The Female CEO's Personal Bodyguard

Chapter 3303: Different Ways, Don’t Conspire with Each Other
Lin Chen returned to the camp and waited quietly.

A day later, Mu Tianjun sent someone to deliver the list.

The list contained quite a few people, about twenty in total. These were all peak-level Great Luo experts who had gained some understanding and were about to break through to the next realm.

Whether they can successfully break through to the next level is uncertain, but what is certain is that they have reached the final step and are ready to take that step at any time.

Lin Chen's vacation has begun.

Indeed, as Lin Chen said, in the current battlefield, his presence or absence makes little difference. It would be better for him to focus on his comprehension and seek opportunities to break through his current realm. If he were to advance to become a Quasi-Saint, he would undoubtedly be able to play a greater role.

Lin Chen, accompanied by Chu Jiaxue and Nalan Wushuang, began visiting the people on the list.

These people were quite surprised when they heard Lin Chen's request to observe their breakthroughs and gain insights, because they didn't understand what purpose it would serve. Lin Chen explained that he wanted to try to understand the subtle fluctuations caused when they broke through their cultivation levels.

Although they didn't quite understand Lin Chen's explanation, everyone readily agreed.

Lin Chen is a renowned hero with merits and is also the deputy commander of the First Legion. He has close relationships with Mu Tianjun, the three Immortal Lords, and even the Saint. Who wouldn't want to make a good connection with such a person?

They're just observing; they won't bother you or have any impact on you. So why not agree?

Besides, Lin Chen wasn't just asking for it for nothing. The two wives he brought with him were both quasi-saints, so they could answer or discuss the questions raised by the visitors.

The peak of the Great Luo realm is indeed very powerful, and its status is not bad, but it is still a world apart from that of a Quasi-Saint. Not everyone is qualified to visit a Quasi-Saint and ask them for advice, let alone have any Quasi-Saint patiently answer your questions.

After the round, Lin Chen was in a good mood and now he was just waiting for them to notify him when they broke through to the next level.

Although no one has broken through to the next level yet, judging from what they've said, three or four people are already preparing to try taking that step.

At the same time, Mu Tianjun requested an audience with the Immortal Emperor and proposed a withdrawal of troops.

The Immortal Emperor calmly stared at Mu Tianjun: "Although I am the Immortal Emperor, the Immortal Realm does not belong to me alone. Let them withdraw, and we will stay here to fight to the death?"

Mu Tianjun bowed and said, "A few days ago, I was inspecting the military camp and overheard the soldiers chatting. They were discussing the possibility of winning the current war, and one of them said something that I remember vividly..."

The Immortal Emperor's gaze was profound, as if he could see through Mu Tianjun's heart: "If this sentence is so memorable to you, then it must be something special. Tell me about it."

Mu Tianjun replied, "With great power comes great responsibility."

The Immortal Emperor frowned, seemingly deep in thought, but remained silent.

Mu Tianjun glanced at the Immortal Emperor and added, "When I first heard that, I was somewhat dismissive. Does that mean that when I cultivate to become powerful, it's not for myself, but for others?"

"But after thinking about it repeatedly, I feel that there is indeed a profound meaning in these words. The Immortal Realm belongs to everyone. Now that the Abyss Demons have invaded, are we supposed to let those mortals resist the Abyss Demons?"

"If the immortals can't stop it, then the Grand Luo Immortals will step in. If the Grand Luo Immortals can't stop it, then the Quasi-Saints will step in. If the Quasi-Saints can't withstand it, then you, the Immortal Emperor, will personally charge ahead. Think of it from another perspective: with great power comes great responsibility."

"Sending ordinary immortals to fight against the demon lord is nothing short of sending them to their deaths, a pointless sacrifice. Only saints can resist the demon lord. In that case, it would be better to send them back to rest and recuperate, conserve their fighting strength, and then send them to the battlefield when they have a chance to prove themselves. Otherwise, pointless sacrifices will only weaken the vitality of our immortal realm."

The Immortal Emperor calmly asked, "Then who do you think should leave, and who should stay?"

"Those below the level of Quasi-Saint all fled."

Mu Tianjun replied, "We will form a surprise force composed of all the Quasi-Saints to fight alongside the Saints. Although their strength is not as great as that of the Saints, their combined combat power is extremely strong, enough to carry out any surprise attack. Moreover, they can effectively protect themselves. Their numbers are small, and they can advance and retreat freely."

The Immortal Emperor remained silent for a few seconds, then nodded and said, "Have them retreat to the Crimson Immortal Realm, divide their forces and garrison there to prevent a sneak attack by the Demon Lord, and prepare their troops to await orders." Mu Tianjun cupped his hands and replied, "Yes, Immortal Lord!"

After a pause, Mu Tianjun asked hesitantly, "Your Majesty, your injuries..."

The Immortal Emperor nodded and said, "I won't die. If the Demon Lord attacks, I will naturally go to war."

Mu Tianjun breathed a slight sigh of relief: "If the Lord of the Abyss were to reappear..."

The Immortal Emperor remained silent for a long while before finally speaking: "If he really does descend, then we should all just flee for our lives. Although it was only a brief exchange, we could all sense that we were no match for him."

Mu Tianjun asked cautiously, "Could it be as the Enchantress Lord said, that there is a higher realm above the Saint, and that the Lord of the Abyss is at that level, which is why he has the ability to give birth to the Abyss Demon race and control so many Demon Lords who are comparable to Saints?"

This time, the Immortal Emperor remained silent for an even longer period.

Just when Mu Tianjun thought the Immortal Emperor might not answer again, the Immortal Emperor spoke up: "There should be. In my opinion, the end of the Great Dao should be unique, not a place where saints are everywhere."

Mu Tianjun didn't quite understand what he meant, but he didn't want to ask, so he simply cupped his hands and prepared to leave.

The Immortal Emperor suddenly spoke up: "Where is that brat Lin Chen?"

Mu Tianjun was slightly taken aback. The Immortal Emperor was actually personally inquiring about Lin Chen's situation?
Mu Tianjun replied, "He asked me for a list of peak Great Luo cultivators who were about to break through to the Quasi-Saint realm, and then asked for leave, saying he wanted to discuss the Dao with these people in order to find an opportunity to break through..."

The Immortal Emperor smiled and said, "This kid probably has some hidden tricks up his sleeve. Let's wait and see when he can break through to the next realm."

Mu Tianjun replied, "Lin Chen's talent is average, but he has good fortune in the immortal realm and has had many fortuitous encounters. He has reached his current position in a very short time, and I am very optimistic about his future."

The Immortal Emperor hummed in agreement: "Given his talent, he shouldn't have achieved much. However, although the path to immortality is difficult, it always leaves a chance for those with the right destiny. Clearly, he is one of those with the right destiny."

Mu Tianjun nodded in agreement: "Yes, but given the current situation we are in, he can't be of much help. Even if he becomes a quasi-saint, he is still no match for the demon lord."

The Immortal Emperor calmly said, "Perhaps he will become a saint one day?"

Mu Tianjun was startled and looked up at the Immortal Emperor, but the Immortal Emperor's expression was calm and his eyes were deep, making it impossible to guess what the Immortal Emperor was thinking.

"To become a sage is so difficult..."

The Immortal Emperor sighed softly, "If we had a few more sages at this time, we wouldn't be in such a predicament."

At this point, Mu Tianjun couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty, what about the Bodhi Sage..."

The Celestial Emperor waved his hand, interrupting Mu Tianjun: "Those who follow different paths cannot work together... Go and get busy."

Mu Tianjun dared not say more and took his leave.

Upon leaving the Immortal Emperor's residence, Mu Tianjun's gaze was complex.

Those who walk different paths cannot make plans together.

Is there a conflict between the Celestial Emperor and the Bodhi Sage?

(End of this chapter)