263: The Joy of the Nine-Rank Lotus Platform

“It's right here, within this lotus platform?”

Chu Xuan was instantly stunned.

Although this lotus platform appeared ordinary, it exuded an extraordinary aura, a presence far superior to Spiritual Qi, that drifted over, giving one a sense of peace.

However, her eyesight naturally couldn't discern that this object was an Immortal Artifact.

She also couldn't have imagined that Su Changqing would actually use a top-tier Immortal Artifact as a place for amusement.

Of course, let alone Heavenly Martial Continent, even in the Immortal Realm, probably no one would dare to use an Immortal Artifact of such quality for such playful antics.

If those Great Masters of the Immortal Realm were to see it, they would likely be furious and curse.

What a waste of heavenly treasures, simply a waste of heavenly treasures!

Of course, Su Changqing naturally wouldn't care about the so-called external opinions. Besides, how could playing like this be a waste of heavenly treasures? It was clearly developing new uses.

A few days passed quickly.

During these days, Su Changqing visited his Senior Sister and Revered Master, experiencing the new gameplay with both of them. It must be said that the feedback was excellent.

As for the Purple Gauze Ribbon, Su Changqing directly gave it to his Senior Sister.

With the Immortal Artifact's enhancement, the two Senior Sisters' strength increased by at least two to three times.

This point was not false in the slightest.

After all, it was a genuine Immortal Artifact, and the power it unleashed was extraordinary.

Their Early Stage Saint Realm cultivation allowed them to easily kill ordinary Middle Stage Saint Realm Martial Artists. They could even fight against Late Stage Saint Realm Martial Artists.

Of course, whether they would ultimately win was hard to say.

“Changqing, you’re here.”

After leaving Lingyun Peak, Su Changqing went to Ancestor Xuan's residence.

In these past few days, Ancestor Xuan had also been secluded, consolidating his cultivation.

Although he had a Breakthrough to the Emperor Realm, his cultivation still needed to be consolidated, otherwise, it was very likely to cause damage to his Foundation.

Su Changqing said with a chuckle:

“Congratulations, Ancestor Xuan, on the further refinement of your cultivation.”

Ancestor Xuan laughed heartily upon hearing this:

“You little rascal, you’re teasing me now. Although my cultivation has improved quite a bit these past few days, compared to you, it’s still far behind. Your cultivation has not only reached the Peak of the Saint Realm, but from you, this old man feels a hint of terror.

This old man even feels that even if I go all out, I might not be able to defeat you, and I might even be severely injured.”

Feeling Su Changqing's strength, Ancestor Xuan spoke these words.

After his Breakthrough to the Emperor Realm, his perception of cultivation strength naturally became more sensitive.

And Su Changqing's current strength had seen a significant improvement compared to a few days ago.

At that time, he was already capable of resisting that Emperor Realm God. Now that his strength had surged, he might not even lose if he faced an Emperor Realm Expert again.

In other words, although Tai Xuan Sect currently seemed to have only one Emperor Realm Martial Artist, in reality, there were two.

Su Changqing smiled slightly and didn't refute.

After all, his Burning Sky Blue Flame could injure Emperor Realm Experts, and with all his various methods combined, he might even win against an Emperor Realm Expert.

“It’s good that you’re here; there’s something I need to discuss with you.”

Ancestor Xuan's tone shifted as he spoke.

“What is it?”

“These past few days, this old man has increasingly felt that the East Sea is not peaceful. The fellows there also seem a bit restless. Several races near the East Sea have been slaughtered clean. They seem to be coming ashore, and they’re doing so aggressively.”

“Now that our Tai Xuan Sect suppresses the Myriad Races, if those fellows from the sea come ashore, they will likely clash with our Tai Xuan Sect.”

Ancestor Xuan expressed his concerns.

The fellows from the deep sea were clearly restless and planning to come ashore.

Or rather, they intended to contend for dominance over the land of Heavenly Martial Continent.

And this was not good news for Tai Xuan Sect.

After all, Tai Xuan Sect had just defeated the Myriad Races and hadn't had time to integrate its forces and develop before encountering the creatures from the sea.

Su Changqing frowned slightly:

“What exactly is in the sea?”

“The sea…”

Ancestor Xuan murmured, then said gravely:

“In the era a million years ago, there was a race that ruled the entire continent for hundreds of thousands of years. Not only the continent, but also the oceans, were under their rule.

But prosperity leads to decline. With the rise of the Human Race and some top-tier Myriad Races, they gradually retreated, shrinking into the ocean, and have since disappeared.”

“That race is the legendary Dragon Clan!”

Dragon Clan!?

Su Changqing’s eyes flickered with a hint of brilliance.

The Dragon Clan is an incredibly powerful race. Even the weakest Dragon Clan Martial Artist's strength far surpasses that of Martial Artists of all races at the same realm.

This is their inherent racial advantage, incomparable.

“As far as I know, among the Dragon Clan, there are likely many Emperor Realm Experts. Their strength should not be underestimated.”

Ancestor Xuan sighed.

Although he had a Breakthrough to the Emperor Realm, facing a former overlord-level force like the Dragon Clan, an existence that had ruled Heavenly Martial Continent for hundreds of thousands of years, he still felt somewhat uncertain.

On the contrary, Su Changqing said with a chuckle:

“It seems the Dragon Clan intends to restore their former ruling power. How interesting.”

“However, with me here, their hopes are probably going to be dashed.”

Su Changqing's calm words carried boundless confidence.

Dragon Clan?

So what?

Are they that impressive?

His mount, Wangcai, is not only of the Dragon Clan but also possesses Ancestral Dragon Bloodline. If he were to return to the Dragon Clan, he would undoubtedly be the next Clan Chief.

At worst, he could let Wangcai go back and run for Clan Chief, then simply lead the entire clan to surrender.

Hehe.

Of course, these were all jokes. A mere Dragon Clan, even if it had many Emperor Realm Martial Artists, was nothing to him. Even if he couldn't defeat them now, he could just use the Two Worlds Gate to escape to the Immortal Realm, and then kill his way back later.

Anyway, he had plenty of tricks up his sleeve.

Hearing Su Changqing's confident words, the expression on Ancestor Xuan's face became richer. His originally somewhat dejected look also became confident, and his brows relaxed.

“You’re right. With you, Changqing, what do I have to fear? Hahahahaha!”

Su Changqing smiled slightly, then continued:

“However, we still need to be on guard. The movements of the Dragon Clan must be ascertained. We can send those Martial Artists of all races to investigate.”

Ancestor Xuan nodded:

“Indeed, that’s exactly what this old man was thinking.”

Anyway, few of those surrendered fellows were truly loyal; they were merely afraid of death. It was perfect to use them as cannon fodder.

The two then discussed the specific details and made an initial plan.

It would be fine if the Dragon Clan made no other moves, but if they truly intended to harm Tai Xuan Sect, Su Changqing would not be merciful.

.......

Time passed quickly.

These days, Tai Xuan Sect continuously dispatched Holy Realm martial artists to scout towards the East Sea.

However, there hadn't been any major incidents recently, and Su Changqing was quite content with that, peacefully cultivating on Lingyun Peak. In his leisure time, he would secretly exchange insights with Revered Master and his two Senior Sisters, living a happy life.

However, all of this was shattered one day, a month later!

Nine bell tolls rang consecutively above Tai Xuan Sect!