Soul Emperor Martial God-Chapter 1523: The Battle for the Rightful Name

Chapter 1523: Chapter 1523: The Battle for the Rightful Name

Indeed, all sword cultivators present have almost entirely advanced in cultivation compared to before.

Take the independent sword cultivator Quu Changtian and Snow Mountain Sword Emperor Nangong Bai as examples; both were originally at the peak of Saint Emperor Realm.

After emerging from the Sword Emperor Stele, they are now at the Martial Arts Great Power level.

As for the few reclusive elders of the Sword Light Mansion, they were originally at the Martial Arts Great Power level.

Now, they are infinitely close to being Supreme Experts.

Including other sword cultivators from various powers, those with Ninth Layer of Saint Emperor Realm cultivation have reached the peak of Saint Emperor Realm.

Even the weaker sword cultivators now have strength over the Late Stage Saint Emperor Realm.

"Damn." Xiao Yi’s heart suddenly sank.

He had forgotten that any sword cultivator who participated in the Sword Domain event gained significant insights.

Those who contemplate the Ten Thousand Sword Stele Forest, whether successful or not, have somewhat improved in their Sword Dao.

Similarly, those entering the first layer of space within the Sword Emperor Stele, whether reaching the end or not, have improved in their Sword Dao.

Especially the hundred sword cultivators who truly reached the end of the first layer space and completed the "Life of Enlightenment" challenge need not be mentioned.

Everyone’s Sword Dao improved; the only difference is the extent of the enhancement.

And this improvement, given they have the requisite cultivation items, allows them to rapidly enhance their cultivation.

Though Xiao Yi himself broke through three layers of space, his time was spent entirely on overcoming barriers.

Despite possessing cultivation items, he never had time to settle down and cultivate.

In contrast, other sword cultivators trapped within the first layer space or the Ten Thousand Sword Stele Forest, knowing they had no hope of progressing further, found ample time to cultivate.

This is why almost all sword cultivators present have advanced a level in cultivation.

While Xiao Yi remains trapped at the peak of Saint King Realm.

However, while breaking through the second layer space, Xiao Yi received a considerable amount of Primordial Power, which allowed him to reformulate the Ice Mountain Fire Sea.

Though his cultivation hasn’t increased much, his strength has substantially grown.

But on the other hand, the current strength of sword cultivators worldwide isn’t to be underestimated.

"Xiao Yi, this is your final warning," a sword cultivator said coldly.

"Either hand over the Sword Emperor Origin, or don’t blame us for being rude."

Beside Xiao Yi, Elder Yun Yuan’s expression turned cold.

Xiao Yi stepped forward first and said coldly, "Though the Sword Emperor Origin is with me, why should I hand it over?"

"I overcame the Sword Emperor Stele and gained its fortune, yet you all want to seize and threaten to kill me? Are sword cultivators worldwide this petty?"

If a battle occurs, it will surely be a harsh one.

If a battle can be avoided, that would be ideal.

Xiao Yi spoke these words.

Some independent sword cultivators furrowed their brows.

But the majority remained unmoved.

Xiao Yi sneered, "The Sword Domain event gathers sword cultivators worldwide."

"Yet this event has become a haven for murder and robbery?"

"Are sword cultivators worldwide reduced to petty thieves coveting treasures by any means necessary?"

Sword cultivators are inherently proud.

Especially renowned strong experts, they wouldn’t want to be branded as petty thieves coveting treasures.

However, when certain things, such as one’s desires, overshadow this pride...

At this moment, a sword cultivator stepped forward, looked directly at Xiao Yi, and declared loudly, "We sword cultivators would never stoop to such petty thievery."

"However, the Sword Emperor Origin is the greatest fortune of our time; it cannot remain with a little thief like you."

"Indeed." More sword cultivators coldly chuckled.

"Everyone knows your despicable nature, Xiao Yi; you were first expelled from the Heavenly Hidden Academy, then couldn’t even stay in the Black Cloud Academy."

"What are your virtues and abilities, being worthy of the Sword Emperor Origin, such a treasure of our time?"

"Indeed." The cold laughter among sword cultivators increased.

"Being despicable is one thing, but you’re also a murderous, erratic villain."

"If you gain strength through the Sword Emperor Origin, you’ll surely be a major threat to the Central Region in the future."

"We sword cultivators of the world cannot let a menace like you lurk within, to wreak havoc someday."

Furthermore, they directly addressed the Lin Family members and two sect masters, "Lin Family Master, and Sect Masters."

"The Sword Emperor was the first swordman of Flame Dragon Continent, the Sword Dao Emperor."

"Would you want to see his inheritance and Origin Power tainted by a notorious little thief?"

"If this little thief obtains it, it would merely tarnish the ancestors and bring reproach to the Sword Emperor."

"Please, Lin Family Master, take down this little thief."

Lin Family Master furrowed his brows upon hearing this.

"I’ll do it." At this moment, a cold and aloof figure slowly stepped forward.

"Today, I’ll cleanse the sect."

"Elder Tianjian?" The surrounding sword cultivators were taken aback.

Indeed, the one stepping forward was Elder Tianjian from Heavenly Hidden Academy’s Heavenly Sword Peak.

"Heavenly Sword." Elder Yun Yuan suddenly broke the silence, "Originally, I thought only those small-minded would be so brazen."

"Unexpectedly, even you have such thick skin."

As once one of the top three sword cultivators.

Elder Yun Yuan clearly displayed a hint of disdain toward Elder Tianjian’s actions.

"Yun Yuan, disregard." Elder Tianjian said coldly, "I advise you two not to meddle."

"This battle, I’m fighting to clear Heavenly Hidden Academy’s name."

"In the past, it was clear that this son’s aptitude was lacking, hence I wanted to demote him to a gatekeeper for tempering."

"Who would’ve thought this son is arrogant, leaving no choice but to be expelled from the academy."

"Hmph." Elder Tianjian snorted indignantly, "And that’s not all."

"Outside, this boy keeps claiming I mistreated him, spreading lies and slander."

"I’ve tolerated this child long enough."

"He has slandered me numerous times, tarnished Heavenly Hidden Academy."

"Today, I shall cleanse the sect."

After speaking, Elder Tianjian addressed the two elders beside him, "If you dare to interfere, you’d be making enemies of Heavenly Hidden Academy."

The surrounding sword cultivators nodded frequently, revealing cold smiles.

"Furthermore." Elder Tianjian looked at the surrounding sword cultivators.

"The Sword Emperor Origin belongs to the capable."

"After I cleanse the sect, I will bring the Sword Emperor Origin back to Heavenly Hidden Academy."

"What..." Only at this moment did the surrounding sword cultivators’ expressions change abruptly.

"Elder Tianjian, you..."

"What?" Elder Tianjian interrupted coldly, "Do you think our academy also harbors thieves?"

"Our Heavenly Hidden Academy, esteemed as the First Academy, houses countless Heavenly Talents."

"People of virtue and ability abound; when the time comes, I will give the Sword Emperor Origin to the most outstanding."

"It will surely restore the Sword Emperor Inheritance’s glory in the Central Region."

"You..." The surrounding sword cultivators’ faces instantly turned extremely unpleasant.

Elder Tianjian’s invocation of Heavenly Hidden Academy rendered the surrounding sword cultivators unable to refute.

"A bunch of bullies." Elder Yun Yuan laughed coldly.

Elder Yun Yuan intended to say more, but beside him, Xiao Yi’s expression had already turned cold, with a fierce killing intent.

"Boy, you..." Elder Yun Yuan furrowed his brows.

Xiao Yi shook his head indifferently, "This matter doesn’t concern you two, the boy will handle it himself."

Xiao Yi’s eyes fixed on Elder Tianjian.

"You aren’t qualified to speak of ’cleansing the sect’."

"As for clearing names, very well."

Xiao Yi’s gaze turned cold, as the Purple Lightning Divine Sword in his hand erupted in powerful purple lightning. Sword Qi surged mightily.

...

Second update.

Little Eight has something to attend to, the third update can only be posted at 3 or 4 in the morning.

Hopefully, it can be updated in time.

If not, it’ll be made up tomorrow.