The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor Chapter 1825 - 1822: Bring It On Together

"In that case, you can all scram. Don’t even think about the Immortal Treasure."

Ye Xuan frowned and spoke.

These pronouncements were intentionally made to provoke the assembled crowd.

Naturally, their primary objective was the Immortal Treasure, and they wouldn’t easily abandon their pursuit.

The demise of a single Zhuo Rou was insufficient to frighten them; instead, it merely fueled their strategic considerations.

They were reluctant to make the first move, as even in victory, they would still face the avarice of others, potentially leading to a brutal conflict.

This apprehension accounted for their hesitation to advance.

"Ahem, young friend, perhaps we could alter the method of our confrontation?"

Observing the lack of volunteers, Old Demon Chu voiced his suggestion.

"What, are you perhaps fearing death?" Ye Xuan inquired with a hint of amusement.

"Indeed, I fear death," Old Demon Chu readily admitted with a smile. "After all, we are all gathered for the Immortal Treasure. We desire a peaceful resolution, avoiding conflict. How about we engage in a duel that is both engaging and devoid of risk?"

"Old Demon Chu, if you’re frightened, then be on your way. I’ve already initiated the Ancient Battlefield, yet you speak of such matters,"

At this juncture, Hong Ba of the Emperor Immortal Sect interjected, his tone sharp and cold.

Old Demon Chu’s smile faded as he responded placidly, "I am merely considering your well-being, Ye Xuan. There is no need to be so intractable."

"How about this: since you are all apprehensive, come at me together. I do not mind,"

Ye Xuan declared, his words striking astonishment into the hearts of all present.

"What!?"

Not only Old Demon Chu and his companions but also the members of the Emperor Immortal Sect and the numerous reinforcements were utterly flabbergasted.

Together!?

The notion was preposterous. Even if each Sect sent but a single representative, that would constitute over thirty individuals, each a Great Sage of Invincibility.

A combined force of over thirty Invincible Great Sages was a power that no one could possibly contend against.

"Young Master Ye, are you jesting?"

Old Demon Chu directed a questioning gaze at Ye Xuan, his expression one of profound perplexity.

Wuxiangzi, Ben Lei Daoist, and the others were equally dumbfounded.

Ye Xuan’s audacious statement had indeed left them in a state of disbelief.

Could it be that his recent triumph over Zhuo Rou had led him to believe he could defy everyone else?

It was crucially important to remember that every individual present was already renowned throughout the world.

Should they unite their strength, a single coordinated strike could undoubtedly bring Ye Xuan to his knees!

"Do I appear to be joking?"

Ye Xuan offered a slight, enigmatic smile.

"Ye Xuan!"

Hong Ba and the others hastened to dissuade him, their pleas urgent.

Zhou Zihuang, alongside the three ancestors and other prominent figures, also voiced their attempts to halt Ye Xuan’s reckless course.

Yet, despite the chorus of dissuasion, Ye Xuan remained resolutely unswayed.

"Youwei, endeavor to persuade him."

Zhou Zihuang approached Zhou Youwei, speaking in a low tone. "At this juncture, I believe only you possess the ability to make him reconsider."

Zhou Youwei subtly inclined her head, replying, "No one can persuade him, nor is there any necessity for it."

"Why do you say that?"

Zhou Zihuang expressed his bewilderment.

Zhou Youwei offered a faint smile and stated, "Because... that is not my husband’s true form."

Zhou Zihuang’s initial reaction was shock, followed by his voiced concern, "But if his true self cannot return in time, and this avatar is destroyed, those individuals will undoubtedly seize the opportunity!"

He perceived that these factions would not rest until they had secured the Immortal Treasure.

"They had best possess the might to achieve such a feat,"

Zhou Youwei murmured softly. "Even if my husband’s avatar perishes, I remain."

Zhou Zihuang felt a throbbing headache begin to form at his daughter’s declaration.

He found himself at a loss when it came to understanding his own daughters.

This applied to both his elder daughter and the younger one.

The eldest often remained away, her activities unknown, her strength an enigma.

The younger, despite her sightless eyes, journeyed about, claiming to be gaining enlightenment from the natural world.

Sigh.

Zhou Zihuang felt profoundly inadequate as a father.

However, given Zhou Youwei’s assertion, Zhou Zihuang understood that any further attempts at persuasion would be futile.

He could only observe the unfolding events.

Meanwhile, on the other side, witnessing Ye Xuan’s unwavering resolve despite numerous attempts at dissuasion, Old Demon Chu and the others found a surge of inspiration.

"Young friend, it is truly unfair for so many of us to face you collectively."

Old Demon Chu offered this preamble, feigning consideration.

Ye Xuan promptly retorted, "If it is unfair, then you should come at me alone first."

Old Demon Chu's lips twitched slightly: "..."

What was the point of his polite gesture?

Old Demon Chu cleared his throat twice to mask his discomfiture and declared, "Then, let us follow the young friend's suggestion and attack together."

Ye Xuan regarded Old Demon Chu with a trace of disdain. "If you intend to attack, then proceed. Why all this preamble?"

Upon hearing this, Old Demon Chu’s eyes narrowed, a cold glint flashing within them. He ceased his attention on Ye Xuan and surveyed the surrounding crowd, inquiring, "Which of my fellow Daoists is willing to join me in this endeavor?"

A profound silence descended upon the entire arena.

For a moment, Old Demon Chu found himself hanging in the balance.

Damn it all, they were making things unnecessarily difficult for him!

Old Demon Chu's gaze slowly turned grim, and he declared coldly, "If that's the case, if anyone dares to compete for the Immortal Treasure later, don't blame my Blood Demon Sky Sect for showing no mercy."

This clearly conveyed his stance.

However, among those present, few truly feared the Blood Demon Sky Sect.

Xu Chunlei, the Left Envoy of the Purple Cloud Demon Sect residing in Heavenly State, stepped forward, approaching Ye Xuan, and stated, "Young friend Ye, I am Xu Chunlei, Left Envoy of the Purple Cloud Demon Sect, here to seek guidance."

Noticing someone stepping up, Old Demon Chu's expression softened slightly, and he followed suit.

"Shi Pojun of Qingtian Divine Sect, also here to seek guidance."

Another middle-aged man, who had remained silent until now, brimming with vigor and vitality, emerged and announced himself.

"Liu Changqing of the Liu Family."

Liu Changqing also stepped out.

Following this, one ancient powerhouse after another presented themselves.

The other influential figures who accompanied them, provided they lacked the strength of a Supreme Great Sage or Invincible Great Sage, prudently stood back.

This was to avoid being inadvertently slain amidst the ensuing conflict.

Even so, a total of forty-three individuals stepped forward.

Ye Xuan alone was positioned against forty-three ancient powerhouses, each possessing the might of Invincible Great Sages and Supreme Great Sages.

Such a standoff, in the eyes of any observer, seemed utterly insurmountable.

Yet, Ye Xuan's smile widened, finally erupting into a hearty laugh, "I knew you shameless lot would show up; bring it on, all of you together!"

Despite Ye Xuan's provocative words, Old Demon Chu and the others remained unfazed.

Having lived for extended periods, they were naturally not easily provoked to murderous rage by Ye Xuan's taunts.

At their advanced age, they possessed a clearer understanding of their standing and how to maximize their gains.

That was their primary objective.

As for personal animosities, they held them in little regard.

Otherwise, they would not have stooped to troubling a mere youth.

Prior to their arrival, they had already cast aside any pretense of dignity.

When weighed against the significance of the Immortal Treasure, what value did personal pride truly hold?

Just like Zhuo Rou, who also disregarded such matters, why else would she have faced Ye Xuan as an ally of the Emperor Immortal Sect in the initial confrontation, aiming to secure an advantage in the pursuit of the Immortal Treasure?

Of course, the outcome was tragic; she met a miserable end.

She became a stepping stone for Ye Xuan.

Currently, the entire Xuanhuang Great World was aware that Ancestor Zhuo Rou from the Southern Sea Immortal Island had perished at Ye Xuan's hands.

Now, it was Ye Xuan, standing alone, confronting the supreme powerhouses from every corner of the Xuanhuang Great World!

The climactic battle was on the cusp of ignition.

Concurrently, Ye Xuan's true self was also nearing the completion of refining the World Tree.