"What is it?"
Han Xuanji had sensed Xuan Weizi's aura early on.
Although most of his attention was focused on the Immortal Abode, he was still perfectly clear about the outside situation. He knew that if it wasn't for something major, Xuan Weizi wouldn't have come to disturb him.
"Come in."
Before he finished speaking, the hall door opened.
Xuan Weizi immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
Ever since Han Xuanji moved into the Demon Subduing Hall, he had rearranged a set of Formations. Although he wasn't clear about the power of these Formations, he often felt a life-threatening sensation just by getting close.
Xuan Weizi hurriedly entered the hall. The moment he saw Han Xuanji, he instantly broke into a chrysanthemum-like smile, completely devoid of his usual dignified demeanor as a Sect Master.
"Demon-Slaying Sword Master Old Ancestor, you don't know, this Divine Fire Sect and Absolute Heaven Alliance are going too far!"
As soon as they met, Xuan Weizi began to pour out his grievances, speaking rapidly.
He then briefly recounted what Peng Yan had said.
"Is this Absolute Heaven Alliance very strong?"
After listening, Han Xuanji asked in a calm tone.
"It is said to be a major power with eight Tribulation Transcendence Realm powerhouses, and millions of Disciples. It is a well-known powerful force overseas, occupying tens of thousands of islands, large and small."
Xuan Weizi replied cautiously, pausing for a moment before adding:
"I asked Heaven Jade Perfected Person Old Ancestor, and he confirmed that this information is true.
Moreover, among those eight Tribulation Transcendence Realm Cultivators, there is also a Tribulation Transcendence Realm Late Stage powerhouse, who is the Alliance Master of the Absolute Heaven Alliance. His identity and origin are mysterious, so he must also be from an extraordinary background."
At this point, Xuan Weizi couldn't help but sigh.
Even during the most prosperous period in the Shenxuan Sect's history, it had never simultaneously had eight Tribulation Transcendence Realm powerhouses presiding over it.
It was not easy for the Sect to welcome such an unparalleled Prodigy as the Demon-Slaying Sword Master, who emerged out of nowhere. He originally thought they could develop steadily, restore their glory, and even go further.
However, fate was not kind, and the world situation changed dramatically.
He originally thought that after eliminating the Heavenly Demon Sect, this hidden danger, the Shenxuan Sect could rest easy. Who would have thought that it would inexplicably attract the covetousness of the Great Ming Cultivation World and the colossal powers overseas?
Xuan Weizi felt very helpless.
He had originally wanted to leave a glorious mark in the Sect's history, but now he might have to bear the infamy of causing the Sect's downfall.
Upon hearing this, Han Xuanji gently shook his head and asked:
"Are there any Ascension Realm Immortals?"
Han Xuanji only cared about this point.
"No, even in the overseas Cultivation World, Ascension Realm powerhouses are extremely rare. Only those ancient Immortal Sects with extraordinary Legacies have special means that seem to allow Ascension Realm powerhouses to stay in the Lower Realm for a long time. There are even rumors of living Immortals."
Xuan Weizi quickly replied.
Hearing this, Han Xuanji nodded slightly:
"So that's how it is."
As he expected, this world was indeed full of hidden masters. These ancient Immortal Sects had people above them, and people below them too.
If there were truly living Immortals, that is, Earth Immortals or even stronger existences, he didn't know if he could defeat them.
But mere Tribulation Transcendence Realm Cultivators…
Han Xuanji hadn't even put them in his eyes.
Xuan Weizi cautiously asked:
"Do you mean?"
"Let them come. I want to see how many people they can gather."
Han Xuanji's tone was calm, but it was filled with confidence.
All along, his imaginary enemies had been those Ascension Realm Old Ancestors, and even the Land Immortals of secluded Sects.
What were these mere Tribulation Transcendence Realm Cultivators?
Come on, I'll fight ten!
Coincidentally, Han Xuanji had already perfectly mastered the nine Immortal Swords, and then, based on various Sword Arts, he had created a powerful killing move. Perhaps he could use them to test it out.
Upon hearing this, Xuan Weizi's expression also brightened with joy.
He knew that Han Xuanji was not one to boast. If he was so confident, it was most likely a sure thing.
"If that Tribulation Transcendence Realm Late Stage Old Ancestor from the other side comes, can you deal with him?"
Xuan Weizi asked tentatively.
Han Xuanji thought for a moment and replied:
"Tribulation Transcendence Realm Late Stage?"
"No problem."
Mhm.
He silently added in his heart: Probably one move, and the opponent would die nine times.
"By the way, since the other party is so arrogant, I don't think they will hide their movements. When they are almost ready, just inform me."
Han Xuanji said indifferently.
He didn't want to make a move again and again; that would be troublesome.
It would be more effortless to resolve them all at once when they had gathered enough.
It's like playing a game, pulling all the monsters before unleashing a big ultimate skill; efficiency is key.
"Yes!"
Xuan Weizi was greatly invigorated and quickly walked out of the Demon Subduing Hall.
When Xuan Weizi walked out of the Demon Subduing Hall, he suddenly felt a million times lighter.
His originally heavy steps now became light.
After Xuan Weizi left, Han Xuanji re-entered the Immortal Abode.
"Only a few Tribulation Transcendence Realm Cultivators, and they dare to come and die?"
Han Xuanji didn't have much time to pay attention to external matters. His mind was always focused on Cultivation and signing in. Now that the world was undergoing great changes, seizing the time to improve his strength was the way to go.
Although he felt very secure, every bit of strength he could gain was a bonus.
Perhaps this Absolute Heaven Alliance had hidden strength?
He had to be cautious.
Thinking this, Han Xuanji immersed his mind in the System space, organizing the treasures he had signed for over the years.
He had been signing in at the Azure Dragon Hall for over ten years, and he had to admit, this place had a lot of treasures.
Not only were there various Immortal Artifacts and Magic Treasures, but also some life-saving Medicinal Pills, and powerful one-time use items.
These were all things that could come in handy at critical moments.
However, among the many treasures, there was one box that Han Xuanji placed separately.
Inside it were a hundred Immortal Spirit Stones.
This item was much more precious than Top-Grade Spirit Stones. It contained Immortal Qi and was a currency used exclusively in the Upper Realm, as well as the most basic Cultivation material.
In the Spirit Realm, Immortal Spirit Stones were extremely rare, only produced in some special places.
He had asked Heaven Jade Perfected Person, who had never even seen one, only read about it in the Sect's ancient texts.
Overseas, such items were basically only held by major powers with Legacies from the Upper Realm.
With this item, Ascension Realm Cultivators could also rapidly increase their cultivation and improve the probability of Undergoing Tribulation to Immortal Ascension. It was also a necessary material for refining Immortal Artifacts.
Han Xuanji planned to save these hundred Immortal Spirit Stones and use them when he reached the Ascension Realm.
…
Inside a magnificent palace, dozens of powerful Cultivators were seated.
The head seat was occupied by the Divine Fire Sect's Old Ancestor, Crimson Training Master. He was tall and burly, wearing a Divine Fire Fused Gold Robe, his skin had an unhealthy dark red hue, and there was a hint of ruthlessness between his brows.
Beside him sat four powerhouses whose auras were as deep as an abyss: three men and one woman.
Crimson Training Master surveyed the great Cultivators from various Sects and factions of Great Ming who were seated in the hall, and introduced them in a booming voice:
"Everyone, these are Tianwen Real Person, Myriad Worm Venerable, Overturning Sea Real Person, and Fairy Miaoyin from the Absolute Heaven Alliance…"
Among these individuals, the strongest was Overturning Sea Real Person, who possessed the strength of Tribulation Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer. He appeared as a middle-aged man with a square face and a dignified demeanor.
Tianwen Real Person appeared as an old man, with his eyes closed, looking perfectly at ease.
Myriad Worm Venerable was thin and hunched, wearing a strange mask on his face, and no one present dared to look at him for too long.
As for Fairy Miaoyin, she appeared as a graceful beauty of about twenty-seven or twenty-eight, with skin like snow and eyes like a painting. Although she seemed delicate and weak, no one present dared to underestimate her.
After the introductions, Crimson Training Master's voice turned cold, imbued with the confidence of being in control: "The four Venerables are all Tribulation Transcendence Realm great Cultivators from the Absolute Heaven Alliance. Their arrival in our Nine Provinces Continent this time is precisely to assist our Great Ming in eradicating the Shenxuan Sect, which knows no bounds!"
"The Shenxuan Sect currently has two Tribulation Transcendence Realm Cultivators presiding over it. Among them, Heaven Jade Perfected Person has just stepped into Tribulation Transcendence Realm Middle Stage, and although the Demon-Slaying Sword Master has just entered Tribulation Transcendence Realm, his Sword Dao is extremely strong, possessing strength far exceeding Tribulation Transcendence Realm Early Stage.
As for the other Old Ancestors of the Shenxuan Sect, they have already been obstructed by the powerhouses of the Absolute Heaven Alliance. They are facing their own troubles and it's impossible for them to return to the Nine Provinces Continent in a short time."
Crimson Training Master's words immediately surprised everyone present.
These Cultivators were all great Cultivators from various Sects and factions of Great Ming, and they had come this time at the invitation of the Divine Fire Sect.
Knowing that the Divine Fire Sect was so well prepared, they couldn't help but feel at ease.
Immediately, someone excitedly stood up and flattered loudly:
"Crimson Training Master Old Ancestor is truly far-sighted and strategizing!
With you and the Venerables of the Absolute Heaven Alliance here, isn't it as easy as turning over one's hand to flatten that small Shenxuan Sect and capture them?"
"Exactly! Exactly!"
The hall immediately resounded with voices of agreement.
"The Absolute Heaven Alliance is indeed worthy of being the overlord of the overseas, with unfathomable foundations, easily able to invite four Venerables to grace us with their presence."
For a time.
The sounds of praise from the crowd were endless.