Contention of the Strong

In the past, she thought "Heaven" was the Heavenly Court, and the supreme Jade Emperor.

But now she finally understood, "Heaven" was not the Heavenly Court, nor was it that emperor!

It was the true ruler that existed since the beginning of the primordial era – the Heavenly Dao!

Formless and shadowless, with no trace to be found, yet it watched over all beings in this world at all times.

To this day, most people attribute the Will of the Heavenly Dao to the one in Zixiao Palace.

Thus, everyone speculated that this lightning tribulation was personally orchestrated by the master of Zixiao Palace.

Nuwa mused inwardly, "This young man's background is extraordinary."

"He can actually evade the deductions of a Sage, and even I cannot glimpse his origins. It is truly peculiar."

"Now he speaks forbidden words without any hesitation, which shows he indeed has secrets. I just don't know if he can survive under this rolling thunder?"

Nuwa pondered silently. Although this heavenly thunder was powerful, it was not unleashed with its full might.

In the eyes of the Heavenly Dao, Su Yang at this moment was merely a scholar in the mortal world, possessing no divine abilities of a cultivator.

Although he didn't know by what means Su Yang uttered the forbidden word "Demon Emperor," with the power of the Heavenly Dao, a single ordinary bolt of lightning would be enough to suppress him.

The people in the inn were filled with regret at this moment. Every time they had listened to Su Yang tell stories in the past, they were full of anticipation and excitement.

Who would have thought that this time, he would directly speak that forbidden name!

Not only were the people in Qingshan City terrified, but some powerful beings in the Three Realms who sensed the anomaly were also silently watching this unfolding drama.

Outside the window, thunder rumbled, dark clouds churned, and lightning flashed deep within the clouds, as if it could strike at any moment.

Yet, Su Yang's expression remained as usual, and he continued to narrate:

"Legend has it that the person buried in the Demon Emperor's tomb was a peerless expert who swept across the Eastern Wasteland and ruled the Demon Clan back then!"

"As soon as this news broke, the closest Ancient Desolate Family – the Ji Family – immediately set out."

"Not only that, but the Yaoguang Holy Land, which is affiliated with Lingxu Cave Heaven, also sent powerful cultivators to compete for it!"

The crowd looked at Su Yang, their eyes filled with shock, as if he were no longer a mortal.

Outside, thunderclouds gathered, and the world changed color.

But Su Yang acted as if he saw nothing, continuing to speak eloquently, his expression calm, as if none of this concerned him.

Such courage was not something an ordinary person could possess!

After all, that was not ordinary storm, but the wrathful lightning from the Heavenly Dao!

Yet, even so, his expression remained as calm as water, and he continued to recount that forgotten past.

Because of his voice, the crowd was once again drawn into it, as if they were in the midst of the story.

Scenes of great battles seemed to appear before their eyes, with powerful beings flying through the sky and divine abilities clashing!

Numerous powerful beings of the Demon Clan soared into the sky, engaging in fierce battles with the experts of the Human Race!

As Su Yang's voice fell, the crowd seemed to see the experts of the Yaoguang Holy Land surrounding the Demon Emperor's tomb.

Dozens of ferocious beasts roared at the sky, spewing clouds and mist, galloping and roaring in the air, shaking the heavens and earth, a world-shattering spectacle!

"The Yaoguang Holy Land's actions clearly overshadowed the Ji Family. The Ji Family, naturally unwilling to be outdone, immediately dispatched eighteen peerless fierce beasts, pulled out ancient war chariots, and set up battle formations!"

"They sealed the sky and confronted the Yaoguang Holy Land head-on."

"Their purpose was also to prevent the Demon Emperor's tomb from suddenly ascending into the sky and disappearing without a trace."

Hearing Su Yang repeatedly mention "Demon Emperor's tomb," a chill ran down everyone's spine.

He was so audacious, repeatedly uttering forbidden words!

The thunderclouds outside the window had condensed to the extreme, a vast expanse of darkness, as if ready to unleash destructive power at any moment and level this inn!

The people in the inn were filled with terror, their hearts on the verge of shattering.

"Mr. Su, the heavenly thunder is about to fall!"

Outside, lightning flashed, and dark clouds churned like angry waves. Bolts of lightning struck the sky above Qingshan City.

Inside the inn, a cultivator sitting in a corner looked up at the sky and reminded Su Yang with a trembling voice.

Upon hearing this, Su Yang slowly looked up, gazing at the thunderclouds outside the window, a smile curling his lips.

With the System's protection, what harm could this little thunder do to him?

Seeing his calm expression, even tinged with a hint of disdain, everyone was shocked.

What kind of confidence allowed him to remain so composed in the face of heavenly punishment?

That was punishment from the Heavenly Dao. As a mortal, why was Su Yang completely fearless?

In the Great Luo Heaven, above the Heavenly Court.

The Jade Emperor, witnessing the scene in Qingshan City through the Hao Tian Mirror, frowned slightly and thought to himself, "This person is merely a mortal body, why does he dare to be so arrogant?"

"Not only did he evade the Heavenly Dao's blockade and speak that forbidden name, but now that the lightning tribulation has descended, he still shows no fear?"

Taibai Jinxing, standing nearby, nodded repeatedly as he listened.

He was also incredulous at Su Yang's audacity.

Seeing his composed demeanor, it was as if everything was under his control, and the lightning was merely an embellishment.

Was he truly not afraid of the lightning striking him, annihilating both body and soul?

Taibai Jinxing couldn't fathom it, unsure where Su Yang's confidence stemmed from.

Deep within the Underworld, in a dark palace.

The Yellow Springs Pool rippled, reflecting the scene of Qingshan City. Houtu gazed into the water, a hint of surprise appearing in her eyes.

"Does this young man have a way to avoid the heavenly tribulation, or is he simply ignorant and fearless?"

Houtu pondered inwardly. Such a lightning punishment was difficult for even an Earth Immortal Realm expert to withstand, and Heavenly Immortals wouldn't dare to confront it head-on.

Yet, Su Yang showed no reaction?

It should be known that there were no fluctuations of immortal energy from him; he was merely a martial artist with abundant Blood Essence.

How could he disregard the Heavenly Dao's might?

What concerned Houtu even more was Su Yang's mention of the "Demon Emperor's Great Tomb."

Since the Primordial Era, there had only been one person who could be called the "Demon Emperor."

Di Jun, a congenital deity born from the Solar Star, a Three-legged Golden Crow, who once led the Demon Clan.

Besides him, no one else bore that title.

Houtu felt a trace of curiosity. Who exactly was the Demon Emperor Su Yang was referring to?

"If this young man can truly overcome the heavenly tribulation, bring him to see me."

Houtu spoke to the two attendants beside her. "One who offends the Heavenly Dao can only find refuge in my Underworld. I wish to hear his story clearly."

The two attendants bowed and accepted the order.

Though they appeared extremely respectful at this moment, in reality, their status within the Underworld was incredibly noble and their positions extremely high.

Even the Ten Kings of Hell would bow and greet them with respectful tones, not daring to show the slightest disrespect.

Why was this? Because one of them was the Lord of Mount Tai, the Great Emperor of Mount Tai among the Great Emperors of the Five Sacred Mountains, who held the great power of life and death in the netherworld.

The other was the Great Emperor of Mount Bei. However, the world was more accustomed to respectfully calling him the Great Emperor Fengdu.

In this netherworld, apart from needing to be exceptionally cautious when meeting Empress Houtu, anyone who encountered them had to show them respect.

Within Zixiao Palace.

Hongjun watched Su Yang's complete lack of fear in the face of heavenly might, his brow furrowing slightly.

The authority of the Heavenly Dao could not be trifled with. Now, Su Yang not only showed no fear but continued his discourse, as if the rules of heaven and earth were mere clouds to him.

This person could no longer be punished by an ordinary Three-Nine Heavenly Tribulation.

With this thought, the might of the heavenly tribulation seemed to increase slightly.

Sect Master Tongtian, standing nearby, actually showed a flicker of respect in his eyes.