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

The natural world can be categorized into beautiful scenery, wondrous scenery, spectacular scenery, and celestial scenery.

Spectacular scenery is rare and hard to come by, let alone natural wonders.

The celestial phenomena require the approval of heaven and earth, and the witness of the sun and moon, before they can be bestowed.

The Tianjing scenic spot in Tiancangzhou is located on the Tiancang River. Once activated, the river hangs upside down, the sun shines brightly in the sky, and the mountains are scorched and the sea is boiled.

Such a celestial spectacle is a rare sight, one that one may never witness in a lifetime.

That's not a celestial phenomenon that can be summoned by personal talent.

It would take the combined efforts of all the disciples of the Miro Palace in each generation to achieve this.

Unfortunately, this generation of direct descendants of the Jiang family lacks talent.

If a prodigy like Xuan Tianzi were to join, then victory would be virtually assured.

Heaven and earth do not care about bloodlines; it is because the Jiang family is unwilling to share with ordinary people, and ordinary people are not worthy of the Jiang family's attention.

"We share the Tiancang River, and we benefit from the Xuan Tianzi's talent."

"The natural scenery is a sight to behold, and there's no harm in taking another look."

"It is indeed a win-win situation."

The direct descendants of the Jiang family were full of anticipation, and they all pricked up their ears to listen.

"Of course that's no problem."

Soon, they heard Xuan Yuan's response.

Instantly, cheers erupted throughout the Miro Palace.

Jiang Churan shook off the gloom in her heart and was eager to try.

"Just now someone was unhappy because of the Xuan Emperor, but now they've changed their tune so quickly," Jiang Yanxue said sarcastically from the side.

“Mutual cooperation, each getting what they need, unlike some people who treat this as a favor,” Jiang Churan said coldly.

Jiang Yanxue pursed her lips.

Above the sky, Jiang Yan, the master of the Mi Luo Palace, also had a look of surprise on his face.

He didn't expect Xuan Yuan to agree so readily; he thought Xuan Yuan would make demands.

After all, the Jiang family was able to open the Heavenly Realm only because of the Xuan Tian Divine Son.

Could it be that breaking through to the Dominator Realm would broaden one's mind? Jiang Yan wondered to himself.

Xuan Yuan smiled without saying a word. Xuan Tian Shen Zi was the heir of the Jiang family. They were all family, and no one was taking advantage of the other.

“As soon as the Divine Son of Xuantian arrived at Snow Dragon Heavenly Mountain, I went to visit Void Island, but Void Island refused visitors. Not only that, your Jiang family ancestral temple was also closed. What’s going on?” Xuan Yuan said.

Jiang Yan's expression changed, and he quickly set up a barrier to prevent outsiders from eavesdropping.

The fact that such an important matter was asked so readily left the Palace Master of Mi Luo Palace somewhat bewildered.

"If it weren't for the fact that the Xuantian Sect and the Jiang family haven't had any hostile relations, I would have thought Brother Xuanyuan was spying on us," Jiang Yan said helplessly.

"You've made it too mysterious."

“Brother Xuan Yuan, families are not like sects. Their struggles are even more bloody and cruel than those of secular dynasties, unlike your sects which are so easygoing.”

Xuan Yuan nodded. Sects are inclusive and tolerant, pursuing the transmission of the torch, while families pursue the continuation of the bloodline. It's hard to say which is better.

"As for the current situation on Void Island, I don't know," Jiang Yan said with a wry smile.

"Can you make that decision? Open the Heavenly Realm without the clan leader's order?" Xuan Yuan was testing Shen Ming to find out about the Jiang family's situation.

"As the Palace Master of the Mi Luo Palace, I can still make decisions regarding matters related to cultivation," Jiang Yan said.

"Will the young master of your Jiang family come to view the celestial scenery?" Xuan Yuan asked.

Jiang Yan's face turned bitter. Why did Elder Xuan Yuan keep asking such sensitive questions?

Why does Brother Xuanyuan care about our family's heir?

"Just curious. Didn't we hear that your Jiang family's heir is a cripple? What, we have the Xuan Tian Divine Child, why would we dare to mess with your Jiang family's heir?" Xuan Yuan deliberately acted nonchalantly.

"The news has already reached the Xuantian Sect?"

Jiang Yan's heart tightened, and he said with a wry smile, "The young master of the Jiang family has never entered the Mi Luo Palace. The clan leader has other arrangements for him. That's all I can say."

"Then you've never seen what the young master of the Jiang family looks like?" Xuan Yuan asked.

“It’s not just me. The young master of the Jiang family only makes a public appearance at his coming-of-age ceremony. Before that, only members of the main branch can enter and leave Void Island,” Jiang Yan said.

It seems that the Palace Master of Mi Luo Palace doesn't really know much, and Xuan Yuan is somewhat disappointed.

"Brother Xuanyuan, are you asking so many questions because you have news about our Jiang family's heir?" Jiang Yan asked.

"You're asking me that question now."

Xuan Yuan thought for a moment. This Jiang Yan didn't seem like someone who would abuse his power. He was focused on improving the cultivation of the Jiang family disciples, so there was no need to reveal Shen Ming's identity.

"Let's get back to Tianjing. How should we proceed?"

“Mi Luo Palace has a Heavenly View Platform. Let the Xuan Tian Divine Son and the direct descendants of the Jiang family stand on it together. We can handle the rest,” Jiang Yan said.

"Sure, that kid should be here before dusk."

……

Jiang Yan descended from the clouds and returned to the Mi Luo Palace.

Jiang Churan, Jiang Yanxue, Jiang Yun, and other Jiang family disciples immediately surrounded them.

They only heard Xuan Yuan agree; they couldn't hear the rest of the conversation.

"Be prepared, the Divine Child of Xuantian will arrive at dusk," Jiang Yan said.

Upon hearing this, the entire Mi Luo Palace erupted in excitement.

Some were there because the Heavenly Realm had opened, while others were there because they could get close to the Mysterious Heavenly Child.

Some of the female disciples would leave the Mi Luo Palace and return dressed in gorgeous clothes.

Seeing this, the male disciples also felt that they could not lose face in front of the Xuan Tian Divine Son, so they all changed into battle armor.

Seeing the chaotic scene, Jiang Churan pursed her lips and frowned slightly.

As a disciple of the main branch, she was unwilling to see the Jiang family disciples so obsequious to foreigners.

No matter how outstanding the Xuan Tian Divine Child is, it has nothing to do with the Jiang family, unless he becomes a prodigy from another family.

But it's impossible for others to have a Sovereign Realm protector.

……

Before dusk, the people of Tiancangzhou saw countless cloud ships and warships appear in the sky, filling the horizon.

"Is a fight finally about to break out?!"

The Jiang family's allies believed that the turmoil of the past few days would lead to a decisive battle.

Unexpectedly, these cloud ships and warships were simply lined up in a row along the Tiancang River.

The Jiang family's elite forces—the four armies of Wind, Forest, Fire, and Mountain—were mobilized to begin sealing off the Sacred River.

A dark, imposing mass, filled with a chilling atmosphere, quickly formed an unshakeable defensive line on both sides of the riverbank.

"Is this the opening of the Celestial Realm?"

Some people noticed something amiss; this formation didn't look like a battle, but rather a precaution taken to prevent outsiders from spying on them when the celestial realm opened.

"Wasn't it said that this generation of Jiang family disciples lacked the talent to unlock the Heavenly Realm?"

"The Xuan Emperor is also in the Sacred River; they're going to activate it together."

"That's a good thing. It can improve the relationship between the Xuantian Sect and the Jiang family, and it can also benefit the Jiang family disciples."

The tense atmosphere that permeated Tiancang Prefecture has eased considerably, allowing people to catch their breath.

At dusk, at the Miro Palace.

When the aura of a Sovereign Realm expert appeared outside, all the Jiang family disciples took a deep breath and stood ready for battle.

This reaction wasn't because of Xuan Yuan, a Sovereign Realm expert, but because of the person who came with him!

Under the watchful eyes of countless people, Shen Ming and Xuan Yuan entered the Mi Luo Palace.

A single glance felt like an eternity; the female disciples felt that their meticulous preparations that afternoon had been worthwhile.

The male disciples were convinced that the Xuan Tian Divine Child was indeed a young man.

Jiang Churan froze on the spot, her eyes wide open, staring intently at Shen Ming's face!

Isn't this her cousin?