CHAPTER 418: CHAPTER 418 – WEDDING OF THE CENTURY (EDITED)

Chapter 418 – Wedding of the Century (Edited)

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A soldier slowly raised his head, realizing the shockwave above had dissipated.

And then, he witnessed a sight he would never forget in his life.

The battlefield had once been filled with mountains, forests, and greenery—even the alien world had lush landscapes.

But now...

It was all gone!

Everything was gone!!

Mountains, giant trees—nothing remained. As far as the eye could see, only barren emptiness.

Even the air seemed noticeably fresher...

Also gone was the terrifying giant monster!

At this moment—

Only the Azure Dragon Divine Beast hovered in the sky, towering and majestic!

"This..."

The soldier was speechless at the scene before him.

Everyone else was silent too.

During the war with the aliens, although the bald demon king had performed remarkably—tearing open the sky—it hadn’t yet reached an unfathomable level.

But now...

Everyone suddenly understood: Chen Hui’s youngest son no longer seemed like a mere human being.

That terrifyingly massive creature must have been a god-tier entity even in the alien world. And yet, it had been incinerated by a single breath of the bald demon king.

Just as the crowd was still stunned—

Suddenly—

The Azure Dragon Divine Beast flew up to them and slowly spoke two words:

"Counterattack!!"

As the voice fell—

The Azure Dragon took the lead and charged toward the alien world.

Whoosh whoosh—

Flames erupted beneath Chen Ye’s four dragon claws, like white clouds propelling him through the air.

After entering the alien world, he flew deliberately low, hunting down the fleeing alien remnants.

Everywhere he passed turned into a sea of fire!

With flames reaching 100,000 degrees, even proximity was enough to ignite nearly any material.

At this moment, Chen Ye had become the god of destruction incarnate. In the blink of an eye, he scorched the alien world for a thousand miles. The remaining aliens barely had time to flee before being reduced to ashes.

Was such utter annihilation too ruthless?

Not to Chen Ye.

The aliens had attacked first—and they ambushed!

If Chen Ye hadn’t been on the battlefield, what would the outcome have been?

With a monster of that level, even Qin Mu Yin might not have been able to stop it. Humanity could have ended up extinct—or at best, enslaved by the aliens, with no control over life or death.

This was a war of survival between races. There was no room for mercy.

Seeing Chen Ye’s overwhelming might, the commanding officer was the first to react, immediately ordering an assault into the alien world to follow Chen Ye’s lead.

What had begun as a desperate defense turned in an instant into a decisive counterattack!

Now—

It was humanity’s turn to hunt the invaders.

"Brothers, charge!!"

"Free credit—don’t miss out!"

"Haha, fighting under Commander Chen the Invincible is just too damn satisfying!"

"Forget ’Chen the Invincible’—just call him Chen God! Even without the traits of a god, his combat strength far exceeds any divine being!"

"Exactly! That last attack was terrifying. I doubt even the gods in myths were stronger than Chen God!"

"Instead of wasting breath, how about running faster? Chen God, wait for me!"

Perhaps because Chen Ye’s display was simply too overwhelming—

During the alien war, people had dubbed him "Chen the Invincible."

Now, without a word, everyone silently upgraded his title to "Chen God"...

...

With Chen Ye leading the way, the human army swept through the alien world like an unstoppable force.

They encountered virtually no meaningful resistance.

Even when enemy troops did appear, Chen Ye would simply fly over and incinerate them...

For three consecutive days—

Chen Ye moved through the alien world without meeting a worthy foe.

He began to wonder: was that massive monster their strongest being?

Or were there still powerful entities hiding among the aliens, scared into silence by what had happened to their "comrade"...?

Three days later—

Chen Ye had no choice but to halt and rest in the rear.

There was no helping it—he had conquered so much territory so quickly that the rest of the troops couldn’t keep up.

Warfare wasn’t just about charging ahead—logistics were everything.

Without supply lines, reinforcements would fall behind, and no matter how much land was seized, there’d be no one to guard it.

Moreover, the alien world was vast.

According to calculations by the National Academy of Sciences, the alien planet’s volume was roughly three times that of Earth.

For humanity to completely conquer it would take decades—maybe a century.

Though Chen Ye had taken a break—

The legend of his deeds had already begun spreading across the globe.

Nearly all of humanity now knew that he had led an army to effortlessly defeat the aliens and conquer vast lands on the alien world.

That "battle of the gods" was posted everywhere online.

After all, over 200,000 people had witnessed it live.

Once they realized they weren’t needed, many had pulled out their phones to film...

Those who saw the footage were awestruck.

Countless people now believed that Chen Ye had transcended humanity and become a true god!

Originally—

The alien world’s emergence had filled people with anxiety.

But now, people hoped more alien worlds would appear...

Why?

Because scientists discovered that the alien world was rich in rare minerals.

Beyond that, the planet’s gravity was similar to Earth’s, and its air was even purer—making it an ideal place for human habitation.

Moreover, the atmosphere there contained an unknown gas that, when inhaled by humans, could enhance physical fitness and extend lifespan...

The Xia Kingdom’s Academy of Sciences named this gas "spiritual energy."

The moment the news broke—it rocked the world!!

More and more people began trying everything they could to enter the alien world in search of opportunity...

The term "alien fever" appeared across all regions of Earth.

Naturally, the biggest winners were the people of Xia.

Chen Ye was from Xia, and it was Xia’s army that had first seized alien territory—dominating the initial war effort.

It was rumored that Xia’s top leadership had already proposed a viable development plan—and intended to begin large-scale migration...

...

Amidst all the excitement and chaos—

Chen Ye quietly returned to his home in the capital.

He wasn’t particularly interested in the alien world.

Longevity? He didn’t need it.

With his current physique, his lifespan already far surpassed normal humans—he could live for a very, very long time...

And that wasn’t just a guess. The government had already conducted research.

Among adventurers, those with stronger constitutions aged more slowly. It wasn’t drastic—but the data proved that enhanced physique delayed aging.

"Chen Ye, everyone online says you’ve become a god. What’s your own opinion? Do you feel... different from before?"

Chairman Chen had been holding back for days before finally asking the question on his mind.

Ever since Chen Ye had revealed his extraordinary power, he had been quietly worried about losing his son.

His transformation had been so rapid—

And in many myths, gods were known for their volatile and incomprehensible natures.

In simple terms: they lost their humanity.

Whenever he thought about that, Chairman Chen couldn’t help but worry that one day his son would change completely.

"Different?" Chen Ye blinked. "Dad, what are you talking about?"

"I mean..." Chairman Chen hesitated, then said, "Emotionally, mentally—any changes?"

Chen Ye thought for a moment—and finally understood his father’s concern.

He smiled and said, "Dad, don’t listen to those people online talking nonsense. I’ve never considered myself a god. I am who I am—your son. That will never change."

Hearing this, Chairman Chen finally let out a sigh of relief and smiled.

Then, in a roundabout way, he added, "Son, seeing everything you’ve accomplished, even I feel like I’m getting old... From now on, I just want to enjoy life and play with grandkids. So, could you maybe settle things with that Zichen girl soon? Let me hold a grandson already?"

Chen Ye: "..."

Although he still felt young, he didn’t have any objection to marrying Tang Zichen.

Besides, his father suddenly urging him to marry Tang Zichen likely came from worry—that after "becoming a god," he might lose his humanity and become someone unrecognizable.

It probably wasn’t just his father who felt this way. Other relatives likely thought the same—including Tang Zichen’s parents.

So...

"Dad, I’ll leave that decision to you. I’ll follow your lead," Chen Ye said.

Right after saying it,

Qin Mu Yin’s face involuntarily surfaced in his mind.

This decision would undoubtedly be unfair to her.

But Qin Mu Yin had already made it clear: she only wanted that relationship to remain hidden forever...

In order not to betray either woman, Chen Ye could only marry Tang Zichen.

Chairman Chen immediately replied, "Then let’s pick an auspicious date and get it done soon!"

Chen Ye didn’t mind at all and nodded, saying, "Dad, I’d prefer something low-key. Let the wedding be small—just both families witnessing it together is fine."

Hearing this, Chairman Chen laughed, "Alright, we’ll do it your way!"

And so—

In the following days—

Chairman Chen and his wife got to work.

A son getting married—what parent wouldn’t be delighted? Not to mention, they were very satisfied with their future daughter-in-law. For several days straight, the smiles on their faces never faded; even in their sleep, they were grinning.

Although Chen Ye had instructed not to make it a grand affair—

Once the news spread, it still stirred up a huge reaction!

All kinds of powerful figures used every means possible to attend the wedding of "Chen God."

Not for any specific benefit—just to curry favor!

As a result...

On the wedding day, there were over a hundred banquet tables set up!!

Aside from the relatives from both families, every guest was either a world-renowned expert or a major political leader.

Reportedly, no fewer than a dozen presidents showed up...

And these "presidents" didn’t come empty-handed—they brought incredibly lavish gifts, all to please Chen Ye!

While it may have seemed exaggerated, it was completely logical.

After all, Chen Ye had already become the universally acknowledged god-tier powerhouse on Blue Star—calling him a deity wasn’t an overstatement.

Every word and action of his now attracted global attention. He possessed the power to reshape the world and had become the undisputed uncrowned king of Blue Star.

No one expected help from Chen Ye. All they wanted was that he wouldn’t hold grudges or target them foreigners.

After all, no one knew whether Chen God had forgotten the bounty Tang Zichen once posted...

"Mr. Chen, congratulations!"

"You two truly look like a divine couple—envy of all..."

"Wishing you eternal happiness and many children!"

Under the countless blessings, Chen Ye’s smile almost froze on his face.

Thankfully, it was his big day, and he was in a great mood—happy to keep smiling.

Especially when he looked at Tang Zichen in her wedding gown—so stunning, she seemed to glow. That made Chen Ye even happier.

What man wouldn’t be thrilled to marry such a beautiful woman?

However, when he reached the eighth table for toasts, Chen Ye suddenly stopped smiling.

Because sitting at that table—was Qin Mu Yin!

Chen Ye hadn’t expected it. Since returning to Blue Star, she had kept out of sight, quietly resting at home during her pregnancy. Yet here she was, appearing at his wedding...

"Congratulations to you both."

Qin Mu Yin greeted them, her expression calm and composed.

Chen Ye’s face turned a little unnatural, his eyes instinctively glancing at her abdomen.

Qin Mu Yin was almost three months pregnant now. Her belly had begun to show noticeably. Even though she wore loose clothing today, it couldn’t hide from Chen Ye’s eyes.

"Thank you," Tang Zichen replied promptly.

Qin Mu Yin lifted a cup of tea and smiled. "I haven’t been feeling well lately, so I’ll use tea instead of wine. Wishing you both happiness and a healthy baby soon."

After saying this, she cast a deep look at Chen Ye—making his scalp tingle.

A healthy baby soon?

Chen Ye felt she was implying something.

"Thank you, Captain Qin."

Tang Zichen thanked her again, raising her wine glass and finishing it in one go.

Seeing that, Chen Ye quickly downed his own wine as well.

Fortunately, Qin Mu Yin didn’t stir up any trouble. She simply took a sip of tea and sat down.

Once Chen Ye led Tang Zichen away from that table, he quietly exhaled.

Thinking it over, he understood that Qin Mu Yin must have felt compelled to attend.

This wedding had drawn nearly all of the country’s top powerhouses—even central leadership figures had come. As one of the elite herself, and once having a close connection with Chen Ye, not showing up would have seemed even more suspicious.

"Chen Ye..."

Just as he was lost in thought, Tang Zichen suddenly whispered, "Why do I feel like Captain Qin has gained a lot of weight? Her belly even looks a bit round?"

Chen Ye: "..."

His wife now had over four thousand points in mental attributes—her perception was sharp. Naturally, she had noticed the change in Qin Mu Yin.

"Really? I didn’t pay much attention. But now that you mention it, maybe..." Chen Ye replied vaguely.

Tang Zichen said quietly, "I thought I was seeing things!"

Chen Ye looked at his wife and suddenly felt a pang of guilt.

They had just gotten married, yet Tang Zichen was already being unknowingly betrayed. Sadly, it almost suited her powers...

The next table—

Belonged to the Ability Association, where Ba Liming sat.

Seeing the couple approach, Ba Liming beamed with joy.

"Chen Ye, I’m truly happy to see you two get married! I won’t bother with formalities—you’ve heard enough today. I only have one request: have lots of kids!"

"With your talents, your children will surely be extraordinary. When the time comes, I want to take one as my final disciple."

...

After the wedding ended—

Chen Ye saw off all the guests and finally let out a heavy breath.

Now—

It was time for the wedding night...

(A million words omitted here!)

(End of Chapter)