Chapter 970 - Holy Spirit Ancient Nation

One day, Chen Fan was playing with Chen Wushang in the courtyard when a light talisman suddenly flew over.

He caught it and found that it contained a single message: “Fifth senior sister is in trouble—return immediately."

A fierce light shot out of Chen Fan’s eyes at once. Though not bound by blood, his bond with his fellow Peerless Peak disciples was as strong as a family.

Chen Zhengqing noticed the change in his expression and asked, “What’s wrong, Xiaofan? Did something happen?”

Chen Fan smiled and answered, “It’s nothing much. Fifth Senior Sister seems to have run into trouble and needs me back.”

“

Mmm

, in that case, you should quickly go. No need to worry about your mother and I. We’ll take good care of Wushang,” said Chen Zhengqing.

Chen Fan nodded. He picked up Chen Wushang, planted a kiss on his cheek, and said, “Wushang, big brother will come visit you again. Be good, and don’t trouble Father and Mother, understand?”

The little guy nodded earnestly. “I understand.”

“Good, Wushang is such a good boy.” Chen Fan smiled before handing him to Nangong Yue. “Father, Mother, I’ll be leaving, then. I’ll come back and visit you when I have time.”

“Alright, go on.”

Without delay, Chen Fan unfurled his Wings of Rain Dragon, soaring into the sky like a lightning bolt, and tore through the atmosphere. He streaked across the heavens like a falling star, vanishing from sight.

“Judging by the look on Xiaofan’s face, something big should have happened. Who knows when he will return next?” Nangong Yue said with faint traces of reluctance in her voice.

Although Chen Fan had stayed for three months, it felt too short. It seemed like he was gone in the blink of an eye. No one knew when he would return.

Chen Zhengqing looked in the direction Chen Fan headed in and said, “Do you want Xiaofan to look after us his whole life? He’s a true dragon in the sky and needs a vast sea. Our world is too small for him.”

......

At full speed, Chen Fan reached True Martial Academy in less than two hours, appearing in front of Di Chen and the others like a gust of wind.

“Senior Brothers and Sisters, what happened? What happened to Fifth Senior Sister?” Chen Fan immediately asked.

“Junior Brother, you may not know this, but Fifth Senior Sister is a princess of the Holy Spirit Ancient Nation. It’s a ten-thousand-year-old empire. However, the nation’s internal power struggles are fierce.

“Several of its princes wield great influence, and Fifth Senior Sister has a cousin, the son of a prince, who possesses outstanding talent. Thanks to his outstanding talent, he managed to join the Sun Moon Divine Sect and has since become a rising star. With his backing, the struggle for the throne has intensified.”

Yan Weiyi slowly explained, causing Chen Fan’s gaze to narrow. He immediately understood the situation. The Holy Spirit Ancient Nation’s prince held strong influence and had the support of the Sun Moon Divine Sect; they probably wanted to seize the imperial power.

“The nation itself is a superpower, so we should not involve ourselves with its internal struggles. However, I’m afraid the Sun Moon Divine Sect is already involved through Fifth Senior Sister’s cousin. Her father, the sovereign, is gravely injured and may not survive. They have invited the Medicine King Valley’s elder for treatment, but his fate remains uncertain.”

Chen Fan’s gaze turned sharp.

He knew of the Sun Moon Divine Sect. It was one of the nine overlord class forces, an existence on par with the True Martial Academy.

With such a behemoth pulling strings, the Holy Spirit Ancient Nation was now at the peak of its internal strife, the situation exacerbated by the sovereign’s illness.

Chen Fan instantly saw through Sun Moon Divine Sect’s scheme. They aimed to seize control of the nation, securing a powerful ally for themselves.

“Fifth Senior Sister wants to return immediately. We’re worried that she’ll be in danger, so we’re planning to head to the Holy Spirit Ancient Nation with her. After all, given her strength, her return won’t turn the tide. She could even be targeted. So, we’ve decided to accompany her.”

Chen Fan nodded slightly.

“I’m sorry, Little Junior Brother. I didn’t want to interrupt your reunion with your family...” Zhuge Mingyue said guiltily.

Chen Fan smiled and said, “Fifth Senior Sister, what nonsense is that? Your problem is our problem. How could we just stand by when you are in trouble? Moreover, my home is close by; I can return anytime. Don’t say anything like that again. Otherwise, it won’t be just me, our senior brothers and sisters will also get angry.”

“Little junior brother is right. Mingyue, anyone who dares bully Peerless Peak—whether it’s the Sun Moon Divine Sect or whoever—there’s only one thing to say: Blow them up!” Di Chen said domineeringly, a fierce light shooting out from his eyes.

Duanmu Lingxing, Yan Weiyi, and the others nodded.

“Alright, there’s no time to lose. We’ll set off immediately!” Duanmu Lingxing said.

Whoosh!

However, a fierce wind suddenly appeared. Then, a burst of laughter rang out. “You guys, did you forget about me?”

Immediately afterward, Huang Wuji appeared.

“First Senior Brother.”

“First Senior Brother.”

The group was overjoyed to see Huang Wuji.

“Mingyue, I heard about your situation. Chen Fan is right; our Peerless Peak is a family. Your problem is ours. Whoever dares to bully one of us makes an enemy of us all. Who cares who they are? We’ll just blow them up. If trouble comes, I’ll take responsibility. And if I can’t, there’s still Teacher.”

“

Pfft

.” Zhuge Mingyue, despite her sadness, couldn’t help but smile. “Senior Brothers, Sister, and Junior Brothers, it really is great to have you guys.”

“Haha, good. Peerless Peak stands together! Let’s go—to the central continent. I, Huang Wuji, want to see what tricks the Sun Moon Divine Sect has!” Huang Wuji waved his hand, immediately sweeping the others up onto a treasure and shot to the sky, flying toward the central continent.

Duanmu Lingxing stood beside Zhuge Mingyue and reassured her, “Don’t worry too much, Mingyue. Since the Medicine King Valley’s saintess has stepped in, given the Medicine King Valley’s medical skills, they should at least be able to stabilize your father’s condition.”

“

Mmm

.” Zhuge Mingyue nodded lightly, though worry still clouded her brows.

Three days later, after crossing many territories, Chen Fan and the others finally arrived at the capital city of the Holy Spirit Ancient Nation.

The inner city was the heart of the royal family. Soldiers in gleaming armor stood guard, and towering golden gates exuded an ancient grandeur.

The imperial palace and its surrounding halls loomed beyond, heavily fortified and crawling with experts.

“Halt.” A loud voice rang out.

A golden light rushed straight into the sky. A general wielding a golden spear pointed at the approaching group.