Chapter 5857: Long Chen's Means

Although Liuchang Tian didn't know what the old lamp meant, he could tell from Long Chen's tone that it wasn't something good. In his entire life, he had never seen such an arrogant junior. This guy, who could even kill with a puff of breath, was fearless in front of him. It was truly an eye-opener.

Seeing Liuchang Tian's face turning ashen with a layer of frost, but still able to restrain himself, Lady Xihua's suspended heart was relieved, and she secretly sighed in relief. The loyal elders of the Undying Clan present were frightened, their faces turning pale. They had never experienced such a situation in their entire lives.

Liuchang Tian took a deep breath, trying to calm himself, and said, "Among the many disciples of the Undying Clan, you can choose anyone. I will make sure you admit defeat willingly, sparing yourself from humiliation."

"I'll choose Liuru Jiao. She's ranked third. The first and second ranks are reserved for you," Long Chen said arrogantly.

Upon hearing Long Chen's words, the anger that had just subsided in Liuchang Tian surged again. This brat was so ignorant to utter such arrogant words in front of him.

Liuchang Tian struggled to control his anger and pointed at Long Chen, saying, "You brat, I choose Li Qingyu, whom you defeated. In ten days, the two of you will fight. If you lose, I won't take your life, but you must kneel outside the palace, bowing down and loudly proclaiming a thousand times: 'I am a brat.'"

"Alright, if you lose, I won't make you kneel. You just need to recite 'I am the old lamp' a thousand times," Long Chen replied without hesitation.

"Fine, I'm waiting for you!"

Liuchang Tian waved his sleeves, disappearing from the grand hall instantly, leaving a group of elders secretly wiping their sweat.

"Madam Xihua, this..." One of the elders couldn't help looking at Lady Xihua, a look of confusion on his face. Weren't we supposed to discuss important matters?

The Emperor didn't say anything and just exchanged a few harsh words with a young man, then left. What kind of situation was this?

"The Emperor is in a bad mood. Let's discuss this another day. Thank you all for your hard work," Lady Xihua said, dismissing the others.

In an instant, only Long Chen and the three others remained in the hall. At this moment, Li Ruyan and Chu Yao snapped out of their shock. Li Ruyan couldn't help complaining, "Long Chen, regardless of anything, he's still my father and your future father-in-law. How can you be so disrespectful to him?"

Long Chen spread his hands, looking helpless. "You saw it yourself. The Emperor doesn't listen to reason. If I want to talk to him, I must earn the qualification. Otherwise, he won't even look at me. How can I deal with him?"

"But you're essentially declaring war on the Emperor!" Chu Yao anxiously said.

"No choice. If I want the respect of a strong individual, I must compete with strength," Long Chen shook his head and sighed. "Madam Xihua, I have one favor to ask. Please contact Li Rujiao for me. I need her full cooperation in this matter; otherwise, I'll truly be a brat."

Hearing the term "brat," Lady Xihua, Li Ruyan, and Chu Yao couldn't help but burst into laughter. Thinking about the Emperor, a dignified figure, being called a brat was quite amusing. But at that time, the atmosphere was too serious, and no one dared to laugh.

"Fine, I'll go talk to Li Rujiao and make sure she cooperates with you," Lady Xihua said.

However, she didn't mention the unspoken part: don't lose too badly. Because the Emperor, for countless years, had never given guidance to anyone. Many hoped to receive guidance from him. Liuchang Tian, as an extraordinary talent of the Undying Clan, had many expectations.

Now, Li Qingyu was lucky enough to receive personal guidance from the Emperor. A tremendous opportunity, not because of his outstanding talent, but rather, he lost to Long Chen.

Imagine how excited Li Qingyu would be to know that he was about to receive personal guidance from the Emperor.

Returning to their residence, Li Ruyan and Chu Yao wore worried expressions. Long Chen couldn't win this competition; the Emperor's strength was beyond their imagination. During the chaotic era, the Emperor fought against numerous races, protecting the Undying Clan in absolute adversity. That illustrated his strength.

Furthermore, the Emperor had never taken on a disciple. From this, one could see how proud he was. If he were to guide someone, what kind of improvement would that person achieve?

Unlike the human race's inheritance, the Undying Clan's inheritance could be continued through blood and soul. Countless divine abilities could be transmitted instantly. How could Long Chen, lacking this advantage, compete?

If Long Chen lost, he would be even more despised by Liuchang Tian and immediately expelled from the Undying Clan. Then, there would be no turning back. What would happen to Li Ruyan and Chu Yao? Would they leave or stay?

But now that the die was cast, they could only forge ahead. They didn't dare to show excessive concern, lest it affect Long Chen.

However, seeing Long Chen's confident appearance, they felt a little comforted. Perhaps, Long Chen could create another miracle.

Madam Xihua was very efficient. Half an hour later, Li Rujiao arrived. Gnashing her teeth, she said, "Why did you choose me? If you had chosen Li Minghao, maybe I could have received guidance from the Emperor."

Long Chen was speechless. "Are you stupid? The Emperor's strength is his own. Just because he's strong doesn't mean his disciples will be strong. If the Emperor had the ability to pass on all his skills, would the Undying Clan have suffered so much in the past? What he can control, even if he teaches you, you won't be able to control. Otherwise, the Undying Clan wouldn't only have Liuchang Tian. Do you understand? You have a big brain; why don't you use it?"

After being scolded by Long Chen, Li Rujiao was dumbfounded, seemingly finding some sense in Long Chen's words. The Emperor had not taken on disciples for so many years because no one could inherit his divine abilities. Otherwise, why would he be so stingy?

Hearing Li Rujiao's silence, Long Chen couldn't help but laugh. The children of the Undying Clan were indeed pure and easy to teach. This was good; teaching them would be easy, like teaching on a blank canvas.

"I'll ask you a question. If I teach you my secret technique and you encounter Li Qingyu, will you intentionally lose?" Long Chen asked.

"Are you joking? The Undying Clan values promises the most. Lady Xihua ordered me to represent you in the battle, and I must go all out. How could I intentionally lose? Besides, deliberately losing to the Emperor's disciple would

be disrespectful to the Emperor. No one in the Undying Clan would do that," Li Rujiao said angrily.

"That's good. I will make you the third-ranked expert among the young generation of the Undying Clan, after Ruyan and Yao'er. Alright, let's not talk nonsense. Let's start the trial. The first step is to endure for three breaths during the trial without being killed," Long Chen said.

"What?" Li Rujiao didn't understand Long Chen's meaning.

Boom!

Suddenly, the Seven Treasure Glass Tree opened the sky, and Li Rujiao's surroundings changed. Countless terrifying creatures rushed towards her.

Pfft!

Before Li Rujiao could figure out what was happening, her head was cut off by a sharp dagger.

(End of this chapter)