They’re in cahoots!
At this moment, Jiang Ni finally understood!
The two before him were clearly working together. This realization made the actions of the Dao God perfectly explainable!
Hearing Jiang Ni’s words, the Dao God cast him a cold glance but offered no explanation.
Jiang Ni fixed his icy gaze on her. “How interesting. The mighty Dao God, rebelling alongside an outsider. Aren’t you afraid your master will crush you?”
The Dao God pointed to her head. “Old man, a brain is a wonderful thing. I hope you have one!”
With that, she turned to leave.
Ye Xuan suddenly called out, “Miss Dao God, wait!”
She turned to look at him. “I can’t kill him!”
Ye Xuan glanced at Jiang Ni. “Miss Dao God misunderstands. Someone like him… I don’t even take him seriously!”
The crowd: “…”
Jiang Ni laughed in fury. “Such arrogance! Ye Xuan, do you think reaching the Order Realm makes you invincible? Let me tell you, I’ve killed countless Order Realm cultivators—tens of thousands, if not more! Who do you think you are?”
Ye Xuan sized him up, then smiled. “You’re just a soul now. How about… I give you three days to restore your physical body, and we fight fairly? Otherwise, people might say I, Ye Xuan, took advantage of your weakness!”
Jiang Ni sneered. “To fight you, do I need a body?”
Ye Xuan nodded slightly. “Then I’ll make my move. This sword… might be a bit strong. Be careful!”
At that moment, the Small Pagoda suddenly spoke. “Young Master, why so talkative now? This isn’t your old style. Back then, wouldn’t you strike when they’re down?”
Ye Xuan chuckled inwardly. “Trying a new way to show off, got it?”
The Small Pagoda paused, then said, “You’re better than your master!”
In the distance, Jiang Ni snapped coldly, “Ye Xuan, if you’re going to act, do it. Enough nonsense!”
Ye Xuan nodded. Suddenly, he turned into a blur and vanished.
Buzz!
A sword’s hum pierced the sky, shattering the starry expanse into a spiderweb-like pattern, utterly terrifying!
This strike carried seventy percent of his strength!
Human Sword Intent combined with physical power!
He hadn’t even tapped into his bloodline power yet.
The moment Ye Xuan’s sword struck, Jiang Ni’s pupils shrank, his heart gripped by horror.
He’d been careless—gravely so!
Not just Jiang Ni—everyone’s expressions shifted!
Even the Dao God stared at Ye Xuan, her shock beyond words. The power of this sword far surpassed that of an Ancient Dao Realm expert!
Nearby, Bi Yao’s eyes narrowed. Ye Xuan’s strike was undeniably terrifying!
A sword cultivator!
At this moment, Ye Xuan exuded an invincible aura, as if one sword could shatter all laws and reign supreme!
Though shaken, Jiang Ni didn’t sit idle. This time, he chose to defend. Going head-on would mean certain death, as he was only a soul now!
Under everyone’s gaze, Jiang Ni clasped his hands before his chest, chanting ancient, mysterious incantations. Soon, a surge of terrifying soul energy poured from him, forming a soul shield in front. For extra measure, he infused it with countless strands of Past Power.
Then, Ye Xuan’s sword arrived.
Rip!
Before everyone’s eyes, his sword sliced through the shield like it was tofu, driving straight into Jiang Ni’s brow!
Rip!
The scene fell deathly silent.
Dead!
An Ancient Dao Realm powerhouse, gone just like that!
Before Jiang Ni, Ye Xuan stood calmly, right hand behind his back, poised and scholarly.
All eyes were on him.
Jiang Ni looked at Ye Xuan in a daze. “You… how…”
Ye Xuan cut in, “Save your words for your next life!”
With a turn, the Qingxuan Sword absorbed Jiang Ni’s soul, then soared into the sky, tracing a graceful arc before landing perfectly in Ye Xuan’s waiting hand.
The crowd: “…”
Ye Xuan approached the Dao God, who eyed him warily.
Though Jiang Ni was just a soul, his realm was undeniable—no mere Order Realm cultivator could kill him!
Yet Ye Xuan had done so, effortlessly. This meant he now had the strength to slay Ancient Dao Realm experts!
Ye Xuan smiled faintly. “Miss Dao God, thank you for earlier!”
She paused, then said, “No need for thanks.”
Ye Xuan continued, “I have one more presumptuous request.”
She looked at him. “For the Ancient God Clan?”
Ye Xuan nodded. “Yes.”
The Dao God shook her head slightly. “I’m powerless regarding the Ancient God Clan. My master placed the seal here, and I can’t break it.”
Ye Xuan said softly, “I see.”
He looked at her. “What’s the Dao Sect’s stance on the Past Sect?”
Her voice grew heavy. “They come from the past, severely disrupting order. Naturally, we won’t tolerate them. But this sect is complex, and with my master absent, I need to consult with the Dao Sect’s leaders.”
Ye Xuan asked, “Can you tell me about the Past Sect?”
She shook her head. “I don’t know much. They exist in the past, in a very special temporal realm. Beyond that, I know little.”
Glancing at Ye Xuan, she added, “If you want to know more, I suggest letting your sister take you for a visit.”
Ye Xuan: “…”
The Small Pagoda chimed in, “This woman’s no good! Shady as hell!”
Ye Xuan laughed. “Regardless, I’ll remember your help today, Miss Dao God.”
She asked, “Really?”
He nodded.
Looking at him, she said, “No need to remember it. You can repay me now.”
Ye Xuan fell silent.
That was too hasty!
She asked, “Is that a problem?”
He smiled. “Of course not. How can I assist you, Miss Dao God?”
“When my master left, she placed a box somewhere. No one has opened it. I’d like you to try.”
Ye Xuan was surprised. “A box?”
She nodded. “Yes.”
“Even you can’t open it. I’m afraid I…”
She cut in, “Your sister… I mean, you have a lot of influence. My master would likely give you face.”
Ye Xuan gave her a look, saying nothing, letting his expression speak.
She pressed, “If it’s too much trouble, forget it!”
Her voice was deliberately loud.
Ye Xuan laughed. “Not at all. I’m willing to try with you, though I can’t guarantee I’ll open it.”
She nodded slightly. “No matter. If you can’t, we’ll keep this favor on the books for later.”
Ye Xuan was speechless.
At that moment, Bi Yao approached. Ye Xuan turned to her, smiling. “Miss Bi Yao, don’t worry. I’ll keep my promise.”
She said sincerely, “Thank you!”
Ye Xuan looked up, opening his palm. The Qingxuan Sword shot into the sky.
A sword light flashed across the horizon.
Boom!
A massive golden “Dao” character appeared before everyone’s eyes.
Seeing it, the Ancient God Clan members’ faces darkened. This character had trapped their clan for nearly a billion years!
Ye Xuan gazed at it, his mind stirring. The Qingxuan Sword flew to the character, which began to tremble. Soon, under everyone’s watch, it grew faint.
Moments later, it vanished completely.
The strange force around them dissipated.
The Ancient God Clan erupted in cheers, their voices soaring!
The seal was broken!
Bi Yao stared at the sky, her expression complex.
Nearby, the Dao God glanced at Ye Xuan, silent.
She was starting to feel confused.
The entire Dao Sect knew Ye Xuan was rebelling—openly, no less. Yet he had the Great Dao Pen, Mu Tiandao by his side, and had once been the Chosen One!
Why?
Was his master trying to establish a new order?
If so, why through Ye Xuan?
To clean house?
The thought sent a chill through her, cold sweat breaking out.
The more she thought, the more plausible it seemed!
The Dao Sect was indeed riddled with corruption. Even she had taken plenty of benefits!
Glancing at Ye Xuan, her mind raced with calculations.
He turned to Bi Yao, smiling. “Miss Bi Yao, congratulations!”
She nodded slightly. “Thank you, Young Master Ye!”
Looking at her, he said, “Freedom is hard-won. Cherish it.”
She smiled. “Don’t worry, Young Master Ye. I won’t seek revenge. The Ancient God Clan is no match for the Dao Sect now.”
Ye Xuan nodded. “Take care.”
He turned to the Dao God. “Let’s go.”
Just then, Bi Yao called out, “Young Master Ye, the Past Sect isn’t simple. Be careful!”
He glanced at her, smiling. “Thanks for the heads-up!”
She laughed. “My pleasure.”
Ye Xuan nodded, then looked at the Dao God. “Let’s go.”
She nodded, glanced at Bi Yao, and left.
Bi Yao watched them depart, silent for a long time. Suddenly, she said, “Come out.”
A voice responded, “I never expected Clan Leader Bi Yao to reach the legendary Third Knowledge Realm—knowing destiny, fortune, and the future. No wonder you spared no effort to ally with Young Master Ye…”
Bi Yao turned to the speaker. “You’re from the future!”
