As soon as Lin Chen finished speaking, everyone fell silent.
Lin Chen’s words were true. Now, even if any martial artist sparred with Zhao Yijing and Xu Lianyu for a few moves, it wouldn’t take long to realize that their cultivation was too strong, signaling that they had practiced some powerful cultivation technique.
The heritage of the ancient ruins hadn’t been forgotten; the matter of Lin Chen bringing back the ancient ruins’ heritage was still being talked about in various places within the Great Flame Dynasty. If Zhao Yijing and the others were to show up, it would certainly attract attention and lead to speculation that the four of them possessed the ancient ruins’ cultivation techniques.
"In that case, you shouldn’t participate in the Soaring Dragon Conference this time, but your senior sisters must go. The Jade Cauldron Sect has suffered great losses from this trip to the ruins. If they don’t go, our sect might once again just pave the way for others at the Soaring Dragon Conference as we did in previous years, tarnishing our sect’s reputation," said Xu Ma’an after a moment’s hesitation.
Zhao Yijing and the others didn’t find anything inappropriate in these words.
However, Lin Chen and Yang Yuemin furrowed their brows involuntarily. Although Xu Ma’an’s words seemed reasonable on the surface, urging Zhao Yijing and the others to serve the sect, he didn’t mention a word about the risks involved. Tʜe sourcᴇ of thɪs content ɪs novｅlfire.net
Lin Chen had already warned him, but Xu Ma’an still didn’t take it to heart. Some powerful individuals would surely notice the changes in Zhao Yijing and the other three. If someone decided to target them, they would be in endless danger.
Keep in mind that those individuals, under the temptation of a Heavenly Level Superior Cultivation Technique, are capable of anything.
"But what if those people disregard their reputation and decide to strike against them?" Yang Yuemin was still worried and turned to Xu Ma’an for answers.
"Don’t worry, their strength has improved, and they also possess Heavenly Level Superior Cultivation Techniques. With our protection, nothing will go wrong," Xu Ma’an assured as his gaze fell upon Xu Lianyu. Though he understood Yang Yuemin’s concern and didn’t want Xu Lianyu to take risks, in front of the sect, everyone was equal. How could he make an exception for his granddaughter, allowing Xu Lianyu to stay within the confines of the sect, especially knowing her character, aware that she wouldn’t comply so easily?
Hearing Xu Ma’an’s response, Yang Yuemin said no more.
For a long time, the Peak Masters of Jade Cauldron Sect held different philosophies. That’s why Yang Yuemin always exhibited the demeanor of a witch, acting in such a way as to let other peaks know that Jade Bird Peak was not to be trifled with.
"Since the Sect Leader has said so, I, Lin Chen, naturally should also participate in the Soaring Dragon Conference and contribute to the sect. How can I hide behind my senior sisters," Lin Chen suddenly stood up and said.
Lin Chen was well aware that his appearance at the Soaring Dragon Conference would inevitably draw a lot of attention. However, he also knew that if he didn’t step forward, those looking for him would likely turn their focus to Xu Lianyu and the others, thereby increasing the dangers for them.
Upon hearing this, Xu Ma’an and Hong Yanbing, among others, cast their gazes on Lin Chen. They were all very clear about the dangers Lin Chen would face if he went. Yet, considering the current situation, it seemed that Lin Chen had already passed on the Heavenly Top Grade technique to the members of Jade Bird Peak.
Xu Ma’an thought that perhaps he could take the opportunity to ask his granddaughter later and see if he could coax the technique out of her.
If they could impart the Heavenly Top Grade technique to the True Disciples of other peaks, it would surely enhance the sect’s strength.
Consequently, Xu Ma’an and the others did not refuse Lin Chen’s offer and agreed to let him participate in the Soaring Dragon Conference.
Yang Yuemin wanted to speak out against it, concerned for Lin Chen’s safety, but Lin Chen shook his head, signaling her not to worry.
After everyone had discussed and come to an agreement, they returned to their respective peaks to prepare for the conference.
Hong Yanbing directly pulled Xu San out of the Scorching Sun Cave. It had been a month, and Xu San had indeed suffered quite a bit.
The Soaring Dragon Conference was of great significance. Performing well could earn the Jade Cauldron Sect a good reputation in the Great Flame Dynasty and win substantial rewards from the Great Flame Dynasty’s Royal Family. It presented an opportunity for accomplishment.
Hong Yanbing had already reported to Xu Ma’an beforehand, and Xu Ma’an had agreed to release Xu San.
For Xu Ma’an, the glory and development of the Jade Cauldron Sect were first and foremost. Anything else, like bullying other disciples or being arrogant and unfair, were secondary concerns.
The release of Xu San displeased Lin Chen and the members of Jade Bird Peak, making Lin Chen see through Jade Cauldron Sect and relinquish any illusions of belonging he had toward the sect.
He could be good to Jade Bird Peak, but he had some resistance in his heart toward a sect like Jade Cauldron, which couldn’t discern right from wrong and lacked constraint by ’sect rules.’
After returning to his quarters, Lin Chen took out countless Heavenly and Earthly Treasures. He knew that having just broken through to the Third Layer of the Melding Earth Realm, it would be impossible to make further progress without some special opportunity.
Therefore, he decided to use another method to enhance his combat strength so that once he reached the Great Flame Dynasty’s Royal Family, he would have the ability to protect himself at the Soaring Dragon Conference.
He had no fear of martial artists within the same realm or even those in the Heaven-reaching Realm.
But he feared that those old-timers in the Reverting Void Realm might target him during the event.
So Lin Chen set out to refine a powerful Formation, a Killing Formation known as the ’Divine Fire Descending Troops Formation.’"
This Killing Formation required no cooperation from others; Lin Chen could deploy it all by himself, and its might was incredibly strong.
With only half a month for all peaks to prepare for the Soaring Dragon Conference at the Great Flame Dynasty’s Royal Family, Lin Chen expended numerous Heavenly and Earthly Treasures and finally completed the task on the last day.
Looking at the Array Compass in hand, Lin Chen’s lips curved into a cold smile.
"I hope you all don’t come looking for trouble, or else I’ll let them know, Lin Chen is not to be provoked, and let them experience the agony of being consumed by blazing fire."
Packing away the Divine Fire Descending Troops Formation Compass, Lin Chen’s lips revealed a wry smile.
To refine this Killing Formation, he had to spend a quarter of his fortune in Heavenly and Earthly Treasures.