The prosperity of Flame Emperor City was such that even the Human Emperor City of the myriad heavens and domains could not compare, falling short by an immeasurable degree.
One must know that within Flame Emperor City, the auras at the Ancient Monarch level alone numbered no less than fifty.
It must be understood that the total number of Ancient Monarchs produced throughout the entire epoch of the Sealed Boundary Universe was precisely forty-nine.
Thus, the number of Sovereign-level powerhouses possessed by Flame Emperor City surpassed the total number of Ancient Monarchs that could be born in an entire epoch of the Sealed Boundary Universe.
As for powerhouses below the Sovereign level...
They were truly countless. Whether it was Quasi-Monarchs, Divine Kings, or Great Powers, the sheer quantity of powerhouses in all aspects was such that even the Chaos Heavenly Mansion he had painstakingly established paled in comparison, falling far short.
There was no helping it. Even though Ye Chen's combat power rivaled that of an Ancient Monarch, he still could not be mentioned in the same breath as the might of a supreme Emperor.
The Flame Emperor Domain, as one of the top-tier giant domains on the Origin Ancient Path, commanded eight Supreme Domains under its banner alone.
Moreover, the number of powerhouses gathered on the Origin Ancient Path came from the entire Chaos Sea, including the various Chaos Ancient Universes and Chaos Primordial Great Worlds, far exceeding any single Chaos Ancient Universe. Even the Alien Race Ancient Universe or the Primordial Wilderness Immortal World could not compare.
Ye Chen narrowed his eyes slightly.
He sensed that the sheer number of powerhouses currently within Flame Emperor City, if united as one, would likely leave even an Ancient Great Emperor unable to gain any advantage, perhaps even suffering a loss.
At the same time, a flicker of excitement stirred within his heart—
If he could bring all the powerhouses of Flame Emperor City back to the Sealed Boundary Universe, it would not only be enough to pacify all the alien races within, but at this stage, it could even fortify the Sealed Boundary Universe into an impregnable fortress. The alien races would likely not dare to invade for a very long time.
Unfortunately, for now, it was merely a thought.
Because actually attempting such a feat would be far too difficult.
After all, doing so would force the eight Supreme Ones under the Flame Emperor to prepare for direct opposition against the Alien Race Ancient Universe.
One must understand that on the Origin Ancient Path, conflicts arose primarily over the qualification to proceed to the Origin Land.
It had not yet escalated to complete opposition.
If it involved warfare between Chaos Ancient Universes, that would mean total opposition. Even the eight Supreme Ones under the Flame Emperor would likely hesitate greatly.
There were far too many factors involved.
...
After leaving the Flame Emperor Hall, Flame God led Ye Chen directly to an extremely grand and imposing hall located in the central area of Flame Emperor City, named Zui Xian Lou.
Zui Xian Lou occupied a vast area, appearing exceedingly magnificent. It was inscribed with profound Dao patterns, as if eternally coexisting with heaven and earth, capable of aiding people in more clearly comprehending the myriad Daos of the heavens.
It was said that the master of Zui Xian Lou had an exceptionally deep background, being a super powerhouse who had followed the Flame Emperor for many years. Therefore, despite being established for only two years and occupying such a large area here, few dared to cause trouble. All who came obeyed the rules.
Today, a super Quasi-Monarch ranked on the Epoch Quasi-Monarch List was personally spearheading a grand feast here, gathering the Quasi-Monarchs belonging to the Flame Emperor Domain participating in this giant-level domain war.
Moreover, this was no ordinary gathering. Within, there would also be some trading of treasures.
Some Quasi-Monarchs would even take out supreme treasures from their respective Supreme Treasuries for trade, thus attracting considerable attention.
Within Flame Emperor City, any Quasi-Monarch could come to participate in the grand event and could also bring some people along.
Simultaneously, the thirteen mysterious powerhouses from the Alien Race Supreme Domain naturally also discovered the traces of Flame God and Ye Chen.
Within Flame Emperor City, Ye Chen had not disguised himself, and the thirteen mysterious powerhouses also knew that Flame God was the Flame Emperor's disciple. Naturally, they became even more certain of Ye Chen's identity.
"Let's go inside Zui Xian Lou. It's easier to act within, isolating everything. Even an Emperor Lord might not necessarily detect what happens within the starry sky of Zui Xian Lou."
"If possible, we can directly capture all the Quasi-Monarchs of the Flame Emperor Domain this time in one fell swoop!"
The thirteen mysterious powerhouses entered Zui Xian Lou under the guise of Divine Kings.
...
Upon entering Zui Xian Lou, the exterior appeared to be merely a relatively large hall, but in reality, the internal space had long been altered by great magical power, evolving into a vast starry realm.
Ten great stars intersected here, with numerous powerhouses of the Flame Emperor Domain traversing the starry sky within Zui Xian Lou, heading towards various different stars.
Led by Flame God, Ye Chen followed and arrived at the eighth star.
This star was also named Zui Baxian Star.
It was precisely the location for the Quasi-Monarch feast.
Zui Baxian Star was about the size of a moon, a picturesque immortal realm where the Great Dao manifested and spiritual energy condensed into mist. It was a star transformed by a heaven-reaching existence using great magical power. Even Quasi-Monarchs could derive some cultivation benefits on such a star, not to be underestimated.
On Zui Baxian Star, a colossal divine hall that occupied almost half the star stood imposingly, exuding majestic grandeur.
It was named Zui Baxian Hall!
Streaks of flowing light flashed as numerous Quasi-Monarchs of the Flame Emperor Domain almost all appeared within.
By their sides, they were accompanied by many Divine Kings, Great Powers, and even Heavenly Kings, Saints, etc. Even Transformation Divinities could vaguely be seen, all juniors, mostly brought by their respective Quasi-Monarch elders to broaden their horizons.
For a time, Zui Baxian Hall was exceptionally lively.
The many Quasi-Monarchs within the hall, even though they had restrained the vast majority of their pressure, still appeared dignified and imposing, causing those below the Quasi-Monarch level to hardly dare breathe heavily. Only fellow Quasi-Monarchs could laugh heartily on equal footing, toasting and exchanging cups, fostering camaraderie.
Whoosh—
Flame God, with his domineering and awe-inspiring presence, appeared, instantly shining as brilliantly as the sun in the sky, drawing the attention of all parties within Zui Baxian Hall.
"Lord Flame God!"
"Lord Flame God has finally arrived!"
"It's Flame God, the newly ascended heaven-defying Quasi-Monarch on the Epoch Quasi-Monarch List!"
"The Flame Emperor's personal disciple, one of the strongest existences among Quasi-Monarchs, he has appeared too."
...
Wherever Flame God passed with Ye Chen, voices filled with either reverence or enthusiasm rose and fell.
Among the more than five hundred Quasi-Monarchs gathered on Zui Baxian Star, Flame God was also a peak-tier existence.
A heaven-defying Quasi-Monarch was absolutely a supreme figure capable of sweeping through the Quasi-Monarch realm.
Even many Quasi-Monarchs had to respectfully address him as 'Lord'.
Moreover, Flame God possessed another astonishing identity—the Flame Emperor's disciple!
Whether in terms of strength or status, he stood at the absolute peak, incomparable to anyone.
The various individuals of different levels—Divine Kings, Great Powers, Heavenly Kings, Saints, etc.—following their Quasi-Monarch elders included men and women, old and young. They were either dazzling geniuses from major Quasi-Monarch families or powerful successors with the hope of becoming Quasi-Monarchs.
Especially those prodigious talents, witnessing Flame God, who remained lofty and supremely conspicuous even among the many Quasi-Monarchs, their eyes blazed with fervent light.
Such a peerless figure inspired not only profound admiration within them but also a fierce desire to pursue such heights.
To be a man like Flame God—even death would be glorious!