'Something's off about this person,' Mo Hao thought, his brows furrowing as he sensed a growing hint of aversion within him.
"Greetings, My Lord!" Zhu Zhihai and the others bowed in unison, their expressions brimming with profound reverence.
Yet, deep within them, lingering concerns persisted.
This was because Jiang Chen, despite ranking first in strength on the Immortal Martial Continent and having successively killed two Transcendence realm demons, was now facing several cultivators of the Transcendence realm.
"These people call you 'My Lord'? You're the leader of the Immortal Martial Continent?" Shao Ji raised an eyebrow as he sized up Jiang Chen from head to toe. A trace of contempt flashed in his eyes, nearly undetectable.
The esteemed leader of the Immortal Martial Continent was merely a young man in the Early-stage Transcendence realm? Truly unexpected!
It made one wonder how the Immortal Martial Continent had even managed to fend off the invasion from the Myriad Demons Continent.
Previously, Shao Ji and his companions had harbored some apprehensions about the Immortal Martial Continent's power. But seeing its strongest figure was merely an Early-stage Transcendence realm cultivator, those concerns now seemed laughable.
"That's correct, I am Jiang Chen," said Jiang Chen, his expression calm as he scanned the crowd. "Currently, I am the number one genius, the top expert, and the leader of the entire Immortal Martial Continent."
Shao Ji and the others instantly responded with a cold sneer upon hearing this statement.
A mere Early-stage Transcendence realm cultivator speaking with such grandiosity and arrogance!
"Hahaha," Shao Ji burst into hearty laughter, folding his hands in front of him as he turned toward Jiang Chen. "So you're Jiang Chen, the Immortal Martial Continent's number one expert."
"Should the opportunity arise, we'll certainly seek to learn from your expertise," he added.
"But for now, our focus is on weeding out the troublemaker among us. I'd appreciate it if you could prepare detailed information about both the Immortal Martial Continent and the demon race. Given your status, I expect the intelligence will be quite precise and clear."
"After we've dealt with that troublemaker Mo Hao, I trust you will have everything prepared for us." Though his tone seemed polite, it came dangerously close to issuing a command for Jiang Chen.
Given their combined strength, the four could easily dominate the Immortal Martial Continent. To them, Jiang Chen seemed inconsequential.
Yet, a scene that left everyone stunned unfolded.
"A troublemaker? Not necessarily, in my view," Jiang Chen spoke, his expression serene as he looked around, unafraid.
"At present, the Immortal Martial Continent faces the demon race's menace, and the situation is dire. Your assistance from the Prosperous Stone Immortal Star is much appreciated."
"But if your intention is to bully the weak and incite internal strife on my turf, that I cannot ignore."
"Out of respect for me, I hope you will turn your weapons into gifts of friendship. If issues arise, we can discuss them sitting down—no need for violence."
He then turned to Shao Ji, adding, "Wouldn't you agree, Daoist friend?"
Who could have imagined that Jiang Chen would dare speak so boldly? With his combat capabilities at the Early-stage Transcendence realm, what gave him such audacity?
Cold laughter erupted from Shao Ji and his companions.
Meanwhile, Zhu Zhihai and the others internally fretted but outwardly remained composed, nodding in agreement.
In their hearts, loyalty to Jiang Chen was paramount; if it meant dying alongside him in battle, they would have no regrets.
As for Mo Hao, his eyes darted between Jiang Chen and the group led by Shao Ji.
To him, Shao Ji and his companions were clear adversaries, while Jiang Chen gave him an unsettling vibe.
The tension between Shao Ji and Jiang Chen actually pleased him.
But these were merely his inner thoughts.
Since Jiang Chen had spoken up on his behalf, Mo Hao deemed it inappropriate to take actions that could harm him, abiding by the saying, 'One shouldn't harm someone who is being helpful.'
At that moment, a voice sneered, "Heh heh! Jiang Chen, is it? Don't overestimate yourself!"
"Who exactly do you think you are? The Immortal Martial Continent's number one genius and expert? Ha! You're nothing but the largest turtle in a muddy pond, yet you act like a king. How laughable."
"Step aside. Don't interfere as we deal with the troublemaker, or you'll find yourself in our way too."
Cold smiles appeared on the faces of Shao Ji and the other three Transcendence realm cultivators. Their gazes toward Jiang Chen were full of contempt.
"You! How could you be so despicable!" Disbelief and incredulity clouded Jiang Chen's face. "That Daoist friend is also a human cultivator. Amidst the demon race invasion, any grudges should take a back seat to dealing with them!"
This statement prompted another round of cold laughter from Shao Ji and his companions.
"Daoist friend Jiang Chen," Mo Hao finally broke his silence, shaking his head toward Jiang Chen. "You don't need to get involved; they're here specifically for me."
"It's fine! One draws their sword to help when they see injustice on the road," Jiang Chen responded, shaking his head and wearing an expression of righteousness. "At this critical juncture for the Immortal Martial Continent, I absolutely won't allow them to kill you."
"Heh!" A disdainful snort resounded. "Are you naive, or just foolish?"
"With a disposition like yours, I truly wonder how you rose to lead the Immortal Martial Continent?"
"If you insist on allying with Mo Hao, don't fault us for showing no restraint and targeting you too. The Immortal Martial Continent has no shortage of people; we don't need you for detailed information."
Noticing that Jiang Chen remained defiant, as if he were the sworn enemy of evil, Shao Ji and his companions instantly lost their patience, their killing intent surging!
"Daoist friend Jiang Chen, you truly don't need to interfere," Mo Hao said, furrowing his brows.
"I can handle these people on my own!" Despite his initial reservations about Jiang Chen, Mo Hao didn't want him to risk his life on his account.
"No, there's no need to act tough!" Jiang Chen shook his head solemnly.
"These individuals aim to kill fellow cultivators, completely forsaking their humanity. Allow me to deal with them," he declared with resolve.
"Ahahaha!" Another voice burst into mocking laughter. "He thinks he can handle us!"
"It's laughable! An Early-stage Transcendence realm cultivator, talking about killing the four of us—it's sheer fantasy!"
"I'm genuinely curious how someone at the Early-stage Transcendence realm from the Immortal Martial Continent could even scratch us!"
Shao Ji and his companions erupted in disdainful laughter, completely dismissing Jiang Chen.
'Forget it,' Mo Hao thought, 'there's no point in worrying about him anymore.'
'The pill's effects are time-limited; I should act now!' With this realization, he prepared to make his move.
But just as Mo Hao got ready to act, Jiang Chen roared, "A bunch of scum! I'll slaughter you all!" and launched the first strike.
His hands clenched, raised high, and then slashed down with immense force!
At that moment, a potent aura of the Late-stage Transcendence realm burst forth from him!
Various energies of the Great Dao encircled him, the Sword Dao being the most conspicuous and lethal among them.
Furthermore, the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword materialized in Jiang Chen's hand out of nowhere!
He employed a combination of the Falling Sun Nine Heavens Mystic Art and the Death Attraction Nine Tribulations Sword Technique.
In an instant, Jiang Chen channeled all his might through the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword!
A sword light, surpassing the capabilities of a typical Late-stage Transcendence realm, immediately engulfed Shao Ji and his companions.
'Something's off about this person,' Mo Hao thought, his brows furrowing as he sensed a growing hint of aversion within him.
"Greetings, My Lord!" Zhu Zhihai and the others bowed in unison, their expressions brimming with profound reverence.
Yet, deep within them, lingering concerns persisted.
This was because Jiang Chen, despite ranking first in strength on the Immortal Martial Continent and having successively killed two Transcendence realm demons, was now facing several cultivators of the Transcendence realm.
"These people call you 'My Lord'? You're the leader of the Immortal Martial Continent?" Shao Ji raised an eyebrow as he sized up Jiang Chen from head to toe. A trace of contempt flashed in his eyes, nearly undetectable.
The esteemed leader of the Immortal Martial Continent was merely a young man in the Early-stage Transcendence realm? Truly unexpected!
It made one wonder how the Immortal Martial Continent had even managed to fend off the invasion from the Myriad Demons Continent.
Previously, Shao Ji and his companions had harbored some apprehensions about the Immortal Martial Continent's power. But seeing its strongest figure was merely an Early-stage Transcendence realm cultivator, those concerns now seemed laughable.
"That's correct, I am Jiang Chen," said Jiang Chen, his expression calm as he scanned the crowd. "Currently, I am the number one genius, the top expert, and the leader of the entire Immortal Martial Continent."
Shao Ji and the others instantly responded with a cold sneer upon hearing this statement.
A mere Early-stage Transcendence realm cultivator speaking with such grandiosity and arrogance!
"Hahaha," Shao Ji burst into hearty laughter, folding his hands in front of him as he turned toward Jiang Chen. "So you're Jiang Chen, the Immortal Martial Continent's number one expert."
"Should the opportunity arise, we'll certainly seek to learn from your expertise," he added.
"But for now, our focus is on weeding out the troublemaker among us. I'd appreciate it if you could prepare detailed information about both the Immortal Martial Continent and the demon race. Given your status, I expect the intelligence will be quite precise and clear."
"After we've dealt with that troublemaker Mo Hao, I trust you will have everything prepared for us." Though his tone seemed polite, it came dangerously close to issuing a command for Jiang Chen.
Given their combined strength, the four could easily dominate the Immortal Martial Continent. To them, Jiang Chen seemed inconsequential.
Yet, a scene that left everyone stunned unfolded.
"A troublemaker? Not necessarily, in my view," Jiang Chen spoke, his expression serene as he looked around, unafraid.
"At present, the Immortal Martial Continent faces the demon race's menace, and the situation is dire. Your assistance from the Prosperous Stone Immortal Star is much appreciated."
"But if your intention is to bully the weak and incite internal strife on my turf, that I cannot ignore."
"Out of respect for me, I hope you will turn your weapons into gifts of friendship. If issues arise, we can discuss them sitting down—no need for violence."
He then turned to Shao Ji, adding, "Wouldn't you agree, Daoist friend?"
Who could have imagined that Jiang Chen would dare speak so boldly? With his combat capabilities at the Early-stage Transcendence realm, what gave him such audacity?
Cold laughter erupted from Shao Ji and his companions.
Meanwhile, Zhu Zhihai and the others internally fretted but outwardly remained composed, nodding in agreement.
In their hearts, loyalty to Jiang Chen was paramount; if it meant dying alongside him in battle, they would have no regrets.
As for Mo Hao, his eyes darted between Jiang Chen and the group led by Shao Ji.
To him, Shao Ji and his companions were clear adversaries, while Jiang Chen gave him an unsettling vibe.
The tension between Shao Ji and Jiang Chen actually pleased him.
But these were merely his inner thoughts.
Since Jiang Chen had spoken up on his behalf, Mo Hao deemed it inappropriate to take actions that could harm him, abiding by the saying, 'One shouldn't harm someone who is being helpful.'
At that moment, a voice sneered, "Heh heh! Jiang Chen, is it? Don't overestimate yourself!"
"Who exactly do you think you are? The Immortal Martial Continent's number one genius and expert? Ha! You're nothing but the largest turtle in a muddy pond, yet you act like a king. How laughable."
"Step aside. Don't interfere as we deal with the troublemaker, or you'll find yourself in our way too."
Cold smiles appeared on the faces of Shao Ji and the other three Transcendence realm cultivators. Their gazes toward Jiang Chen were full of contempt.
"You! How could you be so despicable!" Disbelief and incredulity clouded Jiang Chen's face. "That Daoist friend is also a human cultivator. Amidst the demon race invasion, any grudges should take a back seat to dealing with them!"
This statement prompted another round of cold laughter from Shao Ji and his companions.
"Daoist friend Jiang Chen," Mo Hao finally broke his silence, shaking his head toward Jiang Chen. "You don't need to get involved; they're here specifically for me."
"It's fine! One draws their sword to help when they see injustice on the road," Jiang Chen responded, shaking his head and wearing an expression of righteousness. "At this critical juncture for the Immortal Martial Continent, I absolutely won't allow them to kill you."
"Heh!" A disdainful snort resounded. "Are you naive, or just foolish?"
"With a disposition like yours, I truly wonder how you rose to lead the Immortal Martial Continent?"
"If you insist on allying with Mo Hao, don't fault us for showing no restraint and targeting you too. The Immortal Martial Continent has no shortage of people; we don't need you for detailed information."
Noticing that Jiang Chen remained defiant, as if he were the sworn enemy of evil, Shao Ji and his companions instantly lost their patience, their killing intent surging!
"Daoist friend Jiang Chen, you truly don't need to interfere," Mo Hao said, furrowing his brows.
"I can handle these people on my own!" Despite his initial reservations about Jiang Chen, Mo Hao didn't want him to risk his life on his account.
"No, there's no need to act tough!" Jiang Chen shook his head solemnly.
"These individuals aim to kill fellow cultivators, completely forsaking their humanity. Allow me to deal with them," he declared with resolve.
"Ahahaha!" Another voice burst into mocking laughter. "He thinks he can handle us!"
"It's laughable! An Early-stage Transcendence realm cultivator, talking about killing the four of us—it's sheer fantasy!"
"I'm genuinely curious how someone at the Early-stage Transcendence realm from the Immortal Martial Continent could even scratch us!"
Shao Ji and his companions erupted in disdainful laughter, completely dismissing Jiang Chen.
'Forget it,' Mo Hao thought, 'there's no point in worrying about him anymore.'
'The pill's effects are time-limited; I should act now!' With this realization, he prepared to make his move.
But just as Mo Hao got ready to act, Jiang Chen roared, "A bunch of scum! I'll slaughter you all!" and launched the first strike.
His hands clenched, raised high, and then slashed down with immense force!
At that moment, a potent aura of the Late-stage Transcendence realm burst forth from him!
Various energies of the Great Dao encircled him, the Sword Dao being the most conspicuous and lethal among them.
Furthermore, the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword materialized in Jiang Chen's hand out of nowhere!
He employed a combination of the Falling Sun Nine Heavens Mystic Art and the Death Attraction Nine Tribulations Sword Technique.
In an instant, Jiang Chen channeled all his might through the Purple Heaven Immortal Martial Sword!
A sword light, surpassing the capabilities of a typical Late-stage Transcendence realm, immediately engulfed Shao Ji and his companions.
