Everyone present stared in shock at the Crimson Flame Divine General, and upon learning the identity of this fiery being, they were filled with awe.
The divine general from the Third Divine Hall has always been known by name but never seen in person.
If the Tianxue Futu were still standing, everyone would bow and scrape before this divine general like a grandson.
Tianxue Futu was just an ordinary disciple of the True Demon Palace, while this one was a divine general.
"If a deity intervenes in this matter, things might get complicated."
"What's the trouble? Didn't you hear what the Divine General said? He's just maintaining order in the Mysterious Heaven Realm; he won't kill anyone."
"Hey... it's hard to tell if these things are true or false, who can say for sure? Hundred Tribulations Lord Baijie clearly knows the Divine General, what difference would it make if he gave him some face?"
People discussed it in secret, their thoughts constantly intertwining as they expressed their opinions.
At this moment, after hearing the words of the Crimson Flame Divine General, the Hundred Tribulations True Monarch, who had been shocked, finally came to his senses and his face turned ugly.
"Brother Chiyan, I can understand your duty to uphold the order of the Mysterious Heaven Realm as a divine general. But don't forget, this boy is not a person of the Mysterious Heaven Realm."
He was merely an ascension from the lower realm, of unknown origin. Since he did not belong to the Mysterious Heaven Realm, Brother Chi Yan need not concern himself with so many rules."
The Hundred Tribulations True Lord spoke earnestly, arguing his case with reason.
Upon hearing this, the Crimson Flame Divine General smiled but remained silent, not in a hurry to reply.
Upon hearing this, the crowd erupted in another round of discussion.
"I never imagined Ling Xiao came from the lower realm. Are all the creatures in the lower realm this powerful now?"
"You don't understand. Beings who have the ability to break through the barriers between worlds and come to the True Realm must be the strongest beings in the world."
"Whether it's mental strength or cultivation level, they are top-notch. They were able to ascend even in such a harsh environment as the lower realm. How could they have done it without great fortune and perseverance?"
Just then, Elder Yao Chen jogged over to Tianxue Liuli's side and whispered something to her.
After listening, a look of surprise flashed across Tianxue Liuli's exquisitely beautiful yet pale face, and then she stepped forward.
She leaped up and arrived before the Crimson Flame Divine General, and said loudly:
"Reporting to the Divine General, although Ling Xiao ascended from the lower realm, he has already joined the Snow Heaven Clan."
Ling Xiao glanced at Tianxue Liuli in surprise, but didn't rush to speak.
He could sense that this Crimson Flame Divine General seemed to be intentionally helping him settle things.
But someone couldn't hold back any longer. True Monarch Hundred Tribulations glared angrily at Tianxue Liuli. This damned woman actually dared to cause trouble at this time.
"Nonsense! He's only been here a short time, how could he have become one of your Snow Heaven Clan? I think you're deliberately showing favoritism."
"I'm reminding you, you can't just say things carelessly. Sometimes, you have to pay the price for what you say."
His words already carried a threatening tone. A small clan dared to come out and ruin his important plans at this time. If this were in the Thousand Autumn Realm, he would have been exposed eight hundred times over.
"Everything I said is true, and I didn't make anything up," Tianxue Liuli said calmly, ignoring the murderous glare from Hundred Tribulations Zhenjun.
The Crimson Flame Divine General's smile widened as he asked, "This is no child's play; what is the basis for your claim?"
"That's right! You can't just say whatever you want! Where's the evidence?" True Monarch Hundred Tribulations got agitated and questioned loudly.
A flicker of panic crossed Tianxue Liuli's eyes. In her haste, she blurted out, "The basis is... Ling Xiao is the future Daoist partner of my Snow Heaven Clan, so naturally he belongs to the Snow Heaven Clan."
Towards the end, her voice rose, and she decided to go all out.
Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions immediately turned strange.
This is so sudden.
Never heard of it?
"This... you!" Hundred Tribulations True Monarch was speechless with anger, before he could even utter a word.
Crimson Flame Divine General spoke first, "Tianxue Liuli, as the patriarch of the Snow Heaven Clan, you must keep your word."
Since Ling Xiao is your clansman's Daoist partner, then this deity will remember this. I'll come over and ask for a drink sometime."
He said with a smile, without asking about anyone's Daoist partner.
Ling Xiao's gaze turned strange; this Crimson Flame Divine General seemed intent on binding him to the Snow Heaven Clan.
"Is this an attempt to win me over?"
Such behavior was no longer a secret. True Monarch Hundred Tribulations had figured it out: Crimson Flame Divine General had no intention of helping him at all, but was instead plotting a way out for Ling Xiao.
To obtain a legitimate identity.
"Damn it! A mere divine general dares to ruin the Lord's plans! He's courting death!"
The Hundred Tribulations True Monarch's face darkened, and he felt a desire to retreat. Staying here any longer would make it impossible to complete the mission, so he could only return to report to the Realm Lord and let him make the decision.
This way, it would be easier to explain things when I got back, indirectly covering up my failure and incompetence.
Thinking of this, he snorted coldly and said cruelly:
"Since that's the case, I'll let him off this time. However, I'll keep this in mind. Karma goes around comes around, and I'll settle things with him later."
"Crimson Flame Divine General, we'll meet again."
Having no demands, True Monarch Hundred Tribulations hardened his stance and stopped addressing Crimson Flame Divine General Brother Dao, or even Fellow Daoist.
After speaking, without waiting for the Crimson Flame Divine General's response, he turned to leave.
Just then, a soft voice called out to him, and Ling Xiao until now, finally spoke.
"Wait, did I say you could leave?"
Hundred Tribulations Zhenjun turned around abruptly, staring angrily at Ling Xiao, his eyes flashing with cold light.
"I have already spared your life, what more do you want?"
He was really angry; he had never seen such an ungrateful person.
"Spare my life?" Ling Xiao laughed loudly, his face gradually turning cold.
"You spared my life, but I had no intention of sparing yours. Unfortunately, you're of no use to me. You've come all this way, and this place is beautiful and auspicious; you should be buried here."
Ling Xiao said coldly, his aura sealing off the surrounding space, leaving no opening.
The Crimson Flame Divine General watched in surprise but did not stop him; Ling Xiao's ruthlessness and audacity once again surprised him.
If he were to actually kill True Monarch Hundred Tribulations, it would be tantamount to pushing himself to the brink of destruction, completely offending the Lord of the Thousand Autumn Realm, leaving no room for retreat.
However, Crimson Flame Divine General didn't know was that the feud between Ling Xiao and Wan Qianqiu was not simply a Karma involving a Hundred Tribulations True Monarch.
"Ling Xiao! You dare to lay a hand on me? Lord Thousand Autumn Realm will surely annihilate you!"
The Hundred Tribulations True Monarch roared with wide eyes, his heart beginning to panic. He could sense that Ling Xiao truly wanted to kill him.
It's not just a scare tactic.
"Heh, I've heard that kind of talk too many times, but I'm still alive and well."
Ling Xiao sneered, having already seen through it all; he was least afraid of threats.
"You beast!" Hundred Tribulations was so frightened that he retreated repeatedly, trying to escape.
Suddenly, he froze, looking down at his chest, only to find a large hand piercing through it.
"Sorry, Lei Ren, you bumped into me yourself."
A slightly naive voice rang out, and turning around, one saw the Giant Overlord smiling apologetically.
Sorry, sorry!