Chapter 1859: Chapter 1856: Ascending Emperor Road

But the Nine Netherworld Phoenix couldn’t completely trust Ye Xuan. Although Ye Xuan had saved its life several times, it could guess that Ye Xuan definitely had his own schemes.

This point, the Nine Netherworld Phoenix was very clear about.

However, it wasn’t very sure what exactly Ye Xuan was planning.

After a moment of contemplation, the Nine Netherworld Phoenix spoke solemnly, "If you deceive me this time, then not only this deal, but the previous three promises will be voided as well. Do you agree?"

The Nine Netherworld Phoenix always kept its word and what it had promised Ye Xuan before, it would definitely fulfill.

But in today’s situation, it felt Ye Xuan had a conspiracy, so it intended to use this as a negotiation with Ye Xuan.

In this way, if Ye Xuan deceived it, then it would have a reason to void the previous promises.

"You sound really dumb saying these words."

Ye Xuan said with a peculiar expression.

It seemed that the Nine Netherworld Phoenix’s mind was becoming increasingly ineffective.

The Nine Netherworld Phoenix snorted coldly, "Stop changing the topic, do you agree?"

Ye Xuan laughed, "What nonsense, of course I agree. You might even thank me when the time comes."

In the end, the two reached an agreement.

Ye Xuan did not rush to leave, but assisted the Nine Netherworld Phoenix in first condensing its physical body to adapt to that Daoist Platform of the Thunder God.

As time slowly passed, a Thunder God Phoenix gradually appeared.

With the spread of its wings, lightning filled the air.

This was a completely different aura from the true form of the Nine Netherworld Phoenix.

Seeing the Nine Netherworld Phoenix getting on track, Ye Xuan didn’t waste any more time and withdrew from the Thunder Pond.

Outside the Thunder Pond.

Cheng Kes anxiously waited.

As time ticked away second by second, Ye Xuan’s figure was still nowhere to be seen, which made Cheng Kes a bit flustered.

However, during the wait, Cheng Kes noticed a young gentleman arriving outside the Thunder Pond, watching it from not too far away, with no clear intention of what he intended to do.

Initially, Cheng Kes was somewhat cautious, but over time, she realized the person bore no ill will, so she no longer paid attention to him.

At this moment, Cheng Kes noticed something unusual happening within the Thunder Pond.

A figure flashed by.

Ye Xuan emerged.

"Young master."

However, before Cheng Kes could speak, the young gentleman from not far away had already stepped forward and respectfully addressed him.

"Eh?"

"Is he also a follower of the young master?"

Cheng Kes was somewhat confused but nonetheless immediately went to greet Ye Xuan.

Ye Xuan was not surprised to see the young man.

This person was Liang Difan from the Divine Continent Valley.

Earlier, Ye Xuan had ordered, once the Emperor Road opened, to ascend it together.

Liang Difan’s arrival was as promised.

With the soul of the Ancient Taiyin God awakened, Liang Difan’s strength was already maxed out, and he was now in the realm of the Invincible Great Sage, terrifyingly powerful.

"Let’s go."

Ye Xuan said without further ado, leading the two directly towards the Emperor Road.

Even though Ye Xuan spent an hour in the Thunder Pond, the Emperor Road was still incomplete.

The entire Xuanhuang Great World, nearly all the great sages, had arrived.

Additionally, there were many great sages from the Heavenly Domain of the Lower Realm.

They formed a torrent leading directly to the Emperor Road!

Because those who wished to ascend the Emperor Road still had to undergo its trials.

This layer of trial would stop many people.

For instance, those pseudo-great sages who relied on elixirs or were forcibly elevated to the Great Sage Realm by the enlightenment of other powerful beings would be eliminated in this trial.

Despite this, every time someone attempts to ascend the Emperor Road, there are always many who foolishly try and get eliminated.

Some were even eliminated before they could set foot on the Emperor Road.

It’s hard to fathom what they hoped to gain.

Perhaps they merely wanted to brag to future generations that they once attempted the Emperor Road?

Unclear but awe-inspiring.

Soon, people also noticed Ye Xuan’s presence.

Seeing Ye Xuan finally prepare to ascend the Emperor Road drew many gazes.

Those great sages lacking in strength wisely stepped aside for Ye Xuan.

Though in reality, there was no need to make way.

The Emperor Road had existed since ancient times, and its entrance was wide enough to accommodate a million people ascending simultaneously.

But many were simply waiting to observe how others managed the ascent, causing them to sluggishly linger at the back.

From afar, the breakpoint of the Emperor Road resembled a gateway to the ancient Heavenly Que, shrouded in vast starlight, magnificent and grand!

"What, isn’t that person a Reincarnator? Why couldn’t he pass the test?"

At this moment, a stir arose among the observing strong ones.

The reason was that a Reincarnator in the Great Sage Realm was eliminated from the Emperor Road.

The Reincarnator’s face was extremely ugly.

This also drew much whispering among the crowd.

"Hahaha, trash, and you want to walk the Emperor Road with me? Look at yourself."

On the Emperor Road, another Great Sage Realm expert mocked.

These two were sworn enemies.

Seeing his opponent eliminated naturally thrilled him.

The eliminated Great Sage’s face was a mix of green and white, but ultimately, he left in dejection.

Only he knew that he hadn’t truly entered the Great Sage Realm but had used past-life remnants to forcibly promote himself to the Great Sage Realm as a pseudo-great sage.

But he was unwilling to give up, as his great vendetta was yet to be avenged, and his foe thrived, so he had decided to give the Emperor Road a try, only to end in failure.

The Reincarnator quickly regrouped, inspired by the tale of Qin Li, the old Human Clan Emperor.

He believed that if he took time to consolidate, he could surely return to the Emperor Road.

After all, the Emperor Road had only just opened.

Time was on his side!

With these thoughts, the Great Sage Realm Reincarnator went back into seclusion.

This scene was naturally caught by Ye Xuan and the others.

Now Cheng Kes understood somewhat about the Snow Storage and Reincarnators mentioned by Ye Xuan.

Indeed, to ordinary cultivators, Reincarnators and Snow Storage might seem powerful.

But at their level, seeing these Reincarnators and Snow Storage proved they weren’t particularly special after all.

Soon, Cheng Kes refocused because she was already captivated by the Emperor Road.

Upon nearing the Emperor Road, she finally saw that its entrance was actually a fracture!

Even the rough edges of the fracture could be seen.

But from above, a continuous, awe-inspiring Dao aura emitted.

As if approaching the Emperor Road brought her closer to the Dao.

At this moment, Cheng Kes finally understood why it was the lifelong goal for people across the land.

Coming here, even a short journey could bring unique gains.

No wonder the world divided between those who had walked the Emperor Road and those who had not.

So that’s what it meant.

Splash.

The three of them stepped onto the Emperor Road slowly.

Immediately, an invisible layer of Dao aura enveloped them, seemingly intent on cleansing them.

But Cheng Kes felt an overwhelming pressure, so much that she struggled to breathe.

"Young master..."

Cheng Kes startled, instinctively cried out.

But she found that Ye Xuan nonchalantly walked ahead, as if nothing was amiss.

Liang Difan followed closely behind.

Cheng Kes suddenly felt a bit too weak, as if she could hardly move her steps.