While in Battle Through the Heavens, one can pre-appoint oneself as an emperor.

Chapter 406 Junior, Xiao Xuan!

Having learned everything he wanted to know, Chen Xiao also learned about the situation in the far north from Ling Cang and the other two. He then declined their offer to stay and left with Qing Yanjing.

Watching the two figures disappear completely into the horizon, Ling Cang and the two elders beside him breathed a sigh of relief, but their brows were filled with a complex mix of emotions.

"Palace Master, this gentleman clearly intends to establish a power base in the far north." Elder Mo frowned slightly, his tone tinged with worry.

If he had no ideas, Chen Xiao would never have asked so many questions.

The fact that Chen Xiao is inquiring like this shows that the far north is at least one of his options.

Elder Lin, standing to the side, also expressed some concern, saying, "Judging from this, the long-dormant situation in our far northern region is likely about to undergo a dramatic change."

Upon hearing this, Ling Cang slowly nodded, pondered for a moment, and then seemed to have a sudden realization. A faint smile appeared on his lips: "If the heavens are going to change, then let them change. Such turmoil is a headache for those Heavenly Sovereigns. For my Qingxue Palace, it may not be a bad thing. Meeting you today can be considered a good deed, and it will give us more options in the future."

"The Palace Master's insight is brilliant!" the two elders echoed in unison, their worries completely gone.

the other side.

After leaving Qingxue Palace, the two sped along, remaining silent to each other.

This silence lasted for about half an hour before Qing Yanjing finally couldn't hold back any longer. She lightly bit her red lips with her pearly teeth and spoke up seemingly unintentionally, trying to probe indirectly.

"Those people you asked Ling Cang and the others about earlier—are they all from the same plane as you, like the Soul Emperor?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiao stopped in mid-air. He turned his head and glanced at Qing Yanjing's pretty face, which clearly concealed her worries. He didn't hide anything and simply nodded.

"Back then, the ten of us entered the Great Thousand World together through the dimensional portal. When we were about to enter the Great Thousand World, although I was able to ensure that they would not be separated, I did not say anything, and they did not ask. These people have different identities and different strengths, but they all have a confidence engraved in their bones."

Chen Xiao smiled, paused slightly, and added, his tone calm yet somewhat complex: "Of these nine people, two are my fathers-in-law, while Chen Xiao and Chen Lin are my blood relatives."

Upon hearing this, Qing Yanjing remained calm, her expression unchanged, showing no emotion whatsoever, as if she had anticipated this outcome.

But her tightly clenched teeth bit her lower lip even harder, and a very faint white mark quietly appeared.

Obviously, guessing is one thing, but actually confirming it is another.

When that vague suspicion in my heart was exposed, it inevitably stirred up ripples that no one else could perceive.

At this moment, she finally understood that the man's awkwardness in certain aspects during their past interactions was ultimately traceable.

Qing Yanjing had concealed her emotions almost perfectly, but with Chen Xiao's experience and having spent so much time together, how could he not sense the subtle fluctuations in her heart?

With a quiet sigh, Chen Xiao didn't pause for long. This time, Qing Yanjing didn't deliberately change the subject, clearly having prepared herself mentally. This was the perfect opportunity to reveal all the past events and hidden secrets at once.

"Chen Xiao and Chen Lin were born to the daughters of the Ancient Emperor and the Dragon Emperor, respectively. In the Dou Qi Continent, I also have four other wives, each of whom has borne me a daughter."

"Besides these, I have two disciples and a adopted sister. My parents died early, and I have no family. These are my closest relatives."

As Chen Xiao finished speaking, Qing Yanjing subconsciously widened her beautiful eyes slightly. The calm on her pretty face finally shattered completely, and her eyes were filled with shock and a bit of complexity.

She had secretly speculated that Chen Xiao might have one or two lovers by his side, which was the most she could think of.

But upon hearing that there were actually six people, this sudden astonishment left her speechless for a moment.

A cold wind swept past their clothes, carrying wisps of snow. Qing Yanjing's body, suspended in mid-air, swayed slightly. Her beautiful eyes widened in shock, which spread out like ripples from a stone thrown into a lake, lingering for a long time.

She opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but her throat felt as if it were blocked by ice and snow, and she couldn't make a sound.

Six wives, and children by blood—

This quantity far exceeded her expectations!

However, it didn't seem to make any difference to her.

Whether it's six people or one, when those long-held suspicions are confirmed, what she truly needs to face is never the past of others, but her own heart.

Faced with this man burdened with a past and entanglements, how should one place the feelings that are quietly growing within them?

Should we let it spread, or should we ruthlessly cut it off before there is any transgression, while the boundaries between us are clear?

Her mind was in turmoil, and she couldn't sort things out for a while. Qing Yanjing shook her head, and finally her gaze fell directly on Chen Xiao's face.

Whatever decision she makes, Chen Xiao's attitude is a crucial factor!

Therefore, she needed to know what this man was really thinking, whether he was as indifferent as he usually appeared.

"I want to know what's on your mind—" Qing Yanjing bit her lip, her words filled with obvious hesitation, her eyes flickering slightly.

Chen Xiao met her gaze without flinching and frankly said, "In the past, I had a flaw: I wanted to possess anything good I saw. When I met a compatible and outstanding woman, I had little resistance and was easily tempted. Chen Xiao's mother noticed this and talked to me about it once. I promised at the time that I would keep to myself, and I have kept that promise all these years."

"Until more than half a year ago at White Dragon Hill, the moment you took off your veil, I realized that it wasn't that I had really changed, but that as my strength increased, my standards became higher and higher, and it was difficult to encounter a woman who could truly amaze me from the bottom of my heart."

"During my time in the lower plane, although I tried to remain restrained, I have to admit that it was very pleasant to have someone who made my heart flutter and who was also interested in me by my side. More than half a year has passed in the blink of an eye."

"However, I know my situation is special, so I won't do anything rashly before I've explained everything. For me, it's necessary for you to understand everything about me. Only in this way will your final decision truly be true to your own heart, and you won't regret it later."

Hearing Chen Xiao's rather strangely candid words, Qing Yanjing's spirits suddenly improved considerably.

At least Chen Xiao's words proved that it wasn't just her wishful thinking before.

Qing Yanjing bit her lip lightly, glancing at him sideways as she spoke, "Is this how you appeased them back then? If I had agreed, wouldn't you have had no way to explain it to them?"

Ignoring the first question, Chen Xiao shook his head and said, "Regardless of what decision you ultimately make, I will discuss it with them."

Qing Yanjing curled her lips, suddenly feeling somewhat taken advantage of.

Even though you haven't done anything, you give the impression that you've done everything.

Growing increasingly frustrated, Qing Yanjing abruptly changed the subject, looking up at Chen Xiao: "So, you're planning to head to the Skull Continent next?"

The topic shifted so abruptly that Chen Xiao was almost caught off guard. After a pause, he took the lead and replied, "I know the old Dragon Emperor—that is, the Dragon Emperor himself—and Chen Lin's temperament all too well. They are fearless and will definitely cause trouble, but they would never start trouble for no reason. Rumors cannot be entirely believed, but the problem most likely lies with the War Emperor."

"Since that War Emperor has made his statement, if I don't go and have a word with him, won't the people of the Great Thousand Worlds think we are weak and easily bullied?"

"Perfect timing. As I am building the Zixiao Palace, I will inevitably need to recruit powerful individuals from all sides. Although I am already a Heavenly Sovereign, words alone are not enough, and others will inevitably have doubts. I will take this opportunity to let the world get to know me properly."

Simply put, it's about becoming famous.

Once you establish a reputation, many things become infinitely simpler.

Before returning to the Great Thousand World, Chen Xiao was already thinking about how to make a big fuss. Now it's perfect, like someone delivering a pillow when you're sleepy!

Qing Yanjing nodded slightly, quite agreeing with Chen Xiao's plan.

Even among the supreme beings of the heavens, there are differences in their levels. The gap between them at the same realm is sometimes far greater than ordinary people can imagine.

Looking at the vast world, most of those powerful individuals who intend to join a particular force will choose to go to a more powerful patron.

Therefore, the War Emperor who took the initiative to provoke the conflict could serve as a stepping stone to establish his authority.

Beat him up; the benefits will be immense!

Qing Yan gazed at the distant snowflakes, his voice as light as a feather in the wind: "You can go to the Skull Continent by yourself this time. I want to be alone. We'll meet again when the Ancient Heavenly Palace opens."

She needs some time to sort out her chaotic thoughts.

Chen Xiao did not insist, but simply took out an Ice Soul Talisman and placed it in her palm.

"Then, we'll meet again on the Tianluo Continent!"

Qing Yan nodded silently, his gaze fixed on his figure as it transformed into a streak of light and vanished into the horizon in an instant.

Only after the figure had completely disappeared did she let out a soft sigh. The pent-up frustration in her heart had nowhere to go, and she stomped her foot hard.

Boom!

With a deafening roar, the towering snow-capped peak shattered into dust.

Skull Continent, Skull Demon Mountain.

Just hearing the name, anyone would have some guesses. Being able to share the same prefix as the mainland, this Skull Demon Mountain must be no ordinary place.

And that is indeed the case.

Among the many continents in the vast world, Skull Continent can only be considered a relatively ordinary existence, and its overall strength is relatively average, far inferior to a super continent like Tianluo Continent.

Skull Demon Mountain is the undisputed overlord of this continent. Its mountain lord is a high-level Earthly Sovereign, and several lower-level Earthly Sovereigns are under its command, bringing together nearly one-third of the continent's fighting force.

But at this moment, a completely different scene was unfolding inside the Demon Mountain Palace, where black mist was churning.

On the main seat, a figure clad in a golden robe sat regally, his innate domineering aura making the atmosphere of the entire hall somewhat stagnant.

As the supreme ruler of Skull Mountain, he stood respectfully to the side like a servant ordered to attend to him, not daring to even raise his head.

Below the main hall stood four or five powerful figures of varying appearances and ages, all of whom possessed the cultivation level of a lower-level Earthly Sovereign.

"You all surely know the purpose of my visit." A majestic voice suddenly resounded throughout the hall, causing everyone present to tremble.

"As the local tyrant of this Skull Continent, Skull Demon Mountain should know something about that Soul Emperor, shouldn't he?"

The one who spoke was none other than the War Emperor.

This person was undefeated in a hundred battles throughout his life, and after advancing to the Heavenly Supreme Realm, his power became countless times stronger than before.

Rumor has it that the War Emperor has been traveling the world in recent years, secretly selecting a location to establish his own power.

But at this critical juncture, he was disrupted by a group of Supreme Beings and Earthly Sovereigns, resulting in a complete loss of face. One can imagine the rage he felt.

Upon hearing this, the Skeleton Demon Mountain Lord, who was standing bowing beside the War Emperor, dared not hesitate for a moment and quickly gave a wink to a man below who was dressed in white robes and had an extremely refined appearance, like a schoolteacher.

The white-robed man understood immediately, stepped forward, bowed to the War Emperor, and said loudly, "Your Majesty, I have traveled extensively throughout the continent and have some knowledge of the Soul Emperor. Moreover, I had the opportunity to meet him once!"

Upon hearing this, the War Emperor's eyes lit up.

No one can understand the frustration he's been going through lately.

Ever since the old Dragon Emperor and Chen Lin escaped, he has transferred his anger to the Soul Emperor, who is closest to him, intending to make an example of him.

But who would have thought that after arriving on the Skull Continent, he would discover that the Soul Emperor was truly cunning and treacherous.

When he publicly voiced his support for Lao Longhuang and Chen Lin, this person was actually wearing a fake face!

As a result, even now, the War Emperor has no idea what the Soul Emperor truly looks like; he only knows that the other party is a lower-level Earthly Sovereign.

"Really?!" Finally, there was progress, and the War Emperor's voice was filled with a little excitement.

"This junior dares not deceive the War Emperor," the white-robed man replied respectfully. He then swiftly formed hand seals, and a ray of spiritual light emanated from between his brows, slowly condensing into a lifelike portrait under the gaze of the crowd.

The man in the portrait is dressed in a wide black robe with ancient patterns embroidered on the hem. His dark hair is tied up with only a black jade hairpin. His face is angular and sharp, and his eyes are long and deep. When his eyes move, it seems that an arrogant look down on the world is coming over him.

If Chen Xiao were here, he would surely be amazed.

Because he was very familiar with the person in the portrait; who else could it be but Xiao Xuan?

"This person is the Soul Emperor? He does have some presence, but unfortunately, his strength is lacking. A mere lower-level Earthly Sovereign dares to seek his own death!" The War Emperor stared at the portrait, a fierce glint flashing in his eyes.

"Indeed! The Soul Emperor is a cautious man who often does not show his true face. Moreover, he is ruthless and has a mysterious background, which makes it extremely rare for people to have seen his true appearance." The white-robed man nodded.

Upon hearing this, the War Emperor scoffed, "Just some low-class tricks. As long as he's still on the Skull Continent, now that I know his true face, I have plenty of ways to find him! What's your name? Once I've settled this matter, I'll reward you accordingly."

The man in white robes was overjoyed and quickly cupped his hands in greeting, replying, "This junior's name is Xiao Xuan!"

The War Emperor was very satisfied with his reaction; this was how an Earthly Sovereign should behave when facing a Heavenly Sovereign.

"Very well, Xiao Xuan, I will remember you."