# Chapter 796: The Young Master of the Sword Domain
"Oh? So it's Senior Gu."
Just as the four of them rose into the air, a rather hearty voice came from the right.
The newcomer had the appearance of a young man, dressed in green robes, of medium build, and with very ordinary features—one could say utterly unremarkable. His profound energy aura was roughly at the late stage of the Overlord Emperor Realm, but in this Supreme Sea Palace, where experts were as numerous as clouds, his face was filled with unrestrained arrogance and pride.
He flew over unhurriedly, arriving before Gu Cang Zhenren, and cupped his hands in salute: "Greetings, junior."
"So it's the Young Sword Master." Gu Cang Zhenren nodded slightly and praised, "In just a short ten-plus years, the Young Sword Master's cultivation has advanced so remarkably. Your esteemed father must be very pleased."
The words "Young Sword Master" caused both Yun Che and Xia Yuanba's brows to twitch.
The young master of the Tian Wei Sword Domain... Xuanyuan Wendao!
"Hahahaha," the young man let out a loud laugh. "Senior Gu's praise truly makes me feel utterly ashamed. Compared to Junior Brother Xia's achievements, this little bit of cultivation of mine is like the glow of a firefly next to the bright moon—utterly insignificant."
Though his words were self-deprecating and self-mocking, his tone was brimming with arrogance. His gaze swept over Yun Che, Xia Yuanba, and Feng Xue'er one by one, and his smile grew even wider: "Xia Yuanba of the Huangji Sacred Domain, Snow Princess of the Fenghuang God Sect, and Yun Che of the Bing Yun Fairy Palace—the three strongest among the current younger generation, renowned throughout the Tian Xuan Continent. I, Xuanyuan Wendao of the Tian Wei Sword Domain, have long admired you three from afar. I never expected to have the fortune of meeting all three at once today. What an honor."
Xia Yuanba moved forward slightly, about to exchange a few casual pleasantries, but Xuanyuan Wendao acted as if he hadn't seen his movement at all. His eyes fixed directly on Feng Xue'er as he continued on his own: "I've especially heard that the Snow Princess not only possesses astonishing talent but also a beauty that can topple cities and kingdoms, earning her the title of 'Tian Xuan Continent's Number One Beauty.' With such a heaven-granted countenance, if it were merely obscured by a thin veil, all its radiance concealed, wouldn't that be a great pity? I wonder if you might do me the honor of allowing me to glimpse the face of the Tian Xuan Continent's number one beauty?"
In terms of profound cultivation, any one of Yun Che, Xia Yuanba, or Feng Xue'er far surpassed Xuanyuan Wendao. Yet Xuanyuan Wendao showed no trace of reverence before them, instead maintaining an air of natural superiority.
Because he was the son of Xuanyuan Wentian, the Young Sword Master of the Tian Wei Sword Domain, the future master of a Sacred Ground!
If it were merely arrogance, that could be forgiven, given his status. But his posture and the words he spoke to Feng Xue'er were utterly and completely rude!
There was even a hint of contempt and provocation.
Gu Cang Zhenren's brow twitched. He turned aside but said nothing. Outside the Huangji Sacred Domain, the Supreme Sea Palace, the Sun Moon Divine Palace, and the Tian Wei Sword Domain all had established young masters. Among these three young masters, Xuanyuan Wendao was the most difficult to fathom and the most deeply calculating—just like his father, Xuanyuan Wentian.
But he was confident that with Yun Che's abilities, he could easily handle the provocative Xuanyuan Wendao.
Xia Yuanba's brow furrowed, and he was about to flare up in anger. If it were anyone else beside him, he wouldn't bother with this Xuanyuan Wendao. But since he was targeting Yun Che and Feng Xue'er, his anger surged up almost instantly... He couldn't care less whether this was the Young Sword Master of a Sword Domain or not.
Feng Xue'er spoke gently and calmly: "Xue'er is but of plain appearance, hardly worth looking at. I'm afraid I'll have to disappoint the Young Sword Master."
"My Xue'er naturally possesses a beauty that could topple cities and kingdoms," Yun Che said flatly as soon as Feng Xue'er finished speaking. He stood with his arms crossed, and though he was addressing Xuanyuan Wendao, his eyes were cast downward, not even looking at him. "But if you want to see her, I can only offer you one word."
"Oh?" Xuanyuan Wendao asked with interest: "And what advice might Palace Master Yun have?"
Yun Che still kept his eyes lowered, a faint, mocking smile on his lips, his voice cold as water:
"Scram!"
As soon as this word left his mouth, the whisk in Gu Cang Zhenren's hand trembled visibly. Feng Xue'er and Xia Yuanba were also greatly startled.
"Hahahaha..." Xuanyuan Wendao paused in surprise at first, but instead of getting angry, he burst into laughter: "I've long heard that Palace Master Yun has a soaring arrogance and fears nothing under heaven, not even our Tian Wei Sword Domain. Now that I see it for myself, the rumors are indeed true. No wonder the two elders of our Sword Domain ended up so humiliated and disheveled at your hands, and you even nearly struck down the beloved daughter of our Ninth Elder."
"Heh," Yun Che chuckled coldly: "Since you know that, then you'd better get far away from me. I can't guarantee I won't strike you dead right here!"
Xuanyuan Wendao's expression finally changed slightly.
He had a vague feeling that Yun Che's words were not merely a threat or a show of force... that he might actually kill him right here, right now!
With Yun Che's strength, killing him would be as easy as turning over his hand!
Although his father Xuanyuan Wentian had warned him not to approach Yun Che before the Demon Sword Assembly and to avoid making him sense anything unusual, when he saw Yun Che just now, he couldn't help but come over to display the authority of his status as Young Sword Master. Half of it was out of pity for Yun Che, who was about to become a plaything in their hands, and the other half was a desire to glimpse the true face of the "Tian Xuan Continent's Number One Beauty," Feng Xue'er.
But he had forgotten that among the many rumors about Yun Che, the most frequently repeated was: "a madman who would do absolutely anything!"
Killing the young master of the Tian Wei Sword Domain... no one dared to do that. No one even dared to say it out loud, or even think about it.
But Yun Che was definitely an exception!
He had once single-handedly challenged the entire Fenghuang God Sect! What reason would he have not to suddenly strike down the Sword Domain's young master here at the Supreme Sea Palace!
A chill of fear grew in Xuanyuan Wendao's heart, and his imposing manner rapidly weakened. The full arrogance he had displayed was shattered into nothing by Yun Che's single word and two sentences. With a stiff, faint smile, he said: "It seems Palace Master Yun does not welcome me. Very well, I'll take my leave!"
Xuanyuan Wendao had clearly backed down. Faced with Yun Che's words and the faint murderous intent, this man who usually feared even the Four Sacred Masters little dared not utter a single harsh word before leaving, afraid to provoke the completely unpredictable "madman" Yun Che.
Only after Xuanyuan Wendao had gone a long distance did he turn back and say blandly: "Oh, Palace Master Yun, I almost forgot to congratulate you on surviving the Slay Moon Demon Cave. It would have been a pity if you had missed this Demon Sword Assembly. I'm sure this assembly will be an experience you'll remember for a lifetime."
As he turned his face away, Xuanyuan Wendao's expression instantly twisted into a snarl, and he muttered bitterly under his breath: "In all my years, I've never seen such an arrogant bastard!"
"Yun Che... I originally had some pity for you, but since you're actively seeking death, I'll be generous enough to personally grant you the fate you deserve!"
Xuanyuan Wendao retreated in disgrace. Xia Yuanba asked in surprise: "Brother-in-law, is there some enmity between you two?"
Gu Cang Zhenren also turned his head.
"..."
Yun Che pondered for a moment, then slowly shook his head: "Let's go to the Sea God Platform first. This matter... you'll understand soon enough."
"Oh!" Xia Yuanba nodded, then sighed: "Brother-in-law, that guy was the young master of the Tian Wei Sword Domain, the future master of a Sacred Ground. I think the only person under heaven who has ever spoken to him like that is you, brother-in-law... And I feel like you really wanted to kill him just now."
"Let's go." Gu Cang Zhenren said: "Judging by the auras, almost all the heroes of the world have already arrived. We're already somewhat late."
The Sea God Platform, or one could call it "Sea God Island." Because it floated at the center of the Supreme Sea Palace, it was a floating island atop a floating island. Normally, it was a place where disciples of the Sea Palace competed and tested themselves, but today it was the venue for the Demon Sword Assembly, and preparations had begun several months prior.
Around the Sea God Platform were arranged tens of thousands of seats. These seats were not directly above it but floated around its edges. Though suspended in the void, they were as immovable as if supported by invisible pillars. Even a profound practitioner would find it quite difficult to destroy them.
The closer one got to the Sea God Platform, the more terrifying the aura of the gathered experts became. Neither Yun Che, Xia Yuanba, nor Feng Xue'er—nor anyone else attending the Demon Sword Assembly—had ever seen so many world-renowned experts gathered in one place. His words made Xia Yuanba and Gu Cang Zhenren both look surprised.
"Ah? But I want to stay with Brother Yun," Feng Xue'er said, puzzled.
"I know." Yun Che smiled gently. "But you are still a member of the Fenghuang God Sect, and the most important Snow Princess at that. The Demon Sword Assembly has gathered all the strongest profound practitioners and powers of the Tian Xuan Continent. If, under the watchful eyes of everyone, you were to sit with another power's seat, it would certainly be a blow to the Fenghuang God Sect's prestige, and your father and the others would surely be affected. So..."
Yun Che's reasoning was sound. Feng Xue'er looked disappointed, but immediately smiled happily: "I'll do as Brother Yun says. Brother Yun not only treats Xue'er well but also considers my sect's interests. When Father and the others learn of this, they will surely be moved."
The four quickly flew up to the Sea God Platform. Feng Xue'er followed the phoenix aura and soon located the Fenghuang God Sect's position, taking a seat beside Feng Hengkong.
Yun Che, guided by Gu Cang Zhenren, entered the Huangji Sacred Domain's seating area and sat side by side with Xia Yuanba in the last row.
Unsurprisingly, their arrival instantly drew the attention of all the experts present—especially Yun Che. Under the gaze of the entire assembly, even the noise fell silent for a moment.