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Lin Chen's continuous performance stirred up jealousy from Qingluan Immortal Monarch.

But jealousy aside, Qingluan Immortal Monarch became even more convinced that controlling Lin Chen was a wise decision. Still, he once again postponed the idea of exposing this plan in his heart.

Lin Chen was like a treasure. As long as there was no immediate conflict of interest, it was better not to reveal anything.

After all, they were still in a remote corner of the universe far from the Immortal Realm. If Lin Chen were provoked and decided to part ways or employed some method even he wasn't aware of, wouldn't he suffer a huge loss?

"Now that we have the kryptonite, what do we do next?"

Lin Chen said with a laugh, "Keep looking. Since we're already here, isn't it better to get as much kryptonite as possible?"

Qingluan Immortal Monarch thought for a moment. "True. We don't know much about kryptonite. If it's really used against the Abyss Demons, who knows what changes it might bring later? If it's possible, it's always better to prepare more."

Lin Chen nodded. "Yes, that's exactly what I think. What if we only have this one, and after returning something goes wrong? Then we'd end up having to make another trip back."

"Since kryptonite is effective against the Abyss Demons, we should do our best to collect all the kryptonite produced by the explosion in this star domain."

Qingluan Immortal Monarch smiled slightly. "The question is, how much kryptonite is there total?"

Lin Chen speculated, "The old Clan Chief mentioned that the Starry Sky Demon Beast Clan sent more than one Starry Sky Demon Beast, but none of them returned. This suggests that all the demon beasts died here. Yet we've only found one demon beast so far."

"Although these Cosmic Ghosts are powerful enough to kill Starry Sky Demon Beasts, it's unlikely they left no trace of their corpses. I believe there must be other places where Cosmic Ghosts exist."

"Judging from the scenes I observed in the depths of the fissure, I think kryptonite and Cosmic Ghosts may share a symbiotic relationship. So our next goal remains finding the Cosmic Ghosts."

Qingluan Immortal Monarch felt Lin Chen had a valid point and nodded immediately. "Alright, let's keep looking."

After a brief rest, the two continued their search for kryptonite.

In the blink of an eye, half a year passed, and Lin Chen and Qingluan Immortal Monarch had searched the entire shattered star domain.

Just as Lin Chen had speculated, although the ghosts wandered everywhere, wherever there was a large concentration of ghosts, kryptonite was always present.

The kryptonite was surrounded by large groups of Cosmic Ghosts, making it impossible to obtain through force. However, Lin Chen used the Five Elements Escaping Technique to exploit the blind spots of the ghosts and easily acquired kryptonite.

In the subsequent searches, Lin Chen gradually discovered the corpses of three additional Starry Sky Demon Beasts, two of which had even died in the same area.

Without exception, each had left behind their final messages through Sound Recording Stones. Lin Chen gathered all these belongings, preparing to bring them back.

Their enormous bodies were beyond Lin Chen's ability to handle. Fortunately, burying them in the starry sky was the traditional burial method favored by the Starry Sky Demon Beast Clan, so there was no need for Lin Chen to meddle further.

Over six months of searching, they found a total of six pieces of kryptonite. However, Lin Chen secretly stashed one away.

Qingluan Immortal Monarch was unaware of this because they had only discovered five kryptonite locations, yet one of those locations contained two pieces.

The two pieces of kryptonite were of different sizes. The smaller one was only thumb-sized, but its profound brilliance was even more intense than the larger grapefruit-sized piece beside it.

If one does not act for oneself, Heaven and Earth will annihilate them!

Though Lin Chen was currently a Quasi-Saint and quite powerful, he was still exceptionally weak compared to those Lord-level Demons.

Wasn't the Seven-colored Immortal Monarch directly abducted by the Lord of Charm Erosion without even the ability to resist?

Lin Chen, now a Quasi-Saint, would inevitably be involved in battles with Demons. Who could guarantee he wouldn't encounter a similar situation in the future? This piece of hidden kryptonite would become his lifeline.

Having kryptonite didn't guarantee survival, but without it, death was certain.

Lin Chen had thought about hiding one or two more pieces, but Qingluan Immortal Monarch had been watching him too closely.

Although he couldn't approach kryptonite directly, Qingluan could sense its presence. If Lin Chen claimed there was no kryptonite after searching an area, would Qingluan believe him?

Upon returning, if this was mentioned before their master, wouldn't Lin Chen be finished?

Luckily, Heaven seemed to favor him. To find two pieces of kryptonite in the same spot spared Lin Chen any guilt as he stashed one inside the Linglong Tower, ensuring it would never be discovered by anyone.

"Alright, after all this time and effort, we've finally finished searching this star domain. We can head back now!"

Lin Chen said with a laugh, "Finding five pieces of kryptonite made wandering here for half a year worth it. If used properly, these five pieces of kryptonite could completely change the course of the war."

Qingluan Immortal Monarch envisioned the Abyss Demons being defeated by kryptonite, and his mood instantly soared. "This time, we've made an extraordinary contribution! If the Abyss Demons are eradicated, I suppose we can ask for any reward we desire."

Lin Chen chuckled. "Only then will we have made this perilous journey across the Star River worthwhile!"

After a pause, Lin Chen smiled slyly and said, "With this achievement, the Immortal Monarch will surely gain His Majesty's favor, secure the one and only spot, and become the next Saint!"

Qingluan Immortal Monarch's face stiffened slightly, and his eyes narrowed ever so slightly. "Did my Senior Brother tell you this?"

Lin Chen nodded. It wasn't something that couldn't be shared, and some topics required an opportune moment to discuss.

"Yes. I heard there's only one spot, and the competition among the three Immortal Monarchs is intense. But with such a major accomplishment, this matter should finally be settled, right? After all, what contribution could be greater than this?"

Qingluan Immortal Monarch looked deeply at Lin Chen, his expression soft again as he smiled gently. "My Senior Brother seems to value you highly; even such confidential matters were shared."

Lin Chen replied, "Well, I happened to help him with something by chance before. The Seven-colored Immortal Monarch is someone who values loyalty and treats me as a friend, which is why he mentioned it to me. To be honest, he really wanted to come this time too..."

Qingluan Immortal Monarch studied Lin Chen carefully, uncertain of his intentions.

Why would he suddenly bring up my Senior Brother now? What is he planning?

Praising my Senior Brother in front of me—does he not fear I'll see him as an enemy?

Or perhaps by bringing this up, he's trying to win me over, demonstrating his allegiance and showing faith in my future?

He wouldn't be trying to pledge himself to me without wishing to take the role of a subordinate, would he? Could he be hinting that as a friend and equal to the Seven-colored Immortal Monarch, he is helping me earn merits, and when I become a Saint, I shouldn't merely see him as a lower-ranked subordinate?

Qingluan Immortal Monarch smiled faintly. "Indeed, who wouldn't want such a chance to earn merits? I was just lucky to get this opportunity this time. I must thank you for it!"