The Emperor's Hall was exceptionally grand and vast, as if it could contain the entire starry sky. It was incredibly spacious, with numerous thrones arrayed upon it, each flowing with immense majesty. These were the thrones of the supreme powerhouses from the ancient imperial dynasty.
However, at the very center of the Emperor's Hall stood a stone seat. Compared to the other thrones, it appeared more ordinary, yet it possessed a sense of the Great Dao returning to simplicity. Permeated with ancient Chaos aura, it was positioned at the very center and highest point among all the heavenly thrones. Emperor's Dao majesty radiated from it. Without a doubt, this was the Emperor's Throne.
In ancient times, the Great Emperor would sit upon this Emperor's Throne, overlooking all living beings, ruling over the world. All races across the myriad heavens would come to pay homage to his supreme majesty.
At the same time, as everyone entered the Emperor's Hall, two individuals had already arrived earlier. One was Will. His white robe was already tattered, revealing his true form—a robust and tall physique with a bronze complexion, a sunny countenance, and distinctive short hair. Coupled with the roguish smile often playing on his lips, he looked every bit the scoundrel, the ruffian.
However, at this moment, blood stained the corner of his mouth, clearly indicating he had been injured.
Opposite him stood a supremely divine and sacred figure—the Changsheng Imperial Son. He stood facing Will, yet his aura seemed a notch more imposing. It was he who had injured Will.
But the gazes of everyone present fell upon Will's hand. There, he held a crimson-gold Emperor's Crown, unmistakably forged from Eternal Sun Crimson Gold—an extraordinary Emperor's Crown, unparalleled in the world. It seemed like immortal flames were steaming and burning the sky, drawing all eyes.
Emperor's majesty also permeated from the Emperor's Crown.
"The Emperor's Crown!?"
"Could it be that the Emperor's Hall was guided out by the Emperor's Crown?"
"Perhaps mastering the Emperor's Crown grants the qualification to receive the Imperial Dao Inheritance!"
In an instant, almost everyone reacted, understanding much. They realized that mastering the Emperor's Crown might lead to obtaining the Imperial Dao Inheritance.
For a moment, many looked greedily at Will, killing intent erupting. Even among the five Nine Tribulation Divine Kings, some were the same, charging forward, ready to strike.
Boom! Boom! Boom!—
In that instant, countless figures shot into the sky, rushing toward Will.
Seeing this scene, Ye Chen shouted loudly, "Will, charge to the Emperor's Throne!"
Will understood immediately, dashing toward the Emperor's Throne without hesitation.
However, the Changsheng Imperial Son would not let Will have his way. He also charged forward. Being closest to Will, he had the best chance of seizing the Imperial Dao Inheritance.
Will's expression changed. He hurriedly invoked the Divine Language law: "The Divine says, step back!"
The intangible Divine Language law was almost equivalent to words becoming law, omnipotent.
However, the Changsheng Imperial Son, deeply aware of the fearsome nature of the Divine Language law, had long been prepared. Brilliant radiance surged from his body, clashing with it, and bizarrely neutralized the power of the Divine Language law. Simultaneously, he closed in on Will's side. As he struck out, he spoke indifferently, "You'd better hand over the Emperor's Crown to me."
Boom!—
Ye Chen erupted with full power, displaying astonishing immortal speed. In an instant, he broke through the norms of reality, arriving right before them. A Chaos Saint Fist, carrying the Heaven-Shattering Style from the Three Chaos Styles, blasted forth.
It was like the destructive force of a great world collapsing, directly smashing toward the Changsheng Imperial Son.
The Changsheng Imperial Son, a brilliant and dazzling figure at the Imperial Son level, also had his expression change slightly. Then, with a serious demeanor, he said, "Allow me to also experience Brother Ye's strength as a Chaos young generation's supreme."
Boom!—
The two separated. Ye Chen gained the upper hand. The Changsheng Imperial Son spilled blood and retreated, clearly somewhat outmatched by Ye Chen.
However, Ye Chen's expression turned grave. He had unleashed the Heaven-Shattering Style and had mainly caught the Changsheng Imperial Son off guard. Yet, the Changsheng Imperial Son could retreat unscathed without suffering heavy injuries. This was proof enough.
This was an extremely fearsome individual, posing a greater threat to Ye Chen than other Imperial Sons, Imperial Daughters, or Immortal Dao descendants. He was someone Ye Chen needed to be wary of.
Will directly handed the Emperor's Crown to Ye Chen, saying, "Yue, the Emperor's Crown was obtained by you. You go and accept the inheritance."
Ye Chen was slightly taken aback. He hadn't expected Will to hand over the Imperial Dao Inheritance to him so unhesitatingly.
Others felt the same. That was the Imperial Dao Inheritance! Once mastered, while it wouldn't directly make one an Emperor or Sovereign, possessing the legacy left by an Emperor would reduce many wrong turns on the path, making the journey to becoming an Emperor much smoother.
Moreover, the inheritance left by an ancient Great Emperor often came with Emperor Treasures, equally priceless immortal opportunities.
If one wished to establish their own power, relying on the Imperial Dao Inheritance, it was entirely possible to create an immortal heritage second only to an imperial clan.
Of course, the reason imperial clans were powerful was twofold: possessing a complete Imperial Dao Inheritance and the bloodline power of an Emperor. Combined, they were peerless.
Even so, this was a priceless immortal opportunity. How could one simply give it up?
Everyone was dumbfounded, unable to believe what was happening.
After a moment of stunned silence, Ye Chen patted Will's shoulder. This was a true brother, one who could refuse even the temptation of the Imperial Dao Inheritance.
He smiled and said, "I already carry the inheritance of the Battle Saint lineage. That is the most powerful inheritance."
"Good!"
Will also knew that saying sentimental words now would be inappropriate. Many were watching covetously, including the five Nine Tribulation Divine Kings.
"Hand over the Emperor's Crown, or there's only death!"
"Do you think you can resist all of us?"
"Even the strongest young generation's supreme cannot withstand all of us. You need to understand that."
Countless voices spoke out—Nine Tribulation Divine Kings, Imperial Sons and Daughters, Immortal Dao descendants, imperial clans, other royal clans, or super-powerful experts—all pressing forward.
"Go, don't worry," Ye Chen said to Will.
"But—" Will was still somewhat worried. With so many people, how could Ye Chen resist them alone?
Ye Chen smiled. "Trust me."
These three short words contained boundless confidence.
If it truly came to that, he could simply reveal his ultimate trump card ahead of time—the Great Emperor reincarnation!
At that point, he would kill gods if they blocked him, slay buddhas if they stood in his way. Even if an ancient Monarch came, he would have no fear.
Will grinned, showing his teeth. "I believe you!"
He ignored the threats of others and directly charged toward the Emperor's Throne.
"Don't let him reach the Emperor's Throne! Otherwise, the Imperial Dao Inheritance might fall into his hands!"
Below, countless powerhouses attacked, including some among the Nine Tribulation Divine Kings.
Ye Chen's expression darkened. He prepared to summon the Great Emperor reincarnation. But at that moment, boundless radiance erupted from the Emperor's Throne, rolling down like a tidal wave. All attacks, before they could even get close, were completely isolated and dissipated in an instant.
Everyone's expressions changed!
Simultaneously, Will also felt an extremely fearsome Emperor's majesty rushing toward him, as if billions of Chaos mountain ranges were pressing down, threatening to tear him apart completely.
"Put on the Emperor's Crown," Ye Chen transmitted.
Will no longer hesitated. He directly placed the Crimson Gold Emperor's Crown upon his head.
Boom!—
In that instant, the Crimson Gold Emperor's Crown erupted with dazzling light, enveloping Will. It shared the same origin as the pressure from the Emperor's Throne, no longer oppressing Will but resonating with the Emperor's Crown instead.
As if blending seamlessly, once the Emperor's Crown was donned, Will seemed to gain an additional layer of majesty. His scoundrel, ruffian aura was swept away completely, replaced by a supremely divine and sacred, inviolable presence. He seemed like the noblest Emperor between heaven and earth. A glorious great path manifested beneath his feet, leading directly to the Emperor's Throne.
Finally, Will shot into the air, then slowly settled upon the Emperor's Throne.
Boom!—
The moment Will sat upon the Emperor's Throne, suddenly, boundless light could be seen engulfing him. Emperor's laws permeated the air, and supreme, peerless Emperor's Dao majesty descended.
In a daze, Will was no more. He seemed to have transformed into the supreme, peerless ancient Great Emperor of the world, descending to the mortal realm. Seated upon the supreme Emperor's Throne, he overlooked the billions of living beings under heaven, surveying all the heavens. Wherever his gaze fell, all living beings would bow in submission.