I tricked you into thinking you had the makings of an emperor, but you actually did it?

At the grand gathering of the Xuantian Sect.

The communication jade talismans or communication magic items from various factions rang one after another.

Upon hearing the news, everyone's expression changed drastically.

"Sect Leader Xuantian, we apologize for disturbing you today. We will take our leave now."

"Thank you for your hospitality today. We'll be taking our leave now."

"Please forgive me, Sect Leader Xuantian, I have urgent matters to attend to at home."

One by one, the various factions rushed to leave their seats, without needing the Xuantian Sect to see them off, and flew out of the Xuantian Mountains at the first opportunity.

Most of these forces are closely associated with Taiyi Sect or have business dealings with it.

At this time, news of Taiyi Sect's declaration of war spread throughout the Northern Region through various channels.

"Sect Leader Xuantian, we..."

Elder Yue Zun of the Taiyi Sect pretended to be calm and got up to leave.

"Stay."

Liang Mingxi waved his sleeve, and the enormous Xuan Tian Bell descended from the sky, looming over the Taiyi Sect.

The mottled verdigris on the bell tells a story of the vicissitudes of time.

Ripples began to spread inside, initially like a gentle breeze across a lake, soft and delicate, slowly spreading out in concentric circles.

Each ripple shimmered with a faint light, releasing a mysterious energy.

As the ripples spread, the air inside the clock seemed to be stirred, faintly emitting a low hum, like an ancient chant.

The Taiyi Sect members' expressions changed drastically, and the Sun and Moon Venerables attempted to resist.

The next second, with a loud thud, the two men were easily defeated, their bodies swaying precariously.

"Xuantian Sect, we have come to visit as guests, and you have made such a move. How can we establish ourselves in the Northern Region!" Elder Yuezun said excitedly.

"Once war has been declared, we are enemies; how can we talk about host and guest?"

Even Liang Mingxi knew to say this.

The two Venerables of the Sun and Moon could not refute this, and they inwardly complained that their sect hadn't informed them first.

They declared war before they even left the Xuan Tian Sect. Isn't that just handing over hostages for nothing?!

Suddenly, the Sun and Moon Venerables realized that this was the sect blaming them for their inadequate protection.

They mobilized three Supreme Elders and even caused Zhou Mutian to die at the hands of Xuan Tianzi!

The Sun and Moon Venerables cried out in protest, saying that no one could enter the Floating Pagoda; it was a contest of chance!

At the grand gathering, the remaining forces saw that the Xuantian Sect had detained the Taiyi Sect group and realized that the situation was serious.

"Master, please release our disciples first."

They wanted to leave too, but their people were still at the pagoda.

The monk Fatian clasped his hands together, and the mysterious squares that made up the pagoda fell to the ground.

Shen Ming and the others emerged from among them.

"Did the Xuan Emperor really kill Zhou Mutian?!"

Most people receive inquiries immediately.

The Hidden Dragon List is genuine, but it's hard to imagine such a thing without witnessing it firsthand.

The emerging martial artist at the third level of the Innate Realm felt as if he had just woken up from a dream.

Could what they just saw at the pagoda have been nothing more than a dream?

Then, they heard about the changes in the rankings on the Hidden Dragon List and knew it was all true.

"Everyone in the Floating Pagoda uses the Maha Boundless Power, so why is there a ranking on the Hidden Dragon List!"

At this moment, these people sensed the Xuan Guan, Shen Cang, Yuan Tai, and the abundant primordial true energy within their bodies, and each of them returned to their original realm.

"He defeated Li Wentian, but the Hidden Dragon Ranking remained unchanged because Li Wentian could regain face outside. However, he killed Zhou Mutian, who could not possibly come back to life, so the top spot naturally changed hands."

Some people have speculated on this possibility.

In other words, Shen Ming took advantage of a gap in the Hidden Dragon Ranking to climb to the top of the Potential Ranking!

"Shen Ming! I challenge you to a life-or-death battle!"

Li Wentian of the Taiyi Sect was still bruised and swollen; Shen Ming's two punches had almost shattered his Dao Heart.

In the real world outside, he wants to regain his dignity.

Given that Zhou Mutian died at Shen Ming's hands, he demanded a fight to the death!

Xuantian Sect will not let him have his way, but at least they can put on a show for the elders.

As a result, Li Wentian realized that something was wrong.

Half of the guests at the grand event were gone, and the seats for the Taiyi Sect were empty.

Where are the elders?!

Li Wentian was dumbfounded. When he looked at the Xuan Tian Sect members who were eyeing him menacingly, his face turned pale and then red.

"I was just kidding," he muttered to himself, shielding the others in front of him.

Immediately afterwards, these people who had just come out learned that the Taiyi Sect had declared war on the Xuantian Sect because of Zhou Mutian's death.

Li Wentian and Tantai Jin looked at each other in bewilderment. They hadn't even left yet, so how could they have declared war?

Naturally, the disciples of Taiyi Sect became prisoners.

They were all grieving, as if they had lost their parents. Being a hostage is not an easy thing; one's life is always in danger.

"Shen Ming, come forward," Liang Mingxi asked.

Shen Ming straightened his expression and approached the sect leader.

Opportunities and struggles arise, life and death are determined by fate.

He killed Zhou Mutian, preparing himself to take responsibility.

But things in this world are always complicated.

Taiyi Sect therefore declared war, which involved the entire Xuantian Sect.

"The Taiyi Sect is fully prepared and ready to attack."

Liang Mingxi became more talkative, because these were not just polite formalities.

Shen Ming nodded, indicating that he understood the seriousness of the matter.

"Would you do it again if I did it once more?" Liang Mingxi asked.

"meeting."

Shen Ming knew who he was and didn't hesitate at all.

"That's good."

Liang Mingxi patted Shen Ming's shoulder gently and smiled, "Go and rest. Leave the rest to us."

The high-ranking members of the Xuantian Sect were all paying close attention to their conversation.

The leader's attitude will determine whether the next step is war or peace.

"war."

Liang Mingxi's gaze swept over the Xuantian executives, and he spoke succinctly.

When the various factions saw the Xuantian Sect, which was usually so impartial and harmonious, their eyes gleamed with fearlessness at this moment.

They weren't just putting on a show for their leader; it was almost all from the bottom of their hearts.

With a formidable enemy at hand, how could a sect possess such cohesion!

"The Azure and White Swords! The Seven Sons of the Clouds! Disciples of the Sword Clan! Follow me to Xuan Tian Valley to quell the bandits and restore order!!"

The Xuan Sword soared into the sky, its sound echoing throughout the entire Xuan Tian Mountain Range, transforming itself into a long rainbow of sword light.

The next second, sword energy burst forth from all directions of the Xuantian Sect, reaching the heavens.

Streaks of sword light followed the rainbow as it pierced the sky.

Xuantian Valley, the first pass of the Xuantian Mountain Range.

Sword cultivators always take the lead!

"If the Taiyi Sect wants someone to take the lead, then let them be their slaves!"

The trouble was caused by Shen Ming, and even Xuan Yuan wouldn't hold a grudge against him for it.

Shen Ming was somewhat moved; the sect war was actually going to start because of him.

"This is not just your problem, don't take the burden on yourself."

Liang Mingxi saw through his thoughts and smiled slightly, not wanting Shen Ming to feel any burden.

In a war between sects, there will inevitably be casualties.

These casualties were not caused by Shen Ming; they were long-standing conflicts between the sects.

Shen Ming understood the principle.

Because I understand, the emotion in my heart is even stronger.

"Go into seclusion. You're aiming to break through to the third realm of the Innate Realm in one step," Liang Mingxi said.

Without the power of the Great Void outside, Shen Ming broke through to the third level of the Divine Treasury Realm when he defeated Gu Changge.

At this moment, he soared to the fifth level of the Divine Treasury Realm, directly pointing towards the Yuantai Realm, the third level of the Innate Realm!