CHAPTER 303: CHAPTER 298 DEMON SLAYING SUMMIT

Li Fan settled in the West Emperor Palace.

Outside a White Jade Hall, Li Fan sat with his eyes closed, resting. He could sense that there were many powerful auras within this West Emperor Palace.

The higher a cultivator’s realm, the more vigorous their life force. Even if they don’t emanate energy outwardly, they still project an invisible ’presence’. Therefore, a gathering place for many powerful cultivators would naturally have a formidable momentum, something he could not perceive when his cultivation was weaker at Li Mountain.

But now, his cultivation had reached the Ning Dan Realm, making these subtle senses increasingly pronounced, due to his growing Primordial Spirit and strengthening Divine Sense.

Behind Li Fan, several figures stood watching his cross-legged form closely, with a hint of surprise in their eyes at his flourishing life force.

Li Fan could sense the powerful aura of the cultivators in the West Emperor Palace, but they noticed the vigorous blood and energy emanating from him. Having reached the Golden Body in Martial Arts, his life force overflowed like a blazing sun. As his Martial Arts cultivation advanced, he approached the pinnacle of a Martial Arts Practitioner, reputedly capable of illuminating mountains and rivers with just his internal energy, said to be able to burn mountains and boil seas.

Of course, this was mere rumor. Whether such powerful Martial Arts Realm figures existed in today’s Da Li Dynasty was uncertain.

Sensing something, Li Fan opened his eyes and turned around to see several people approaching.

"Are we really cultivating here in the West Emperor Palace?" Luo Qingyan asked with a smile, "Though the West Emperor Palace has accepted us, Elder Nan, being the Law Enforcement Elder here, might still watch over you."

Having an enemy right under his nose was ultimately unsettling.

"We’re here to slay demons," Li Fan replied, unafraid of Nan Chen’s scheming.

"Alright, in any case, elder sister will accompany you to the end," Luo Qingyan said with a charming smile, having decided to stick with Li Fan.

For a loose cultivator, this gamble might lead to a promising future.

"Lu Yuan." Li Fan looked at the beautiful figure beside him and said, "I heard mentions of the Sun and Moon Dual Palace in the West Emperor Palace. This crisis of demons might involve them sooner or later. While the West Emperor Palace is calm for now, strive to break through to the Ning Dan Realm soon."

They currently had plenty of cultivation resources, and Lu Yuan’s level was approaching. With effort, there was a chance to step into the Ning Dan Realm, likely facing the Moon Palace in the future.

Luo Qingyan glanced at Lu Yuan with slight curiosity, wondering why the Sun and Moon Dual Palace’s involvement warranted a special reminder to Lu Yuan.

Could it be...

However, Luo Qingyan understood not to pry unnecessarily, knowing the truth would eventually come to light.

The identity of these few people was mysterious, yet their background significant.

At that moment, two figures flew through the air from a distance, glancing over at Li Fan and his group as they passed. One of them, with cold eyes filled with hatred, was Song Siyu.

Beside her was a man, her fellow disciple Liu Liangchen, who also possessed extraordinary bearing, with a cultivation of the Mid Stage of Condensed Core, exuding an aura of authority.

Like Song Siyu, he was also a Sword Cultivator; both practiced the Sword Dao and were under the tutelage of the same elder.

Despite the distance, Li Fan could still sense the sharpness in their eyes, as if an invisible Sword Intent flowed between them. Li Fan glanced indifferently at them, paying little mind.

However, since the Great Elder had already accepted Li Fan into the West Emperor Palace, Liu Liangchen would naturally do nothing. They merely passed by, and after leaving, Liu Liangchen remarked, "Junior Sister, though harboring enmity, this kid is exceptionally talented. You should be wary and not act rashly."

"I understand, thank you, Senior Brother," Song Siyu replied in a soft voice, appearing somewhat downcast.

"But Junior Sister needn’t worry. Though he’s gifted, his arrogance will lead to his downfall. Killing Junior Brother Nan and offending Elder Nan while brazenly coming to the West Emperor Palace shows his disregard for others," Liu Liangchen said. "He will surely pay the price for his arrogance."

After they left, Luo Qingyan remarked with a smile, "Song Siyu indeed has her ways."

"After all, we are in the West Emperor Palace," Li Fan said indifferently.

In the days that followed, Li Fan and his group cultivated in the West Emperor Palace, relatively undisturbed.

Meanwhile, the situation in the islands of the West Sea domain was changing dramatically. With sea demons attacking various islands, the cultivators on those islands abandoned many, retreating to the main islands with human settlements, one being West Emperor Island.

Additionally, more cultivators from the mainland arrived to provide support, having heard of the sea demon uprising and coming to slay them.

Among them were some great cultivators.

Now, the number of cultivators gathering on West Emperor Island was steadily increasing.

One day, West Emperor Island was abuzz with a piece of news spreading like wildfire.

The West Emperor Palace planned to hold the Demon Slaying Summit, joining hands with various cultivators to slay demons.

Li Fan, cultivating in the West Emperor Palace, received the news too.

"Demon Slaying Summit?" Li Fan looked at Meng Hong and Luo Qingyan.

"Yes," Meng Hong nodded, "The West Emperor Palace has already released the news, causing a stir across West Emperor Island. This summit is directed at cultivators all over the Da Li realm, calling for those from the four seas to join in slaying demons. Besides the West Emperor Palace, many notable figures are expected, like the emissaries from the Sun and Moon Dual Palace."

As Meng Hong spoke, Luo Qingyan glanced at Lu Yuan but saw her expression remained unchanged, revealing nothing.

"This grandly organized Demon Slaying Summit seems like an attempt by the West Emperor Palace to rally cultivators from all over under their command. However, will the cultivators from all over obey their orders just because they participate?" Li Fan asked.

"Which is why it’s not just the West Emperor Palace involved; the emissaries from the Sun and Moon Dual Palace also participate, significantly rallying the sea domain’s cultivators. Additionally, the summit offers many rewards, such as opportunities to join the West Emperor Palace, and even the Sun and Moon Palaces, along with many treasures," Meng Hong explained.

He continued, "The visiting cultivators were already intent on slaying demons. With leading powers calling them and rewarding them handsomely, they can push this summit forward, enhancing cohesion."

Li Fan nodded slightly. Though many cultivators came and went, they were essentially scattered. The power of the West Emperor Palace and other main forces was insufficient alone, hence their goal to unify everyone for a bid against the sea demons.

The cohesion of the demons he witnessed that day was indeed stronger than that of human cultivators.

"When will it be held?" Li Fan asked.

"The news is out, but no specific date is set. It will likely happen soon, once the news spreads and more cultivators arrive," Meng Hong replied.

As they anticipated, the news quickly spread like wildfire across West Emperor Island.

Days later, in West Emperor Island’s town, every street and alley was abuzz with discussions on the matter.

Overhead, cultivators could be seen flying through the air ceaselessly.

"Recently, there have been more and more visiting cultivators. The sea domain’s practitioners are gathering here; the long-quiet West Emperor Island seems poised for a grand event."

"Indeed, I’ve heard that the master of West Flame Island will also send someone, possibly recruiting disciples." Someone sighed, "Now, sword cultivators from all parts of the sea domain are coming, even many from the mainland."

"The master of West Flame Island has always practiced incognito, known only because of their disciple. Legend has it they’re a top Great Sword Cultivator of the Seven Realms, with Sword Dao skills on par with those ranked among the top ten Sword Saints. Their recruitment will drive sword cultivators to madness."

"Look over there." At that moment, someone pointed skyward, prompting many around to look up, seeing a grand procession in the air, led by figures with formidable presences.

"Great Cultivators with Sixth Realm Dao Bodies, who are these people?" someone asked.

"Those official robes, they belong to the Yazhou Governor Mansion. Could it be the Yazhou Prefect?"

"It seems the Da Li Court has also arrived, intending to participate in the West Sea demon-slaying."

Slaying demons has always been a court responsibility.

Though it’s unclear if the West Emperor Palace and other sea powers ’welcome’ the court’s involvement.

"The court has arrived too?" Li Fan asked in the West Emperor Palace upon hearing the news.

"Yes," Luo Qingyan nodded, "Just now, the Yazhou Prefect set foot in the West Emperor Palace, welcomed by an elder from within."

Li Fan’s brows slightly furrowed. He didn’t like the court, and moreover, the court presented trouble for him too.

However, things were certainly becoming quite lively.