Zhou Yan had such awareness, so any cultivator's challenge, he would never really engage in a life-and-death battle and would hold back appropriately.

Similarly, because the Wenhua Palace consists of outstanding cultivators, some arrogance and self-righteousness are naturally inevitable. As long as they repeatedly recognize reality, these people will by no means do unwise things.

Moreover, these cultivators understand the principle of not bringing trouble to their families. They would not despicably plot against a cultivator's family or friends out of hatred for an individual, otherwise, how would such a cultivator be qualified to enter the Wenhua Palace?

When Zhou Yan agreed with the Hall Master Yao of Wenhua Palace, suddenly Ji Xie stepped forward.

"I think you are not qualified to challenge Zhou Yan. It's better to challenge me because I want to have a life-and-death battle with you. As you said, if I can cut you down with one move, what's the difference between you being alive or dead? You're just a waste!"

At this moment, the Evil King Ji Xie stepped forward, suddenly uttering the same cold and arrogant words.

The Hall Master Qian Yao was stunned for a moment, and all the other cultivators were also somewhat taken aback.

"You are not the only one who wants to kill me. Although I don't know your reasons for wanting to kill me, your name is one of the reasons I want to kill you! Ji Xie? Mechanical Clan member? Blatantly seeking your death!"

Ji Wu snorted coldly, and that phrase 'Mechanical Clan member' made Zhou Yan's heart tremble once again.

Zhou Yan couldn't help but take an extra look at Ji Wu.

However, the Evil King Ji Xie was unconcerned, sneering with a voice filled with unexplainable mockery.

"Wait until the Wenhua Palace stabilizes, and then we fight. I'll let you live a few more days first."

Ji Xie sneered, giving out a signal for the duel.

And Ji Wu agreed without hesitation, quite decisively.

This scene made the Hall Master Qian Yao let out a helpless sigh, but he said nothing. Although he was the Hall Master, there are always some unsolvable conflicts in the world, many of which are resolved in life-and-death battles.

One side lives, the other side dies.

One side gains all the resources of the other, while the other completely disappears from the world.

Wenhua Palace does not encourage this revenge model of life-and-death battles, but neither does it oppose it.

In the world of cultivators, this brutality is universal.

Zhou Yan silently watched as the Evil King challenged Ji Wu, then looked at Yao sighing, looked at Shi Qin, Shi Yin, Qian Xi, Jia Yongheng, Yaochi, Zhuge Chunqiu, and other once familiar faces which now felt familiar yet somewhat strange, his whole being was filled with inexplicable lament.

He knew these people were not the ones they once were.

But in some sense, these people were still those from the past, only the circumstances had changed.

However, in this world, those who know the truth are ultimately the minority.

Just like how Saint Yao from the past, now the Hall Master Yao, looks at Zhou Yan with the same familiar and puzzled eyes, but obviously, he too remembers nothing.

And Luck Eternal, Heavenly Mechanism Spring and Autumn Annals, and Cangqiong Yaochi no longer even have a sense of familiarity, the resemblance is gone, leaving people in sighs.

Especially, the once Evil King and Yaochi Saint, once just as powerful as Yao, now are bizarrely becoming genius cultivators, just like before.

Instead, Saint Yao's kind of status no longer matches the experts of the Venerate Realm, even Feng Yunyan and Hou Tianjian can't compare.

"Once some geniuses became mighty powers, became venerables, leaders."

"And some former leaders have become extraordinary geniuses."

"Some friends from the past have become today's enemies."

"And some enemies from the past now seem they could become good friends."

"This world seems to be playing a joke on me? But I no longer care, focusing on becoming stronger is the way, and nothing else concerns me?"

"Fortunately, Hou Ling'er still knows the truth, otherwise, perhaps I would be the loneliest person in this world, without a doubt."

...

Zhou Yan muttered to himself, sighing in his heart, taking a deep breath and letting out a long sigh.

In this matter, Ji Wu and the Evil King have already set a life-and-death battle, and regardless of who dies, Zhou Yan is not willing to see it.

After all, the Evil King was ultimately a very capable subordinate.

Though during that time at the Sword Burial Ancestor Star, their interaction was limited, the Evil King handled matters with his own measure and understood the true grand scheme, a true talent.

As for Ji Wu, there's no need to mention, under such relations, Zhou Yan certainly does not wish any harm to come to him.

But in this world, can there be perfection?

Zhou Yan pondered in his heart, then suddenly heard the Hall Master Yao transmit a message, "This time, the Cultural Totem has manifested the ultimate Supreme Dao, and Pure Moon Immortal City is already in an uproar. Now, the new annual celebration of the Wenhua Palace is about to commence.

This time, we will host a grand cultivator exchange event focusing on Zhou Yan, who has created a new history."

"At that time, I will also invite some of the renowned geniuses from past generations who have emerged from the Wenhua Palace, as well as clan leaders and influential figures from major clans and sects within Pure Moon Immortal City, so that everyone can connect with each other.

We cultivators must avoid conflicts with our kin, so getting to know the big figures in Pure Moon Immortal City is also crucial."

Hall Master Yao pondered and spoke.

As he spoke, cultivators began whispering and discussing in low voices.

However, the Wenhua Palace Master slightly raised his hand, causing the scene to immediately fall silent.

His voice continued to echo in the heart of every cultivator: "Pure Moon Immortal City has a very ancient history, and Wenhua Palace also possesses a very ancient heritage. The ancient inheritance means that most cultivators who gain residence rights in Pure Moon Immortal City have remarkable backgrounds and formidable strength.

It can be said that, nearly fifty percent of the top experts from the Dark God Domain's headquarters also reside in Pure Moon Immortal City.

Therefore, the Immortal City exchange gathering, held every ten years, is very popular.

This time, however, is different.

Previously, no cultivator broke the shackles of the Cultural Totem and comprehended the Secret Technique of the Supreme Dao. Now, not only has someone broken it, but it was broken in a manner far beyond expectations. At that time, the top experts in the Immortal City will also meet you top-tier geniuses.

If fortunate enough to receive some guidance, it will be endlessly beneficial, so you must also pay attention to your performance.

Moreover, other cultivators need not worry, perform well, and perhaps fortune will smile upon you, catching the attention of a great personage, gaining certain guidance, and will also progress significantly."

"This time, everyone should prepare well, avoid conflicts during the exchange event, and do not provoke ancient, peculiarly tempered strong individuals."

...

The Wenhua Palace Master spoke about many points of attention.

But Zhou Yan didn't take it too seriously.

Although some of those great personages are indeed remarkable, yet... Zhou Yan's combat power, after reaching the limit, using the Transformation Method is comparable to the Qiankun Heavenly Venerate. Moreover, Zhou Yan restored a past emperor's arrogance, and wouldn't purposely curry favor with others, so he viewed these matters rather calmly.

Zhou Yan also knew, Yao said this not actually targeting some true genius disciples, but giving hope to the other disciples striving for more strength.

However, Zhou Yan didn't speak much, understanding these matters in his heart was enough.

After Yao finished speaking, he then led Zhou Yan into the inner hall of Wenhua Palace, where many Elders were assembled, and as Zhou Yan entered, all the Elders' eyes, fervent and heated, fell upon Zhou Yan.

Currently, not to mention Zhou Yan's Soul Energy, already condensed into Dragon Emperor Soul Qi, others cannot see it, and even if they could, they would never consider Zhou Yan a wastrel.

"Body strength comparable to Tai Chu Heavenly Venerate Venerable Body, terrifying!"

"Soul Energy like Ancient Demon Dragon Dragon Soul! Vitality like an Emperor's domineering Emperor Blood. Potential is astonishing!"

"This child's future is limitless, achieving Nine Heavens Supreme as easily as a game. The hope of advancing further is also great!"

"Truly outstanding, and possesses good looks, many female cultivators in the Sect might be in trouble!"

"His demeanor is cold and determined, composed nature, seemingly values emotions heavily, so he possibly won't frantically harm Sect female disciples, at most might entangle with two or three, but even that is unlikely."

"Soul power like the sea, Soul Sea vast as the Great Domain, extraordinary, with potential for immortality!"

...

The Elders' various discussions were continuous and very pleasant to hear.

These words were not concealed from Zhou Yan, but spoken directly, audible to all cultivators.

The enormous reaction these evaluations caused was evident.

But exactly because of these evaluations, it more highlighted these Elders' broad minds and genuine care for the disciples—for at least, such evaluations were candid and without concealment, open and upright.

Zhou Yan slightly indicated with his gaze towards these Elders, his gaze without rebelliousness, instead carrying a sincere respect.

No matter what, these Elders in the Dark God Domain possess enough qualifications to be respected, because many cultivators entering the Outer Heaven Demon Battlefield from the Dark God Domain are disciples they taught.

For this reason alone, how could they not be worthy of respect?

Zhou Yan's gaze of respect, once sensed by these Elders, caused each Elder's eyes to be filled with joy, nodding one after another, faces radiant.

"Good, good disciple."

"Excellent character."

"Having courage! Bearing responsibility! Truly deserving of being a figure who caused Wenhua Palace to tremble and make it emit Immortal Light!"

"Understand basic respect, rare indeed! Truly admirable!"

The various praises echoed once more.

The Elders' approval was also very direct.

But in Wenhua Palace, no cultivator was dissatisfied.

Because the sensation Zhou Yan caused was truly too great.

Because of Zhou Yan's performance, even ancient strong individuals would appear in Wenhua Palace, guiding and instructing other cultivators.

For this reason alone, Zhou Yan also deserves respect!

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