Chapter 203 - 199: Demand for Someone!

"Sect Leader, Sect Leader!"

The gentleman was very excited, and even before entering the camp, he started shouting loudly.

"He’s back! Sect Leader, he’s back!"

The middle-aged man in blue, upon hearing the familiar voice, immediately shouted towards Zhu Yun.

"As long as he’s safe!"

Zhu Yun finally relaxed his tense heart.

Moments later,

The gentleman hurriedly came in with a smile on his face, excitedly saying, "Sect Leader, I brought that boy!"

That boy?

Zhu Yun was taken aback but quickly caught on and asked with a smile, "Is he the disciple you took in at Yunze County? So you went to see him? Let me see him!"

Worried for a whole day, it turns out he went to see that disciple of his.

But even so, there’s no need to be so secretive about it.

While he was wondering, Chen Xuan emerged from behind the gentleman.

"Young Chen Xuan, greets the Sect Leader!"

He slightly bent his body, showing great respect.

With his current status and strength, not to mention himself, even Zhou Yi didn’t have that qualification.

Of course, all this was for the gentleman’s sake.

Zhu Yun hesitated, slightly frowning. Although Chen Xuan was young, at the moment he slightly bent, Zhu Yun’s heart inexplicably trembled.

"Sect Leader, Sect Leader!"

The middle-aged man in blue saw Zhu Yun in a daze and promptly reminded him.

"Oh... alright, alright, you are now returning to the sect. Xiu Chen has frequently praised you in front of me, saying your talent is the strongest he’s ever seen. From now on, you’re a disciple of the Red Flame Sect!"

"Here, take this gift from me!"

Anyway, he seemed like fresh blood for the Red Flame Sect, and Zhu Yun was quite pleased.

He took out a bottle of elixir from his bosom, "This elixir is effective for both cultivation and healing. Consider it my first meeting gift to you as the Sect Leader."

Chen Xuan didn’t refuse and accepted it, saying, "Thank you, Sect Leader."

No matter the elixir’s quality, it was still the intention of an elder.

And the gentleman beside him was even happier. He thought Chen Xuan would disdain it, but it seems he underestimated this young man.

Indeed, he has grown quite a lot.

"Everyone, sit down. Why are we standing here? We’re family now." He then took the lead to sit down.

After Chen Xuan took a seat, he studied Zhu Yun.

He had to admit, from beginning to end, Zhu Yun gave him a very comfortable feeling, like a wanderer returning home.

A small sect has its own benefits, without the scheming of major sects.

"By the way, Chen Xuan, which camp are you in now?"

Zhu Yun asked tentatively. If it wasn’t too much trouble, he’d have him join the Human-shaped Camp, which would be more convenient.

"I’m in the Great Xia side!"

"What? You’re on the Great Xia side?" The middle-aged man in blue immediately turned pale upon hearing this.

"Brother Kong, don’t worry. Although he’s on the Great Xia side, he hasn’t participated in any battles, so there’s nothing to worry about!"

The gentleman hurriedly explained.

"That’s good, that’s good!" Brother Kong immediately relaxed, as the last thing they needed was sects slaughtering each other, which would be troublesome.

Although such things wouldn’t easily happen, you never know.

"You’re not involved in the Great Xia battles? I think you’re quite strong!"

Zhu Yun was quite surprised.

The Great Xia had gathered all the forces from five provinces, and Chen Xuan gave him the impression of at least a Fourth Grade.

He would be considered a master.

Such a person, Great Xia wouldn’t easily let him go, right?

"It’s a long story, Sect Leader," Chen Xuan slightly smiled and continued, "If you all don’t wish to be involved in the war between the two countries, you could come with me to the Great Xia side!"

With those words.

Everyone in the camp changed their expressions.

The gentleman even chided him, "Boy, don’t speak recklessly!"

Even though they knew he was First Grade and could seek the Regent King’s assistance, some words shouldn’t be spoken carelessly.

The idea of their sect going to Great Xia was absurd.

"Haha, don’t worry, sir. There are things I haven’t told you, nor do you all need to be so surprised." Chen Xuan slightly smiled, utterly unflustered.

"Then explain it properly." Zhu Yun asked in a deep voice.

This is very dangerous, even he was at risk of falling at any time, being Second Grade.

If what he said was true, for the sect’s legacy, going to Great Xia wasn’t impossible!

"Whether it’s Great Zhou or Great Xia, I have some influence, so you can rest assured. As long as you’re willing, I can assure you there won’t be any problems."

Even though he said so, Zhu Yun was still not at ease.

Staring intently at him, "It’s not that I don’t want to believe you, but this decision concerns the entire sect, so how do you intend to prove it?"

Prove it?

"I think you’ve heard about this incident: After the Great Zhou’s sacrifice ended that year, someone openly took the treasure ’Luo He’ from the Sanqing Sect’s Young Master Luo Tian, right in front of Zhou Yi!"

"That person..."

"Was me!"

Chen Xuan very proudly spoke these two words.

"Huff—"

Zhu Yun squinted his eyes, an overwhelming wave surging in his heart, and even though he heard it personally, he still found it hard to believe.

"Sect Leader, wasn’t it said that the Sanqing Sect’s Young Master Luo Tian had a mishap while practicing, leading to this?"

The middle-aged man in blue knew about the event, but it was different from what Chen Xuan said. However, seeing Zhu Yun’s shocked expression, he realized something was off.

"What is your current level of strength?"

"High-Layer of Purity!"

Chen Xuan didn’t mention his Seven Layers of Purity, fearing it would frighten him.

"High-Layer of Purity..." Zhu Yun murmured to himself, appearing somewhat lost.

Chen Xuan wasn’t in a hurry, as such matters were significant and needed time to process.

All he did was for the sake of the great master. From last night’s drinking, he realized the Red Flame Sect held a profound position in his heart.

But the two countries are about to go to war.

Even though the great master had reached Third Grade cultivation, to put it bluntly, he wouldn’t even be considered cannon fodder.

Yet he couldn’t bear to watch him die.

Taking him away alone might not be agreeable, so he thought it better to move the entire Red Flame Sect to Youlan Mansion.

"Then I’ll leave everything to you!"

Zhu Yun finally made up his mind.

"Good!"

Seeing his agreement, Chen Xuan also shouted aloud, resolving the matter.

"Just wait for my news. Oh!" he said, turning to the great master, "There’s also Primordial Thunder senior, right?"

"Um—"

The great master was taken aback, "You really can’t hide anything from you, you cunning brat."

"Okay, I’ll go see Zhou Yi first!"

Then he left the tent.

At this time, Zhu Yun was still a bit confused, looking up at the great master, "Is he truly the disciple you accepted?"

"Sect Leader, you saw it yourself! He truly is!"

The great master was on the verge of tears, having already agreed, how could he still ask such a question now?

"Still hard to believe, sigh!"

A deep sigh escaped.

"Not only you, Sect Leader, I’m still not processing it." Brother Kong also seemed dazed.

What did that kid just say, about discussing with Zhou Yi!

That’s the Regent King, he doesn’t even qualify to meet.

How could he speak so casually?

"You’ve taken a good disciple, I thank you on behalf of the sect, Xiu Chen!" Zhu Yun stood up, respectfully saluting him.

"No, no, Sect Leader, what are you doing, I can’t accept this."

The great master was immediately anxious.

A dignified Sect Leader saluting him, isn’t that overwhelming?

"Alright, that’s that, you’ve done great service for the Red Flame Sect, you can accept it, don’t be bashful."

Zhu Yun then sat down, glaring at him.

"Heh heh, that’s more like it!"

This was the sect leader he was familiar with.

...

The entire Red Flame Sect?

Zhou Yi’s expression wasn’t pleasant, the request was excessive.

At a time like this, a sect leaving, especially to Great Xia, even the small sect Red Flame Sect—how could there be no objections from others?

This would be a massive blow to Great Xia’s morale.

"Forgive my refusal..."

However, before he finished speaking, Zhou Zheng’s voice sounded in his ear.

At this time, Chen Xuan stood below, quietly waiting.

It was evident that Zhou Yi disagreed initially, but suddenly stopped, no doubt because Zhou Zheng arrived.

After a long while,

Zhou Yi spoke again, "Your Majesty agreed, but there are conditions!"

"Please speak!"

As long as it’s not too outrageous, it’s not impossible to agree. Harmony is precious; perhaps there will be cooperation in the future.

"First, our Great Zhou won’t let people go, so how to take them away is your problem!"

For him to actively let these people go, absolutely not, so Chen Xuan must handle this himself.

"Fine!"

It’s reasonable, and taking a few people isn’t too troublesome.

"Second, you must act for our Great Zhou once! Just once! No matter who it’s against?"

This time Chen Xuan was displeased, raising his eyebrows and rudely said, "Do you want me to deal with Xia Yi too? Is it your brain that’s a problem, or his?!"

Utter nonsense.

"Request wisely, don’t make outrageous demands. I have the ability to take people, I’m just saving you some face." So... "

His gaze turned to the rear airspace of the great hall.

"Don’t be excessive!"

"Six Layers of Purity, the maximum this strength! That’s the bottom line, if you agree, His Majesty will release them, if you disagree, His Majesty will bring them back to the Imperial City, and you can try fetching them!"

Zhou Zheng’s voice echoed through the hall, a strong imperial awe pressed towards Chen Xuan.

He trembled slightly, the awe immediately dissipating.

"So it’s settled!"

Six Layers of Purity was acceptable, not too excessive.

"By the way, if I take people away myself, make sure you don’t mess around with any fools, if a few really die, I’m responsible!"

Since he’s to take them himself, it needed clear communication.

"His Majesty knows, no need for you to worry."

"Then that’s it!" Chen Xuan shrugged indifferently, but then teased him.

"You’re only Six Layers of Purity, a bit weak, this strength doesn’t even require Xia Yi, just Xia Lingyu’s Dark Guard is enough! Good luck, it’s hard to restore the country, don’t keep up for just a year and then...!"