Battle Through the Heavens: Reap the Red Lotus Karmic Flame at the Start

After successfully controlling the situation, the giant python in mid-air transformed into a streak of black light and vanished into the void. The girl in green standing in the sky radiated youthful vitality, her delicate features possessing exceptionally soft lines, and her long green hair swaying gently in the breeze. However, the curves of her figure were somewhat exaggerated, especially the visually striking fullness of her chest, adding a unique wild charm to her seemingly gentle appearance. This girl in green was none other than Qing Lin, who had come to the Central Continent with Xun'er and considered herself Xiao Yan's maid. However, Qing Lin was currently somewhat weak. Her attack just now had used a secret technique left to her by Mingmei, a technique that allowed her to briefly unleash power and instantly control seven Dou Zun of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan; consequently, she had expended considerable energy.

At this moment, the Eagle Emperor had also stopped his movements. Although the team that had suddenly appeared wasn't particularly powerful, it was certainly not simple. The golden flames' power made him somewhat alarmed; they must be among the top ten on the Strange Flame Ranking. As for the woman before him, her unusual green pupils, capable of controlling a giant python, were something the Eagle Emperor had never personally encountered in all his years, but he had learned about them in ancient texts. They were the most feared and revered existence among serpentine magical beasts: the Azure Serpent Three-Flower Pupil.

Unlike the cautious and wary attitude of the Heavenly Phoenix Clan, the Heavenly Luan Clan members were more puzzled: who exactly were these suddenly appearing reinforcements? None of them recognized them.

Only Mu Yaoyin, though blind at this moment, smiled slightly. As it turned out, her gamble was becoming more and more correct!

"Who are you people?" Eagle Phoenix asked in her hoarse voice.

The white-haired elder among the two elders brought by Xun'er stepped forward, gave a simple bow, and said, "I have long heard of the fame of the Three Heavenly Phoenixes, but since my young lady is here today, would the Eagle King be so kind as to grant her this favor?"

At this moment, the Eagle King frowned and sneered, "Since you know me, you should also know that my Heavenly Phoenix Clan doesn't give face to just anyone."

The aura of a one-star Dou Sheng erupted without restraint, instantly enveloping the two elders. The difference between their previous and current realms after reaching the Saint level was like heaven and earth, causing both elders to tremble. However, Eagle Phoenix noticed that neither of them showed any panic; instead, there was a hint of disdain on their faces. Then, Eagle Phoenix saw a badge in the white-haired elder's hand. On the half-palm-sized badge was a small, elegantly written character: "Ancient!"

Eagle King was also suddenly startled. Just as he was about to ask a question, the old man in black took out a spatial jade slip and said, "We two old bones are no match for Eagle Phoenix, but since Miss has given the order, my clan dares not disobey!"

The old man in black spoke with a sharp edge, his tone anything but polite, especially emphasizing the words "our clan." The Eagle Emperor had already thought of a being even the Heavenly Phoenix Clan feared—the Ancient Clan! Even though he didn't claim to know much about the Ancient Clan, he could sense the clan leader's reverence for them from the few words he'd heard. If the person before him was indeed from the Ancient Clan, then he had truly bitten off more than he could chew. The old man in black holding the spatial jade slip had a clear meaning: if he crushed it, although his own strength was insufficient, someone from the Ancient Clan would surely intervene!

At this moment, all eyes were focused on Eagle Emperor. Eagle Phoenix glanced around at the opposing group, then looked at her own seven Dou Zun, all of whom had sustained injuries of varying degrees from Qing Lin's sudden outburst. That icy breath was indeed something that ordinary Dou Zun experts could not withstand. The ancient clan's sudden appearance made her failure today seem entirely understandable. Eagle Phoenix thought to herself.

"Since our ancient friends have come here, then my Heavenly Phoenix Clan will grant them this honor today," Eagle Phoenix said slowly in the end.

"However!" The Eagle King's tone shifted, and the oppressive aura of a Dou Sheng level reappeared: "My Heavenly Phoenix Clan and the Heavenly Luan Clan both belong to the category of magical beasts. I hope that our friends from the ancient clans can also give us face and not interfere in our dispute."

At this moment, everyone's expression changed. The two elders of the ancient clan, seeing Xiao Yan fighting with these people, naturally guessed that Xiao Yan's relationship with them was definitely not ordinary. Although they really didn't want to interfere, after all, they were well aware of the deep-seated hatred between the Heavenly Demon Phoenix and the Heavenly Luan Clan, it wouldn't be easy to explain to their young lady if they simply withdrew.

"Is Eagle Phoenix determined to wipe them out today?" the white-haired old man asked.

Eagle Phoenix also sneered: "Our clan and the Heavenly Phoenix Clan have a blood feud, a fact known to all the high-ranking officials in Central Continent. We will not offend our friends from the ancient clans, but we will not let the Heavenly Phoenix Clan off the hook! Attack!"

The two elders of the ancient clan were secretly lamenting their predicament. If a fight broke out, and they were also helping the Heavenly Phoenix Clan, their young lady's safety would be jeopardized. If they, as the two of them, were to escort their young lady and something happened to her, the elders of their clan would likely investigate, and their bodies might not even be preserved intact! They both knew that while they could risk their own safety, their young lady absolutely could not be harmed. However, watching the Heavenly Phoenix Clan take action would also be difficult to explain to their young lady, and their clan's pride would not allow anyone to act so presumptuously in front of them.

"What should we do?" The two looked at each other, but found no answer in each other's eyes.

The Eagle King smiled as he watched the two hesitate and struggle. He was certain they had reservations and would ultimately not make a move. As long as they didn't touch the ancient race, it would be easy to explain afterwards; it was indeed inappropriate for humans to get involved in the feuds between magical beasts.

Just then, a cold snort, like thunder breaking through the sky, came from the distant horizon. A domineering aura, capable of shattering the heavens and splitting the earth, swept over them. The powerful aura even made everyone feel as if they were suffocating and unable to move for a moment.

"That dog-like thing dares to bargain with the young lady of the ancient clan?!"

A sudden burst of raging flames illuminated the entire sky, and a figure appeared as if a god of fire had descended to earth. Terrifying flames churned wildly in his hands, followed by a clear dragon's roar. The flames transformed into a colossal dragon over a hundred feet long, spiraling upwards, its center encircling a clear palm print. The power of that single palm strike seemed capable of boiling the seas and burning the heavens!

"Low-grade Heavenly Rank, Raging Flame Dragon Seal!"

At this moment, Eagle Phoenix's pupils suddenly contracted, and it instantly transformed into its true form, the Black Feather Heavenly Demon Phoenix. A majestic Heavenly Demon Phoenix image rose behind it, and black flames swept out, engulfing the palm print.

"The Black Flame Holy Phoenix Statue!"