"Ye Qingchen single-handedly fought against the powerful forces of the Seven Peaks?"
"In this Elder examination, the Seven Peaks elite army was completely wiped out, Jian Chen’s life and death are unknown! Jing Tian’an’s cultivation was abolished! Zhu Jun’s divine soul was torn apart! Only Ye Qingchen passed the examination?"
Upon hearing this news, whether it was Taotian Palace or Lintian City, there was an uproar.
Indeed.
It had already spread to the Thirty-Six Countries of the Celestial South.
It was too astonishing!
Although Ye Qingchen had done many heaven-shocking things before, in the eyes of many senior figures, that was just child’s play.
Only when he trampled the Western Regions Luo Family in the extreme North and killed the three closed-door disciples of Marquis Guangjun on Void Peak did he barely catch their eyes.
As for the previous incidents, stepping on the inner sect, engaging in fierce battles with the Law Enforcement Team, obliterating the remnant soul of Venerable Yin Mountain, even then, these elder Earth Immortals merely exclaimed ’the younger generation is to be feared’, but would not pay much more attention thereafter.
However.
This Elder examination was shocking enough to drop jaws everywhere.
"Thirty elders who passed the examination were all crushed by Ye Qingchen alone?" Some senior Earth Immortals couldn’t believe their ears, confirming it over and over again.
"To be precise, there were thirty-two in total. The truly capable Jian Chen, Zhu Jun, Jing Tian’an were thoroughly crippled by Ye Qingchen. Although more than ten barely escaped, they are people of no utility, having exhausted their potential upon reaching Earth Immortal. Ye Qingchen probably disdains to even lay a finger on them!"
"Moreover, according to witnesses, when faced with this group of over thirty people, Ye Qingchen handled it with ease, treating them as mere playthings!"
Witnesses trembled while describing it, despite it happening a while ago, recalling it always left them feeling incredulous!
"However, having just crippled those individuals of the Seven Peaks, those Supreme Elders won’t be easy to deal with, how could they let him off?"
Many people asked.
Even more pursued the follow-up events.
"That’s for sure! When Ye Qingchen emerged, Kong Yuanhao wished he could take his head. But don’t forget, Ye Qingchen hails from Heaven-Shocking Peak, with Su Moran backing him!"
"Su Moran even vowed, even if it means destroying one or two Supreme Elders, she would protect Ye Qingchen. Among them, who would dare to make a move!"
As soon as this news was spread, it immediately caused a sensation among the crowd.
Does this not mean that in Taotian Palace, there is no one who can suppress this entity?
Countless people marveled at it.
Ye Qingchen’s sharpness was too much.
Since his debut, his strength has advanced like a rocket, soaring upwards. To now overpowering the Seven Peaks, it was simply beyond everyone’s imagination.
"If it continues this way, could Ye Qingchen possibly compete for the next Chief position of Taotian Palace?"
Quite a few people speculated in secret.
This wasn’t without reason.
After all.
The current Chief of Taotian Palace, Su Moran’s senior brother, Yu Hongqing, was also a remarkably talented, outstanding figure. And Ye Qingchen’s performance was even more exceptional!
Even if he doesn’t reach Yu Hongqing’s level in the short term, he will at least become a Supreme Elder in the future!
Suddenly.
Many people were already scheming in private, plotting how to become friendly with Ye Qingchen and win him over.
Yet, some people shook their heads in secret.
"A bunch of fools, can’t you see that the internal conflicts in Taotian Palace have intensified... Ye Qingchen is right at the center of the storm!"
"Once the storm erupts, everyone involved will most likely be shattered to pieces!"
...
Amidst the external disputes.
Heaven-Shocking Peak.
Was adorned with decorations and bright lights.
Ever since Ye Qingchen entered the Cyan Nether Hall and sank into the Profound Nether Black Sea under everyone’s gaze, everyone thought Ye Qingchen had perished. But Su Moran persevered for three days and eventually got the outcome she hoped for.
Ye Qingchen, within the Cyan Nether Hall, battled the Seven Peaks alone before everyone on Elder Peak, establishing himself as the invincible Earth Immortal. With Su Moran backing him, few dared to oppose him within Taotian Palace.
"I want to know, what happened after you entered the Profound Nether Black Sea, how did you become an Earth Immortal in just three days?" Su Moran asked puzzledly.
"I can’t talk about this matter!" Ye Qingchen shook his head.
After all.
The master of Cyan Nether Hall’s origins were significant. Additionally, the Three-Eyed Profound Ape emphasized that the fewer who knew, the better.
"The origins of Cyan Nether Hall are extraordinary, and my father, Yu Hongqing, among others, have tried to uncover the secrets of this ancient hall." Su Moran pondered briefly, "Since you are unwilling to say, you must have your reasons, I won’t force you! However..."
At this point, Su Moran looked up, met Ye Qingchen’s eyes and said, "You humiliated Lu Xingzhou and the others at Elder Peak; they won’t take it lightly. You need to find ways to further enhance your cultivation and strength!"
"Moreover, I’ve found clues indicating that my father’s death was caused by those Supreme Elders... they won’t just sit and watch us grow stronger, inevitably, they will act."
Ye Qingchen nodded slightly.
Having just entered Earth Immortal, he needed some time to buffer before continuing his cultivation. Additionally, he had yet to comprehend the two Cultivation Techniques passed down by the master of Cyan Nether Hall.
...
After being promoted to Elder, he was entirely removed from the ranks of disciples, formally stepping into the higher echelons of Taotian Palace.
As an Elder.
Aside from managing disciples and handling urgent matters, there was nothing else, so Ye Qingchen had plenty of time for cultivation.
However.
The two martial techniques taught by the master of the Cyan Nether Hall, one finger technique and one Swordsmanship, surpassed the immortal rank. They needed the support of the great momentum of the world and even some Heavenly and Earthly Treasures to practice.
With Ye Qingchen’s current status and position, searching for such places hardly required his personal involvement; with a word, many would rush to serve him.
As for Han Buxiu, under Su Moran’s guidance, he had already stepped into the Earth Immortal rank.
Lu Yanwu and Zheng Jiuling were still a bit behind, and Zhou Hai was even far from Human Immortal.
It’s worth mentioning, Su Moran was breaking through to Celestial Immortal, though labeled a top-level Earth Immortal, she was still young, with a shallow foundation, hence she had to progress slowly.
Everything proceeded methodically.
Finally, Taotian Palace enjoyed a temporary peace.
On this day.
Just as Ye Qingchen finished his cultivation, Zheng Jiuling rushed back in excitement, exclaiming along the way:
"Mr. Ye, Mr. Ye, it’s found!"
"What was found?"
Ye Qingchen sat cross-legged on the ground, devoid of any aura, resembling an ordinary person. This was a testament to his ability to fully control and utilize Earth Immortal power.
However, sitting still, Zheng Jiuling felt Ye Qingchen had the presence of a towering giant, seemingly hundreds of feet high.
Witnessing this, Zheng Jiuling became even more respectful, lowered his head, and said profoundly:
"Ice and Snow Divine Palace!"
Upon hearing this, Ye Qingchen abruptly opened his eyes, releasing a flash of divine light.