Chapter 299

Jiang Chen smiled faintly as he looked at the Starry Saintess. He was certain she would agree.

The Star Palace had possessed the Eternal Token for far too long, and it had become an obsession for its prodigies and elders across generations. All of them yearned to unlock the Eternal Emperor’s inheritance and claim its power.

For hundreds of thousands of years, they had exhausted countless methods and resources, but their efforts yielded nothing.

Now, with the opportunity to open the path and seize the inheritance, the Star Palace could not possibly refuse, even if it required a price—such as allowing Zi Qingyan to enter.

While this would prevent them from obtaining the full inheritance, it was a far better alternative than letting the token sit unused and gathering dust.

Jiang Chen had always intended to bring Zi Qingyan into the inheritance. Now, with the Star Palace involved, it was the perfect opportunity to maximize benefits.

The Eternal Emperor’s inheritance was divided into three distinct aspects: Law, Body, and Dao.

– Law embodied the mastery of divine techniques, insights into the Dao, and methods to fully maximize mystical powers.

It contained the Eternal Emperor’s accumulated knowledge and secrets, including offensive techniques and divine arts. This aspect had already been claimed by the Heavenly Fox Empress through her token.

– Body focused on the human body’s limitless potential. It was a treasure trove of vitality and energy that, if fully unlocked, could achieve unimaginable heights. Even immortals could not claim to have perfected their physical forms.

The human body had a low starting point but an incredibly high ceiling. Some were born with immense vitality and natural advantages, such as Jiang Chen with his Primordial Dao Body,

while others bore sacred or spiritual constitutions. These individuals were born with parts of their physical potential already unlocked, giving them a significant head start.

In contrast, ordinary bodies faced immense difficulties. Without innate advantages, they had to rely on divine techniques, natural treasures, and immense resources to unlock their potential.

Most ordinary physiques would never reach the starting point of someone with a special constitution. However, those who overcame such challenges often unleashed astonishing strength.

The Eternal Emperor himself was an example. Born with an ordinary body, he defied his fate, shattered mortal limitations, and became the first in the Nine Heavens Realm to break through its boundaries. His legacy of body refinement, now in Jiang Chen’s possession, reflected his unparalleled research into the human form.

– Dao represented the comprehension of the myriad Daos, carrying the Eternal Emperor’s insights and teachings to help the inheritor grasp their path more clearly.

This was most suitable for Zi Qingyan, whose Innate Dao Body made her naturally attuned to the Dao. With this inheritance, her future achievements would be limitless.

This was why Jiang Chen insisted that Zi Qingyan enter. This inheritance was practically tailor-made for her.

The Starry Saintess stiffened, her expression conflicted. “You’re so certain we have the Eternal Token?” she asked, her tone sharp. She couldn’t comprehend how Jiang Chen was so confident about their possession of the token.

Not even the Star Palace itself was so certain. How could an outsider like Jiang Chen know of such a secret?

Yet, the exchange he proposed was impossible to refuse. For hundreds of thousands of years, the Star Palace had searched tirelessly for the inheritance. Now, with the path laid before them, how could they say no?

Declining this opportunity might mean waiting another hundred thousand years. With the coming of a grand era, they couldn’t afford to delay any longer. The inheritance could tip the scales in their favor.

“Of course,” Jiang Chen replied with a faint lift of his brow. “How I know isn’t important. Everyone has their secrets. All you need to decide is whether you agree or not.”

He paused, his gaze steady. “If you agree, I’ll help you open the inheritance. If not, I won’t forcefully take the token from you. The choice is yours.”

The Starry Saintess frowned, unable to see through Jiang Chen’s calm demeanor. “I need to consult the Star Palace. I can’t make this decision on my own.”

She studied Jiang Chen’s face, as if trying to discern his intentions, but his expression revealed nothing. Finally, she gave up, tacitly acknowledging his claims. She made no further attempt to deny the token’s existence.

“Take your time,” Jiang Chen said, unbothered.

The Starry Saintess and her protector quickly withdrew, using secret techniques to contact the Star Palace from afar. They took great care to hide their actions from Jiang Chen.

Watching them leave, Jiang Chen chuckled softly but did not interfere. With the All-Heaven Mirror, no matter how well-hidden their methods, nothing could escape his notice.

A faint light flickered, and a tall, elegant figure materialized. Clad in celestial robes adorned with countless constellations, she seemed to embody the very essence of the stars. The fabric shimmered with radiant starlight, obscuring her features except for a pair of clear, piercing eyes.

Her arrival dimmed the heavens, and her unparalleled grace was so captivating that it felt impossible to look away, yet none dared to gaze at her for long. The terrifying aura she exuded made the heavens and earth tremble.

This was the Palace Master of the Star Palace, a Second-Step Quasi-Emperor.

“What is it?” she asked, her voice calm and melodic as her gaze fell on her disciple. The words were simple, but they carried an undeniable authority.

The Star Palace Master’s tone was serene and calm, exuding an effortless warmth that made one feel at ease. Unlike the Holy Son of Primordial or Mu Jianxue, whose presence was as unapproachable as a snow lotus on a frigid peak, she was like a soft breeze—cool, refreshing, and comforting.

“Master!” The Starry Saintess promptly described the events at Eternal Mountain. She spoke concisely, going straight to the point.

In a few sentences, she outlined the ambush by the Yin-Yang Holy Land, the intervention of the Holy Son of Primordial that forced them to flee, and most importantly, the issue of the Eternal Emperor’s inheritance.

The Star Palace Master listened quietly, her expression remaining tranquil, her gaze as deep as a still lake, showing not the slightest ripple of surprise.

When the Starry Saintess finished, the Palace Master finally spoke, her voice calm and measured. “Agree to his terms. This matter carries no disadvantages for us—it is entirely beneficial.”

The Starry Saintess frowned with concern. “But by doing so, aren’t we just handing everything to them? If Zi Qingyan enters, won’t she take the entire inheritance for herself?”

She hesitated, torn between her desire for the inheritance and her reluctance to let Zi Qingyan participate. Allowing Zi Qingyan to join could introduce unnecessary complications, perhaps even leading to them losing the inheritance entirely.