MMB Chapter 328: Domineering Power, Solid as a Rock
Chapter 328: Domineering Power, Solid as a Rock
The Emperor’s Extreme Force was a special kind of power. Princess Lan Yue had witnessed it at the start of her own cultivation, personally demonstrated by her royal father. Its properties were extremely potent.
The domineering aura it exuded when used was also unmistakable.
When she had just been watching Yang Chan use the Emperor’s Extreme Force, she hadn’t paid much attention at first. It was only when she saw him destroy the chair, combined with that faint, domineering aura, that she took notice. Although it was weaker than her royal father’s, the essence of the aura was the same, so she naturally recognized it.
It was precisely because she recognized the Emperor’s Extreme Force that she wore a look of utter disbelief. The time he’d spent cultivating it was far too short.
Almost no time had passed between her teaching him the technique and his comprehension of the Emperor’s Extreme Force, yet he had already achieved success in his cultivation.
She, on the other hand, had been practicing for months without successfully cultivating the Emperor’s Extreme Force, falling just short every time.
Within the Imperial Family, successfully cultivating the Emperor’s Extreme Force in two or three months was already considered a sign of extremely superior talent.
Even though Yang Chan was already an Inner Master, he shouldn’t have been able to grasp the Emperor’s Extreme Force this quickly. After all, it was a very special technique; it wasn’t something that even an accomplished cultivator could just switch to and master.
It wasn’t unheard of for Inner Masters in the Imperial Family to try switching to the Emperor’s Shocking Book. However, very few succeeded. Even if they managed to grasp the Power, it might not provide much help in their subsequent cultivation.
The Emperor’s Extreme Force was tyrannical and naturally interfered with other Powers. She never expected Yang Chan to cultivate it so quickly and so successfully. Otherwise, his control wouldn’t have been so precise.
"When you practice the Cyan Yuan Sect’s Flood Dragon Demon Breath Method, do you feel any discomfort?"
Princess Lan Yue asked tentatively.
She knew about the restrictions, but she hadn’t said anything about them.
For one, she didn’t think Yang Chan would achieve success so quickly. For another, it was a matter of selfish interest; Yang Chan’s cultivation was far superior to hers, which was a bad situation for her.
Only by surpassing him in cultivation could she possibly remove the restrictions placed upon her, and this was an opportunity to do so.
Besides, if things went wrong later, she could use the information as a bargaining chip.
"It seems you’ve been hiding quite a bit of information."
Yang Chan’s gaze sharpened as he stared directly at Princess Lan Yue, a cold glint in his eyes.
He had, of course, noticed a small issue while practicing, but his cultivation of the Flood Dragon Demon Breath Method relied mainly on his Potential Points. That tiny problem was, in his view, no problem at all, because his cultivation progress hadn’t changed in the slightest.
"Explain yourself."
Yang Chan kept his eyes fixed on Princess Lan Yue and spoke again.
His tone was devoid of emotion as he watched her with a scrutinizing gaze.
"I didn’t hide anything. There was just one thing I forgot to mention. I came over today to tell you about it."
"If you planned to first use the Cyan Yuan Sect’s Flood Dragon Demon Breath Method for the Inner Refining of the Five Viscera and Six Bowels, then you shouldn’t have rushed to practice the Emperor’s Shocking Book, especially not to the point of cultivating the Emperor’s Extreme Force. It will interfere with your Inner Refining progress."
"The Emperor’s Extreme Force is tyrannical. It will disrupt the circulation of the Flood Dragon Demon Force, making the Tempering process longer and more difficult."
"That’s all it was. I just never imagined you would grasp it so quickly."
Princess Lan Yue’s expression changed. She spoke with great sincerity, her eyes filled with guilt, putting on a look of deep regret.
She looked utterly pitiful, enough to make one’s heart ache for her.
"With acting skills like yours, it’s a real shame you’re not an actress."
"This is the first time. I’ll remember it. If you deliberately withhold important information like this again, don’t blame me for being less than courteous."
"I may need the cultivation techniques you possess, but it’s just a need. If you cross my bottom line, I will no longer hold back."
"You are useful, but only useful. So, do less of these clever little tricks."
Yang Chan moved closer to Princess Lan Yue, staring directly into her eyes. Their bodies were now extremely close, and a powerful sense of oppression washed over her.
The feeling was suffocating. In that moment, she understood more clearly just how terrifying Yang Chan was.
His Inner Refining Martial Arts cultivation was no weaker than her royal father’s.
And Yang Chan was only eighteen, more than thirty years younger than her royal father. That was the truly terrifying part.
’This kind of cultivation talent... it’s just too horrifying.’
She felt that Yang Chan wasn’t far from the Inner Refining of the Five Viscera. His future truly held infinite possibilities.
’With this kind of talent,’ she thought, ’I’m afraid Bone Marrow Cleansing Grandmaster won’t be his limit. The National Guardian Martial Saint Realm might even be possible for him.’
At this thought, an idea flashed through Princess Lan Yue’s mind.
But right now, looking at the face so close to hers—a young, handsome face laced with a chilling coldness—made her heart pound with panic.
"I understand. Next time, I will explain everything to you in advance."
"As long as you weren’t affected, then everything is fine."
Princess Lan Yue pushed Yang Chan away. His powerful chest felt like a slab of steel; beneath the light touch was a physique as solid as a rock.
If she had this level of cultivation, she would have far more options. This made her feel both envious and more determined than ever to increase her own cultivation.
As for the idea that had flashed through her mind, it slowly began to take root in her heart.
’I want revenge. I want to replace the Old Emperor. I can’t do it alone. I need help.’
"I’ll let it go this time. If there’s a next time... then I’m afraid you’ll be sorry."
Yang Chan looked at Princess Lan Yue and spoke slowly.
Effort was only a small part of his Martial Arts Cultivation; most of it relied on Potential Points. That was why the Emperor’s Extreme Force had little effect on him. When he’d first sensed the issue, he hadn’t paid it any mind. But now that Princess Lan Yue had brought it up, he knew for sure she had been playing tricks.
’It’s true that she didn’t expect me to cultivate so fast, but it’s also true that she was playing games. As for that pitiful act... it’s a weapon unique to women, but unfortunately for her, it’s useless on me.’
’Because I’m a master actor myself. My acting ability is formidable; otherwise, my true Martial Arts Cultivation would have been discovered long ago instead of remaining hidden to this day.’
"I understand. Next time, I will explain everything to you in advance."
Princess Lan Yue replied quickly.
She knew that at a time like this, continuing to play clever tricks was useless. Through her probing, she had come to understand much about Yang Chan’s personality.
’In a situation like this, it’s better to just agree rather than make excuses.’
Besides, from the look of him, Yang Chan seemed to have a way to solve this problem, which made her very curious.
After all, she was currently in the External Refining Iron Bone Realm and wanted to switch directly to the Emperor’s Shocking Book when she broke through to the Inner Refining of the Lungs and Spleens. This would raise the upper limit of her Martial Arts Cultivation, making it an excellent option.
However, she didn’t press the matter. The timing wasn’t right.