The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 908: Chapter 908: The Five Great First-Rank Powers

Regarding the increasing number of martial artists gathering for the negotiation, the Netherworld Sect, although arriving early, did not interfere with any of the martial artists gathered here.

Even loose cultivators were allowed by the Netherworld Sect to stay and move freely in this place.

Judging by the Netherworld Sect’s attitude, it seemed they even hoped more martial artists would directly witness this negotiation with the Chu Family. Obviously, the Netherworld Sect believed they had the upper hand and hoped more martial artists would see the destruction of the Chu Family by the Netherworld Sect.

Onboard a warship.

”Jing Yan, we are about to reach the negotiation site ahead.” Chu Hongnan, the Chu Clan Leader, promptly reported this news to Jing Yan.

For this negotiation, the Chu Family had sent out their elites, including ancestors at the Saint Realm Third Stage and many strong members at the Saint Realm. In short, the top combat power of the Chu Family had almost come out in full force.

”Mm, just follow what I said before. Chu Family members should not leave the warship’s three hundred meters radius even during the negotiation. Within this range, they can receive the maximum protection from the warship,” Jing Yan nodded.

This warship had been modified by Jing Yan.

The original grade of the warship was just an ordinary Holy Artifact. However, after Jing Yan’s modification, its main body reached the grade of a Sect Suppressing or Clan Suppressing Sacred Artifact. Plus, with the Chain Formation carefully arranged by Jing Yan, its defensive capability was absolutely astonishing.

To verify the warship’s defensive strength, Jing Yan specifically asked puppets like Second to attack it with full force. The result of the test was as Jing Yan expected. Even if six puppets like Second jointly attacked, they could not break through the warship’s defense in a short time.

Therefore, as long as Chu Family members did not leave the three-hundred-meter range of the warship, their safety should be assured.

Even if there were strong enemies at the Half-step Void God level, they could not kill Chu Family members in a short time.

”Mm, I understand, and I have already instructed the Chu Family not to leave the warship,” Chu Hongnan nodded.

Previously, Chu Hongnan had also suggested to Jing Yan to contact some forces for help, but Jing Yan said it was unnecessary. Chu Hongnan thought it over and felt that it indeed wouldn’t make much difference. The Chu Family couldn’t ally with any First-grade force, and the help from Second-grade forces wouldn’t be significant. After all, he couldn’t expect a Second-grade force to send their Saint Realm Third Stage martial artists to help the Chu Family, right?

Moreover, over eighty percent of the Second-grade forces in the Despair Abyss had only one Saint Realm Third Stage martial artist.

The Chu Family warship slowed down and gradually entered the negotiation site’s range.

”Look, the Chu Family is here!”

”It’s indeed the Chu Family’s warship with their battle flag on it.”

”The Chu Family actually dared to come. I’m afraid this time, they won’t go back ever again.”

”...”

The Chu Family warship was spotted by many martial artists before it even entered the negotiation site.

”Chu Hongnan has arrived,” the first Sect Master of the Netherworld Sect, Dong Ze, said in a low voice, his eyes flickering with cold light as he watched the Chu Family warship in the void.

”They came right on time!” The Fang Family Patriarch lightly nodded, a flash of hatred passing through his eyes.

This hatred was naturally directed at Jing Yan.

Back then, Jing Yan killed his son, Fang Jie. He personally led many strong members of the Chu Family into a siege, forcing Jing Yan into the Death Abyss, thinking Jing Yan had perished in the abyss. However, he didn’t expect Jing Yan to still be alive.

Moreover, not only was he alive, but his cultivation seemed to have greatly increased. What was even more infuriating was that Jing Yan had also gained some powerful subordinates.

The Fang Family Patriarch suspected that the elder of the Fang Family and the old sect master of the Clear Spring Sect, who were at the Saint Realm Third Stage, were both killed by Jing Yan. Although there was no direct evidence, at the time, the elder of the Fang Family and the old sect master of the Clear Spring Sect died while investigating the Death Abyss, making Jing Yan the prime suspect.

Being invited by the Netherworld Sect this time, it was exactly what the Fang Family Patriarch wanted. Of course, the Netherworld Sect would have to pay a price for this because the Fang Family Patriarch was no fool. Even though he had a grudge against Jing Yan, he wouldn’t miss this rare opportunity to take advantage of the Netherworld Sect.

”That Jing Yan should be on the warship, right? It’s surprising how strong he is to force the Netherworld Sect’s Sect Master Dong Ze to this extent,” Sect Master Wan from the Ten Thousand Sword Sect said with a chuckle.

”Sect Master Wan! I have never seen Jing Yan in person either. But there’s no need to rush; we’ll soon see him. He is the son of Chu Lianxing, and since he is less than a hundred years old, he must be very young,” Dong Ze said in a bland tone, glancing at Sect Master Wan.

”No matter how powerful he is, he can’t withstand so many of us,” the Fang Family Patriarch sneered.

”Patriarch Fang is right!” Dong Ze agreed.

His gaze shifted, and with Primordial Energy coursing through him, he shouted towards the Chu Family warship.

”Since the Chu Clan Leader is here, why not come down and have a chat with us first?” Dong Ze’s voice, amplified by the force of the Law, resonated throughout the negotiation site.

All the martial artists could hear clearly.

”Sect Master Dong Ze, there’s no need to be hasty. The negotiation is scheduled for two days later. We should all remain calm and wait patiently,” Chu Hongnan responded, his voice also amplified by Primordial Energy.

”It seems Clan Leader Chu’s mannerisms have become grander. Sect Masters from the Quicksand Divine Domain, Flame God Domain, and the Fang Family Patriarch from Tianxia Divine Domain have been waiting here for a long time, yet you haven’t even made an appearance. Tsk tsk...” Dong Ze said with a sarcastic tone.

”Sect Master Dong Ze is exaggerating. However, I do have a question: When did your Netherworld Sect start mingling with the Ten Thousand Sword Sect? Oh, I get it, the Netherworld Sect is afraid of our Chu Family, so you brought the Ten Thousand Sword Sect and the Fang Family along for backup, right?” Chu Hongnan retorted without backing down.

Dong Ze’s face darkened.

”Hmph, Clan Leader Chu is really good with his words. But this isn’t the negotiation yet; I hope you remain this formidable during the actual negotiation,” Dong Ze said with a threatening tone.

”No need for Sect Master Dong Ze’s concern!” Chu Hongnan chuckled.

”Hahaha... It’s quite lively here indeed. Sect Master Dong Ze, Sect Master Wan, Patriarch Fang, I didn’t expect you three distinguished figures to be present!”

At this moment, a voice filled with laughter was heard.

Everyone turned to look, seeing a water-blue figure standing at the front of a warship.

Liu Family from Lan Ning Divine Domain!

This warship belonged to the Liu Family, a First-grade force from the Lan Ning Divine Domain, and it bore their battle flag. The person speaking at the front was the Liu Family Patriarch, a strong martial artist at the Saint Realm Third Stage.

Dong Ze and others slightly squinted their eyes.

”Patriarch Liu, what brings you here? I heard that Lan Ning Divine Domain has been restless lately. Shouldn’t the Liu Family be busy suppressing the rebellious forces?” Sect Master Wan quipped with a mocking tone towards the Liu Family Patriarch.

”Sect Master Wan, I must say, your information is outdated. The issues you mentioned were resolved months ago. Now, Lan Ning Divine Domain is peaceful and tranquil. Nevertheless, I appreciate Sect Master Wan’s concern,” the Liu Family Patriarch responded with a smile. ”Sect Master Shengjing, aren’t you interested in coming out to greet these old friends?”

The Liu Family Patriarch glanced back at his own warship.

Sheng Jing, Great Sect Master of the Five Dao Sect, a First-grade force of the Eight Dragon Divine Domain.