Long Chen didnt want to go to the Martial Heaven Alliance, but Ye Lingshan refused to let him off, saying something about even if she died, she would bring him to suffer with her.

Hence, Long Chen could only accompany her with Ye Zhiqiu. Qu Jianying had long since been waiting for them.

What Long Chen hadnt expected was that Qu Jianying didnt curse him at all. She had a letter in her hand and already knew about what had transpired.

Little brat, what are you looking at? Do I need to curse you to make you feel normal? said Qu Jianying irritably upon seeing Long Chen cocking his head and looking around with an odd expression.

Long Chen laughed, Actually, this isnt my fault. If I could endure something like that, I wouldnt be Long Chen.

Qu Jianying nodded and sighed, In truth, in making you go, I was already prepared for certain events. Although your temper and stubbornness are just as annoying as that old bull, at least you have your own charisma, unlike him. I made you go in hopes that you would stand out amongst those heavenly geniuses. Certain enemies are fated to be enemies. Theres no way theyll become allies. But when it comes to some strangers, if you didnt go, they would remain strangers. By going, theres a chance of making some friends that can support you in the future. However why is it that your little bit of charisma is only used to seduce girls? Other than Beitang Rushuang and Nangong Zuiyue, you barely spoke to anyone else.

Qu Jianyings expression was odd. Long Chens direct character should make it quite easy for him to form connections with like-minded people. However, he ended up forming a group with Nangong Zuiyue and Beitang Rushuang.

Perhaps Long Chens charisma only lies in that area! Ye Lingshan covered her mouth and smiled.

Dont laugh. Youve really disappointed your master this time, said Qu Jianying a bit angrily.

Master, I? Ye Lingshan was startled. She hadnt made any mistakes, or so she thought.

Seeing her appearance, Qu Jianying sighed. Lingshan, did I tell you before going to be humble and take the long view for the big picture?

Yes. I acted according to your instructions. I didnt have any conflicts with anyone, said Ye Lingshan.

Thats precisely what disappointed me. Lingshan, you are the one who will control the Martial Heaven Alliance. The authority to make decisions lies with you. Why do you have to always listen to others? Who said that everything I say is correct? You didnt understand that when I said to keep the big picture in mind and be humble, there was a limit. If others press you beyond that limit, you have to stop them there, even if you have to fight to the death. Ah, youre just too obedient. Obedient children dont suffer from their willfulness, but without their own opinions, they become blind. If you act like this, how am I supposed to leave the Martial Heaven Alliance to you? Qu Jianying sighed. Youre too obedient, while Long Chen is too disobedient. I had both of you go not just because I wanted you to look after Long Chen, but to also see Long Chens style of handling things. Be humble when you should be humble, and be domineering when you should be domineering. If you have to, then you can slap whoever you want in the face. Otherwise, how will you lead the Martial Heaven Alliance?

Master, disciple knows her error. Ye Lingshan lowered her head. She hadnt understood what her master had wanted from her.

This cant be blamed on you. You bloomed within a crevice in the cultivation world. Avoiding calamity is your instinct. Just remember, you are the successor to the Martial Heaven Alliance. Your actions represent the Martial Heaven Alliance. There are countless sects and experts supporting you. You cannot lower your own prestige just to avoid some trouble. Qu Jianying patted Ye Lingshan on the head gently.

Yes. Ill remember this. Ye Lingshan nodded.

Good. Bring Zhiqiu for a stroll. I have some things to talk to Long Chen about.

Ye Zhiqiu and Ye Lingshan left, leaving just Long Chen and Qu Jianying.

Alliance head, did you make me stay behind to scold me alone? Its a standard practice to give a slap after the candy.

Would any standard practice work on you? And when have I ever used such a thing on you? said Qu Jianying irritably. She then smiled. It was a good thing you went to that gathering. You not only obtained that precious furnace, but you also pulled in two powerful helpers.

However, I also pulled in some enemies. Long Chens lip curled.

Thats very normal. Even if you didnt go, with your character, those people would have become your enemies anyway. But by going, you at least made two allies. Thats the difference. As long as you can maintain those friendships, your position on the Martial Heaven Continent will remain stable. Of course, if you can continue to the next step with them Here, even Qu Jianying felt it was funny. Just how was it that a troublesome fellow like Long Chen had so many women after him? It was truly curious.

Beitang Rushuang and Nangong Zuiyues families had many conflicts throughout history. Although it wasnt to the point that they were like fire and water, they definitely didnt get along.

It was said that Beitang Rushuang had been demanding to fight Nangong Zuiyue for a long time now. However, the two of them had both sat with Long Chen amicably.

Long Chen shook his head. I wont rely on other peoples power or suck up to get asylum. Thats against my Martial Dao.

Youre just as stubborn as that old man, said Qu Jianying.

Lets not talk about me. What about the old man? How is he? Long Chen changed the subject.

That old bastards gone crazy! He just attempted a breakthrough to the third step of Netherpassage, and he actually succeeded. He immediately flaunted himself in front of me for a while before being told to scram, snorted Qu Jianying. Although she put on a disdainful tone, her voice also contained some pride.

Thats really crazy! Long Chen was startled. How was it that the old man was cultivating so fast?

Even if the great era had come, the Heavenly Daos focused on the junior generation. The senior generation wasnt blessed by the Heavenly Daos.

The Netherpassage realm doesnt rely on talent, but on comprehension of life and death. Perhaps his heads just so simple that he can just charge through life and death, said Qu Jianying helplessly.

She had long since stepped into the Netherpassage realm and watched the old man struggle for many years. Who would have thought that with one breakthrough, he would suddenly soar to the point that he threw her behind him?

The Netherpassage realm tested a persons understanding of the cycle of life and death. If you understood, then you understood. If you didnt, then you didnt. There was no way to force it.

Thinking back to the old mans pleased expression when he had swaggered over to show off in front of her, she couldnt help finding it funny.

Long Chen, you almost stripped Zhao Wuji and took one of Shi Lingfengs eyes. Im familiar with both powers that theyre from. The Mechanism Sect is filled with petty little people. Theyre insidious and scheming, so theres no chance they'll leave matters as they are. Furthermore, their reputation is garbage, and they have no allies. Thats why its strange that Shi Lingfeng would help Zhao Wuji. Theres no way that the Mechanism Sect will attack the Martial Heaven Alliances headquarters, but I am worried that they might attack the Xuantian Dao Sect and the Cloud Chasing Heaven Swallowing Sparrow race.

The Mechanism Sects reputation always preceded them. They were never reasonable. Launching sneak attacks from behind was their specialty. If they couldnt find Long Chen, they would target the people close to him. The closest people they could target were the Xuantian Dao Sect and the Cloud Chasing Heaven Swallowing Sparrow race.

Although everyone knew that Long Chens parents were in the Wine God Palace, no one would dare to touch the Wine God Palace.

Do you want to make some arrangements? asked Qu Jianying.

For now, theres no need. The Xuantian Dao Sect will definitely be fine. As for the Cloud Chasing Heaven Swallowing Sparrow race, Ill make my own arrangements. The only thing I want to ask you is if the Mechanism Sect is destroyed, what kind of reaction will there be on the continent?

How could that happen?

Im just asking. And the Stone race too, if theyre destroyed, will that affect the continent? asked Long Chen.

Qu Jianying thought about it for a moment. The Mechanism Sect is a nest of rats. If they were destroyed, the world would only rejoice. As for the Stone race, they rarely have any contact with other races. Their arrogance drives people away from them. They have no allies.

Then everything will be fine. My anger from this gathering has some good targets to be unleashed upon.

Just what are you planning? The Mechanism Sect is hated but still managed to survive for so long. Dont underestimate them, warned Qu Jianying. Long Chens smile made her think that he was about to do something very dangerous again.

Hehe, its nothing. Im sure you still have work to do, so Ill take a trip to the Heaven Splitting Battle Sect. I need to ask for some help from the old man. Im sure that old man will be very interested, haha!

Long Chen left, leaving behind a shocked Qu Jianying.