Son-in-law Heaven Emperor Xiao Yi
Chapter 868 - 866: Strong to the End

Wang Chuantian fell in battle.

His body split into two halves, the bloody cross-sections so clear one could see every structure inside, rendering it unbearable to stare directly.

The two halves of the corpse were suspended beneath Xiao Yi's feet.

As for the most important Primordial Spirit of a Tianzun-level powerhouse, which is also known as the basis by which "so long as the Primordial Spirit is not destroyed, the Tianzun shall not die," that had completely dissipated into nothingness. After all, with the likes of Nantian Wen present, Xiao Yi could not freely seal this Primordial Spirit within the Wangu Heavenly Tomb.

For him...

The Wangu Heavenly Tomb was his ultimate trump card, absolutely not to be exposed lightly.

Even though he now possessed the strength to slay a Tianzun, Xiao Yi was very clear about the principle that beyond the heavens, there are other heavens.

Before stepping into this realm.

He had always thought that the strongest entity in this world was the Longevity Secret Realm, how could he know that the Longevity Secret Realm was actually divided into five completely distinct levels?

Even the Nantian Holy Land alone possesses the existence of a Saint-level powerhouse.

Who could guarantee that there were no ancient beings from the Ancient Times still alive in this world?

What kind of cultivation and strength would such people possess?

It should be known...

Back then, Martial God Zhao Wuji, he was capable of shattering the Azure Heaven Continent and plunging the once supreme Hall of Longevity deep into the void, never to be seen again. And Xiao Yi himself admits that his current strength is nowhere near that level.

This trump card, the Wangu Heavenly Tomb, must absolutely not be exposed!

As for letting Wang Chuantian's Primordial Spirit go?

That was even less likely!

A tiger returning to the mountain is bound to become a menace.

Moreover, this was a Tianzun-level formidable tiger. Once his Primordial Spirit escaped, all Wang Chuantian needed was to seize a powerful body, and he could quickly regain peak strength.

Should a Tianzun-level powerhouse seek revenge, the consequences would be unbearable for Xiao Yi.

Of course.

There was another more important reason for killing Wang Chuantian.

That was to deter all sides!

Being a match for a Tianzun and slaying a Tianzun are two completely different concepts!

Recall when Nantian Wen established the Nantian Holy Institute, the entire Nantian Holy Land almost wished for a change of dynasty in the Nantian Dynasty, yet it was precisely because Nantian Wen had slain a Tianzun-level powerhouse from the Nantian Holy Land.

Displaying his overwhelming strength, which even the Nantian Holy Land dared not provoke, paved the way for the birth of the Nantian Holy Institute.

Over the years, the Nantian Holy Institute had provided the Nantian Dynasty with countless powerhouses.

This was the foundation of a strong nation, the basis of its establishment!

Xiao Yi's thoughts had returned in the blink of an eye, his eyes glinting with a hint of red light as he swept his gaze over Zhou Chen, Nantian Wen, and the others.

Zhou Chen's face suddenly changed.

The previously overbearing expression on his face cycled through a complex range, filled with intricate thoughts.

The powerhouses of the Nantian Holy Land had always held themselves in high regard, looking down on any genius or powerhouse outside of the Nantian Holy Land. In his eyes, Xiao Yi was completely insignificant, not even qualified to carry his shoes. But now, in front of him,

Xiao Yi had slain Wang Chuantian while facing two opponents!

Now, with Xiao Yi alone in front of him, should a life-and-death battle erupt again, even the overbearing Zhou Chen was filled with doubt about his own chances; he had to put aside his arrogance and admit he had no assurance of victory over Xiao Yi.

Even more so...

He was no longer confident that he could even preserve his own life against Xiao Yi!

On the small boat.

Nantian Ao swallowed hard, his gaze intensely fixed on Xiao Yi, "This guy is stronger than before, how does he cultivate? It's simply monstrous..."

"Indeed a monster!"

Nantian Wen nodded in agreement.

The ruler of the Nantian Dynasty got to his feet for the first time, lightly straightening his clothes and spoke indifferently, "Let's go, it's time for us to step in."

"Ah?"

Nantian Ao was stunned.

He saw Nantian Wen, without saying a word, walking on air.

His figure seemed to stand still in place, but when it began to blur, Nantian Wen had already appeared dozens of meters away. This level of skill in the movement technique was truly extraordinary.

Even Xiao Yi couldn't help but raise his eyebrows, staring at Nantian Wen who stood shoulder to shoulder with Zhou Chen, and secretly marveled in his heart, "No wonder he could single-handedly make the Nantian Holy Land not dare to block the establishment of the Nantian Holy Institute. Nantian Wen's strength truly is extraordinary..."

Xiao Yi's perception was also extremely sharp.

Upon Nantian Wen's body, he felt a strong sense of danger.

This was definitely an existence not to be provoked.

His combat power was certainly far above Zhou Chen and Wang Chuantian, at least Xiao Yi did not currently have the confidence that he could defeat him.

With this thought,

Xiao Yi spoke out, "Nantian Wen, have you finally deigned to show yourself?"

"Ha ha ha, you've been waiting for me to make a move, haven't you?"

Nantian Wen laughed heartily, his laughter booming like thunder resonating through the sky, making one's ears ring. His laughter abruptly ceased as he pointed at Zhou Chen, who was still struggling with the Sword Domain, and said, "Give me some face, let him off the hook, will you?"

"On what grounds?" Xiao Yi retorted.

Nantian Wen raised his eyebrows.

Over the years...

This was still the first being who dared to refuse him to his face.

This not only failed to produce any displeasure in Nantian Wen, but on the contrary, it brought out a trace of admiring smile on his face. He seemed to see a reflection of his younger self in Xiao Yi. A young prodigy with the same passionate spirit, the same uncompromising boldness.

Wasn't that how he was when he faced the Nantian Holy Land alone back in the day?

But...

Back then, he only had to withstand the pressure of the Nantian Holy Land, and behind him was the entire Daqian Dynasty.

Xiao Yi, however, had to face the pressure from the Nantian Dynasty, the Nantian Holy Land, and even the Changsheng Sect.

And behind Xiao Yi were only those people he sought to protect.

They could scarcely offer him much help at all!

With this thought,

Nantian Wen looked at Xiao Yi with a gaze that was gentle yet filled with more admiration, the corner of his mouth twitching as he looked in the direction of Zhou Chen and lightly said, "Elder Zhou, I'm helping you out here, you should show some appreciation, right?"

This was negotiating terms!

Zhou Chen's face subtly changed, his countenance shifting from sullen to ferocious.

Before this encounter...

He never thought he'd be subdued here.

But recalling the fate of Wang Chuantian, Zhou Chen could only grit his teeth, suppressing the anger and unwillingness inside him, and with a look of suppressed humiliation, he roared, "My Nantian Holy Land is willing to provide three Longevity Spirits to the Daqian Dynasty annually, and offer ten spots for cultivation in the Nantian Holy Land!"

Nantian Wen slightly frowned.

Such terms were hardly appealing!

His gaze turned to Xiao Yi.

Xiao Yi's lips curved into a slight smile, and he chuckled, "It seems Elder Zhou treats the Daqian Dynasty as beggars to be dismissed!"

"Xiao Yi, do not be too greedy. Longevity Spirits are incredibly difficult to obtain. Even the Nantian Dynasty only gets ten Longevity Spirits a year. For us to offer you three, along with ten spots for cultivation in the Nantian Holy Land, is already due to the face given for Nantian Wen..."

Zhou Chen spat out his words through clenched teeth, "If you know what's good for you, you'll accept my conditions. For the offenses against me, I can forgive and forget. Otherwise..."

Slap!

The response was a fierce slap to the face.

This slap left Zhou Chen stunned and even Nantian Wen looked on in astonishment.

There's the saying, "Don't curse the short, don't slap the face."

Especially when it's the face of a mighty Heavenly Venerate!

And you just slapped him like that?

Zhou Chen, bewildered, looked at Xiao Yi, "You, you, you dare to hit me?"

Slap!

Xiao Yi backhanded another slap. Without letting Zhou Chen speak, he followed it with a dozen more, striking Zhou Chen's cheeks until they were covered with bright red palm prints, his head swelling up. Only then did Xiao Yi say in an exceedingly indifferent tone, "I'll give you another chance. Think carefully before you speak. If you displease me again, this will be your fate..."

Xiao Yi pointed toward the ground.

Zhou Chen was taken aback and followed the direction of the finger.

He saw the bisected corpse of Wang Chuantian, with its eyes wide open, bereft of consciousness, staring back at him...

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