321: After all these years, it's about time the inland sea got a little lively.

Jinling City.

A massive ancient city, rumored to have existed for tens of thousands of years!

During this time, countless masters changed hands, and it witnessed the birth, rise, and fall of numerous powerful forces.

Later, it fell into the hands of the Qilin Mansion, becoming an important city for the Qilin Mansion.

Inside the city, on the mountainside, there was a vast expanse of magnificent palaces, radiating dazzling light and exuding immense solemnity!

This was precisely the residence of Qi Tianlin, an Elder of the Qilin Mansion responsible for guarding Jinling City!

These past few days, many Cultivators had arrived, each of them an Elder-level figure from the Six Mansions, Twelve Caves, and various major forces in the Inner Sea!

Everyone gathered in Jinling City with the sole purpose of addressing the major incident that occurred in Suspended City!

“Elder Qi, so much time has passed, has Xiang Tiande not sent any news yet?”

In the main hall, an old man dressed in a green robe, with a Face like white jade and white hair and beard, asked in a deep voice.

This old man was Luo Sanhuai, an Elder of the Vermilion Bird Prefecture and a Heavenly Elephant Realm Seventh Level Cultivator!

“Indeed, we entrusted the matter to him, and there should be some movement by now. If this continues, the Face of our Six Mansions and Twelve Caves will be utterly lost!”

“Now, the Eight Seas Bandits Chen Xuantong, Elder Baixuan, and their ilk have all fled to various regions. If we can’t catch them and still can’t find any clues from Suspended City, how can we demand an explanation from One Sect and Three Halls?”

Another tall middle-aged man also spoke. He was massive, with a fierce Aura, like a majestic, radiating fierce tiger!

He was Nie Hai, an Elder of the White Tiger Mansion!

With these two speaking, the experts from the Divine Profound Mansion, Azure Dragon Mansion, Black Tortoise Mansion, and other major forces all turned their gaze towards Qi Tianlin, who was seated in the main seat!

Regarding the investigation into the Saint’s demise, the various forces had indeed, as rumored in the Inner Sea, joined forces.

And the leader among them was the Qilin Mansion!

The Qilin Mansion held a high reputation and was also the strongest, taking the lead in this matter.

However, Xiang Tiande, whom they had dispatched, had not sent any news, and many Elders were already growing restless!

Qi Tianlin, as the host, sat in the principal seat, his expression terrifyingly grim, his eyes revealing a dreadful Killing Intent.

“Today, this old man has called you all here precisely for this matter!”

“To be frank, yesterday, news came from the Sect that Xiang Tiande’s soul tablet has shattered!”

Upon hearing this, everyone’s expressions changed!

A shattered soul tablet meant that Xiang Tiande was dead!

One of the Eight Gate Elders, though his status and strength were not as high as Qi Tianlin, an Elder of the Inner Gate, was not too far off. How could he have died just like that?

“Elder Qi, are you perhaps joking? Xiang Tiande is a Heavenly Phenomenon Sixth Level Cultivator. How could he die in Suspended City? Besides an Elder from One Sect and Three Halls, who could kill him?”

Chen Yuan of the Black Tortoise Mansion asked, his Face grim, raising his doubts.

Suspended City was just a city without many powerful individuals. Where would such a formidable Cultivator come from?

It couldn’t be that someone had already laid an ambush there, waiting for them to arrive, could it?

Qi Tianlin snorted coldly, “How could this old man joke about such a matter? Our Qilin Mansion’s losses are no less than yours, and now an Eight Gate Elder has died. What do you all say we should do next?!”

The experts present were not fools.

The strength of the expert hidden in Suspended City, capable of killing a Heavenly Phenomenon Realm Sixth Level Elder, was imaginable.

If they rashly sent more people, they would definitely not fare well.

Unless all their respective Sects went there openly and in great numbers, perhaps the other party would not dare to act.

“This matter must be the doing of One Sect and Three Halls!”

“For so many years, they have not refrained from secretly taking action to weaken our forces!”

“Especially Qi Mo Sect, that is a nail planted by the Holy Heaven Demon Sect in the Inner Sea. They constantly think about controlling the Inner Sea, so they are the most suspicious!”

Elder Liu Qingyan of the Azure Dragon Mansion slapped the armrest and snorted coldly!

As soon as these words were spoken, dozens of experts present frowned.

Qi Mo Sect was the strongest Sect in the Inner Sea, towering above all other forces. It was undoubtedly the symbol of the Inner Sea.

Normally, all top-tier forces often had to act according to their whims and would not fall out with them over some interests.

This was essentially holding up Qi Mo Sect, while other Sect forces united to resist Qi Mo Sect’s influence!

Even Dianxing Academy in the Inner Sea did not receive such treatment.

Elder Liu Qingyan of the Azure Dragon Mansion’s reaction was not seen as problematic by others.

They even believed the recent rumors that only One Sect and Three Halls had the capability to eliminate so many Saints and Prodigies at once, and not fear being held accountable.

“I heard that the two Saints from Canxing Hall and Feiyu Hall have returned to their Sects. Their safe return might just indicate that this matter is indeed related to them!”

“That’s right, I also just received news that Tianque, the Saint from the Holy Heaven Demon Sect, has also appeared. The two Saints from Dianxing Academy, Feng Wuliang and Ji Tiange, also seem to have gone to Suspended City. If there’s no connection here, this old man doesn’t believe it!”

“In my opinion, we should directly confront One Sect and Three Halls and demand an explanation!”

The Elders present spoke one after another.

Everyone felt that the problem was becoming increasingly chaotic, and only One Sect and Three Halls were the most suspicious. It would be better to unite and hold them accountable!

Only by uniting all of them could they confront One Sect and Three Halls!

“But what if this matter has nothing to do with them? At that time, if we rashly hold them accountable, how will we explain it?”

“One Sect and Three Halls are not to be trifled with. Don’t forget, everyone, this is the Sea of Buried Demons. If we dare to go, we might all be annihilated!”

Qi Tianlin’s words were unpleasant, but they were very realistic.

No one could truly Face those four behemoths. The Six Mansions and Twelve Caves seemed strong, but they were no match for One Sect and Three Halls.

“This won’t do, that won’t do, so how do we continue the investigation?”

“Are we just going to let it go?”

Chen Yuan of the Black Tortoise Mansion’s Face was exceedingly grim!

“We definitely cannot let it go. Suspended City must be visited, as it is the key to tracing the mastermind. Only by finding enough evidence can we uncover the true culprit!”

“In this old man’s opinion, any force that appeared in Suspended City that day could be involved!”

As Qi Tianlin’s words fell, displeasure appeared on everyone’s Faces.

There was nothing wrong with what he said, but it also included their own forces!

However, no one could say anything, because the situation was now confusing, and it was impossible to know who the real mastermind was.

“Alright, this old man agrees with Elder Qi. Each Sect will send one person to Suspended City to search for clues. At the same time, we must also go to One Sect and Three Halls to demand accountability. Although we are not as powerful as them, we are not made of mud either!”

After all, the Saints and Prodigies of various Sects died in Suspended City, so they definitely had to go there!

And as for One Sect and Three Halls, the most suspicious, they should also be held accountable!

If One Sect feared them, then the combined Six Mansions and Twelve Caves would not fear them. Everyone had powerful Sects as their backing, and united, they were not afraid of them at all!

At worst, they would fight a battle!

After so many years, the Inner Sea should finally become lively!

...Luoye City is located in the northwest, a large city beneath Feiyu Hall.

The number of merchants and Cultivators coming and going is innumerable. Besides those who come for trade, there are also Cultivators seeking opportunities in Feiyu Hall, making it a relatively prosperous city within Feiyu Hall.

Recently, everyone in Luoye City has been discussing the events that transpired in Suspended City. This has almost become the most important topic in the Inner Sea, and even news of anomalies in the Forbidden Ground has lost attention.

After all, anomalies in the Forbidden Ground are not something ordinary Cultivators can get involved in; those are matters for the top-tier forces. However, the deaths of so many Saints and Prodigies in Suspended City are within everyone’s reach, so naturally, they receive much more attention.

The news has now spread throughout the Inner Sea, and the Cultivators and merchants in Luoye City come from all over, making the spread even faster.

The most eye-catching news, however, is that the Elders of the Six Mansions and Twelve Caves, along with many major forces, have united and are heading to Feiyu Hall for a visit.

In the most luxurious restaurant in Luoye City, several young people walked into the main hall, immediately attracting the attention of many Cultivators in the restaurant.

“Jing Chumo, Ye Kaiyun, Lin Jinfei? Aren’t these the three Saints from the Qilin Mansion, Azure Dragon Mansion, and Black Tortoise Mansion? The others with them are also well-known Prodigies. Didn’t they go to Feiyu City? Why are they here?”

“It’s them. These three are ranked beyond the hundredth on the holy son ranking and are still very young. They are probably here to gain experience this time, and perhaps the others haven’t arrived yet.”

“I heard that the Elders of the Six Mansions and Twelve Caves, along with many major forces, are already heading towards Feiyu Hall. These Saints and Prodigies arriving first should be correct.”

“Rumor has it that those dozens of Saints and Prodigies were victims of people from One Sect and Three Halls. If this rumor is true, then these people coming to Feiyu Hall are probably truly here to demand accountability…”

“Tsk tsk… The Six Mansions and Twelve Caves uniting, this hasn’t been seen in a long time. A single force is inferior to Feiyu Hall, and only by uniting can they suppress Feiyu Hall. It seems the balance between these top-tier forces has also been lost.”

“However, I don’t think this matter is that simple. Perhaps these people from the Six Mansions and Twelve Caves are just deliberately looking for trouble!”

The Cultivators in the hall began to discuss animatedly.

Some agreed, some questioned, and of course, some felt that Feiyu Hall would not admit anything and would not give the people from the Six Mansions and Twelve Caves a good Face.

Various speculations were already rampant, and the discussions of these Cultivators were naturally easily overheard by the few Saints who had gone up to the second floor!

“These people are so audacious, daring to discuss these things in front of us. If it weren’t for important matters on this trip, I would definitely teach them a lesson!”

Lin Jinfei’s Face was cold, with a hint of Killing Intent.

Saints grew up in slaughter from a young age, their hands stained with blood, having no qualms about such things.

What’s more, they came from the Six Mansions and Twelve Caves, making them even more reckless!

“Brother Lin, why bother with these nobodies? Our Six Mansions and Twelve Caves never care about others’ opinions when we act.”

“What can Feiyu Hall do? With our Six Mansions and Twelve Caves, plus dozens of major forces united, they must treat us cautiously!”

“Otherwise, the matter of Suspended City will not be so easily resolved!”

Jing Chumo said indifferently from the side.

The alliance of various forces was rare in the Inner Sea itself. The Six Mansions and Twelve Caves, united, had no fear of Feiyu Hall!

Otherwise, how would they dare to confront Feiyu Hall?

“Before the Elders arrive, we juniors should still show some Face to Feiyu Hall. Let’s wait until the dust settles!”

Ye Kaiyun’s voice sounded from the side. The several Prodigies sitting nearby remained silent, drinking their wine on their own.

Although they were Prodigies, in front of Saints, they only had the right to listen!

“When did the fellows from the Six Mansions and Twelve Caves become so bold? Daring to speak such arrogant words on my Feiyu Hall’s territory?”

“Aren’t you afraid that once you come, you won’t be able to leave?”

Suddenly, from a corner on the second floor, a lazy voice came.

“Audacious! Who dares to speak so arrogantly!”

Jing Chumo slapped the table, his Aura stirred, and a powerful pressure swept towards the table in the corner!

Crack! Bang!

The pressure of a Heavenly Phenomenon Realm Saint nearly overturned the entire second-floor restaurant!

Broken tables and chairs were scattered everywhere, and the surrounding Cultivators who were drinking and chatting were all pushed back several steps.

This was not even aimed at them. If it were aimed at these Cultivators, they would probably be lying on the ground by now.

“Hiss… Such a strong Aura. Just now, my blood Qi surged, and I couldn’t breathe properly. I almost got suppressed and killed!”

“Don’t say anything. I don’t know who dares to be arrogant in front of these people. Now they’re probably dead.”

“Quick, let’s hide far away.”

The Cultivators on the second floor also had some background, but their strength was certainly no match for the Saints of these top-tier forces. Without some ability, they would not have just been pushed back, but would have been severely injured!

Such a commotion naturally attracted the attention of Cultivators upstairs and downstairs. No one dared to show their Face, and the entire restaurant suddenly became quiet.

“You have some ability to withstand this Saint’s Aura. State your name. This Saint does not kill nameless people!!”

Jing Chumo, Ye Kaiyun, and Lin Jinfei all stood up, with a circle of Prodigies standing behind them.

This group consisted of three Heavenly Phenomenon Realm Cultivators and seven or eight Half-step Heavenly Phenomenon Realm Cultivators, all part of the Six Mansions and Twelve Caves’ respective foundations. Anywhere they went, they would be considered a formidable combination!

In the corner, at a table, two slender young men in white clothes were still drinking, the previous Aura suppression seemingly having no effect on them!

“The wine is good, the dishes are good, but unfortunately, the people are too annoying and spoiled the mood!”

As he spoke, the two young men slowly put down their bowls and chopsticks, turned around, and stood up.

Both were dressed in white. One had a smile on his Face, while the other looked somewhat indifferent, without any expression.

However, when the two turned around, many Cultivators present recognized their identities.

“Silver Feather Emblem, they actually have the Silver Feather Emblem embroidered on them. These are Disciples of Feiyu Hall!”

“There’s a good show to watch. The Saints of the Qilin Mansion, Azure Dragon Mansion, and Black Tortoise Mansion have encountered Disciples of Feiyu Hall. These three Saints are here to cause trouble, and since these Disciples of Feiyu Hall have stood up, it seems a big incident is about to happen!”

“The struggle between Dragons and Tigers is not something we can get involved in. Say no more!”

The Cultivators present were all smart people. This was a struggle between top-tier forces. Who among them dared to step forward?

It was already good enough to be able to witness it firsthand!

“Disciples of Feiyu Hall, you’ve come at just the right time!”

Jing Chumo’s Face was cold, without any apprehension, only unbridled mockery!

Standing behind him were the Six Mansions and Twelve Caves. If these forces had not allied, even if he were a Saint of the Qilin Mansion, he would not dare to disregard others so much!

But today, he was fearless!