Chapter 1082 - 733: Against the Current

Chapter 1082: Chapter 733: Against the Current

True Monarch Su Xue’s eyes were clear and bright, like stars reflected in a cold pond, quietly gazing at Shen Xuan.

After more than ten breaths, True Master Su Xue’s eyes showed a hint of realization and surprise.

Being so close, she finally saw clearly.

The cultivator in the green robe before her was surrounded by a very faint mist of spiritual charm.

His aura was deep.

The utterly different alchemical auras of cold and heat flowed harmoniously within him, endlessly cycling.

"Ice and Fire Origin, Tai Chi Golden Core?"

True Monarch Su Xue’s expression grew solemn, her tone carrying a touch of respectful reverence: "Is it Fellow Daoist Profound Ice from Song Country?"

"Hmm?"

Shen Xuan’s brows slightly moved, showing a hint of surprise: "The True Monarch knows my name?"

"How could one not know?"

True Monarch Su Xue lightly covered the side of her lips with her sleeve, a slight smile spreading at the corner of her eyes.

"Fellow Daoist Red Lotus of Bright Flame Sect has never forgotten about you. Your distinctive features and cultivation techniques have long been spread far and wide. Even among the Demon Race, True Master Profound Ice is renowned and widely respected."

Hearing this, Shen Xuan’s face showed exasperation.

He already knew True Monarch Red Lotus was narrow-minded and vengeful, much like that True Monarch Red Flame.

They would employ any means to achieve their aims.

Of course, Yueqi Sect and Bright Flame Sect are eternal foes.

True Monarch Su Xue’s words had an intention to incite as well.

However, Shen Xuan didn’t mind this.

Having his identity exposed was already within his expectations.

Since he dared to come, he was without fear.

After all, he was a Song Country cultivator, with no vulnerabilities in Qin Country.

Now, Bright Flame Sect’s mountain gate is destroyed, and True Monarch Red Lotus and the others are too busy to care for themselves.

Shen Xuan has nothing to fear!

"Such fleeting fame, exposing my inadequacies." Shen Xuan remained calm: "I’ve embarrassed the True Monarch."

"Shen’s current identity, I ask the True Monarch to keep it confidential."

Being so close to a Nascent Soul True Monarch, the effect of the Concealing Stone would inevitably have some flaws.

However, another layer of disguise adds an extra layer of assurance.

At this moment, he has yet to form his Nascent Soul and does not wish to face a Tier Four Transformed Great Demon head-on.

"Rest assured, Fellow Daoist, Su Xue understands." True Monarch Su Xue smiled slightly, her sleeve lightly swept.

A table and two chairs appeared before them, natural Spirit Wood, with self-generated tea sets.

"Please have a seat, Fellow Daoist."

The two sat opposite each other.

"What are Fellow Daoist’s plans upon arriving in Yueqi City?" True Monarch Su Xue poured tea and asked.

"Returning to my homeland," Shen Xuan replied.

True Monarch Su Xue was slightly startled.

She knew Shen Xuan was a Song Country cultivator.

From Yueqi City, through Bright Flame City, past the border, and through Black Snow Gorge, borrowing the path of Wei Country, he could return to Song Country.

However, this path has already been cut off by the Demon Race’s army.

"Does Fellow Daoist Profound Ice know the passage ahead is blocked?"

"Naturally, I am aware." Shen Xuan countered: "What of it?"

True Monarch Su Xue looked up.

Shen Xuan’s expression was calm, serene, and composed.

Only then did she realize.

"Su Xue was overthinking. Fellow Daoist’s Daoist techniques are profound; you have your means to travel unhindered."

After pausing for several breaths, she gently said: "I would ask Fellow Daoist to stay in Yueqi City for a while, allowing Su Xue to fulfill some duties as a host."

"The True Monarch may speak frankly."

Shen Xuan spoke lightly, possessing a certain dignity.

Being a Tier Four Body Refining Grandmaster, a local giant, how could he be easily maneuvered by others?

His original intention was to briefly observe in Yueqi City, and when the battle situation was tense and he was unharmed, to potentially intervene to help defend this city.

Thus, when leaving Qin Country, his mental realm would be harmonious, without lingering concerns.

However, he absolutely could not exert effort for nothing.

Otherwise, it would diminish the face of a Tier Four Great Cultivator, causing others to disregard him.

"Su Xue indeed has a request."

True Monarch Su Xue’s eyes were clear and determined, staring at Shen Xuan: "I wish to ask Fellow Daoist to assist in defending Yueqi City. Please state your requirements freely."

"Then, a Nascent Soul Pill would be preferable. If there’s accompanying Nascent Soul Formation Spiritual Objects, even better." Shen Xuan stated his conditions.

This trip to Qin Country was originally to seek opportunities for Nascent Soul formation.

Now, given the changed situation, he hurried home.

He has yet to obtain the Nascent Soul Pill and Nascent Soul Formation Spiritual Objects.

How rare are the Nascent Soul Pill and accompanying Nascent Soul Formation Spiritual Objects!

Not to mention Yueqi Sect, even the Myriad Phenomena Daoist Palace considers them top-tier resources, extremely rare.

Even figures like True Monarch Wu Wei cannot easily obtain them in a short time.

Shen Xuan was already prepared for the other party’s resolute refusal.

Ask for the sky, expect about the earth.

Shen Xuan’s expectation was to gain one Nascent Soul Formation Spiritual Object, and the trip would not be in vain.

In fact, whether True Monarch Su Xue agreed or not, he would engage in a battle, and fight with the Demon Race once.

Not for reward, but for the part of his heart that has not yet been extinguished.