Ye Bantian was struck at the heart by King Pingdeng's words and remained silent.
The nobles and dignitaries around them were also utterly shocked. They had never expected that the Central Sacred Emperor's end was drawing near.
At once, many thoughts arose in their hearts, even ambitions to seize power. If Ye Bantian fell, the Ye Family might not be able to hold the Sacred Dynasty steady with its strength alone.
Had those Holy Kings not refrained from acting all along because they feared Ye Bantian's strength?
The elders of the Four Great Ancient Sects were likewise shaken. At last, they understood why the Central Sacred Emperor had sought a marriage alliance with the Gu Family.
"This king happens to have three Longevity Pills on him. If you kneel and beg me, this king might give them to you!"
King Pingdeng sneered.
Yet three Longevity Pills were utterly meaningless to a Martial Emperor on the brink of death.
For a Martial Emperor like Ye Bantian, he had surely consumed a great number of Longevity Pills already. Though one pill could extend one's life by a year, their effects would grow weaker and weaker. Eventually, even ten Longevity Pills might not add a single year to one's lifespan.
Moreover, as one's lifespan neared its end, their life essence would be depleted and their flesh would decay. Mysterious energy might not be affected much, but physical strength, Spiritual Power, and Martial Intent would all suffer. Their strength would decline drastically.
The current Ye Bantian no longer possessed the strength of a Ninth Stage Martial Emperor.
"Of course, this Lu Ren must die today!"
King Pingdeng continued, his words brimming with startling killing intent.
Although Lu Ren had defeated Prince Mo Yi by relying on the killing technique of the Mad Demon Longevity