Chapter 178: The Deathless Elder’s Astonishment!

The emperor shook his head repeatedly, intending to vent his anger on the youth, but the youth requested once more.

The emperor, unwilling to disappoint the young talents of the empire, agreed to his request and even promised him that upon his return, he could choose from his daughters.

He would have the chance to become the empire’s first human prince consort.

Upon hearing this, the youth was overjoyed, though he hid it well and didn’t show it.

With a leap, he led dozens of cultivators below the Immortal King Realm into the forbidden land.

The forbidden land, ruled by the emperor, was not as simple as it seemed.

As soon as they entered, only two figures remained.

One was the empire’s prince, the other was the youth.

The youth, with his brilliant mind, became the leader of the prince.

The two ventured deep into the forbidden land, slaying gods and Buddhas alike, turning those merciless killing machines into playthings for two not-so-powerful individuals.

Even when faced with stronger opponents, they devised plans to kill them and bring back their inner crystals.

Finally.

In the hidden depths of the forbidden land, they encountered the legendary emperor.

The emperor was the ruler, and this forbidden land was under his control.

Able to sense everything, the emperor turned these two cultivators into his playthings.

He hadn’t seen such individuals in years, and in a moment of whimsy, decided not to kill them, setting up several challenges for them to face.

The prince nearly perished at the third challenge due to exhaustion.

The youth saved the prince with promises made to the emperor.

The youth was to become a prince consort, and the prince was naturally his brother-in-law. Not saving him would be unreasonable, and upon return, the empire’s ruler wouldn’t spare him.

Thus.

Months later, the youth overcame all challenges, earning the emperor’s recognition.

Not only did he learn unparalleled techniques, but upon returning, the empire’s ruler kept his promise, making him a royal prince consort.

He was Ling Feng, the Ancient Body of the human race.

However.

Having obtained the techniques, Ling Feng’s ambitions grew, and the position of prince consort no longer satisfied him.

After all, in the forbidden land, the emperor had promised to take him as a disciple if he stayed, personally teaching him his life’s work. But considering his human identity, Ling Feng hesitated and refused.

Upon his return, he caused a sensation, becoming a leader of the younger generation.

Families that had previously allied with him extended olive branches once more, knowing that befriending a youth who escaped unscathed from the emperor was invaluable.

Even if he had escaped.

Then.

Ling Feng entered the royal court, allying with restless ministers, plotting the royal treasures.

But the ruler’s senses were keen, giving him no chance.

Upon discovering this, the empire’s ruler killed all rebellious ministers but spared Ling Feng, not even meeting him.

Until later, when Ling Feng stood at the world’s pinnacle.

And the royal ruler became his stepping stone.

“Such a person, even facing plot twists, shouldn’t be in such dire straits…”

Lin Ao Tian thought.

Meanwhile.

Ling Feng seemed to sense something, his blood-covered eyes glimpsing a faint figure.

“Lin… Lin Ao Tian…”

Ling Feng looked at the distant, spotless white-robed youth, a hint of joy in his eyes.

But it quickly vanished.

“What am I thinking?”

“Even Liu Ruyan is helpless… what can he do?”

At this moment, in mid-air.

Liu Ruyan also saw the suddenly appearing Lin Ao Tian.

Her long-held anxiety finally eased.

Whoosh…!

Thankfully… he finally arrived.

Liu Ruyan didn’t believe Lin Ao Tian could resolve a quasi-Immortal Emperor, as reincarnation couldn’t grant peak power in such a short time.

For instance, Lin Ao Tian was only at the peak of the Saint Realm.

But!

An Immortal Emperor exists!!

With many incredible means!

For example, Lin Ao Tian’s sudden appearance, even she hadn’t noticed.

As for the woman in the ghost mask, whom Liu Ruyan initially pinned her hopes on.

Everyone heard her conversation with the Deathless Elder.

She couldn’t act!

Meanwhile.

The Deathless Elder’s aged eyelids twitched slightly.

Then, he slowly turned around.

His pitch-black eyes fixed on the distant white-robed youth.

His expression was solemn.

His heart filled with shock!

When did this child appear?

Even I didn’t notice.

Void laws?

Xing/Movement Secret?

At such a young age, mastering these profound laws to this extent.

Who is he in the Immortal Realm?

Donghuang… or Yuan Emperor!

After speculating, the Deathless Elder had no conclusion.

But he knew, whoever it was, they had the power to kill him!

He didn’t want to be enemies with Lin Ao Tian, but they served different masters.

The Deathless Elder’s demeanor was seen by the five figures in the sky, all showing astonished expressions.

“This…”

“Is the Ancestor wary of him?”

“How is that possible!!!”

Immortal King Qian Yuan was shocked, unable to hold back.

However, the other three peak Immortal Kings and Blood Ancestor remained silent, their faces solemn.

Blood Ancestor’s gaze focused, looking at the bound Nolan, deep in thought.

He had suspected before that the youth Nolan knelt to was no ordinary person!

Otherwise, how could someone as proud as him kneel?

But Lin Ao Tian had always shown peak Saint Realm strength, even if he killed a supreme in the Ancient Imperial City, it wasn’t enough!

Yet this didn’t diminish Blood Ancestor’s regard for him.

“Could it be intentional?”

“Planning a trap?”

Thinking this, Blood Ancestor’s heart trembled, already considering retreat.

Whatever the reason, it was beyond his capacity.

At this moment.

In mid-air, Nolan, bound by the Deathless Elder’s supreme laws, showed joy upon seeing Lin Ao Tian.

“My king…”

He respectfully whispered in his heart.

But he couldn’t break free.

Beside him, Yu Tuo looked at the old man’s expression in disbelief.

Master…

She didn’t know the Deathless Elder well, but they were master and disciple.

Even facing a quasi-Immortal Emperor, her master wouldn’t show such wariness.

Then, she looked at the white-robed youth again, fear in her eyes.

He…

Nolan’s king!

Suddenly, she had an unrealistic thought.

Could Nolan’s previous words be true?

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