God of Pets-Chapter 454: The Deadlock Must Be Broken

Shang Qingtian looked at Chen Guan earnestly, then turned and left, saying, "Go back and tell the eighth prince that I will deliver his letter."

"Certainly will relay." Fujimura Reiko came to Chen Guan’s side and asked in a low voice, "Are you alright?"

She knew well the formidable power of the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand, aware of how eerie and terrifying it could be, thus worried that Chen Guan was merely putting on a brave front.

"I’m fine." Chen Guan shook his head; his Body Protection Divine Skill seemed to counter the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand effectively, hence the surprising outcome.

As Shang Qingtian and Zhao Fuguo walked away, Zhao Fuguo couldn’t help but ask, "City Lord, what’s with that person? Is it true his Body Protection Divine Skill can ward off your Peak of Emotions Divine Hand?"

"Not just ward off, but counter." Shang Qingtian replied solemnly, "Since I created the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand, this is the first time I’ve encountered a true nemesis."

Zhao Fuguo was even more shocked hearing this: "What kind of Body Protection Divine Skill could possibly be so powerful?"

"Unknown, it’s never been seen or heard of before. It must be a newly invented Body Protection Secret Skill. It’s a pity he refuses to reveal its origin," Shang Qingtian said.

"What is to be done if our opponents learn about the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand being countered..." Zhao Fuguo worriedly commented.

Shang Qingtian merely laughed, "Old Zhao, you’ve lived this long, yet you still don’t grasp the principle that secret skills are used by people? A secret skill might be countered, but not necessarily the person."

Zhao Fuguo felt slightly better upon hearing this: "True enough, if it were a life-and-death struggle, even if he could counter the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand, you would ultimately be the one to win."

Thus, Zhao Fuguo lamented further: "Young master Mo Qiu is still waiting back home, this will surely disappoint him."

"In life’s calculations, disappointment is common in eight or nine cases out of ten, he should understand this," Shang Qingtian remained unfazed.

Chen Guan did not board the Spirit King Ship again; Fujimura Reiko steered the ship back along the same route, while he disguised himself, made a detour, and waited until daylight before entering Reincarnation City. Then he teleported out of the Secret Realm, returning to the Divine Land.

Chen Guan did not go directly to the Beimang Mountain Secret Realm but returned home first.

He needed to let his parents know he’s alright to stop them from worrying.

Reincarnation City, Shang Family.

Shang Moqiu was the first to master the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand, gaining the qualification to obtain half an Inner Core.

He waited excitedly for Shang Qingtian’s return, only to be told that Shang Qingtian had lost and couldn’t earn that half-piece Inner Core.

"How could he lose? Father, your Peak of Emotions Divine Hand is supposed to be invincible!" Shang Moqiu found it hard to accept, reluctant to believe the thing he anticipated would fall through, more so that the supposedly invincible Peak of Emotions Divine Hand failed.

"Where is there an invincible secret skill in this world? Naturally, the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand has a nemesis; today I encountered it, thoroughly lost, defeated convincingly," Shang Qingtian said, "Alright, go and cultivate."

"It’s been thoroughly countered already, what’s the point in continuing to practice?" Shang Moqiu felt frustrated, but he naturally didn’t dare express this.

He used tactics to defeat Shang Ziyi, only to face this outcome, failing to obtain the Inner Core.

Originally viewed as a divine skill, the secret skill now held much less prestige in his heart.

"The Peak of Emotions Divine Hand has been broken, further practice ultimately makes one not others; I need to find a way to practice a kind of invincible secret skill," Shang Moqiu considered what Composite Secret Skill to practice next so it wouldn’t be broken by others.

Shang Ziyi also heard from Zhao Fuguo about the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand being countered, after understanding the detailed process, Shang Ziyi’s eyes were gleaming, "That person’s Body Protection Divine Skill could indeed overpower the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand. If I could meet him and personally fight, it would be great."

"With the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand no longer invincible, you should prepare well," Zhao Fuguo advised Shang Ziyi. Although he didn’t explicitly state what to prepare for, Shang Ziyi understood the implication.

"Uncle Zhao, don’t worry, I know what I’m doing," Shang Ziyi nodded.

He didn’t give up on cultivating the Peak of Emotions Divine Hand, instead training more diligently.

The lost glory of the elder generation, he wanted to reclaim it himself.

Chen Guan disguised himself and returned home under the cover of night.

Just as he climbed over the wall into the courtyard, someone suddenly hit him on the head with a broom.

"Little thief... Daring to climb walls again..." Chen Yulian’s broom kept swinging at Chen Guan.

"Mom... It’s me..." Chen Guan rapidly dispelled the Giant Spirit Power, reverting to his original form and called out softly.

"Smacking precisely a little thief like you." Chen Yulian swung her broom even fiercer.

After getting tired of hitting, Chen Yulian tossed the broom aside, glowering at Chen Guan, she said angrily, "Gone for so long without sending even a letter, nor any news, didn’t make a phone call either, as if you got a wife and forgot your mother, you ungrateful brat."

"Mom, there was no signal in the Secret Realm, how could I make calls or send messages?" Chen Guan went to Chen Yulian’s back, pleasing her by squeezing her shoulders and arms.

"Couldn’t you come out to call?" Chen Yulian snapped.

"How could I forget such a trick, Mom you’re so smart." Chen Guan hastily flattered.

He also knew not contacting home for so long was indeed improper.

"At such late hours, mother and son don’t do drama here, we don’t have judges at home, there’s no award for acting prowess." Chen Xinghe emerged wearing his clothes.

"What are you saying?" Chen Yulian glared at him.

Chen Xinghe swiftly changed to a smile: "I mean this brat isn’t keeping in touch with home, deserved to be beaten, beaten well."

Chen Yulian wasn’t truly angry, she was just longing for Chen Guan, he had never left her for such a long time.

"Have you eaten yet?" Chen Yulian asked.

"At such a late hour..." Chen Xinghe began to speak, stopping halfway as Chen Yulian’s glare halted him.

"No, Mom, I want to eat shrimp dumplings." Chen Guan said.

"At such late hours, where to find shrimp dumplings, take what’s available, wait a bit." Chen Yulian said, turning to the kitchen to busy herself.

Chen Guan and Chen Xinghe returned inside, drinking tea while chatting.

Chen Guan shared his recent experiences and unresolved matters, hoping to find answers from Chen Xinghe.

After a while, Chen Yulian brought up some snacks and even prepared two bottles of wine, allowing the father and son some drinks.

Listening to Chen Guan’s story, Chen Xinghe pondered for a moment before saying: "The Chief Judge wishes to reclaim control of the Celestial Court Army, preventing the Shi and Xiu families from growing too powerful, yet he doesn’t want the Celestial Court Army to weaken, hoping for a smooth transition, Shi and Xiu families are aware of this too, currently, it’s difficult for all three parties to resolve."

"In light of your insights, Dad, how should I resolve this?" Chen Guan asked.

"Why would you want to resolve it?" Chen Xinghe’s question stumped Chen Guan.

"If you want to gain control of the Celestial Court Army, not resolving it is the best resolution." Chen Xinghe sipped some wine and continued.

After contemplating, Chen Guan shook his head: "That’s uninteresting to me, I neither wish to be a lackey nor a solitary loner, hence I must resolve this."