150: The Anti-Union is established, the secret of heaven

The bloody battle in Yan Emperor City concluded with the disastrous defeat and retreat of the Soul Hall Alliance.

In this battle, Soul Hall lost Venerable Bing, a Five-Star Dou Zun Peak; Heavenly Nether Sect's sect master, Ming Yuan, was severely injured; Soul Destruction Heaven and Hun Tiandi's Projection also suffered significant damage, and countless strong individuals under their command were lost, leading to a substantial weakening of their forces.

Although the Yan Clan sustained some losses, under the leadership of His Majesty Emperor Yan and the decisive intervention of Xiao Chen, their foundation remained intact, and their morale was greatly boosted!

After this battle, Xiao Chen's reputation as a Six-Star Dou Zun swept through the entire Central Region like a storm!

A Six-Star Dou Zun in his twenties, with combat power comparable to a veteran Seven-Star Dou Zun, combined with the Xiao Clan bloodline, Pill Tower inheritance, dragon phoenix essence blood, and Yan Ancestor mark, his talent and potential had already shaken the continent!

Countless forces began to re-evaluate this rapidly rising young overlord and the 'Anti-Alliance' power that was coalescing behind him.

On the seventh day after the war, in Yan Emperor City, within the Emperor Yan Hall.

Inside the magnificent hall, the atmosphere was solemn and dignified.

His Majesty Emperor Yan sat high on the Nine-Fire Dragon Throne, exuding immense majesty.

Below him, on the left, was the core elder group of the Yan Clan, led by Great Elder Great Elder of the Yan Clan and Second Elder Yan Hao; on the right, sat several figures with vast and profound auras!

There was Xuan Kongzi of the Pill Tower (Great Perfection of the Heaven Realm soul, Seven-Star Dou Zun Peak)!

Venerable Feng of Starfall Pavilion (late-stage Six-Star Dou Zun)!

Sect Master Sect Master of Flower Sect of the Flower Sect (early-stage Five-Star Dou Zun, her injuries not yet healed)!

Granny Tian Yin of Sound Valley (mid-stage Five-Star Dou Zun)!

And Azure Dragon Elder (early-stage Seven-Star Dou Zun), representing Ancient Dragon Island!

Adding to them were the host, His Majesty Emperor Yan (Peak Nine-Star Dou Zun), and the newly appointed Yan Clan guest elder, Xiao Chen (Six-Star Dou Zun)!

The individuals gathered here at this moment were almost the core strength of the entire continent's anti-Soul Hall Alliance!

The strength of this lineup was enough to make any force tremble with fear!

"Everyone," His Majesty Emperor Yan's gaze swept across the room, his voice deep and steady, "the Soul Hall's treacherous ambitions, their collusion with the Outer Realm Heavenly Demons, and their attempt to subvert the continent are undeniable facts.

Although their rampant aggression was temporarily curbed after the battle of Yan Emperor City, their foundation remains untouched, and Soul Heaven Emperor's true body is even more unfathomable; the crisis is far from over.

Today, we gather here to formally establish the 'Anti-Soul Alliance' (referred to as the Anti-Alliance), to discuss grand plans and resist the formidable enemy!"

"His Majesty Emperor Yan speaks truly!" Xuan Kongzi stroked his beard and nodded, his expression grave, "The Soul Hall's 'Emperor Hunting Plan' concerns the survival of the continent and must absolutely not be allowed to succeed.

My Pill Tower is willing to spare no effort to support the Anti-Alliance!"

"Starfall Pavilion is duty-bound!" Venerable Feng's voice was like metal and stone.

"Although the Flower Sect has suffered heavy losses, we are still willing to fight to the death!" Sect Master Sect Master of Flower Sect's beautiful eyes held a murderous glint.

"Sound Valley is willing to use sound as a blade to jointly eradicate evil demons!" Granny Tian Yin's voice was ethereal yet resolute.

"His Majesty the Dragon Emperor has ordered that Ancient Dragon Island will advance and retreat with the Anti-Alliance!" Azure Dragon Elder's dragon might was awe-inspiring.

The leaders of the various forces successively expressed their stances, and the framework of the Anti-Alliance was thus formed!

"Good!" His Majesty Emperor Yan's eyes flashed with brilliance, "Since that is the case, I propose that the Anti-Alliance temporarily establish a single Alliance Leader position, to be rotated among all parties, responsible for overall coordination.

Below this, there will be an Elder Council, composed of representatives from each force, to decide major alliance matters.

Additionally, there will be various sub-halls such as the Battle Hall, Pill Hall, and Intelligence Hall, each performing its specific duties!"

"Seconded!" Everyone nodded.

This structure was relatively fair and suited the current situation.

"As for the first rotating Alliance Leader..." His Majesty Emperor Yan's gaze swept around, finally landing on Xuan Kongzi, "Fellow Daoist Xuan Kongzi is highly respected, the Pill Tower has abundant resources, and its intelligence network is well-developed.

It is most fitting for Fellow Daoist to serve as the first Alliance Leader."

Xuan Kongzi pondered for a moment, did not decline, and rose to cup his hands: "Thank you for your trust, this old man will certainly do his utmost to lead the Anti-Alliance through these difficult times!"

With the Alliance Leader decided, everyone then discussed the alliance's detailed rules, resource allocation, intelligence sharing, joint training, and other specific matters.

The entire meeting was efficient and pragmatic, demonstrating the various forces' determination to resist the Soul Hall.

As a representative of the Pill Tower and a guest elder of the Yan Clan, Xiao Chen participated throughout.

Although he spoke little, the strength and potential he displayed made all the powerful individuals present dare not underestimate him.

In particular, Azure Dragon Elder of Ancient Dragon Island looked at Xiao Chen with a hint of inexplicable deep meaning in his eyes, as if he knew something.

The meeting lasted a full day.

As night fell, the various regulations were essentially finalized, and the Anti-Alliance was officially declared established!

A massive alliance, capable of changing the continent's landscape, was thus born!

That night, Xuan Kongzi summoned Xiao Chen to a secret chamber.

"Chen'er, your trip to the Yan Realm this time was very well done!" Xuan Kongzi looked at Xiao Chen, whose aura was profound, his eyes filled with both satisfaction and solemnity, "Not only did you successfully persuade the Yan Clan, but you also broke through to Six-Star Dou Zun during the battle, greatly boosting the prestige of our Anti-Alliance!

However, the more so, the more careful you must be."

"Teacher, are you referring to... Heavenly Secret Pavilion?" Xiao Chen said in a deep voice.

"Precisely." Xuan Kongzi nodded, waving his sleeve to set up layers of soul barriers, "The Soul Hall Alliance's arrival at the Battle of Yan Emperor City was too peculiar, their timing precisely managed, as if long premeditated.

Moreover, this teacher sensed that during the great battle, there was an extremely subtle force secretly observing, and even... guiding certain directions of the battle."

Xiao Chen's heart tightened, and he recounted in detail how he had sensed Great Elder Great Elder of the Yan Clan receiving a mysterious message in Yan Emperor City and his awareness of Heavenly Secret Pavilion's hidden hand.

After listening, Xuan Kongzi's expression became incredibly grave: "Indeed!

Heavenly Secret Pavilion... this organization is even more terrifying and bizarre than we imagined!"

He took a deep breath and whispered, "According to ancient Pill Tower records and some ancient fragments, the founder of Heavenly Secret Pavilion, that Half-Emperor who touched the laws of destiny, his true identity... is very likely an Outer Realm Heavenly Demon that fell into this realm!"

"What?!" Xiao Chen's pupils contracted sharply!

The founder of Heavenly Secret Pavilion was an Outer Realm Heavenly Demon?!

"This is just a conjecture, but the possibility is extremely high." Xuan Kongzi said, "He founded Heavenly Secret Pavilion, ostensibly to observe destiny and maintain balance, but in reality, he is weaving a web of destiny that covers the entire continent, treating all living beings and even forces as chess pieces.

His ultimate goal is very likely to usher in more Outer Realm Heavenly Demons, or... resurrect his true body!"

Xiao Chen felt a chill run from the soles of his feet to the top of his head!

If this conjecture was true, then Heavenly Secret Pavilion was not merely a troublemaker, but the ultimate mastermind hidden behind the scenes!

The Soul Hall's 'Emperor Hunting Plan' was probably just one part of Heavenly Secret Pavilion's vast conspiracy!

"Soul Heaven Emperor... does he know Heavenly Secret Pavilion's true face?" Xiao Chen asked.

"Perhaps he knows, or perhaps... he is also one of the chess pieces." Xuan Kongzi shook his head, "The most terrifying aspect of Heavenly Secret Pavilion is its ability to manipulate karma and influence minds.

Soul Heaven Emperor is ambitious, but playing with fire, he may ultimately be consumed by it."

Silence fell in the secret chamber, the atmosphere oppressive.

After a long while, Xuan Kongzi said: "This matter is of great importance and should not be made public for now, to avoid causing panic.

The urgent task is to consolidate the Anti-Alliance and enhance our strength.

Chen'er, you are now a Six-Star Dou Zun, but it is far from enough to face the coming storm.

You need to grow faster!"

He took out an ancient jade slip and handed it to Xiao Chen: "These are clues to some ancient ruins where Origin Qi might exist, which this teacher deduced based on the star tower and ancient Pill Tower records.

One of them, named 'Chaos Sea', is said to be related to the ancient Xiao Clan, and might hide the secret of Origin Qi, or even... be the key to your complete bloodline awakening.

But that place is extremely dangerous; even Dou Saints might fall there, so you must be cautious."

Xiao Chen took the jade slip, his soul sinking into it, and immediately felt a vast, chaotic aura.

Chaos Sea... a tremor came from deep within his bloodline.

"Disciple understands." Xiao Chen nodded heavily.

He knew that he must become stronger to contend with the threats of Heavenly Secret Pavilion and the Soul Hall.

"Go, Chen'er." Xuan Kongzi patted Xiao Chen's shoulder, his eyes full of expectation, "The future of the continent may depend on you young people.

The Anti-Alliance has just been established, with much to be done, and this teacher needs to hold the fort at the center.

Be extra careful with the storms outside."

Xiao Chen bowed and exited the secret chamber.

Looking up at the starry sky, he felt the burden on his shoulders was heavier than ever before.

The formation of the Anti-Alliance was just the beginning.

The shadow of Heavenly Secret Pavilion and the threat of the Outer Realm Heavenly Demons hung over him like the Sword of Damocles.

"Chaos Sea..." Xiao Chen clutched the jade slip, a determined flame burning in his eyes, "No matter how arduous the path ahead, I must walk it!

For Teacher, for the Pill Tower, for the Anti-Alliance, and also for... uncovering all the truths!"

His figure merged into the night, taking a step towards new challenges.

And the continent's situation, due to the establishment of the Anti-Alliance and the initial unveiling of Heavenly Secret Pavilion's secrets, entered an even more unpredictable new phase!