Xiao Lengyue

Xiao Lengyue . . .

Qin Wentian descended gracefully onto the ground, his entire form aglow with a radiant, ominous light. With a ground-shaking thud, his foot struck the earth, conjuring forth a mesmerizing array of runic inscriptions that swiftly coalesced into a complex diagram. An immense surge of astral energy emanated from it, pressing heavily upon the atmosphere.

Ji Lanshan, floating above, raised an intrigued eyebrow. Until this moment, he had been content to bide his time, well aware of the limitations of Qin Wentian's energy. He had planned to let Qin Wentian exhaust himself before making his move, not risking his life prematurely. However, Qin Wentian had taken an unexpected turn, choosing to descend to the ground, with each step etching divine inscriptions into existence.

Qin Wentian unleashed the might of his heavenly hammer constellation, summoning numerous colossal hammers into the air. These massive weapons descended with thunderous force, striking the earth and sending shockwaves rippling through the ground. Soon, an immense three-dimensional diagram formation materialized, exuding an overpowering energy.

"Look at him, inscribing a grand formation. All his previous actions were in preparation for this moment. He's not just a powerhouse, but a divine inscriptionist as well," murmured the spectators, their interest piqued. They hadn't expected this hidden talent within Qin Wentian—to burn his own energy to create a threatening aura while setting up a complex formation.

"Should we interrupt him?" someone inquired, their eyes fixed on Ji Lanshan, the de facto leader.

"You all withdraw; I'll handle this," Ji Lanshan declared with an air of heroism. Among the members of the God Extermination Palace, he was the only one with a chance against Qin Wentian's formidable Immortal Vanquishing Swordplay.

"Understood," the others nodded. Qin Wentian, a master inscriptionist, couldn't be allowed to continue unabated.

Ji Lanshan positioned himself with an air of arrogance in the sky. Luminous energy crackled around him as the thousand talisman sword unleashed countless runic threads that merged into a deadly slash. It was aimed at Qin Wentian, determined to halt the formation's progress.

However, Qin Wentian wasn't to be deterred. He soared into the heavens, pointing a finger downward. In an instant, boundless sword qi surged forth, coalescing into an awe-inspiring sword vortex that absorbed the relentless might of a supreme sword. This fearsome vortex rent the very fabric of space. Despite the imminent threat of Ji Lanshan's thousand talisman sword, an almost manic determination flickered in Qin Wentian's eyes as he boldly charged toward Ji Lanfeng, the lingering sword qi still swirling around him.

Ji Lanshan's brow furrowed as he made a decisive retreat. The threat posed by Qin Wentian had become too overwhelming, and there was no need to risk his life against such a formidable adversary.

A cacophony of thunderous sounds reverberated through the air, culminating in the gradual formation of an incomprehensibly vast diagram that seemed to reach into the heavens themselves. It was as if a colossal deity had stepped forth from this intricate design, radiating an aura of boundless luminosity.

The members of the God Extermination Palace, observing from afar, wore expressions of deep unease. The divine inscriptions grand formation was a spectacle of immense power, its resemblance to Qin Wentian's constellation not lost on them.

Qin Wentian's laughter cut through the tension as he fixed a steely gaze on Ji Lanshan. With a calculated retreat, the dissipating sword qi signaled the end of his energy burn. Although victorious in his gambit, his strength now waned considerably, leaving him feeling somewhat drained.

Returning to the divine inscriptions grand formation, Qin Wentian tilted his head upward. A thunderous resonance filled the air as his form expanded to a towering 700 meters. Upon releasing his constellation, it appeared as though his very being melded seamlessly with the divine inscriptions formation, a perfect synergy.

"Even though we are newcomers, with our highest cultivation at the seventh level, your God Extermination Palace can't lay a finger on us," Qin Wentian declared with a cold arrogance, his voice reverberating through the skies. Ji Lanshan and his comrades wore increasingly grim expressions. This conflict had escalated beyond expectation, tarnishing their prestige. Ji Lanshan, an Immortal Ascension Rankings ranker, had led a group of experts in pursuit of these newcomers, yet victory remained elusive. Their reputation had taken a significant hit.

Drawing closer to Qin Wentian, Ji Lanshan felt the absence of the once-daunting Immortal Vanquishing Sword Might. He was no longer as threatened by Qin Wentian's presence.

"If you persist in your obstinacy, we shall be compelled to act," Ji Lanshan declared coldly. "Prepare for long-range attacks!"

Freed from the looming threat of the Immortal Vanquishing Swordplay, the pursuers advanced, amassing their constellation energy. A tempest of unparalleled power swept across the land and sky.

"Attack!" the crowned young man bellowed in fury, unleashing an enormous spear that ruptured the very fabric of space on its trajectory toward Qin Wentian and his comrades.

Another expert showered the area with countless violet-gold palm imprints, rupturing the atmosphere with resounding crashes.

Still, others manifested millions of astral arms, while some unleashed palm strikes that siphoned away life itself, blotting out the heavens. Chaos reigned as the maelstrom of destructive qi surged forth, intent on obliterating them.

Ji Lanshan's countenance turned icy. His thousand talisman constellation coalesced into a colossal talisman and, with a furious roar, it hurtled forward, pulsating with annihilating intent, determined to crush Qin Wentian.

In the blink of an eye, a multitude of ferocious attacks converged on Qin Wentian. The members of the God Extermination Palace were incensed, and the magnitude of their assault was staggering. If Qin Wentian and his companions couldn't defend against these onslaughts, their lives hung in the balance, unless they could produce immortal-ranked treasures or weapons for defense.

Qin Wentian's furious howl rent the air as his colossal figure pounded the ground, giving the impression that sky and earth were collapsing around him. Countless runic lights swirled beneath his feet, resembling a legion of golden figures rising to the heavens. They encircled him protectively, transforming him into the epicenter of an impervious fortress, while the gigantic deity loomed large behind him, merging as one. Qin Wentian stood at the heart of this formidable assembly, unyielding in the face of their relentless assault.

"GO!" With a thunderous roar, Qin Wentian commanded the golden figures to surge forward with incredible speed. He became shrouded in layers of violet-golden light, transforming into an indomitable force.

The clash of the attacks echoed like an apocalypse, shaking the very heavens and earth. Waves of destructive energy rippled through the surroundings. Qin Wentian extended his finger toward Ji Lanshan's assault, causing a titanic pressure to collide with the palm imprint, obliterating it with sheer force.

His constellation and the divine inscriptions grand formation had fused completely, turning the sky into a celestial canvas adorned with a myriad of golden suppression figures that seemed to multiply endlessly. Spectators marveled at this breathtaking spectacle.

"What an extraordinary divine inscriptions grand formation. This newcomer is no ordinary talent."

"You're right. He's only at the seventh level of Celestial Phenomenon and yet he dares to defy the God Extermination Palace, even facing off against Ji Lanshan, an Immortal Ascension Rankings ranker. When he reaches the ninth level, his name will undoubtedly grace the rankings."

A barrage of destructive attacks relentlessly bore down on Qin Wentian. His massive palm reached out, and countless golden suppression figures manifested, exerting overwhelming pressure. With a thunderous crash, his colossal palm descended upon a member of the God Extermination Palace, who struggled desperately. However, the palm strike landed with explosive force, sending the unfortunate soul hurtling through the air, blood cascading like rain.

"Each of his attacks packs the power of a ninth-level ascendant. With the aid of the divine inscriptions grand formation, this young man's combat prowess is astonishing. He would easily secure a high rank in the rankings, if only they considered the strength derived from formation assistance."

The mesmerizing battle drew more and more spectators to its magnetic pull. Ji Lanshan and his followers relentlessly launched attacks at Qin Wentian, but their efforts were fruitless. Over time, the God Extermination Palace members bore the brunt of Qin Wentian's retaliation, suffering injuries one after another.

"How formidable! Just as expected of the Great Rascal," Little Rascal chimed in, eyes gleaming with admiration as Qin Wentian wielded divine might.

Jun Mengchen couldn't help but mumble, "Senior brother comprehended that grand formation from his own constellation? His understanding is truly astonishing. I'm far from his league." He couldn't help but feel inadequate, considering his combat abilities couldn't even assist Qin Wentian in the slightest within the City of Ancient Emperors. It was a stark reminder that he needed to diligently improve his cultivation level as soon as possible.

"He's cultivated the Ten Thousand Laws Record," Zi Qingxuan murmured, her voice barely audible over the relentless onslaught of attacks. "He mentioned that this law record would help him grasp the true essence of his innate techniques and arts. Given his already extraordinary comprehension abilities, what he's achieving here isn't as surprising as it may seem."

The ferocious assaults showed no sign of abating. Despite their collective efforts, the members of the God Extermination Palace couldn't overpower Qin Wentian. He harnessed the might of his grand formation with an astonishingly minuscule energy expenditure, yet his attacks carried an overwhelming force.

"Ji Lanshan is quite underwhelming," one young observer remarked with a wry smile.

"He can't even handle a seventh-level ascendant? Considering his direct lineage to an immortal emperor, it's rather embarrassing."

Spectators began sharing their opinions, but a new group of formidable figures suddenly appeared from a different direction. Each of them exuded extraordinary auras, with a strikingly beautiful woman at their center.

This woman was dressed in form-fitting attire that accentuated her curves, radiating an aura of vitality. Her beauty was so mesmerizing that no one dared to meet her gaze directly.

Her skin was as fair as snow, delicate and seemingly fragile. Her presence was an embodiment of grace, capturing the attention of everyone as though the ongoing battle had faded from their minds.

"She's here?!" Someone exclaimed in astonishment.

"Xiao Lengyue is truly a beauty. Unfortunately, there are countless admirers chasing after her. The Xiao Sect she founded is filled with individuals who joined to protect and woo her. Among them, there are more than ten Immortal Ascension Rankings rankers. But don't be mistaken, Xiao Lengyue is more than just a pretty face; her strength surpasses that of all the Xiao Sect's experts."

"Who could possibly match such a beauty?" Another spectator sighed.

"Xiao Lengyue, daughter of the Xiao Emperor from the western region. She's not only renowned for her beauty but also holds the #6 position on the Immortal Ascension Rankings, causing countless males to feel inferior. And now, she's paying attention to this battle!"