Chapter 1663. The Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat stands for the Way of Humanity

The master of Heaven’s Defeat was coming.

Everyone initially thought that when the Longming Daojun arrived, there would surely be a confrontation between him and Xiyin, or at the very least, some sarcastic or mocking remarks.

But he spoke so calmly about everything in the past, as if he no longer cared at all. This surprised and shocked many people. However, from this, it could be seen that Longming Daojun had a broad and free-spirited mindset. He had truly let go of past grievances and conflicts, and his attitude was so natural, which was indeed admirable.

Xiyuan Saintess was also quite surprised. She didn’t have a strong impression of Longming Daojun.

If there was one impression, it would be of his perseverance and determination, being able to achieve things that most ordinary people couldn’t.

When she traveled the world in the past, many suitors admired her, and Longming Daojun was just one of the persistent ones.

Xiyuan Saintess traveled through the realms, observing the vast sea of life, and contemplating the mundane world. She had never paid attention to those admirers, treating them like passing clouds, quickly forgotten. In fact, had it not been for Longming Daojun bringing it up today, she might have forgotten he was ever one of her admirers.

Compared to those in the ancestral Dao realm, she was indeed young, but compared to her peers from the past, her age could only be described as ancient. Her former peers had long since entered reincarnation, turning to dust, with few who had been able to keep up with her pace.

“Longming Daojun, there’s no need to be humble. Many geniuses with outstanding talent, looking down on all of history, have met their demise on this path.”

“You’ve come this far, which indeed surprises us all.”

“What my senior sister said at the time was also for my sake. If Longming Daojun still holds a grudge, I sincerely apologize to you here,” Xiyuan Saintess said.

She understood the grudge between her senior sister Xiyin and Longming Daojun.

Back then, Xiyin simply didn’t want Longming Daojun and the others to disturb her cultivation.

After all, there had never been a case of a Saintess from Xiyin’s Sacred Hall taking a partner. Even if her admirers were as passionate and fervent as possible, there could never be any outcome. Rather than wasting time, it was better to focus on her own cultivation.

Xiyin’s prediction that Longming Daojun wouldn’t break through the Dao realm was said under such circumstances. Because at that time, Longming Daojun was indeed the one with the worst talent and the lowest cultivation among all of Xiyuan Saintess’s admirers.

Xiyin’s expression remained calm and unmoved. Although Longming Daojun spoke so casually and even paid her a great tribute, in her eyes, this still carried an underlying sarcasm.

Especially since he deliberately mentioned it in front of everyone.

She didn’t believe that Longming Daojun wasn’t doing this intentionally.

But now, since Longming Daojun’s cultivation had surpassed hers, she naturally couldn’t say anything, as it would be foolish and self-degrading.

“Where there’s a will, there’s a way. Sometimes, the difference between what’s expected and unexpected is just a matter of perseverance.”

“Xiyuan Saintess need not apologize. What I just said came from the heart. I hold no grudges against Senior Xiyin. After all, had she insisted on stopping me back then, she could have easily killed me with a single palm. Her prediction, when viewed from another angle, could also be seen as a form of training and encouragement for me.”

Longming Daojun nodded and smiled, his expression natural. Although his appearance was plain, there was a demeanor and bearing that seemed transcendent, detached from the mundane.

“I’ve learned much.”

Xiyuan Saintess also nodded slightly.

The current Longming Daojun indeed gave her a different feeling—an aura of confidence, composure, and a carefree attitude, as if he truly was someone who had transcended the world.

Upon hearing Longming Daojun’s words, the people present also felt a sense of bewilderment.

Many took a moment to reflect, feeling that what Longming Daojun said made sense and even carried a certain profound simplicity to it.

Only Xiyin’s expression remained unnatural. Longming Daojun’s words made her appear even more narrow-minded and petty. She had already noticed that many cultivators were glancing at her, seemingly waiting to see how she would respond.

Even several ancient existences not far away were wearing amused and mocking expressions, as if they were eager to watch the show unfold.

“Haha, what a great statement—‘Where there’s a will, there’s a way’.”

“Today, you’ve truly opened my eyes.”

Suddenly, just as Xiyin was about to speak, a hearty and powerful laugh rang out from afar.

An elderly man with a long beard and a refined, scholarly appearance, the revered elder of the Jingshan clan, crossed star after star, laughing heartily as he made his way here.

Accompanying him were numerous cultivators with astonishing auras, many of whom were beings at the Dao realm.

Upon hearing this laugh, many of the cultivators and beings present were shocked and turned their attention towards the source of the sound. Several elders from the Yuxian Palace were even more surprised and hurriedly transformed into long rainbows to meet him, showing great respect.

“The ancestor of the Jing Clan, Jing Tianyuan, I didn’t expect him to come as well.”

Someone recognized the identity of the elderly man laughing as he arrived and was greatly shaken.

The leaders of the major immortal Dao factions also had their eyes widened in shock, giving this person immense attention and importance.

The ancestor of the Jing Clan was a figure with a very special status and seniority, and for the current Xiyuan civilization, he held immense significance.

Furthermore, there were many rumors circulating that the Jing Clan’s ancestors had a deep connection with the Yuxian Palace, a relationship that could be traced back to the era before the founding of Yuxian Palace by its ancestors.

“What a lively scene, so many big names have come.”

Jing Xiao and Jing Xiang, the brother and sister duo, were also among the people from the Jing Clan following behind Jing Tianyuan.

They were deeply shaken by the rare grand occasion taking place in the Yuxian Palace today.

Jing Xiao, in particular, noticed her master, Elder Jiulin, who was standing beside several ancient beings surrounded by chaotic aura, engaging in conversation with them.

Today, in the deepest part of Yuxian Palace, Dao realm existences from countless corners had gathered. It could be said that this was the most bustling day in Xiyuan civilization in ages.

In past times, Dao realm cultivators would have been nowhere to be seen, but today, they were everywhere, as if they were as common as cabbages. The servants and attendants serving wine and tea at the banquet tables had cultivation levels at the very least at the level of Immortal Kings.

“Greetings, Elder Jing…”

The arrival of Jing Tianyuan caused a great stir among the guests, and many of them stepped forward to greet him.

Even Xiyuan Saintess was no exception. After all, among those who had once saved her from a perilous situation in the Xianchu Haotu was the ancestor of the Jing Clan.

However, the expressions of many others were not quite normal.

While Jing Tianyuan’s status was indeed special, he had recently joined the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat and became one of its members.

“Junior Longming, greetings to Elder Jing.”

Although Longming Daojun had survived eight Heavenly Decline Tribulations, in the presence of a senior like Jing Tianyuan, he still showed the proper respect, cupping his hands in a gesture of greeting.

“You and I are on similar levels of cultivation, so there’s no need for you to treat me as a senior,” Jing Tianyuan said with a hearty laugh, waving his hand to dismiss the formalities.

He then spoke with a tone full of admiration, “What you said earlier resonates with me. Cultivation is like sailing against the current; if you do not advance, you fall behind. Only with unwavering determination can we overcome obstacles and sing our way through adversity.”

Jing Tianyuan laughed heartily and gestured for Longming Daojun not to bow too much.

At the same time, he spoke with admiration, “I’m sure when the Alliance Leader arrives and sees such a talented person like you…”

“…and would undoubtedly appreciate it. If Longming Daojun were to join the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat in the future, he would surely be highly regarded by the Alliance Leader.”

As Jing Tianyuan spoke, the leaders of the various Dao factions who had originally intended to greet and pay respects to him froze in place.

Upon hearing these words, their expressions stiffened, and their steps halted involuntarily.

The reason they had come to the Yuxian Palace was to discuss how to jointly handle the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat and curb its growing expansionist tendencies.

Yet, Jing Tianyuan had spoken so casually about attempting to draw Longming Daojun into the Alliance.

This immediately wiped the smiles from their faces, and their expressions became unpredictable.

Furthermore, what did Jing Tianyuan’s next statement mean?

“The Alliance Leader will be arriving soon?”

Did this mean the long-vanished Gu Changge would also be coming to Yuxian Palace today?

“Senior Jing, you overpraise me. I am accustomed to a carefree, free-spirited life and do not enjoy being constrained by others,” Longming Daojun said with a quick recovery, cupping his hands respectfully.

“I appreciate your kind intentions.”

It was clear that Longming Daojun had not expected Jing Tianyuan to immediately express his intention to recruit him into the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat.

This took him by surprise, causing him to momentarily stiffen before quickly regaining his composure.

Though not deeply involved in the Xiyuan civilization, Longming Daojun had heard of the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat. This time, when he returned to Xiyuan civilization, he had no intention of getting involved in these matters.

“Hehe, Longming Daojun, don’t be too quick to refuse. The Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat stands in line with the Way of Humanity, governed by wise individuals and not a typical Dao faction, so it will never restrict your freedom. You need not worry about that.”

Jing Tianyuan waved his hand with a laugh, trying to reassure him.

Upon hearing this, the crowd’s expressions shifted again. Some were shocked, some were moved, others scoffed, and some dismissed the idea entirely.

Xiyuan Saintess remained unfazed, her expression concealed beneath her veil, as though she had already anticipated Jing Tianyuan’s words.

“The leader of the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat will also be arriving today…” Xiyin murmured.

A thousand years ago, when she and the others had united to destroy the Xianchu Haotu, Gu Changge had fought by her side, but after that, he vanished, as if he had evaporated from the world.

Afterward, the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat quickly took root and began to seize the territories once belonging to Xianchu Haotu, engulfing various Dao factions, tribes, and kingdoms. It became a feared and ominous force.

“With his character, he will definitely come. After all, this is a gamble for Yuxian Palace. How the Xiyuan civilization will unfold in the future depends on what happens today,” Xiyuan Saintess said softly.

Xiyin looked confused, unsure of the meaning behind her words.

“A gamble? The fate of the Xiyuan civilization?”

“Junior sister, what exactly did you see in the Mirror of Reincarnation?” Xiyin couldn’t help but ask.

“I saw countless possibilities and choices, but no solution. I also saw futures that had changed before, only to return to their original paths.”

Xiyuan Saintess sighed softly, almost imperceptibly.

Jing Tianyuan’s arrival caused a slight unease among the guests present. Many even felt that the declaration of the Yuxian Palace’s founder could not possibly be left unaddressed by the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat, and Jing Tianyuan’s arrival confirmed this suspicion.

Then, a vast, overwhelming aura of demonic energy rushed through the sky. A massive cloud of purple demonic mist surged forth, darkening the heavens and the stars as they cracked with a thunderous sound.

Among the mist stood terrifying ancient demons, their scales and feathers flowing, their colorful armor interwoven, exuding an aura that made one tremble with fear.

The Demon Emperor Di Kun, leader of the Demon Court, personally arrived, leading numerous powerful figures from the Demon Court to Yuxian Palace.

“How could the Demon Court be absent when the founder of Yuxian Palace reveals himself to the world? I’ve long heard of the founder’s overwhelming power. If I can witness it firsthand, it will be well worth the trip,” Di Kun laughed heartily, draped in a dark golden cloak, his gaze arrogantly sweeping over everyone. Few dared to meet his eyes.

In the years since Di Kun became the Demon Emperor, he had led the Demon Court’s forces to battle and conquer, and countless lives had fallen under his hands. Now, his eyes were filled with murderous intent, as if they had turned into blood-red suns, conjuring images of a sea of corpses and blood, enough to terrify any cultivator into submission.

The elders and disciples of Yuxian Palace were dismayed by Di Kun’s domineering attitude.

On the grounds of Yuxian Palace, in front of so many guests, to speak so dismissively of the founder’s authority was nothing short of a provocation. Leaders from other factions like Guangming Temple and Ling Shen Cave frowned as well.

It was widely known that the Demon Court had joined the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat. In the past, the Demon Court had been weak and could not even conquer the Xianchu Haotu, but now, how dare they speak so recklessly in the heart of Yuxian Palace?

This implied they had someone backing them, which emboldened them to act so arrogantly.

“Hmph, on my Yuxian Palace’s grounds, Di Kun, you speak so arrogantly—what is your intention?”

A terrifying pressure descended as ripples spread across the void space.

An elder of the Yuxian Palace appeared, his eyes seemingly filled with two great suns, coldly staring at Di Kun.

Despite the immense pressure from a being at the Ancestral Dao realm, Di Kun remained unphased. He didn’t show the slightest sign of retreating and laughed heartily.

“Is this the hospitality of Yuxian Palace?”

As he spoke, demonic clouds surged behind him, and numerous great demons appeared within the demonic mist, confronting the Yuxian Palace elder.

Seeing this, Jing Tianyuan stepped forward to mediate. “You two should speak calmly, harmony is paramount. Di Kun Daoist is known for his temper, he does not mean to provoke anyone. I hope Yuxian Palace can show some tolerance.”

With Jing Tianyuan intervening, the Yuxian Palace elder could only snort coldly and step back.

After all, Jing Tianyuan and the Jing Clan had played a significant role in rescuing the founder of Yuxian Palace, so the elder couldn’t disregard his face.

However, this scene carried a different meaning for the onlookers. The Jing Clan and the Demon Court had never had any past connections, but the Jing Clan’s ancestor was now speaking on behalf of the Demon Court, which could only be due to the Demon Court’s alliance with the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat.

“Esteemed guests, I apologize for any inadequacies in my hospitality.”

A clear, gentle voice rang out.

A golden beam of light spread across the heavens, and amidst it, a woman with long flowing hair, a tall and slender figure, an ethereal and stunning appearance, and porcelain-like skin emerged. She was accompanied by several Yuxian Palace elders as she walked toward the assembly.

“Ling Yuxian.”

Jing Xiao, who was standing with the Jing Clan, had a complex expression and immediately recognized the woman. It was her former friend, Ling Yuxian. It had been a thousand years since they last met after parting ways with the Jing Clan.

Although the misunderstandings between them had been cleared up, their cultivation levels and identities were now worlds apart.

“Greetings, Little Ancestor.”

Ling Yuxian’s arrival caused all the elders and disciples of Yuxian Palace to respectfully bow.

Now, Ling Yuxian held an important position in Yuxian Palace, though her status was more than that—everyone knew that Ling Yuxian was the younger sister of the founder of Yuxian Palace, who had been reincarnated after his death.

The guests present were also informed, though a few unaware cultivators displayed astonishment, only to quickly understand after hearing explanations from others.

After Ling Yuxian’s appearance, she displayed the utmost hospitality, instructing the elders and disciples to entertain the guests.

Even Di Kun, who had earlier shown arrogance and dominance, was treated the same.

The tense atmosphere from before quickly dissipated upon her arrival. She didn’t mention the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat or the purpose of her elder sister, Ling Yuling, declaring to the world.

The guests could only converse idly and drink wine while waiting.

“As I broke through, I suddenly realized that my mindset still had some gaps. The reason I came to Yuxian Palace today is to wait for the Saintess…”

Longming Daojun pondered for a moment and then seized the opportunity to speak to Xiyuan Saintess about something. However, before he could finish his sentence, vast and overwhelming fluctuations in time and space suddenly emerged from afar.

The rotating stars in the sky froze in an instant. The many guests and ancient existences, who had been conversing, all simultaneously changed their expressions and instinctively turned toward the outside of Yuxian Palace.

“The leader of the Alliance of Heaven’s Defeat, he’s here…”

A cultivator whispered in shock, feeling an unprecedented sense of oppression, as though an enormous mountain of disaster clouds was pressing down from distant time and space. It felt as though the fabric of time and space had been torn open in that area, with the end of the world shattering, and chaotic energy leaking out.

Many terrifying figures, surrounded by divine light, descended from the rift. At the forefront, there was a blurry figure in white robes.

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