Chapter 355: The Turmoil Approaches

Chapter 355: Chapter 355: The Turmoil Approaches

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In the blink of an eye, three days have passed.

The news of Ji Chen’s breakthrough to the Great Saint realm spread like wildfire throughout Daoxuan during these three days.

Various forces were supposed to take this opportunity to offer congratulations, hoping to strengthen relationships with Ji Chen and gain the protection of the Lingyun Sacred Land in the future.

However, due to the matter of Qu Luoning, no one dared to risk provoking Ji Chen’s wrath by coming to offer so-called congratulations.

But the Saint King came.

Upon hearing the news, he immediately brought unique Holy Medicines from the Ye Family to Lingyun Sect, hoping these could help Qu Luoning.

Ji Chen was very grateful, though he knew that these Holy Medicines actually could not revive Qu Luoning; it was, however, a goodwill gesture from the Saint King.

Moreover, he could take this opportunity to inquire about Divine Medicines with the Saint King, as being a figure from thousands of years ago, the Saint King undoubtedly had rare insights into ancient history and might know where some legendary Immortal Elixirs could be found.

Unfortunately, the Saint King could not provide Ji Chen much assistance, suggesting that Ji Chen seek help from the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion for potentially effective information.

"Though the Ancient Coffin is crafted from Divine Source, it cannot seal her Divine Soul for too long; within a century, if you don’t find a solution, she may perish into oblivion."

This was the message left by the Saint King upon his departure.

Ji Chen understands that Qu Luoning’s condition is extremely severe; he has poured nearly all his efforts and used large quantities of Divine Spring just to preserve a wisp of her Divine Soul.

Moreover, this wisp of Divine Soul is extraordinarily weak, and even the Emperor’s Coffin crafted from Divine Source struggles to sustain her existence for long.

Over the ensuing half-month, Ji Chen remained unable to fully emerge from his sorrow, his spirits were low, though Yanyan’s presence brought him some measure of comfort.

"Junior Brother, there’s a letter for you. Judging by the seal on it, it appears to be from the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion."

On this day, Fang Qingyao came to the Drunken Ink Residence bearing a letter.

Ji Chen was somewhat surprised to hear this, as he had planned to return to the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion soon, unexpectedly receiving a letter from them at this time.

He wondered what it was about.

With curiosity, he opened the letter Fang Qingyao handed over.

"The Desolate and Yu war is imminent!"

With a mere glance, Ji Chen gleaned this startling piece of information, furrowing his brow deeply.

Countless millennia of peace in the Immortal Ancient turbulent realm was unexpectedly broken at this moment.

He had personally experienced the Desolate and Yu war within a Secret Realm and understood how terrifying the war was; the letter, besides Ji Chen, was received by all disciples of the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion scattered outside.

This was a recall from the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion to its disciples.

As turmoil approaches, everyone inside the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion might have to head to the front lines!

Beyond just these disciples, almost all the top-tier Di Races and Sacred Lands among the Nine Great Star Domains also received summoning letters, planning to send numerous experts to support and prepare for battle in Divine River City.

Once Ji Chen stored the letter away, he hesitated not; he immediately relayed many instructions to Fang Qingyao, Nangong Ao, and others, leaving behind the Emperor’s Coffin containing Qu Luoning’s Divine Soul at Lingyun Sacred Land, then set out alone, rushing back to the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion.

Days later, Ji Chen emerged from the Star Domain channel, arriving at the plaza within Celestial Emperor City.

He surveyed the scene, feeling that the entire Celestial Emperor’s Mansion now seemed far more tense than before.

Evidently, the Immortal Ancient War drew near; all disciples were aware of the news, and during the period of heading to Divine River City, everyone was training desperately, hoping to elevate their cultivation to a higher level before reaching the battlefield, thus acquiring more survival capabilities.

From the Dao Dust Pavilion, upon learning of Ji Chen’s return, Huang Shuying and others quickly gathered.

After several months apart, the strength of Ning Bufan, Gu Hao, and others had noticeably improved.

Si Ruyan was the first to arrive, somehow having caught wind of the news, and upon seeing Ji Chen, comforted him, saying, "Concerning Junior Sister’s situation... try not to grieve too much, a method will surely arise."

Clearly, the others had also heard of the matter, knowing that Ji Chen encountered an unexpected event during the Great Saint Tribulation.

Qu Luoning blocked a fatal tribulation for him with a Tribulation Talisman.

If not for this, Ji Chen might already have departed this world.

Ji Chen did not dwell on this topic much, instead asking, "During my two-month absence, has anything occurred in the Dao Dust Pavilion?"

"All is well, plus the Dao Dust Pavilion has practically become the strongest force within Celestial Emperor City; recently, many experts have joined, all passing the tests, there’s no problem." Huang Shuying replied.

"That’s good then." Ji Chen nodded.

Afterwards, the group’s discussion shifted to the impending Desolate and Yu war.

From their conversation, Ji Chen learned that in a few days, the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion would send all disciples to Divine River City.

This might be an extremely brutal war; it’s uncertain how many will remain upon their return.

It wasn’t until evening that everyone dispersed from the Dao Dust Pavilion.

Ji Chen did not return to Qixian Residence but instead visited Dao Peak, Star Peak, Cloud Peak, and other places, searching for the various Saint Venerables, hoping to learn information about some Immortal Elixirs.

Once informed of Qu Luoning’s current situation, everyone shook their heads, clearly helpless regarding it.

However, Mansion Master Celestial Saint Venerable provided Ji Chen with a piece of valuable information.

It is said Divine River City serves as a nexus connected to the Immortal Realm, and legend has it that an ancient Emperor Venerable once successfully found the Immortal Ascension Road, leaving this world and stepping into the Immortal Realm.

But this is merely a rumor; whether true or false, Celestial Saint Venerable cannot guarantee it.

"An Immortal Realm..."

Ji Chen kept this matter firmly in mind, hoping to uncover some related clues upon reaching Divine River City.

Subsequently, he returned to his Qixian Residence.

Yellow Dragon Saint Venerable arrived, delivering numerous Spirit Crystal Stones, along with some profound Holy Martial Techniques, even bringing an Ancient Scripture from Sword Peak to present to Ji Chen.

Ji Chen was quite surprised by this.

As Master of Spirit Peak, Yellow Dragon Saint Venerable unexpectedly obtained an Ancient Scripture from Sword Peak and brought it to Ji Chen for contemplation.

Although the Celestial Emperor’s Mansion is unified, there have been frequent conflicts and friction between different branches over the years.

Such as the Emperor Scripture’s inheritance, which typically cannot be studied or practiced by non-affiliated disciples.

But now, Ji Chen has become an exception.

As a disciple of Spirit Peak, he could learn the contemplation mantra of Sword Peak’s Ancient Scripture.

"With the war imminent, if you can comprehend this scripture, you might have more survival abilities on the battlefield."

Yellow Dragon Saint Venerable left this remark and eventually departed.

With battle impending, Ji Chen had very little time left.

In the eyes of figures like Yellow Dragon Saint Venerable and the Mansion Master, Ji Chen’s potential and talent are undoubtedly immense; they all hope he doesn’t die amidst the warfare.

Due to Ji Chen’s comprehension of the Great Dao Sword Intent and the Mansion Master’s personal intervention, the Master of Sword Peak finally agreed to let Yellow Dragon Saint Venerable bring the scripture to Ji Chen.