The First Venerable of All Paths

"Fang Xuan!"

Having witnessed Fang Xuan instantly kill three guards, Lu Ci's eyes turned cold.

Do you know what you've missed?

He still maintained that superior attitude, his tone filled with an arrogant and overbearing air.

The way he looked at Fang Xuan was as if he were looking at a lowly ant.

However, this ant, whom he could crush at any moment, repeatedly rejected his kindness, humiliated him, and even killed his guard.

This behavior was the biggest provocation to Lu Ci.

And it happened in front of so many people.

Even so, he was still willing to give Fang Xuan a chance.

"If you submit to me now and hand over your soul and blood, I will not only spare your life, but also grant you an immense fortune."

Lu Ci said, "Remember, this is your last chance."

Fang Xuan turned his head and looked at Lu Ci, his eyes cold yet carrying a hint of mockery.

"To submit to you?"

Within Fang Xuan's body, killing intent was accumulating, condensing, and boiling.

"Do you know what happened to the last person who said that to me?"

The roar of a dragon echoed across the plains.

All the onlookers saw was a golden dragonfish hurtling toward Lu Ci with lightning speed.

His killing intent surged to its peak, and a faint dragon's might locked onto Lu Ci.

In his eyes, Fang Xuan had completely transformed into a golden dragonfish.

It also carried a wild aura that even frightened him.

He wants to kill himself?

He dared to kill himself!

But Lu Ci was, after all, a disciple of the Lu family, and he certainly had the right to be proud.

because......

Lu Ci's eyes flashed with a dark light, and an invisible divine soul power swept around him, condensing into a soul power shield.

"A second-grade Soul Master?"

Fang Xuan, now transformed into a dragon-fish, gleamed with a cold light in his eyes, and his killing intent grew even stronger.

"King's Fist, Suppress the World!"

The chilling aura of slaughter merged perfectly with Fang Xuan's will, transforming into a domineering punch that was unleashed with overwhelming force.

"kill!"

With a single punch, the soul power shield collapsed in less than half a breath.

The force of the punch did not diminish; instead, it became even more violent, heading straight for Lu Ci's head.

Fang Xuan didn't hold back with this punch, nor did he intend to.

He wanted to crush the arrogant Lu Ci and shatter his pride.

close!

Closer!

Just as Fang Xuan's fist was only an inch away from Lu Ci's face, a blue stream of light appeared on Lu Ci's body.

Although it was only a thin layer, it perfectly blocked Fang Xuan's sure-kill punch.

Fang Xuan raised an eyebrow, seemingly somewhat surprised.

This power was remarkably similar to the power released by Lu Zhao's bloodline jade pendant.

But it is even more powerful.

Seeing the surprise on Fang Xuan's face, Lu Zhao's lips curled into a cold smile.

He raised his arm and gently tapped Fang Xuan with his finger.

Blue light gathers at your fingertips, blooming like the sharpness of a sword.

"Buzz!"

As soon as the blue light shot out, Fang Xuan clenched his fists and unleashed a powerful punch.

"Bang!"

The Yuan energy exploded, shattering the fist's energy.

Fang Xuan's feet scraped the ground, sliding several meters before regaining his balance.

As for Lu Ci, he appeared to be standing still, but the ground within several meters around his feet collapsed, and dust flew everywhere.

His tightly bound hair was also disheveled, making him look quite disheveled, a far cry from the wealthy young master he had been before.

"Young master, are you alright?"

Upon seeing this, Yu Cheng's face changed.

He quickly stepped forward and helped Lu Ci up.

"Fang Xuan, you're incredibly audacious!"

Yu Cheng pointed at Fang Xuan and shouted angrily, "You lowly dog, how dare you lay a hand on my young master? Aren't you afraid...?"

"court death!"

Fang Xuan's eyes flashed with killing intent, and the Thunderfire Spear appeared in his hand, ready to kill this noisy, barking old dog on the spot.

"Boom!"

Just then, the earth shook violently, and a terrifying aura that pressed down on heaven and earth suddenly descended.

"Look, what's that?"

A gasp rang out, and everyone quickly looked up.

Within the bronze hall, beams of light shot out one after another, soaring into the sky.

Each beam of light seemed to contain an extremely terrifying power, enough to destroy this world.

Upon closer inspection, there were nine beams of light.

Under the suppression of the nine pillars of light, everyone felt that the Yuan Power within their bodies was completely suppressed.

Even breathing is difficult.

Fang Xuan felt this most deeply.

His internal energy seemed to be imprisoned.

The light on the Thunderfire Spear was dim, like that of ordinary iron.

Only the sword bone emitted a trembling sound as if facing a formidable enemy, and the Nine-Turn Golden Elixir spun even faster.

Fang Xuan frowned, suppressing his murderous intent.

But the look in his eyes as he gazed at Lu Ci and Yu Cheng was filled with icy killing intent.

"I'll let you live a little longer."

Fang Xuan had a premonition.

If he were to make a move now, some force within this bronze hall would obliterate him.

Not just him, but everyone had the same thought in their minds.

Fighting is prohibited here!

"snort!"

Although Yu Cheng was startled by Fang Xuan's gaze just now, he still maintained a tough stance.

"Kid, what are you so smug about? If it weren't for..."

"Yu Cheng!"

Lu Ci gave a light shout, and Yu Cheng immediately adopted a fawning posture, retreating behind Lu Ci.

But her eyes, still filled with resentment, glared at Fang Xuan, and she made a throat-slitting gesture.

Fang Xuan simply grinned and looked around.

More martial artists are on their way.

Fang Xuan even saw Nangong Xingyu.

"Fang Xuan!"

Nangong Xingyu also saw Fang Xuan, and was taken aback at first, then sneered, "You little bastard, we meet again. Where's that bitch Xiao Jinyu? Is she already dead?"

"Your breath stinks, did you eat feces?"

Fang Xuan replied coldly.

"Fang Xuan, you're asking for death!"

Just as Nangong Xingyu was about to make a move, a cold voice suddenly rang out.

"Nangong Xingyu, if you dare touch him, I will kill you!"

Nangong Xingyu turned her head and saw Xiao Jinyu, dressed in a long purple dress, walking gracefully towards her.

Her black hair flowed freely, and her temperament was aloof and otherworldly.

As soon as it appeared, it attracted everyone's attention.

Xiao Jinyu was stunningly beautiful, but what stood out even more was her aloof and elegant demeanor, like a celestial maiden descending to earth.

Countless eyes, some direct and some subtle, were fixed on Xiao Jinyu, their gazes filled with an inexplicable light.

Xiao Jinyu frowned slightly; the gazes of these people made her instinctively feel disgusted.

"roll!"

With a soft hum, a strange and powerful aura emanated from him, causing some nearby martial artists to retreat repeatedly.

"Half-step into the Divine Realm?"

These people steadied themselves and stared at Xiao Jinyu in shock.

They hadn't expected that this woman was not only outstanding in appearance and temperament, but also so powerful in cultivation.

Half-step into the divine realm.

Within this ancient cave, which even experts at the Divine Realm cannot enter, there is undoubtedly the most elite existence.

Even a martial artist at the peak of the Qi Condensation Realm cannot withstand more than three moves from him.

"Nangong Xingyu, who did you just say you wanted to kill?"

Having intimidated the disgusting group, Xiao Jinyu raised her chin slightly, looking arrogantly at Nangong Xingyu, a murderous intent flashing in her eyes.

If Nangong Xingyu dares to speak, she will kill him without hesitation.

"Steward Nangong, don't act rashly."

Just as Nangong Xingyu was extremely angry and hesitating whether to make a move, a voice rang in his ears.

"Fighting is prohibited here; she's deliberately provoking you."

Nangong Xingyu turned to look at Lu Ci and saw him nod slightly at her, so Nangong Xingyu frowned.

Because he discovered that his Yuan Power was indeed being suppressed.

Moreover, if he dares to make a move, he will be annihilated by the power of this place.

I almost fell for that bitch Xiao Jinyu's trick!

Suppressing her anger, Nangong Xingyu glanced at Fang Xuan and said sarcastically, "Kid, all you can do is hide behind women? Aren't you ashamed?"

"You defeated opponent are not worthy to speak to me."

Fang Xuan wasn't angry; he just let out a faint, sarcastic remark.

"you......"

Nangong Xingyu, who had barely managed to suppress her anger, nearly exploded from her body, and her eyes turned red as she looked at Fang Xuan.

They were defeated by Fang Xuan during the last attack.

This was considered a disgrace by Nangong Xingyu.

Now that Fang Xuan had brought it up again, Nangong Xingyu's eyes seemed to be spitting fire, wishing she could devour Fang Xuan alive.

However, fighting was forbidden here, and with that despicable Xiao Jinyu around, Nangong Xingyu dared not actually make a move.

"Oh."

Seeing Nangong Xingyu's impotent rage, Xiao Jinyu let out a soft laugh.

Although the voice wasn't loud, anyone could hear the sarcasm and disdain in it.

"Xiao! Jin! Yu!"

Nangong Xingyu's face twisted in pain as he growled in a low voice, "How dare you humiliate me?"

"idiot!"

Xiao Jinyu pursed her lips, turned around and walked straight towards Fang Xuan, a smile spreading across her face.

At that moment, many people felt as if their hearts had been struck a heavy blow and were about to shatter.

Why...

Why isn't her smile directed at me?

And what about Fang Xuan? He's just a Qi Gathering Realm cultivator, what makes him so special?

"I'm relieved to see you're alright."

Upon hearing this, Fang Xuan rolled his eyes.

"You did this on purpose, didn't you?"

Xiao Jinyu blinked innocently and said, "What did you say? I don't understand."

The people around Fang Xuan were practically spitting fire in their eyes.

Fang Xuan wisely remained silent.

He could tell that Xiao Jinyu was doing it on purpose.

"This bronze hall must be the real location of the cave, right?"

Seemingly noticing Fang Xuan's embarrassment, Xiao Jinyu took the initiative to change the subject.

"It should be."

Fang Xuan glanced around and a smile played on his lips.

"The real show is about to begin."

Sensing the deeper meaning in Fang Xuan's words, Xiao Jinyu said, "Yes, I'm afraid quite a few people will die."

"When martial arts clash, there will always be a price to pay."

Fang Xuan said indifferently, "They should have been aware of this from the moment they stepped into this place."

Aren't you afraid?

Why should I be afraid?

Fang Xuan gazed at the nine pillars of light that bloomed in the sky, his eyes gleaming with a resolute determination that showed no sign of giving up.

"Anyone who gets in my way, I'll kill!"

"Boom!"

A deep, thunderous sound suddenly rang out.

The bronze gate, which had been tightly closed for many years, slowly opened at this moment, and finally swung wide open.

"The main hall is open! Charge!"

"Opportunity knocks, and I'll have a chance!"

"Baby, I'm here!"

In an instant, countless martial artists began to rush madly toward the main hall.

Lu Ci also moved.

He walked slowly into the main hall with his hands behind his back.

"Fang Xuan, you'd better not run into me inside."

Before entering the main hall, Nangong Xingyu said in a sinister tone, "Otherwise, I will show you what it means to wish you were dead!"

Fang Xuan ignored Nangong Xingyu and stared at the wide-open bronze gate, which resembled the gaping maw of an ancient ferocious beast.

The unease in my heart grew stronger.

However, on the map in my mind, the entrance to the Azure Lotus Secret Realm is right here in this hall.

"Fang Xuan, what's wrong?"

Seeing Fang Xuan remain silent, Xiao Jinyu frowned slightly.

"It's nothing, let's go."

Suppressing the distracting thoughts in his mind, Fang Xuan was about to enter the main hall when a glance out of the corner of his eye suddenly sharpened his expression, and a glint of light flashed in his eyes.

"The disciples of the Dao Seeking Sect have arrived too!"