154: Chapter 154 The Actions of Tianmen

As time passed, the emerald green light pierced directly through the stone tower, growing increasingly intense, and eventually transformed into a pillar of light that soared into the sky.

Head Monk Liansheng stood outside the tower, gazing at the pillar of light, his eyes filled with shock.

"Nine generations of accumulation have reached Perfection today. Once Venerable Miaodi emerges from seclusion this time, I fear the entire Dongxuan Continent will be shaken by it."

Meanwhile, on a distant island overseas.

The Grey-robed Swordsman Jian Wuhen sat cross-legged on a reef.

Spread out before him was the ancient animal skin scroll obtained from the Divine Palace.

"I never expected that in my lifetime, I would be able to obtain such a supreme treasure of the Dao of the Sword! If I can comprehend it, my Dao of the Sword will surely advance further."

Watching the Sword Intent continuously emanating from the animal skin scroll, Jian Wuhen's face flushed slightly from overwhelming excitement.

Taking a deep breath to calm his emotions, Jian Wuhen slowly infused his own Sword Intent into the ancient scroll.

The blurred patterns on the ancient scroll actually began to slowly wriggle, as if they had come alive.

"Hmm!? What is going on..."

Jian Wuhen's expression changed.

The next moment, countless sharp Sword Intents, like beams of light, shot out.

Jian Wuhen only felt his vision blur, and then he was completely swallowed by the sword light.

When he opened his eyes again, he found himself in a strange world.

There was no sky, no earth, only the endless Void Realm.

In the Void Realm, countless swords were suspended.

He did not recognize any of the swords here, but the Sword Intent emanating from their blades made his spirit tremble incessantly.

"The Sword World... Could this be the legendary Sword World!"

Jian Wuhen slowly reached out his hand and gently touched the sword closest to him.

The moment his fingertip touched the blade, a vast amount of information flooded into his Sea of Consciousness like a tide.

It was the Dao of the Sword insights left behind by a swordsman from an unknown era, covering everything from sword techniques to Sword Intent, and even Sword Heart and Sword Soul—each aspect comprehensive and refined.

Jian Wuhen closed his eyes and quietly meditated on it.

After a long time, he opened his eyes, his face full of shock.

"What a Sword World..." His fingers trembled uncontrollably. "With this Sword World, why worry about failing in the Dao of the Sword?"

Without the slightest hesitation, he reached directly for the second sword.

Meanwhile, as Xia Jin and the others were in seclusion, on the Tianqi Continent.

On a towering mountain peak stood a grand hall, with the two characters "Tianmen" carved above the gate.

Inside the hall, Li Chen sat gloomily on a chair below, his gaze fixed on the three figures above.

The three of them sat cross-legged on a high platform, their auras obscure and difficult to discern. Even though they were sitting right there, they gave off an ethereal feeling, as if they could merge into the Void Realm at any moment.

They were the three Old Ancestors of Tianmen, one of the hegemonic powers of the Tianqi Continent. Their cultivation had long since reached the ninth level of the Tongshen Realm, and they would not bother with ordinary matters.

But this time, the news Li Chen brought was something even they had to take seriously.

Time passed bit by bit.

Li Chen did not urge them, simply waiting quietly.

He knew that this matter was of great consequence, and these three Old Ancestors needed time to weigh the pros and cons.

After a long while, the figure on the far left opened their eyes, their gaze falling on Li Chen.

"Li Chen, are you certain the three treasures you spoke of are real?"

Li Chen took a deep breath, suppressing the palpitations in his heart, and nodded. "Third Ancestor of Tianmen, do you think I would lie to you about such a matter?"

Li Chen's words caused the three people above to fall silent once again.

After an unknown amount of time, the figure in the middle spoke slowly. "Since you are certain, then our Tianmen will take a gamble with you."

"Presumably, that Divine Palace will not fall out with our Tianmen for the sake of a few newcomers."

Upon hearing this, a flash of joy crossed Li Chen's eyes.

This was the sentence he had been waiting for.

"Many thanks to the three Old Ancestors!" He stood up and bowed deeply toward the platform.

"This time, I will accompany you!" The figure on the far left stood up slowly and said expressionlessly.

"Yes! Third Ancestor of Tianmen!"

With the strength of Li Chen and that Third Ancestor of Tianmen, they quickly arrived before the Everlasting Valley that connected the Tianqi Continent and the Dongxuan Continent.

In just a few breaths, they had crossed the endless distance and descended upon the Dongxuan Continent.

Li Chen stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze sweeping over the strange land beneath his feet, his eyes filled with coldness.

"Dongxuan Continent... It is indeed much more barren than I imagined. However, I didn't expect that it could produce an expert like that guy."

The image of Xia Jin flashed involuntarily through Li Chen's mind.

"It's just a pity... refusing a toast only to be forced to drink a forfeit! Being enemies with our Tianmen is destined to end in a miserable defeat!"

He sneered and slowly closed his eyes.

His Divine Sense surged out like a tide, continuously spreading toward all directions of the Dongxuan Continent.

After only a moment, he opened his eyes.

A sharp light flashed in his eyes.

"Third Ancestor of Tianmen, I have found them." Li Chen turned his head to look at the Third Ancestor of Tianmen beside him and said in a low voice.

"Very well, lead the way to whichever one you want to deal with first!" The Third Ancestor of Tianmen nodded slightly, not caring much.

It did not matter to him who was dealt with first.

Li Chen sneered and pointed toward the direction of the Eastern Region. "In that case, let's go there first."

As the words fell, the figures of the two disappeared from the spot simultaneously.

Great Xia Dynasty Palace.

Inside the Imperial Study, Emperor Xia Yu was reviewing memorials.

Nowadays, in the Dongxuan Continent, no power could contend with the Great Xia Dynasty. The surrounding small nations had all sent envoys to pay tribute, their attitudes respectful to the point of being servile.

Although Emperor Xia Yu did not show it on his face, he was extremely excited inside.

The Great Xia had finally achieved something unprecedented in the hands of the two brothers.

Just at this moment,

"Little rat, quickly hand over the treasure!"

A voice, like a thunderclap, instantly exploded over the entire Great Xia Dynasty Palace!

The pressure contained in that voice caused countless palace attendants to collapse to the ground on the spot, bleeding from their seven orifices.

Emperor Xia Yu's expression changed, and he stood up abruptly.

"Who? Who dares to be so bold..."

He had no time to think, and with a flash, he rushed out of the Imperial Study.

"Your Majesty!!" Commander Qin Hu, who was nearby, followed closely behind and rushed out.

However, as soon as the two stepped out of the Imperial Study's gate, they felt a terrifying pressure descend from the sky!

The pressure was so strong that Emperor Xia Yu, the ruler of a nation, could barely stand steady!

He gritted his teeth tightly, raised his head, and looked up at the sky.

In the sky, two figures stood in the air.

Emperor Xia Yu's heart sank to the bottom.

He knew that the visitors were not coming with good intentions, and their strength was terrifyingly powerful. The pressure they were radiating alone was on the same level as his elder brother, Xia Jin.

Just at this moment,

Two streams of light shot up into the sky!

One came from Jin Wang Palace, and one from somewhere outside the palace.

In the blink of an eye, the two figures stopped in the Void Realm, blocking the path of Li Chen and the Third Ancestor of Tianmen.

The people who arrived were Leng Yuexi and Su Xuanji.

Su Xuanji, dressed in red and holding a long sword, had an extremely cold expression. Her gaze was fixed tightly on the two people in front of her, her eyes full of vigilance.

Leng Yuexi also had a grave expression. Scarlet chains circled three feet in front of her, ready to strike at any moment, clearly prepared for battle.

However, facing these two, Li Chen only glanced at them indifferently, the mockery on his lips deepening a few degrees.

"Heh." He chuckled, his gaze passing over the two of them and landing on the Jin Wang Palace below. "Little rat, what's the matter? You don't dare to come out yourself, but instead send two women to step forward for you?"

"Bastard! What are you saying!" A chill flashed in Leng Yuexi's eyes. Just as she spoke, she suddenly felt a terrifying pressure rushing toward her!

It was a single glance from Li Chen.

Just a single glance!

Leng Yuexi felt as if an invisible mountain was pressing down on her, and her body involuntarily took a few steps back.

Su Xuanji was the same; the pressure was so strong that it made it difficult for her to even breathe.

The two looked at each other and saw the shock in each other's eyes.

Who exactly were these visitors?

A single glance could render them completely unable to fight back?

Li Chen watched their reactions, the smile on his face growing more smug.

Unlike him, the Third Ancestor of Tianmen beside him suddenly felt a ripple sweep across his body, and he couldn't help but frown.

Li Chen slowly raised his hand.

A terrifying aura began to condense in his palm.

And just at this moment,

The tightly closed gate of the Jin Wang Palace suddenly opened slowly.