“They’re nothing but defeated opponents,” a voice scoffed. “Even if Tamamo-no-Mae appears in her full glory, what difference would it make? The Supreme Fox Clan believes their tricks are subtle, but we see through them like glass.”
Ban Shan Yuan looked at the black-clothed man. “Investigate further and report back!”
The black-clothed man looked at Alliance Leader Tianzhao. Tianzhao nodded calmly.
“Boom!” The black-clothed man’s figure vanished, dissolving into a wisp of black smoke.
Ban Shan Yuan said gravely, “This time, with the Fox Fortune Holy Land opening, if the Bronze Ancient Palace appears, how should we divide it?”
Dao Kuang Old Ancestor sneered, “The Bronze Ancient Palace belongs to Sir. Naturally, the virtuous shall possess it!” As he spoke, Dao Kuang Old Ancestor conjured an Ancestral-grade long saber in his hand. The saber gleamed with cold light, as if it could cleave the very heavens.
Ancient Ancestor Guixuan let out a chilling cackle. “Gentlemen, let’s be fair. You’ve claimed nearly ninety percent of the benefits in this Star Sea. My Eerie Plateau has never asked for anything, remaining silent all this time. If the Bronze Ancient Palace appears, my Eerie Plateau will claim it! Heheheh…”
As his voice faded, the other Ancient Ancestors shook their heads. “Absolutely not!” Guixuan’s demand was met with absolute refusal.
For countless ages, Sir had been missing. His Bronze Ancient Palace was almost a representation of Sir himself; perhaps all of Sir’s Inheritance lay within it. How could they hand it over to Guixuan? This man wasn’t even a native of the Fallen Star Sea; he was from the Outer World!
Moreover, Guixuan was incredibly mysterious. For so many years, no one knew what the Eerie Plateau was truly up to. The Eerie Plateau’s most significant actions had been the establishment of the Eerie Sect and the earth-shattering sword strike Guixuan had unleashed from the Eerie Plateau. Using the Eerie Plateau as a bow, he had fired a bolt of Eerie Power towards the Dark Void! That single arrow had shaken the heavens and made ghosts weep! The Eerie Power surged, transforming into a black torrent that swept past countless stars, dimming their light and tainting them with its corrupting essence. That arrow was terrifying beyond measure. Fired at the Dark Void, it had destroyed countless stars and affected innumerable realms, ultimately piercing through the Tai Chu Realm.
The Tai Chu Realm, once Sir’s homeland, had been plunged into desolation by that single arrow. Only recently had the Tai Chu Realm reappeared in the world! Fortunately, the immense terrifying power contained within that arrow had ultimately been devoured by the Dark Void, otherwise, the consequences would have been unimaginable. The Ancient Ancestors still remembered that arrow from back then! In all these countless ages, Guixuan had only made a move that one time. But that one time, his power had shocked everyone to their core. One had to understand, there were differences even among Ancient Ancestors! Even a powerhouse like Ban Shan Yuan, known as “One Force Breaks All Laws,” was unwilling to fight Guixuan, for Guixuan’s methods were far too eerie, and he had no desire to be tainted by such ominous power.
For so many years, the Eerie Plateau had not claimed any Starry Sky Power from the First Star Ring, and Guixuan had made no other moves. Thus, the other Ancient Ancestors had more or less tolerated their existence. However, in their hearts, the Eerie Plateau was ultimately an alien race, and they still harbored a certain repulsion towards it.
A moment of silence. Ban Shan Yuan suddenly slammed his fist onto the ancient table before him. “Boom!” The ancient table shattered into dust. Ban Shan Yuan declared gravely, “When the Bronze Ancient Palace finally appears, we’ll settle this with our own hands! After all these years, I’m sure your Dao attainments have reached perfection! I’m curious to see just how powerful you’ve all become!”
“Heh.” A cold laugh echoed through the grand hall. Dao Kuang Old Ancestor and Shenwu Emperor Tianye both wore expressions of arrogance. They had to get their hands on the Bronze Ancient Palace!
A moment later, Star River Alliance Leader Tianzhao said calmly, “Let’s discuss this further when the Supreme Fox Clan makes their move. As for the matter of the two shattered Star Rings, I will give you all an explanation.”
***
Tianchen Empire.
Lu Xuan, Ji Fuyao, Ye Chen, and the others arrived directly at the Imperial Star. The Imperial Star was utterly silent, a picture of desolation. The many powerhouses remaining there looked ashen, their faces devoid of hope. Emperor Lian Qianli had already fallen, and many Ancient Ancestors had perished. The Tianchen Empire was now nothing but a hollow shell, ready to crumble at a touch.
Just then, “Boom!” A Grey-robed Old Man rose into the air, looking at Lu Xuan. He bowed slightly. “Senior in White, could you please show mercy? Our Tianchen Empire does not deserve utter annihilation.”
Lu Xuan said nothing, merely flicked his sleeve. Boom! A terrifying Dao and momentum surged outwards like a tide. Rule Power transformed into an invisible net, descending to envelop the area below. Instantly, everyone on the Tianchen Imperial Star found their cultivation restricted to Three-rotation Star Venerate.
Ji Fuyao, clad in a fiery red gown, stepped forward gracefully. Heaven-Burning Spear appeared in her hand, and she charged out. “Whoosh!” A single sweep of her spear unleashed a terrifying spear-light, like a Star River cleaving the sky. The Grey-robed Old Man who had just spoken was instantly decapitated! Blood splattered! An instant kill! Following her, Ye Chen, Xuanji Holy Lord, and Wuwu also charged forward. Kill! Destroy the Tianchen Empire!
It was a massacre. The Tianchen Empire was utterly powerless to resist, falling like leaves swept by an autumn wind, like clouds scattered by a gale. In less than two hours, the Tianchen Imperial Star was completely purged. The Tianchen Empire was no more!
Witnessing this scene, the many distant factions observing were utterly stunned. The Tianchen Empire, which had existed for countless ages, had simply vanished into the river of time. They had once believed such a force would be eternal, never to decline. Who could have imagined it would be annihilated in a single day?
Soon after, Ji Fuyao and the other three gathered their spoils. The haul was massive! Mid-grade Star Stones piled up like mountains! There were also vast quantities of High-rotation Star Venerate Spirit Weapons, Talismans, and Array Disks. Elixirs, Pills, and Spirit Herbs were beyond counting. One had to remember, the Tianchen Empire had plundered for many years in the Third Star Ring, annihilating numerous forces. Its accumulated wealth was unimaginable.
Lu Xuan smiled faintly. “Don’t be stingy with these cultivation resources. Use them freely.” With this matter concluded, it was time to bring some of the remaining cultivation resources back to the Grand Dao Sect’s many Old Ancestors! And then, to check on Liu Xuan, Luo Lingkong, and Fang Yan.
Just then, “Boom!” Chen Changsheng, clad in a grey robe, emerged from a spatial rift. He smiled and said, “Let’s eat first, then go.”
Ye Chen asked, “Third Brother, what have you been up to all this time?” Every time a fight broke out, Chen Changsheng would vanish without a trace.
Chen Changsheng rubbed his nose, replying truthfully, “I’ve been refining the Bronze Ancient Palace.”
Ji Fuyao’s beautiful eyes flickered. “Have you completely refined it?”
Chen Changsheng said, “Still quite a bit left. That artifact is simply too heaven-defying.”
Soon, Chen Changsheng began to cook. Wisps of smoke curled upwards into the starry sky. Before long, everyone gathered, ready to eat. It was all Spirit Meat from Star Venerate Realm demon beasts! The mystical aura of Grand Supreme Star Dew continuously wafted, enveloping everyone.
After the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Lu Xuan finished eating and reclined on his lounge chair. His disciples, meanwhile, continued to eat while simultaneously refining the immense power.
Just then, the System’s voice echoed in Lu Xuan’s ear. “Ding! Congratulations, Host, for completing the disciple quest: Aiding your disciples in Destroying the Tianchen Empire! Rewards are now being distributed!”