Han Xuanji remained calm and replied telepathically:
"What do you mean, fellow Daoist? We have already started a war. Are you suggesting we surrender?"
Merchant Venerable Juntian did not respond to Han Xuanji's sarcastic remarks, but instead went straight to the point:
"Fellow Daoist Han, let's not beat around the bush."
If you are willing to share the secrets of transcendence left behind by the Dao Ancestor, I can step back and no longer participate in this battle.
"I could even persuade Fellow Dragon Ancestor to withdraw. Then, you would only need to face the Devil Ancestor and the Star Ancestor, greatly increasing your chances of victory."
He paused, then added:
"It's not that I'm afraid of you, it's just that I've always believed in making money through harmony in business."
If you can solve a problem without taking action, it's best not to.
What do you think, fellow Daoist?
Upon hearing this, Han Xuanji couldn't help but chuckle.
This Merchant Venerable Juntian is quite a remarkable person.
They've clearly come to attack me, yet they still want to negotiate, demanding I reveal the secret to transcendence?
"I appreciate your kind offer, Your Excellency."
Han Xuanji replied calmly via telepathy:
"However, I, Han, have never liked being threatened. The secret to transcendence lies within me. If Your Excellency desires it, you are welcome to come and take it yourself."
He's laid it all out: since everyone thinks he has the secret to transcendence, then he probably does.
And indeed, it does exist.
It can only be said that these people were just incredibly lucky, they stumbled upon this opportunity.
Merchant Venerable Juntian's expression darkened slightly.
He hadn't expected Han Xuanji to refuse so decisively.
"Fellow Daoist Han, have you thought this through?"
Merchant Venerable Juntian said in a deep voice:
"Once I make my move, it will be four Hunyuan Wuji Perfection Realm experts joining forces. Even if you possess unparalleled talent and overwhelming combat power, you will have absolutely no chance of winning!"
Han Xuanji simply smiled:
"Shang Zun is well worth a try."
Merchant Venerable Juntian remained silent.
He truly didn't want to fight a battle he couldn't win, but Han Xuanji's attitude left him with no other choice.
He was determined to obtain the secret to transcendence.
Life is inherently risk-taking. His current success isn't solely due to a lack of caution; sometimes, taking risks is unavoidable. If you don't move forward, you fall behind, and if you do, who knows how many years it will be before the next opportunity comes...
After a moment, Merchant Venerable Juntian sighed softly, a resolute glint in his eyes:
"Since that's the case... then let's fight!"
Han Xuanji didn't care; taking on three opponents at once wasn't too much of a challenge.
After all, the Great Dao Pagoda made it invincible.
If we defeat them one by one, although these people are all stronger than the Spacetime Dao Ancestor, their strength is only limited.
Just as he was about to take on four opponents single-handedly, and show off his skills—he had even begun to compose a poem in his mind—
"Haha, three fellow Daoists joining forces to deal with a junior from my Immortal Realm? That's a gross underestimation of us!"
A long roar shook the Chaos.
Immediately afterwards, two figures broke through the void and stood in front of Han Xuanji.
It is none other than the Supreme Dao Venerable and the Primordial Beginning Dao Venerable!
The Supreme Dao Venerable raised his hand and waved it, Taiji Diagram unfolded in the air.
The Yin-Yang Fish in the image rotates endlessly, attacking the Soul Ancestor and gradually eroding him away.
The Primordial Beginning Dao Venerable held a jade ruyi in his hand. With a gentle shake, ten thousand auspicious rays descended, blocking the Dragon Ancestor's momentum of ten thousand dragons rushing forward. At the same time, the jade ruyi pointed at the Star Ancestor, and the thirty-six main Chaos stars seemed to be losing control!
The assistance of two top experts from the Immortal Realm instantly reversed the situation.
Star Ancestor and the others initially thought their attack had been effective, but didn't they see that Han Xuanji hadn't even retaliated?
The arrival of Taishang and Yuanshi completely shattered their idea.
In reality, Han Xuanji was somewhat helpless; it was quite difficult to put on a completely impressive act.
Of course, he couldn't possibly ask the two venerable elders of the Immortal Realm to step down so he could show off all by himself.
[ Supreme Dao Venerable: Hunyuan Wuji Daluo Golden Immortal Perfection, a born Sage, Immortal Ancestor, the founder of the Taiqing Great Dao, Transcendent Comprehension and immense strength, serving as the teacher of all immortals in the Immortal Realm, and greatly admiring you.]
[ Primordial Beginning Dao Venerable: Hunyuan Wuji Daluo Golden Immortal Ninth Layer, a born Sage, Immortal Ancestor, creator of the Yuanshi Great Dao, possessing Transcendent Comprehension, and greatly admires you.]
These two Dao Venerable are key to the Immortal Realm's enduring strength and are figures who contend with the Devil Ancestor. To a large extent, it is because of them that the Immortal Realm is still able to develop peacefully.
The Supreme Dao Venerable turned and glanced at Han Xuanji, his eyes filled with appreciation and satisfaction. He gently flicked his whisk, his voice gentle yet tinged with emotion:
" Heavenly Dao, we are late. In recent years, the Immortal Realm has been in turmoil, and it is entirely thanks to you that the Immortal Domain has been able to maintain stability and countless lives have been preserved."
He paused, his gaze fixed on the depths of Chaos, a hint of melancholy in his expression, and a touch of self-reflection in his tone:
"In truth, we two have done far too little."
Han Xuanji looked at the two people blocking his way and a smile appeared on his lips.
This was their first formal meeting. Previously, these two were rarely seen, seemingly unwilling to interfere too much in the development of the Immortal Realm, only intervening secretly to restore balance when the Immortal Realm faced a major crisis.
This aligns with their philosophy, which emphasizes governing by doing nothing.
This is also because the Supreme Dao Venerable felt that if they interfered too much, it might hinder the rise of true geniuses, which would not be a good thing.
Upon hearing this, Han Xuanji gently shook his head, his smile widening, and said loudly:
"You two are too kind. I owe my success today to your subtle guidance and protection, which I will always remember."
In truth, Han Xuanji had also received considerable benefits from the two men.
Putting aside the sign-in rewards, it is actually because of the existence of these two that the Immortal Realm can develop peacefully, and he can survive and grow stronger. Otherwise, the Devil Ancestor would have destroyed the Immortal Realm long ago.
With the involvement of the two Dao Venerable, Han Xuanji was able to free up more energy to deal with the Dragon Ancestor.
The battlefield situation changed drastically in an instant, becoming clearly one-sided.
The pressure on the Dragon Ancestor was increasing. This three-on-three battle felt much more stressful than the one-on-one battle.
He felt that if he continued fighting, he really wouldn't be able to hold on.
The roles of offense and defense have reversed, and now Han Xuanji's every attack puts him under immense pressure...
" Devil Ancestor, why haven't you made your move yet!"
The Dragon Ancestor immediately sent a telepathic message to the Devil Ancestor, his voice already laced with anger.
It's obvious they don't want to see this Devil Ancestor continue to slack off.
If he keeps slacking off, he might just betray us on the spot.