Chapter 98: The Great Desolate Ancient Stele

Chapter 98: The Great Desolate Ancient Stele

"Whoosh!"

One day, a blinding light shot up from Daqi City, piercing through the sky. When the light dissipated, it revealed an ancient halberd with a dark gold sheen.

"Look! What is that?"

"A treasure has been born!"

"What a powerful aura. It must be at least a high-grade spiritual treasure!"

Seeing the halberd, many people looked at it with fiery eyes. But soon, a figure appeared in the sky and grabbed the halberd.

"It's that gentleman who forged the weapon!"

In an instant, people recognized the figure as Xiao Tian. Xiao Tian stored the Tianlin Ancient Halberd away and looked into the distance. "Since you've arrived, come in and have a talk."

With that, he returned to his room. Hearing this, people saw a man in a brocade robe walking through the air.

"That's Wu Zong, the leader of the Martial Alliance!"

"This formidable man lives up to his reputation. Even someone as powerful as Wu Zong, a Creation Stage minor achievement expert, has to come and apologize."

Watching Wu Zong approach, everyone felt a mix of awe and respect. Wu Zong landed near the inn and walked inside. Entering the room, Wu Zong cupped his hands in salute to Xiao Tian. "I am Wu Zong, leader of the Martial Alliance. Greetings, sir!"

Xiao Tian asked coldly, "Did you bring what I asked for?"

"Yes," Wu Zong nodded, retrieving a Qiankun bag and handing it over with both hands.

Xiao Tian accepted the Qiankun bag, scanned it briefly with his soul power, and said, "Since you brought what I asked for, the matter between us and the Martial Alliance is settled."

"Thank you, sir!" Wu Zong's face lit up with relief.

Xiao Tian waved his hand dismissively. "You may leave."

Not long after Wu Zong left, another visitor arrived. This was an elder radiating a chilling aura. Bowing to Xiao Tian, he introduced himself. "Sir, I am the second elder of the Yin Puppet Sect, here to apologize on behalf of our sect leader."

As he spoke, he flipped his hand, revealing a severed head. "This is the head of Hua Zong's father. He failed to discipline his son, who offended you. Our sect leader has executed him."

"Do you think killing a Creation Stage elder is enough?" Xiao Tian asked coldly. "Tell your sect leader to bring either ten million Pure Yuan Pills or treasures of equal value!"

Not only had Hua Zong offended him, but Xiao Tian also wouldn't let the Yin Puppet Sect go for their attempt to seize the ancestral talisman.

"Yes, I will report to our sect leader immediately." The elder wiped cold sweat from his brow and hurriedly left.

…

After sending away the two representatives, Xiao Tian led Xiao Yixian and the others toward the Great Desolate Ancient Stele. This ancient stele was the oldest relic in the Great Desolate County, left behind by an ancient sect. Because its seal could not be broken, it had stood on the Great Desolate Plains for ages. People could only enter when the seal weakened.

As Xiao Tian and his group flew toward the stele, they saw many warriors heading in the same direction. As they got closer, Xiao Tian found it increasingly difficult to fly, as if something was hindering him.

"This ancient sect's protective barrier is quite decent, blocking flight," Little Marten's voice sounded in Xiao Tian's ear. "But I can shield you from it."

With Little Marten's help, Xiao Tian found flying much easier. He had Xiao Yixian and the others return to the spatial gate and flew alone toward the Great Desolate Plains. His flight drew a lot of attention, as everyone knew flying became impossible deeper into the plains. Yet, here was someone flying effortlessly.

Reaching the heart of the Great Desolate Plains, Xiao Tian saw a sea of people. At the forefront were the major powers from the Great Yan Dynasty. In the center stood a towering stone stele nearly a thousand feet high, exuding an ancient, primal aura that commanded respect.

The stele was covered in massive runes that flickered, radiating a terrifying energy capable of tearing the heavens.

"There's that mysterious expert!"

"Rumor has it the Martial Alliance leader personally apologized to him and offered five million Pure Yuan Pills!"

"A peak Creation Stage expert, who can oppose him without a Nirvana Stage warrior?"

Seeing Xiao Tian, many people recognized him. Hearing these words, others were shocked to realize someone so young could be a peak Creation Stage expert.

Xiao Tian scanned the crowd and landed in front of the stele.

Mu Qianqian smiled and greeted him, "Xiao Tian, we meet again!"

"Miss Mu," Xiao Tian nodded slightly.

"Whoosh! Whoosh!"

Suddenly, the sound of something tearing through the air echoed. Several beams of light skimmed the ground, rapidly approaching.

"It's the four great clans!"

People quickly identified the newcomers. The strongest among them was a red beam, with several figures standing on a disc radiating red light. Most notable was a tall figure dressed in green.

"It's Lin Langtian from the Lin Clan!"

Lin Langtian's appearance made many forces look serious.

A massive wind luan flapped its wings, bringing a gust of wind. Atop it stood a figure—Qin Shi.

"The Huangpu Clan is here too."

A giant sword light shot through the sky, carrying a slender, elegant figure. She was a tall, beautiful woman in a pale green dress, as attractive as Mu Qianqian but exuding a much colder aura.

Since the Wang Clan had been exterminated, no one from their clan arrived.

Lin Langtian's eyes quickly found Xiao Tian. With a refined smile, he cupped his hands. "Xiao Tian, long time no see!"

"So, this is Xiao Tian?" Hearing Lin Langtian, the leaders of the Qin and Huangpu Clans turned their attention to Xiao Tian. They knew well how the Wang Clan had been destroyed. Had it not been for their Nirvana Stage warrior seeking trouble with Xiao Tian, they wouldn't have fallen, nor would their clan have been annihilated. This man could kill a Nirvana Stage warrior; either he had stronger backers or incredibly powerful treasures.

"Is he the Xiao Tian that Sister Qingzhu mentioned?" Huangpu Jing's beautiful eyes fell on Xiao Tian, her cold face showing a slight change.

Beside Huangpu Jing, a man snorted, "Hmph, he's nothing special. I'll kill him this time!"

"Brother Ying, don't bring trouble to our clan," Huangpu Jing warned with a frown.

"Killing him inside the ancient stele, who will know?" The man sneered.

He was Huangpu Ying, another genius of the Huangpu Clan, skilled in assassination.

(End of Chapter)

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