Urban Peerless Expert

Lu Yunfeng's thoughts were unknown to Lin Chen, nor did he particularly care.

Although Lin Chen had asked Lu Yunfeng to surrender his True Soul, it was merely a means to control Lu Yunfeng, ensuring that he posed no threat to Qi while confined within the Linglong Tower. After all, people's intentions can be inscrutable, and in the struggle for survival, no one could guarantee what Lu Yunfeng might attempt.

Lu Yunfeng was unwilling to hand over his True Soul, and Lin Chen did not mind; if he wouldn't submit, then he could stay in the Little Black Room.

With Lu Yunfeng's Sea of Knowledge sealed, even if he wanted to cause trouble, he lacked the capability.

Understanding the initial predicament of Gu Yue, both Lin Chen and Qi breathed a sigh of relief, grateful for the best possible outcome.

Gu Yue was still alive!

Although there was currently no way to rescue Gu Yue, as long as he was alive, there was always a chance, right?

Lin Chen did not delay any further and performed the Star Sky Jump, returning to the Crimson Immortal Domain, the gathering point of the families of many corps members.

Gu Yuexi, Yao Xuanji, and Shang Wenyao had remained at the camp and were waiting for Lin Chen. Seeing Lin Chen return, they finally felt at ease.

"Did everything go smoothly?"

Lin Chen replied, "It went well, but there was a slight accident."

Gu Yuexi asked, "What accident?"

Lin Chen said with a rueful laugh, "We encountered the Bodhi Saint at the Xuanbing Purple Thunder Pond..."

Shang Wenyao widened her eyes in shock, "The Bodhi Saint?"

Lin Chen nodded, "Yes."

As Lin Chen recounted the entire incident, the expressions of the three women became complicated, and for a moment, they did not know what comments to express.

"This is really..."

Lin Chen continued with a wry smile, "Indeed, it was unexpected, but it also gave us a direct understanding of a Saint's power. The Thunder Dragon, almost at the Quasi-Saint level, was like a mere earthworm in front of the Saint, utterly powerless to resist..."

Yao Xuanji said helplessly, "Otherwise, why would everyone yearn to become a Saint?"

Lin Chen again retold the issue regarding Gu Yue and finally asked, "Has everyone from the Third Squad returned?"

Gu Yuexi replied, "They had a three-month leave, so after spending just over a month with their families, they all went back."

Lin Chen nodded, "I am preparing to rejoin my unit. Do you want to stay behind or come with me?"

Without hesitation, the three women responded in unison, "We'll go with you!"

Yao Xuanji said, "Our strength is not lacking now; let us stay by your side and fight alongside you."

Lin Chen was slightly hesitant, but Shang Wenyao persuaded, "We know you care about us, but we also want to contribute our strength."

Lin Chen pondered for a moment, "Alright, you'll come back with me. If things are as I anticipate, Jiang Yunfeng should have already recovered and started rebuilding the First Corps. I am the deputy commander, I will assign you as my trusted aides, so we can fight together."

After a pause, Lin Chen added, "If we really encounter grave danger, you don't need to risk your lives; just keep yourselves safe. My strength is greater, my Magical Treasures are better, and my ability to escape is higher. If there is real danger, I will ensure my own safety."

All three women agreed.

They all knew very clearly that among their family, the strongest were naturally Chu Jiaxue and Nalan Wushuang, followed by Lin Chen who could easily overpower those at the peak of Da Luo. The combat power of these three was indeed formidable, far surpassing opponents in the same realm, but compared to the three of them, the difference was too great.

When encountering danger, the correct approach was to ensure their own safety and not cause trouble for Lin Chen and the others.

After the discussion, Lin Chen released Zhuang Susu and the other two women from the Qiqiao Hall.

"Palace lord, I have military duties to attend to and must return to the camp. What are your plans going forward?"

Zhuang Susu thought for a moment, "I'll continue to stay by your side. I'll wear a magical treasure for concealment, and not reveal my identity... It's just three saints, it shouldn't be so unlucky to meet anyone, right?"

Lin Chen hesitated slightly, contemplating the potential situations that could arise if she were discovered.

Zhuang Susu spoke again, "Even if I don't follow you, I can't go back to the Demon World now. If I just stay inside the magical treasure all the time, it would be too boring. Being by your side, I can still be of some help, right?"

Lin Chen said with a laugh, "After I return to the military, I will inevitably confront the Demon Race and try to eliminate them as much as possible. If you follow me, do you intend to fight against the Demon Race?"

Zhuang Susu thought for a moment, "My identity is special, indeed it's not convenient for me to attack the Demon Race. How about this, you are now considered a hero anyway. When you return to the army, you should be promoted and become a high-ranking officer. Let me be your personal guard."

"I won't help you kill, but if you are in danger, I will come to your aid."

Lin Chen laughed and said, "Alright, that's settled then."

Although Zhuang Susu was from the Demon Race, she was a disciple of the Great Wilderness Saint, who stood opposite the Demon God Temple, so Lin Chen was not very concerned about her identity being exposed.

The Bodhi Saint, knowing Zhuang Susu's identity as a "Great Wilderness Palace Disciple," didn't harm her, which, in turn, might act as a protective umbrella for Zhuang Susu.

The Bodhi Saint didn't kill her and thought there was no issue with her; do you think she needs to be killed?

Are you more powerful than the Bodhi Saint?

Having an additional Quasi-Saint Guard unexpectedly was indeed a big profit.

After the arrangements were made, Lin Chen contacted Master Floating Cloud through his Sea of Knowledge.

After a while, feeling the fluctuation of the star mark again, Lin Chen hesitated no more. Activating Star Sky Jump, he instantly left his residence and arrived beside Master Floating Cloud.

Master Floating Cloud, alone in the secluded wilderness, was delighted to see the suddenly appearing Lin Chen.

Who could help but be happy seeing this disciple!

"Master!"

Master Floating Cloud smiled, "Your divine power is really convenient, coming and going as you please."

Lin Chen laughed, "It indeed is convenient, especially when others are unaware and unprepared, often producing unexpected effects."

Master Floating Cloud asked, "Have you settled all your affairs?"

Lin Chen replied, "The palace lord's illness has been cured, and she will stay by my side temporarily as my personal guard… By the way, master, how are things here?"

Master Floating Cloud smiled, "After all members of the Third Squad returned, the Hall Master convened numerous army commanders to discuss the allocation of the Third Squad. It is said that the commanders argued fiercely, all wanting to take us under their command."

"While they were in the midst of a heated argument, Jiang Yunfeng, who had been recuperating, suddenly appeared in front of the Hall Master and declared that the First Corps would not be disbanded. He intended to reestablish the First Corps, with the Third Squad being the core of the restructured First Corps, so no one could take the Third Squad away."

"Jiang Yunfeng also stated that not only would the Third Squad remain, but all other members who had been 'borrowed' by other corps must also return to the First Corps."

"The statement by Jiang Yunfeng immediately met with opposition from the other commanders, basically implying that you've been down and unable to fight, what basis do you have to rebuild the First Corps…"