Junior sister, keep forbear for a while, I almost become invincible as soon!-Chapter 701 - 700 He Actually Refused
Truly fitting for a Senior Martial Brother and Junior Martial Sister who had been together for many years.
Jiang Ni'er's words sounded like nonsense, yet they subtly concealed the truth.
After a moment's thought, Chen Pingping understood.
The location of Tiger Land was a variable.
Tiger Land had long since developed Spiritual Intelligence.
Therefore, only Mr. Zhang could truly find Tiger Land's location.
Why didn't Jiang Ni'er directly reveal the truth?
Because this was the Zhang Family's territory!
"Little girl, what are you talking about? When did my Zhang Family receive orders to guard this place? When did our inheritance experience a break? If you don't understand, don't talk nonsense," a young man said discontentedly.
Jiang Ni'er smiled but said nothing, nor did she refute him.
Instead, it was the elderly Clan Leader who, with a somber face, remained silent.
He had once read some ancient records and found some very interesting things. The first volume of one ancient text was entirely different from the contents it claimed to describe.
Some inheritances were similar; they appeared correct, but in practice, cultivating them proved to be a different matter entirely.
Combining this with what Jiang Ni'er had said, he suddenly felt a chill in his heart. "May I ask for your esteemed name, young lady?"
...
「Over at the Mo River.」
An Emperor Realm ancestor from the Zhang Family took action and shattered the Divine Clan's invasion and slaughter.
But these descendants of the Human Emperor did not let their guard down; they remained tense and stayed at the site for another hour before leaving.
"They won't let this go easily."
"I know."
"The most urgent task is to find an inheritor of the Human Emperor God-grid."
"I think… we can consider that youngster," the drunkard spoke up.
Their leader, Liu, fell silent at that moment.
Chen Pingping was very suitable to be the inheritor.
No one understood this better than she did. But he... could not inherit. The mark on him was too profound, and he was not a pure cultivator.
If he inherited the Human Emperor God-grid, it would undoubtedly lead to a major disaster.
However, the current situation was far from optimistic.
Tiger Land, one of the Four Symbols Lands, could very well collapse completely in this era. When that happened, that great tomb would surface in the mortal realm.
This was a terrifying prospect.
The Zhang Family alone could not possibly handle it.
If an inheritor from the Lineage of the Human Emperor were to appear, bearing the Human Emperor's legacy, perhaps all of this could be prevented.
It could be suppressed once more.
Failing that, they could at least resist the Divine Clan's slaughter.
Thinking this, she suddenly halted, her gaze fixed on the Zhang Family's direction, her resolve wavering slightly.
Yes!
There was no more time, nor any more chances to try.
After a moment of deep thought, she led her group swiftly towards the Zhang Family.
A group from the Zhang Family was quite surprised by their arrival.
The elderly Clan Leader hastily bowed. "Greetings, Senior."
"You are the Zhang Family Clan Leader?" Liu asked, eyeing him.
Although Liu appeared quite young, with the looks of a woman in her prime, while the Zhang Family Clan Leader before her was very old, the truth was that she had lived for a very long time—far longer than this Clan Leader.
The Zhang Family Clan Leader nodded. "I am."
Below, a commotion arose as people recognized the identity of this group: they were the mysterious and elusive descendants of the Human Emperor.
Although their lineage had dwindled and their numbers were few, no one dared to take them lightly on the lands of Huangzhou.
The Divine Clan had just retreated, and now the descendants of the Lineage of the Human Emperor had come looking. Could it be that something major had occurred? Were they to join forces with the Zhang Family?
At this thought, a chill ran through the Zhang Family members, and their expressions turned grave.
Even this Clan Leader felt his heart pound, an ominous premonition gripping him.
This was because the descendants of the Lineage of the Human Emperor rarely appeared in the world.
Once they appeared, it meant that something significant was going to happen.
What no one knew, however, was that nearby, Chen Pingping was trembling and desperately wanted to flee...
As expected...
The next moment, Liu pointed at him. "You don't need to panic; I'm here for this youngster."
The Zhang Family members exchanged bewildered glances.
"Ah, Senior, you're here too?" Chen Pingping offered an awkward smile. "I just remembered I have something to attend to. Let's chat another day."
The middle-aged Scholar drew his sword.
"Oh, I remember now, that matter has already been dealt with," Chen Pingping said, forcing a smile. "May I ask what business Senior has with me?"
"You. Are you willing to inherit the Human Emperor God-grid?" Liu asked directly.
When these words were uttered, the entire Zhang Family, from top to bottom, was shocked.
The descendants of the Lineage of the Human Emperor had been searching for an inheritor for the Human Emperor's legacy for countless years, yet to this day, there had been no word.
And now, they had set their sights on a Disciple from a small Sect in a distant region.
This?
All members of the Zhang Family were dumbfounded, with disbelief plastered on their faces.
Especially the younger generation.
They were thinking, if this fellow before them was qualified to inherit the Human Emperor God-grid, then... what about the young geniuses of their Zhang Family? Wouldn't they all be qualified?
For a moment, the way they looked at Chen Pingping changed, their eyes filled with envy, jealousy, and resentment. They inwardly cursed, This kid is too damn lucky! What charm does he possess to actually be eligible to inherit the Human Emperor God-grid?
They felt deeply indignant.
The elderly Clan Leader also wanted to inquire, his heart burning with curiosity.
However... Chen Pingping asked weakly, "Can I refuse?"
In an instant, everyone present turned to stone, except for Jiang Ni'er.
Good heavens!
He actually refused?
Does he even know what he's doing?
The Human Emperor's legacy!
Across the Nine Heavens and throughout the ages, all other legacies combined could not compare to the single legacy of the Human Emperor!
Not to mention, the Human Emperor God-grid represented inheriting and condensing a God Grid! This was far more profound than a mere Emperor Realm inheritance.
It was a path that transcended the Supreme Great Tao itself!
Furthermore, becoming the new Human Emperor meant becoming the spiritual leader of the entire Human Clan—an immensely significant and extraordinarily distinguished position!
If any family's child were chosen, wouldn't their parents laugh themselves into a stupor from joy?
Even their ancestors buried beneath the yellow earth might crawl out of their graves to celebrate, shouting, "Long live the Human Emperor!"
But who could have possibly expected it?
The Human Emperor's legacy, coveted by all, was casually refused by Chen Pingping without a second thought.
This...?
Kid, are you really sure this is wise?
Do your parents know you're this audacious?
If your master found out, wouldn't he beat you to death?
Liu's expression stiffened. She then took a deep breath, striving to suppress her emotions, and asked in a calm voice, "Why?"
"The responsibility is too heavy; I simply cannot bear it," Chen Pingping said, shaking his head. "I am merely a minor cultivator who prefers to go with the flow. That is my survival Dharma Principle."
"You are of the Human Clan."
"Yes, I admit that. And that is precisely why I must refuse, Senior," he said earnestly. "If I were to agree but then fail to fulfill the duties of the Human Emperor, wouldn't I be deceiving you, Senior, and deceiving all living beings?"
The descendants of the Lineage of the Human Emperor fell silent.
Indeed!
The significance of inheriting the Human Emperor God-grid was monumental; it wasn't a burden just anyone could bear.
The birth of a new Human Emperor also signified that the entire Human Clan would reconsolidate, and they would subsequently face terrifying slaughter.
Perhaps even a dark upheaval.
The descendants of the Lineage of the Human Emperor knew all too well that the slaughter accompanying the emergence of a new Human Emperor would be no less severe than the dark upheaval the Zhang Family had just faced.
It would only be worse.
But, considering it from another angle, the Human Emperor's legacy couldn't just be kept hidden indefinitely, could it?
"I deeply understand the thoughts of all you Seniors. You are the Sages of the Human Clan, constantly worried about our clan's safety, willing even to sacrifice yourselves for its defense," Chen Pingping sighed. "But I... I can't do that!"
Everyone fell silent.
"I am just a minor cultivator," Chen Pingping said helplessly. "Of course, apart from inheriting the Human Emperor God-grid, if... if Senior has any other matters, or needs anything done, please feel free to command me. Ahem, I promise to do my utmost to accomplish it."
"Alright!" Liu nodded. "First question: concerning the recent slaughter—the dark upheaval orchestrated by the Divine Clan, involving seven or eight Quasi-Emperors and the revival of ancient Divine Skills, among other things—if it were you, how would you have handled it?"
Eh?
Chen Pingping was stunned. What did she mean by this?
