Chapter 184

Chapter 184: Rumors of the Spirit Realm

“Who do you want to save, and where is he?”

Chen Ansheng asked directly.

Hearing this, Jiang Buhui seemed to recall something, and his eyes suddenly became red.

After calming himself down, he responded, “I ask you to save my son; he was taken by an evil demon to the Forbidden Abyss fifteen years ago.”

“What!”

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yun Tian reacted strongly and couldn’t help but say, “Ninth Uncle, isn’t this putting the senior in a difficult position? The Forbidden Abyss is extremely perilous; even an emperor may not come out alive. I know your heartache, but I advise you to give up the thought of rescuing your nephew; it is impossible.”

“Shut up!”

Jiang Buhui rebuked.

Then he looked at Chen Ansheng and said solemnly, “Esteemed friend, I do not ask you to go save my son immediately; I only hope that when you rise in the future, you won’t forget my request. If you agree, I will risk my life to help you gather the medicinal materials!”

Chen Ansheng also stood up and said, “Deal. However, if the Forbidden Abyss is as dangerous as your nephew claims, your son is likely in grave danger.”

Jiang Buhui insisted, “No! My son’s life lamp has not gone out, which proves he is still alive.”

“Haha, then that’s good.” Chen Ansheng smiled and nodded, then said, “But there is one thing I don’t understand: why do you entrust this heavy responsibility to me?”

Jiang Buhui did not answer; he merely took out the list of medicinal materials and handed it back to Chen Ansheng.

Chen Ansheng took the list and glanced at it.

He noticed that the character for “immortal” in “Devouring Immortal Worm” was marked with a mysterious energy seal by Jiang Buhui.

This was the only character that had been marked.

Was this his reply?

It seemed that way!

Immediately, Chen Ansheng smiled and said, “Your eyesight is extraordinary; I admire your insight.”

Jiang Buhui also smiled and said, “I inadvertently learned of some matters, thus I dared to make a guess.”

Chen Ansheng cupped his hands and said, “I will rely on you for the medicinal materials. As for the matter of rescuing your son, I will act when the time is right.”

Upon hearing this, Jiang Buhui respectfully bowed to Chen Ansheng and said, “I will never disappoint your trust.”

The scene left Jiang Family’s two saints, Jiang Yun Tian and Jiang Chuyu, puzzled.

Especially Jiang Yun Tian, who completely did not understand what the two were discussing; they reached an agreement in just a few words and seemed quite satisfied.

Later, Jiang Buhui left, and Jiang Yun Tian invited Chen Ansheng to Linghu Island for a banquet.

……

God King Palace, Linghu Island.

This floating spiritual island has beautiful scenery, and it is where the Jiang Family holds the highest-level feasts.

In the past, only the heads of families from equally ranked clans or envoys from higher powers were qualified to feast here.

“Senior, please.”

Led by Jiang Yun Tian, Chen Ansheng entered Linghu Island.

As for Jiang Chuyu, she was not qualified to accompany them.

“Prince, please stay!”

As soon as they entered, a guard rushed over, respectfully stopping Jiang Yun Tian.

“Hmm?”

Jiang Yun Tian’s expression darkened.

“What is it?”

The guard immediately bowed and said, “I ask the prince and this esteemed person to rest here for a moment and not enter.”

Hearing this, Jiang Yun Tian became furious and slapped the guard, saying, “You dog, do you not know that our distinguished guest has arrived? Even my father and the elders are waiting for him!”

“I beg the prince and the esteemed person to wait half an hour.”

After being slapped away, the guard immediately knelt on one knee, blocking Jiang Yun Tian’s path.

“You servant!”

Jiang Yun Tian felt embarrassed and wanted to hit him again, but was stopped by Chen Ansheng.

“He is just acting on orders; there’s no need to make things difficult for him.”

Hearing Chen Ansheng’s persuasion, Jiang Yun Tian relented and coldly asked, “Why do you insist on blocking this prince? Who ordered it?”

The guard was shaken, his face turning purple under Jiang Yun Tian’s pressure.

If he didn’t tell the prince the reason, he feared he would force his way in, making it even harder for himself.

So, the guard struggled to say, “Reporting to Prince, it is because the Saint Son of the Feng Family has arrived and is currently meeting with the Grandfather. It is the Grandfather’s order to block all incoming people; I hope the prince forgives me.”

“Saint Son of the Feng Family!”

Jiang Yun Tian’s expression stiffened.

It was understandable why the guard was acting this way.

The Saint Son of the Feng Family was a descendant of a saint-level family and also acted on behalf of the Feng Family outside of Ling Tian.

Then, Jiang Yun Tian turned around and repeatedly apologized, “I’m sorry, Senior. It was my negligence in arrangements. Allow me to take you around to admire the beautiful scenery here. What do you think, Senior?”

“That will do.”

Chen Ansheng didn’t mind and directly agreed.

About half an hour later, the head of the Jiang Family flew from the other side of the lake.

Before he even arrived, he first made an apology, saying, “Brother, I sincerely apologize for the oversight, please don’t take offense.”

“This should be the head of the Jiang Family,” Chen Ansheng cupped his hands in return and said, “I prefer the scenery here over the banquet.”

“Hahaha.” Jiang Buxu said a few polite remarks and praised, “You truly are a free-spirited person. However, the banquet is ready, I hope you will honor us by attending.”

“Alright, respect is better than obedience, let’s go.”

Chen Ansheng agreed.

Not long after, by the willows by the lake, several senior members of the Jiang Family accompanied Chen Ansheng in drinking.

“Father, I heard that the Saint Son of the Feng Family was here earlier. Do you know what for?” Jiang Yun Tian asked during the banquet.

“I was just about to explain this to you.”

Jiang Buxu put down his wine cup, his expression suddenly serious.

“The Feng Family sent word that the Ancient Spirit Realm is about to open, and commanded our family to select ten qualified descendants to go to the Spirit Realm to compete for treasures.”

“I knew that guy would come for no good reason!”

Jiang Yun Tian’s face darkened, looking displeased.

At this moment, Chen Ansheng spoke up and asked, “Why would they send you to the Spirit Realm to seek treasures? Why are you angry?”

Jiang Yun Tian sighed, saying, “Senior, you may not know, but this so-called treasure hunt is just meant for our family’s disciples to do the Feng Family’s bidding; all the treasures they find must be handed over to the Feng Family.”

Chen Ansheng suddenly understood, saying, “You have no choice but to go?”

“That’s right.” Jiang Yun Tian shook his head with a pained expression, “The Feng Family is powerful; if we dare to refuse, we might invite disaster upon ourselves.”

“The Feng Family is quite tyrannical.” Chen Ansheng said.

“Indeed.” Jiang Yun Tian sighed deeply, “The last time the Spirit Realm opened, several of my cousins fell within. The Feng Family took all the treasures and didn’t even say a word of thanks.”

“Yun Tian, you must not speak carelessly in front of Brother Chen.”

After all, this was a matter that caused the Jiang Family to lose face, and Jiang Buxu quickly reprimanded.

Chen Ansheng smiled and looked at Jiang Buxu, saying, “Head of the Jiang Family, what treasures are actually in the Spirit Realm, and why doesn’t the Feng Family send their own descendants?”

Chen Ansheng had previously read a book on the Mystical Heaven Chronicles, which mentioned the Spirit Realm, saying it was a remnant from ancient times, but didn’t specify what was inside.

“Brother Chen, haven’t you been to the Spirit Realm?” Jiang Buxu questioned in surprise.

“I have been cultivating in the mountains of the outer realm, rarely paying attention to worldly matters.” Chen Ansheng replied.

“Right, right, right. Yun Tian has mentioned this to me before; I forgot for a moment.”

After speaking, Jiang Buxu took out an object and presented it to Chen Ansheng, “This item is the reason for going to the Spirit Realm.”

Chen Ansheng took a look and burst into laughter.

Just this?