Legendary Clan Chief
Chapter 1630 - 1571: Assembling the Warlords, The Conquest Resumes!

Chapter 1630: Chapter 1571: Assembling the Warlords, The Conquest Resumes!

[Only one Chapter at noon. A new plotline is underway, not yet fully unraveled!]

Inside the Azure Blood Palace.

With Xiao Chen leading the way, Bai Zhan and Gu Yang naturally wouldn’t remain trapped outside the Heavenly Palace. This was the Human Emperor’s Heavenly Palace in the Central Domain—an area even emperors dared not breach casually, let alone these two.

What followed, however, brought great joy to Xiao Chen. Gu Yang, who had arrived alongside Bai Zhan, came to pledge allegiance. This marked the first time since the beginning of his cultivation journey that someone had taken the initiative to join him!

Gu Yang, like Bai Zhan, had emerged from the Hundred Clans Battlefield. Learning about the situation on that battlefield from the East Emperor filled Xiao Chen’s heart with a heavy weight. For anyone to escape that slaughterhouse of the Hundred Clans, Gu Yang’s combat prowess needed no further explanation.

From the intense battle that erupted when Xiao Chen sought to recruit Bai Zhan, it was clear that Gu Yang and Bai Zhan were both warriors of the same caliber—true strong ones forged through relentless bloodshed and combat, carving a bloody path through adversity.

In truth, Xiao Chen never expected his reputation to have already shaken the entire Great Wasteland. Defying the heavens to challenge emperors—such combat strength was comparable to that of an emperor, capable of shaking the very foundation of the world. If he were to call upon the forces now, the Desolate Wilds would undoubtedly erupt in turmoil.

To stand against the heavens and slay emperors was a pinnacle surpassing even the emperor’s dominion, a true apex within heaven and earth!

"Master, the conquests of the Saint Children have resumed. The Saint Child of the Eastern Wasteland, Zi Long, has been advancing from the eastern lands of the Central Domain, seemingly intent on annihilating the entire west."

"The Southern Radiant Prince of Light defeated the Zhu Rong Saint Child and is likewise heading west. After being heavily injured, Zhu Rong Saint Child vanished, possibly hiding in a very secretive location to recover."

"The Saint Child Nujiang King from the Central Domain disappeared entirely after his return to the mainland."

"As for the Saint Child Gonggong from the North Sea and another North Sea Saint Child, Mu Qingguo, the two battle fiercely, though the outcome remains unknown."

Xiao Chen listened silently to Bai Zhan’s report. Just as the East Emperor had stated, regarding the conquests of the Saint Children, Xiao Chen had already risen to a status beyond worldly measures. Though several Saint Children had already been stripped of their saintly titles, there were still over a dozen Saint Children across the Human Realm’s five regions who had yet to reveal themselves.

Even more startling was that the saintly title once held by the Western Frontier Golden-Winged Saint Child had been entirely stripped away and claimed by an unexpected rising star from among the human race. By defeating a Saint with their mortal body, this individual had not only taken the saintly title for themselves but now called themselves the Western Frontier Fallen Wind Saint Child, advancing similarly toward the Central Domain.

Yet there was still no news about the East Emperor’s Taihao Saint Child, Central Region’s Tu Shan Cheng, or Fuyu Cang. On the contrary, the ancient clan behind Fuyu Cang had begun activities within the Human Dao Royal Domain, seemingly preparing in advance for Fuyu Cang’s holy war.

With matters understood, Bai Zhan and Gu Yang withdrew for rest, while Xiao Chen sat alone in the main hall, still frowning. In fact, even during his seclusion, he had been pondering the words spoken by the Eastern Prince at the Guan Tian Pavilion:

"To ascend as the Human Emperor, one must bear its weight!"

The weight of that statement could not be overstated, especially given the revelations about the Heavenly Clan. Humanity’s generations of rebellion and conquest had all been driven by the desire to shatter the chains imposed by the Heavenly Clan. A Human Emperor shoulders the burdens of heaven and earth. Internally, they must bring harmony to the tribes, and externally, they must hold up the sky.

"Husband, what troubles you?"

At that moment, a soft voice drifted in from outside the hall. Mu Qing approached gracefully. Within this small sanctuary of the Azure Blood Palace, where aura cascaded like waterfalls, tranquil and serene, Mu Qing herself radiated a majestic calm. Each step she took exuded a delicate fragrance.

Naturally, Xiao Chen did not disclose the affairs of the Heavenly Clan to Mu Qing. Instead, he shared a simpler version of his concerns, only to elicit a gentle laugh from her.

"Qing Er, why do you laugh?" Her soft laughter bewildered Xiao Chen.

"Husband, humanity spans countless billions, waging generations of war across the Great Wasteland simply to survive and persist. Why burden yourself with so many concerns? Is it not merely the instinct to live, to crush the Hundred Clans so that we no longer serve as their blood food?"

"The Human Emperor is the spiritual pillar of all our people. Naturally, they must assert their mighty presence across the lands and over the Myriad Realms of the Heavens, instilling reverence in the hearts of all humankind and reassuring them that their emperor will lead them into a brighter, more glorious future."

"Husband, am I wrong?" Seeing Xiao Chen’s steady gaze upon her, Mu Qing seemed slightly taken aback.

"You’re not wrong, not at all!" The next moment, Xiao Chen extended his hand, pulling her into his arms with her soft cry of surprise.

"In fact, you’re absolutely right."

Xiao Chen laughed heartily. Enveloped in his embrace, Mu Qing gave him a playful jab of exasperation but ultimately stayed nestled against his chest.

The hundreds of trillions within the Vast Wilderness Human Clan—ordinary people just wished for a stable existence, free from the perpetual menace of the Hundred Clans.

What is a Human Emperor, if not the embodiment of humanity’s collective will and the bearer of all their hopes?

One day later, as the sun rose, Xiao Chen stepped out of the Human Emperor’s Heavenly Palace and descended upon the ancient Dragon Clan. By the time the sun dipped toward the western horizon, he returned to the Azure Blood Palace, though he was not alone. Behind him followed a youth with rugged features and a form as imposing as a celestial dragon. His name was Long Xin.

Five days later, a great battleship tore through the Void Channel and entered the Human Dao Royal Domain from the east. From the ship leaped a towering and fierce man, ten meters tall, whose shoulders bore a colossal axe. With his appearance, an overwhelming aura of ferocity surged forth.

The man’s presence drove the surrounding humans to flee in droves, but the behemoth paid them no heed, roaring with laughter as he strode toward the Human Emperor’s Heavenly Palace. Each step he took reverberated like a thunderclap.

"Han Shan, if you remain so reckless, I’ll send you back to guard Wen Wang Mountain!" A light voice suddenly sounded from the battleship. Immediately, the once-ferocious giant subdued his aura.

Following closely behind Han Shan were three other figures. The light voice originated from one of them—Tiantai Xuan.

Aside from Tiantai Xuan, shrouded in divine radiance, another figure was someone Xiao Chen recognized: the Imperial Mentor Tomb King he had met earlier. The last figure was a diminutive individual, smaller even than ordinary warriors.

Together, the four made their way toward the Human Emperor’s Heavenly Palace.

During these days, Xiao Chen refrained from entering seclusion and instead spent time with his wife and children in the Azure Blood Palace. His two daughters, having been abducted previously, learned a valuable lesson from the ordeal. Though they ventured out of the Heavenly Palace, they never strayed far.

Wherever they roamed, they remained within Xiao Chen’s awareness. He chose not to intervene in their exploring. Fortunately, the Human Dao Royal Domain was the most prosperous territory of humanity, where few dared behave rashly.

Tiantai Xuan’s return to the Azure Blood Palace quickly drew the attention of numerous aristocratic families and ancient clans in the Human Dao Royal Domain. As the direct disciple of the current Imperial Mentor, Tiantai Xuan held unparalleled status. That the Imperial Mentor had even arranged for her rebirth underscored her immense importance within Wen Wang Palace.

To the ancient clans, her actions were no secret. All understood that Tiantai Xuan had evidently made her choice.

"Greetings to the Forbidden Sacred Child."

Within the Azure Blood Palace, a chorus of voices echoed. Seated in the Great Hall were over ten figures, the ones speaking among them being Tiantai Xuan’s companions—excluding the straightforward Han Shan, who was busy in the palace’s inner sanctum, feasting on a strange beast he had caught.

Even his prized axe had been left casually aside.

"There’s no need for formalities, both of you,"

Xiao Chen said, addressing the two seated before him.

"Brother Tomb King, it’s been a while."

Hearing this, the Tomb King’s expression faltered momentarily before he collected himself. Although he’d spent some time with Xiao Chen previously, neither had expressed mutual intentions of allegiance nor pursued further ties. Instead, they had shared an unspoken connection.

What the Tomb King hadn’t anticipated was Xiao Chen’s meteoric rise—a relentless ascent through battle, cutting down alien enemies like the Dragon Emperor and returning triumphant to stir the Desolate Wilds. His immense renown now surged like a blazing celestial sun, eclipsing entire generations, rendering the other Saint Children insignificant by comparison.

For Xiao Chen, however, there was no change. Life’s twists and turns were unpredictable. The Imperial Mentor, as the Human Emperor’s steadfast companion through countless trials, would not make hasty decisions. But now, Xiao Chen’s overwhelming dominion left no room for doubt; even an Imperial Mentor would kneel before such authority.

The Tomb King’s presence, accompanied by that of another Wen Wang Palace protector, Tuo Tun—whose strength rivaled Han Shan’s—likewise confirmed their intent. Though Han Shan’s reputation overshadowed Tuo Tun’s, his strength was indisputable.

At this revelation, Xiao Chen glanced meaningfully at Tiantai Xuan. Was this Wen Wang Palace’s form of generous support—a gift of protectors and an Imperial Mentor included?

Apparently noticing Xiao Chen’s gaze, Tiantai Xuan’s eyes, hidden within the divine glow, flickered with a trace of irritated blush.

Within the Great Hall, subtle yet complex auras weaved and collided, while sharp eyes focused on Xiao Chen. Due to his yet-unhealed injuries, his surging presence occasionally flickered.

To all present, Xiao Chen seated before them was akin to a blazing sun of Supreme Yang, emitting searing flames capable of reducing heaven and earth into void.

Bai Zhan, Gu Yang, Han Shan, Tuo Tun, Long Xin, and two Imperial Mentors—a dazzling assembly of forces stirred the very essence of the Azure Blood Palace.

Three days later.

A great battleship appeared above a vast city near the eastern edges of the Human Dao Royal Domain. Towering Ancient Mountains loomed amidst a vast expanse, exuding an overwhelming grandeur. In the void, figures hovered silently, their presence alone rippling through heaven and earth.

On the opposite side of the great battleship, Xiao Chen hovered mid-air. Half a step behind him stood Tiantai Xuan, her trailing silks fluttering like those of a celestial goddess.

"Go. Bring back the Scorpion God’s corpse for me!"

"Yes!"

Several figures leapt onto the ship. Instantly, the vessel roared to life, vibrating the surrounding void. It tore open a Void Channel, crackling with lightning and thunder, traversing tens of thousands of miles in mere moments.

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