Supreme Sword God

Chapter 872: Chapter 871: Fight for Everything, Yan Lang’s Challenge

East Desolate City, True Martial Hall Main Hall.

Feng Wuya, who had just returned from accompanying Ye Chen to the Celestial Burial Sea, immediately sought out Lingxiao.

“Grand Elder.”

Lingxiao saluted, then sighed, “Unable to protect, didn’t even have the opportunity to act, no one could have foreseen Shi Fengchun would execute his plan directly at the strongest point of the Alien Race Alliance base.”

Feng Wuya said, “The matter has come to this, we can only try to calm the storm as soon as possible.”

Lingxiao hesitated.

“Speak your mind,” Feng Wuya said.

Lingxiao: “I always felt Shi Fengchun’s actions were a bit odd. I understand his descent into hysterical madness due to Zhou Xiong’s death, but… based on some information I obtained, at that time Shi Fengchun assassinated the Silver-winged Emperor and might have had a chance to escape.”

Feng Wuya’s eyes flashed, “Do you think Shi Fengchun was seeking death?”

Lingxiao nodded, “At that moment, he didn’t want to live.”

Feng Wuya pondered for a moment, “Let’s not pursue this matter further. This is the best outcome for now.”

Having witnessed True Martial Hall’s history firsthand, Feng Wuya naturally understood the deeper meaning in Lingxiao’s words.

As of now.

Only the alien races experienced that battle firsthand.

And the aliens firmly claimed Shi Fengchun was dead, largely because the aliens needed Shi Fengchun to be dead.

Under Shi Fengchun’s tactics, the aliens lost nine Emperor Realm Emperors, numerous elite core warriors, causing a great loss of face. If Shi Fengchun survived, the aliens would be even more humiliated!

Lingxiao no longer mentioned Shi Fengchun’s matter, instead, he asked, “Grand Elder, what about Ye Chen?”

“You should have guessed,” Feng Wuya replied.

Lingxiao agreed, “I’ve already announced publicly that Ye Chen will be in retreat at the Main Hall.”

Feng Wuya nodded, “That’s good. Although with his temperament and talent, he won’t take long to make a name in Celestial Burial Sea, we can at least buy him a transitional period now.

Even if it’s eventually revealed.

Those intending harm against Ye Chen who go to the Celestial Burial Sea might not be able to suppress him.”

……

Celestial Burial Sea.

Outer Sea.

Island No. 99.

Ye Chen followed Fang Cun and arrived at the island, already spending several days there.

Regarding the situation in the Outer Sea, he has gained considerable understanding.

The Outer Sea of Celestial Burial Sea is vast, divided into numerous areas.

Fang Cun happens to be the island master of one such area.

This area has thousands of islands.

The island numbers represent strength rankings.

Fang Cun’s Island No. 99 is ranked ninety-ninth in this area!

During these few days.

Ye Chen familiarized himself with matters concerning Celestial Burial Sea.

On this day.

A slender girl in a blue dress holding a food box arrived at Ye Chen’s courtyard.

This girl is named Fang Yu, Fang Cun’s daughter.

“Senior Brother Ye.”

Due to Ye Chen now being the successor of Fang Cun’s senior brother, Fang Yu naturally referred to Ye Chen as senior brother.

“Junior Sister Fang.”

Ye Chen responded.

Fang Yu placed the food box on the courtyard table, “Senior Brother Ye just returned to the island, are you comfortable?”

Ye Chen smiled lightly, “Thanks to Martial Uncle Fang and Junior Sister Fang, it’s much better than wandering outside with my master.”

Fang Yu showed a smile, dimples appearing on her cheeks, “Senior brother, these snacks are unique flavors of our island. I made them myself, please try them.”

Ye Chen couldn’t refuse Fang Yu’s kindness, so he casually picked up a piece of pastry and tasted it, saying, “Junior sister is both dexterous and kind-hearted, I wonder which young rascal will be lucky enough in the future.”

Fang Yu’s face instantly turned red, reaching the tips of her ears.

“Senior brother, I… I don’t want to marry!”

Ye Chen chuckled, “You’ll want to marry once you meet someone you like.”

“What does it feel like to like someone?” Fang Yu rested her chin on her hands, looking at Ye Chen.

Ye Chen thought for a moment, “It’s the willingness to do anything for someone, risking everything.”

“Senior brother likes someone, right?”

Ye Chen nodded, “Yes.”

Ye Chen indeed looked handsome, and his voice was pleasant, but Fang Yu wasn’t infatuated with Ye Chen, just curious about his experiences outside, often visiting him to hear about them, which led to their familiarity.

Thus, Fang Yu didn’t feel disappointed but rather envious, saying, “Unfortunately, I might not have the chance…”

The tone carried a hint of melancholy.

Just then.

A figure appeared outside the courtyard.

It was a robust man with skin shimmering with a bronze glow.

“Senior Brother Yan.”

Fang Yu looked at the man, “Why are you here?”

The man glared at Ye Chen, “I’m looking for you.”

Ye Chen asked, “What for?”

The man’s tone was icy, “I heard the Island Master gave the quota for the inner sea trial next month to you.”

Ye Chen nodded, “Yes.”

“I refuse to accept it,” the man said. “The quota was originally mine!”

“Senior Brother Yan.” Fang Yu ran to the man’s side, “Senior Brother Yan, there are four chances a year. This time the quota goes to Senior Brother Ye, the next one will be yours…”

The man replied, “What if he fails the trial this time and continues to occupy the quota next time?”

Ye Chen calmly said, “I only need one chance.”

“Confidence is good, but blind arrogance isn’t,” the man sneered. “Ye Chen, I challenge you. If you lose, the quota next month will be mine. If I fail, the next quota will be yours, I won’t contest it.”

Ye Chen glanced at Fang Yu, then turned his focus back to this man named Yan.

He roughly understood the situation.

This guy, his attempt to claim the quota might just be an excuse.

He’s probably here because of Fang Yu.

He keeps discreetly glancing at Fang Yu, full of admiration.

It seems Fang Yu constantly visiting Ye Chen has stirred this guy’s jealousy.

Ye Chen couldn’t help but chuckle.

He wasn’t upset with this man named Yan.

Imagine if your quota was suddenly replaced by someone else, you’d be upset too, and if the girl you liked kept frequently going to see another man, you wouldn’t be happy either.

Fortunately, his Miss Hei was usually revered as the Moon God, aloof and unapproachable, and few men were worthy to approach her.

Miss Hua was even more proud, rarely interacting with men, even with women.

Absolutely no such worries!

Moreover, this guy Yan isn’t too bad, at least he didn’t use any dirty tricks but directly came over to challenge openly.

“Senior brother, if you continue, I’ll be angry!” Fang Yu stamped her foot.

“Junior sister…”

The man looked at Fang Yu, his expression showing a hint of nervousness, “Junior sister, don’t worry, I won’t harm him, I just want to prove I’m stronger!”

“Senior Brother Yan, if you insist on fighting, I’ll go find my dad!”

The man named Yan clenched his teeth, “Even if the Island Master comes, I must fight this match. The Island Master always teaches us, in the path of cultivation, compete for everything!”

Ye Chen spoke up, “Alright, I accept your challenge.”

“Senior Brother Ye.” Fang Yu looked at Ye Chen.

Ye Chen smiled lightly, “He’s right, in the path of cultivation, compete for everything, not only for resources, opportunities, but also for people.”

Fang Yu didn’t quite understand Ye Chen’s last words.

But the man named Yan understood.

“I am superior to you, what’s mine can’t be contested by you, but since you dared to accept my challenge, you’ve earned my respect. Remember, the one who will defeat you is Yan Lang!”

Ye Chen remained calm, “Let’s begin.”