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"You should have just thrown him directly into the depths of the universe, let him get completely lost!"

Faced with Zhen Liuxue's question, Lin Chen explained, "But isn't the whereabouts of Senior Gu Yue still tied to him? If I truly threw him into the universe, it wouldn't be easy for me to explain to the Immortal Emperor when I return. After all, he's the Immortal Emperor's direct disciple..."

Chu Jiaxue pondered for a moment, "Even if he's won the only opportunity, it's unlikely he'll advance to the Saint Realm in the short term. We still have time."

Nalan Wushuang responded, "But he is the Immortal Emperor's direct disciple, immensely powerful, and equipped with life-saving methods granted by the Immortal Emperor. Trying to get rid of him wouldn't be easy. To kill him cleanly and decisively, I'm afraid only a Saint could manage that."

Lin Chen gave a bitter smile and said, "Indeed, if we act rashly and fail, and the Immortal Emperor finds out, we could all be wiped out. So, for now, let's hold back."

"He thinks he controls me, and since I've already feigned allegiance to him, even if he harbors suspicions about me, he won't act before reaching the Saint Realm. For now, I am safe."

"As for the opportunity ground that Shepherd Heavenly Monarch mentioned earlier, I estimate it will open before long. I will secure a spot, and when the time comes, we'll see if a chance arises. As for the rest, we'll take it one step at a time."

The women present, though they deeply hated Qingluan Immortal Monarch, also understood the grave consequences of confronting him. If the attempt to attack Qingluan Immortal Monarch failed, the retribution from the Saints would be catastrophic.

There would be no escape for them!

What could be done? Who asked for Qingluan Immortal Monarch's master to be the Immortal Emperor?

No one even dared to provoke Qingluan Immortal Monarch, let alone think about killing him. After all, who wouldn't cherish their own life?

Lin Chen asked, "How's the situation been recently?"

Setting aside the matter of Qingluan Immortal Monarch for the time being, Lin Chen focused on the current state of affairs.

Chu Jiaxue replied, "We've destroyed several purple crystal pillars and pushed back the Abyss Demons repeatedly. Then, seeing their disadvantage, the Abyss Lord descended once again. Fortunately, the Saints had prepared in advance. Though injured, none of the wounds were severe. They are now recuperating, which leads us to the current moment."

"Compared to the time when you left, the situation hasn't changed much. The Saints are still unable to deal with the Abyss Lord, and they remain deeply fearful of him, proceeding cautiously at all times, lest they reveal a weakness to him."

Lin Chen sighed and said, "This Abyss Lord was once at the Heavenly God Realm. Naturally, he could overpower Saints with ease. Even though now he only possesses his Primordial Spirit and his strength has greatly diminished, the Saints still cannot contend with him."

"For now, our only hope lies in slaying multiple Demon Lords, leaving them leaderless. Then, with the Saints' methods, it would be easy to destroy the purple crystal pillars and eliminate all the remaining Abyss Demons from both the Immortal and Demon Worlds."

Nalan Wushuang said with a laugh, "That's a Saints' job. We just watch the show."

Lin Chen agreed, "Exactly. Even with kryptonite, this battle remains one between Saints. It has nothing to do with us. All we need to do is wait for news."

Just then, a crisp female voice rang out at the entrance.

"Fellow cultivator Chu! Fellow cultivator Nalan?"

The voice was unfamiliar to Lin Chen. His divine sense instinctively swept over the area.

Outside Chu Jiaxue and others' residence stood a tall young woman with somewhat broad shoulders and bones. She had a slightly androgynous appearance and was of average looks.

Lin Chen asked, "Who is this? I don't think I've seen her before."

Chu Jiaxue replied, "That's Chen Shimei. She comes from the Hanhai Star Domain and just recently joined from the rear. Since all of us here are women, she proactively approached us to build connections. Over time, we became familiar with each other."

Lin Chen said with a laugh, "A new friend?"

"Exactly," Chu Jiaxue replied while smiling. "Chen Shimei is quite powerful and... seems to dislike men. Since she arrived, she's either been cultivating or passing time with us. I'll go have a look."

Chu Jiaxue stepped out, and before long, she returned, leading the large-framed young woman into the house.

When Chen Shimei saw Lin Chen sitting in the hall, her eyes lit up slightly. "And this is?" she asked.

Chu Jiaxue laughed and gestured toward Nalan. "Our husband, Lin Chen."

Chen Shimei's eyes immediately brightened further. A peculiar expression appeared on her face. "So you're Friend Lin. I've long heard of your legendary feats, and now, at last, I see you in person."

Lin Chen smiled calmly. "Hello, Fellow Cultivator Chen."

As Lin Chen observed Chen Shimei, whose face was alight with delight, he felt a subtle, inexplicable sensation.

Could it be that Chen Shimei was an admirer of his? The way she looked at him carried a peculiar undertone, one that felt rather odd.

Chen Shimei laughed and said, "After arriving here and meeting Fellow Cultivators Chu and Nalan, I became curious as to what kind of figure could be worthy of the two of them. Now that we've met, my curiosity has finally been satisfied."

Chu Jiaxue chuckled. "She insisted on waiting for your return just to meet you after hearing about your stories."

Lin Chen replied with a laugh, "I'm afraid Fellow Cultivator Chen's expectations might be too high and could only lead to disappointment."

Chen Shimei shook her head without hesitation and said decisively, "I hear Friend Lin is only a little over a hundred years old, yet you've already become a Quasi-Saint. Isn't that truly something extraordinary? Compared to you, I'm far behind."

After pausing, Chen Shimei glanced around before saying her farewells. "Friend Lin has just returned and is reunited with his family, so I won't stay and disturb you. I'll visit again in a couple of days."

After exchanging a few polite phrases, Chu Jiaxue sent Chen Shimei out.

Nalan Wushuang smiled and remarked, "Your rapid breakthrough to Quasi-Saint shocked everyone. People are saying that, at your pace, it wouldn't be surprising for you to break through to the Saint Realm in the near future."

Lin Chen laughed, "Becoming a Saint? That's easier said than done! I don't even know which way the door to the Saint Realm opens yet."

After a slight pause, Lin Chen asked, "What about Yue Yue and the other two? How are they doing now?"

Chu Jiaxue replied, "They've been cultivating in the Tao Ding all this time, and now all three of them have reached the Daluo Peak. They were just waiting for your return to guide them in understanding the Dao and breaking through."

Lin Chen exclaimed with delight, "They've already reached the Daluo Peak? That's fantastic news! I'll take them to the rear for observing breakthroughs and comprehending the Dao. These things can't just be explained; they have to personally experience them to truly understand."

Chu Jiaxue smiled and said, "With you helping them, it'll definitely be much easier. But can you step away now?"

Lin Chen laughed, "Defeating the Demon Lords is the Saints' problem, not mine. Once that's done, everything else will be straightforward. My presence or absence doesn't make much of a difference. Besides, after drifting in the Star Sea for so long and surviving countless near-death experiences, I've brought back the kryptonite. I deserve a break to help my family advance. Surely they'll grant me some time off."

Nalan Wushuang reminded him, "Your rapid breakthrough has already drawn attention. If the three of them also break through in quick succession, we may attract even more scrutiny. I suggest their breakthroughs be done in secret so that no one hears about it."