Chapter 1835: Chapter 1838: Chen Family Patriarch

This Ancient Centipede possesses such immense strength that even many half-step Heavenly Human Realm experts find it difficult to defeat, let alone subdue.

When the Wu family initially subdued the Ancient Centipede, they expended considerable effort, and now that Chu Fengmian has subdued it, the Wu family will undoubtedly not let it go easily.

However, Chu Fengmian now fears no one, not even the Wu family. If the Wu family’s members are wise enough not to provoke Chu Fengmian, peace can be maintained.

Should the Wu family dare provoke Chu Fengmian, he won’t hesitate to use the Wu family to establish his unparalleled authority.

Chu Fengmian’s authority is not to be challenged.

"Let’s go."

Chu Fengmian said to Princess Hai and then turned to leave the Chen family business association.

Just at the moment Chu Fengmian’s figure departed, two figures suddenly appeared on the ninth floor. Two elders manifested, arriving before Chen Jin.

"Two ancestors."

Seeing these two elders appear, Chen Jin was exceedingly respectful.

These two ancestors were the only two half-step Heavenly Human Realm experts in the Chen family, always concealed within the Chen family business association, observing every move of Chu Fengmian and Chen Jin’s conversation.

It was only after Chu Fengmian left that they revealed themselves.

"Two ancestors, what is this person’s realm?"

Chen Jin looked at the two elders, asking out loud.

"I sense that this person’s realm is indeed that of a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor, but the aura on him isn’t something a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor ordinarily possesses. I fear if I were to take action, I’d perish within three moves before him."

"This person’s realm is indeed a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor, but it’s uncertain what fortuitous encounter he has gained, as his strength is outrageously formidable."

One of the Chen family ancestors, a half-step Heavenly Human Realm expert, said with a furrowed brow.

"Is this person really worth such effort for us to recruit into the Chen family?"

Upon hearing the elder’s words, Chen Jin couldn’t help but ask.

To win over Chu Fengmian, he gratuitously gifted Chu Fengmian a Spirit Sword and an Immortal Stone, both of which were invaluable treasures.

Chen Jin felt a pang of regret in his heart.

Especially when he realized Chu Fengmian was merely a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor, Chen Jin’s heart began to hold some disdain for him.

After all, in the minds of all martial artists, no matter how formidable a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor is, he is nothing but an ant before a half-step Heavenly Human Realm expert.

If Chu Fengmian were a half-step Heavenly Human Realm expert, then the cost to recruit him would be justified; but being merely a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor, it seems rather unworthy.

"No, we must still recruit him."

Another Chen family ancestor slowly spoke.

"When the Wu family subdued the Ancient Centipede, it took seven half-step Heavenly Human Realm martial artists to collaborate and subdue it. Now that one person can subdue this Ancient Centipede alone, his strength is immeasurable."

"But Chu Fengmian is just a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor; does he really possess such prowess?"

Chen Jin was still somewhat incredulous as he spoke.

He hadn’t witnessed Chu Fengmian in action, thus unable to fathom how a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor could possess such terrifying strength.

After all, Chen Jin himself was a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor at the peak, invincible among the younger generations in the Chen family, making him the Family Head.

Vaguely, Chen Jin has already touched the threshold of the half-step Heavenly Human Realm and is considered a dominant presence among the Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor. He couldn’t possibly imagine that Chu Fengmian, also a Nine Tribulations Ancient Emperor, could be so superior.

"There are countless things in this world beyond our understanding. This individual must have had a heaven-shocking fortuitous encounter to have such strength. Once such a person matures, he will be incredibly terrifying. Our Chen family cannot afford to be his enemy."

The two Chen family ancestors exchanged glances and spoke together.

"Order all Chen family disciples not to provoke him. You should also strive to recruit this person."

"In the Yanluo Star Region, our Chen family is already ostracized by the other three families. Had it not been for the Mu family and Yan family suffering from a major loss in the Nine Domains, the three families might already have targeted us. We must recruit this individual."

"Why not inform the Wu family that Chu Fengmian subdued the Ancient Centipede?"

Chen Jin suddenly interjected.

"By informing the Wu family, Chu Fengmian and the Wu family will surely engage in a blood battle, allowing our Chen family to reap the benefits as the one fishing in troubled waters."

"No, I believe this person’s strength is even more terrifying than what he’s shown. Using him must be approached with caution, or else it might backfire."

The Chen family ancestor spoke with a heart full of trepidation.

"Oh? Using me?"

Boom!

Just as the Chen family ancestor was speaking.

Suddenly, a surge of powerful Spiritual Power descended, transforming into a figure that abruptly appeared on the ninth floor of the Chen family business association.

"Chu Fengmian?"

The two Chen family ancestors and Chen Jin were simultaneously shocked upon seeing this figure suddenly appear.

The ninth floor of the Chen family business association is protected by countless Forbidden Array Formations. Conversations within are hard to be overheard, even by half-step Heavenly Human Realm martial artists, let alone intrusions.

Yet now, Chu Fengmian silently transformed into a figure that suddenly descended.

This means that their prior conversation was entirely overheard by Chu Fengmian.

During the time Chu Fengmian was conversing with Chen Jin, he had already sensed the surveillance of the two Chen family ancestors.

Thus, although Chu Fengmian left the Chen family business association, his Spiritual Sense was constantly observing here. Although the ninth floor’s Forbidden Array Formations are formidable, they cannot block Chu Fengmian’s Spiritual Sense.

"Mr. Chu, breaking into our Chen family’s critical grounds, are you not treating our Chen family with contempt?"

One of the Chen family ancestors looked at Chu Fengmian’s descending figure, his face showing a bit of embarrassment.

The ninth floor of the Chen family business association is the Chen family’s critical ground, yet now Chu Fengmian has descended directly, clearly showing no regard for the Chen family.

"What? Does the Chen family plan to be my enemy?"

Chu Fengmian looked at the two Chen family ancestors, a mocking smile forming at the corner of his mouth.

"I heard your conversation loud and clear just now. You want to use me? I thought the Chen family had some sense, but it seems the Chen family will be the first to fall."

"You brat, with just one incarnation, do you plan to flaunt your prowess? That’s going too far!"

One of the Chen family ancestors couldn’t help but speak upon hearing Chu Fengmian’s words.

He is a half-step Heavenly Human Realm expert, possessing high status in the Yanluo Star Region. How could he endure Chu Fengmian’s disdain?

"With just one incarnation, I can easily deal with you two old fools."

Upon hearing the ancestor’s words, Chu Fengmian replied disdainfully.