Chapter 1210: Sword God Xu Yang

"The title 'Sword Saint' truly doesn't do justice to Xu Yang's prowess. I suggest we call him 'Sword God' instead! Sword God Xu Yang, a true deity among swordsmen, is undoubtedly the foremost wielder of the sword on the Yingzhou Continent. While I cannot gauge his strength against the true Continental God, the legendary figure from the Yun family, in my heart, among all swordsmen across all continents, Sir Xu Yang undoubtedly holds the top position."

"Sword God! Sword God!" More and more people on the mountainside of Seven Absolute Mountain began to chant this new title, using it to express their profound reverence for Xu Yang.

Xu Yang, calm and composed, gently smiled and shook his head. He found these effusive praises somewhat uninteresting, as he had heard more than enough commendations throughout his life.

Having cultivated for hundreds of thousands of years, throughout Xu Yang's life, he had repeatedly surpassed his peers and even those of the older generation. Never outmatched by anyone, he had consistently used his power to conquer those who opposed him.

He now truly felt like a solitary champion, with no one left to challenge him. The only individual on the entire Yingzhou Continent who might pique his interest was Yun Wangji, the one revered as a god. However, Xu Yang currently had no idea where Yun Wangji was located.

"Thank you for your high regard, fellow cultivators," Xu Yang said, though he didn't pay much heed to their flattery. "For me, the most pressing matter is to resolve the affairs of the Sword Sect. Since the Prince wishes to convey this matter to the Emperor, I would like to accompany the Prince to the palace for an audience with His Majesty, bringing the Fourth Prince and all these heroes to present our petition.

"As the name of the Seven Absolute Mountain Sword Sect has now become a thing of the past, the ownership of this auspicious Seven Absolute Mountain is certainly open for discussion. I propose that all swordsmen who came here seeking enlightenment and participating in the sword assessment be allowed to establish their own dojos on Seven Absolute Mountain.

"I believe that within a few centuries, the Seven Absolute Mountain's reputation for swordsmanship will undoubtedly be restored. Though the Seven Absolute Mountain Sword Sect lineage was destroyed by Jian Yunqing, the contributions made by its past masters to the world of swordsmanship cannot be easily overlooked.

"Establishing new sword cultivation dojos here on Seven Absolute Mountain would serve as a cherished aspiration for swordsmen across the land, and an inspiration for future generations of practitioners."

As expected, Xu Yang's words left the various princes utterly speechless. Meanwhile, the surrounding martial arts swordsmen were so moved they almost knelt and hailed Xu Yang as their elder. In truth, Xu Yang's primary intention was to secure a benefit for these displaced swordsmen.

With his single statement, the goodwill of all martial arts factions converged upon Xu Yang. Unbeknownst to many, the influence over swordsmen worldwide, which the Sword Sect lineage had built over millennia, had now, with just a few words from Xu Yang, been entirely transferred to him.

The First Prince's original desire to claim the Seven Absolute Mountain Sword Sect's dojo was completely thwarted by Xu Yang's declaration. Only then did the Fifth Prince feel a complete release of the pressure he had been carrying. A satisfied smile involuntarily appeared at the corner of his lips; even he had to admit that Xu Yang's move was remarkably ingenious.

He not only effortlessly subdued the various princes, earning their complete admiration, but also perfectly won the hearts of swordsmen across the land. This act of benevolence was executed flawlessly. If anyone else had attempted such a maneuver, they would likely have been met with widespread criticism, as it could be perceived as taking credit for something not entirely their own. Such a tactic is often seen as a bit base among martial arts practitioners.

Yet, when the same words came from Xu Yang's lips, they only inspired profound admiration from all the assembled heroes. Because Xu Yang possessed such power, and had made such significant contributions to everyone, it naturally granted him the authority to determine the ownership of the Seven Absolute Mountain dojo.

In summary, Xu Yang excelled at doing the right thing at the right time and in the right place. There was no doubt that after this event, Xu Yang was unequivocally the most prominent figure in the entire cultivation world of the Yingzhou Continent. He had truly ascended to the apex of the continent's cultivation community.

This wasn't just about his strength, but more significantly, his influence. Even the exalted monarch of the Central Domain Imperial Family would now likely need to carefully consider their words when speaking with Xu Yang.

It was no exaggeration to say that with Xu Yang's current influence, if he were to simply stamp his foot and raise his voice, top forces across all five domains of the Yingzhou Continent would rally to his side. Even overthrowing the entire Central Domain Imperial Dynasty would not be an impossible feat for him.

"It seems the emergence of Sword God Xu Yang is truly a blessing for all cultivators on the continent!" exclaimed the venerable Chief Escort Li, leading the group. "In the future, no matter what occurs, if Sword God Xu Yang requires assistance, simply come to Seven Absolute Mountain and issue a call, and we, the rogue cultivators from all walks of life, will undoubtedly offer our full support!”

The surrounding swordsmen eagerly echoed his sentiment. Instantly, a resounding chorus of agreement, like a mountain roar and sea surge, propelled Xu Yang's prestige to its absolute peak at that moment. This scene was something no other prince, despite years of striving on the continent, could ever hope to rival.

After the proceedings concluded, the various swordsmen departed. Some descended the mountain directly, while others opted to set up their dojos right there on Seven Absolute Mountain. After all, how vast was Seven Absolute Mountain? It could easily accommodate hundreds of thousands of people.

Meanwhile, Xu Yang rejoined the princes to discuss their impending audience with the Emperor. The impostor Third Prince was the first to declare his intention to return immediately to Brocade Villa, expressing little interest in the imperial audience.

Undoubtedly, ever since the Third Prince became the Fifth Prince's captive, he had no hope of contending for the imperial throne. His demeanor was thus understandable; even normally, he was not someone who pursued fame and fortune.

As the Third Prince left early, the Sixth Prince, who was closest to him, initially considered leaving as well. However, his desires ultimately prevailed. Gazing at Madam Qingcheng, he remained by Xu Yang's side.

The Sixth Prince was extremely agitated. He knew full well that Xu Yang's group was headed for an imperial audience, making it even less likely for him to depart early. He simply wished to spend every extra second by Qingcheng's side. This was the most significant purpose of his life.

"Alright, in that case, we shall all proceed to the imperial audience together," the Sixth Prince conceded. "A larger group will make explanations easier. Otherwise, if I alone were to meet Father Emperor, no matter what I said, given his disposition, he would not easily believe me. This would inevitably lead to complications and more trouble later on.”