CHAPTER 3040: CHAPTER 3060: FEELING INSULTED!

"Hugging a thigh is a good strategy; too bad I already have a Daoist couple."

Lin Chen spread his hands: "This method is not for me."

Par with Heaven chuckled slyly, his face full of gossip: "Now everyone is guessing—who is the divine spirit that could win the heart of the palace lord and become the new Divine King."

Lin Chen couldn’t help but laugh: "Senior, at your status, you’re still as gossipy as ordinary people..."

Par with Heaven rolled his eyes: "That’s the joy of being alive, youngster. You’re young and don’t understand the true essence of life; I don’t blame you."

"Alright, alright!"

Lin Chen said with a laugh: "Since senior is passionate about this, are there any exciting gossips in the Great Wilderness Palace that you could share?"

Par with Heaven stared at Lin Chen and hummed: "Do you really want to listen?"

"I really do!"

Lin Chen was idle anyway, and since the old man enjoyed it, he might as well listen.

Even if it was gossip, it could give him a better understanding of the Great Wilderness Palace, right?

Par with Heaven, one of the Human Clan’s Eighteen Ancestors, was revered by everyone in the building—all his juniors showed him respect. Who would slap him on the back and chat with him about women and gossip?

Although Lin Chen addressed him as senior, their conversation was on equal terms, and this made Par with Heaven quite interested in chatting.

An interesting scene ensued.

Those entering and exiting the building saw Par with Heaven, the Human Clan ancestor, and a young man whispering and gesturing animatedly by the guard room at the entrance, just like boys privately discussing their goddess’s chest size.

What’s the most kindred and passionate topic for men to chat about?

Naturally, it’s about women!

Par with Heaven was old but young at heart. He had to keep up appearances in front of his juniors, unable to break the Ancestral Master persona.

After all, discussing with your offspring whether a woman has a large chest and looks good, and how many men she has fooled around with, openly or secretly—would that be appropriate?

With Lin Chen, he had no such worries; he could say whatever he wanted. Moreover, Lin Chen seemed completely unfazed and even enjoyed the conversation, which greatly lifted Par with Heaven’s spirits.

The two talked until nightfall. Lin Chen brought out fine wine and even took the initiative to cook some delicious food.

Halfway through the wine, Lin Chen bid farewell and left.

He didn’t return to the camp but stayed in the building instead; he had a room there.

Through that extended chat, Lin Chen thoroughly understood the ins and outs of the Great Wilderness Palace, even learning about various private and odd affairs, such as Guard Commander Shi Haoyu’s affection for the palace lord and his persistent courtship, or that one of the Five Great Elders, Gu Guangming, had an illegitimate child, and so on.

Of course, it wasn’t just the old man speaking; Lin Chen also shared many of his own stories. Especially when the old man found out Lin Chen had several Daoist couples—all truly in love—his eyes widened in surprise, and he kept prying for details. At exciting moments, he even revealed the conspiratorial chuckle of a man with things left unsaid.

They drank wine, chatted about women, and shared gossipy secrets, and Lin Chen and the old man became friends despite their age difference.

In the eyes of the old man, Lin Chen was capable and lucky, definitely destined for great achievements. He provided Lin Chen with plenty of solid advice, helping him minimize unnecessary troubles as much as possible in the Great Wilderness Palace.

The next day, Lin Chen returned to the camp, made a round, gave some instructions to Chen Shuihe and others, and then went alone to the Human Clan Ancestral Land to meet Lv Shuyi.

The Human Clan Ancestral Land lay west of the Great Wilderness Palace in the Extreme West—a harsher environment, but with the palace situated in the front, it provided a place for the Human Clan to settle and establish themselves.

The Human Clan Ancestral Land had many cities, big and small. Compared to the Demon Race, the Humans had greater reproductive capabilities, but a much lower proportion capable of cultivation. Thus, while there might not be as many cultivators, there was no shortage of ordinary humans in the Human Clan.

Eighteen Ancestors lived in the first city of the ancestral land, also the largest city of the Human Clan, Si Xian City.

Lin Chen, when entering the city, showed his token as the Commander of Dawn Camp and gained entry smoothly.

Lv Shuyi’s mansion was located in West City, spanning a thousand acres with pavilions, terraces, towers, lakes, and hills—it was a picturesque scene.

Lin Chen showed the jade pendant given by Par with Heaven and was quickly granted an audience.

The servants of the mansion guided Lin Chen through various pavilions and towers, arriving at an immense backyard garden.

On a platform in the center of the lake, hundreds of men and women in gorgeous clothing sang and danced. Beside the high stage next to the lake’s center, a middle-aged woman resembling Lv Shuyi leaned on a spacious soft couch, enjoying the performance below her while several handsome men and beautiful women stood discreetly beside her, carefully serving her with fruits.

Yo, such a lavish scene, such grandeur!

Lin Chen was led to the entrance of the high stage. Lv Shuyi turned her head, her gaze measuring Lin Chen up and down.

A chill surged in Lin Chen’s heart, feeling like a male host in a KTV being sized up and chosen by a wealthy woman.

He felt insulted!

Remembering the implied expression when Par with Heaven mentioned Lv Shuyi, Lin Chen suddenly realized—after the death of several Daoist couples, this woman had completely let go, no longer believed in love, and instead started to manipulate men!

"Are you a junior of Par with Heaven?"

Lin Chen calmly replied, "I come from the Immortal Realm."

"Hm?"

The laziness in Lv Shuyi’s eyes instantly dissipated, her gaze suddenly sharp and astute.

"Are you a survivor from under the Devil Flame Swallowing Heaven Formation?"

Lin Chen nodded, "Yes."

Lv Shuyi stared at Lin Chen, "What have you come to me for?"

Lin Chen answered, "A senior entrusted me to see you, to ask for some items."

Lv Shuyi’s voice was cold, "Who?"

Lin Chen calmly replied, "True Person Tai Xu."

Lv Shuyi’s expression subtly changed, and she sat up, waving her hand towards the side. The group of handsome men and beautiful women serving her bowed and quickly retreated.

Only after setting up a soundproof Barrier did Lv Shuyi ask, "What did he send you to ask for?"

Lin Chen stared into Lv Shuyi’s eyes and spoke softly, "The control technique for the Yin Yang Water Fire Mirror."

Lv Shuyi’s eyes brightened, "Has he found the Yin Yang Water Fire Mirror?"

Lin Chen replied, "Not yet, but he mentioned he has some clues and might have the opportunity to find it. This rare chance to enter the Demon World—the senior instructed me, if possible, to visit the senior."

Lin Chen didn’t tell the truth; otherwise, if he were to inform Lv Shuyi that the Yin Yang Water Fire Mirror was with him, knowing well the power of the Yin Yang Water Fire Mirror, she might become greedy and attempt to snatch it directly.

Lv Shuyi, who had been sitting up straight, relaxed again, and her previously urgent tone once more became languid.

"I indeed have the control technique for the Yin Yang Water Fire Mirror, but why should I give it to him?"

Lv Shuyi’s tone was mocking, "Although he was a good friend of my dead husband, my husband is dead now. Speaking of inheritance rights, shouldn’t the Yin Yang Water Fire Mirror belong to me? As my husband’s friend, if he were to find the Yin Yang Water Fire Mirror, shouldn’t he bring it to me in honor of their friendship?"