South Prefecture, Tongtian Mountain.

Beneath the mountain, Nangong Lie, clad in a white Flood Dragon robe, gazed up at the towering peak, its summit lost in the clouds. His expression grew increasingly solemn.

This place was the Biyou Palace, one of the Ten Great Immortal Sects of the Central Plains.

It was also the destination of his journey.

With a single step, Nangong Lie soared into the air, treading on the void. Wind and clouds surged as he stepped, each step seemingly creating a stair out of thin air beneath his feet.

The Flood Dragon on his royal robe seemed to come alive, displaying remarkable spirituality.

However, its form appeared somewhat ethereal.

He was, after all, a Prince of a different surname in the Great Jin Dynasty. Although he had established his own nation, he had not yet changed the style of his clothing. To transform the Flood Dragon into a true Dragon, he believed that wearing the Dragon Robe before truly conquering the Central Plains would only invite ridicule.

Soon, Nangong Lie reached the summit of Tongtian Mountain, tens of thousands of feet high, standing before the stone tablet inscribed with the words 'Biyou,' his hands clasped behind his back.

The location of Biyou Palace on Tongtian Mountain was an unspoken secret in Southern Prefecture and even in the Jianghu. He had, in fact, visited this place before, hoping to meet the Palace Master of Biyou Palace and perhaps forge a connection.

Unfortunately, Biyou Palace had remained reclusive for many years. Although disciples occasionally traveled the mortal realm and participated in the Ascending Immortal Battle established by Martial Emperor City, their presence was hardly noticeable.

If not for his specific purpose, he would not have been willing to come here.

Standing before the stone tablet for a moment, Nangong Lie said softly:

"Is this how Biyou Palace treats its guests, allowing me to arrive ungreeted?"

As soon as his words fell, the stone tablet suddenly glowed, coalescing into a doorway and emitting a voice:

"Since Prince has graced Biyou Palace with his presence, why not enter the Blessed Land for a discussion?"

Nangong Lie narrowed his eyes, pondered for a moment, and nodded:

"Very well."

Following this, Nangong Lie stepped into the doorway. His eyes beheld a vast ocean, before him stood a giant sea turtle the size of a mountain.

Upon the giant turtle stood a young Daoist in a plain robe, a hairpin in his hair, who gave Nangong Lie a Daoist salute: "Under the orders of the Palace Master, I have come to invite Prince to the island."

"Dao Xuansheng?"

"Indeed, it is this humble Daoist."

The young Daoist raised his head, a faint smile on his face. If Chen Yuan or anyone who had participated in the Ascending Immortal Battle were present, they would surely recognize him.

He was Dao Xuansheng of Biyou Palace, one of the top five on the Hidden Dragon List who had shone brightly in the Ascending Immortal Battle before disappearing.

"Then let us proceed to the island."

Nangong Lie nodded and landed upon the giant turtle. The giant turtle raised its head, turned its body, and began to move towards Tongtian Island.

"Are you the giant turtle that appeared as an auspicious sign on the day Yan King Chen Yuan claimed his title?"

Nangong Lie casually asked.

Dao Xuansheng remained silent, but the giant turtle rumbled:

"Correct."

"Does Biyou Palace support Yan King?"

"We are merely fulfilling a request..."

"Oh..."

......

Near the coast of Tongtian Island, Zhao Danqing sat on a large rock as usual, carelessly casting a fishing line into the sea.

The giant turtle brought Nangong Lie to him. Without needing any announcement, he levitated into the air, step by step approaching Zhao Danqing, while Dao Xuansheng departed with the giant turtle.

Zhao Danqing stared straight at the fishing hook, nonchalantly saying:

"What leisure brings Prince to my Biyou Palace?"

"I have come today to discuss a transaction with Biyou Palace." Nangong Lie went straight to the point, without any hesitation, revealing his intention.

"Oh?"

Nangong Lie stood beside Zhao Danqing, his gaze also fixed on the fishing line, and continued:

"Although Biyou Palace is reclusive, Palace Master Zhao is surely aware of the current situation in the world?"

"Hehe..."

"The world has been at peace for over two hundred years, and although there has been unrest, it has remained relatively stable. However, Yan King Chen Yuan first rebelled against his superiors, assassinating the monarch atop Purple-Gold Mountain.

Later, he openly declared himself King, seeking to conquer the world. Yet, I see this man as having great ambition but lacking any magnanimity. Growing to his present state, he relies solely on a bit of talent and a ruthless style of doing things.

Such a person is not fit to be the lord of the world; he will only bring disaster to the people."

"Prince's words, are you perhaps saying that you are suitable?"

"Indeed so..." Nangong Lie nodded in agreement, stating solemnly:

"I guard Southern Prefecture, defending the human race against the border for centuries. My merits are known throughout the world. Although I also have flaws, I am still stronger than Chen Yuan.

What does Palace Master Zhao think?"

"I have met Yan King. I felt that he seemed somewhat different from what Your Highness said. Yan King is young and has established such an empire, although his deeds are ruthless, he also defended the northern border for the human race and stopped the Barbarians from moving south, regardless of his own life. He is recognized by the whole world, why should Your Highness slander him?"

Zhao Danqing asked casually.

"This is just my view. Moreover, the people and low-level martial artists of the world are mostly ignorant and cannot see the true nature of Chen Yuan.

But, as the Palace Master of Biyou Palace, can Zhao brother not see through this person's true colors?"

"Can't see, can't see, I am just a recluse, I have long been separated from the Jianghu, so I really don't have the ability to see everything."

"So, Biyou Palace will support Chen Yuan in his quest to dominate the world?"

Nangong Lie's expression did not change, he only looked at Zhao Danqing calmly, seemingly not angered by this.

"I have already said that Biyou Palace has been reclusive for many years and will not come out of the mountain. This is an ancestral teaching, and we will not support anyone in their quest to dominate the world. Your Highness is overthinking..."

Zhao Danqing shook his head.

Nangong Lie frowned, somewhat unwilling. Relying only on the demon race, he would forever be just a puppet. He only chose to collude with the demon race for profit.

It was not as if he truly did not understand the situation. The demon race was using him, and he was not using the demon race, only, he wanted to turn against the demon race, but he did not have the strength.

That's why he desperately wanted to win over some allies.

Biyou Palace was what he valued.

It was a pity that Biyou Palace was unwilling to support him from beginning to end.

Taking a deep breath, Nangong Lie continued:

"If Biyou Palace is willing to help me annex the kings of the Central Plains, I can make a Great Dao oath now. When I successfully conquer the Central Plains, that will be when Biyou Palace becomes the state religion of my dynasty.

At that time, the entire Southern Prefecture can be conferred to Biyou Palace, and Zhao brother can also be king."

Zhao Danqing turned his head and stared at Nangong Lie, suddenly smiling:

"Your Highness has said so much, you must be thirsty. Why not drink a cup of tea."

With a wave of his hand, a cup of spiritual tea with hot air quickly flew to Nangong Lie, the implication still self-evident.

Nangong Lie did not look at the spiritual tea, and continued:

"Biyou Palace can hide for a while, could it hide for a lifetime? Zhao brother, have you not seen the example of Tai Xu Palace? If you do not enter the world, how can you leave the world?

Although Jingtai acted perversely and lost his conscience, he did one thing right, and that was to condense the power of national destiny for his own use. I can promise you.

In the future, when I found a nation, Zhao brother can enjoy the national destiny with me, and what is so difficult in becoming an immortal and an ancestor?"

"Hehe..."

Zhao Danqing slowly shook his head.

"In this great age of contention, if Biyou Palace does not actively enter the game, perhaps... it will be too late when it is forced to enter the game. If a millennium-old immortal gate is overturned, wouldn't it be a pity?"

Enticement failed, Nangong Lie began to threaten.

Zhao Danqing, however, smiled freely:

"If Your Highness wants to attack my Biyou Palace, you can come, Biyou Palace is unwilling to intervene in worldly affairs, but it never lacks the courage to fight."

"Brother Zhao misunderstood, how could I attack Biyou Palace? Hehe... Chen Yuan is sharpening his sword and preparing his horse, wanting to invade Southern Prefecture. I am worried for Biyou Palace."

Nangong Lie's gaze grew colder.

"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter, if Yan King cannot tolerate Biyou Palace, it will just be a battle, Biyou Palace's disciples are not afraid of death, they are only afraid of not being able to conform to their Dao heart."

"Good, good, as expected of one of the Ten Great Immortal Gates, Biyou Palace's courage, I have learned it. Fine, since Brother Zhao is unwilling to help me compete for the Central Plains.

Then I will not force it. Hehe... I hope that Brother Zhao can change his mind one day, but it is best to do it as soon as possible."

After saying this, Nangong Lie turned around, and then said lightly:

"I won't delay Palace Master Zhao's elegant interest in fishing, farewell."

"Your Highness, walk slowly..."

"Hehe..."

Nangong Lie smiled and quickly turned into a stream of light and left this place.

After Nangong Lie completely left, a young man in a gilded black robe instantly appeared in front of Zhao Danqing, looking at the fishing line:

"There are no fish in this sea, what is the Daoist fishing?"

"Just finding something to do."

Zhao Danqing casually threw the fishing rod aside, and the ethereal temperament on his body also dissipated, half-lying on the boulder, his expression was so comfortable, not at all like a Immortal Sect's Palace Master.

Chen Yuan also found another side of this person.

"What a pity..."

Chen Yuan smiled and looked at Nangong Lie's departing figure, his eyes filled with regret.

"What a pity?"

"It's a pity that Nangong Lie didn't come here in person. He actually only came with a wisp of divine sense incarnation. If his real body came here, it would save a lot of trouble."

It was really a pity.

Chen Yuan came to see Zhao Danqing this time, wanting to win over the other party, but he happened to meet Nangong Lie visiting, he was still very excited, thinking that he could save a lot of trouble.

As a result, it was just an incarnation of divine sense. Even if it was killed, it would not cause any damage to Nangong Lie, it would only make him alert, so Chen Yuan could only watch the other party leave.

He felt very sorry.

If he could take this opportunity to kill Nangong Lie, it would be much easier for him to control Southern Prefecture, and he could take this opportunity to collect luck, obtain opportunities, and further improve his cultivation!

"Everyone says that Yan King is cautious and careful by nature. Now it seems that this person is also very careful, and he doesn't even dare to show himself in Southern Prefecture."

"Yes, no courage..."

"It's a pity indeed. I originally wanted to see Yan King show his power and suppress Nangong Lie, but I missed a good show."

Zhao Danqing also suddenly shook his head and sighed.

"Why, Palace Master Zhao has so much confidence in me? Do you think Nangong Lie is definitely not my opponent?" Chen Yuan raised his eyebrows and asked.

"Before Yan King entered the Yang Shen realm, he was able to kill the demon saint and assassinate the monarch on the top of the Purple-Gold Mountain. Now, he has already broken through the Yang Shen realm, and his magical powers have been greatly accomplished. Although Nangong Lie has some good strength.

But if he wants to defeat Yan King, I don't think the hope is great."

With Zhao Danqing's cultivation, he could naturally feel the powerful aura that Chen Yuan exuded faintly, which was almost equal to his state when he controlled the immortal soldiers.

Don't look at his calm expression and calm composure, but in fact, when he first saw Chen Yuan, he was greatly shocked and horrified by his strength.

It was just that it was not revealed on the surface.

"Since the Daoist has so much confidence in Chen, why not join my command and help me compete for the Central Plains? In this way, Biyou Palace can also gain a lot in the future."

Chen Yuan followed the way.

"Yan King is very confident in himself."

Zhao Danqing chuckled.

"It was the Daoist who first said he had confidence. Moreover, as the saying goes, if you fight for it, the commoners can establish a country, if you gamble on it, the blood can transform into bone. Biyou Palace may not have the image of the current Lingshan in the future."

"This saying, Yan King must have also said to Mount Shu and Tai Xu Palace?" Zhao Danqing asked back.

"Words don't need to be repeated, as long as they have an effect."

"But the promise given by Daoist Nangong is better than Yan King's..."

"He is just a dead bone in a tomb. Even if he promises Biyou Palace to share the world equally with him, but if he can't achieve it, what's the use?" Chen Yuan said with a faint smile.

"So, Yan King is confident that he can conquer the world?"

"The chaos in the world started with me, and the peace in the world will end with me. Whether the Daoist believes it or not, in short, I and those forces who support my rise believe it."

"Hehe... but isn't Nangong Lie also Yan King's biggest opponent now?"

"He?"

......

......

Below Tongtian Peak, Nangong Lie's figure slowly materialized, and a hint of sinister flashed in his eyes. Since he cannot be used by him, then... let him be destroyed by him!

"Your Highness, the secret line reports that Yan King Chen Yuan is personally leading his troops and is secretly entering my Southern Prefecture." Beside him, a black-armored man bowed.

"Where is he going?"

"East Mountain Valley!"

"Hehe... he came to Southern Prefecture without looking for me, but instead went to East Mountain Valley. Interesting, this Chen Yuan is too confident. He doesn't take me seriously.

He wants to gradually reduce my power with a tendency to crush, but... he doesn't know that all of this is under my control. Fighting me in Southern Prefecture, hehe, he is not my opponent yet. This ebb and flow of power, the advantage is on my side!"

"Your Highness is wise."

"Reply and let him continue to lie dormant. East Mountain Valley... very well, let it be his burial place! What unparalleled in ancient times, this time, let him die young!"

Nangong Lie said coldly.

......

"He?" The corner of Chen Yuan's mouth curled up into a sneer.

"I did regard him as an opponent before, but now..."

"How is it now?"

"He only uses some low-level methods, wanting to trap me in an urn and kill me in one fell swoop, but... who is the one who is truly trapped in the urn, it is not yet known!" Chen Yuan chuckled.

"It seems that Yan King has planned for a long time?"

"How can I allow others to snore beside my bed? If Nangong Lie does not die, and Zhennan Pass does not fall into my hands, then the Northern Expedition to the Central Plains is just empty talk..."

"So, he must die!"

"Then why did Yan King come to my Biyou Palace?"

"One is to see if Palace Master Zhao has been well recently, to try to win over Biyou Palace, and second... actually, I just came here by the way, the original intention was still for this cautious Nangong Lie!"

Zhao Danqing was somewhat silent, frowned, and said:

"If I still refuse?"

"Then Biyou Palace will not be able to share the fruits of victory in the future, and the Divine Maiden Palace of today will be the Biyou Palace of tomorrow." Chen Yuan turned his head and looked at him seriously.

"Yan King, are you threatening the Palace Master of Biyou Palace in my Biyou Palace?"

"You can understand it that way..."

Chen Yuan nodded.

"Hahahaha... good, just for Yan King's words, in the future, Biyou Palace will follow His Highness to compete for the Central Plains!"

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