Son, Put Your Father To The Test (FF)

In just one day, Qin Chuan had deceived the five major sects under the Jiang family's control, earning so much that even he felt a bit embarrassed.

When the five sect patriarchs arrived at the Jiang family headquarters, each holding their respective Recording Stone, they were all stunned.

This man… was utterly shameless!

He had sold the same information to all five sects, and at an exorbitant price, no less!

They couldn't fathom how a Ninth Heavenly Layer powerhouse could stoop to such disgraceful, bottomless behavior.

A senior figure, no less!

Where was his honor? His integrity?

Was there no basic trust left between people anymore?!

While these five sect leaders stewed in frustration, the Jiang family was overjoyed upon receiving the Recording Stone.

The timing of this information couldn't have been more perfect.

It was as though the heavens themselves were helping them!

"Prepare 100,000 Recording Stones at once and mobilize all the forces under the Jiang family! Spread this news far and wide!"

"Publicize it to the fullest! We want everyone to know!"

"Turn Qin Zi into a hated figure, hunted by all! Let Qin Chuan fume with helpless rage, and let the world see that when the Jiang family wants to deal with someone… we have plenty of ways to do it!"

The Jiang family's high command swiftly issued their orders, and the massive Jiang family, deeply entrenched in the Eastern Domain, began to move.

The Jiang family had countless members and an even greater number of subordinate forces. When they all acted in unison, their influence was terrifying.

In this world, while sheer numbers might not always matter in battle, they certainly did in spreading information.

"Have you heard? Qin Zi has an imperial weapon!"

"Of course! There's a Recording Stone at the Wind Whisper Tower showing clear footage of Qin Zi using the weapon!"

"I saw it too! Even the black market has a Recording Stone displaying the same scene."

"And the city gate has one too! People can come and see it, and there are guards watching over it."

"Tsk, tsk, tsk… It seems a powerful force wants Qin Zi dead. By now, everyone must know about this."

"I heard Qin Zi is incredibly gifted. He even defeated Jiang Shen Nong, the Jiang family's young master. The imperial weapon was likely something he obtained after passing some test in the Xuantian Vault, which shows how extraordinary he is."

"I believe he has the potential of an emperor."

"I think so too. It's just a pity he offended the wrong people. Now, he's likely doomed. Truly, heaven is envious of talented people."

"I suspect it's the Jiang family behind this…"

"Shh! Be careful what you say, brother!"

Across the major cities of the Eastern Domain, similar discussions erupted. Many were simply watching the show, while others sighed with regret.

However, a few hidden experts among the crowds felt their blood stir with excitement.

These were the secluded, reclusive masters who had long withdrawn from the world. Now, their thirst for battle was rekindled.

Murderous intent was quietly brewing.

A large-scale hunt for Qin Zi was beginning, like seeds of carnivorous plants silently taking root and growing rampant…

Meanwhile, back at Shenxia Mountain, Qin Chuan had already returned and was lounging on a white jade chair, waiting patiently to grow stronger.

Listening to the wind and rain from the tower.

Watching the affairs of the world with detachment.

This was his current mindset!

He had no concerns that his son would be killed. The more noise there was, the less actual danger there would be.

As the true son of destiny, Qin Zi could not possibly fall victim to such trivial schemes. Instead, he would likely defeat his enemies multiple times or stumble upon some mysterious place, turning calamity into fortune. In the end, this was just another training opportunity for him.

After all, jade needs to be polished to become a gem.

Youngsters need these trials to grow stronger.

Moreover, this incident had drawn the attention of the entire Eastern Domain, inadvertently raising Qin Zi's fame.

As long as Qin Zi survived this ordeal, his reputation would skyrocket, and the system's task—"My Son Qin Zi Has the Bearing of an Emperor"—would naturally be completed.

And then… Emperor Realm Divine Powers would be his!

Sure enough, two days later, Qin Zi was ambushed.

The first attacker was a Second Heavenly Layer Saint, who was quickly slain by Qin Zi's imperial weapon.

Subsequent attackers grew stronger, forcing Qin Zi to flee. It appeared he had slipped into several death traps, only to emerge each time with greater strength, killing those who lay in wait for him.

However, the strength of the attackers varied widely, with no clear progression. Qin Zi might kill a Fifth Heavenly Layer Saint only to be chased by a Third Heavenly Layer Saint shortly after.

Part of this inconsistency was due to misinformation. Weaker individuals didn't know Qin Zi had already killed someone stronger, so they assumed they could handle him.

Another factor was sheer greed. Some thought that after Qin Zi's previous battles, he would be exhausted, and they could swoop in like sparrows… only to be swiftly slaughtered themselves.

As time went on, more powerful figures began to take action, and Qin Chuan finally started to reap the benefits.

"Ding! A Seventh Heavenly Layer Saint harbors killing intent toward your son. Upholding the principle of fatherly love, your cultivation has been raised to the Seventh Heavenly Layer Saint Realm, where you are unrivaled at your level."

As the system prompt rang out, Qin Chuan, still lying on his chair, felt a surge of strength fill his body. Yet he remained calm and unmoved.

More days passed.

"Ding! An Eighth Heavenly Layer Saint harbors killing intent toward your son. Upholding the principle of fatherly love, your cultivation has been raised to the Eighth Heavenly Layer Saint Realm, where you are unrivaled at your level."

Once again, Qin Chuan grew stronger.

Yet, he continued lounging in his chair, as lazy as a salted fish—unmotivated and indifferent.

Despite never cultivating, his strength kept rising at a rapid pace.

What a nuisance!

However, after several more days, the system's prompts suddenly stopped. Qin Chuan didn't pay much attention at first, continuing to wait.

But after a few more days of silence, he finally sensed something was off. Rising from his chair, he retrieved his Eastern Domain Affairs Bulletin jade slip.

A quick scan left him speechless.

The latest news read:

Feather Emperor of the Eastern Victory Divine Sect had publicly declared that Qin Zi was his disciple, and that the imperial weapon had been bestowed upon him by the sect. Anyone who dared to continue hunting Qin Zi would be making enemies of both emperors of the Eastern Victory Divine Sect—an irreconcilable grudge that would end in death!

"That old buzzard Feather Emperor! He's trying to… cut off my source of power!" Qin Chuan ground his teeth in frustration, his face twisted with rage.

Everything had been progressing smoothly.

But now, thanks to Feather Emperor's intervention, who would still dare to go after Qin Zi? The deterrence of two Emperor-level powerhouses wasn't something to be taken lightly.

Especially the Eastern Victory Divine Sect's Twin Emperors!

The sect had two Emperors—Feather Emperor and Sword Emperor. Sword Emperor was Feather Emperor's master and even more unfathomable than him!

Being hunted by two Emperor-level figures meant having nowhere to hide. Even if one did obtain the imperial weapon, they would never have the chance to enjoy it!

In truth, Feather Emperor's actions had disrupted Qin Chuan's plans. He ought to be grateful, but he knew better. There was no way this was done out of goodwill—Feather Emperor was undoubtedly scheming to seize the imperial weapon!

But the old fox was using an open scheme.

Feather Emperor had publicly claimed Qin Zi as his disciple and the weapon as his gift. Given that Qin Zi was on the run, he would likely accept the claim for the sake of his own survival.

Under normal circumstances, Qin Chuan would have to accept it too, for his son's safety.

As a result, the imperial weapon, in the eyes of everyone, would truly belong to Feather Emperor.

Then, after the situation had calmed, Feather Emperor could simply find an excuse to "reclaim" the weapon, and no one would object.

It was a brilliant, perfectly legal robbery!

"But Feather Emperor, you old rat! You want to take advantage of me? You think I'll let you get away with it?"

Gradually, a cold smile crept across Qin Chuan's face.