Chapter 3702 - 3692: Heavenly Treasure Demon Transformation Mirror (Part 1)
Chapter 3702: Chapter 3692: Heavenly Treasure Demon Transformation Mirror (Part 1)
Seeing Wu Duancang’s imposing aura burst forth, Ye Chen’s heart stirred slightly. Wu Duancang’s strength was formidable and full of wisdom. However, the current Six Paths Sect was not only in decline but beset by countless crises, making it impossible for Wu Duancang to revitalize the sect.
If not for these issues, under Wu Duancang’s leadership, the Six Paths Sect, even if it couldn’t become a top power, could still secure a place in the Outer Realm. Instead of being humiliated at will by Zhenyuan Palace as it is now.
At this moment, Wu Duancang looked at Ye Chen once more and said, "We depart in two hours. I will arrange for two elders to accompany you for your safety."
"Two elders..."
Hearing this, Ye Chen mused for a moment, then nodded. Arranging for two elders was good for protection, and it would also dissuade Liu Yunmiao and the others from following him, making them stay in the sect obediently.
Seeing Ye Chen agree, Wu Duancang let Ye Chen return to the Netherworld Peak to prepare before heading to the Six Paths Temple to convene a meeting.
Back at Netherworld Peak, Liu Yunmiao and Yang Qianyu were still determined to accompany Ye Chen.
Ye Chen then informed them that Wu Duancang had arranged for two elders to accompany him, which made Liu Yunmiao finally relent.
Meanwhile, in the Six Paths Temple, Wu Duancang looked deeply at the assembled elders.
"Sect master, we don’t know why you’ve called us here this time."
At this moment, Zhou Jin’s eyes darted around as he couldn’t help but speak.
Everyone knew that Ye Chen was about to head to Zhenyuan Palace, and Wu Duancang had summoned them surely for this reason, making them reluctant.
After all, Zhenyuan Palace’s attitude was clear, with no goodwill towards the Six Paths Sect. No matter what Wu Duancang wanted them to do, it wouldn’t be good.
At this point, seeing the changing expressions of the elders below, Wu Duancang waved his hand, and a copper mirror appeared in the sky.
"This is the Heavenly Treasure Demon Transformation Mirror given by Southern Saint to the grandmaster in the past, a token of friendship between Zhenyuan Palace and the Six Paths Sect."
Wu Duancang looked at an elder dressed in white, with white hair and a tall slender figure.
"Elder Gao, I entrust this Heavenly Treasure Demon Transformation Mirror to you."
"Ah?" Elder Gao’s expression changed slightly upon hearing this. Taking out the old token between Southern Saint and the grandmaster now was clearly related to Zhenyuan Palace.
However, Zhenyuan Palace was not what it once was, and taking out this token now might not bode well.
"Elder Lin."
Then, Wu Duancang looked at another elder dressed in black, expressionless, with a green bamboo behind him, and said, "You and Elder Gao will accompany Ye Chen to Zhenyuan Palace."
"If Ye Chen causes any trouble, show them this Heavenly Treasure Demon Transformation Mirror, and they might consider past relations and be more reasonable."
Upon hearing this, Elder Gao and Elder Lin both frowned. They wanted to speak up, but Wu Duancang interrupted them.
"If you two don’t wish to accompany Ye Chen to Zhenyuan Palace, that’s fine. From now on, you will no longer be elders of the Six Paths Sect."
Wu Duancang said coldly, "You two should think it over carefully."
At this moment, everyone in the temple’s expressions changed slightly. Wu Duancang was essentially forcing them; if Elder Gao and Elder Lin refused, they would be expelled from the Six Paths Sect. Despite its decline, Six Paths Sect was still better than ordinary sects.
Moreover, those expelled from Six Paths Sect would probably not be welcomed by any other sect, not even being able to secure a Guest Tribute position, their status plummeting. Elder Gao and Elder Lin had no choice.
Thinking of this, many others began to feel schadenfreude towards Elder Gao and Elder Lin, grateful they weren’t chosen by Wu Duancang.
After all, Ye Chen agreed to go to Zhenyuan Palace, and this trip was likely to be full of humiliation, treated as a clown. Anyone following Ye Chen would also lose face.
However, the others were unaware of Wu Duancang’s reasoning. He knew Elder Gao and Elder Lin didn’t particularly favor Ye Chen, but they were loyal to the Six Paths Sect.
That’s why Wu Duancang used the threat of expulsion, believing they would agree, and chose them for that reason.
After all, their loyalty to the Six Paths Sect meant that even if Ye Chen encountered trouble, they would act to protect Ye Chen for the sake of the sect, ensuring Ye Chen’s safety.
The crowd did not know Wu Duancang’s considerations, nor did Elder Gao and Elder Lin. They wished to refuse, but their words were blocked by Wu Duancang, as abandoning their positions as elders was impossible. They could only agree.
"Yes."
Elder Gao and Elder Lin exchanged glances, both with grim expressions and growing resentment towards Ye Chen. Despite Wu Duancang rejecting Zhenyuan Palace’s request, Ye Chen insisted on agreeing, seeking trouble.
Seeing the two elders agree, Wu Duancang’s deep gaze flickered, and he nodded.
"Since that’s the case, you two may head to Netherworld Peak and depart with Ye Chen."
Thereafter, everyone left the Six Paths Temple, with Elder Gao and Elder Lin reluctantly heading to Netherworld Peak with grim faces.
Elder Gao arrived at Netherworld Peak, put the Heavenly Treasure Demon Transformation Mirror in his arms, and called towards the hall, "Ye Chen, it’s time to go!"
"Okay."
Upon hearing this, Ye Chen calmly walked out of the hall, glanced at Elder Gao and Elder Lin. Both wore expressionless faces, their eyes full of disdain.
"Thank you, Elders, for your support."
With Elder Gao and Elder Lin’s indifferent attitude, Ye Chen didn’t flatter insincerely. After politely greeting them, the three set off together, leaving the Six Paths Sect.
Zhenyuan Palace wasn’t too far or too near from the Six Paths Sect, but with a special teleportation formation, Ye Chen and the others arrived quickly.
Throughout the journey, the three barely interacted. Elder Gao and Elder Lin were silent and indifferent, but they were conscientious about protecting Ye Chen, keenly observing and eliminating all dangers wherever they went.
Seeing this, Ye Chen couldn’t help but nod internally. Wu Duancang was indeed good at choosing people. The strength of these two elders ranked mid-high within the Six Paths Sect, and their loyalty was enough.
The location of Zhenyuan Palace was a majestic, massive city, like a Divine City fallen from the sky, seemingly a residence of a giant god, resembling a towering Giant Peak from a distance.
This immense city was named Southern Saint City, after Southern Saint, a friend of the Six Paths Sect’s grandmaster Xiao Shuihan—magnificent, releasing brilliant Divine Radiance in all directions.
From afar, Ye Chen had already seen the famous Southern Saint City. As he approached, his eyes couldn’t help but fill with admiration. This city emanated a vast Hongmeng Aura and was likely a magic treasure.
Such a vast, magnificent magic treasure surely had limitless power, presumably used by Southern Saint in the past. The foundation of Zhenyuan Palace was not bad at all.
At this moment, seeing the closer approach of Southern Saint City, Elder Gao and Elder Lin’s faces grew gloomier, already imagining the treatment they would receive upon entering by Zhenyuan Palace.