The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms
Chapter 1288 - Chapter 1288 Chapter 1285 Who is the Burden _1

Chapter 1288: Chapter 1285: Who is the Burden? _1 Chapter 1288: Chapter 1285: Who is the Burden? _1 Upon hearing Hua Wanru’s praise, many people gasped in astonishment.

“Hua Wanru is actually complimenting someone’s exceptional appearance, which is quite unusual.”

“When the Empress typically compliments others, she usually praises their talent and strength, never their looks. Could it be that Sect Leader Hua has taken a liking to this Yang Chen?”

“Shush, don’t be absurd, the Empress wouldn’t tolerate any disrespect, and Sect Leader Hua is a celestial being!”

Yuan Cheng, witnessing this scene, felt unendurable embarrassment. Though he was outstanding and received numerous accolades, he found it hard to receive much praise from the Great Emperor.

Why, why did Yang Chen continue receiving the Great Emperor’s compliments again and again!

If it were only the Great Emperor of the Northern Territory Sect, it wouldn’t have been so bad. However, now even Ling Nvzong’s Hua Wanru was heaping praise on Yang Chen, making it difficult for people to sit still.

The murmuring increased, and even He Tan became confused by Hua Wanru’s praise. Still, he felt pleased and slowly said, “Thank you, Sect Leader Hua, for your kind words. Yang Chen, you haven’t thanked Sect Leader Hua for her praise yet!”

Yang Chen calmly responded, “Yang Chen is grateful to Sect Leader Hua!”

“It’s nothing!” Hua Wanru replied before closing her eyes and saying no more.

He Tan noticed that there wasn’t much politeness in Yang Chen’s expression of gratitude towards Hua Wanru, wondering why since Yang Chen was usually very attentive to politeness. What was going on today?

But he didn’t dwell on it.

Yang Chen didn’t truly believe that Hua Wanru had no malice toward him. In the past, Hua Wanru was known for her deception. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have been tricked by her.

This woman only made room for herself in her heart and others. This alone was his evaluation of Hua Wanru. It would be more appropriate to say that she was provoking him rather than praising him.

“Although I showed no signs of it, Hua Wanru’s Supreme Scripture could deduce some details about my previous life and me. Thus, she can determine that I am the Yang Chen she knows.” Yang Chen murmured to himself. “I have to be careful from now on.”

Just like that, though Yang Chen and Hua Wanru didn’t say anything more, their words caused much discussion.

The Great Emperors of the Four Sects began discussing the situation. The elite forces from all sides camped here, each observing the other’s strength, with no intention of entering Pingyang Mountain Range immediately.

They did so in consideration of fairness, as the Central Region did not belong to any of the Four Sects exclusively.

Yang Chen carefully observed the strength of the other sects. There was little difference between the Northern Territory Sect and the Ocean Division Sect, while the Zhen Mountain Sect was slightly weaker. In comparison, the Ling Nvzong was more potent than the other three.

Whether in terms of quantity or other aspects, it seemed Ling Nvzong possessed the advantage.

Yang Chen sometimes couldn’t help but admire Hua Wanru for her rise to power. Compared to the long-established history of the other three sects, Hua Wanru’s rise was incomparable. Yet now, with the Ling Nvzong becoming the dominant force among the Four Sects, it seemed that they were inching towards resisting the Royal Family. This was a testament to Hua Wanru’s abilities.

Unfortunately, Yang Chen and Hua Wanru were destined to be enemies.

“Yang Chen, I see you’re very concerned about the various forces here. Humph, now do you understand the strength of our enemies? After we enter, even someone like you could drag us down, do you understand?” A mocking voice suddenly rang out.

The one speaking was Yuan Cheng.

Yuan Cheng was unhappy when he heard Hua Wanru’s compliments earlier, and now he had found an opportunity to directly yell at Yang Chen, “A Heavenly Martial Realm Fourth Level in such an environment will be a burden. We have to face the enemy in battle while also looking after you. What a headache!” Yuan Cheng shook his head.

Wang Tong said coldly, “Yuan Cheng, whether or not our Junior Peak Master is a burden isn’t up to you. Even if he is a burden, we’ll protect him. What’s it to you?”

“Heh, so you admit your Junior Peak Master is a burden?” Yuan Cheng laughed loudly.

Wang Tong’s face tightened, and he was about to get angry when Yang Chen waved his hand and said, “Elder Wang Tong, there’s no need to lose your temper.”

“What, Yang Chen, do you actually think I’m being unreasonable?” Yuan Cheng looked at Yang Chen with narrowed eyes, wondering what he could say.

Yang Chen slowly replied, “Yuan Cheng, it’s still unclear who the burden is since we haven’t entered the Pingyang Mountain Range yet. I just hope that when we do enter, you can really live up to the name of being an elite.”

“What, you still think you’re not a burden?” Yuan Cheng was furious, unable to understand where Yang Chen got the confidence to say such words. A mere Heavenly Martial Realm Fourth Level, dared to claim he wasn’t a burden?

Yang Chen calmly said, “Yuan Cheng, the Heavenly Martial Realm Fourth Level strength I possess wouldn’t be considered a blemish anywhere. Only you keep harping on about it. I believe this should be a matter of fact.”

“You!” Yuan Cheng was rendered speechless for a moment.

That’s true, being so young and already at the Heavenly Martial Realm Fourth Level, Yang Chen had every reason to be proud.

Yang Chen, now having the upper hand, said coldly, “Furthermore, I’ve never been called a burden since joining the Northern Territory Sect and participated in major events. If it’s based on our current strength, I’m looking forward to Brother Yuan Cheng’s performance in the Pingyang Mountain Range.”

“It seems your past accomplishments have made you complacent. Fine, Yang Chen, I’m looking forward to your performance in the Pingyang Mountain Range too.” Yuan Cheng sneered, and with a wave of his hand, he returned to the Yunhu Peak camp.

Seeing this, Wang Tong gritted his teeth and said, “Yuan Cheng is truly disgusting!”

Yang Chen replied, “Ignore him, he can’t do anything to us.”

Wang Tong was also worried inside; though Yuan Cheng spoke crudely, he had a point–Yang Chen may indeed be a burden in the Pingyang Mountain Range.

But what of it? Yang Chen was still favored.

Regardless, he had to protect Yang Chen.

As he was lost in thought, suddenly, a loud explosion rang out in the sky, followed by an astonishing aura that swept down. Everyone looked up and saw that it was an incredible fire that had turned into clouds, falling from the sky.

Immediately after, people could see the team wrapped inside the fire clouds.

“Fire Essence Beasts!”

“It’s the Fire Spirit Beast Group!”

Yang Chen could see clearly now, and upon spotting the Fire Spirit Beast Group, his eyes narrowed, and his expression became even more serious.

If encountering Hua Wanru still allowed him to remain calm, the appearance of the Fire Essence Beast Clan made it difficult for him to keep his composure.

His older sister was still in the hands of the Fire Essence Beasts.