Time flew by, and half a month had passed.
Qin Chuan's ascension to the rank of Martial Emperor spread like a tidal wave, rapidly sweeping across the entire Purple Cloud Region.
In fact, the news even began to spread to several neighboring regions.
This made Qin Chuan feel a growing sense of unease. If this news reached the Crimson Dawn Region prematurely, what would happen?
He knew that becoming a Martial Emperor was no trivial matter!
Once the major figures in the Crimson Dawn Region learned of this, they would inevitably investigate his family, hoping to avoid offending him by mistake.
They would likely discover Qin Zi, create his portrait, and instruct their descendants to avoid offending him at all costs.
When that time came...
If Qin Zi went to the Crimson Dawn Region, the young elites there would treat him with respect, even flattering him. Who would dare cause him trouble?
And if no one caused trouble for Qin Zi, how could he get opportunities to slap faces?
How would he earn his "Father Points"?
If Qin Zi were to navigate the Crimson Dawn Region smoothly, all the groundwork Qin Chuan had laid during his last visit there would have been for nothing.
"No, that's absolutely unacceptable!"
Qin Chuan took a deep breath, his face showing determination. The battle with the Demon Emperor had nearly drained his Father Points.
He was down to just 55 points.
He was on the verge of bankruptcy.
Moreover, now that he had broken through to become a Martial Emperor, placing him among the peak powerhouses of humanity, his fame would inevitably spread, even if he tried to stay low-key. The stronger he became, the greater his reputation would grow.
This meant that...
The number of young people trying to show off in front of Qin Zi would dwindle, making it harder for him to accumulate Father Points!
Given the circumstances!
How could he not reap the benefits of the Crimson Dawn Region?
"I need to find an excuse to send Qin Zi to the Crimson Dawn Region before the news spreads there."
Qin Chuan made up his mind.
He immediately set things in motion, heading straight to the residence of the Purple Cloud Palace Master.
"Senior."
The Purple Cloud Palace Master greeted Qin Chuan with his usual respect, though this time there was a noticeable increase in his deference.
"I want to know if there's any recent major event happening in the Crimson Dawn Region. I'd like to send Qin Zi there for training."
Qin Chuan got straight to the point.
"Training?"
The Purple Cloud Palace Master pondered for a moment before asking:
"Senior, are you perhaps worried about the three-year agreement between Qin Zi and the Lu family? You needn't be concerned. When the time comes, even if Lu Gan fights Qin Zi and wins, he won't dare claim victory!"
Indeed, he wouldn't dare win!
Previously, the Lu family had set up the three-year agreement with Qin Zi, relying on their wealth and influence to bully him.
But now that Qin Chuan had ascended to Martial Emperor, the Lu family wouldn't even dare to mention the three-year agreement, let alone win!
In three years, if Qin Zi didn't challenge the Lu family, they would pretend the matter never happened. And if he did show up, they would have no choice but to let him win. If the Lu family didn't want to be destroyed, they would have to concede.
So, why hadn't the Lu family come forward to apologize and cancel the agreement?
It's because they didn't want to provoke Qin Chuan's anger. Some things are like powder kegs—best left untouched, or they'll explode!
The Lu family had adopted an ostrich strategy.
They believed that as long as they didn't provoke Qin Chuan, a Martial Emperor like him wouldn't bother to revisit old grudges.
And they were right.
Qin Chuan was incredibly busy, managing numerous affairs and barely having time to breathe. As long as the Lu family didn't stir up trouble, he wouldn't waste energy on them.
"I don't care about that so-called three-year agreement. What's more important is that Qin Zi needs to grow at a faster pace."
Qin Chuan's eyes deepened.
"Everyone has their own mission, and if Qin Zi continues growing at his current pace, he won't be able to bear the weight of his."
The Purple Cloud Palace Master's body shuddered.
He suddenly found Qin Chuan's words profound, though he couldn't figure out what kind of mission Qin Zi could possibly have.
After all, wasn't Qin Chuan there for him, now with Martial Emperor-level strength? What mission could possibly require Qin Zi?
Despite his confusion, he didn't ask further. He knew that even if he did, Qin Chuan wouldn't tell him.
After thinking for a moment, he said seriously:
"Senior, I recently received a message from the Crimson Dawn Academy. It seems the Palace Master of Crimson Dawn is preparing to take on disciples."
"The Crimson Dawn Palace Master is also a Martial Emperor, so his recruitment of disciples is no small matter. It's said he has spent a great deal of effort creating a trial space, and anyone who passes the trial can become his disciple."
"However, this trial is bound to be dangerous. While there are no cultivation restrictions, Qin Zi's cultivation level is still quite low..."
Upon hearing this, Qin Chuan's eyes lit up.
Who cares if his cultivation level is low?!
As long as there's an excuse to send Qin Zi to the Crimson Dawn Region, that's enough. What he does when he gets there doesn't matter.
Whether he becomes the disciple of the Martial Emperor—who cares?
I'm already a Martial Emperor myself!
"Senior, you wouldn't be thinking of..."
The Purple Cloud Palace Master, noticing the gleam in Qin Chuan's eyes, was startled and quickly tried to dissuade him:
"Senior, please reconsider! The trial space created by the Crimson Dawn Palace Master is sure to be no small matter. The competition will be fierce, and if something were to happen to Qin Zi inside..."
He was worried.
After all, he had informed Qin Chuan of this opportunity. If Qin Zi were to fall during the trial, he would bear some responsibility.
A person who had lost his son might easily lose control and lash out in anger.
"Training is like rowing upstream; if you don't move forward, you'll fall behind. Every strong warrior grows through challenges and hardships."
Qin Chuan waved his hand, his tone resolute and filled with righteousness: "As martial artists, we should fear no battle!"
His words carried a powerful heroic spirit, as well as the unique dignity of a Martial Emperor.
The Purple Cloud Palace Master immediately shut his mouth, knowing he had nothing more to say.
He had a feeling that if he continued, he might get punched.
...
Qin Chuan soon returned to his residence and casually brought up the matter with Qin Zi.
Qin Zi jumped up in protest.
"Father! This isn't right. I already have a master. How can I go and become the disciple of the Crimson Dawn Palace Master?"
"Besides, even if the Crimson Dawn Palace Master is a Martial Emperor, you're just as powerful as he is! Why should I go far away to seek a new master when I have you?"
"Is the Crimson Dawn Palace Master more knowledgeable than you, more insightful, more strategic?"
"No, no, no! He's nowhere close. In every way, he's not even one-tenth of what you are. No, one-hundredth!"
"If he's so inferior to you, why should I take him as my master? The Crimson Dawn Palace Master? He's not worthy!"
Qin Xiao Zhu stood proudly, speaking with righteous indignation and delivering a smooth stream of flattery.
But Qin Chuan could easily see through him—this kid was just scared of the danger and was chickening out!
Of course.
Qin Xiao Zhu wasn't a fool. He knew how fierce the competition for the Martial Emperor's apprenticeship would be.
The risks were too high.
When the Crimson Dawn Palace Master accepted disciples, geniuses and prodigies from over a hundred regions of the Southwest Cluster would flock there.
Combined with the local talents of the Crimson Dawn Region, it would be a chaotic mix of fish and dragons. With Qin Zi's current strength, he really didn't stand out...
His low cultivation level was limiting his ability to show off.
But Qin Chuan's decision was not something Qin Xiao Zhu could evade.
Besides, this little piglet had drained all of his father's resources. Did he really think he could keep lounging around without doing any work?
Dream on!
Qin Chuan looked deeply at his son, asking calmly, "Xiao Zi, are you… afraid?"
"No, of course not."
Qin Zi quickly denied it.
"Hmm."
Qin Chuan nodded, then patted his head, speaking in a low, somber voice:
"If you just don't want to go, I won't force you. But I hope it's not because you're afraid of the challenge."
"If it's fear holding you back, then I'll be… very disappointed."
After saying that, he turned and walked toward the door, his figure looking tired.
Qin Zi stared blankly at his father's retreating figure. For some reason, a strong sense of guilt rose in his heart.
He had lied to his father!
He had let his father down!
Clenching his fists, Qin Zi struggled with himself for a moment, then shouted:
"Father, I've decided. I'll go!"
He raised his chin, his eyes full of determination, and said confidently, "There's no way I'm scared. What's the big deal? How could it possibly frighten me?"