Nine Realms Sword Emperor

The supreme elders of the Divine Blade's five ancestors glanced at each other and started contemplating upon hearing this.

They now clearly understood Chu Fengmian's strength, but the idea of being commanded by someone else was something they were utterly unwilling to accept.

"We understand Mr. Chu's strength now, and we ask for forgiveness for our previous offense."

Old Ancestor Wang Dao slowly recovered from his injuries and was the first to speak.

"For this operation to the Blood World, Mr. Chu will lead, and we are willing to comply."

"We are willing to let Mr. Chu serve as our captain."

Hearing Old Ancestor Wang Dao speak, the other old ancestors of the Divine Blade quickly expressed their loyalty.

Yet, in their eyes, there was still some resistance. The Divine Blade's five have always operated as a team; Old Ancestor Wang Dao might not be a match for Chu Feng, but together, they might well be.

After all, they practiced the same cooperative attack skill, strong enough to contend with the quasi-emperor.

Their unwillingness was clear to Chu Fengmian, but he had no intention of directly subduing them. To Chu Fengmian, these supremely old ancestors were like ants; if it weren't for needing them to deal with the blood snake tribe this time, he wouldn't even bother with them.

"Very well, but let me warn you, if anyone dares to disobey orders in the Blood World, I will kill them."

Chu Fengmian spoke without hesitation, disregarding the fury in the eyes of the Divine Blade's five.

"Naturally, since we have accepted Mr. Chu as our captain, we will, of course, follow his words."

Old Ancestor Wang Dao said with a smile, sweeping away his previous arrogance, as if he had genuinely submitted to Chu Fengmian.

"Then let's go."

Chu Fengmian nodded, taking the lead into the Blood World.

"Brother Wang? Are we really going to let this kid be the captain? Can you swallow this, while we cannot? A mere Destiny Realm brat, even if he has some fortuitous encounters, what right does he have to stand above us?"

Seeing Chu Fengmian enter the Blood World, Old Ancestor Stabbing Blade expressed his dissatisfaction.

"Indeed, being commanded by a mere Destiny Realm emperor, even you, Brother Wang, should not tolerate it. If you insist on supporting him, don't blame us for being ruthless. I am not entering the Blood World this time."

Old Ancestor Forging Blade spoke angrily beside him.

Usually, those emperors would be respectful when they see them, but Chu Fengmian acted as if superior to them, which they had never experienced before.

Just thinking of Chu Fengmian's previous words, Old Ancestor Forging Blade wished for a chance to kill him.

"Stabbing Blade, Forging Blade, when have we, the Forging Blade's five ancestors, ever been subordinate to anyone? Letting him be captain is merely to humor this kid. Otherwise, once we reach the Blood World, who will be the scapegoat?"

Old Ancestor Wang Dao suddenly sneered.

"The Blood World is extremely dangerous, being the first to expose oneself is a path to death. If this kid wants to stand out, let him see how long his arrogance lasts."

"So Brother Wang plans to use this kid as a scapegoat?"

Hearing Old Ancestor Wang Dao's words, the others nodded.

"We've visited the Blood World before; aware of its dangers, even the slightest carelessness could harm all five of us. Giving this kid the role of the scapegoat is indeed appropriate, but Brother Wang, will he willingly be our scapegoat? What if he sends us to our deaths?"

The most composed among them, Old Ancestor Floating Blade, questioned.

"No need to worry, this kid is just a small fry, blinded by his strong bloodline, arrogant beyond measure. We won't oppose him, but humor him instead; he can't avoid being the first to stand out."

Old Ancestor Wang Dao sneered.

The five ancestors of the Divine Blade had dominated the outside world for centuries; each one was a cunning expert, dealing with a small fry was nothing.

"Listen to me, let's enter quickly, so as not to arouse his suspicion."

Old Ancestor Wang Dao took the lead into the Blood World, and the rest followed.

When the Divine Blade's five ancestors and Chu Fengmian disappeared, several figures appeared near Ouyang Li, among them Vice President Hong Mu, Vice President Ghost God, and others including the Venerable Master.

"President, is this information true? Are you really going to let this kid take this advantage?"

The Venerable Master pondered, somewhat puzzled.

"The involvement of the Divine Blade's five ancestors merely means they are scapegoats; even if they enter, they cannot dominate the treasures, it's irrelevant. But if this kid kills the blood snake leader, then 60% of the treasure there could belong to him. You know, getting this information about the treasure cost us, the Ancient Snake Chamber of Commerce, greatly."

The information about a treasure ground alone could sell for an astronomical price, and the Ancient Snake Chamber of Commerce paid dearly for it.

Giving Chu Fengmian a free ride and 60% of the benefits seemed like letting him collect a windfall, making the Venerable Master furious.

As a dignified quasi-emperor, defeated by Chu Fengmian, he was full of thoughts of revenge against him, unwilling to let Chu Fengmian gain anything.

"60% of the treasure? Do you really think this kid can snatch that 60%? I doubt he'll even leave the Blood World alive."

Ouyang Li's faint smile vanished, replaced by coldness.

"This kid dared to cause trouble in our Ancient Snake Chamber of Commerce, thinking he can bully us? Does he remind you of the person sought by the Huo family and Lei family?"

"The President is talking about that mysterious dragon clan demon god?"

Upon hearing Ouyang Li, the Venerable Master and others pondered, their expressions changing dramatically.

"Indeed, such strength indeed resembles what the Huo family and Lei family described."

"It's said the Huo family and Lei family have issued a reward: anyone who kills this kid or provides information about him will receive abundant rewards. Why not notify them immediately?"

Vice President Hong Mu quickly suggested.

"I have already notified the Huo family and Lei family; they are likely lying in wait in the Blood World."

Ouyang Li revealed a sinister smile.

"Originally thought him a small fry, but he turns out to be a big fish. I've reached an agreement with the Huo and Lei families; they only want his life. Everything else, including his wealth and any bloodstones he acquires, belongs to our Ancient Snake Chamber of Commerce."

"Wisdom from the President, it seems this kid is doomed."