257: The five major forces in Qianxingzhou!

Lü Chengtian flashed, instantly appearing outside Wuji Pavilion's Sect Protecting Grand Formation.

But just as he was preparing to head to the nearby Chiyun Sword Sect to discuss this matter with their Sword Master...

"Clang!"

A sword hum pierced the air.

A fierce, unparalleled sword light flashed from afar like lightning, carrying an Aura that seemed capable of splitting the heavens and earth in two, slashing straight towards Lü Chengtian with unstoppable force!

Before the sword light even reached Lü Chengtian, a sharp edge struck his mind, causing his gaze to narrow.

He hurriedly circulated his cultivation to quickly defend himself.

Lü Chengtian pressed his palms together, and a massive golden shield instantly formed around his body, wrapping him tightly within!

"Boom!"

The sword light struck the golden shield directly, erupting with intense brilliance and a heaven-shaking explosion!

The surrounding area for dozens of miles was instantly covered by the light and the roar.

A moment later, the sword light dissipated, and the golden shield grew dim. Lü Chengtian waved his hands, causing the shield to vanish and dissolve into a stream of cultivation energy that he slowly retracted.

"Hahaha, old man, it's been many years, and your turtle shell is still just as hard."

A hearty laugh rang out as a figure appeared in mid-air.

This man had sword-like brows and star-bright eyes. He wore a green robe and his expression was calm, but deep within his eyes, there was an extremely sharp Aura!

It was as if he could cut through everything in the world.

"Sword Born Flying Feather, you aren't doing too badly yourself. This sword of yours is getting sharper and sharper. I really don't know how you manage to improve so quickly; I'm afraid you'll reach a Bottleneck soon, right?"

Lü Chengtian shook his head and said with a smile.

Sword Born Flying Feather shook his head helplessly upon hearing this:

"Still can't cut through your shell, can I? If you want to flatter me, wait until I break that turtle shell of yours."

"Enough nonsense. I've come to find you today because of a very important matter. Hurry and come with me; we're just waiting for you among the leaders of the Five Great Powers!"

After Sword Born Flying Feather finished speaking, he flew off without looking back. Seeing this, Lü Chengtian hurriedly followed.

In a secret room, three people were sitting cross-legged with their eyes closed. Opposite them, two futons remained empty, seemingly waiting for the arrival of Lü Chengtian and Sword Born Flying Feather.

The three people present were the Saintess of Yaochi Holy Land, the abbot of Wen Yuan Temple, and the Sect Master of Xiaoyao Sect! They were all peerless figures who could make the entire Thousand Stars State tremble with a stomp of their feet!

Xuan Lingzi, the Saintess of Yaochi Holy Land, wore a plain white dress, looking like a blooming lotus flower circling around her.

At the same time, her face was obscured by a veil. The veil was incredibly transparent, yet it held a faint, ethereal beauty. Through the veil, one could vaguely see a stunning, peerless face, revealing a seductive silhouette.

Although it was just a silhouette, it seemed to make all other women appear dull and lackluster in her presence.

She sat cross-legged on the futon with her upper body erect, her hands resting calmly on her knees; this posture undoubtedly outlined her entire figure completely.

Although full of temptation, it involuntarily caused one to develop a thought of inviolability.

Beside her was the abbot of Wen Yuan Temple, Virtuous Monk De Shang.

He wore a golden cassock, his expression solemn and grave, with a monk's staff lying horizontally across his knees.

He paid no attention to the beautiful woman beside him, closing his eyes to strike the wooden fish in front of him, muttering words, but if one listened closely, it was impossible to tell what he was saying.

However, a faint, hazy golden light emanated from around him, setting him off as exceptionally holy.

The last person was the Sect Master of Xiaoyao Sect, Linghu Xiaoyao!

He was dressed most simply in a black robe, his long hair flowing loosely behind him, but his features were extremely handsome, and his starry eyes seemed capable of seeing through everything.

At this moment, he was resting his chin on one hand, staring at Xuan Lingzi to the side without blinking, occasionally showing a warm, spring-breeze-like smile on his face.

It was as if he were very covetous of Xuan Lingzi's beauty.

To this, Xuan Lingzi paid no heed, continuing to meditate on her own.

In the entire secret room, the three did not communicate at all; only the sound of the wooden fish echoed, making the atmosphere somewhat eerie.

A few days later.

Two figures flashed and appeared directly in the secret room.

It was Sword Born Flying Feather and Lü Chengtian, who had been rushing for days.

Thus, the Five Great Powers of Thousand Stars State were all gathered in this secret room.

Seeing this, the three stopped what they were doing and looked at the two who had arrived.

Seeing the situation, Lü Chengtian smiled apologetically and cupped his hands, saying:

"Apologies for keeping everyone waiting. I wonder what urgent matter requires all five Sects to discuss together? As it happens, I also have a matter I wish to discuss with you all."

Hearing Lü Chengtian's words, Xuan Lingzi also spoke up:

"I wonder what matter Pavilion Master Lü wishes to discuss with us?"

A voice like celestial music echoed in the secret room.

So, Lü Chengtian told the four about his thoughts regarding the Legacy, wanting to ask what they thought.

The others heard Lü Chengtian's words, looked at each other, and said:

"Isn't that a coincidence? We called you here to discuss this very matter."

Lü Chengtian was surprised and asked:

"Oh? You all think the same?"

Linghu Xiaoyao spoke up:

"The Legacy that appeared in the ruin this time is a Saint Lord Inheritance. As far as I know, the Saint Lord's reputation in the Eastern Region back then surpassed that of the Old Ancestors of our Five Great Powers..."

"So I am worried that if we let others compete for the Legacy... even if a Cultivator from our Thousand Stars State obtains this Legacy, I fear it will not be a good thing for us..."

Hearing this, Xuan Lingzi asked softly:

"Linghu Xiaoyao, what do you propose then?"

Hearing Xuan Lingzi's words, Linghu Xiaoyao laughed out loud and said loudly:

"Fairy of Yaochi, my idea is very simple: gather the strength of our Five Great Powers, completely blockade the Eastern Region Relic, and only allow Cultivators from our Five Great Powers to enter. When the time comes, whichever Sect obtains this Legacy will depend entirely on their ability!"

"Amitabha..."

Virtuous Monk De Shang chanted a Buddhist title, saying with a solemn expression:

"I have thought about this method, and I hold an opposing opinion, for three reasons."

"First, the opening of the Eastern Region Relic requires the joint effort of those born and raised in the 108 States. If we push things too far, what will we do if others simply refuse to come?"