Chapter 258: Such a Grand Entrance, Full of Style (Double Length)
"Chen Ye!"
"I just got a notification—the mission to hunt down the reincarnators is complete, and the progress has directly jumped to five!"
The president, who was currently in the guise of the fourth sister, approached with a radiant smile.
Then he noticed his son's grim expression, and his heart sank.
"What happened? What's wrong?"
Chen Ye didn't hold back and recounted the reincarnator's final words before dying.
The president's expression changed immediately.
"Chen Ye, could this heretic have been trying to scare you?"
"It's probably true."
Chen Ye frowned.
He hadn't expected to be placed on a wanted list by the Main God Space.
All he had done was kill a few reincarnators, and yet they'd gone as far as issuing a universal warrant for him? Outrageous!
It seemed he'd need to disguise himself in future missions.
After all, his bald head was too conspicuous!
Moreover…
Once he broke his limiter, Chen Ye was very curious to see if the Main God Space could withstand a serious punch from him!
Daring to issue a warrant for him—they'd better be ready to face the consequences.
But that was a matter for the future.
The immediate problem needed to be resolved.
"Dad, since you've taken over this body, your strength must be severely diminished, right?"
The president nodded. "This body has decent potential, but since it hasn't undergone proper martial training, being able to utilize even one-tenth of my original strength would be a stretch."
Chen Ye then said, "In that case, we need to adjust our plan. You should find a densely populated area, preferably a city, and hide there. Leave the task of protecting Miss Duan to me!"
Hearing this, the president was momentarily stunned before falling silent.
He understood that his son's suggestion was the most practical choice.
With his current capabilities, staying would not only be unhelpful but could also become a liability.
The president wasn't one to be overly sentimental.
After a brief moment of thought, he nodded in agreement.
"Alright, I'll leave immediately… but you take care of yourself too."
Chen Ye reminded him, "When the mission ends, don't come looking for me. Just return to the real world—I'll meet you there."
"Got it."
With that, the president turned and left.
"Fourth Sister, where are you going?"
From afar, Miss Duan called out.
The president stopped and replied, "More powerful enemies will soon come to assassinate you. I'm no longer capable of helping and might even hold you back. So, I'll leave my nephew to protect you!"
Miss Duan was stunned.
It wasn't until the president had walked away that she finally processed his words.
Mainly, Chen Ye's earlier display had been so shocking that her mind was in disarray, unsure how to react.
"Boss, let's get going!"
Chen Ye approached with a smile.
Miss Duan, however, looked at him warily.
"Who are you, really?"
"Didn't I already answer this before? Why ask again?"
"Let me rephrase—are you even human?"
"…Of course I'm human."
"No ordinary human could have your level of power."
"But I am human! If you don't believe me, feel for yourself—I have blood, flesh, and warmth. Totally human."
…
To prove he was human, Chen Ye explained for quite some time.
He nearly talked himself hoarse.
Finally, growing exasperated, he said, "Boss, if I had any ill intentions, I would've acted already. Do you think that unsteady flying ring in your hand could stop me?"
Miss Duan: "…"
That argument seemed to make sense.
Given this bald guy's strength, if he wanted to harm her, he could easily have done so.
"Alright then!"
Miss Duan reluctantly conceded. "I'll trust you for now."
Chen Ye finally breathed a sigh of relief.
"What's next?" Miss Duan asked again.
"You've always wanted to become the top exorcist, right?" Chen Ye said. "Let's claim that title for you."
"That's easy."
Miss Duan patted the storage pouch on her waist. "As long as I turn in this pig demon, I'll be ranked first!"
"Where do we turn it in?"
"To the Exorcist Manor!"
Miss Duan explained enthusiastically, "It's the headquarters for all exorcists. Even Lord Kongxu resides there!"
"Oh?"
Hearing about Lord Kongxu, Chen Ye showed some interest.
"Let's head there then!"
Lord Kongxu was quite powerful. If possible, Chen Ye wanted to recruit him into the team.
"Should we inform the others before leaving?"
"Sure."
…
Moments later.
The remaining members of the Five Calamities gazed tearfully at Miss Duan and Chen Ye, their eyes filled with reluctance.
"Don't be like this!" Miss Duan said. "Once I'm safe, I'll come back for you all."
Big Calamity replied, "Boss, make sure you come back soon!"
Second and Third Calamities nodded fervently.
"Got it!" Miss Duan waved her hand and, remembering Chen Ye's advice, added, "While I'm gone, keep a low profile. It's best to find a place to hide so those people don't target you if they can't find me. Understand?"
"We understand, Boss," they replied.
Miss Duan nodded, then called out to Chen Ye, "Fifth, let's go!"
And so, under the watchful eyes of the remaining Calamities, the two disappeared down the road.
Once they had traveled a distance, Chen Ye suddenly asked, "By the way, Boss, is the current top exorcist still Lord Kongxu?"
"What? You know Lord Kongxu too?" Miss Duan responded. "Yes, he's been the top exorcist for years. He's incredibly skilled."
Chen Ye continued, "So, if you hand in Zhu Ganglie, can you really become the top exorcist?"
"Probably?" Miss Duan's tone was hesitant.
Her uncertainty revealed that even she wasn't entirely convinced.
"What's the issue?" Chen Ye asked.
Miss Duan thought for a moment before answering honestly. "The elders at Exorcist Manor said subduing the pig demon would make someone the top exorcist. While they're highly respected, if I show up with the pig demon, some people might not accept it."
She was self-aware enough to know that her current reputation wouldn't easily silence doubters.
"Oh? Then what if you subdued something stronger than the pig demon?" Chen Ye asked.
"Stronger than the pig demon? Do you mean a demon king?"
Miss Duan said, "Demon kings are just legends. They haven't appeared in years. There's no way we'd find one."
"No, not exactly…" Chen Ye found explaining too tiring, so he cut to the chase. "Let's put it this way. If you subdued a green dragon, rode it to Exorcist Manor, and brought the pig demon along, no one would question you, right?"
"A green dragon?" Miss Duan was stunned. "Where would we even get a green dragon?"
"Well, here's the thing…" Chen Ye said with a straight face. "I know a spell that can turn me into a green dragon."
"Is that even possible?" Miss Duan exclaimed. "Show me right now!"
…
Moments later.
Miss Duan stared at the massive, awe-inspiring green dragon soaring in the sky, her expression a mix of shock and fear.
Chen Ye's transformed dragon form exuded an overwhelming sense of majesty and pressure. At nearly 600 meters long, he coiled and stretched across the heavens, a colossal figure.
His dragon head alone was 15 meters wide and over 20 meters long.
In the presence of this dragon form, Miss Duan felt as insignificant as an ant.
She even wondered if Chen Ye could kill her with a single breath.
Seeing Miss Duan's face grow paler and her legs start to buckle, the green dragon in the sky spoke in a human voice.
"Boss, don't be scared. It's still me."
Hearing the familiar voice, Miss Duan felt slightly relieved.
"You… this…" she stammered, still shaken. "What kind of transformation spell is this? It's way too over the top!"
"We can talk about that later," Chen Ye said. "If I fly you to Exorcist Manor in this form, will that guarantee your title as the top exorcist?"
"Of course!" Miss Duan's eyes lit up, and she clapped her hands in excitement. "With this kind of display, who would dare challenge me?"
"Then hop on," Chen Ye said, descending to her level. "You lead the way, and I'll take you there."
Determined to help Miss Duan secure the title of top exorcist, Chen Ye had resolved to go all out.
After all, this was his father's mission.
"Alright, then I won't hold back!" Miss Duan leaped boldly onto Chen Ye's back.
With that, Chen Ye carried Miss Duan and soared into the sky.
…
Exorcist Manor.
Though the name suggested a manor, it was more like a small town.
It had been specially built by the government as a headquarters for exorcists.
After all, demons regularly preyed on humans, and the government couldn't just stand by and do nothing.
Ordinary people were powerless against demons and monsters, so they had no choice but to pay extraordinary individuals to fight them.
Many exorcists frequented this place, gathering information about demons or bringing captured ones to claim rewards, making Exorcist Manor bustling with activity.
At this moment.
On the main street of the small town, exorcists dressed in various eccentric outfits could be seen talking or walking.
On either side of the road, vendors were selling miscellaneous goods and food.
Suddenly.
Many people noticed the sky growing dark.
It seemed as though an enormous creature had blocked out the sunlight.
When they looked up and saw the massive green dragon flying through the air, everyone was terrified.
"A—a monster!"
The vendors fled in panic.
Even low-level exorcists, despite their training, also ran in fear.
Even elite exorcists with exceptional skills found their legs trembling at the sight of the colossal creature in the sky.
"What kind of monster is that?"
"It actually dares to come to Exorcist Manor? How bold…"
"Judging by its appearance, it looks very much like the legendary dragon."
"Quick, notify the experts! They must come and subdue this monster!"
"Do you think anyone could actually subdue such a massive creature?"
"Wait… it doesn't seem to have any demonic energy!"
"Look closely! It seems like someone is riding on the monster's back…"
…
To enhance Miss Duan's aura and display, Chen Ye deliberately lowered his altitude after entering Exorcist Manor, ensuring the people below could see Miss Duan sitting on his back.
Instantly!
Gasps of amazement and disbelief spread through the crowd.
Although Miss Duan wasn't the strongest exorcist, her abilities were formidable, and her reputation was well-known.
After all, she had five peculiar subordinates under her command.
"Isn't that Miss Duan, leader of the Five Calamities?"
"How could it be her? Why is she riding on such a monstrous creature?"
"This creature is so imposing—could it already be a demon king? Did Miss Duan subdue it?"
"No way, that's impossible!"
While everyone was shocked by Miss Duan's presence on the green dragon, they assumed the dragon, since it carried someone, must be sentient and not indiscriminately violent.
Furthermore, Chen Ye didn't attack the town after appearing.
Gradually, the commotion on the streets subsided.
Some daring individuals even followed the green dragon out of curiosity, eager to see what was happening.
At the end of the street stood a massive building.
This was the true headquarters of the exorcists.
By now, the appearance of the giant green dragon had already alarmed the experts inside.
As Chen Ye approached.
Finally, there was movement from within.
First to appear were several elders, followed by a group of intimidating figures rushing out.
The last to emerge was a young man.
He was dressed impeccably in white robes, carrying a feather fan, and exuded the demeanor of a refined noble.
However, his face was pale, with dark circles under his eyes, making him look as though his health had been utterly drained.
Additionally, the young man wasn't walking but being carried out on a bamboo chair by four middle-aged women, which explained his delayed entrance.
Looking closer, one could see the word "Kongxu" embroidered on his robes.
In his hands, he held a small box.
This was Lord Kongxu, the widely acknowledged top exorcist of the current era.
When he saw the enormous green dragon approaching, Lord Kongxu was initially startled, but his expression quickly shifted to one of intense interest.
"A dragon from legend?"
Lord Kongxu chuckled between coughs and remarked, "I've killed so many monsters, but I've never slain a dragon before. If I could take this dragon down today, my name, Lord Kongxu, would surely echo throughout the world!"
Hearing this.
One of the elders immediately interjected, "Lord Kongxu, don't be reckless! Look at the power this dragon radiates—it must be a legendary demon king. If we anger it, the consequences will be disastrous! Besides, there's someone riding on its back, which means it has already been subdued."
Lord Kongxu sighed regretfully. "Ah, to be invincible is so lonely… I can't even find a worthy opponent."
By this time.
Chen Ye had already flown directly overhead.
He didn't land but instead lowered his altitude so that Miss Duan could disembark, remaining in the air afterward.
His body was simply too large.
Even though there was an open space nearby, it couldn't accommodate his massive frame.
If he were to land, much of the town would be destroyed.
"Elders!"
Miss Duan landed steadily on the ground, her face showing a hint of pride.
Her entrance was absolutely stunning, elevating her aura to the fullest!
Seeing the shocked expressions of the onlookers filled her with satisfaction.
"Ah, Miss Duan! It's been a while, and you look more radiant than ever!"
The lead elder began with polite flattery but couldn't resist asking, "This enormous creature is…?"
"Oh, just a green dragon I subdued," Miss Duan replied nonchalantly. Then she added, "By the way, Elder, you previously mentioned that whoever subdues the pig demon will become the top exorcist for this generation. Is that correct?"
The elders glanced at Lord Kongxu instinctively.
Seeing him smiling, they finally replied, "That's correct!"
Miss Duan removed the storage pouch from her waist and tossed it over.
"The pig demon is in there! Verify it!"
(End of chapter)
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