The First Marquis of Daxuan

"Old Jin, how did it go? Did the Zhao family agree?"

A man, holding a roast chicken in his hand and eating with grease dripping from his mouth, asked a question.

Another person sat down opposite him, and his face was full of helplessness when he saw him like this.

"You're supposed to be a Dao Source Realm expert, can't you at least show some respect for a powerful person?"

Elder Jin said with a hint of helplessness.

Even if a Dao Origin Realm expert doesn't eat or drink, they won't die; eating is merely to satisfy their appetite.

"If we can't even eat delicious food, what's the point of living?"
"I've worked so hard to cultivate, isn't it all so I can eat whatever I want?"

Elder Sun said matter-of-factly.

"up to you."

Elder Jin said irritably, "But I'm reminding you, don't let this interfere with important matters."

"That King of Hell surnamed Huang has already arrived in Daqian. You know his temper; if anything goes wrong here, he won't forgive us."

The Yanfu Sect has ten Kings of Hell, whose status is above that of elders. Each of them is at the peak of the Dao Source Realm, and is only one step away from the Dao Extreme Realm.

Although Elder Jin and Elder Sun are elders of the Yanfu Sect, their strength is still far from that of the Ten Kings of Hell.

"Old thing!"

Elder Sun said indignantly, "One day I will trample him under my feet!"

"Be careful!"

Elder Jin was startled and quickly whispered.

"You'd better watch out if the King of Hell hears this, or he'll skin you alive!"

Elder Jin looked around, as if worried that the Yellow King of Hell might appear at any moment.

"The Zhao family is very stubborn and refuses to betray the Hengshan Sect no matter what."

After confirming that no one was around, Elder Jin slowly spoke, "If all else fails, then we'll have to resort to drastic measures."

"Why didn't you do this earlier? After I've eaten, we'll go together and beat the Zhao family patriarch into submission first."

Elder Sun said casually.

…………

The Zhao family is a vassal family of the Yokoyama sect.

The Zhao family patriarch sat in the hall, below him were a group of powerful members of the Zhao family.

Everyone's expression was extremely serious.

“Ancestor, we have rejected the Yanfu Sect, I’m afraid they won’t let us go.”

"A powerful member of the Zhao family said in a deep voice."

"I have already sent a message to Yokoyama-mune."

The Zhao family patriarch said in a deep voice, "No matter how strong the Yanfu Sect is, this is still the territory of the Hengshan Sect."

If we agree to the Yanfu Sect's request, we'll truly be courting death; the fate of the Li family patriarch serves as a stark warning.

“It’s different, Ancestor. I heard that one of the Ten Kings of Hell from the Yanfu Sect has come to the Great Qian Dynasty, and he might be nearby now. I’m afraid the experts from the Hengshan Sect won’t be able to protect us in time.”

Another powerful member of the Li family said.

"That's why I've gathered all of you together."

The Zhao family patriarch said slowly, "We must hold out until the experts from the Hengshan Sect arrive."

"But the Yanfu Sect has been making moves in many places recently, and the powerful figures of the Hengshan Sect are already exhausted. Who can the sect send over?"

The Zhao family experts all spoke with expressions of worry.

The Zhao family wasn't considered one of the top vassal families in the Hengshan Sect, so the Hengshan Sect might not care whether they lived or died.

Just then, someone rushed in.

“Ancestor, someone is outside requesting an audience. He says he is a disciple of the Hengshan Sect.”

The man shouted loudly.

"Hmm? The experts from the Yokoyama Sect arrived so quickly? Quickly, invite them in!"

The Zhao family patriarch's face lit up with joy, and he quickly said...

"No, I'll go out to greet you myself!"

Having said that, the Zhao family patriarch transformed into a gust of wind and rushed out the door.

Outside the door, a young man in his early twenties stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes taking in the surrounding scenery.

The moment he saw the other person, the Zhao family patriarch's brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.

Wasn't it said that a powerful figure from the Yokoyama Sect had arrived? How come it's just some greenhorn?

Has the Yokoyama Sect already abandoned my Zhao family?
If that's the case, then my Zhao family might as well join the Yanfu Sect.

Although he thought this in his heart, the Zhao family patriarch still maintained the outward appearance of politeness.

"May I ask your honorable name, sir?"

The Zhao family patriarch cupped his hands and spoke.

"Su Mu, the peak master of Zhenyue Peak of Hengshan Sect."

Su Mu slowly turned around, his gaze falling on the Zhao family patriarch and his group, and said calmly.

"I've heard that Elder Sun and Elder Jin of the Yanfu Sect are recruiting your Zhao family. Is that true?"

Su Mu, the peak master of Zhenyue Peak?
The Zhao family patriarch's heart stirred. He had long heard that Zhenyue Peak in the sect had welcomed a new peak master who had even defeated Yao Junhao, the peak master and personal disciple of Elder Xu.

I never imagined that the new peak master of Zhenyue Peak would be such a young person.

Even though the peak master of Zhenyue Peak is of a high status, one peak master is not enough to face two elders of Yanfu Sect.

“That’s right. They want our Zhao family to be dogs for the Yanfu Sect. Of course, our Zhao family refuses, so I asked the sect for help.”

The Zhao family patriarch pondered for a moment before speaking, "May I ask Peak Master Su, when will the reinforcements from within the sect arrive?"

Elder Jin of the Yanfu Sect said that if the Zhao family doesn't submit to them, they will wipe out the entire Zhao family.

"Already here."

Su Mu said calmly.

"They've already arrived? Where are the other powerful figures? My Zhao family has prepared a banquet..."

The Zhao family patriarch said with some surprise, looking around.

"I am the reinforcement."

Su Mu said calmly.

"you?"

The Zhao family patriarch was taken aback. "You're alone?"

"You seem to lack confidence in me?"

Su Mu glanced at him.

"I did not mean that."

The Zhao family patriarch quickly explained, "However, Peak Master Su, as far as I know, there are at least two elders from the Yanfu Sect nearby, and possibly more. You alone, Peak Master Su..."

Before he could finish speaking, two beams of light approached from a distance at an incredible speed.

boom!
Two figures then descended from the sky, landing directly on the long street.

The newcomers were none other than Elder Jin and Elder Sun from the Yanfu Sect.

The Zhao family patriarch's heart sank.

It’s over.

It's over now.

The Hengshan Sect only sent one peak master, while the Yanfu Sect sent two elders directly to their door.

He was no match for the elders of the Yanfu Sect. How could Su Mu possibly defeat two elders of the Yanfu Sect by himself?

The Zhao family patriarch's mind raced with thoughts; he was already considering whether or not to surrender to the Yanfu Sect.

"It really is the two of you."

Just then, Su Mu turned to look at Elder Jin and Elder Sun, a smile on his face, "I thought it would take some time to find you, but I didn't expect to see you again so soon."

"It's you?"

Elder Jin and Elder Sun's expressions changed, and they both subconsciously took a step back at the same time.

This scene stunned the Zhao family patriarch.

What do you mean?
The two elders of Yanfu Sect were so frightened by Peak Master Su that they took a step back.
He had dealt with these two elders of Yanfu Sect before and knew how arrogant they were.

Moreover, both of these elders from the Yanfu Sect are powerful figures at the Dao Source Realm.

How could they be intimidated by Su Fengzhu, this young rising star?
Because Xu Gu disliked Su Mu, he suppressed Su Mu's previous achievements in pacifying the Li family. The Zhao family patriarch was unaware that Su Mu had once fought against the two elders of Yanfu Sect.

But outsiders don't know, but Elder Jin and Elder Sun do.

They had fought against Su Mu and knew very well what kind of madman he was.

This guy is a complete daredevil when he fights.

Even Elder Sun, a martial arts fanatic, is now finding it somewhat of a headache.

He would rather fight several strong opponents of the same level than fight Su Mu, this madman, again.

Su Mu, this madman, not only fights recklessly, but he also has an incredibly strong physique. If you hit him, he won't feel any pain, but if he hits you, you will be seriously injured.

How to fight this?
Elder Sun and Elder Jin exchanged a glance.

Without saying a word, the two of them exploded beneath their feet and soared into the sky.

They had even forgotten the purpose of their visit; now they had only one thought in mind: to leave.

We absolutely cannot get entangled with that madman Su Mu!
The Zhao family members looked at each other in bewilderment.

Is this what is going on?
The Yanfu Sect had previously given them an ultimatum: surrender or die.

These two elders of the Yanfu Sect are most likely here to kill them.

So they arrived here and left without saying a word?

No, they said two words.

"It's you?"

All eyes turned to Su Mu.

Even if they were fools, they would have realized by now that the two elders of the Yanfu Sect had been scared away by Su Mu.

Just by standing here, without even making a single move, he scared away two elders of the Yanfu Sect.
The Zhao family patriarch was both surprised and delighted.

He originally thought that Hengshan Sect had abandoned the Zhao family, but he didn't expect that Hengshan Sect had not abandoned the Zhao family. The reason why they only sent one person was because the person they sent was strong enough!

One absolute powerhouse is worth more than ten thousand ordinary martial artists.

With such a powerful figure around, the two elders of Yanfu Sect were so frightened that they ran away with their tails between their legs. What else does the Zhao family have to worry about?
The Zhao family patriarch glanced at the group of powerful members of the Zhao family, a smug look on his face.

As I've said before, Hengshan Sect is our true strength. Can Yanfu Sect compare to Hengshan Sect?

Fortunately, we did not betray Hengshan Sect, otherwise it wouldn't just be those two elders from Yanfu Sect who are fleeing now.

"Peak Master Su, please come in! Please come in quickly!"

The Zhao family patriarch was overjoyed.

"There's no need to go in. Does anyone know where the Yanfu Sect's stronghold is?"

Su Mu said slowly.

"Peak Master Su, I understand!"

The Zhao family patriarch said in a deep voice, "These two elders of the Yanfu Sect have been active in the city 150 miles away from here. Moreover, according to reliable intelligence, one of the Ten Kings of Hell of the Yanfu Sect has also arrived in the Great Qian Dynasty. Their goal is to destroy our Hengshan Sect!"

"it is good."

After asking for directions, Su Mu nodded and said...

The next moment, his figure soared into the sky, disappearing in the blink of an eye as a point of light. The members of the Zhao family exchanged glances.

"Ancestor, what is the background of this Peak Master Su? Why did those two elders of the Yanfu Sect run away as soon as they saw him?"

After a long while, one of the Zhao family experts couldn't help but ask in a low voice.

"How could outsiders possibly know about matters between such powerful individuals?"

The Zhao family patriarch shook his head and said, "However, the fact that Peak Master Su was able to stand out in Hengshan Sect is enough to demonstrate his strength. Our Zhao family can be considered saved."

…………

Elder Jin and Elder Sun flew for over a hundred miles before stopping.

"Damn it, what's that bastard surnamed Su doing here?"

Elder Sun grumbled, "Wasn't he supposed to have gone to the Danxia Sect? How come he's suddenly here?"

"You're asking me? Who should I ask? The information I received is that he went to Danxia Sect to purchase Crimson Cloud Vermilion Fruit. Logically speaking, this matter should have been enough for him to argue with Danxia Sect for months. Who knew he would come back so quickly and come here to ruin our plans?"

Elder Jin said with some helplessness, "The last incident with the Li family was because of him, and it's him again this time!"
Is this bastard deliberately trying to antagonize us?

"What do you suggest we do now?"

Elder Sun rolled his eyes and said,

"That guy surnamed Su is a madman. Anyway, I don't want to fight him."

"I don't want to either."

Elder Jin said irritably, "Now that he's here, we have to deal with him first if we want to take back the Zhao family."

perhaps--"

"You want to call that guy surnamed Huang over and let them fight like dogs?"

Elder Sun was a clever man; his eyes darted around and he immediately knew what kind of scheme his partner was plotting.

"Don't put it so harshly."

Elder Jin said, "Yan Wang Huang is not a dog."

We've encountered a formidable foe from the Yokoyama Sect, one that we can't handle on our own. It's only natural that we need to ask King Yama for help. Isn't that perfectly reasonable?"

The two looked at each other and chuckled.

They were unwilling to fight to the death with Su Mu, that madman. It was perfect to let the tyrant Huang Yanwang deal with Su Mu, that madman.

After the discussion was completed, Elder Jin raised his hand, and a beam of light shot into the sky, flying straight up to a height of ten thousand feet before exploding with a bang, scattering into a ball of golden light, resembling a chrysanthemum.

…………

A moment later, a bright light pierced the sky.

"I knew this guy would relentlessly pursue us; he's a madman!"

Elder Sun spat and cursed.

The person who landed in front of them was none other than Su Mu.

"Su Mu, hold your hand!"

Seeing that Su Mu was about to make a move, Elder Jin quickly spoke up.

"Do you have any last words?"

Su Mu glanced at them and said calmly.

Elder Jin and Elder Sun both cursed inwardly.

But they don't want to get entangled with Su Mu right now.

"It's not a last will and testament, I just have a few words I want to say to you."

Elder Jin took a deep breath and said, "I think you were ordered to come and rescue the Zhao family, right?"
It's no use if you come after the two of us. We're just errand boys. Even if you defeat us, it won't solve the Zhao family's problem.

If you want to fundamentally resolve the Zhao family's problems, you only have one option: defeat those above you.

“That’s right, Su Mu. If you can defeat our superiors, our Yanfu Sect will immediately leave your Hengshan Sect’s territory and never bother with your Hengshan Sect again.”

Elder Sun interjected, "Think about it, isn't this a great deal?"

"Instead of fighting us first and ending up solving nothing, you might as well go directly to our superiors. That way, it'll be easier for you and save us trouble, don't you think?"

Elder Jin said.

Su Mu looked at the two of them with a half-smile.

He thought the Yanfu Sect were all outlaws, but now it seems that's not the case.

The Yanfu Sect is an organization established by martial artists from many worlds to resist the rule of the Great Qian Dynasty. It seems that there are many factions within them.

However, when a family gets big, the relationships within it do become quite complicated.

Just like the Hengshan Sect, isn't the peak master and Elder Xu Gu just hoping the other would die?

These two elders, Jin and Sun, don't seem to get along very well with their superiors.

On the other hand, Xu Gu already knew that Elders Jin and Sun had powerful connections. Wasn't Xu Gu sending him to hunt down Elders Jin and Sun just a way to use them as a tool to kill them?

Elder Jin and Elder Sun of the Yanfu Sect seem to share the same stench as Xu Gu, having both come up with this idea.

Su Mu was a little curious. Who exactly were the people above them? Why were Xu Gu and the others so confident that the other party could kill him, Su Mu?

Su Mu is not afraid of enemies that are too strong; he is afraid of enemies that are not strong enough.

Only a sufficiently strong enemy can put enough pressure on him and motivate him to improve.

"Call the people over."

Su Mu smiled slightly and said calmly.

"Don't worry, our King Yama will be here soon."

Elder Jin said.

"Since we're just idling around before anyone else arrives, why don't we have a fight?"

Su Mu's gaze fell on Elder Jin and Elder Sun.

These two elders of the Yanfu Sect are also quite powerful; they are worthy opponents.

"It's not necessary!"

Elder Jin quickly said, "I can tell you who your opponent is."

Before Su Mu could agree, Elder Jin began to speak at length, “Let me tell you, the opponent you are about to face is one of the Ten Kings of Hell in our Yanfu Sect, the Yellow King of Hell who is in charge of the Eighth Hall.”

Huang Yanwang comes from the Jiaxu Realm, and he was once the strongest being in that world.

Later, the Jiaxu realm was destroyed by the Great Qian Dynasty. Huang Yanwang escaped from the hands of several generals of the Great Qian Dynasty and then joined our Yanfu Sect.

He was a peak Dao Source Realm expert. Back in the Jiaxu Realm, he was a tyrant who killed countless people throughout his life. After joining our Yanfu Sect, he further cultivated martial arts techniques from other worlds, which boosted his strength even more.

It's no exaggeration to say that he's only one step away from reaching the pinnacle of the Dao realm.

"It sounds pretty good."

Su Mu said with great interest.

After arriving in the Great Qian Dynasty, he gained a lot of knowledge, but to be honest, he didn't see many people from other small worlds.

Speaking of this Yellow Yama, isn't he somewhat similar to the Great Heavenly Venerable of their Saha World?

They were all the strongest in their own little worlds.

It's unclear whether Huang Yanwang's strength is greater or less than that of the Great Heavenly Venerable.

A surge of fighting spirit welled up in Su Mu's heart.

Huang Yanwang may be very strong, but he may not be a match for his opponent now.

However, Su Mu was not afraid at all.

Unless the opponent is a Dao Realm expert, even if he can't beat them, he can still escape if he wants to.

Huang Yanwang is definitely not a Dao Realm expert, otherwise the Hengshan Sect Master would have already made a move.

Since they are not at the Dao Realm, what harm is there in a battle?
It would be better if the opponent was stronger than him; he needed such a strong opponent to further squeeze out his potential.

Moreover, you can also take the opportunity to see the skills of martial artists from other small worlds. Why not?
Xu Gu thought he could use someone else to do his dirty work, but little did he know that Su Mu was more than happy for him to find him more such powerful individuals.

"Where does this Yellow Yama rank in terms of strength within your Yanfu Sect?"

Su Mu asked curiously.

"It should at least rank in the top twenty!"

Elder Jin said.

"Only ranked in the top twenty?"

Su Mu said thoughtfully.

"You don't actually think our Yanfu Sect doesn't have any Dao Realm experts, do you?"

Elder Jin sneered.

"That's right. How could you possibly not have reached the Dao Realm if you've been able to fight against the Great Qian Dynasty for so long?"

Su Mu nodded and said, "By the way, where is your Yanfu Sect located? If I have the opportunity in the future, I would like to visit the Yanfu Sect."

Su Mu's visit was a genuine one.

But to Elder Jin and Elder Sun, it sounded like a provocation.

What is your cultivation level? How dare you provoke our Yanfu Sect?
Do you know that even the emperor of the Great Qian Dynasty wouldn't dare to say something like "I'm coming to visit you"?
Even if we tell you where the Jambudvipa Sect is, you still can't go there.

Elder Jin sneered, "With your current cultivation level, there's no way you could find the Yanfu Sect."

"Not now, but who can say for sure what will happen in the future?"

Su Mu smiled faintly and said, "Have you ever heard the saying 'Don't underestimate a young man's potential'?"

The Great Qian Dynasty has now set its sights on their Saha World. Su Mu is not confident that he can protect the Saha World. Who knows, he might also embark on the path of resisting the Great Qian Dynasty in the future, just like the Yanfu Sect.

At that time, the Yanfu Sect might still be an ally.

"Let's talk about it after you survive Huang Yanwang's clutches."

Elder Jin said coldly, glancing around at his surroundings.

"The scenery here is beautiful, and it's a perfect place for you to be buried. When you die at the hands of King Yama, I will give you a proper burial."

"You're welcome; it's just my way of showing respect to the strong."

Elder Jin said.

Before he finished speaking, a low rumble of thunder suddenly came from the sky.

Immediately afterwards, a blood-red dark cloud flew in at an extremely fast speed.

The sky suddenly darkened, and then the blood-red cloud swept away like a whirlwind, closing in on a single person.

A middle-aged man dressed in red robes suddenly appeared in front of the three.

Elder Sun and Elder Jin subconsciously took a step back before bowing in respect.

"Greetings to King Yama."

The two raised their voices and said, "We have encountered a powerful enemy from the Hengshan Sect. We are outmatched and have no choice but to send out a distress signal. We thank King Yama for coming in person."

The Yellow King of Hell had blood-red hair and eyebrows, making him look somewhat eerie.

He strode forward, and a layer of white frost formed beneath his feet with a crackling sound.

He glanced at Elder Jin and Elder Sun expressionlessly.

"waste."

He said coldly, "Get out of here, lest this King Yama accidentally hurt you later."

His words made Elder Jin and Elder Sun's faces turn pale and then purple.

The two elders of the Yanfu Sect cursed inwardly, but their faces remained respectful as they obediently retreated.

At this moment, the Yellow King of Hell finally turned his gaze to Su Mu.

"Although those two are useless, the fact that you were able to defeat them means you are qualified to die at the hands of this King Yama."

King Yama Huang slowly said, "State your name, for I do not kill nameless nobodies!" (End of Chapter)