The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor Chapter 1840 - 1837: Curtain Falls

"What?!"

The inhabitants of the Liu Family from Red Sun River, already steeped in despair, completely crumbled upon witnessing the arrival of Emperor Lie Tian’s Shadow. A formidable Emperor’s Might descended, compelling everyone to bow their heads in submission.

Even the family elders could only lower their gazes, refraining from any show of disrespect. The Emperor’s Might of Lie Tian felt like an boundless ocean, vast and unending, an pressure no one could endure.

Even Liu Yuanchen, who held the fourteenth position on the Mystic Yellow List, was forced to bow his proud head, his heart consumed by hopelessness. He foresaw that his aspirations on the Emperor Road would likely vanish after this day, unless a monumental opportunity arose to dispel the shadow plaguing his heart. However, such inner demons are notoriously difficult to overcome.

Across countless ages, numerous peak powerhouses attained the Quasi-Emperor realm, only to perish in despair due to heart demons manifesting at the precipice of their ascent.

Emperor Lie Tian’s Shadow paid no mind to the ’ants’ prostrating before it. Instead, it extended a colossal hand.

Instantly, the dormant Red Sun River began to surge once more.

"Hmm?!"

Upon witnessing this spectacle, the elders of the Liu Family sensed impending doom. As anticipated, the Red Sun Emperor Saber, which lay dormant beneath the Red Sun River, vibrated and abruptly shot forth, ascending into the grasp of Emperor Lie Tian.

Emperor Lie Tian’s Shadow now held a sword in one hand and the Red Sun Emperor Saber in the other. This Great Emperor Immortal Weapon, though not originally belonging to Emperor Lie Tian, appeared remarkably ’compliant’ in his grip.

Yet, this very scene plunged the Liu Family into even deeper despair.

"To seize a Great Emperor Immortal Weapon from your Liu Family—do you submit?" At the same moment, Ye Xuan’s voice echoed above the Liu Family, chillingly indifferent.

Hearing his words, the members of the Liu Family seethed with rage, their teeth clenched tightly. However, not a single soul dared to utter a word of defiance.

Finally, a trembling elder from the Liu Family spoke, his voice heavy with resignation, "We, the Liu Family of Red Sun River, concede!"

The utterance seemed to sap the elder’s remaining strength. He slumped to the ground, visibly aged in an instant, murmuring apologies to his ancestors. The Red Sun Emperor Saber, a Great Emperor Immortal Weapon bequeathed by the Liu Family’s progenitor, the Red Sun Great Emperor, had been taken. It was an immense humiliation.

But what recourse did they have? In this world, the less powerful could only bow their heads!

Yet… they didn’t feel inherently weaker.

The true culprit, they believed, was this accursed Heavenly Dao Suppression! Were it not for this suppression, what was a declining Emperor Immortal Sect but an ant, ready to be crushed at any moment? How could it possibly bring them to such a desperate state!

These unspoken accusations could only be screamed within their hearts; to voice them aloud would invite utter ruin. The Emperor Immortal Sect now stood at its zenith. Any provocation would be suicidal!

"Do you believe the Heavenly Dao Suppression impedes your abilities?" At this juncture, Ye Xuan’s voice resounded once more, laced with discernible mockery.

With a single sentence, Ye Xuan laid bare the Liu Family’s innermost thoughts, causing their hearts to tremble uncontrollably. No one dared to respond to his pointed question.

Ye Xuan continued, "Rest assured, the Emperor Immortal Sect is situated atop Zhongxuan Mountain. Should you harbor any dissatisfaction, you may seek recourse once the Heavenly Dao Suppression is lifted."

What constitutes audacious arrogance? This was it! The Liu Family of Red Sun River, despite being a Longevity Family with profound roots, would witness the emergence of numerous powerful cultivators once the Heavenly Dao Suppression dissipated. At that time, their true splendor as a Longevity Family would be revealed.

Yet, Ye Xuan’s words demonstrated a complete lack of regard. Such unbridled arrogance! Such overwhelming dominance! What gnawed most at the Liu Family, however, was the terrifying realization that even with this knowledge, they dared not utter a syllable.

If they dared provoke Ye Xuan into acting against the Liu Family now, it would spell their absolute ruin. They would even forfeit their chance for future retribution. There is an old adage that a gentleman’s revenge may wait ten years.

For cultivators, especially those of supreme caliber, a decade passes in the blink of an eye. Moreover, the complete lifting of the Heavenly Dao Suppression is merely a few sevens away, not a full ten years! They would undoubtedly reclaim all that was lost today!

"A pity; had any of you dared to utter a single word, perhaps I, Ye Xuan, might have shown you some measure of respect. But as it stands, the Liu Family is much like your ancestor, Liu Quan."

Seeing their continued silence, Ye Xuan spoke at his leisure. This declaration was a profound insult to the entire Liu Family, even dragging their ancestor, the Red Sun Great Emperor Liu Quan, into the taunt.

Upon hearing this, many within the Liu Family's ranks felt a surge of anger, yet they dared not retaliate. They had been strictly warned by their elders to endure whatever Ye Xuan uttered that day, awaiting the opportune moment when the Heavenly Dao Suppression would be lifted. That moment, they believed, would be when their vengeance could finally be exacted!

However, not everyone possessed such forbearance.

Amidst the gathered crowd, Liu Yuanchen, consumed by a boiling rage, found his capacity for restraint pushed to its absolute limit. He felt an overwhelming conviction that if he did not speak out now, his life would be marred by eternal regret!

With this resolute determination, Liu Yuanchen proclaimed, "Ye Xuan, I am Liu Yuanchen of the Liu Family, holding the fourteenth position on the Mystic Yellow List. I am fully aware of the immense chidiv between myself and you, the undisputed strongest Reserve Emperor of Mystic Yellow. However, today you have deeply insulted my family and my revered ancestors. I, Liu Yuanchen, swear upon the Emperor Road itself, to engage in a battle of life and death with you!"

Ye Xuan, upon hearing this challenge, erupted into laughter. Far from being angered, he found the situation rather amusing. He chuckled, remarking, "In such a prominent Longevity Family, it seems there is but a single junior possessing genuine courage. Is that not a rather comical state of affairs?"

Liu Yuanchen's expression turned grim. "You may revel in your arrogance today, but one must always leave a path open. Do not push your luck too far!"

Ye Xuan gave a sly smile. "If I were to leave no path open, do you truly believe you would even possess the standing to remain here and converse with me?"

Liu Yuanchen found himself momentarily rendered speechless.

Perhaps... that was indeed the truth of the matter.

Putting an end to his mockery of the Red Sun River Liu Family, Ye Xuan ceased the overt display of his power, lowering the hand that wielded the formidable War God Banner.

At that precise instant, the Shadow of Emperor Lie Tian made its return, reclaiming the Red Sun Emperor Saber—the Liu Family's potent Great Emperor Immortal Weapon—and escorting it back to the sanctity of Zhongxuan Mountain!

Amidst the resounding cheers erupting from the Emperor Immortal Sect, this intense confrontation drew to its conclusion.

Ye Xuan's final act of defiance towards the Liu Family resonated deeply and brought immense satisfaction to the members of the Emperor Immortal Sect.

As Zhu Xiaofei aptly put it: 'I cannot tolerate these individuals. They clearly initiated the conflict, only to cunningly portray themselves as the aggrieved party. It is truly nauseating to witness.'

This day was undeniably the most glorious in the ninety-thousand-year history of the Emperor Immortal Sect.

The triumph even surpassed the magnitude of their victory when they reclaimed Zhongxuan Mountain from the clutches of the Fierce Sun Heavenly Sect!

Among those who felt a measure of relief were the inhabitants of Hua Tian Prefecture.

Once the unfortunate recipients of misfortune, they now found themselves in the company of the Liu Family from Red Sun River, sharing a similar fate.

Thus, the so-called contest for the Immortal Treasure officially came to an end.

In retrospect, the various participating forces acted unwittingly, paving the path to their own doom.

However, this ultimate outcome was something that many ancient and powerful factions had foreseen.

These included venerable entities such as the Immortal King Hall, the Supreme Pavilion, the Sword Tomb, the Sun Swallowing Sect, the Dragon Burying Court, and the Kunlun Ruins, among others.