The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 1997: Chapter 1997: Expansion

The numerous Chaos Hall Masters of Hongjun Heavenly Palace gradually arrived at Jing Yan’s location.

Everyone’s eyes were fixed on Jing Yan.

This battle could be seen as Jing Yan single-handedly turning the tide. If not for Jing Yan’s return, it was only a matter of time before Hongjun Heavenly Palace was broken. The strength of the Void Divine Hall far surpassed that of Hongjun Heavenly Palace, and relying on the defenses of the Reincarnation Path would only delay the inevitable.

Everyone began to speak, sincerely praising Jing Yan.

”Vice Palace Master, Hall Masters!”

”I, Jing Yan, am also a part of Hongjun Heavenly Palace. When Hongjun Heavenly Palace is attacked, of course, I could not stand idly by. So, everyone, let’s not say such courteous words.” Jing Yan shook his head and said.

”Jing Yan, why has your power become so strong? Tens of thousands of years ago at the Western Region Main Hall, your strength was only at the ordinary Controller level.” Nuwa Palace Master asked.

The others were hesitant to ask, though they were equally curious. However, relatively speaking, Nuwa Palace Master had the closest relationship with Jing Yan. The others had slightly distant relationships with Jing Yan. If Jing Yan’s strength were less, they might dare to inquire, but now that Jing Yan’s strength far surpassed theirs, they truly hesitated.

”It was indeed by chance. To speak truthfully, I have Wei Zhen to thank. If Wei Zhen hadn’t pursued me, I wouldn’t have constantly hidden in the Chaotic Region, nor would I have discovered a hidden Devouring Heaven Clan nest inside the Chaotic Region.” Jing Yan smiled lightly and said.

”Devouring Heaven Clan’s nest?” Ma Yi Ancestor and Du Ya Ancestor, the two ancient Title Controllers, also approached Jing Yan.

Listening to Jing Yan’s words, Ma Yi Ancestor spoke in a surprised tone.

”Yes, a Devouring Heaven Clan’s conduit, inside which lies a Devouring Heaven Clan Mother. I stumbled upon this Devouring Heaven Clan’s conduit and found their warehouse, obtaining a vast amount of resources. With these resources, I spent some time mastering the Ancient Tree Inheritance to the Seventh Level, and then took over the Ancient Tree Elder’s Ruins. Upon taking over the ruins, I became the Guardian of the Primordial Chaos Ancient Tree Space, entered the Ancient Tree Space, and received blessings from the Primordial Chaos Tree. Thus, the Ancient Tree Inheritance was quickly mastered to the Ninth Floor. If it weren’t for the blessings from the Primordial Chaos Tree, who knows how long it would take me to master the Ancient Tree Inheritance to the Ninth Floor.” Jing Yan nodded and said.

Vice Palace Master Ye Zhen and others listened intently.

Jing Yan’s experiences seemed blessed with great fortune. But these Controllers understood that mastering the Seventh Layer of Ancient Tree Inheritance was almost impossible for Chaos Creatures. Throughout the ages, there has been no mention of any Chaos Creature mastering the Seventh Layer of Ancient Tree Inheritance.

Of course, Jing Yan indeed carried great fortune and was a Cultivator favored by Fate.

”Amazing... truly remarkable...” Ma Yi Ancestor said emotionally.

”Now, Jing Yan, you are already one of the strongest lifeforms in Chaos. He Ming was defeated at your hands. Among Chaos Creatures, you are perhaps the undefeated one.” Du Ya Ancestor also remarked.

”To all Daoist friends of Hongjun Heavenly Palace, earlier I stopped Ma Yi from helping you, and I had no choice in the matter. I realize that you might hold a grudge against me for this, and I don’t expect your forgiveness. However, if you don’t plan on seeking revenge, I am willing to help Hongjun Heavenly Palace once in the future, as a promise.” Du Ya Ancestor continued to speak.

Du Ya Ancestor spoke not due to Jing Yan; he truly felt some guilt. Preventing Ma Yi from acting was indeed a great grievance for Hongjun Heavenly Palace. Because if Jing Yan hadn’t erupted with power, Hongjun Heavenly Palace might have already been leveled.

Upon hearing Du Ya Ancestor’s words, Ye Zhen and others remained silent.

”Jing Yan, you mentioned finding a Devouring Heaven Clan Mother’s nest in the Chaotic Region, can you locate that place again?” Ma Yi Ancestor asked, looking at Jing Yan.

”I remember the location, but if we go now, it’s uncertain whether those Devouring Heaven Clan creatures are still there; they might have relocated.” Jing Yan replied.

”Regardless of whether they’ve moved or not, we should go take a look. The number of Devouring Heaven Clan Mothers is limited, killing one reduces their number. The fewer Devouring Heaven Clan Mothers there are, the less threat they pose to us in Chaos.” Ma Yi Ancestor said.

”Alright, let’s go take a look later.” Jing Yan nodded and said.

When Jing Yan discovered that Devouring Heaven Clan’s nest, he was too weak to destroy it, coupled with the threat from the Void Divine Hall, Jing Yan dared not send any message to Hongjun Heavenly Palace. Jing Yan couldn’t risk his own life to divulge the location of that Devouring Heaven Clan’s nest. Besides, even if he shared this information, Chaos Creatures might not be able to kill the Devouring Heaven Clan Mother there.

”Brother Jing Yan!” Chenyuan Emperor greeted.

Earlier in the battle, Chenyuan Emperor suffered some injuries, so he used Healing Pills to recover slightly after the fight.

”Chenyuan Emperor!” Jing Yan bowed.

It was a great favor that Chenyuan Emperor brought experts from Shelun Country to aid Hongjun Heavenly Palace.

”Don’t call me Chenyuan Emperor anymore, just call me Chenyuan. Now, you probably know my connection with the Ancient Tree Elder.” Chenyuan Emperor smiled wryly and said.

”Brother Chenyuan!” Jing Yan chuckled, then remarked, ”This time, those who came to siege Hongjun Heavenly Palace were not only the forces of the Void Divine Hall but also two top Chaos Countries. The Kings and most Controller Level experts within these countries died here. Brother Chenyuan, your Shelun Country should consider expanding.”

”Indeed, that’s my intention! However, I believe my Shelun Country should work with Hongjun Heavenly Palace to split those two Chaos Countries.” Chenyuan Emperor said with a gleam in his eye.

He didn’t plan on being greedy; the benefits of two top Chaos Countries were immense. Among the Seven Countries of the Five Lands, the Seven Countries were only slightly inferior to the Five Lands. Any Chaos Country within the Seven Countries occupied vast territories and possessed countless resources.

”Vice Palace Master Quin, why don’t you and Brother Chenyuan discuss a detailed plan? Yeah, we need to act swiftly to prevent others from coveting this opportunity.” Jing Yan suggested to Vice Palace Master Quin.

”Alright!” Vice Palace Master Quin felt no resistance about being ordered by Jing Yan.

In fact, perhaps in Quin and others’ hearts, they already saw Jing Yan as the new leader of Hongjun Heavenly Palace. If Ancestor Hong Jun truly met with misfortune, then Hongjun Heavenly Palace must elect a new Palace Master, and the candidate was undoubtedly Jing Yan.

Who else besides Jing Yan would be fit to be Palace Master?

Hongjun Heavenly Palace is an Ultimate Force, and its leader truly needs to have the strength of a Title Controller, or else they would be underestimated. Although the Void Divine Hall is finished, there are still three other Ultimate Forces and a few Chaos Countries that remain intact.