The Imperial Su Clan.
The news of Su Ming challenging Su Xiuyi spread, instantly shaking the Imperial Su Clan.
Numerous forces secretly sprang into action.
Of course, there was more disbelief than anything else.
Those who had switched their allegiance to Su Xiuyi's faction, in particular, were now looking rather grim.
"You, Su Ming, actually hid your cultivation level, are you testing people's hearts?"
"Of course, then I'd like to see if you can defeat Su Xiuyi."
" Su Xiuyi can kill Nine-Calamity Demigod as easily as taking candy from a baby, can you do that?"
These people were furious and had no choice but to take a desperate gamble. They had followed Su Ming and knew Su Ming character better than anyone else. Su Ming was extremely cruel to the rebels at this moment.
So even knowing that Su Ming had also reached the Perfection Stage of Demigod realm, those people were even more determined to follow Su Xiuyi, and desperately hoped that Su Xiuyi would defeat Su Ming and become the future head of the Imperial Su Clan.
Imperial Garden.
Su Chen has returned.
His expression wasn't very good.
"Grandpa, what's wrong?"
Su Shengnan, who was in the courtyard, noticed that Su Chen's expression was very serious and couldn't help but ask.
With a face full of doubt, Su Shengnan believed that Su Xiuyi becoming the future head of the Imperial Su Clan was a foregone conclusion, and there would be no changes.
However, Su Chen's expression made Su Shengnan even more puzzled.
I am utterly baffled.
Upon hearing this, Su Chen sighed.
We all underestimated Su Ming.
"I originally thought that Xiuyi becoming the head of the family was a foregone conclusion, but Su Ming actually has the strength to compete."
" Su Ming's cultivation has also reached the Perfection Stage of Demigod realm."
"Today, we declare war on Xiuyi."
"The victor will be the one to control the future of the Emperor Clan."
Even a centipede that has died does not fall down.
"This Su Ming is no good person."
"I never imagined it was hidden so deeply."
"If it weren't for Xiuyi, none of us would have known that Su Ming had this trump card."
"This time, ostensibly it was for seclusion to improve cultivation, but you and I both know that Su Ming's reason for not participating in the True Phoenix Secret Realm was to have Xiuyi killed. However, their plan failed."
"I thought I had won, but I didn't expect Su Ming to have this trick up his sleeve."
"If it weren't for Xiuyi, Su Ming would probably have concealed his true identity from us and become God directly."
"That will be the real threat."
"No, no one can stop their plan."
Su Chen's expression was extremely solemn at this moment.
He became increasingly wary of Su Ming.
"Grandpa, trust Xiuyi. I've witnessed his strength firsthand. Even if Su Ming wanted to win, it would be very difficult."
"The Fourth Ancestor said that Xiuyi's younger brother's Perfection Stage of Demigod is very different from that of the clan's elders 'Perfection Stage of Demigod, and it is highly likely that he has stepped into the legendary Tenth-Tier Demigod."
Sensing Su Chen's worry, Su Shengnan spoke up.
" Ten-Calamity Demigod?"
"This·······"
Upon hearing this, Su Chen was greatly shocked.
A look of joy involuntarily appeared on his face.
"No!"
"We've all prepared some backup plans. What do you think will happen if Su Ming, after planning for so long, fails in this struggle?"
Su Chen stared at Su Shengnan and said calmly, "It's a fight to the death."
" Su Ming is a madman!"
Su Shengnan answered without hesitation.
"That's right, what I fear most is a lose-lose situation. Moreover, we clearly know that Su Ming is very likely colluding with the Undying Blood Clan, but after so much time, we haven't been able to gather a single piece of evidence. That's what's truly frightening."
"In this competition, we must be wary of Su Ming's counterattack after his defeat."
"I think this failure of Su Ming's will expose some evidence that is beyond our control."
Su Chen looked up at the sky, his expression very serious.
With the help of the Dark Hall, more and more information is now being gathered about Su Ming's lineage.
However, because there were more and more of them, they became increasingly wary of Su Ming.
This is utterly incredible.
Su Chen is the head of the family.
One can imagine just how terrifying Su Ming is.
The Imperial Su Clan, inside a palace.
An old ancestor slowly opened his eyes, and before him appeared a figure shrouded in a black robe.
"How are the arrangements going?"
The man in black robes appeared, speaking indifferently.
This is a condescending question.
"My lord, everything is arranged. If Su Ming can win this competition, the plan will be postponed. If Su Ming loses, Su Xiuyi will surely die, and then some people will have to be sacrificed."
"Disobey, and you will be executed."
"Our plan cannot afford to fail. We have been planning for over eight thousand years, and this is the day we have been waiting for."
The old man from the Imperial Su Clan said with a firm expression.
"Good!"
"The powerful members of the Undying Blood Clan will also gradually enter the Imperial Su Clan. If they fail, they will completely control the Imperial Su Clan."
"Those who disobey, just kill them all."
The plan cannot afford to fail.
"The first ancestor of the Su Clan will have ways to deal with this."
"Don't wait any longer. Secretly poison them and take down all the patriarchs of Su Chen's lineage. Blood Ancestor doesn't want any accidents to happen."
The man in black robes spoke coldly.
"Yes!"
"However, by doing so, Su Shenghuang's sins would be absolved. His sudden disappearance gives me a strange sense of unease."
The old man from the Imperial Su Clan said with a solemn expression.
"Useless trash, what are you afraid of!"
"What kind of trouble can Su Shenghuang cause? He can't hold up the boat alone."
" The Blood Ancestor is God; dealing with a Su Shenghuang like Su is a piece of cake for him."
The man in black robes wore a mocking expression.
Three days later, Su Xiuyi walked out of the room.
Her aura became even more profound. Within the True Phoenix Holy City, Su Xiuyi had gained many benefits, and her path to becoming God was not far off.
" Xiuyi."
Within the Imperial Garden.
Su Chen looked at Su Xiuyi with a solemn expression and called out.
"Grandpa, what is it?"
Su Xiuyi emerged from seclusion because of Su Chen.
Otherwise, Su Xiuyi would not have left the pass.
"Tomorrow, Su Ming will challenge you. Rumor has it that Su Ming has reached the Great Perfection Stage of Demigod realm. Be careful."
"This matter is not as simple as it seems."
"If Su Ming loses, there might be other conspiracies to emerge."
Su Chen stared at Su Xiuyi, his expression grave.
"Grandpa, rest assured, all schemes are futile against absolute power. Su Ming is destined to fail."
Su Xiuyi's expression was extremely confident.
"You should still be careful. I'll handle the rest."
" Su Ming's talent is terrifying; don't underestimate him."
"Before you appeared, someone who could suppress the pride of an era was no ordinary person."
Su Chen reminded him.
"Grandpa, I understand!"
"Actually, I also want to see just how strong Su Ming really is."
Su Xiuyi smiled.
Having only heard of Su Ming's name but never having fought or even seen him, Su Xiuyi was very much looking forward to it.
However, Su Xiuyi knew very well that the day she met Su Ming would be the day the two of them would fight.
"Um!"
"You should prepare yourself."
As soon as Su Chen finished speaking, he turned and left the Imperial Garden.
" Su Ming?"
"Interesting."
A smile appeared on Su Xiuyi's lips.
Before even entering the Central Heaven Continent, Su Xiuyi had already heard of Su Ming's name, Su Xiuyi was very much looking forward to seeing Su Ming's abilities.
At that moment, Su Xiuyi received another piece of news.
The Undying Blood Clan silently crossed the boundary.
Su Xiuyi's Dark Hall is growing stronger and stronger.
" Undying Blood Clan?"
"It seems Su Ming really is related to the Undying Blood Clan."
"However, the Undying Blood Clan and the Imperial Su Clan have a blood feud. How can Su Ming win over some people to support him?"
Su Xiuyi was somewhat puzzled at this moment.
So far, there is no evidence of collusion between Su Ming and the Undying Blood Clan. There is only one possibility: someone behind Su Ming Su Ming is communicating with the Undying Blood Clan on his behalf in an extremely secretive manner.
And someone no one would doubt.
However, Su Xiuyi remained extremely calm.
Now, let alone Su Ming, even if God appeared, Su Xiuyi would not be afraid in the slightest.
The Blood Dog perched lazily on Su Xiuyi's shoulder, showing no fear of Su Ming.
Having witnessed the power of the True Phoenix Clan's God, Blood Dog naturally found Su Ming utterly insignificant.
"Master, this Su Ming is really courting death."
"It seems they have no intention of submitting."
"It's a bit of a pity, otherwise they wouldn't be considered weak."
While Blood Dog was disdainful, he also felt a little sorry for him.
"Such a person is very proud."
"How could they possibly submit?"
"I'm actually quite curious as to why Su Ming would collude with the Undying Blood Clan?"
"With his talent, given time, the future head of the Imperial Su Clan will undoubtedly be him."
"However, he chose to cooperate with the Undying Blood Clan."
"It's not like we don't know the Imperial Su Clan and the Undying Blood Clan are enemies. Do you think the Undying Blood Clan can help him become God as quickly as possible?"
"Or perhaps, he himself is related to the Undying Blood Clan."
Su Xiuyi sneered.
"Master, could this guy really be related to the Undying Blood Clan?!"
Upon hearing Su Xiuyi's words, the Blood Dog's body trembled.
The small eyes looked at Su Xiuyi.
"Um?"
"No way!"
Su Xiuyi had only said it casually, but Blood Dog's expression, Su Xiuyi was startled.
He immediately sent someone through his Inner World to investigate whether Su Ming might be related to the Undying Blood Clan.
A day passed in the blink of an eye.
Countless figures appeared on the martial arts arena of the Imperial Su Clan.
The clan's patriarchs also arrived one after another.
Each of them looked on with immense anticipation.
In their view, this was a fierce battle.
It was also a battle between the strongest prodigies on the Central Heaven Continent.
The debate over who is stronger, Su Xiuyi or Su Ming, has been going on for a long time, and today is the day to find out.
The patriarchs of both lineages had their eyes shining brightly.
Knock knock knock.
The war drums in the training ground were sounded.
Upon hearing the drumbeats, everyone fell silent. They knew the time had come, and the show was about to begin.
In the void, a figure stepped through the air, wielding a long spear, his aura soaring to the heavens.
The power of his qi and blood was extremely dazzling, making him seem like a blazing sun.
The visitor was none other than Su Ming.
At this moment, Su Ming's entire body was radiant with light, and one could sense a trace of God aura.
Clearly, Su Ming is not far from becoming a powerful God.
Those who had previously doubted Su Ming's cultivation level now fell silent.
"Be careful, if it doesn't work, just give up!"
Su Chen's gaze fell on Su Xiuyi.
Su Chen Su Chen wasn't really concerned about whether Su Xiuyi could become the future head of the family. In his view, being safe and sound was the most important thing. Of course, if she could become the head of the family as well, that would be something to look forward to.
But if any real danger were to occur, Su Chen only wanted Su Xiuyi to be safe.
"Grandpa, I'll be careful."
Su Xiuyi, holding the Blood Dog, slowly stood up, her toes barely touching the ground as she lightly landed on the arena.
Only then did Su Xiuyi begin to examine Su Ming.
This was the first time Su Xiuyi had met Su Ming.
Su Xiuyi stared into Su Ming's eyes and said calmly, "I have to admit, you are very talented, only slightly less so than me. But I don't understand why you want to cooperate with outsiders."
"Actually, I have no interest in becoming the head of the family. I only want to cultivate and reach the pinnacle of martial arts."
Su Xiuyi looked at Su Ming and spoke her mind.
Su Xiuyi truly had no interest in going all out.
Su Xiuyi preferred cultivation.
"I don't know what you're talking about?"
" Su Xiuyi, today I'll see what you're capable of."
Wearing golden battle armor and wielding the spear of the God, Su Ming's voice was extremely cold.
"Yeah?"
"Then why did you poison the ancestors?"
"That giant incense stick is the source of the poison."
"Now, I'm afraid all of you venerable ancestors are unable to muster your Dharma Power!"
Su Xiuyi's voice resounded through the void.
"What?"
Upon hearing Su Xiuyi's words, everyone's expression changed drastically.
After a series of attempts, their expressions changed drastically.
Just as Su Xiuyi said, they were poisoned.
" Su Ming, you..."
They were all extremely angry.
"Hahaha!"
"So what if you see through it?"
" Su Xiuyi, can you change the ending?"
At this moment, Su Ming no longer bothered to hide it, his voice icy cold.
At the same time, figures appeared in the void, dressed in blood-red robes, clearly members of the Undying Blood Clan.
Some of the elders of the Imperial Su Clan had a smug look on their faces.
Deep within the Imperial Su Clan, a God aura suddenly appeared.
Everyone's eyes lit up, but at that moment, a God aura suddenly descended as well. It was God of the Undying Blood Clan. No one expected that God of the Undying Blood Clan could infiltrate the Imperial Su Clan.
Two terrifying auras vanished into the endless heights in the next instant.
"You really did collude with the Undying Blood Clan. No, you are a member of the Undying Blood Clan."
Su Xiuyi stared at Su Ming and said calmly.
"Hahaha!"
" Su Xiuyi, you're very good. I didn't expect you to remain calm even at this point. As expected of someone who could thwart my plans, you are truly a prodigy."
"You're right, the blood of the Undying Blood Clan flows in my veins."
"Enough with the nonsense. As you face death, let me see your true strength."
Su Ming's expression was sharp as he stared directly at Su Xiuyi.
An aura of dominance erupted completely.
"You······"
The expressions of the Su Clan's patriarchs turned extremely ugly.
He desperately wanted to kill Su Ming, but at this moment, he simply couldn't.
" Su Ming, kill Su Xiuyi."
"Kill him, and that will be the time for you to ascend to God and take control of the Imperial Su Clan."
A Nine-Calamity Demigod of the Undying Blood Clan said calmly.