Chapter 53

Their gaze fixed on Chen Ku, Jieyin and Zhunti were dazed and uncertain.

Translation: Their gaze fixed tightly on Chen Ku, Jieyin and Zhunti were somewhat dumbfounded, uncertain and doubtful.

Their gaze locked on Chen Ku, Jieyin and Zhunti were dazed and uncertain.

But we must not add. Let's produce: "Their gaze fixed tightly on Chen Ku, Jieyin and Zhunti were somewhat dazed, startled and uncertain."

Check we kept all info: gaze fixed tightly on Chen Ku, Jieyin and Zhunti somewhat dazed, startled and uncertain. Good.

They frequently engaged in mid-way "robbery", seizing others' opportunities.

Translation: They had often done mid-way "robbery", seizing others' opportunities.

They frequently engaged in mid-way "robbery", snatching others' opportunities.

Let's produce: "They often carried out mid-way 'robbery', seizing others' opportunities."

But now, after finally obtaining such a top-tier supreme treasure with great difficulty, must they actively return it?

Translation: But now, after great difficulty obtaining such a top-tier supreme treasure in their hands, they must actively return it?

We need to keep meaning: "But now, such a top-tier supreme treasure, after great difficulty finally obtained in their hands, yet they must actively return it?" Let's produce: "But now, after great difficulty finally obtaining such a top-tier supreme treasure in their hands, they must actively return it?"

Could it be that this disciple (junior nephew) of mine has also discovered his conscience, preparing to become a good person?!

Translation: Could it be that this disciple (junior nephew) of mine has also found his conscience, preparing to become a good person?!

Could it be that this disciple (junior nephew) of mine has also discovered his conscience, preparing to become a good person?!

Let's produce: "Could it be that this disciple (junior nephew) of mine has also found his conscience, preparing to become a good person?!"

No!

Translation: No!

Jieyin and Zhunti clearly see that Chen Ku's shamelessness exceeds theirs, being even more excessive.

Translation: Jieyin and Zhunti clearly understand that Chen Ku's shamelessness surpasses theirs, being even worse.

Jieyin and Zhunti clearly see that Chen Ku's shamelessness exceeds theirs, being even more excessive.

Let's produce: "Jieyin and Zhunti clearly see that Chen Ku's shamelessness exceeds theirs, being even more excessive."

This kid truly is the sort who won't act without gain, never becoming a mere do-gooder.

Translation: This kid is truly the sort who won't act without profit, never becoming a mere do-gooder.

This kid truly is the sort who won't act without gain, never becoming a mere do-gooder.

Let's produce: "This kid truly is the sort who won't act without gain, never becoming a mere do-gooder."

"Junior nephew, what profound intention does this action have?!"

Translation: "Junior nephew, what deep meaning lies in this move?!"

"Junior nephew, what profound intention does this action have?!"

Let's produce: "「Junior nephew, what profound intention does this action have? ！」"

But we need to keep quotes? The line includes Chinese quotes. We should keep them as English quotes? Probably we should keep the quotation marks as part of translation. The line starts with 「 and ends with 」. We'll keep English double quotes? The instruction: translate faithfully, not add. We can replace Chinese quotes with English quotes. Usually we translate 「... 」 as "..." or just keep as quotes. We'll use English double quotes.

Thus: "「Junior nephew, what profound intention does this action have? ！」"

But we need to output as 【8】 "Junior nephew, what profound intention does this action have? ！" Actually we need to keep the quotes. Let's output: 【8】 "Junior nephew, what profound intention does this action have? ！"

Zhunti couldn't help but ponder and ask.

Translation: Zhunti couldn't help but ponder and ask.

Zhunti couldn't help but ponder and ask.

Let's produce: 【9】 Zhunti couldn't help but ponder and ask.

Upon hearing this, Chen Ku then slowly spoke, expressing his idea.

Translation: Upon hearing this, Chen Ku then slowly spoke, voicing his own idea.

Upon hearing this, Chen Ku then slowly spoke, expressing his idea.

Let's produce: 【10】 Upon hearing this, Chen Ku then slowly spoke, expressing his idea.

"Hehe, returning the three supreme treasures is naturally not for no reason."

Translation: "Hehe, returning the three supreme treasures is certainly not without reason."

"Hehe, returning the three supreme treasures is naturally not for no reason."

Let's produce: 【11】 "Hehe, returning the three supreme treasures is naturally not without reason."

"The disciple thinks that if we can exchange this for the Three Tribes' cooperation, assisting us to revive the West."

Translation: "The disciple thinks that if we can use this to exchange for the Three Tribes' joint assistance, helping us revive the West."

"The disciple thinks that if we can exchange this for the Three Tribes' cooperation, assisting us to revive the West."

"How wonderful would that be!"

Translation: "How wonderful would that be!"

"How wonderful would that be!"

Not bad!

Translation: "Not bad!"

Previously, Chen Ku still harbored some hesitation, wavering over whether to return the Qilin Seal to the Qilin Tribe.

Translation: Previously, Chen Ku still harbored some hesitation, wavering over whether to return the Qilin Seal to the Qilin Tribe.

Previously, Chen Ku still harbored some hesitation, wavering over whether to return the Qilin Seal to the Qilin Tribe.

But the gathering of the three supreme treasures instead solidified Chen Ku's resolve.

Translation: But the gathering of the three supreme treasures instead solidified Chen Ku's resolve.

But the gathering of the three supreme treasures instead solidified Chen Ku's resolve.

He intends to exchange these three supreme treasures for the Three Tribes' aid.

Translation: He intends to exchange these three supreme treasures for the Three Tribes' aid.

He intends to exchange these three supreme treasures for the Three Tribes' aid.

As the saying goes, a skinny dead camel is still larger than a horse; although the Three Tribes now remain hidden and are gradually declining.

Translation: As the saying goes, a skinny dead camel is still larger than a horse; although the Three Tribes now remain hidden and are gradually declining.

As the saying goes, a skinny dead camel is still larger than a horse; although the Three Tribes now remain hidden and are gradually declining.

But they were ultimately the three great hegemons of heaven and earth in ancient times, unimaginably powerful.

Translation: But they were ultimately the three great hegemons of heaven and earth in ancient times, unimaginably powerful.

But they were ultimately the three great hegemons of heaven and earth in ancient times, unimaginably powerful.

If they were to display their might again, they would inevitably remain beings that inspire terror in all living creatures.

Translation: If they were to display their might again, they would inevitably remain beings that inspire terror in all living creatures.

If they were to display their might again, they would inevitably remain beings that inspire terror in all living creatures.

Moreover, the number of living beings among the Three Tribes is incalculable.

Translation: Moreover, the number of living beings among the Three Tribes is incalculable.

Moreover, the number of living beings among the Three Tribes is incalculable.

One must know that what the West currently lacks is not only spiritual energy, merit, and spiritual treasures, etc.

Translation: One must know that what the West currently lacks is not only spiritual energy, merit, and spiritual treasures, etc.

One must know that what the West currently lacks is not only spiritual energy, merit, and spiritual treasures, etc.

The initial Great Calamity caused the West's living beings to dwindle to one in ten thousand, and even now they have not yet recovered.

Translation: The initial Great Calamity caused the West's living beings to dwindle to one in ten thousand, and even now they have not yet recovered.

The initial Great Calamity caused the West's living beings to dwindle to one in ten thousand, and even now they have not yet recovered.

This can be seen from the fact that within a radius of a million li previously, not a single figure was visible, enough to glimpse a spot through a tube and see the whole leopard.

Translation: This can be seen from the fact that within a radius of a million li previously, not a single figure was visible, enough to glimpse a spot through a tube and see the whole leopard.

This can be seen from the fact that within a radius of a million li previously, not a single figure was visible, enough to glimpse a spot through a tube and see the whole leopard.

The withering of living beings is likewise a major deficiency of the West's heaven and earth!

Translation: The withering of living beings is likewise a major deficiency of the West's heaven and earth!

The withering of living beings is likewise a major deficiency of the West's heaven and earth!

Precisely for this reason, over millions of years, even though Jieyin and Zhunti occasionally roamed the heavens and earth, they went about begging for handouts.

Translation: Precisely for this reason, over millions of years, even though Jieyin and Zhunti occasionally roamed the heavens and earth, seeking handouts everywhere.

Precisely for this reason, over millions of years, even though Jieyin and Zhunti occasionally roamed the heavens and earth, they went about begging for handouts.

Although they ended up being despised and laughed at behind their backs, they also didn't gain much benefit, the effect ultimately limited.

Translation: Although they ended up being despised and laughed at behind their backs, they also didn't gain much benefit, the effect ultimately limited.

Although they ended up being despised and laughed at behind their backs, they also didn't gain much benefit, the effect ultimately limited.

As long as the Three Tribes can assist, the pace of reviving the West will surely multiply.

Translation: As long as the Three Tribes can assist, the pace of reviving the West will surely multiply.

As long as the Three Tribes can assist, the pace of reviving the West will surely multiply.

Who lets human power be limited, while strength is not the same!

Translation: Who lets human power be limited, while strength is not the same!

Who lets human power be limited, while strength is not the same!

Upon hearing Chen Ku's scheme, Jieyin and Zhunti were first taken aback.

Translation: Upon hearing Chen Ku's scheme, Jieyin and Zhunti were first taken aback.

Upon hearing Chen Ku's scheme, Jieyin and Zhunti were first taken aback.

"Exchanging for the Three Tribes' assistance? That really surprised them."

Translation: "Exchanging for the Three Tribes' assistance? That really surprised them."

"Exchanging for the Three Tribes' assistance? That really surprised them."

After all, since the Dragon Han Initial Calamity ended, the Three Tribes have long been regarded as beings despised by heaven and abandoned by immortals; all beings avoid them lest they be stained with the primordial slaughter's karmic obstacles, affecting their own cultivation.

Translation: After all, since the Dragon Han Initial Calamity ended, the Three Tribes have long been regarded as beings despised by heaven and abandoned by immortals; all beings avoid them lest they be stained with the primordial slaughter's karmic obstacles, affecting their own cultivation.

After all, since the Dragon Han Initial Calamity ended, the Three Tribes have long been regarded as beings despised by heaven and abandoned by immortals; all beings avoid them lest they be stained with the primordial slaughter's karmic obstacles, affecting their own cultivation.

Who would even think of voluntarily joining forces with the Three Tribes?

Translation: Who would even think of voluntarily joining forces with the Three Tribes?

Who would even think of voluntarily joining forces with the Three Tribes?

However, upon careful reflection, the expressions of Jieyin and Zhunti inevitably became solemn and reverent.

Translation: However, upon careful reflection, the expressions of Jieyin and Zhunti inevitably became solemn and reverent.

However, upon careful reflection, the expressions of Jieyin and Zhunti inevitably became solemn and reverent.

They suddenly felt that Chen Ku's proposal was not impossible.

Translation: They suddenly felt that Chen Ku's proposal was not impossible.

They suddenly felt that Chen Ku's proposal was not impossible.

"Marvelous... marvelous......"

Translation: "Marvelous... marvelous......"

"Marvelous... marvelous......"

"Haha, not bad, only you, my disciple, could devise such a heaven-defying plan for the Three Tribes' assistance."

Translation: "Haha, not bad, only you, my disciple, could devise such a heaven-defying plan for the Three Tribes' assistance."

"Haha, not bad, only you, my disciple, could devise such a heaven-defying plan for the Three Tribes' assistance."

Jieyin was both startled and delighted.

Translation: Jieyin was both startled and delighted.

Jieyin was both startled and delighted.

It is easy to imagine that precisely because the Three Tribes are despised by all, once shown kindness, they would find it hard to resist, as if obtaining a supreme treasure.

Translation: It is easy to imagine that precisely because the Three Tribes are despised by all, once shown kindness, they would find it hard to resist, as if obtaining a supreme treasure.

It is easy to imagine that precisely because the Three Tribes are despised by all, once shown kindness, they would find it hard to resist, as if obtaining a supreme treasure.

Even, without exaggeration, every opportunity now to be reborn and display divine might, for the Three Tribes, is like a lifeline straw, which they will never lightly relinquish.

Translation: Even, without exaggeration, every opportunity now to be reborn and display divine might, for the Three Tribes, is like a lifeline straw, which they will never lightly relinquish.

Even, without exaggeration, every opportunity now to be reborn and display divine might, for the Three Tribes, is like a lifeline straw, which they will never lightly relinquish.

Acting contrary to conventional wisdom often yields unexpected astonishing effects.

Translation: Acting contrary to conventional wisdom often yields unexpected astonishing effects.

Acting contrary to conventional wisdom often yields unexpected astonishing effects.

Beside him, Zhunti also pondered and said:

Translation: Beside him, Zhunti also pondered and said:

Beside him, Zhunti also pondered and said:

"These three supreme treasures, in our hands, have only ordinary effect."

Translation: "These three supreme treasures, in our hands, have only ordinary effect."

"These three supreme treasures, in our hands, have only ordinary effect."

"Only by returning them to the Three Tribes can their true power be unleashed."

Translation: "Only by returning them to the Three Tribes can their true power be unleashed."

"Only by returning them to the Three Tribes can their true power be unleashed."

"Moreover, the karma already borne by the West is more than enough; we don't lack the Three Tribes' share."

Translation: "Moreover, the karma already borne by the West is more than enough; we don't lack the Three Tribes' share."

"Moreover, the karma already borne by the West is more than enough; we don't lack the Three Tribes' share."

"Junior nephew's consideration is thorough in every step, seamless!"

Translation: "Junior nephew's consideration is thorough in every step, seamless!"

"Junior nephew's consideration is thorough in every step, seamless!"

In Zhunti's words, there is somewhat the feeling of "lice many, not fearing bites."

Translation: In Zhunti's words, there is somewhat the feeling of "lice many, not fearing bites."

In Zhunti's words, there is somewhat the feeling of "lice many, not fearing bites."

Since karma is already overwhelming, why worry about getting involved with the Three Tribes?!

Translation: Since karma is already overwhelming, why worry about getting involved with the Three Tribes?!

Since karma is already overwhelming, why worry about getting involved with the Three Tribes?!

Or, stepping back, if they cannot revive the West, then the karma they currently bear cannot be resolved, and there's no need to think about any future.

Translation: Or, stepping back, if they cannot revive the West, then the karma they currently bear cannot be resolved, and there's no need to think about any future.

Or, stepping back, if they cannot revive the West, then the karma they currently bear cannot be resolved, and there's no need to think about any future.

Moreover, his words also carry a deep sense of astonishment.

Translation: Moreover, his words also carry a deep sense of astonishment.

Moreover, his words also carry a deep sense of astonishment.

The original Eight Treasures Merit Pool nurtured the West's spiritual-root immortal herbs, the merit's light shining upon heaven and earth, all to improve the environment for the West's living beings' cultivation.

Translation: The original Eight Treasures Merit Pool nurtured the West's spiritual-root immortal herbs, the merit's light shining upon heaven and earth, all to improve the environment for the West's living beings' cultivation.

The original Eight Treasures Merit Pool nurtured the West's spiritual-root immortal herbs, the merit's light shining upon heaven and earth, all to improve the environment for the West's living beings' cultivation.

The Creation Cauldron is for refining spiritual treasures and immortal pills, and can also enhance the West's strength from another angle.

Translation: The Creation Cauldron is for refining spiritual treasures and immortal pills, and can also enhance the West's strength from another angle.

The Creation Cauldron is for refining spiritual treasures and immortal pills, and can also enhance the West's strength from another angle.

And Chen Ku's scheme to ally with the Three Tribes can bolster the West's fortune.

Translation: And Chen Ku's scheme to ally with the Three Tribes can bolster the West's fortune.

And Chen Ku's scheme to ally with the Three Tribes can bolster the West's fortune.

It can be said that Chen Ku's consideration has covered all aspects, and is sufficient to let the West's heaven and earth fully regain its former glory.

Translation: It can be said that Chen Ku's consideration has covered all aspects, and is sufficient to let the West's heaven and earth fully regain its former glory.

It can be said that Chen Ku's consideration has covered all aspects, and is sufficient to let the West's heaven and earth fully regain its former glory.

With such meticulous thought, even Jieyin and Zhunti feel a sense of self-admiration of inadequacy.

Translation: With such meticulous thought, even Jieyin and Zhunti feel a sense of self-admiration of inadequacy.

With such meticulous thought, even Jieyin and Zhunti feel a sense of self-admiration of inadequacy.

"Good, disciple's painstaking effort, master feels deeply gratified!"

Translation: "Good, disciple's painstaking effort, master feels deeply gratified!"

"Good, disciple's painstaking effort, master feels deeply gratified!"

"These Three Tribes' supreme treasures, master will now accept them."

Translation: "These Three Tribes' supreme treasures, master will now accept them."

"These Three Tribes' supreme treasures, master will now accept them."

Jieyin said thus, and again without hesitation collected the three supreme treasures.

Translation: Jieyin said thus, and again without hesitation collected the three supreme treasures.

Jieyin said thus, and again without hesitation collected the three supreme treasures.

Needless to say, the matter of joining forces with the Three Tribes naturally falls to Jieyin and Zhunti to handle, making it more suitable.

Translation: Needless to say, the matter of joining forces with the Three Tribes naturally falls to Jieyin and Zhunti to handle, making it more suitable.

Needless to say, the matter of joining forces with the Three Tribes naturally falls to Jieyin and Zhunti to handle, making it more suitable.

Chen Ku was ultimately just a junior, his reputation insufficient, and it was likely difficult to gain the trust of the three clans.

Although Jieyin Zhunti's reputation is not great, their strength is undoubtedly strong.

Furthermore, although the Three Tribes remain hidden from the world, they are not completely ignorant of external affairs.

As a registered disciple under Hongjun, Jieyin Zhunti also possesses the opportunity to prove the Dao and attain sainthood, and this matter has likely reached the ears of the Three Tribes.

In fact, this is also the reason Chen Ku chose to hand over the Three Tribes' supreme treasure.

After a moment, Jieyin Zhunti calmed down, putting away the satisfied and praising expression on their face.

"Hehe, disciple, you thinking so much for the West has actually saved me a lot of trouble."

"We, as elders, have received so many opportunities; even I, as master, feel a bit embarrassed."

When facing Chen Ku, Jieyin Zhunti never shows the thick-skinned demeanor they have toward other beings.

Today, Chen Ku has brought out one spiritual treasure after another, holding nothing back.

Jieyin Zhunti, upon this, naturally felt quite moved, their heart stirred.

As a disciple, Chen Ku already does this; how could Jieyin Zhunti possibly feel justified in keeping secrets?!

After a pause, Jieyin continued to ponder and said:

"As master, I have no other rewards to bestow upon you."

"This Azure Lotus Treasure-colored Banner shall be entrusted to you to wield."

"With this in your possession, even a late-stage Half-Saint powerhouse would likely be unable to harm you in the slightest."

Saying this, Jieyin flipped their palm, and the Azure Lotus Treasure-colored Banner previously bestowed by Hongjun Dao Ancestor appeared.

Instantly, the Azure Lotus Treasure-colored Banner fluttered, making a rustling sound; white vapor hung in the air, myriad golden rays shone, and a relic appeared.

The relic's light suddenly shone, calming the mind and spirit; all evils retreated, and no law could invade.

This treasure is one of the Primordial Five Directions Banner, equal in fame to the Wuji Apricot Yellow Banner, the Li Di Flame Light Banner, the Plain Color Cloud Realm Banner, and the Xuanyuan Water Controlling Banner.

Each is unmatched in defense, invulnerable to all laws, and of the highest grade among Primordial Spirit Treasures.

At this moment, Jieyin unhesitatingly bestowed this treasure upon Chen Ku, showing how delighted and moved they were.

Meanwhile, Jieyin also considered that Chen Ku already possessed items like the Six Roots Pure Bamboo and the God-Slaying Spear, which are unmatched in attack and possess outstanding combat power.

By comparison, defensive-type spirit treasures are rather scarce.

And this Azure Lotus Treasure-colored Banner is simply perfect.

Zhunti, standing nearby, smiled and nodded slightly, also having no objection.

Repeatedly witnessing Chen Ku's heaven-defying feats, Jieyin Zhunti grew ever more reliant on them.

Should Chen Ku ever suffer a grave injury, or even fall dying with resentment, it would be a great loss for Jieyin Zhunti and the West.

Therefore, bestowing upon him even more defensive measures and treasures is by no means excessive.

Seeing this, Chen Ku was also stunned.