The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and the Ying Qin Supreme Deity both felt that Wei Chen was incredibly powerful.
This was not only reflected in Wei Chen's strength but also in his strategies.
They all knew that the so-called Colorful Array was actually a Face project, and the true core part had no colors at all.
However, in reality, adding colors significantly increased its appeal to people.
A simple action made both the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and the Ying Qin Supreme Deity agree that Wei Chen's strategies were impressive as well.
During the eight years he had disappeared, the Ying Qin Supreme Deity had followed Wei Chen into the Fire Clan Secret Realm. After hearing about those events from the Ying Qin Supreme Deity, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming felt that choosing to follow Wei Chen was undoubtedly the right decision.
That fire dragon did not disappear inexplicably; it must have been subdued by Wei Chen.
In the eyes of the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming, Wei Chen now had three formidable Twelfth Level Deities assisting him, along with an even more powerful fire dragon. Dealing with the Bloodshed Shop would be no problem at all.
This was the real reason he had made up his mind to bring his followers and join the Starry Sect.
Moreover, he knew that Wei Chen would not mistreat his own people. By doing this, he would surely leave a good impression on Wei Chen.
Recently, every time Wei Chen saw the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming, he greeted him with a smile, which reflected this sentiment.
Of course, necessary courtesies were still required. When Ying Qin Supreme Deity and Supreme Deity of Southern Ming saw Wei Chen, they would bow; this was the most basic etiquette towards the Master of Starry Sect.
They set a good example for those they brought along to follow suit.
In fact, those brought by the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and Ying Qin Supreme Deity held a skeptical attitude towards Wei Chen's strength. Was he really that powerful?
It was difficult to discern Wei Chen's true strength, and he had never revealed it openly. Their doubts were entirely reasonable. The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and Ying Qin Supreme Deity took the lead in showing respect to Wei Chen, and their subordinates followed suit.
This was their way of expressing respect and acknowledgment towards Wei Chen.
Wei Chen was quite satisfied with these two subordinates. Although he held their lives in his hands and could end them in an instant, what he valued more was respect and recognition, not fear.
“Ying Qin Supreme Deity, how are the disciples preparing for the Blood Slaughter Shop Selection Tournament in the Winning the Qin Divine Realm?” Wei Chen asked lightly, looking at Ying Qin Supreme Deity.
Ying Qin Supreme Deity replied, “Master, the Blood Slaughter Shop Selection Tournament in the Winning the Qin Divine Realm has been suspended. Or rather, it has been disbanded.”
“Disbanded?” Wei Chen was taken aback. Did Ying Qin Supreme Deity have such audacity?
“It has indeed been disbanded. The selected disciples have all returned home, and when the people from Bloodshed Shop arrive, we will not give them a single hair,” Ying Qin Supreme Deity stated firmly.
Hearing this, Wei Chen laughed heartily. “Good! I like your style!”
Wei Chen understood that Ying Qin Supreme Deity's attitude signified a resolute determination to confront Bloodshed Shop head-on. A million disciples? If they refused to give any, what could Bloodshed Shop do?
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming added, “In the Southern Ming Divine Domain, there has never been an organization for selection; we also won’t give anything. When the people from Bloodshed Shop arrive, that will be the time for battle. I have no other choice.”
If Ying Qin Supreme Deity had disbanded the selection after seeing hope in Starry Sect's rise, Wei Chen could understand that. However, for the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming to refrain from selecting disciples when Wei Chen had disappeared—uncertain if he would return—indicated that there must be some reliance on something else.
Wei Chen looked at the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and asked calmly, “Supreme Deity of Southern Ming, given the situation we’re in now, there’s no need to hide anything. What is your reliance?”
“Only courage,” replied the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming.
“Come on, don’t boast. You’re not someone who acts without strategy. If you had no reliance or trump cards, you wouldn’t have done this. Let’s have an open discussion and see each other’s cards,” Wei Chen said lightly.
He paused for a moment, then raised his head and looked deeply at Wei Chen, saying, "Master, could you show us your trump card first?"
"My trump card? That's not necessary to reveal. But at the very least, I have three Twelve-Level Divine Realm Experts, an incredibly powerful Twelfth Level Divine Realm Fire Dragon, and a top-tier Mental Strength Killing God. They can all take down a Twelfth Level Deity. Even I, when facing an ordinary Twelfth Level Deity, am not without the strength to fight back."
Wei Chen continued, "Moreover, I have brought people from the Ancient World with me, each of whom is formidable in their own right. If they join forces against a Twelfth Level Deity, they can hold their ground for a while. If they coordinate with that top-tier Mental Strength Killing God, taking down a Twelfth Level Deity would be a piece of cake."
Upon hearing Wei Chen's words, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming and Ying Qin Supreme Deity were not particularly shocked. Aside from the existence of the Killing God Senior, the rest was already within their knowledge. If it were otherwise, they wouldn't be so devotedly following Wei Chen.
Ying Qin Supreme Deity awkwardly said, "Master, my trump card is actually nonexistent. When the time comes, I can only help you reach the battlefield quickly or escort you to retreat swiftly. Beyond that, I can't offer much assistance."
Hearing Ying Qin Supreme Deity's words, Wei Chen smiled and said, "Ying Qin Supreme Deity, there's no need to feel disheartened or belittle yourself. Everyone has their own expertise; your role will be significant when the time comes."
"Master, please don't comfort me. I know my own capabilities very well," Ying Qin Supreme Deity replied awkwardly.
Wei Chen waved his hand and said, "Ying Qin Supreme Deity, you'll see when the time comes. Once we reach the battlefield quickly, we can take down each member of Bloodshed Shop one by one. We will be on the advantageous side; at the very least, we won't find ourselves surrounded and hunted down. Focus on studying the Kunlun Mirror; if you can make it recognize you as its master through blood sacrifice, that would be even better."
"That's impossible. The Kunlun Mirror is a divine artifact from the Ancient World; I don't have the qualifications to make it recognize me," Ying Qin Supreme Deity shook his head.
Wei Chen replied, "No worries; this time is different from another. The Ancient World and Endless Divine Realm are essentially one and the same."
"Master, then I'll do my best to try," Ying Qin Supreme Deity said.
With that, both Wei Chen and Ying Qin Supreme Deity turned their attention to the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming; it was time for him to reveal his trump card.
Wei Chen and Ying Qin Supreme Deity both believed that the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming must have something up his sleeve.
Under their watchful gaze, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming hesitated for a moment, seemingly contemplating whether he could reveal his secrets.
"Wei Chen laughed and said, 'Supreme Deity of Southern Ming, think about it. We are all in this together, like grasshoppers on the same rope. If one of us thrives, we all thrive; if one suffers, we all suffer. What is there to hesitate about? We would never betray you to harm you, right?'"
"Ying Qin Supreme Deity added, 'Supreme Deity of Southern Ming, stop being so wishy-washy. You already look pale; don’t be so effeminate in your personality.'"
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming was handsome, maintaining a youthful appearance in his twenties, though he appeared somewhat gloomy and delicate. Ying Qin Supreme Deity was right; if judged solely by looks, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming did seem a bit effeminate.
"Hmph!"
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming shot a fierce glare at Ying Qin Supreme Deity before turning his gaze to Wei Chen and said in a low voice, "Master, my trump card actually lies in my bloodline."
"Bloodline?" Wei Chen squinted. "What bloodline do you possess?"
"In the Endless Divine Realm, besides the Fire Clan Secret Realm, there is another secret realm known as the Golden Clan Secret Realm," the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming replied calmly.
Wei Chen and Ying Qin Supreme Deity both became intrigued, their four gazes fixed on the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming as they awaited his explanation.
Under the expectant stares of Wei Chen and Ying Qin Supreme Deity, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming continued, "The Golden Clan Secret Realm is many times stronger than the Fire Clan Secret Realm. Within the Golden Clan Secret Realm exists a Twelfth Level Deity."
"What? A Twelfth Level Deity? Your Golden Clan Secret Realm isn’t within the bounds of the Endless Divine Realm?" Wei Chen frowned and asked.
Logically speaking, anything within the Endless Divine Realm could not possibly be a part of the Twelfth Level Divine Realm!
Unexpectedly, the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming nodded and said, "That's right. Our Golden Clan Secret Realm is not within the Endless Divine Realm, and I was expelled by the Gold Clan Leader."
Wei Chen and Ying Qin Supreme Deity's interest peaked; what on earth was going on?
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming explained further, "The Golden Clan Secret Realm exists outside the void of the Endless Divine Realm, escaping the Void Pressure from Bloodshed Shop. Back then, I got involved with the Gold Clan Leader's daughter while in the Golden Clan Secret Realm. When the Patriarch found out, he expelled me from the Golden Clan Secret Realm because I was not worthy to unite with his daughter. However, no matter what happens, I am still one of the Golden Clan. If I were to die, they would not stand idly by. At the very least, I can survive; I can deal with Bloodshed Shop alone and kill some of their lackeys to vent my anger before returning to the Golden Clan. Although I would be looked down upon by them, they wouldn't completely shut me out. The people of the Golden Clan are the most united among the five clans."
"Unity and cohesion are what turn us into gold!"
"The unity of the Golden Clan means that no member shall be bullied or killed by other races. If anyone from the Golden Clan is harmed, the entire Golden Clan Secret Realm will rise in bloody retaliation!"
"Master, just like how you killed so many from the Fire Tribe in the Fire Clan Secret Realm, if it were in our Golden Clan, there would only be one outcome: either you wipe out every member of the Golden Clan in the Golden Clan Secret Realm, or you die at the hands of the Golden Clan."
"Moreover, our Golden Clan Secret Realm is not under the Void Suppression of the Bloodshed Shop. The Patriarch is at the Twelfth Level Divine Realm, and there are five or six others at the Eleventh Level Divine Realm. There are several hundred at the Tenth Level Divine Realm. When the Patriarch expelled me from the Golden Clan, he promised that if I could cultivate to the Eleventh Level Divine Realm, I could return to the Golden Clan and be with his daughter. Because we have committed a grave mistake, the Patriarch's daughter can no longer marry within the Golden Clan."
"For all this time, my cultivation in the Endless Divine Realm has been for one goal: to return to the Golden Clan and prevent the woman I love from enduring loneliness any longer!"
"However, the Bloodshed Shop suppresses the Endless Divine Realm, making it impossible to reach the Eleventh Level Divine Realm through cultivation here. You cannot imagine my hatred for the Bloodshed Shop."
"If it weren't for the Void Suppression of the Bloodshed Shop, I would have already reached the Twelfth Level Divine Realm all these years. My Golden Bloodline is not weak at all; among our branch in the Golden Clan Secret Realm, my bloodline power is even stronger than that of the Patriarch!"
"Perhaps it is precisely because of this that the Patriarch gave me a chance instead of killing me outright."
Hearing these words from the Supreme Deity of Southern Ming, Wei Chen was puzzled. If his bloodline power was so strong, why was he opposed?
Wei Chen voiced his confusion.
The Supreme Deity of Southern Ming explained, "Because... my bloodline is impure..."
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