"Your excellencies, please!"
Mao Xiang extended his palm, then turned and led the way.
The three of them sped through the mountains. Due to the ancient presence of the Spirit Capturing Abyss, they couldn't fly, and their speed was greatly reduced. It wasn't until the hour of Yin that the three arrived at the Soul Severing Cliff.
At this moment, the Soul Severing Cliff was bustling with a large crowd. Some early arriving martial artists had already secured prime positions, while the rest of the areas, except for the best spot in the very center, were filled with people.
Yu Chi Gong looked up and saw that the large central area was occupied only by Princess Han Yue of Loulan, Elder Mei, and a venerable elder in dragon robes, who was likely the legendary King of Chu. Behind him stood Grand Tutor Liu Ao and two other elders, along with a group of demon kings transformed into human form, led by the Abyss Star Demonic Flame Moon Wolf King.
"That's the Dan Cloud Cave Mansion!!"
The bustling crowd parted to create a passage. Dozens of individuals in black robes, embroidered with fierce flames and a cauldron emblem on their chests, appeared.
A waft of medicinal fragrance emanated from the many alchemists of the Dan Cloud Cave Mansion, instantly invigorating everyone present.
Dozens of alchemists from the Dan Cloud Cave Mansion walked into the square without a word, heading to a corner to quietly await the weakening of the grand formation.
"Look, it's the Supreme Elder of the Immortal Feather Sect, Xianyunzi!!"
The crowd buzzed with discussion. A hunched elder in white robes, with a bright red feather tucked into his hair, emerged from the throng. He was Xianyunzi, a supreme elder of the Immortal Feather Sect at the top Yuan Gathering realm.
Behind him were Jian Sanbei, the Sect Master of the Immortal Feather Sect, and dozens of disciples.
"Hahaha, long time no see, King of Chu. Decades have passed, and you haven't changed a bit!"
Xianyunzi laughed heartily and bowed to the King of Chu.
"Heh, Xianyunzi, I trust you've been well!"
The aged face of the King of Chu showed a faint smile, his eyes scanning Supreme Elder Xianyunzi of the Immortal Feather Sect.
"Elder Mei!"
Xianyunzi turned and bowed respectfully to Elder Mei, the Grand Tutor of the Loulan Kingdom. This scene was observed by many factions present, making them realize who the top power on Tianyue Island truly was.
It had always been rumored that the overseas Three Sects were the strongest, with the Immortal Feather Sect leading the pack and dominating the current era. Yet, the appearance of the Xuanyuan Dynasty's secret treasure had attracted all the forces on Tianyue Island to the Spirit Capturing Abyss.
The mysterious Loulan Kingdom, the low-key southwestern Chu State – these enigmatic powers had all appeared. It was only with the arrival of Supreme Elder Xianyunzi of the Immortal Feather Sect that the world understood who the paramount force on Tianyue Island was.
Even someone as formidable as Supreme Elder Xianyunzi of the Immortal Feather Sect had to bow to Elder Mei of Loulan and the King of Chu. This showed that these two kingdoms were the true giants of Tianyue Island. Especially with the Chu State allied with the Spirit Capturing Abyss, their power was even greater, capable of sweeping through millennia and surpassing all other nations and sects.
On Tianyue Island, who dared to disrespect the Chu State? Already powerful, with the addition of all the demon beasts from the Spirit Capturing Abyss, who would dare to provoke them!
As the crowd was in an uproar, Mao Xiang, clad in a flying fish robe made of brocade with floral patterns and brocade gauze, and carrying a Xiu Chun Dao at his waist, entered the central plaza first.
His arrival immediately drew the attention of many factions. The King of Chu slowly opened his eyes, scanned Mao Xiang, and then closed them again. "A mere Grandmaster. The Great Han is nothing more than this."
"Is he mad? Even if the Great Han can conquer ten thousand miles outside, this is the Spirit Capturing Abyss. Both Loulan and Chu State can crush the Great Han. Is he insane?"
"In this central plaza, even the powerful Immortal Feather Sect and Dan Cloud Cave Mansion are relegated to the corners. Does your Great Han dare to occupy the central plaza?"
The crowd buzzed with discussion. The Great Han remained arrogant, disregarding the top powers of Tianyue. Xianyunzi immediately looked towards the crowd. Not seeing Yuan Tiangang, he breathed a sigh of relief. Without Yuan Tiangang, he would be invincible in the Yuan Gathering realm here. A vast amount of resources would fall into his hands, strengthening the Immortal Feather Sect.
Princess Han Yue of Loulan glanced at Mao Xiang, then walked past him and saw the dark-faced man, Yu Chi Gong. She chuckled. She had initially thought Yang Hao would not attach much importance to the Spirit Capturing Abyss and would merely send one or two people to accompany her. However, upon seeing Yu Chi Gong, she felt reassured. With this dark-faced man and Elder Mei, they could contend with the King of Chu.
Hummm~~
One!
Two!
Two full cultivation auras of the Divine Mansion realm instantly enveloped the entire Soul Severing Cliff. Everyone present was choked, their faces flushed, veins bulging. Some in the Innate and Grandmaster realms were even pressed to the ground, struggling for breath.
"Hmm!"
The King of Chu opened his eyes and looked at the two powerful men behind Mao Xiang. His pupils slowly shifted. "Interesting. The Great Han likely has the backing of a major power. Perhaps there are inextricable ties with the forces behind Loulan!" He then closed his eyes. Sudan Novel Network.
"How could this be!!"
Princess Han Yue of Loulan exclaimed in surprise. Who was the man beside the dark-faced warrior? Two men at the Divine Mansion realm!
Thump, thump, thump~~
The three walked to a clear spot in the very center.
Whoosh!
Bang!
A king's banner, with the bold characters "Han," fluttered in the wind, exuding majesty and dominance. Mao Xiang, holding the Great Han national flag, forcefully planted it on the Soul Severing Cliff.
Yu Chi Gong and Wang Baobao nodded slightly towards Princess Han Yue of Loulan and Elder Mei before withdrawing their power. They sat down in meditation and closed their eyes.
They utterly disregarded the King of Chu and the demon kings of the Spirit Capturing Abyss!
"Hiss!"
"Whoosh!!"
As the Yuan force receded, the pressure abruptly vanished. Everyone present was drenched in sweat, panting, their bodies trembling slightly.
"Huff, huff, huff!"
Xianyunzi gasped for breath, looking at Yu Chi Gong and Wang Baobao not far from him. His palms trembled, covered in cold sweat. He had been worried about Yuan Tiangang, but unfortunately, Yuan Tiangang hadn't come. Instead, two Divine Mansion realm experts had! The Great Han was terrifying!
Everyone dared not speak, their eyes filled with horror as they gazed at the two meditating Great Han warriors. The imposing Great Han national flag seemed to suppress the surroundings.
The Abyss Star Demonic Flame Moon Wolf King calmly stepped out from behind the King of Chu and said softly, his voice resonating across the Soul Severing Cliff, "May I know who represents the Great Han?"
Everyone nervously watched Mao Xiang and the other two. These were the disciples and grand-disciples of the ancient beings of the Spirit Capturing Abyss. Surely the Great Han would show some respect?
As soon as the words fell, the King of Chu slightly opened his eyes and gazed at the two meditating figures.
Mao Xiang drew his Xiu Chun Dao. "Mao Xiang, Commander of the Great Han's Brocade Guard!!"
Mao Xiang stared intently at the Abyss Star Demonic Flame Moon Wolf King.