Published at 30th of December 2025 7:39 am

Chapter 6655 Rotten to the Core?

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A large man built like an iron tower appeared. A giant sword was strapped on his back, its edge still dripping blood.

That was the blood of a Divine Sovereign, and it continued to exude a powerful Sovereign might.

This man was an extremely powerful Divine Sovereign. Like the giant blade he carried, his presence was sharp and decisive.

Behind him were tens of thousands of Sovereign Lord disciples. All of them were covered in blood and looked exhausted. Some of them had terrible wounds. It was clear they had just emerged from a brutal battle.

Elder Zhan Tu!

Qing Yi gasped in surprise, and then relief flooded her expression. With his arrival, it seemed they were saved.

Zhan Tu swept his gaze over the scene. When he saw Lu Tian pinned beneath Long Chens foot, his expression twitched.

As he examined Long Chen, his pupils shrank slightly.

Zhan Tu was clearly far stronger than Lu Tian. With a single glance, he could sense Long Chens strength.

After that, Zhan Tu quickly turned toward Lu Yin and scolded her.

Lu Yin, as an inner palace Elder, you dare to use the Starry River God Extinguishing Spear on a group of disciples?

Lu Yin clearly realized the situation was slipping beyond her control, so she withdrew her divine ability.

With a stiff tone, she replied, This brat attacked his superiors and publicly humiliated an outer palace Elder in charge of this area. Is that not obvious to you?

Zhan Tu stepped directly onto the warship, looking Long Chen in the eyes.

Little brother, lets put things in order first, he said calmly. You can let that fellow go now.

Only then did Long Chen slowly lift his foot from Lu Tians chest.

But before Lu Tian could even rise, Long Chen kicked him squarely in the stomach, sending him flying.

Lu Yin erupted in fury.

You still dare humiliate him at a time like this?! Zhan Tu, you saw it clearly! This person shows no respect for his elders. If we dont discipline him now, the other disciples will follow his example and plunge the Starry River Palace into chaos!

Xue Ying couldnt help but let out a soft snort. Disciplining Long Chen? Hearing Lu Yin say such words sounded almost laughable.

Still, Xue Ying relaxed slightly. Just moments ago, she had clearly sensed killing intent from Long Chen.

If Zhan Tu had not appeared, this foolish woman really would have attacked Long Chen. The moment she did, she would be signing her own death warrant.

Killing a Divine Sovereign in front of the gates of the Starry River Palace? That would be a huge provocation, and no one could mediate such a thing.

What is going on? Zhan Tu asked, turning to Qing Yi.

He seemed rather familiar with her.

Qing Yi hastily explained what had happened. After hearing it, Zhan Tu looked at Long Chen and gave him a thumbs-up.

Lu Yin roared, Zhan Tu, what do you think youre doing?!

Nothing at all. I admire this kids power and courage. As for who is right or wrong, that can be judged by the management department, Zhan Tu replied indifferently.

Turning to Qing Yi, he added, Lets talk about things inside. Dont worry, since they provoked you first and even attacked you, they wont be able to twist the truth.

Clearly, his final words were for Lu Yin to hear.

Upon arriving, Lu Ying hadnt even asked a single question and had immediately tried to kill a talented disciple like Long Chen. Severe punishment awaited her in the near future.

What? Do you dare to block my path? If so, I admire your courage as well! Zhan Tu shouted.

The warship advanced, but no one got out of the way. These people were waiting for Lu Yins instructions.

Lu Yins face was ashen, and she said nothing. At that final threat, the others hastily parted.

Long Chens warship moved forward slowly, with Zhan Tus warship following close behind.

Zhan Tus disciples were clearly familiar with Qing Yi. As they spoke with her, Long Chen learned that Zhan Tu had led an assault on a devil race tribe as an ultimate trial by fire.

These disciples had successfully passed. Although they were exhausted, they had a feverish excitement in their eyes. Now, they would be able to obtain even more cultivation resources.

Long Chen couldnt help but recall his own pastwhen he had first joined the Xuantian Monastery. Back then, he had been just like them, brimming with curiosity about the cultivation world.

Zhan Tu went over to Long Chen and extended his hand.

Little brother, you hid your power quite well. I am called Zhan Tu. Im so used to this nickname that I cant even remember my real name. You can just call me that. What is your name?

Long Chen.

They shook hands and lightly bumped shouldersa very particular gesture.

When they shook hands, their astral energy unleashed an intense fluctuation toward the other.

Normally, Long Chen would maintain some distance, not letting someone else sense his power. But Zhan Tu gave him an extremely trustworthy feeling.

Haha!

Sensing the boundless astral energy in Long Chens body, Zhan Tu was amazed. Long Chens astral energy was even greater than he had expected.

With this level of strength, you could aim for the top ten of the Starry River Rankings. To reach this point in the nine heavens your talent must be monstrous.

The disciples who had been with him were startled to hear his praise. They knew what this signified. To hear that he could enter the top ten left them reeling. Had they misheard?

Wait a moment, youre Long Chen? Havent I heard that name before? Zhan Tu asked.

He suddenly patted his head, trying to remember where he had heard it before.

You are Long Chen?!

Just then, several disciples walked over from amongst the injured disciples, staring at Long Chen in disbelief.

Zhan Tu slapped his leg and said, Ah, I remember! Youre the fellow in the nine heavens who faced off against the entire Brahma line and broke the Heaven Peering Divine Mirrors! You drew all their enmity onto you so that the other heirs could grow.

You overpraise me. It was just a coincidence, said Long Chen with a smile.

They didnt believe us and even said that we werent allowed to bring up your name, saying that we invented your existence. Hmph, they ordered us to peacefully learn from the experts in the palace instead of coming up with wild fantasies. Now that youre here, well see if they believe you exist now! One disciple clenched his fists, only to trigger his wounds and make him grimace in pain.

Long Chen couldnt help frowning when he heard that. He couldnt help looking toward Zhan Tu.

Big Brother Zhan Tu, I want you to answer me truthfully. Is the Starry River Palace already rotten to the core?

1. Zhan Tu meaning Battle Slaughter.

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