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Chen Mo knew that Jiang Yanyu would not speak without thinking. Her words about death obviously carried some implied meaning, therefore, Chen Mo quietly listened with rapt attention. He wanted to know just what this girl who cultivated with a sect of the Inner Star Fields was worried about.
“The Inner Star Fields have the ‘Sixteen Star Marquis,’ who practically command a majority of the Inner and Outer Star Fields. And Huan Wen was merely one chess piece of the one who rules the Star Field in the middle of the Tail Fire Star Field, in the middle of the Outer Star Fields. You killed her. Inevitably, you will attract the reprisals of the forces behind her.” Jiang Yanyu said: “According to the little that I know, the Tail Fire Star Field belongs to the Amrita Star Kingdom. Its ruler, nicknamed the ‘Imperial Empress of Bedfellows,’ is an extremely unfaithful Star General who enjoys both genders.”
Sixteen Star Marquis? Amrita Star Kingdom? Imperial Empress Of Bedfellows?
Chen Mo had never heard of the things that Jiang Yanyu mentioned, and he listened with keen attention.
“Doesn’t the Central Star Field hold power over Star World? How are there still Sixteen Star Marquis?” Chen Mo asked.
“The Central Star Field’s power has already declined long ago, and the Inner Star Fields’ situation is very complicated. Ever since Chen Qingzhi put on that joke of a Magnificent Army Avoids The White Robe in the Central Star Fields, their authority has massively diminished, and they failed to retain many top-notch Star Generals. Now, the Sixteen Star Kingdoms have taken on ‘local ruler’ positions ostensibly to govern Star World on behalf of the Central Star Field. The reality is that each kingdom’s Star Marquis always wants to overthrow the other, and they send punitive forces year round.”
Hearing her mention Auntie’s name, Chen Mo wrinkled his brow. Apparently, Auntie’s feat was not so simple.
“This means that Huan Wen appears to be just like an official for the periphery?” Chen Mo made a comparison.
Jiang Yanyu nodded. This was more or less the case.
There were too many Star Fields, and practically each had one or two Star Generals standing guard. In addition, the Outer Star Fields were not prosperous like the Inner Star Fields. A single powerful Star General was enough to control the entire Star Field.
“Huan Wen belonged to the Amrita Star Kingdom among the sixteen. The Amrita Star Kingdom’s troops include the Amrita Seven Grands, each being a fierce general. Now that Huan Wen has Starfallen, this will make the Imperial Empress seethe with rage for sure, so that is why I say that your death day is upon you.” Jiang Yanyu said.
On the bank of the Wei River, Luo Changqing, who had at some point in time used grass to catch fish, leisurely added: “Junior Sister is exaggerating. Perhaps you will not die. I see that your friend’s physique is tall and sturdy, his talent outstanding. Maybe he will be brought into the Imperial Empress’ Purple Palace for pleasure every night.”
Jiang Yanyu was even more distressed: “Then death would be preferable to life.”
“What Star Name is the Imperial Empress? Is she so powerful?” A thought vaguely flashed through Chen Mo’s mind.
“How can we little insignificant cultivators know the Star Name of the Star Kingdom’s ruler, but for sure, only by cultivating Purple Rose Qi can one receive the pursuit of a Star General.” Jiang Yanyu shook her head. “In short, the Imperial Empress’ reputation is not good at all. She is extremely licentious, and there are countless cultivators who died on her bed.”
“This is called…Hopeful Takes The Bait.” Luo Changqing used a grass stalk hook to reel in a white carp. He chuckled, “Totally worth it.”
“Senior Brother Changqing!” Jiang Yanyu rolled her eyes. She was very helpless in the face of her Senior Brother’s frivolous behavior.
Luo Changqing shrugged, freeing the carp back into the Wei River with a splash.
Chen Mo glanced at him, then said to Jiang Yanyu: “Did you find me only to inform me about these things?”
“I am preparing to return to the Inner Star Fields. Would you like to return with me to the sect.” Jiang Yanyu finally announced her objective.
“I studied under the Heavenly Blooming Star Field’s ‘Three Thousand Sword Ocean,’ which is one of the Ten Great Sects of the Inner Star Fields. Would you like to join my sect.” Jiang Yanyu said: “Right now, cultivators vie against Star Generals in the Inner Star Fields. You have the qualifications to join the sect now that you killed Huan Wen. In the future, you may be able to contend against top-notch Star Star Generals.”
“Aren’t you afraid I’ll draw the source of calamity to your Three Thousand Sword Ocean?” Chen Mo did not believe things were so simple.
Jiang Yanyu was silent for a while. Then, she said: “To tell you the truth, you will need to conceal your identity. If we offend the Imperial Empress, the Three Thousand Sword Ocean will not be safe.”
“Of course, our Three Thousand Sword Ocean will help your cultivation progress even faster, perhaps even to reach Lord of Heaven. However, in turn, we will need your cultivation method, secret books, and even the method you used to kill Huan Wen. This way, we each take what we need.” Luo Changqing stopped fishing. He then pointed, controlling several stones to skip across the river’s surface.
“Chen Mo, if you want to progress further to be able to face a top-notch Heavenly Star, you will need the help of a sect.” Jiang Yanyu said: “The Three Thousand Sword Ocean has a Heavenly Star General as a guardian. We definitely can help you.”
“If I follow you to the Inner Star Field, then if the Imperial Empress is unable to find me, would she take revenge on Chang’an Mansion?” Chen Mo quietly said.
“Huan Wen Starfell. Even if the Tail Fire Star Field has no master, according to the Central Star Field’s rules, a Star General of the Outer Star Fields can only compete against Star Generals born in this Star Field. Other Star Fields are not allowed to interfere. At most, they can only negotiate. The Northern Mansion Soldier Master is also a famous Star Name, the Amrita Star Kingdom’s Star Marquis naturally will not rope her in. Whether or not she agrees will depend on her…However…you common cultivators will have to rely on luck.” A stone skipped across the water produced more than a dozen ripples. Luo Changqing smiled very happily.
Chen Mo was unable to feel the same elation. This meant that if he ran away, then Chang’an Mansion clearly would not have a good ending.
But to stay and face a Star Marquis, that undoubtedly was as stupid as striking a stone with an egg.
Luo Changqing looked at this man was deeper than a pool and higher than a peak; he had no options.
“Many thanks, Yanyu, for your warning. I have no plans to carelessly enter the Inner Star Fields.” Chen Mo already made a decision. If he resigned himself to concealing his identity, then defeating Huan Wen back then was completely meaningless.
“Chen Mo, you do not actually believe you can contend against the ruler of a Star Kingdom, do you?” Jiang Yanyu was not surprised, but she was puzzled.
“Didn’t you say that Imperial Empress enjoys both men and women? Heh, heh, it’s not certain yet who will come out on top.” Chen Mo craftily smiled.
Jiang Yanyu had no words to retort.
Luo Changqing grinned, “What a very manly spirit. Changqing has a whole new level of respect for you.”
“Little Sister Yanyu, I also have something I want to consult with you on.”
“What is it?”
“If I wanted to enter the Inner Star Fields, how should I do it?” Chen Mo asked.
“To enter the Inner Star Fields, you need only break through Human Sovereign to Human Immortal Realm, then you can have one chance to breach the Star Field barrier.” Jiang Yanyu replied: “But this method is not usable for you at all. Cultivating to this Realm requires a hundred years. Even if you have outstanding talent, you would still need ten years.” The girl estimated.
“The second method is to use immense magic energy to enter one of the other Outer Star Fields. You can enter the Inner Star Field if you pass through maybe nine hundred ninety Outer Star Fields. You can achieve this.”
The second method was even more unreliable. Passing through nine hundred ninety Outer Star Fields was worse than cultivating for a century.
“The last is to use a ‘Boundary Passage Plaque.’1 A Boundary Passage Plaque is a token for traveling through the three realms. The Central Star Fields established many ‘World Paths’ in the Inner Star Fields. The Boundary Passage Plaque allows free travel between these Star Fields, however, using the Boundary Passage Plaque requires the consumption of a thousand Astral Dollars at the very least. It is very expensive.” Jiang Yanyu grimaced.
“If you want to go to the Inner Star Fields, we can take you, but remember that you will owe us a thousand Astral Dollars while you are in the Inner Star Fields.” Luo Changqing chimed in.
Jiang Yanyu rolled her eyes and ignored her Senior Brother’s drivel.
Chen Mo thought to himself that this sounded like buying a ticket for the subway.
“However, the Boundary Passage Plaque was an ability that the Purple Rose Star Emperor created back then. This Boundary Passage Plaque can only be purchased in the Central Star Field, and each Boundary Passage Plaque is engraved into the Divine Intent of the cultivator or Star General. The Central Star Fields also can monitor your location at any time.” Luo Changqing muttered: “The Purple Rose Star Emperor truly was abnormal. I really do not know how he conceived of such a thing.”
“Yes, even if you have a Boundary Passage Plaque, if the Imperial Empress Of Bedfellows wants your whereabouts, she needs only to go to the Central Star Field and briefly check to be able to find you, unless you are able to purchase a ‘Boundary Breaker Plaque.’2 This is a type of plaque that is not registered in the Central Star Field. The drawback is that it has a limited number of uses. Sometimes, the degree of accuracy in passing through the Star Fields will also be lacking.”
Chen Mo pulled his hair in frustration. The Inner Star Fields was far more complicated than he had thought. This was simply comparable to a high level supervisor in modern society. It seemed his only solution was to use several years of time to first break through to Human Immortal, exploiting the opportunity from becoming one to enter the Inner Star Fields.
“Yanyu will still remain a few more days in the Great Chong Dynasty. Chen Mo, if you change your mind, you can tell me anytime.” Jiang Yanyu said.
“Thank you for the warning today. Someday, when I go to the Inner Star Fields, I’ll definitely come find you to drink wine.” Chen Mo said.
“I do not like to drink wine…Let us drink tea instead.” Jiang Yanyu sweetly smiled.
Chen Mo pledged to keep them company.
“Little Junior Sister, are you finished with the main topic?” Luo Changqing stood up from the Wei River. He retracted his gaze that appreciated the vast river.
“Senior Brother, is there something else?” Jiang Yanyu asked.
Luo Changqing smiled and suddenly hurled a rock at Chen Mo’s head.
This rock was completely ordinary, but with Luo Changqing’s throw, it was more swift than that magic treasure, bearing a formidable sound.
“Bang!”
Chen Mo casually caught the stone in his palm. His palm felt scorching hot, somewhat painful. As expected, this man was very formidable. Griding the stone to dust, Chen Mo calmly patted off his hands, as if he was prepared already.
“My Senior Brother is Human Immortal, Immortal Soul Nine Turns. Chen Mo, be careful.” Jiang Yanyu advised.
“Relax, I have seen a few cultivators who killed Star Generals, but it is unprecedented that you are able to kill a Yellow Court Realm Star General with your current Greater Thunder Tribulation cultivation. Since you are unwilling to follow us to the Three Thousand Sword Ocean, then I would like to have a contest with you, to see just how strong you are.” Luo Changqing was still that frivolous.
Seven rocks suddenly flew into the air from the ground, an immortal light rippling from them.
Chen Mo was very calm facing the Human Immortal: “What level is a Human Immortal’s Immortal Soul Nine Turns, which Star General Realm is it equivalent to.”
“If you can catch my moves, I will tell you.” Luo Changqing cocked his eyebrow, and the corner of his lips curled.
All of a sudden, the seven ordinary pebbles swiftly rushed forth. The obviously plain and unremarkable stones became a shooting star under his Divine Intent. The seven stones drew a long meteor trail, swiftly bearing down upon Chen Mo’s body.
A feeling of pressure came from the front. Before the rocks arrived, his body’s joints vaguely stung with pain.
Chen Mo activated the Black Turtle, leaping forth and swiping the air with an open hand.
Bang.
Bang.
Bang.
His body techniques were like lightning, the speed of his hand like the wind. The seven shooting stars were all cuaght in Chen Mo’s palm nearly instantaneously.
Luo Changqing’s eyes widened, and he showed slight astonishment. The man elegantly applauded: “Incredible, incredible. Even a Yellow Court Realm Star General cannot easily catch my ‘Innate Astral Wind,’ but you surprisingly did it so easily.”
Chen Mo was expressionless. He flicked his fingers.
The stones suddenly flew out.
“I return politeness with politeness…Here’s a present for you.”
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