Chapter 77 The Aftershocks in Reality: Shocks on All Sides
"What did you say?! Old Ancestor Wang Mie... has gone missing?!"
Inside the Wang family council hall, the teacup in the hand of the current patriarch, Wang Zhen, fell to the ground and shattered into pieces.
"Patriarch, it is true!"
The scout kneeling on the ground trembled all over. "We followed your instructions and used the secret method to contact the Old Ancestor, but... there was no response. The Old Ancestor's Soul Lamp also just... shattered a moment ago."
"Shattered?"
Wang Zhen slumped back into his chair, his face as pale as paper.
Old Ancestor Wang Mie was the Wang family's final trump card, a Half-step Grandmaster who had refined himself into a ghost cultivator and lived for over a hundred years!
He had thought that by sending the Old Ancestor to infiltrate the so-called "Ancient Dream Ruins," he could quietly finish off Jiang Chen and seize the Opportunity.
As a result... he vanished without even making a splash?
"Jiang Chen... exactly who is that Jiang Chen?!"
Wang Zhen roared, his eyes filled with fear.
First Wang Xiaotian, then Wang Mie. Two of the Wang family's top combat forces had actually both been lost at the hands of a freshman?
"Patriarch, there is one more piece of news..."
The scout hesitated for a moment before saying in a low voice, "News has come from the Imperial Capital Martial Arts University saying that a student found a... a toilet brush that carried the Old Ancestor's aura in a dream."
"A toilet brush?!"
Wang Zhen almost coughed up blood. "Too bullying! This is too bullying! My Wang family will fight him to the death!"
But anger was anger; he didn't even dare to harbor thoughts of revenge now.
Even the Old Ancestor had turned into a toilet brush; what would he become if he went? Toilet cleaner?
"Quick! Go invite the patriarchs of the Zhao, Li, and Sun families! Tell them I have urgent matters to discuss! If this Jiang Chen does not die, our Imperial Capital noble families will never have peace!"
Imperial Capital Martial Arts University, cafeteria.
The cafeteria was exceptionally lively today. Everyone was gathered together, excitedly discussing yesterday's "collective dream."
"Hey, do you know? I turned into an eagle in my dream yesterday! The feeling of flying was just too awesome!"
"Pfft, is that all? I turned into a tree, and a beauty ended up seeking shade next to me. Those legs... tsk tsk."
"You guys are all weak! Let me tell you, I was right next to the guy who turned into a toilet, and I saw with my own eyes the God Jiang turn that so-called Devil King into a brush! That scene was simply amazing!"
In the corner, Little Fatty Chen was gnawing on a chicken leg while enjoying the worship of the crowd.
"Fatty Bro, I heard you are tight with God Jiang? Can you help me get an autograph?"
"Fatty Bro, from now on, we are brothers in the same trench. Make sure to look out for your little brother when you have time!"
Little Fatty Chen waved the chicken bone in his hand triumphantly: "Easy, easy! As long as you guys don't snatch the braised pork from the cafeteria from me in the future, that's fine!"
Meanwhile, Su Qingyue was sitting in the library, holding a copy of "Illustrated Guide to Ancient Divine Beasts," but her mind had long flown elsewhere.
She touched her back, the feeling of growing wings and controlling flames in the dream still fresh in her memory.
"phoenix blood Awakening..."
She muttered to herself, her eyes shining with a light she had never had before. "Jiang Chen, thank you."
She knew that if it weren't for Jiang Chen helping her break through her Heart Demon in the dream, she might never have been able to truly Awaken in this lifetime.
"However..."
Su Qingyue suddenly thought of something, her cheeks flushing slightly. "In the dream, he said I was his... little slave? Hmph, in his dreams! Next time we meet, I will definitely interrogate him properly!"
Principal's office.
Chief Instructor Shen Yan looked at the stack of reports in his hand, his head throbbing.
"Principal, this is an inquiry letter from the Ministry of Education, asking why there was a large-scale coma event across the school."
"This is a warning letter from the Security Bureau, saying they detected unknown energy fluctuations and suspect an invasion by alien races."
"And this one... is a complaint letter from the Parent Committee, saying their children turned into pigs while having nightmares at school and demanding an explanation."
The Dean of Students reported with a bitter face.
Chief Instructor Shen Yan rubbed his temples and let out a long sigh.
"This kid really is a troublemaker."
Although he was complaining, Chief Instructor Shen Yan's eyes were full of smiles.
He had personally witnessed the "speaking the law" ability Jiang Chen displayed in the dream.
That wasn't some illusion; that was... the Dao!
A person who can set the rules has an immeasurable future!
"Reject all of them!"
Chief Instructor Shen Yan waved his hand, his demeanor overbearing. "Just say this is the school's newly developed 'immersive virtual teaching System'! It's for improving students' psychological quality! As for those who turned into pigs... tell them that's a punishment for their usual laziness! If they dare to nag again, expel them!"
Dean of Students: "..."
Principal, isn't your favoritism a bit too obvious?
Cloud Top Villa.
Jiang Chen slept exceptionally soundly this time.
By the time he woke up, it was already noon the next day.
"Ha—yawn—"
He stretched, feeling full of energy.
His Mental Energy had reached the Grandmaster Realm, which meant he would never have to worry about running out of "mana" again.
"System, how do I use that dream key?"
[Ding! Dream key has been bound.]
[The host can enter the "Ancient Dream Space" at any time through the key, and conduct Cultivation, simulated combat, or even... invite friends (requires the other party's consent) inside.]
"Invite friends?"
Jiang Chen's eyes lit up. "Doesn't that mean I can pull Teacher Mu, Su Qingyue, and the others in... and sleep together?"
[System prompt: That is Cultivation, please keep your thoughts pure, host.]
"Pfft, isn't Cultivation just sleeping? What's the difference?"
Jiang Chen curled his lips, preparing to study this new function a bit more.
Suddenly, the villa's doorbell rang.
Opening the door, he saw Iliya standing at the entrance, carrying an exquisite food box.
Today, she wasn't wearing her school uniform but had changed into a light pink dress, and she was wearing a cute cat-ear headband (even though she already had beast ears).
"Mas... Master."
Iliya blushed, handing over the food box somewhat shyly. "This is... a bento made with love by me. Although I don't know if it suits your taste, but... can you let me in?"
Jiang Chen was stunned.
When did this tsundere little fox become so obedient?
"Showing courtesy for no reason, there must be a hidden motive."
Jiang Chen looked at her vigilantly. "Tell me, are you trying to steal my body pillow again?"
"No way!"
Iliya stomped her feet in anxiety. "I just... I just wanted to thank you for saving me in the dream yesterday!"
It turned out that in the dream yesterday, Iliya had almost been snatched away by Wang Mie's tentacles, and it was Jiang Chen who had waved his hand and saved her.
Although it was just a casual act, in Iliya's eyes, that was a hero saving a beauty!
"Oh, is that so."
Jiang Chen took the food box and opened it to take a look.
Inside were several pieces of... raw meat arranged neatly?
And it was the kind with bloodstains on it.
"What is this?" Jiang Chen's mouth twitched.
"This is the best Demonic Beast meat!" Iliya said innocently. "We beast folk all eat it like this, it's very nourishing!"
Jiang Chen: "..."
He took a deep breath and stuffed the food box back into Iliya's hands.
"Well... I accept the sentiment. You keep it and eat it yourself. Also, don't call me Master in the future, just call me... Brother Chen will do."
After speaking, he slammed the door shut with a "bang."
Outside the door, Iliya held the food box, looking aggrieved.
"What is it... it's clearly good stuff..."
She took a bite of the raw meat and started munching away. "Hmph, if you don't want it, forget it! I'll eat it myself! Next time you beg me, let's see if I pay attention to you!"
Just then, her communicator suddenly rang.
It was an encrypted message from the beast folk.
[Saintess Your Highness, the Council of Elders has decided to rescue you at all costs. Please be prepared, the rescue team has already departed.]
Iliya looked at this message, her eyes instantly becoming complicated.
Rescue me and take me back?
But... why don't I want to go back at all right now?
She looked back at the tightly closed villa door, the lazy figure appearing in her mind.
"Perhaps... staying here as a body pillow isn't bad either?"