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After finishing their conversation, Yue Songyang and Qian Youshi rode away on the Snow Eagle, seemingly to avoid suspicion. In reality, when they approached Wei Chen, numerous eyes were already on them. Although no one knew what they discussed, the news would undoubtedly spread quickly to Old Master and Gongye Long.
Wei Chen was aware that talking with Yue Songyang and Qian Youshi would raise suspicions from the War God Hall Master and Elder Gongye Long. But what was the problem?
"As long as I stand tall, I have nothing to fear from shadows. If Jin Ge or Gongye Long ask me about it, I can be straightforward. However, it is a bit troublesome; even though I am not afraid of them now and they cannot command me, they know my background very well. If it gets exposed, there could be some risks."
"Let's take it step by step. Fire... heh, since I've obtained such important information, how could I let it go? They want the Fire Shard; the real fire will be left for me."
The so-called bravery that comes with skill—Wei Chen had no idea how terrifying fire could be; he was still able to smile.
After Yue Songyang and Qian Youshi left, Zuo Leng approached Wei Chen with Xiao Jian and Pan Dalong.
"Senior Brother, are you getting used to everything?" Zuo Leng lowered his stance and voluntarily offered the title of Senior Brother. As a Core Disciple, Wei Chen was now officially recognized as the Senior Brother. Moreover, with his first-class merit engraved on the Merit Tablet, he had gained significant respect. Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong were unsure how to face Wei Chen. After all, the higher-ups of the Temple of Martial Arts had not given him a specific title, which left his status elevated while the disciples were uncertain about how to address him respectfully.
Wei Chen did not care about such things; he nodded slightly at Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong and said, "There's nothing I'm not used to. Do you have something to discuss?"
He had no particular feelings toward Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, or Pan Dalong but also did not wish to engage with them. Despite being of similar ages, Wei Chen's experiences and strength far surpassed theirs, leaving little common ground for conversation.
Zuo Leng felt a bit embarrassed but remained undeterred and respectful as he said, "Senior Brother, we want to follow you."
"Follow me?" Wei Chen smiled lightly. "What do you mean?"
"Senior Brother, your Formation Assignment is incredibly strong, and your Mental Strength is exceptional. You will eventually become a Hall Master in the Temple of Martial Arts. To be straightforward, we want to follow you so that when you become Hall Master, we can also attain some decent positions," Xiao Jian said earnestly as he looked at Wei Chen.
Wei Chen was taken aback; how could they be so shameless as to say such things directly? And their expressions were so sincere while saying it?
Wei Chen felt speechless; these Core Disciples of the Temple of Martial Arts were truly brazen.
Seeing Wei Chen's expression darken slightly, Zuo Leng hurriedly explained, "Senior Brother, you may not know this; you might think our actions are sycophantic, but this is a tradition in the Temple of Martial Arts. We are future heirs ourselves; maintaining a good relationship with you is also the wish of the higher-ups."
After hearing Zuo Leng's explanation, Wei Chen was stunned again—was there really such a thing?
However, upon reflection, it was nothing much. The Core Disciple was the future successor, and Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong were now aligning with Wei Chen, likely to work together in the future.
Wei Chen pondered for a moment, then shook his head under the watchful eyes of Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong. "I can't agree to your request."
"Why not?" Xiao Jian asked, a bit anxious. Was he really going to disregard their face like this?
Zuo Leng and Pan Dalong also looked somewhat displeased. After everything they had gone through, he still wouldn't give them any face? That was a bit too much.
Wei Chen smiled lightly. "I'm not interested in the position of Hall Master of the Temple of Martial Arts, nor will I stay there forever. You were what you were before, and you still are now; you don't need to consider my presence. Just treat me as if I'm invisible. I won't compete for power or become a high-ranking official in the Temple of Martial Arts; you can rest assured about that. I've already discussed this with the War God Hall Master, and he understands my intentions."
"For now, I will hold the title of Core Disciple, but the future of the Temple of Martial Arts belongs to you all; it doesn't have much to do with me. As long as I am in the Temple of Martial Arts, I will do my utmost for it. If there's an opportunity, I might even pass on some of my knowledge of formations. The War God Hall Master won't impose anything on you, so you don't need to worry."
Wei Chen's gaze was sincere as he looked at Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong. His smile made them unconsciously trust him. Moreover, it was true that he had no genuine interest in a high-ranking position within the Temple of Martial Arts.
Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong exchanged glances and chose to believe Wei Chen in their hearts.
The fact that Wei Chen would leave and not remain in the Temple of Martial Arts was actually good news for Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong. If Wei Chen stayed, Zuo Leng could never become Hall Master; at best, he would be a Vice Hall Master. Xiao Jian and Pan Dalong held even lower positions. Now that Wei Chen had made such a promise, everything would remain as it was—everyone would be happy.
However happy they were, Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong genuinely considered what was best for the Temple of Martial Arts. If Wei Chen stayed and fully passed on his knowledge of formations, it would bring tremendous benefits to the Temple. With every advantage comes a disadvantage; things would be different with or without Wei Chen.
But that was Wei Chen's choice; Zuo Leng, Xiao Jian, and Pan Dalong had no right to persuade him otherwise. Even the Master of the Hall agreed—what could they do?
"Senior Brother, you carry on with your business; we take our leave."
...
"These three fellows are quite amusing. The rules of the Temple of Martial Arts can indeed unify the higher-ups; it's a good method."
"Old Master Jin Ge and Vice Hall Master Yue Songyang probably operated like this before as well. However, when they later reversed their positions, it led to the division within the Temple of Martial Arts."
"But what does all of this have to do with me? I'm just a fleeting visitor in the Temple of Martial Arts."
Wei Chen pondered for a moment, suddenly realizing that the path ahead was becoming increasingly unclear.
He had come to the Endless Divine Realm to retrieve the Kunlun Mirror and Shennong Ding, intending to return to the Ancient World and seal it off completely.
However, as the situation progressed, he slowly realized that things were not so simple. The Endless Divine Realm seemed no longer interested in dealing with the Ancient World, which was temporarily safe. The real threat came from the Bloodshed Shop. Yet, the threat posed by the Bloodshed Shop was directed at the Endless Divine Realm, not the Ancient World.
But Wei Chen understood deeply the principle of "when the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold."
If the threat from the Bloodshed Shop was not resolved, the Ancient World could not find peace.
His goal shifted to continuing to "mix" in the Endless Divine Realm while waiting for an opportunity to confront the Bloodshed Shop.
In the Memory Stone, Wei Chen encountered a formidable figure known as Killing God Senior, who had once dominated within the Spatial Plane where the Bloodshed Shop resided. He obtained the strongest Mental Attack Technique, Destruction of the World Thirteen Swords. His objective truly became opposing the Bloodshed Shop. Whether it was to protect the Ancient World, assist the Endless Divine Realm, or simply because he had gained immense benefits from Killing God Senior, Wei Chen chose to confront the Bloodshed Shop.
Wei Chen murmured to himself, "Before coming to the Endless Divine Realm, who would have thought that things would change so quickly? Fortunately, the Ancient World is stable, and even more so in the Demon Domain; my adventures out here have not left me with too many worries."
"Sigh, the path of cultivation is long and endless. Am I destined to wander like this forever? So many wives are waiting for me at home; that Black Mage Scholar's child must have grown up by now."
"I am already a father but cannot be by my child's side; it truly feels like a sin."
"But if I don't do this, they won't have a stable environment to live in, which is even more sinful."
Wei Chen clenched his fists slightly and thought, "Once I complete Killing God Senior's task and eliminate the Bloodshed Shop, I will return and seal off both the Ancient World and Endless Divine Realm's Spatial Dimension System. I will never wander again."
Unbeknownst to him, Wei Chen's heart had grown weary of this nomadic life.
"Having a wife and child by my side, basking in peace under the sun—that is truly a life worth enjoying. What meaning does this current life hold?"
As Wei Chen thought about this, a look of struggle and conflict appeared on his face. Living a stable life with his family was certainly enjoyable, but such a life dulled his ambitions and left his abilities stagnant. What was the point of that?
No matter what, a person always exists as an individual. Wei Chen's pursuit, deep in his heart, was not merely to pass the days alongside his family.
It was just like when he was in the Memory Stone during the final level. Wei Chen had no confidence at all that he could get through; the pressure there could completely incapacitate him. Yet, he still chose to charge forward, even if it risked his life. He never gave up.
In truth, Wei Chen knew very well that his aspiration was not for a stable life but for an endless pursuit of becoming stronger.
If that were the case, then going to the Bloodshed Shop in the Spatial Plane and confronting it according to Killing God Senior's requirements was the right path. As the saying goes, nothing is difficult for one who is determined; Wei Chen had never been afraid.
"Child, are you troubled again?" Killing God Senior sensed Wei Chen's emotional fluctuations and asked telepathically.
Wei Chen showed a helpless expression and thought to Killing God Senior, "Senior, are you a worm in my stomach? Do you know what I'm thinking? If that's the case, then surely you can easily see everything around me?"
"Naturally, I can sense everything around you. Although I don't know what you're thinking, I can still feel your emotions—your joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness. Right now, your mood is quite chaotic and unsettled, isn't it? If you have any difficulties, feel free to share them with me. At least I have been through it myself and can offer you some experience within certain limits," Killing God Senior replied.
Wei Chen hurriedly asked, "Senior, does that mean I have no privacy?"
Wei Chen felt anxious; if everything was seen by Killing God Senior, then what privacy could he possibly have?
Killing God Senior smiled gently and said, "Fellow, I know what you're worried about. Don't worry; I've lived so long and seen so much. I won't pay attention to your private matters. When you're getting intimate with a woman, I'll simply close my senses."
Killing God Senior's words eased Wei Chen's mind a little; experience truly spoke volumes—he understood what Wei Chen was thinking.
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