Supreme Sword God

Seventy-two islands, seventy-two major thieves.

In the Celestial Burial Sea, although the seventy-two islands aren’t top-tier forces, they undoubtedly belong to the highest rank among second-tier forces.

More than half of the seventy-two major thieves are Emperor Realm powerhouses.

It can be said that the only thing the seventy-two islands lack is a Great Emperor, which is exactly why the seventy-two islands cannot ascend to first-tier forces.

Ye Chen arrived near the seventy-two islands.

The surrounding environment was rather harsh.

"Swish, swish, swish!"

Suddenly, arrows formed from condensed seawater shot forth explosively.

The water arrows were densely packed and emitted an oily green light, obviously poisonous.

Ye Chen’s expression was calm as he deployed the Heaven-Ascending Step and Divine Transformation, moving effortlessly and weaving through the dense water arrows to easily evade this wave of attacks.

"Your skills are impressive!"

Several figures shot up from the seabed, with the leader having bold facial features, clearly a rough character. He stared at Ye Chen, saying, "Though your body technique is fine, do you know what happens to those who trespass on the seventy-two islands?"

Ye Chen smiled lightly and said, "I’m looking for Old Wang."

"There are thousands named Wang across the seventy-two islands. Who knows which one you’re seeking!"

Ye Chen: "I’m looking for Mei the Third Aunt, Isle Master Mei."

The man glanced at Ye Chen and said, "Do you think you can see Isle Master Mei just by mentioning her name? I’m in a good mood today, so why don’t you just go back to where you came from and I won’t trouble you."

Ye Chen smiled lightly and shouted, "Distinguished predecessors from the seventy-two islands, Ye Chen of the Divine Alliance is here to visit."

His voice boomed, echoing in all directions.

In the next moment.

Numerous figures shot out from various islands.

A formidable aura filled the sky.

"Hahaha, Young Master Ye, you’ve finally come."

"Young Master Ye, we’ve been waiting for you for quite a while!"

"Young Master Ye is here; old friends, prepare the fine food and drink quickly!"

The burly man who had intercepted Ye Chen was dumbfounded.

All the elder ancestors personally came out to greet him... What a grand reception!

In the past, even a Great Emperor came to the seventy-two islands, but they never made such fanfare!

"Ye... Young Master Ye... I... I was wrong!" The burly man’s face turned blue, trembling.

"What happened?" An island master stared at the burly man.

Ye Chen: "Nothing, I arrived suddenly, and this brother was unaware."

This statement further elevated the island masters’ assessment of Ye Chen.

Ye Chen was affectionate and loyal, but his ruthless methods were also renowned, yet he was quite generous to his own people!

The people of the seventy-two islands are straightforward and most enjoy interacting with someone like Ye Chen.

Against enemies, ruthless!

With friends, casual!

"Young Master Ye, please come to my Plum Blossom Island first," Mei the Third Aunt said.

"Head to Menghan Island first; a true man should drink and feast heartily with me!"

"Get lost; my beloved daughter awaits Young Master Ye to enter the bridal chamber. Young Master Ye, a night of romance is priceless; come to mine!"

Ye Chen: "..."

Just like last time.

These grand thieves... so genuine, without pretension, interacting with such people is the most comfortable.

"Young Master."

At that moment, a Buddhist light descended, and the Battling Monk appeared with large Buddhist beads around his neck.

Ye Chen’s face showed a hint of excitement.

Finally, he met the Battling Monk!

"Master of Wine, it’s good to see you again," Ye Chen greeted with a bow.

Previously in the Eastern Domain Cang Province, the Battling Monk was just a Great Saint; now he indisputably possessed Emperor Realm strength.

The Battling Monk clasped his hands and glanced at the other thieves, saying, "Everyone return to your islands. The young master and I have things to discuss. Later, wherever the young master wishes to go, he will naturally visit."

"That being the case, we won’t disturb Young Master Ye anymore. Young Master, I’ll return and have my daughter ready to wait for you to enter the bridal chamber!"

"The strongest wine on Menghan Island is always ready. The young master must come!"

......

Moments later.

The Battling Monk led Ye Chen to the core island of the seventy-two islands.

No one else was around.

The Battling Monk asked, "Have you guessed it, young master?"

Ye Chen nodded and said, "Master of Wine, how is my mother now?"

The Battling Monk replied, "Miss said not to worry about that side."

Ye Chen: "As a son, I cannot ignore this.

Master of Wine, I received some information. Not only is my mother trapped by the Celestial Dao Cage, but she’s also cursed by the joint efforts of the Original Celestial Eight Great Families.

I now have a way to resolve the curse.

Moreover, my mother forcefully detached her avatar from the Celestial Dao Cage, leading to a short lifespan, and I also found a solution for that.

Master of Wine, can you arrange for me to go there?"

The Battling Monk shook his head and said, "There are beings stationed near the Celestial Dao Cage from above. Due to certain special reasons, I can only go there periodically, but it’s impossible to approach the Celestial Dao Cage outside of those times!"

Ye Chen furrowed his brow and said, "Divine Realm?"

The Battling Monk nodded.

Ye Chen: "Actually, I always thought my mother was trapped because of the Original Celestial’s severe oppression. But why is the Divine Realm involved now? Is there another secret behind this?"

"Young master, please don’t ask further."

Ye Chen took a deep breath and said, "Alright, I won’t ask about this, but I need to know when I can go see my mother!"

The Battling Monk: "In half a year, I can go in once, but the beings from the Divine Realm won’t allow you to pass, young master."

Ye Chen: "How powerful are the beings guarding the Celestial Dao Cage from the Divine Realm? How many Great Emperors can kill him?!"

The Battling Monk: "...Beyond a Great Emperor."

"If they’re just True Gods, think of a way to kill them!"

The Battling Monk’s brow twitched, and he said, "Celestial God."

Ye Chen thought for a moment, realizing he couldn’t kill them, and said, "Then I’ll go with the Master of Wine, and I’ll reason with him!"

The Battling Monk considered this and nodded, saying, "I can take you over then, young master, but... you mustn’t act impulsively!"

Ye Chen agreed, saying, "I’m never impulsive. Let’s wait six months for that matter. But for now, Master of Wine, what’s happening with the seventy-two islands?"

The Battling Monk said, "Miss once traveled the Celestial Burial Sea; she was a woman but forthright, no less than any hero. The thieves of the seventy-two islands are not inherently evil; each has unspeakable hardships, and during the darkest periods of their lives, was helped by Miss to overcome their dire circumstances.

Later, Miss had an incident.

I couldn’t do nothing, so I gathered them to establish the seventy-two islands, hoping for the chance to break through the Celestial Dao Cage to rescue Miss."

Ye Chen bowed towards the Battling Monk, expressing his gratitude.

The Battling Monk waved his hand and said, "Young Master, all of us owe Miss. Everyone willingly gathered together, but... over the years, we’ve made no progress."

Ye Chen: "Master of Wine, this time I’ve come to the Celestial Burial Sea with the determination to rescue my mother. I’ll join forces with the seventy-two islands for this goal!"

The Battling Monk knew he couldn’t convince Ye Chen to stay uninvolved, so he stopped trying and said, "Young master, I’m aware of everything you’ve experienced upon arriving at the Celestial Burial Sea; the Ten Thousand Islands Sect and Celestial Child Divine Island are formidable. The seventy-two islands can’t handle them, but neither the Ten Thousand Islands Sect nor Celestial Child Divine Island can easily breach our seventy-two islands.

Even if they have a Great Emperor, they wouldn’t succeed!

Therefore, I suggest the young master stay at the seventy-two islands for now, grow stronger, then fight through the Celestial Burial Sea and sweep away all enemies!"

Ye Chen smiled lightly and said, "I live for the moment, Master of Wine. Truth be told, my visit this time is related to Celestial Child Divine Island!"

"Speak freely, young master."

Ye Chen: "I plan to destroy Celestial Child Divine Island!"