Chapter 2297 The Challenge of Luo Chen

Just by observing Bai Lingzhen, Wu Xiuxing and the others, Luo Xingfeng could tell that they had misjudged the situation.

On the other side of the cosmos, anyone capable of catching Luo Xingfeng’s eye was undoubtedly a pinnacle existence in the world.

Furthermore, among these pinnacle existences, those who could be called truly dazzling were not merely extraordinary in the conventional sense.

By comparison, Lin Daoyuan might not be particularly special next to those dazzling figures, but it depended on who he was measured against!

However, Luo Xingfeng saw no reason to explain.

With his status, he simply did not bother.

Those who had never trained on the other side of the cosmos could not possibly fathom its wonders.

The young man in white suddenly asked. “Is this Lin Daoyuan still in this world?”

“Yes.” Bai Lingzhen, Wu Xiuxing and the others nodded quickly.

“Chen’er, are you curious about what Lin Daoyuan is capable of?” Luo Xingfeng couldn’t help but ask.

Among the Luo Clan from the other side of the cosmos, Luo Chen was one of the most dazzling supreme Emperors of the younger generation. His talent was unparalleled, and his foundation unmatched. He was a prodigy destined for cultivation.

From a young age, he had awakened the Luo Clan’s top-tier innate bloodline talent—Astral Flame Spirit Vortex. In just eight hundred years, he had ascended to the fourth realm Emperor Stage!

His astonishing achievement left even the clan’s elders in awe.

Most astonishing of all, despite the deep arrogance ingrained in his very bones, Luo Chen possessed an unmatched wisdom and composure.

To outsiders, his pride might seem overbearing, as if he looked down on all beneath him. However, those who truly understood knew that this was no mere arrogance. It was an unshakable confidence, the kind of invincible belief that every cultivator of the great dao should possess.

Luo Xingfeng had specially brought Luo Chen here to broaden his horizons, to let him experience the world beyond his own.

“The invincible dao I seek is undergoing a subtle transformation,” Luo Chen said calmly. “This trip, I intend to further refine my cultivation. If I can achieve a great breakthrough within the next hundred years, I will enter the Seven Clans Emperor War and claim new origin law powers for our clan!”

Luo Xingfeng’s heart trembled slightly, admiration flashing in his eyes. “What ambition! In the clan, some favor the eldest son, others place their hopes in the third young lady, but I, your seventh uncle, believe in you. I believe that with your talent, Chen’er, you will not disappoint the clan!”

Luo Chen had awakened the talent of Astral Flame Spirit Vortex, an extraordinary talent ranked at the top.

Yet, despite the high expectations placed upon him, Luo Chen remained eerily calm, neither elated nor excited.

“Seventh Uncle, I only know that within our Luo Clan, the most powerful talent is the Grand Abyss Heaven Devourer. Unfortunately...countless years have passed... Ninth Uncle has already fallen in the world of the other side of the cosmos, and Sixth Uncle has yet to capture the traitor, Luo Qingxun...”

As Luo Chen spoke, a trace of sorrow flickered in his eyes.

Grand Abyss Heaven Devourer!

That was the very foundation that had allowed the Luo Clan to stand supreme on the other side of the cosmos, overlooking all beneath the heavens!

Luo Xingfeng’s expression turned cold for a moment, as if recalling something from the past. Then, he chuckled lightly, “With the law power our Luo Clan now commands, whether or not we possess the Grand Abyss Heaven Devourer will not affect the foundation of our clan.”

Luo Chen hummed in acknowledgment and said no more.

Bai Lingzhen, Wu Xiuxing and the others had been listening intently to the conversation between the two, but confusion still flickered across their faces.

The Seven Clans Emperor War? The Grand Abyss Heaven Devourer... They simply could not comprehend the significance of those terms.

However, they did know about the traitor, Luo Qingxun.

It was no exaggeration to say that because of her, the Four Great Primordial Clans, White Tiger, Black Tortoise, Celestial Phoenix and True Dragon, had been thrust onto different paths of fate!

“Let’s go. It’s time to meet the Celestial Phoenix Progenitor Ancestor, if he has truly awakened... Oh, and Lin Daoyuan as well.” Luo Xingfeng decided.

Bai Lingzhen, Wu Xiuxing and the others felt their spirits lifting, and uncontrollable anticipation rose in their hearts. After today, the Celestial Phoenix Lineage would finally be wiped out...right?

......

The once prosperous Thousand Flame Imperial City had been reduced to a vast expanse of ruins. Only a handful of structures near Divine Forge Workshop A1 remained intact.

“The fourth realm Emperor Stage is called Pervading Mystery. When I break through to this level, I will face the Illusory Mystery World Tribulation...With my current cultivation, I might be able to break through within three months...”

In the Divine Forge Workshop, surrounded by the Heaven Slaughtering Dao Severing array, Lin Xun sat cross-legged, lost in quiet contemplation.

Lately, he often felt strong signs of breakthrough stirring within him, as though he had touched upon heavenly insights beyond the great dao.

This led him to conclude that he was not far from the fourth realm Emperor Stage.

Nearby, Huang Cangtian and other old monsters from the Celestial Phoenix Lineage conversed with Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor. Their expressions revealed a hint of tension and unease.

Only Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor remained as composed as ever.

Lian Jiuxiao and the others from the Divine Forge Imperial Clan had already been secured. They were not strong enough to contribute significantly in the battle and would only become a burden if they joined rashly.

Meanwhile, Xia Zhi had entered a state of deep slumber once again and wouldn’t awaken anytime soon.

At present, the only remaining from his group who could stand with Lin Xun in battle were Xi and Big Yellow.

As for Sword Spirit Yezi, Wuque, and the Broken Blade Spirit, there was still a significant gap between them and true Emperor Ancestor beings. Lin Xun had decided not to send them into battle unless absolutely necessary.

The atmosphere in the Divine Forge Workshop was heavy and oppressive.

Everyone knew that today, a powerful figure from the Luo Clan from the other side of the cosmos would arrive, bringing with them an immeasurable and deadly threat.

No one could say with certainty that they would be able to withstand this disaster!

“Huang Cangtian!”

Suddenly, Bai Lingzhen, the patriarch of the White Tiger Clan, called out with a cold, cutting voice that rang through the air outside the Divine Forge Workshop, “Lord Luo Xingfeng, the seventh elder of the Luo Clan, has arrived. Why don’t you come out and greet him?”

“If you don’t want your clan to be eradicated, come out here immediately!” The voice of the patriarch of the Black Tortoise Clan Wu Xiuxing also echoed.

Their words were laced with blatant threats!

Shua!

Lin Xun’s eyes snapped open, and his spirit sense surged outward like a crashing tide.

At the same time, Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor, Huang Cangtian and the others stopped what they were doing and turned their attention toward the outside of the Divine Forge Workshop.

In the void, leading the group were Luo Xingfeng and Luo Chen, both dressed in wide-sleeved daoist robes with wide belts. Bai Lingzhen, Wu Xiuxing and other old monsters from the White Tiger and Black Tortoise Clans stood by their sides. The sight of such a formidable assembly sent an undeniable chill through the air.

Despite that, all eyes were on Luo Xingfeng and Luo Chen, because everyone knew that they posed the greatest threat.

Lin Xun observed Luo Xingfeng and Luo Chen as well, but he paid little attention to Luo Chen. After a moment of scrutiny, his eyes narrowed slightly.

This old guy’s cultivation is impossible to gauge!

“My clan severed ties with the Luo Clan long ago. No one from the Luo Clan deserves to be welcomed by us in person.” Huang Cangtian spoke, his voice deep and unwavering.

“How dare you?!”

“Do you want to die?!”

Bai Lingzhen and Wu Xiuxing roared in fury, but deep down, they both secretly hoped for Huang Cangtian to maintain such a defiant stance. If he managed to offend Lord Luo Xingfeng, they might have the chance to witness the destruction of the Celestial Phoenix Lineage!

However, Luo Xingfeng remained calm and said aloud, “I came here to see the Celestial Phoenix Progenitor Ancestor. As for the rest of you...you may leave.”

His tone was unbothered, yet the disdain behind his words made it clear he considered Huang Cangtian and the others insignificant.

Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor’s eyes turned cold as she spoke, “The Celestial Phoenix Progenitor Ancestor has failed in his attempt at nirvana, and I now wield his cultivation. If you seek him, you will speak to me instead.”

Bai Lingzhen and Wu Xiuxing were taken aback by this claim. Then, they responded with a sneer and shouted, “We want to see for ourselves if he’s truly dead or alive! What proof do you have to back up your claim?”

Their greatest concern was the threat posed by the Celestial Phoenix Progenitor Ancestor, so they couldn’t simply accept Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor’s statement.

“You’re just like a fox using a tiger’s power, what right do you have to demand proof from me?” Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor’s gaze turned condescending.

The only person she feared here was Luo Xingfeng.

Bai Lingzhen was about to retaliate when Luo Xingfeng dismissed him with a wave of his hand. “I came to this Celestial Phoenix World with a single purpose: to invite the Celestial Phoenix Progenitor Ancestor to join me in cultivation on the other side of the cosmos. This is also a great blessing for him.”

After a pause, his eyes flashed a deep, chilling coldness, and he continued, “If my kind offer is rejected, then don't blame me for being ruthless.”

His meaning was unmistakable: The Celestial Phoenix Progenitor Ancestor had no choice but to bow his head and serve the Luo Clan from the other side of the cosmos, or the Celestial Phoenix Lineage would be wiped out!

The faces of Huang Cangtian and the others darkened.

“Impossible!” Thousand Fire Spirit Emperor rejected the offer without hesitation.

Luo Xingfeng smiled, a chill creeping into his grin. “Among the Four Great Primordial Clans, the True Dragon Progenitor Ancestor committed an unforgivable crime and is now sealed in the depths of the Sea of Sins, but in the end, he has managed to keep the True Dragon Lineage standing. I’m curious to see just how resilient your Celestial Phoenix Lineage is!”

Speaking in a casual and leisurely voice, Luo Xingfeng extended a hand.

Just then, Luo Chen, clad in robes whiter than snow, suddenly interjected, “Seventh Uncle, not just yet. Ask them which one is Lin Daoyuan.”

Luo Xingfeng was taken aback before letting out a chuckle, “Afraid I might accidentally kill the boy? Very well, I’ll let them live a little longer.”

His words sent a chill down the spine of Huang Cangtian and the others.

Has the other party already figured out Lin Xun’s true identity?

“Young Master, that boy is Lin Daoyuan!” Bai Lingzhen pointed at Lin Xun, his eyes seething with hatred.

Three days ago, Lin Xun’s arrival had turned the tide against their White Tiger and Black Tortoise Lineages, causing their assault to fail and resulting in the deaths of many Emperor Ancestors. How could Bai Lingzhen not hate him?

Shua!

At that moment, Luo Chen’s gaze fell upon the Heaven Slaughtering Dao Severing array, locking onto Lin Xun from afar.

A sinister, piercing light flickered in his eyes.

It’s him. Just from his aura alone, he stands apart from the rest.

Almost instantly, his expression returned to its usual calm, his white robes billowing slightly as he clasped his hands behind his back. Then, in an indifferent tone, he said, “Lin Daoyuan, do you dare face me in battle?”