The owner of the golden wind and drizzle at the beginning shocked the world with a knife

"Ming Wuwei is talking to Li Qingyi, but it's probably not a conversation; it's more like a threat!"

Su Chen looked at Di Yuelong and spoke.

"That's right!"

"He wants the True Dragon Pearl of the True Dragon Divine Court!"

Di Yuelong spoke.

"True Dragon Divine Court, True Dragon Pearl!"

Su Chen was slightly taken aback; he really didn't know that the True Dragon Divine Court possessed the True Dragon Pearl.

But Su Chen knew that the True Dragon Pearl was no ordinary object!
"The Sword Pavilion is handling things at the Eastern Divine Court!"

"It doesn't matter!"

Su Chen didn't care much!

The true form of the Sword Pavilion Sword Master is a sealed body, and the sealing realm is at the fifth level of the Ancestral God Realm. For now, his power is definitely sufficient!

That Ming Wuwei is nothing more than a prince of a kingdom of death!

"We'll meet up after you get in."

"If there are any changes in the outside world, inform me immediately."

Su Chen looked at the other person and said.

He was still thinking about entering the abandoned ancient city not far away. Although he had already collected and killed the wronged souls and the figure in the city, Su Chen really didn't know what was inside, and he still wanted to investigate.

"I need to get in as soon as possible. The people from the Temple of the Underworld should have already set off and might have sealed off the area in advance. Once sealed off, the surrounding teleportation will inevitably be cut off, and I may not be able to contact you!"

Di Yuelong spoke up!

The Yama Temple is moving very quickly these days!
She also needs to get to the site as soon as possible!

She contacted Su Chen because she was worried that Su Chen had not yet entered the Ancient Moon Island ruins!

The two have cut off contact!
The moment the connection was severed!
An item appeared in Su Chen's trading list.

It is the true Dragon Ball!
This refers to the True Dragon Pearl of the True Dragon Clan that Emperor Di Yuelong of the Nine Fiends Divine Court mentioned earlier!

"I didn't expect that we had just been talking about the Dragon Balls and they've already arrived!"

Su Chen clicked on the trade!
[Obtained one True Dragon Pearl from the True Dragon Clan and one Black Lottery Card!]

"Hmm? This Dragon Ball seems to be quite extraordinary!"

Su Chen stared at the black lottery card he had received, his expression slightly taken aback.

Getting a black lottery card these days isn't so easy!
This True Dragon Ball can actually be exchanged for a black lottery card; it must be something special. Su Chen immediately investigated the information about this True Dragon Ball.

True Dragon Ball!
The pearl, born from the ancestral land of the True Dragon Clan and imbued with the aura of the True Dragon, contains immense power that can stimulate the bloodline of the True Dragon Clan and enhance one's own True Dragon aura.

"That's it?"

Su Chen wasn't particularly interested in the True Dragon Ball!

He then traded the Dragon Ball back.

Seeing the newly appeared black lottery cards, combined with the ones he already had, the number was already quite considerable. Su Chen directly drew another black lottery card.

[Consuming 1 Black Lottery Card grants a Tier 3 Ancestral God Realm Unlock Card, exclusive character: Illuminating Lamp; grants 300 years of Celestial Immortal Power, exclusive character: Six-Pound Robe! Grants Ancestral Artifact: Sword God Shadow! Suitable character: Li Qingyi!]

"Hmm? This has enhanced the strength of the Illuminating Lantern and the Six-Pound Robe!"

Su Chen looked at the prompt!

The Ancestral God Tier 3 Unlock Card of the Illuminating Lamp is relatively normal, but Liu Zhuyi's three hundred years of Celestial Immortal power is somewhat extraordinary. Currently, the Celestial Immortal realm corresponds to the Ancestral God realm; it's unknown to what extent this three hundred years of Celestial Immortal power will elevate Liu Zhuyi's strength!

The last ancestral artifact puzzled Su Chen.

Suitable for the character Li Qingyi!
It's not "exclusively for" but "suitable." In any case, this ancestral artifact was most likely prepared for Li Qingyi.

Su Chen examined the ancestral artifact called "Sword God Shadow".

The image of the strong: Sword masters can leave a trace of their own image in this ancestral artifact.

When Li Qingyi uses the Sword God Shadow, a powerful figure will appear to assist her.

One person can have one photo taken, or multiple people can have one photo taken!

"What an extraordinary ancestral artifact! Is it because they feel that Li Qingyi's combat power is somewhat insufficient after becoming the ruler of the Eastern Divine Court?"

Su Chen pondered to himself.

Unlike Ji Wuxia, Li Qingyi's strength is indeed relatively weak.

But with this ancestral artifact, the Sword God Shadow, even if Li Qingyi's own strength is slightly inferior, she is still enough to make people wary!

Moreover, the current Sword Master is a fifth-level Ancestral God Realm expert. If he were to also leave a phantom of sword intent within the Sword God's Shadow...

Although it says "one person, one photo", the following sentence "multiple people can take photos" shows that this ancestral artifact is extraordinary!
Su Chen traded away all the relevant items!
Let it return to the Eastern Divine Court
Then, his gaze fell on the abandoned ancient city again, and with a swift movement, he rushed into the city!
Although the ancient city is now abandoned, it still exudes a sense of ancient vicissitudes.

Especially the dense aura of bloodlust emanating from the dilapidated city walls, enough to imagine the fierce battle that took place here in the past.

The entire city is abandoned, and some places even give the impression of being so fragile that they would be weathered away by a gentle breeze.

No corpses were found within the city.

The bats that flew out from Yuan Suiyun's body quickly covered the entire city to investigate.

"My lord, in the center of the city, there is a tomb where countless corpses are laid out!"

Yuan Suiyun spoke up!

"Tomb?"

Su Chen's expression shifted slightly.

It seems that the "corpse carrier" outside the city was responsible for collecting corpses and sending them into this tomb.

However, it seemed to have lost its mind and could not distinguish which were the corpses of the city's defenders and which were the corpses of the enemy, so much so that it emptied the area around the city of corpses.

"What about other places?" Su Chen asked.

"There is also a city lord's mansion, which has collapsed halfway. Judging from the remaining aura, that should be the residence of the figure who just appeared."

Yuan Suiyun replied.

"Let's go to the City Lord's Mansion first!"

Su Chen gave the order.

Yuan Suiyun immediately led the way, taking Su Chen towards the City Lord's Mansion.

Su Chen planned to collect the corpses from the tomb later. His immediate priority was to go to the city lord's mansion and see if any treasures were hidden there.

Although the destroyed figure was in a state of mental chaos and its body might just be a product of resentment condensed and revived after death, it was still a powerful figure at the ninth level of the Ancestral God Realm in life, which should be considered a top expert in this world.

His stronghold—the City Lord's Mansion—must be investigated; perhaps there will be unexpected gains.

the other side.

Outside the ruins of Guyue Island.

Di Yuelong's figure appeared quietly.

"Luckily, we made it in time. The people from the Yama Temple haven't arrived yet."

Di Yuelong murmured to herself.

boom!
However, before she could finish speaking!
A terrifying aura suddenly erupted from outside Ancient Moon Island. This aura was incredibly powerful and earth-shattering!
For a moment, all the cultivators on Ancient Moon Island were filled with shock and fear, unable to understand why such a terrifyingly powerful expert had descended upon this place.

"coming!"

Di Yuelong's expression hardened.

She didn't dare to delay and immediately sped towards the entrance of the ruins!

"From this day forward, Ancient Moon Island is under the control of the Yama God Temple! Anyone wishing to enter the ruins of Ancient Moon Island must obtain permission from the Yama God Temple!"

A grand voice echoed in the void, carrying an undeniable majesty.

The moment the sound rang out, the crowd gathered at the entrance of the ruins stirred into a frenzy. Many people's expressions changed drastically; they were already preparing to enter the ruins.

Some people couldn't contain themselves and moved quickly, trying to rush in before the blockade was completed!

The fact that the Yanshen Temple went to such great lengths to seal off the site precisely indicates that something extraordinary or a rare opportunity must have appeared within it!
Several figures rushed toward the entrance to the ruins without regard for their own safety!

Bang!Bang!Bang!
However, just as these people approached the entrance, a terrifying force descended like an invisible giant hammer, striking them precisely. Before they could even scream, their bodies instantly shattered, turning into puffs of blood mist, their very forms and souls utterly destroyed!

Immediately afterwards, a figure appeared like a ghost before the entrance to the ruins, exuding a chilling aura!
"It's Venerable Mingyan! The representative sent by the Yama God Palace to Zhulu Sea, he's a powerful expert at the second level of the Ancestral God Realm!"

Someone in the crowd recognized the newcomer and exclaimed in surprise.

Before he finished speaking, five more figures with imposing auras appeared one after another beside Venerable Netherflame.

The aura emanating from these people had all reached the Ancestral God Realm level!

"It's people from the Five Great Divine Courts! They've come too!"

"Could the discovery of the Divine Court ruins within the Ancient Moon Island be anything but simple, attracting the attention of so many powerful forces simultaneously?"

Some people were puzzled.

"I'm afraid it's not that simple..." Some people whispered, speculating that there was more to the story than met the eye.

"This is troublesome! We have to register to enter the ruins. Once we're registered, our every move will probably be monitored. Will we still have control over what we find inside?"

Someone gazed at the entrance to the ruins, so close yet so far, and spoke in a low voice, their face grim. Hearing this, the expressions of many around them shifted between light and shadow.

Once their actions are monitored, their loot at the site may no longer belong to them.

For a time, many people began to have second thoughts and retreated, choosing to wait and see.

The Sea of ​​Conquest has always been a place where hidden talents abound, with countless powerful figures lurking in the shadows. The domineering actions of the Yama Temple and the Five Great Divine Courts will inevitably attract even more discontent and attention from these powerful individuals.

Then we'll see if the Temple of Hell and the Five Great Divine Courts can withstand the pressure.

If they can't hold out, these independent cultivators might still have a chance to sneak in during the chaos.

the other side.

Eastern Divine Realm.

The original location of the True Dragon Divine Court, now the central hub of the Eastern Divine Court.

The atmosphere inside the main hall of the Divine Court was somewhat solemn.

The newly appointed Emperor of the Eastern Divine Court, Li Qingyi, sat regally in the main seat.

She was once the sect leader of the Chunyang Sword Sect, but now her status is different.

Prince Ming Wuwei of the Kingdom of Death stood in the hall, his gaze fixed on Li Qingyi, a hint of undisguised amazement flashing deep in his eyes.

He could hardly believe that this woman, whose strength didn't seem to be top-tier, could become the ruler of a divine court.

Although her personal cultivation level may not be the highest, after becoming the Emperor of the Eastern Divine Court, she naturally exuded a formidable aura of majesty.

"Greetings, Eastern Emperor!"

Ming Wuwei spoke, breaking the silence in the hall.

"I wonder how the matter I mentioned earlier is progressing with the Sword Pavilion?"

"Could you part with the True Dragon Pearl that you obtained from the True Dragon Clan? If Your Majesty is willing to grant this request, my Kingdom of Death can represent the core of the Primordial Starfield and formally recognize the status of the Eastern Divine Court."

Ming Wuwei explained his purpose.

His main goal in coming to the Eastern Divine Court was that True Dragon Pearl.

He was originally ordered to assist the True Dragon Divine Court, but unexpectedly, even after receiving support from the powerful warriors of the Deer Chasing Sea and even the Golden Dragon King, the True Dragon Divine Court was still annihilated by the Sword Pavilion with overwhelming force.

The mysterious master of swordsmanship in the Sword Pavilion possessed terrifying strength. He fought against three opponents single-handedly, not only killing them all, but also ultimately perishing and dissipating. However, the combat power he displayed was enough to shake the world.

It was precisely because the master of swordsmanship seemed to have fallen that Ming Wuwei felt confident enough to ask the newly appointed Eastern Divine Court Emperor Li Qingyi for the True Dragon Pearl.

"We do have the True Dragon Balls."

Li Qingyi's tone was calm, revealing no emotion.

"But, Your Highness, what price are you prepared to offer in exchange?"

The true dragon pearl has been sent to the Deer Chasing Sea. Once it arrives, Su Chen will be able to assess its value and determine the terms of the transaction.

What she needs to do right now is to stall for time as much as possible.

"Your Highness, your so-called 'acknowledgment of the Eastern Divine Court's status' is probably not as valuable as a precious True Dragon Pearl. The True Dragon Pearl is an ancestral artifact!"

Li Qingyi continued, her tone calm yet resolute.

"This...is this what the Sword Pavilion wants?"

Ming Wuwei's eyes narrowed slightly, and a hint of displeasure flashed through his mind.

He was quite dissatisfied with the response from the Sword Pavilion after waiting for so long.

boom!
The moment Ming Wuwei finished speaking!

One of his attendants suddenly stepped forward, and a terrifying pressure from the Ancestral God Realm instantly filled the entire hall like a tidal wave, sweeping towards Li Qingyi on the throne!

However, this oppressive aura had not yet reached Li Qingyi—

Clang!
A sharp and unparalleled sword aura appeared out of thin air, easily cleaving through the pervasive pressure as if cutting through thin paper!

Immediately afterwards, a blurry figure, yet exuding a sharp sword intent, quietly appeared behind Li Qingyi.

The shadow's aura was restrained, but the fleeting sword intent just now caused the pupils of the followers behind Ming Wuwei to shrink slightly.

Although the aura of this shadow seemed to be only around the first level of the Ancestral God Realm, the purity and sharpness of its sword intent was somewhat similar to that of the Sword Forging Mountain Master of the Sword Pavilion before—Heavenly Sword Murong Yanyu!

This is precisely the image of a powerful figure contained within the ancestral artifact "Sword God Shadow" that Li Qingyi obtained from Su Chen, originating from the Heavenly Sword Murong Yanyu.

When Su Chen sent the traded items back, the top experts of the Sword Pavilion, such as the Sword Dao Master, Heavenly Sword Murong Yanyu, Liu Zhuyi, and Juan Shoutian, had already left their own sword intent shadows in the "Sword God Shadow".

It can be said that Li Qingyi, though seemingly sitting alone in the main hall, is actually surrounded by many powerful swordsmen who remain hidden.

"This place is the Eastern Divine Court, not the Kingdom of Death."

Li Qingyi looked calmly at Ming Wuwei, her voice clear and firm.

“Your Highness, I am well aware that the Kingdom of Death has a profound foundation and great strength. But Your Highness should also understand that you are just a prince, and moreover, you are merely envoys. You have very little authority in the affairs of the outer realm divine court.”

"Now, the Eastern Divine Realm is under the rule of my Eastern Divine Court, and I am the Emperor of the Eastern Divine Court."

Upon hearing this, a cold glint flashed in Ming Wuwei's eyes, his heart filled with surprise and uncertainty.

He didn't understand why Li Qingyi was suddenly so forceful. Hadn't the strongest sword master already fallen?

Could it be that the Sword Pavilion is hiding other top-tier experts who are unknown to the public?
"No... the Sword Pavilion Master seems to have never truly shown himself..."

His heart skipped a beat as a possibility occurred to him.

Below Sword Pavilion are four major branch forces: Sword Tower, Sword Casting Mountain, Sword Debate Sea, and Sword Sealing Tower.

The person who can command these four major forces, that mysterious Sword Pavilion Master, is probably even more unfathomable in strength!
Li Qingyi's confidence at this moment may come from the Sword Pavilion Master who has never shown his face!
"Eastern Emperor, let's not beat around the bush. What conditions do you require for you to exchange the True Dragon Pearl for mine?"

Suppressing his surprise and doubt, Ming Wuwei spoke again, his tone much gentler.

"To be frank, the True Dragon Pearl is far less important to your human race than it is to my Kingdom of Death."

“The True Dragon Pearl is a treasure of the ancestral divine artifact level.” Li Qingyi looked directly at Ming Wuwei and stated her conditions directly.

"If you wish to make an exchange, so be it. Your Highness, please also offer an Ancestral Divine Artifact in exchange."

"what?!"

"An ancestral artifact?!"

Ming Wuwei's expression changed. He hadn't expected Li Qingyi to have such a big appetite, asking for an Ancestral Artifact right off the bat!

"Of course, if Your Highness feels it is inappropriate, you may choose not to change it. I have already stated the conditions; the decision is entirely up to Your Highness."

Li Qingyi remained calm, as if she were discussing an ordinary object.

This True Dragon Pearl might have been somewhat beneficial to the Heavenly Strategy True Dragon, but the Heavenly Strategy True Dragon seemed to have no intention of changing its own bloodline foundation, so it didn't urgently need it. Otherwise, Li Qingyi wouldn't have so easily agreed to trade with Ming Wuwei.

"Eastern Emperor, how precious are the Ancestral Divine Artifacts? How could they be taken out so easily?"

Ming Wuwei looked troubled, but after a moment of contemplation, he changed the subject.

"However... since His Majesty is so straightforward in stating the price directly, showing his sincerity, then this prince will not haggle any further!"

As he spoke, he flipped his hand, and an ancient-style book, exuding a sharp sword aura, appeared in his hand.

Sword energy swirled around the surface of the book, and the moment Li Qingyi's gaze fell upon it, she seemed to sense a terrifying sword intent filled with killing and destruction contained within it.

"This is a core sword technique left behind by the 'Slaughtering Sword Sect,' which was long ago destroyed in the core region of the Primordial Starfield—'Sword Star.' Its value is absolutely equivalent to an Ancestral Artifact!"

As Ming Wuwei spoke, he gently pushed with his palm.

The ancient sword manual transformed into a streak of light and flew steadily to Li Qingyi's side.

Li Qingyi reached out her delicate hand and caught the sword strike.

The moment her fingertips touched the sword technique, the sword energy she cultivated within her body involuntarily fluctuated slightly.

At the same time, a deep, ancient voice resounded directly in the depths of her mind:
"I am... the Sect Master of the Ancient Sword Sect!"

The voice only uttered this one sentence before abruptly stopping, leaving no trace.

But Li Qingyi clearly felt that the unique sword energy contained in the sword technique in her hand was beginning to resonate and merge with her own sword energy in a wonderful way.

“Your Highness, I’ve changed this sword manual.”

Without further hesitation, Li Qingyi waved her jade hand, and the jade box containing the True Dragon Pearl slowly flew towards Ming Wuwei.

Ming Wuwei grabbed the jade box in his hand, and after a brief probe with his divine sense, he sensed the pure and powerful true dragon aura within the True Dragon Pearl. A satisfied smile immediately appeared on his face.

"The Eastern Emperor is indeed straightforward! I believe we will have more opportunities to cooperate in the future."

Ming Wuwei nodded slightly to Li Qingyi, but his mind was racing.

"Li Qingyi was able to make such a decisive decision with almost no hesitation... It seems that her position as emperor is not that of a puppet, but rather that she wields considerable power. Perhaps... we can get to know her better in the future."

He took out this sword manual from the Killing Sword Sect, partly to test Li Qingyi's influence within the Eastern Divine Court.

"Ok?"

Just then, the attendant standing beside Ming Wuwei's expression shifted, as if he had received some message, and he immediately reported in a low voice:

"Your Highness, we have just received an urgent message from the capital of the Dead Kingdom, ordering us to set off immediately for Guyue Island in the Zhulu Sea."

"The news says that an unknown event has occurred at the ruins there!"

"The Temple of the God of Hell has joined forces with the five major divine courts to jointly seal off the ruins of Ancient Moon Island!"

"The imperial city demands that we investigate as soon as possible what exactly happened at the Ancient Moon Island ruins!" (End of Chapter)