Yuelong Star Realm.
On this day, countless sects and rogue cultivators poured toward Ten Thousand Treasures Island, the venue for the most momentous event in the star realm's history: the founding of the Blood Extermination Alliance.
Ten Thousand Treasures Island, the core territory of Multitude Treasure Pavilion. The Pavilion's headquarters stood here, in the midst of Sea Continent's boundless ocean, normally shielded by a colossal barrier that barred outsiders.
Today, the barrier was open for this critical occasion.
If one had to name the wealthiest and most prestigious power on the entire star realm, Multitude Treasure Pavilion was indisputably at the top. Even the Golden Board was created under their leadership—proof of their prestige in the cultivation world.
Thus, when Multitude Treasure Pavilion hosted this vital event, no one objected or felt dissatisfied.
Dawn had barely broken when the vast sea was already filled with flying treasures. Figures soared through the sky, some tearing space directly to the island.
Clearly, in every faction's eyes, forming the Blood Extermination Alliance was now the highest priority.
Multitude Treasure Pavilion had prepared days in advance: a vast plaza, seats for guests, positions for each continent's delegation carefully arranged, spirit tea and fruits in abundance…
Hosting was none other than Pavilion Master Tian Wanbao, father of Saintess Tian Yedao—one of the most exalted figures on the star realm.
Receiving guests: Saintess Tian Yedao and her four personal maids, assisted by Pavilion elders.
Above the island, four distinct groups hovered in the sky—representing the four continents, silently sizing each other up.
Sea Continent, led by a middle-aged man in white robes, aura perfectly restrained—Bai Wusheng, President of Hundred Spirit Academy. Behind him: an immortal-like elder and a youth resembling Bai Wusheng—Bai Xiaosheng.
Yet Bai Xiaosheng's eyes never left the ethereal figure of the Elf Queen in the crowd, completely entranced.
The Elf Queen Ya Xishen stood like a priceless jewel in the ocean—her beauty untouchable. Many powerhouses felt even gazing upon her was sacrilege. Just a whiff of her fragrance made them feel life complete.
"Staring for what? Can you offer a betrothal gift surpassing Lan An gege's?" A Ni pulled her mother's hand, glaring. Crowd faces twitched. Bai Xiaosheng nearly choked on a fly.
Some wanted to laugh but didn't dare. Bai Xiaosheng courting the Elf Queen was no secret…
"Xiaosheng, focus on the matter at hand!" the immortal-like elder behind Bai Wusheng reminded. Bai Liang Laoren, Vice-President of Hundred Spirit Academy.
Bai Xiaosheng obediently nodded. In public, he dared not overstep.
Beside the Elf Queen stood two women.
One graceful as an immortal, face veiled, emotions unreadable—Shui Xijun, Sect Master of Shui Thien Tong, possessor of a Heterogeneous Water.
The other: smoky hair tied high, mature charm radiating. Armour couldn't hide her seductive curves. Purple lips dazzling. Shui Niangqing, Sect Master of Sea Rainbow Sect.
Of course, Sea Continent's delegation included Dwarf Clan Chief, Ai Clan Patriarch, Sea Palace Lord Hai Yingthien, and many others—plus rogue experts. Even Pham An Tu had representatives.
An overwhelming lineup.
…
Yellow Sand Continent was no less imposing. Both President and Vice-President of Mysterious Yellow Academy attended.
President Xuan Sha Laoren—old man with a two-metre sand gourd on his back, white hair, simple robes, looking half-dead. Yet no one dared underestimate him.
Vice-President Xuan Kiem Laoren—another elder with a sword on his back, like an unsheathed supreme blade pressuring the surroundings. Obsessed with swordsmanship, usually in seclusion—his presence showed how seriously they took Blood Emperor Domain.
A youth respectfully followed Xuan Kiem Laoren—old acquaintance of Lan An: Qin Tian. Mysterious Yellow Academy only sent three.
But Yellow Sand's attention wasn't only on Mysterious Yellow Academy. Dan Clan Twin Ancestors—Dan Yanji and Dan Tianxing—top alchemists of the star. Countless fawning gazes.
Especially Dan Yanji—fiery yet icy beauty, noble status, terrifying strength. Men could only admire from afar.
Besides the four Tribulation Realm giants, Yellow Sand brought: Dan Coc Valley Master Dan Ye, Hoa Truc City Lord Hua Ming, Bright Fire Cult Leader Huo Wuya… and many more.
…
Dark Origin Continent was equally bizarre in appearance.
Leading: a man with five-coloured bull horns, body like a mountain of muscle, heavy armour gleaming. Niu Wuba, President of Heavenly Demon Academy. Rumoured nearly a thousand years without revealing true form—everyone only knew he was a bull.
Behind him: an elder with a turtle shell on his back—sturdy, aura unfathomable. Gui Ling Laoren, Vice-President.
Besides these two, Dark Origin brought long-famous experts: Flood Clan Chief Ba Luc Giao Quan and his brother Ba Luc Giao Hoang, temporary Kun Clan Chief Kun Liehai, and many others—including Lan Polie of Lan Clan.
But the true eye-catcher wasn't Niu Wuba or Gui Ling Laoren.
A woman in simple white palace dress—graceful, seductive aura radiating naturally. Several fluffy tails swayed behind her—soul-stealing. Men's blood boiled.
Fox Clan Chief – Hu Qingyu.
Even Bai Xiaosheng, obsessed with the Elf Queen, felt his heart shake. He silently compared the two—couldn't decide.
Even peerless genius Ba Li Jiaoguan stole glances, cursing his own lack of strength to pursue her.
Hu Qingyu ignored all gazes—used to it.
Beside her master, Hu Yuzhen sighed helplessly. Master's radiance was blinding. She was a beauty too—but couldn't compare.
Her eyes, however, scanned Ice Heaven Continent's group—searching for a certain figure…
He wasn't there.
…
Compared to the three major continents, Ice Heaven Continent looked slightly lacking.
Leading: an old woman with a staff, sighing constantly, inwardly cursing her irresponsible President countless times.
Thai Ling Laoren, Vice-President of Sacred Spirit Academy. Her lifespan was running out—less than a century. She had secluded for breakthrough. Yet the President vanished, forcing her out to lead.
Behind her, Sacred Spirit's Chief Enforcer could only smile bitterly. In presence, they were outclassed—but nothing to do.
With them: Retired Emperor of Ice Profound Empire and Heavenly Mountain Immortal Realm Lord Wang Yiyun—neither cared much for face.
But others did.
"Hmph, Ice Heaven Continent grows more pathetic by the day!"
The cold snort came from Gui Ling Laoren of Heavenly Demon Academy—turtle-looking but full of knives.
Ice Heaven group stayed silent, faces ugly.
No choice. In top Tribulation Realm experts—they were outmatched. In beauties—only Wang Yiyun…
"Where is President Wu? With her strength and prestige, her absence this time is truly regrettable!" Bai Wusheng asked, eyes gleaming.
Hearing the name, Niu Wuba and other experts instantly focused—only Wu Sanniang commanded such attention.
"Our President is in seclusion. Please forgive her absence. I represent Sacred Spirit Academy…" Thai Ling Laoren explained.
Everyone jolted. At Wu Sanniang's level—each seclusion brought massive gains.
"Haha, isn't she supposed to have a disciple? Some 'Rear Palace' that's supposedly amazing? Why no show?" Bai Xiaosheng smirked provocatively.
"Hmph! Lan An gege is busy with big things—how would you understand?" A Ni puffed her cheeks.
Bai Xiaosheng inwardly seethed. Damn brat. Once I win your mother, I'll teach you manners.
"Before the survival of the entire cultivation world, still no appearance? I'd say Rear Palace only knows how to bully the weak!" Ba Li Jiaoguan declared righteously—only to be glared silent by his brother.
"No rush. Time remains. How can you be sure Rear Palace won't come? Heavenly Secret Pavilion, Seven Kills Cult, Beast Taming War Sect, and many famous figures haven't arrived either," two calm voices rang out.
An old couple stepped from the void.
"Senior Khao couple!" Elf Queen Ya Xishen immediately bowed.
Everyone reacted, greeting respectfully. Most high-status people recognised the Khao seniors.
"No need for formalities! This old couple only came to lend a small hand—hoping to repel the foreign enemy," the old woman said gently, earning admiring gazes.
"Friends, how have you been?" Xuan Sha Laoren asked.
"Thanks for asking, Xuan Sha friend. These old bones can still hold on a bit!" the old man laughed leisurely.
As greetings ended, Tian Yedao led her four maids and elders to receive guests. The plaza had been arranged—four continents' delegations seated apart.
The five women's beauty once again stirred countless men. This event gathered the star's most stunning beauties: Ya Xishen, Hu Qingyu, Tian Yedao, Dan Yanji, Wang Yiyun, Shui Niangqing… Absolutely dazzling.
Rip rip rip…
Suddenly, space tore. Six sinister figures emerged—each bizarrely dressed.
Leading: a figure cloaked in pitch-black mist. Even Tribulation Realm probing frowned—unable to see through the black spiritual force. Too eerie.
Ba Li Jiaoguan and Tian Yedao saw them—faces serious, shouting:
"The Five Great Freaks and the Demon?!"