Ye Xuan naturally wouldn't be soft-hearted to kill Zhang Heng, as it was no different from stomping an ant to death. However, Zhang Heng's vital energy was connected to the tiny cauldron, and the tiny cauldron was protecting him. If he wanted to kill Zhang Heng, then he had to suppress the tiny cauldron.
On the other hand, Ye Xuan estimated the might that the tiny cauldron had just erupted with. He would need to erupt with 80% of his cultivation to suppress the tiny cauldron. Zhang Heng wouldn't be a problem, but doing so would expose his identity.
A difficult problem was placed before Ye Xuan. Should he expose his cultivation and seize the tiny cauldron, or should he temporarily place the tiny cauldron in Zhang Heng's possession and find a suitable opportunity to secretly kill Zhang Heng and seize the tiny cauldron?
"You can be considered a figure to be able to receive an attack from this Emperor. However, I wonder how long you can last?"
Just when Ye Xuan was lost in thought, Zhang Heng roared cruelly. He was extremely confident in the tiny cauldron and didn't believe Ye Xuan was a match for the tiny cauldron at all. So, he withdrew the tiny cauldron once more and blasted it towards Ye Xuan.
"Be careful." Patriarch Nether River's expression changed greatly, and he hurriedly warned Ye Xuan.
Clang!
A towering explosion resounded as the wind and clouds changed. Ye Xuan's fist was like a flowing light of the heavens and the earth as it blasted the tiny cauldron away once more. However, his figure retreated once more. After all, he could only utilize 40% of his cultivation. Moreover, he'd executed a Buddhist Divine Ability, so he was naturally unable to display the might that he should possess.
"Good, good, good. Qing Ming, you're formidable as expected. Today, this Emperor will fight you for 300 rounds."
Zhang Heng's face was flushed red as he roared loudly. Gloomy light danced around his body as he controlled the tiny cauldron to charge towards Ye Xuan. Instantly, he and Ye Xuan were locked in battle, causing violent explosions to resound in the surrounding space. The terrifying scene created was extremely shocking.
Rumble!
Space collapsed as Fengdu City shook. A large number of buildings were transformed into ash while the members of the Underworld fled in a sorry state. The might that erupted from the battle between Ye Xuan and Zhang Heng was too terrifying. If they didn't dodge in time, they would suffer heavy injuries even if they didn't die.
Time passed bit by bit. Zhang Heng controlled the small cauldron to display its might. Although Ye Xuan did not fall into a disadvantageous position, the two of them continued to fight in a stalemate, unable to determine a victor.
Three days and three nights passed, yet Ye Xuan was still carefree from the beginning, whereas Zhang Heng was gasping for breath. It was because he'd exhausted too much of his cultivation, and even with the tiny cauldron in his possession, he was still unable to defeat Ye Xuan.
"What a good Buddha Qing Ming. Today, this Emperor still has important matters to attend to. I will let you off for now. In the future, I will definitely suppress you."
Zhang Heng boasted shamelessly and put away the small cauldron. Then, he glared at Ye Xuan fiercely and called for the three ghost emperors to turn into streaks of light and shoot out of Fengdu City.
Weng!
Ye Xuan strolled back in the void. Patriarch Nether River and the Emperor of Feng Du quickly welcomed him. The surrounding guests had already dispersed because of the battle between the two of them.
"Thank you, Daoist Qing Ming. If it weren't for your righteous help today, this Emperor would definitely have suffered a great calamity, and the Ghost Regions of Five Directions would have been ruled by Ye Xuan." The Emperor of Feng Du's face was full of gratitude as he constantly bowed to Ye Xuan.
"It's fine. It's just a small matter. After all, you told me about the Red Spider Lily. Wouldn't it be too heartless of me to sit back and do nothing?" Ye Xuan said with a slight smile.
"Feng Du will remember Daoist's kindness. Now that Zhang Heng has retreated, I believe he will be calm for a period of time. However, if this person is not eliminated, when the Red Spider Lily matures, he will definitely be a formidable opponent for us." Feng Du rolled his eyes, and there was a faint hint of instigation in his words.
Upon hearing Feng Du's words, Ye Xuan smiled slightly and did not reply. How could he not understand that Feng Du wanted him to have a life and death battle with Zhang Heng? If he could kill Zhang Heng, he would be able to regain control of the Ghost Regions of Five Directions.
"Feng Du, don't play tricks in front of us. Daoist Qing Ming and I have our own decisions." Patriarch Nether River coldly reprimanded. This also made Feng Du's expression change slightly. He forced a smile on his face and hurriedly apologized.
"You can leave first. Daoist Qing Ming and I have important matters to discuss," Patriarch Nether River said coldly.
"I'll take my leave."
The Emperor of Feng Du smiled awkwardly. A hint of shame and anger flashed in his eyes before he turned and left. Obviously, the two of them did not take him seriously at all. Naturally, the Emperor of Feng Du felt extremely uncomfortable. However, his cultivation was inferior to Ye Xuan and Feng Du, and he needed their protection, so he could only endure it.
"Hmph, this Feng Du still wants to sit on the mountain and watch the tigers fight. He should take a look at himself first," Patriarch Nether River said coldly as he watched the Emperor of Feng Du leave.
"He's just a clown. If it weren't for the fact that he still has some use, I would have killed him long ago," Ye Xuan said calmly.
"Feng Du is cunning by nature. However, with his cultivation, there's no need to pay too much attention to him. However, Feng Du is right. If we don't kill Zhang Heng, he will definitely be a formidable opponent for us." Patriarch Nether River frowned slightly.
"Formidable opponent?"
Ye Xuan smiled. His smile was very evil as if he had heard a joke.
"Hmm?"
Looking at the smile on Ye Xuan's face, Patriarch Nether River was stunned. Then, he suddenly came back to his senses as if he had understood something.
"That's right, that's right. You only used a Buddhist superpower just now. I'm afraid you didn't show your true cultivation. How could I have forgotten about that!" Patriarch Nether River slapped his forehead as he remembered who was standing in front of him.
Zhang Heng was indeed very strong with the mysterious little cauldron in his hand. However, who was Ye Xuan?
He was the Master of the Celestial Court and was also known as Ye Tiandi. Back then, he had trampled on the two great Demon Emperors and even escaped from the hands of the Two Sages of the West. How could a mere Zhang Heng be a match for Ye Xuan?
"Wait here. I'll be back soon."
Ye Xuan smiled slightly and disappeared with a step. This also made Patriarch Nether River smile sinisterly. He knew that Ye Xuan was definitely going to chase after Zhang Heng and that this person would definitely end up in an extremely miserable state.
…
Traversing through the boundless sky, Zhang Heng sat cross-legged in a black jade chariot with three Ghost Emperors beside him. Nine Yin Dragons pulled the black jade chariot as it rumbled through the sky.
"Your Majesty, that Qing Ming was actually able to tie with you just now. It seems that this person will definitely become a great enemy of ours. I'm afraid that when the Red Spider Lily blooms, he will definitely make a move to snatch it." Southern Ghost Emperor sighed softly.
"Yes, Your Majesty. This person's cultivation is unfathomable. Furthermore, Patriarch Nether River is with him. If the two of them join forces, I'm afraid we will be in a difficult battle." Western Ghost Emperor said worriedly.
"I've never heard of this Buddha Qing Ming. It's as if he suddenly appeared out of nowhere. Let me inquire about his origin and see what kind of background he has." Eastern Ghost Emperor Shen Tu said coldly.
"Hmph!"
Inside the black jade chariot, Zhang Heng gently stroked the small cauldron in his hand. The corner of his mouth curved into a cruel smile as he said, "This Qing Ming is indeed powerful. However, this Emperor has yet to display the true power of my treasure today. This Emperor is truly worried about Meng Po and the Cakravarti King. The two of them are the real enemies of this Emperor."
Hearing Zhang Heng's words, the three Ghost Emperors hurriedly bowed and said, "Your Majesty, with this treasure in your hands, even if Meng Po and the Cakravarti King appear, they will definitely not be Your Majesty's match."
As the saying goes, flattery will always work. Zhang Heng smiled proudly and said, "However, you are right. This Qing Ming is indeed troublesome. However, this Emperor doesn't put him in my eyes. When the time comes, if he really dares to make an enemy of this Emperor, he will definitely die in the hands of my treasure."
* Weng! *
Suddenly, a gust of wind blew over and the sky within a million miles suddenly darkened. Mysterious formation runes crisscrossed in all directions and strange black lightning flashed in the endless dark clouds.
"Hmm?"
Such a sudden situation startled Zhang Heng and the three Ghost Emperors. The nine Yin Dragons were rooted to the ground and constantly let out mournful cries as if there was something extremely terrifying in front of them that made them afraid to move forward.
"How dare you! Who dares to act mysterious in front of this Emperor?" Zhang Heng stood up and looked ahead, only to see a dark figure blocking his way.
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