Immortal-Exterminating Divine Venerable

"Brother Yang, you're finally out of seclusion."

Lu Fangliang was overjoyed to see Yang Xiao emerge.

He crossed the distance in just a few steps.

Seeing Lu Fangliang again, Yang Xiao immediately noticed that his cultivation had deepened, reaching what seemed to be the Second Level of the Great Divine Power Realm. Moreover, the Golden Crow Divine Bone within him seemed to have integrated even more perfectly.

'Has his Greater Yang Secret Pattern improved again?'

A thought crossed Yang Xiao's mind.

He smiled slightly at Lu Fangliang. "Yes. You came looking for me. Is something the matter?"

Lu Fangliang nodded. "That's right, Brother Yang. The Lu Family Master has a matter to discuss with you, so he sent me to extend a special invitation. Saint Prince, I wonder if my Lu Family will have the honor of hosting you?"

"You rascal! As if I'd refuse?"

Seeing Lu Fangliang's beaming face, Yang Xiao couldn't help but laugh and curse playfully.

He could tell the guy was overjoyed, which meant that this trip to the Lu Family was bound to be for something good.

He thought about how the Lu Family had previously backed him.

Yang Xiao even had a vague idea of what this was about.

Still, this was a good thing for him as well.

'If the Lu Family truly comes out to support me, the Profound Sun Continent will become an impregnable fortress. As long as a Great Emperor doesn't intervene, no one will be able to shake my foundation on this continent. Then, I can head to the Star God Continent with peace of mind. But before I leave, I still need to ask Elder Long to help me find Xue Yi.'

Although Yang Xiao's current strength had reached the Tier Three True God Level, it was set for an even greater boost after he advanced to the Small Divine Ability Realm, and he likely wouldn't be much weaker than even a Tier Four True God.

However, that only referred to his combat power.

In terms of his Spiritual Level, although he was stronger than many, he was still only at the Divinity Communication Realm, equivalent to a Demigod. And it was still quite difficult for a mere Demigod to meticulously scan an entire continent.

This was especially true for some treacherous regions, which even a Tier Three True God might not be able to investigate.

However, as a Divine King Level expert, Elder Long could probably do it.

'When the time comes, I'll ask Elder Long to take action. Unless Xue Yi isn't on this continent, or has entered a Divine King treasure like the Northern Wilderness Sword Mansion, he should be able to find him.'

With this thought, Yang Xiao followed the beaming Lu Fangliang, setting off for the Lu Family Secret Realm. With a flash, they entered the Celestial Cloud Region.

This time, the two of them were in no hurry.

So they didn't fly at full speed. As they traveled, they occasionally observed the lives of the populace. Compared to those outside, the inhabitants of the Celestial Cloud Region had a visibly higher quality of life and a more martial culture.

Even if they had gone astray on the final step of the mortal Martial Dao.

It was, after all, a region governed by Martial Cultivators. Unlike the outside world, which had been enslaved by Immortal Cultivators, it would probably take a very long time for those places to recover their martial spirit and Martial Arts Primordial Qi.

Therefore, by comparison, the Celestial Cloud Region—a place once seen as a Barbaric Land by outsiders—had now become a Martial Dao Holy Land.

Especially when everyone learned that the Saint Prince, Yang Xiao, had come from this very region, the status of the Celestial Cloud Region naturally rose even higher.

It attracted many people who came, drawn by his fame.

And this, too, was a good thing.

After all, this place had long been occupied by the Carefree Sect, and the vast majority of Martial Artists who achieved any measure of success were disciples of the Carefree Sect.

As the Sect Leader of the Carefree Sect, Yang Xiao's father was naturally very pleased.

However, he too had been in seclusion recently.

He had vowed not to emerge until he reached the Great Divine Power Realm.

Yang Xiao hadn't seen him in some time.

'Father is an exceptional man in both talent and temperament. Now, with the Northern Wilderness Sword Mansion and so many resources, plus I heard he obtained the inheritance of a Tier Seven Divine Marquis, breaking through to the Small Divine Ability Realm shouldn't be difficult. Besides, he's probably in such a hurry to break through because of me.'

Yang Xiao sighed inwardly.

With him becoming the Common Lord of the Profound Sun Continent, the pressure on his father, Yang Zhentian, had naturally increased immensely.

Previously, in the Celestial Cloud Region, his strength was near the True Intent Stage, equivalent to the Celestial Cloud Martial Saint. He stood at the Peak of the Martial Dao there and naturally feared nothing.

Later, after obtaining an inheritance and cultivating bitterly in the Northern Wilderness Sword Mansion for a hundred years, he broke through to the Small Divine Ability Realm in one fell swoop, becoming the top expert in the Celestial Cloud Region.

A hegemon of the Martial Dao.

He was naturally worthy of his position as Sect Leader of the Carefree Sect.

But when the passage between Celestial Cloud and the outside world opened, so many Martial Cultivators converted from Immortal Cultivators appeared.

Coupled with the hidden powers like the Qin Family, the pressure on Yang Zhentian, who had only just broken through to the Small Divine Ability Realm, was naturally immense.

That was why he had decided to go into seclusion.

Vowing not to emerge until he reached the Great Divine Power Realm.

Yang Xiao felt a bit helpless about this.

But inwardly, he approved.

Especially since his father had top-tier Cultivation Techniques and resources, it was Yang Xiao's sincere wish that he reach the Great Divine Power Realm.

He even hoped his father could advance courageously, soaring all the way to become a Demigod, a True God, or even a Divine King!

Of course, becoming a Divine King would likely not be easy.

However, life was unpredictable.

'In the past, Father's talent wasn't even at the level of a Spirit Body. The highest he could have achieved was the True Intent Stage. But now, he's received the inheritance of a Tier Seven Divine Marquis and has been completely reborn. His physique has transformed into an Upper-Grade Treasure Body, complete with an Innate Treasure Pattern. He has a chance to achieve godhood, and in the future, he might even have a shot at becoming a Divine King. Even if he doesn't, as long as he wishes it, I will definitely help him achieve it.'

A thought crossed Yang Xiao's mind.

Becoming a Great Emperor required immense willpower and great fortune; perhaps he couldn't help his father with that.

But a Divine King...

...was different.

As long as he became strong enough, it wasn't impossible to help his father reach that level.

And once he became a Divine King...

...he would be considered a hegemon in the entire world.

At that time, the entire Profound Sun Continent would probably take pride in him, just like the nearby Holy Celestial Continent.

'At that time, even if I ultimately fail, as long as Father and the others aren't exposed, they can continue to live in peace.'

With this thought, Yang Xiao smiled faintly.

And just then, they finally arrived at the Lu Family Secret Realm.

'Revisiting this old place... this will likely be my last stop on the Profound Sun Continent. By the time I return from the Star God Continent, who knows how much time will have passed. Fortunately, I still have my Fire God Clone to watch over this place.'

Yang Xiao smiled faintly.

He watched as Lu Fangliang sent a message.

In an instant, the Secret Realm opened.

The Lu Family Master, who had been waiting, led the crowd out, accompanied by numerous Elders at the Divine Marquis realm and above, to personally welcome them.

The sheer pomp and ceremony made it clear that Yang Xiao's arrival this time was completely different from when Lu Fangliang had brought him here before.

"We respectfully welcome Your Highness, the Saint Prince."

Seeing the Lu Family Master—a dignified Tier Eight True God who could be titled a Divine Venerable—bow his head before him, Yang Xiao was momentarily startled, but he showed no sign of surprise.

Because, with his current status, he was worthy of it!

This also meant that the Lu Family was formally pledging allegiance to Yang Xiao, even if it was only in name.

But Yang Xiao could sense that at this very moment, both his Emperor Golden Dragon Secret Technique and his Emperor Dao Celestial Venerable Map were radiating with utmost brilliance.

Clearly, this was of great significance to his status as the Human Race's Common Lord.

'The Lu Family is truly considerate.'