The moment Duan Dongliu spoke, the atmosphere within the immortal palace immediately turned tense.
Almost everyone's gaze fell in unison upon Immortal Emperor Kunwu of the Kunlun Imperial Palace.
He was the strongest representative of the Kunlun Imperial Palace here.
His cultivation was at the late Immortal Emperor Realm, with one foot already stepping into the peak of the Immortal Emperor Realm.
Such strength placed him among the absolute upper echelons of the entire human race.
He was among the most elite combatants.
"Hmph... the Kunlun Imperial Palace needs answer to no one for how we conduct ourselves."
Immortal Emperor Kunwu snorted coldly and looked toward Duan Dongliu. "If your Dao River Lineage refuses to accept this, then let us have a match."
"Good. That was exactly what I was waiting for you to say."
Duan Dongliu snorted and raised a hand, pointing out with one finger.
Without the slightest hesitation, he struck the instant he spoke.
Clang...
With that single finger, heaven-shaking blade intent swept forth, transforming into a surging river of Blade Qi that slashed directly toward Immortal Emperor Kunwu.
That razor-sharp blade intent caused everyone in the immortal palace to pale.
Astonishment filled their faces.
"What a powerful aura. This is late Immortal Emperor Realm—no... he is already infinitely close to the peak of the Immortal Emperor Realm..."
"How long has it even been? His strength has improved again."
"The Dao River Lineage differs from the others. Duan Dongliu accumulated experience in the Immortal King Realm for so many years that he had long since cultivated their Dao River Lineage's secret technique to perfection. Now that it had erupted in a single stroke, its momentum was unstoppable.
Before long, he would likely step into the peak of the Immortal Emperor Realm.
Perhaps even the Eternal God Realm