Chapter 1359: Chapter 669: Shu Central Alliance Hierarch!
âWhen your true identity is revealed, who knows how many will be utterly astounded,â Jiang He softly said as he looked at the Supreme Heaven List he held.
In the southern regions, the identity of the âQilin Demon True Monarchâ from the Taoist Divine Palace has gained quite a reputation through several battles, and is recognized as a genuine Yang God True Monarch.
But only their own people know that Chen Yuanâs current cultivation is merely at the Refining God Realm, and he hasnât even passed the Wind Tribulation to reach the Refining God Peak.
The Divine Power Realm has also not been fully accomplished, still lacking a thread.
His ability to earn the title of True Monarch is entirely due to his victories over stronger opponents, surpassing his realm in battle. Jiang He sometimes even wonders what kind of power Chen Yuan will have once he enters the Refining God Realm and achieves the Great Accomplishment of Divine Power.
An unparalleled True Monarch is inevitable, and his rank will most likely chase right after those front runners on the Supreme List, truly terrifying!
âIâd also love to see that scene.â
Chen Yuan smiled faintly, his expression calm.
âHeheâŠ.â
Just as Jiang He was about to say something, Chen Yuan suddenly furrowed his brows and took out a Sound Transmission Talisman from his sleeve. Its light shone, and a familiar voice emerged from the talisman.
The familiar voice was a transmission from Shangguan Hongâs father, Shangguan Tiehong, informing Chen Yuan that the Shu Central Alliance has now largely established its framework, mainly due to the battle at Shushan.
Many forces in Shu Central and elsewhere, seeking only self-preservation and not seizing opportunities to rise, are quick to respond. The only turbulence comes from the ambitions of a few forces vying to become the Alliance Hierarch and thus gain the greatest influence.
Shangguan Tiehong, adhering to a low-profile principle, only subtly pushes matters, still concealing his fangs, waiting to reap the fruits of victory in the end, because he knows that no matter how fiercely these people fight,
the Shangguan Clan will eventually emerge as the ultimate winner.
The various forces are locked in relentless struggle, each refusing to yield to another, leading to Shangguan Tiehong suggesting a Shu Central Conference to decide the Alliance Hierarch.
As the Shangguan Clan has not expressed any intent to take the position of Alliance Hierarch, and given their considerable reputation, it was decided to hold the conference on Shangguan Clanâs territory after discussion.
TheyâŠ. are about to harvest the rewards.
With a flicker of Divine Thought, the Sound Transmission Talisman turned to ashes in the void. Chen Yuanâs eyes gleamed with a smile, and a slight curve formed at the corner of his mouth. Since the battle at Shushan, he had not left.
Itâs not that he wasnât keen on seizing opportunities, quite the opposite; he longed to acquire treasures to further boost his strength.
But the previous battle had left him with considerable injuries, necessitating a reconnaissance of the Soul-breaking Valley, and he was also waiting for news from Shangguan Tiehong.
First, consolidate control over Shu Central, then seize opportunities. It doesnât delay much time either way; that is his plan. After all, if he indeed breaks through, who knows how much time might be spent?
To avoid complications, it is better to handle the matters in Shu Central first.
The entire Shuzhou, Shuxi is already fully under control, and Shudong has been incorporated into his territory. Although it remains under Shushanâs management, it is within his sphere of influence.
As for complete controlâŠ. that would be quite inappropriate.
Even the government hasnât fully taken over the various prefectures of Shudong. If he acts, what would Shushan think?
They are willing to support Chen Yuan, but that doesnât mean they would forsake their own interests. As long as Shushan manages Shudong well and delivers resources and troops to him, he wonât interfere in Shudong.
Premature chaos is not a good omen.
If he acts against Shushanâs territory directly, how will he attract other forces to follow him in the future?
Redistributing wealth from landowners is a good policy, but Shushan isnât just any powerful group; itâs an Immortal Sect with a thousand-year legacy, strong in reputation and power, currently not to be touched.
In fact, he even needs to win them over.
When he truly establishes his reign, if Shushan is wise, they will naturally offer up those territories, sparing both sides from enmity.
If they arenât wiseâŠ..
Hehe, Chen Yuan believes Shushan will indeed be wise.
Compared to an Immortal Sect, what could be better than a National Religion?
âHow are your injuries?â
Chen Yuan looked at Jiang He and asked.
âIâm mostly fine now, but I gained some insights from the recent battle, so I wonât be returning to Qingzhou for the time being.â Jiang He shook his head. Returning now wouldnât serve much purpose.
Chen Yuan hasnât yet thought about fully annexing Qingzhou, and Jiang Heâs influence there is minimal, so it doesnât matter much whether he remains the Golden Envoy of Qingzhou.
Given the undercurrents lurking in the world now, chaos across the land is only a matter of time, possibly arriving as soon as tomorrow. All thatâs needed is to bring some trusted aides to Shuzhou.
As for Qingzhou, let the Jianghu and the government carry on their battles.
Chen Yuan has already taken control of Nanling, Tangshan and other three prefectures, ready to annex them at any time, but thereâs no rush. Assimilating Shuzhou and the South State first will do!
âThatâs good then.â
Chen Yuan nodded and continued:
âThen stay at Shushan and recuperate for a while. I see that the Ling Xu Monarch places considerable importance on you; you might even become the next Sect Leader of Shushan.â
âNot my desire.â
Jiang He shook his head.
âBy the way, perhaps send a letter to your sister-in-law soon. Chaos across the land is nearâŠ.â Chen Yuan didnât finish his sentence, but his meaning was clear.
Li Kuangxiu is undoubtedly a staunch supporter of the Sima Family and will certainly remain loyal to his country, while Chen Yuan and Jiang He aim to overthrow the government; a day will inevitably come when they must engage in a life-and-death battle.