As a father, I just want to quietly watch you live a long life Chapter 1897 - 488: Chess Saint’s Fifth Transformation—Returning to Blue Star, Kill One with 10 Steps, Leave None Behind Across 1,000 Miles...
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A hint of cold sternness involuntarily surfaced in his eyes; observing Zhou Heng’s state, it was apparent the mission had met with failure.
He had dispatched Zhou Heng to the Mysterious Temple node within the Dajing Imperial Mausoleum with the objective of securing the Gathering Immortals Flag from the Emperor of Dajing. This artifact was crucial for breaching the Qitian Inner City and confronting the Earthly Ghost Emperor, who hovered in a state between life and death, aiming for his complete annihilation.
However, it now seemed that complications had arisen.
"Where is the Gathering Immortals Flag?"
Supreme Xuanzhen inquired.
"Supreme One, the Gathering Immortals Flag... it has been taken!" Zhou Heng responded, his voice laced with deep frustration.
"Taken? You mean the Emperor of Dajing agreed to lend it, only for it to be snatched away?!"
Even for someone of Supreme Xuanzhen's stature, this news brought forth an uncontrollable sternness to his countenance.
Zhou Heng's expression was one of utter bitterness as he proceeded to explain the situation in its entirety to Supreme Xuanzhen.
"An assassin from the Godhunting Pavilion?! Utterly preposterous!"
"How could the Godhunting Pavilion possibly know of my intent to borrow the Gathering Immortals Flag? Only the three Supremes within Qitian Inner City were privy to this plan!"
Supreme Xuanzhen emitted a cold laugh.
Zhou Heng hesitated, his expression shifting several times as he wavered on whether to divulge crucial information.
Supreme Xuanzhen regarded him with a cold gaze. "If you have something to say, speak it swiftly."
Gritting his teeth, Zhou Heng recounted the encounter with the Godhunting Pavilion assassin, detailing how the assassin had exhibited both Buddha Nature and Demon Energy during their confrontation.
Upon hearing this, Supreme Xuanzhen's Tao Divine Pattern surged with intensity.
"So that is how it is..."
His eyes pierced through the void as if capable of tearing space itself, gazing into the vast expanse of the cosmos!
Buddha Nature and Demon Energy...
Could it be Jia Lou and the Sky Wolf Demon God Supreme?!
Hmph!
Supreme Xuanzhen snorted, powerfully clenching his fist. Tao Power intertwined, forming a massive hand that seized Zhou Heng once more.
He then rapidly ascended towards the location of the other two Supremes.
Supreme Xuanzhen was not one to jump to conclusions; he recognized that the possibility of either of the other Supremes secretly dispatching an operative could not be dismissed without further investigation.
"Jia Lou! Sky Wolf!"
"Show yourselves!!!"
Boom—!!!
The resounding blast echoed,
reverberating throughout the entirety of Qitian Inner City. Instantly, all cultivators within the city were taken aback, sensing the overwhelming aura of the Supremes, surging like an unstoppable tide!
Without a doubt.
A major event was unfolding!
...
...
Word that a significant event had occurred within Qitian Inner City, suggesting a dispute among the three Supremes, held no surprise for Li Che.
Taibai Peak.
The inheritance ceremony was drawing to a close.
Li Che remained, and upon the conclusion of all proceedings, he began to share in and savor this moment of profound joy with his wife.
A palpable sense of pride emanated from having successfully guided their child to become a formidable talent.
Upon the grand stage.
Lv Taibai, holding Xi Xi's hand, raised her palm high. A potent vibration of Heaven and Earth Soul immediately spread like a tempest across the entirety of Qianyuan Taoist City.
"Effective immediately, the position of Qianyuan Divine Sect Master officially transfers to Li Nuanxi!"
"May our Qianyuan Divine Sect flourish and prosper for countless millennia!"
Lv Taibai’s proclamation thundered forth.
His voice cascaded like mighty waves!
The disciples of the Qianyuan Divine Sect erupted in even greater fervor, their voices rising in unison to echo Lv Taibai's decree.
Were there any who felt reluctance about Lv Taibai stepping down as Sect Master?
Indeed, a few harbored such sentiments, but their numbers were few. After all, Lv Taibai hadn't perished to ascend to the position; he had achieved Dao Proving and become a Divine Tribulation Cultivator, necessitating his withdrawal from the public eye to avoid the perils posed by the Three Calamities and Nine Tribulations...
Consequently, there was little room for sorrow among the assembled multitude.
But Xi Xi, an eight-year-old Martial Saint!
This was an unprecedented and unparalleled feat!
A prodigy of such caliber assuming the role of Sect Master for the Qianyuan Divine Sect was a true blessing, destined to etch her name into history!
Indeed, merely attaining the Martial Saint realm at the tender age of eight was a historical milestone, marking her as an unparalleled heavenly prodigy for all ages!
"Xi Xi, convey a few words to everyone." Lv Taibai smiled, his gaze settling on Xi Xi.
Xi Xi's eyes sparkled with brilliance, yet she displayed no trace of timidity or embarrassment.
"Everyone!"
"I, Li Nuanxi, shall absolutely not disappoint any of you!"
"In the days to come, we shall undoubtedly ascend to become the foremost divine sect under the heavens!"
Clad in formal and majestic attire, Xi Xi placed her hands on her hips, puffing out her small chest and abdomen. Her gaze swept across the assembly, the indomitable Martial Saint's Will radiating from her. Her Qi-Blood burned like a beacon, a fiery signal intended to illuminate the very vaults of heaven.
A moment of profound silence descended upon the entire Qianyuan Divine Sect.
Subsequently, an explosion of cheers, resounding with profound excitement, filled the air!
The ceremony marking this succession carried on until the deepest hours of the night. Above the Celestial Vault, dark clouds dissipated, revealing countless dazzling celestial lights.
The brilliant moon shone brightly in the firmament, accompanied by stars scattered like an endless ocean.
The Qianyuan Divine Sect generously hosted a magnificent banquet, with more than a thousand tables meticulously arranged. The entirety of Qianyuan Taoist City was immersed in a jubilant celebration, featuring an abundance of exotic wines and a myriad of culinary delights, all presented for enjoyment.
Among the offerings were even numerous rare delicacies prepared from the flesh of formidable Demon Beasts.
Xi Xi, overcome with delight, couldn't cease her eating. Her lips glistened with oil, completely disregarding any semblance of her role as Sect Master.
"Consume your food at a leisurely pace; no one will attempt to take it from you, Xi Xi. You are now the Sect Master, the leader of this sect. We must maintain a certain image, you know."
Zhang Ya walked alongside Xi Xi, her gaze tender and her tone gentle.
Meanwhile, Li Che was engaged in a convivial exchange of drinks with Lv Taibai, Lv Qiankun, Feng Zhiqi, and several other influential figures.
"Ah Che, allow me to propose a toast to you. I am deeply grateful that you have such an exceptional daughter. Thank you for allowing Xi Xi to return from Qi Tian City and assume the esteemed position of Sect Master of our Qianyuan Divine Sect."
Lv Taibai poured a cup of wine, raising it in a toast with Li Che.
"However, the Sect Master's words are not entirely accurate. It is the Qianyuan Divine Sect that provided sanctuary for our family, enabling us to endure amidst numerous perils and persist..."