The faint words caused Feng Wang's expression to turn icy, with anger gradually appearing: "Are you trying to use me to kill the chicken to scare the monkey?"
What kind of person was he? He was a true King-level Heaven's Pride, with extraordinary potential. Even when looking across the myriad realms, he could absolutely be considered one of the most outstanding Heaven's Pride, and also the most valued among the younger generation within the Heavenly Gate.
Unless it was one of those Immortal True Kings, who in the world would dare say they could definitely defeat him?
"Don't force yourself..."
Ruoxi only knew that her brother from her past life was peerless and invincible, but after this rebirth, she didn't know how strong he was now. Perhaps he had paid an unimaginable price.
"Don't worry, believe in me, because I am your brother."
Ye Chen affectionately patted the girl's head like one would dote on a child. The girl let out a meek "mm" like a kitten. This intimate gesture made many young talents' eyes turn red with envy, wishing they could take his place.
Seeing this, Feng Wang's eyes grew even redder, and a sharp chill also emerged.
As for the Xi Immortal Maiden, he regarded her as a Goddess and wished to pursue her, to become a celebrated Dao companion in the future.
Although the Xi Immortal Maiden could be considered a Heaven's Pride from the past generation, technically a senior to him, they were both still part of the younger generation. Therefore, this so-called seniority could essentially be ignored.
Thus, in his eyes, among the Heavenly Gate's younger generation, only he was worthy of the Xi Immortal Maiden. As for others, they were simply not qualified.
Now, a man who had suddenly appeared was displaying such an intimate posture with the Xi Immortal Maiden right before his eyes. How could this not infuriate him?
Zhao Feng cupped his fists again and addressed the Heavenly Gate's Gate Lord: "I beg the Gate Lord to grant permission."
The Heavenly Gate's Gate Lord upon the divine throne also seemed to reveal a trace of a smile, nodding: "Since that is the case, begin."
Seeing that even the Gate Lord had consented, Feng Wang's expression immediately turned cold. Surging green light erupted from his body, and a powerful King's pressure rippled through the main hall, causing many young Heaven's Pride to tremble in their hearts. Many of the older generation's Elders and famous figures also nodded.
Truly worthy of being a King among the younger generation. Although he was only at the peak of the Demigod level, this level of aura could rival a powerhouse who dominated at the fifth level of Divine Transformation, or even stronger.
Many disciples within the sect looked at Ye Chen with pity in their eyes. Zhao Feng could be considered the true number one among the Heavenly Gate's younger generation today, receiving key cultivation. No one was his match.
To be challenged by him was simply this Ye Chen's tragedy.
What made everyone's expressions change, however, was that facing Feng Wang's powerful Dao pressure, the mysterious stranger merely stood there, not moving an inch.
Not a single trace of energy leaked from his body, as if he was standing there frozen in terror, causing many disciples to shake their heads.
But many Elders were slightly surprised. As Elders, they naturally saw further than ordinary disciples, because they could tell that the Ye Chen before them didn't seem to be standing there in terror, but rather appeared very calm, as if he had nothing to fear.
Could this kid actually be some mysterious expert?
Feng Wang also noticed something unusual, his expression becoming somewhat grave, though his confidence remained unchanged. His voice rang out: "If you can withstand this move of mine, I will admit defeat!"
After coldly uttering this, he stepped forward. With a shudder of his entire body, endless green light immediately surged forth, carrying razor-sharp wind blades that shot forward. This was a profound comprehension of the Wind Dao, even containing the power of laws.
Such an attack, if unleashed in the outside world, would be enough to obliterate ten mountain ranges, reducing them to dust. Only within the Heavenly Gate's main hall could it remain so calm.
All of the younger generation paled, because this move... none of them were confident they could withstand it.
A terrifying strike, enough to utterly annihilate them all.
The surging green light immediately rushed towards Ye Chen, completely overwhelming his entire figure. Everything vanished for a moment, leaving only the terrifying fluctuations of the green light surging.
Everyone stared nervously at the scene before them.
Had Ye Chen... already been reduced to dust?
Even Ruoxi couldn't help but reveal a trace of worry, fearing that something might have happened to her brother.
But she also understood that the Heavenly Gate's Gate Lord would certainly not allow her brother to come to harm.
And at this moment, she distinctly sensed that Ye Chen's aura still existed, as long and steady as ever. Despite being within the green light, it remained unchanged. She couldn't help but reveal a smile. This brother of hers...
Just as everyone was sneering at Ye Chen's overestimation of his abilities, a faint voice suddenly emerged from within the green light—
"Is this the move you wanted to use to finish me off in one strike?"
The green light rapidly dissipated. Within it, a slender figure stood there, none other than Ye Chen.
He hadn't moved a single step. Not a single thread or corner of his clothing was damaged. He was completely unharmed, just standing there with a brilliant smile that seemed so mocking.
At this moment, everyone was stunned. Even Feng Wang stood there dumbfounded, his eyes wide as he stared at the scene before him, filled with horror.
How was this possible?
He was a King-level Heaven's Pride, incredibly powerful. Among the younger generation, even other young King-level Heaven's Pride wouldn't dare claim they could definitely withstand one of his strikes unscathed. Yet this mysterious youth before him had clearly done just that.
Could he be...
At this moment, he finally realized, but it was too late, because Ye Chen made his move. With a light flick of his finger, he sent Feng Wang flying through the air, blood spraying continuously as he crashed to the ground. Only then did he spit out a few words that shocked the entire main hall: "Immortal... True King!?"
Immortal True King!?
At this moment, everyone was dumbstruck. This youth before them was actually an Immortal True King?
What was a True King?
A peerless figure who stood above Kings. Among the myriad realms, aside from those Immortal True Kings from past generations, in this era, the only one publicly acknowledged by rumor was the Great Demon King Yue. There were also a few suspected to be Immortal True Kings.
Naturally, at this time, the Heavenly Gate's Gate Lord had brought Ye Chen and the others back too quickly. Everything that happened on the ancient path hadn't truly spread yet, including the news that Ye Gucheng was an Immortal True King.
Now, an Immortal True King had suddenly appeared—a Heaven's Pride truly invincible among his generation—leaving all of the new generation stunned, staring at this man in horror.
Only a true Immortal True King could defeat a Young King like Feng Wang so easily.
"I am Yue."
Ye Chen slowly spoke, but the words he uttered shocked everyone. He was the legendary Great Demon King Yue.
But at this moment, the Heavenly Gate's Gate Lord, who had remained silent all along, revealed a smile and said, "Actually, he has another identity. Everyone might be more familiar with this title."
The entire hall was filled with bewilderment and confusion. The Great Demon King Yue had another appellation? Who could it be? But could any title be more shocking to the world than the Great Demon King Yue?
"His title—"
The Heavenly Gate's Gate Lord slowly spoke: "The Battle Saint King!"