The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor Chapter 1785 - 1782: War of the Reserve Emperors

Just as Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint was nearing a triumphant, unbroken streak, Xiao Zhenlong, hailing from the Longevity Family’s Xiao Clan in the Northern Sea of the Desolate State, appeared to contest the path of this unparalleled figure from the Primordial Hall!

Possessing the Innate Jade Bone since birth, Xiao Zhenlong’s might soared to the heavens. He once ventured solo into the desolate depths of the Desolate Realm and engaged in a direct confrontation with Ye Xuan.

Hmm...

While he endured a rather harsh defeat at Ye Xuan's hands, one must not forget that in his previous existence, Xiao Zhenlong was an ancient powerhouse who ascended to divinity, having once engaged in a life-or-death struggle with Ancestor Qiankun.

His hidden trump cards far exceeded the capabilities of typical prodigies.

Yet, astonishingly, Xiao Zhenlong’s position on the Mystic Yellow List was actually lower than that of Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint.

Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint held the esteemed fourth position on the Mystic Yellow List.

Meanwhile, Xiao Zhenlong occupied the ninth spot, having previously asserted dominance over Wang Teng.

However, this ranking disparity did not signify anything substantial.

A certain individual once remarked about the Mystic Yellow List, noting that the most significant gulf existed between the top ten and the remainder of the list, while the distinctions among the top ten themselves were actually quite minor.

"Eternity Sky Burning Technique – One Fire."

Xiao Zhenlong, clad in azure robes and appearing like a youthful prodigy, his forehead naturally endowed with the Jade Bone, possessed an unmatched presence. With a mere flick of his finger, he aimed to extinguish Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint.

What was this 'One Fire'?

It represented nothing less than - Annihilation!

Bang!

Instantly, an immense sea of flames engulfed Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint.

Many individuals on the Mystic Yellow List were skilled in flame-based techniques!

Xiao Zhenlong, Chi Yan, and Emperor Chi Mei were all cultivators of fire arts.

But Xiao Zhenlong not only wielded the Eternity Sky Burning Technique but also possessed his unique, formidable skill, the Dragon Cutting Hand.

It was back when Xiao Zhenlong ventured into the Desolate Realm that he even managed to manipulate the Desolate God, causing chaos within the Desolate God Demon Palace.

Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint emanated a kingly, imposing aura, unfazed by Xiao Zhenlong’s assault, and lightly scoffed, "Tricks."

"Primordial Technique – Eternal Fist!"

That singular punch seemed to pierce through the vast expanse of time, its power amplified exponentially. With one strike, eternal invincibility was declared!

Boom!

The very fabric of the void warped and contorted from the force of the impact, making it impossible for ordinary individuals to draw near.

The engulfing flames were utterly obliterated!

The momentum of the fist continued its relentless charge towards Xiao Zhenlong!

Xiao Zhenlong narrowed his eyes and unleashed another supreme Emperor's Technique from the Xiao Family. Fiery flames coiled around his form; while not as searingly intense as Taiyang Fire, it carried the potent momentum of a single spark igniting a vast prairie.

The impact of the fist struck Xiao Zhenlong, producing only a scattering of sparks and failing to inflict any harm whatsoever!

This was a clash between the Reserve Emperors listed on the Mystic Yellow List.

Fourth, Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint, and ninth, Xiao Zhenlong!

Others were also present.

Even those ranked at the lower end, such as Saint Heir Ming Xin and Holy Daughter Shui Xian, were not idle.

Having recently reaped significant fortunes from the Endless Sea, they had made their way to the Great Ruins.

However, their inclusion on the Mystic Yellow List was more recent, placing them towards the latter part of the rankings.

Holy Daughter Shui Xian was positioned thirty-fifth, second to last.

While Saint Heir Ming Xin and Saint Heir Qing Yan held the thirty-third and thirty-second ranks respectively, all occupying the end spots.

Nevertheless, any individual capable of securing a place on the Mystic Yellow List was undeniably extraordinary.

With the unfolding opportunities and burgeoning fortunes, how could they possibly afford to miss out?

Naturally, there were also those who maintained a steady presence.

Consider the one holding the second rank on the Mystic Yellow List, second only to Ye Xuan himself – Zhou Ye, who had once reigned supreme as the number one on the Mystic Yellow List.

This young Taoist, who had maintained a low profile throughout, had yet to engage in any direct conflict.

He appeared remarkably young, barely exceeding twenty years of age, and possessed an amiable demeanor, dressed in Daoist robes and carrying a Peach Wood Sword strapped to his back.

Very few were privy to his origins.

He actually hailed from Earth State, from the foremost of Daoism’s Seventy-two Blessed Lands, the renowned Immortal City of Louguan Platform.

At this very moment, Zhou Ye sat cross-legged to the side, observing the intense battle unfolding amongst the crowd, and quietly mused, "Why the struggle? All destinies are long since predetermined; those treasures rightfully belong to Young Master Ye."

It was as if he had foreseen from the outset that his former top position on the Mystic Yellow List would inevitably be claimed by Ye Xuan.

Indeed, not long prior, Ye Xuan had surpassed him.

Zhou Ye exhibited no surprise, as he possessed the ability to perceive the Heavenly Mechanisms.

"Do you truly place your faith in fate?"

Beside him, a stern young man attired in a sweeping Black Robe cast a sidelong glance at Zhou Ye, who was idly squatting on the ground, and spoke with a detached tone.

Zhou Ye chuckled softly, "Whether one believes it or not is inconsequential, for it is already etched in destiny."

"You will remain stagnant in the third position indefinitely, just as I foretold."

The grim young man's brows lifted slightly before he let out a breath. "I would sooner believe that Ye Xuan defies destiny than I would your pronouncements on fate."

Zhou Ye chuckled, "That pronouncement bears a striking resemblance to Duan Qingcang's words."

The grim youth replied with cool indifference, "It's not a resemblance; that was indeed what I stated."

Zhou Ye merely laughed without uttering a sound.

This stern youth was none other than the enigmatic individual occupying the third rank on the Mystic Yellow List, Duan Qingcang.

It is rumored that he, too, originates from the Heavenly State, hailing from an ancient and formidable Great Emperor Immortal Sect known as the Qingtian Divine Sect. However, like the Immortal King Hall of Daozhou, the Supreme Pavilion, and the Sword Tomb, the Qingtian Divine Sect keeps its existence concealed from the world.

And Duan Qingcang stands as the current-generation heir to this Qingtian Divine Sect.

He is positioned directly below Zhou Ye, holding the third spot on the Mystic Yellow List, narrowly surpassing Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint by a single rank.

During this recent period, Duan Qingcang has only intervened once, his objective being the acquisition of a World Tree Leaf.

Following his intervention, no one dared to contest his claim, and he effortlessly secured a piece of the World Tree Leaf.

The second and third Reserve Emperors, observing the emergence of what appeared to be the Immortal Treasure, the Black Candle, also displayed no inclination to make a move.

Zhou Ye maintained an air of complete detachment, projecting an image of profound ease.

Meanwhile, Duan Qingcang remained in watchful anticipation.

Whoosh—

A blinding streak of sword light streaked through the air.

Yet another Sword Dao Reserve Emperor from the Mystic Yellow List had entered the fray.

This individual's prowess far exceeded that of Du Qiuzhe!

It was Sword Child Jianchen, hailing from the Sacred Land of the Heavenly Sword located in Dingzhou.

He had previously found himself in a critical predicament within the Death Netherworld and was subsequently saved by Ye Xuan.

Following that ordeal, he retreated into seclusion, experiencing a continuous surge in his strength, eventually ascending to the tenth position on the Mystic Yellow List.

On this expedition to the Great Ruins, Sword Child Jianchen had diligently refined his Sword Dao, further sharpening his formidable abilities.

That single sword strike compelled even Xiao Zhenlong and Saint Heir Qian Jue Saint to momentarily halt their own actions.

Concurrently, the Mysterious Woman, Yun Si, made her move.

This woman, who had impressively climbed into the top ten of the Mystic Yellow List and ranked eighth among female Reserve Emperors, employed a peculiar method to approach the Black Candle!

Instead of reaching out directly, the Mysterious Woman utilized the nine-tiered Immortal Tower hovering behind her as a safeguard against unforeseen circumstances.

Buzz—

To everyone's astonishment, the Black Candle, which had previously been inert, suddenly stirred. It emitted a dark radiance that began to engulf the nine-tiered Immortal Tower in blackness.

Soon thereafter, even the Mysterious Woman herself was tainted by the spreading black hue.

"Hmm?!"

This unexpected development caused every onlooker's eyes to widen in disbelief.

Even Zhou Ye and Duan Qingcang were compelled to shift their gaze upwards.

Duan Qingcang's brow furrowed momentarily before smoothing out into a smile. "It appears your calculations were inaccurate; this individual has obtained it."

Zhou Ye twisted his neck, eliciting audible cracking sounds, and spoke with measured slowness. "That can only signify that the ultimate outcome has yet to be determined."

A sudden chill permeated Duan Qingcang’s being as he looked up.

The very fabric of heaven and earth twisted violently!

From the depths below the earth, an immense power seemed to surge forth, an unstoppable force bent on obliterating all existence!