I was just collecting them casually, how did the disciples become emperors?

After saying this, the head of the Sima family stood up, put his hands behind his back and continued, "Send the order and gather all the elite disciples of the family. Let's go to the holy land."

The news spread like a gust of wind, quickly reaching every corner of the holy land, and naturally, it was quickly passed back to Tongtian Peak.

For a time, the entire holy land was in turmoil and people were in panic.

When the leaders of various peaks heard that the Sima family was about to launch an attack to punish the culprits, they all gathered in the meeting hall. The originally solemn and dignified hall was now in chaos.

"This Ye Xinghe has truly caused a disaster! If the Sima family really attacks the Holy Land, we will all suffer as well!"

A peak master's face was filled with rage, and he slammed the table and shouted in frustration.

"That's right! He acted so recklessly and completely disregarded the safety of the holy land. He is simply the culprit!" Another peak master also echoed, his eyes full of resentment.

Everyone pointed the finger at Ye Xinghe.

If Ye Xinghe hadn't killed Luo Sanfeng, how could the Holy Land have faced such a thing!

When Ye Xinghe brought Zhao Changsheng and Ximen Feixue into the conference hall, they were greeted by accusations and complaints.

He frowned slightly, his eyes icy as he scanned the crowd before snorting, "Everyone, the life and death agreement was signed voluntarily by Luo Sanfeng and me. In a fair duel, he was inferior to the other player. Can you blame me for this?"

"If the Sima family uses this as an excuse to invade the Holy Land, then they are vainly trying to stir up trouble. Instead of thinking about how to jointly resist this foreign enemy, you are here blaming me. What's the logic behind this?"

A peak master curled his lips in disdain: "If you hadn't killed Luo Sanfeng, how would the Sima family have an excuse? Don't try to quibble. This matter was caused by you, and you must bear the consequences!"

Ye Xinghe laughed in anger: "Bear the consequences? Fine, then I want to ask, where were you when Luo Sanfeng wantonly insulted my apprentice and provoked Tongtian Peak?"

"Has anyone ever stood up and spoken a fair word? Now you want me to face the Sima family's wrath alone. You have a very clever plan!"

Everyone was speechless after hearing Ye Xinghe's words, and the hall fell into a brief silence.

But soon another Peak Master jumped out and shouted, "No matter what, you can't bring trouble to the Holy Land. If you still have any conscience, take the initiative to go out and apologize to the Sima family. Perhaps you can calm this storm."

Ximen Feixue's face flushed red with anger upon hearing this. He stepped forward and shouted, "You bunch of cowards! It was clearly Luo Sanfeng who provoked us first, and our Master was only acting in self-defense. Why should we ask our Master to apologize? If that's the case, Tongtian Peak will be the first to object!"

He never expected that these peak masters would only bully their own people and would not collude with each other when the critical moment came.

Zhao Changsheng clenched his fists and said, "The Sima family is attempting to annex the Holy Land. Their ambition is clear. Even if today's incident hadn't happened, they would have found an excuse to strike sooner or later. If the Peak Masters continue to retreat, it will only make the Sima family more arrogant, and the Holy Land will cease to exist."

However, these peak masters were blinded by fear and could not listen to Zhao Changsheng's heartfelt words at all.

Just as everyone was at a stalemate, a majestic and mellow voice rang out in the hall: "Stop arguing."

Everyone turned around when they heard the voice, and saw the Holy Lord wearing a gorgeous golden robe and a dazzling holy crown, slowly walking out from the back hall.

His eyes were deep, and he exuded a powerful and restrained aura that made people feel awe involuntarily.

The peak masters hurried forward and knelt together, begging the Holy Lord for a decision: "Holy Lord, this matter concerns the survival of the Holy Land. Please make the decision!"

The Holy Lord raised his hand slightly, motioning for everyone to stand. His gaze slowly swept across the crowd, finally landing on Ye Xinghe, before he spoke slowly, "I've heard all your arguments just now. What Ye Xinghe said does make sense. How could I not know the Sima family's evil ambitions? The Luo Sanfeng incident was merely an excuse for them to stir up trouble."

A peak master spoke cautiously.

"Holy Lord, the Sima family is powerful. If they truly attack, the Holy Land may find it difficult to resist. Do you have any good ideas?"

The Holy Lord pondered for a moment and said, "Although the Sima family is coming with such force, our Holy Land is not without the ability to fight back. Furthermore, we must make good preparations in the next few days."

"Each peak must strengthen the training of their disciples and strictly guard their positions. There must not be the slightest slackness."

"When the Sima family arrives, I will personally treat them with courtesy, appeal to their emotions and reason, and perhaps I can avert danger and avoid a bloody battle."

Ye Xinghe frowned slightly and took a step forward, saying, "Holy Lord, the Sima family has come prepared this time and will not be easily persuaded. I'm afraid it will be difficult to resolve the crisis with words alone."

The Holy Lord shook his head slightly. "Ye Xinghe, diplomatically, it would be best if this could be resolved peacefully. Of course, I won't be completely defenseless. If the Sima family insists on going to war, the Holy Land will surely resist."

Seeing that the Holy Lord had made up his mind, everyone still had doubts in their hearts but they did not dare to say anything more and could only obey the order and leave.

Zhao Changsheng and Ximen Feixue breathed a sigh of relief, fortunately the Holy Lord was sensible.

A few days later, spies reported that the Sima family's army was marching towards the holy land in a mighty manner. Wherever they passed, dust flew up and their momentum was magnificent.

The entire holy land was suddenly on high alert, and the heads of various peaks led their disciples to the entrance of the holy land, ready for battle.

The Sima family's army approached like a dark cloud, and the sound of horse hooves was like thunder, shaking the ground of the holy land slightly.

A row of gorgeous carriages were in the center of the team.

When the convoy stopped at the entrance of the holy land, everyone's eyes were focused on the leading carriage.

A moment later, the car door slowly opened, but the head of the Sima family did not get out of the car. Only his arrogant voice could be heard: "Saint Lord, it's been a long time since we last met. I hope you are well. I am honored to be here today. Why don't you come and help me get out of the car?"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone in the Holy Land showed anger on their faces. This Sima family head was simply going too far and was blatantly humiliating the dignity of the Holy Land.

The Holy Lord's expression darkened. "Master Sima, what do you mean by this? Although the Holy Land upholds the code of hospitality, isn't your behavior going too far?"

The head of the Sima family laughed wildly in the carriage. "Holy Lord, you must not forget that the matter of Luo Sanfeng has not yet been resolved. My Sima family has launched an army to investigate the culprit. You should be respectful to us. If you can behave well, perhaps I can consider giving you a lighter sentence in the Holy Land."

Ye Xinghe felt that the Sima family really treated him as a dish.

"Master Sima, please stop your nonsense. Luo Sanfeng was defeated and died in a fair duel, as evidenced by the death certificate. Your specious arguments are just an excuse to annex the Holy Land."

The head of the Sima family looked outside upon hearing the voice. He recognized Ye Xinghe and angrily shouted, "How dare you, a murderer, speak like this? If you are not handed over today, my Sima family will not let this go!"

The Holy Lord raised his hand to stop Ye Xinghe, took a deep breath, and slowly said, "Master Sima, if there is anything, let's get off the carriage and go inside to discuss it in detail. This stalemate here will not benefit either side."