Chapter 270: Immortal Guard


    Yin Mengyao saw Long Chen, but Long Chen did not see her. After defeating and killing the Eastern Azure Dragon Patriarch, his next urgent business was about the Immortal Guard.


    When the Lingwu family left, it signified the decline of one of the strongest families in Yuanling City, while Long Chen became the rising star. Of course, Long Chen had outgrown this ce, so there was no chance he would stay. He needed to go somewhere else, a ce where he could face more challenges and grow.


    The Biyang Imperial Capital was one such ce. The countries around the Cangyang Kingdom were roughly the same size and not as massive and dangerous as the Ten Great Empires. Unfortunately, the Cangyang Kingdom didnt have mountains with strong demonic beasts, so the Counter Essence Realm was the only ce suitable for him to continue growing now.


    Regardless of whether he became an Immortal Guard or not, Long Chen would find a way to enter the Biyang Imperial Capital. Immortal Guard was just an official title that would allow him to enter the ce.


    The spectators were still trying toe to terms with the fact that Long Chen had defeated the Eastern Azure Dragon Patriarch. All of them were admiring the silent youth.


    No one in Yuanling City had ever done something like this.


    After the Lingwu family left, the Beast Soul Pce started to feel nervous. Emperor Yuan and his group approached the Ninth Prince, their eyes filled with anticipation. It was time for the Ninth Prince to decide. Yan Danqing was the most anxious one in the group, as he had worked hard to obtain the Immortal Guard post. How could he just relinquish it to Long Chen?


    Why did he have to give something that was rightfully his to Long Chen?


    Long Chen raised his head and looked at the Ninth Prince on the tower, saying, My Lord, Ive defeated the Eastern Azure Dragon Patriarch. As per the agreement, the post of Immortal Guard is mine, correct?


    Before the Ninth Prince could answer, Yan Danqing yelled, Bullshit! I obtained the inheritance, not you! Who do you think you are?


    Im nothing, yet you lost to me, so you are worse than nothing. You have no right to be an Immortal Guard! Youll just make Yuanling City look bad if you be one. Everyone, am I right? Long Chen retorted, smiling towards the end.


    Long Chen had earned the respect of the people after defeating the Eastern Azure Dragon Patriarch, so everyone who had seen him fight agreed.


    Let Long Chen be an Immortal Guard!


    Long Chen was far stronger than Yan Danqing. If he went to the Biyang Imperial Capital, his talent would definitely flourish. On the other hand, Yan Danqing would just embarrass Yuanling City.


    Everyone cheered and showed support for Long Chen. Yan Danqing trembled from anger while Emperor Yuan frowned at what was happening.


    Emperor Yuan made an attempt to persuade the Ninth Prince. Ninth Prince, you made the rules yourself, so I hope you wont break them. As per the rules, the one who found the inheritance was Danqing


    Who said Yan Danqing obtained the inheritance? the Ninth Prince interrupted, turning his head. He was interested in Long Chen. Long Chen just used the Nine Spinning Fire Shields, one of the martial techniques belonging to the Burning Heaven Emperor. That means Long Chen has also obtained the inheritance. Since he is stronger than Yan Danqing, I hereby announce that Long Chen will be an Immortal Guard!


    Everyone cheered at the Ninth Princes announcement. Both the Beast Soul Pce and the Lingwu family were extremely powerful factions that sometimes bullied the weak. Therefore, the civilians naturally supported Long Chen since he was much more rtable.


    Long Chen sighed when he obtained the post, but he was worried that the Ninth Prince said Long Chen also obtained the inheritance.


    Impossible. Long Chen never obtained the inheritance nor the Nine Spinning Fire Shields! Yan Danqing was grasping at straws.


    Then where did his techniquee from?


    You  Yan Danqing wanted to say that the Ninth Prince had given it to Long Chen after receiving it from himself. Yan Danqing was also suspicious that the Ninth Prince and Long Chen hade to an agreement beforehand.


    Emperor Yuan knew what his grandson was thinking, so he quickly pulled Yan Danqing away and looked at the Ninth Prince. My Lord, I fear that the reasoning is too forceful.


    Yan Zhibai, it seems that you dont want to be the mayor, the Ninth Prince said inly before looking at Long Chen. Come up here. Why are you still down there?


    Emperor Yuan shut his mouth after hearing what the Ninth Prince said. He knew that there was no room for negotiation when it came to the Immortal Guard position, but at the very least he would rule the city and found a bit of relief in that.


    Emperor Yuan had lived for many years, so he knew when to lower his head.


    But Yan Danqing didnt know how to hold back. When he heard that there was no room for negotiation, his breathing became ragged and his eyes became bloodshot. If Emperor Yuan hadnt held him back, he mightve gone crazy.


    Danqing, lets go. Emperor Yuan then looked at the Ninth Prince. My Lord, since the matter has been finalized, we will be on our way.


    Alright. The Ninth Prince nodded, not even sparing him another nce. As far as the Ninth Prince was concerned, Emperor Yuan was not even worth a tenth of Long Chen.


    It was only when the people from the Beast Soul Pce left the ce did Emperor Yuan look back. His face was calm, but his eyes were filled with killing intent. Today was the most humiliating day of his life, and it was all because of Long Chen.


    Yan Danqing and Emperor Yuan recovered slightly after they left the tower. Emperor Yuan sighed, saying, Danqing, Im sorry for being so useless. I couldnt even protect your honor.


    Im fine, Grandfather, Yan Danqing said inly. Despite his calm demeanor, there was a raging fire in his heart.


    All is well as long as you are fine. I just hope that you can endure the pain from today. At least we have wrested the right to rule Yuanling City from the Lingwu family. From today onwards, the Beast Soul Pce will grow and you will be able to obtain more resources! You will be able to exceed Long Chen!


    I know. Grandfather, let me just take a walk alone so I can calm down. You can go back without me.


    Emperor Yuan nodded. Seeing his grandson, his pride and joy, look so disappointed made him sad too. Go ande back soon. From today onward, I will be teaching you personally. Ive prepared enough Heavenly River Pills to help you break into the Heavenly River Realm!


    Alright


    Yan Danqing left. He wanted to find a quiet ce to rest for a bit so his heart would be prepared for training. Thankfully, not many people recognized him in the city, or they would have talked directly behind his back.


    He suddenly saw someone familiar amidst the crowd.


    <em>I remember checking the information we had on Long Chen and Mo Xiang before I entered the ruins. It seems that that woman is their stepsister, Yin Mengyao of the Silver family. </em>Yan Danqings hatred towards Long Chen started to boil when he saw Yin Mengyao alone.


    <em>Grandfather gave me the Mother & Son me Crystal, but I didnt use it in the ruins. I can use it now! Long Chen, dont me me for being ruthless!</em>


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    Once the people from the Beast Soul Pce left, the group from the Dawn Trading Alliance knew it was rude to overstay their wee, so they left.


    Seeing that the show was over, the people on the walls slowly left as well, but their hearts were still racing. All of them were discussing Long Chens incredible feats. The result of the fight spread like wildfire, and the merchants leaving the city started spreading it to other ces too.


    Long Chen stood in front of the Ninth Prince with Mo Xiang.


    The Ninth Princes status, strength, and intelligence were very high, and Long Chen knew he could not fight him yet. While Long Chen was humble, he was not afraid nor defeated.


    <em>Since he chose to make me an Immortal Guard, he mustve recognized my potential. But the Imperial Pce is a ce where people constantly plot against each other. Those who grew up there are very vicious and their way of thinking is veryplicated. Thankfully, the Ninth Prince is not hostile to me.</em>


    Long Chen, where did you learn the Nine Fire Spinning Shields? The Ninth Prince was direct and wasted no time.


    Long Chen hesitated before answering, I learned it from an inscription on the tombs wall in the ancient ruins. It was just beyond the sea of fire.


    He had already thought of the excuse before he even decided to use the Nine Fire Spinning Shields during battle. Would the Ninth Prince forcefully check his Universe Pouch to verify it?


    Is that so  The Ninth Prince chuckled as if he believed Long Chen. He looked at Long Chen and stated matter-of-factly, You have various good martial techniques, and your talent in learning them is excellent too. Your weapon is good and you have an Earth-tier demonic beast as your pet. Too bad your cultivation level is a bit too low. If you were at the Heavenly River Realm, you would be a good candidate.


    Long Chen silently noted down that this was the Ninth Prince''s impression of him.


    Let me give it to you straight. Theres a reason why Im letting you be an Immortal Guard. Im recognizing your potential here. The Immortal Guards belong to the entire royal family, so basically my father. But dont you think its a good idea to have some of my men in the Immortal Guard to feed me information? The Ninth Prince chuckled.<blockquote>


    Doge & Chacha''s Thoughts


    Why are they always taking hostages


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