CHAPTER 1565: CHAPTER 1565: DEEP INTO THE CAVERN

"Regarding my strength, his Flame Explosion Talisman indeed is not very effective. However, purchasing his Talisman Inscription wasn’t for any utility, merely to forge a connection with him."

"Of course, this Talisman Inscription is of no use to me when displaying my true strength, but when I’m concealing it, the Flame Explosion Talisman can be of great use," Yun Feiyang said to Niugu without any reservations.

"Befriend this young man? Why would you do this, my lord? Although Lin Chen’s talent is quite good, his cultivation level shouldn’t quite catch your attention, and he seems to have little value to you," Niugu expressed his confusion about the reasoning, clearly underestimating Lin Chen’s abilities.

Hearing Niugu’s words, Yun Feiyang immediately shook his head.

"His talent can’t be described with just the words ’quite good’. This young man is extremely outstanding; not only could one say that no one in the Yunlong Royal Family for a century could compare, but since the founding of the Cloud Dragon Kingdom itself, no one as extraordinary as him has appeared. Even I can’t compare to his talent," Yun Feiyang expressed his admiration without any jealousy, his eyes full of appreciation.

"You should know, during the combat power testing in the great hall, I concealed my true strength, only reaching the Earth-level Peak Level at most. Yet this young man possesses Heavenly Level Combat Power. It was only in his last move that he didn’t strike, but found a flaw to let himself be defeated by the Spiritual Puppet."

"This young man’s mind is meticulous and deeply reserved; he’s like me. Having such a person as a friend is fortunate, but being an enemy would be extremely unfortunate."

"Though his cultivation level may not be high now, he already has such combat power. Over time, as he grows, he is bound to become a significant power. At that time, even in the Central State, he might be regarded with respect," Yun Feiyang conveyed his viewpoint without holding back his praise for Lin Chen.

He had kept an eye on Lin Chen, not for just one or two days; even while in the Imperial Palace, he had heard some stories about Lin Chen.

Although Yun Feiyang seemed uninterested in vying for the throne, in fact, he had always quietly observed the happenings within the Cloud Dragon Kingdom.

On his first day at the Yunlong Heavenly Palace, Lin Chen directly clashed with people from the Heaven Hall. Those unaware of the details might consider Lin Chen reckless.

However, Lin Chen’s ability to contend with Heaven Hall and consistently leave its members no chance to counter, forcing them to swallow their losses, showcased his methods.

Since then, Yun Feiyang began to pay attention to Lin Chen, observing his every move. Discovering that every seemingly lucky act of Lin Chen actually had absolute confidence behind it, his courage and wisdom, whether in state of mind or strategy, surpassed Yun Feiyang’s, leaving him with nothing but immense admiration.

Therefore, if he could forge a friendship with this young man, it would undoubtedly bring many benefits to Yun Feiyang.

When it comes to Lin Chen, true sincerity is necessary, or else one cannot become his true friend.

So Yun Feiyang did not hastily reveal himself, always waiting for the right opportunity.

Upon entering these ruins, at the stone house at the foot of the mountain, he finally seized an opportunity. He knew Lin Chen had a fondness for wealth. Therefore, purchasing the Flame Explosion Talisman was undoubtedly a perfect opportunity to forge a connection with Lin Chen.

This way, he gained a wave of favor in Lin Chen’s eyes.

Yun Feiyang was very meticulous in his actions. To outsiders, befriending Lin Chen might have seemed like a chance occurrence, whereas it was, in fact, the result of Yun Feiyang’s long wait.

After hearing Yun Feiyang’s narrative, Niugu was utterly impressed.

Not to mention simple-minded and physically strong Niugu; even if Lin Chen were here, upon hearing Yun Feiyang’s arrangements, he would likely applaud as well.

For Yun Feiyang’s methods were indeed flawless.

However, for this very reason, Lin Chen’s vigilance against him would also increase. After all, for someone like him, everyone could potentially be a pawn in his scheme; even those closest might not be exceptions.

And once such a person attacks, they descend like a thunderstorm.

By that time, attempting to escape such a person’s grasp to survive is likely impossible.

However, Lin Chen and Yun Feiyang are of the same kind, thus both know not to become enemies, as it wouldn’t benefit either of them.

Even if they can’t be friends, they wouldn’t become enemies.

Should they become friends and join forces, why worry about not succeeding over the Cloud Dragon Kingdom—that was Yun Feiyang’s calculation.

In Yun Feiyang’s eyes, while other princes were forming alliances and pulling in support from numerous forces, for him, winning Lin Chen over was equivalent to an army of thousands.

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A day and a night passed, and Zi Ling and Cheng Liang awoke from their meditation.

After a whole day of recuperation, both were mostly recovered, especially with the elixirs given by Lin Chen.

"Senior Sister Zi Ling, Senior Brother Cheng Liang, now that you’re mostly recovered, let’s set off."

"But before we go, I must remind Senior Sister Zi Ling that throughout this action, follow my instructions, and don’t act recklessly like before. Otherwise, a moment of carelessness might plunge the three of us into an abyss of downfall," Lin Chen said as he looked at Zi Ling, genuinely fearing she might act up again.

"Got it, got it, such a nagging big man. I’ve been fooled once; do you think I’d make the same mistake twice?" Zi Ling said to Lin Chen rather displeased.

"Senior Sister Zi Ling, you just might!"

Cheng Liang mumbled under his breath.

Though far from Zi Ling, he intended to whisper to Lin Chen. Yet even in his low voice, Zi Ling still caught it.

"Liangzi, I think you’re itching for a beating!" Zi Ling said as she grabbed Cheng Liang’s ear.

"Ouch... Senior Sister Zi Ling, maybe you misheard, I said nothing," Cheng Liang quickly argued while covering his ear.

Seeing this, Lin Chen couldn’t help but shake his head; Cheng Liang’s mouth often invited trouble. Occasionally, even Lin Chen could hardly resist wanting to teach him a lesson.

But since Cheng Liang is Lin Chen’s senior brother, Lin Chen naturally wouldn’t truly reprimand him; such matters were best left to Zi Ling.

Then, the three moved deeper into the cave; with Lin Chen around, they encountered no deadly dangers along the way.