1235: Invitation to Battle

The man in green robes appeared as if from thin air; simply standing there, he captured all attention, becoming the sole focus of the area.

"Qingyun Sword Immortal?!"

Seeing the newcomer, Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying couldn't help but exclaim, their expressions instantly turning incredibly grim.

First, Wang Xiaotu, the current number one on the military merit list, and now the former number one, Qingyun Sword Immortal, has arrived...

How could their path to revenge be so difficult?

Meanwhile, a pleasant surprise flickered in Chu Yanran's eyes.

"This humble one, Chu Yanran, greets Qing Yunzi. I never expected to meet Daoist here. Three years have passed since our last meeting at the Sword Pavilion, and Daoist's demeanor remains as impressive as ever, with a cultivation even greater than before."

She smiled sweetly, her posture graceful, and with light steps, like a well-bred lady, she stepped forward to greet him.

"...So it's Fairy Yanran."

Qingyun Sword Immortal stared at Chu Yanran for a few seconds before remembering who she was, but he merely replied coldly, then turned to look at the two Senior Brother and Junior Brother, Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying:

"According to the rules established by the Three Realms on the frontline battlefield, Cultivators are not allowed to kill each other. If there are disputes, they can go to any enforcement hall in the three defense lines to argue their case."

“This…”

Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying's expressions became incredibly grim, especially Murong Tianying, whose fists were clenched so tightly that his nails dug deep into his flesh. However, facing Qingyun Sword Immortal, he dared not be presumptuous in the slightest, unable to even utter the words he had prepared to defend himself.

Unlike Wang Xiaotu, the new number one on the military merit list, Qingyun Sword Immortal had held the top position for over ten years, his reputation resounding throughout the entire Demon Disaster Frontline Battlefield.

Not only was his strength formidable, but his background was also extraordinary.

He was the contemporary Sword Son of the Sun Moon Sword Sect, the most promising candidate to succeed as Sect Master of the Sun Moon Sword Sect in the future. Although he did not join the allied forces formed by various factions of the Three Realms and hold a position within them, choosing to act alone instead, he also served as an executioner in the defense line's enforcement hall, jointly established by various forces, possessing immense authority.

Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying were well aware that if they disobeyed at this moment and dared to attack Chu Yanran, Qingyun Sword Immortal would absolutely not hesitate to use them as a test for his sword.

Judging by Qingyun Sword Immortal's past conduct, he would absolutely not concern himself with any complexities involved; he would only perceive their actions as a provocation against him.

“We understand, we will proceed to the Defense Line Enforcement Hall now.”

Glancing at the smug Chu Yanran, Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying lowered their heads, saying with immense grievance.

"Farewell!"

With that, the two were about to flick their sleeves and leave.

"Wait."

But just then, Qingyun Sword Immortal's clear, cold voice suddenly rang out:

"I have come today to have a match with Daoist Wang. You two happen to be here, so please stay and bear witness."

"What?"

Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying were stunned by the words, their gazes instinctively shifting towards Wang Chen, who was already about to enter the valley.

They had been wondering why Qingyun Sword Immortal had suddenly appeared here, and now they understood.

So, it was because the number one position on the military merit list had been taken, and he came here to regain his prestige?!

However, Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying had no objection to Qingyun Sword Immortal inviting them to watch the battle.

Witnessing a battle between two top powerhouses, both with legendary reputations, would be of no small benefit to their cultivation.

On the other side.

"..."

Wang Chen was completely bewildered.

He thought he was about to watch a good show, but how did the fire turn onto him instead?

Also, is this Qingyun Sword Immortal a dog? How did he find him so easily?

As he was muttering to himself, Qingyun Sword Immortal's indifferent gaze swept over.

"Fellow Daoist Wang, I have come on my Revered Master's orders to fight you. I ask for your invaluable guidance, Fellow Daoist!"

Unlike his condescending attitude towards Chu Yanran, Murong Tianying, and others, Qingyun Sword Immortal's tone was very polite at this moment, yet it was hard to conceal his arrogance:

"If you win, the grievances between the Sun Moon Sword Sect and you will be resolved. If you lose, then my sword will claim another soul today!"

“???”

Hearing Qingyun Sword Immortal's words, Wang Chen almost laughed in anger.

He finally understood; this person was here to seek revenge for Bai Yunhao, but...

"If I win, the grievances are resolved? If I accidentally kill you, won't the feud between me and the Sun Moon Sword Sect become even bigger?"

Wang Chen frowned, looking at Qingyun Sword Immortal, feeling that this person's mind seemed a bit abnormal.

"You cannot kill me."

Qingyun Sword Immortal stood with his hands behind his back, his tone light, yet filled with an inexplicable sense of certainty.

"Please!"

He extended one hand forward, and a vast Aura surged forth violently.

Rumble!

The Void Realm trembled violently, an invisible Aura enveloped all directions, and faintly, behind Qingyun Sword Immortal, a towering, tens of thousands of meters tall, world-shaking Divine Sword phantom appeared.

The light in this area was distorted at this moment, and the space was compressed, making tearing sounds, as if it could not bear the weight.

"What a ferocious sword Aura! Just by looking at it directly for a few seconds, I feel like my Divine Soul is about to be torn apart?"

"Is this the true strength of the contemporary Sword Son of the Sun Moon Sword Sect, Qingyun Sword Immortal, who is known as the 11th Stage invincible?"

Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying's eyes were filled with shock.

They had already retreated several miles away, yet even so, the violent might emanating from Qingyun Sword Immortal, as if to tear apart heaven and earth, still made them feel breathless.

"Qingyun Sword Immortal's 11th Stage Peak and our 11th Stage Peak are completely different levels. Our chances of breaking through to the 12th Stage are less than one percent, while he can contend with 12th Stage Cultivators right now!"

Chu Yanran also landed here. After hearing the words of Zhao Yunhe and Murong Tianying, she sneered:

"So what if Wang Xiaotu concealed his strength? As long as he hasn't truly broken through to the 12th Stage and achieved immortality, he is destined to become a soul under Qingyun Sword Immortal's sword today!"

As she spoke, Chu Yanran's eyes surged with delight. Wang Chen's previous inaction had already made her resent him, and now she eagerly anticipated seeing Wang Chen die by Qingyun Sword Immortal's sword.

"Hmph! The battle hasn't even begun, so who is stronger or weaker is still unknown!"

"Fellow Daoist Wang can earn over eighty million military merits in one day, so his strength must be extremely astonishing!"

Murong Tianying snorted coldly, refuting without politeness, but a hint of worry was on his face.

Meanwhile, Zhao Yunhe's expression was even more obvious.

Not only was Qingyun Sword Immortal powerful himself, but he also had the colossal Sun Moon Sword Sect behind him, as well as a Revered Master who had reached the 12th Stage Peak and hoped to attain the Dao of Dominator.

Needless to say, he definitely possessed many powerful life-saving techniques.

The outcome of a battle depended not only on one's own strength but also on external factors. Sometimes, a powerful treasure could even change the course of a battle.

Neither he nor his Junior Brother had much confidence in Wang Chen.