Journey of the Fate Destroying Emperor novel Chapter 710

"Sect Master, you're here," said Yan Chen as he walked out of the cottage. "Come in."

Wang Wei walked inside the cottage, which was ordinary, with nothing but a mat for cultivation: there were no paintings on the wall, no tea table, and the room was barely enough to fit two people.

'The embodiment of simple and ordinary,' thought Wang We as he knew some cultivators used this method of abandoning luxury and comfort to temper their minds.

"I'm sorry, but I was not expecting guests," said Yan Chen before waving his hand to expand the internal space of the cottage. Furthermore, a table manifested before him with a tea set and a sitting mat for Wang Wei.

"It's fine," replied Wang Wei and sipping his tea. "How have you been doing?"

"I am okay," Yan Chen replied, looking at the sect master with mixed emotions. He was happy and proud as he was once the Dao Protector of such a Heaven-defying genius. He felt a sense of accomplishment as he watched as the latter rose step-by-step and left a legend that will forever be remembered throughout history. There is no better feeling in his old age than watching the younger generation surpass the previous one.

He felt hopeful because he knew of the future this young man would one day create. Finally, he felt sad as his role was too short; Wang Wei grew too fast, making his role as Dao Protector useless. A part of Yan Chen always thought he was inadequate in his role.

Wang Wei could detect all of Yan Chen's emotions. No matter how fast he grew up and surpassed the need for Yan Chen's protection, the latter was still his Dao Protector. He took an oath on his life to die before he allowed anything to happen to Wang Wei.

"I came here to ask you if you are interested in the position of Fate One."

Yan Chen paused his sipping, taking a moment to process this news. Then, he shook his head, "No need. I'm happy with just being an Immortal Venerable."

He did not have his own Dao, so Yan Chen knew he could not become a Dao Ancestor and access the Grand Dao Source–unless the Sword Empress let him borrow her Grand Dao Source. So, he was content with just being an Immortal Venerable."

"Don't waste your time and resources on me," continued Yan Chen. "From what I know about you, you should already have a candidate in mind." Not anyone can acquire the Fate One position. Although talent and such might not matter much, temperament and ideals are a must. Great Emperors will often choose people devoted to the sect and willing to spend the rest of their lives protecting their foundation.

If not chosen correctly, the situation of the Great Zhou Dynasty will repeat itself.

"I understand," replied Wang Wei. "However, as my Dao Protector, you are destined to become an Insurgent."

"Sect master–"

"You don't have to say anything," countered Wang Wei. "I know your worry, so I'm here to help you. Don't resist."

Wang Wei pointed his finger at Yan Chen's forehead, and his Divine Sense infiltrated the latter's Sea of Consciousness. Yan Chen did not hesitate or resist, showing his trust.

Wang Wei found Yan Chen's Primordial Spirit and began his work. He purified it as a way to increase Yan Chen's comprehension. The process was painful, but the old Dao Protector could bear such a level.

Since Wang Wei was the one doing the purification, it was a major success. But it was not over. He took five strings of Innate Qi from his Qi Flower Talent and used them to nourish Yan Chen's soul. He used Soul Laws to change the latter's innate origin or his natural-born comprehension talent.

The process lasted a few hours before finishing.

"Last step," said Wang Wei before accessing Yan Chen's Law Tree. He gently crushed the Dao Fruit without affecting the Sea of Consciousness and the Primordial Spirit; he ensured no backlash.

Yan Chen's aura drastically dropped as he reverted to the Saint Realm. However, he was happy. He belonged to the second class of True Monarch, the people who do not have their own Dao but also do not entirely follow the Ways of their Ancestors.

Although his class was better than those who followed the predecessor without a hint of innovation, his path was still incomplete and a dead end. He could not enter the Quasi-Emperor Realm and fuse with his Dharma Body.

But now, with his increased talent, he can comprehend his own Dao and create a scripture. He can enter the Quasi Emperor Realm and even bear the Heaven Will after sealing himself.