Chapter 1553: Xu Yang's Determination

Xu Yang's move was undeniably impressive, stemming from the Angel race's most potent Light Law. The moment the sky shimmered with auspicious, colorful light, the concentrated power of the six peak Kunlun Mirror masters, formidable experts from the opposing side, instantly dissipated into nothingness.

Unbeknownst to them, the Light Law Xu Yang wielded was merely a superficial display of its power, tangible but not its full essence. Xu Yang knew that if he were to unleash the ultimate Divine Light Law, anyone witnessing the golden light would likely be blinded or have their cultivation utterly destroyed on the spot.

Xu Yang could not possibly unleash his true strength in such a setting, as he alone would cause the entire Kunlun Divine Path civilization to utterly collapse.

Thus, he was actively suppressing his true power. The radiant golden light of the Light Law he just unleashed represented only about twenty percent of his actual strength. Even at this reduced level, it was enough to neutralize the essence of the six-vein power initially coalescing from the Two-Yin Kunlun Cauldron.

As expected, after this demonstration, the most astonished were the six elders enveloped in the soft golden light.

"This young man is indeed an anomaly, worthy of the Supreme God's attention."

The leader of the Asura lineage, cloaked entirely in black, clenched his fists, letting out a cold snort as his chilling gaze involuntarily fixed on Xu Yang.

Clearly, the old man now viewed Xu Yang as his greatest adversary on the field. Indeed, Xu Yang's presence had undeniably become a stumbling block for the six masters' subsequent plans.

If they could not neutralize Xu Yang's power, these six elders, despite their presence, would truly be toiling in vain. Within the entire Kunlun Divine Path, their status was arguably the highest, surpassed only by certain reclusive, behind-the-scenes figures.

Should all six of them suffer a defeat at Xu Yang's hands, it would undoubtedly be a severe blow to the reputation of the Six Human-Spirit Royal Lineages.

"Young man, you've clearly set your mind on opposing our Six Human-Spirit Royal Lineages, haven't you? You've decided to align with the beast demon faction and challenge us. Is that a correct understanding?"

The Xuanyuan clan leader spoke softly. As the one currently wielding the divine artifact and overseeing the situation, his words undeniably conveyed the collective intent of the other five elders.

This inquiry from the elder was undoubtedly a tactic to force a definitive answer from Xu Yang, thereby allowing them to legitimately invoke the name of the "Supreme God" and instigate a war between the human and beast demon races.

Once Xu Yang declared his stance, the conflict between the two sides would escalate to its peak, especially given the hidden machinations at play.

It was possible that among the Six Human-Spirit Lineages were warmongers who most desired a large-scale, full-blown war. This was Xu Yang's primary concern, and the core reason he had been hesitant to openly declare his ultimate position in such a public forum.

He genuinely did not wish for his good intentions to backfire, turning a potentially negotiable situation into an uncontrollable disaster. However, given the demeanor of the six elders before him, Xu Yang knew that a diplomatic resolution would be difficult, even if he desired one.

The fundamental reason for the irresolvable conflict was that the majority of the Human-Spirit Royal Lineages, led by these six elders, still refused to view beast demons as beings of equal standing. How could Xu Yang alone possibly overturn the deeply ingrained beliefs shared by thousands of peak human cultivators?

Xu Yang cast a glance at the six elders below him and shook his head gently in resignation.

"You seem to have missed the crucial point. My opinion is irrelevant. I have stated multiple times that my aim in assisting the beast demon faction is to guide the development of the entire Kunlun Divine Path civilization back onto its proper course.

Your current actions will only deepen the conflict between humans and beast demons, eventually escalating to an unmanageable level.

When that happens, no matter how powerful your Six Human-Spirit Lineages become, your authority will be undermined by the formidable beast demon forces, as their collective resentment and individual strength will both increase significantly.

The balance between our two factions will one day inevitably tip towards the beast demons. Is this truly the outcome your Six Human-Spirit Lineages desire?"

The Xuanyuan clan leader burst into laughter. "These don't seem to be the concerns of an outsider like you. Please directly answer the question I just asked.

I only require your stance now. If you insist on representing the beast demon faction, then very well, from this moment on, we will be sworn enemies.

The Six Human-Spirit Lineages, represented by us six, will unleash their full power against you. If your stance is not firm, or if you might withdraw from this conflict at any time, then please do not interfere with our process of preemptively gathering the Blood Moon."

Xu Yang sneered, "Ultimately, these old men simply want to slaughter more of the beast demon race. There should have been no illusions about this so-called negotiation from the start.

Their beliefs are deeply ingrained; unless the Supreme God's will intervenes, they will never coexist peacefully with the beast demons.

It seems you are beyond redemption, and further words would be wasted on you. If you still intend to slaughter these innocent beast demons today, then we are enemies.

You must understand one thing: the Blood Moon's progression is not something you cultivators of the Six Human-Spirit Lineages can control. The Blood Moon represents the collective will of all beast demon beings.

If you seek to further inflict casualties upon the beast demon race, thereby rapidly accumulating resentment and forming grievances, only to then re-seal such wickedness, your thinking is profoundly misguided."

Xu Yang had spoken his mind completely. Now, the choice of destiny lay solely with the six individuals before him.

If they remained obstinate, then very well, this battle would be unavoidable, and Xu Yang would no longer hold back. He would fully represent the beast demon race in defending their right to exist. As expected, the six elders exchanged glances, their intentions clearly unchanged.

"Very good, I appreciate your candor. Since you've made your decision, there's nothing more to discuss. Let us fight. Our time is limited, and I hope you will quickly demonstrate your true capabilities."