Staying Alive Cautiously in the Celestial Realm and Becoming the Strongest

Previously, after creating a massive disturbance at the Wei Family by killing the Sand Tribe Locust and then suddenly vanishing, Wang Chen had undoubtedly left the Wei Family with a huge mess to deal with.

In desperation, Wei Chengzhi had no choice but to report the matter to the Chief Town Heavenly Master's Office, as well as the Grand Commander's Office.

The decision then lay in the hands of Luo Han and Kou Shihai, the two authorities.

He actually wanted to conceal it, but the problem was that such a big incident was impossible to hide.

Rather than being passively exposed, it was better to actively report it and perhaps earn some merit to mitigate the blame.

As a result, Wei Chengzhi, along with a number of Wei Family's senior members, were all detained.

And there still hasn't been a conclusion until now.

Even though the Wei Family was powerful, without its mainstay, the entire family was immediately in turmoil.

And there was always a possibility of collapse at any time.

Moreover, the Wei Family also had rivals and enemies in Dayi, and some inevitably took the opportunity to stir the pot and kick them while they were down.

Even if they couldn't completely topple the Wei Family, they wanted to bite off a large chunk of flesh!

In such a situation, Wei Qianqian had no choice but to come forward and seek help everywhere in order to rescue her father and the elders of the clan, preventing the Wei Family from falling into dust.

Then, through the guidance of a well-intentioned person, she sought out Wang Chen's disciples.

This young miss, who was originally uninvolved with worldly affairs, now put herself in a very humble position in front of Wang Chen as if she was willing to be picked and plucked at his leisure.

It was pitiful to watch.

If Wang Chen were the sort who took advantage of others, he might have already embraced the beauty at this moment, but as someone who never took advantage of someone's misfortune, he had no covetous intentions towards Wei Qianqian. Discover stories with My Virtual Library Empire

After pondering for a moment, Wang Chen said, "In this affair, the Wei Family was just unlucky and did not deliberately harbor a spy, I can testify for Superior Wei."

The Wei Family was indeed unlucky, chosen by the Sand Tribe Locust as its hiding place.

The locust had used some secret method to hide beneath the boudoir of Miss Wei, and not even the Three Purple Mansions had any clue about it.

Unlucky though they were, the two members of the Purple Mansion from the Wei Family had also exerted themselves in the fight with the Sand Tribe Locust.

Wang Chen had seen it with his own eyes, and was willing to speak in their defense.

His words carried substantial weight in this matter!

Wei Qianqian immediately brightened with joy and hurriedly bowed down, "Thank you, Heavenly Master, for your magnanimity. I, this young lady, I am willing…"

She wanted to say she was willing to work like an ox or a horse in repayment, but she had just been rejected by Wang Chen and could not bring herself to say it.

Wang Chen waved his hand, "Go, return home and wait for news."

With tears brimming in her beautiful eyes, Wei Qianqian respectfully gave Wang Chen a grand bow.

After Miss Wei of the Wei Family left, Wang Chen sent a Talisman Message to Kou Shihai, explaining his attitude and stance regarding his involvement with the Wei Family, trusting that the latter would understand his meaning.

Fortunately, Kou Shihai was in charge of dealing with the Wei Family; otherwise, if it were Luo Han, any attempt by Wang Chen to speak for the Wei Family would likely have been a disservice.

Kou Shihai quickly replied with a message of his own.

After reading it, Wang Chen was relieved.

With his endorsement, at worst, the Wei Family would receive a minor reprimand this time; they couldn't get away without any consequence, but it was unlikely to shake their foundation. In any case, they were sure to safely get through it.

Wang Chen thought about it and decided to handwrite a letter, which he then had someone deliver to the Wei Family for Miss Wei.

As a good Samaritan completing the task to the end, it would spare her from further anxiety.

With that, this affair was considered over.

In the days that followed, Wang Chen stayed in the Shangxun Heavenly Master Pavilion to cultivate in seclusion, basically not seeing any visitors.

Quietly awaiting the Sect's decree.

During this time, Wei Qianqian came once more but did not get to see Wang Chen's face.

The young miss left a generous gift.

Wang Chen thus knew that the Wei Family was safe and put the matter out of his mind.

He had a feeling that his days in Dayi City were likely not much longer.

Although Wang Chen had served as the Guarding Heavenly Master in Dayi City for less than a year, his intuition told him that he would be moving again soon!

And indeed, things turned out just as Wang Chen had anticipated.

Half a month after the three Golden Cores left, the sect decree from the West Sea Sect finally arrived, though belatedly.

The content of the decree was simple—ordering Wang Chen to return to the sect gate immediately to report on his duties!

Although it wasn't stated explicitly, Wang Chen's departure from Dayi had become a certainty.

"Junior Brother Wang, congratulations!"

Kou Shihai, who delivered the sect's directive to Wang Chen, said to him with a beaming smile, "On your return this time, you're bound to be promoted!"

Not a word in the decree mentioned rewards for Wang Chen; it only instructed him to return. Ordinary people might not understand, but how could Kou Shihai, as the Grand Commander, not see it!

This was clearly the sect's intent to make greater use of Wang Chen!

Wang Chen's current status was that of an entry-level disciple, and his advancement upon returning was as good as nailed down.

The question was simply which of the veins he would enter.

The West Sea Nine Veins had strong and weak members, and the conditions offered by the Upper Three Veins were something the Lower Three Veins couldn't even begin to compare with.

At the very least, Wang Chen should be able to secure a position in the Middle Three Veins, right?

This would put him far ahead!

Though he envied Wang Chen, Kou Shihai did not harbor any jealousy and genuinely felt happy for him.

Over the years, Wang Chen had been the only newly-appointed Guarding Heavenly Master who had really suited his taste and temperament.

It was a pity he'd have to leave so soon.

"Thank you for your kind words, Senior Brother."

Wang Chen said with a smile, then paused before speaking again, "Senior Brother, there is another matter for which I'd like to ask your assistance."

Kou Shihai was generous, "As long as it's within my power, just say the word, and I'll help."

What Wang Chen spoke of was neither a major nor a minor matter.

It concerned the Xi Family.

Nowadays, the Xi Family could be considered staunch supporters of Wang Chen, the current Guarding Heavenly Master, having almost turned the Shangxun Heavenly Master Pavilion into half a Xi Family stronghold, for which they had even been ostracized by some families who pledged allegiance to the Chief Town Heavenly Master's Office.

If Wang Chen's position remained the same, the Xi Family would naturally have nothing to fear and could freely spread and expand their influence in their own territory.

But with Wang Chen leaving, they would definitely be at a loss, having fallen into a great pit.

While Wang Chen could very well just brush off his behind and walk away without caring about the life or death of the Xi Family,

having accepted them, he had the responsibility to ensure their well-being before his departure.

Otherwise, it would be all too easy to earn a reputation for callousness and unfeeling, and he couldn't expect others to serve him wholeheartedly in the future.

Therefore, Wang Chen wanted to ask Kou Shihai to take care of the Xi Family.

Even though Kou Shihai's influence was mainly at Town Sand Pass and he could not interfere with the affairs of the city, his influence and prestige in Dayi were incomparable, even to that of the Chief Town Heavenly Master, Luo Han.

With just a flick of his finger, protecting the Xi Family would be a breeze!

"A trifling matter."

Upon understanding the situation, Kou Shihai said unconcernedly, "As long as I am in office for one day, I can assure the Xi Family will have no worries."

He laughed, "Junior Brother Wang, you really are a person of great loyalty and sincerity."

Previously it was the Wei Family, and now the Xi Family. The favors Wang Chen sought were always for others, but what actual connection did he really have with these two families?

Wang Chen smiled faintly, "My only wish is to have a clear conscience."

A true man, he had his dos and don'ts; he conducted himself not seeking others' understanding, but having a clear conscience was the true path!

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The first chapter is hereby presented.