111: Chapter 111 When the nest is overturned, how can the eggs remain intact?!

Hearing what Revered Master Bei Gong Mo said, Chen An couldn't help but recall a deeply moving sentiment from his past life:

"There is no such thing as peaceful years; it is just that someone is carrying the heavy burden for you!!!"

Previously, he had learned from Shen Qinglan that this Five Prefectures Joint Examination was actually intended to select Martial Artists to defend the Northern Border against the invasion of the Ancient Demon Race.

At that time, although he had kept it in mind, he hadn't truly taken it to heart.

He always felt that the Northern Border was far away from Chengtian Prefecture and that no matter how intense the flames of war with the Ancient Demon Race were, they wouldn't reach this prosperous hinterland of Qingzhou.

Those so-called "selections" were merely routine conscriptions by the Imperial Dynasty, and it wouldn't be his turn, a Martial Artist only at the Qi Condensation Realm, to go and risk his life.

But only now, listening to Bei Gong Mo describe the tragic situation in the Northern Border word by word, speaking of the terrifying lineup commanded by three Demon Emperors, and the tragic heroism of Instructor Lin Chengyuan whose Disciples had all died in battle, did he truly understand the situation of the Human Race in the Great Luo Dynasty.

It was likely that the war between the Human Race and the Ancient Demon Race in the Northern Border was already imminent.

If the Human Race's last line of defense, the Demon-Breaking Pass, were to be breached, then the entire Great Luo Dynasty, or rather, the entire Human Race of the Cangyuan Continent, would be bathed in blood, suffer catastrophe, and perhaps even face extinction!!!

Before this, he had thought he had time!

After all, he was still young. It had been less than ten days since his Awakening, and he had already gone from a waste at Condensing Qi Stage 2 to a powerhouse at the Martial King Realm Perfection.

Just one step away, he could not only step onto the Peak of the martial path in this world but also possess a lifespan of over a thousand years.

This would give him more time to explore this world and perhaps go even further with the System.

However, he had a feeling that the time left for him might not be much!

Even though the Great Luo Dynasty had used the Tianyan Mountain Range to block the Ancient Demon Race for thousands of years, this time, not only had the Ancient Demon Race brought out all their powerhouses, but they had also dispatched three Demon Emperors.

If there was even the slightest carelessness, the tragedy of the Human Race from a thousand years ago would repeat itself.

And when the nest is overturned, are there any intact eggs left?!

At that time, even if he broke through to the Martial Emperor Realm, what would be the use?!

Unless he could break the shackles that the Human Race had been unable to break for countless years and create a Realm beyond the Martial Emperor.

"It seems that no matter what method I use, I must achieve a Breakthrough as soon as possible!!!" A sharp glint flashed in Chen An's eyes.

"Alright!"

Bei Gong Mo took a deep breath and then said, "It is enough that you know about this matter; do not spread it, otherwise it will cause panic among the students!"

"Yes, Revered Master!" Chen An nodded solemnly.

He was not a gossipy person, to begin with, and furthermore, he knew that this matter was of great importance; if it were leaked, it would likely cause massive turmoil.

"Chen An, you are very good. With your Comprehension Ability, in time, you may very well surpass your Revered Master and ascend to the Peak of the martial path!" Bei Gong Mo looked at the youth before him, a hint of surprise and anticipation reappearing in his eyes.

Chen An's Comprehension Ability was simply too much of a Prodigy; he had actually managed to Revered Master the "Nine Suns Burning Heaven Fist" in less than an hour, which was simply beyond his imagination.

If it weren't for the fact that Chen An's Martial Bone was currently only High Grade, Bei Gong Mo was certain he would definitely be able to surpass him and become a supreme martial powerhouse at the Martial King or even Martial Emperor Realm.

"Yes, Revered Master, this Disciple will definitely not let you down!" Chen An bowed with folded hands.

"Haha, good, good!!!"

Bei Gong Mo patted Chen An on the shoulder, but a sharp glint flashed in his eyes, as if he had made a certain decision.

"Revered Master also believes that you will definitely be able to surpass me in the future!"

"Alright, let's end this here for today. Get some rest. Tomorrow is the Prefecture Exam; Revered Master looks forward to your performance!"

"Also, if you have any questions about Cultivation, you can come and ask me at any time!"

After speaking, Bei Gong Mo did not say much more, his figure flickered, and he disappeared from the arena.

Watching Bei Gong Mo leave, Chen An's eyes flickered, and then he walked down the arena steps.

"Chen An!!!"

Walking down the steps, Shen Qinglan greeted him with a face full of smiles. Her beautiful eyes were sparkling with amazement and joy. Her lips moved slightly before she finally said, "Are you alright?"

"I'm fine!" Chen An reached out, naturally took her hand, and smiled faintly.

As their palms touched, Shen Qinglan's body stiffened slightly, and a crimson blush quietly dyed her cheeks, but she did not pull her hand back.

Just at this moment, a crisp and pleasant laugh came from nearby.

Su Ningyan approached with light steps, her brows curved, and her smile bright. Her gaze first swept over their clasped hands, then looked at Chen An, teasingly saying: "Junior Brother, I really didn't expect you to be such a Prodigy. In the future, this Senior Sister will have to ask you for guidance!"

Chen An did not speak, only smiled faintly.

"Junior Brother Chen An, I am Fu Yong'an! I have long heard of your name!"

"I am Ruan Yunxi. Today I have truly witnessed Junior Brother's ability!"

Before the two had finished speaking, the Prefectural Academy students who had heard the news swarmed over, surrounding the group in three layers inside and outside.

Everyone's faces were full of enthusiasm and admiration, and they stepped forward one after another to greet and chat. For a time, greetings and praises rose one after another.

The scene where Chen An had mastered the Heaven Rank Cultivation Technique "Nine Suns Burning Heaven Fist" in less than an hour, to the point that even two Great Grandmasters were moved, had already spread throughout most of the martial arts arena.

Now that this Prodigy who had suddenly emerged was right in front of them, everyone wanted to step forward and get to know him.

"I didn't expect there to be such a Heaven-Defying Comprehension Ability in the world. It really is an eye-opener!"

"In the future Prefecture Exam and even the Five Prefectures Joint Examination, Junior Brother Chen An will definitely soar!"

"Being able to receive personal guidance from the Academy Official and the Prefecture Head, Junior Brother's future is immeasurable!"

Everyone spoke at once, their words full of admiration!

Chen An had no interest in these flatteries. He responded casually a few times and then took Shen Qinglan and quickly left the Third Martial Arts Arena.

A moment later, the two appeared by the quiet lakeside of the Prefectural Academy!

The path paved with blue stones wound along the water, and the evening breeze carried a faint fragrance of grass and trees, blowing away the previous clamor.

Shen Qinglan looked down at their tightly clasped hands, her eyes moved slightly, a flash of shyness and surprise passed through the bottom of her eyes, and her fingertips curled slightly unconsciously.

"Cough!"

"How long do you intend to hold this girl's hand? Aren't you going to let go?!" Shen Qinglan coughed softly and looked at Chen An.

Chen An stopped, turned around, his gaze sweeping over her slightly red ears, and a faint smile hooked the corners of his mouth.

Not only did he not let go, but he even gently curled his fingers, feeling the softness in his palm, and shook his head, saying, "Not letting go, I won't let go for the rest of my life!"

"You, what are you saying?!" Hearing Chen An's blunt words, Shen Qinglan froze for a moment, and then a crimson blush quickly spread from her neck to her pretty face.

"I said..."

Chen An smiled slightly, and then, in Shen Qinglan's stunned gaze, he quickly leaned in, and then his mouth gently covered those cherry-like red lips...