Chapter 799: Sword Domain Young Master

"Oh? So it's Senior Gu." The four had just taken to the sky when a cheerful voice came from their right.

The newcomer appeared young, dressed in a green robe. He was of medium build with a very plain, unremarkable face. His profound energy aura was roughly at the late stage of the Tyrant Profound Realm, yet his face was filled with arrogance and wild ambition, despite being in the Supreme Ocean Palace, where powerful cultivators were as numerous as clouds.

He flew over unhurriedly, arriving before True Master Gu Cang, and bowed with cupped hands, saying, "This junior offers his respects."

"So it's the Young Sword Master," True Master Gu Cang nodded slightly, praising, "In just over a decade, the Young Sword Master's cultivation has progressed remarkably. Your esteemed father must be exceedingly pleased."

The three words "Young Sword Master" made both Yun Che and Xia Yuanba raise an eyebrow. The Young Master of the Heavenly Sword Villa... Xuanyuan Wendao!

"Hahahahaha," the young man laughed loudly. "Senior Gu Cang's praise truly makes this junior feel incredibly ashamed. Compared to your esteemed disciple, Junior Brother Xia, my meager cultivation is like the faint glow of the moon compared to a bright sun—utterly insignificant."

His words were humble and self-deprecating, yet his tone was full of arrogance. His gaze swept over Yun Che, Xia Yuanba, and Feng Xue'er one by one, his smile broadening. "Xia Yuanba of the Absolute Monarch Sanctuary, Princess Snow of the Divine Phoenix Sect, and Yun Che of the Ice Cloud Immortal Palace. You three are now famous throughout the Profound Sky Continent, widely acknowledged as the strongest young cultivators of this generation. I am Xuanyuan Wendao of the Heavenly Sword Villa, and I have long admired you all. It is truly an honor to meet all three of you at once today."

Xia Yuanba stepped slightly forward, about to utter a few polite words, but Xuanyuan Wendao seemed to ignore his gesture. His eyes fixed directly on Feng Xue'er as he continued, "Especially after hearing that Princess Snow not only possesses astonishing talent but also a beauty that can topple nations, earning her the title 'Number One Beauty of the Profound Sky Continent.' Such a heaven-bestowed appearance, if concealed by a mere veil, with its radiance hidden, would truly be a great pity. I wonder if you would be so kind as to allow me to glimpse the face of the Profound Sky Continent's most beautiful woman?"

In terms of profound energy cultivation, any one of Yun Che's trio far surpassed Xuanyuan Wendao. Yet, Xuanyuan Wendao showed no reverence in their presence, maintaining an air of natural superiority. This was because he was the son of Xuanyuan Wentian, the Young Sword Master of the Heavenly Sword Villa, and the future master of a Sacred Ground!

Mere arrogance might have been acceptable, given his status. But his demeanor and his words to Feng Xue'er were overtly rude! They even carried a sense of disdain and provocation.

True Master Gu Cang's brow twitched, and he turned slightly but remained silent. Outside of the Absolute Monarch Sanctuary, the Supreme Ocean Palace, Sun Moon Divine Hall, and Heavenly Sword Villa each had a Young Master. Among these three, Xuanyuan Wendao was the most inscrutable and cunning, much like his father, Xuanyuan Wentian. However, he was confident that Yun Che's abilities would allow him to easily handle Xuanyuan Wendao's provocations.

Xia Yuanba's brow furrowed, and he was on the verge of anger. If it had been anyone else, he wouldn't have bothered with Xuanyuan Wendao. But since the provocation was also directed at Yun Che and Feng Xue'er, his anger flared almost instantly... he cared little whether the man was a Young Sword Master of some villa.

Feng Xue'er said gently and calmly, "Xue'er is but of humble appearance, hardly worth looking at. I apologize if I have disappointed the Young Sword Master."

"My Xue'er naturally possesses a beauty that can topple nations." No sooner had Feng Xue'er finished speaking than Yun Che interjected coolly. With his arms crossed over his chest, he spoke to Xuanyuan Wendao, yet his gaze was lowered, not even glancing at him. "However, if you wish to see it, I can only give you one word."

"Oh?" Xuanyuan Wendao said with interest, "What wisdom does Palace Master Yun have to impart?"

Yun Che's gaze remained lowered, a faint, unreadable smile playing on his lips, and his voice was as cold as water: "Scram!"

At the utterance of that single word, the horsetail whisk in True Master Gu Cang's hand noticeably trembled. Both Feng Xue'er and Xia Yuanba were startled.

"Hahahahaha..." Xuanyuan Wendao was momentarily stunned, but rather than getting angry, he burst into laughter. "I've long heard that Palace Master Yun is incredibly arrogant, fearing nothing in the world, and that he doesn't even hold my Heavenly Sword Villa in his regard. Seeing it now, the rumors are indeed true. No wonder two of my villa's elders ended up disgraced and in a sorry state at Palace Master Yun's hands, and he even nearly killed the beloved daughter of my villa's Ninth Elder."

"Heh," Yun Che sneered softly, "Since you know that, why don't you hurry and scram far away? I can't guarantee I won't kill you right here!"

Xuanyuan Wendao's expression finally shifted slightly. He vaguely sensed that Yun Che's words were not merely a threat or a show of force, but that he genuinely might kill him on the spot! With Yun Che's strength, killing him would be effortless!

Although Xuanyuan Wentian had warned him not to approach Yun Che before the Devil Sword Convention and to avoid making him feel any anomaly, upon seeing Yun Che just now, he couldn't resist approaching to display his authority as Young Sword Master. Half of it was out of pity for Yun Che, who was about to become their plaything, and the other half was to witness the true face of Feng Xue'er, the "Number One Beauty of the Profound Sky Continent." However, he had forgotten that among the many rumors about Yun Che, the most frequently repeated one was that he was "a lunatic who would do anything"!

Killing the Young Master of the Heavenly Sword Villa... no one dared to do such a thing, or even voice the thought; they wouldn't even conceive of it. But Yun Che was definitely an exception! He had even challenged the entire Divine Phoenix Sect alone! So, suddenly attacking and killing the Young Sword Master here in the Supreme Ocean Palace... what reason would he have not to?

Under the surge of alarm in his heart, Xuanyuan Wendao's imposing aura rapidly withered. His previous overwhelming arrogance was completely shattered 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 cowered. Faced with Yun Che's words and the subtle killing intent, he, who normally held little fear even for the Four Sacred Masters, dared not utter a single harsh word before leaving, fearing he might provoke this "lunatic" Yun Che, who completely defied conventional reasoning.

After traveling a considerable distance, Xuanyuan Wendao turned back and said indifferently, "Palace Master Yun, I forgot to congratulate you on surviving the Moon Slaughtering Devil's Den. It would have been truly regrettable if you had missed this Devil Sword Convention. I trust this convention will be an unforgettable experience for you."

Turning his face away, Xuanyuan Wendao's expression instantly became distorted. He gnashed his teeth and growled, "I've lived for so many years, and I've never encountered such an arrogant fellow!" "Yun Che... I originally felt pity for you, but since you are actively seeking death, this Young Master will personally and generously grant you the fate you deserve!"

Xuanyuan Wendao retreated in disarray. Xia Yuanba asked in surprise, "Brother-in-law, is there some enmity between you and him?"

True Master Gu Cang also turned his face towards them.

Yun Che pondered for a moment, then slowly shook his head. "Let's go to the Seagod Platform first. This matter... you will understand soon enough."

"Oh!" Xia Yuanba nodded, then sighed, "Brother-in-law, that man is the Young Master of the Heavenly Sword Villa, the future master of a Sacred Ground. I doubt anyone else in the world has ever spoken to him like that besides you, brother-in-law... and I felt like you were truly going to kill him just now."

"Let's go," True Master Gu Cang said. "Judging by the auras, most of the world's powerful figures have already arrived. We're running a bit late."

The Seagod Platform, or perhaps "Seagod Island," was a floating island in the center of the Supreme Ocean Palace, an island floating above other floating islands. Normally, it served as a training and testing ground for the Palace's disciples, but today it was the venue for the Devil Sword Convention, preparations for which had begun months ago.

Tens of thousands of seats were arranged around the Seagod Platform, not directly above it, but floating at its edges. Although suspended in the void, they were as stable as if supported by invisible pillars. Even a profound master would find it quite difficult to destroy them.

The closer they got to the Seagod Platform, the more terrifying the aura emanating from the powerful cultivators became. For Yun Che, Xia Yuanba, Feng Xue'er... indeed, for anyone attending the Devil Sword Convention, it was their first time seeing so many top-tier powerhouses gathered in one place.

"What an astonishing aura!" Yun Che exclaimed.

"Naturally," True Master Gu Cang said, his expression also reflecting awe. Though he had lived for over a thousand years, this was the first time in his life he had witnessed such an astonishing spectacle. "This Devil Sword Convention has gathered five hundred Emperor Profound Realm experts and six thousand Tyrant Profound Realm experts from across the Profound Sky Continent. The scale of this event is likely unprecedented throughout history."

"Ah?" Feng Xue'er gasped, "Five hundred Emperor Profound Realm experts... six thousand Tyrant Profound Realm experts..."

Yun Che also took a sharp breath, whispering, "This must be every Emperor Profound Realm expert and high-level Tyrant Profound Realm expert from the entire Profound Sky Continent gathered here." Before he had come into contact with the Emperor Profound Realm level, he would never have imagined or believed that there were as many as five hundred Emperor Profound Realm experts, who symbolized the peak power of the Profound Sky Continent!

"That's right," Xia Yuanba nodded. "Our Absolute Monarch Sanctuary has dispatched almost all of its Emperor Profound Realm experts and Tyrant Profound Realm experts above the sixth level, leaving only three lower-ranked elders to guard the Sanctuary. The other Sacred Grounds have done the same. The Divine Phoenix Sect should also have sent all its Emperor Profound Realm experts... even Sister Xue'er's great-grandfather is here."

"Great-grandfather?" Yun Che asked, his face showing surprise. "Xue'er, is that the Senior Feng Zukui you told me about?"

"Yes!" Feng Xue'er nodded gently. "Great-grandfather usually cultivates in seclusion in a secret realm and rarely appears. I never expected him to come this time."

"Heh heh," True Master Gu Cang chuckled faintly. "For profound practitioners at the Emperor Profound Realm level, the four words 'Profound God's Secret' are an utterly irresistible temptation... even if they know it might very well just be a facade."

The Seagod Platform was now almost directly in front of them, with thousands of figures already seated on the floating chairs. Even the most inconspicuous person among them would be an astonishingly powerful cultivator in the Seven Nations!

"Young Friend Yun," True Master Gu Cang said with a faint smile, "the seating arrangements for the Devil Sword Convention are by faction. You are here on behalf of the Ice Cloud Immortal Palace, but you are alone. Sitting by yourself might be quite lonely. How about you join our Sanctuary's seating area?"

Yun Che pondered for a moment, then nodded cheerfully. "In that case, this junior would be honored to accept."

"Xue'er, Yuanba and I will go to the Absolute Monarch Sanctuary's seats later. You should go to your Imperial Father," Yun Che turned to Feng Xue'er and said. His words caused both Xia Yuanba and True Master Gu Cang to look surprised.

"Ah? But I want to be with Brother Yun," Feng Xue'er said, puzzled.

"I know," Yun Che smiled faintly. "But you are, after all, a member of the Divine Phoenix Sect, and its most important Princess Snow. The Devil Sword Convention has gathered all the strongest profound practitioners and factions from the Profound Sky Continent. If you were to sit among another faction's seats under everyone's watchful eyes, it would undoubtedly cause a loss of face for the Divine Phoenix Sect, and your Imperial Father's mood would surely be affected. So..."

Every word Yun Che spoke was reasonable. Feng Xue'er showed a hint of disappointment but then immediately smiled cheerfully. "I'll listen to Brother Yun. Not only is Brother Yun good to Xue'er, but he also considers Xue'er's sect. Imperial Father and the others would surely be very touched if they knew."

The four quickly flew onto the Seagod Platform. Following the Phoenix aura, Feng Xue'er soon located the Divine Phoenix Sect's area and took a seat beside Feng Hengkong.

Yun Che, guided by True Master Gu Cang, entered the Absolute Monarch Sanctuary's seating area and sat shoulder to shoulder with Xia Yuanba in the back row.

Unsurprisingly, the arrival of the three immediately drew the gaze of all the powerful cultivators present... especially Yun Che. Under the attention of the entire venue, even the murmurs instantly quieted down.