The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor Chapter 1820 - 1817: The War Begins

Should this confrontation unfold within the confines of the Ancient Battlefield, any subsequent uproar would ultimately leave the Emperor Immortal Sect and Daozhou entirely untouched.

Upon the activation of the Ancient Battlefield, every individual present found themselves entirely enveloped by its expanse.

The entirety of the Ancient Battlefield functioned as a self-contained cosmos, drawing all within its dominion.

Observing from beyond Zhongxuan Mountain in the Eastern Desolate region, the Ancient Battlefield would appear as an immense ebony curtain, obscuring the external view of Zhongxuan Mountain.

And those individuals who ventured into the Ancient Battlefield would seem to have undergone a drastic reduction in their perceived size.

However, in truth, not the slightest alteration had occurred.

This was the very essence of the Ancient Battlefield's formidable nature.

While the Ancient Battlefield possessed no inherent ability to diminish one's power, all cultivated abilities could only be fully unleashed within its boundaries, with absolutely no possibility of projection into the external world.

Consequently, this arrangement served a dual purpose: maintaining the tranquility of the surroundings while simultaneously permitting participants to engage in unbridled combat.

"It appears they intend to give this their all."

Old Demon Chu, Xu Chunlei, True Person Fan Hai, and the others, witnessing this spectacle, felt their gazes flash with an inner light.

To speak candidly, they harbored little expectation that this particular engagement would yield a definitive outcome.

Because, in their considered opinion, Ye Xuan possessed virtually no conceivable path to retaining possession of the Immortal Treasure.

Under such prevailing circumstances, having already secured a substantial number of precious items was, in itself, an exceptionally triumphant outcome.

Therefore, this ensuing battle seemed little more than a mere formality.

Yet, at this precise juncture, with Hong Ba of the Emperor Immortal Sect electing to deploy the Ancient Battlefield, the entire dynamic shifted dramatically.

At the very least, from Ye Xuan's perspective, a direct and head-on confrontation was now an unavoidable certainty!

And what was once perceived as a "mere formality"...

"Never mind, it's quite fitting to ascertain precisely how formidable this individual truly is."

Old Demon Chu mused softly, all the while discreetly appraising the capabilities of those around him.

Despite the ostensibly ceremonial nature of this bout, he still maintained a prediction that Zhuo Rou would emerge victorious. Subsequently, the crucial question would hinge upon whether the Emperor Immortal Sect would honor their commitment to relinquish the Immortal Treasure.

And following the transfer of the Immortal Treasure, an unprecedented and earth-shattering conflict was virtually guaranteed to erupt.

Amongst the assembled contingent, a significant number possessed formidable competitive prowess.

Initially, the individual whom Old Demon Chu regarded with the utmost apprehension was the Seven Killings True Person hailing from the Primordial Hall. Though that particular adversary journeyed alone, his capacity for inflicting death was exceptionally terrifying, with precious few individuals of comparable cultivation capable of standing against him. Coupled with his devastating Seven Killings Absolute Heaven Formation, and amplified by his inherent formidable strength, in a genuine one-on-one duel, Old Demon Chu felt that virtually no one present stood even a remote chance of achieving victory.

This assessment even encompassed Hong Ba of the Emperor Immortal Sect.

Fortunately, the Seven Killings True Person had already departed the scene.

Of those remaining currently, the Left Envoy Xu Chunlei of the Purple Cloud Demon Sect, True Person Fan Hai of Hua Tian Prefecture, and the monk Liu Yun of Gushan Temple were the individuals whom he regarded with considerable caution.

Furthermore, there were Shi Pojun of the Qingtian Divine Sect, Liu Changqing of the Liu Family, the Daoist Ben Lei of the Taiyin Geng Metal Sect, Mo Yuzi of the Taishang Eight Diagrams Sect, Wuxiangzi of the Yushan Ancient Sect, and several others.

These particular individuals, to be perfectly honest, were strangers to him; they were not figures from his own generational epoch, yet they exuded an equally inscrutable aura.

Had the Heavenly Dao Suppression not been in effect, he might not have needed to harbor any fear towards them. However, with the existence of the Heavenly Dao Suppression as it was, despite possessing the Cultivation level of a Great Saint, he could only manifest the combat strength equivalent to an Invincible Great Sage.

While Old Demon Chu was engaged in his clandestine strategic calculations, the eminent experts representing the various major factions were similarly occupied with their own discreet assessments.

Ye Xuan, however, paid absolutely no heed to these subtleties. He exchanged a few hushed words with Zhou Youwei; Zhou Youwei responded with a roll of her eyes directed at Ye Xuan, her delicate visage betraying a flush of heat.

Following this brief exchange, Ye Xuan let out a hearty laugh and, with a single decisive step, ascended into the battlefield.

"Senior Brother, invincible!"

Zhu Xiaofei and the others, having been granted the significant fortune to enter the Ancient Battlefield and witness the unfolding events, immediately erupted in excited shouts upon seeing Ye Xuan make his move.

"Invincible!"

"Invincible!"

The assembled members of the Emperor Immortal Sect were swept up by the infectious enthusiasm, joining the chorus of shouts in rapid succession, bolstering Ye Xuan’s presence with immense momentum.

The resultant sound waves were utterly terrifying.

This display left the contingent from the Southern Sea Immortal Island, positioned not far away, feeling an even greater sense of shame. They had, after all, ostensibly arrived to lend their support to the Emperor Immortal Sect, yet here they were – Ye Xuan was the one stepping forward first!

However, the venerable ancestor of the Southern Sea Immortal Island, Zhuo Rou, exhibited no hint of embarrassment whatsoever; indeed, a smile of quiet confidence graced her features.

Having attained her advanced age, she had, in truth, long since perceived the deeper currents beneath the surface of many matters.

That Immortal Treasure possessed the ability to forge an Immortal Body. And what did an Immortal Body signify?

It represented becoming a Great Emperor!

Since antiquity, it was an established fact that those who attained an Immortal Body would invariably ascend to the Emperor realm!

Ye Xuan, under any circumstances, could not be permitted to keep this Immortal Treasure. The Southern Sea Immortal Island also held legitimate claims to it; thus, why should they not contend for it?

In her estimation, individuals like Zhao Xihai and his cohort under her command were nothing more than ignorant simpletons.

Even if they managed to forge alliances with the Emperor Immortal Sect this time, what real advantage would that bring?

It was true that Ye Xuan held the foremost position on the Mystic Yellow List, acclaimed as the most formidable Reserve Emperor.

However, one must not overlook the existence of exceptionally talented prodigies from other Great Worlds who would equally embark on the Emperor's Path.

By that juncture, whether Ye Xuan would ultimately achieve emperorship remained a profound uncertainty.

Given such a precarious situation, wouldn't it be more prudent to seize the Immortal Treasure, forge an Immortal Body, and ensure that her own Sect would be the one to produce a Great Emperor?

Furthermore, she possessed knowledge of certain clandestine affairs—among the rising generation of the Southern Sea Immortal Island, there was indeed one individual endowed with the requisite talent, capable of contending for the Emperor's Path in the future and reaching its ultimate Zenith!

It was precisely this conviction that compelled her to take decisive action.

Although her move might appear spontaneous, in truth, every detail had been meticulously orchestrated long in advance.

Among the contemporaries of Zhuo Rou who had managed to survive until the present day...

Their numbers were exceedingly few.

Zhuo Rou clasped her hands behind her back, her exquisite features adorned with a smile as vibrant as a youthful bloom.

It was indeed difficult to fathom that this seemingly young maiden had already experienced well over a million years of existence.

She alighted gracefully opposite Ye Xuan, her voice a gentle murmur, "Young friend Ye, the contest has yet to commence. You still possess the opportunity to reconsider your stance, you know."

Ye Xuan regarded the venerable ancestor from the Southern Sea Immortal Island, a faint smile gracing his lips. "Regrettably, the chance for you to retract your decision has long since passed."

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Within Daozhou, the region known as the East Desolate.

The Meng Family Estate.

As one of the three preeminent Confucian Families, the Meng Family had consistently maintained its position as the most venerable among the great clans.

Nevertheless, the Meng Family, in contemporary times, existed in a state of semi-seclusion.

Periodically, they would dispatch scholars from their lineage down from their mountain abode, allowing them to sojourn amongst the Mortal Dynasties and employ the Dragon Supporting Skill to lend assistance to these ruling powers.

Once their tutelage reached a satisfactory level, they would subsequently venture into the Cultivation World, utilizing Confucian doctrines to rectify the corrupt and malevolent practices prevalent within it.

This included, for instance, the establishment of Academies and similar institutions.

Particularly during the bygone eras of Primordial and Antiquity, Confucian Academies were a ubiquitous sight across the entirety of the All Heavens and Myriads of Worlds.

It was only at a later period, subsequent to enduring a devastating War of Confucian Extermination, that the Confucian path sustained a catastrophic setback; a great many Confucian Cultivators perished, and their collective strength was severely diminished.

This unfortunate turn of events served as the fundamental rationale for the three great Confucian Families' decision to withdraw from worldly affairs.

The zenith of Confucianism's glory was undeniably the Primordial period.

Towards the conclusion of the Emperor Era, following the cessation of the grand Emperor Battle, Emperor Kong emerged miraculously, establishing the tenets of Confucianism, championing education accessible to all regardless of background, and exerting a profound influence across countless Great Worlds.

Subsequently, Confucianism saw the rise of Emperor Meng, who propelled its teachings to greater heights, fostering the abundant Qi of heaven and earth and firmly cementing Confucianism’s revered status.

Later still, they produced Emperor Xun, who guided Confucianism to its absolute Peak, advocating the principle of harnessing Tian Ming for personal advancement.

These three Confucian Emperors collectively symbolized the ultimate pinnacle of Confucian attainment.

The robust foundation they meticulously laid enabled subsequent generations of Confucian disciples to reap the benefits of their enduring legacy.

At this precise moment.

Occupying the highest vantage point within the Meng Family’s World Academy, three young individuals stood, their gazes intently fixed in the direction of the Emperor Immortal Sect.

Two males comprised the group, accompanied by a single female.

One among them maintained an impeccably upright and dignified posture.

Another, with a book chest slung across his back, perpetually held his eyes in a state of slight narrowing.

The sole young lady, her hands clasped casually behind her back, softly voiced her thoughts, "Young Lord Ye's unparalleled might is proving unstoppable."