Remould the Glory of Sword Art

At the peak of the high mountain, talisman floated.

In the grand hall’s first seat, a majestic figure sat poised.

Looking from afar, numerous talismans hung like a curtain.

Inside, the person’s tall figure was visible, but the exact face remained unseen, yet... the pressure emanating from them was real.

"Nether Sea Venerable..."

Ao Ying pushed the wheelchair, feeling a wave of tension in her Heart Lake.

Unable to resist, she transmitted her voice, "Has he truly appeared?"

She assumed that for this banquet, Nether Sea Venerable wouldn’t arrive in his True Body.

In hindsight, it was reasonable.

On the Heavenly Phoenix Palace’s side, were Wu Jiu and Heavenly Phoenix, two Great Venerables.

Besides... there was also Qilin Miaofa True Monarch.

"There are traces of talisman formation camouflaged."

Xie Xuanyi looked towards the first seat of the hall, calmly saying, "This Great Array isolates my Divine Thought exploration."

Cultivating to the Yang God Realm, as long as the distance isn’t too far, a mere thought can manifest a "Manifestation"!

With Nether Sea’s cultivation, manifesting in Qi Blue Mountain is all too simple.

Just relying on the shadow blocked by this talisman curtain isn’t enough to confirm the other’s identity.

Perhaps...

This is merely a Manifestation Divine Thought.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please take your seats."

Netherworld Third Young Master smiled, personally welcoming at the mountain top.

This Qi Blue Mountain is Nether Sea’s domain; he’s intimately aware of every movement here.

The earlier commotion at the mountain foot, such grand aura, Netherworld Third undoubtedly knew, but he feigns ignorance now, leading Xie Xuanyi and Venerable Yuan Huo towards Venerable Heavenly Phoenix’s direction to sit... To show respect, the entire hall divided into two sections, one occupied by Heavenly Phoenix Palace, and the other by "Qilin Miaofa True Monarch" alone.

The social hierarchy in Demon Country is strict.

Though Heavenly Phoenix Palace has Wu Jiu, if comparing strength...

True Monarch Miaofa alone rivals everyone else.

Red Flame Great Venerable didn’t appear, and Yuan Huo, after all, is just a disciple, thus he can only sit below Heavenly Phoenix.

As the "convenient junior brother" of the Red Flame Dojo.

Xie Xuanyi is further at the end, with Netherworld Third arranging him surrounded by all Heavenly Phoenix disciples, with eyes full of intent gazes from all directions.

"This Netherworld Third is truly no good."

Ao Ying coldly spoke.

Earlier when borrowing Phoenix Blood, Netherworld Third spoke of friendship.

Yet now...

He’s shown no intention of accommodation for "Xie Xuanyi".

If he truly wanted to recognize this friend, why not arrange some more decent seating in this vast hall?

"It’s no bother."

Xie Xuanyi laughed softly.

He cared not how he sat, nor about the gaze of these ants.

His concern...

Was whether within the talisman formation, Nether Sea Venerable’s True Body was hidden.

"Why is it so cold and quiet on this side?"

As everyone took their seats, with the banquet about to commence, a deep, resonant voice suddenly echoed from the opposite side of Heavenly Phoenix Palace.

Qilin Miaofa True Monarch, attending the banquet alone, suddenly spoke.

He frowned, looking at the empty bronze tables around.

This hall was like cut by a knife, divided into two sides.

On one side, the grand group of Heavenly Phoenix Palace’s demons.

On the other side.

Only him, alone.

"True Monarch, sir."

A Great Demon respectfully bowed, smiling apologetically, "Your identity is special, status lofty. This arrangement was specifically instructed by the Great Venerable... If you find it too quiet, I can arrange maids and drinking companions immediately."

"No need for maids and drinking companions."

Qilin Miaofa True Monarch shook his head.

His gaze swept across, directed at the opposite side.

"..."

Heavenly Phoenix Palace’s demons, upon encountering his gaze, felt their hearts sink.

In terms of strength.

Qilin Miaofa True Monarch ranks within the top five among the Great Venerables of Demon Country.

Except for the Great Palace Master and Holy Emperor.

No one dares claim definite victory over this True Monarch.

After all, for years he’s secluded himself in North Swamp, abstaining from mundane conflicts, showing no signs of his realm’s techniques.

"Let those few accompany me."

Qilin Miaofa True Monarch’s gaze fell upon the location of Xie Xuanyi.

He said lightly brushed, "This birthday banquet, Chi Huang hasn’t come; it’s just right for me to catch up with his disciple."

"...Heh."

Upon hearing this, Xie Xuanyi chuckled lightly within.

Clearly.

This True Monarch Miaofa is here specifically to intervene for Cui Zhen, yet he’s considerate, deliberately mentioning "Chi Huang" to obfuscate, using a reasonable excuse.

"True Monarch Miaofa saves me once again!"

At this moment.

Venerable Yuan Huo felt a wave of gratitude.

He was positioned by Netherworld Third below Heavenly Phoenix, feeling utterly uncomfortable.

Upon sitting, they hadn’t exchanged a single glance!

But Yuan Huo sensed that Venerable Heavenly Phoenix’s hostility towards him hadn’t subsided; this "old senior" of the same generation as his master showed no moral restraint, silently exerting Taoist Intent pressure solely on him. After mere tens of breaths of sitting, his back was already covered in cold sweat.

In front of numerous Great Venerables.

Heavenly Phoenix wouldn’t act, but by the banquet’s end, he might deplete much mental strength.

Unable in the obvious, opting for the covert!

Fortunately, Qilin Miaofa True Monarch spoke up; neither Heavenly Phoenix nor Wu Jiu could intervene, only watching Yuan Huo, along with Xie Xuanyi and his group, head to the opposite side.

"This lad is quite lucky."

Green Flame Venerable gritted his teeth saying, "Unknowingly he’s latched onto such a lofty branch as Qilin Miaofa True Monarch..."

"..."

Venerable Heavenly Phoenix remained expressionless, saying nothing.

He too didn’t expect Yuan Huo to have such a "backer"!

Though Red Flame Great Venerable had a past acquaintance with Qilin Miaofa True Monarch, as far as he recalled, their friendship wasn’t profound.