Nine Dragons Saint Ancestor

Yun Xiao refused to elaborate on the specific reasons, and naturally, everyone dared not ask further. At the moment, they all complied, but only a few cultivators from Tenglong Continent were qualified to venture into Chongxiao River, so most of them were simply curious.

Curious about what lay in the depths of Chongxiao River, and curious about how Yun Xiao could return, as there had been no precedent for this before. It was all rather strange.

”Brother, did you kill the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River?”

The chubby Ling Wan was carefree and didn’t bother with unseen dangers; what concerned him most was the Intermediate Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River that had once pressured him greatly.

Upon hearing Ling Wan’s loud inquiry, everyone instantly abandoned their previous musings and eagerly perked up their ears.

After all, compared to the unknown dangers in Chongxiao River, whether You River was alive concerned the safety of Tenglong Continent in the foreseeable future.

If Yun Xiao ultimately failed to kill You River for some reason, an Intermediate Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit, once recovered to its peak, would wreak havoc on Tenglong Continent, posing an enormous disaster.

After all, strong cultivators like Yun Xiao and Lu Yanji couldn’t possibly appear in time every single time. A Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit lurking in the shadows, ready to ambush at any moment, was undoubtedly terrifying—something every human cultivator could imagine.

Swish!

Just as everyone wanted to know the answer, they saw the simply dressed young man swipe his hand over his waist, and a streak of blue light emerged.

”That... that is...”

When the blue light first appeared, some low-rank cultivators didn’t quite react, but souls experts like Lu Yanji and Qingmu Wu instantly sensed a familiar aura within the object.

”It’s You River’s Spirit Crystal!”

Moments later, Lu Yanji, who was staring fixedly at the crystal emitting shimmering water radiance, was the first to perceive it clearly. The voice he uttered was filled with shock and an intense fervor.

Indeed, the Spirit Crystal that Yun Xiao held belonged to the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River. Although he didn’t answer Ling Wan’s question directly, he presented the crystal as a testament to the truth.

”You actually... really killed it?!”

Though many had speculated this outcome beforehand, seeing the reality was still overwhelmingly shocking.

It was, after all, a dignified Intermediate Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit, which even upon employing secret techniques briefly reached the Advanced Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit level.

This incident of You River challenging Yun Xiao caused a stir throughout Tenglong Continent, almost attracting every prominent figure and top force, including the Sect Leader of Killing Heart Sect who personally arrived.

Before Yun Xiao’s arrival, the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River had always dominated, using a Sky-covering Water Formation to confound Li Yunfan, the Island Master of Ling Kong Island, renowned as the continent’s greatest Array Master.

Yet, when the young man named Yun Xiao arrived, the situation dramatically shifted. In an act of turning the tide, he shattered the Advanced Heavenly Rank Sky-covering Water Formation and also rescued Liu Hanyi and two other hostages using tactics.

The intense battle that ensued demonstrated Yun Xiao’s ability to fight beyond his level, driving the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River into a frantic retreat.

However, as You River fled deeper into Chongxiao River, no one could be absolutely certain that Yun Xiao managed to truly defeat the water attribute Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit, until now upon seeing You River’s Spirit Crystal.

Even though the Destroyer Venerable and Duan Zixiao weren’t Meridian Refining Masters, and their Power of Soul couldn’t match Lu Yanji’s, they were still quite familiar with You River’s aura.

The water attribute Spirit Crystal emanating an unparalleled aura of power; how could a mere Strange Spirit Crystal possibly emit such formidable majesty?

So at this moment, everyone had no doubt that although Yun Xiao encountered unforeseen complications while pursuing into Chongxiao River’s depths, he ultimately managed to slay You River and obtain its essential Spirit Crystal.

”Lord Yun Xiao is mighty!”

Upon understanding all this, an awe-filled and enthusiastic cheer arose from an unknown location, followed by surges of cheers around Stepping Heavenly Stone.

After all, only a few forces held grudges against Yun Xiao; his killing of the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River was monumental for the Human Clan. It was believed that from now on, for a short period, Tenglong Continent would no longer face significant Strange Spirit threats.

Speaking of which, since Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River escaped from Xuanyin Cave, it had sent shockwaves through the continent’s cultivators. The subsequent destruction of Impermanence Island and the outbreak of the Slaughter Spirit Battlefield reached a peak.

It was still this young man in simple clothes, Yun Xiao, who began at Gushan City, marching forward, conquering lands, storming the Strange Spirit headquarters on Impermanence Island, and ultimately dismantling You River’s first conspiracy.

But at that time, the escape of You River was always a thorn in the hearts of human cultivators, not knowing when that guy might make a comeback and wreak havoc on Tenglong Continent once again.

Fortunately, it was the genius demon named Yun Xiao who stood out, slaying the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River at Chongxiao River, completely resolving the greatest threat to the human race.

Moreover, given Yun Xiao’s current strength, which has already surpassed the top of the Heavenly List, Lu Yanji, how could these low rank cultivators not feel reverence and admiration?

Holding the You River Spirit Crystal, Yun Xiao stood on the Stepping Heavenly Stone, his face pale and breath weak, yet he was worshipped like the Gods of Nine Heavens, drawing continuous admiration from Xu Hongzhuang’s eyes.

Young talents like Ye Ku and Nie Xiaosheng were even more fervent, questioning who would not want such universal attention, who would not want to become a god in everyone’s heart?

It’s just a pity that these already considered top geniuses of Tenglong Continent know that trying to reach that guy’s height might be impossible in this lifetime; it’s simply unachievable by humans.

”Brother Yun Xiao!”

Just when Yun Xiao was so weak that he couldn’t even lift his hand, a familiar voice came from his side. Turning to look, he saw it was Hu Ying’er from Hu Family, who had silently approached.

”Heh, Ying’er, I heard your Yongle Island is thriving. Interested in moving inland to become one of the top four forces?”

Looking at the girl who left a good impression, Yun Xiao showed a faint smile on his pale face, and upon hearing his last words, many people’s expressions changed slightly.

Since the battle at Impermanence Island, Hu Ying’er stayed on and later renamed it Yongle, gathering a large following, now well-known across Tenglong Continent.

After all, Hu Ying’er’s strength is there, much more formidable than some power holders of first-class forces, and Vice Island Master Luo Qianshan is also a strong figure. Yongle Island indeed thrives.

However, previously Yongle Island, although powerful, was still far inferior to the four top forces. Now it sounds like Yun Xiao wants Yongle Island to replace Wuyan Palace or Spirit Fighting Commerce?

Upon hearing Yun Xiao’s words, while Hu Ying’er, the Island Master of Yongle Island, said nothing, Vice Island Master Luo Qianshan was secretly delighted, thinking he had indeed chosen the right person to follow. If Yongle Island truly became one of the four forces, his identity as Vice Island Master would completely change.

”Brother Yun Xiao, you should know the initial intention of my formation of Yongle Island was simply to help you a little. Now it seems, it was all in vain!”

Hu Ying’er pondered for a moment and shook her head slightly. In fact, with her gentle nature, she has no desire to control a major force. Yongle Island’s affairs have always been managed by Luo Qianshan, and she is merely a hands-off shopkeeper.

In Hu Ying’er’s mind, the best would be to peacefully remain a little girl, just like back in the Southern Domain of Tenglong Continent, joyfully following Yun Xiao around.

”How can such a huge sect force be in vain!”

Yun Xiao gently patted Hu Ying’er’s shoulder, then turned his gaze to her side, smiling: ”This must be Yongle Island’s Vice Island Master Luo. Thank you for assisting Ying’er in managing Yongle Island over the years!”

”Ah! Lord Yun Xiao actually knows me?”

Suddenly seeing Yun Xiao greeting him, Luo Qianshan shivered, immensely honored to the point of being incoherent. He never dreamed that this extraordinary figure would know his name.

Today Luo Qianshan personally witnessed Yun Xiao’s upheaval, even the Holy Grade Heavenly Spirit You River perished at his hands, and forces like Sky Thunder Valley, which offended Yun Xiao, dared not even breathe, fearing being targeted.

Luo Qianshan knew Yongle Island’s patron was Yun Xiao, but never imagined he’d have a chance to converse with Yun Xiao. At this moment, he was so excited he trembled.

”Ying’er isn’t good at management, perhaps need to trouble Vice Island Master Luo even more in the future!”

Yun Xiao understood this Yongle Island Vice Island Master’s feelings and thus softly said another sentence, then turned his gaze to a few figures also arrived atop the Stepping Heavenly Stone.

”Not troublesome! Not troublesome! It’s my duty! It’s my duty!”

Luo Qianshan remained incoherent, filled with vigor upon hearing Yun Xiao’s words, determined not to fail Lord Yun Xiao’s entrustment no matter how difficult the future.

”Are you all alright?”

Yun Xiao no longer paid attention to Luo Qianshan, but looked at Liu Hanyi, Mo Qing, and others, immediately smiling. In fact, he had sensed their stable breath.

”You have the mind to care about us, better look after yourself first!”

Although Liu Hanyi had strange feelings for Yun Xiao, she pouted at the moment, saying something others agreed with, as his complexion looked far worse than theirs.