Unrivaled Martial Emperor-Chapter 994 - Neither Good nor Bad

Many experts and armored soldiers were still guarding the area around the sovereign’s chambers, keeping a close watch.

His closest people were inside with him; outside, there were people from all sides.

Chen Fan still came to the sovereign’s chambers everyday to treat Zhuge Qingfeng’s injuries.

Gradually, Zhuge Qingfeng was becoming more vigorous, his aura becoming increasingly robust.

The heaven-refining flames kept emerging and treating Zhuge Qingfeng, internally and externally, forcing wisps of black qi out. The flames reduced the black qi to nothing.

Half an hour later, Chen Fan withdrew his powers, panting heavily for air.

After doing this for more than ten days in a row, he could last longer, nearly half an hour now.

Every time his true primeval was exhausted, Chen Fan’s aura would grow a little stronger after recovering. Under this continuous cycle of exhausting and recovering, his cultivation had improved significantly, reaching the peak, fifth-level Manifestation realm.

“Phew.” Chen Fan exhaled a long breath. He looked at Zhuge Qingfeng, who looked much better now, and said with a smile, “Uncle, there’s not much Dragon Demon Blood Poison left inside you. I should be able to refine all of it in a few more days. You’ll return to your peak condition then.”

The sovereign nodded, struggling to contain his joy.

Over the past two weeks or so, he could feel his strength recovering with the toxins inside him decreasing. He truly saw hopes of a full recovery.

All of this had to do with Chen Fan.

“It’s been hard on you, Xiaofan,” said Zhuge Qingfeng.

“You’re overstating things, Uncle,” Chen Fan smiled, “Rest well. I’ll take my leave.”

After Chen Fan and Lin Xian’er left the sovereign’s chambers, the sovereign and his close aides exchanged knowing glances, faint smiles tugging at their lips.

“These two are practically inseparable,” the empress murmured, seated beside Zhuge Qingfeng’s bedside. Her slender, warm hand gently caressed his face; the only touch he allowed so close.

Lately, rumors about Chen Fan and Lin Xian’er had been spreading wildly within the ancient nation, generating a lot of buzz.

“You’re thinking of our past again.” Zhuge Qingfeng held the empress’ hand and smiled lightly. A hint of guilt appeared deep in his eyes.

Once, they had been the envy of the world—a perfect pair. Afterward, he achieved the Legendary realm and became a contender for the Holy Spirit Ancient Nation’s throne.

He crushed his rivals, secured his position as crown prince, and in time, with unmatched strength and authority, he ascended as sovereign.

After becoming the sovereign, he had to suppress the princes, rule the ancient nation, and most importantly, ensure his cultivation never stagnated. Power was the foundation of his reign

Only with absolute strength could he command fear and loyalty, maintaining his grip over the realm.

And so, without realizing it, he neglected the empress. He hardly had time to be by her side over the years.

Yet now—struck down by illness—she remained by his side, unwavering. Day and night, she tended to him, never leaving his side.

A bitter irony.

And yet, it touched him in ways he could not put into words.

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Chen Fan looked at Lin Xian’er’s absolutely beautiful face, but he was not in the mood to admire her beauty. He said with a headache, “Saintess, it’s time you finally tell me today.”

It had been more than ten days, yet Lin Xian’er had kept him in suspense, withholding the news. Meanwhile, rumors about them spread, with some busybodies fabricating baseless stories.

Even the gazes of the others from the Medicine King Valley eyed him with faint hostility.

Chen Fan had already made up his mind. If Lin Xian’er still refused to speak today, he’d drop the matter. When Zhuge Qingfeng was fully cured, he would head to the Great Jin Imperial Court himself and gather information on Qin Yao.

After all, the court ruled its own region in the central continent; gathering information shouldn’t be too difficult. freeωebnovēl.c૦m

“Look how anxious you are. You’re with me yet thinking about another woman. How hurtful!” Lin Xian’er said with hidden bitterness.

Chen Fan could not stomach Lin Xian’er’s ever-changing nature. She was just another Xuan Shitong. Rubbing the tip of his nose, he said, “You must be kidding, Saintess. Spending time alone with you is my honor.”

“Then why are you so determined to find out about Qin Yao?”

Chen Fan’s expression darkened at her words. A chill spread around him as he said, “Saintess, I don’t think I’ve neglected you over the past few days. I satisfied every request you made. If you’re still unwilling to tell me, then forget it. Please excuse me.”

With that, Chen Fan rose to his feet to leave.

Lin Xian’er was also slightly astonished to see Chen Fan falling out with her.

As the Medicine King Valley’s saintess, famed as the most beautiful woman in the world, when had a man ever treated her this way?

“Go on, then. Don’t regret it after you leave!” Lin Xian’er said in a fit of anger.

Chen Fan remained unmoved and continued walking out.

Lin Xian’er’s eyes went wide from anger, and she said, “Hmph, I was going to tell you today, but since you’re acting like this, you can leave.”

Chen Fan trembled at her words, hesitated, then finally stopped. Turning back, he sighed. “I was wrong, Saintess. Please tell me, I will be forever thankful to you.”

Lin Xian’er glared at Chen Fan and said, “Thankful? How are you going to thank me?”

“I can help Saintess with one matter. Any matter, even climbing a mountain of blades or jumping into a sea of flames, and I will never say no.”

“Hmph, we’ll talk about payback in the future. I’ll remember this. You better not go back on your words when the time comes.”

Chen Fan smiled bitterly, nodded, and said, “I will keep my word. You can tell me now, Saintess.”

“Alright.” Lin Xian’er nodded and continued, “What are you standing so far away? Come sit. Or do I need to shout for you to hear me?”

Chen Fan let out another bitter smile and walked over.

“I only met Qin Yao by chance. We got to know each other and became close. She told me some things about you, so I recognized you the moment I saw you. I also didn’t expect the man she spoke of would come to the central continent one day. It’s a little unbelievable.”

Chen Fan did not say a word and listened seriously.

Since Qin Yao had spoken about him, Xian’er surely knew a few things. For Lin Xian’er, the Spring Autumn Sect was a distant, insignificant place.

For Chen Fan to rise from such obscurity, become a disciple of True Martial Academy’s Peerless Peak, and arrive in the central continent with such formidable strength—it had far exceeded her expectations.

“Surely you also know about Qin Yao’s status?”

Chen Fan nodded and said, “I know a little. Senior Sister is likely from the Great Jin Imperial Court’s royal family.”

“That’s right.” Lin Xian’er nodded, “The nine overlord class forces of the Tianwu Continent consist of three clans and six sects. The Ji Clan of the three clans is the Great Jin Imperial Court’s royal family, and Qin Yao’s mother is a princess of the royal family.”

The information didn’t faze Chen Fan. Let alone the fact that Qin Yao’s mother was a princess, even the Great Jin Imperial Court’s sovereign did not matter to him. All he cared about was Qin Yao.

“Saintess, I wish to know what Senior Sister’s current situation is like.”

Lin Xian’er frowned slightly and said, “Qin Yao’s current situation is neither good nor bad.”