Hearing Jiang Chenâs detailed plan put their minds at ease. Finally, the human domain had a strong leader who could rule with the big picture in mind!
Humans were prone to infighting.
Ages in which the human race were most prosperous were oftentimes when an expert with overwhelming power emerged to rule the domain.
It was human nature to fear and obey the strong. Without such leading figures, those who fancied themselves great cultivators would grow ambitious and plot for their own gains.
That was often the start of internal tension.
âI told you the news so that you may be at ease. Concentrate on cultivating and donât focus on the short term losses. Humans have survived many calamities, which is proof enough of our resilience. This may be a trying time, but it wonât last.â
Jiang Chenâs gaze was confident and determined, which did wonders in convincing everyone.
âThe young lord is right. The human race is known for our resilience and our ability to carry our bloodlines onwards. This little challenge isnât going to intimidate us!â
âWhat do we have to fear with the spirit veins coming back?â
Everyone had gained a newfound confidence. Previously, theyâd been worried about the human domain. Theyâd only borne hope due to their blind admiration for Jiang Chen.
Now, Jiang Chen had bequeathed to them not only inspiration, but actual good news!
All signs showed that the human domain stood a chance against the demonic army. They could survive another calamity!
There would be great casualties, but the human race had begun to rise, revealing its actual strength. The reappearance of the spirit veins added to their confidence. So too did the gods and divine spirit creatures Jiang Chen brought with him.
âAlright, everyone, keep the information to yourselves at the moment. There have been thieves and petty villains stirring up trouble these days. Theyâll get what they deserve!â Jiang Chenâs voice was grimly furious.
Heâd only been in closed door cultivation for a year, yet there had been so many attacks. He took that as a personal offense.
Heâd thought the human domain was under his control, that everyone had come together under his banner, but it seemed that threats still lurked about!n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
It was time for some housekeeping, with which they could prepare to activate the great formation.
Once everyone left, Jiang Chen asked Ji San to stay to ask after Emperor Coiling Dragon. It was clear from Ji Sanâs tragic expression that things werenât looking good for the man.
Coiling Dragon had long ascended to empyrean realm. Ji San had then caught up with his patriarch and seemed vaguely poised to overtake Coiling Dragon, thanks to his potential and true dragon bloodline.
Ji San never intended to usurp Coiling Dragon, though. He didnât want to shoulder the mantle of the clan so soon, but the patriarchâs injury changed things.
âCome, let us check on Emperor Coiling Dragon.â Jiang Chen liked the man. Back when he was merely an unknown pill king, Coiling Dragon had taken him under his wing and supported him. Even after Jiang Chen became the young lord of Sacred Peafowl Mountain, Coiling Dragon continued to be his most loyal supporter.
He was Jiang Chenâs most reliable subordinate.
Emperor Coiling Dragonâs injury was very serious, so much so that it caught Jiang Chen off guard. He took a long time inspecting the injury. Then, he entered the manâs mind with his consciousness.
Jiang Chenâs grave expression worried Ji San. He rarely saw such solemnity on the young lordâs face. Emperor Coiling Dragonâs injury must be difficult to deal with.
After a long while, Jiang Chen opened his eyes and gave the unconsciousness man a conflicted look. He sighed. âThe injury isnât a simple one. I canât quite figure out what to do, either. It seems that I still have much to learn.â
Ji Sanâs heart sank. Even the unconscious clan leader trembled, seemingly despairing at hearing Jiang Chenâs words.
The senior executives of the Coiling Dragon Clan looked mournful as well. If even the young lord, who had created many miracles, was at a loss, was their clan leader really beyond hope?
They silently padded out of Coiling Dragonâs room.
âPerhaps this is a tribulation the senior must face, young lord,â Ji San said seriously. âYou shouldnât feel guilty about it.â
There would always be things people couldnât resolve.
Although Jiang Chen was known for creating miracles, he couldnât always do so. No one would blame him for that.
Theyâd sought out many pill masters whoâd also failed to come up with a solution. It was evident that Coiling Dragonâs injury was simply too serious.
Killing intent flashed through Jiang Chenâs eyes. âDonât worry. I wonât let this slide. Iâll locate the perpetrator and avenge Emperor Coiling Dragon. Veluriyam Capital isnât what it was before. Anyone who dares make a move against us must prepare to die!â
âThank you, young lord.â All the senior executives cupped their hands in gratitude.
Jiang Chen waved a hand in the air. âThis is on me as well. If I hadnât gone into closed door cultivation, perhaps things wouldnât have been as bad. Emperor Coiling Dragon is a good friend. My heart is uneasy with his injury.â
âYou have the world on your shoulders as the leader of the human domain, young lord,â a senior executive spoke up. âItâs important for you to improve yourself through closed door cultivation. You shouldnât feel guilty.â
âThatâs right. Youâre the last person who should be blamed, young lord.â
The senior executives were understanding, which only deepened the grief on Jiang Chenâs face. He stayed in Coiling Dragon territory for a long time before departing.
Before he left, he turned to Ji San. âI acquired an item in Myriad Abyss that Iâd like to give you, Brother Ji. I forgot to bring it with me in my hurry. You should come with me to fetch it.â
âThank you for the rich favor, young lord,â blurted out Ji San.
Ji San gave some orders before accompanying Jiang Chen back to Sacred Peafowl Mountain.
Once they arrived, Jiang Chen brought Ji San to a secret room.
Heâd gained countless items in the battles he fought in Myriad Abyss. He presented them to Ji San. âThere are many empyrean weapons for you to pick from. Once you enter advanced empyrean, Iâll give you a demigod weapon.â
Ji Sanâs eyes lit up in delight.