Chen Lingjun and Zuo Qiuxue looked at each other, and then said: "When your mother and I came to the Chen clan for refuge, we promised Chen Taichong that we would not leave without permission before a new round of battle to protect the way began.
"
After a pause, he continued: "Now...it still takes five hundred years to fulfill this agreement."
Chen Xi frowned more and more: "Is this a condition of exchange?"
Chen Lingjun nodded, shrugged and said: "Otherwise, how could Chen Taichong dare to take such a big risk and hide me here against the will of heaven? This guardian clan of gods protects the way of heaven. Chen Taichong dared to take such a big risk to make this decision.
, how can I break the promise?"
Only then did Chen Xi understand and couldn't help but sigh: "As far as I know, this Chaos Brood is the closest place to Heaven. If you and your mother stay here, you will undoubtedly be hiding under the eyes of Heaven. This is too dangerous.
Already."
Chen Lingjun smiled: "How can there be a way to have both worlds in this world?"
Seeing that he was unable to persuade Chen Lingjun, Chen Xi couldn't help but look at Zuo Qiuxue on one side, trying to get her to give him some advice.
But what disappointed him was that Zuo Qiuxue shook his head with a smile, as if he wanted to advance and retreat together with Chen Lingjun.
This gave Chen Xi a headache. The purpose of his coming to the Chen clan was to pick up his parents. Now that this goal had been achieved, what he didn't expect was that his parents actually didn't want to because of an agreement they made back then.
How could Chen Xi not be troubled by leaving like this?
Chen Xi rubbed his eyebrows and sighed: "But, why did you agree to this condition in the first place? Why can't you leave before the battle to protect the way begins? Is there any point in this? If it doesn't work, I will go and beg Chen Taichong.
how?"
Chen Lingjun shook his head: "Xi'er, if you are good for us, then respect our decision!"
His words were calm, but he conveyed an unquestionable power.
Zuo Qiuxue said softly from one side: "Xi'er, your father staying here is also repaying the kindness of his previous life. He has now restored the memory of his previous life and possesses various inheritances of the entire Chen family, and even some unique secret techniques. Only he has
I know it for myself. At this time, Chen Taichong and the others will not agree to let your father leave just now."
Speaking of this, Zuo Qiuxue took a deep breath and said seriously: "When we have repaid this karmic debt in the past life, that is, when we and the Chen family are completely separated, there will no longer be any ties, otherwise... your father
I'm afraid I will have barriers in my heart and have trouble sleeping and eating in this life."
After hearing all this, Chen Xi fell into silence for a long time.
Of course he would respect his parents' wishes and decisions unconditionally, but the thought of them still staying here and being imprisoned as "sinners" for five hundred years made him feel quite uncomfortable.
"Xi'er, don't hesitate any longer. Anyway, five hundred years from now, you will come to this Mother's Nest of Chaos to take part in the battle to protect the Dao on behalf of the Chen clan. At that time, our family can leave together."
Zuo Qiuxue said with a smile.
"Yes, when you participate in the battle to protect the way, I can also give you some pointers here. After all... in my past life memory, I have all the experiences related to the battle to protect the way, although I can't help you much.
, but it can definitely help you avoid a lot of dangers."
Chen Lingjun also said on the side.
Seeing this, Chen Xi let out a long sigh, smiled bitterly and shrugged, "It seems like I can't do it even if I don't agree."
Chen Lingjun and Zuo Qiuxue looked at each other and smiled, feeling very pleased.
…
Outside the Questioning Heart Hall.
"How was the conversation?"
When he saw Chen Xi's figure walking out, Chen Taichong, who had been waiting there for a long time, asked with a smile.
"If senior can cancel the agreement we made back then and let my parents leave with me now, then I will be extremely grateful."
Chen Xi said casually, his attitude a little cold.
"Haha, an agreement is an oath. It can't be canceled casually. Ask your father. If he insists on leaving, I will never blame him."
Chen Taichong said with a smile.
Chen Xi couldn't help but hum: "I'm afraid you already know that my father would never dare to do such a thing that violates his oath, right?"
Seeing that the atmosphere was a little tense, Chen Taichong couldn't help but sigh and said: "Little guy, if you agree to join our Chen clan, I will definitely rush in immediately, drive your parents out, and force them to leave with you, regardless of the punishment of the oath.
."
Seeing that Chen Taichong proposed to accept him at this moment, Chen Xi could not help but be speechless for a while, and almost couldn't help but roll his eyes.
After a while, he finally said word by word: "Impossible!"
After that, he turned around and left.
"What a stubborn little guy..."
Chen Taichong murmured in confusion, "If you knew that if I broke my oath, I would be punished by heaven for eternity, would you agree to it?"
Having said that, Chen Taichong still chased after him and said, "Little guy, are you planning to leave now?"
"No, I will stay here for half a year. When the internal injuries are completely recovered, it will not be too late to leave. Senior, are you trying to drive me away?"
Chen Xi said without turning his head.
In the previous competition for the successor, he fought fiercely with Chen Daoyuan, Chen Qiushui, and Chen Xiaoyun in a one-on-three manner, which resulted in numerous injuries on his body. Coupled with the sequelae of the Explosive God-killing Art, Chen Xi's current situation was not good.
optimism.
Of course, the most important reason why he chose to stay for half a year was not to recover from his injuries, but just to spend more time with his parents.
"Half a year?"
A smile suddenly appeared on the corner of Chen Taichong's lips, and he thought to himself, okay, okay, okay, if I try to persuade him a few more times in the past six months, I don't believe that this little guy can't accept it. Well... maybe I should give him something more irresistible.
the benefits of.
If those members of the Chen clan knew that the living stone-level antique they respected the most had gone to great lengths to plan for Chen Xi to join the clan, they would not know what they would think.
…
"Junior brother, take care!"
"Junior brother, take care!"
Outside the Chen clan, Wu Xuechan and Tang Xian both surrendered to Chen Xi.
After learning that Chen Xi would stay for half a year to spend more time with his parents, Wu Xuechan and Tang Xian immediately chose to leave.
The two of them are not idlers. It is not easy to accompany Chen Xi on this journey of the Chaos Brood.
Now that all things have been resolved, the two of them do not intend to stay any longer.
Before leaving, the two of them left a copy of the route map from the Chaos Mother Nest back to the Ancient God Realm and gave it to Chen Xi to prevent him from getting lost on the road.
After all, this Chaos Nest is located under the Conferred God Mountain, which is too far away from the outside world. In addition, the road is full of dangers. Without a road map to guide it, even five-star domain masters like Chen Xi will definitely encounter mishaps.
From this day on, Wu Xuechan and Tang Xian left the Chen clan, while Chen Xi chose to stay, not only to recuperate from his injuries, but also to accompany his parents.
…
"Have you made up your mind to let his boy participate in the battle to protect the Dao instead of Chen Daoyuan from our clan?"
"good."
"The boy also agreed?"
"good."
"The other ancestors have no objections to this?"
"good."
In an empty palace, Chen Lingkong looked dazed and his figure was a little desolate. After a long while, he sighed: "So, before the battle to protect the way comes to an end, I can only stay here and cannot go out for a step?"
"good."
Chen Taichong stood in front of the main hall, his pale face was indifferent, and there was no sign of any emotion.
"Why? That boy is obviously not a descendant of my Chen family, why should he be allowed to replace Dao Yuan in the battle to protect the Dao? This is simply ridiculous!"
Chen Lingkong's expression suddenly became excited and he shouted sharply.
"No one can deny that he is not a descendant of our Chen family. It just depends on whether we can show enough acceptance towards him."
Chen Taichong remained calm and said calmly, "You no longer need to worry about this matter. Likewise, you must not forget that although the mistakes of the past have passed, not everyone can let go of them. Therefore, at this time, you
Don’t make the same mistake again and again.”
After that, he walked away.
The palace door suddenly closed, and the palace fell into darkness.
Chen Lingkong stood still, his expression uncertain, and he seemed to be struggling fiercely in his heart. It was not until a long time ago that he murmured: "Our Chen family belongs to the lineage of guardians, and anything that goes against the law of heaven is wrong in itself.
,Is not it?"
He took a few deep breaths, and a flash of determination suddenly flashed in his eyes, "If you are wrong now, then let me... continue to make mistakes!"
After making this decision, Chen Lingkong's figure flashed and disappeared out of thin air. At the same time, he conveyed a thought.
"Lingnu, go and tell me everything that happened in our clan these days! No matter what the consequences are, I will be responsible for them!"
…
Time flies like water, and nearly half a year has passed in a hurry.
Outside the Chaos Nest, a graceful figure appeared quietly like a shadow in the starry sky.
She has a slender figure, her whole body is filled with obscure mist, and she stands on an ancient tripod. Although her face cannot be seen, her whole person has a thrilling and alluring aura.
"It's been so long, why haven't you appeared yet..."
She let out a sigh and stood alone, seeming a little lonely.
At this moment, a burst of conversation suddenly came from a plane entrance in the Chaos Mother Nest.
"Senior, there is no need to give it away anymore."
"Hey, you little guy, you really don't plan to hang around for a while longer? Even if you don't agree to my conditions, there is no need to leave in such a hurry."
"It won't be too late to bother you again in five hundred years."
"That's all, that's all, go ahead and be careful along the way and take care!"
"Senior, farewell."
Before the voice fell, a majestic figure flew out of the entrance to the plane, bringing with it a chaotic mist.
This man was dressed in a green shirt and had a handsome face. He was clearly Chen Xi!