13: Ruthless Great Emperor, you don't want your brother to never come back, do you?

"So, what's so special about my Physique that it attracts those Supremes so much? Don't tell me I have some kind of longevity substance on me, that taking a bite can grant immortality." Ye Wen couldn't help but grumble.

"..." The System fell somewhat silent.

"Wait... Did I actually hit the mark?" Seeing the System hadn't answered for a long time, Ye Wen felt sweat starting to bead on his forehead.

No way, was he really becoming the Tang Monk? In the future, wouldn't he have to avoid the forbidden zones when going out? Otherwise, if those old things in the forbidden zones recognized him, he'd have to face a bunch of sneaky old sixes ambushing him. Could he withstand that?

"No... Nothing of the sort, Host, you're overthinking it. You're not at the level where a single bite can grant immortality." The System tried to soothe Ye Wen.

"A single bite indeed cannot grant immortality, but it would be enough for them to extend their lives by several million years. After consuming all of you, achieving Immortal Ascension shouldn't be a problem." The Ruthless Empress looked at Ye Wen, explaining his situation.

"But you needn't worry. Those who haven't reached the Emperor Realm and haven't been in close contact with you, without careful inspection, cannot discern the special nature of your body. Besides, isn't that presence with you? Who would dare to pry into you?"

The Ruthless Empress believed that the presence suspected to be a True Immortal within Ye Wen would surely be able to protect him.

"Is that so? If that's the case, then it's not too bad." Hearing the Ruthless Empress's answer, Ye Wen couldn't help but let out a sigh of relief.

The Emperor Realm... those Supremes have already severed themselves once, so they can't be considered true Emperors anymore. Unless they undergo an ultimate sublimation to restore themselves to the Emperor Realm.

However, that also signifies their certain death after the ultimate sublimation. Unless absolutely necessary, these Supremes cherish their lives greatly, after all, they are all waiting for the immortal ascension road to open, wanting to enter it.

"But you should still be careful. However, with the existence of the presence behind you, you should be safe in this world." The Ruthless Empress approached Ye Wen, looking at him closely and asking, "Did you descend from the Immortal Domain?"

The only explanation for the presence suspected to be a True Immortal behind Ye Wen was that it came from the Immortal Domain.

"Ahem, your guess is correct. My master indeed descended from the Immortal Domain. Alas, my poor master, he was immediately pursued by a mighty Immortal King as soon as he made a move. For my master's sake, I could only take him away from the Immortal Domain and descend into this mortal world to hide."

"As long as my master remains in this mortal world, those Immortal Kings pursuing him cannot descend, because this world does not support their descent. I also had to sever myself once, paying a great price, to bring my master down."

"And then I met you. Seeing you were already preparing for Immortal Ascension, I facilitated you and my master coming together. For both you and my master, it's a win-win situation. You can rely on my master to advance to True Immortal, and my master can also advance by relying on you."

The System's words caused Ye Wen's heart to skip a beat. He came from the Immortal Domain? He himself didn't know that.

"Host, don't think about it. I'm lying to her." The System answered him within his heart.

Hearing the System's words, the Ruthless Empress's face revealed a look of 'as expected'.

"Then, Senior... I want to ask you, can my brother really return?" What the Ruthless Empress cared about most was her brother.

"Your brother... it depends on whether he wants to return. Outsiders cannot intervene. Your brother is that lad named Ye Fan, but Ye Fan is not your brother, do you understand? If that lad Ye Fan wishes, he can transform back into your brother, but if he does that, he would become just a segment of your brother's experience. Your brother would still be your brother; Ye Fan would not be your brother."

"Unless... unless you can ascend to the Sacrificial Dao Realm. That might provide a method to separate your brother from Ye Fan's being. An Immortal Emperor can already transcend the great Dao and resurrect people, but your brother is special."

"You must ascend to the Sacrificial Dao Realm to have a chance. The Sacrificial Dao Realm might perhaps offer an opportunity. If not, then you would need to transcend the Sacrificial Dao Realm and ascend to an even higher Realm. Then you could do whatever you wish."

"The myriad worlds of the heavens would be but a thought in your eyes. Resurrecting your brother then would be effortless."

The System's words brought a faint smile to the Ruthless Empress's lips. "So, my brother is still in this world, is he? He truly has returned." Hearing the System's words, the Ruthless Empress confirmed her brother's continued existence.

This information brought her the greatest joy.

"No life in the myriad worlds of the heavens truly vanishes. Once you reach the Immortal Emperor Realm, resurrecting the dead is effortless. It's just that your brother is special; otherwise, an Immortal Emperor could resolve it."

"But for you, it shouldn't be a problem. You have the foundation to ascend to the Sacrificial Dao Realm. Now, with my master's assistance, it won't be difficult for you to ascend to the Sacrificial Dao Realm after a few more epochs. Then you can attempt to separate your brother."

"Of course, the best and easiest method is for that Ye Fan to willingly return. If he is willing to become your brother, then your brother can return. However, that would mean Ye Fan disappears; Ye Fan would merely become a part of your brother's memories."

"I don't think that lad would sacrifice himself to call back your brother. No normal person would. So, you'd better seek another method." The System told the Ruthless Empress all the methods for resurrecting her brother.

"I understand. But even so, he is still my brother. I ask you, Senior, to look after him somewhat." The Ruthless Empress earnestly entreated the System.

"Rest assured. After all, you are my master's Dao Companion. Strictly speaking, that lad could be considered my master's half-brother-in-law. With me here, he definitely won't die before becoming a mighty Immortal King. However, unless absolutely necessary, I will not intervene in his affairs. His future growth is immense; his potential is even greater than yours."

"So I will only protect him covertly. Some future powerhouses enjoy eliminating Geniuses. I won't interfere in fights among peers." The System answered the Ruthless Empress very seriously.

"I understand. Thank you, Senior." The Ruthless Empress was very happy today. Her brother had actually been here all along. Now, having received a confirmed answer, she was at ease.

"Alright, you should also begin Dual Cultivation with my master now. My master has been waiting for you for quite some time." As the System's words fell, Ye Wen, who was standing nearby, could no longer restrain himself. He came before the Ruthless Empress, embraced her in one swift motion, and headed towards her palace.

Having received a satisfactory reply, the Ruthless Empress did not refuse Ye Wen's forwardness. Moreover, knowing about Ye Wen's Physique, and for the sake of ascending to a stronger Realm to facilitate her brother's resurrection, she would not refuse Dual Cultivation with Ye Wen.

Ye Wen and the Ruthless Empress began their third session of Dual Cultivation. This time, the Ruthless Empress actively responded to Ye Wen, making him immensely happy.

It would be even more wonderful if he could make the Ruthless Empress conceive.

Unfortunately, he was only at the Dao Palace Realm. To have an Empress conceive, he would at least need to ascend to the Saint Realm to have even a chance.

To advance, naturally, he would have to... work hard, and the Ruthless Empress would have to endure it.