Chapter 794

Chapter 794: The Lord of Chibi (Part One)

The Misty Mountains Realm is a small world enveloped in perpetual mist.

Though the Sacred Ancestor Path ensures that the cities within this realm do not become isolated islands, the absence of a unified dynasty or grand sects akin to those in the world of cultivation means each city functions as an independent small principality.

The city lord, naturally, reigns as the supreme prince of such a principality!

However, only those who are innate strong fighters are deemed worthy to ascend the throne; without strength, one cannot hope to hold onto power.

Upon hearing Wang Chen’s words, Shao Hongcheng felt as though a great fortune had fallen from the heavens directly into his lap.

He nearly swooned from the shock.

But he quickly regained his composure and offered a wry smile, “Junior brother, it’s not that I don’t wish to, but I truly lack the capability.”

Shao Hongcheng was acutely aware that, given his innate talents, breaking through to the Post-natal Great Realm was already a miraculous feat.

To ascend the throne with a post-natal status would be unacceptable to everyone!

Was Wang Chen intending for him to be a mere puppet?

This thought suddenly crossed Shao Hongcheng’s mind, prompting him to hastily add, “If it’s your request, then I…”

Being a puppet…

Wouldn’t be an issue!

“Senior brother, you’re overthinking things.”

Wang Chen waved his hand with a gentle smile: “I’ve told you before, I won’t remain in Chibi City indefinitely, and your role will not be that of a nominal Lord of Chibi!”

It was straightforward; Wang Chen intended to elevate Shao Hongcheng to the Innate Realm!

Achieving this was undoubtedly a formidable challenge, one that Wang Chen could not accomplish alone.

But he had the guidance of his venerable companion—Elder Yao!

Understanding Wang Chen’s intentions, Shao Hongcheng felt his heart race and his Qi and blood surge. His hands trembled slightly: “Really, is that truly possible?”

He couldn’t help but oscillate between hope and doubt; his confidence was not strong enough.

Wang Chen gave his shoulder a reassuring pat: “Senior brother, trust me.”

Tossing the seal of Chibi City lightly in his hand, Wang Chen declared, “Come, let’s make our way to the city lord’s office.”

Wang Chen had already devised a plan. He would first secure the position of the Lord of Chibi and then strive to elevate Shao Hongcheng to the Innate Realm. Once reunited with Hu Jiao Jiao, he would abdicate in favor of Shao Hongcheng.

Wang Chen was even prepared for the worst-case scenario—that Hu Jiao Jiao might never arrive.

In such an event, he would have to seek out the Mysterious Fox Order himself to find a means to depart from this world!

The city lord’s office stood at the heart of the city, encircled by high walls, a fortress within a fortress, with formidable defenses and stringent security.

“Halt!”

As Wang Chen and Shao Hongcheng approached the main entrance of the city lord’s office, they were immediately intercepted by two fully armed warriors.

“Make way!”

Shao Hongcheng stepped forward, his palms striking out with precision.

He was already an Innate Martial Artist who had condensed true energy, and dealing with two martial artists at the Marrow Refinement level was naturally effortless for him.

The two warriors were caught off guard and were immediately sent flying.

However, Shao Hongcheng did not use excessive force, and they landed on the ground, rolling a few times, looking disheveled as they watched the two intruders enter the city lord’s office.

One of the warriors hastily pulled a whistle from his pocket.

In the next moment, a sharp whistle pierced the air.

The seemingly quiet city lord’s office suddenly reacted like a giant beast awakening from slumber.

“Enemy attack!”

Teams of elite guards rushed in from various directions, quickly surrounding Wang Chen and Shao Hongcheng as they approached the main hall.

“Stop!”

Just as they were about to attack, a tall armored martial artist, with a scar on his face, shouted to halt them.

He looked uncertainly at Wang Chen and then cupped his fists in greeting, saying, “May I ask if you are Wang Chen, the Holy Master?”

The battle during the martial arts competition had made many recognize Wang Chen as a young innate strong fighter, leaving a deep impression on them.

This armored martial artist was one of them.

“That’s right.”

Shao Hongcheng answered for Wang Chen, “Commander Zhang, I advise you not to block our path.”

Although Shao Hongcheng and Wang Chen referred to each other as senior and junior brothers, he actually positioned himself as a subordinate.

The armored martial artist blocking their way was named Zhang Zhongxun, the leader of the guards in the city lord’s office and a renowned Innate Martial Artist.

Zhang Zhongxun ignored Shao Hongcheng and fixed his gaze on Wang Chen: “Holy Master Wang, my Master is currently in closed-door cultivation. If you wish to visit, please come another day!”

As he spoke, several figures appeared around them, exuding fierce energy that simultaneously locked onto Wang Chen.

City Lord Zhao had controlled Chibi City for ten years, so his forces were exceptionally strong; there were over ten openly visible Innate Martial Artists within the city lord’s office alone.

The assassins who had previously participated in the attempt on Wang Chen’s life belonged to secretive forces and were not included in this count.

The combined strength of these Innate Martial Artists, along with the elite guards in the office, could rival that of a single innate strong fighter.

Therefore, Zhang Zhongxun felt no fear.

“Your Master is already dead.”

Wang Chen decisively shattered their confidence, revealing the seal of Chibi City: “Before his death, he entrusted the position of city lord to me.”

Upon seeing the jade seal in Wang Chen’s hand, the surrounding guards erupted in an uproar.

This jade seal was the most important symbol of Zhao Zhenxuan, and everyone present recognized it. Wang Chen’s declaration of Zhao Zhenxuan’s demise stirred turbulent waves of shock in everyone’s hearts.

Zhao Zhenxuan was dead?

The City Lord Zhao, who was considered invincible in their minds, had died?

How could this be possible!

“Impossible!”

An elder with an imposing face stepped forward, speaking sternly: “Wang Chen, I respect you as an innate Martial Saint, but that does not give you the right to speak recklessly here. Guards, seize him…”

This elder was a steward in the city lord’s office, as well as a Close Relative of Zhao Zhenxuan.

He was one of the few who knew that Zhao Zhenxuan had secretly left the office with the assassins.

While others were skeptical of Wang Chen’s news, this elder believed about seventy to eighty percent of it.

Yet, exactly because of this, he could not tolerate Wang Chen seizing the city lord’s power.

Otherwise, the fate of the Zhao clan would be unimaginable.

Wang Chen had to die!

However, before he could finish his words, Wang Chen suddenly hurled the seal of Chibi City.

The jade seal rapidly enlarged in the air, transforming into a massive object the size of ten feet in the blink of an eye, crashing down toward the elder.

The elder felt a shadow cover him, and an overwhelming sense of fear surged within him.

He wanted to flee, but an invisible force held him in place, forcing him to watch helplessly as the giant object fell.

Boom!

The elder, possessing only Post-natal cultivation level, was crushed into a pulp on the spot!

The entire area fell silent.

This scene was too shocking and unbelievable, completely overturning their common sense, leaving everyone in a state of great astonishment, rendering them speechless.

They hardly dared to move, fearing they would become the next victim of suppression!

Wang Chen reached out and summoned the seal of Chibi City back to him.

When it landed in his palm, it returned to its original size.

Wang Chen held the seal, looking around, and asked, “Is there anyone else?”