Chapter 2323 Suppressing Licang

Lin Xun cupped his fist and said, “Thank you for the grace you’ve shown.”

Star Martial Emperor's eyes were complicated as she gazed at Lin Xun for a long time. In the end, she said “The Ancient Wasteland Domain is forever fortunate to have you, Lin Daoyuan.”

With that, she turned around and left, her scarlet armor especially eye-catching.

Lin Xun also resumed his walk. From beginning to end, Big Yellow had acted like a spectator while following him with every step.

The group of old monsters in the dark had sunk into silence, but their hearts could not calm down.

The power of a supreme Great Emperor had completely subverted their view of the Emperor dao. On top of that, Star Martial Emperor’s admitting defeat hit them with a realization.

For their Abandoned Star Field to impede such a young man was...very difficult!

Among them, those who were aware that they were inferior to Star Martial Emperor completely gave up on the idea of challenging Lin Xun, for it was no different from asking to be insulted.

Some suggested attacking together, but they were met with strong opposition.

Even though Lin Xun had never joined the Ancient Wasteland Alliance, he still came from the Ancient Wasteland Domain, which meant he was not an outsider.

Moreover, they all knew about the grudge between him and Demon Crow Great Emperor; it could only be considered their personal matter. If not for everyone being in the same camp as the latter, they wouldn't have even bothered getting involved.

Fifteen minutes later.

Lin Xun arrived at the deepest part of the Abandoned Star Field. It was an utterly barren and chaotic zone of countless meteorites in turbulence that formed what resembled a raging sea storm.

Terrifying folds in the void splashed out ribbons of spacetime light, whose flickers could make even Emperor Ancestors shiver in fear.

Right in the depths of this cluster of meteorites, three broken worlds floated.

One blazed with monstrous golden flames like a molten kingdom.

One was silent and cold. Everything it was home to had withered. Permeated with a depressingly derelict atmosphere, it was a world of ruins.

The last one was fettered by layers and layers of black chains that flashed with destructive law power undulations.

“Old Demon Crow is imprisoned in that molten world, but if you want to go there, you will have to pass me first,” rang that indistinct and emotionless voice as a figure rose from the dust of the silent and cold world.

His beard and hair were scruffy, but his appearance was that of a young man. His features weren’t outstanding, and he didn’t have the slightest power fluctuation about him.

However, upon seeing this person, Big Yellow's pupils quickly shrunk with a touch of gravity.

It transmitted to Lin Xun, “I'm afraid that he’s Emperor Ancestor Licang. His aura is completely concealed inside like it’s being isolated in another realm. He has already reached the peak of the Ancestor Stage.”

Lin Xun's eyes narrowed slightly as he showed no emotion.

After getting on his feet, the figure patted off the dust all over his clothes and took a gentle step into the void.

The next second, he appeared above the stars.

It gave the impression that he hadn’t performed a teleportation, but rather that the ruinous world had embraced and propelled him forward. It was mind-boggling to watch.

This young-looking man was indeed Emperor Ancestor Licang, the current leader of the Ancient Wasteland Alliance.

His eyes were serene, and just like a mortal, he exuded no aura. However, in the eyes of Lin Xun and Big Yellow, Licang was like the overlord of this starry zone. His energy and power had long been integrated into every inch of space here!

Emperor Ancestor Licang said, “Before his departure, the golden cicada suppressed Old Demon Crow with a single palm strike. The latter cannot be free before a full hundred years has passed. At the moment, that term is still far from over.

“I propose that you wait for the day he gets out of imprisonment and settle your personal grudge with him.”

Lin Xun briefly thought about it before he curtly replied, “I don’t have time for that.”

He was really busy.

If he hadn’t passed by the Abandoned Star Field in this trip to the Kunlun Dominion, then he wouldn't have even thought about seeking the old demon crow.

Emperor Ancestor Licang laughed, “Oh, to hear ‘I don’t have time’ from someone who has only been cultivating for...how long?

“Not to mention that, I heard you chopped down the Sacred Fusang Tree that belonged to the Golden Crow Clan, no? Or else Old Demon Crow wouldn’t possibly see you as a thorn in his side. Such aggressiveness is undesirable for a young man like you.”

Lin Xun frowned. “The grudge between me and that old fogey didn't start from the Sacred Fusang Tree, so it’s best that you, Fellow Daoist, not jump to conclusions before understanding the whole situation.”

The old monsters watching from the dark collectively gasped. They had not expected that Lin Daoyuan would be so overbearing even when in front of Emperor Ancestor Licang.

The smile on Licang's lips faded as he scanned Lin Xun before turning to Big Yellow. “Are you here to provide him support, Roaring Battle Emperor?”

Big Yellow grinned. “Me, sticking up for him? It’s not that serious. I just think that outsiders like you and me should stay out of people's personal business, lest we get their mud all over ourselves.”

“Is that so?” Emperor Ancestor Licang turned back to Lin Xun. “The rules of the Ancient Wasteland Alliance will not change for anyone, no matter who they are. Young man, you have a limitless future in front of you. Being obsessed with hatred will only be detrimental to your cultivation. I don’t want to make things difficult for you, and I hope that you won't make things difficult for me either.”

These words weren’t angry nor unfriendly in any way, but the lofty and condescending undertone of someone who deemed themselves a senior was in full display.

Hearing them, Lin Xun started to grow impatient. He flatly said, “If I really intend to make an enemy of the Ancient Wasteland Alliance, why would I have been so humble and reserved on my way here? I also hope that you don’t try to pressure me with big words, Fellow Daoist.”

He heavily stressed the two words ‘Fellow Daoist.’

Emperor Ancestor Licang broke into laughter, “You call

me

a fellow daoist?”

Subtext being, ‘A young man like you thinks you’re worthy of being my peer?’

Lin Xun, however, was not annoyed at all. Instead, he seriously thought about it before giving his response, “This title is indeed a bit inappropriate. Strictly speaking, we are not on the same path because you’ve never been in the Supreme Emperor Stage. You can take back those teaching speeches you’ve thrown at me. After all, who in all these worlds is actually qualified to judge my dao?”

These words greatly delighted Big Yellow.

That’s a supreme Emperor for you! Completely justified! An invisible slap in his face!

Who didn’t know that Lin Xun was the first cultivator in a hundred thousand years to become a supreme Emperor?

Who in existence was qualified to comment on his dao?

Emperor Ancestor Licang’s expression visibly darkened. Lin Xun’s remark had obviously irritated him, but it was impossible for him to refute it.

Supreme!

How was the weight in this single word something that anyone could fathom?

He stared at Lin Xun for a moment and uttered, “Having a quick tongue is useless here.”

Lin Xun said without a second thought, “Then we’ll find out in action.”

It wasn't like he hadn't killed Emperor Ancestors in the Celestial Phoenix World!

Emperor Ancestor Licang let out a long sigh as he donned a disappointed look, “Forget it. If that’s what you want, then I will personally help you sober up to reality today, Emperor Daoyuan. So that you’ll stop thinking you can look down on everyone because you are a supreme Great Emperor.”

Boom!

He clawed at the air. The whole void trembled in a sudden, intense surge of bright dao light, which transformed into a five-finger cage that enfolded Lin Xun.

It felt as though this entire starry zone was at his beck and call, and whoever in it would be subjected to his restraint!

Lin Xun only smiled. “You should have done this from the start instead of babbling all that nonsense. Big Yellow!”

“Wreck him!” Big Yellow, who had long been prepared for this, shot out with a howl.

“Even if you have Roaring Battle Emperor... It is still futile...” Emperor Ancestor Licang smiled calmly.

With a thought, his five-finger cage spread with billions of lights, wanting to dominate Lin Xun and Big Yellow together.

Kaboom!

Big Yellow swung its claw and broke the five-finger cage. Then, it continued charging up ferociously.

“I might have three qualms if your master is here, but just you and this kid...? You are but mantises trying to fight a chariot.” Emperor Ancestor Licang smiled indifferently. As his sleeve waved, five fingers probed out.

However, right at this moment, a blinding white radiance poured out from Lin Xun and pierced Licang’s eyes. It was to the point he found it hard to open them.

It was also at this instant that Big Yellow slapped out its paw.

Bang!

There was a dull noise as Emperor Ancestor Licang stumbled and crashed to the ground. His mind went blank, and stars filled his vision.

What on earth?!

It was as if the sky had turned over in a flash. Even a powerful peak Emperor Ancestor like him had gotten caught off guard and struck with a sense of confusion.

When he tried to get up, Big Yellow pressed one paw on his back and put another around his neck like grabbing an old rabbit.

Swollen with arrogance, the dog shouted, “Where’s that dignified air just now, old fogey? Put it back on if you can!”

Emperor Ancestor Licang was so mortified and angry that he almost coughed up blood. He had been dominated by a dog in mere seconds, which was definitely the greatest shame he had experienced so far in his cultivation journey!

Meanwhile, the old monsters in the dark were all gawking with their jaws agape. Even if they tore their hair out, they still couldn’t comprehend how Emperor Ancestor Licang could have been suppressed when the fight had just started!

If they hadn't seen it with their own eyes, then they would have suspected that they were dreaming.

“I didn't think that you, the hallowed Roaring Battle Emperor, would also engage in sneak attacks!” Emperor Ancestor Licang gritted his teeth. His eyes gleamed with a horrifying light, his face terribly livid.

Bam!

Big Yellow raised its paw and viciously smacked the back of Licang's head. “As an Emperor Ancestor, you went and bullied a young fourth realm Emperor. Aren’t you ashamed of yourself? Peh! Shameless bastard!”

Emperor Ancestor Licang was seeing red. He screeched on the verge of madness, “Roaring Battle Emperor, do you really want to start a feud with the Ancient Wasteland Alliance?”

Before, he was calm and composed, towering over others like a sovereign. Whether it was Big Yellow or Lin Xun, he had treated them like an old senior giving guidance.

Now, he was a disheveled mess, sprawling in the void under Big Yellow’s paws. It looked woefully disgraceful.

“Less bullshit. Just how wicked can you get, old fogey? Using the alliance to threaten us when you find out you can’t win? Have you no shame?” Big Yellow admonished.

“You...” Emperor Ancestor Licang was so furious that he couldn't even get the words out.

“Big Yellow, let him go,” said Lin Xun suddenly.

“Let him go?” Big Yellow hesitated, “What if this old thing...”

“He lost, defeated. What's more, we aren't here to make an enemy of the Ancient Wasteland Alliance. Otherwise, I would have directly killed him instead of reasoning with him,” explained Lin Xun nonchalantly.

Big Yellow nodded and returned to him.

Seeing this, the old monsters watching from the dark breathed a long sigh of relief.

If Lin Xun really shedded all pretences of cordiality with Emperor Ancestor Licang, then as members of the Ancient Wasteland Alliance, they certainly wouldn’t be able to stand by and watch.

The problem was that, would Emperor Ancestor Licang be willing to swallow such a great humiliation?

All gazes were directed toward him.