Soul Emperor Martial God

At that moment, two middle-aged Martial Artists were standing beside the gate's Deacon.

Their expressions were somewhat haughty.

These two people were Deacons of the Snow Winged Eagle Clan, holding higher positions than the typical Deacons of the Ice and Snow Holy Sect.

"Deacon Ouyang, are you joking?" scoffed the two middle-aged Martial Artists.

"Are you asking me to carry these two milk-nosed youths through the air?"

"Have you forgotten the rules of our Snow Winged Eagle Clan?"

The Deacon leading the way before, surnamed Ouyang,

had stopped suddenly precisely because he had encountered the two Snow Winged Eagle Deacons

and had explained the situation.

"Uh, this…" Deacon Ouyang awkwardly said, "Please don't rush, both of you."

"I am naturally aware of the rules of the Snow Winged Eagle Clan."

"However, these two young people are disciples of the Sword Sect, with notable Cultivation and exceptional strength."

The Snow Winged Eagle Clan was known for its pride.

If you want them to willingly carry you, apart from offering compensation, you also have to defeat them and earn their acknowledgment.

This was a rule of the Snow Winged Eagle Clan.

"What about being Sword Sect disciples?" the two Snow Winged Eagle Deacons mockingly smiled.

"Aren't they still in need of our Snow Winged Eagle Clan?"

"Perhaps they may not even compare to our clan's Heavenly Talent."

The two Snow Winged Eagle Deacons displayed an overbearing attitude.

Xiao Yi shook his head, not intending to quarrel.

He knew it was just their nature.

Owners of beastly Martial Souls, like birds and demon beasts, often exhibited unruly and extremely arrogant traits.

Unexpectedly, Bai Bingxue angrily said, "Merely two of Earth Origin Sixth Layer, and yet you dare to talk big and look down on our Sword Sect?"

"Ah, little girl, what a temper." The two middle-aged Martial Artists sneered.

"Well then, since you are Sword Sect disciples, you must have some skills."

"If you can defeat us, we will carry you to the Ice Edge Conference for free."

"If you lose, then get lost immediately."

"Do you dare?"

Martial Artists from the Snow Winged Eagle Clan, besides being extremely arrogant, were also highly combative.

"Fear you?" Bai Bingxue retorted coldly.

On hearing this, the two middle-aged Martial Artists instantly made their move.

One attacked Bai Bingxue.

The other looked at Xiao Yi and said, "I won't bully you two youngsters."

"You strike first."

Xiao Yi shrugged his shoulders, saying, "Me? I'm fine just watching from the sidelines."

For Bai Bingxue, even if she had to face them alone, it would be easy, not to mention it being one on one.

She was of Earth Origin Seventh Layer Cultivation.

Being a disciple of the Sword Sect, she had an exceptional combat ability, capable of overcoming opponents beyond her level.

Especially since she was a disciple of the Sky-splitting Sword Maiden.

Indeed, the fight began swiftly and ended just as quickly.

The middle-aged Martial Artist failed to last even 10 moves against Bai Bingxue.

With her sword at the throat of the middle-aged Martial Artist, Bai Bingxue said coldly, "Now tell me, how about the disciples of the Sword Sect?"

Disciples from sects or denominations had a very high sense of cohesion.

The stronger the power, the stronger the disciples' sense of belonging and recognition toward the sect.

Naturally, Bai Bingxue did not want others to belittle the Sword Sect.

The middle-aged Martial Artist was also straightforward, saying directly, "I lost."

"I admit I am not as good as you."

"But I do not admit that your Sky-splitting Sword Sect's Heavenly Talent is stronger than our Snow Winged Eagle Clan's."

"Then let your Heavenly Talent come out and compare."

Bai Bingxue said proudly.

"What arrogance..."

Just then, a haughty voice emerged suddenly from the roaring snowstorm.

A white figure, with a piercing cry, broke through the sky.

A snowy white giant eagle circled several times in the snowy sky before finally landing.

It must be said, the eagle's spotless white body was extraordinarily beautiful.

And those defiant eyes were filled with a demeanor that dominated the Heaven and Earth—

This was the sovereign of the skies, the Snow Winged Eagle.

In the next second, a young man appeared out of nowhere atop the glow from the Snow Winged Eagle.

Clearly, he was a warrior from the Snow Winged Eagle Clan.

"Ye Hong?" the two middle-aged Martial Artists exclaimed in surprise.

The young man, named Ye Hong,

was one of the notable young Heavenly Talents of the Snow Winged Eagle Clan, with Earth Origin Sixth Layer Cultivation.

A true Heavenly Talent with terrifying combat prowess that could fight beyond his level.

"Begin," Ye Hong said coldly, staring at Bai Bingxue. "If you win, I, Ye Hong, will personally carry you to the Ice Edge Conference."

The Snow Winged Eagle Clan was combative, as they claimed.

The battle between Bai Bingxue and Ye Hong erupted in an instant.

Xiao Yi watched from the side, nodding silently.

Ye Hong's strength, if showcased beyond his lands, might make even an average Earth Origin Ninth Layer Martial Artist seem no match for him.

Moreover, according to the Senior Swordswoman, the Snow Winged Eagle Clan has always maintained a good relationship with the Sky-splitting Sword Sect.

Therefore, the current clashes should merely be seen as friendly sparring.

In the battles, Bai Bingxue quickly gained the upper hand from the moment they began.

After all, Bai Bingxue's Cultivation was a level higher than Ye Hong's.

Ye Hong was almost entirely suppressed.

After a moment, Ye Hong's expression shifted from arrogance to surprise.

He never imagined that a woman younger than him could possess the strength to overpower him.

However, they were on the territory of the Ice and Snow Sacred Mountain, surrounded by disciples of the Ice and Snow Holy Sect.

The pride of the Snow Winged Eagle Clan forbid him from admitting defeat.

"You're tough, but don't forget, this is the Snow Winged Eagle Clan's territory," Ye Hong sneered.

The Martial Soul Illusion condensed behind him almost instantly.

The moment the Martial Soul Illusion appeared, Ye Hong's aura surged dramatically.

At the same time, the surrounding snow and wind obeyed his command, becoming an extension of his power.

The wind and snow swirled menacingly towards Bai Bingxue.

They were now near the summit of the Ice and Snow Sacred Mountain.

The cold here and the fierce wind were not to be underestimated.

Bai Bingxue furrowed her brow, taking care not to be careless as she conjured a cold sword with her hand.

This was her Martial Soul.

It was an Ice Attribute Sword Martial Soul, recognized as one of the Green Peak.

The Ice Attribute Sword Martial Soul was considered quite rare.

Although only at Green Peak, it was the Martial Soul that resonated best with the Ice Sword Gang technique of the Senior Sky-splitting Swordswoman.

Bai Bingxue, who had mastered its essence deeply, had terrifyingly powerful burst combat abilities.

Brandishing her sword, Bai Bingxue's movements created sword flowers that seemed both illusionary and shadowy.

Each stroke appeared to automatically draw upon the Heaven and Earth Power.

The wind and snow, which were initially controlled by Ye Hong, were now seemingly drawn to her flowing sword flowers.

"Break," Bai Bingxue commanded coldly.

The elegant sword flowers, enveloped in layers of snow and wind, swiftly enveloped Ye Hong.

The intricacies of each sword stroke were astonishing to onlookers.

Ye Hong, now covered in sword flowers, had his eyes gleaming as he muttered to himself, "How beautiful."

A clang echoed as the sword chant struck.

Ye Hong was sent flying by a single strike.

"You've lost," Bai Bingxue declared proudly.

Ye Hong stood up, seemingly uninjured, and with a change of attitude, chuckled lightly, "If Ye Hong is inferior in skill and defeated by the lady, then so be it."

"I shall abide by our agreement then, and carry you into the Extreme Cold Land."

As Ye Hong spoke, he gazed intently at Bai Bingxue.

His look was one of clear admiration.

People of the Snow Winged Eagle Clan were always straightforward and decisive.

Bai Bingxue frowned slightly, finding his acceptance of defeat and straightforward attitude to be quite decisive.

She bowed her hands and said, "Thank you."

However, just at that moment, an elder suddenly descended from the sky.

"Wait."

"Both young friends, I'm afraid you'll go back empty-handed."

"It just so happens that all the Heavenly Talents of the Snow Winged Eagle Clan are in closed-door cultivation, and the Martial Artists not in cultivation are all preoccupied."

"We can't take you to the Extreme Cold Land."

No sooner had the elder spoken than Ye Hong reacted with shock and confusion, "Third Elder, when did all our Heavenly Talents enter closed-door cultivation, and the others..."

"Shut up," the elder reproached sharply.

Ye Hong's expression turned anxious.

The elder paid him no heed and looked coldly at Xiao Yi and his companion.

"Within the entire Snow Winged Eagle Clan, only the elders are unoccupied."

"I'm afraid you two must enter the Extreme Cold Land on foot to attend the Ice Edge Conference."

"Hmm?" Xiao Yi furrowed his brow.

He could clearly sense hostility in the elder's tone and demeanor.

The prior clashes involving Bai Bingxue were pointed in speech, but they were mere skirmishes and sparring sessions.

These were not enough to anger the elder.

But the current attitude and hostility of the elder...

"In that case," Xiao Yi said gravely, "since the elders are available, we'd like to employ them."

"What?" the elder replied coldly. "Do you know the rules of our Snow Winged Eagle Clan?"

"Do you really think you could defeat us, elders? Quite presumptuous."

Xiao Yi chuckled lightly, "I actually think that having a Snow Winged Eagle Warrior at Heavenly Origin Realm to guide us on the journey would be quite beneficial."

"Arrogant," the elder rebuked coldly, about to make a move.

...

Third release.