After a few friendly words, Hai Bo Dong's expression turned serious.
"Ye Chen, there's another matter I want to discuss."
"Grand Elder, speak freely!" Ye Chen waved.
"You know, my early life went fairly smoothly, but the latter half… wasted decades," Hai Bo Dong sighed.
"Now that the Miter Family has you, its prosperity is only a matter of time."
Hearing this, Ye Chen guessed the old man's intention. "Grand Elder, are you planning to leave?"
"Yes! Nothing escapes you!" Hai Bo Dong nodded, smiling warmly. "I had wanted to venture out in my youth, but circumstances held me back.
Now, with no obstacles, I plan to leave Jia Ma Empire after restoring my cultivation. Of course, I will attend your wedding banquet!
At that moment, Ye Chen noticed Hai Bo Dong's eyes were bright and clear, free from the earlier gloom.
Hai Bo Dong's talent had surpassed even Jia Xing Tian and Yun Shan.
If not for being sealed by Medusa Queen for decades, he could have reached Dou Zong even staying in Jia Ma Empire.
"Grand Elder, it's never too late to explore the world. But if you ever tire, your family always welcomes you back," Ye Chen said sincerely.
After Hai Bo Dong departed, Ye Chen immediately summoned Yao Chen from the Soul Banner to craft the Fu Zi Ling Pill.
With Yao Chen's abilities, the pill was completed in under a day.
Meanwhile, progress was made on the matters involving Jia Xing Tian.
This time, Jia Xing Tian brought four hundred individuals to Ye Chen, aged roughly between twenty-five and forty.
Their cultivation was at the Dou Zhe stage; without a miraculous opportunity, they could never reach Dou Wang.
After careful selection, Ye Chen kept only half, releasing two hundred Dou Wang Quick Advancement Pills.
The pills worked perfectly. Within a few hours, two hundred Dou Wang experts emerged.
"I've really become a Dou Wang expert!"
"The Emperor has granted me a second life!"
"I, Li Si, will serve His Majesty with my life!"
The two hundred newly minted Dou Wangs were ecstatic, kneeling and thanking Ye Chen.
Seeing them, Ye Chen's ambitions soared. He confidently realized this force could destroy an entire empire in days.
"Rise."
Ye Chen lifted his hand, his tone calm but authoritative.
Though still sixteen in appearance, his presence radiated supreme command.
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
After bowing, the Dou Wangs rose.
"You will now serve as my elite royal guards. Although you've advanced to Dou Wang, your combat skills need honing."
Ye Chen placed over a hundred combat technique scrolls on the table.....ranging from lower to mid-Xuan ranks. Not top-tier, but sufficient for their level.
"Choose suitable techniques to practice. I will assess you later. Those with good results will be rewarded and have a chance to become squad leaders."
To manage the group effectively, Ye Chen appointed Jia Xing Tian, a nine-star Dou Huang, as their commander.
With him in charge, Ye Chen could be confident in their training and discipline.
Time passed swiftly, and before long, half a month had already gone by.
During this period, Ye Chen made time each day to train, and his cultivation steadily advanced to the peak of a Nine-Star Dou Wang.
Hai Bo Dong, having finally obtained the Fu Zi Ling Dan, restored his cultivation to its peak, even surpassing the level he had before being sealed.
Today marked the day Ye Chen would marry Yun Yun. From early morning, the entire Gamma Empire was steeped in a festive atmosphere.
Inside the imperial palace, a grand banquet had been arranged.
Nobles and influential families from across the empire came to offer congratulations, creating a scene of unparalleled magnificence.
Many elders and disciples from the Yun Lan Sect also came to celebrate.
Yet, the sect's current leader, Yun Shan, was absent on this important day, leaving Yun Yun with a slight sense of regret.
"Yun'er, your master is likely in the midst of attempting to break through to Dou Zong. He cannot spare the time to attend, so don't dwell on it too much."
Ye Chen noticed Yun Yun's concern and spoke gently, reassuring her.
"Mm, I understand. Master has devoted so many years to reaching Dou Zong.
Now that he has this opportunity, he will not waste a moment," Yun Yun nodded. "I hope he succeeds!"
Under the watchful eyes of countless guests, Ye Chen and Yun Yun completed the wedding ceremony.