King of Assassins

The Sword Immortal only needs her sword; other people or matters are inconsequential. The more one thinks, the duller the sword becomes.

Yuan Qinglian knew this was wrong, but she still had some affection for these disciples and the sect she had built with her own hands.

Gao Xuan suddenly raised his voice, saying, "I have long heard that Cyan Lotus Sword Venerable’s swordsmanship is unmatched. Since today is the Dao discussion assembly, I wish to learn from Sword Venerable’s Cyan Lotus Sword. I humbly ask for your guidance."

Gao Xuan’s sudden challenge to Yuan Qinglian took everyone by great surprise.

This person slaying the Polar Star Monarch and Ten Suffering Bodhisattva wasn’t enough; does he want to eliminate all the top experts in the Primordial Celestial Realm?

Many cultivators looked towards Yuan Qinglian, their gazes filled with curiosity, worry, concern, and a sense of schadenfreude, among other emotions.

Yuan Qinglian did not care about the surrounding cultivators and said aloud, "I dare not teach. Daoist Monarch Gao’s divine abilities are peerless; I was just about to seek guidance."

As Yuan Qinglian spoke, she took a step towards Gao Xuan. She too crossed the space barrier of the Polar Star God Array and Earth Book, but unlike Jin Xiang, she didn’t use force, as if the barriers didn’t exist at all.

Lifting heavy as light, which showcased Yuan Qinglian’s unparalleled Sword Dao.

Gao Xuan nodded in admiration, just this alone set Yuan Qinglian a level above the Polar Star Monarch and Ten Suffering Bodhisattva.

Earth Element Daoist Monarch watched the battlefield with a complex expression; logically, he should join Yuan Qinglian to have some chance of winning.

However, he knew Yuan Qinglian’s personality. Rashly helping might instead anger Yuan Qinglian.

Moreover, Gao Xuan’s open challenge to Yuan Qinglian was in accordance with the rules of the Tri-Element Dharma Assembly.

Earth Element Daoist Monarch, as the host, could not nod to violate the rules he set.

Yu Ning Daoist, standing behind Earth Element Daoist Monarch, couldn’t help but ask, "Master, are we just going to let them fight?"

Earth Element Daoist Monarch had come to understand and said, "This is in accordance with the rules."

Yu Ning Daoist worriedly said, "If Gao Xuan wins, he will definitely challenge Master. What should we do then?"

In Yu Ning Daoist’s view, even her master, though the strongest, feared that he might not be able to defeat Gao Xuan.

After all, the power Gao Xuan displayed earlier was terrifying. The Polar Star Monarch and Ten Suffering Bodhisattva were utterly vanquished before Gao Xuan.

Even if her master had the Earth Book, there was no guarantee against Gao Xuan.

Earth Element Daoist Monarch serenely said, "If Gao Xuan wants to challenge me, I will accept. What else can be done?"

Yu Ning Daoist hesitated to speak; she really wanted to ask what would happen if her master lost. But she couldn’t bring herself to say it.

Earth Element Daoist Monarch knew what Yu Ning Daoist wanted to say. He gently said, "At my stage, why be afraid of destruction or death. If Gao Xuan has such ability, then it is the cycle of the Heavenly Dao, and I am destined for this calamity."

Yu Ning Daoist anxiously said, "Master is the pillar of the Primordial Celestial Realm. If anything happens to you, what will become of all beings in the realm?"

This was not Yu Ning Daoist flattering; it had always been Earth Element Daoist Monarch who protected Central Province with the Earth Book, establishing its order.

Do not underestimate the influence of forces like the Polar Star Monarch and Ten Sufferings Temple, which had massive influence on Central Province.

However, all boundaries were set by Earth Element Daoist Monarch. Earth Element Daoist Monarch was the foundation of this realm’s order.

It was precisely because of Earth Element Daoist Monarch’s protection that cultivators in Central Province could thrive and prosper.

Without Earth Element Daoist Monarch, Central Province would certainly fall into chaos. The order of the Primordial Celestial Realm would inevitably collapse.

For all beings in the Primordial Celestial Realm, this would be the greatest catastrophe.

Earth Element Daoist Monarch gently shook his head: "Life and death are destined. If I am destined for calamity, others will have their fate. Though we are strong, we cannot control the capriciousness of fate."

He sighed gently: "The order of the Primordial Celestial Realm has been maintained for millions of years, but the time has come for change."

Earth Element Daoist Monarch remained calm and accepting, believing in the Heavenly Dao. All uncontrollable changes were viewed as the capricious fate, as results of the natural evolution of the Heavenly Dao.

Since it was the celestial mandate, why struggle? There’s no need to forsake one’s Dao heart and do things against one’s nature.

After chatting with his disciple for a few moments, Earth Element Daoist Monarch instead found enlightenment, truly calming his mind.

Yu Ning Daoist did not expect that after a few words, it would make her master more resolute in his thoughts. She felt helpless and could only hope that Yuan Qinglian’s sword could suppress Gao Xuan.

In the isolated realm, Gao Xuan drew the Hongyi Sword from his waist, his fingers lightly brushing its clear blade.

"This sword has accompanied me through many battles. I have gained some insights into the Sword Dao. To compare swords and discuss the Dao with Sword Venerable today is truly an honor."

Gao Xuan was quite courteous to Yuan Qinglian, this transcendent Sword Immortal reborn from the Sword Lotus, whose purity and height of sword intent he had never seen in his life.

If he hadn’t achieved the Innate Primordial Chaos Dao Body, he might not withstand ten moves under her sword.

Now with the Innate Primordial Chaos Dao Body, he finally had the qualification to compete in swordsmanship with her.

Yuan Qinglian glanced at the Hongyi Sword in Gao Xuan’s hand; the power contained within the sword seemed like a celestial river, vast and boundless.

In terms of the sword artifact itself, it had neither sharpness nor spirituality, it could be considered a failure.

Yet, with its abundant and endless power, this sword artifact could not be underestimated.

In Yuan Qinglian’s bright eyes, a blue lotus bloomed, and a long sword, radiant with azure light, appeared in her hand.

Upon the sword’s emergence, the entire world was bathed in a layer of azure light.

Even Gao Xuan, standing opposite, was covered in a layer of azure light. Deep within his mysterious Celestial Dragon Eye, a bud-like blue lotus appeared as well.

Though Yuan Qinglian’s sword had not moved, her sword intent had already silently penetrated layers of barriers to reach Gao Xuan’s divine soul.

"Excellent swordsmanship."

Gao Xuan loudly praised, his Hongyi Sword slightly vibrated, and aqua-colored sword light surged forth like a celestial river.

In an instant, the aqua-colored sword light had engulfed the entire world.

The numerous cultivators observing inside the Taiyi Hall all felt as if they were overwhelmed and submerged by the torrential celestial river.

Momentarily, the divine intents of countless cultivators were completely captivated by the aqua-colored sword light.