Unrivaled Martial Emperor-Chapter 874 - Shang Ziyan’s Depth

The demon beasts fled like a receding tide, abandoning their sinking ship.

Rumble!

Chen Fan quickly retrieved the city treasure—a high-quality Grade-7 artifact. Even though its attack power was average, its defensive power was decent.

It was likely a trophy the demon beasts had looted from fallen human martial artists, but now it belonged to him.

The city contained other valuables, but Chen Fan had no time to gather them, so he just stored the city away.

“This operation yielded quite the haul. I wonder how many this demon beast army has killed in the past, to have amassed this much wealth. Now, it’s all mine.”

Although Chen Fan did not have time to clean it up, a quick scan with his divine will revealed the contents of the city: primeval stones, elixirs, Grade-5 and Grade-6 treasures—items that would fetch high prices outside.

Also among them were rare spiritual herbs and natural treasures. Since the secret realm only opened once every century, it had an abundance of spiritual herbs. The demon beasts had collected them, but now they all belonged to Chen Fan. It was a massive harvest.

Su Tong and the others, having escaped their battle with the demon beasts, looked up at the slim figure in the air, their eyes filled with disbelief.

“He really killed the leaders. And so quickly too!” Su Tong looked at Chen Fan in disbelief.

Although she had brought Chen Fan on as a helper, she never expected him to be this powerful.

The others were also shocked.

Although they had wanted Chen Fan to succeed, they didn’t want or expect it to be so easy.

Chen Fan’s overwhelming strength left everyone feeling uneasy.

If they got the treasure in the tomb, he would become a formidable competitor—something none of them wanted to face.

Chen Fan suddenly noticed several gazes fixed on him, especially that of the black-robed man. His gaze was filled with resentment and hints of despair.

Seeing his performance, Shang Ziyan realized that even a sneak attack wouldn’t make him a match for this cold and apathetic man.

Shang Ziyan’s wary gaze held a trace of tyranny, his expression revealing his unwillingness to let Chen Fan become an obstacle in his pursuit of the tomb’s treasure.

Chen Fan smiled at them, revealing a row of white teeth. He looked very vibrant; in the eyes of these squad members with their own agendas, his delicate, smiling face resembled an evil ghost rising from hell.

Shang Ziyan was the first to come back to his senses, and he said, “Alright, we’ve driven away the demon beasts—now it’s time to head for the tomb. We don’t need to stand out among the others, but it won’t hurt to scout ahead.”

His hoarse voice made him sound like an old crow crying. Coupled with his ugly appearance and his disability, he was far from eye candy. Yet, the crowd found him more pleasing to the eye than Chen Fan.

At the very least, Shang Ziyan was still a normal person, while Chen Fan was a monster. A very scary monster.

Meanwhile, Chen Fan looked at Shang Ziyan with a little surprise.

His feat of killing all those beasts filled everyone except Shang Ziyan with surprise and fear. He only felt wary of Chen Fan; he wasn’t afraid. This reaction was highly unusual. Did he still have a hidden ace up his sleeves?

As Shang Ziyan tried to gauge Chen Fan, Chen Fan was also analyzing him. Among the group, Shang Ziyan was undoubtedly the greatest threat to him.

Chen Fan’s intention in taking action this time was to intimidate the others. He almost succeeded, but Shang Ziyan’s mild apprehension left him unable to discern his true strength or motives.

Although he was not worried about being plotted against, constantly dealing with schemes wasn’t ideal. It seemed his display hadn’t quite achieved the desired effect.

However, he had no choice but to push these thoughts aside for now. Whatever cards Shang Ziyan still held, they would be revealed in time. He was not particularly worried about it.

When Shang Ziyan proposed moving toward the tomb, the group readily agreed.

It could be said that many of them were only here for the secret in the tomb, not to contend for the ten thrones—something they didn’t dare dream of.

The group did not waste any time and immediately headed toward the tomb.

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On the way, the group encountered increasing numbers of demon beasts, their ranks growing denser with every step forward.

Since the tomb was located in the depths of the secret realm, the abundance of demon beasts made sense. Fortunately, they did not come across any demon beast army of the same magnitude as before.

“Young Patriarch, Chen Fan might be the biggest variable in your plans. Should we get rid of him first?” the black-robed man said through a voice transmission, his gaze toward Chen Fan brimming with hatred.

He resented Chen Fan the most and wished to kill him to avenge his blood debt.

If anyone had overheard how the black-robed man addressed Shang Ziyan, they would be shocked. Everyone thought the Yin Yang Twins were the helpers Shang Ziyan found, but this exchange revealed a different relationship altogether.

“It’s fine. Although he’s exceeded my expectations, if I make use of him well, he could be a valuable pawn—a vanguard to clear the path for me,” Shang Ziyan replied coldly, his lips curling into a savage smile as he stared at Chen Fan’s back.

“He’s just an ant in my eyes. Monstrous, perhaps, but still just a slightly larger ant. If he really dares to act out, I’ll crush him.

“I already know what the secret in the tomb is. Once I claim it, my severely damaged Martial Soul will recover, and my cultivation will be restored to the Manifestation realm. A single breath from me will be enough to kill him. No matter how he acts out, he’ll never escape the palm of my hand.”

Shang Ziyan looked at Chen Fan with an icy gaze, cold and merciless, as if he were looking at a dead person. Seconds later, that look of apprehension returned to his eyes.

“I’ll just let him jump about for now. When he is no longer useful, I’ll crush him. There’s no hurry!” Shang Ziyan transmitted his voice confidently.

Everyone was burdened with their own thoughts, each harboring their own personal agendas. No one noticed the communication between Shang Ziyan and the black-robed man’s divine wills.

Chen Fan, however, sensed the gazes on him. Turning his head slightly, he saw Shang Ziyan and the black-robed man. His heart was slightly moved.

Are these two scheming against me? Hmph, hmph, very well. If you want to plot against me, that will depend on whether you have the strength.

Chen Fan sneered in his heart.