377: Chapter 377 Shangyang, you scoundrel, you dare to come back?

Qin Ming was the same; since his parents arrived, his gaze had remained fixed on them, his face filled with joy and excitement.

"Father, Mother."

Hearing this, Empress Yaochi's eyes instantly reddened.

She took a few steps forward, reaching out to stroke Qin Ming's face while looking him up and down, tears welling in her eyes.

"Good boy, good boy..."

Qin Chen also walked over, his face flushed with emotion. He patted his son's shoulder and gave him a hug.

"Good lad! Meeting again, you've already become a Great Emperor and far surpassed your father. This is wonderful!"

Qin Chen was brimming with pride. His son was truly impressive—becoming a Great Emperor by their next meeting, and such a powerful one at that. If this wasn't a surprise, nothing was.

Qin Ming smiled broadly. "As long as I haven't brought shame to you and Mother, it's enough."

The family of three stood there, savoring the warmth of the moment.

After a long while, Qin Chen and Empress Yaochi let go, turned toward Jiang Hao, and bowed deeply.

"Heavenly Emperor, thank you for nurturing Minger so well."

Seeing their son's current achievements, the couple was both happy and relieved. They were fortunate to have entrusted his growth to the Heavenly Emperor; otherwise, how could they have raised someone so formidable?

Jiang Hao waved it off. "He worked hard himself; it doesn't have much to do with me."

For a Genius of Qin Ming's caliber, success mostly depended on his own talent and Comprehension Ability; Jiang Hao's guidance didn't play a decisive role.

Of course, this didn't mean nurturing was unimportant. It was crucial, especially in the early stages for building a Foundation and providing guidance.

No matter how great a Genius is, they have a development phase and a period of weakness. During such times, a good guide is of immeasurable value.

The couple said no more, but their gratitude was plain for everyone to see.

After the greetings, everyone took their seats.

At this moment, Xiao Fan and the others looked at Di Chen, their faces full of curiosity.

"Is this the being related to an Immortal King? Truly terrifying."

They could feel the terrifying aura emanating from the three of them.

The more they looked, the more shocked they became. This Foundation and strength were far beyond what they themselves had possessed at the same stage in their lives.

Xiao Fan's group exchanged glances, each seeing the same thought in the others' eyes:

What kind of peerless Prodigy is this? Is it the return of a young Heavenly Emperor? And three of them at once?

Sitting beside Jiang Hao, Xiao Fan couldn't help but steal another glance at The trio of Di Chen, marveling:

"Heavenly Emperor, these three Disciples of yours... are too terrifying. When we were young, we were nowhere near their level. Truly, the new generation surpasses the old."

Emperor Shang Yang nodded. "With this kind of Foundation and talent, if they were in our era, they would be another Heavenly Emperor. The title of the number one person in the Primordial Era might have changed hands."

Seeing The trio of Di Chen, Xiao Fan, Chen Changsheng, and the others suddenly felt as if they were old and could no longer keep up with the times.

Is this the feeling that someone with Heavenly Emperor potential gives off? Truly terrifying, Xiao Fan and the others sighed inwardly.

The so-called Heavenly Emperor potential was a term that became popular after the appearance of The trio of Di Chen, specifically used to describe geniuses qualified to compete for the title of the strongest in a Great Era.

The "Great Era" mentioned here didn't refer to a period of tens of thousands of years, but rather major epochs like the Mythological Era, the Primordial Era, or the Desolate Era.

In a Great Era, how many world-shaking talents would there be? In a single era, there would be at least dozens, if not hundreds, of Dao Provers.

To be qualified to become the strongest among them, one can imagine how terrifying that talent must be.

Heavenly Emperor potential was the highest praise for a Genius, because the appearance of the Heavenly Emperor surpassed the so-called Immortal Potential.

This was the true weight of the title "Heavenly Emperor."

Of course, in the Desolate Era, no one else had any hope, because a true Heavenly Emperor already existed.

Even those with Heavenly Emperor potential had to submit before a true Heavenly Emperor.

"Seniors, you flatter us. You are the truly remarkable ones, blazing the trail for the Origin Realm. We still have much to learn from you."

Hearing this, The trio of Di Chen quickly spoke with humility.

Jiang Hao also smiled, then said seriously, "Let's get down to business."

He explained the situation of the Lesser Immortal Realm: Grand Void Immortal Lord's strength, the number of Supremes in the Lesser Immortal Realm, the agreed-upon battle between the two worlds, and the final duel that would determine who held the right to speak.

After listening, Heavenly Venerable Lingbao frowned slightly.

"Achieving Immortal Ascension in five lives, combined with the 'Six Lives, Five Worlds' Secret Technique... this Grand Void Immortal Lord is indeed not simple."

Heavenly Venerable Yuanshi also nodded. "With his current strength, neither of us is a match for him."

The two were also surprised and curious about the Grand Void Immortal Lord; they hadn't expected such a powerhouse to exist in the Lesser Immortal Realm.

They were quite frank about their current inferiority to the Grand Void Immortal Lord, showing no distress or avoidance.

They were only inferior for now, not forever. The Mortal World Immortal Path was an Immortal King path with infinite potential; temporary strength or weakness meant nothing.

True strength is who is strongest in the end.

Jiang Hao naturally had full confidence in the two Heavenly Venerables; they were Fellow Daoists who had discussed the Dao with him for many years and explored the path ahead together.

With their talent and depth of Heritage, catching up to the Grand Void Immortal Lord was only a matter of time.

Moreover, their current potential was much greater than that of the Grand Void Immortal Lord.

Upon hearing the story of the Grand Void Immortal Lord, Long Hao clicked his tongue in admiration. "This Grand Void Immortal Lord is a ruthless character. He actually dared to practice 'Six Lives, Five Worlds,' a Cultivation Technique that sounds sinister just by its name. Is he really not afraid of something going wrong?"

"He is indeed a ruthless one."

Everyone nodded in agreement. If it were them, they certainly wouldn't practice such a Secret Technique. Would the person who returned still truly be themselves?

This was definitely a concern.

"Let's not talk about the Grand Void Immortal Lord for now."

Hearing the words "Supreme Battle," Battle Saint Emperor's eyes immediately lit up. "Old Jiang, are you saying there's going to be a fight?"

Jiang Hao nodded. "The Supremes of both worlds will duel in the Void Realm. Whoever wins will hold the right to speak after the Fusion."

Battle Saint Emperor slapped his thigh. "Excellent! I've been wanting to stretch my limbs for a long time!"

For a warmonger like the Battle Saint Emperor, this was what mattered. The Grand Void Immortal Lord was irrelevant; that was something for Old Jiang to worry about.

Qin Ming also stood up, high-spirited. "Grandpa Heavenly Emperor, when the time comes, I'll lead the charge!"

Battle Saint Emperor patted Qin Ming's shoulder and said earnestly, "Kid Ming, charging into battle is something you're too young to handle properly. It should be left to us old-timers."

Qin Ming argued, "Senior, I am also a Great Emperor now."

"Even Great Emperors have to respect seniority," Battle Saint Emperor replied matter-of-factly.

How could he let a junior snatch away the chance to fight the Supremes of the Lesser Immortal Realm? He had to show the elegance and style of the Heavenly Emperor's generation.

Jiang Hao felt that his friend was much like the Crouching Dragon, Heavenly Horse Saint Emperor—both were warmongers. Did everyone with the title 'Saint Emperor' act this way?

"Fine then. Senior Battle, you go first, and I'll follow. I want to take on ten at once!"

Qin Ming's black hair fluttered, exuding a Supreme elegance.

No one present doubted Qin Ming's words, for he truly possessed the strength to back them up.

Especially Xiao Fan and the others; after seeing these three freakish youngsters, they could only mourn for the Supremes of the Lesser Immortal Realm.

Good heavens, not only were there the famished Forbidden Zone Supreme Beings, but there were also these even more abnormal youngsters.

Not to mention the two Heavenly Venerables acting as the final trump cards. How could they possibly lose?

The Supremes of the Lesser Immortal Realm are in for a world of pain.

"Brother Red Sun, Brother Golden Thunder, I wish you luck."

After a while, Xiao Fan and the rest of the group dispersed. After all, they hadn't been back for so long and needed to visit their relatives.

The Heavenly Court returned to tranquility.

...

"Shang Yang, you scoundrel! You still have the nerve to come back?"

Before long, an angry roar erupted from the depths of the forbidden zone, shaking the surrounding Star Domains.

The voice was filled with resentment built up over countless years, as if the speaker wanted to skin Emperor Shang Yang alive and swallow him whole.