Great Villain: Starting by Humiliating the Son of the Heavenly Fate - Chapter 60

Chapter 60: Meeting the Sect Master Chapter 60: Meeting the Sect Master Standing at the entrance of her residence, Ning Xian pleaded, “Master, please come with us.” Her eyes were bright with unshed tears, ready to flow down her cheeks.

“My dear disciple, I belong here in Autumn Glory City.

I can’t leave,” Qiu Liaoxi said with a comforting smile.

“My heart is with you, but my duty is to the Jiang Clan.” She then moved closer and tenderly wiped Ning Xian’s tears, adding in a soft yet determined voice, “I want to use my alchemy skills to repay Jiang Chen’s kindness for saving my life, dedicating everything I can to help the Jiang Clan.” At that moment, Jiang Chen bowed respectfully to Qiu Liaoxi, saying with gratitude, “We shall respect your wishes, Alchemist Qiu.” “Thank you, Jiang Chen,” Qiu Liaoxi replied with appreciation.

“Please look after my Xian’er, and may the blessings of the heavens and the earth guide and protect both of you on your journey,” she expressed, her gaze lingering on the couple, radiating love and concern.

Jiang Chen nodded silently in response before turning his gaze toward Ning Xian, reassuring her gently, “Xian’er, I know it’s tough to part with your master.

But don’t worry, Alchemist Qiu will be safe here with the Jiang Clan.

They value her skills and wisdom, and they’ll take good care of her.” Hearing these words, they comforted Ning Xian’s heavy heart.

She nodded to Jiang Chen, her eyes filled with trust and gratitude.

Witnessing this, Jiang Chen tenderly held her hand, and with a final, sincere goodbye to Qiu Liaoxi, they turned and walked towards the entrance of the estate.

…

Soon, outside the Jiang Clan’s estate, Jiang Chen and Ning Xian stood together, while Elder Ge positioned himself behind them, his head bowed in a respectful, serious manner.

Jiang Xingtai, Du Bailei, and Zhou Ruiyu, the three experts of the Mysterious Platform realm, along with several notable individuals from Autumn Glory City, said their goodbyes one after another.

“Chen’er, the Starry Abyss Sect has plenty of resources, but they won’t be easy to get.

Take these items with you; they might come in handy,” Jiang Xingtai advised, handing over several items.

“True, true, Nephew Jiang Chen, don’t think I’ve given you too little,” Zhou Ruiyu chimed in, presenting his own contributions.

“Young friend Jiang Chen, please accept these gifts from me.

I’ll be staying in Autumn Glory City from now on.

If you need help, just let me know,” Du Bailei offered, extending his support.

“Young Master Jiang Chen, I found this spiritual plant, which is reportedly very beneficial for those at the Spiritual Awakening realm.

Please take it,” another elder added, presenting the plant.

“…” One by one, each person stepped forward and placed storage artifacts into Jiang Chen’s hands.

‘What the heck!

Why are so many people here this time?’ Jiang Chen thought, slightly surprised.

‘When I left for the Starry Abyss Sect from Autumn Glory City before, there weren’t nearly this many to see me off.’ ‘It looks like my Black Heavenly Fate is really something.

These gifts are a bit of good fortune too,’ he mused, happily accepting the presents.

What made him even happier was that Du Bailei had decided to stay in Autumn Glory City.

As the president of the White Mountain Chamber of Commerce, Du Bailei had extensive travel experience not only across the Mysterious Truth Continent but also to neighboring continents, gaining a lot of experience and valuable skills in gathering intelligence.

In any case, Du Bailei was an incredibly resourceful person.

However, there was also a hidden danger associated with Du Bailei, which was the person who tried to control him using the Swallowing Body Snatching Soul Grass.

If he had the time, it would be worth having a talk with him to find out who was secretly pulling the strings.

Having accepted the gifts from the crowd, Jiang Chen and Ning Xian left the city, heading straight for the Starry Abyss Sect.

Elder Ge, sharp as ever, chose to hang back and disappeared in the blink of an eye.

On their way, Jiang Chen suddenly remarked, “This pace is a bit slow.

We need to get to the Starry Abyss Sect as quickly as possible.” “Xian’er, let me carry you,” he suggested.

“Alright!” Ning Xian agreed with a hint of shyness.

She was gradually getting used to the idea.

Jiang Chen gave a mischievous smile and lifted Ning Xian onto his back, instructing her, “Make sure you hold on tight,” before leaping hundreds of meters into the sky.

Ning Xian, taken by surprise, let out a startled shriek, “Ah!” as she instinctively gripped Jiang Chen firmly.

However, just moments later, Jiang Chen, feeling a bit sheepish, said, “Ahem, sorry about that!

I haven’t done a lot of flying, so I’m not very skilled at it.” He had wanted to impress her but forgot that it was his first time flying continuously in the sky, resulting in their flight path being somewhat shaky and erratic.

…

Time marched on, and as they traveled through the vast Thousand Star Mountain Range, the majestic Starry Abyss Heavenly Peak, reaching high into the clouds, came into view.

They were greeted by towering ancient trees and dense spiritual Qi that swirled around like billowing white mist.

Suddenly, a streak of light arced gracefully through the sky, descending onto the plaza near the main gate of the Starry Abyss Sect.

It transformed into a man and woman who seemed to have emerged from a fairy tale, radiating charm and harmony.

It was Jiang Chen and Ning Xian.

At this moment, the sect’s grand competition had just finished, and an important announcement was scheduled for the next day.

Consequently, except for a few disciples with special circumstances, all members of the Starry Abyss Sect were present, making the atmosphere more vibrant than usual.

As soon as they spotted Jiang Chen and Ning Xian, the disciples’ attention was immediately captured by the duo.

“It’s Senior Brother Jiang Chen!” one disciple exclaimed excitedly.

“Wow, this young lady is so beautiful.

Could she be a servant brought back by Senior Brother Jiang Chen, or…?” another disciple speculated curiously.

“Don’t jump to conclusions.

By the looks of it, this young lady is no ordinary person.

She might be Senior Brother Jiang Chen’s partner!” a third disciple suggested wisely.

“Besides, she’s reached the Late-stage of the Original Movement realm at such a young age.

She’s definitely a prodigy.

I’m jealous!” “…” Some disciples continued their discussions, while others approached Jiang Chen one by one to show their respect.

“Senior Brother Jiang Chen!” one greeted with reverence.

“Hello, Senior Brother Jiang Chen!” another said respectfully.

“Senior Brother Jiang Chen, please accept our respects!” “…” The voices of the disciples blended together, creating a lively and respectful atmosphere.

“Greetings to all my Junior Brothers and Sisters,” Jiang Chen responded, graciously acknowledging each of their greetings.

Soon after, he led Ning Xian to the Sect’s main hall, the Starry Abyss Grand Hall.

Positioned in the middle to upper region of the Starry Abyss Heavenly Peak, it stood prominently.

Yet, an even more mysterious structure was situated further up, enveloped in clouds and mist that hindered divine senses.

It was rumored to be the Cave Mansion of Chu Xingming, the founder of the Starry Abyss Sect.

Nowadays, it was believed to contain the hidden reserves of the Starry Abyss Sect.

It was speculated that at least one Heavenly Origin realm powerhouse might be in seclusion there, though whether there were more remained uncertain.

In no time, Jiang Chen led Ning Xian into the Starry Abyss Grand Hall.

As the second most significant building in the Sect, only outdone by the Starry Abyss Heavenly Gate, the main entrance, it radiated an air of majesty and splendor.

Feng Jun, the current Sect Master of the Starry Abyss Sect, was known for his strong work ethic, spending almost every day inside the hall.

Consequently, a spirit-gathering formation had been specially installed within the hall to enhance the environment.

In the center of the Starry Abyss Grand Hall, a solemn and respectful ambiance filled the air.

A large, beautifully carved wooden table stretched horizontally across the hall.

Sect Master Feng Jun was engrossed in his work at the table, his head bent in intense focus.

‘Villain Eye!’ With just a thought, Jiang Chen activated his ability to view the information about the other person.

The panel displayed the following details: [Name: Feng Jun Realm: Late-stage Mysterious Platform Status: Passerby Fate Value: 769] Clearly, Sect Master Feng Jun had initially been a supporting character in Lin Feng’s plotline.

However, after Lin Feng’s downfall, he shifted to the role of a passerby.

Intriguingly, his Fate Value seemed to have risen since then.

Feng Jun was carefully reviewing the battle rankings and performance records of the disciples who had participated in the sect’s grand competition, evaluating their potential.

“Jiang Chen, what brings you here to see me?” he asked, just as he finished looking through the last page of the records.

Lifting his head, he noticed Jiang Chen and was briefly surprised before his gaze shifted to Ning Xian.

Before Feng Jun could ask anything, Jiang Chen quickly interjected, “This is Ning Xian.

I’d like to recommend her as a disciple of the sect.

She has outstanding aptitude, comparable to mine, and she’s very skilled in healing and alchemy.” “As for her background…” he continued, methodically providing a comprehensive explanation of her circumstances, one detail after another.

Jiang Chen chose not to hide the existence of the Thousand Green Pill Heart Records, as there was no need for secrecy.

The sect wouldn’t prevent disciples from pursuing their own opportunities, especially since he was a core disciple.

He also explained the reasons behind the Purple Bamboo Spirit Mountain’s hostile actions.

Importantly, Jiang Chen highlighted the importance of the secret key required to access the Thousand Green Pill Heart Records.

He mentioned that due to the complexity of comprehending the entire manual, no copies had been made so far.

This was to ensure that no one would bother Ning Xian about it.

Moreover, Jiang Chen knew Feng Jun well.

Feng Jun highly valued the potential of his disciples.

With Ning Xian’s exceptional abilities, there was no doubt in Jiang Chen’s mind that Feng Jun would accept her into the sect.

Additionally, Feng Jun was known for his generosity towards talented disciples.

Upon hearing Jiang Chen’s introduction of Ning Xian’s abilities, Feng Jun became immediately interested.

He took out an aptitude testing device and assessed Ning Xian, confirming that she indeed had Upper Grade aptitude.

“Hahaha!” Feng Jun laughed heartily after seeing the test results, remarking, “The Purple Bamboo Spirit Mountain in the Bright Cloud Continent, right?

I’ve had dealings with them before; those people are truly without shame.” “Ning Xian, from today onwards, focus on your training here at the Starry Abyss Sect.

If the Purple Bamboo Spirit Mountain dares to cause trouble for our Sect, I’ll take care of them myself.

And regarding the safety of your people in Autumn Glory City, I’ll send a Middle-stage Mysterious Platform realm Elder to ensure their protection,” he assured her, then handed Ning Xian a disciple token.

The disciple token only needed a blood recognition.

After Ning Xian dripped her blood onto the token, she officially became an outer disciple of the Starry Abyss Sect.

‘Fantastic!’ Ning Xian thought to herself, holding the disciple token tightly, her heart brimming with excitement.

‘I am now a disciple of the Starry Abyss Sect as well.’ ‘From now on, I can live with Jiang Chen in the Starry Abyss Sect.

Once I become stronger, I’ll find the right moment to go back home and take my revenge,’ she resolved in her mind, determined to make the most of her new opportunity.

At that moment, Feng Jun looked at Jiang Chen and Ning Xian, saying with a knowing smile, “Jiang Chen, since you brought Ning Xian here, and I can see that your relationship is special, you should take on the role of mentoring her from now on.” Hearing this, Ning Xian’s cheeks turned a soft shade of pink, and she gently twirled the hem of her skirt with her delicate, white jade fingers.

“Thank you, Sect Master,” Jiang Chen replied, bowing his head respectfully.

His goal was to openly confirm his relationship with Ning Xian, to prevent any ‘villains’ from causing problems.

“Well then, we’ll take our leave now,” he said, preparing to leave with Ning Xian by his side.

“Wait,” Feng Jun suddenly called out to Jiang Chen.

“Since you’re here, I’ll tell you about the announcement that’s going to be made tomorrow, as it’s somewhat related to you.” “Related to me?” Jiang Chen responded, his eyebrows raising in surprise and his heartbeat accelerating slightly.

How had this suddenly become something concerning him?

he wondered.