The peak showdown at Unrivaled Peak has concluded.

Although the showdown had no decisive outcome, it did not hinder the spread of Xiao Ye’s name throughout the Four Great States. His fame was as strong as Tie Xue’s, even showing signs of surpassing him.

In one era, the emergence of a genius like Tie Xue is the regret of all young prodigies of that time. Yet, this era has produced two such geniuses.

This is truly a duel of two heroes!

Like the most dazzling stars in the vast Starry Sky Universe, each one compares to the Unrivaled Emperor in his youth. In this era of dual heroes, who will tread the Emperor Road and reach the peak?

Or will there be two Great Emperors in this era?

The Martial Artists of the Four Great States are eagerly anticipating.

Meanwhile, the East State forces, who have a grudge against Xiao Ye and covet the advanced techniques and combat techniques he possesses, have chosen to remain silent and dare not target him.

A genius like him has a high potential to become a Great Emperor in the future.

Furthermore, if they were to strike against Xiao Ye now, they would inevitably offend Tie Xue. Besides, Xiao Ye has a Half-step Emperor by his side; who would risk their life in vain?

The geniuses of the East State seem to be affected and have fallen into silence, but the appearance of Ultimate Palace at Unrivaled Peak has attracted significant attention from the Four Great States forces.

But all of this has nothing to do with Xiao Ye.

In a place in Ancient East State, there exists a mountain range stretching hundreds of miles, known as Iron Blood Mountain Range, shrouded by a massive array, disconnected from the outside world.

Within the mountains, colorful miasma drifts in the air, and one can faintly hear the low roars of ferocious beasts. In the distance, one can see exquisite palaces, pavilions, and other structures hidden within the forests.

The name itself indicates a close connection with Tie Xue, and indeed it is so.

This mountain range is the homeland of Tie Xue, the land of the Iron Blood Clan, the residence of the clan members, and the predecessor of the Iron Blood Emperor Domain in the later True Spirit Continent.

Ordinarily, the Iron Blood Clan keeps a low profile and is not well-known in the Four Great States, yet it is incredibly powerful, being a hidden force.

At this moment, within the Iron Blood Mountain Range, two youths are flying in the air.

"Hmph, although the Iron Blood Clan doesn’t fight for supremacy, it is still a powerful force. Why should we gather Holy Dragon Crystals and Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures for someone who has no interest in these matters? It’s so frustrating!"

"You can’t say it like that. After all, Xiao Ye’s strength is on par with Tie Xue, and he even saved Tie Xue’s life. It’s reasonable for our Iron Blood Clan to show some gratitude."

"But should the entire Iron Blood Clan be busy for him?"

...

The two youths conversed as they flew.

One of them was notably hostile toward Xiao Ye, constantly grumbling.

At that moment— 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Boom!

Boom!

Two terrifying auras erupted skyward, followed by a terrifying energy storm sweeping from the depths of Iron Blood Mountain Range. In an instant, the Heavenly Dome of Iron Blood Mountain Range darkened, and starlight shone.

Simultaneously, golden blood Qi soared into the sky, penetrating the starry sky. The Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi of the entire Iron Blood Mountain Range also boiled, surging toward a certain direction.

The entire Iron Blood Mountain Range trembled, the earth and mountains shook, flying sand and rocks filled the air, and furious winds howled, causing the two airborne youths to tremble violently and fall pale-faced.

Under the shroud of these two terrifying auras, they had no way to continue flying.

"Are those two freaks at it again?" one of the youths, gazing deep into the mountains with envy, asked.

The Martial Artists of the Iron Blood Clan seemed to have long become accustomed to such battle fluctuations. After a moment of shock, they continued with their tasks.

These fierce battles toppled mountain peaks within the Iron Blood Mountain Range, showcasing contests of ultimate physiques, the profound mysteries of the Law, and cultivation, leaving the sun and moon without light and the heavens and earth overturned.

It wasn’t until three days and nights later that this battle finally ended.

"Brother Xiao, you truly are formidable. I’m beginning to regret exchanging Martial Arts with you. Your Martial Arts enlightenment grows too quickly. You’ve comprehended the Wind Profoundness to the Perfect Realm in such a short time, and your Slaughter Principle has also improved rapidly."

"While my comprehension speed of the Four Emperor Skills is far inferior to yours, in a few months, I might not be able to match you," Tie Xue exclaimed as he gazed at Xiao Ye high above the depths of Iron Blood Mountain Range.

Even a genius like him was thoroughly convinced by Xiao Ye.

"Tie Xue, your progress is also substantial. In the future, you will surely become the second Great Emperor of the Human Clan," Xiao Ye smiled confidently.

Indeed!

Having followed Tie Xue back to the homeland of the Iron Blood Clan, both of them exchanged Martial Arts and continued sparring, learning from each other’s strengths and making significant progress.

Especially Xiao Ye, empowered by the incredible comprehension ability and superior Martial Arts talent bestowed by his True Martial Physique, advanced by leaps and bounds.

Through the mutual exchange of Wudao with Tie Xue and the deep Martial Arts inspiration gained from sparring, he was fully confident in his capability to break through to the Half-step Emperor Realm, deeming his purpose for training in the Ancient Era fulfilled.

Thinking about how he even shared the Four Emperor Skills with Tie Xue, he couldn’t help but laugh to himself.

After all, from a certain perspective in later generations, Tie Xue could be considered his master.

"You seem to know me very well, and you possess so many high-level battle skills and cultivation techniques that clearly exceed our era’s Martial Arts," Tie Xue observed, suddenly curious.

"Also, you mentioned that you’re leaving soon. Where are you planning to go?"

During his time with Xiao Ye, Tie Xue found him shrouded in a veil of mystery, inscrutable.

Upon learning that Xiao Ye was leaving, he felt quite reluctant, and as a gesture of appreciation for Xiao Ye’s kindness, he instructed the Iron Blood Clan to collect a large amount of Holy Dragon Crystals and Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures for Xiao Ye.

"Do you really want to know?" Xiao Ye’s expression became peculiar.

His departure from the Ancient Era was imminent, probably within a few days.

Considering he was not of this era, if he revealed this secret to Tie Xue, he didn’t know whether it would interfere with the history of the True Spirit Continent, or what consequences it might bring.

"If you’re willing to share, I’m willing to listen. If you don’t want to talk about it, I won’t press you," Tie Xue offered.

Xiao Ye paused in silence for a moment before making a decision: "Follow me, and I’ll tell you."

With that, Xiao Ye flew toward a distant palace, with Tie Xue curiously following behind.

"What?"

"I’m one of the Human Race’s Four Emperors?"

"And you...you...actually came from the future?" A moment later, an extremely shocked voice came from the palace.