The Supreme Martial King Shocking All Realms Chapter 3495 - 3490: Peeking into the Dodao Period_1

The Xuanyang Palace Master, unaware of his senior brother's true motives, found himself compelled to obey. Gritting his teeth, he addressed Yang Chen: "Back then, I conspired against you alongside Ling Bie. However, my involvement was merely offering advice from the sidelines, and I have since come to regret it. I know these words are meaningless now, but I implore you to spare my life. For that, I am willing to pay any price you desire."

Upon hearing the Palace Master's plea, Yang Chen finally grasped the intentions of the Nine Sect Founder.

It appeared the Nine Sect Founder wished for the Xuanyang Palace Master to beg for mercy, but in reality, he was subtly hinting that Yang Chen should show leniency for the founder's sake.

However, such indirect approaches were typically reserved for interactions between equals. For Yang Chen, even without this veiled suggestion from the Nine Sect Founder, what else could he say?

Unable to fathom the Nine Sect Founder's ultimate plan, Yang Chen responded, "You harbored ill intentions towards me, and you ought to be punished accordingly. Nevertheless, since you did not directly act against me, I will overlook formal punishment. As for the rest, let us see how the Nine Sect Founder deems it appropriate to proceed."

A wave of relief washed over the Xuanyang Palace Master, who dared not entertain any thoughts of defying Yang Chen.

The Nine Sect Founder then addressed him, "Xuanyang, have you not yet expressed your gratitude to Yang Chen?"

"Thank you, Yang Chen, my friend," the Xuanyang Palace Master uttered, struggling to believe he had to beg for mercy and extend thanks to someone in the Heaven-appointed Realm like Yang Chen.

Moreover, the situation was far from simple.

The Nine Sect Founder's tone grew solemn. "Xuanyang, upon your return, you will be confined for a million years. During this extensive period, you are forbidden from leaving Taiyuan Palace without my explicit permission. Should you disobey, the punishment stipulated by the Earth Spirit Hall will still be enforced. Consider this carefully."

The Xuanyang Palace Master trembled with apprehension. A million years of confinement was a severe decree.

At this juncture, he could only gratefully accept the Nine Sect Founder's judgment and declare, "Thank you, senior brother, for your magnanimity."

"Very well, let us consider this matter resolved for the time being, Brother Yang Chen. You have no objections, do you?" the Nine Sect Founder inquired.

Yang Chen offered a nod. Given the profound respect shown by the Nine Sect Founder, there was little more he could add.

"Junior has no objections," Yang Chen replied.

The Nine Sect Founder finally shifted the conversation's focus. "Presently, the state of the Human Race—no, more accurately, the entirety of the Universe Starry Sky—is precarious. I do not wish for any internal strife among humans at this critical juncture. Should any arise, I, this old one, will absolutely not let it pass without severe consequence. This directive applies to everyone present. If anyone dares to challenge the authority of the Earth Spirit Hall, I shall not hesitate to act."

Upon hearing this, Yang Chen's curiosity intensified regarding the unfolding events. What he had previously heard from Ye Shan Dao Ancestor hinted that significant developments were imminent.

"Nine Sect Founder, what has transpired?" inquired Ancestor White Eyebrow of the Divine Night Sect, who had accompanied Yang Chen.

"It is a lengthy tale. Allow me to begin from the outset. In the Netherworld, a Ghost Ancestor has already emerged, one who is highly likely to have reached the Dodao Period," the Nine Sect Founder revealed.

Yang Chen was taken aback. "Dodao Period? The Netherworld? Could it be Yan?"

"You are aware of Yan as well, Brother Yang Chen? Indeed, it appears that it is most likely him at this moment," the Nine Sect Founder stated calmly.

"If Yan attains the Dodao Period, will that not shatter the current equilibrium of power among the five major factions?" Princess Wenqi exclaimed in shock.

The Nine Sect Founder nodded. "Precisely. While it has not yet been definitively confirmed to be Yan, the likelihood is substantial. Regardless, we must now prevent his progression into the Dodao Period."

"Prevent?" a Daozu queried, a look of confusion on his face.

The Nine Sect Founder affirmed, "Many of you may be unaware that for an expert in the Dao Creator Realm to ascend to the Dodao Period is not an instantaneous process. Prior to this advancement, the universe itself will exhibit precursor signs and changes. Following these manifestations, it may still require a considerable span of time for a Dao Creator Realm expert to successfully enter the Dodao Period—a duration that could even extend for a lifetime."

"So, you suggest that Yan might not necessarily succeed in entering the Dodao Period?" inquired several powerful individuals.

"That is correct. However, even if he fails to reach the Dodao Period, his current cultivation realm already surpasses all of us Dao Creator Realm experts. Should he truly enter the Dodao Period, the ramifications would be terrifying... Therefore, under all circumstances, we must thwart him. The crucial objective is to unite our forces and eliminate him."

"For the past decade, our Earth Spirit Hall has been relentlessly assaulting the Netherworld, aiming to thwart Yan's progression into the Dodao Period. This struggle isn't confined to our Human Race; various other races have joined our cause."

The assembled powerhouses drew in sharp breaths, the gravity of the unfolding situation settling upon them.

"It's no wonder the Spirit God Race withdrew so readily from Bi Shuangxing this time. They've been engaged in a decade-long conflict, and now this significant event erupts in the Netherworld."

The influential figures of the Taiyuan Star System received this revelation with evident understanding.

Then, a Daozu from Heavenly Melody Mountain inquired with curiosity, "Nine Sect Founder, should Yan truly ascend to the Heavenly Extreme Realm Later Stage, what would be the repercussions?"

Nine Sect Founder's brow furrowed. "You are all aware, are you not, that I myself am an expert at the Heavenly Extreme Realm Mid-Stage?"

The other powerhouses had no recourse but to acknowledge the undeniable might of Nine Sect Founder.

"If Nine Sect Founder were to intervene, none of us here would stand a chance against you..."

"We can only stand in awe of Nine Sect Founder's authority."

A pervasive sense of inadequacy washed over these formidable individuals.

Nine Sect Founder stated, "Indeed, at my current cultivation level, should I choose to act, I would not fear confronting all of you simultaneously. While I may not achieve absolute victory, I could certainly extricate myself without harm. If Yan were to reach the Heavenly Extreme Realm Later Stage, then even if all of us Dao Creator Realm experts united, our efforts would prove futile."

"Why does Nine Sect Founder not seek assistance from other Dao Creator Realm experts belonging to different races?" posed one of the powerful figures.

Nine Sect Founder simply shook his head. "Do you believe I haven't attempted this? However, Yan is merely on the precipice of the Dodao Realm; he has not yet entered it."

"So, these Dao Creator Realm experts possess a method to contend with him?"

Nine Sect Founder elaborated, "It isn't that they lack the possibility of victory, but rather that the odds of success diminish significantly should they face him individually."

"Then why not combine your forces..." a Daozu questioned, a hint of bewilderment in his voice.

"It stems from pride," Nine Sect Founder replied, shaking his head. "Each of these Dao Creator Realm experts has spent countless years in cultivation, reaching the absolute pinnacle of existence. How could they possibly unite to confront a single individual? Especially Ye Xiu—his pride is boundless; he would never consent to such an arrangement."