The Calm Before the Storm
Listening to the melodious exchange between Ji Ruxue and Xie Xiaojing as they discussed the strange behavior of the demonic beasts, Jiang Chen kept his thoughts to himself. He sat quietly, a picture of calm as their jade flute artifact sailed through the sky. Inside, however, his mind was a whirlpool of silent contemplation.
With Fang Yuan, the newly chosen Son of Heavenly Fate, now in play, it was clear that the upcoming grand hunt, a recurring event organized by the leaders of the Purple Heaven Holy Land, would not follow its usual pattern. To Jiang Chen, this wasn't just any hunt; it was a pivotal moment, a deliberately crafted stage set for the protagonist to rise in power, impressing everyone effortlessly and, without knowing it, setting the stage for deeper, more crucial events to unfold. Perhaps, this grand hunt was destined to start soon after the competition for the prestigious title of Holy Son.