Sole Sword Supremacy-Chapter 560 - 564: Return

After half an hour, Wang Junze slowly opened his eyes and flew out from the ice spring on his own.

"Hmm?"

Seeing Wang Junze’s reaction, everyone couldn’t help but be a little surprised.

Although more than half of the Ice and Snow Essence in the ice spring had been absorbed, there was still quite a bit left, which could continue to be absorbed.

With a light chuckle, Wang Junze glanced at Jing Yuan and Nini, and said softly, "I am friends with Brother Jing Yuan and others, so let’s leave them a bit of chance too."

In this half-hour, Wang Junze had absorbed nearly all the Ice and Snow Essence by himself, leaving Jing Yuan and the others with hardly anything to snatch. If he continued absorbing like this, Jing Yuan and his group would have little chance of a breakthrough.

Instead, Wang Junze had already stabilized his realm, and continuing to absorb would not yield as much benefit.

Rather than continuing, it’s better to be generous and leave the remaining Ice and Snow Essence for Jing Yuan and the others, which not only eases relations with the Deserters but also benefits the subsequent plan of allowing the Deserters to enter the Nether Sea.

"...Thank you!"

After a moment of silence, the High Priest looked at Wang Junze with a complex expression and said softly.

"High Priest, you are too kind. I should thank you. The gains have been significant for me."

With a carefree smile, Wang Junze answered calmly.

After Wang Junze left the ice spring, Jing Yuan and the others quickly accelerated their absorption of the Ice and Snow Essence. Before long, Nini was the first to break through, followed by Jing Yuan and Ah-Man, who also succeeded in their breakthroughs.

This time, on the ice spring journey, everyone achieved Realm-Breaking.

However, the power of the ice spring was completely exhausted, sealed once again. It would take at least ten years to recover.

Qu Lishang didn’t linger, leading Wang Junze and the others straight out of the Extreme North Wilderness.

The news spread quickly.

Upon their return, Wang Junze and company encountered patrolling cavalry at the border, who relayed the news that the Deserters hadn’t launched an attack back to Jubei City.

Upon receiving this news, Wu Chen finally relaxed his tense nerves.

It was truly terrifying; the aura of Saint Fall was too clear. Even though Wu Chen didn’t dare venture into the Extreme North Wilderness deeply, he had sensed it before. Coupled with reports from the spies he sent, he was already prepared to face a full-scale attack from the Deserters.

Unexpectedly, even after Qu Lishang had clearly slain a Saint Realm Demon King, he was still able to force the Deserters to hold back. It was indeed incredible.

Although he didn’t know exactly what happened, Wu Chen had a feeling that Wang Junze undoubtedly played a significant role in it.

However, if the Profound Moon Sword Sect truly reconciled with the Deserters, then his days as the City Lord of Jubei City, caught in the middle, would only get tougher.

Thinking of this, Wu Chen couldn’t help but sigh.

Had he known that things would turn out like this, he should never have come to the Northern Domain.

...

Profound Moon Sword Sect.

Back on Sword Peak, Zhou Dongfei emerged upon hearing the news, and Wang Junze explained everything that happened in the Extreme North Wilderness.

He spoke of the agreement with Jing Yuan as well.

Wang Junze hadn’t even shared this with Qu Lishang when they were in the wilderness; only after leaving safely did he reveal everything.

"As for the Nether Sea, you make the decisions."

Waving his hand, Qu Lishang said casually, "Unless a Saint Realm powerhouse takes action against you, after returning to the Nether Sea this time, I will not interfere in anything."

Previously, Qu Lishang had some concerns about Wang Junze’s strength, but now that Wang Junze had broken through to Divine Travel, with such a surge in power, it would be difficult for anyone below a Saint Realm to pose a significant threat to him, allowing Qu Lishang to rest easy.

"The matters of the sect aren’t for you to worry about either."

Zhou Dongfei continued, "Maintaining the current state of the Northern Domain is fine for the time being. If reconciliation with the Deserters could be achieved in this way, it wouldn’t be a bad thing, though the difficulty of such a task is too great, so it’s best not to hold any expectations for now."

"Besides these, is there anything else you want to say?"

Fixing her gaze on Wang Junze, Luo Bingyun suddenly asked.

"..."

Previously, Wang Junze had concealed his intention to go to the Capital City to stop Su Yuwei’s marriage, but in reality, such matters could not be hidden from everyone.

After a moment of silence, Wang Junze slowly replied, "Half a year from now, indeed, I need to make a trip back to the Capital City."

"However, this matter has nothing to do with the sect; I will handle it myself."

Wang Junze did not explain what he intended to do, but Luo Bingyun and the others naturally understood his purpose. Instantly, a trace of annoyance flashed in Luo Bingyun’s eyes, but before she could speak, Zhou Dongfei interrupted her.

"Do not have any misgivings; you are my disciple, and the sect is your backing. Act without worry, even if it means turning against the Court, it doesn’t matter!"

Previously, Prince Yu’s interference in the Northern Domain, inciting the Four Symbols Sect against the Profound Moon Sword Sect, had long angered Zhou Dongfei. However, due to his injuries, he had to stomach his annoyance.

But now, with Qu Lishang’s return and the Great Nether Mirror in hand, he naturally had more confidence.

"Thank you, Master!"

With a respectful bow, Wang Junze replied softly, "I will handle it well."

After Wang Junze and Luo Qingxuan left, Luo Bingyun, exasperated, glared at Zhou Dongfei and mocked coldly, "You’re being very generous, aren’t you? Do you not see Qingxuan’s feelings?"

"He wants to stop Su Yuwei’s marriage; regardless of success or failure, it would hurt Qingxuan. Not only did you not stop him, but you also support him. Is it that your disciple matters and mine doesn’t?"

"The Life and Death Contract is not much of a problem; now Qingxuan has Entered the Path, and I hold the Great Nether Mirror in hand. Even if Wang Junze were to fall... I am confident in saving Qingxuan’s life."

With a sigh, Zhou Dongfei responded helplessly, "As for matters of the heart, they ultimately cannot be forced. What’s more... do you think I can simply stop him?"

Shaking his head, Zhou Dongfei continued, "We both know Wang Junze’s nature. If he could be stopped, he wouldn’t have left the Northern Domain in the first place."

"Young people have their fate; Qingxuan’s matters should be left for her to decide."

"..."

These words left Luo Bingyun silent.

Though she understood reason, just thinking about the grievance Luo Qingxuan would endure stirred her annoyance. Even though she too admired Wang Junze, Luo Qingxuan was her daughter, after all!

"Zhou Dongfei, you said it yourself, if anything happens to Qingxuan, I will never forgive you!"

Leaving behind this remark, Luo Bingyun immediately turned and left.