Chapter 1528: Going The Opposite Way

“Then I will put him away until I’m free to convert him into my Heavenly Demon Dependent,” said Ye Qing while putting away the Evil Body.

“So, what do we do now? Do you have a plan?” If Hao Tianhong was here, then Xuanyuan Wang and Yue Hanhai could not be far behind. It was time for them to leave.

They currently had three choices. One, they could change directions and continue to roam the seas. Two, they could hide in their blind spot and remain in the Profound Alliance. With Old Man Profound Firmament to provide cover for them, it should be possible for them to hide themselves from the three sect masters. And three, they could go in the opposite direction and sneak back to the God Continent.

Personally, he preferred the third option more. The three sect masters thought that he was being pursued by White Robe Demon Master right now, so there was a high chance they could continue to sweep the seas and away from the God Continent. This meant that returning was logically the best choice.

He was fairly sure that they wouldn’t be able to anticipate their movement either.

As if she could guess his thoughts, Feng Qingyou answered, “You’ve already thought of it, haven’t you?” “Well, yes.” Ye Qing nodded and told her his plan and reasoning.

Feng Qingyou mulled over it for a moment. “It’s a good idea. The God Continent must be pretty busy right now. If we head back now, we might be able to catch a pair of front row seats.”

“I know right?”

Although Feng Qingyou didn’t say what they were catching front row seats for, Ye Qing could guess it anyway. It could only be the clashes between Yan, Chu, Qi and Wei.

Since losing the Heavens’ Eye, Chu had been losing the Will of the Empire rapidly. Emperor Jing Run himself was seriously injured. There was no way the three empires who had been waiting for Chu to weaken all this time would allow such an excellent opportunity to slip through their fingers.

In fact, he reckoned that their plans were already underway.

It must be the calm before the storm on the God Continent right now.

“Are you leaving, young master, miss? Should I accompany you two?” Old Man Profound Firmament asked after listening to their conversation.

Ye Qing replied, “It’s fine. Stay in the Profound Alliance and continue overseeing the situation. Be careful when you deal with Hao Tianhong and his allies, you do not want to arouse their suspicion. And if they are trying something, then please report to me in a timely fashion.”

If Old Man Profound Firmament disappeared now, and the three sect masters discovered this, then they would surely grow suspicious. It would simply stir up unnecessary trouble. He was better off staying here and acting as their eyes and ears when necessary.

Old Man Profound Firmament saluted him. “This old one understands.”

Ye Qing added, “Oh right, you don’t need to spy on them on purpose. The reward isn’t worth the risk of being discovered. Your safety matters above all else.” “This old one understands. Do not worry, young master,” Old Man Profound Firmament replied.

“Mm.” Ye Qing suddenly tapped Old Man Profound Firmament on the forehead. Several breaths later, he withdrew his finger and said, “I’ve bestowed you some of the Burning Nether Holy Lord’s powers. Refine it as soon as possible. It will help you grow stronger.” Old Man Profound Firmament said gratefully, “Thank you for the boon, young master.”

“You’re welcome. It’s what you deserve[1].”

“See you later, young master, miss.” Old Man Profound Firmament saluted them deeply. By the time he got up, Ye Qing and Feng Qingyou were already gone.

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“It’s been over a month since we began this search. Do you think we can locate the Eight Views Sect?”

“Sigh. Who knows? Maybe our time hasn’t come yet.” “We can’t give up! I must join the Eight Views Sect and learn their unparalleled divine arts!”

“What’s going on? That wave is huge!”

On a Wave Fighter ship, a bunch of weathered

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men carrying swords and sabers were making idle chit-chat with each other. Judging from their weary faces, it was clear they had been roaming the sea for a long time.

Suddenly, a storm appeared out of seemingly nowhere and shook the ship violently. Some people lost their footing and hit the floor hard.

Not only that, as the winds howled, and the waves rocked, the ship threatened to flip over and capsize at any moment.

The reason this type of ship was named “Wave Fighter” was because they were tall, massive, and made using Sea Pear Wood. It was tough and immune to salt corrosion. It allowed the Wave Fighter to sail stably through stormy waves. That was why it was called Wave Fighter.

Not only that, this particular Wave Fighter was produced by the Southern Sea Ship Alliance. Their main trade was ship construction and passenger transport. To protect their customers, they installed various restrictions and arrays that made their ships immune to ordinary storms and Strangers.

It wasn’t like the passengers of this ship had never encountered bad weather before. However, Wave Fighter had always overcome them like they were treading on flat plains. They had never run into a situation like this.

Even worse, the wind and waves were only getting worse over time. Wave Fighter was shaking worse and worse as well. Like a duckweed on stormy waters, it was only a matter of time before it was overthrown and consumed by the waves.

For a time, everyone was screaming and panicking.

“Don’t worry, everyone. It will be fine.”

It was at this moment a man leaped out of the ship cabin and landed on the bow.

The silhouette landed without a sound, but the shaking ship abruptly became as steady as a rock like a mountain was sitting on its deck. The rampaging waves underneath the ship were instantly shattered as well.

“It’s Steward Fu!” “Steward Fu is taking action. We’re saved!”

The panicking people cheered like they had found their lifeline.

The newcomer was called Fu Qingbai. He was a Half-Step Trueman in his fifties. He was a guest warrior of the Southern Sea Ship Alliance and the steward of this Wave Fighter ship.

At the same time, mysterious runes appeared on the surface of the Wave Fighter ship and emitted waves of white light.

The next moment, the Wave Fighter shot forward like an arrow and pierced through the waves.

“Calm down, everyone. It’s just an ordinary storm!” Fu Qingbai stopped what he was doing and turned around to console the group.

“Thank you, Steward Fu!” “As expected of a Half-Step Trueman who is expected to make it to Trueman in the future. Senior Fu is amazing.” Seeing that the crisis had been neutralized, everyone on the ship broke into wide smiles and praised Fu Qingbai highly.

“Please, it is my duty.” Fu Qingbai’s reply was modest, but his smile only widened. It was clear he enjoyed the flattery.

“I don’t want to ruin everyone’s good mood, but I must warn you all that the danger isn’t over yet!”

It was at this moment an incongruous voice rang.

“Who are you? Who gave you the right to speak?”

“Yeah! Senior Fu already said it’s safe. How can there be more dangers?” “Who are you to question Senior Fu?” The crowd immediately turned around and rebuked the ordinary-looking young man.

Yes, the young man was ordinary in every way. His appearance, his aura, his presence, everything. They would not dare to rebuke him so otherwise.

“What do you mean, young one?”

Fu Qingbai stopped them and asked the young man evenly.

“I meant literally what I said,” the young man responded.

Fu Qingbai frowned and felt a little displeased.

Who do you think I am, and who do you think you are? How dare you speak to me like this?

“You’re a rude one, aren’t you? How dare you disrespect Senior Fu so!” Fu Qingbai’s henchman immediately rebuked the young man before he could speak.

The young man was staying silent, and Fu Qingbai did not stop him. Encouraged, the henchman began walking toward the young man, “Hey, I’m talking to you. Why are you quiet? Are you mute?” When he was about to reach the young man though, a muffled boom suddenly erupted from down below. The next moment, the Wave Fighter ship was flying through the air.

It was as if something had hit the bottom of the ship with so much force that it flew.

1. This power is truly terrifying. If FQY was the one who owned it... honestly IDK if she could have resisted the temptation to abuse it. Probably would’ve become a Dark Lady. ☜