Chapter 1429 - Joining the Xiao Sect

No one expected Xiao Ruyue to invite Chen Fan to join the Xiao Sect personally.

This was undoubtedly a bombshell of news, blowing the crowd’s minds.

Her invitation also surprised Chen Fan. Inviting him to join the Xiao Sect?

Chen Fan stared at Xiao Ruyue. He had to admit that she was indeed a rare beauty with an extraordinary temperament. Although her perfect curvy figure was alluring, her temperament made it impossible for anyone to harbor impure thoughts or act disrespectfully toward her.

Her eyes were gorgeous, and they were focused on Chen Fan, as if trying to steal his soul.

Their gazes met for a moment, and Xiao Ruyue blinked her beautiful eyes and said, “Although you crushed the Heavenly Falcon Alliance, truth be told, Fan Tianying doesn’t count for much. He didn’t even deserve that sixteenth ranking.”

“Now, you’re the target of the masses, with everyone saying that you’ve obtained an Immortal Emperor’s Legacy. Although you deterred some people with that fight earlier, people like us still wouldn’t care.”

“So, as long as you join my Xiao Sect, I can guarantee that no one will dare to target you.”

Chen Fan had to admit that Xiao Ruyue was speaking the truth.

Although he had used Fan Tianying to deter some restless people, that wasn’t enough to scare away the Five Absolutes, or even some top forces stronger than the Heavenly Falcon Alliance.

An Immortal Emperor’s legacy was too tempting. So, in the eyes of some people, he was still a coveted target.

“But I have no Immortal Emperor’s legacy,” Chen Fan said helplessly.

Xiao Ruyue replied, “And will everyone believe that just because you said so? Unless you let others search your memories... But I am sure you don’t want that.”

Chen Fan fell silent. He could make claims as loudly as he wanted, but who would believe him?

Even though many people were well aware that this was most likely a vicious plot targeting Chen Fan, they preferred to believe it on the off-chance that it was true.

If the rumors were true, they would get an Immortal Emperor’s legacy; if the rumors were just rumors, only Chen Fan would die. His life wasn’t worth an Immortal Emperor’s legacy.

Since they had the power to take Chen Fan down, why not do that? Either they would waste some effort, or they would strike gold.

Xiao Ruyue continued, “Keke, rest assured. I invited you to join the Xiao Sect purely because I value your strength. As for whether you possess an Immortal Emperor’s legacy or not, it doesn’t matter to me. I don’t want to waste my time trying to take you down and forming an irreconcilable grudge between us. I would rather pull you into my camp to help me obtain the legacy and treasures in this tomb.”

“Hoho, Xiao Ruyue, you make it sound nicer than a song,” said someone. The voice came from the Twin Prides Alliance’s side, which was at odds with the Xiao Sect. Xuan Xing said, “Chen Fan, our Twin Prides Alliance also invites you to join us. We’re stronger than the Xiao Sect. If you join us, I dare to guarantee that no one will harass you.”

Xie Qingjin also joined in, “Chen Fan, the way you do things is similar to our Evil Palace. In my opinion, we are the best suited for you. If you join us, I can appoint you to be our vice alliance leader.”

The Celestial Maiden Alliance, understandably, didn’t say a word, as they only accepted women. Although Chen Fan had exhibited immense strength, his gender alone made it an impossibility.

Suddenly, a clear and bright laughter rang out.

𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

“Hahahaha, it seems like my God Killer Palace came just in time. In that case, we shall also join in on the fun and invite you, Chen Fan, to join the God Killer Palace!”

A group of figures sped over from afar at lightning speed.

“The God Killer Palace! The God Killer Palace is here!”

The crowd suddenly erupted in uproar.

God Killer Palace was the head of the Five Absolutes. Its alliance leader, Ji Lanshan, was suave and uninhibited. He was also ranked first on the Immortal Conferral Leaderboard.

“The God Killer Palace is finally here. The Five Absolutes are all here.”

“That’s right. I wonder why the God Killer Palace came so late.”

The crowd’s eyes flickered as the God Killer Palace’s members arrived.

Chen Fan also shifted his gaze to them, and his eyes were immediately drawn to the one leading the group: Ji Lanshan.

Ji Lanshan had a magnetic presence, as if he were the main character and the world revolved around him. Everyone present couldn’t help but stare at him.

Only the word “dashing” could describe him. He had strong facial features, like god had carved them with a sharp knife, with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes. He was tall, dressed in a moon-white robe, and exuded an outstanding temperament. A warm, faint smile graced his lips, like a spring breeze brushing against one’s heart.

And his followers weren’t any less impressive, all exuding an air of confidence and ease. They were all distinguished figures with very powerful auras.

With just a glance, Chen Fan noticed that the God Killer Palace actually had as many as five eighth-stage half-immortals and even more sixth and seventh-stage half-immortals. No wonder they took the top spot among the Five Absolutes.

“Ji Lanshan, could you have come any later?” Xie Qingjin said.

“Hoho, am I late? I would say that I am just in time.” Ji Lanshan replied with a smile, “How about it, Chen Fan? If you join my God Killer Palace, let alone the fact that no one will dare to provoke you, after entering the ancient emperor’s tomb, you can obtain even more benefits.”

Countless gazes fell on Chen Fan, many of them filled with envy and jealousy. What did he do to receive such favor from four of the Five Absolutes?

Chen Fan felt as though someone was roasting him over live coals.

Apart from those staring at him openly, Chen Fan could sense even more staring at him from the shadows. And those lurkers weren’t weak, with some even being ninth-stage half-immortals. And while there weren’t many at the level in the ancient realm, there were enough to threaten him.

Rumors said that everyone in the top ten of the Immortal Conferral Leaderboard was in the ninth-stage half-immortal realm. And there could be more hiding in the dark.

After thinking for a moment, Chen Fan cupped his fists toward Ji Lanshan and the others and said, “I am very grateful that you view me in such high regard. You are all top figures in the ancient realm. I had a tough time making a choice. But I decided to go with ‘first-come, first-served.’ I will accept the Xiao Sect’s invitation. My apologies to everyone.”

“Hoho, it’s fine. Since you’ve made up your mind, I won’t force you,” Ji Lanshan said with a smile.

Xie Qingjin only smiled, without saying a word.

Xuan Xing, however, sneered coldly and said, “Since you’ve chosen to join the Xiao Sect, fine. Stick to her like a shadow after entering the ancient emperor’s tomb. The world outside is dangerous. Accidental deaths are quite common.”

The meaning behind those words wasn’t too hard to understand. Chen Fan smiled coldly inside and replied, “Don’t worry about it.”

With that, Chen Fan walked over to the Xiao Sect’s side.