Chapter 1466: Yin Tiande

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Ye Fan strode forward, his expression never as agitated as it was now. He walked straight to the tall holy wall, his hand caressing the pattern as he scrutinized it.

How many years had Xiao Nannan been missing? Over a hundred years!

Back then, he had searched all over the Eastern Wasteland, traversed the Central Plains, and scoured the entire world, but she was nowhere to be found. The poor little girl seemed to have vanished into thin air, never to be seen again.

He wasn't without conjectures; at least, a large cloud of uncertainty shrouded his heart, leading him to speculate about her whereabouts. However, he lacked the coordinates to those places and thus couldn't go find her.

This was one of Ye Fan's greatest regrets: he had searched for Xiao Nannan for many years without success. To his surprise, he now saw her etched image at the final human trial, leaving him deeply shocked.

It was left by a master, carved with such divine skill that it seemed alive. The little girl appeared on the verge of tears, as if she might wipe them away and step out from the stone wall.

In a trance, Ye Fan seemed to hear her faint, timid, and tender voice once more.

"Who left this engraving?!" Pang Bo walked over, asking loudly, his expression equally agitated. He vividly remembered all the events from back then; anyone who saw that little one would feel immense pity.

Ji Ziyue touched the carving with her hand and murmured, "It must have been etched in recent years." She had once held the little girl, loving her dearly back then, and never imagined their separation would last over a century.

"This was left by an unparalleled expert, likely carved about five years ago," said one of the Three Heroes of Kunlun, stepping forward.

"Who is he?" Ye Fan asked urgently.

After years of cultivation, his heart was usually as still as water; no matter how significant the event, he remained composed, untroubled even if a mountain collapsed before him. But today, his mind was unsettled, and he desperately wanted to find Xiao Nannan immediately.

Her tattered small clothes, tiny shoes with holes revealing her toes, begging alone amidst a sea of people, timidly, head bowed as if she had done something wrong. Her large, tear-filled eyes… These images instantly flooded his mind, making it impossible for Ye Fan to remain calm.

"Is the gruel tasty?" Mistreated by the Yin-Yang Sect, the starving little one would look on longingly while asking other children. These memories still brought a pang of sorrow to Ye Fan's heart.

"His name is Yin Tiande. His achievements shake the world, and it seems he came specifically to wait for you," said one of the Three Heroes of Kunlun.

"It's him!" A cold glint shot from Ye Fan's eyes, tearing through the void like lightning, instantly silencing the entire street, which became utterly still.

Ye Fan would never forget this person; he was undoubtedly an unparalleled and terrifying adversary!

He couldn't believe so many years had passed without any news of her, only for her to appear at the final human trial, leaving such a trace.

"Yin Tiande from the Ziwei Ancient Star Domain?!" Pang Bo was startled. He stepped closer to examine the carving, truly sensing a naturally formed Dao charm emanating from it.

Ji Ziyue and the others had all heard Ye Fan speak of his experiences in the Ziwei Ancient Star Domain back then, and each of them now showed a solemn expression.

Because when Ye Fan had critiqued the most formidable individuals of the current generation, he had specifically mentioned this person. He was certainly an unparalleled foe, and an unimaginable bitter battle might lie ahead.

"How powerful can he be?" The Dragon Horse had heard Ye Fan speak of him before but hadn't paid close attention or taken it to heart. Now that he was mentioned again, it naturally felt a bit indignant.

"If we meet in the future, there will certainly be a battle. Only then will you know his true power. If you're careless, you'll die without a burial place," Ye Fan warned it.

He rarely evaluated someone in such a way, yet he remembered this person vividly, despite only having had brief contact and no true confrontation. He deeply understood his strength.

One must know, back then, Yin Tiande had only just attained the Dao-Slaying realm, yet he dared to snatch food from a tiger's mouth, forcibly seizing the ancient divine scripture from several great accomplished kings.

Who were those people? The Golden Crow King, Daoist Qinggu, the King of Light, and the Human King—each one more formidable than the last!

Not to mention others, just considering the Old Human King from the Ziwei Ancient Star Domain: he possessed at least the Eight Prohibitions, because such a physique was terrifying, revered among humans, appearing only once every fifty thousand or hundred thousand years.

And the Radiant Body was said to be a physique on par with the Divine Body, sacred and supremely powerful.

As for Daoist Qinggu, he was equally extraordinary, hailing from the Longevity Temple in Ziwei Underworld Ridge; one could infer a thing or two just from the name of his temple.

Back then, Yin Tiande had only just achieved Dao-Slaying, yet he dared to make a move against these great accomplished kings who had slain their Dao in the desolate post-Archaic era, seizing the ancient divine scripture. This alone spoke volumes.

"Many years ago, when I entered the Ziwei Ancient Star Domain, this person had already triggered the Divine Prohibitions," Ye Fan added, stating that this secret came from Yi Qingwu and was undoubtedly true.

"Divine Prohibitions?!" The Dragon Horse gasped, not distracted this time, having truly heard clearly.

In that battle of yesteryear, if Ye Fan hadn't intervened, the 'Zhe' character secret art would have been unified by Yin Tiande, wielded solely by him. Instead, Ye Fan unexpectedly snatched half a page, creating a past grudge.

Furthermore, when Ye Fan first arrived in the Ziwei Ancient Star Domain, his first battle involved killing Yin Tiande's younger brother, a great feud that could not be resolved.

"What does Yin Tiande mean by this? Is Xiao Nannan in his hands? Is he provoking and threatening us?!" Pang Bo was enraged, wishing he could instantly slay this person.

Ji Ziyue, too, began to grind her little tiger teeth, her crescent eyes rarely showing a glint of killing intent. Although they hadn't spent as much time with Xiao Nannan as Ye Fan, they all liked her very much.

Ye Fan sighed softly, remembering the time he, the Old Madman, Black Emperor, Li Heishui, and Xiao Nannan had ventured into Saint Cliff together. Upon seeing the Lake of Reincarnation, Xiao Nannan had said she saw a large purple star, a scene from the future.

Ye Fan had also thought that perhaps it was the Ziwei Ancient Star Domain, and Xiao Nannan might have drifted there. However, without coordinates, he couldn't go search for her.

Now, it seemed his conjecture might be true; otherwise, how would Yin Tiande know about Xiao Nannan?

"Where is Yin Tiande?" Ye Fan asked in a deep voice.

"This person is unfathomable. He arrived here ten years ago, waited for you for five years but never saw you, and then departed, finally leaving behind this engraving," said the Tiangang Daoist.

"Yes, this person is truly extraordinary. It's said that he traveled from the strongholds of other races, not through the Human Race's ancient path, but through another race's Golden Ancient Path. He fought independently at the pinnacle, traversing various routes, eventually breaking through and then arriving here," others added.

Yin Tiande was undoubtedly a powerful celestial prodigy, having campaigned on the Starry Road for over a century, sweeping across the world with no rivals.

He was far away in another star domain, but upon hearing Ye Fan's name and learning about the Other Shore, he crossed the domains to come. Unfortunately, he couldn't meet Ye Fan and left him a battle challenge, proposing a decisive contest in the future, before the sole Imperial Pass, where all races converge at their final destination.

After passing this final Human Race trial, as long as the conditions were met, one could enter the only true path and reach the Imperial Pass, where Yin Tiande would be waiting for him.

"A black sun hangs in the sky, blocking the way ahead; it's a warning worth heeding," said Ji Ziyue.

"Did he mention anything about the little girl?" Ye Fan asked the crowd.

"No, he only said he'd wait for you on the road ahead. 'Once we meet, all will be revealed,'" someone replied. It seemed many people at the final human trial had met Yin Tiande.

A formidable enemy waiting ahead instantly filled Ye Fan with fighting spirit! Nowadays, there truly weren't many people he regarded as major adversaries.

"Xiao Nannan won't be in danger, will she?" Pang Bo worried.

Worry often leads to confusion. Ye Fan was initially anxious, but he slowly calmed down. No longer worried, he said, "There aren't many in this world who can harm her."

Because he recalled past events. When entering forbidden zones like Mount Undying or Saint Cliff, she walked as if on flat ground, capable of observing the true intricate layouts of Great Emperor array patterns. Even Holy Spirits feared her.

Black Emperor willingly allowed her to ride him, and the Old Madman was amazed by her.

The more powerful and knowledgeable individuals grew, the more awe they felt for her. In the past, Ye Fan was just a novice, unable to perceive or feel anything significant about her.

Now, thinking back, it was difficult for even the most powerful beings to truly harm her. If touched, it might awaken unknown powers within her.

Despite this, even with these thoughts, Ye Fan couldn't fully rest easy. He decided to find him as soon as possible, charging towards the sole Imperial Pass where all races gathered, to meet Yin Tiande and settle their score.

Like all rivers flowing into the sea, embracing countless streams, the ultimate supreme single path was just like that—one would encounter the strongest celestial prodigies from across the entire universe!

The final Human Race trial was grand. In its central area, various islands, restaurants, and other structures floated in the sky, presenting a magnificent sight.

Ye Fan and his companions, surrounded by a crowd, arrived at the central plaza and ascended to an old-established restaurant, where ancient Great Emperors had once come to savor delicious food.

"It is rumored that Emperor Wu Shi and Emperor Qing both visited this very establishment and had drinks here."

"Hmph, just rumors. Who can say for certain that those two from the past were Emperor Wu Shi and Emperor Qing?"

Someone argued.

This was a magnificent jade palace, with carved beams and painted pillars inside, gleaming with splendor. Many beautiful female cultivators moved gracefully, serving dishes and pouring wine, like a group of celestial maidens banished to the mortal realm.

Some were elegant and refined, others enchantingly seductive, while still others were bold and fiery—each possessing a distinct charm and demeanor.

Ye Fan's arrival naturally drew sidelong glances. All the heroes secretly paid attention, and many had strange looks in their eyes, for Ye Fan and his group were too famous, their reputations echoing throughout the Human Race's ancient path.

With so many people following and inviting Ye Fan and his party to drink and converse, they naturally didn't want to refuse such kindness. As they exchanged toasts, they inevitably discussed many battles.

Beautiful women poured wine for them, flitting around like butterflies dancing around a tree; the place was very lively.

"Brother Ye, once you pass this trial, you will enter another world. I wish you success in attaining the Dao!" Someone stood up and offered a toast.

"Well, generally speaking, without the strength of a Great Saint, one cannot pass this trial or enter that ultimate Imperial Road," another person said, reminding them softly.

"It's not that strict! Besides, Ye Fan has slain many Supremes from various domains. His current level as a Saint King is already sufficient; he can directly enter another battlefield."

As the group discussed the battles of recent years, Ye Fan's achievements were inevitably brought up, hailed as truly magnificent, and there was no shortage of praise.

Suddenly, someone snorted coldly, their gaze chilling. It came from a mere teenager, who then turned and left, his eyes filled with venomous resentment.

"Whose child is that? Such strong resentment," Pang Bo frowned.

Everyone shook their heads, saying they didn't know and had never seen him before.

A divine sense echoed through the magnificent palace: "Where is the Human Saint Body? How about you come for a chat?"

"Who are you, and do you need something from me?" Ye Fan asked, looking towards the outside of the grand hall.

"You owe me something, and today I've come to reclaim it." A group of people walked in from outside, and an elder among them said, "Hand over the Myriad Things Mother Qi Cauldron."

Before Ye Fan could react, the Dragon Horse immediately became furious, saying, "What audacity! Who are you people?"

"The Primordial Root of Myriad Things Mother Qi was left by my ancestors; it belongs to my clan. Today, I ask you to return the immortal material!" someone said coldly.