The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor Chapter 1834 - 1831: Invincible Emperor Soul

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While Chu Laomo gives an ultimatum, several experts decide to surrender to Ye Xuan. Xu Chunlei of the Purple Cloud Demon Sect unexpectedly leads his sect in submission, followed by members of the Blood Demon Sky Sect. Blood Slaughter True Person feigns submission but attempts a surprise attack on Ye Xuan, only for his Life Artifact to be easily destroyed before Chu Laomo executes him. Brahma Sea True Person intervenes to save Blood Slaughter True Person's soul, and the two decide to join forces against Ye Xuan.

Ye Xuan casually cast a glance at the Left Envoy of the Purple Cloud Demon Sect, inquiring with a light tone, "What, are you also considering a try?"

These words caused Xu Chunlei's eyes to narrow slightly.

However, in a short while, Xu Chunlei clasped his hands towards Ye Xuan and stated, "Young Master, you've made a misunderstanding."

After uttering this, Xu Chunlei opened up his Sea of Consciousness.

This was because Xu Chunlei already understood that he had no prospect of making a move.

At that precise moment, his thoughts aligned with those of Blood Slaughter True Person.

Yet, he possessed greater patience than Blood Slaughter True Person.

Xu Chunlei had, from the very outset, anticipated that someone like Blood Slaughter True Person would inevitably step forward to launch such an assault.

Should that strike pose any significant threat to Ye Xuan, Xu Chunlei would have followed suit without a moment's hesitation.

But, as it transpired, the attack from Blood Slaughter True Person moments ago proved entirely futile. It couldn't even penetrate Ye Xuan's defenses, and Ye Xuan retaliated by shattering his Life Artifact.

With this outcome established, Xu Chunlei recognized that no further opportunities would arise.

Since no openings existed, there was no necessity to take action.

Therefore, opting for submission presented the most advantageous course of action.

As for the reason why he didn't join forces with others?

Xu Chunlei had indeed observed a crucial detail.

That detail was the submission of Chu the Old Demon.

Prior to his arrival, he had thoroughly familiarized himself with the character of Chu the Old Demon. Known for his ruthlessness and utter lack of scruples, he was a formidable powerhouse of the Demon Path.

However, he also harbored a nature of immense pride, making him unlikely to submit readily.

Consequently, the fact that he could be killed in an instant suggested that something else had been overlooked.

Xu Chunlei contemplated deeply, suspecting that Ye Xuan possessed undisclosed methods capable of instantly dispatching Chu the Old Demon.

Otherwise, given Chu the Old Demon's temperament, he would never have submitted so compliantly.

This very point further affirmed that Ye Xuan wielded sufficient power to eliminate him instantly.

Given this deduction, was there any point in resisting?

It was far wiser to submit directly, align with the Emperor Immortal Sect, and await a rescue attempt from the Sect's forces; this was the most circumspect strategy.

These were the conclusions Xu Chunlei reached within mere seconds.

Undeniably, none of the individuals present were simple adversaries.

They all possessed remarkably astute minds.

Observing Xu Chunlei's sensible decision, Ye Xuan wasted no further time and proceeded to apply the Soul Seal.

Upon its application, Ye Xuan could ascertain Xu Chunlei's recent thoughts, which closely mirrored his own suppositions.

While these individuals were busy strategizing against Ye Xuan, he, in turn, was naturally dissecting the mental processes of everyone gathered.

Whether it was the intentions of Blood Slaughter True Person or Xu Chunlei's calculations, he had them all clearly deciphered.

And indeed, his assessments proved accurate.

Subsequently, Ye Xuan systematically bestowed Soul Seals upon the other powerful figures from both the Purple Cloud Demon Sect and the Blood Demon Sky Sect.

In the span of a fleeting moment, all these formidable individuals were transformed into Ye Xuan's subordinates.

"Young Master, you see..."

Chu the Old Demon approached Ye Xuan's side, his voice lowered.

The stipulated time limit of three breaths had long since passed.

Yet, no one else had chosen to submit, standing united, clearly intending to confront Ye Xuan.

For them, surrender was an absolute impossibility!

They would rather embrace death.

Ye Xuan picked up the Snow Nourishing Sword Gourd, took another draft of potent wine, then set it down, emitting a burp as he inquired, "Have all of you made your final choices?"

"Young Master Ye, we implore you to reconsider your actions."

Ancestor Wuxiangzi of the Feather Mountain Ancient Sect, his countenance perpetually veiled, his voice emanating a misty and indistinct quality, seemed to speak from an unseen location.

"Young Master Ye, do you truly intend to make enemies of every one of us?" Liu Changqing, an Elder from the Liu Family of Hong State, also posed his question with a heavy tone.

"How utterly preposterous! It is clearly you who have come to pilfer Young Master Ye's possessions, and now you speak such words. Liu Changqing, it appears you have lived in vain all these years!"

Hong Ba scoffed, pointing directly at Liu Changqing.

"Precisely, precisely!"

Zhu Xiaofei and the others vociferously denounced Liu Changqing and his cohort for their shamelessness, branding them as no better than beasts.

The disciples of the Emperor Immortal Sect were quite accustomed to Zhu Xiaofei's unrestrained tongue.

With the backing of Ye Xuan and Hong Ba, Zhu Xiaofei's insults became as venomous as could be, even going so far as to wish that Liu Changqing and the others would give birth to offspring devoid of anuses.

Even with their formidable Qi Cultivation Techniques, being pointed at and cursed by what they perceived as an ant left Liu Changqing and the others infuriated.

However, they also understood that to resolve this confrontation, defeating Ye Xuan was paramount!

Thus, the collective focus of all present remained fixed upon Ye Xuan.

"Since you have all steadfastly made your choices, I shall honor my word."

Ye Xuan offered a faint smile.

In that instant, Liu Changqing, Wuxiangzi, Fan Hai Zhenren, and the others all adopted the demeanor of facing an overwhelming foe.

Ye Xuan's power had already been unequivocally demonstrated moments prior, radiating an intensity that instilled profound despair.

Under this Heavenly Dao's suppression, a faint sign suggested he was the first.

Facing such an overwhelming presence, even they felt a distinct pressure.

"Hmm?!"

At this precise moment, Xing Yi, the Marquess of Xuanzhou hailing from the Heavenly Thunder Dynasty and commanding the vast Heavenly Thunder Army, sensed a deadly crisis engulfing him.

Immediately, Xing Yi witnessed peerless powerhouses around him collapsing onto the ground, one after another.

Before Xing Yi could even process what was happening, he felt his Sea of Consciousness violently shake, akin to the initial clap of thunder amidst primordial chaos, instantly plunging him into unconsciousness.

In an instant, they were dead beyond any possibility of return.

Xing Yi slumped limply onto the ground, his body falling completely.

Concurrently, all others, including the venerable old monk Liuyun from Gushan Temple, Ancestor Shi Pojun of the Qingtian Divine Sect, Ancestor Moyezi of the Supreme Eight Diagrams Sect, and Ancestor Benlei Daoren of the Taiyi School located in Heavenly State, all fell similarly to the ground.

"Damn it!"

Fan Hai Zhenren, Blood Slaughter Zhenren, and Wuxiangzi, observing the dire turn of events, attempted to retreat.

However, mid-flight, they too collapsed onto the ground.

Everyone.

Those who did not yield to the pressure were all now lying on the ground.

Not a single one stirred.

Initially vocal in his complaints, Zhu Xiaofei witnessed this spectacle and his eyes widened in sheer disbelief, exclaiming, "What in the world is happening? Is my mouth that powerful? Did I actually curse them all to death?!"

The onlookers were left speechless by his remark.

Did he truly possess such power?

Yet, the current situation was undeniably staggering.

Had all these formidable individuals perished?

This was utterly bizarre.

How could they have died so inexplicably?

Not only them, but even Tong Wuji watched the unfolding scene with considerable surprise.

What profound method had Emperor Ye employed?

It was completely unseen and unheard of.

Within the gathered crowd, perhaps only Zhou Youwei grasped the true nature of what had transpired.

Firstly, Zhou Youwei herself possessed the profound knowledge of the Hong Yao Immortal Emperor, and secondly, she had previously witnessed similar events on more than one occasion.

This, undoubtedly, was Ye Xuan's ultimate trump card.

The Invincible Emperor Soul!

Whoever dared to oppose would be annihilated!

It was just that overwhelmingly potent.

"My heavens..."

The scene left Chu the Old Demon and Xu Chunlei immensely astonished, and at this very moment, they felt profoundly grateful for having made the correct choice.

Xu Chunlei finally comprehended the sheer terrifying magnitude of the power that had previously filled Chu the Old Demon with utter despair.

Young Master Ye Xuan was indeed terrifying!

"A pile of insignificant rubble, practically courting death."

At this instant, a tall, white-haired old man materialized out of thin air beside Ye Xuan, carrying a small, palm-sized girl dressed in black upon his shoulder.

"Master, this old servant shall proceed to gather the spoils for you!"

This was none other than the Qiankun Ancestor, who had resumed his human form, beaming with a wide smile.