Human Clan Defender

Chapter 884 - 39-40: Battle Merit (Double-Length)

The Dushan Clan, as a powerful clan, also has many subordinate races.

These subordinate races, likewise, are opposition forces to the Zhongshan Clan.

"A clan war involves a multitude of races!"

Shen Changqing mused silently.

The long boat beneath his feet now was a powerful Dao Arms of the Candle Sect. On the boat, besides him, were also many strong members of the Candle Sect.

At this moment.

The long boat had already left the Eternal Ancient Continent and was moving through the boundless void.

Its true purpose was to attack one of the subordinate races of the Dushan Clan.

"Direct Disciple Qiu, is this your first time participating in a clan war?"

A gentle voice came from behind.

Upon hearing it.

Shen Changqing turned his head to look, only to see that the speaker was a young man. The other party’s appearance seemed young, but there was always an ancient aura about him as if he had been through the ages.

Regarding this.

He found nothing odd.

Divine Realm powerhouses, although unable to keep their youth forever, can slow down aging.

Many Divine Realm individuals who are thousands of years old maintain the appearance of youth.

The person before him seemed young, but their exact age was hard to determine.

Reflecting on the memories in his mind.

Shen Changqing realized he didn’t know the other party at all, having only glanced at them once during the assembly of the direct disciples.

"May I ask which direct disciple you are?"

"My name is Zhongshan Kongzhou. I joined the Candle Sect about a thousand years before you."

The young man, Zhongshan Kongzhou, replied with a faint smile.

Upon hearing this.

Shen Changqing smiled slightly, "So it’s Senior Brother Kongzhou. I don’t believe we’ve met before, have we?"

Zhongshan Kongzhou.

The name was unfamiliar to him.

With thousands of direct disciples in the Candle Sect, it was normal for him not to have heard of some of the older names.

However, he was curious as to why someone he never interacted with was suddenly initiating a conversation now. It couldn’t have been without reason.

Seeming to perceive Shen Changqing’s inner thoughts.

Zhongshan Kongzhou gazed into the void ahead, his eyes carrying a hint of reminiscence, "Direct Disciple Qiu has never met me, which is understandable. When I joined the Candle Sect, you had not yet been born."

Speaking to this point.

He added another sentence.

"This is not to insult you, but you indeed had not yet been born back then. I had some acquaintance with your father, Zhongshan Baiyue. He was quite a renowned genius in the Candle Sect, and no seasoned direct disciple hasn’t heard his name.

It’s a pity that Senior Brother Baiyue fell midway; otherwise, our Candle Sect would certainly have another Divine King."

After finishing.

Zhongshan Kongzhou’s face was full of regret.

Upon hearing this.

Shen Changqing understood why the other wanted to converse with him; it was out of regard for Zhongshan Baiyue.

Regarding Zhongshan Baiyue.

Actually, he didn’t know much about him either.

In Zhongshan Qiu’s memories, there weren’t many regarding this father. He fell five hundred years ago, at which time Zhongshan Qiu had just stepped into the Divine Realm.

Born seven hundred years ago.

Entered the Candle Sect six hundred years ago.

Stepped into the Divine Realm five hundred years ago, coinciding with Zhongshan Baiyue’s downfall.

Zhongshan Baiyue had always remained within the Candle Sect, yet in the first hundred years, Zhongshan Qiu rarely saw this father of his, and after entering the Candle Sect, although there were a few meetings, they weren’t many.

Therefore.

He wasn’t deeply acquainted with Zhongshan Baiyue, nor could Shen Changqing derive much related memory from him.

In the memories of the other party.

Zhongshan Baiyue was extremely mysterious and also held quite a reputation.

Divine Realm Perfection.

An existence likely to advance to the Divine King.

"Does Senior Brother Kongzhou know him well?"

The smile on Shen Changqing’s face withdrew, as if speaking of a person unrelated to him.

This manner of response was modeled after Zhongshan Qiu.

The feelings the other had for his father weren’t deep, perhaps even less than those of some of the menial attendants at Qiu Peak.

Observing his demeanor.

Zhongshan Kongzhou slightly shook his head, "I can’t say I know him very well. Senior Brother Baiyue’s talent was overwhelming, and when he was around, all direct disciples were overshadowed.

Since Senior Brother Baiyue’s fall, I’ve rarely returned to the sect.

I didn’t expect that upon my return, I would hear of your defeat of two major direct disciples and claim the faith of the Qingfeng Clan.

You truly are an offspring of Senior Brother Baiyue, such talent is indeed impressive. Given time, you may also reach such heights one day!"

Upon hearing this.

Shen Changqing remained silent.

Observing his expression.

Zhongshan Kongzhou continued, "In the upcoming battle with the Kuiniu Clan, there will be quite a bit of danger, so stay by my side, and I will ensure your safety."

"Thank you for your kind offer, Senior Brother Kongzhou."

Shen Changqing slightly shook his head, declining the proposal.

This clearly powerful individual entered the Candle Sect a thousand years ago, and with the talent of a direct disciple, must certainly be a Divine Realm, at least the seventh level, powerhouse.

However.

If he stayed by their side, he’d have no opportunity to gain battle merits.

Moreover.

Being together for a long time, unintended things might be revealed.

In short.

He wasn’t truly Zhongshan Qiu, and even if he had acquired the other’s origin, there would still be minor differences in his demeanor and actions.

Such differences wouldn’t be noticeable in the short term.

But over a longer period, it wouldn’t be so certain.

Seeing him refuse, Zhongshan Kongzhou didn’t display any unusual expression, only shook his head.

"Since Direct Disciple Qiu has his own thoughts, I won’t force it. Be careful in all things; a moment’s inattention in inter-racial war leads to demise. In past years, many direct disciples fell under such circumstances."