Chapter 227

Chapter 227 Temporary Compromise

Chen Ansheng sensed a thread of cold killing intent and immediately shrank his neck.

“This woman, even if she isn’t an Immortal King, is very close to that level. I can’t be too reckless. It’s better to agree to her first and wait for an opportunity to act!”

Chen Ansheng directly backed down.

Then, he put on a submissive expression and said, “Senior Immortal, please calm your anger. I am grateful for your favor, and I am willing to serve you.”

Chen Ansheng’s sudden change made the woman frown slightly. She coldly remarked, “I thought you had some backbone; have you really backed down this quickly?”

Chen Ansheng forced a smile and replied, “Compared to my life, pride is nothing; as the saying goes, those who understand the times are wise.”

“Fearing death is the trait of a petty person,” the woman scoffed, then continued, “But I like it.”

“Thank you, Senior Immortal.” Chen Ansheng bowed, then asked, “May I know how I can serve you?”

“First, return to the camp with me. After you pledge your loyalty, there will be tasks arranged for you,” the woman said indifferently.

“Understood, Senior Immortal.”

On the surface, Chen Ansheng remained calm, but deep down he was quite unhappy. The pledge she mentioned was likely a contract.

Once the contract was established, he would have no choice but to be loyal to her!

“Follow her to gather some information, then find a way to escape.”

Chen Ansheng made arrangements in his heart.

Then, Chen Ansheng followed the woman as they flew into the air, heading towards the vast sea.

After several hours, a misty area appeared ahead.

“Stay close to me!”

The woman warned, and a powerful wave of spiritual energy formed a protective shield surrounding both her and Chen Ansheng as they plunged into the mist.

Once inside the mist, everything became chaotic.

Chen Ansheng’s spiritual sense could not extend here.

Crack!

A bolt of lightning, coming from who knows where, struck the protective shield.

The shield remained intact, but the impact caused a severe ache in Chen Ansheng’s chest.

Before long, the mist ahead turned a fiery red, resembling flames.

The woman charged ahead, and Chen Ansheng felt as if he had fallen into molten lava, his immortal body nearly scorched.

After emerging from the mist, they entered an area of extreme cold.

Sharp ice spikes floated everywhere; even if they collided with the woman’s protective shield, it wouldn’t shatter, which showed how tough it was.

Chen Ansheng thought to himself that if he had entered alone, he probably would have died countless times.

“This should be a place of chaotic laws.”

After navigating some more dangerous areas, Chen Ansheng began to understand.

About half an hour later, the mist finally disappeared.

Looking down, a black sea revealed a celestial island.

This island was vast, estimated to be three times the size of the South Zhanzhen region.

Soon, the two landed on the celestial island, in the center of a huge plaza.

“Welcome, Great General!”

The soldiers guarding the plaza knelt in salute upon seeing the woman.

“Great General? Is this woman not an Immortal King but just a worker?” Chen Ansheng thought quietly.

“General, who is this person?”

At this time, a man in white flew closer, fixating his gaze on Chen Ansheng.

“I went out to handle some matters and conveniently brought someone back. Just right, arrange for him to join the camp and pledge loyalty,” the woman said.

“Understood.” The man nodded, then asked, “May I ask the General about his cultivation level and which camp he will be assigned to?”

The woman replied indifferently, “The newly established scout camp is lacking personnel, so just assign him there.”

“Understood.”

The man then led Chen Ansheng towards the northern part of the celestial island.

“You’re lucky, kid. You actually caught the Great General’s attention.”

As they flew through the air, the white-clad man spoke first.

“Yeah, indeed! I just arrived at the Abyssal Dragon Sea, and I didn’t expect to be noticed by that Senior Immortal. My luck is truly incredible.” Chen Ansheng forced a smile and asked, “May I know how to address the Senior Immortal?”

The man glanced at Chen Ansheng with disdain, the corner of his mouth curling into a scornful smile, without answering.

He understood that this kid wanted to ingratiate himself.

Chen Ansheng noticed the man’s arrogance, but he thought that such arrogance was a product of incorrect social skills.

Thus, Chen Ansheng took out ten ink crystals and presented them to the man. “I am new here, and I appreciate your guidance, so I offer this little token of gratitude. Please accept it.”

The man was taken aback for a moment, secretly thinking that he didn’t expect this kid to be quite sensible and generous.

“Hahaha, little brother, you’re too polite.”

The man accepted the ink crystals, his laughter becoming more cheerful.

“Now that you’re on our Hongyuan Island, we’re all in it together. My surname is Li, and my name is Fengtian; I am one of the coordinators on the island.”

“Ah, it’s Lord Li. My apologies for being disrespectful.”

Chen Ansheng pretended to be polite, giving the man a respectful greeting.

Li Fengtian was quite satisfied with Chen Ansheng’s attitude, unlike some awkward newcomers who would act high and mighty at first, only to be sorted out by him later.

“What do you call yourself, little brother?”

“My surname is Chen, my given name is Ansheng.”

Li Fengtian nodded slightly and said, “Since you are so understanding, I’ll give you a heads up: the newly established scout camp is led by a strict taskmaster. You need to be careful once you get there.”

Chen Ansheng smiled and said, “Thank you for the reminder, Lord Li.”

Afterward, he took out another ink crystal and handed it over.

“We’re on the same side, no need for courtesy.” Li Fengtian smiled widely and said, “I enjoy dealing with straightforward people like you. Afterward, I’ll speak a few words on your behalf to get you a good position.”

“This will all depend on you, Lord Li.”

Chen Ansheng smiled and bowed his hands.

“Easy to say.”

About a quarter of an hour later, the two arrived at a camp.

There were powerful restrictions guarding this place, making it impossible to see the situation inside from the outside.

Entry required a token.

“The taskmaster is a mid-stage Celestial Immortal Demon Cultivator personally recruited by Prince Han, and even I dare not offend her lightly. However, if she dares to make things difficult for you, I will speak to the Great General on your behalf, so you need not worry too much.”

“Understood, thank you, Lord Li.”

Chen Ansheng took out another ink crystal to present it.

This amount of ink crystals was just a trifling sum for him, akin to feeding a dog; it did not bother him at all.

Li Fengtian was naturally overjoyed.

The two entered the camp, and after a soldier reported, they made their way to the front military tent.

“The taskmaster commands that new recruits join the hardship training for three months and do not come to see her!”

A soldier stepped out to announce.

Li Fengtian stood with his hands behind his back and said indifferently, “This person was recommended by the Great General, and the Great General has given specific orders to exempt him from three months of hardship training and arrange another position for him. Hurry and report back to your taskmaster.”

“Yes, Lord Li, please wait a moment.”

Upon hearing these words, the soldier hurriedly went to report back in the military tent.

Chen Ansheng felt delighted and couldn’t help thinking how nice it was to have money.

“The taskmaster requests you see her; you may enter!”

Before long, the soldier returned with a message.

Then, the two entered the military tent together.

At the head of the hall sat a woman with a veiled face, obscured by purple mist.

When the woman saw Chen Ansheng arrive, her entire being froze.