Chapter 44: A Classic Trope—A Roasted Chicken Wins Xu Fangxin's Heart, Clearing the Way for Xiao Chen

Xiao Chen unleashed the Azure Dragon Transformation. Azure dragon scales spread across his body, and dragon wings extended from his back as he threw a punch.

Over a hundred azure dragon light patterns diffused outward along with the radiance of his fist.

The bandit leader of the Demon Wolf Band was instantly obliterated into a mist of blood by a single punch.

"Damn it, how dare you attack our boss!"

"Where did this fool come from? Die!"

What followed was a frantic slaughter.

Xiao Chen moved like an azure dragon emerging from the sea, his moves grand and sweeping. The woman wearing the white veil watched with slight astonishment.

She had seen countless young talents, successors of great sects, and chosen sons of heaven.

But a youth with strength as outstanding as Xiao Chen's was rare indeed.

Furthermore, Xiao Chen did not possess the arrogance or the disdainful attitude common among the geniuses of top-tier orthodox lineages.

This caused the veiled woman to feel an inexplicable sense of goodwill toward him.

Soon, Xiao Chen concluded the battle.

At that moment, the voice of the Azure Dragon Venerable echoed in his mind.

"Xiao Chen, that woman's background is likely extraordinary. She possesses something on her that can even obscure my perception. She is undoubtedly a chosen daughter of some immortal lineage. If you build a good relationship with her, it will be extremely helpful for dealing with the Jun Family's Divine Son in the future."

The Azure Dragon Venerable's words stirred Xiao Chen's heart.

He considered himself not the type of despicable person who would exploit others.

However, to deal with Jun Xiaoyao and to wash away the humiliation of three years ago, he was capable of anything.

"Miss, are you alright?" Xiao Chen stepped forward with a smile.

His clean and gentle smile gave the veiled woman an added sense of security.

Meanwhile, Xiao Chen was observing her.

Although her face was covered by a white veil, her eyes were like clear spring water, sparkling with life, and her long eyelashes suggested she was a woman of peerless beauty.

This further solidified Xiao Chen's resolve to win her favor.

What followed was, naturally, a calculated approach.

The woman concealed her identity, stating only that she was out traveling for experience.

Xiao Chen, in turn, gave a simple account of his own situation.

"So, he is the First Prince of the Azure Dragon Ancient Kingdom," the veiled woman murmured to herself.

She knew of the Azure Dragon Ancient Kingdom, one of the Four Symbols Ancient Kingdoms; it was considered a first-rate power.

However, compared to the power behind her, it was incomparable.

For the power behind her was an Immortal Divine Dynasty!

Subsequently, Xiao Chen and the veiled woman traveled together through Kunzhou, honing their skills.

Their relationship grew increasingly familiar.

Although, due to the distinctions between men and women, the veiled woman did not engage in any intimate behavior with Xiao Chen, they had become good friends through their conversations.

Even the Azure Dragon Venerable could not help but marvel.

Xiao Chen truly was a Child of Fortune, a protagonist of destiny; even in his luck with women, he possessed such providence.

One late night, while sitting by a campfire, Xiao Chen was roasting a chicken for the veiled woman.

He had also learned her name: Wu Mingyue.

"Here, Mingyue, this is for you!" Xiao Chen handed a succulent, glistening chicken leg to Wu Mingyue.

Wu Mingyue reached out her jade-like hand to take it, and then she pulled down the white veil from her face.

In an instant, a dreamlike, exquisite face entered Xiao Chen's vision.

Her eyes were like autumn waters, her gaze captivating, her skin like snow, and her beauty was transcendent.

Even Xiao Chen was momentarily dazed.

In his entire life, he had never seen such a beautiful woman.

"What are you looking at?" Wu Mingyue's face flushed slightly. Her fingers tore at the chicken meat, but her heart was racing uncontrollably.

To be honest, compared to the young talents she had met before, Xiao Chen held no advantage in terms of background or appearance.

But for some reason, she simply liked his straightforward and honest personality.

At that moment, Xiao Chen's heart also skipped a beat.

"Even though that wench Bai Yu abandoned me, she allowed me to meet someone even better. Could this be destiny?"

Xiao Chen thought to himself, his determination to win over Wu Mingyue growing even stronger.

He intentionally let out a soft sigh, his expression turning uncharacteristically dejected.

"Xiao Chen, what's wrong?" Wu Mingyue noticed and asked with concern.

"It's nothing, I was just thinking about my unfaithful fiancée," Xiao Chen sighed deeply.

He acted like a man of deep passion who had been betrayed.

"So, he is a man with a story," Wu Mingyue murmured in her heart.

Next, Xiao Chen began to embellish the details of his past.

He spoke of his devoted love for Bai Yu, only for her to betray him and throw herself into the arms of his enemy.

He spoke of how he went to her door seeking an explanation, only to be suppressed by that enemy's influence, eventually resulting in his entire meridian system being destroyed.

Then, he had been left alone, gritting his teeth to cultivate in solitude while seeking an opportunity for revenge.

It was practically the story of a destined protagonist from a novel.

"Xiao Chen, I didn't realize you had such a past."

Hearing his words, a sense of heartache for Xiao Chen rose within Wu Mingyue.

At the same time, she felt intense loathing for the enemy he described who used power to bully others.

"That enemy of yours is truly loathsome. Which faction does he belong to? Do you need Mingyue's help?" Wu Mingyue asked.

Xiao Chen felt a surge of joy. Wasn't this exactly the effect he wanted?

The Azure Dragon Venerable had said that Wu Mingyue might have an immortal lineage behind her.

If so, she would definitely be able to contend with the Jun Family.

But Xiao Chen did not say so directly. Instead, he said with a face full of resolve, "No need. My vengeance must be my own. How can I rely on others?"

Xiao Chen's words only increased Wu Mingyue's admiration.

It also strengthened her resolve to help him.

"Xiao Chen, say no more. Regardless of that enemy's identity or background, Mingyue does not fear him. If he dares to use his status to oppress others, Mingyue will make sure he understands the meaning of regret!"

A rare tone of nobility and dominance surfaced in Wu Mingyue's voice.

What was her identity?

She was the Eldest Princess of an Immortal Divine Dynasty; her background was staggering!

She was confident that even if Xiao Chen's enemy was a chosen son of an immortal lineage, he would have to bow his head before her.

In the Desolate Heaven Immortal Realm, few geniuses held a higher status than hers.

"Mingyue, thank you so much." Xiao Chen showed a hint of being moved.

Wu Mingyue nodded slightly.

She had already made up her mind.

If she happened to encounter Xiao Chen's enemy in the future, she wouldn't mind eliminating him in passing!

...

In Huangzhou, at the Jun Family residence, within the Heavenly Emperor Palace.

Jun Xiaoyao, who was currently cultivating, suddenly felt something and opened his eyes.

"Why do I feel like someone is trying to harm me?" Jun Xiaoyao murmured.

However, he quickly smiled.

There were plenty of people who wanted to harm him.

The people from the Ancestral Dragon's Nest, Xiao Chen, Ye Xingyun, or even Jun Wanjie—any of them were possibilities.

But Jun Xiaoyao didn't mind; no matter what, no one could truly threaten him.

Just then, the voice of Jun Zhangjian sounded outside the Heavenly Emperor Palace.

"Jun Zhangjian requests an audience with the Divine Son!"

"Come in," Jun Xiaoyao said.

A moment later, Jun Zhangjian walked in, a look of excitement on his face.

"Brother Zhangjian, what has happened?" Jun Xiaoyao asked with a faint smile.

"Divine Son, there is news regarding the secret treasury of the Yuan Tian Supreme!"