Thud—
Commander Ye Nan, the Third Commander, fell from the city wall, spitting out a mouthful of blood, his face filled with disbelief and shock.
He hadn't even seen how Ye Chen had made his move. It was simply too fast, so fast that no one else could clearly perceive it either.
He was, after all, an overlord at the fifth level of the Saint Vault realm, a truly powerful figure. Even in the center of the Myriad Domains, he had the qualification to dominate a region. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been qualified to serve as a commander of the Ye Family, responsible for meticulously inspecting all guests entering the Ye Family estate.
Yet now, he had been so easily defeated by a young man, appearing utterly weak, not even knowing how the other party had struck. If word got out, it would simply make people's jaws drop.
Just who was this young man?
Not only him, but even the other distinguished guests who had arrived together were somewhat stunned.
Among them were important figures from Immortal Sacred Lands, especially those from supreme sacred lands and even imperial clans. They were truly fearsome ancient recluses, having lived long enough and possessing profound, unfathomable cultivation. Seeing the move Ye Chen had just displayed, shock flickered in their eyes.
Such a method was not something an ordinary person could execute. This young man was definitely a master of unfathomable depth.
Moreover, when they looked at this young man, his handsome face always gave people a sense of déjà vu. The same was true for the several women beside him who wore veils covering their faces. They also glanced at the two particularly unusual little beasts, revealing looks of confusion.
Where had they seen these people before?
Li Heng and the other prodigies from the Ancient One Sacred Land were also so shocked they were dumbstruck, their mouths agape, unable to regain their senses for a long time.
Was this kid really that powerful? They found it hard to believe this fact.
However, recalling the trace of Heavenly King aura the other party had released on the streets of Feng City, they hurriedly spoke up: "Third Commander, please don't underestimate him. This kid might possess a secret artifact related to a Heavenly King, capable of releasing a portion of Heavenly King aura."
Hearing this, Ye Nan nodded. He also believed the other party couldn't possibly be that powerful; otherwise, it would be too monstrous, enough to rival those peerless monstrous talents within their clan. He immediately said in a deep voice, "So what if he possesses a special secret artifact? This is, after all, my Ye Family. We cannot allow outsiders to act recklessly. Men, all of you, take action. Form the formation and capture him!"
Ye Nan wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and issued the order for his subordinates to act.
The over a hundred elite soldiers beside him all stepped forward. At the very least, they were at the Super Divine Transformation level, and naturally, there were also true Saints among them, very powerful.
They quickly shifted positions, and beams of divine light shot up from their bodies, intertwining and constructing a special formation in the void.
Seeing this scene, Ye Chen's expression also gradually darkened. "You really don't know when to stop. Do you really think I'm afraid of your Ye Family and won't dare to act?"
Seeing the many Ye Family experts about to attack Ye Chen, the peerlessly beautiful faces of the Goddess, Chen'er, Yi Wu, and the other four women beside him couldn't help but darken.
If Ye Chen truly intended to wage war against the Ye Family, they would definitely not stand idly by. Moreover, they had no fear, having never been afraid.
They had dared to be forceful even against the Tai Sheng Imperial Clan; facing the Ye Family was the same. What was there to fear?
"Kid, no matter who you are today, if you dare to offend the majesty of my Ye Family, you must stay behind. Attack!"
Third Commander Ye Nan suddenly gave the order. The Ye Family experts beside him immediately charged forward, bringing their powerful battle formation to engage Ye Chen in combat.
Ye Chen's expression was icy cold, and he was also about to make his move. But at that moment, a loud shout rang out from within the Ye Family, shaking heaven and earth: "All of you, stop!"
Its sound shook the six directions and eight wildernesses, causing many people's ears to ring painfully. The young geniuses even covered their ears.
A powerful aura soared into the sky from within the Ye Family and then landed at the main gate. It was a Samsara-level supreme elder, commanding reverence. Seeing the scene, he spoke with a dark expression, "Ye Nan, speak. What exactly happened?"
Seeing the newcomer, Ye Nan naturally didn't dare to be negligent and hurriedly reported, "Elder Yun, you've come just in time. This youth is a barbaric ruffian. He has no invitation but wants to barge into our Ye Family and even intends to act and offend the majesty of our Ye Family."
"That's right, Elder. This junior is Li Heng of the Ancient One Sacred Land. Fellow Daoist Liang Feng of the Xia Shen Sect and Fellow Daoist Zhao Yixue of Yun Cang Valley can also vouch with their heads that this youth is maliciously barging into the Ye Family without an invitation." Li Heng spoke up, and the other Sacred Land disciples nodded, looking at Ye Chen and the others with sinister smiles.
However, the other distinguished guests couldn't help but frown and shake their heads. These Heaven's Pride prodigies might have good talent, but their character was very poor, disappointing people.
"Young friend, is this truly the case? You must know that my Ye Family is, after all, an imperial clan. It's not a place just anyone can barge into."
Hearing this, Elder Yun's expression also darkened, and a powerful aura began to flow from his body, enough to make even Saint Lords feel reverence and submission.
However, Ye Chen only gave a cold laugh and did not speak. Instead, he flicked his finger, shooting forth a stream of light towards Elder Yun.
"Elder Yun, beware of hidden weapons!" Ye Nan called out, but Elder Yun sensed no danger and casually caught it.
As the light faded, it transformed into an ancient jade. However, when Elder Yun truly saw clearly what was in his palm, his expression immediately changed. He looked at Ye Chen in shock, his voice even trembling uncontrollably: "Young friend, may I ask, where did you obtain this item?"
Seeing this scene, everyone else was astonished.
"Ye Gucheng gave it to me," Ye Chen said indifferently.
Ye Gucheng? For some reason, Ye Nan felt an uneasy premonition in his heart, as if something bad was about to happen.
Others who heard the name Ye Gucheng were greatly shocked.
"So that's how it is." Elder Yun took a deep breath. Not only did his attitude become peaceful, but there was also a hint of respect hidden within it. "Young friend, this old man apologizes for the previous offense. I offer a special apology and hope you will not take it to heart."
Everyone was stunned. Elder Yun's sudden change in attitude left them bewildered. What exactly had happened? Or what was it that Ye Chen had just given Elder Yun that caused his attitude not only to change but even to carry a hint of respect? This was simply unprecedented.
Ye Chen nodded indifferently. Elder Yun handed that item back to Ye Chen. And at this moment, everyone discovered it was a special ancient jade, sword-shaped, flowing with a special Dao Rhyme, carrying vast sword energy. In its center was an ancient character from the Mythical Era—
Ye!
When they saw this ancient jade, all members of the Ye Family instantly widened their eyes, shock appearing on their faces, as if saying: How is this possible?