The First Marquis of Daxuan

In the boundless void.

A roar sounded.

"Su Mu!"

Immediately afterwards, a dazzling light exploded and then quickly contracted, finally revealing a human figure in the void.

This person was none other than the Great Celestial Venerable.

The Great Celestial Venerable's face was ashen, and his eyes were filled with surging killing intent.

He raised his hand and threw a punch.

The deafening roar seemed to shatter even the void itself.

"Su Mu, I will definitely kill you, I definitely will!"

After venting his anger, the Great Celestial Venerable spoke through gritted teeth.

His plan, spanning tens of thousands of years, was thwarted by Su Mu, preventing him from achieving its full potential.

Without that trace of chaotic energy, his cultivation had a new flaw.

Although it was just a small flaw, it was something he couldn't accept.

He is the Great Celestial Venerable.

How could he allow his cultivation to have flaws?

He was determined to find Su Mu, kill Su Mu, and reclaim that wisp of chaotic energy.

If Su Mu is not killed, his mental state will show signs of weakness.

Now, Su Mu is almost becoming his inner demon.

"I have broken through to the Dao Realm. This time, I will definitely kill you!"

The Great Celestial Venerable's pupils burned with rage. He sensed the location of the chaotic energy, and with a flicker, he transformed into a beam of light and vanished.

…………

"Jin Yi, do you think Su Mu can really break through to the Dao Extreme Realm this time?"

Inside the Yanfu Sect, King Mei looked at Jin Yi and asked a question.

"Although Su Mu's cultivation has indeed reached the level of half-step Dao Extreme, I have seen many experts of this level, but there are almost none who have truly broken through to the Dao Extreme realm."

Even if it's just a half-step away, it's still incredibly difficult.

Mei Yanwang has seen too many half-step Dao-level experts die without ever truly crossing that threshold.

Although he now acknowledges Su Mu's talent and strength, he is still unsure whether Su Mu can truly reach the Dao Extreme Realm.

If Su Mu cannot reach the Dao Extreme Realm, then Su Mu will not be able to extend the life of the Yanfu Secret Realm by a hundred years.

"He can definitely do it."

Jin Yi said without hesitation, "I even think that Su Mu might be able to find the Primordial Remains that the Sect Master mentioned."

"Primordial remains?"

Mei Yanwang and the others' expressions suddenly became extremely serious.

The sect leader of Yanfu Sect once said that there might be the remains of a Tai Chu Realm expert in the Yanfu Secret Realm. If someone can find it, they can obtain the complete inheritance of that Tai Chu Realm expert.

However, no one has ever found it over the years.

"That's right. Although the Danxia Sect concealed it very well, I know that the Danxia Sect invited Su Mu to the Danxia Secret Realm, and then Su Mu helped the Danxia Sect find its ultimate martial arts technique."

If Su Mu could do this in the Danxia Secret Realm, then he might very well be able to create another miracle in our Yanfu Secret Realm.

Jin Yi said solemnly.

"The sect leader said that whoever finds the Primordial Remains will be the next sect leader of the Yanfu Sect. If Su Mu really finds the Primordial Remains, then things will be troublesome."

Mei Yanwang and the others exchanged glances. "Su Mu is not a disciple of the Yanfu Sect, so how can he become the next sect leader of the Yanfu Sect?"

Just then, a figure suddenly shot over.

"My lords, something terrible has happened! Someone has broken into our sect!"

The person who came shouted loudly.

"Who is so bold?"

Mei Yanwang and the others' faces darkened, and they shouted.

"The newcomer claims to be the Great Celestial Venerable!"

The man reported this loudly.

Jin Yi and Sun Jifeng's expressions immediately changed.

When they were negotiating the deal with Su Mu, they said that if Su Mu came to the Yanfu Secret Realm, even if the Great Celestial Venerable had great abilities, he would not be able to harm Su Mu.

Because it is impossible for the Great Celestial Venerable to break into the Yanfu Sect.

They never expected that the Great Celestial Venerable would be so audacious as to actually dare to break into the Yanfu Sect!

How did the Great Celestial Venerable find his way here?

The core of the Yanfu Sect is a closely guarded secret, unknown even to the people of the Great Qian Dynasty.

"My lords, the strength of the Great Celestial Venerable should not be underestimated."

Jin Yi cupped his hands in greeting and said in a low voice.

He actually wanted to say that the Ten Kings of Hell of the Yanfu Sect were no match for the Great Celestial Venerable, but it was inappropriate to say such things to their faces.

"Unless he has already reached the true Dao Realm, daring to enter the Yanfu Sect means certain death!"

Mei Yanwang said coldly, "Even if he can beat us, he may not be able to beat Xuanwu Protector."

Above the Ten Kings of Hell in the Yanfu Sect are the Four Guardian Deities: Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, and Black Tortoise.

The four guardians are all at the true Dao Realm.

Now, Xuanwu, one of the four guardian deities, sits in the central position.

The purpose is to prevent powerful cultivators at the Dao Realm from offending the Yanfu Sect.

If just anyone at the Dao Realm can cause trouble at the Yanfu Sect, then the Yanfu Sect has no right to stand in this great world.

Upon hearing that Xuanwu the Protector was there, Jin Yi and Sun Jifeng breathed a sigh of relief.

With Xuanwu protecting the Dharma, the Great Celestial Venerable shouldn't be able to cause any trouble.

The two of them followed closely behind the three Yama Kings as they walked outside.

…………

Inside the Yanfu Secret Realm.

Su Mu was in the middle of a sea of ​​fire.

After leaving the frigid world, Su Mu appeared in this small world filled with lava.

Ice and Fire.

Of all the secret realms Su Mu had experienced, none were as extreme as the Yanfu Secret Realm.

Fortunately, with his current physique, ordinary flames cannot harm him in the slightest.

Even the high temperature wouldn't have any effect on him.

"There are twelve supreme treasures hidden in the extreme cold, and I wonder how many are hidden in this lava inferno."

Su Mu looked around.

Recalling his experience in the extreme cold, Su Mu still feels a surge of excitement.

Without him.

Those twelve treasures were truly astonishing.

Three-Life Flower, Ten-Thousand-Year Crimson Fruit, Immortal-Slaying Blade, Battle Armor, Ice Phoenix Essence Blood, Mysterious Frost Stone Milk...

Any one of these items would be fought over by the world's strongest.

Su Mu paid a heavy price for the entrance ticket to the Yanfu Secret Realm.

Although those things were all paid for by Hengshan Sect and Danxia Sect, they were both on the same side, so the price was the price.

Not to mention that Su Mu also promised to extend the lifespan of the Yanfu Secret Realm by a hundred years.

To be honest, Su Mu had only thought that if the Yanfu Secret Realm could help him break through to the Dao Extreme Realm, then this trip would be worthwhile.

Right now, these twelve treasures alone have already made the price worthwhile.

Any further gains will be extra profits.

Although this environment of contrasting ice and fire is somewhat strange, it does have some unexpected benefits for cultivation.

With the presence of the ten-thousand-year-old Crimson Heaven Fruit and the extreme environment, Su Mu even felt his cultivation level slowly improving at all times.

He felt that he was getting closer and closer to the Dao Realm.

Swish!
Su Mu casually slashed out with his sword, and a blade of light flew out from the edge of the Immortal Slaying Blade, killing a fire beast that flew out of the magma.

If anyone were present and witnessed this scene, they would be utterly shocked.

The fire beast in the magma was comparable to a Dao Origin Realm expert, but it didn't even have a chance to struggle under Su Mu's hands, and was killed with a single strike.

Before entering the Yanfu Secret Realm, although Su Mu was strong, he was not able to kill Dao Origin Realm experts as easily as slaughtering chickens and dogs.

His strength is even greater than before.

Even ordinary Dao Origin Realm experts would find it difficult to withstand the power of a single strike from him.

The fire beast's body turned into specks of fire and dissipated in the air, then a ball of red energy rose up.

Su Mu raised his hand and grasped the ball of energy in his palm. With a slight circulation of his internal energy, he absorbed the energy.

"I see!"

Su Mu's eyes lit up, and he thought to himself.

The energy remaining after the fire beast was killed was able to help the evolution of his inner world.

"The Yanfu Sect has always claimed that the Yanfu Secret Realm can help Dao Origin Realm warriors break through to the Dao Extreme Realm. It turns out it's true."

Su Mu thought to himself.

This kind of free energy does not exist in Hengshan Secret Realm and Danxia Secret Realm.

If a Dao Source Realm martial artist can absorb enough of this energy, then there is indeed a certain possibility of breaking through to the Dao Extreme Realm.

However, this energy can only be obtained after slaying the fire beast.

This fire beast is quite powerful; it's not easy for ordinary martial artists to obtain enough energy from it.

Leaving aside others, even Su Mu would have had to put in some effort to kill a Dao Source Realm fire beast if he didn't have the Immortal Slaying Blade in hand.

Compared to the small amount of energy gained, it's really not worth it.

"It's unlikely for others to break through to the Dao Realm by absorbing the energy of fire beasts, but for me—"

Su Mu glanced at the Spirit Treasure Immortal-Slaying Blade in his hand, a strong fighting spirit appearing on his face.

With the Spirit Treasure Immortal-Slaying Blade in hand, his combat power is currently at its peak.

If he still can't break through to the Dao Realm, then his trip to the Yanfu Secret Realm will have been in vain.

Su Mu swayed and deliberately burrowed into the magma.

With each swing of the Immortal-Slaying Blade, it continuously reaped the lives of those fire beasts.

…………

boom!
A blinding flash of light exploded in the air.

The energy surged and churned like boiling water, leaving a trail of dust in its wake.

Mei Yanwang, Jin Yi, Sun Jifeng, and the others were all sent flying backwards, barely managing to regain their footing.

Their faces involuntarily showed expressions of horror.

"My lords, he has broken through to the Dao Realm. Please ask Xuanwu to protect him."

Jin Yi wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth, looked at the Grand Celestial Venerable who was constantly approaching, and couldn't help but say in a deep voice.

Mei Yanwang looked solemn and took out a whistle-like object from his pocket.

He put the whistle to his lips and blew it.

The loud sound soared into the sky.

The Great Celestial Venerable suddenly stopped, turned his head to look in one direction, and for the first time, his expression became somewhat serious.

Just at this time.

The wind blows.

In an instant, sand and stones flew everywhere.

Everyone instinctively closed their eyes.

When they opened their eyes again, a figure appeared in the air, looking directly at the Great Celestial Venerable without expression.

The Great Celestial Venerable's gaze shifted from Mei Yanwang and the others to the newcomer.

"Ok?"

The newcomer looked at the Great Celestial Venerable for a long time before uttering a sound of doubt.

"You look somewhat unfamiliar. However, since you are a Daoist master, we are kindred spirits. May I ask what brings you to my Yanfu Sect?"
But what offense have I, a disciple of the Jambudvipa sect, committed?
If so, I apologize to you on their behalf.

The Xuanwu guardian spoke very politely.

After all, the other party was a Dao Realm expert, and Xuanwu Protector did not want to offend him to death before figuring out the other party's background.

"I have no enmity with the Jambudvipa sect."

The Great Celestial Venerable said with a serious expression, "I have come here to find someone. As long as your sect hands over the person, I will leave immediately."

I can also compensate for all the losses that were just caused to your clan.

The Great Celestial Venerable's idea was exactly the same as that of the Xuanwu Protector.

Everyone here is at the pinnacle of the Dao realm. If there are no irreconcilable grudges, no one is willing to fight to the death with the other.

After all, even if a Dao Realm expert wins a fight, they will have to pay an unimaginable price.

Unless absolutely necessary, experts at the Dao Realm will not easily resort to violence.

Even the arrogant Great Celestial Venerable abandoned his usual demeanor when facing the Xuanwu Protector, who was at the Dao Extreme Realm.

Mei Yanwang's lips moved slightly as he told Xuanwu the whole story.

The Xuanwu Protector frowned slightly.

He looked at the Great Celestial Venerable and slowly said, "The person you are looking for is indeed in my Yanfu Sect."

However, since he is a guest of the Yanfu Sect, I cannot allow you to take him away.

Outside of the Yanfu Sect, you may do whatever you wish with Su Mu, but within the Yanfu Sect, please forgive me for being unable to comply.

"If that's the case, then please forgive my rudeness."

The Great Celestial Venerable spoke in a deep voice, his aura beginning to condense, like the sky before a thunderstorm.

"Don't say I'm disrespecting you. Let's have a friendly spar. If you can beat me, I'll turn around and leave."

If I'm lucky enough to win even one or two moves, then you can't stop me anymore, okay?

The Great Celestial Venerable stared at the Xuanwu Protector.

Although he had tried his best to restrain his temper, his words still revealed an air of arrogance.

The Xuanwu Guardian narrowed his eyes slightly, a hint of displeasure flashing in his pupils.

The Great Celestial Venerable is the only one of his kind in the Saha world, and the Xuanwu Dharma Protector is also awe-inspiring in his region.
As one of the four great protectors of the Yanfu Sect, the Xuanwu Protector has roamed the world undefeated.

Even the most powerful Dao Realm experts of the Great Qian Dynasty had to give him some respect.

This Great Celestial Venerable is skilled in the ancestral land of the Yanfu Sect and injured many Yanfu Sect disciples. The fact that the Xuanwu Protector allowed him to leave like this is already giving him a lot of face.

If the Great Celestial Venerable were not at the Dao Extreme Realm, the Xuanwu Protector would have slapped him to death long ago.

Of course, if the Great Celestial Venerable is not at the Dao Extreme Realm, then the Xuanwu Protector would not have shown himself at all.

Now, the Xuanwu Protector feels he has already given the Great Heavenly Venerable enough face, yet the Great Heavenly Venerable refuses to listen and instead chooses to suffer the consequences.

Do you really think that Xuanwu, the guardian deity, has a good temper?

"Great Celestial Venerable, this is the Yanfu Sect."

"The Xuanwu Protector said coldly, his eyes flashing with killing intent."

As the fierce aura emanating from the Xuanwu Guardian arose, King Mei and other Yama Kings, along with a group of elders from the Yanfu Sect, automatically dispersed, forming a fan shape to confront the Great Heavenly Venerable.

This is the Yanfu Sect, and the Xuanwu Protector is not a single person.

If it really comes down to a fight, the Yanfu Sect won't follow the rules of one-on-one combat with the Great Celestial Venerable.

Even if the Great Celestial Venerable is strong, can he possibly face a powerhouse of the same level and dozens of Dao Origin Realm powerhouses who are just a step below him at the same time?

The Great Celestial Venerable looked quietly at the Xuanwu Protector and the others, his expression neither pleased nor angry.

"Using numbers to bully the few?"

The Great Celestial Venerable said coldly, "If I were to fight with all my might, it's hard to say whether I would die or not, but at least half of your men would die."

And this place will be completely reduced to ruins.

"If the people do not fear death, why should they be frightened by it?"

The Xuanwu Protector remained calm and said indifferently, "There are no cowards among the disciples of my Yanfu Sect who are afraid of death."

"If you wish to fight, my Yanfu Sect will accompany you to the very end."

Both sides exuded a strong aura, and the situation was about to erupt.

Mei Yanwang, Jin Yi, Sun Jifeng, and the others all gripped their weapons tightly.

Their faces all showed signs of tension.

How could I not be nervous?

The opponent is a Dao Realm expert.

Even if they are not afraid of death, it is difficult for them not to be nervous when facing a Dao Realm expert.

With Xuanwu protecting him, even if a fight breaks out, the Great Celestial Venerable won't gain any advantage.

But the Great Celestial Venerable was right. If two experts at the pinnacle of the Great Dao clashed, the ancestral land of the Yanfu Sect could easily be reduced to ruins.

Even Jin Yi, who was most favored by Su Mu, hesitated for a moment.

He didn't know whether what Yanfuzong was doing was worthwhile.

It seems like a losing proposition for Su Mu to fight a Dao Realm expert head-on.

Jin Yi looked at the back of the Xuanwu Protector, his expression showing some struggle.

However, it is clear that Jin Yi has no say in making the decision at this point.

The Xuanwu guardian remained expressionless, showing absolutely no hesitation.

To the Xuanwu Protector, it didn't matter who Su Mu was, or what deal Su Mu made with the Yanfu Sect.

In short, it is absolutely unacceptable for anyone to trespass on the grounds of the Jambudvipa sect and cause trouble for its guests.

The Xuanwu Protector is not retreating even half a step not for Su Mu's sake, but for the sake of the Yanfu Sect's reputation.

If just anyone can cause trouble at the Yanfu Sect, how will the Yanfu Sect maintain its standing in the Great Thousand World?
The reputation of the Jambudvipa sect is above all else.

Let alone one Dao Realm expert, even if there were several more, the Xuanwu Protector would not back down.

"Great Celestial Venerable, this is the final warning."

The Xuanwu Protector coldly said, "We welcome friends with fine wine, but we bring weapons when enemies come."

If you leave now, I can forgive and forget what happened before, and I can pretend nothing ever happened.

"I apologize, but I have never given up halfway through anything I have ever done."

The Great Celestial Venerable said without retreating even half a step.

"In that case, let's follow the rules of martial arts."

The Xuanwu Protector coldly declared, "Anyone who trespasses into the Yanfu Sect will be killed without exception!"

The Xuanwu Guardian raised his hand, and in an instant, the world changed color.

"kill!"

All the disciples of the Yanfu Sect shouted in unison.

The sound pierced the sky and transformed into a visible shockwave that surged toward the Great Celestial Venerable.

That one loud shout would have terrified an ordinary martial artist.

But the Great Celestial Venerable's expression did not change in the slightest.

He clenched his fist and slowly extended it forward.

Even when facing so many people from the Yanfu Sect, he still chose to make a move.

His hatred for Su Mu even overshadowed his fear of the Yanfu Sect.

The Xuanwu Guardian snorted coldly and stepped forward.

In an instant, a Xuanwu (Black Tortoise) image appeared behind him.

At the same time, it started to rain.

The raindrops, like sharp swords, pounded down on the Great Celestial Venerable with immense force.

The battle begins.

…………

Within the secret realm of Jambudvipa.

A flash of light appeared.

Amidst the flying sparks, yet another fire beast vanished from sight.

Su Mu opened his mouth and swallowed the scattered energy. Looking around, he could no longer see the fire beast.

Su Mu licked his lips, still wanting more.

He had already slaughtered all the fire beasts in the lava inferno, but he was still a step away from the Dao Realm.

With just the last hurdle to overcome, Su Mu felt he could easily step over it.

But it was precisely this last sliver of distance that separated him from the Dao Realm.

If he falls short of this level, he can only be considered a Dao Source Realm martial artist, not a Dao Extreme Realm expert.

Unfortunately, he had killed all the fire beasts in the molten inferno, leaving no energy for him to devour.

"Are there only fire beasts in this area?"

Su Mu looked around.

In the extreme cold, he acquired twelve treasures.

But in this molten lava inferno, he neither saw Zhang Yuanshi nor found any of the treasures he had left behind.

This vast lava inferno world seems to be merely the habitat of these fire beasts.

Or rather, this fire beast is the only gift Zhang Yuanshi left to his descendants.

Although Su Mu had already benefited greatly from absorbing the energy from so many fire beasts, the gains here were clearly far less satisfying than those from the Extreme Cold Heaven.

His appetite has been greatly increased by the extreme cold.

"Or perhaps I should go to the next door."

Su Mu recalled the four doors he saw when he entered the Yanfu Secret Realm.

Behind the first door lies an area of ​​extreme cold.

Behind the second door lies this molten lava inferno world.

I wonder what's behind the third and fourth doors.

With that thought in mind, Su Mu didn't delay any longer and turned to fly towards the exit.

…………

Rumble.

A tremendous sound echoed in the air.

The figures of the Great Celestial Venerable and the Xuanwu Protector had become so fast that they were almost invisible to the naked eye.

Mei Yanwang, Jin Yi, and the others flew in mid-air, only able to watch the two Dao Extreme Realm experts fight from afar.

All they could do was block the aftershocks of the battle between the two powerful figures, lest the ancestral land of the Yanfu Sect be reduced to ruins.

As for intervening in the battle—

They really couldn't find an opportunity to intervene.

Compared to experts at the Dao Realm, their cultivation level is too low.

"Jin Yi, you must immediately enter the Yanfu Secret Realm and find Su Mu."

Mei Yanwang suddenly looked at Jin Yi and said in a deep voice, "The one who tied the knot must untie it. This matter can only be resolved by Su Mu's intervention."

“Lord Mei, if our Yanfu Sect hands over Su Mu, our reputation will be ruined.”

Jin Yi hesitated.

"It's not about handing Su Mu over, it's about letting Su Mu solve the problem."

Mei Yanwang said solemnly, "The Great Celestial Venerable is stronger than we imagined; he can actually fight the Xuanwu Protector to a standstill."

We can't help Protector Xuanwu, but Su Mu might be able to."

Jin Yi looked at Mei Yanwang with some surprise. He hadn't expected that Mei Yanwang's trust in Su Mu would reach such a level.

Mei Yanwang actually thought that Su Mu could defeat a Dao Extreme Realm expert.
Even though he knew the situation was urgent, Jin Yi couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion.

As expected, Su Mu is still Su Mu; he managed to win over Mei Yanwang in such a short time.

However, in the ancestral land of the Yanfu Sect, they actually asked an outsider for help. Where does this leave the face of the Yanfu Sect?

"Go quickly."

Just as Jin Yi was hesitating, Mei Yanwang said urgently, "Su Mu is not an outsider. It is perfectly legitimate for him to help Yanfu Sect!"

Jin Yi was completely bewildered. Su Mu wasn't an outsider? What was this all about?

However, he couldn't worry about anything else at this point. He could only nod and turn to head towards the secret realm. (End of Chapter)