Chapter 2283 Guidance from Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor!

The moment Lin Xun recognized the identity of the flame-like beauty before him, he simply smiled, unfazed.

Over the past two months, he had already sensed her presence on multiple occasions, secretly observing him from the shadows. Despite that, he had chosen to ignore it.

He knew that the moment Kunlun’s nine Emperor weapons and the copper piece of the Treasure Refining Furnace appeared, she would no longer be able to resist revealing herself.

“You are the first person in history to have gathered all Kunlun’s nine Emperor weapons, and you are also the only fortunate one to have obtained an original relic of the Treasure Refining Furnace.”

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor studied Lin Xun closely and remarked, “Of course, you are also a supreme Emperor with an extraordinary cultivation.”

Lin Xun bowed. “Thank you for your praise, Elder.”

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor pondered for a moment before asking, “Are you certain you wish to smelt all Kunlun’s nine Emperor weapons?”

Lin Xun answered, “I will need your help to do so.”

The true form of the Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor was the innate dao fire of the Treasure Refining Furnace. It was with her assistance that the furnace had once forged Kunlun’s nine Emperor weapons!

However, Lin Xun knew that smelting such divine artifacts was no simple feat. Even with the power of the All-Wonder Dao Fire, refining the Kunlun nine Emperors Weapons would not be easy.

“Hmph, so you’ve thought everything through,” Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor cast him a sidelong glance. “But what makes you so sure I’ll help you?”

Lin Xun bowed respectfully, “I can only hope for your assistance.”

“Then tell me, what kind of life-bound Emperor weapon do you have in mind?” asked Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor.

Lin Xun pondered for a moment before replying, “Once it is complete, you will see for yourself. If I fail, there’s no point in explaining.”

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor raised her brows but didn’t press further.

After a brief silence, she finally said, “Since you possess an original relic of the Treasure Refining Furnace, I won’t refuse to help you. But are you certain you want to smelt all Kunlun nine Emperor weapons?”

Each of Kunlun’s nine Emperor weapons possessed its own profound wonders, making them invaluable among Emperor weapons. For instance, the Dao Lawless Blade bypassed all laws in the world, the Dao Flawless Armor was utterly indestructible, the Dao Blameless Lamp could guide lost souls home, and the Dao Emptiness Plate could unravel the mysteries of the great dao...

It was no exaggeration to say that owning even one of these weapons would grant an Emperor immense power and endless benefits.

Yet now, Lin Xun planned to smelt all of them. If word of this got out, it would undoubtedly send shockwaves through the world.

Lin Xun answered without hesitation, “Their wonders can all be integrated into my life-bound Emperor weapon.”

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor furrowed her brows. “You have quite the appetite. I’m curious to see what kind of treasure you’ll create.”

As she spoke, her gaze landed on the All-Wonder Dao Fire and said, “Where did you obtain this fire?”

Lin Xun recounted his experiences in the tomb world of the Supreme Realm, leaving nothing out.

“So they left it there...” Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor seemed to recall something, a sigh escaping her lips “No wonder...”

Who were ‘they’?

Lin Xun’s thoughts immediately turned to legendary figures from the beginning of the primeval era, such as Sword Emperor Taixuan, Battle Emperor Mo Yang, Saint Buddha Xingjia and others.

After all, the Supreme Realm was formed from the world core they had seized from the Ancient Nebula Underworld!

However, Lin Xun was still uncertain about who had left behind the All-Wonder Dao Fire.

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor mused aloud, “This fire surpasses mine in wonder, but it lacks a fire spirit like me. Perhaps, when you have the chance to visit the All-Wonder Dominion, you’ll be able to find the spirit entity it has lost."

Lin Xun was startled. “Elder, have you been to the All-Wonder Dominion before?”

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor shook her head. “I have only heard the will power of the Treasure Refining Furnace speak about this matter. As for the exact location of the All-Wonder Dominion, I have no idea.”

She paused for a moment before adding, “By now, you should be aware that the Celestial Phoenix Progenitor Ancestor is in deep slumber within this secret realm. I estimate that he will awaken in less than a month.”

Lin Xun was taken aback, then said, “Elder, please speak plainly.”

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor met his gaze and said, “When the Celestial Phoenix Progenitor Ancestor awakens, should danger arise, I hope that you will lend a hand.”

Lin Xun nodded. “That’s only right.”

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor gave Lin Xun a deep look before saying, “Let’s begin.”

Swoosh!

With a flick of her hand, the copper piece and Kunlun’s nine Emperor weapons flew into her palm one by one like streaks of flowing light.

Boom!

Then, from her hand, a torrent of dazzling divine flames erupted, swelling into a vortex then began melting the nine weapons along with the copper piece.

Lin Xun wasted no time. He let out a long breath, his eyes growing clear, his mind steady, devoid of all distractions.

At this moment, there was only one thought in his heart—a pure desire to forge a weapon.

With a single thought, the sound of hammers striking metal rang out. One by one, dozens of Emperor-grade weapons soared into the furnace formed by the All-Wonder Dao Fire.

Then, with unwavering focus, Lin Xun manipulated the All-Wonder Dao Fire as it roiled continuously, refining those Emperor weapons.

His technique was precise and fluid. After two months of practice, he had accumulated an incomparable wealth of experience.

Even so, he remained extremely cautious.

Each Emperor-grade weapon was inscribed with unique dao runes and imbued with its own mystical powers.

Melting them down while preserving their wonders and power was a true test of a weapon refiner’s skill.

In essence, refining Emperor-grade weapons was easy, but breaking them down into divine materials while retaining their essence and magic was extremely difficult.

For Lin Xun, it was also a huge challenge.

Fortunately, the power of the All-Wonder Dao Fire did not let him down. Under its careful control, the dozens of Emperor-grade weapons slowly began to show signs of being refined...

Lin Xun estimated that the process would take at least ten days.

“During this time, I’ll have to trouble you all to protect me.”

With that thought, Lin Xun summoned Xi, Big Yellow, and Xia Zhi from the Dao Endless Pagoda.

“Okay.”

Xi and the others understood that Lin Xun was forging his life-bound Emperor weapon and could not afford any distractions.

Lin Xun nodded and fully immersed himself in the refining process.

In the distance, Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor took notice of Xi, Big Yellow, and Xia Zhi, but she remained silent.

All of a sudden, the atmosphere in this secret realm grew solemn and still.

Three days later.

Under the command of Huang Cangtian, a formidable group, including Lian Jiuxiao of the Divine Forge Imperial Clan, set off to completely seal off Thousand Flame Imperial City before activating its ultimate defense formation.

From above, the sight was breathtaking. Thousand Flame Imperial City stood majestically over a vast sea of fire. As restriction arrays were activated, a divine brilliance erupted into the sky, illuminating the world in a dazzling spectacle.

Within the city, the streets were quiet and deserted.

Aside from the Celestial Phoenix Clan experts stationed in the city, the Divine Forge Imperial Clan experts, and a few allied forces under the Celestial Phoenix Clan’s command, not a single outsider could be seen.

It was also from this day on that a murderous and oppressive atmosphere descended upon the city, suffocating it like a rising tide.

Seven days later.

Thousands of miles away from Thousand Flame Imperial City, in the heart of a mountain range, the void suddenly trembled violently.

Rumble!

Figures emerged from thin air like a massive tide. Their presence was like heavenly soldiers and generals descending upon the world, their powerful auras shaking the very sky.

This spectacle continued for a full quarter of an hour.

When the quaking of the void finally subsided, an army of eight hundred thousand cultivators had assembled in this mountain range!

“Not bad, they didn’t arrive too late.”

Emperor Ancestor Wanliu and Emperor Ancestor Qianyin, who had been waiting, nodded in approval.

This mighty army, led by the White Tiger and Black Tortoise Clans, was composed of powerful experts from various affiliated clans.

Among them were fifty Emperor Stage experts in total.

In addition, the other experts in the army were carefully selected warriors, each having experienced countless battles and bloodshed.

Of course, in the minds of Emperor Ancestor Wanliu and Emperor Ancestor Qianyin, the true backbone of the battle lay with the Emperors. The lower-ranked cultivators were merely tasked with auxiliary duties.

For example, after conquering Thousand Flame Imperial City and destroying the Celestial Phoenix Clan, it would be the lower-ranked cultivators who handled the aftermath—clearing the battlefield, maintaining order and establishing control over the territory.

Thus, despite the presence of eight hundred thousand troops, the actual determining factor in battle would be the Emperors.

Fifty Emperors was already an incredibly powerful force.

However, it was clear that even this might not be enough to crush one of the Four Great Primordial Clans that had been standing for countless years.

In truth, this formidable army was just an advance force.

In the plan of the White Tiger and Black Tortoise Clans, the arrival of the influential figure from the Luo Clan would signal the full mobilization of their strength!

“Let’s go, it’s time to head to the gates.” With a flick of his sleeve, Emperor Ancestor Wanliu declared and took the lead.

On this day, an army of eight hundred thousand troops arrived outside Thousand Flame Imperial City, surrounding it like an unstoppable tide!

Those who had been closely watching the situation in Thousand Flame Imperial City were shaken to the core. The rumors that had spread across the world were finally confirmed. The White Tiger and Black Tortoise Clans had truly come to wage war against the Celestial Phoenix Clan.

A question weighed heavily on everyone’s mind: Could the Celestial Phoenix Clan withstand this calamity?

However, the army of eight hundred thousand troops did not immediately launch an attack. Instead, they stood at the city gates, seemingly waiting for something.

Even so, an oppressive and suffocating tension loomed over Thousand FIame Imperial City.

The experts of the Celestial Phoenix Clan and the Divine Forge Imperial Clan could feel the terrifying pressure bearing down on them.

By now, how could they not understand that since the White Tiger and Black Tortoise Clans dared to deploy such a massive force, this disaster would not be easily averted.

“As long as our Celestial Phoenix Clan survives this battle...one day...we will return this debt tenfold, a hundredfold!”

Huang Cangtian stood atop the towering city wall, his gaze cold as he surveyed the vast armies of the White Tiger and Black Tortoise Clans gathered outside the city.

Around him, all the old antiques of the Celestial Phoenix Clan radiated murderous intent, their expressions dark and imposing.

The Celestial Phoenix World was their clan’s territory, yet now, it faced an invasion. The actions of the White Tiger and Black Tortoise Clans made it clear that they attached no importance to them at all.

“Has there been any sign of the Progenitor Ancestor awakening?” Huang Cangtian suddenly asked.

The surrounding experts exchanged glances before shaking their heads.

Huang Cangtian’s brows furrowed, and a barely perceptible trace of worry flashed across his eyes.