Boom—
All attacks had come to an end.
Within the hazy light, Ye Chen stood unscathed, remaining steadfast in his position. His black hair flowed loosely, making him appear like an immortal deity.
In contrast, Dan Xian's complexion was pale, and the other Heaven's Pride Prodigies of the Dan Emperor Clan behind him were all coughing up blood, severely impacted by the residual shockwaves of the collision.
Ye Chen's gaze was icy cold as he looked down upon the Heaven's Pride Prodigies of the Dan Emperor Clan from his elevated position.
This contemptuous attitude infuriated Dan Xian and the others, yet it also filled their hearts with dread. They knew they had offended someone they shouldn't have.
This opponent was strong, definitely no ordinary individual.
Dan Xian looked at Ye Chen with a hint of fear and asked, "What do you intend to do?"
Ye Chen remained silent, merely striding forward until he stood before them.
"You cannot kill us. We are all Heaven's Pride Prodigies of the Dan Emperor Clan. If you dare to attack, our Dan Emperor Clan will not let you go!" Even at this moment, one of the Dan Emperor Clan's Heaven's Pride Prodigies couldn't resist issuing a threat, attempting to intimidate Ye Chen into retreating.
"Idiot!"
Dan Xian couldn't help but curse. Was this guy insane? The opponent had already reached this point, having done what needed to be done. Why would he still fear the Dan Emperor Clan?
"Heh, the Dan Emperor Clan. We're so scared!"
The Corpse Devouring Insect Emperor sneered coldly, then shot forward like lightning, delivering a powerful kick.
Boom—
A whole group of Dan Emperor Clan Heaven's Pride Prodigies was sent flying, scattering across the ground.
He was not as composed as Ye Chen. He believed in repaying grievances, and doing so immediately.
What Dan Emperor Clan?
He had already offended countless alien Emperor Clans and didn't even fear Ancient Monarchs. Why would he fear a Dan Emperor Clan?
How laughable.
Thud, thud, thud—
All the Dan Emperor Clan Heaven's Pride Prodigies were kicked away, vomiting blood, their faces deathly pale. Even several of the Heaven's Pride maidens among them were not spared, sustaining injuries nonetheless.
All the Dan Emperor Clan Heaven's Pride Prodigies stared at Ye Chen and his companions in terror. This group was like demons, completely disregarding their status and attacking without hesitation. It was utterly terrifying.
"What next? Should we cripple them?" the Corpse Devouring Insect Emperor asked, licking his lips with a sinister expression that sent shivers of fear through the Dan Emperor Clan prodigies lying on the ground.
Ye Chen spoke indifferently, "Let's go."
For these people, out of respect for the grace of the Alchemy Emperor's legacy, there was no need to completely exterminate his descendants. This was also the true reason he had shown restraint all along.
"Alright."
Since Ye Chen had spoken, the Corpse Devouring Insect Emperor couldn't refuse.
Boom—
However, before they could leave, a powerful imposing might descended upon the third-floor medicinal hall. An imposing elder arrived, followed by numerous powerful figures—all experts of the Wanbao Pavilion, far stronger than the previous guards.
The leading elder was extremely dignified, his aura even surpassing that of Elder Bo Yan. He quickly stepped forward, took in the scene before him, and roared, "Who dares to attack within my Wanbao Pavilion!"
His roar contained a powerful Dao might. This was a peak Great Power at the ninth heaven level, extremely formidable.
"Great Elder Gu Tian, they were the ones who attacked," Elder Bo Yan pointed at Ye Chen and his group, not giving them a chance to explain. "They seized the many medicinal herbs the Dan Emperor Clan intended to purchase, disregarded the rules of our Wanbao Pavilion, engaged in a fierce battle, injured many young friends of the Dan Emperor Clan, as well as myself and other Wanbao Pavilion personnel. Their crimes are heinous. Great Elder Gu Tian, these people must not be allowed to leave, or it will damage the reputation of our Wanbao Pavilion."
Great Elder Gu Tian looked at Ye Chen and his companions, his eyes narrowing slightly. There was no trace of cloudiness in his gaze; instead, they emitted strands of terrifying sharp light as he coldly regarded Ye Chen's group. An invisible, formidable imposing might spread out, sweeping in all directions.
"Young Friend, you should not have done this."
Great Elder Gu Tian was the Great Elder of the Wanbao Pavilion, holding a high and weighty position.
Elder Ruo Ya hurriedly spoke up, "Great Elder, the situation is not as Elder Bo Yan described."
"Oh?" Great Elder Gu Tian looked at Ruo Ya, as if sensing something amiss.
Elder Bo Yan coldly interrupted, "Elder Ruo Ya, even at this point, you still side with outsiders? Do you think the young friends of the Dan Emperor Clan would falsely accuse these people for no reason?"
Then, he turned to Great Elder Gu Tian and said, "Great Elder, there is no mistake in this matter. It is entirely because of these juniors. I implore the Great Elder to take action and teach these people a lesson, so as not to tarnish the reputation of our Wanbao Pavilion or allow the Dan Emperor Clan to be slandered."
Great Elder Gu Tian glanced at Elder Bo Yan. Over the years, he naturally understood what kind of person he was—greedy for petty gains. However, this matter concerned the Wanbao Pavilion's reputation and a prestigious imperial clan. It was unlikely Elder Bo Yan would dare to falsely accuse others recklessly.
More importantly, the Wanbao Pavilion was unwilling to easily offend an imperial clan like the Dan Emperor Clan.
He was about to speak to Ye Chen and his group when, at that moment, an elderly man who appeared quite ordinary behind Ye Chen suddenly spoke, "I thought the Wanbao Pavilion had improved over the years, but it seems it has only grown more corrupt. To curry favor with an imperial clan, you are willing to tarnish the reputation built over countless years. You disappoint me."
Upon hearing this, everyone looked over. Great Elder Gu Tian frowned.
For some reason, when he looked at this elderly man who seemed on the verge of death, with white hair and a weathered appearance, he felt an unusual sensation.
This feeling was as if he had seen him before.
Moreover, the other party appeared very ordinary. There were only two possibilities for someone to give him this feeling: either their cultivation was too weak, or they were powerful enough to surpass the Great Power level—a Divine King.
The more he looked at this elder, the more he sensed something unusual.
Before Great Elder Gu Tian could speak, Elder Bo Yan behind him shouted, "Old man, who are you? How dare you speak recklessly about our Wanbao Pavilion?"
The elder chuckled softly, yet with a hint of pride. "Whether the Wanbao Pavilion can be spoken of recklessly—this old man has more right to say than you."
"Seeking death!" Elder Bo Yan roared, stepping forward to attack and teach this old man a lesson.
"Wait—" However, Great Elder Gu Tian's expression changed as he looked at the withered, ancient elder behind Ye Chen, whose face was so aged it seemed one foot was already in the coffin.
Yet, for some reason, the more he looked at that extremely aged face, the more he felt a strange sense of familiarity lingering in his heart, refusing to dissipate.
Moreover, as time passed, the more he looked, the more familiar it felt, as if he were seeing someone he had parted with many years ago.
This feeling compelled Great Elder Gu Tian to ask, "Old sir, you are—"
"That kid Xia Tenglong—is he still alive?" The old Divine King stroked his sparse white beard and suddenly uttered these words.
The moment these words fell, the entire Wanbao Pavilion fell into dead silence.
Great Elder Gu Tian, Elder Bo Yan, Elder Ruo Ya, and all the other Wanbao Pavilion personnel were utterly shocked.
Xia Tenglong—the Pavilion Master of the Wanbao Pavilion.