Everyone's expressions changed, especially the Heavenly Gods from the several super forces. They had forgotten that Ye Chen still held such an alliance leader's token—this was the supreme divine token that only a Supreme Divine Spirit could possess.
Although it was unknown how Ye Chen had obtained this alliance leader's token, it was undeniable that holding this token was equivalent to the presence of that Slaying the Heavens Alliance leader himself. No one could be disrespectful, otherwise it would be tantamount to offending that Divine Spirit.
Even the Heavenly Gods from the several super forces immediately turned grim-faced. They had clearly just witnessed Ye Chen take out the Slaying the Heavens Alliance leader's token and communicate with a Supreme Divine Spirit, whose indirect projection had taken action. They knew Ye Chen couldn't be using a fake token to scare people. But what virtue or ability did Ye Chen possess to actually hold such an incredibly important identity token?
They all froze instantly, not daring to act rashly, even though they clearly knew Ye Chen possessed the Great Dao Blood.
In the distance, the four Ancient Talents—Yang Wushuang, Li Taixu, Wu Yunyan, and Long Gu'ao—all looked suspicious and shocked, clearly both astonished and gloomy about the Slaying the Heavens Alliance leader's token in Ye Chen's possession. Even talents of their caliber had never possessed such a thing.
Ye Chen sneered, riding the demonic flood dragon with his friend as they calmly descended upon the final fortress. Yet, the Heavenly Gods from the several super forces dared not make a move, intimidated by the majesty of the Slaying the Heavens Alliance leader's token.
No one dared to profane the majesty of a Supreme Divine Spirit, not even the Ancient Talents.
Everyone grew even more awed and fearful of Ye Chen. This supreme powerhouse of the younger generation had long been rumored to have a Divine Spirit backing him. Now, it seemed this must be true, without a shred of falsehood, making him appear increasingly unfathomable and unprovokable.
Moreover, with his invincible posture, he had defeated the four Ancient Talents, faintly exhibiting the bearing of a leader who could claim supremacy as the number one among the younger generation. This filled all trial-takers with reverence, causing them to submit.
Only the several Ancient Talents snorted coldly one after another, unaffected, but they said nothing.
They had indeed been defeated in that battle, leaving them with nothing to say.
However, the Ancient Talents were not disheartened in the least, because they all knew Ye Chen had used a secret boosting technique to suppress them. Their loss was not unjust, and they hadn't lost disgracefully. Being able to retreat unscathed was sufficient to prove their formidable strength.
More importantly, it wasn't a true life-and-death battle. They hadn't employed their ultimate combat power, ultimately holding back. Otherwise, even if Ye Chen could overwhelm them, it would be debatable.
But such battle achievements and power should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Otherwise, even they would have to pay a bloody, heavy price, making the gain not worth the loss.
"We'll fight again on the King's Ancient Path!"
Finally, the several Ancient Talents each left after issuing such fierce words. Only Li Taixu of the Jiuhua Empire remained last, looking deeply at Ye Chen with a somewhat complicated gaze. Though enemies, he still cupped his fists and bowed respectfully, saying, "Ye Chen, thank you for your display today. It has opened a brand new door for me. When we meet again, I will not be defeated by you in the Dao of Space."
As his words fell, he took a step forward. A spatial channel opened before him, and then his entire person vanished, astonishing everyone.
Clearly, Li Taixu's mastery and application of the Dao of Space had now ascended by at least a full level, becoming even more profound and unfathomable.
However, Ye Chen's expression remained impassive. When his gaze swept over all the trial-takers, those eyes seemed almost tangible, like two great mountains pressing down, forcing them to lower their heads, not daring to look directly, submitting.
Unrivaled King!
Now, he truly possessed the invincible might befitting a Young King, claiming supremacy over the younger generation of the Tian Du Continent. Ancient Talents had to retreat, the younger generation had to submit, causing numerous older-generation powerhouses to sigh in amazement.
For a fleeting moment, they seemed to see a peerless Supreme One rising, one who could surpass Divine Spirits, overlooking the mortal world, making all under heaven look up in awe.
Yet, as Ye Chen's gaze swept around, he did not see that one person—Fairy Caiyun.
She had left. Even during the battle between the two realms, her figure had not been seen. Ye Chen suspected Fairy Caiyun had followed the alien race Divine Spirit away, her methods unknown. Perhaps their next meeting would already be within the myriad realms.
Ye Chen sat cross-legged on the demonic flood dragon atop the final fortress, silently regulating his breath. Opening his mouth, he inhaled, and the vast spiritual energy of heaven and earth gathered and surged toward him, swallowed and absorbed.
Although the massacre incident in the Divine Spirit's small world, where he had killed over three hundred trial-takers in one go, had offended nearly half the forces on the Tian Du Continent and provoked condemnation from over half the world's powers, at this moment, not a single person dared to move against Ye Chen. They even detoured far around him.
This precisely verified Ye Chen's thoughts: once the Slaying the Heavens Alliance leader's token appeared, unless a Divine Spirit acted, who would dare offend him? It was tantamount to profaning a Divine Spirit's majesty.
Not long after, a Heavenly God elder from the Tian Du Academy specially came from the Tian Du Continent, calling himself Supreme Elder Mo Gu. He invited Ye Chen into an important guest hall within the fortress, making many of the younger generation green with envy and jealousy.
Probably within the entire younger generation, only Ye Chen and a few Ancient Talents had the qualifications to be valued and invited as guests by these Heavenly Gods.
Seeing this, the Heavenly Gods from the several super forces understood Supreme Elder Mo Gu's intention. They each snorted coldly one after another, their expressions very grim.
Inside the hall, a lavish feast was laid out. The banquet table was filled with precious delicacies from the cultivation world, not comparable to ordinary mortal food and drink. Spiritual energy overflowed, fragrance assailing their faces. Each dish was priceless; one couldn't buy it with money in the outside world. Only truly important figures had the qualifications to taste it, specially prepared to entertain Ye Chen.
There was even millennium-aged mellow fine wine, rich in spiritual energy, something even a super Martial God might not get to taste.
Nothing brings one to the temple without a purpose. Ye Chen knew Supreme Elder Mo Gu's banquet invitation must have a reason, but he didn't stand on ceremony either. After tasting a sip of the mellow millennium wine, it immediately transformed into a surging torrent of heaven and earth spiritual energy flowing through his meridians, turning into a stream of pure and abundant divine power.
Truly good wine. Ye Chen gave Supreme Elder Mo Gu another look. This old fellow had gone to great lengths for him.
Supreme Elder Mo Gu chuckled, "Young friend Ye Chen, this wine isn't bad, right? It's brewed by our Tian Du Academy over a thousand years, using various spiritual fruits and Heaven and Earth Treasures. There isn't much left in existence. Even the Divine Spirit ancient ancestors of various races have specially come to ask for this wine to drink. I don't have much on me; you should savor it carefully."
"Very good, indeed worthy of being called a treasure," Ye Chen nodded, but his expression was very calm, without the expected intoxication.
In truth, his real evaluation was 'passable'. Because for him, while this millennium wine was decent, it couldn't be compared to what he had tasted in his previous life. Especially the Peach Blossom Wine, rumored to come from the supreme major power Heavenly Court within the myriad realms, which was truly top-tier fine wine, rich in boundless spiritual essence. Just one sip could elevate even a Heavenly God by a minor realm. One could imagine how concentrated the essence within was.
Hearing this, the smile on Supreme Elder Mo Gu's face grew even broader, urging Ye Chen to taste more of the delicious dishes.
After three rounds of drinks, seeing Ye Chen had eaten and drunk his fill, he finally spoke up, "Actually, the reason this old man invited young friend Ye Chen here this time is because I have a request."
Ye Chen had long suspected as much. He glanced at the other, smiling meaningfully, "Could it be Supreme Elder Mo Gu has his eye on this junior's Great Dao Blood?"
Supreme Elder Mo Gu was startled, not expecting Ye Chen to have guessed it already. He felt this youth's extraordinariness even more, but still shamelessly said, "Young friend Ye Chen is indeed brilliantly talented, figuring it out so quickly. However, this old man hopes to trade for young friend's Great Dao Blood. The Great Dao Blood is of great use to me. Whatever young friend needs, as long as this old man is capable, I will definitely obtain it for you."
But Ye Chen inwardly sneered. How many things in this world could compare to the preciousness of Great Dao Blood? This heaven and earth did not permit the birth of existences surpassing Divine Spirits, making Great Dao Blood even more precious—a divine treasure that would stir the hearts of even those supreme Divine Spirits.
However, Ye Chen didn't immediately refuse Supreme Elder Mo Gu either. Smiling amiably, he said, "Supreme Elder Mo Gu, I believe you also understand the true importance of Great Dao Blood—peerless in this world, priceless in this era. I'm afraid even the Academy Head, Great Sage Hong Tian, and those Divine Spirits would be moved. If I wished, I could absolutely sell it to them for a sky-high price."
Supreme Elder Mo Gu's expression changed on the spot. Hurriedly, he said, "Young friend Ye Chen, you jest. The Divine Spirit ancient ancestors are lofty and exalted. Although Great Dao Blood is precious and can move them, at their level of attainment, it's not necessarily something they must obtain. Their realms are already high enough; Great Dao Blood seems optional to them. But if given to this old man, it holds the hope of achieving the Divine Spirit realm. As long as young friend is willing to agree, this old man will be eternally grateful and do my utmost to satisfy you."
Ye Chen chuckled, "Since Supreme Elder Mo Gu is so sincere, this junior is naturally willing to make a transaction beneficial to both of us."
"Really? Then I must first thank young friend Ye Chen," Supreme Elder Mo Gu said, greatly delighted.
But Ye Chen shook his head, "Supreme Elder Mo Gu, you should first hear this junior's request. How about this: this junior has always been skilled with spear-type weapons and has a particular fondness for them. I've long hoped to obtain an ultimate divine spear. If Supreme Elder Mo Gu can trade with a Divine Spirit ancient weapon spear, this junior will definitely agree. The Great Dao Blood will be offered with both hands automatically. What does the elder think?"
Upon hearing this, Supreme Elder Mo Gu's face immediately changed drastically.
What kind of artifact was a Divine Spirit ancient weapon? It was a supreme ancient weapon that only a Supreme Divine Spirit could refine, with boundless power. Fully awakened, it was equivalent to a Divine Spirit taking action. It could become the mountain-guarding treasure of a super force, truly of immeasurable value.
Although he was a high-ranking Supreme Elder figure of the Tian Du Academy, Divine Spirit ancient weapons were too important. How could a minor Heavenly God like him have the qualifications to obtain one, let alone trade it with Ye Chen?
Therefore, Supreme Elder Mo Gu said, somewhat awkwardly, "Young friend Ye Chen, you jest. Divine Spirit ancient weapons are the clan-protecting treasures of super forces, only refined by Divine Spirit ancient ancestors. What virtue or ability does this old man have to obtain one? Please forgive me, young friend. How about this divine sword of mine? Although not a Divine Spirit ancient weapon, in young friend's hands, it would at least make you invincible within the Martial God realm."
In his hand appeared a divine sword shimmering with cold light, extremely sharp, even inscribed with strands of Dao marks, quite extraordinary.
But Ye Chen sneered inwardly. To think a mere Heavenly God Dao Weapon could trade for Great Dao Blood? That was simply wishful thinking. He shook his head, "In that case, I can only apologize. This junior only has expectations for Divine Spirit ancient weapons. As for other treasures, I'm not very interested. If there's nothing else, this junior will take his leave first."
With that, he stood up tall, about to leave the guest hall.
Supreme Elder Mo Gu's expression immediately changed. Hurriedly rising, he said, "Young friend, don't refuse like this. As long as you're willing to hand over the Great Dao Blood, this old man can promise that once I reach the Divine Spirit realm in the future, I will certainly not forget your great kindness. I can specially refine a Divine Spirit ancient weapon for you, even protect your family for a time. How about that?"
How could achieving the Divine Spirit realm be so easy? Ye Chen never believed in such vague, ethereal promises. He said indifferently, "My apologies, Supreme Elder Mo Gu. It's better to come find this junior after you've become a Divine Spirit. I never place hope in so-called promises. So, I'll bid farewell first."
He took a step, his entire person about to rush out of the hall. But at this moment, an intense Heavenly God pressure assailed their faces, covering the sky. The void was restrained—this was one of the Heavenly God's void-restriction techniques, preventing Ye Chen from leaving.
"Junior, after eating so much of this old man's things, do you think you can just leave like this?" Supreme Elder Mo Gu snorted coldly, completely tearing off the pretense.
Ye Chen turned to face Supreme Elder Mo Gu, taking out the Heavenly God Spear. It also emitted threads and wisps of Heavenly God might to resist. His face turned cold as he shouted, "Supreme Elder Mo Gu, what is the meaning of this? Do you intend to coerce this junior into handing over the Great Dao Blood?"
"Young friend Ye Chen, this old man's words remain: as long as you hand over the Great Dao Blood, everything can be discussed. Otherwise, don't blame this old man for acting ruthlessly."
Ye Chen suddenly said, "Supreme Elder Mo Gu, you just rushed here from the Tian Du Continent. You probably don't know yet."
"Know what?" A bad premonition suddenly arose in Supreme Elder Mo Gu's heart.
"I have conflicts with the four super forces, and the Great Dao barrier didn't stop me. Why do I sit atop this fortress while the Heavenly Gods from those super forces dare not move against me or seize the Great Dao Blood? Do you know the reason?" Ye Chen smiled meaningfully.
Supreme Elder Mo Gu's face changed drastically. He wasn't clear about this matter. Although he had found it strange, he had been too captivated by the Great Dao Blood to spare the effort to investigate. But now, hearing this, he suddenly had a bad feeling.
A flash appeared in Ye Chen's hand. The Slaying the Heavens Alliance leader's token appeared, shining brilliantly, causing the elder's face to turn utterly horrified—it was actually the Slaying the Heavens Alliance leader's token.
Ye Chen stepped forward one pace at a time, smiling amiably, appearing very bright, yet somehow sinister. He chuckled, "Supreme Elder Mo Gu, you should recognize the Slaying the Heavens Alliance leader's token too, right? Very good. Let me ask, what are the consequences for offending the alliance leader's token, which is tantamount to offending an alliance leader? I'm thinking... it seems only death awaits. I wonder what you think? Dear Supreme Elder Mo Gu."