Chapter 1829: Quietly Departing
Azure Emperor of Azure Emperor Mountain, a great emperor, spent his time in the Azure Emperor Mountain region not only delving into martial arts but also traveling and taking risks to train and strengthen himself. The Azure Emperor Mountain region could no longer provide him with much help. Therefore, even when he was in Azure Emperor Mountain, he only focused on the powers he was skilled in, spending most of his time outside. How could he not know about Holy City Central Continent, War King Academy, and such?
These juniors before him were actually descendants of the demon realm from Sky-Gazing Ancient Capital, a successor of the Nether King Palace, and disciples of War King Academy. No wonder they all possessed powerful imperial weapons. Although their own strength was not too great—at least not strong in front of him—the forces standing behind them were absolutely terrifying. Moreover, the previous generation Azure Emperor seemed to know them.
However, asking him, a great emperor, to apologize to juniors was indeed difficult to say. But feeling the terrifying demonic aura pouring down from the void, he had no choice but to lower his head.
"I was reckless. I hope all you young heroes will forgive me," Azure Emperor said to Lin Feng and the others, his expression flickering. Lin Feng's gaze was sharp as he stared at Azure Emperor and said, "From now on, this region belongs exclusively to Heavenly Terrace. Heavenly Terrace sets the rules. Azure Emperor Mountain has no objections, right?"
"From now on, this region is under the jurisdiction of Heavenly Terrace," Azure Emperor said calmly. Whoever rules ultimately depends on strength. Lin Feng was strong, so he controlled this region. If Heavenly Terrace failed one day, it would be the end of its fortune.
"In that case, I thank Azure Emperor," Lin Feng said indifferently. At this moment, demonic aura rolled in the void. The old Golden Crow's enormous demonic eyes released a cold, fierce aura as he said, "In that case, I will not pursue this matter for now."
With that, the terrifying demonic aura began to dissipate, and the giant demonic figure vanished into the void.
Lin Feng slowly turned his gaze to the previous generation Azure Emperor, revealing a faint smile. "Senior Duanmu, why are you the Azure Emperor?"
It turned out that this previous generation Azure Emperor was someone he knew—Duanmu Heavenly Emperor.
"Why can't I be the Azure Emperor?" Duanmu Heavenly Emperor said with a calm smile. "In the past, I set foot on the path of martial arts, delving into strength and also having great talent in artifact refining. Can't I have two identities?"
Lin Feng paused for a moment, then laughed. That's right. Why couldn't Duanmu Heavenly Emperor have two identities while cultivating martial arts? While training hard in Azure Emperor Mountain, he went out to Flame Gold City, joined the Flame Gold Tower, and became a master artifact refiner. Later, his martial arts cultivation reached the great emperor realm, and he took over Azure Emperor Mountain, becoming a generation of Azure Emperor. At the same time, he held a noble status in the Flame Gold Tower as a grandmaster artifact refiner. These two identities could coexist. What was wrong with that?
"I understand," Lin Feng said. Duanmu Heavenly Emperor, however, smiled bitterly. "Fortunately, I guessed it might be you all. Otherwise, I would have really caused a big mess. Xiao Qing is also considered half my successor, so don't hold it against him. Azure Emperor Mountain remains Azure Emperor Mountain, but it won't interfere in your matters."
The surrounding crowd was shocked and speechless. So Duanmu Heavenly Emperor was also acquainted with Lin Feng, and he asked Lin Feng not to hold it against Azure Emperor, rather than telling Azure Emperor not to hold it against them. This left the crowd feeling somewhat speechless. But thinking about the identities and talents of these people, they understood. Azure Emperor Mountain was indeed insignificant before them.
"Since Senior Duanmu says so, I naturally won't hold a grudge. Besides, this matter has nothing to do with Azure Emperor Mountain. It's just that old dog Ni Chen has been using Azure Emperor Mountain's name everywhere to do despicable things, ruining Azure Emperor Mountain's reputation," Lin Feng said, distancing Azure Emperor Mountain from the matter. Duanmu Heavenly Emperor smiled and said, "From today onward, Ni Chen is no longer a member of Azure Emperor Mountain. Do whatever you want with him. Us old folks won't get involved. Remember to visit me when you have time."
"Certainly," Lin Feng nodded slightly. Then Duanmu Heavenly Emperor said to Azure Emperor, "Xiao Qing, let's go."
Azure Emperor said nothing and followed Duanmu Heavenly Emperor away. They had arrived with force but left silently, even abandoning everything here, leaving it to Lin Feng and Heavenly Terrace to handle, including Ni Chen Martial Emperor.
Everything that had happened here made everyone understand that the Nine Immortal Palaces and Heavenly Fortress Region was about to undergo a complete upheaval. The people from Summer Heavenly Fortress and other ancient fortresses and immortal palaces secretly rejoiced that they hadn't chosen sides recklessly; otherwise, the consequences would have been unimaginable. As for those still in the battle circle, they were speechless. The Lord of Questioning Heavenly Fortress had only stepped forward to declare his stance after knowing the previous generation Azure Emperor had returned, but that previous generation Azure Emperor was acquainted with Lin Feng. This filled him with despair.
The people from Qi Heavenly Fortress and Medicine King Immortal Palace had been waiting for Azure Emperor Mountain's rescue. The two generations of Azure Emperors did arrive, but it was already polite of Duanmu Heavenly Emperor not to attack them. He was completely on Heavenly Terrace's side, even abandoning Ni Chen Martial Emperor as if discarding an irrelevant person.
Ni Chen was already barely alive, and now his eyes were filled with endless despair. When Azure Emperor descended, he was ecstatic, as if he would see Lin Feng die. But now, he felt as if he had fallen into hell. Everything was over.
"From today onward, in the Nine Immortal Palaces and Heavenly Fortress Region, Heavenly Terrace is supreme. Now, I order in the name of Heavenly Terrace: Execute Questioning Heavenly Fortress, Qi Heavenly Fortress, and Medicine King Immortal Palace. The people from other heavenly fortresses and immortal palaces should be able to act now, right?" Lin Feng said calmly. The rolling aura in the void suddenly erupted. The people from Great Zhou Immortal Palace and Sikong Heavenly Fortress did not hesitate and began to fight fiercely. The situation was clear. It was time for them to charge into battle. If they didn't, Lin Feng would settle accounts with them later, and they would suffer greatly. The figures behind Lin Feng were existences even heavenly emperors dared not provoke.
The great battle erupted. Lin Feng and his group guarded the eight directions. Suddenly, many other strong figures appeared in the void around Questioning Heavenly Fortress, infuriating the people of Questioning Heavenly Fortress. They were from Ancient Heavenly Fortress and other forces. They had arrived long ago, mingling among the crowd, waiting for the situation to become clear. Now that the wind had shifted, they knew exactly what to do and directly attacked Questioning Heavenly Fortress and the others.
Heavenly Terrace's rise was unstoppable and would inevitably control this region. They couldn't change that. What they could do now was to ensure their own forces could thrive and grow stronger under Heavenly Terrace's rule.
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Seven days later, the Nine Immortal Palaces and Heavenly Fortress Region was thriving and prosperous, filled with vibrant life. The main cities of Qi Heavenly Fortress, Questioning Heavenly Fortress, and Great Zhou Immortal Palace were bustling with activity. Crowds of people flocked to Qi Heavenly Fortress, Questioning Heavenly Fortress, and Great Zhou Immortal Palace, creating a lively scene. All these people were heading to these three newly established ancient fortresses and immortal palaces.
Of course, these three ancient fortresses and immortal palaces could no longer be called Questioning Heavenly Fortress, Qi Heavenly Fortress, or Medicine King Immortal Palace. Now, they had only one name: Heavenly Terrace!
The rebuilt forces of Questioning Heavenly Fortress and the others were all replaced by Heavenly Terrace. At the same time, Heavenly Terrace began recruiting disciples and expanding its power. The young geniuses of the Nine Immortal Palaces and Heavenly Fortress Region flocked in, all trying to squeeze into Heavenly Terrace. This made those who had joined Heavenly Terrace some time ago feel incredibly fortunate that they had made the right choice. They wondered what those who had abandoned Heavenly Terrace would think if they were still alive. They had given up opportunities that many geniuses now couldn't obtain. The conditions for joining Heavenly Terrace were no longer so lenient.
In the Nine Immortal Palaces and Heavenly Fortress Region, the battle seven days ago had become a hot topic, the main subject of discussion across this vast area. That battle had changed the heavens and the earth, completely altering the landscape of the Nine Immortal Palaces and Heavenly Fortress Region. Except for a few individuals, the forces of Questioning Heavenly Fortress, Qi Heavenly Fortress, and Medicine King Immortal Palace were almost completely wiped out. The three fortress lords and palace masters were all surrounded and killed. The palace master of Great Zhou Immortal Palace was severely injured by the enemy's desperate counterattack, and the lord of Sikong Heavenly Fortress had several meridians severed. Additionally, both forces lost many strong members, but they managed to preserve their own forces, which was already fortunate.
However, Lin Feng seemed completely unaware of all this. At this moment, he had arrived at a desert tribe under the jurisdiction of Qi Heavenly Fortress, sending Mu Yun here. When he left, Lin Feng stood under the ancient tree from before, looking at the simple courtyard ahead. Mu Yun did not come out to see him off.
"Little one, let's go," Hu Yue said with a smile. Lin Feng nodded slightly, then turned around. The group soared into the air, heading straight for the entrance of the small world. After Lin Feng and the others left, Mu Yun walked out of the courtyard. In the sky, only the setting sun remained, like blood, with no trace of Lin Feng. On her beautiful, pure face, a brilliant smile appeared, and in that smile, a crystal-clear tear slowly fell. Farewell. She and Lin Feng belonged to different worlds. She knew Lin Feng's world was splendid, but the world she wanted was peaceful and serene!
In the Eight Wastelands, at the extreme of the Central Wasteland, in that sun ancient fortress above the sky, a figure sat cross-legged, eyes closed in cultivation. But at this moment, a light curtain suddenly appeared, causing his pupils to snap open as he looked toward it. Someone wanted to enter the small world?
With a slight flicker of his body, his hand pressed toward the pattern on the light curtain, and his body seemed to pierce through the void, suddenly appearing in another place. He found a group of figures before him, several of whom were quite familiar!