The First Venerable of All Paths

"Not at the Profound Realm!"

Qi Xuanlin said solemnly, "It is only by relying on the power of the Transcendent Formation that it can unleash power comparable to a half-step Profound Realm cultivator."

"A teleportation formation?"

Gu Ya exclaimed, "In the entire Qingzhou, there isn't any family or power capable of setting up a space-crossing formation, unless..."

"The Ruthless Dao Palace? I remember now!"

Suddenly, a powerful figure from a major clan exclaimed, "It's the Ruthless Dao Palace from the three great holy lands! They've come for Su Qingyao!"

Upon hearing this, the entire audience was instantly moved.

The three holy lands stand above all other sects and forces in the Nine Provinces.

Compared to sects like the Daoist Sect, the three holy lands are truly behemoths, with a history spanning thousands of years and unfathomable depths of knowledge.

Legend has it that among the three holy lands, there are at least five experts at the Tongxuan Realm.

Since Su Qingyao awakened the Ruthless Sword Dao, she naturally attracted the attention of the Ruthless Dao Palace, and it was only natural that they came to demand her.

"Does that mean Fang Xuan is doomed?"

Someone said in a deep voice, "Even the power of a half-step Profound Realm cultivator is something he can't contend with."

"Boom!"

The heavens and earth roared as the giant icy hand crashed down from the sky.

In his presence, Fang Xuan appeared as insignificant as an ant.

However, Fang Xuan showed no fear, and a burning killing intent rose in his eyes.

The Phoenix Cry Sword in his hand blazed with golden-red flames, transforming into a sky full of sword energy, like a curtain of swords, sweeping towards the giant icy hand.

"Sword Fire Sky Curtain!"

This is the second move of the Heavenly Fire Sword Technique, which combines defense and offense.

Its power is several times greater than that of the Spirit Fire Piercing the Sky.

As soon as the sword curtain was formed, the giant icy hand crashed down, smashing the sword curtain into pieces.

However, the aura of the giant icy hand was reduced by nearly 70%.

As the giant icy hand continued to fall, the scattered golden-red sword energy suddenly condensed into a line and slashed out.

The spiritual fire pierces the sky!

The Heavenly Fire Sword Technique, although it only has three forms, complements each other.

The sword intent remains, the sword momentum never ceases.

"Snap!"

The already weakened giant hand of ice was instantly shattered by the golden-red sword threads and slashed into the crack.

"when!"

The cold light that enveloped Su Qingyao was severely damaged and shattered.

While Su Qingyao was still in surprise, Fang Xuan appeared in front of her as if he had teleported, and once again slashed out with his sword.

One sword pierces the peak!

The sword strike, brimming with sword energy, made Su Qingyao feel a sense of life-or-death crisis.

In the critical moment, Su Qingyao wielded her longsword and unleashed three consecutive strikes, attempting to break through Fang Xuan's single sword strike, but was easily annihilated.

"snort!"

As the sword energy swept out, Su Qingyao let out a muffled groan, blood spilling from the corner of her mouth, her injuries worsening.

"Su Qingyao, you can't leave!"

Fang Xuan's killing intent intensified, and with a single sword strike, he unleashed a strange firebird that pounced towards Su Qingyao.

Sword energy burst forth, igniting the heavens and earth.

This sword strike will surely kill Su Qingyao.

"presumptuous!"

The cold female voice rang out again, and the icy ice condensed into a finger, which pressed down fiercely, crushing Fang Xuan's sharp sword energy and extinguishing the flames that filled the sky.

Immediately, a hand grabbed Su Qingyao, pulled her into the crack, and disappeared.

"Boy, I'll spare your life today, but if you ever dare to set foot in my Ruthless Dao Palace again, I will kill you!"

The woman who rescued Su Qingyao spoke in a cold voice, filled with murderous intent.

"The Ruthless Dao Palace, is it?"

Fang Xuan held his sword in mid-air, his killing intent lingering, his sword questioning the heavens.

"When I go to your Heartless Dao Palace, I will first kill Su Qingyao, then I will kill you!"

Upon hearing this, the world fell silent.

Even if that person wasn't at the half-step Profound Realm, they were definitely no less impressive.

What difference is there between Fang Xuan's arrogant words and the Dao Palace of Asking Swords Without Feelings?

That's a sacred place!

Is this guy confident or arrogant?

Even the powerful woman from the Ruthless Dao Palace fell silent.

"Fang Xuan, I'll be waiting for you at the Ruthless Dao Palace."

Su Qingyao's voice came from behind the sky, carrying the same intense killing intent.

"At that time, I will fight you to the death!"

Su Qingyao accepted the challenge.

"Fang Xuan, right?"

The woman said coldly, "I'll give you three years. If you dare not come, even if we're thousands of miles apart, I will personally kill you, including your entire clan!"

After saying that, the aftershocks of the Sky-Crossing Array completely dissipated, and the world returned to clarity, leaving everyone in shock.

Today's events have taken so many turns.

First, Zhao Qingcang conferred the title of Holy Son, and then Fang Xuan came to challenge him.

Then Su Qingyao used her Daoist origin to cultivate the Ruthless Sword Dao and fought against Fang Xuan.

Then even a terrifying existence like the Ruthless Dao Palace appeared, and even made a three-year agreement with Fang Xuan.

All of this was incredibly thrilling and exciting for them.

However, the greatest loss was undoubtedly suffered by the Dao Seeking Sect.

First, the Holy Son Zhao Qingcang destroyed his own Dao Body, and then Su Qingyao was taken away by the Ruthless Dao Palace. It can be said that two great talents were lost.

The Dao Seeking Sect is likely to become a laughing stock in the entire Qingzhou.

The one who started all of this was the young man in white standing with a sword in his hand.

It's obvious to anyone with eyes that the Dao Seeking Sect will not let this go.

Everyone shifted their gaze and, sure enough, saw that Zhao Kou and the others all had extremely ugly expressions.

They dared not stop the Ruthless Dao Palace from taking Su Qingyao away, but they would never let Fang Xuan go.

Sensing the subtle shift in the atmosphere, some clever individuals had already quietly left, distancing themselves from this place of trouble.

Once someone takes the lead, more and more people will leave.

Some would politely greet the Dao Seeking Sect, but most would simply leave without saying goodbye.

The ancient cliff remained unmoved.

Qi Xuanlin did not move.

The Zhao family of Zhongzhou did not make a move.

Chi Lin looked at Fang Xuan and said, "Boy, are you leaving?"

"Walk?"

Zhao Kou shouted angrily, "Who gave you permission to leave!"

His body was surrounded by surging spiritual energy, and his immense pressure swept across the entire area.

Zhao Kou's gaze locked onto Fang Xuan, his eyes filled with murderous intent as he said, "Boy, you've harmed my Cang'er like this, and you still think you can leave unscathed?"

"You old bastard, you really don't learn your lesson."

The Crimson Scale Demon Emperor, his demonic aura soaring to the heavens, roared, "Do you really think I wouldn't dare to demolish your shabby sect?"

"You?"

A cold glint flashed in Zhao Kou's eyes, and he said in a chilling tone, "None of you will leave my Dao Seeking Sect today!"

"Charge!"

As Zhao Kou finished speaking, the entire Wendao Mountain began to shake violently.

Array-patterned beams of light shot into the sky, completely sealing off the Dao Asking Plaza.

The protective formation of the Dao Asking Sect was personally set up by a Grandmaster of Formations. Even a half-step Profound Realm expert would not be able to break it in a short time.

"Gentlemen, please forgive me for the lack of hospitality today."

Zhao Kou glanced around and said in a low voice, "I need to attend to some sect affairs now, so I won't keep you any longer!"

Hearing that Zhao Kou had already driven them away, those who were still planning to continue observing dared not linger and quickly left.

"You two, please leave as well."

Seeing that Qi Xuanlin and Gu Ya remained motionless, Zhao Kou took the initiative to speak.

"Hehe, in that case, I'll take my leave now."

Gu Ya gave an awkward smile, grabbed Tuoba Xiaozhang and Hu Feng and flew into the air, but did not leave immediately. Instead, he landed on the mountain elephant and continued to observe.

Qi Xuanlin said nothing, his figure transformed into a stream of light, and he landed on the Azure Cloud Flying Boat.

Seeing that Qin Luoli seemed hesitant, she quietly transmitted her voice, "Don't worry about that kid. Didn't you see how calm he looks? He must have some other tricks up his sleeve. Just keep an eye on him."

Qin Luoli frowned slightly, instinctively wanting to refute.

"Alright, do you really think I can't tell that you and Fang Xuan have known each other for a long time?"

Seeing that Qin Luoli was still hesitant, Qi Xuanlin helplessly transmitted his voice and said, "If something really happens, I will personally protect him from death."

Upon hearing this, Qin Luoli summoned a glass longsword, mounted it, and landed outside the formation.

But her gaze remained fixed on the young man in white.

"Uncle-Master, are we really going to fight?"

Hu Feng said, "If that's the case, the Dao Seeking Sect will probably lose all face. It won't sound good if they get a reputation for bullying others with their power."

"How many spirit stones is a reputation worth?"

Gu Ya snorted coldly and said, "That old Zhao is shrewd. Having lost two prodigies and seeing Fang Xuan display such powerful talent, letting him go today is tantamount to releasing a tiger back into the mountains, which will cause endless trouble in the future."

"All right."

Hu Feng said helplessly, "In that case, Fang Xuan is doomed to die today."

"If nothing unexpected happens, that's certainly the case."

Gu Ya stroked his beard and smiled, saying, "However, nothing is absolute. That kid isn't stupid. Without some backup plan, how could he dare to venture into the Dao Seeking Mountain alone?"

He could never forget that when he first met Fang Xuan, the other party had disguised himself and changed his name, calling himself Xuan Tian.

The Taoist name might be fake, but he could clearly see the unique mystical purple aura emanating from it.

Furthermore, given the various methods this young man has displayed, he is likely to be inextricably linked to the Xuanmen, the most mysterious and troublesome of the three holy lands.

"The real show is just beginning."

Gu Ya felt a sense of schadenfreude.

Having provoked this guy, the Dao Seeking Sect has really bitten off more than they can chew.

Fang Xuan had no idea how Gu Ya had misunderstood.

He glanced at the group of Dao Seeking Sect elders who were eyeing him covetously, as well as the Zhao family experts from Zhongzhou, and a wildly arrogant smile appeared on his lips.

"Old dog Zhao, you really have no shame at all."

Fang Xuan looked at Zhao Kou with a mocking expression and said, "To kill me, you actually went so far as to activate the sect's protective formation. What a grand sect's style! I've truly broadened my horizons today."

"Cang'er lost to you because he was simply less skilled!"

Zhao Kou sneered, "But you killed my sect's disciples back then, and that debt must be settled!"

Zhao Kou did not conceal his voice; instead, he deliberately spread it far and wide so that everyone could hear it.

If they wanted to kill Fang Xuan again, they needed a good pretext.

Coincidentally, Fang Xuan killed a disciple of the Dao Seeking Sect, a fact that remains undisputed.

"defeat?"

Fang Xuan suddenly laughed and said, "Old bastard, you probably haven't figured out one thing. What I want has never been to defeat Zhao Qingcang, but rather..."

"Kill him!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Fang Xuan vanished into the sky like a ghost.

Zhao Kou's pupils contracted, and he shouted sharply, "Quickly, stop him!"

He also used his movement technique to try and protect Zhao Qingcang.

However, firstly, they were too far apart, and secondly, the Crimson Scale had anticipated this and intercepted him, knocking him back with a single claw.

"Hey, old man, come and fight me, the Emperor!"

Without giving Zhao Kou a chance to speak, the Crimson Scale Demon Emperor unleashed its full demonic energy and pounced on Zhao Kou.

"Stop that little beast!"

Zhao Kou, who was entangled by the Crimson Scale Demon Emperor, had no choice but to have the others stop Fang Xuan.

But no matter how fast they are, how can they outrun Fang Xuan who wields a sword?

In the blink of an eye, Fang Xuan appeared in front of Zhao Qingcang and slashed out with his sword.

"No!"

Zhao Qingcang's expression changed drastically, and he roared in a shrill voice, "Second Grandfather, save me... Pfft!"

A flash of sword light, and a fine head rolled directly to the ground.

Zhao Qingcang's eyes were wide open, his face contorted in death.

Thus, Zhao Qingcang, the Holy Son of the Dao Seeking Sect, perished!