Golden Daoist's killing intent permeated the air.
He had suffered too great a loss this time.
If not for the greater good, for the sake of the final order, Tian Ce, he would never have stopped.
He vowed to kill.
But now that he had stopped, he did not wish to continue.
These three were very strong.
Currently, Order Tian Ce was the most important matter.
The anger from earlier was suppressed.
If they continued to fight, others would only benefit.
"Hmph."
At this moment, the cold snort of the Illusion Sect was heard.
The icy voice echoed through the heavens and earth: "How much longer do you two intend to watch?"
He was questioning Qian Si and Wu Xing.
The two Dao Lords simply watched from afar, seemingly engrossed.
"Tsk tsk."
Wu Xing smacked his lips and shook his head. "No fun."
With that, his figure rapidly vanished.
Qian Si said nothing, and his figure also vanished.
Although the two had not moved, their attention had never left, their subtle attention always lingering on their group.
The Illusion Sect and others were aware of this.
However, they said nothing.
There was nothing they could do; after all, they were on someone else's territory.
They couldn't possibly pick a fight with the two overlords first, could they?
"Let's go."
Seeing that there was no more spectacle to behold, the Lord of Light no longer wished to waste time.
"Hmph."
Golden Daoist let out a cold snort.
He was expressing his displeasure.
Of course, it was directed at the Lord of Light.
"Let's go."
The Illusion Sect gave Golden Daoist a look, and Golden Daoist immediately fell silent.
However, on the other side, Chen Fan and the other two did not move.
"Why are you here?" Chen Fan asked Dragon King.
"I sensed two ninth-tier auras, targeting the Ninth Earth. I immediately guessed it had something to do with you."
Dragon King explained, "Regardless, the current life of the Chaos Clan of the Tenth Earth is thanks to you. I will not forget this favor, this Dragon King."
He had come to help.
"Thank you."
Chen Fan cupped his fists.
Dragon King had come to his aid simply upon sensing two ninth-tier auras.
This was a debt of gratitude he had to acknowledge.
"Heh."
Dragon King chuckled, appearing nonchalant.
Ever since the Chaos Clan had settled in the Tenth Earth, Dragon King had become much more cheerful.
He was no longer the perpetually enraged individual he once was.
"What do we do next?" Dragon King asked.
"Order Tian Ce."
Facing Sword Master and Dragon King, Chen Fan did not conceal anything. "The Light Lord possesses something I need. I need to help him obtain Order Tian Ce to exchange for what I require."
"Mm."
Dragon King said nothing.
Sword Master, however, spoke gravely, "The hearts of the three opposite are not united. Perhaps our situation is not as difficult as it seems."
"I know."
Chen Fan nodded.
The three on the opposing side also had their internal conflicts.
He could see that.
After a moment of contemplation, he said, "Order Tian Ce does not necessarily have to be given to them."
"Hmm?"
Dragon King and Sword Master exchanged glances.
But they said nothing, only nodding to each other.
In any case, they were here to help; the decision rested with Chen Fan.
"Let's go."
At this moment, Golden Daoist grumbled again, his voice filled with displeasure.
These three had completely ignored them while they were speaking.
This made him very angry.
He, a dignified ninth-tier being, was repeatedly disregarded.
He was furious.
The Illusion Sect was also starting to get unhappy.
The pressure of a ninth-tier being could not be disrespected. Wisps of Dao power spread out, filling the heavens and earth.
The icy voice rang out: "Until when do you intend to stall?"
Beside him, the Lord of Light took a step back.
"Heh heh."
The Lord of Light wore a smile on his face.
He said nothing, simply stepping back.
Chen Fan raised an eyebrow, looked at the Illusion Sect, and smiled, "We had an agreement for an equal exchange. This City Lord is not your subordinate. Do not issue commands to this City Lord. Do you... understand?"
In the last two words, Chen Fan's tone intensified.
His eyes held a hint of defiance.
Do you understand?
Boom!
The Illusion Sect's aura instantly ignited.
The icy voice echoed through the heavens and earth: "Kid, are you challenging me?"
"So what if I am?"
Chen Fan did not retreat an inch, facing the Illusion Sect directly. "The one I am trading with is the Light Lord. As for you... what right do you have to command this City Lord to do anything?"
"What, do you want to fight?"
He continued to sneer, his gaze then swept over Golden Daoist beside him, and he said coldly, "If you're not convinced, you two can come at me together. Let's see if this City Lord can handle it."
Thump.
Sword Master and Dragon King simultaneously took a step forward.
The three stood together, facing the Illusion Sect's oppressive aura.
The atmosphere once again turned solemn.
Boom.
An invisible storm collided between the two sides.
The chaotic space began to warp, and an aura of destruction spread.
The Illusion Sect's eyes were filled with killing intent, while Chen Fan and the other two were brimming with fighting spirit.
Golden Daoist showed no intention of attacking, merely standing by.
He seemed to be waiting for something.
After a long while...
"Heh."
The Illusion Sect suddenly laughed.
His powerful aura vanished instantly.
A hint of a smile appeared on his face. "Indeed... since it is the Lord of Light who is cooperating with City Lord Chen, I was too hasty."
He retreated.
The Illusion Sect, a dignified ninth-tier Great Emperor, actually chose to take a step back.
This was quite interesting.
"Uh..."
Not only Chen Fan and the other two were stunned, but even the Lord of Light was taken aback.
This was... not right.
The Illusion Sect had actually retreated.
The Lord of Light's expression was inscrutable. At this moment, only he could step forward.
The stalemate had been broken. The Lord of Light spoke, "City Lord Chen, since that is the case, let us go."
"...Alright." He agreed.
Since a fight was not brewing, there was no point in staying any longer.
Seeing this, the Lord of Light breathed a sigh of relief.
This City Lord Chen was truly not an easy person to deal with, always ready for a fight.
He couldn't stand it.
"Buzz."
The power of light erupted, and his figure slowly distorted.
The Illusion Sect glanced at Chen Fan, smiled slightly, and his figure then distorted... and vanished.
Golden Daoist followed suit.
"We're leaving, haha."
Chen Fan laughed heartily. His Great Dao swept out, gathering Old Demon Chu, Wu Sheng, and Luo Ran, and they vanished from the spot.
Dragon King and Sword Master did the same, their figures disappearing.
...
"They've left?"
Qian Si Dao Lord opened his eyes.
The auras of the group had vanished without a trace.
Wu Xing Dao Lord also sensed it, his tone tinged with a hint of gloom. "You say... they gathered at the Ninth Earth, why?"
"Why?"
Qian Si's cold gaze asked, "What do you think?"
"...Order Tian Ce?"
"Absolutely."
Qian Si Dao Lord said gravely, "In the past, Lord Lei escaped the encirclement of many powers, but he was severely injured. Although we were certain that Lord Lei had not taken Order Tian Ce with him, some speculated that he had obtained information about it."
"Later, Lord Lei disappeared. Do you think... where has he been for these million years?"
"Dead."
Wu Xing Dao Lord spoke, "The Light Lord has a deep feud with him and would never let such a good opportunity pass."