Urban Peerless Expert

Is this an olive branch being extended to myself?

Seeking to recruit me?

Lin Chen felt a surge of surprise and uncertainty, yet outwardly he maintained a demeanor of compliance, "I shall heed all of the Immortal Monarch's instructions."

What to do next will be figured out later, but right now, Lin Chen needed to make a clean and clear statement of his stance.

In the Immortal Realm, aside from the Saints, these three were the most revered. Lin Chen definitely did not want to draw fire upon himself.

No matter what he thought internally, since they had opened the topic, he had to maintain the right posture and give enough face!

Upon hearing Lin Chen's response, the Seven-colored Immortal Monarch was very pleased and smiled, "Tomorrow I shall send someone to look for you."

Hmm?

Has the time been set already?

Alright then, if need be, I can leave the Linglong Tower somewhere before I go to the appointment. That way, there's no need to worry about the Seven-colored Immortal Monarch discovering anything.

Lin Chen replied, "Awaiting the summon of the Immortal Monarch."

Having settled on the meeting for tomorrow, Lin Chen prepared to take a seat. However, at that moment, Qingluan Immortal Monarch beside him suddenly spoke, "Senior Brother, I too am quite curious about the situation in the Demon World. I brought it up just now because I want to understand more through Lin Chen, who is so young yet so heroic. He reminds me of myself in the past. I was about to invite him for a chat when you, Senior Brother, beat me to it. You surely wouldn't mind an extra listener at tomorrow's gathering, would you?"

As the words of Qingluan Immortal Monarch were spoken, the gazes of everyone in the hall became even more peculiar.

Was Qingluan Immortal Monarch also interested in Lin Chen, wishing to take him under his wing?

He even proactively requested to join tomorrow's meeting; was it because he worried that after meeting with the Seven-colored Immortal Monarch, Lin Chen would directly side with him?

Or perhaps, he wasn't really interested in Lin Chen, but simply didn't want the Seven-colored Immortal Monarch to recruit Lin Chen?

There were rumors that the three disciples of the Immortal Emperor formed their own powers, competing and scheming against each other covertly. It seemed this was true.

With Qingluan Immortal Monarch's interjection, yet the Seven-colored Immortal Monarch showed no sign of surprise on his face, only a graceful smile, "Sure, Second Junior Brother, since you're also interested, we'll all listen together. That way, we'll also save Lin Chen the trouble of telling the story twice. Third Junior Brother, how about you, would you like to join?"

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch sat in his seat with a hint of firelight on his body, and upon hearing this, he laughed heartily, "I'll pass on listening to stories. I'm someone who enjoys drinking. Lin Chen, today is a celebration, and you are a great hero. Come, let us drink!"

With a casual beckoning gesture, Sea Burning Immortal Monarch now held a wine jar in his hand, which was covered in formation patterns and emitted a red radiance, resembling burning flames.

The seal of the wine jar flew open by itself, and suddenly a dragon's roar sounded from within. Terrifying spiritual energy fluctuations emerged from the jar as a blood-red miniature dragon burst forth from the mouth.

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch seemed accustomed to this, casually flicking his finger and the blood-red miniature dragon was sent flying back, plummeting into the wine jar and emitting a mournful cry of anger.

Although the little dragon emerged very quickly and was repelled even faster by Sea Burning Immortal Monarch, everyone in the hall was a powerhouse and clearly saw the full appearance of the mini blood-red dragon, prompting a low exclamation from someone.

"Divine Blood Dragon!"

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch laughed heartily, "Yes, this is a Divine Blood Dragon. I went through a lot of trouble to catch it. I sealed it inside this wine jar, extracted its divine blood, and combined it with eighteen kinds of natural treasures. In the end, I brewed this Blood Flame Wine. Under the heavens, there may only be this jar."

"Lin Chen, you are a hero, and fine wine is meant for heroes. So, I invite you to drink. Come!"

Following Sea Burning Immortal Monarch's words, a stream of wine flew out of the wine jar, landing directly into Lin Chen's wine glass, filling it to the brim.

The wine stream was bright red, like fresh blood, but it also carried a flame-like aspect. Upon entering the wine glass, the rim actually ignited with fire.

A dense fragrance instantly spread throughout the entire hall, accompanied by a strong surge of spiritual energy fluctuations.

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch poured himself a glass too, then heartily called out, "Lin Chen, come on, bottoms up!"

Although Lin Chen did not know the origin of this wine, from the other's simple introduction, he roughly understood that this wine was most likely a treasure among treasures.

Divine Blood Dragon, Lin Chen was aware, was a nearly extinct dragon species. Its blood had unique effects that could enhance the strength of cultivators; because of this, it was hunted and nearly driven to extinction by great powers.

But don't think these dragons were easy to catch; adult Divine Blood Dragons naturally had the strength comparable to a Daluo Initial Immortal, or even Daluo Peak. Capturing them was not something ordinary folks could achieve.

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch had caught such a dragon to brew wine, and added eighteen kinds of natural treasures into it. The medicinal power could be vaguely guessed.

Since Sea Burning Immortal Monarch had already drunk, Lin Chen could not refuse. He simply lifted his glass in thanks: "Thank you, Immortal Monarch, for the wine."

Lin Chen was now just over a hundred years old. In terms of age, he was practically a child in this palace. Anyone who came by would be seen as an Ancestral Master to Lin Chen. Thus, he had no difficulty in considering himself a subordinate and of the junior generation.

Lin Chen finished the wine in his glass in one gulp, feeling a burgeoning spiritual power explode in his stomach, then quickly permeated into his meridians. He experienced an indescribable sensation as if his senses had been opened, becoming more keenly perceptive.

"Great! Refreshing, let's go again!"

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch laughed as he refilled Lin Chen's glass, exclaiming with a laugh, "As I said before, we're going to drink three rounds. You can't go back on your word!"

The people in the hall watched this scene, their gazes growing more meaningful.

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch personally offering a toast, and three rounds of it!

Was this just about the wine?

This was about giving face!

It was about showing respect!

Under the heavens, how many could claim Sea Burning Immortal Monarch toasted them, not to mention in rapid succession with three rounds?

Just now, Seven-colored Immortal Monarch invited Lin Chen for a private meeting, and Qingluan Immortal Monarch, not wanting to fall behind, took the initiative to join this meeting. Seven-colored Immortal Monarch could not refuse, promptly agreeing and even asked Sea Burning Immortal Monarch.

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch verbally declined to join the story-telling, not participating in tomorrow's meeting; yet, he turned around to offer a toast to Lin Chen, bringing out the treasured Blood Flame Wine, and toasting three rounds at that. The implications were clear to everyone.

With Sea Burning Immortal Monarch being so forthcoming and generous, Lin Chen naturally couldn't refuse and drank three rounds in succession.

After the three rounds of Blood Flame Wine, Lin Chen's body exuded a blood-red radiance, as if enveloped by a faint flame. Not only that, he also radiated extremely intense spiritual energy fluctuations.

Inside Lin Chen's body, terrifying spiritual energy erupted wildly, leaving him utterly astonished. Were these three cups of wine so potent with medicinal power?

Seeing this, Sea Burning Immortal Monarch laughed heartily: "This wine of mine is pretty replenishing. Lin Chen, you should find a quiet place to refine and assimilate it. Not only will it enhance your strength, but there might be some unexpected benefits..."

Lin Chen bowed neatly, "Thank you for the wine, Immortal Monarch. I shall take my leave first."

Sea Burning Immortal Monarch waved his hand in amusement: "Go ahead. Seeing you so clear-headed after three cups of Blood Flame Wine shows a good tolerance. You go refine the medicinal power first, I'll invite you for another drink later!"