Foremost of the Four Seats, Dao Sect's Strongest

"I lost."

Under the shimmering rain, Ying Xiaoxiao, Ying Xiaoxiao somewhat forlorn, lowered her head.

"Heaven Hall Ying Xiaoxiao versus Desolate Hall Lin Dong, Lin Dong wins!"

A Dao Sect deacon sighed inwardly, then stepped forward and announced loudly.

This eldest princess of the Dao Sect held the position of the number one among the younger generation of the Dao Sect for five long years, but unexpectedly, she handed over this position to Lin Dong today.

"Senior Brother Lin Dong defeated Senior Brother Qing Ye and Senior Sister Xiaoxiao, while Senior Brother Mu Li was defeated by Senior Sister Xiaoxiao. This means that Senior Brother Lin Dong is the strongest among the four seats!"

The Dao Sect disciples who witnessed this scene all stared with fervent expressions at the tall, slender figure standing in mid-air.

He is a legend!

"Lin Dong is the champion of this year's Hall Competition, and he is also the leader of our Dao Sect's team to the Lin Dong Sect Competition. The new ranking of the Four Palaces is: Desolation, Heaven, Earth, Flood. Everyone, let's cheer for Lin Dong!"

Chen Zhen stood up, his powerful voice echoing across the summit of the Giant Peak.

"Boom!"

As soon as he finished speaking, thunderous cheers erupted like a tidal wave.

"Hehe, it's been a long time since my Dao Sect has been this lively."

Surrounded by the four palace Hall Master, Ying Xuanzi stood up and watched all this with a smile.

"By the way, according to tradition, the champion of each Hall Competition will receive a reward from the sect. Tell Lin Dong to come find me at Dao Peak in three days."

"Yes, Sect Master!"

After the commotion subsided.

After resting, Lin Dong headed to Dao Peak, the location of the Supreme Sect Master's Jade Toe. As the top of the four seats renowned throughout the Dao Sect, Lin Dong did not encounter the grand treatment he received last time, being scanned all the way. He passed through without any obstacles.

Majestic Ancient Hall, bright light illuminated the vast space.

"Come on, sit down."

Holding an ancient scroll, Ying Xuanzi sat upright and seemed to sense something. He raised his head and pointed with a smile to a futon in front of the table.

Lin Dong bowed and sat down as instructed.

"I won't say any more polite words. Here, this is your championship reward."

Ying Xuanzi took out a Palm-sized Black Ancient Plate from his sleeve and handed it to Lin Dong.

This black antique plaque has a simple and ancient design, and its material is quite strange. It is neither gold, nor stone, nor wood. A slightly blurred Mysterious Rune is engraved in the center, which can faintly connect with a person's Mental Power. Holding it in your hand, you can feel a warm sensation.

"This is the Stillness Plate, a replica of the Ancient Divine Object Stillness Divine Plate. Its quality can barely be considered Lower Grade Pure Yuan Treasure. Of course, it is definitely not as good as your Heaven Sealing Array Map."

"In ancient times, the Stillness Divine Plate could briefly freeze time and space within a small area, leaving trapped enemies at their mercy. The Stillness Plate, as a replica of it, also possesses some of its functions."

"Only Mental Energy can activate the Stillness Plate. You are Nine Seal Heaven Talisman Master. After thinking it over, I think this is the most suitable Spirit Treasure for you in the sect's Secret Vault."

Watching Lin Dong constantly exploring the black ancient tablet, Ying Xuanzi smiled and said, "You can refine it and try out its abilities on the spot."

Lin Dong nodded slightly and immediately Spiritual Imprint into the depths of the Stillness Plate. The black ancient card instantly transformed into a Ghostly glow and disappeared into the space between his eyebrows, merging into his Niwan Palace.

"Stasis!"

A moment later, Lin Dong suddenly opened his eyes and, for some reason, pointed his ever-changing hand seals at Ying Xuanzi.

"Buzz!"

An invisible, profound fluctuation suddenly surged from between his brows, frantically engulfing Ying Xuanzi, and the space suddenly froze... cough, well, there was no fluctuation at all.

"What? You little brat, you want to imprison me?"

Ying Xuanzi glanced at this audacious disciple with a half-smile.

"Ahem, this disciple has been rude. I hope the Sect Master will apologize!"

Lin Dong smiled sheepishly and hurriedly bowed to apologize.

"It's alright. Let's not even talk about whether this Stillness Plate can affect a Samsara Stage expert like me, which can only barely be compared to Lower Grade Pure Yuan Treasure. Even if it can, you'll have to reach the Life and Death Mysterious Stage yourself to fully unleash its power."

"When you activate the Stillness Divine Plate again, it will probably affect me for about a quarter to half a second. Then I'll kill you with one palm strike."

"Therefore, if you ever face a powerhouse of my caliber in the future, never be reckless and use the Stillness Plate. Turning around and running away is your best option."

Ying Xuanzi smiled kindly and waved his hand casually.

"What if it's the Stillness Plate itself Stillness Divine Plate? To what extent could it affect the Sect Master?"

Lin Dong listened carefully and then became curious.

"The Stillness Divine Plate, although its exact ranking on the Ancient Divine Artifact Ranking is unknown, is said to be quite high. I have also tried its replicas, and if we extrapolate from the original, its power varies from person to person."

"If you activate it to imprison me, you can probably trap me for a few seconds, but then you will be killed by my palm because you can't break through my defense."

Ying Xuanzi stroked his chin and carefully deduced the meaning.

Lin Dong: "..."

Sect Master, why do you have such a mysterious obsession with killing me with a single blow? I admit I was wrong, okay?!

"These kinds of divine artifacts are actually most effective in battles between opponents of the same level. Imagine if an opponent of similar strength were suddenly immobilized by you for several seconds, we would have countless ways to kill him."

"Hehe, sorry, I've gone off on a tangent. Let's get down to business."

Realizing what had happened Ying Xuanzi smiled apologetically.

Lin Dong had already made up his mind that when he encountered the Ancient Tenth Divine Artifact — the Profound Heaven Hall —he would definitely ask it about the whereabouts of the Stillness Divine Plate. It was practically a cheat code!

Imagine you encounter a formidable enemy of similar strength, who happens to be a voluptuous Demoness. In the middle of the fight, you suddenly use the Stillness Divine Plate to freeze her, then spit on her or steal her hair clip, and then turn and run away.

That sounds so exciting!!

"In six months, it will be the Sect Competition held once every five years in my Eastern Xuan Region. At that time, the Eight Great Super Sects and many weaker sects will participate. As the leader of my Dao Sect, it is time to tell you some things."

"Please speak, Sect Master!"

Lin Dong quickly sat up straight, pretending to listen attentively.

"Remember, we only have one opponent in this Sect Competition, and that is the Yuan Sect, the leader of the Eight Great Super Sects!"

"As for the reason, I'm sure you know it without me saying it. Whether it was Zhou Tong a hundred years ago or Sister Wang Yan five years ago, it means that my Dao Sect and the Yuan Sect have Blood Sea Deep Grudge that will never end."

Ying Xuanzi, who was always refined and gentlemanly, revealed a ferocious look on his gentle face for the first time. The slight hint of murderous intent he exuded was enough to distort the space around him.

"Just like the Dao Sect has one sect and four halls, the Yuan Sect also has One Gate Eight Divisions. The strongest disciple in each department is called Spirit General, and they are collectively known as the Eight Spirit Generals, all of whom are experts at the Nine Yuan Nirvana Stage."

"Above the Eight Spirit Generals are the Three Little Kings: the Little Yuan King, the Little Spirit King, and the Little Thunder King. They are personally taught by the Three Great Sect Masters of Yuan Gate and cultivate the three supreme martial arts of the Yuan Sect: the Yuan Emperor Canon, the Spirit Emperor Canon, and the Thunder Emperor Canon."

"They are stronger, and are suspected to have entered the Life Mysterious Stage."

After suppressing his murderous aura, Ying Xuanzi spoke leisurely.