Jiang Bihuai pondered for a moment and said:

"Two Guardians went in, one is from Baiyun State Guardian Hall, Fang Che, who recently became the King level Battle Champion in the friendship match between Wei Wo Zheng Sect and the Guardians’ younger generation, known as the World’s First King. The other is Dongyun Yu from Baiyun Martial Academy. I later inquired separately, and Dongyun Yu has not yet taken a position in the Guardian Hall, at least not currently."

"And those who went in from the Wei Wo Zheng Sect are leading figures of the younger generation, the First Young Master Feng Yun, and another is Wei Wo Zheng Sect’s First Eldest Princess, Yan Beihan."

Jiang Bihuai reported with great humility.

"World’s First King... First Young Master, First Eldest Princess..."

The Heavenly Emperor and Earth Lord exchanged a glance.

Both had the same thought in mind: "Even if Dongyun Yu is not considered, the fortune tied to these three individuals is top-notch!"

Could the issue lie here?

The two furrowed their brows, lost in thought.

"How did they each perform inside?"

The Heavenly Emperor asked with deep interest.

Jiang Bihuai thought carefully and answered:

"Feng Yun’s performance was particularly outstanding, with deep cunning and a gracious demeanor, showing a general’s poise, not hesitating when it was time to act. But his ability to assess the situation was also remarkable, with a steady mind and unique vision. To me, he exuded leadership qualities. He is definitely a remarkable man of his generation!"

"Yan Beihan gave a similar impression to Feng Yun, slightly more naive, but whether acting on her own or coordinating with Feng Yun, she was always spot on. Moreover, Yan Beihan is a woman who knows how to utilize a woman’s innate attributes, such as when she cunningly used a woman’s wiles to snatch Spiritual Medicine from Guardian Fang Che."

"In other words, Yan Beihan knows what she needs, and how to obtain it. She can fight like a man but will not abandon her gender advantages and knows how to make use of them."

"These two people... going up against them is equally dangerous. I wouldn’t want to face Feng Yun or Yan Beihan as there’s no certainty. They both are decisive, clear-cut, and have a clear purpose, including in planning their own lives long-term. Also, they’re both very young."

Jiang Bihuai spoke in detail.

Greatly praising.

The Heavenly Emperor and Earth Lord slowly nodded, their expressions grave.

Life goals and long-term planning are very clear.

These words seem like just a normal statement, but for someone who truly experiences the ways of Jianghu, it’s clear how rare this is!

In the vast world of mortals, from ancient times to the present, there are countless young people; but how many can have a clear idea of their life’s goals and lifelong pursuits at the peak of their youth?

Who doesn’t lower their standards and shrink their goals after being battered by the world?

In the end, living in a way they most despised?

Identity and status are one thing, but ability is more important. If you have that status but lack the ability, it will be even more uncomfortable.

And people like Yan Beihan and Feng Yun can already be called the Dragon and Phoenix among humans.

The Heavenly Emperor nodded, having understood.

He said, "Then, what about Fang Che and Dongyun Yu?"

Jiang Bihuai frowned thoughtfully, "For Dongyun Yu, there’s not much to say, his mouth is very foul, but his cultivation is decent..."

As he said this, the Heavenly Emperor understood and interrupted, "Then specifically talk about Fang Che."

"Fang Che gave me a very strange feeling, he didn’t initially show any sign of strength. After entering the Yin Yang Netherworld, he was noticed because of Dongyun Yu, who was being chased by a Wolf demon, calling for Fang Che to save him. Dongyun Yu’s performance was already impressive, yet he needed Fang Che’s help, so I paid attention."

"Afterwards, it was complete chaos in the Yin Yang Realm, but throughout, Fang Che was never encountered."

"It was only after coming out that I saw him, just as he interrupted Yin Yunxiao’s desperate momentum, his timing was very clever."

Jiang Bihuai said, "At that time I somewhat looked down on him, but later on, reflecting carefully, this Fang Che must have been quietly gaining wealth, hiding his strength and biding his time, ultimately taking even the rings out and gaining more than seventy percent of the ring space."

"And our trial ring this time, the space is very large, almost able to hold a mountain."

"So I realized I misjudged and reviewed it."

He recounted the situation at that time.

The Earth Lord’s face turned black and unreadable upon hearing the ordeal of the Underworld disciples.

But that was the factual course, which had to be heard.

Not only hear, but also analyze carefully.

"...Throughout this entire event, Fang Che’s presence wasn’t very strong, occasionally speaking a few words, then going silent, but at critical moments, he would say a few words, and then immediately fall silent again. His effect didn’t seem significant. But every word he said seemed to have a subtle effect of stirring things up, and from Yin Yunxiao’s perspective, it might be even clearer. I think this Fang Che has a very malicious intent."

Jiang Bihuai said.

The Earth Lord, with a dark face, said, "Yin Yunxiao clashing with Wei Wo Zheng Sect is exactly what Fang Che as a Guardian would hope for, why wouldn’t he nudge it along."

Though feeling displeased, as a sect leader, he saw things clearly.

If it were him, he would do the same!

"Yin Yunxiao demanded the ring from Feng Yun, Feng Yun’s response was very strange at that time. It felt like he was three-tenths guilty of having snatched it, and seven-tenths framed. But he didn’t defend himself, instead directly confronting it."

The Heavenly Emperor said flatly, "And you believe he shouldn’t have confronted it?"

"No. If it were me, I would directly confront it as well."

Jiang Bihuai said, "I understand his thoughts, I am considering the possibility of him being seven-tenths framed. Was it done by Fang Che?"

The Heavenly Emperor frowned, "Why do you say that?"

"Fang Che took too much out. More than seventy percent of the ring space! On what basis?"

Jiang Bihuai said, "This is what I am considering."

The Heavenly Emperor and Earth Lord exchanged a glance, neither reaching a conclusion.

With a wave of the hand, "You may leave, rest well, and for the fallen disciples’ families, go visit them more often. Ziwei, send a few Star Lords to oversee this matter... ah, the Heavenly Palace has to hold a funeral again, what a pity for these disciples."

"Don’t worry, boss."

Ziwei Star Lord led his people out.

Finally, only the Heavenly Emperor and Earth Lord remained.

"What do you think?"

"What do I think? Our Underworld has been wiped clean; what do I think?" The Earth Lord replied crossly.

"Do you want me to get you some?"

"No. What would I be then? A beggar?"

"You’re still so stubborn."

"I can’t help it."

The Earth Lord stood up: "I bid farewell now, I need to go back and see over there. After all, with King Chu Jiang gone, this has caused quite a stir."

"Come by often."

"Alright."

The Earth Lord walked to the door, then finally turned back to seriously remind: "Never go ambush Duan Xiyang!" 𝕗𝕣𝐞𝐞𝘄𝐞𝚋𝚗𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹.𝚌𝕠𝚖

"I know."

The Heavenly Emperor smiled.

He watched as the Earth Lord disappeared.

The smile on the Heavenly Emperor’s face disappeared as well.

The steadiness from earlier was merely forced control, but with so many people dying suddenly, all of them elites from various families, the impact of this matter must be seriously addressed even by the Heavenly Palace.

"Duan Xiyang!"

The Heavenly Emperor frowned, contemplating carefully.

"Can’t intercept and kill?"

He raised his head, thinking.

Then he took out the Communication Jade and activated his Soul Power, starting to send a message.

"I’ve heard recently Duan Xiyang has been chasing your people all over the world?"

The message quickly returned from the other side: "Lord Heavenly Emperor, do you perhaps have any ideas?"

"Can you still hold on?"

"And what if we can’t? That’s Duan Xiyang after all."

"With so many experts, haven’t you thought of counterattacking? Taking down Duan Xiyang instead?"

"As long as Lord Heavenly Emperor supports, that wouldn’t be difficult."

The Heavenly Emperor thought for a while, then said: "Keep in touch."

The other side immediately fell silent too.

The connection was cut off.

The Heavenly Emperor sighed, his hands behind his back as he returned to the palace.

This matter... still better wait for the other side to approach. When the time comes, just one word from him, and an ambush targeting Duan Xiyang could be arranged.

But the Heavenly Emperor always felt uneasy in his heart.

Thus he hesitated.

He should seek out those from the Heavenly Palace who had participated in the siege against Duan Xiyang and learn more about the situation before making a decision.

...

And when various mountain sects returned, without exception, each sect was in shock.

So many have died!

So little has been gained!

With the disciples crying and recounting as they separated from the main force on the way, and various statements made after returning.

Each major sect fell into chaos.

The cries spread from point to point.

That was the families of the deceased crying.

"This time, the people from the Heavenly Palace and Underworld didn’t tell us how to avoid disaster... and inside, the losses were heavy..."

"The people from the Underworld started off the most aggressively in robbing, but later were killed by our cooperation..."

"The Heavenly Palace and Underworld are too despicable, too base..."

As the disciples narrated, the elders’ faces turned increasingly darker, their frowns deepening.

Netherworld Palace.

Lan Xinxue reported on the journey after returning.

But her report made the disciples who had entered together unhappy: How could you be filled with misunderstandings?

Was the Underworld tricking us still a misunderstanding?

Thus, many demanded to speak.

Qingming Palace, leading disciple Shi Changjian: "The Underworld... despicable, shameless, filthy to the extreme, I swear to be its enemy for life! To avenge the innocent brothers who died tragically!"

Following him, Qingming Palace disciples: "Irreconcilable opposition! Avenge and seek justice!"

Futu Mountain Sect.

"Only six returned?" The sect leader was somewhat staggering.

Among those who entered were his two most beloved great-grandchildren.

This time, they were gone.

"It’s all the Underworld’s fault..."

Of course, the loudest commotion was from the Hanjian Mountain Sect.

Chief disciple Luo Feiyu: "...This time, the losses were heavy. I suggest everyone should retreat and cultivate. In the future, such tragedies must never occur again. We must take warning."

"Senior Luo, what about the blood feud of our fallen brothers and sisters? Won’t we avenge it?"

"Junior disciple, our Hanjian Mountain Sect... that’s the Underworld, Heavenly Palace, Wei Wo Zheng Sect... We must preserve ourselves and gain cultivation before..."