Best Young Master

For the entire Human Race, the dark tide is an unforgettable disaster.

Throughout history, every arrival of the dark tide has signified the dawn of a dark era, with both the Human Race and Demon Clan suffering heavy losses in this dark tide.

Therefore, when the news of the Old Bastard was relayed back to the Xuan Realm, even the always mysterious Western Region Buddhist and Demon Sects who do not associate with any forces couldn’t sit still.

On this day, the void constantly cracked open in the Imperial Academy, and one strong person after another walked with dragon prowess, emanating Quasi-Emperor pressure, descending into the Imperial Academy.

The Heavenly Prison of the Human Clan’s First City was breached, an event of great significance; it’s no wonder these Quasi-Emperors took it seriously, all gathering in the Imperial Academy, awaiting the opening of the Emperor’s Secret Realm, rising upon the altar to head to the First City to handle this matter.

The Ling Family Ancestor Ling Yunzhi and the Sloppy Elder from the Treasure Pavilion arrived almost simultaneously, exchanged a few words with Elder Lin, then sat aside, waiting for the others to arrive.

They are the backbone of the Xuan Realm, the top-tier strong people within the realm, and they can’t just ignore matters relating to the dark tide.

Additionally, Ye Fan, in terms of name and position, is already a member of the Treasure Pavilion, and furthermore, the future husband of Yaling. From this standpoint, the Sloppy Elder couldn’t possibly not attend.

Moreover, from a bloodline perspective, even though Ye Fan never acknowledged it, Ling Yunzhi insists he holds his father’s Emperor Weapon, the Nine Heavens Mysterious Crown, a symbol of his father’s identity. The blood of the Ling Family also flows within him, making it improbable for him not to attend.

Even if not for Ye Fan returning to the clan, he must go to the First City to ascertain the Emperor Weapon his father left behind.

Not long after they sat down, the void cracked open again, and a terrifying wave surged, two strong people of Quasi-Emperor Realm fighting their way out of the void.

One of them was shrouded in a purple demon cloud, rendering his true appearance obscure; each strike was swift and sharp, cutting against the grain.

His opponent was an Ancient Buddha, whose countenance was compassionate, emanating Buddha Light, nine Divine Rings behind his head, each move balanced and harmonious yet overwhelmingly powerful.

If they hadn’t restrained themselves, they would have long shattered the void, leaving nothing of the Imperial Academy.

"Please, both of you stop, considering the thin face of old me, how about a brief cessation of hostilities?"

Elder Lin, exasperated, floated over, interposing himself between the two, and halted their combat.

"Hmph, you hollow monk, today I’ll spare you just for Elder Lin’s sake."

The Quasi-Emperor strong person shrouded in purple demon cloud snorted coldly, ceased his attack, and with his demonic qi withdrawn, revealed his true form.

His entire being was gaunt, resembling a living dead, complexion ghastly white, eyes flashing jade light, undoubtedly a demon!

This person was indeed the Supreme Patriarch of the Western Region Demon Sect, possessing unfathomable strength. Though he belongs to the Demon Sect and his cultivation techniques are excessively extreme, he isn’t inherently evil. However, in the Western Region, the Demon Sect and Buddhist Sect are historical enemies; whenever they meet, they are sure to fight, with no reason.

"Buddha!"

The Ancient Buddha also ceased, folded his hands, emanating compassionate light, his face full of sorrowful expression, truly resembling a benevolent Ancient Buddha.

No introductions were necessary; everyone knew he was the leader of the opposing Buddhist Sect, the nine Divine Rings behind his head were unmistakable.

A moment later, the Quasi-Emperor from the Yuehua Dynasty in the Central Domain arrived, a Quasi-Emperor sealed from Ancient Times, whose lifespan was dwindling, looking more like a dry corpse than a living being.

He was of the same era as Elder Lin, the meeting of two ancient relics from Ancient Times was full of excitement, and after exchanging pleasantries, they divided into host and guest seats.

Demon Energy surged skyward as Chi Lin, the Demon Clan Quasi-Emperor, wreathed in crimson mist, emerged from the void, silently proceeding to a seat before sitting down without a word.

Ye Fan had slain their Heavenly Prince, sealed from Ancient Times, so his mood was naturally not pleasant.

However, in the face of the threat of the dark tide, he had no choice but to come!

In previous waves of dark tide attacks, just like the Human Race, the Demon Clan paid a heavy price resisting human-shaped creatures.

In this aspect, regardless of being Demon or Human, both exerted full effort against human-shaped creatures, having once forged a temporary alliance.

Seven strong people of Quasi-Emperor Realm were gathered, representing the ultimate power of the entire Xuan Realm. In times absent of Great Emperors, Quasi-Emperors are the dominant force across the Nine Heavens.

Now, seven strong people of Quasi-Emperor Realm amassed, their emanating pressure startling the entire Xuan Realm, countless strong individuals opening their eyes and projecting two streams of Divine Light, gazing towards the Imperial Academy.

They knew that the Heavenly Prison of the Human Clan’s First City was breached, a matter of great importance, and these Quasi-Emperors were undoubtedly embarking on the Heavenly Road to the First City to address this issue.

Ascending the altar, the seven traversed the void, entering the Emperor’s Secret Realm, and under Elder Lin’s lead, climbed to the top level of the Emperor Tower, activated the altar, and embarked on the Heavenly Road to the First City.

The joint departure of seven strong people of Quasi-Emperor Realm startled the entire Star Domain, countless strong individuals were terrified, and the mighty Star Sky Profound Beasts prostrated and lamented, daring not to move an inch.

The seven didn’t delay along the way, instead, they tore through the stars directly, taking only half a day to arrive at the Human Clan’s First City!

The arrival of seven Quasi-Emperors in the Human Clan’s First City left many feeling completely terrified. The natural pressure emitted by these Quasi-Emperors made them fully understand what it means to be truly powerful.

They might be the dominant figures in a particular domain, top-notch strong individuals within a star domain, but when faced with these seven Quasi-Emperors, they felt as insignificant as ants.

This was a powerful pressure, not a coercion of strength, but pure awe from personal charisma!

The Old Bastard personally came out to greet them and turned the entire affair into images displayed in the sky above Human Clan’s First City.

The arrival of the seven Quasi-Emperors in the First City of the Human Clan quickly spread across the entire Ancient Star Path, causing massive upheaval. Many turned their attention to this location.

Strong individuals from various star domains also paid attention. The simultaneous appearance of the seven Quasi-Emperors was an event that shook the entire universe. Together with the Old Bastard, there were eight Quasi-Emperors gathered in the Human Clan’s First City. How could this not shock and unsettle some people?

"Pang Wei abuses his power, breaks the law, and condones his son’s atrocities, causing chaos in the Human Clan’s First City on the Ancient Star Path, annihilating the elite of the young generation of the Human Clan. His sins are unforgivable, and due to his reckless actions, he has caused extremely serious consequences for the entire humanity and all life in the universe. I will punish him on behalf of everyone, suppressing him with the Demon Sealing Tablet to atone for his crime. Let this serve as a warning; do not rely on power to eliminate our Human Clan’s elite, or you will share the same fate!"

The Old Bastard used Heavenly Communication to spread these words to every corner of the Ancient Star Path, causing great upheaval. Many petty individuals were filled with fear and immediately restrained themselves significantly.

That day, it was as if a storm had swept through the Human Clan’s Ancient Star Path, with everyone discussing this matter.

Even those like Yue Haoyu and the Great Demon, who were honing themselves on the Ancient Star Path, heard the news, feeling a sense of lamentation!

"What a pity for Brother Ye, such a good brother, to meet such an end. It’s truly lamentable!" The Great Demon shook his head and sighed.

"I say, Brother Haoyu, now that little moon of your imperial family is going to be a widow!" Emperor’s Son Yue Chuan teased Emperor Yue’s Son, Yue Haoyu.

"Get lost! I haven’t given my nod to Little White’s matters yet, and besides, Little White may not necessarily marry him, right? How could you say she’s going to be a widow? What an ugly thing to say!" Yue Haoyu kicked Yue Chuan and laughed while cursing.

"Tsk tsk! Stop pretending. Do you think we’re blind? We are all aware of how Princess Yue Bai feels about Ye Fan!" Yue Chuan continued.

"Can’t be bothered with you. A dog can’t spit out ivory, I’m really starting to question if you’re truly the Human Emperor’s son. How are you so different from him?" Yue Haoyu countered.

"Alright, alright, you two stop bickering. You are all Emperor’s sons, won’t you be laughed at for such quarrels?" The Great Demon mediated from the side.

As for Buddha Yu Chanzi and Emperor Wen’s successor Wen TaDou and Clumsy Fist Inheritor Li Yu’er, they just watched the spectacle from the side.

Since stepping onto the Ancient Star Path, they realized they must stay together on this harsh road to face even more dangers, and so they never separated from each other all along.

At this moment, the area around them was a mess, the corpses of Star Sky Profound Beasts lay scattered on the ground, and this area was almost completely ravaged.

"How I miss Brother Ye Fan’s grilled meat!"

Yu Chanzi lamented while turning the grilled meat in his hand. As a monk who doesn’t shy away from meat or wine, he got along well with everyone.

"I wonder what Elder Lin will decide. If they don’t go looking for Brother Ye Fan, it will be terrible. With his strength alone, wandering in the stars, there’s a 90% chance he won’t return!" Li Yu’er glanced at the sky and muttered to himself.

"Shut your crow mouth, Brother Ye Fan is protected by fortune and will surely be fine."

Wen TaDou kicked him and silently prayed that Ye Fan would return safely because he was still waiting for Ye Fan to temper his body with Dragon Essence!

The Ancient Star Path!

The Human Clan’s First City!

In the City Lord Mansion, the Old Bastard and the other seven Quasi-Emperors were discussing how to deal with this matter!

The Old Bastard and Ling Family Ancestor were adamant that they must go to the oldest part of the Ancient Star Path to find and rescue Ye Fan, and must not let him fall into the hands of Human-shaped creatures.

But others, especially the Demon Clan’s Quasi-Emperor Chi Lin, insisted that Ye Fan should be abandoned, and the Heavenly Prison seal should be repaired as quickly as possible to avoid invasion by Human-shaped creatures.

The two Quasi-Emperors from the Western Region were very united at this moment, unanimously believing that Ye Fan should be abandoned, for since he had been deep in that oldest star road for over three months, how could he be found now?

If Human-shaped creatures were alerted, the consequences would be unimaginable!

"Ye Fan is the future hope of our Human Clan, he must not be abandoned just like this. We must rescue him!" At this time, the Sloppy Elder also spoke up, standing on the side of the Old Bastard.

"I think there must be a trade-off. Human-shaped creatures are too terrifying, and now that we have not birthed a Great Emperor, it is impossible to resist the dark tides. Therefore, I believe that young man surnamed Ye should be left behind, for the greater good."

The Quasi-Emperor of the Moonlight Dynasty, who had remained silent so far, also spoke up.

With a four against three, the situation became very delicate, as the Old Bastard and his two companions simultaneously turned their gaze to Elder Lin.

At this moment, his decision was crucial and would determine whether to abandon Ye Fan, who represents the future hope of the Human Clan!