65: Since you know my name, why don’t you bow down to me?

In the center of the Ling Dao Immortal Domain, the majestic and grand Ling Clan Main Hall stood towering above the clouds, like a sacred and inviolable heavenly palace.

The palace buildings and pavilions, with their carved beams and painted rafters, exuded an ancient and mysterious aura.

At this very moment, within the Main Hall, a gathering of the Ling Clan's high-ranking members had assembled.

Each of them wore a solemn expression, and the atmosphere was heavy.

And at the head seat in the center of the Main Hall, sat a handsome young man whose face looked to be in his twenties.

His skin was like jade, his eyes were as deep as stars, and he exuded an extraordinary and transcendent aura.

None of the Ling Clan members present dared to disrespect him, simply because he was the Ling Clan's only surviving Old Ancestor.

Although he was only at the Qi Refining Realm, the power he wielded was enough to crush everyone present.

He had, on multiple occasions, stepped forward when the Ling Clan faced existential crises, turning the tide and saving the Ling Clan from peril.

His renown spread far and wide, inspiring awe; he was truly domineering and incredibly powerful.

Even the Clan Head of the Ling Clan, who possessed a Quasi-Emperor Realm cultivation, could only stand respectfully to the side like a child, not daring to breathe loudly.

“Old Ancestor, since Blood Moon Pavilion uses the vital essence of virgin boys and girls for cultivation, this act is no different from a 邪門歪道 (evil cult), and keeping them will only harm innocent people. Why don't our Ling Family act on behalf of the heavens and eliminate the Blood Moon Pavilion!”

One of All the Elders said indignantly, his face filled with anger and righteousness.

“Indeed! Eight years ago, when Soul Extinguisher first arrived in our Ling Dao Immortal Domain, he was merely an unknown figure at the Saint Emperor Realm. Now, he is already a Supreme Expert! Only by cultivating demonic arts could he have progressed so rapidly.”

Another of All the Elders echoed, his eyes filled with apprehension towards the Blood Moon Pavilion.

“Not only that, but all Blood Moon Pavilion cultivators possess power that can crush those of the same realm! Our three Supreme Expert Realm Elders not only failed to take down Soul Extinguisher but were almost severely injured by him.”

Yet another of All the Elders added, his tone carrying a hint of helplessness and unwillingness... For a time, within the Main Hall, All the Elders spoke animatedly, their words filled with both apprehension and deep hatred for the Blood Moon Pavilion.

If it weren't for the Old Ancestor emerging from seclusion now, they would not have discovered the Blood Moon Pavilion's cruel and demonic despicable acts carried out in secret.

“There must be a backer behind the Blood Moon Pavilion matter, otherwise, how would Soul Extinguisher, a mere Supreme Expert, dare to act in such a manner on the territory of our Longevity Ling Family!”

At this moment, Ling Xiao, who was lazily leaning on the high seat in the Main Hall, finally spoke calmly.

His voice, though not loud, was full of authority, making it impossible to ignore.

“No wonder Blood Moon Pavilion didn’t flee immediately when their actions came to light!” Someone suddenly realized.

“With the Old Ancestor here, they can't escape even if they wanted to!” A clan member said firmly, full of confidence in Ling Xiao.

“That’s right, with the Old Ancestor here, who does our Ling Family fear?” Everyone chimed in, their voices filled with reverence for Ling Xiao.

“Alright, alright, instead of spending this time flattering, you should focus more on your cultivation. It’s been so many years, and you’re still at the Supreme Expert Realm.”

Ling Xiao looked at this group of his descendants and couldn't help but shake his head and sigh.

His eyes held a hint of disappointment, wishing they could be stronger.

Over the years, if a few more of All the Elders had entered the Quasi-Emperor Realm, the current Ling Family would not have fallen from an Immortal Family to a Longevity Family.

“Old Ancestor, how can you even say that? You’ve cultivated for a hundred thousand years, and you’re still at the Qi Refining Realm!”

One of All the Elders couldn't help but tease softly.

But even though his voice was low, it still couldn't escape Ling Xiao's ears.

He looked at this Elder with a smile.

“Oh, it’s you again, old fellow. It seems I, your Old Ancestor, should find some time to properly reward my Seven Wolves!”

“Hehe, Old Ancestor, this junior was just joking with you, do you believe me?” That Elder immediately panicked and quickly offered a fawning smile.

“Do you think I believe you?” Ling Xiao smiled faintly, then said seriously: “Getting back to the main topic, the Blood Moon Pavilion is definitely not as simple as you imagine. The power behind it might even be an Immortal-level force!”

His tone became serious, causing everyone present to feel a tightening in their hearts.

“An Immortal-level force! Old Ancestor, if that’s the case, should we strike first?”

The current Clan Head of the Ling Clan couldn't help but ask respectfully from the side, his expression also very solemn.

He was clearly full of apprehension towards an Immortal-level force.

However... it was at this very moment.

Ling Xiao suddenly sensed that “guests” were visiting, and his eyes couldn't help but narrow slightly.

He slowly raised his head to look at the distant horizon, his gaze becoming extremely sharp, as if he could see through everything.

“They’ve already struck first and come knocking on our door!”

“What!” Everyone was immediately startled upon hearing this, their faces filled with disbelief.

“To dare to directly kill their way into our Longevity Ling Family's territory, could it be that the power behind the Blood Moon Pavilion is truly an Immortal force?!”

“Whether it is or not, we’ll know once we go out and see.”

With that, Ling Xiao stood up and walked leisurely towards the outside.

His steps were light and firm, as if nothing could impede his progress.

Seeing this, everyone also followed behind him, instantly arriving above the Main Hall.

In just a moment, a strange crimson divine light was seen calmly streaking across the sky from the horizon, rushing towards them!

The crimson divine light was extremely fast, carrying endless pressure and destructive intent.

Wherever it passed, it swept away everything, unstoppable!

And its target was precisely the crowd standing above the Ling Clan Main Hall!

“Retreat quickly!”

Ling Xiao, standing at the entrance of the Main Hall, sensed the terrifying power contained within this strike and quickly signaled for everyone to retreat.

At the same time, he saw the immortal power in his palm suddenly gather, and then he struck out with a palm towards this crimson divine light.

In an instant, the two forces collided, causing a world-shaking, terrifying explosion.

The power of the explosion was extremely strong, and the light it produced was also very dazzling!

Even just the aftermath caused sand and stones to fly and strong winds to howl within the Ling Clan's territory!

“Since you’ve come, why don’t you show yourself?”

As he spoke, Ling Xiao’s expression couldn’t help but become somewhat solemn.

Because he had actually sensed a Quasi-Emperor aura from that crimson divine light just now.

Possessing a Quasi-Emperor and daring to directly attack his Ling Clan, it must undoubtedly be an Immortal-level force.

“A mere Longevity Family dares to lay a hand on This Imperial Son’s people. Truly audacious!”

Accompanying this incomparably domineering voice that resounded throughout the Ling Clan, the void immediately blossomed.

The light was dazzling and blinding, making it impossible to look directly at it.

Immediately after, Xuan Tianchen appeared above the Ling Clan, bringing Soul Extinguisher and the experts from the Blood Moon Pavilion.

“Imperial Scion?”

The Clan Head of the Ling Clan's expression immediately froze, and his voice couldn't help but tremble as he exclaimed, “You are the Xuan Clan Imperial Son, Xuan Tianchen!”

Upon hearing this, Ling Xiao’s expression also instantly became extremely solemn.

Although he had been in seclusion for many years and didn't know about Xuan Tianchen, a figure who had become famous throughout the Upper Heavens in recent years.

But the behemoth that was the Xuan Clan was certainly not unfamiliar to him!

He had originally thought that an Immortal-level force had arrived, but he had never expected it to be someone from an Imperial Clan.

“Since you know This Imperial Son’s prestige, why do you not bow down?”

Xuan Tianchen stood with his hands behind his back, high above, looking down at the people within the Ling Clan's territory with a condescending posture.

His eyes were cold and arrogant, as if he was looking at a group of ants.

“As expected of an Imperial Clan Imperial Son, truly domineering!”

Ling Xiao and Xuan Tianchen met each other's gaze, and Ling Xiao also spoke calmly, neither humble nor arrogant.

Although his expression was solemn, his eyes revealed determination and unyielding spirit.

[Ding Dong, Child of Destiny present]

[Name: Ling Xiao]

[Realm: Qi Refining Realm (100,000 years)]

[Identity: Current Old Ancestor of the Longevity Ling Family]

[Cultivation Techniques: Ling Dao Heavenly Punishment (Imperial-tier), Great Dao Towards Heaven (Imperial-tier), Qi Refining Essentials (Qi Refining-tier)]

[Magical Artifacts: None (All things can be swords)]

[Destiny Value: 300,000 points]

Xuan Tianchen looked at Ling Xiao's personal attributes and couldn't help but raise his handsome eyebrow: Qi Refining for 100,000 years, all things can be swords, interesting!

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