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

At the grand event, guests gradually departed.

The monk Fatian of Xiaoxitian stood up and said, "Forgive me, forgive me. The killing originated from the Pagoda, and Xiaoxitian also bears this karma."

"Sect Leader Xuantian, this old monk wishes to stay and do my part to see if I can resolve this matter."

The Xuan Tian Sect's higher-ups' eyes lit up. This monk Fa Tian was a Sovereign Realm cultivator; otherwise, he wouldn't be qualified to say such a thing.

“Of course we can, but with a formidable enemy at hand, the Nine Veins Spirit Peaks form the Mysterious Heaven Array. The Grandmaster’s cultivation is so profound that it would be difficult to maintain the balance of the array,” Elder Yili said.

"It's alright, this old monk will wait outside for the arrival of the Taiyi Sect," said Monk Fatian.

Upon hearing this, the higher-ups of the Xuantian Sect were speechless.

“However, these two juniors of mine are newcomers and unfamiliar with the place. If the situation changes, it will be difficult to take care of them. I wonder if they can stay in the Xuantian Sect?” said Monk Fatian.

Elder Yili looked at Monk Wuhua and Li Miaozhen.

Those below the Supreme Realm cultivation level will not have much of an impact.

Moreover, given what Master Fatian has said, offending a Sovereign Realm expert under the current circumstances would be very unwise.

Then, the monk Fatian gave Wuhua and Li Miaozhen a few instructions before disappearing in golden Buddhist light.

Immediately, a disciple of the Xuantian Sect led two Buddhist people down.

Li Miaozhen glanced at Shen Ming, seemingly lost in thought.

……

Northern Territory, Cangyan Prefecture.

A vast, boundless desert, devoid of any sign of life.

The golden sand sea shimmered dazzlingly under the direct sunlight, and the wind howled past from time to time, stirring up sand and dust to form rolling sand waves.

Ordinary people can never escape this desert in their entire lives.

The borders of all thirteen states are like this: either endless sandstorms or towering mountains.

Above the sky, space twisted and deformed, and a colossal object burst forth from the void.

A colossal floating fortress stands majestically, exuding an awe-inspiring and awe-inspiring presence.

The city walls were majestic and imposing, shimmering with a mysterious metallic luster. The entire city in the sky was shrouded in a dazzling halo, like a divine barrier, exuding endless majesty.

The clouds and mist surged and billowed around the city like raging waves.

Taiyi Immortal City!

It is a treasure that the Taiyi Sect has painstakingly crafted!

In secular dynasties, the attacking side often suffers casualties several times greater than the defending side.

The same principle applies to the spiritual practice world.

The thirteen northern prefectures are vast and boundless.

The Taiyi Sect intends to attack the Xuantian Sect, which requires crossing four major continents.

Without the protective array of a sect or the sect's treasure, the Xuantian Sect had the advantage of being well-rested and waiting for the enemy to tire themselves out.

The Taiyi Sect is determined to become the leading sect in the Northern Region. To this end, they built the Taiyi Immortal City, a mobile blessed land.

At this very moment, atop Taiyi Immortal City, there is the Taiyi Sect Master, a Pillar-level Supreme Elder, and two Sovereign Realm experts!

In the cultivation world, the strong are respected, and no matter how brilliant the scheme, it is not as good as being one major realm ahead.

Two Sovereign Realm experts joined forces to kill Liang Mingxi and break through the Xuan Tian Sect—this was their plan!

Behind Taiyi Immortal City, there are also spaceships from many other forces.

The reason given by Taiyi Sect for declaring war was that Xuantian Sect used the Xuantian Grand Ceremony to plot against Zhou Mutian and massacre Taiyi Sect disciples.

The high-sounding reason is to get those opportunists and those who like to kick someone when they're down involved.

"Sect Leader, we have received information that after we declared war, the Xuantian Sect placed the Sun and Moon Venerables and disciples such as Li Wentian under house arrest."

In the magnificent and resplendent palaces of Taiyi Immortal City, the high-ranking members of the Taiyi Sect gathered.

The one who spoke was the deputy sect leader, Cangwu, an old man with white hair and a youthful face, and an otherworldly demeanor.

"Ah."

The Taiyi Sect Leader had white hair, white eyebrows, and a white beard, and wore a pure white Dharma robe.

He responded with a sound that betrayed no emotion, making him difficult to decipher.

“Cangwu, the Xuantian Sect actually dared to kill Zhou Mutian. Regardless of whether we declared war immediately or not, they will arrest him.”

The speaker was Yun Zhonghe, the Supreme Elder of the Taiyi Sect at the Sovereign Realm.

Before Taiyi Sect declared war, Vice Sect Leader Cangwu pointed out that Li Wentian and other disciples were still in Xuantian Sect.

The Taiyi Sect Leader ignored the warning and insisted on declaring war.

As Yun Zhonghe said, if the Xuantian Sect dared to kill Zhou Mutian, they wouldn't do something like letting a tiger return to the mountain.

Anyway, the Taiyi Sect wouldn't be that stupid.

At this point, the deputy sect leader Cangwu was still fixated on this issue, which was displeasing.

Cangwu sighed. Over the years, the Taiyi Sect has grown increasingly powerful, and many people have become arrogant and prone to shouting for war.

In his view, it was best to secure the safety of Li Wentian and his disciples before making any further plans.

"The location of Xuantian Sect has been confirmed. Teleportation can proceed."

The city lord in charge of Taiyi Immortal City came in to report.

Taiyi Immortal City is not moved by flying, but is directly teleported to a specific location.

Since the declaration of war, Taiyi Immortal City has conducted several interdimensional teleportations.

This time, he'll be able to appear directly at the Xuan Tian Sect!

"Teleport! Beat the drums!"

The Taiyi Sect Leader, who had been silent all along, suddenly stood up, exuding an overwhelming aura!

……

Xuantian Sect, Xiaoyao Peak.

Vice Sect Leader Ren Fengqi escorted Shen Ming back and immediately adjusted the restrictions and formations of the Water Moon Cave.

Shen Ming disliked special treatment, and then he heard the deputy sect leader say, "This is a necessary measure. The Taiyi Sect will definitely want us to hand you over. Also, many people want to take your place as the top of the Hidden Dragon Ranking!"

Shen Ming is about to break through to the third realm of the Innate Realm.

Before this, any martial artist below the Supreme Realm who defeated or killed him could become the top of the Hidden Dragon Ranking.

Shen Ming knew that the Hidden Dragon Ranking had changed the moment he killed Zhou Mutian.

"Sect Leader, is there anything special about the top spot on the Hidden Dragon Ranking?"

He wanted to know that.

"The fact that the Hidden Dragon Ranking can use the sky as a backdrop to announce its presence to the entire Northern Region is something that ordinary forces cannot do."

Every year in the middle of the year, those on the Hidden Dragon Ranking can enter the Dragon Domain, where they undergo the tempering of their Yuan Platform with dragon energy in preparation for breaking through to the Supreme Realm.

Different rankings have different levels of dragon energy they can tolerate; the dragon energy at the top is awe-inspiring and majestic!

Ren Fengqi said.

Moreover, dragon energy can not only temper the Yuan Platform, but also forge a special physique and create extraordinary phenomena.

Shen Ming's top ranking on the Qianlong List not only made him famous in the Northern Region, but also brought him a tremendous advantage.

“During the six months that the Dragon Domain is open, there will definitely be people who want to challenge you. Of course, you can also choose to give up your ranking,” Ren Fengqi said.

After all, this top spot was obtained through the special nature of the Pagoda of Buddha, and no one would say anything if it were relinquished.

Giving up? That's impossible!

Even if there are no benefits, Shen Ming will not give up.

Not to mention it has dragon energy!

His innate sacred body and Dao embryo make him need these kinds of resources more than anyone else.

He also wanted to know what his unusual phenomenon was, and that he needed dragon energy to open it up.

Boom boom boom!

Suddenly, a thunderous sound reverberated throughout the entire Xuantian Mountain Range.

"They came really fast." Ren Fengqi lowered his eyelids, a fierce look on his face.

Shen Ming then realized that it was the Taiyi Sect that had come to attack.

"Sect Leader, what is the difference in strength between us and the Taiyi Sect..."

"Go into seclusion and focus on your cultivation. This is a matter for us adults."

Ren Fengqi interrupted him, smiled slightly, and his expression revealed determination!