I checked in at the Heavenly Prison: Chapter 216 of "One Step to Godhood": Arrogance and the Demeanor of a Powerful Man. Chen De nodded in agreement, saying, "Yes, this is indeed how this era should be, otherwise the world will be in chaos and the people will suffer unspeakably!"
Gu Yifeng said, "Brother Chen, you are so young, yet you have already reached the peak of the Innate Realm. I truly admire you. May I ask who your master is?"
"Brother Chen, you haven't been in the Immortal Realm for long, have you?" Chen De asked.
Gu Yifeng said, "That's right, it's only been about a year and a half since I ascended to the Immortal Realm."
"Then do you know my lineage?" Chen De continued to ask.
Gu Yifeng said, "I don't know, please enlighten me, Brother Chen."
Chen De said, "I once traveled through countless worlds, collecting all sorts of rare treasures. Eventually, I became a disciple of a rogue cultivator, taught him three sword techniques, and helped him dominate the Arctic Region, establishing the Arctic Sword Sect."
“Oh, the Arctic Sword Sect, no wonder you are so strong. It seems my guess was right. You are indeed that rogue cultivator’s disciple,” Gu Yifeng said.
Chen De smiled and said, "That rogue cultivator is called Wang Yuanhua. He is a martial artist at the late stage of the Innate Realm."
Gu Yifeng said, "Late stage of the Innate Realm, no wonder Brother Chen is so powerful."
Chen De smiled faintly and said, "So what if he is in the late stage of the Innate Realm? My master is a genius. When he was only in the late stage of the Innate Realm, he was able to kill ordinary Innate Perfection experts. If he advances to the Great Perfection of the Innate Realm, he can escape unscathed even if he encounters an Innate Peak expert."
Gu Yifeng said, "Your master is so powerful. It seems that your Arctic Sword Sect has a chance in this competition for the title of martial arts alliance leader."
Chen De shook his head and said, "The opportunity is great, but it's not easy to seize."
Gu Yifeng asked in confusion, "What do you mean by that?"
Chen De laughed and said, "Because my Arctic Sword Sect has no martial artists who are at the peak of the Innate Realm, apart from me, there are no martial artists who are at the half-step Immortal Realm."
"A half-step immortal? Is the ninth rank of martial arts just a gimmick?" Gu Yifeng said in surprise.
“That’s right, the ninth rank of martial arts is just a facade. It doesn’t mean that one can become a half-step immortal just by reaching the ninth rank of martial arts. Only by truly comprehending the Void Realm can one step into the realm of a half-step immortal,” Chen De replied.
"I see." Gu Yifeng suddenly realized, and then asked, "Then what does Brother Chen think of me? Do I qualify as a ninth-rank martial artist?"
Chen De shook his head and said, "To be honest, Brother Chen, I didn't see that you have the talent of the ninth rank of martial arts, but your strength is very strong, and you are probably about to enter the late stage of the Innate Realm."
"Haha, Brother Chen, you flatter me. You are the one who is truly unfathomable," Gu Yifeng said modestly.
Chen De said, "We are both smart men, so there's no need for us to flatter each other."
Gu Yifeng said, "So, according to Brother Chen, you are refusing to cooperate with me?"
Chen De said, "Brother Chen, your strength is far inferior to mine. If we cooperate, it will definitely be a burden to you. I can't bear to drag my friend down with me."
"Haha, now that you mention it, I suddenly have a strong urge to challenge you to a duel," Gu Yifeng said.
"Haha, no need for a one-on-one fight, let's talk about a deal. We'll team up, get the treasure, and split the profits fifty-fifty," Chen De said with a smile.
Gu Yifeng nodded and said, "Okay, deal."
Seeing that he agreed readily, Chen De smiled and said, "Brother Chen, now that we've reached an agreement, could you tell me what your purpose was in coming to see me?"
Gu Yifeng said, "Since Brother Chen has already guessed my purpose, then I will be frank. That's right, I do have something to ask of you. I hope Brother Chen can help me find something."
Chen De said, "Oh, what is it? Tell me about it."
"Heavenly Fire Golden Elixir!" Gu Yifeng uttered the four words.
"Hmm?" Chen De raised an eyebrow and said, "Brother Chen wants to refine the Heavenly Fire Golden Pill. As far as I know, the Heavenly Fire Golden Pill requires thousands of rare and precious materials, and even tens of millions of catties of spirit stones to refine. Do you have that many rare and precious materials and spirit stones?"
Gu Yifeng said proudly, "I don't have any rare and precious materials, but I do have some spirit stones saved up."
"Alright, tell me, which faction needs the Heavenly Fire Golden Pill?" Chen De asked.
Gu Yifeng said, "It is an evil sect called the Blood Fiend Sect."
"Blood Fiend Sect?" Chen De frowned, clearly having never heard of this sect before.
Gu Yifeng said, "Yes, the sect leader of the Blood Fiend Sect is named Li Tianba, a master in the late Golden Core stage."
"Late stage of Golden Core." Chen De frowned again, feeling that this was somewhat troublesome.
Gu Yifeng patted his chest and said, "Brother Chen, rest assured, if you help me, I will definitely repay your kindness. After we eliminate Li Tianba, we will divide the wealth in the treasury equally."
Chen De shook his head and said, "Brother Chen, I have no intention of helping you right now. Our goal is to seize the position of leader of the martial arts alliance, not to defeat Li Tianba. So I suggest that we stop attacking Li Tianba for the time being and make further plans after the election of the martial arts alliance leader is completed."
"No!" Gu Yifeng insisted, "I've already checked. Li Tianba is going to hold a martial arts conference soon, inviting all the heroes to gather in Beihai City. Then we'll join forces with all the heroes to attack the Blood Fiend Sect. Our Arctic Sword Sect will definitely be victorious."
Chen De was silent for a moment, then said, "Brother Chen, I think it would be better if we remained inactive."
Gu Yifeng said angrily, "I know that it is not appropriate for us to have a conflict at this time, but Brother Chen, I have endured long enough. I want to take revenge myself. If you are willing to come with me, I will be extremely grateful."
Chen De said, "Brother Chen, don't forget that Li Tianba is a genuine half-step immortal. Even if the two of us were together, we wouldn't be his match."
Gu Yifeng snorted coldly: "Brother Chen is too pessimistic. Even if Li Tianba's strength surpasses that of a half-step immortal, he is still just a mortal. In this world, no one is immortal. No matter how strong he is, his lifespan is still limited."
Chen De retorted, "Brother Chen's words are certainly reasonable, but I believe that after martial arts are cultivated to a certain level, aging can be slowed down. As long as one lives long enough, one can live forever."
"This..." Gu Yifeng was speechless.
Chen De said, "Actually, this martial arts tournament is a conspiracy. We shouldn't participate lightly."
"A conspiracy!" Gu Yifeng's expression changed, and he said, "Brother Chen, are you saying that this conference is a conspiracy against my Arctic Sword Sect?"
Chen Dedao said, "It's not impossible."
“Brother Chen is right.” Gu Yifeng pondered, “However, our Arctic Sword Sect is a million miles away from Arctic Island. Even if we go by boat, it will take several years. In those few years, Li Tianba will have enough time to set up a trap.”
Chen De waved his hand and said, "That's simple. I have a flying boat here that can fly day and night at an extremely fast speed, which can cut the time in half. It will take us at most seven or eight days to get to the Arctic Island."
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