Chapter 1504: Going to the Qi Clan
In the Eight Wastelands, Lin Feng's reputation among the younger generation was undoubtedly one of the most renowned. Since the conclusion of the City of Fate, he alone had been involved in numerous earth-shattering events: slaying Long Teng, executing Qi Tiansheng, being besieged by two emperors, surviving banishment by the Invincible Sovereign Lord, annihilating the Heavenly Dragon princes at the Assembly of Emperors, killing Qi Qianren—his demonic qi was overbearing, and his sword shattered the heavens.
Moreover, every genius he had killed possessed a cultivation level higher than his own. For others, fighting above their level was already difficult, yet Lin Feng surpassed and killed geniuses. Such a figure, even when placed before these individuals, commanded a place of respect. Zhou Tianruo had single-handedly destroyed the Feng Clan, a feat of terrifying strength. Whether he was stronger or weaker than Lin Feng was debatable, but if anyone claimed Lin Feng was beneath his notice, the crowd would not believe it.
Thus, the crowd eagerly awaited Zhou Tianruo's response!
"It seems you know quite a bit!" Zhou Tianruo's eyes swept over the handsome young man as he said indifferently, "Lin Feng's talent is not bad. In our battle, he did not fall behind."
Hearing Zhou Tianruo's words, the handsome young man revealed a faint smile and said, "To be able to fight a battle with Brother Zhou is enough to earn the title of genius!"
"Zhou Tianruo, you cultivate the Golden Sacred Qi and have reached the Ninth Layer of the Sovereign Martial Realm, yet you cannot defeat a mere man from the Eight Wastelands. How pathetic!" At this moment, a cold voice rang out. The speaker was a young man seated in the southeastern corner. He had remained silent until now, but upon hearing that Zhou Tianruo, at the Ninth Layer of the Sovereign Martial Realm, could not defeat someone from the Eight Wastelands, his expression showed disdain.
Zhou Tianruo was at least somewhat of a figure. If his cultivation were only at the Seventh Layer of the Sovereign Martial Realm like Xia Tianfan, he would not have said anything. But Zhou Tianruo was already at the Ninth Layer of the Sovereign Martial Realm and still could not defeat a man from the Eight Wastelands. Even his eyes carried a hint of contempt.
"Qiao Chifeng, do you think you are so strong?" Zhou Tianruo, already gloomy from Qiao Chifeng's disdain, could not help but feel a surge of anger.
"I dare not claim my cultivation is strong, but in the insignificant Eight Wastelands, I do not believe anyone below the Invincible Sovereign Lord can fight me, and I have never encountered such a person!" Qiao Chifeng replied coldly, his words undoubtedly implying that he was stronger than Zhou Tianruo.
"I also agree with Brother Qiao's words. How can people from the Eight Wastelands contend with us?" Another young man said with a light smile, dismissing the geniuses of the Eight Wastelands.
Hearing their words, many in the distance felt displeased. They were, after all, members of the Eight Wastelands, yet they were being so scorned. Unfortunately, the strength of these opponents was truly formidable, leaving them powerless to refute.
The Heavenly Terrace area seemed to be divided into several factions. Some believed there were monstrous geniuses in the Eight Wastelands who could match them, while others, like Qiao Chifeng, did not take the people of the Eight Wastelands seriously. After all, they themselves were geniuses from their own lands. If they admitted that the monsters of the Eight Wastelands could rival them, it would essentially mean they were inferior to those monsters, given that their experience and cultivation resources surpassed those of the Eight Wastelands.
"Brothers seem to be in good spirits!" At this moment, a voice drifted through the void. The crowd then saw a figure stepping through the air in the distance, each step traversing space. In an instant, he arrived above the crowd.
"Brother Yuchen has also arrived. What do you think of my words?" Qiao Chifeng looked up at the young man appearing in the void and said with a light laugh. He hadn't expected this person to come as well.
"Brother Qiao's words are naturally reasonable. What geniuses can there be in the Eight Wastelands?" Qi Yuchen's smile was calm. The silver robe draped over him gave an illusory feeling, flickering in and out of sight, as if it might vanish at any moment.
"That's not necessarily true. The Eight Wastelands have many people with unique physiques, all possessing great potential that can be continuously unearthed. For now, they are in the Eight Wastelands. If they ever have the chance to leave, perhaps their future achievements will be unpredictable." The refined young man who had praised Jun Moxi glanced at Qiao Chifeng and Qi Yuchen before speaking casually.
"Why boost others' morale? People like Kong Ming and Lin Feng—if they appeared before me, they would surely die under my divine fist!" Qiao Chifeng's voice carried an air of arrogance, and a faint fist intent emanated from his body, as if it could shatter heaven and earth.
As Qiao Chifeng spoke, his gaze was fixed on Zhou Tianruo. The meaningful tone of his words made several people understand: Qiao Chifeng was speaking to Zhou Tianruo!
Zhou Tianruo had encountered Lin Feng in a battle at the Tianbi Mountain Villa and said he had not defeated him. But Qiao Chifeng claimed Lin Feng would surely die before him, which was undoubtedly a form of disdain toward Zhou Tianruo, not specifically aimed at Lin Feng, since he didn't know him.
"I fully believe Brother Qiao can do it!" Qi Yuchen said calmly.
Hearing their words, Zhou Tianruo's expression turned somewhat unpleasant. However, these people who had come to this small world were his peers. How could he admit to being inferior to Qiao Chifeng?
"If I go all out, I can kill Lin Feng too!" Zhou Tianruo was silent for a moment before speaking coldly, his words sharp with edge.
Among the crowd, Lin Feng revealed a faint smile. Without a doubt, these people were young geniuses from the Holy City Central Continent, each exceptionally talented. Some were arrogant, some reserved, but all possessed true strength and talent. As for the confrontation between Qiao Chifeng and Zhou Tianruo, it had inexplicably dragged him into it—how boring.
Turning around, Lin Feng prepared to leave. But at that moment, he saw a figure standing behind him, smiling as he watched him.
"Senior Brother!" Lin Feng was slightly startled to see the newcomer. The senior brother had appeared behind him without a sound—how terrifying. Fortunately, the senior brother was not an enemy; otherwise, with such a powerful foe, he wouldn't even know how he died.
Of course, if it were an enemy, they wouldn't have been able to find his location. Only the senior brother, who had left a mark on him, could easily locate him.
"Come with me!" Mu Chen glanced indifferently at the group of young men from the Holy City Central Continent, then flashed away with Lin Feng, disappearing from the Heavenly Terrace area in an instant.
After Lin Feng left, Qi Yuchen looked down at the crowd and smiled, "This place isn't very quiet. I, Qi Yuchen, am somewhat of a host. How about you all come with me for a visit?"
"Since Brother Yuchen invites us, I naturally accept!" Qiao Chifeng was the first to respond. "If I can also test my cultivation progress against Brother Zhou, that would be even more interesting!"
"You all have been here for some time and will likely be returning soon. If you're willing to test each other, I, Qi, would be happy to watch!" Qi Yuchen replied with a smile. The others did not refuse Qi Yuchen's invitation. The group of young men rose gracefully and stepped away, leaving the crowd lamenting. It would have been more interesting if these people had fought here, allowing them to witness the divine abilities of these monstrous talents. Among them, two or three seemed to completely disregard the heroes of the Eight Wastelands.
Lin Feng followed Mu Chen through the Rising Sun City. Soon, he gradually reunited with the other senior brothers from the Heavenly Terrace in the city. According to Yu Emperor's earlier instructions, after destroying the Heavenly Dragon Divine Fortress, the disciples of the Heavenly Terrace had quietly gathered in this ancient city of ten million years. However, the city was vast, and they had not encountered each other. Only Mu Chen could find them and bring them together.
Now, at the Heavenly Terrace, all twelve disciples, including Mu Chen and Hou Qinglin, had arrived.
"Senior Brother, are we going to the Qi Clan?" Lin Feng looked at Mu Chen ahead and asked with a smile. Had the Heavenly Terrace gathered in Rising Sun City for the sake of the Qi Clan?
"Of course. Last time, only you, Ruoxie, and Qingtian caused a ruckus at the Qi Clan. How could such an event lack the participation of the senior brothers? The Heavenly Terrace has always been united!" Mu Chen replied with a smile, then looked at Hou Qinglin. "Qinglin, lead the junior brothers to the Qi Clan. You should know what to do. I'll go inform the master!"
"Understood!" Hou Qinglin nodded slightly. Hearing Mu Chen's words, the eyes of the group flashed with excitement. Was it finally the Qi Clan's turn?
After the Heavenly Dragon Divine Fortress, taking the knife to the Qi Clan—the people of Rising Sun City probably couldn't imagine the Heavenly Terrace would be so audacious!
"Let's go!" Hou Qinglin uttered a single word, and the group flashed, heading straight for the Qi Clan. They did not fly through the air but walked on the ground, drawing the attention of passersby.
On the main road of Rising Sun City, eleven figures moved like the wind, exuding an air of elegance.
"What fine bearing! Who are these people?" Many people looked at the eleven figures sweeping past them like the wind, their eyes trembling. Not long ago, nearly ten figures had passed through the void above, all with extraordinary bearing and terrifying presence. Now, another eleven extraordinary figures appeared, stirring great interest in the crowd. Who were these outstanding individuals?
"I think I saw the Azure Forest Reincarnation Sword. The leader has sharp, chiseled features, yet is very handsome. That's Hou Qinglin of the Heavenly Terrace."
"I think I saw Tian Chi, the monk!"
"No way, I think I saw Lin Feng!"
Many people murmured, their expressions suddenly freezing. Hou Qinglin, Tian Chi, and Lin Feng—all were members of the Heavenly Terrace!
Thinking of the Heavenly Terrace, they naturally recalled the recent news from the Western Wasteland: the Heavenly Dragon Divine Fortress had been destroyed by the Heavenly Terrace!
"I think I saw one of those figures in the void earlier. It was Xia Tianfan, who once fought alone against the monsters of the Central Wasteland!"
"No way? They're all heading toward the Qi Clan!" The speaker was casual, but the listeners' hearts trembled. They felt as if something major was about to happen.
"Let's go to the Qi Clan!"
Suddenly, a gust of wind swept by as figures followed behind the Heavenly Terrace members, surging toward the Qi Clan. Many others joined in, even if they didn't know the reason. Seeing the gathering storm of people, they too followed, moving with the wind!