Chapter 574-579 (Patreon)

574. Reunion with Feng Ling!

The residence of the Feng Clan remained serene and tranquil, just as it always had. At present, only Feng Ling graced the domain. However, her consort was none other than the illustrious Martial God Lin, who had left an indelible mark upon the ages.

Despite recent murmurs suggesting Martial God Lin had departed to the Divine Realm, no one dared to disturb the peace of the Feng Clan. Feng Ling herself exercised restraint over her clan, ensuring they avoided any unnecessary conflicts. As a result, the Feng Clan had thrived.

Nevertheless, over the past two years, Feng Ling had found herself growing somewhat discontented. She was a person of innate pride, having ascended from a Martial King to aspire to the realm of Martial God. Her deepest desire was to venture into the Divine Realm and accompany Lin Fei.

Alas, the path from Martial King to Martial God was far from straightforward, even for one as gifted as Feng Ling. In fact, it was a daunting journey, bordering on the impossible. Still, Feng Ling persevered.

"It has been three years now," she would sometimes mutter, her thoughts consumed by Lin Fei. He was her one and only Daoist companion in this lifetime, and it was impossible not to miss him.

However, she had no means of reaching the Divine Realm herself, and Lin Fei appeared unable to send any messages back. Thus, Feng Ling could only endure her tedious wait.

Perhaps a decade would pass, or even a century, or possibly a millennium—she had no way of knowing whether Lin Fei would return. Especially as she heard the whispers of history: none of the god-tier powerhouses who had ventured into the Divine Realm had ever returned. This cast a shadow upon Feng Ling's heart.

A resonating hum echoed through the air, and at that moment, in a desolate corner of the Feng Clan's territory, concentric ripples of spatial distortions spread out like the gentle waves of water. Feng Ling, not too far away, immediately sensed something amiss and swiftly took flight.

"What's happening?" Feng Ling inquired of the elders of the Feng Clan.

The venerable elders of the Feng Clan wore wry smiles as one of them replied, "We are uncertain, but it appears to be spatial ripples."

"Could it be that someone is traversing the void?" Feng Ling's eyes suddenly sharpened as a faint suspicion arose in her mind. However, she couldn't be sure. Nonetheless, deep within her heart, a sense of excitement welled up as she gazed fixedly at the empty space.

In the next moment, a figure emerged from the void passage with a whoosh. Lin Fei had just arrived, and his eyes immediately locked onto a familiar figure. Their gazes met, and there was an unspoken understanding. It seemed as though everything around them had quieted down.

The elders of the Feng Clan were the first to react, and a hint of joy appeared on their faces as they hastily paid their respects. "Greetings, Martial God Lin!"

The person who had just emerged from the void was indeed Lin Fei.

"Feng Ling, you've worked hard," Lin Fei said as he stepped forward to stand before Feng Ling.

Feng Ling, despite being a Martial King, managed to calm her tumultuous heart. She spoke, "It's good to have you back. But how could you return after only two or three years in the Divine Realm? It seems that most of the god-tier powerhouses from the Ancient Continent who went to the Divine Realm never returned."

Feng Ling was curious. She had inquired and learned that once someone went to the Divine Realm, they rarely came back.

Lin Fei smiled faintly and replied, "This is quite a long story. I'll tell you all about it slowly." With that, Lin Fei took Feng Ling with him and disappeared from the sight of the onlookers.

The people of the Feng Clan were jubilant. During Lin Fei's absence, while there were no threats to the Feng Clan, an underlying sense of unease persisted. Now that Lin Fei had returned, the renowned Martial God Lin, whose fame resonated throughout the entire Ancient Continent, the safety of the Feng Clan was assured.

"Hehe, this time Martial God Lin's return is likely to be extraordinary. Perhaps, our Feng Clan is about to rise to great heights. After all, who among those Martial Gods who went to the Divine Realm has ever returned?"

While the elders of the Feng Clan may not have been particularly powerful, they possessed wisdom. None of the others had returned. Lin Fei, however, had come back. There had to be some hidden secret behind this, although they were unaware of it.

Regardless of the secret, Lin Fei's return to the Ancient Continent was a momentous occasion for both the Feng Clan and the Ancient Origin Sect.

At the back of the Feng Clan's mountain, after reuniting with Feng Ling and sharing some tender moments, Lin Fei began recounting his experiences in the Divine Realm.

Feng Ling listened intently, her eyes widening in astonishment. In just a few short years, Lin Fei had experienced so much in the Divine Realm, rising to become the first Martial God and a legend in that realm. Furthermore, he had now surpassed Martial God status, attaining the rank of True Monarch.

"By the way, Lin Fei, why is it that you were able to return to the Ancient Continent, whereas none of the Martial Gods or Deity Transformations who went to the Divine Realm before you have come back? Could there be some secret?" Feng Ling asked curiously.

Upon hearing this, Lin Fei fell into deep thought. "It is indeed quite peculiar. When I entered the Divine Realm, I joined the Great Dream Sect. According to my Master, Great Dream Ancestor, every god-level powerhouse from the Ancient Continent who enters the Divine Realm can return to the Ancient Continent once.

However, it's only a one-time opportunity. Once you return to the Divine Realm, you can only come back to the Ancient Continent after achieving the status of a True Immortal or Martial Ancestor. Generally, as long as you apply, it can be approved. However, it's not that easy, especially for god-level individuals. Even if they combine to form a True Immortal, there's no guarantee of approval."

Lin Fei could only offer this explanation. Although he appeared amiable to others as a True Monarch, in reality, True Immortals were aloof beings not easily encountered. Even when Lin Fei was just a Martial God, despite his remarkable performance, he had never had the chance to meet a True Immortal. However, as a True Monarch, and with the potential to become a Martial Ancestor, the situation was different. Even the attitude of the True Immortals had changed.

Among the Martial Gods and Deity Transformations of the Ancient Continent, there probably hadn't been a True Monarch born yet. Therefore, applying to return to the Ancient Continent would likely be quite challenging. Lin Fei didn't dwell on this issue, though. Instead, he asked Feng Ling, "Do you know about the Yun Clan?"

"The Yun Clan? Which Yun Clan?" Feng Ling was unsure.

Lin Fei was not entirely sure either, but based on Feng Ling's reaction, it seemed that she might have some knowledge. It seemed that he would have to investigate further in the future.

"Feng Ling, there's one more thing," Lin Fei continued, "Would you be willing to accompany me to the Divine Realm?"

"The Divine Realm?" Feng Ling hesitated. She was concerned about her family. "Lin Fei, the Feng Clan needs me. If I leave, what will happen to the clan..."

Lin Fei shook his head. "Feng Ling, this time I've returned with the intention of unifying the entire Ancient Continent. Consequently, the Feng Clan will become a dominant force, merging with the Ancient Origin Sect. After unifying the Ancient Continent, whether or not the Feng Clan has you, it will remain the same."

Lin Fei revealed his plan. "What? You want to unify the entire Ancient Continent?"

Feng Ling was shocked. She remembered that Lin Fei was not the type of person who sought power and dominance. The idea of ruling over the entire Ancient Continent was not something he had been enthusiastic about before.

So why was he suddenly talking about unifying the entire Ancient Continent? This was not a task that could be completed overnight, not even with absolute strength. It would require careful planning over a long period, and it was not an easy endeavor.

"Yes, I intend to unify the entire Ancient Continent," Lin Fei affirmed. "It's not about me craving power, but rather, I need a pretext. When I unify the Ancient Continent, I will hold a ceremony to pay homage to the heavens. The world of the Ancient Continent has given birth to consciousness. I need to utilize the world consciousness of the Ancient Continent to strive for enlightenment in the Great Dao, thereby transcending from a True Monarch to become a Martial Ancestor. If I succeed, you can return to the Divine Realm with me at any time, and you won't have to worry. Even if I fail and can't achieve Martial Ancestor status in a short time, you still need not worry. The Ancient Continent I unify will be maintained for a significant period. The safety of the Feng Clan and the Ancient Origin Sect will also be ensured."

Lin Fei explained in detail. The unification of the Ancient Continent was for his cultivation, and he placed great hope in it. Whether he could comprehend the Dao and achieve Martial Ancestor status depended on this journey to the Ancient Continent.

575. Reunites with the Phoenix, the Phoenix's Astonishment!

"By the way, let's go see the Phoenix," Lin Fei suggested.

"The Phoenix?" Feng Ling nodded. Initially, the Phoenix had helped Lin Fei, hoping that after he achieved Martial Ancestor status, he would help free the Phoenix from confinement.

However, now that Lin Fei had spent several years cultivating in the Divine Realm, his vision and insights had greatly expanded. He didn't believe that only reaching the level of a Martial Ancestor would be required to rescue the Phoenix.

"Alright, let's go together," they agreed. So, the two of them arrived at the entrance to the secret realm. This was not an actual realm but rather a small world, as described by the Phoenix. However, now that Lin Fei was a True Monarch, entering a small world would risk bursting it. Was this indeed the case?

Lin Fei decided to test it. "Enter!" he declared, and both he and Feng Ling stepped into the entrance.

"Buzz."

In the next moment, Lin Fei found himself inside the realm. However, it was different from what he had imagined. His True Monarch form didn't cause the realm to collapse.

"Wait a moment, this isn't a small world! This is... a True Monarch-level world?"

Lin Fei's heart shook. It seemed like he had sensed the extraordinary nature of this world. It was actually a True Monarch-level world!

Only a True Monarch-level world could accommodate Lin Fei's True Monarch form; otherwise, a small world would surely be shattered. But this Enigma Realm appeared to be unaffected.

Now Lin Fei was curious. To use a True Monarch-level world to imprison the Phoenix was indeed a bold move.

Lin Fei finally understood why the Phoenix had said that only a True Immortal or Martial Ancestor could free it. This was a True Monarch-level world, and if it showed no signs of collapsing, then a True Monarch alone would be helpless. Clearly, it would require someone at the level of a true Immortal or Martial Ancestor to bring the Phoenix out.

"Swoosh."

In no time, they arrived in front of the paulownia tree. They had already spotted the colossal fiery figure perched on the paulownia tree – the Phoenix.

Previously, the Phoenix had been at the divine level, but now that Lin Fei was a True Monarch, his perspective had changed. To him, the Phoenix was no mere divine entity.

This Phoenix appeared to still be in the process of maturing, growing stronger with each passing moment. It was undoubtedly beyond just the divine level, likely at the True Monarch level.

The Phoenix seemed to be resting with its eyes closed but suddenly snapped them open.

"Whoosh."

Its gaze fixed on Lin Fei and Feng Ling, particularly Lin Fei. In its eyes, there was a hint of astonishment.

"Hmm?" The Phoenix said, "Your aura is unusual. You are not a Martial God; you are a True Monarch? But how could you have achieved True Monarch status so quickly since your last visit? Going from Martial God to True Monarch, even with a trip to the Divine Realm, shouldn't have been this fast!"

The Phoenix stared intently at Lin Fei, its eyes filled with shock as if it couldn't believe what it was seeing. True Monarch! Lin Fei had already become a True Monarch!

Lin Fei nodded slightly and respectfully addressed the Phoenix, "Through a fortuitous opportunity, I ventured into the Divine Realm and achieved the status of True Monarch. I initially intended to return to this realm to fulfill my promise to you and help you leave this world. However, it seems that it may be more challenging than I thought. I didn't expect this to be a True Monarch-level world."

Lin Fei had nothing to hide, and the Phoenix remained silent for a long while. Eventually, it let out a deep sigh and said, "You are truly a True Monarch. And you've returned from the Divine Realm. You must know the secret of the Ancient Continent, right? All you need to do is unify the Ancient Continent and perform a heaven sacrificial ritual. Then, you might have a chance to comprehend the great Dao and achieve Martial Ancestor status. Once you become a Martial Ancestor, I might truly have a chance to escape..."

The Phoenix was also filled with excitement. Initially, when it had helped Lin Fei, it had merely played a minor role without harboring great hopes.

However, it was beyond unexpected that Lin Fei had achieved True Monarch status in such a short time, and there was even a glimmer of hope for him to become a Martial Ancestor. This unexpected turn of events brought joy to the Phoenix.

"Yes, senior, this time I returned to the Ancient Continent with the intention of comprehending the Great Dao," Lin Fei solemnly stated. "Although this is a True Monarch-level world, I still want to give it a try, to see if I can help you leave this world."

The Phoenix did not oppose Lin Fei's decision. Instead, it nodded and said, "Very well, you should try it. You'll only be satisfied if you attempt it."

Lin Fei appreciated the Phoenix's understanding and cooperation. "Senior Phoenix, I will give it my best shot."

With the Phoenix's consent, Lin Fei reached out and grabbed it without resistance. He held the Phoenix firmly.

"Let's go."

Lin Fei, along with Feng Ling, headed towards the world's passage that led back to the Feng family. However, while Lin Fei could pass through the passage, an invisible barrier seemed to block the Phoenix from leaving.

"Is there a barrier?" Lin Fei's eyes flashed with determination. He unleashed a powerful punch, and the particles within his physical body instantly erupted.

"Crack!"

The void shattered instantly, even breaking the True Void, which was a level above the Divine Realm's void. However, despite shattering the void, there remained an invisible barrier that still prevented the Phoenix from leaving.

Lin Fei's expression changed as he realized what was blocking the Phoenix. It wasn't just a simple void barrier; it was a barrier composed of all the laws within this world.

Every law in the True Monarch-level world had formed a barrier, preventing the Phoenix from leaving. This was an incredible and extraordinary feat, and Lin Fei had rarely encountered something like this before.

"No use. These laws have formed a barrier. Unless you can break this world, you won't be able to break through these barriers," the Phoenix said with a slight shake of its head, already aware of this outcome.

"Is that so?" Lin Fei's gaze turned icy.

With a thunderous boom, the power within Lin Fei's 5,300 particle worlds erupted. His strength continued to rise. While it was usually difficult for True Monarch-level strength to break the laws of a True Monarch-level world, there were always exceptions. When one's power exceeds the limits of the laws, the impossible could become possible.

Crack!

In the next moment, the Phoenix, which had appeared nonchalant and unimpressed, witnessed one of the laws shattering before its eyes. Its eyes widened in disbelief. Lin Fei had actually managed to break a law!

Even though it was just one law, it was still a law! Despite the existence of countless laws, Lin Fei's ability to break even a single law had already surpassed the abilities of almost all True Monarchs. Perhaps Lin Fei could truly free the Phoenix from its imprisonment!

576. Rescue the Phoenix

With each technique Lin Fei unleashed, one law after another shattered under the force of his power. However, the laws were numerous, and one after another continued to appear.

The True Monarch-level world didn't collapse. When one law shattered and broke, the next would quickly restore itself. This was because the source sea of the True Monarch-level world remained intact.

As Lin Fei continued his efforts, the initial excitement and hope in the Phoenix's heart gradually subsided. Instead, a sense of disappointment crept in. It could tell that while Lin Fei could make laws shatter, he couldn't break all of them. He still couldn't shatter the invisible law barrier surrounding it, which meant he couldn't take it out of the world.

Lin Fei noticed the change in the Phoenix's expression.

"I don't need to break all the laws. I just need to break the laws around this True Monarch-level world's portal. When that happens, the portal will lose its barrier, and you'll be able to leave this True Monarch-level world. To achieve this, I need to sever the connection between the portal area and the entire True Monarch-level world," Lin Fei muttered quietly.

While it might seem impossible for others, Lin Fei had a way. He possessed Saber World, which could isolate the inside from the outside. His current Saber World was top-tier among True Monarchs, and even a True Monarch-level world would have a hard time breaking through Saber World's isolation.

"Senior Phoenix, don't lose hope. There's one last method," Lin Fei said, instilling a glimmer of hope in the Phoenix.

However, the Phoenix remained skeptical. "What method can there possibly be now?"

Lin Fei didn't respond. Instead, he took a deep breath and declared, "Saber World!"

With his words, Saber World descended, a fusion of Lin Fei's world laws.

This time, Saber World was a fusion of Lin Fei's sixty-one world laws, nine more than before. These nine world laws were obtained when Lin Fei passed his ninth Heavenly Tribulation. Although he hadn't immediately created a Particle World with them, they could still be integrated into Saber World, significantly enhancing its power.

When Saber World descended, it enveloped Lin Fei, the Phoenix, and Feng Ling. The Phoenix immediately sensed something different. It couldn't perceive anything from the outside world anymore. It seemed that Saber World had completely isolated them from the external world, preventing even the laws from penetrating.

Lin Fei was well aware that Saber World would isolate them both internally and externally when it descended, creating a complete separation that even laws couldn't break through. He shouted, "Break!"

One by one, the laws of the True Monarch-level worlds within Saber World shattered—first one, then two, three, four, five, and more. However, the True Monarch-level world's source sea couldn't replenish these shattered laws because Saber World isolated everything inside from the external world.

Lin Fei asked the Phoenix, "Senior, can you still feel the barrier now?"

The Phoenix replied excitedly, "The barrier has really disappeared."

It had been a constant source of distress for the Phoenix, making it believe that only a True Immortal or Martial Ancestor could rescue it.

However, now, Lin Fei, a mere True Monarch, had managed to free it from captivity. Overwhelmed with gratitude, the Phoenix didn't hesitate any longer and stepped into the portal, instantly vanishing without a trace.

Lin Fei and Feng Ling exchanged glances before following suit. They rushed out of the True Monarch-level world and appeared in the backyard of the Feng family.

A series of ripples in space appeared, and a massive firebird materialized out of thin air. The surrounding space seemed to distort, and the intense heat made the air scorching.

The Phoenix was filled with excitement as it gazed around, taking in the unfamiliar yet familiar surroundings. It had undergone countless rebirths, bathed in fire repeatedly, and experienced many phoenix Nirvanas. These experiences had caused some of its memories to fade away, but now, seeing this scene, it recognized it immediately.

Ancient Continent! This was the real Ancient Continent! It had truly been freed from captivity!

At this moment, Lin Fei and Feng Ling also emerged from the True Monarch-level world.

"Senior, how do you feel?" Lin Fei asked.

"It's amazing, I'm truly free!" The Phoenix was overwhelmed with emotion. It had thought that it would be trapped in that True Monarch-level world for countless lifetimes, only having a chance to escape when the world was on the brink of collapse.

But who knew how long it would take for some True Monarch-level worlds to reach that point? Some of them were incredibly ancient and might never collapse. Fortunately, Lin Fei had rescued it.

The Phoenix continued, "True Monarch Lin, you saved me. If you have any wishes or requests, please don't hesitate to ask. As long as I can do it, I won't refuse."

Lin Fei shook his head. He didn't need anything from the Phoenix; he had only fulfilled his promise to help it.

"Senior, do you plan to leave the Ancient Continent directly and go to the Divine Realm, or do you want to stay in the Ancient Continent for now?" Lin Fei asked. "And about that powerful being who trapped you, I'm afraid it might be at the True Immortal level. If you rush to the Divine Realm, it could be dangerous."

The Phoenix's form changed slightly, transforming into an elegant woman dressed in fiery red, radiating a noble and fiery aura. She assured Lin Fei, "True Monarch Lin, you can rest assured. I won't be going to the Divine Realm anytime soon. I'll stay in the Ancient Continent, in the Feng family."

Lin Fei smiled. Having the Phoenix remain in the Feng family was ideal. It was like having a True Monarch-level powerhouse guarding the Feng family and the Ancient Origin Sect. This would allow Lin Fei to carry out his plan to unify the Ancient Continent without worries. Once he unified the Ancient Continent, even if he didn't achieve Martial Ancestor status and had to leave the Ancient Continent, having the Phoenix, the Ancient Origin Sect, and the Feng family would ensure their safety.

In the Ancient Continent, there was absolutely no one who could match the Phoenix. While Ancient Continent did have some Deity Transformation and Martial God-level cultivators, none of them were at the True Monarch level. The Phoenix had become one of the most powerful beings in the Ancient Continent, second only to Lin Fei. Its presence alone could dominate the entire continent.

"After being trapped in a True Monarch-level world for so many years, now that I've finally escaped, I need to explore," the Phoenix said before disappearing without a trace, leaving only a promise to return.

Lin Fei and Feng Ling exchanged glances and nodded. They understood the urgency in the Phoenix's heart.

"Feng Ling, with the Phoenix by our side, my plans are free from worries. It's time to get started," Lin Fei said. "However, in order to unify Ancient Continent, we must first deal with the strongest force. What is the oldest, most powerful, and most renowned force in all of the Ancient Continent?"

Lin Fei turned to Feng Ling for answers.

577. Eternal Life Alliance

"Observing Heaven Pavilion!" Feng Ling immediately mentioned the name.

Ancient Continent was vast, but Observing Heaven Pavilion had a long history and a reputation for having Martial God and Deity Transformation cultivators among its ranks.

Regardless of the rise and fall of various forces in the Ancient Continent, Observing Heaven Pavilion remained as stable as a mountain, making it the undisputed number one force.

"Observing Heaven Pavilion, it is," Lin Fei nodded. "We will establish our force first and then head to Observing Heaven Pavilion to start our journey to conquer the Ancient Continent."

Lin Fei recognized the need to build a new force beyond the Ancient Origin Sect or the Feng family. This new force would have the Ancient Origin Sect and the Feng family as its core members. He and Feng Ling spent several days discussing every aspect of this new force, clarifying their goals and objectives.

However, at the end of their discussions, Feng Ling asked, "What should we name this new force?"

Lin Fei thought for a moment and then replied, "This force is open to both cultivators and martial artists, and its sole goal is eternal life. Therefore, let's call it the 'Eternal Life Alliance.'"

Eternal Life Alliance—a force personally led by Lin Fei. While he might need to invest a significant amount of effort and resources in the early stages, it was ultimately a means to achieve the unification of the Ancient Continent and the successful execution of the Heaven Sacrifice Ritual. Lin Fei cared more about the purpose it served than its long-term future.

"Let's head back to Ancient Origin Sect for now," Lin Fei said, and together with Feng Ling, they flew towards Ancient Origin Sect.

Ancient Origin Sect was bustling with joy from top to bottom. News had spread throughout the sect: Supreme Elder Lin Fei had returned!

As a legend of the Ancient Origin Sect, Lin Fei's prestige was beyond imagination, surpassing even that of the sect's founding ancestor. After all, it was Lin Fei who had elevated the Ancient Origin Sect to the pinnacle of the Ancient Continent, making it one of the top sects.

Soon, two figures descended upon the Ancient Origin Sect. Every disciple of the sect greeted them with the utmost respect, "We welcome Supreme Elder back to the mountain! We welcome Martial God Feng back to the mountain!"

Feng Ling, seeing the grand reception, smiled and said, "Indeed, your sect's scale is much larger than my Feng family's."

Lin Fei also wore a slight smile. As he looked around, he spotted many familiar faces, including Shen Lianxin. He also recognized the Sect Master of Ancient Origin Sect and others. These were the people he was familiar with. Here, in the Ancient Origin Sect, he felt a sense of belonging.

"Supreme Elder, you've finally returned," said the Sect Master of Ancient Origin Sect.

"Yes, I've returned," Lin Fei replied with deep emotion. In Divine Realm, he might have been the top Martial God and even a legend, but Great Dream Sect in Divine Realm never gave him a true sense of belonging. It was the Ancient Origin Sect that made him feel at ease.

Lin Fei, accompanied by Feng Ling, entered the main hall. The senior members of the Ancient Origin Sect had gathered there, including Shen Lianxin, who had made tremendous progress in the past few years.

Shen Lianxin had even achieved Martial Sovereign status, an incredible feat in such a short time. Now, he was one of the Ancient Origin Sect's top cultivation talents, with the potential to become a Martial King.

Lin Fei scanned the room and spoke with a solemn tone, "This time I return to Ancient Continent to accomplish a great task. I intend to establish the Eternal Life Alliance. With the Eternal Life Alliance, we will unite and conquer the entire Ancient Continent. This alliance will be built upon the foundation of the Ancient Origin Sect and the Feng family. Anyone who wishes to participate is welcome to join voluntarily."

Lin Fei did not force anyone to join the Eternal Life Alliance. After all, the idea of unifying the entire Ancient Continent sounded quite ambitious.

Sure enough, when they heard that Lin Fei wanted to "unify" the Ancient Continent and even "dominate" it, many members of the Ancient Origin Sect were shocked.

"What? Establish the Eternal Life Alliance and even dominate the entire Ancient Continent? Ancient Continent is vast, and there are many god-level cultivators like Martial Gods and Deity Transformation stage cultivators. Unifying the entire Ancient Continent is extremely difficult."

"However, since Senior Lin wishes to do this, we should support him. He must have thought it through carefully and won't act recklessly."

"Could it be that Senior Lin is absolutely confident? After all, he spent several years in Divine Realm..."

Some of the core high-ranking members of the Ancient Origin Sect appeared hesitant. This was indeed a massive undertaking, and they were taken aback by the audacity of Lin Fei's plan.

"I'll join the Eternal Life Alliance!" declared a cold voice, breaking the silence.

All eyes turned toward the speaker. It was no surprise that it was Shen Lianxin.

"Shen Lianxin!"

Lin Fei had expected Shen Lianxin to be the first to support him.

"Brother Shen, you're still the same," Lin Fei said with a smile.

For Lin Fei, the Eternal Life Alliance was merely a tool. Unifying the Ancient Continent posed no difficulty for him as he had already achieved True Monarch status. However, he didn't mention this achievement and left it for Ancient Origin Sect members to discover on their own. It was an opportunity for them.

Once the Eternal Life Alliance dominated the entire Ancient Continent, it would gain immense power and resources. The leaders of the alliance would enjoy unprecedented benefits. Lin Fei wasn't concerned about the alliance's future; he was more interested in seeing which individuals within the Ancient Origin Sect would seize this opportunity.

Similarly, he didn't reveal his True Monarch status to the Feng family and allowed its members to make their own choices. This was a chance for them as well.

As days went by, both the Feng family and the Ancient Origin Sect began to take action. Many people carefully considered their options and chose to join the Eternal Life Alliance. However, some individuals, seeking stability, decided to remain in either the Ancient Origin Sect or the Feng family.

Despite Lin Fei's high prestige, many still had concerns about joining the Eternal Life Alliance, as it meant participating in battles with various powerful forces once the alliance aimed to dominate the Ancient Continent. These battles posed significant risks, including the possibility of death, which made some hesitate.

Nevertheless, many were willing to join the Eternal Life Alliance because of Lin Fei's reputation and influence. Within just half a month, the alliance was established and began expanding. News spread that Lin Fei, the Martial God, had returned to the Ancient Continent and formed the Eternal Life Alliance.

"What does Martial God Lin want by creating the Eternal Life Alliance? I heard it's for the purpose of unifying the Ancient Continent."

"That's too ambitious. The Ancient Continent has so many ancient powers, each incredibly strong. How could the Eternal Life Alliance hope to unify it?"

"But that's the reality. Let's see what happens once the Eternal Life Alliance is fully established. Ancient Continent is about to enter a period of turmoil again."

578. Destroy the Observing Heaven Pavilion?

Many well-informed individuals had a sense that something unusual was happening in the Ancient Continent. They anticipated that the appearance of the Eternal Life Alliance might lead to chaos and conflicts. The top-tier factions were particularly focused on the alliance's actions, wondering who would be the first target once the alliance was fully operational.

In the Eternal Life Alliance's great hall, many high-ranking members listened to Lin Fei's words with a sense of awe and shock. The target of their first operation was none other than the mighty Observing Heaven Pavilion.

"Observing Heaven Pavilion! To unify the entire Ancient Continent, the Eternal Life Alliance must first eliminate the Observing Heaven Pavilion. Therefore, the first action of the Eternal Life Alliance must be directed at Observing Heaven Pavilion."

The members of the Eternal Life Alliance were deeply moved by Lin Fei's words. Observing Heaven Pavilion was, without a doubt, the most powerful force in the entire Ancient Continent, with an incomprehensible foundation. If the alliance were to successfully defeat Observing Heaven Pavilion, its influence would soar, and many things might not even require force.

However, the question remained: Could the Eternal Life Alliance actually defeat the Observing Heaven Pavilion?

"Leader, should we reconsider this matter?" one member asked. "Observing Heaven Pavilion is like an unyielding bone. It's said that they have a Martial God and a Deity Transformation cultivator, and their foundation is incredibly deep. If we attack them recklessly and fail, the consequences would be unimaginable."

"Leader, should we think this through and consider targeting another faction instead?"

Many members were not entirely in agreement. Observing Heaven Pavilion's reputation was too great, having stood tall in the Ancient Continent for a long time. The concerns were justified, given that the alliance had only recently been established, even with Lin Fei as their legendary Martial God.

Nonetheless, Lin Fei remained calm and said, "No, we won't change our target. It will still be Observing Heaven Pavilion. This time, the Eternal Life Alliance will spare no effort to annihilate Observing Heaven Pavilion! Also, feel free to release some information, no need to keep it secret. Let the entire Ancient Continent know."

Lin Fei made his arrangements step by step. His true goal was not to eliminate Observing Heaven Pavilion, which he could easily achieve. Instead, he wanted to use this as a way to intimidate the entire Ancient Continent, making all the factions submit without the need for sneak attacks. He aimed to demonstrate their overwhelming power, leaving no room for resistance or hope.

"Yes, Leader."

With that, the members of the Eternal Life Alliance began their preparations.

Ancient Continent was buzzing with excitement due to recent events. News had spread that the newly formed Eternal Life Alliance had chosen its first target: Observing Heaven Pavilion. This revelation had sent shockwaves throughout the continent, with discussions and speculations running wild.

"Is the Eternal Life Alliance crazy? Their first target is Observing Heaven Pavilion! Don't they realize the depth of Observing Heaven Pavilion's power and influence?"

"The Eternal Life Alliance relies solely on Lin Fei, the Martial God. If they fail to defeat Observing Heaven Pavilion, it could be a fatal blow to their alliance."

"But isn't Lin Fei a legendary Martial God of Ancient Continent? As long as he takes action, Observing Heaven Pavilion should have a tough time resisting."

"Lin Fei may be a Martial God, but Observing Heaven Pavilion is no pushover. Taking down Observing Heaven Pavilion won't be easy."

"Lin Fei visited the Divine Realm, and perhaps he has become a bit too arrogant, thinking that everyone in the Ancient Continent is weak. Maybe Observing Heaven Pavilion will wake him up."

Most people expressed skepticism about the chances of the Eternal Life Alliance and Observing Heaven Pavilion. Many believed that the outcome of this conflict would serve as a reality check for Lin Fei.

However, as the involved parties, Observing Heaven Pavilion remained unusually silent. No statements or news were released from their side. Inside Observing Heaven Pavilion, a sense of foreboding and worry prevailed.

Perhaps many people outside didn't understand what the "Divine Realm" was truly like, but Observing Heaven Pavilion did.

At this moment, Observing Heaven Pavilion had three supreme leaders, and only those within the organization were aware of their existence. Among them, two were Deity Transformation cultivators, and one was a Martial God.

Inside the grand hall, the three supreme leaders and core members of Observing Heaven Pavilion sat in deep contemplation. Finally, one of the Martial Gods spoke, "The intelligence is accurate. The Eternal Life Alliance released this information themselves. They want to establish their authority by targeting Observing Heaven Pavilion. Their move will likely happen within the next few days. Observing Heaven Pavilion is on the brink of life and death. What do you all think we should do?"

The words of the Martial God sent shockwaves through the assembly. The fact that the Eternal Life Alliance had willingly revealed their intentions indicated they were highly confident. Otherwise, why would they dare to appear so "arrogant"?

"Three Pavilion Masters, what exactly is the Eternal Life Alliance relying on?"

"Yeah, even though the Eternal Life Alliance has Lin Fei, he's just a Martial God. With three Pavilion Masters here, can't we stop him?"

"Even if Lin Fei is incredibly strong, the three Pavilion Masters should be able to hold him back."

"So, what's the Eternal Life Alliance's confidence or trump card?"

One of the Deity Transformation Pavilion Masters calmly replied, "The Eternal Life Alliance's trump card is most likely Lin Fei himself. You all may not be aware of how terrifying the Divine Realm is. Although Lin Fei has only been there for two or three years, with his talent, even in that short time, he could have made significant progress. Currently, who in the Ancient Continent can match Lin Fei? Remember, even in the past, Lin Fei was already renowned in the Ancient Continent and had few rivals. It's even more so now."

In truth, they had an even greater concern, though it sounded absurd and far-fetched. Was Lin Fei still just a Martial God? What if he had surpassed that level?

Despite how insane it sounded, it wasn't entirely impossible. Lin Fei's path of cultivation in the Ancient Continent had been remarkable, progressing from a relatively unknown figure to a Martial God within a few years. If he could achieve that, breaking through the Martial God realm to a level above it within two or three years might not be entirely out of the question.

Furthermore, there was another significant reason for their concern. Many Martial Gods and Deity Transformation cultivators from the Ancient Continent had entered the Divine Realm and hadn't returned. How could Lin Fei, who had spent only a few years there, return unscathed? This alone suggested that Lin Fei was anything but ordinary.

"Very well, this time, the three of us will test Lin Fei's strength. If we can't win, then we'll disband Observing Heaven Pavilion. Our legacy has lost its meaning."

In reality, the three Pavilion Masters were quite pessimistic. However, they had no choice but to make the attempt. If it proved impossible, they wouldn't insist on continuing.

As they discussed their plan, a Nascent Soul cultivator arrived in haste. His face was filled with fear as he reported, "Three Pavilion Masters and elders, the Eternal Life Alliance, along with Lin Fei, have already arrived outside Observing Heaven Pavilion."

"They're here?"

The three Pavilion Masters were slightly surprised. They hadn't expected the Eternal Life Alliance to move so quickly. This day couldn't have been worse. The purpose of the Eternal Life Alliance was to unify the Ancient Continent, and this clash was inevitable.

"Well, let the three of us go and meet Lin Fei first. Let's see what kind of earth-shattering abilities this Martial God from the Divine Realm possesses."

With that, the three cultivators took a step forward, transforming into streaks of light and flying out of Observing Heaven Pavilion. The others exchanged glances and quickly followed suit, flying towards the outskirts of Observing Heaven Pavilion.

579. Martial God? True Monarch!

"Is this Observing Heaven Pavilion?"

Lin Fei stood with his hands behind his back, quietly suspended in the void. Behind him, a large number of Eternal Life Alliance members also stood in the void. Lin Fei was quite curious about Observing Heaven Pavilion because its headquarters were located in the void, to be precise, inside a special magic treasure. It resembled a massive pagoda, and within the pagoda was Observing Heaven Pavilion itself.

Lin Fei didn't conceal his presence, and the actions of the Eternal Life Alliance were not hidden either. Therefore, many strong individuals and factions secretly followed them, all the way to Observing Heaven Pavilion. They watched silently from the surroundings. This battle would have a significant impact on the entire situation in the Ancient Continent.

Among the members of the Eternal Life Alliance, there was only one Martial God – Lin Fei. However, when he stood in the void, no one dared to underestimate him.

"Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh."

Soon, streaks of light flew out from inside the Observing Heaven Pavilion, revealing three figures. Each of them emitted a strong divine-level aura. Many factions that had been secretly observing were astonished.

Observing Heaven Pavilion was indeed formidable, but it had always been shrouded in mystery. People had speculated whether it possessed two divine-level cultivators, but now that three divine-level cultivators had appeared from Observing Heaven Pavilion, it was truly shocking.

Who could have imagined that Observing Heaven Pavilion had not just two, but three divine-level cultivators? Underestimating Observing Heaven Pavilion's strength could lead to disastrous consequences.

"Observing Heaven Pavilion having three divine-level cultivators?"

"Did we estimate wrongly? Could our Alliance Leader be in danger?"

"We should have planned more carefully. Observing Heaven Pavilion has profound foundations and should not be underestimated."

"Who would have thought that Observing Heaven Pavilion had three divine-level cultivators?"

Many members of the Eternal Life Alliance were filled with shock. Three divine-level cultivators!

Although it was just one more divine-level cultivator than they had estimated, a single divine-level cultivator could have a decisive impact. A divine-level cultivator was not comparable to a Nascent Soul or a Martial King.

However, the three divine-level cultivators appeared humble and showed no signs of arrogance. Instead, they looked at Lin Fei with solemn expressions.

"Alliance Leader Lin, we do not oppose your goal of unifying the Ancient Continent. Furthermore, even Observing Heaven Pavilion can be integrated into the Eternal Life Alliance."

"But as the Pavilion Masters of Observing Heaven Pavilion, we cannot remain uninvolved. Regardless, we would like to give it a try."

"If we are defeated, Observing Heaven Pavilion will be fully integrated into the Eternal Life Alliance."

"Please, Alliance Leader Lin, enlighten us!"

The three god-level cultivators displayed a lowly attitude.

"Oh? You are all willing to give up Observing Heaven Pavilion, and even willing to merge it into the Eternal Life Alliance? Are you saying that the legacy of Observing Heaven Pavilion, which has been passed down for so many years, can be discarded at any moment?"

Lin Fei was somewhat surprised. He hadn't expected the three divine-level cultivators of Observing Heaven Pavilion to be so willing to abandon their legacy. It seemed like they could give it up at any time.

"Observing Heaven Pavilion doesn't really have a legacy. When Observing Heaven Pavilion was established, it was formed by several divine-level cultivators joining forces. Nowadays, if it's not feasible, why should we insist?"

Lin Fei understood the situation. He stood still and said, "Go ahead, make your move."

"Alliance Leader Lin, we won't hold back!"

The next moment, the three divine-level cultivators attacked. Two Deity Transformation cultivators unleashed their magic treasures, while the Martial God delivered a direct punch.

The attacks from the three god-level cultivators simultaneously struck Lin Fei. It was evident that these three divine-level cultivators had a high level of cooperation. Their coordination was not something achieved overnight.

However, facing the combined attack of three divine-level cultivators, Lin Fei remained motionless, standing in the void. He allowed their attacks to land on him.

"What's going on? Is Martial God Lin really trying to confront three divine-level cultivators head-on?"

"Is he overestimating himself just because he went to Divine Realm for a while?"

"Could he really be invincible now?"

Some powerful individuals who had been secretly observing the situation, including Martial Gods and Deity Transformation cultivators, were gradually growing resentful. They had their reasons for not going to the Divine Realm, but it didn't mean they acknowledged being inferior to Divine Realm Martial Gods. Lin Fei was confronting three opponents head-on as if he didn't take them seriously at all.

With a loud "bang," the three divine-level cultivators unleashed their full power. They poured their formidable forces into Lin Fei, expecting to crush him completely. However, what they witnessed left them in shock. Lin Fei's body remained completely unscathed, not a single particle destroyed.

These three divine-level cultivators couldn't believe their eyes. How could a Martial God withstand their combined attacks without any damage?

"Are you really a Martial God?" One of the Martial Gods trembled as he spoke.

"Martial God?" Lin Fei chuckled. "I just passed my ninth Heavenly Tribulation. I don't know if I can be considered a Martial God. In the Divine Realm, many don't call me a Martial God but rather a True Monarch."

With a thunderous roar, Lin Fei's body expanded instantly, reaching tens of thousands of meters in size. Although the power of the particle world within him didn't burst out, every particle in his body exploded. His aura spread far and wide, shaking the entire Ancient Continent. This imposing aura was not directed at the three divine-level cultivators intentionally, but they still felt suffocated.

This level of aura far exceeded their expectations, leaving them stunned.

"True Monarch? Nine Heavenly Tribulations signify the limit of a Martial God, while a True Monarch surpasses it."

"Lin Fei has been in the Divine Realm for only two or three years and has already become a True Monarch?"

"But this aura is too terrifying, definitely not something a Martial God can possess. Could it really be a True Monarch?"

Those who had been secretly observing, including Martial Gods and Deity Transformation cultivators, now understood that Lin Fei had likely achieved the status of a True Monarch. The three divine-level cultivators from the Observing Heaven Pavilion were in a state of shock and disbelief.

"True Monarch! I never imagined that Lin Fei had already become a True Monarch."

"No wonder the three of us couldn't defeat Lin Fei even when we joined forces."

"So, the reason Lin Fei could return from the Divine Realm is that he has already become a True Monarch."

"Faced with the power of a True Monarch, what are we mere divine-level cultivators?"

"We admit defeat. The Observing Heaven Pavilion will submit to True Monarch Lin's judgment."

The three god-level cultivators were in a state of shock, their faces ashen. They had been defeated, and it was a devastating loss. Throughout the battle, Lin Fei hadn't even actively attacked; it was the three of them who initiated the confrontation.

Yet, they ended up suffering a humiliating defeat. Lin Fei's physical body couldn't be harmed or even a single particle annihilated by their combined efforts. It was a crushing defeat.

However, despite their defeat, they couldn't help but be amazed. Who would have thought that Lin Fei, who had only been in the Divine Realm for two or three years, would achieve the status of a True Monarch? They accepted their loss with respect and humility.