Chapter 160

On an immortal mountain, countless spiritual qi surged like waves, rolling between heaven and earth, resembling a vast ocean.

In the depths, within a cyan-blue hall, several withered figures appeared; their bodies were stooped, like a waning candle in the wind, a gust could topple them.

But a faint aura clung to them, as if linked to heaven and earth, extremely terrifying.

Then several burly cultivators strode into the hall.

"Greetings, Holy Lord, and all Supreme Elders!"

"The Merging Dao War that occurred earlier in Qingshi Jun has been investigated; outside the county city, an ancient relic has appeared, emitting a phoenix aura."

"It drew the current divine maiden of the Yinyue Divine Sect, as well as two Supreme Elders from the Xuanming Holy Land."

"Also, the Lingwu True Person of the Sword Sect, and two unnamed Merging Dao powerhouses."

"Several factions erupted in war; the information here is vague, but the ultimate victor was the Xuanyang Sect, which swallowed the Phoenix Opportunity."

"The Xuanming Holy Land has many powerful figures taking action, including the Xingshen Divine Sect and the Dari Divine Sect, also acting, all pointing their swords at Canglan Yu."

The burly man clad in black armor, his expression like a blade, spoke swiftly.

The Hanhai Holy Lord and several Supreme Elders, seeing this, slightly nodded, roughly matching their guess.

But there is a major problem: they cannot directly seize it.

Because ten thousand years ago, the ancestor of the Xuanyang Sect once made a covenant with them; this is why, after the Xuanyang Sect declined, they still intervene, warning the Xuanming Holy Land not to employ Merging Dao.

The Hanhai Holy Lord wore a blue robe adorned with intricate wave patterns, extremely elaborate, appearing especially noble.

"Supreme Elders, what are your views on this matter?"

The Merging Dao powerhouses of the previous era have nearly reached their limits; they can no longer endure. Now that a Phoenix Opportunity has appeared, if they truly possess Nirvana Divine Ability, they might even reverse live a second life.

One of them, an old man with only a single tooth left, leaned on his cane and took a slow step; the entire hall's Dao essence seemed to tremble.

He spoke indifferently: "A single covenant, ten thousand years of protection—though we have never acted against the Xuanming Holy Land, we deter them, preventing their Merging Dao from being used."

"Let the Xuanyang Sect enjoy ten thousand years of peace."

"Hand over the Phoenix Opportunity, and we'll be even; this is what the Xuanyang Sect owes us."

"We old fellows already have one foot in the coffin, but if we can advance even a step further, it would be enough to aid the Holy Lord and sweep the Western Sea Main Domain."

"A great age is about to arise; recently, in the Five Great Divine Provinces, monsters abound, ancient relics keep surfacing—we must contend."

"As long as the Xuanyang Sect is willing to relinquish the Opportunity, we can continue to protect them."

"Otherwise we old fellows can only make a trip."

His hoarse voice carried a very firm resolve.

Beyond doubt.

"This..." the Hanhai Holy Lord's brows slightly furrowed; seven or eight thousand years ago, he and the Yang Heavenly Venerable forged a deep friendship.

Moreover, since they were allies, having endured life and death together, this is why this single covenant has endured to this day.

The elders within the Holy Land were extremely dissatisfied, considering the Xuanyang Sect a discard to be abandoned.

But the Hanhai Holy Lord believed that the Yang Heavenly Venerable could surely break the shackles, step into Merging Dao, and the entire Xuanyang Sect would be revived from death.

For, the only defeat he ever suffered was at the hands of the Yang Heavenly Venerable, who then became his sworn brother.

But now, these sect elders want him to turn traitor, seizing the Opportunity from his brother's sect.

The burly black-armored man below also showed a bitter smile, thinking these Supreme Elders would later regret today's decision.

Back then he personally witnessed the Yang Heavenly Venerable dominate the Western Sea Main Domain, and even when clashing with monsters from other major domains, he still held a slight edge.

He was truly invincible among his peers.

Now after accumulating for so many years, he furthermore possesses the battle power of a Venerable to overcome Merging Dao; in the future, if he were to break through his realm.

The very heavens of the Western Sea Main Domain will change.

But now, having forged a ten‑thousand‑year friendship, to abandon a single Opportunity—wouldn't all that effort be wasted?

What's the point of guarding each other for ten thousand years then?

These old fellows are clearly blinded by profit.

But he dare not speak further.

"Holy Lord, do you have any objections?" the old man with only a single tooth raised his eyelids slightly; his cloudy eyes seemed to shoot divine light as he questioned.

The Hanhai Holy Lord exhaled a turbid breath: "Supreme Elders, we share a ten‑thousand‑year friendship with the Xuanyang Sect; we can exchange the Opportunity, there's no need to be so resolute."

"According to intelligence, the Yang Heavenly Venerable's current strength rivals Merging Dao; should he break through, he will alter the pattern of the Western Sea Main Domain."

"Furthermore, they are on good terms with the Sword Sect and the Yinyue Divine Sect..."

"Even more, I have private intelligence that outside the East Divine Province, two Dao‑Rank powerhouses from the barbarian tribes have arrived, one of whom has attained Unity Dao."

"They must have considerable ties with the Xuanyang Sect; are you really sure you want to forsake that ten‑thousand‑year friendship? The Xuanyang Sect is no longer in decline."

The Hanhai Holy Lord was using the Xuanyang Sect as a tiger's skin to make these Supreme Elders wary.

Moreover, the barbarians have indeed arrived, though it seems they merely come to fetch someone and leave; it should be irrelevant—but if we don't say so, the Xuanyang Sect is in peril.

These old fellows are very likely to take a risky gamble.

Seeing this, several Supreme Elders furrowed their brows tightly—even the barbarians are getting involved?

"Then I will personally go, taking three stalks of Heavenly Medicine to exchange for the Opportunity; I believe the esteemed ones of the Xuanyang Sect understand the bigger picture."

In that case, Holy Lord, do you still have anything to say?

When the time comes, this old man will obtain an opportunity and personally preside over the Profound Yang Sect for a thousand years, protecting them.

The old man leaning on his cane spoke slowly, considering this a great blessing for the Profound Yang Sect.

After all… the three top-tier powers are all going to take action; can the Profound Yang Sect withstand it?

"Yes." The Holy Lord of the Vast Sea finally nodded, utterly helpless.

However, secretly preparing to contact his elder brother, he himself will take out some heavenly treasures and earthly riches to make up for it.

On one side is an elder, on the other side is a sworn brother; he finds it hard to choose.

Seeing this, the black-armored man couldn't help shaking his head. Holy Lord… this time he probably made a mistake.

Elder Brother Yangtian dares to reveal his strength; he must be able to advance to Merging Dao.

He believes, given Elder Brother Yangtian's temper, the old fogies of the Holy Land will definitely be beaten out with sticks…

He could already foresee that tragic scene.

Immediately, the old man stepped forward, left the Vast Sea Holy Land, and hurried to the Profound Yang Sect.

And just then, Canglan Yu experienced a startling change; the Floating Light Great Sect, all who refused to submit to the Profound Yang Sect, were completely suppressed.

Moreover, all spies from other forces were eradicated.

A great purge was carried out.

Furthermore, they expressed their stance immediately, with the entire Floating Light Sect submitting to the Profound Yang Sect.

Furthermore, any Dao lineage that has ever opposed the Profound Yang Sect is now an enemy!

Myriad Sea Gate, Clear Creek Pavilion, and other great domain Dao lineages were destroyed one by one.

This is the only letter of allegiance the Floating Light Sect could think of.

After all… the Profound Darkness Holy Land and that fleeing Merging Dao powerhouse are both not to be provoked by them.

And as for the other four great Dao lineages, the Venerables were nearly all wiped out.

For them, there was no pressure.

One day later, all forces in Canglan Yu submitted to the Profound Yang Sect.

After ten thousand years, the Profound Yang Sect…

returned to reclaim the position of hegemon!