“I, Ye Liangchen, am a genius!”
Ye Liangchen exclaimed, a wild excitement seizing him. In that moment, his mind conjured an elaborate fantasy of his encounter with Empress Fuyao.
He envisioned their first meeting. The Empress, utterly stunned by his cultivation talent, would immediately propose taking him as her disciple! In the days that followed, they would cultivate together, and her admiration would only deepen. “Liangchen,” she’d gasp, her eyes wide with awe, “your cultivation talent is the strongest I’ve ever seen!”
Each day, he would subtly, painstakingly, draw closer to her. Finally, sensing her affection for him had reached a fever pitch, he’d seize his chance. Casually, as if by accident, his hand would brush against her delicate skin. Then, feigning embarrassment, he’d apologize, “Master, I’m so sorry.”
Empress Fuyao’s cheeks would flush a faint crimson. “It’s quite alright, my disciple,” she’d murmur.
He would grow bolder, gently taking her slender, jade-like hand, pretending to let her feel his spiritual energy. Her exquisite face, brimming with tender affection, would draw closer to his. But then, he’d pull back! A masterstroke of feigned disinterest, designed to heighten her desire!
Empress Fuyao would sigh softly, a hint of disappointment in her gaze.
Finally, the day would come. While Empress Fuyao bathed, Ye Liangchen, under the guise of seeking guidance, would “accidentally” stumble into her private abode. Immediately, he’d cover his eyes, apologizing profusely. “Master, forgive me! I’ll leave at once!”
Empress Fuyao, her face a fiery red, would invite him, “Liangchen, come, join me…”
Ye Liangchen, feigning reluctance, would slowly approach. “Master, can I truly…?”
The Empress would then pull his hand directly to her soft peaks. “Liangchen, for you, I can.” And with that, her snowy neck would tilt, her delicate lips pressing against his. He was utterly conquered!
Afterward, he and Empress Fuyao would live happily ever after…
At this thought, Ye Liangchen roared, veins bulging on his neck, his 'Kirin Arm' suddenly flexing with immense power.
“Ugh! Ahh…”
He roared, he groaned, his body trembling. A moment later, Ye Liangchen felt an odd hollowness inside, as if something precious had been lost. Damn it all! It was all in his head! He’d even thought of names for the children he’d have with Empress Fuyao!
“I will claim Empress Fuyao!” Ye Liangchen silently vowed.
Meanwhile, the entire Ye Family was in an uproar. Three Quasi-Emperor Old Ancestors projected their divine senses from the ancestral land, seeking to identify who had triggered the Heaven and Earth Phenomenon within the Ye Family. Alas, they found nothing!
Seeing this, the three Old Ancestors ceased their investigation and began driving away the divine senses of other factions from Qingcheng. One Old Ancestor mused, “Surely, the one who caused this phenomenon wishes to remain hidden from us. Still, if it is a member of the Ye Family, the truth will eventually reveal itself.”
Another Old Ancestor nodded in agreement. “Indeed.”
The three Old Ancestors quickly retracted their divine senses back into the ancestral land, no longer prying. At this moment, the Grand Elder had already sent a transmission via his Transmission Ring to the other Ye Family elders.
“A joyous occasion! My son, Liangchen, has comprehended a Supreme Secret Art, triggering this Heaven and Earth Phenomenon!”
The elders were aghast. “Grand Elder, is it truly Ye Liangchen?”
The Grand Elder chuckled. “You may ask anyone in the Ye Family: besides my son, Ye Liangchen, who else could possibly have comprehended such a Supreme Secret Art?”
The elders exchanged glances and shook their heads. From afar, the Patriarch watched the scene unfold, a profound sigh escaping his lips. Could it truly be Ye Liangchen who triggered this Heaven and Earth Phenomenon? Such a stir, it was simply too astounding!
“If only it were Chen’er…” the Patriarch murmured softly.
On the other side, the numerous elders began congratulating the Grand Elder profusely.
“Grand Elder, once Liangchen gains the Empress’s favor, he must remember to look after our lineage!”
“I’ve always said, the Ye Family has only one true monstrous genius, and that is Ye Liangchen!”
“Heaven truly blesses our Ye Family!”
Soon, the Heaven and Earth Phenomenon vanished as quickly as it had appeared. In Ye Chen’s chamber, he slowly opened his eyes, his pupils shimmering with spiritual energy. With a thought, a cold, pure white flame materialized in his palm. Like a flawless work of art, it rotated slowly, emitting a subtle, suppressive Dao aura.
Ye Chen had now achieved perfect control over the Bone-Chilling Ghost Flame, wielding its power at will! He looked at Lu Xuan and Elder Yao with immense excitement. “Master, Elder Yao, I succeeded!”
In just two days, he had plunged from heaven to hell, only to ascend from hell back to heaven! Lu Xuan offered a casual smile. “Disciple, well done.”
Elder Yao, who had been sweating profusely from anxiety, finally breathed a sigh of relief. He glanced at Lu Xuan, who had remained perfectly composed for the past two days. Elder Yao sighed internally, “Ah, this is the gap between me and Peak Master Lu! I lack the true mental fortitude of a powerhouse!”
With this thought, Elder Yao cast a gaze of profound reverence towards Lu Xuan.
Just then, Boom! An overwhelmingly vast surge of spiritual energy erupted from within Ye Chen, crashing through his limbs and meridians like a mighty river! His cultivation was rocketing upwards! Mid-stage Grand Profound King! Late-stage Grand Profound King! Early-stage Profound Emperor! His cultivation finally settled at Mid-stage Profound Emperor!
Ye Chen looked at Lu Xuan, astonished. “Master, what’s happening?”
Elder Yao explained, “The Bone-Chilling Ghost Flame seed contains terrifying power. Now that you’ve subdued it, it’s feeding back its cultivation essence to you!”
Ye Chen was stunned. A faint smile touched Lu Xuan’s lips.
Ding! The System’s voice echoed in his mind.
“Host’s second disciple, Ye Chen’s cultivation has surged! Initiating cultivation synchronization!”
“Synchronizing second disciple Ye Chen’s Spirit Fire comprehension!”
Boom! Lu Xuan’s body subtly trembled. An incredibly vast wave of spiritual energy surged forth, directly entering his dantian. Lu Xuan instantly broke through to Stage Four Profound Venerate! Furthermore, his mastery of Spirit Fire directly achieved Great Perfection!
This time, as Ye Chen absorbed the Bone-Chilling Ghost Flame, he unknowingly continuously circulated the Spirit Fire insights Elder Yao had taught him. This brought him immense benefits! Ye Chen’s Spirit Fire mastery had soared, all happening within his subconscious!
With a thought, the Bone-Chilling Ghost Flame before Ye Chen shifted and transformed. The surrounding space gradually condensed into frost, even distorting subtly. Elder Yao couldn’t help but exclaim, “As expected of a Heaven and Earth Spirit Flame; even before fully maturing, its power is already this terrifying.”
Lu Xuan smiled. “Ye Chen, take some time to familiarize yourself with this unique flame.”
Ye Chen nodded, his hand seals shifting as he began to manipulate the Bone-Chilling Ghost Flame. Elder Yao looked at Ye Chen with immense satisfaction. “You truly are blessed with profound fortune, young man. Your master not only resolved the hidden danger of the Eerie Power within you but also helped you absorb this extraordinary flame.”
Ye Chen touched his nose, his gaze filled with deep gratitude towards Lu Xuan. In his heart, Lu Xuan already occupied the highest position imaginable. This was a debt of rebirth!
Lu Xuan smiled. “Tomorrow is the Ye Family’s grand assembly. You’re definitely going to make a splash.”
Ye Chen’s body subtly trembled. Yes! Tomorrow was the family assembly! Now, the heavy burden had lifted from his shoulders, and his spirit felt incredibly light. He even found Ye Liangchen’s challenge laughable. As for Nangong Baixue, his heart remained utterly unperturbed. Most importantly, his father could finally rest easy!
Tomorrow’s family assembly would be his stage!
Beside him, Lu Xuan had already stretched out on the bed, preparing to rest. The System’s task was complete. All that was left was to collect the rewards the next day.
…
In Ye Liangchen’s chamber, the Grand Elder gazed at Ye Liangchen with profound admiration, patiently awaiting the end of his ‘comprehension.’ This time, Ye Liangchen had caused a stir throughout Qingcheng. The Heaven and Earth Phenomenon still resonated deeply within the Grand Elder’s heart. He was convinced that such heaven-defying cultivation talent would surely earn the Empress’s favor!
Not long after, Ye Liangchen slowly opened his eyes, withdrawing his aura. “Thank you, Father.”
The Grand Elder nodded. “Tomorrow, as soon as the family assembly begins, challenge Ye Chen immediately! Don’t wait for any other formalities!”
“The Old Ancestors will only emerge after Empress Fuyao makes her grand appearance. This brief window is your chance to kill Ye Chen! Otherwise, once the Empress arrives and the Old Ancestors appear, they would likely prevent you from killing him!”
Ye Liangchen nodded. “Understood, Father. Once I’ve killed Ye Chen, you strike and kill the Patriarch. By the time the Old Ancestors arrive, it will be too late to do anything.”
The Grand Elder stroked his beard and let out a booming laugh. “Excellent. The Patriarch is no match for me; I can eliminate him before the Old Ancestors emerge! As for the other elders, I’ve already made arrangements. They won’t interfere.”
Ye Liangchen burst into laughter. “Perfect.”
The Grand Elder patted Ye Liangchen’s shoulder. “Alright. You rest now.” With that, the Grand Elder left. A moment after the Grand Elder vanished, Ye Liangchen immediately retrieved a Transmission Ring and sent a secret voice transmission.
Soon, several alluring beauties, their figures graceful and lithe, entered Ye Liangchen’s chamber.
“Young Master Ye, we’ve missed you so much!”
Ye Liangchen slapped a few of the women’s ample buttocks. “Sluts.”
The women writhed, their sheer, gossamer clothing sliding away to reveal an utterly enchanting scene. Ye Liangchen’s lust surged. He’d been fixated on Empress Fuyao in his fantasies, and a burning fire had long been accumulating within him.
“All of you, get on!” Ye Liangchen commanded.
The women’s lithe bodies trembled, rising and falling like white waves. Ye Liangchen leaned close to one woman’s ear. “I want you to address yourself as ‘This Empress,’ and when I call you ‘Empress Fuyao,’ you must answer, understand?”
The woman giggled, her body swaying provocatively. “Young Master Ye, are we playing dress-up?”
Ye Liangchen immediately called out, “Empress Fuyao!”
The woman instantly twisted her body alluringly. “This Empress desires…”
Ye Liangchen gritted his teeth and let out a low growl. This was the feeling! The chamber quickly filled with a medley of whispers, gasps, and suggestive sounds, like waves crashing upon a hidden shore.
…
The next day.
Lu Xuan stretched lazily, climbing out of bed. He saw Ye Chen still cultivating, having not rested all night. Ye Chen smiled. “Good morning, Master.”
Lu Xuan nodded.
Ding! The System’s voice echoed.
“Synchronizing Ye Chen’s cultivation!”
Boom! A surge of pure spiritual energy poured into Lu Xuan’s body, and his cultivation advanced once more. So refreshing!
Lu Xuan asked, “System, where are my limited-time mission rewards?”
The System replied, “They’re here!”
“Ding! Congratulations, Host, for completing the limited-time disciple nurturing mission!”