In fact, everyone knew that the World Heaven and Earth manifested by these Emperor's Traces had also reached a critical point, causing them all to suck in a cold breath of air.
This was the true clash of the Strongest Young Supremes. Every move from either side could easily suppress and kill other Great Powers.
Who could contend with them? Who could match them?
They were both invincible, supreme existences.
Boom—
In the end, the World Heaven and Earth manifested by the Emperor's Traces could no longer withstand the pressure. It transformed into a stream of clear qi, with countless Dao Mark runes dancing in the air before completely dissipating.
Everyone's expressions changed immediately. If even this World Heaven and Earth manifested by the Emperor's Traces couldn't hold, the power unleashed once their clash spilled over to the outside world would be absolutely devastating, capable of annihilating over half of those present.
However, their worries were unnecessary, for the moment the World Heaven and Earth collapsed, the two sides had already passed by each other—the battle was over!
In fact, from the start to the end of their exchange, only two moves had passed. Everything concluded just like that, leaving people feeling incredulous.
Yet, only those with true insight understood the significance. Both sides had displayed a collision of their real combat power. Though merely two moves, they far surpassed a hundred ordinary exchanges.
Of course, whether it was the Battle Saint King or the Yuanchu Imperial Son, their offensive power was enough to shock the world. However, this could not yet be considered a true life-and-death duel; both had held back.
The true battle to the death had not yet begun.
If such a battle were to occur, it would undoubtedly be the most terrifying, peerless great battle among the younger generation, illuminating past and present, something no one could ignore.
At this moment, even the Primordial Beginning Emperor Clan completely changed color, looking at this Battle Saint King with unprecedented gravity. To be able to fight their Imperial Son Ancestor to this extent without falling at a disadvantage—what a terrifying person he must be.
The title of the Strongest Young Supreme was indeed no empty boast.
"Battle Saint King, as the rumors say, you are indeed powerful, qualified to be my opponent," the Yuanchu Imperial Son spoke, his eyes shining brilliantly as he regarded a peer genius with such solemnity for the first time.
If an ordinary person said such words, they would inevitably be seen as arrogant and presumptuous. But coming from the mouth of the Yuanchu Imperial Son, it was not the least bit out of place.
For he truly possessed such qualification—unmatched among his peers, with none to contend against him. And now, a Battle Saint King had appeared.
Ye Chen's eyes also blazed with intense fighting spirit as he said softly, "After so many years, it has once again made the battle blood within my body boil."
The two Strongest Young Supremes, the Imperial Son Heaven's Pride, had not fought to their heart's content. Both hoped to continue their peak battle.
The Yuanchu Imperial Son smiled, his long hair flying, his entire person taking on a special aura, like a Child of God. Yet, his essence, energy, and spirit were continuously rising, the aura of the Great Dao rumbling loudly around him, its pressure dominating the sky, capable of annihilating everything.
He was adjusting his own state, elevating it to its peak condition for a peerless battle.
However, on the other side, Ye Chen instantly withdrew all his imposing aura, causing everyone to be stunned.
Was the Battle Saint King afraid to face a direct battle? Was he scared?
The Yuanchu Imperial Son's eyes also erupted with terrifying light: "Battle Saint King, do you not wish to fight?"
"Although I, too, very much wish to continue experiencing the might of the Time Secret Art," Ye Chen also smiled, but then said, "I feel you need to rest. Just now, whether from clashing with me or with the other Young Supremes, you expended a great deal of your essence, energy, and spirit. Especially after unleashing the Time Sword and the Time Wheel, your expenditure was even greater. It would be difficult for you to unleash them a second time in a short period. I should be correct, no?"
Hearing this, the Yuanchu Imperial Son's pupils instantly contracted to pinpoints.
Others were even more shocked upon seeing this. So the Time Sword had such a weakness.
All members of the Primordial Beginning Emperor Clan changed color, never expecting this Battle Saint King to have seen through it.
The Yuanchu Imperial Son nodded, his expression showing a trace of gravity for the first time: "I never expected you to have noticed. You surprise me."
"Since that's the case, then I propose we can halt and end today's battle. You can return to recuperate and recover. I can wait. I also have no wish to take advantage of another's weakness," Ye Chen said with a light laugh.
Many frowned, feeling Ye Chen should not act this way. Taking action while the Yuanchu Imperial Son was weakened was the proper course.
However, the Ancient Path Talents understood. Although the Battle Saint King appeared indifferent, he possessed his own invincible Dao Heart. In a direct confrontation, he was unwilling to take advantage of another's weakness, as victory under such circumstances would be dishonorable.
Naturally, it was also because the Battle Saint King possessed an invincible heart, always believing in his own invincibility. No matter how powerful the opponent, he firmly believed he would not be defeated.
"Good!"
The Yuanchu Imperial Son agreed, for he also knew that this Battle Saint King was indeed powerful, the strongest peer enemy he had ever encountered in his life.
Naturally, it was also because he had not yet met other Emperor Sons and Daughters.
But based on the previous two-move collision, it could be inferred that this person's strength was not inferior to that of supreme descendants like Emperor Sons and Daughters.
Engaging in battle not at his peak, he also felt he had no certainty of victory.
The battle of the Strongest Young Supremes thus came to an end, something probably no one had anticipated.
However, both the Yuanchu Imperial Son and the Battle Saint King had displayed peak combat power surpassing that of ordinary Young Supremes, astonishing everyone and making them look forward to the day these two meet again for their peak battle—how intense, how spectacular it would be.
Overall, the Battle Saint King had displayed invincible cultivation, earning the recognition of even the Yuanchu Imperial Son. Moreover, the many young Heaven's Prides of the Ultimate Ancient Path were cheering, for they finally did not have to leave the Birth Emperor Star.
"Battle Saint King, if you have time in the future, you may come to my Primordial Beginning Emperor Clan for a visit."
Before leaving, the Yuanchu Imperial Son extended a warm invitation, shocking many and leaving them surprised.
The two were still opponents, yet the Yuanchu Imperial Son issued such an invitation. Was he trying to lure the Battle Saint King into the dragon's den and tiger's lair of the Primordial Beginning Emperor Clan, to nip him in the bud of his growth?
But Ye Chen understood it was likely just the Yuanchu Imperial Son's mutual admiration for a peer enemy. Unmatched among his generation, sweeping through the world with no rivals, he had finally encountered someone qualified to be his opponent, hence this invitation.
He gave a faint smile and cupped his fists: "If the opportunity arises."
Not long after, the group from the Primordial Beginning Emperor Clan, led by the Imperial Son Wanyan Bupo, departed, returning to their imperial clan.
And on the scene, the Battle Saint King became the focus of all attention.
His previous invincibility, his ability to fight the Yuanchu Imperial Son head-on without conceding an inch, and his magnanimous bearing had completely won over everyone.
Especially these Ancient Path Talents, who all looked upon the Battle Saint King with reverence, as lofty and unattainable as a towering mountain.
Such a Battle Saint King was practically an idol in everyone's hearts.
Among them, even Young Supremes like Sheng Tian and Hu Xue were won over, admitting their inferiority.
"Martial Uncle!"
"Your Highness!"
The Sun King, Cloud Heaven Divine Maiden, and Chu Shuangyu looked toward Ye Chen.
Ye Chen nodded to them, then suddenly smiled and said, "Before we talk, let me first deal with a rat from an alien race."