Chapter 2238: Chapter 2242: He Is the Number One
Princess Chang was also taken aback by Jiang Chen’s words. When the corner of her eye caught the expressions of Hu Yiqiu and his companions, a thought suddenly came to her mind.
This kid is trying to secure some Spirit Grass for those old drunkards? How filial!
With a glint of admiration in her eyes, Princess Chang nodded, "Alright, as you wish!"
Whoosh!
At that moment, a figure appeared beside Princess Chang. Elder Tan presented a Space Ring to the princess with both hands, "Your Highness, the Cheng Family has been eradicated!"
The crowd in the square shuddered collectively. One of the six top powers in the Mingqian Realm, the Cheng Family, had been wiped out in such a short time. And the cause? Targeting a Nascent Soul mid-stage cultivator, leaving many sighing with emotion!
Receiving the Space Ring from Elder Tan, Princess Chang glanced at Hu Yiqiu and his companions, then casually tossed it to Jiang Chen, "Consider this your reward!"
In an instant, every eye in the square turned to Jiang Chen, filled with fervent interest.
This was the entire fortune of one of the top six forces. If one could seize it...
Greed flickered in some people’s eyes.
The Hei Mo and other Black Wind Valley members all glared at Jiang Chen on the platform with chilling gazes. Were it not for the inappropriate occasion, they couldn’t suppress their urge to snatch it!
Zhang Yubo and a few others were also taken aback, glancing at Princess Chang, then at Hu Yiqiu, knowing full well this was likely Princess Chang giving face to Hu Yiqiu.
Hu Yiqiu’s expression shifted slightly, a complex look flitting through his eyes as he gazed at Princess Chang.
Jiang Chen was momentarily stunned, reaching out to catch the Space Ring, then glanced at Princess Chang without any pretense, extending his Divine Sense into the Space Ring.
Princess Chang was slightly puzzled, watching Jiang Chen with curiosity to see why he was so eager to check the contents of the ring.
The crowd in the square also turned their gaze towards Jiang Chen, making him the center of attention once more!
After quickly scanning the Space Ring, Jiang Chen’s expression brightened, and he immediately leapt to Jian Cangqiong and his group, cupping his fists towards Princess Chang in gratitude, "Thank you, Your Highness!"
"No need to thank me! This is what you deserve!"
Princess Chang gently waved her hand, her eyes fixed on Jiang Chen, curious to see how he would deal with the Space Ring.
After expressing his thanks, Jiang Chen promptly handed the Space Ring to Jian Cangqiong, chuckling, "Dean, now our Academy’s Archive Hall won’t just be an empty shell!"
Jian Cangqiong was momentarily stunned, then chuckled as he accepted the Space Ring.
For Jiang Chen, keeping the Space Ring would only trouble him, but Jian Cangqiong realized that Jiang Chen genuinely intended to contribute the ring. However, he resolved that upon returning to the Academy, all suitable cultivation resources for Jiang Chen would be preserved for him.
Princess Chang’s eyes flashed with appreciation. If Jiang Chen hadn’t checked the Space Ring, it would be another matter. But the fact that he had, yet could resist the temptation of its treasures and hand the ring over to the Academy, showed great character!
Such a disposition isn’t common!
You could tell just by the greedy looks of those around them eyeing the ring in Jian Cangqiong’s hand!
"Teacher, the materials Teacher Hu needs have been gathered into one set, and just five more plants are needed for a second set!"
Jiang Chen suddenly turned to Sang Zhenye, speaking in a low voice.
Sang Zhenye was taken aback, a hint of surprise surfacing in his eyes.
It wasn’t that Jiang Chen remembered this matter that surprised him, but rather why Jiang Chen would mention it here.
Even though Jiang Chen’s voice was very low, these were all Integration Path powerhouses. His voice, no matter how low, didn’t make much difference from a shout!
Princess Chang’s eyes made a slight movement, glancing at Zhang Qingyuan and calmly saying, "Since Domain Lord Zhang is imposing this punishment, your Wind Demon Sect should deal similarly. Bring all your sect’s cultivation techniques, combat skills, Spiritual Herbs, and Spiritual Fruits to the Domain Lord’s Mansion and let them choose! However, I warn you, dare to withhold any, and..."
"We wouldn’t dare, we wouldn’t dare!"
Zhang Qingyuan hurriedly waved his hands, responding in fear.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Chen’s lips curled into a faint smile.
Hu Yiqiu and his companions were momentarily taken aback, each eyeing Jiang Chen with a bemused look.
Such audacity, to even dare leverage Princess Chang!
As soon as Princess Chang spoke, she realized the situation, finding herself smiling wryly, unwittingly being utilized by this youngster.
However...
Looking at Hu Yiqiu, Princess Chang’s eyes softened.
Be it as it may!
"Alright then, let the Mingqian Banquet continue, Zhang Sect Master, quickly return and bring the items to avoid wasting everyone’s time."
Princess Chang resumed her seat, speaking indifferently.
"Yes!"
"Yes!"
Zhang Yubo and his companion rose, acknowledging her orders, with one signaling the continuation of the Mingqian Banquet, and the other darting out towards Mingyuan City at high speed.
The Mingqian Banquet continued, but no Nascent Soul mid-stage cultivator dared to challenge Jiang Chen. Eventually, Jiang Chen became the number one in the mid Divine Infant Realm.
After Jiang Chen’s one-against-six battle, the crowd found subsequent matches tedious, while the contestants could sense the strange atmosphere. Despite battling fiercely in the ring, the audience seemed uninterested.
Amid such a mood, even with enticing rewards, the participants of the Mingqian Banquet found it difficult to muster their efforts.
Originally, the Mingqian Banquet was an excellent opportunity for a breakout performance, but with Jiang Chen’s extraordinary record, no matter how outstanding others performed, the crowd would merely mention, "Oh, quite impressive, but only a win over one!"
This made many proud participants wish they could eat Jiang Chen alive. Since when did defeating one opponent become so trivial?
The Mingqian Banquet had always been about one-on-one combat, hadn’t it? If it weren’t for Jiang Chen causing such a stir, how could people have developed such peculiar thoughts?
Must one defeat six simultaneously to be considered exceptional?
As the participants contemplated this, they hesitated for a moment, then had to admit that taking on six was indeed exceptional, as these were six top-tier cultivators of the same realm, and no one believed that Cheng Yaohui and his companions held back.
The deadly moves at the time were witnessed by all.
Thus, even if the participants ended up winning first in their respective realms, they weren’t thrilled, since—aside from the rewards—the chance for a legendary battle was notably slim!
After today, when people discuss this Mingqian Banquet, they will only recall a young man named Jiang Chen, who, upon just entering the mid Divine Infant Realm, challenged six top-tier cultivators of the same tier.
And for others, perhaps only those of the same realm will know:
Jiang Chen is indeed the champion of this realm!
