Chapter 627 - 341: Scorching Resonance Thunder Priest, Spying from the Shadows

[Requirement 3: Collect lightning-attracting golden needles, a molten heart crystal, and a post-tribulation twin lotus to complete the Thunder and Fire Great Sacrifice.]

[Requirement 4: Independently hunt down ten powerful natural elemental creatures of a Tier no lower than your own (completing this requirement and taking the profession will grant an extra reward).]

As expected, the Great Venerable directly helped him solve this two-in-one little favor, even casually erasing the advancement requirement of Black Tuo Divine Power.

Even for an Upper-tier Profession, Tier Seven required four types of profession requirements. They covered a much broader scope, including mandatory time, collecting for rituals, and hunting.

At this level, one could already be called a powerful Professional.

Su Chen briefly scanned the various requirements without caring much. Once the profession progress was maxed out, he would directly erase them using Thunder Fury.

Although in terms of cost-effectiveness, it would be more suitable to erase the requirements for the Tier Eight fusion Main Profession, there might be more ways to solve it by then. There was no need to wait.

Seeing Su Chen’s unfocused gaze, Zhong Chengyu was truly a bit confused. He didn’t know why this Star Seed needed these Upper-tier Professions.

The users of these Upper-tier Professions were mostly members of the Town Guard Army, as well as some factions on planets under the Command of the Bronze Sect.

Anyone qualified to be on the Holy List wouldn’t even bat an eye at these Upper-tier Professions. Only Su Chen retrieved Upper-tier Professions for his Tier Five, Tier Six, and even Tier Seven.

He naturally didn’t think the other party would take on these professions. Su Chen’s currently terrifying strength was known to everyone; it definitely wasn’t something an Upper-tier Profession could bring.

He muttered to himself, "Could it really be as the outside world says, used to confuse enemies?"

Since Su Chen’s rise to fame and his increasingly high status within the Bronze Sect, many people had secretly investigated this Star Seed’s background, including the professions he had taken and any special professions.

After he became first on the preliminary selection list, this probing became even more intense. It was no longer limited to people within the Sect, but also included those outside.

They wanted to find some clues from the professions Su Chen took, to figure out exactly how he had Melted a Holy Profession at Tier Six, and what exactly that Melting Holy Profession was.

However, anyone who found out the relevant information would curse, because the professions Su Chen retrieved were either Upper-tier Professions or special professions outside the Holy Profession Sequence. They were a chaotic mess, leaving absolutely no traces.

Furthermore, the information leaked from the Professional Analysis Department was completely baffling and impossible to analyze.

Because of this, many people believed the professions Su Chen openly retrieved were simply meant to disgust people. His true profession was taken entirely in secret, without going through anyone in the Sect.

However, even so, Steward Zhong conscientiously fulfilled his duties.

At this moment, Su Chen snapped back to reality. "Alright, then thank you very much, Steward Zhong."

"It’s my duty, my duty," Steward Zhong quickly replied, tactfully getting up to leave. "Since the matter is finished, I won’t disturb you any further. No need to see me out, no need to see me out."

Despite Steward Zhong’s repeated refusals, Su Chen still walked him to the port.

"This saved me the trouble of going to Copper Heart." Su Chen withdrew his gaze, turning his attention to the Nether Tower in the corner.

Previously, when the Divine Blood in his hands was used up, he hadn’t felt any urgency to enter the Sun Flame. Now that he suddenly had four drops of Divine Blood again, he instead felt a bit impatient.

He thought, "I originally planned to wait a bit longer before reporting to that Faceless Ghost, but reporting now shouldn’t be a problem."

Su Chen checked the time. It was currently Dark Sun, and there were still a few hours before the Flame Fire would ignite.

He thought, "The Faceless Ghost is cunning and unpredictable. I need to consider how to adapt."

"The Bronze Ancient King has left the Sect’s Royal Court residence and has already converged with several other Ancient Kings."

High up in the Royal Court’s residence on Dragon Abyss, Han Xingliu learned the news with a somewhat incredulous expression. He couldn’t help but look back through the window at that dim Flame Fire.

"Although theoretically this trip will only take about half a year, no one can guarantee there won’t be unexpected situations. Is the Bronze Ancient King really this confident?

"Doesn’t he worry that something might go wrong with the Flame Fire, or has he already completely solved the Flame Fire’s troubles?"

There were a few others in the room. The Profound Turtle King, lying in a metal armchair, couldn’t help but sigh. "As expected of Yuan Shuo, he finally made it through. The crisis of the Fog Ashes falling fire once completely destroyed the Iron Blood Sect, and the Ancient King’s position turned into a Crimson Deceitful God.

"I really didn’t expect it..."

Taking a turn for the better and completely solving it were two entirely different concepts in terms of significance.

"Maybe he really is just taking a risk," Han Jingtian said coldly from one side of the room. "After all, it’s the Spirit of Sun. If he misses this opportunity, who knows if there will be a next time? Although this is just igniting the fire, the Bronze Ancient King might not be able to hold back."

Hearing this, the Profound Turtle King slightly shook his head but didn’t refute. Based on his understanding of Yuan Shuo, it was impossible for him to take risks with the Flame Fire.

Han Jingtian suddenly shifted the topic. "However, since the Bronze Ancient King has left, doesn’t that mean the Bronze Sect is currently left unguarded?"

Han Xingliu, who was still digesting the previous news, suddenly looked over, his eyes filled with suspicion. "Sixth Brother, what do you mean by this?"

"What do I mean? This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity," Han Jingtian’s gaze narrowed slightly. "That Su Chen..."

"You want to make a move on Su Chen?" The Profound Turtle King opened his cloudy eyes and coldly scolded before Han Jingtian could finish. "Foolish! This is the core of the Bronze Sect. Even if the Bronze Ancient King isn’t here, do you think there are no backup plans? You’re courting death!"

Hearing this, Han Jingtian’s face darkened, a hint of ruthlessness flashing through his eyes.

He thought, "Does this old immortal not know which Morning Star’s faction he belongs to?"

He ignored the old man and stared straight at Han Xingliu. "The Royal Court sent me here specifically to take charge of the Profound Celestial Instrument matter. After multiple rounds of negotiations, the Profound Celestial Sect can now fully participate and knows all our research results on the Divine Dawn Talent.

"It’s equivalent to giving away years of hard work and effort for free. And all of this is because Su Chen transformed into Divine Dawn through the Profound Celestial Instrument, allowing the Profound Celestial Sect to hike up the price.

"This is just one secret on this person. Being able to Melt a Holy Profession at Tier Six, and his profession advancement speed that seems even faster than Divine Dawn—he’s definitely not simple." Han Jingtian guided him patiently. "Making a move now is indeed risky, but other Sects are also extremely interested in that Su Chen. We might be able to act as middlemen and coordinate. Combined with the power of the Royal Court, we might not necessarily fail.

"As long as we succeed, it will be far more valuable than obtaining some Star Chief. By then, our father will also celebrate for you!"

Han Xingliu’s expression changed rapidly. To be honest, when he heard Han Jingtian’s suggestion, his heart did skip a beat.

The Royal Court’s level of attention on Su Chen was extremely high. Moreover, he was a living example of transforming into Divine Dawn through the Profound Celestial Instrument. If there was such an opportunity, it would definitely be a massive merit. However, the rationality in his heart still suppressed that fire of greed.

Han Xingliu took a deep breath and shook his head. "The Profound Turtle King is right. If we make a move now, even if the Bronze Sect kills us, the Royal Court won’t have anything to say.

"Now is not the time, at least not yet."

"Heh." Han Jingtian sneered. Seeing that this younger brother didn’t take the bait, he couldn’t help but feel disappointed. "If you don’t dare, just say you don’t dare. Why so many excuses?"

In the Nether Realm, at the edge of the area covered by the Bronze Sect’s Flame Fire, Su Chen had already transformed into his Faceless Ghost Priest form and was whispering a prayer here.

Grayish-white fog swirled around. It didn’t take long before he heard that familiar, layered voice.

"My humble Believer, you pray to me again so soon. Have you received any response regarding the matter you investigated after taking five drops of my Divine Blood last time?"

The Faceless Ghost was clearly still brooding over the five drops of Divine Blood it had paid, bringing the matter up right away.

"I was just about to report this matter to you," Su Chen replied respectfully. "I have already handed the Divine Blood over to that Sheng Huaixu. According to him, after Qin Tianlin died, there was a shattered Spirit Fragment within the purple Flame Fire extracted from his body.

"It called itself Sun, claiming it was left behind by a Sun Tier Professional after death."