However, just a few days ago, when Chen Xiao had just entered the Immortal Realm, he felt he had little chance of winning against the three sect leaders.
Thus, the journey to the Immortal Realm concluded perfectly.
Chen Xiao's gains far exceeded expectations. Not to mention the God Slaying Sword and its formation, his Nine Revolutions Azure Wave Art had also reached the Great Perfection stage.
He was now a thousand percent invincible on Earth.
Moreover, he was far beyond other top experts by a significant margin.
He also had full confidence and assurance when facing the Heavenly Dao.
And there was another point: he had gathered all five Saint Relics and could now open the tomb of the Eternal Immortal Emperor.
However, the location of the Eternal Immortal Emperor's tomb still required further clues.
Besides these, he had a special gain, which was a Dao companion…
So, when they heard that Chen Xiao was about to leave the Immortal Realm immediately, Duan Yanzhuo and Yun Lan took their leave, leaving some private time for the couple.
"Are you leaving now? Can't you stay a few more days… even two, or one day?"
The Ziwei Sect Leader pleaded, her tone full of reluctance.
"Time waits for no one, and it's the same for you, isn't it?"
Chen Xiao said with a smile.
"Then stay with me a little longer, tell me your story."
The Ziwei Sect Leader nestled in Chen Xiao's arms, greedily inhaling his scent.
"My story? Where should I begin?"
Chen Xiao pondered for a moment. "If I must tell it, I think I should start from when my mother was short of money for her treatment."
"In reality, this world is often cruel to ordinary people. Their suffering is in birth, aging, sickness, and death, and only death brings release."
"But for their loved ones, knowing there are ways to cure them, yet losing the chance for treatment due to lack of money, can you imagine such pain?"
The Ziwei Sect Leader couldn't imagine it, for she had been a disciple of an immortal sect since birth. The birth, aging, sickness, and death of ordinary people were like watching a fire from the other side of the river to her.
She had endless years ahead of her.
However, when she learned that this happened to Chen Xiao, she suddenly seemed to understand, to comprehend, to experience the suffering of the human world.
"So it was those experiences that shaped you into who you are today. Even if it meant risking your life, you fought for the common people. You are the undisputed chosen one; when destiny chose you, you also chose your own destiny."
The Ziwei Sect Leader sighed with emotion.
"Heh, perhaps it's not as noble as you say."
Chen Xiao chuckled self-deprecatingly. "Sometimes I think, maybe all of this is just a dream I'm having. Maybe when Long Yaoyang and the others beat me, I became a vegetative state patient, lying in bed now, sustained by nutrient drips."
"And my mother, because I couldn't raise enough money for her surgery, she passed away, leaving this world."
"I'm afraid this is a dream, but if it truly is just a dream, the reason I keep fighting desperately is to keep this dream going. I'm also afraid of waking up to face only my wasted life."
For the first time, Chen Xiao confided his inner fears to someone else.
"This is not a dream. All of this is real. You are real, and I am real. If you don't believe me, try touching…"
As she spoke, the Ziwei Sect Leader took Chen Xiao's hand and guided it inside her clothes.
Soft, warm…
This was indeed not a dream, and even if it were, it was a dream without any flaws.
Therefore, Chen Xiao ended up staying for another half a day.
After a cataclysmic battle where the sky was their canopy and the earth their blanket, Chen Xiao reluctantly departed the Immortal Realm.
Upon returning to the mortal world, Chen Xiao's phone signal was restored, and a call came in.
It was from the Grand Leader, and judging by the caller ID, it seemed he had called dozens of times.
"What's so urgent?"
Chen Xiao frowned, thought for a moment, and finally answered the call.
"Hello, what is it?"
Chen Xiao asked indifferently.
"Chen Xiao, that's great, you finally answered!"
On the other end of the phone, an excited voice, unbefitting of the Grand Leader's status, could be heard.
"What's going on? Just say it directly."
Chen Xiao frowned, showing no courtesy despite the other party's status.
Because he had planned to go home first after returning to the mortal world and marry Li Ziqing, which he had promised Li Ziqing earlier.
But this call had clearly disrupted his rhythm and plans.
"Chen Xiao, I do have something very important to find you for, but it's not convenient to say over the phone. Can you come see me now? We can discuss it in person!"
The Grand Leader said almost pleadingly.
"Alright, where are you? I'll head over now?"
Chen Xiao asked.
Then, the Grand Leader gave Chen Xiao an address.
With a flash of light, Chen Xiao appeared before the Grand Leader.
Clatter!
Upon seeing Chen Xiao suddenly appear, the Grand Leader's teacup fell to the ground. He then recovered and said with an embarrassed look, "I still haven't quite gotten used to your way of appearing!"
He felt fortunate that this was an ally; if it were an enemy, he would be in dire straits.
"What is it, just say it. After we're done, I need to go home; I'm in a hurry to get married."
Chen Xiao said very frankly.
"Married?"
The Grand Leader was taken aback, then quickly said, "I apologize for taking up Mr. Chen's time. Let me introduce you, this is Mr. Brand from the United States."
Chen Xiao glanced at the black-skinned American, whom he had already noticed.
Moreover, he didn't need the Grand Leader to introduce this person's identity.
The President of the United States, how many people in the world didn't recognize him?
"Respected Mr. Chen, it's an honor to meet you!"
Brand politely extended his hand to Chen Xiao.
Chen Xiao shook his hand. He hadn't expected this black man to speak Chinese, and with a slight local accent at that.
"Your Excellency Brand, time is precious, so please get straight to the point."
Whether it was the president of any country or the queen of any tribe, Chen Xiao treated them all equally and didn't indulge them.
"It's like this, Mr. Chen. Our United States is suffering from an unprecedented catastrophe. Dozens of towns have been completely annihilated, with a death toll reaching millions."
Brand said.
Chen Xiao's brow furrowed slightly. "Why are you telling me this? Isn't the United States famous for its international tea ceremony? Can't you handle such a small matter yourselves?"
"Uh, hehe, it's shameful to say, but we really can't handle it."
Brand said with an embarrassed look. "That person appears and disappears unpredictably, his methods are extraordinary, and he calls himself a Celestial Being!"