Chapter 1825

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　　Previously, the factions aligned with the Spirit Sword Pavilion were brimming with confidence.
　　But now…
　　Things　are　different.
　　The Spirit Sword Pavilion has Xu Ziyin, who has reached the Sage Heaven Realm.
　　The Sacred Heaven Sect has Yin Shenghao, who has also attained the Sage Heaven Realm.
　　Now, Xu Mingxiu, the Pavilion Master of the Spirit Sword Pavilion, has successfully advanced to the Sage Heaven Realm, but who would have thought that Xuantian Sheng from the Xuantian Mansion would also break through?
　　Moreover, Yun Changbai has ascended to the Half-Step Sage Realm, yet the Sacred Heaven Sect also has Su Chengyang, who is likewise a Half-Step Sage.
　　At least in terms of top-tier combat power beyond the Star Transcendence Realm, both sides are evenly matched！
　　Now, with the Qingyang Hall and Xuantian Mansion joining the Sacred Heaven Sect’s camp, everything has become even more different！
　　The atmosphere grew eerily quiet.
　　Suddenly,
　　”What’s this？ Feeling discouraged？”
　　A warm and clear voice rang out.
　　Xu Mingxiu, who had been sitting quietly at a side table in the hall, slowly stood up and said calmly, “Right now, it may seem like we’re evenly matched on the surface. But the Spirit Sword Pavilion has been preparing for so many years to unify the Tianyuan Continent. Do you really think this is all we have to show？”
　　”Elder Bu Baiyi hasn’t appeared for many years precisely because he’s been making preparations. There’s no need for concern, everyone.”
　　Xu Mingxiu’s voice remained calm, with a hint of a smile as he said, “In fact, even without the help of Tianhuang Continent or any of you, our Spirit Sword Pavilion already has sufficient strength to unify the realm.”
　　”Now, with your assistance, it’s only because our Spirit Sword Pavilion can’t bear to truly turn the Tianyuan Continent into a battlefield of carnage and wishes to minimize casualties.”
　　The meaning behind Xu Mingxiu’s words was clear.
　　The Spirit Sword Pavilion doesn’t need allies！
　　With its inherent foundation and the preparations made by Elder Bu Baiyi, it’s more than enough to sweep across the major powers of Tianyuan Continent.
　　The reason for recruiting the Wuji Alliance, the Yun Family of Yuntian Mountain, and the Qi Family of Lingqi Mountain was to give them an opportunity, not to beg for their help.
　　For a moment, the room fell into even deeper silence.
　　”Hehe…”
　　A laugh broke the silence as Xu Ziyun spoke up, “Since we’re all here in the ancient city of Xudi, where the greatest secret might lie, and since this city forbids us from fighting, let’s focus on uncovering its secrets. If a few more among us can reach the Saint Heaven Realm, it would be a great boon for our Tianyuan Continent！”
　　The others chimed in one after another.
　　After discussing the division of search areas in the market, they dispersed one by one.
　　Inside　the　room.
　　Xu Ziyun looked at his nephew and couldn’t help saying, “You didn’t really need to intimidate them…”
　　”Uncle, it wasn’t me who wanted to scare them.”
　　Xu Mingxiu smiled and spread his hands, saying, “Look at their attitude. Now that the Holy Heaven Sect seems to have even a slight chance of rivaling our Spirit Sword Pavilion, they’re already scared.”
　　”Do they really think our Spirit Sword Pavilion is begging for their help？ Right now, we’re giving them a choice between life and death. Choosing our Spirit Sword Pavilion means survival, and this lifeline is a mercy we’re granting them！”
　　Xu Ziyun smiled faintly and said nothing more.
　　This nephew of his was exceptionally talented, having now reached the Sacred Heaven Realm. In the future, he would undoubtedly surpass his elder brother Xu Ziyin and lead the Spirit Sword Pavilion to even greater heights！
　　”But speaking of which…”
　　Xu Mingxiu said coolly, “That Ye Wushuang’s progress is indeed unnaturally fast. Once the Burial Saint Cave incident concludes, it would be best to capture him alive. There’s a good chance he has a deep connection with Ling Shengtian.”
　　”Hmm…”
　　Ancient City.
　　Within　a　manor.
　　Ye Wushuang, Hall Master Qingxuan, Xuan Tiansheng, and others entered the manor one by one.
　　Before long.
　　Figures emerged from within the manor to greet them.
　　Leading them was an elderly man—none other than Old Master Lin Yunhan！
　　”Elder Lin, clan leader！”
　　Xuan Tiansheng and Hall Master Qingxuan clasped their hands in greeting.
　　Lin Yunhan looked at the two of them, cupped his hands in return, and then fixed his gaze on Ye Wushuang.
　　”Young Master Ye… are you alright…”
　　Lin Yunhan’s aura swirled around him, growing even more intense, yet his spirit seemed quite low as he forced a smile and asked.
　　Ye Wushuang looked at Lin Yunhan and couldn’t help but think of Lin Yunjin.
　　In　the　past.
　　As the Holy Spirit of Heaven.
　　He and the Lin family’s elder, Lin Huaihua, were considered friends despite their age difference, often sharing drinks and conversations.
　　At that time, Lin Yunhan and Lin Yunjin were young and promising, and the siblings received much guidance from him.
　　Ye Wushang could be said to have watched the siblings grow up back then.
　　Getting married, having children—the bond between the siblings was also exceptionally strong.
　　”Old master… please accept our condolences…”
　　Ye Wushang grasped Lin Yunhan’s hand, his voice trembling slightly.
　　Following behind Lin Yunhan were his four children, Lin Tianyou, Lin Tianhan, Lin Dinglan, and Lin Yuanlin, their eyes also reddened.
　　Aunt Lin Yunjin’s years of care and love for them cannot be fully expressed in just a few words.
　　And Lin Yuzhu, Xia Yuwei, and other juniors couldn’t help but sob.
　　At the same time, Lin Yunjin’s two children, Xia Baishan and Xia Ningyu, also turned their heads away, remaining silent.
　　Back then, during the internal strife in the Lingjian Pavilion, the Lin family was targeted, and their father, Lin Yunjin’s husband Xia Yuanzheng, was killed.
　　After so many years, now their mother has also been killed.
　　This hatred runs too deep！
　　Apart from the core members of the Lin family, several people from the Sheng Tian Sect were also present here.
　　Li Yingchuan, Zhao Wenshan, Jiang Yuanju, Yu Yourong, as well as Xiao Guangling and Tian Linzi, had all gathered here.
　　Everyone had been forced to separate earlier, but now they were reunited within this ancient city.
　　Just looking at the strength of this group, the Sheng Tian Sect was no longer a force that could be easily pushed around.
　　After calming down for a while, the group moved to a garden within the estate and took their seats.
　　Ye Wushuang glanced around but did not spot Qing Shiyu or the Cangyan Lingque.
　　Though concerned, seeing the Lin family members in such grief, he refrained from asking first.
　　Since everyone had reunited, they would discuss important matters first.
　　The Qingyang Hall and the Xuantian Mansion had clearly allied with the Sheng Tian Sect, thus forming a four-party alliance.
　　Hall Master Qingxuan, Mansion Lord Xuantian Sheng, Elder Lin Yunhan, and Ye Wushuang representing the Sheng Tian Sect, finalized some decisions.
　　Inside this ancient city, we definitely won’t clash with the Spirit Sword Pavilion for now, but there’s no guarantee the city’s rules won’t change. Everyone should still stay prepared.
　　Moreover, once this expedition to the Burial Saint Cave concludes, the Central Lands will undoubtedly erupt into war.
　　When that time comes, there will still be many detailed matters to discuss.
　　The group also talked about their experiences during these days.
　　Qi Zhenzhong and over twenty Qi family experts at the Star Transformation realm had died, Xing Hanwen was killed, Nan Gongshang, Yun Quyan, Yun Quyin, and Ge Bei perished—these events were recounted one by one by Ye Wushuang, dispersing much of the sorrow in the air.
　　Meanwhile, not far away on the other side of the garden.
　　Lin Yuzhu, Xia Yuwei, Qing Yexue, Qing Xiuyuan, and other younger-generation figures had also gathered together.
　　”When I first met Ye Wushuang, he hadn’t even reached the Cave Void realm. Now, just a few years later？”
　　Lin Yuzhu sighed. “He’s already capable of sitting there, discussing major affairs alongside our elders.”
　　Xia Yuwei couldn’t help but smile bitterly.
　　”Back then, we even competed together in the Cave Void Ranking battles. But now… he could already challenge the Supreme Ranking.”
　　Most importantly… it hasn’t even been three years, has it?！