Villain : After Slacking Off, The Protagonist Collapse-Chapter 313
Chapter 313
“Is it the Emperor of the Ye Clan?”
The first thought that crossed the mind of the Star River Supreme was the Ye Clan Emperor.
Ten years ago, the Ye Clan Emperor had engaged in a deadly battle with the Primordial Holy Land, nearly forced into a desperate act of ultimate sublimation by the Primordial Holy Son.
He had lost all face and was mocked by many.
If not for seeking aid from the Lord of God’s Abandonment to intervene, the Ye Clan Emperor would most likely have perished alongside his opponent.
So, upon hearing that someone might act, the Star River Supreme immediately thought of him.
“It’s not him,” the Yin-Yang Supreme replied, “There’s another.”
“Even if the Ye Clan Emperor wanted to act, the Lord of God’s Abandonment wouldn’t allow it. Once you enter the Land of God’s Abandonment, control over your actions is no longer yours.”
The Yin-Yang Supreme’s eyes gleamed as he spoke slowly.
The Land of God’s Abandonment was a forbidden zone in the Nine Heavens Realm, even for ancient Supremes like them.
Unless absolutely necessary, they would avoid entering it.
“Who, then? The True Dragon Emperor?” The Star River Supreme was puzzled.
The Primordial Holy Land didn’t have too many sworn enemies—only two came to mind: the Ye Clan Emperor and the True Dragon Emperor.
Other ancient Supremes hadn’t provoked them.
“An old Golden Crow,” the Yin-Yang Supreme revealed without much hesitation.
“That decrepit Golden Crow’s vitality is on the verge of collapse, and its lifespan is nearly exhausted. Even if the Immortal Path opens, it wouldn’t survive to ascend.”
“Unless it unleashes a Dark Calamity to absorb the essence of countless lives to restore its injuries, it’s at its end. However, it cannot initiate such chaos alone. The foundations of various forces are sufficient to deplete its remaining life.”
“Its only option now is to kill the Great Accomplishment Primordial Dao Body and extract the life essence of that physique to heal itself. It came to me seeking an alliance.” pm The Yin-Yang Supreme’s gaze flickered as he spoke in a low voice.
“It is strange, though. That old Golden Crow has always been with the True Dragon Emperor. Why is it acting alone this time?”
The Nine Heavens Realm’s forbidden zones each had unique dynamics. Some zones were presided over by a single ancient Supreme, such as the Yin-Yang Sea and the Chaos Star Sea.
In contrast, most forbidden zones housed multiple ancient Supremes.
The forbidden zone where the True Dragon Emperor resided, as well as the Land of God’s Abandonment, were particularly notable.
The Land of God’s Abandonment, presided over by the Lord of God’s Abandonment, contained an unimaginable number of ancient Supremes and was considered the most terrifying forbidden zone in the Nine Heavens Realm.
The True Dragon Emperor’s forbidden zone, in comparison, was home to two ancient Supremes: the True Dragon Emperor and the Golden Crow Emperor.
Both were part of the Ancient Imperial Clans. After severing one of their paths, they had retreated into the forbidden zone, rarely taking action.
Given their shared heritage, the two were considered allies.
For the Golden Crow Emperor to abandon the True Dragon Emperor and ally with the Yin-Yang Supreme was unexpected, even for the Yin-Yang Supreme.
“The True Dragon Emperor won’t act? Is this to conserve strength for the Immortal Path?” The Star River Supreme found this perplexing.
Ordinarily, the two would act together. If the Golden Crow Emperor moved, the True Dragon Emperor wouldn’t just stand by.
Perhaps the imminent opening of the Immortal Path made the True Dragon Emperor cautious of triggering unforeseen complications, prompting it to stay its hand.
“Most likely, it’s conserving strength. The True Dragon Emperor is unlike us—it’s a pure-blood True Dragon with boundless vitality. Moreover, it devoured a Great Accomplishment Physique ages ago. Though it hasn’t returned to its peak, it’s not far off.” The Yin-Yang Supreme explained calmly.
The True Dragon Emperor differed from them. After devouring a Great Accomplishment Physique, its vitality and strength remained at formidable levels, eliminating the need for constant replenishment.
“Three ancient Supremes hunting a weakened Great Accomplishment Primordial Dao Body—this is unprecedented in the long history of the Nine Heavens Realm.” The Star River Supreme remarked, his tone contemplative.
Even in their severed states, ancient Emperors retained terrifying strength. Typically, one Emperor alone was sufficient to hunt a Great Accomplishment Physique.
For three to act together was unheard of. This was effectively equivalent to three Emperors joining forces, an event that would undoubtedly make waves in the annals of history.
“It’s his honor,” the Yin-Yang Supreme said faintly.
With that, the two figures dissipated into the void, leaving the surroundings tranquil once more, as if nothing had ever occurred.
——
At Banished Immortal Peak.
Jiang Chen entered a pocket dimension.
The azure sky stretched endlessly, adorned with drifting clouds. The air was filled with birdsong and the fragrance of blooming flowers, a picturesque scene.
High above, in the boundless firmament, a faintly glowing orb hovered, radiating ripples of dazzling light that could shake the heavens and earth, commanding even the Dao to bow.
Within this hazy glow, a graceful figure was faintly visible, exuding unparalleled charm and elegance, transcending all time and space.
The Heavenly Fox Empress was Jiang Chen’s greatest trump card.
Since gifting the Supreme Soul Jade to her, she had entered a deep slumber, undergoing the transformative stage into the Immortal Ascendant Realm. Once she emerged, it would mark her ascension into this legendary state.
“Are the ancient Supremes showing signs of movement?” A gentle voice resonated suddenly.
It was calm and unwavering, as if it had traveled across endless space and time to fill the skies with its presence, without revealing its source.
Jiang Chen, however, knew this voice belonged to the Heavenly Fox Empress.
Despite being in a state of slumber and transformation, she could still perceive changes in the surrounding world and could even wield a portion of her power when necessary.
“Yes,” Jiang Chen replied. “These ancient Supremes are restless.”
“The Immortal Path will open within a few years, and for their dream of immortality, these old monsters are desperate enough to risk everything. They might even initiate a Dark Calamity or set their sights on me.”
“Launching a Dark Calamity comes at an enormous cost. The various factions won’t allow these ancient Supremes to recklessly slaughter the living beings within their territories. As the Immortal Path nears its opening, these Supremes would be reluctant to act rashly.”
“However, my Great Accomplishment Primordial Dao Body is likely their target. You know well how the vitality of a Great Accomplishment Physique is akin to an elixir of immortality to these ancient Supremes—irresistibly tempting.”
“With my previous battle accomplishments, a single ancient Supreme likely wouldn’t dare act alone. Most likely, it would require several of them.”
“Two ancient Supremes are not a concern for me. Any more than that, and it becomes unpredictable. If they resort to their ultimate sublimation, I will need your assistance.” Jiang Chen spoke calmly.
Two ancient Supremes were well within his ability to handle.
With the Primordial Holy Land’s arsenal of Emperor Weapons, they could annihilate an ancient Supreme. Furthermore, Jiang Chen alone could contend against one.
However, if three ancient Supremes acted together, it would exceed his expectations.
Although the Holy Land housed a Quasi-Emperor Ninth Layer elder equipped with an Emperor Weapon who could barely contend with them, suppressing multiple ancient Supremes was another matter entirely.
And if those Supremes resorted to their ultimate sublimation, it would no longer be a battle of ancient Supremes but of unmatched Emperors.
Even if their sublimated state lasted only briefly, it could still bring catastrophic destruction to the Primordial Holy Land.
This was why Jiang Chen needed the Heavenly Fox Empress’s intervention.
“That’s acceptable,” the Heavenly Fox Empress’s ethereal and gentle voice replied. “If you truly cannot hold them off, I will act. A few ancient Supremes are nothing significant.”
Her tone was serene, as if ancient Supremes were beneath her notice.
Indeed, in her current state, the Heavenly Fox Empress didn’t need to concern herself with ancient Supremes.
“How much longer until you awaken?” Jiang Chen asked.
The timing of her emergence was critical. If she could reawaken soon, Jiang Chen could dominate the situation completely. No ancient Supreme would pose a threat.
“It’s hard to say. I’ll need a few more years,” the Heavenly Fox Empress replied.
“You need not worry. Though I cannot fully awaken yet, I can still help you remove obstacles. However, doing so would delay my transformation slightly.”
A few more years?
Jiang Chen pondered for a moment. If that were the case, her awakening might coincide with the opening of the Immortal Path.
If she emerged by then, she could prevent any Dark Calamities, sparing him from taking action.
“Focus on your cultivation,” Jiang Chen said. “Your progress is paramount. Only intervene if there is no other choice.”
