After Lin Feng and Qian Hua received the secret letter, they hurriedly rushed back. The gist of the message was that the other side would make a move at midnight, and it was the order given by the Sect Leader, suggesting that the black-clad men were about to take action again.

This time, it’s highly likely that the black-clad men would deploy their entire force, recalling the grim scenes of black-clad men allied with the Desolate Realm army to surprise attack the Six Great Sects’ camp in the desert, which clearly demonstrated their dominance.

Even though they don’t have the Desolate Realm army to assist this time, the bandits scattered across the mountains are no simple presence. Both sides combined as one, launching an attack on the Taoxuan Heavenly Sect. How could it withstand? Since the battle in Peace City, the Six Great Sects had suffered heavy casualties, and now they don’t even have half the strength they once had. Taoxuan Heavenly Sect has lost its Sect Leader, leaving only some miscellaneous disciples; how could they withstand a meticulously planned attack by the black-clad men?

It seems the enemy has planned this operation for a long time, certainly not something thought up in the last few days. It may have been planned even before the Desolate Realm battle, just waiting for a chance to seize the Soul Devices when the disciples of the Six Great Sects are dead or injured and a couple of them have lost their Sect Leader. Lin Feng realized this, feeling a chill in his heart, realizing this Sect Leader was no ordinary person; otherwise, they wouldn’t be able to have such a strategy.

What Lin Feng did not know was that Chang Xuan Lord was killed by this black-clad Sect Leader at the campsite in the grove outside Peace City. The purpose was for today’s...

Inside the splendid palace, the Emperor of the Human Realm was admiring the song and dance.

At this time, a minister walked in and said to the Emperor, "Long live the Emperor, Yunzhou Marquis’s army has begun to retreat. Yu Wenhe Great General, with peerless courage, has turned the tide, and Yuhua City will soon be recaptured, raising the prestige of Great Zhou."

"Hahaha, indeed my left and right arm. Quickly deliver my decree, immediately select ten beautiful palace women and reward Yu Wenhe."

"Your Majesty’s grace is vast, I will do it at once."

After speaking, the minister withdrew from the main hall, leaving the Emperor to enjoy with the women.

After Lin Feng and Qian Hua obtained the clues, they rode back on Spiritual Horses.

At this time, they happened to encounter Liu Qian, and thus gathered Liu Qian and everyone together to meet the Sect Leader.

At this time, Lin Feng, Qian Hua, Liu Qian, and the capable woman, all four went together to the Taoxuan Heavenly Sect’s main hall to report the situation to the Sect Leader.

Meanwhile, other female disciples of Phoenix Cliff were on the square with disciples from the Immortal Sect practicing Martial Arts, acting as if they weren’t aware of the impending doom.

Lin Feng intentionally did not tell them, as the matter was of paramount importance, to avoid leaks, and thus was not suitable for widespread announcement. Moreover, the major sects had already lost more than half; if the news of the imminent large-scale attack by the black-clad men were spread now, unnecessary panic would certainly ensue, which might lead to counterproductive outcomes.

The acting Sect Leader arrived at the hall, and Lin Feng stood below. By rights, seats should be arranged for Lin Feng and the others, but the situation was urgent, so such details were omitted.

The acting Sect Leader went straight to the point upon arrival: "Is it true this time?"

Lin Feng looked at the person, who asked directly. The acting Sect Leader also dismissed everyone around, discussing with Lin Feng and his people.

Lin Feng explained the ins and outs to the Sect Leader and also explained his suspicion that this matter had likely been operational for half a year, and the mastermind was aiming to seize the five Soul Devices from the hands of the Sect Leaders when the Six Great Sects suffered heavy losses.

After Lin Feng finished his reasoning, everyone present, including the acting Sect Leader, was shocked.

Having absorbed Lin Feng’s words, the Taoxuan Heavenly Sect’s acting Sect Leader said, "So to say, the Peace City Desolate Realm’s attack, along with the previous court order from the Six Great Sects to assist the court in pushing back the enemy army, all of this is a massive conspiracy. Such a conspiracy was to let our Six Great Sects suffer destruction, nearly extinct, and then personally take the five Soul Devices!"

The acting Sect Leader’s expression was extremely surprised, as if plunged into astonishment.

"Indeed."

Liu Qian also comprehended, tapping his palm with a folding fan.

The capable woman was grinding her teeth, furiously saying, "This cult! To seize the Soul Devices, they use such vicious methods. I must avenge the disciples of the Six Great Sects who died, offering sacrifice to the spirit of the deceased Sect Leaders watching from the heavens."

"How are the five Soul Devices of your Six Great Sects allocated?"

Lin Feng questioned the Sect Leader of the Taoxuan Heavenly Sect, his eyes full of doubt.

The other party replied, "My sect manages its Soul Devices itself; only one Soul Device is jointly managed by two sects."

"What is it?" Qian Hua promptly asked.

The Taoxuan acting Sect Leader waved his sleeve, then sighed and explained all the matters related to the five Divine Artifacts to Lin Feng and others. After all, such secrets are known only between the Six Great Sects, since the secrets of the five treasures are a great mystery.

Lin Feng and Qian Hua learned that the Soul Device jointly guarded by two sects was a treasure sword called "Space Cutter." The name was quite peculiar; it sounded odd, as if someone had nothing better to do and gave this Soul Device such a name. Legend has it the Space Cutter Sword resides inside the Tongling Pagoda built jointly by the two sects, and ordinary people are powerless to ascend, let alone seize the Soul Device.

Legend has it that three thousand years ago, there was a rumor. Beyond the Six Human Realms exists the Seventh Realm, a realm higher than any realm within the Six Realms, appearing like a utopia. No one has truly reached the Seventh Realm, possibly because those who reach it never return.

A thousand years ago, there was a great war in the Human Realm. At that time, the Earth Lord wanted to unify the world, except the Human Realm was unconquered. In the midst of the Human Realm’s dilemma, a young hero defeated the Earth Lord. But mysteriously, this young hero vanished, with some saying he went to the Seventh Realm to enjoy a good life, and others claiming he succumbed to severe injuries sustained during battle against the Earth Lord.

Over time, such rumors have become mere forgotten legends. Only a few people know this legend, and even those only laugh it off, taking it as nothing significant.

Just like when someone tells you about a utopia, who would believe it truly exists in the world?

Lin Feng has led the Six Great Sects to today, and he must continue to lead them forward. So tonight, Lin Feng cannot allow the black-clad men’s conspiracy to triumph; for the righteous path, Lin Feng decides to fight the rogues with full force.

Why would the Desolate Realm’s black-clad assassins be in the Human Realm and even infiltrate the various sects? What kind of conspiracy lies within these events, why has Su Liqian mysteriously disappeared, and why won’t she come out to see him?

Numerous questions swirled in Lin Feng’s mind, and he gave a smile.

"Could it be that you already know the black-clad men have extended their vile hands toward the Taoxuan Palace, and therefore rush here in such urgency?"

Lin Feng even suspected this was all caused by the mysterious figure beside Su Liqian, but regardless, all the mysteries will be solved today.

Lin Feng in the room unsheathed the Demon Suppressing Sword, considering the imminent assault by formidable foes. Whether the mysterious Sect Leader, who could kill Chang Xuan Lord, would appear tonight, and whether Su Liqian would show up?

Lin Feng pondered silently, wiping the sword in his hand, and said, "Old friend, it’s been a long time since you were used. Tonight, you’ll have to do me this favor."

Lin Feng understands that since Peace City, all this has been nothing more than a chess game setup by the mastermind, where the Six Great Sects and Yunzhou Marquis’s residence are merely pawns. Thinking of this, Lin Feng’s eyes are filled with killing intent, eager to avenge hundreds of deceased cultivators from the Six Great Sects and clear their unjust grievances. As the murderous thoughts arise, Lin Feng feels his body and mind gradually slipping out of control, as if something inside is trying to seize his spirit. Lin Feng swiftly sheathes the sword, immediately begins controlling his breath, to avoid falling unconscious.