Chapter 235: Thwarting the Union of Gu Ran and Wu Qian

Chapter 235: Thwarting the Union of Gu Ran and Wu Qian

[Name: Wu Qian

Realm: Late-stage Dao Palace

Status: Supporting character

Fate Value: 6879]

'Wu Qian?' Jiang Chen pondered. 'A Late-stage Dao Palace realm...Ah, I understand, this individual is set to become an ally of Gu Ran!'

'If a Dao Palace realm demon like E Tianjiu enters the war, how would Black Wood Island stand a chance of surviving unscathed? And how could Gu Ran continue to best his adversaries on Black Wood Island?'

'This Wu Qian is supposed to be E Tianjiu's primary adversary, but he certainly can't defeat E Tianjiu. At best, it would be a stalemate.'

'In this scenario, Wu Qian also stands a chance to vanquish the surrounding menacing demonic beasts, sparing Black Wood Island from annihilation, and enabling Gu Ran to thrive.'

'It's probable that Gu Ran would come to appreciate this Wu Qian, leading to a close-knit friendship between them regardless of their age difference. Essentially, Gu Ran gains another potent defender.'

'I wonder what position this Wu Qian holds. His name wasn't mentioned by the Ageless Spirit Heavenly Sect.'

As these thoughts played out, Jiang Chen began strategizing - should he seek to control Wu Qian or eliminate him?

Naturally, the optimal course of action would be to bring him under control!The source of this content nov(el)bi((n))

So, without hesitation, Jiang Chen surged ahead. His immediate objective was to thwart the formation of a karmic bond between Wu Qian and Gu Ran.

'By the heavens!' Wu Qian gazed at the ocean through his divine sense, immediately noticing its deviation from what he remembered. 'What in the world is transpiring here?'

'Why would such an event occur in this part of the sea?'

'This wouldn't interfere with the underwater cavern dwelling I've discovered, would it!?' he wondered, filled with a measure of concern.

He was a famed expert in the Immortal Martial Continent many years ago, but his pursuit of a breakthrough caused him to gradually recede from the public eye.

Eventually, Wu Qian serendipitously obtained a map that pointed to a location suspected to be the cave dwelling of a Transcendence realm great powerhouse.

However, the cave dwelling was peculiar and no matter what method he tried, it wouldn't yield.

Moreover, he refrained from using brute force to break in, fearing he might damage it.

After all, it was potentially a cave dwelling of a Transcendence realm great powerhouse.

There could be remnants inside that could help one achieve a breakthrough!

If that were the case, he, Wu Qian, could ascend to become a Transcendence realm great powerhouse!

Now, this scarcely inhabited marine area was suddenly in turmoil, creating a substantial upheaval.

He was genuinely concerned that the cave dwelling he had discovered might be destroyed.

Just as Wu Qian was anxiously deliberating his next move, his divine sense abruptly detected an incredibly formidable presence!

'That's... a Peak-stage Dao Palace realm! A True Dragon Bloodline!!' he realized.

'How can this be? How could a True Dragon Bloodline exist on the Immortal Martial Continent!?'

'Could it be that he's not from the Immortal Martial Continent!?'

Indeed, first impressions played a crucial role in meeting individuals!

Consequently, Jiang Chen decided to have this dialogue with Wu Qian.

For characters that might become allies of the protagonist, their character and personal morality were generally impeccable. While there could be a few exceptions, they were scarce.

Thus, Jiang Chen was confident that after hearing his tales, Wu Qian would hold a positive perception of him.

As expected, that indeed proved to be the case!

[Ding! You successfully created a positive first impression on the protagonist's supporting character, Wu Qian, and the Heavenly Fate Value of the protagonist Gu Ran has decreased by 200 points!]

[Ding! You have accrued 400 Villain Value points!]

As the system notifications echoed in his mind, Jiang Chen's smile became even more genuine and warm.

Subsequently, Jiang Chen proceeded to converse with Wu Qian.

Simultaneously, at a distant coral reef within the sea, the figure of Gu Ran gradually materialized.

'Has the wave of demonic beasts entirely passed? he wondered.

'There ought to be a swarm of demonic beasts besieging Black Wood Island. If I can continue to slay these creatures, my cultivation base could ascend even further!'

Gu Ran clenched his fist. He had now advanced to the Middle-stage Heavenly Origin realm!

In a brief span, his cultivation base had experienced a considerable surge.

This instilled tremendous confidence in Gu Ran.

He was deeply convinced that he could become the mightiest in the Immortal Martial Continent and then seek higher realms on the Cultivation Path.

Shortly thereafter, he summoned his flying artifact, hastening towards Black Wood Island.

Jiang Chen vigilantly observed the entire sequence.

Yet, Wu Qian observed none of this, as Jiang Chen's divine sense enveloped a much wider area.

Jiang Chen was committed to intercepting Wu Qian to prevent him from forming any relationship with Gu Ran. Why would he allow Wu Qian to see Gu Ran at this juncture?

As for the future, well, that would hinge on the unfolding circumstances.

After conversing aloft for a while, Wu Qian initially proposed to assist Jiang Chen in dealing with the remaining demonic beasts, but Jiang Chen politely declined.

Indeed, such lesser demonic beasts didn't warrant the focus of two Dao Palace realm cultivators.

Concerned about the Transcendence realm cave dwelling, Wu Qian cheerfully took his leave.

'Next on the agenda, persist in stealing Gu Ran's targets and thwart his plot of grandstanding and confuting others!' A smirk edged onto Jiang Chen's face as he promptly headed towards Black Wood Island.

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