Chapter 534: Viewing the Mountain Again, The Arrogant Dao Emperor Sect

Chapter 534: Viewing the Mountain Again, The Arrogant Dao Emperor Sect



"As a disciple, how dare you be so rude and directly call out the name of our sect's Daozi?"

Within the Mountain Movers Sect, many elders' faces turned slightly pale. Pan Boyang's reputation was indeed not small; he had made it into the top forty of the Dao Soldier Register, and in terms of strength alone, he had the qualifications to become a branch sect disciple of the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect.

However, regardless of the reason, the other party was still not a Daozi.

To come to visit the sect with such an arrogant attitude, and even too lazy to put on a superficial act, was like treating the Mountain Movers Sect as a vassal of their Boundless Dao Emperor Sect!

Although in Western Hong, many forces wanted to associate with the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect, there was a fundamental difference between becoming their allied sect and becoming a dog that they could call upon at will.

If it were the latter... the Mountain Movers Sect really didn't need to give them this face.

To put it bluntly, Northern Hong and Western Hong were quite far apart, and even if the Dao Emperor Sect was powerful, it would be difficult for them to withstand the pressure from the Northern Dragon Palace and extend their reach to the Western Hong side.

"Quiet down."

As the grand elder, Yang Yunheng would definitely have to step in at such an awkward time on behalf of the Daozi.

It was better for an elder to lose face than for the future sect master.

Offending Pan Boyang at this time was not a wise move. The last time Shen Xiao You had made an enemy with him, if the Mountain Movers Sect added fuel to the fire, this young man from Northern Hong might get angry and go back to invite two elders... That would be troublesome.

"Go and invite a few Daozi from Southern Hong to the outer gate to keep them company and relieve their boredom."

Yang Yunheng signaled to several elders. On one side was the Northern Hong overlord, and on the other was the Southern Hong local tyrant. Even with a significant power gap, who wouldn't have some pride?

So-called kings do not meet kings.

They could only ask the temporarily weaker side to temporarily withdraw.

After preparing everything, Yang Yunheng straightened his clothes, sighed, and grimaced for a long time before squeezing out a slightly flattering smile.

Just as he was about to step out of the sect to welcome them, he saw Yan Chongzhang rushing out from the back mountain.

"Why are you getting involved in this matter?" Yang Yunheng was still angry about the previous incident and spoke rather rudely.

Yan Chongzhang rolled his eyes at him. "Being scared by a disciple from another sect and not daring to face him, this Daozi is really not worth it... Let's go, don't give him a reason to cause trouble."

Yang Yunheng fell silent for a moment, shook his head helplessly, and let out a bitter laugh.

The two of them, like brothers in trouble, headed out of the sect.

Wei Yuanzhou slowly turned around. "Forget it, don't cause more trouble for the Mountain Movers Sect. Let's just take a walk."

If it were the Southern Hong Seven Sons, who were once on par with the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect, even with the status of three Daozi, Pan Boyang might not have the qualifications to sit at the table during a banquet.

But the situation had changed, and under the roof of the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect, who could not bow their heads? Moreover, if a dispute were to arise, the Mountain Movers Sect would be the unlucky one.

Just then, Yan Chongzhang's body stiffened, and even his square face showed a hint of unease.

"What's wrong?" Yang Yunheng turned his head in confusion.

"Do you believe that such a coincidence could happen in this world?"

Yan Chongzhang closed his eyes, sensing the familiar aura that was deliberately reminding him, and his heart sank.

Shen Xiao You was quite understanding of social norms. Knowing that he had trouble on his hands, he didn't want to cause trouble for the Mountain Movers Sect. Instead of making a big scene, he had deliberately tried to cover it up.

But... the timing was just too perfect!

These two sworn enemies had coincidentally arrived at the Mountain Movers Sect at the same time.

"Is that so?" Yang Yunheng also reacted at that moment, feeling a bit dry in his throat. "Should I send him away?"

It wasn't that the Mountain Movers Sect was going back on their word, but the timing was indeed inappropriate.

Yan Chongzhang's eyes twitched. "No, you can't."

The master had been certain that it would take three days, but now it had become thirty days, indicating that Shen Xiao You might not take Nameless Mountain so seriously after all.

Now that he had finally come to visit, if the Mountain Movers Sect continued to make excuses, making him feel that they were insincere, there might not be a next time.

As for directly telling the other party about Pan Boyang...

Yang Yunheng remembered Shen Xiao You's fierce action of pulling down that Dao Emperor Sect disciple from the sky.

Yan Chongzhang's heart skipped a beat. If the other party found out about this, it would be strange if they didn't start a fight.

"I'll deal with Pan Boyang. You take Shen Xiao You through a side path to view the mountain and find a secluded place to avoid making any noise."

Yan Chongzhang quickly made up his mind and headed out of the sect alone.

Yang Yunheng rubbed his forehead, and although it seemed feasible, he couldn't help but feel something was amiss.

...

At a distance from the Mountain Movers Sect, in the azure sky, Shen Yi quietly waited for Yan Chongzhang's response.

Yu Lan and You Chang had been recalled into his Sea of Consciousness, and only the little tiger demon An Yi accompanied him.

This was mainly because he had offended many great demons in Western Hong, comparable to the Unification Realm.

For example, the Frost Tiger Clan Leader.

If he were unlucky enough to encounter them, Shen Yi worried that he wouldn't even have time to summon a few palace lords.

The golden bracelet treasure could indeed defend against the Unification Realm, but it was someone else's item. Once used, its aura might be detected, so it could only be used in a real crisis.

Although it seemed strange to have a little girl by his side, there was no other choice for now.

Moreover, An Yi also had a quiet and reticent personality, making her presence less noticeable.

"Shen Xiao You, you finally came."

As he spoke, Yang Yunheng swept over from the horizon, pausing slightly as he recognized the figures ahead.

The tall and handsome young man was clad in an ink robe, accompanied by a delicate young girl wearing a horse-faced skirt that was as dark as ink.

The resemblance in their bearing was so striking that even their facial features bore a hint of similarity.

Could it be that Little Friend Shen had been searching for his daughter during these missing days?

"You have my thanks, Elder."

Shen Yi did not indulge in pleasantries. Although he found it odd that it wasn't Yan Chongzhang who had come, he did not ask further, merely nodding and expressing his gratitude with a bow.

Seeing this, Yang Yunheng was momentarily taken aback, then shook his head with a wry smile.

Comparing people to others can lead to death, and comparing goods to others can lead to discarding.

Both of them had noble origins and astonishing talents, yet the one from the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect seemed to want to write the name of his sect on his face, while this one exuded a gentlemanly demeanor, as long as one did not offend him.

A pity, for these times were not when the Southern Hong held sway.

"Brother Dao Shen, our Daozi is currently preoccupied with various matters and could not find the time to greet you. I hope you can understand. Please, this way."

Yang Yunheng's enthusiasm seemed more genuine, knowing that befriending such a young talent would be nothing but beneficial for the Mountain Movers Sect.

Shen Yi did not dawdle, following Yang Yunheng directly toward the towering pillar in the distance.

As they drew closer, his anticipation for the secrets hidden within the Nameless Mountain grew even stronger.

If the Divine Peak Technique was already this powerful, how terrifying must the subsequent techniques be? If they were truly immortal arts, then this trip to the Western Flood would not have been in vain.

"Brother Dao Shen, please follow me this way."

Yang Yunheng did not lead Shen Yi to the giant palm print but entered the Mountain Movers Sect through a secluded path.

He had intended to explain that there was no intention of neglect, but it seemed that Brother Dao Shen already knew, even deliberately suppressing his aura.

"I truly... dare not offend."

Yang Yunheng pursed his lips, giving the young man a somewhat awkward smile.

"Understood, I will be quick."

Shen Yi nodded. Given that he had offended the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect, any sensible person would not dare to openly associate with him.

He turned his gaze to the low hill before him, then sat cross-legged, swiftly immersing his divine soul.

"If the young lady needs anything, just let me know," Yang Yunheng tried to make his face look more amiable.

"Thank you, I don't need anything," An Yi stood behind Shen Yi, her response polite but distant, her gaze returning to Shen Yi's back.

Just like him... Yang Yunheng felt even more certain about his earlier guess.

He then turned and walked away from the path, dismissing his subordinates and standing guard with a serious expression.

"..."

An Yi quietly watched Shen Yi, for her, waiting was a commonplace occurrence.

She barely noticed the passage of time.

After an indeterminate amount of time, the young man's pale face suddenly furrowed, and large beads of sweat began to form.

A faint sense of desolation emanated from his entire being.

Seeing this, An Yi instinctively raised her eyes, her moist pupils flickering uncertainly.

This was the same feeling she had experienced before.

The subtle changes on Shen Yi's face, the emotions they contained, were all things she had once experienced herself.

Not knowing what he was doing, An Yi did not dare to disturb him, only knowing that he must be in pain, just as she had been.

After a moment's hesitation, she took a step forward, leaned slightly, and gently wiped the sweat from the young man's forehead with her sleeve before standing back.

...

In the main hall of the Mountain Movers Sect.

Yan Chongzhang sat on the main seat, his expression somewhat grim as he glanced sideways at Pan Boyang. Without the influence of the Mountain Map, the latter looked like a slightly arrogant young cultivator, his voice not deep but somewhat sharp.

"Brother Dao Pan, isn't this a bit much?"

Yan Chongzhang withdrew his gaze, scanning the various elders seated on either side: "Are you here as a guest, or to lecture us?"

"Too much?"

Pan Boyang wiped his bloodless lips with a handkerchief, smiling lightly: "Last time near your sect, I suffered considerable damage. The fact that I am sitting here quietly, rather than bringing my seniors to demand an explanation, is already a show of respect to your sect."

"You should know that my master is the sect master of the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect."

The master of the ninth branch sect... Yan Chongzhang silently grumbled to himself but maintained a calm exterior: "Demand an explanation? That's hard to understand. I don't recall when the Mountain Movers Sect offended your sect. If we are to be precise, I found two demon spirits for your sect, and you haven't given the promised reward yet."

"Reward... ha."

Pan Boyang suddenly laughed coldly, his eyes turning cold as he looked at Yan Chongzhang: "I'm not afraid to tell you why the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect is seeking these demon spirits."

"As you know, my senior brother Xue has just ascended to the position of sect master, overseeing the second treasure land. Even if you come from the barren land of the Western Flood, you should have heard of his great name?"

"Senior Xue Yan once topped the Dao Soldier Register. His name, Chongzhang, I have heard."

Yan Chongzhang slightly raised his palm and clasped his fist towards the void.

The reason it was said as "formerly" was not because someone had surpassed him, but because he had achieved Fusion Dao, and thus his name was removed from the Dao Soldier Register.

"Just listen and that's it."

Pan Boyang leaned back against the chair again and said indifferently, "Xue Shixiong has a younger brother who was also an unparalleled genius before his return. Unfortunately, he possesses the bloodline of a great demon and cannot cultivate in the Boundless Dao Imperial Palace."

"With your sect's foundation, finding some other profound Dao Palace techniques shouldn't be a difficult task." Yan Chongzhang didn't mind chatting with the other party; as long as this young man didn't wander around and obediently stayed in the grand hall, avoiding any disturbance to Shen Xiao You, everything else was fine.

"Hmph, to become a Sect Master, one must cultivate in the Boundless Dao Imperial Palace. This is an ironclad rule in our sect... Are you finding this a bit boring and unrelated to you?" Pan Boyang closed his eyes, and a strange curve formed at the corners of his lips.

If a pair of brothers simultaneously became the Sect Masters of the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect, their status would be unspoken.

"..." Hearing the threat in Pan Boyang's words, Yan Chongzhang's face changed slightly.

"Our sect has a Divine Peak, on which all disciples' Dao Palaces are depicted. Not long ago, a unique demon palace appeared on it."

Pan Boyang softened his voice, "Xue Shixiong carefully observed for a long time and finally found a new path for his younger brother, and it has already shown initial results. If he can obtain that Crystal Azure Phoenix, it will help his brother cross a major threshold, and it will definitely make Xue Shixiong very happy... But now, that Crystal Azure Phoenix has died without any value."

"It died under your Mountain Movers Sect's aiding the tyrant!"

Upon hearing this, everyone in the hall was shocked.

Yan Chongzhang abruptly straightened up, his expression indifferent, "Pan Daoyou, you can eat whatever you want, but you can't speak recklessly. Where did this 'aiding the tyrant' come from?"

"What are you rushing for?"

Pan Boyang also slowly stood up, "You watched as he attacked me, yet you didn't interfere. What's your intention? It's just as I said."

"Now, do you still think I've gone too far?"

He casually patted his sleeve, "Rest assured, there's a cause for every grievance and a debtor for every debt. As long as I vent this anger, I'll pretend I didn't see the Crystal Azure Phoenix incident. Yan Daozi, don't delay, call everyone who was there that day, and I'll question them one by one until we find out that young man's identity."

"..."

Yan Chongzhang's gaze quickly swept over the elders below.

The elders quietly clasped their hands, all understanding the situation.

Of course, they knew what that mysterious cultivator from Southern Hong meant to the Mountain Movers Sect. Shen Xiao You was the key to unlocking the secrets of Nameless Mountain, and currently, he was the only one.

Since Daozi intended to seize this hard-won opportunity, they couldn't hold him back.

"Since you don't believe us, please feel free to do as you wish." Yan Chongzhang slightly turned his head and sat back down.

Don't forget, Shen Xiao You is currently inside the Mountain Movers Sect. No matter how furious he was, he could only suppress it for now.

"Quite composed." Pan Boyang chuckled lightly. That day, the Mountain Movers Sect's Daozi's action of seeking reconciliation was strange in itself, given the current situation of the Mountain Movers Sect. Having the chance to connect with the Boundless Dao Emperor Sect was a blessing that would only come from ancestral graves sprouting green.

Yet, the other party made such an abnormal move.

Saying it had nothing to do with them, they really took themselves as pigs.

"You, come here."

Pan Boyang pointed downwards, summoning an elder.

His condescending action made the elder's face turn ashen. As someone from the top power of Western Hong, he had never endured such humiliation, but under Yan Chongzhang's signal, he suppressed his anger and walked over.

As time passed.

Pan Boyang chatted casually with the elders below, one by one.

Fortunately, Yang Yunheng had already explained everything, directly ignoring all matters related to Southern Hong. No matter how Pan Boyang probed, the answers he received were consistent.

"Are you satisfied now? If you still consider yourself a gentleman, you shouldn't make baseless accusations." Yan Chongzhang made a gesture of seeing off a guest.

"Satisfied?"

Pan Boyang didn't seem impatient, his smile widening, and a cold light flashed in his eyes, "If I remember correctly, your sect's Grand Elder hasn't shown himself yet. Don't tell me he left the sect on business?"

After stalling for so long, these young cultivators finally revealed their true intentions.

Since the visit, when he saw Yan Chongzhang personally come out to greet him, and there was no one by his side, Pan Boyang had his suspicions.

For such an embarrassing matter, why did the Grand Elder let Daozi face it alone?

The reason for avoiding was simple—they were afraid.

Moreover, when they killed the Crystal Azure Phoenix, the Grand Elder had a look as if he wanted to speak but stopped, his entire being restless and uneasy.

Pan Boyang's suspicions were further confirmed.

"Now, I'll trouble you, Yan Daozi, to go and invite that Grand Elder."

Just as Yan Chongzhang was about to lose patience and make a move, Pan Boyang sat back down, appearing carefree.

He clenched his teeth, and it was only at this moment that he discovered the tricky aspect of these Northern Hong cultivators.

"Then I can only ask you to wait."

Yan Chongzhang turned and strode out of the main hall.

(End of Chapter)

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