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At the summit of Mount Hua, beneath Wuzhang Rock, Yang Sanqian unleashed the unheard-of Blowing Immortal Technique, causing several disciples with low cultivation to be unable to suppress the transformation of their Dao Qi. They were invaded by Evil Energy and met a tragic end on the spot.
Meanwhile, the leaders of the Five Major Sects—Yang Xuanzong, Nangong, Dongfang Jiu, Miao Shengnan, and Zhang Ziling—were working together atop Wuzhang Rock to seize the Book of Life and Death, disregarding the countless deaths of their disciples.
"Yang Sanqian, you slaughter the innocent and are unworthy of being called a Divine Hero by your subordinates!" shouted an Elder of the Qingyun Sect who was desperately resisting.
The women around cursed him fiercely, while some began to plead for mercy. It was clear to everyone that Yang Sanqian's use of forbidden techniques aimed to eliminate all who obstructed him.
At that moment, Jiyao dashed through the crowd at incredible speed, sweeping aside anyone who blocked her path with her sword. She leaped onto the stage where nine elder priests from the Yang Family stood before her, chanting spells. A wall of talismans materialized in front of them, instantly sending Jiyao flying out of the arena.
Holding the Sacred Artifact Water Moon Mirror, Jiyao sliced through the energy wall with her sword. One elder thrust his palm forward. The Dao Qi surged like wind, striking Jiyao and her offensive techniques were reflected back by the Water Moon Mirror, causing the elder to be sent flying backward.
Jiyao landed on Wuzhang Rock and broke through the Elders' blockade as Yang Long and Yang Peng each struck at her with their palms.
"Get lost!" Jiyao shouted as she slammed her palm into Yang Peng's chest, causing him to spit blood and fly away.
Yang Long swiftly maneuvered past Jiyao's attack and struck a specific acupoint on her back. Jiyao staggered as her acupoint burst open, knocking Yang Long back. She swept her sword horizontally, forcing Yang Long to retreat in order to avoid her strike.
"Let my son go!"
Jiyao lunged at Yang Xuanzong with her sword. The five were casting spells and could not be interrupted; however, at that moment, a large hand suddenly struck Jiyao away. She let out a muffled groan as she was sent flying toward the crowd in Yang Sanqian's direction.
A shadowy figure in a black robe stood atop Wuzhang Rock, obscuring his expression.
"Who are you?" Jiyao demanded angrily as she looked at the black-robed elder.
Previously, they had been captured because of this black-robed elder; otherwise, how could Li Chang'an have been a match for both of them?
The black-robed elder remained silent. He waved his sleeve, unleashing a fierce aura of slaughter that enveloped the area and dispelled Yang Sanqian's blowing immortal energy. Yang Sanqian furrowed his brow as he looked at the black-robed elder, confusion evident in his gaze.
"Who exactly is this person, Old Scholar Yang Kaishan?" Jiyao asked.
Yang Sanqian shook his head and replied, "I don't know. He doesn't seem to carry the aura of our Ancestor, but his skills are effortless. It's clear he's above us."
The crowd breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing Yang Sanqian's forbidden technique being broken, but the sight of the dead before them sent chills down their spines. Compared to a Daoist Grandmaster-level expert, no matter how many people there were, they seemed insignificant. Yang Sanqian had slaughtered seven or eight thousand with a single forbidden technique, and the righteous Divine Hero was not to be trifled with; in his rage, blood flowed like rivers.
Yang Sanqian's complexion turned pale; using the forbidden technique to kill so many had taken a toll on him, and the murderous aura from the old man in black left him disoriented, forcing him to withdraw.
After the old man in black repelled Yang Sanqian and Jiyao, he faded away, disappearing from everyone's sight.
On Wuzhang Rock, a black light surged as the leaders of the Five Major Sects retrieved the Book of Life and Death, which was connected to my life force.
In an instant, the wind rose and clouds gathered; the earth lost its color, and dark clouds enveloped Mount Hua Summit, casting it into shadow.
A black book, entirely woven from runes, floated out from my body, startling everyone into retreating. The aura of the Book of Life and Death was so terrifying that even the Five Great Sect Leaders had to raise their protective Dao Qi to resist its dark influence.
In the midst of it all, Huzi dragged Iron Bull's corpse aside while looking at me through the throng of people. A sense of helplessness rose within him as he gasped for breath. "Haozi."
Yang Sanqian and Jiyao were also blocked outside the crowd, unable to approach. Exhausted from facing tens of thousands of attackers, they were worn out.
Yang Xuanzong emitted a brilliant white light that restrained the floating Book of Life and Death. He said, "Four leaders, now that the Book of Life and Death has finally been retrieved, let’s stick to our old rules. Each sect will guard it for three years; what do you think?"
Nangong Dao replied, "I think that's fine, but I want Serpent Cult to take care of it first."
Yang Xuanzong chuckled and said, "Nangong Master, I'm already a hundred years old; I have less than four years left. If I give you custody of the Book of Life and Death, I fear I might lose my life before my time is up."
Nangong Dao retorted, "As if your age is something extraordinary! Aren't all present here one foot already in the coffin?"
"You!"
"Alright everyone, since the Book of Life and Death has been retrieved, I suggest we work together to modify our lifespans on the Book, adding a cycle of years each, and then compete for the management rights of the Book. What do you think?" Zhang Ziling proposed.
Miao Shengnan, the Emei Sect Leader, nodded in agreement, while Dongfang Jiu chuckled, "These two are getting old and don’t have many years left. At this critical moment, let’s all bear some responsibility in the competition for the Book of Life and Death; after all, we’re not exactly scholars."
Yang Xuanzong and Nangong felt quite displeased by Dongfang Jiu's sarcastic remarks. Nangong Dao said, "Let’s first work together to extend our lifespans."
Yang Xuanzong could only nod in agreement. Decades ago, the Five Great Supremes were all at the Mahayana Realm. They had infiltrated the Underworld to steal the King of Hell's Book of Life and Death, and upon returning to the mortal realm, they worked together to open it, each adding a cycle of years to their lifespans. Now, many years later, their successors had grown old as well. Currently, with Yaochi destroyed and Nanhai Guanyin Monastery not participating, two new factions—Arched Eyebrows and Wudang—had emerged.
The five of them cast secret spells, opening the Book of Life and Death. The Ghosts and Deities trembled as the sun and moon shifted. A mysterious rune of light shot through the universe, enveloping the Book of Life and Death. The Five Great Sect Leaders surrounded it, pressing their palms against the runes. The Wudao script instantly appeared, containing their birthdates and incomprehensible death dates. Upon seeing their lifespans, they all frowned. They exerted all their strength to reverse the inscriptions on the Book of Life and Death. The numbers within quietly changed, and with a thunderous sound, the light converged as the Book closed again, returning to calm.
The Five Great Sect Leaders displayed expressions of surprise, while onlookers were equally astonished. Someone asked, "Have they already reversed their fates?"
For ordinary people, adding a cycle of years to their lifespan was not significant; however, for the Five Great Sect Leaders to do so was extraordinary—they would become Supremes!
The Five Great Sect Leaders exchanged glances, reading confusion and disappointment in each other's eyes. Miao Shengnan remarked, "Why did we only add three years?"
As they were all connected by fate, any increase in lifespan from reversing the Book should have been uniform; they could not have held back. Yet for some reason, despite their utmost efforts, they had only managed to add three years.
"Could it be that reversing the Book of Life and Death requires some kind of spell or secret?" Zhang Ziling asked.
Sword Sect Master Dongfang Jiu replied, "When the Book was opened by the five Supremes back then, they were also at the Mahayana Realm; there shouldn’t have been any secrets involved—it was purely based on their strength."
Nangong Dao added, "Indeed, it was forcibly opened; I was present that day—Old Master didn’t require any secrets afterward."
Everyone turned to Yang Xuanzong, who shook his head as well.
Dongfang Jiu continued, "Once opened, it will be difficult to access the Book of Life and Death again in a short time. However, there is only one Book; what do you all think about its custody?"
"Are you done with your chatter? Since the Book of Life and Death has been retrieved, let’s release Yang Hao!" Five Howls interjected.
Dongfang Jiu heard Wu's words and said, "Oh right, I almost forgot. Yang Hao has the Book of Life and Death inside him, and the Martial Dao Classic hasn't been taken out yet."
"Everyone knows that once the Martial Dao Classic recognizes a master, it cannot be reversed. Didn't you all plan to take out the Book of Life and Death and let him go?" Huzi added.
Eastern Nine replied, "We Five Great Sect Leaders never said such a thing. On the contrary, we decided from the beginning to kill this reckless thief who stole from a hundred schools. The claim that the Martial Dao Classic cannot be reversed is just his one-sided statement. Although it cannot be removed, if he dies, the Martial Dao Classic will surely not disappear for no reason; it will definitely choose a new master!"
Yang Xuanzong said, "Throughout history, Wuzhang Rock has always been the venue for disciples from various sects to compete. Since the Daoist Dark Turmoil a hundred years ago, the Underworld Sect has not held any competitions. Why not have a martial arts contest now? Any disciple under thirty can participate. The sect that wins will not only gain control of the Book of Life and Death but also have the right to execute Yang Hao, this sinner. He has cultivated the Divine Ability of Qi Sea Storage; if he is killed, the Martial Dao Classic will choose a new master, including everything within his Qi Sea—all will belong to the victor."
As soon as Yang Xuanzong spoke these words, everyone was in an uproar. Wuzhang Rock, as the Holy Land for Daoist Sect competitions, had seen countless talents rise to fame here and many fall.
At that moment, everyone on Wuzhang Rock suddenly felt a mysterious power coming forth. As the saying goes, upon hearing their words and seeing the seal on me being broken, his eyes filled with chaos as he attempted to use secret techniques to transfer me.
The space around me twisted as the Binding Immortal Rope clanked loudly, shaking the iron pillar that bound me as if it would uproot it.
Li Chang'an pressed down with his hand to stabilize the void while Yang Xuanzong struck As the saying goes down from Wuzhang Rock. As the saying goes spat blood, his eyes still clouded as he cast secret methods. Dongfang Jiu snorted coldly, raised his finger like a sword, and swept towards As the saying goes. As the saying goes screamed in agony as sword energy sliced through his eyes, rendering him useless.
"A mere flea thinks it can leap over a wall; it's simply overestimating itself," Nangong scoffed as True Fire of Taiyi pierced through As the saying goes, leaving a fiery hole in his heart.
I said, "Mr. Chang."
As the saying goes sat cross-legged beneath Wuzhang Rock, engulfed in flames. He said, "The only person who knows the mysteries of my formation besides Yang Sanqian is no one else but you. However, since members of the Yang Family know about it, it must be due to Divination Technique calculations. It seems that even our revered Saint Old Scholar is nothing more than this."
The implication was clear: the mastermind behind this turmoil aimed at harming me was most likely Old Scholar.
"He's already dead yet still spouting nonsense!" Li Chang'an retorted.
Amidst the raging flames, As the saying goes declared, "Divine Hero, Old Man has served loyally."
Soon after, As the saying goes was burned into a pile of charred skeletons by True Fire of Taiyi while Wu cried out but was stopped by Huzi.
Yang Xuanzong said, "That was just a minor incident. What do you all think of Old Man's suggestion? We can't have a fight among ourselves, can we?"
Nangong snorted and replied, "I heard that the Yang Family's Ten Major Branches were secretly sent to various sects, cultivating the Dao Dan that has merged into the Legitimate Son. It's obvious that your grandson, Yang Longfu, is extraordinary."
"Indeed, the Ten Major Branches were robbed of their Dao Dan. They are not fools; they will definitely retaliate. Whose life isn't valuable? I've known about this matter in Sword Pavilion for quite some time," Eastern Nine added.
Hearing this, Yang Xuanzong's expression turned grim. Yang Long, standing nearby with narrowed eyes, also looked extremely displeased, but no one was willing to admit it. Such a shocking and inhumane event—how could the righteous Yinshan Yang Family acknowledge it?
Yang Long said, "I condensed my Nine-Tier Golden Elixir by myself at the age of sixteen. The Yang Family has countless Holy Medicines and Cultivation Methods. I couldn't even be bothered to participate in the robbery of Holy Medicine from Kunlun Yaochi. Why would I need someone else's Dao Dan? Are you all afraid that your disciples are too weak to compete with mine? If that's the case, I will bind my hands and only use one-tenth of my strength to compete with your top disciples."
"Yang Long, you are arrogant!" Dongfang Zhen from Wuzhang Rock scolded.
"Truly unable to recognize your own limitations. There are always people stronger than you. A mere Medicine Basket should not boast so much; aren't you afraid of being laughed at?" Nangong Lin remarked.
Emei Sect Leader Miao Shengnan hesitated for a moment and said, "I actually agree with Yang Master’s suggestion. Why not let our disciples compete? The Book of Life and Death and Martial Dao Classic are crucial matters; this is also the fairest solution."
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