"Three seniors, there’s no need to intervene. If I die or get injured, you three can head directly to Canglan City and report to the Crown Prince!"

Jiang Chen spoke calmly, seemingly oblivious to the few Saints standing before him.

"You are the ones blocking the way, not me looking for trouble. Since you are blocking the way, you must pay a price, whether it’s losing face or the Sect being annihilated, make your choice."

Jiang Chen seemed completely unguarded as he walked, saying, "Don’t tell me about how powerful your Sect is or that the Crown Prince wouldn’t dare offend you. The Crown Prince personally invited me into the Dan Pavilion, personally spread the news, and personally witnessed my crafting of the Dao Nature Elixir. Even if we have no bond, for the sake of face, he will definitely act. If you don’t believe it, feel free to try!"

The faces of the four Saints changed upon hearing this, showing a hint of apprehension.

Jiang Chen is right; even for the sake of reputation, the Crown Prince will act. They would not assume that the Crown Prince would regard the prestige of their first-rate forces as more important than his own reputation.

"Jiang Chen, are you entering the city like this? Do you intend to make enemies with every array clan on the continent?"

Chen Qianyu shouted.

"You do not represent all the array clans on the continent. I, Jiang Chen, do not like trouble, but that doesn’t mean I’m afraid of it. Don’t threaten me with useless words. If I feared so-called powerful forces, I would have joined the Canglan Army long ago."

Without turning his head, Jiang Chen said, "I didn’t fear Zhang Yubo, the former master of a domain, and I won’t fear you Saint Monarch families now. If you want to kill me, come ahead, as long as you’re ready to be taken down!"

His indifferent voice echoed at the city gate, leaving all onlookers stunned.

A cultivator in the Divine Infant Realm daring to invite trouble from Saint Monarch families was an unprecedented audacity!

As Jiang Chen’s words faded, he continued to advance, only two meters away from four Saint experts.

One meter, half a meter...

Jiang Chen walked forward without a hint of defense, about to collide with the two elders in front of him.

"Jiang Chen, take another path!"

An elder coldly ordered.

"You’re the ones blocking the way, not me picking a fight. Why should I detour?"

Jiang Chen said indifferently, striding forward, about to collide with the elder.

The elder directly facing Jiang Chen had an ugly expression, staring intensely at Jiang Chen, almost touching his face, filled with overwhelming anger and killing intent, wishing to slay this fellow!

But he couldn’t!

Swish!

His figure flashed, and the elder vanished from his spot, not returning beside Ming Yang and the others but leaving the city gate directly.

To be forced back by a cultivator at the Divine Infant Realm Peak, he chose not to stay and face humiliation!

Ming Yang, Chen Qianyu, and others looked at Jiang Chen with livid expressions, unable to believe his boldness, leaving them with no words to counter, not even able to utter a threat. Not even experts above Saint could intimidate him!

Indeed, these people wanted to frighten Jiang Chen, hoping he would be cowed, making negotiations easier.

They dared not truly kill Jiang Chen!

Even without constraints from the Crown Prince’s side, they dared not!

The Gold-devouring Rat Clan, Changling Academy, Su Family, Lei Family, these are not to be trifled with.

Most importantly, the most recent overwhelming aura, which ordinary people, and even Saints, couldn’t perceive, was faintly sensed by Saint Monarch strong ones when that entity made a move. They speculated about that individual’s realm and strength.

Someone capable of instantly annihilating a Saint Monarch without an evident aura, it’s clear what realm and level of power this person possesses!

This individual’s appearance completely intimidated them.

Yet, they were unwilling, unwilling to let it end like this. They came to intimidate Jiang Chen today to receive some benefits.

But unexpectedly, Jiang Chen was utterly fearless, disregarding them completely.

This made their early arrival to block someone a complete joke, with everyone only viewing Jiang Chen as fearless and them as a humiliation, never pondering why Jiang Chen was not afraid of them.

In other words, this time, they lifted a stone only to drop it on their own feet, causing themselves great embarrassment!

"Haha, that’s quite amusing, thank you all for welcoming my disciple!"

Following Jiang Chen into the city, Hu Yiqiu and a few others passed by Ming Yang and his group, cupping his fists respectfully as he shouted.

This shout was like a loud slap in their faces, burning hot with anger!

"Bastards!"

"Damn it!"

Members of the extremely powerful forces cursed in anger, yet they had no choice but to watch Jiang Chen and others enter the city.

Declare war? Ridiculous!

With three Saint Monarchs fully defending one person, they couldn’t stop it.

Moreover, they were at Zhen Yuan City’s gate, with a Saint Monarch strong one stationed inside, and due to the upcoming formation contest, someone from Canglan City might come to oversee. Trying to kill Jiang Chen here would be suicidal without more than ten Saint Monarchs!

Even if they succeeded, their forces would face annihilation. On the Canglan Continent, under the Si Family’s influence, challenging them is a death wish!

That day, Zhen Yuan City was in an uproar. Jiang Chen facing down countless threats and advancing unyieldingly inspired passionate admiration from members of many powerful clans, recognizing him as the epitome of a true cultivator!

Meanwhile, the Zuo Clan, Ming Palace, Chen Family, and others became complete laughingstocks. Some unearthed the Spirit Sword Sect’s deeds on the Abandoned Plains and in Abandoned Town, widely publicizing them. Regardless of their intent, these major forces were irreparably shamed!

"Is this someone inciting hatred against me?"

In a secluded pavilion of the Su Family, Jiang Chen smiled and spoke.

"Possibly. These messages spread too swiftly, and someone must be fanning the flames!"

Su Qingluan spoke gravely, "What occurred at the city gate already led some forces to consider retreating, but now, with such exposure, they can no longer withdraw, as doing so would highlight their incompetence!"

"Is someone trying to provoke those forces to kill Young Jiang?"

Frowning, Hu Yiqiu looked at Jiang Chen, "Young Jiang, do you know who’s targeting you?"

"I’m not sure. I have some suspicions but can’t confirm them."

Jiang Chen shook his head slightly, pondering the Third Prince’s role. Would he disregard the Extraterritorial Battlefield’s conflict for the throne? His powers in the Divine Infant Realm region of the Extraterritorial Battlefield are considered unparalleled!

"Forget it, let’s just face whatever comes our way!"

Jiang Chen waved dismissively, changing the topic, "Elder Su, tell us about this contest’s rules!"

"Alright."

Jiang Chen didn’t want to discuss further, and the others refrained from probing, as Su Qingluan began explaining the contest’s rules.