Chapter 165: Heading to the Viscount's Estate in the Imperial Capital

“You must understand, if the Viscount’s Estate were still in the Imperial Capital, the Wolf Soul Valley would certainly have had misgivings, and their success rate would have been quite low. But this time it is different. The Viscount’s Estate is far from the Imperial Capital and also a great distance from the Eastern Wasteland. Neither side would be able to provide timely reinforcements, allowing the Wolf Soul Valley to attack without any restraint. That is why the Viscount’s Estate is in such grave danger.”

“The news arrived three days ago. By now, the Wolf Soul Valley is likely not far from the estate. I came here three days ago, but you were in deep seclusion, and we were unable to wake you. Truly, a great deal has happened over this past month.”

Seated in the reception hall of the Leng family residence, Qingxuan sighed and recounted everything that had transpired during this period, leaving Chu Han utterly astonished.

He could fully understand why Tang Hao had relocated the Viscount’s Estate. After all, the Great Chu Empire possessed very few mineral deposits; if they wished to continue forging armor and weapons, they had no choice but to mine the resources themselves. However, this move had inadvertently provided an opening for the Wolf Soul Valley.

Moreover, no one in the Viscount’s Estate was aware of this impending threat. Previously, when he had asked the young prince to protect Tang Hao, he had not mentioned the Wolf Soul Valley. He wondered if they would be able to withstand the assault, especially since the fastest journey from Alchemy City back to the Imperial Capital still required seven days.

“There is no time to lose. I will set off right now,” Chu Han said, rising abruptly. Burning with anxiety, he could no longer remain here. To think that a full month had passed during his cultivation! Fortunately, he had emerged today; otherwise, by the time he came out, the Viscount’s Estate would likely have been reduced to rubble.

Seeing him turn to leave, Qingyi hurriedly intercepted him. “Don't be rash. Even with the fastest horses, the journey from the Alchemy Sect to the Imperial Capital takes seven days. By the time you get back, the Viscount’s Estate will no longer exist. Listen to what Qingxuan has to say first.”

Hearing her words, Chu Han reluctantly sat back down. Qingyi was right: the Wolf Soul Valley had set out three days ago. If he returned to the Imperial Capital in seven days, it would undoubtedly be too late. It seemed Qingxuan must have a solution.

“A solution does exist. Rest here at the Leng family tonight. The Alchemy Sect possesses a remarkably swift breed of horse. If you use it as your mount, you can reach the Imperial Capital in just two days. However, I need time to make preparations. You will depart at dawn tomorrow, and I will also dispatch several experts to assist you. After all, the Alchemy Sect is duty-bound to oppose the Wolf Soul Valley.”

Qingxuan nodded, explaining his plan. Hearing this, Chu Han finally nodded as well. This was currently the best possible course of action, allowing him to reach the Imperial Capital in a mere two days. Evidently, this horse was extraordinary.

After finalizing the details, Qingxuan and Qingyi returned to make the necessary arrangements for the Alchemy Sect, while Chu Han paced back and forth in mounting anxiety. Although he could leave tomorrow, he wished he could instantly fly to the Viscount’s Estate right this second.

“Big Brother Chu, please calm yourself. Vice Sect Master Qingxuan has already devised a plan. The Viscount’s Estate is blessed with great fortune and will surely be safe.”

Seeing him consumed by panic, Leng Ye felt a deep pang of sympathy and could only offer words of comfort.

Chu Han offered a faint smile, reassuring Leng Ye that there was no need to worry. Though deeply anxious, his mind remained remarkably calm. This was his defining trait: the more critical the crisis, the steadier his thoughts became, making him a truly formidable individual.

“Big Brother Chu, I will go with you tomorrow. Since something has happened on your end, the three major sects of the Eastern Wasteland will not sit idly by. With their assistance, dealing with the Wolf Soul Valley will be a breeze.”

Leng Ye made her own decision. With the Viscount’s Estate hanging by a thread, the only thing she could do was return to the Eastern Wasteland to rally reinforcements. Furthermore, she knew the immense power of the three major sects; handling the Wolf Soul Valley should pose no problem.

Yet Chu Han thought otherwise. A single Wolf Clan had already battered the three major sects into such a pathetic state, and that clan was merely a branch of the Wolf Soul Valley. This alone was enough to demonstrate the terrifying strength of the valley. Once the three major sects intervened, the entire Eastern Wasteland would be dragged into the conflict. If they failed to defeat the Wolf Soul Valley, the Eastern Wasteland would be utterly ruined. Above all, he had no wish to see Leng Ye put herself in danger.

“No, you cannot go. You must stay here. It is far too dangerous over there, and I have no desire to drag the three major sects into this. This is my own affair.”

Chu Han shook his head, rejecting her proposal outright. Just as Leng Ye was about to speak again, Chu Han cut her off, sealing her words. “Say no more; my mind is made up. You must remain here. The Wolf Soul Valley is not something you can handle. Be obedient and trust me—I can deal with them.”

Hearing his resolute words, Leng Ye found herself devoid of further argument and could only nod in silence. However, Chu Han did not truly understand her: once Leng Ye made a decision, no one could talk her out of it. Already, a quiet determination had formed in her heart.

That evening, Chu Han sat in the courtyard of the Leng family estate, gazing up at the full moon, his thoughts drifting through a myriad of memories. He recalled the Tang family of his past life, as well as those who had died for him. His very existence in this lifetime was dedicated to vengeance.

“Ten Sovereigns, you surely never imagined this. I have been reborn! The tragedies of my past life shall never repeat themselves in this one, and every single one of you will become a ghost beneath my blade. Until I exact my revenge, I will never die. Just wait.”

Chu Han muttered to himself, his tone bone-chillingly cold. A ferocious hatred radiated from his eyes. However, before he could seek vengeance against the Ten Sovereigns, he had to find a flawless solution to his Undying System.

In his past life, at the very final moment when he broke through to the Sovereign realm, the Undying System had suddenly turned on him, throwing him into utter chaos. Otherwise, with the power of a Sovereign, why would he have ever feared the Ten Sovereigns?

The night passed without incident.

Early the next morning, Chu Han waited at the entrance of the Leng family estate. Before long, he saw Qingyi and Qingxuan approaching from not far away, leading a horse by the reins. Following closely behind them were more than a dozen individuals whose confident strides made it immediately obvious they were martial arts experts.

“Chu Han, this is the horse. In the Alchemy Sect, it is called Windchaser. Its speed is extraordinary, though it requires immense strength to master. As for these individuals, they are masters of the Alchemy Sect, and even the weakest among them has reached the eighth tier of the Dao Palace realm. They should be able to lend you a hand. There are still many matters awaiting us at the Alchemy Sect, so Qingyi and I cannot accompany you personally. I hope you understand.”

Qingxuan patted Chu Han’s shoulder and sighed.

“Senior Qingxuan, what are you saying? I am already deeply grateful for your assistance.” Chu Han cupped his fists in salute, then turned to the dozen-plus experts. “Thank you all for your help today. If the opportunity arises in the future, Chu Han will repay this kindness tenfold.”

The group waved their hands dismissively to indicate it was nothing. Then, everyone mounted their horses and galloped toward the Imperial Capital. Chu Han glanced back briefly, failing to spot Leng Ye. With a sigh, he figured she likely disliked parting sorrowful farewells. Since he was leaving without a proper goodbye, he could only return later to ask for her forgiveness.

What he did not know was that Leng Ye had already set out the previous night. Lacking an Alchemy Sect Windchaser horse, she had been forced to leave earlier. Had Chu Han known this, he likely would have coughed up a mouthful of blood in frustration.

As Chu Han mounted the creature, the Windchaser let out a shrill whinny and violently bucked, attempting to throw him from its back. The Windchaser possessed great spiritual intelligence, and only someone of formidable power could ever hope to master such a mount.

“Impudent beast!”

Chu Han let out a stern shout, unleashing a massive surge of energy from his body that instantly cowed the Windchaser into immobility. This display was witnessed by Qingyi and Qingxuan, who exchanged knowing nods. When it came to subduing the Windchaser, Chu Han was perhaps the fastest yet.