Chapter 13158 The Geniuses of the Temple

Chapter 13158 The Geniuses of the Temple
“Furthermore, Ling Xiao was able to easily destroy the Ji and Jiang families with a treasure. The power of this treasure is truly astonishing.

Just imagine, if this kind of artifact falls into Yang Meng's hands, combined with the heritage and resources of Huangquan Bulao Mountain, their strength will advance by leaps and bounds in a short period of time, and they may really surpass our Empress Palace one day in the future. By then, the pattern of the Demon Suppression Mansion will be completely changed, and the majesty and status of the Empress Palace will also face unprecedented challenges. "

Shangguan Wan'er's words were filled with deep worries about the unknown future. She knew that in this world where the strong are respected, any negligence could lead to irreversible consequences. Therefore, she took the initiative to volunteer, hoping to help the Empress's Palace solve the problem.

"My Lady Empress, you are responsible for the rise and fall of the entire Empress' Palace, so you should not take risks lightly. But I am willing to step forward and personally meet that Ling Xiao to find out his true strengths and weaknesses. At the same time, I will also give him a warning to let him know that the Empress' Palace is not an existence that he can provoke at will."

Shangguan Wan'er's tone was full of confidence and determination. She believed in her own strength and believed that the power of the Empress' Palace was enough to cope with any challenge. She looked firmly at Empress Qianfeng, waiting for her final decision.

Qian Feng's gaze gently swept across Shangguan Wan'er. His eyes contained both expectations for the younger generation and unquestionable majesty.

She spoke slowly, her voice was faint, but every word was clear, as if it could penetrate people's hearts: "Treasures are certainly the aids that warriors dream of, but in this world where the strong are respected, only the improvement of one's own strength can stand firm. Regarding Ling Xiao's matter, I have my own plans in mind, you don't have to worry too much."

Having said that, a barely perceptible hint of deep meaning flashed across Qian Feng's eyes, and she seemed to have a more profound consideration about Ling Xiao's movements.

Then, she changed the subject, her tone becoming more gentle and encouraging: "Wan'er, you are the most dazzling talent of this generation in my Empress Palace. Your potential and talent are unmatched. I do intend to pass on the position of the future Empress to you, but before that, you need to go through more hardships and challenges before you can take on this great responsibility."

"The Cemetery of Ten Thousand Demons is a dangerous place, but it is also a testing ground for practitioners. I order you to set off there tomorrow, not only to improve your strength, but also to hope that you can realize more about the true meaning of martial arts and life there." Qian Feng's words were full of trust and expectations for Shangguan Wan'er.

Shangguan Wan'er was filled with mixed emotions when she heard this. She was grateful for the cultivation and trust of the Empress Qianfeng, but she was also nervous about the unknown challenges she was about to face. She wanted to say more, trying to persuade Qianfeng to let her participate in Lingxiao's affairs, but when she got to her lips, she was interrupted by Qianfeng's unquestionable eyes.

"Empress..." Shangguan Wan'er called softly, with a hint of reluctance and helplessness in her voice. However, Qian Feng just shook his head gently, showing both his understanding of Shangguan Wan'er and his determination not to be disobeyed.

"You want to disobey?" Qian Feng's voice was soft, but it was like thunder, exploding in Shangguan Wan'er's heart. She trembled violently, lowered her head quickly, and replied respectfully: "I dare not."

"That's good." Qian Feng nodded with satisfaction, then waved his hand, signaling Shangguan Wan'er to leave. "Go and prepare. We will set off for the Ten Thousand Demons Cemetery early tomorrow morning. Remember, you still have a long way to go, so don't rush. As for Ling Xiao, if he is really capable, someone will take care of him. If the Holy Hall does not move, we don't have to act rashly."

Although Shangguan Wan'er still had many questions and reluctance in her heart, under Qian Feng's unquestionable order, she could only obey silently and turned around to leave the hall.

Although her steps were steady, her back looked somewhat lonely and heavy, as if she was carrying a heavy burden. However, she knew that this was the only way for her to grow and it was also a solid step towards the position of empress.

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Almost at the same time, the sun gently fell on the holy land of the Demon-Suppressing Mansion, which was surrounded by rich spiritual energy. This was the core of the Demon-Suppressing Mansion - the Holy Hall. It was high and surrounded by clouds and mist, as if the purest energy between heaven and earth gathered here, covering this ancient hall with a layer of mysterious and solemn glory.

Inside the temple, the spacious hall was carefully decorated to welcome the most grand competition feast of the year - the final battle of the competition.

The walls were inlaid with brilliant gems, which complemented the natural light coming in from the windows, making the entire space both splendid and solemn. The air was filled with the faint scent of herbs and the nervous and excited breath of the monks, every bit of which foreshadowed the upcoming fierce competition.

All the participants in this competition were gifted young talents who had been carefully nurtured by the Holy Temple. They wore uniform clothing with the emblems of their respective families or schools embroidered on their lapels, which looked particularly dazzling under the light.

At this moment, the faces of these proud young men who usually look high and mighty are filled with desire for victory and respect for their opponents.

As the competition came to an end, the atmosphere became more tense and solemn. Ten outstanding young men, like ten shining stars, sat around a white-haired, wise old man under the attention of everyone.

This old man is a highly respected elder in the temple. He has witnessed the rise and fall of countless talents throughout his life. He is both excited and worried about the upcoming decisive battle.

"Elder, I heard rumors from the outside world that a young man named Ling Xiao has been very popular recently and has been acting quite flamboyantly. I wonder what it would be like if he really competed with us?" A young man couldn't help but break the silence out of curiosity. His voice contained both curiosity about the unknown strong man and confidence in his own strength.

The other young men also cast curious glances at him upon hearing this. It was obvious that this young man named Ling Xiao had already attracted enough interest and attention from them. The old man smiled slightly, and a deep light flashed in his eyes, as if he was recalling something, or evaluating something.

The old man was dressed in a flawless white robe with fluttering sleeves as if unstained by dust, highlighting his extraordinary status.

His face was stern and his eyes were deep, as if he could see through everything in the world, and his carefully groomed goatee gave him an air of immortality. His aura was powerful and restrained, and even a hint of it would make the air around him tremble slightly, revealing his profound cultivation and strength that could not be underestimated.

He turned slowly and his eyes fell on the girl who was asking the question. Those eyes seemed to be able to penetrate people's hearts and look into the depths of their souls.

But the girl didn't seem to be afraid, and there seemed to be a hint of provocation in her eyes, because in terms of strength, the girl was not afraid of the old man at all.