The path of Martial Dao is about stealing Yin and Yang and seizing creation; strength is merely a means, and the ultimate goal is to keep surviving.
The true saint reigned supreme for thousands of years, yet he could only live for three thousand years.
Although the Dao Monarch is powerful, his vitality is frighteningly strong, and he is hard to find an opponent in the world. Yet, his lifespan is only a little over ten thousand years.
Those Monarch lived for tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of years were all reincarnations of their True Spirit, continuing their existence in alternative ways.
Even if one achieves invincibility among mortals and is revered Dao Ancestor, one still desires a long and prosperous lifespan.
Having dominated an entire era, who would willingly relinquish their immense power?
Otherwise, Qingling's "Time Scripture" would not have passed through the hands of the Dao Ancestor time and time again.
These beings all yearn to find a way to achieve eternity.
However, the path to immortality is arduous; countless heroes who have left their mark on Xuanhuang have ultimately turned into nothing more than a pile of dust.
But right now, the Secrets of the Peerless Dao Ancestor are right before our eyes, involving immortal creation, whether it's the Hengdao Sect or the Wendaomeng that has just learned of this matter.
How could they possibly miss out? They couldn't wait to get their hands on it immediately.
Therefore, a high-ranking member of the Wendaomeng came in person, hoping to take away that legendary item.
He was a young man in his early twenties, dressed in white, who was very strong, had great potential, and whose aura overshadowed Qi Shan.
At this moment, the young man in white remained calm and composed, his face beaming with smiles, and said:
"Please rest assured, everyone. Although this item is kept by our Dao Alliance, if Qingling ever Dao Ancestor, we can all share and study it together."
Cui Yue's face darkened. This man was truly domineering. He appeared humble and polite, but he was just trying to steal the fruits of his Qingling's unparalleled fortune right away, and if Qingling wanted to comprehend it in the future, he would have to ask the man for permission.
Seeing his old friend's expression turn sour, the Hengdao Sect leader quickly added, "This is the best choice. This item is legendary and unique, and cannot be lost. If the other seven Aristocratic Family find out about this, you, Qingling, will not be able to protect it."
"Snort!"
Venerable Qi Shan snorted coldly, his eyes filled with hostility.
The Hengdao Sect is utterly blinded by greed, willing to invite wolves into their home for such a purpose.
If the Wendaomeng were to actually obtain this legendary item, the Hengdao Sect might not be able to share it with them.
I really don't know what the Hengdao Sect is thinking.
"This is absolutely impossible. Please leave!"
Elder Ming shook his head, his attitude resolute.
These words caused the Hengdao Sect leader's expression to change.
It should be noted that he had been very polite and tactful on his previous visits to Qingling, but today he was unusually firm, his words decisive, leaving no room for negotiation.
The young man in the white shirt had a somewhat forced smile on his face, and despite a slight twitch in his expression, he still smiled and said:
"Elder Ming, please consider this matter. Such a destiny concerns the future of Xuanhuang. It should be handled by extraordinary talents like us to demonstrate its value. If Peerless Dao Ancestor emerges in the future, Xuanhuang's crisis can be easily resolved."
"Furthermore, I, Wendaomeng, am willing to swear an oath of Dao Heart, promising to share any future gains with Qingling."
Elder Ming waved his hand:
"This is a legendary item that only Dao Ancestor can obtain. If Dao Ancestor is born in the Wendaomeng, I, Qingling, will offer it to him with both hands for him to study and comprehend."
Yao Jiuzhou raised an eyebrow slightly.
The Golden Great Era has only just begun, and even if the Wendaomeng has Heavenly talent who can stand at the level of Dao Ancestor, it's uncertain how long that will be.
Who knows what changes the future may bring? Only by keeping destiny in our own hands can we have peace of mind.
This was also a death order given to him by one of the leaders of the Wendaomeng.
He thought for a moment, then spoke again, "Seniors, please consider this carefully. The Xuanhuang Blood War has not yet ended. This item is of great importance, affecting the rise and fall of Xuanhuang. We cannot afford to lose it."
"Trying to use moral high ground to blackmail you? Do you even deserve it? Let's just go to war!"
A shout startled everyone present.
Jiang Ping, standing behind, glanced to the side and saw that the person who spoke was none other than Xiao Ran.
She remains as charming as ever, with a distinctly North American flair.
Yao Jiuzhou glanced at Xiao Ran, not taking it seriously, and smiled as he looked at Elder Ming, Chief Clerk:
"Elder Ming, if you've thought this through, and if Yao truly intended to threaten and intimidate, he wouldn't have come alone."
The reason why the Xuanhuang Wendaomeng is so famous throughout the world and unparalleled in the Four Seas and Eight Desolates is that so many geniuses are willing to join it.
This is because the alliance has a strong foundation, a powerful background, and is protected by an Ancestral Artifact.
If he were to bring his Ancestral Artifact today, there would be no need for him to waste words and sit down to discuss things.
"Aren't you using your power to bully others right now?"
A Celestial Sound drifted in from outside.
Before anyone could look up, a fragrant breeze wafted through the air, and a petite woman carrying Oil-paper Umbrella appeared.
Li Li had delicate features and long, flowing hair. She looked at Yao Jiuzhou and sneered:
"They talk a lot about righteousness and the nation, but their hands are always dirty, resorting to coercion and bribery."
These people are highly talented; any one of them could easily be considered Dao Monarch.
However, this alliance is also extremely ruthless, too domineering and self-confident, and will stop at nothing to get anything they set their sights on.
If they don't cooperate, blood will be spilled, and the storm will rage.
"Miss Li, please be careful with your words!"
Before Yao Jiuzhou could speak, Hengdao Sect sternly rebuked him.
At the same time, the sect leader was somewhat surprised. Wasn't this person in the Holy Land? When did he return to South Heaven? And when did the Jade Palace Prefecture start speaking up for Qingling like this?
Following that, the higher-ups of the Five Thunder Hall also appeared, standing on Qingling's side as well.
For a moment, the two sides were locked in a standoff, and tensions were running high.
Yao Jiuzhou remained silent for a moment.
It's true that the Wendaomeng possesses Ancestral Artifact, but the Five Thunder Hall also has one.
However, he recalled a rumor that Zhang Daowei had disappeared with the Ancestral Artifact and was not in the sacred land of the Divine Continent.
Someone from the Five Thunder Hall had told him that the palace's higher-ups had searched for Zhang Daowei several times, but had been unable to contact him.
After a change in expression, Yao Jiuzhou looked at Elder Ming, his smile gone, and calmly said:
"Elder Ming, please consider this carefully. This item is only for the most exceptional talents. If you intend to keep it for yourselves, it will only hinder the future of Xuanhuang, which is unacceptable."
After saying this, he suddenly reached out and pointed at one of the people present:
"This person has a long history with Li Buyu of our alliance, and Li Buyu is a close friend of my sworn brother. If you agree, I, Yao, can mediate and resolve this feud, preserving the seed of hope for your Qingling revival."
Yao Jiuzhou added, "You should all know that when our alliance is truly determined to do something, we have never failed; everything we do will be successful."
As a core figure in the Wendaomeng, he has the confidence to say this.
Since the establishment of the Dao Alliance, no one who has been targeted by them has ever had a good ending.
Moreover, once they choose to take action, they will naturally eliminate any potential threats and leave no room for future trouble!
Upon hearing this, even Venerable Qi Shan's expression changed.
Jiang Ping himself doesn't care, but the key is that his two children are exceptionally talented. If they are implicated, it will be a huge loss for the Qingling Palace as well.
Behind him, a cold glint flashed in Jiang Ping's eyes. He naturally understood Yao Jiuzhou's unspoken meaning: the Wendaomeng had not only noticed him long ago, but had also set its sights on his children.
"I haven't even begun to question you, and you're already threatening me!"
Jiang Ping muttered to himself, as the supreme Sword Intent beneath his flesh and blood began to awaken.
He recalled his trip to the Moon Star years ago, when he was ambushed by Li Buyu and his disciples.
Wei Huaide borrowed a true sacred artifact from the Wendaomeng, which almost left him on the Moon Star forever.
Before he could even pursue the matter with the Wendaomeng, they came knocking again, their first words being a threat of extermination against his entire clan.
He hadn't heard such words in a long time.
Jiang Ping couldn't hold back any longer. A Sword Qi surged in his eyes, and the surrounding air seemed to freeze instantly.
Yao Jiuzhou froze slightly, his pupils contracted sharply, and he felt as if he were being stared at by a prehistoric beast, his hair standing on end.
When he came to his senses, the long table in front of him had already turned to dust. The hurricane tousled his hair and stirred the hearts of everyone present.
What's going on?
Qi Shan was greatly shocked and completely puzzled.
Who made the move?
Most importantly, even he, Venerable, was unaware of what had happened or who had suddenly attacked.
The True Saints of the Hengdao Sect were also puzzled. They were having a lively discussion when it seemed that someone had acted rashly without any martial ethics.
However, many people learned the truth and were immediately shocked.
After Yao Jiuzhou discerned the truth from the Supreme Artifact on his body, he was momentarily stunned.
He then flew into a rage, his murderous intent almost overflowing.
He is a high-ranking member of the Dao Alliance, and his trip represents the will of the entire Dao Alliance; he is the Dao Alliance's envoy.
He dared to come alone today because he was confident that the other party would not dare to do anything to him, because if anything happened to him, he would face the Thunder retaliation of the entire Dao Alliance.
Even if it's a sacred land of the Divine Continent, the consequences must be seriously considered.
But today, someone actually dared to attack him!
Across from him, Jiang Ping sighed inwardly in regret.
He had just tried to see if he could defy the Venerable, but at the crucial moment, he was interfered with by the Venerable One's Supreme Artifact.
The reception room fell silent again, and everyone remained silent for a long time.
The Wendaomeng came with great force. Although there was only one guest, he was very domineering and wanted to take away the fragment of the Peerless Ancestral Artifact directly.
Especially after Yao Jiuzhou learned about Jiang Ping's intervention, his attitude became even more assertive.
Ming Lao Cui Yue and others had serious expressions; how could they be willing to hand over such a legendary item to someone else?
But Wendaomeng has done over the years, and given their reputation, how could they easily give up?
At this moment, the higher-ups of the Five Thunder Hall transmitted their voices to Elder Ming and the others. "Our palace has held an emergency meeting and will stand with Qingling through thick and thin."
Old Cui and the others remained expressionless.
Having extraordinary opportunities comes with risks; promises and alliances may be a hidden dagger.
However, they are now the target of public criticism.
At this moment, Elder Ming felt somewhat aggrieved, recalling the past tens of thousands of years ago when his entire family was almost wiped out.
The situation today is not much different from that time; a slight misstep could put Qingling in a dangerous situation.
Jiang Ping sat in the back, his mind already wandering far away.
He wanted to summon the Jade hairpin Life-Death Sword, but Cui Yue dissuaded him, because fighting at this time would have too great an impact and would put Qingling in a passive position.
After that, Jiang Ping lost interest in listening to these people talk about who would inherit the destiny; it was all because he himself lacked the firepower.
If the Qingling Ancestral Artifact were still intact, would the Wendaomeng dare to be so presumptuous and directly demand it?
If he were to advance any further, would the Supreme Artifact on Yao Jiuzhou's body still be able to stop him?
"What's there to be afraid of? At worst, we'll fight, or we can declare to the world that if Qingling can't have it, neither can your Wendaomeng!"
It was Xiao Ran who spoke again.
Although he was only Peerless True Saint, his attitude was always tough. He was a proponent of war and preferred to hand over the land to the holy lands of the Divine Continent rather than grant the right to the Wendaomeng.
Yao Jiuzhou's expression was quite grim. If this item were fully exposed, even his Wendaomeng would find it difficult to enjoy the good fortune alone.
Ultimately, the secret meeting ended in discord.
Yao Jiuzhou's expression was uncertain. Although he didn't say anything, the major Dao system of the South Heaven felt that this matter would not end there.
As the Dao Alliance envoy left, he cast a deep glance at Jiang Ping, his eyes filled with undisguised Killing intent.
The Jiang Ping calm and still. He had already made a mental note of the other party. In a few years, he would see if the other party's protective barriers could still stop him.
Qingdi City, Yao Jiuzhou and the experts from the Hengdao Sect departed together.
The Hengdao Sect Leader's eyes flashed as he said, "I never expected Qingling to be so resolute, daring to oppose the Dao Alliance."
Yao Jiuzhou's gaze was cold; he was a new envoy, yet he was to return empty-handed.
He looked back at the brightly lit Qingdi City, feeling very unwilling.
Inside the city, Qingling's high-ranking officials had not yet left the reception room, and their faces were grim, revealing their worries.
A few days later, they gathered again for an emergency meeting.
Because Qingling has received top-secret information that many people from the Wendaomeng are visiting Hengdao Sect, one of whom is exceptionally talented and has reached the pinnacle of cultivation, and is about to step into the Dao Monarch realm.
"The Wendaomeng harbors wolfish ambitions; this will not end well!"
Qi Shan's face was filled with deep sorrow.
"Hmm, it seems they intend to wait until that peerless genius achieves enlightenment before attacking my Qingling," Elder Ming said, a sense of foreboding rising within him.
"If all else fails, then announce that object to the world and muddy the waters. We must not let the Wendaomeng get what it wants."
Xiao Ran offered his advice.
The threshold for this kind of creation is too high. Even if Qingling can protect it, few people are qualified to comprehend it. It's a hot potato.
Once Qingling gives birth to Dao Ancestor, exploring the secrets of unparalleled power will not be difficult.
"No, there are still foreign bloodlines hidden within Xuanhuang. If they were taken away by other races, it would be a great disaster for our Xuanhuang, and there would be no hope left."
Cui Yue shook his head.
"Let's take it one step at a time. For now, keep the elites of the sect away from going out and stay in Qingdi City, focusing on keeping an eye on Direct Line descendants like Ming Yue Jiang Yao."
Villa on the mountainside.
Jiang Ping didn't attend the regular meeting; he was perfecting the <Time Sword Scripture> and momentarily forgot about the time.
The black and white aura emanating from him grew increasingly intense, and the River of Time almost altered the changes in this Time and Space.
Jiang Ping gradually came to understand and gained a great deal.
He always felt that this method was lacking and not perfect.
"In the primordial chaos, the beginning of heaven and earth, the beginning of oneness, if the Void were to contain all things in chaos, then time would bear witness to their creation from nothingness..."
Jiang Ping suddenly pondered that if he incorporated the Void Wonderful Method into the Time Sword Scripture, he could forge an even more terrifying Time-Space Sword Scripture.
Then he shook his head, stopping himself from having that thought.
"Once you step into the True Saint realm, the process of evolving into Chaos Body involves the Dharma Image, including the Dao of Void. There's no need to make things more difficult for yourself right now."
He muttered to himself, then stood up.
It has only been a little over a year since Wendaomeng last visited.
Jiang Ping was certain that the <Time Sword Scripture> was just one step away from being completely perfected, and he could do so at any time if he wanted to.
Just like in the dream world, he decided to put on a brave face before the Heaven and Earth Will, leaving himself a trump card for Crossing the Tribulation.
The Life-Death Sword moved at the sound, and came to witness it.
The Turtle Shell was equally excited, saying, "This matter must be kept secret and cannot be known to outsiders for the time being, otherwise it will easily attract attention."
It refers to the foreign bloodline hidden within the Xuanhuang entity).
Such assassinations of geniuses have occurred frequently throughout history, resulting in numerous bloody tragedies.
Jiang Ping's performance was too shocking and needed to be kept under wraps.
"Yes, I also want to give the Wendaomeng a surprise."
Jiang Ping nodded.
This time the progress was very rapid. It was originally estimated that it would take three or four years to perfect the sword manual, but it was completed in less than two years.
Perhaps it was the sense of urgency that forced him to unleash his hidden potential under immense pressure, pushing him to his limits.
One day later.
With the help of the Turtle Shell, Jiang Ping quietly left Qingdi City.