With a smile, Envoy Cui said to Chen Tianwen:

“Mr. Chen, entering the secret realm is inherently a very dangerous matter. If we could have a master alchemist like Mr. Chen accompany us, then our safety would be greatly guaranteed.”

As Cui Shengshi spoke, he turned to the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief and said:

"Chief Xuan Turtle, tell me, am I right or wrong?"

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief was surprised that Chen Tianwen would make such a request, because Chen Tianwen had never expressed any intention to enter the Xuanwu Secret Realm before.

Therefore, the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief couldn't figure out whether Chen Tianwen genuinely wanted to enter the Xuanwu Secret Realm or was just using this to appease Envoy Cui.

Upon hearing the question posed by Envoy Cui, the chieftain of the Xuan Turtle Clan dared not give a hasty answer, fearing he might make a fool of himself. Therefore, he gave a vague reply:

"If Mr. Chen is willing to lend a hand, he could finish refining the elixirs for everyone before entering the Xuanwu Secret Realm. This would save Mr. Chen from taking any risks! After all, there are still many dangers within the secret realm!"

After hearing the words of the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief, Chen Tianwen's heart skipped a beat. However, seeing the slightly questioning expression on the chief's face, Chen Tianwen instantly understood what the chief was thinking and said:

"Chief Xuan Turtle, there's no need to worry. Although I'm only at the early stage of the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm, I still have some ability to protect myself. I hope that Chief Xuan Turtle can give me a chance to pay homage to the Xuanwu Divine Beast out of respect for Envoy Cui."

Chen Tianwen not only expressed his feelings, but also subtly flattered Cui Shengshi.

Envoy Cui, with a serious expression, addressed the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief:

"Chief Xuan Turtle, what do you mean by this? If it weren't for Mr. Chen's intervention, you probably wouldn't be awake by now. How come you won't even agree to Mr. Chen's small request at this time?"

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief was speechless at the question, but he understood Chen Tianwen's intentions.

While the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief was still in a daze, Envoy Cui continued, saying:

"Chief Xuan Turtle, do you perhaps look down on Mr. Chen's strength as a Great Luo Golden Immortal? Look at my four disciples, all of them are at the Great Luo Golden Immortal level. Aren't they also going to enter the Xuanwu Secret Realm for training?"

The Xuan Turtle Clan Chief nodded hurriedly and said:

"Envoy Cui, you misunderstand. I was only thinking of Mr. Chen's safety. Since Chen Tianwen is so eager to go, our Xuan Turtle Clan naturally has no objection!"

Envoy Cui nodded in satisfaction, then turned to Chen Tianwen and said:

"Mr. Chen, once we reach the secret realm, I will have my disciples stay by your side. They will definitely be able to protect your safety!"

Chen Tianwen smiled slightly, bowed to Envoy Cui, and said:

"This humble one thanks Envoy Cui."

As Chen Tianwen spoke, he bowed again to Cui Shengshi's disciples and said:

"Then I'll have to trouble you all!"

None of Cui Shengshi's disciples had uttered a single word since arriving here, but when they saw Chen Tianwen bowing, they all returned the greeting.

Although these disciples had all heard what Envoy Cui had said, their attitude towards Chen Tianwen was far from enthusiastic. In fact, they even harbored a hint of disdain!

After all, how can someone who is so obsequious earn the respect of others?

This is exactly the result Chen Tianwen wanted. Only when everyone underestimates him can he better hide in the shadows and play an extraordinary role!

As for what Cui Shengshi said about having his disciples protect Chen Tianwen, Chen Tianwen understood that Cui Shengshi didn't quite trust him. Nominally, it was protection, but in reality, it was just surveillance.

"Since you still don't trust me, then I'll put in even more effort!"

Chen Tianwen thought to himself, and while listening to the conversation between Envoy Cui and the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief, he silently made his own plans.

...

"Master, why did you let this boy come with us?"

Senior Brother Cui Xiangdong followed behind Envoy Cui and asked in a low voice.

Envoy Cui glanced at Chen Tianwen, who was following not far behind, smiled slightly, and said to Cui Xiangdong:

"Dong'er, do you think he doesn't believe you?"

Cui Xiangdong nodded. This was also what puzzled him. His master was usually cautious and prudent. How could he let a stranger stay by his side just because of a few sweet words?

Envoy Cui's smile deepened, and he continued speaking to Cui Xiangdong:

"Dong'er, this is also what I want to teach you. Even you don't believe him, so how could I possibly believe him?"

Upon hearing Cui Shengshi's words, Cui Xiangdong looked even more puzzled, but he didn't interrupt and listened quietly to his master's explanation.

"Since he is such an untrustworthy person, is it better to keep him hidden in the shadows, or to keep him by our side and be on guard at all times?"

After Cui Shengshi finished speaking, he patted Cui Xiangdong on the shoulder meaningfully, then stopped talking and continued on his way.

Cui Xiangdong suddenly realized that Chen Tianwen was just a bit annoying to have around. If the kid really had any bad intentions, with his strength and the presence of his master and his five disciples, he wouldn't be able to cause any trouble.

If Chen Tianwen were left with the Xuan Turtle Clan, and if that kid had any bad intentions, he might try to win over the Xuan Turtle Clan and the Nether Serpent Clan to oppose our Holy Cloud Sect!

Although the possibility is very small, the fact that Master had Chen Tianwen by his side completely eliminated that possibility!

Thinking of this, Cui Xiangdong couldn't help but cast a respectful glance at Cui Shengshi.

Chen Tianwen silently followed behind the group. Although he didn't know what they were saying, he knew they were definitely on guard against him.

Chen Tianwen was also helpless. He was still thinking about how to gain Cui Shengshi's trust when Cui Shengshi directly told him to stay by his side.

This way, they can enter the Xuanwu Secret Realm together with the Holy Cloud Sect, which will also make it easier to better protect Chen Tianwen's safety.

Although Chen Tianwen was extremely unwilling to accept this request, he had no choice but to reluctantly agree.

Chen Tianwen followed Cui Shengshi and his five disciples, traveling aimlessly without knowing their destination or what they were supposed to do.

Chen Tianwen only knew that Envoy Cui and the Xuan Turtle Clan Chief had agreed to go to the Xuanwu Secret Realm together a month later, but Envoy Cui had not said anything about what they were going to do now.

Chen Tianwen naturally wouldn't ask that question unnecessarily, nor did he have any complaints.

Along the way, Chen Tianwen and Cui Xiangbei, the youngest disciple of Cui Shengshi, got along quite well.

So the journey wasn't too lonely.

Ten days passed just like that. Chen Tianwen looked at the city in front of him and was slightly taken aback. He wondered what Envoy Cui had brought him here for!