Chapter 53 - The Envoy who seeks Death

As it turned out, in the time it had taken for Zhou Yuan to finish Cultivating, Cang Xuan had decided to keep the Saint Remains Domain closed in its entirety, making sure no one would be able to leave. That meant that all of the Geniuses were forced to sit around for two weeks waiting, much to his amusement, though it probably had something to do with making sure the Envoys did not leave as to allow Yaoyao and Zhou Yuan to enter the Cangxuan Sect.

Fortunately, the Genesis Qi in the Saint Remains Domain was strong and plentiful, so the people staying in the domain had a good time cultivating.

Swish!

A surge of Genesis Qi light whizzed over, making a beeline for Yaoyao.

Yaoyao stretched out her arms and caught it as the light faded, revealing Tuntun's figure.

Yaoyao gently stroked Tuntun's head while it narrowed its eyes and enjoyed the caress, releasing happy noises from its mouth.

As the Geniuses who had finally been let out flew out of the Domain, assisted by the 6 Envoys Yao Yao, and Zhou Yuan along with Tuntun, secretly appeared amidst the large group thanks to the help of Cang Xuan. 

After landing on the platform underneath the titanic pillars on which the Envoys had originally opened the Domain, the rest of the group hastily landed beside the four. Zhen Xu, Lu Luo, and Zouqiu Quinyu landed beside them excitedly, almost like they were about to show off their progress, or at least they would have, had Quinyu not instantly attached herself to Zhiu Yuan

"Zhou Yuan ~! It's been a while, hasn't it? How have you been? We should catch up."

Zhou Yuan stood there with squinted eyes. He could feel the annoyance that Yao Yao was feeling fluctuate over him. In the next instant, she was ripped off of him and thrown away, replaced by Yao Yao, who just stood close as if to mark her space. Tuntun just rolled his eyes as he rested in her arms.

"Well, it's nice to see you guys again. How did your blessings treat you?", Zhou Yuan asked.

"Since our platforms weren't very high, we only made some progress in our Cultivation. Currently, I'm at the peak of the First Layer of the Alpha-Origin Realm."

Lu Luo was very happy with her progress if her enthusiasm was anything to go

by.

"I'm the same."

Admitted Zhen Xu, while he was satisfied, he was hoping for more.

"Congratulations you guys, I'm sure you'll break through in no time. As for myself, I'm still only at the first layer of Alpha-Origin Stage."

Hearing this Versailles Zhen Xu, and Lu Lou wanted to spit blood.

Listen to yourself are you speaking human language, you were behind us by two whole realms when you entered the domain and could still defeat us, now who knows what will be our state if we fight again?

Though Zouqiu Quinyu appeared rather happy if her smile was anything to go by.

"As expected of my future husband. You are so powerful" Quinyu once again inserted herself into the conversation, though this time she seemed to have learned her lesson as she kept some distance between herself and Zhou Yuan. But even then she could feel Yaoyao's eyes burning holes in her just because of what she just said.

Similar to them, other people were also chatting but their group did attract other people's attention.

*Cough*!

After the many geniuses left the Saint Remains Domain, a soft cough suddenly rang out across the area, somehow covering every other noise.

The entire place fell silent.

Every genius watched as six Genesis Qi clouds drifted over from far away. Six figures were seated on each cloud, powerful Genesis Qi pressure rippling from their bodies.

It was the six envoys.

Upon their arrival, the crowd of geniuses grew nervous. They knew that the end of the Saint Remains Domain was the start of the selection by the six envoys. Those that they found worthy would be allowed to enter the six sects to train.

These were the strongest sects in Cangxuan Heaven.

For every genius present, it was akin to a carp leaping through the dragon's gate!

Six clouds of Genesis Qi hovered in the air. Six figures were seated on each one, powerful and vigorous Genesis Qi spreading from their bodies that intimidated and awed everyone in the area.

In the face of these six Divine Dwelling experts, the numerous geniuses were all extremely respectful, not daring to show the slightest hint of arrogance as they patiently waited.

Well, that was not the case for Zhou Yuan and Yaoyao as they were still nonchalantly talking with each other all the while both held each other's hand.

Because they both knew that it was not them that needed to act but the six sects as they could not afford to lose people like them.

Although The six sacred sects were the strongest in Cangxuan Heaven. And if one could enter and train inside, one's future would be incomparable to staying behind in a continent like theirs. After all, the best resources and experts of Cangxuan Heaven were gathered in these six sects.

Hence, many people felt that even entering these six sects as an ordinary disciple would be better than being a genius in the Cangmang Continent.

That however was the case for ordinary geniuses and both of them did not come under such a list.

Zhou Yuan even found this situation a bit funny, if a person's resolve, and will are this weak that they bend in the face of just some strength then they are bound to be cannon fodder in the future.

As the Six envoys descended, the first to start speaking was none other than Zhao Pan, the envoy from the Sacred Palace. He felt entitled to speak first due to his arrogance and pride due to the Sect he came from, which was now the biggest powerhouse in the Cangxuan Sect after the death of Cang Xuan.

"Just because you are the geniuses of the Cangmang Continent, it will not be so easy to enter our six sacred sects. You should know that there are millions of continents in Cangxuan Heaven, and the Cangmang Continent doesn't stick out amongst them. The other continents also have all kinds of geniuses of uncountable numbers. Envoys from the six sacred sects have also been sent to these places to select disciples."

"Therefore, do not feel so pleased with yourselves just because you performed somewhat decently in the Saint Remains Domain. If put amongst the entire younger generation of Cangxuan Heaven, none of you are anything special."

Zhao Pan's indifferent voice was akin to a basin of cold water, giving a cold awakening to numerous geniuses who had originally been under the impression that they had performed pretty well in the Saint Remains Domain.

Zhou Yuan just rolled his eyes at this.

"Hehe, envoy Zhao Pan need not be so stern. I feel that there are some pretty good seedlings among these little ones. If we provide guidance and training for them, they may even become pillars that support the sect in the future." While the numerous geniuses in the area were completely silent, a laugh suddenly rang out. If one turned to look, one would discover that the one who had spoken was the currently smiling envoy of the Cangxuan Sect, Mu Wuji.

"Alright, let's not waste any more time. Begin the selection process." The one who spoke this time was a man in white robes. His face was cold and stern, the Genesis Qi around him extremely sharp, while a sword lay across his lap.

He was the envoy of the Sword Seeker Sect.

"Those who managed to reach the Saint stairs may take a step forward." A woman's kind and gentle voice sounded. She wore palace robes on which an exquisite pattern of a hundred flowers could be seen. She was the envoy from the Hundred Flowers Fairy Sect.

At the sound of her voice, a few dozen figures walked out from the crowd of geniuses. They were the group who had managed to reach the Saint stairs and included Zhou Yuan, Yaoyao, Luluo, and the rest.

The six envoys suddenly moved as they gazed upon these three dozen or so geniuses. Genesis Qi swept forth, transforming into giant hands that barbarically grabbed several individuals and threw them onto the Genesis Qi clouds behind the envoys, not caring whether these geniuses were willing or not.

Soon, only a handful of figures were left.

They were Zhou Yuan, Yaoyao, Luluo, and the other more outstanding geniuses.

"My Sword Seeker Sect lives for the sword, are you willing to join us?" The Sword Seeker Sect envoy first looked towards Li Chunjun, his voice much gentler, clearly pretty fond of the latter's talent in the sword.

Li Chunjun gave a slight nod. "I'm willing."

His original goal was the Sword Seeker Sect after all.

The other geniuses understood upon seeing this. The final few were the envoys' focus, hence why they would even voluntarily ask for these individuals' opinions. Unlike the previous geniuses who had been casually divided amongst the envoys without caring about what they thought.

Even so, numerous geniuses were still overflowing with envy. After all, they did not even have the qualifications to be casually divided by the envoys.

The spooky-looking man in black robes looked toward Zhen Xu and said, "The King Yama Sect you previously cultivated was founded by someone who was once an envoy of the Heavenly Ghost Sect. Are you willing to enter the Heavenly Ghost Sect?"

Zhen Xu respectfully nodded.

"These two little lasses are not bad. Why not both of you join the Hundred Flowers Fairy Palace?" The beautiful woman smiled as she looked towards Luluo and Zuoqiu Qingyu.

Luluo and Zuoqiu Qingyu exchanged a look. After seeing that none of the other envoys were going to say anything, they gracefully bowed to the beautiful woman.

The beautiful woman smiled faintly before she cast her gaze towards Zhou Yuan's side at Yaoyao and said, "I like this little girl too…"

Although Yaoyao barely had any Genesis Qi, the beautiful woman could see that the former's Spirit was extremely powerful. If she were to focus solely on Spirit cultivation, her future accomplishments may be pretty amazing too.

"I am sorry miss Envoy, but Yaoyao is not going to your Sect", Zhou Yuan said while he side-hugged Yaoyao around her waist.

No way he was not going to let his Yaoyao go to this sect which had a rather large number of Lesbians.

What could you expect from a sect that houses only females?

Especially their chosen, they are very bitchy, one was even thinking about snatching Yaoyao away from Zhou Yuan.

Pfftt as if he will allow this.

Also, he is a straight man so he does not enjoy Yuri or anything like that.

As if to confirm this, Yaoyao also resolutely nodded.

Seeing this even the envoy was a little embarrassed.

She could see that Yaoyao was not even a bit interested in their sect as it would mean leaving this boy behind.

The other envoys also secretly nodded. The main reason why they had allowed the Hundred Flower Fairy Palace to take two was because they could not be bothered to compete with a woman. After all, the Hundred Flower Fairy Palace was rather unique, only accepting female disciples.

Upon seeing the other envoys' objections, Shang Yu could only regretfully shake her head.

The next one was Ning Zhan who entered the North Sea Dragon Subduing Hall.

Mu Wuji breathed out smoke, smiling as he glanced at Zhou Yuan, before speaking towards Yaoyao beside him, "Are you willing to enter my Cangxuan Sect?"

Yaoyao nonchalantly nodded.

As such, only Zhou Yuan was left...

Every gaze in the area looked over. Everyone knew that Zhou Yuan was the most outstanding in this batch's Saint Remains Domain.

Mu Wuji smiled and said, "Zhou Yuan, as the only one to reach the peak of Saint Mountain in this batch's Saint Remains Domain, you may choose to join any sect you wish."

Before other Envoys could even speak, Zhao Pan spoke.

"Zhou Yuan you should be aware that my Sacred Palace is the most powerful sect in the entirety of the Cangxuan Heaven. Knowing this you should be also aware that your incredible potential will only bloom if you receive guidance from my sect."

And also your offense of killing Wu Huang's physical body will be pardoned.", Saying this Zhao Pan smirked smugly as if everything was under his control.

He had got to know who had killed Wu Huang

He had to bring up Wu Huang's matter as this would give him a higher ground even when he was asking Zhou Yuan to join his sect, he would be seen as magnanimous.

"Zhao Pan, you...!"

Just as Mu Wuji was about to scold Zhao Pan for his shameless behavior he was interrupted by Zhou Yuan who was now Laughing.

"Ha ha ha,", Zhou Yuan had a hand on his face as he laughed, "I appreciate your courage to invite me but, I want nothing to do with the Sacred Race Pigs and their domesticated dogs. Especially the Lowlife that your so-called 'Sacred' Sect produces, nor any of the cursed facilities that you offer. It is quite frankly hilarious to hear you talk about the Sect as if you own it. It belongs to that Dog Palace Master of yours, does it not? Either way, it does not matter for he is just a Vermin in the end."

Silence ensued at his bold words, words which could earn him the wrath of the Divine-Dwelling Expert above him. It was dangerous to say, but it proved a point of him not liking the sacred palace as a whole. It also held a hidden message that only the Envoys understood. He was unmistakeably talking about the Sacred Race, calling the Sacred Palace nothing but a lap dog to them. What a bold claim!

Mu Wuji was the first to make any noise, that being his boisterous laugh at the insult Zhao Pan had just received.

"You unappreciative, disrespectful, hateful, barbaric little thing! What right gives a First Layer Alpha-Origin Expert to say such words to me, and to deface not only the Sacred Palace but also the Palace Master himself!?"

Zhao Pan's power exploded, unleashing unholy pressure upon all of the Geniuses around. Only Zhou Yuan could fight the power and manage to stand. It was easy to see he was struggling severely, but he would not kneel in front of anyone just like this.

Mu Wuji instantly stepped in and began to unleash his own Genesis Qi, attempting to protect Zhou Yuan from Zhao Pan's wrath.

"Mu Wuji, do you intend to stop me from protecting my Sacred Sect face?"

"Of course I am. Who do you think you are to attack a potential Disciple of one of the other 5 Sacred Sects!"

Zhao Pan didn't listen to his words and came to his conclusion.

"Since you are unwilling to let me kill the boy. Excuse me for being disrespectful!"

Zhao Pan soon sent a large attack of Genesis Qi barrelling toward Zhou Yuan in the shape of a fist. In response, Mu Wuji sent his own Genesis Qi to counter the attack. Zhao Pan only laughed, however, in a much too menacing tone.

"Mu Wuji, do you believe I am not prepared for your Dragon Bind Technique? It is quite famous, how can I possibly not be prepared?!"

"Shadow Split technique?" The eyes of the other four envoys widened slightly when they saw this.

It was a rather high-level Genesis technique of Sacred Palace. They had not expected Zhao Pan to have mastered it.

In the sky, the giant Genesis Qi hand Zhao Pan had sent forth earlier suddenly split open, revealing his true body as his icy gaze locked onto the nearby Zhou Yuan.

"Let's see who can save you today!"

He locked his eyes onto the unfazed Zhou Yuan and sent his palm forward, creating a large palm of destructive Genesis Qi. To the trained eye, this Technique was called the Space Lock Palm.

"Zhou Yuan! How do you intend to escape your fate!? This is what you get for offending my Sacred Palace!"

Zhou Yuan only stood still, watching as it came down. He was not scared in the slightest. Just because he was no longer in the presence of Cang Xuan physically, did not mean Cang Xuan was not aware of the occurring events.

The attack came to a freeze above him, soon turning into nothing but standard Genesis Qi.

"What did you do boy!?"

Zhou Yuan merely snorted as he replied, "You heinous Mutt it is not me who did anything it is..."

Genesis Qi which belonged to someone more powerful than the Genesis Qi of a Divine-Dwelling Expert erupted from the area.

Rumble!

"When I died back then, I had said that mangey dogs of the Sacred Palace would not be allowed near here, You diminutive piece of shit! Who gave you the balls to be so arrogant and courageous that you even want to attack a prospective disciple of my Cangxuan sect."

Just hearing this voice, alone caused everyone but Mu Wuji's face to be distorted in fear.

How could they forget the prestige and power of the Supreme Sovereign who was the pinnacle of existence in the Cangxuan Heaven?

The Heaven Master Cang Xuan.

"... the Heaven Master who protected me."

Just hearing this name prompted Zhao Pan to turn around and flee.

He quickly began to regret his actions, he knew that even if it was the will of the Supreme Sovereign he was no match for it, and Zhou Yuan's deliberate mention of Heaven Master was akin to rubbing salt on his injured wound. It was a sore spot for their Sacred Palace members as their Palace Master was not able to achieve that role.

"You little wretch, do you think you can escape from me!?"

A golden fist made of Genesis Qi appeared behind Zhao Pan suddenly and struck him as he was launched in the distance.

The sky shook violently. Everyone could only watch as Zhao Pan's figure fell like a cannonball, smashing through mountain after mountain.

"Patriarch…"

Mu Wuji blankly stared at this scene, his lips faintly quivering. His face was overwhelmed with emotion, while his eyes were filled with reverence.

"Zhao Pan is really unlucky…" The other four envoys secretly shook their heads.

They naturally knew that patriarch Cang Xuan's death had something to do with the Sacred Palace. Hence why the patriarch hated those from the Sacred Palace.

After patriarch Cang Xuan's death, his body transformed into the numerous Saint Remains Domains littered all over Cangxuan Heaven. If anyone from the Sacred Palace got too close, they would incite patriarch Cang Xuan's power, drawing huge trouble for themselves.

As such, every member of Sacred Palace did not dare to approach any of these Saint Remains Domains.

However, Zhao Pan had not been that close to this Saint Remains Domain, and yet he had somehow still incited patriarch Cang Xuan's power, causing him to suffer bloodily.

Bang!

Under countless pitying gazes, a pillar of Genesis Qi burst out from the rubble as a figure soared into the sky, his miserable figure hovering in the air.

The crowd looked over, only to be shocked. Zhao Pan was drenched in blood, his clothes torn and tattered, while Genesis Qi feebly lingered around him. He had sustained extremely serious injuries.

Zhao Pan's entire body trembled uncontrollably, both terrified and angry. How could he ever have imagined that he would incite patriarch Cang Xuan's power...

"Blasted! I was pretty far away, why did this still happen?!" Howled Zhao Pan in his heart.

How could he not know that the Saint Remains Domains did not welcome those from the Sacred Palace like him? Hence why he had also been maintaining his distance since the beginning, though he somehow still ended up incurring the patriarch's wrath.

Mu Wuji let out an icy chuckle as he mocked, "Heh, Zhao Pan, it seems that you're even more loathsome than others, so loathsome that even patriarch can't stand the sight of you."

Zhao Pan's complexion was steely white with anger, but he no longer dared to show any of the bossiness from before. The previous blast of power had terrified him silly, and taking another one would likely kill him on the spot.

Moreover, patriarch Cang Xuan's fame and reputation were just too great. Even though he was already dead, the name of the ex-number-one expert of Cangxuan Heaven still possessed a certain level of intimidation.

"I'll not forget what happened today!"

Zhao Pan gnashed his teeth, his venomous gaze looking past Mu Wuji to pause on Zhou Yuan, the killing intent within so thick that it was practically oozing out. He was firmly convinced that Zhou Yuan was the main reason for his humiliation today.

After leaving these threatening words behind, Zhao Pan no longer had the face to stay even a microsecond longer. With a wave of his sleeve, Genesis Qi swept out, wrapping around his selected disciples as they began flying towards Saint Remains City.

Hence, what was originally supposed to be a fight between Divine Dwelling experts ended in a pretty lackluster manner.

Countless geniuses sighed in regret before beginning to scatter. Their expressions were somewhat disappointing because only a tiny fraction had ultimately been chosen by the six envoys...

An icy look flitted across the depths of Zhou Yuan's eyes as he watched Zhao Pan's leaving figure.

"I too will not forget it, when I reach the Divine Dwelling stage I will personally drain all the blood in your body to nourish my Dragon Resentment's poison. So Zhao Pan cherish your life till then because your life is mine to take and no one else will stop me from taking your life." While Zhou Yuan was not injured in the end, he did not like it when Zhao Pan used his Genesis Qi pressure on him. This was against his pride to kneel to anyone he didn't want to, especially after he acquired the 1/3 part of the Sacred Dragon Blessing. It seems no matter the world, Pride was synonymous with Dragons.

He was pretty good at holding grudges, so Zhao Pan was bound to not live for more than 4 years in the end.

He was also thankful that Patriarch Cang Xuan did not kill this mutt in the end, so he had the chance to kill him personally.

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VOLUME 1 is over guys and girls.

Thank you so much for your support. It was a good experience but starting from Volume 2 I need you guys to be a little more active and give me more suggestions and new ideas regarding the progress of the story.

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