Jiang Chenâs name had reached even the most marginalized factions, let alone a decently powerful one like Rejuvenation Isles. They werenât clueless about the politics of the Ten Divine Nations.
Quite the contrary, they paid a lot of attention as theyâd always wanted to become a second rate faction. Thus, they knew the recent developments in the Eternal Sacred Land well.
In truth, the rebellion in Eternal was no secret to people from all parts of Myriad Abyss Island. Itâd sparked countless discussions. Tales about the sacred land had also spread like wildfire.
After all, the way the Eternal Sacred Land had turned things around was dramatic and thrilling.
As the star of the story, Jiang Chen had become a household name. It was no wonder that Imperial Prince Huo would be overwhelmed when he heard the young genius was the island lord.
Chief Warden Dingâs face turned green. He silently sighed in relief that heâd wisely refrain from speaking up. If heâd clashed with the man and broke into the island in the heat of the moment, there would now be nothing left of him to bury.n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
Meanwhile, Imperial Prince Huoâs face was ashen. He struggled to find the words to make up for his previous remarks.
After a long pause, he took a deep breath and raised a cupped fist salute. âDo you mean the reknowned young master Jiang Chen from the Eternal Sacred Land?â
âWhat do you think? Is there anyone else whoâd dare use his name?â Lu Che snorted gleefully. It was cathartic to see the imperial princeâs cautious reaction.
Imperial Prince Huo shuddered. He and his fellow cultivators had marched into Winterdraw Island fiercely and gotten in formation to reclaim the land. However, all will drained out of his body the moment he heard the name Jiang Chen. Them attacking the island? Theyâd sooner be squashed like a mantis trying to stop a carriage!
Jiang Chen had destroyed Eternalâs House Xiahou, which Rejuvenation couldnât even get close enough to please. And yet, the mighty family had easily fallen apart at Jiang Chenâs hands. It was impossible for Rejuvenation to reach that level.
Therefore, even someone as proud as Imperial Prince Huo didnât dare provoke Jiang Chen. He knew Winterdraw could no longer have anything to do with Rejuvenation.
He cupped his hands. âIâve always admired Sir Jiang Chen. I would gladly let him take over Winterdraw Island. My friend, may I request for a face-to-face meeting with your master? Itâd be an honor for me and my lowly subordinates to witness the grace and charm of the young genius from Eternal.â
It was a forgone conclusion that Winterdraw was completely out of their hands, but the imperial prince still wanted confirmation. If the island lord was indeed Jiang Chen, who Rejuvenation couldnât afford to offend, it wouldnât be that humiliating for the imperial prince to forfeit.
Lu Che threw Jiang Chen a conflicted glance. Jiang Chen shook his head coolly. Winterdraw Island and Rejuvenation Isles had left him with too many bad memories. He wasnât interested in satisfying the imperial princeâs request.
âImperial Prince Huo, my master isnât in the mood to take visitors,â Lu Che said faintly. âYou should keep this knowledge to yourself.â
The imperial prince hesitated. If Jiang Chen didnât make an appearance, Rejuvenation would be mocked for being scared away by the mere mention of his name. Should he, or should he not leave?
What if the man was playing a trick? What if heâd made up Jiang Chen and everything else?
Imperial Prince Huo would then become a laughingstock for fleeing from an imposter. His reputation would never recover.
Jiang Chen didnât care what the imperial prince wanted. He waved a dismissive hand. âYou deal with it. Iâm not interested in anyone from Rejuvenation.â
Yan Wanjun sighed softly. âLet me take care of it.â
Lu Che relaxed when the venerated elder volunteered. The old man could very well represent Jiang Chen. Everyone knew Yan Wanjun was close with Jiang Chen, since the elderâs granddaughter was Jiang Chenâs dao partner.
âImperial Prince Huo, my master isnât interested in meeting you, but a widely respected senior can exchange a few words with you. This senior used to be a prominent figure in Eternal Divine Nation. Heâs the former venerated elder of House Yan, Yan Wanjun!â
Yan Wanjun was highly regarded in the jianghu. His past glory wasnât news to even those from Rejuvenation.
After all, there were less than a hundred first tier factions in the Ten Divine Nations, and House Yan was one of them. Yan Wanjun had been the houseâs venerated elder for a long time. Not even the patriarch surpassed him in age or experience.
Yan Wanjunâs descendents were also a hot topic of Myriad Abyss. Imperial Prince Huo knew a thing or two about him.
Yan Wanjunhad a powerful presence cultivated from his time as the venerated elder of a first tier faction. He hovered in the air and boomed, âAll of the formations and restrictions on the island had been destroyed. Sir Jiang Chen put in a great deal of effort to restore them and make them even better. The island has now been branded as his. The division of territories in Myriad Abyss is always changing. Winterdraw used to be yours, but is now Jiang Chenâs. This is something no one can change!â
Those from Rejuvenation had given up as soon as Yan Wanjun showed up. Theyâd wondered if they were tricked by an imposter, but speculation had been proven wrong. Imperial Prince Huo knew about Yan Wanjun and Jiang Chenâs relationship. He no longer doubted the island lordâs identity.
âElder Wanjun, my apologies for any offense I may have caused,â he immediately became the epitome of courtesy.
Yan Wanjun smiled. âThereâs no need for pleasantries. Sir Jiang Chen doesnât care for that. This island is his now. Return to your isles and donât ever bother him again. Sir Jiang Chen has mercifully forgiven you for your reckless behavior, but if you do anything foolish again, youâll end up like the rebels in Eternal and Martial Divine Nations.â
That was more effective than any threat.