Ling Tian Sword God

The disciples from both sides tensed, preparing for a fierce battle.

What followed was likely a duel to the death; a grand war between the Righteous Path and the Demonic Sect was about to erupt prematurely.

Just when the battle was about to ignite, Liu Xiling suddenly extended her hand, white as jade, and spoke, "Hold on. If we fight here, blood will surely flow like a river. I have a solution that everyone might be satisfied with, regardless of the outcome."

Xu Feihong and Lu Youzhen both turned towards Liu Xiling simultaneously. Traces of disbelief appeared on their faces. "What solution?" they asked. They didn't believe Liu Xiling would suggest anything favorable to them. After all, the Void Emperor's royal decree was still in her hands.

"I will ask Xia Ji to toss the Void Emperor's royal decree into the air. The four of us will each retreat one hundred steps. I will count to three, then we rush. Whoever seizes the Void Emperor's royal decree first, it shall belong to them. The others will not be allowed to compete for it any further. Should anyone do so, they will be deemed an enemy of all. How does that sound?" Liu Xiling calmly suggested.

Lu Youzhen squinted his eyes. "Are you serious?" The Void Emperor's royal decree was the greatest secret of Tienzong; who wouldn't wish to possess it? Even he and Xu Feihong, both martial giants of the Righteous Path, were competitors. He would never sit by and watch the Void Emperor's royal decree fall into the hands of the Demonic Sect. However, he also wouldn't let Xu Feihong acquire it. Otherwise, Xu Feihong might become a powerhouse, surpassing him in strength, and turning into another Ling Tianyu.

The Demon Elder felt the same. He, too, would not idly sit by and let Liu Xiling get the Void Emperor's royal decree. However, Liu Xiling's willingness to hand it over voluntarily was surprising. But he could understand her reasoning. Liu Xiling didn't want to become everyone's target. Besides the four of them, other experts were lurking in the shadows, waiting for an opportune moment.

Liu Xiling nodded. "Of course." Then, she casually glanced at Xia Ji behind her. Xia Ji took out the Void Emperor's royal decree. Xia Ji knew she was no longer part of the contest; keeping the Void Emperor's royal decree would only endanger her life.

"When I count to three, throw the Void Emperor's royal decree," Liu Xiling ordered.

Xia Ji took her position at the center of the four Top Sky Apex Strong. "Yes," she replied. She took a quick look at the four of them and began to count.

Every number she uttered seemed to make hearts pound.

Xu Ruoyan watched the scene and silently prayed, I hope my father can get the Void Emperor's royal decree.

Ling Chen shook his head. I'm afraid it's not that simple. This place is full of hidden masters and lurking dangers. Even martial giants like Xu Feihong have little chance of obtaining the Void Emperor's royal decree.

Xia Ji counted to three, a gleam flashing in her beautiful eyes. "Three!" The next moment, she hurled the Void Emperor's royal decree skyward. Like an arrow released from a bow, the royal decree shot upwards.

WHOOSH! WHOOSH! WHOOSH!

As soon as she finished, four figures shot out, leaving afterimages in their wake. The disciples stared, dumbfounded.

The speed of the four martial giants was too fast for many disciples to follow with their eyes.

In an instant, the four appeared in four different positions, not far from the Void Emperor's royal decree.

The Demon Elder, with his Wings of the Demon, was a step faster than the others. He was the first to reach the Void Emperor's royal decree, a look of delight on his face.

"Gentlemen, I'll be taking this!" The Demon Elder burst into laughter, already considering the Void Emperor's royal decree his.

Not far away, Xu Feihong snorted coldly. "In your dreams!" He abruptly stopped, extended a finger into the air—fast as a shooting star—and struck the Void Emperor's royal decree, sending it flying in another direction.

However, Liu Xiling happened to be in that direction. A smile touched the corners of her lips. "Thank you for the gift," she said.

She extended her jade-like hand, the blood-red mark on her palm glowing brightly. A powerful suction force emanated from it, pulling the Void Emperor's royal decree toward her.

"You're celebrating too soon."

WHOOSH!

An illusion of Lu Youzhen appeared opposite Liu Xiling. With a flick of his sword, he sent the Void Emperor's royal decree flying once more.

Amidst the fierce struggle of the four, the Void Emperor's royal decree showed no sign of falling. Instead, it soared higher and higher. The four battled in mid-air, unleashing incredible techniques that left many disciples staring in amazement, their mouths wide open.

Are they even human?

They're too strong! So this is a Top Sky Apex Strong expert—able to fly and move through the earth, omnipotent!

When will I reach such a level? To look down upon the Martial World, to scorn all under heaven... I would die without regrets!

Some of the younger generation were shocked, appearing dazed. Others were thrilled, their fighting spirit surging.

Unfortunately, Top Sky Apex Strong experts were extremely rare in the Five Kingdoms. Becoming one was as difficult as ascending to the heavens. Out of countless warriors, perhaps only one in one hundred thousand, or even one in a million, could achieve it.

Ling Chen was also captivated by the intense battle in the sky, but he knew very well that other experts were still lurking nearby, watching like tigers eyeing their prey. Those people haven't made a move yet; they're certainly patient, he thought. Their inaction wasn't due to fear of conflict, but because they were waiting for the perfect moment to strike.

At this moment, the fierce mid-air battle among the four Top Sky Apex Strong was approaching its climax.

"Wings of the Demon!"

Black True Qi erupted from the Demon Elder. His meridians turned black, as if he were afflicted by a potent poison, giving him a terrifying, ferocious appearance. Simultaneously, the Wings of the Demon on his back abruptly extended several meters. His speed instantly multiplied, and he relentlessly closed in on the Void Emperor's royal decree.

"Myriad Dao Return to the Origin!"

Lu Youzhen, the Myriad Dao Sect Master, also unleashed his signature technique. All the illusions behind him vanished without a trace, and his speed suddenly increased, making him seem like an entirely different person.

The Void Emperor's royal decree seemed about to fall into the hands of one of these two.

The onlookers, who had been holding their breath, finally felt a sense of anticipation. It's finally coming to an end! This earth-shattering battle seemed to be finally reaching its conclusion.

However, at that very moment, a figure shot out from nearby ruins. This person wore a thin mask seemingly made of pure gold and lunged straight for the Void Emperor's royal decree like a black hawk.

In mid-air, this golden-masked individual flipped his palm, and a golden Flying Dagger appeared in his hand.

The next moment, he hurled the Flying Dagger. Astonishingly, the golden Flying Dagger twisted and deformed in mid-air, rapidly extending six blades. It spun at high speed, resembling a propeller, an unbelievable sight.

"That's the Heavenly Remnant Flying Knife! It's the unique Hidden Weapon of the Black Market Master!"

The Young Master of Myriad Dao, being well-informed, instantly recognized the Flying Dagger's origin. Within the Five Kingdoms, only one person could wield it: the Master of the Five Nations Black Market.

The crowd erupted in discussion, the place buzzing with voices. What? Even the Black Market Master is here? Heavens, how many major figures will appear today! For this token, the entire Martial World is probably in an uproar! I wonder what secret this token holds, and who will ultimately obtain it!

Most people no longer felt fear, only excitement. Witnessing such a peerless battle was worth the journey, a memory to cherish for a lifetime without regret.