Your Talent is Mine Chapter 1153: Palace Master Zhenwu Takes Action!

After a significant interval.

Palace Master Azure Dragon remarked, “Palace Master Zhenwu, should you decide to intervene and succeed in eliminating several Invincible Dao Ancestors, it is possible that a Half-Step Domain Ancestor lurking in the shadows may interfere. Once that happens, maintaining the secrecy of your true identity will be exceptionally difficult!”

“Are you referring to the Half-Step Domain Ancestors of Blackwind Mountain?” Palace Master Zhenwu asked with a furrowed brow.

“Not merely Blackwind Mountain,” Palace Master Azure Dragon clarified. “I have reason to suspect that each of the three Ninth Heaven forces possesses a hidden Half-Step Domain Ancestor. Some of these individuals have remained unseen for eons. Domain Ancestor Vast Sea once mentioned that the three Ninth Heaven forces perpetually maintain concealed power. Even the Realm Master, Domain Ancestor Vast Sea, finds it difficult to monitor the internal affairs of the Ninth Heaven forces.

In reality, I hesitated to authorize the Heavenly Emperor Palace’s plans because I fear the possibility that each of the three Ninth Heaven forces hides a Half-Step Domain Ancestor. If Blackwind Mountain were to possess two additional Half-Step Domain Ancestors, that would bring the total count to five, whereas our Heavenly Emperor Palace only commands three.”

“That is correct; my father indeed verified these claims!” added Palace Master White Tiger.

Palace Master Zhenwu was familiar with these rumors, though he had never fully accepted them.

It was plausible that Blackwind Mountain harbored a Half-Step Domain Ancestor. However, the notion that all three Ninth Heaven forces similarly possessed them? Did they truly believe Half-Step Domain Ancestors were as common as weeds? Of course, it remained a distinct possibility.

“If they legitimately possess such experts, then my intervention might serve as bait to draw them out. Otherwise, these hidden assets within the Ninth Heaven forces remain a persistent danger,” Palace Master Zhenwu reasoned.

“That is a sound strategy. Palace Master Zhenwu, we entrust this matter to you!” Palace Masters Azure Dragon and White Tiger replied in perfect unison.

Meanwhile, in the Fireflame Forbidden Zone, just outside the region containing the Haotian Imperial Mirror, a fierce battle was underway.

Ten Invincible Dao Ancestors were locked in combat.

The group consisted of three rogue Invincible Dao Ancestors, two from the Heavenly Sea Sect, two from the Limitless Sky Sect, two from the Myriad Domains Divine Hall, and a solitary representative from Blackwind Mountain.

The three rogue Invincible Dao Ancestors had formed a temporary pact. Lacking powerful backing, cooperation was their only survival strategy. However, the fact that Blackwind Mountain dispatched only one Invincible Dao Ancestor struck the representatives of the three Ninth Heaven forces as deeply suspicious.

They did not believe for an instant that Blackwind Mountain only possessed one such powerhouse. Throughout their long history, Blackwind Mountain had fostered many legends on par with Dao Ancestor Flowing Fire, such as the Ten Kings; it was statistically certain that more Invincible Dao Ancestors existed within their ranks.

Yet, the absence of Blackwind Mountain’s other fighters was a relief to the others.

Boom! Boom! Boom! The ten Invincible Dao Ancestors clashed ferociously, their collective strikes shattering the surrounding magma and throwing the spatial order into utter disarray.

Regardless of the intensity of their battle, they could not damage the structural integrity of this Forbidden Treasure Land, let alone destroy it. After all, the Invincible Dao Ancestors could not display their true potential here.

As the struggle persisted, Dao Ancestor Flowing Fire suffered significant injuries. He was holding his ground alone while the other fighters frequently targeted him.

Regardless of one’s individual strength, how could one hope to contend against such a multitude of Invincible Dao Ancestors?

“Everyone, this fighting is utterly futile. Besides, whether or not the forbidden mirror actually reveals the path to becoming a Domain Ancestor remains unconfirmed. Are we truly intent on slaughtering each other for such an uncertain prospect?” Dao Ancestor Flowing Fire questioned.

“Cease your babbling, Dao Ancestor Flowing Fire! Do not think such words will win you leniency! If you possess the courage, call forth the other Invincible Dao Ancestors from Blackwind Mountain. Otherwise, you will meet your end today!” roared Dao Ancestor Wushuang from the Limitless Sky Sect.

Dao Ancestor Wushuang had long loathed Dao Ancestor Flowing Fire, who had obstructed his attempts to kill the Fire King earlier. Had it not been for that interference, Wushuang would have already claimed the Forbidden Supreme Treasure! He was now fully committed to Flowing Fire’s destruction.

Dao Ancestor Flowing Fire offered a quiet sigh and remained silent.

It was impossible to summon further reinforcements from Blackwind Mountain. They had strictly limited their deployment to one person, unwilling to risk an unnecessary loss of power.

They suspected this was a massive ruse orchestrated by the Heavenly Emperor Palace. Blackwind Mountain knew that the Heavenly Emperor Palace was goading the major forces into a bloodbath, aiming to use the deaths of True Ancestors and Dao Ancestors to force the Profound Void Ancient Realm to evolve into a Forbidden Realm.

Therefore, they would not expose their true strength or gamble with multiple lives at once. If they fell into the trap, the consequences for Blackwind Mountain would be dire.

As time bled away, the situation for Dao Ancestor Flowing Fire turned increasingly grim, his wounds spiraling out of control.

Suddenly, a figure manifested nearby.

The newcomer wore a mask and a suit of Forbidden Armor that covered them entirely. No identity could be discerned, only an overwhelming aura of Forbidden Rules.

This armor was a rare Forbidden Weapon, a full-body defensive relic. Even the mask functioned as a tool to erase all traces of the wearer’s identity.

Upon this arrival, all ten Invincible Dao Ancestors halted, their expressions shifting instantly.

“A Half-Step Domain Ancestor!”

The group instinctively retreated.

To qualify as a Half-Step Domain Ancestor, one must refine their Forbidden Body to the major accomplishment realm and transform half of their Dao Force into genuine Forbidden Power—a feat far beyond simply possessing Forbidden attributes.

The mysterious figure’s Forbidden Body was clearly at the major accomplishment level, likely 80% refined—well beyond the standard threshold.

Furthermore, their specialized Forbidden equipment amplified their power significantly.

The faint, distinct aura of a Domain Ancestor confirmed the fears of everyone present.

“Who goes there?” demanded Dao Ancestor Wushuang, voice vibrating with caution.

The intruder did not answer, choosing instead to strike without warning.

The speed was absolute! In a heartbeat, the figure’s palm transformed into a Forbidden Hand, rending the very fabric of space.

Splurt! Dao Ancestor Wushuang’s arm was vaporized, and his body was hurled backward by the sheer force of the impact.

“Retreat! It is a Half-Step Domain Ancestor! With that level of aura, they can unleash power equivalent to a Sixth Heaven Dao Ancestor within this realm!” Dao Ancestor Wushuang shrieked, warning his peer from the Limitless Sky Sect.

“Do you honestly believe escape is an option?” Palace Master Zhenwu sneered.

He activated his Forbidden Domain, instantaneously trapping the entire sector.

With a Forbidden Body refined to the major accomplishment realm, Palace Master Zhenwu’s domain was suffocating in its intensity, its binding power making it nearly impossible for the Invincible Dao Ancestors to recover their mobility.

Instead of attacking the Ninth Heaven forces or Flowing Fire, Palace Master Zhenwu focused his attention on the three rogue Invincible Dao Ancestors—a calculated tactical choice.

If he eliminated an expert from the Ninth Heaven, a real Half-Step Domain Ancestor might pursue him immediately. By targeting the rogue cultivators, he could eliminate them efficiently without drawing the immediate ire of the major Sects.

Palace Master Zhenwu intended to make every strike count, and he locked his gaze onto Dao Ancestor Clear River as his first quarry.