Chapter 458 - 416: A Matter of Love, Under the Gaze of Many

Chapter 458: Chapter 416: A Matter of Love, Under the Gaze of Many

The Crimson Battle Qi emanating from Fang Yang formed a veritable crimson pillar, completely overpowering the combined strength of the three monarchs: Yu Zither Immortal, Fu Nuannuan, and Silver Phoenix.

His display was terrifying and utterly remarkable.

In an instant, he captured everyone’s attention.

Even someone as formidable as Soldier Star Great Saint couldn’t help but give Fang Yang a second look, secretly astonished.

"Rise," Soldier Star Great Saint chanted.

With a great wave of his hand, Soldier Star Great Saint unleashed what looked like a torrent of mortal power.

By gathering the power of the masses, he actually managed to suppress the backlash from the boundless rhythm of the Dream Dao and move the Demon Emperor’s Dream World to its designated location.

From now on, this cluster of Dream Worlds would belong exclusively to the alliance of the Daoist Mansion of Eternal Life and the Golden Clan.

The exalted powers, such as the Red Flame Demon Country, the Great Xuan Dynasty, and the Ten Thousand Flames Hall, would no longer be able to lay a finger on the Heaven-Devouring Demon Emperor’s Dream World.

Admittedly, during this process, Soldier Star Great Saint was backed by peerless Great Powers like the Sub-Venerable Han Wu, the Purple Sky Manor Master, and Thunder Control the Great Saint, not to mention the assistance of Fang Yang and the others.

But regardless, the fact that Soldier Star Great Saint could use the Divine Techniques of the Soldier Dao to simulate the might of the mortal collective was a testament to his terrifying power.

HUM... HUM... HUM...

At the same time, the light in Fang Yang’s eyes intensified.

That familiar feeling once again surged in his heart.

’War is a domain of life and death, a matter that cannot be overlooked.’

’To win every battle is not the pinnacle of skill. To subdue the enemy without a fight is the true pinnacle of skill.’

’The Vertical Alliance unites the many weak to attack the one strong; the Horizontal Alliance serves the one strong to attack the many weak...’

Inside Fang Yang’s first spiritual aperture, the Celestial Destiny Mark bloomed with divine light.

Following this, layer upon layer of profound mysteries of the Soldier Dao surfaced in the lake of his consciousness.

A Master of the Soldier Dao!

He had merely observed Soldier Star Great Saint channeling his Divine Techniques and had already gained brand-new insights into the Soldier Dao.

By the end of it, his proficiency in the Soldier Dao had skyrocketed directly from the ordinary level to the Master Level.

If word of such a gain got out, it would be enough to leave anyone utterly dumbstruck.

At this moment, he was finally getting a true taste of the Celestial Destiny Mark’s power.

With the blessing of the Celestial Destiny Mark, it was truly like having an Enlightenment Dao Divine Tree at his side. Even a minor genius would be transformed into a peerless prodigy!

......

"Fang Xuan, that’s your cousin, right? He’s incredible."

Someone in the Star Sword Villa remarked with admiration.

The others, though they said little, craned their necks to gaze up at the enormous silhouette of the golden, divine bird.

"Yes, that’s my cousin." A proud smile spread across Fang Xuan’s lips.

Ever since they were children, he had known his cousin was anything but ordinary.

His brilliance was evident in every respect, enough to completely overshadow his peers.

After he began his journey of cultivation, his rise became utterly unstoppable, like the morning sun ascending the sky.

Zhang Ye, Lin Tianxue, Qing Mang, Mo Ran...

One by one, his rivals were surpassed by his cousin, left so far behind they could no longer even see his shadow.

...

「At the same time.」

Behind Qingshan Villa, another figure had appeared beside Sang Xiaowan: a beautiful Daoist nun.

Chen Ying!

Chen Ying stood on the bank of a small stream. Her robes fluttered around her, lending her a sacred, otherworldly air. As her black hair danced in the wind, her eyes glittered.

She gazed up at Fang Yang, emotions surging within her, with so much she longed to say.

Sang Xiaowan took in her every move.

「Night fell.」

The silver moon shone brightly.

Its light was as cool and clear as water.

In the training grounds of Qingshan Villa, Chen Ying appeared and finally met Fang Yang.

It was a long-awaited reunion. They hadn’t seen each other in nearly ten years.

Chen Ying: "It’s been a long time."

Fang Yang: "Long time no see."

Under the watchful eyes of Su Xi, Yu Zither Immortal, Linghe, Jiuming, Sang Xiaowan, and the others,

Fang Yang and Chen Ying exchanged only a few simple words, like old friends reuniting. Nothing they did was out of line.

But the expressions on the others’ faces were all rather subtle.

For they all knew that back when Fang Yang was still unknown, he and Chen Ying had been very close.

Chen Ying had nearly taken Sen Hui’s place!

’Fang Yang, how will you choose?’ A glimmer of light flashed in the depths of Yu Zither Immortal’s clear eyes. She looked eager to see what would happen.

But then, to her simultaneous disappointment and excitement, something happened.

Fang Yang actually stopped himself, not engaging in any further conversation with Chen Ying!

Before long, the moment passed.

Chen Ying returned to the side of Su Xi and Sang Xiaowan.

As for Fang Yang, he too withdrew his gaze, paying no more heed to the outside world.

Just then, the light of the Auspice in Fang Yang’s mind flickered and formed into words:

[Where affections lie, many eyes are watching. With three paths for the heart, a swift decision is advised.]

[Upper-Mid Lot: Rush to the Divine Light Mirror Manor immediately. Announce your intentions regarding her status beforehand. Afterward, you will obtain a Tier Seven opportunity. (Auspicious)]

[Middle Lot: Do not go to the Divine Light Mirror Manor. Remain here and clarify her status in due course. No extra gains, no extra losses. (Neutral)]

[Lower-Mid Lot: Rush to the Divine Light Mirror Manor tomorrow morning. Announce your intentions regarding her status beforehand. Afterward, you might obtain a Tier Seven opportunity, but it holds hidden dangers and will arouse suspicion. (Inauspicious)]

.........

’Where affections lie, many eyes are watching?’

Fang Yang was surprised, raising an eyebrow.

A moment later, his surprise gave way to understanding as he accepted the reality of the situation.

He was already well aware that, given his current status and identity, his every move was under scrutiny from all sides.

His thoughts then turned to the three fortunes that had been laid out for him.

These three fortunes were interesting. Very interesting, indeed.

If he went to the Divine Light Mirror Manor at once, met with Sub-Venerable Han Wu, and stated his intention to visit the Sen family to ask for Sen Hui’s hand in marriage upon his return, it would become the Upper-Mid Lot.