"Xi Junyi, I invited Lin Xuan here. I order you to release him immediately!"
"Saint, this person might be a fake. I just want to confirm —"
"Hmph! Cut the crap. Don't think I don't know what you're thinking! If there's a next time, I'll make you pay the price even with my big brother's protection! Release him immediately! "
"..."
Ji Wenfeng and Xi Junyi's quarrel could be heard from outside.
Lin Xuan didn't stay in the ice cage for too long. A moment later, a space door appeared in front of him.
Lin Xuan stepped through the door, and his eyes widened. He walked out of the cage and appeared on a vast ice river.
"This is the Demon Sealing Ravine?"
Lin Xuan stood on the ice river with a surprised expression.
The ice river was more than 50 kilometers wide and unfathomably deep. On both sides were steep crimson rock walls that were unknown how high they were. The further one went, the wider it got. The sky was shrouded in clouds.
Although there was no sunlight, there were countless glowing objects in the ice river. They were like resplendent pearls, making this world not dark but very bright.
However, the ice river was exceptionally cold. A gust of cold wind blew, cutting one's body like a knife. It was so cold that it penetrated one's heart.
At that moment, the Fire Demon Pearl in Lin Xuan's arms was emitting an even stronger heat to resist the approaching cold.
Lin Xuan also finally understood why Shui Qianxun gave him the Fire Demon Pearl. In this Demon Sealing Ravine, without the Fire Demon Pearl to resist the cold, even a Heavenly Transformation Stage cultivator wouldn't be able to last long.
At the same time, Lin Xuan also felt a vague pressure from the ice river below his feet. It was grand, evil, and ruthless.
It was as if there were countless powerful demons hidden in the ice river that could jump out and devour people at any time. It made one's heart palpitate.
"Hahahaha! Lin Xuan, you're finally here! I knew you wouldn't disappoint me! "
A hearty laugh could be heard.
It was Ji Wenfeng, accompanied by two young men, who descended from the sky and strode over.
Lin Xuan shook his head with a smile and teased, "It's not easy to come to your invitation!"
Ji Wenfeng rubbed his nose and smiled bitterly with an ashamed expression. "Lin Xuan, speaking of which, I was negligent. Actually, there is a transportation formation that leads directly to Demon Sealing Ravine from the Central Plains. The person I sent to invite you did not explain clearly, causing you to take a detour."
Lin Xuan said with a faint smile, "Alright, since you're so honest, I'll forgive you. However, you have to compensate me!"
"Hahaha! Sure, you'll definitely be satisfied! I've prepared some good wine to welcome you back. Please! "
"Please!"
The few of them rose into the air and flew forward.
Not seeing each other for a few years, Ji Wenfeng's cultivation had already reached the middle level of the Heavenly Transformation Realm. This cultivation speed could be considered extremely fast.
However, the biggest change was Ji Wenfeng's temperament.
In the past, Ji Wenfeng was free and easy, giving people a feeling of elegance and elegance.
But today's Ji Wenfeng revealed a bit of confidence and sharpness, like an unsheathed sword. There seemed to be something else.
Lin Xuan deliberately paid attention to the two people behind Ji Wenfeng. He saw that one of them had an arrogant expression, while the other had an unfathomable expression. They looked at him with a somewhat scrutinizing gaze, but did not reveal any obvious hostility.
Lin Xuan did not ask Ji Wenfeng about Xi Junyi. He believed that if Ji Wenfeng was willing to talk, he wouldn't need to ask.
The Flame Devil Path and Shadow Devil Path's buildings were very unique. They were all caves dug into the walls on both sides of the ice river.
However, the current Demon Sealing Ravine was not only guarded by people from the Flame Devil Path and Shadow Devil Path. There was also a considerable portion of people from the Imperial Path's Slave Ji Sect.
Ji Wenfeng led Lin Xuan to her residence. Just as they entered, Lin Xuan suddenly felt the surrounding temperature change. There was no bone-chilling cold, instead it was somewhat hot.
Eight beautiful maids stood by the door, respectfully greeting the host and guests with delicate voices. The scene was pleasing to the eyes and heart.
As Ji Wenfeng led the way, she smiled and explained to Lin Xuan, "This Demon Sealing Ravine is the place where the world's extreme cold and extreme heat converge. This space is a natural space formed by the violent exchange of cold and heat. Therefore, the ice river is extremely cold, and the cliff is extremely hot."
Lin Xuan suddenly understood, "So that's how it is. But I wonder, under the ice river …"
Ji Wenfeng smiled, "This place is called the Demon Sealing Ravine. Naturally, under the ice river are sealed ancient demons. Among them are the Flame Devil Heavenly Prince and Shadow Devil Ancestor. Speaking of which, our Flame Devil Path and Shadow Devil Path have a deep relationship with these two Devil Race masters."
Ji Wenfeng's residence was extremely spacious, and the decorations were extremely luxurious. It was not inferior to a mortal emperor's palace. Inside, there were groups of servants and maids as many as the clouds. Incense filled the air, and spiritual flowers and herbs could be seen everywhere. It was like a celestial paradise.
Ji Wenfeng arranged an elegant courtyard for Lin Xuan. She ordered the maids to help Lin Xuan bathe and change his clothes, washing away the dust on his body.
After half an hour, Lin Xuan, who had changed into a white robe, was brought to a garden by the maids.
In the middle of the beautiful garden, there was a high platform with railings. A banquet was set up on the platform. Ji Wenfeng and the other two young cultivators had already taken their seats.
Seeing Lin Xuan arrive, the three stood up. Ji Wenfeng welcomed him with a big smile, "Lin Xuan, quickly take a seat. Everyone has been waiting for you."
"My apologies for keeping everyone waiting."
Lin Xuan nodded and sat down in his seat.
Ji Wenfeng pointed at a tall, handsome, and elegant young man and introduced him to Lin Xuan, "Lin Xuan, allow me to introduce you. This is Feng Yunfei, the young master of the Black Lion Alliance of the Luo Region. He is also my junior brother."
Lin Xuan cupped his hands and said politely, "So it's Brother Feng. Nice to meet you!"
"Lord Lin, I've heard a lot about you!" Feng Yunfei smiled arrogantly.
The Luo Region was located in the Western Regions of the Central Plains. The Black Lion Alliance was also the largest force in the Luo Region. However, it had nothing to do with the Saint Lotus Path.
However, Lin Xuan's fame was extremely great now. As long as there were people who mingled in the martial arts world, there were not many who did not know of Lin Xuan's name.
Feng Yunfei was obviously familiar with the rumors about Lin Xuan. However, as a martial arts genius, he also had his own pride and confidence.
Ji Wenfeng pointed at another thin, indifferent young man and said, "Lin Xuan, this is the young master of the Daoyuan Sect of the Qian Region, Zhao Zixiang. He is also my best friend."
"I've heard a lot about you!"
"Nice to meet you!"
Lin Xuan and Zhao Zixiang greeted each other.
From Zhao Zixiang's performance, this person should be very shrewd and good at scheming. This kind of person should not be underestimated. Lin Xuan paid a little attention and found that Zhao Zixiang's eyes hid a trace of deep vigilance when looking at him.
Ji Wenfeng raised his cup and said, "Today, I am deeply honored that everyone is not afraid of danger and came from afar. This first cup of wine is for the three of you!"
"Cheers!"
After everyone got to know each other, they began to eat and drink. As they drank, they chatted about interesting things in the martial arts world.
Ji Wenfeng was good at dancing and talking, making the atmosphere of the banquet very harmonious. After a few cups of wine, everyone gradually became familiar with each other.
However, everyone was just eating, drinking, and chatting. As for the purpose of coming and the reason, no one mentioned it.
When they were almost done drinking, Ji Wenfeng ordered the banquet to be cleared and served spiritual tea before he began to talk about the main topic.
Ji Wenfeng's gaze swept across Lin Xuan, Feng Yunfei, and Zhao Zixiang's faces. He cupped his hands and said, "The three of you, I'm sure you have already guessed the reason why I invited you here!"
Lin Xuan and the other two's faces became serious. They looked at Ji Wenfeng and listened attentively.
Ji Wenfeng's eyes flickered, and his voice was slightly excited as he said, "Right now, the outside world should be talking about the competition for the ownership of the Mortal Sovereign Sword and the competition for the patriarch of the Ji Family. In fact, this is the same problem.
In our Ji Family, whoever controls the Mortal Sovereign Sword is the patriarch.
To tell you the truth, the previous patriarch of our Ji Family is about to step down, and the Ji Family will be selecting the next patriarch not long from now. At the same time, it will also be selecting the next owner for the Mortal Sovereign Sword.
As a direct descendant of the Ji Family, I, Ji Wenfeng, am ranked in the top five of the Ji Family's younger generation, and I have a very high chance of being selected by the Mortal Sovereign Sword.
Everyone, all of you are peerless geniuses, top figures in the younger generation of the world. I invited the three of you here this time because I hope that the three of you will be able to lend me a hand in the test not long from now.
If I, Ji Wenfeng, am able to become the owner of the Mortal Sovereign Sword and become the patriarch of the Ji Clan, all of you will obtain enormous fortuitous encounters from it. The powers behind all of you will obtain enormous benefits as well. "
Lin Xuan, Feng Yunfei, and Zhao Zixiang had different expressions when they heard this.
Feng Yunfei was unable to conceal the excitement in his heart, and he immediately cupped his hands and said, "Don't worry Senior Brother, I'll surely do my best to assist you to succeed in seizing the throne and become the supreme figure in the world!"
Zhao Zixiang hesitated slightly before cupping his hands and expressing his stance. "If Brother Ji intends to compete for it, then I'm willing to lead the way!"
"Good! I, Ji Wenfeng, am eternally grateful to both of you for having such intentions! "Ji Wenfeng spoke with a heroic smile.
After that, his gaze looked towards Lin Xuan.
At this moment, Lin Xuan's expression was slightly strange.
He held the teacup as he sized Ji Wenfeng up with a playful gaze, and it caused Ji Wenfeng to be slightly uncomfortable.
"Lin Xuan, what exactly do you mean by this?" Ji Wenfeng urged.
"Hehe."
Lin Xuan laughed strangely and said, "Old Ji, you really concealed it deeply!"
Eh?
Ji Wenfeng was stunned for a moment, and then he smiled bitterly and said, "Lin Xuan, don't make fun of me. It's not that I concealed it deeply enough. I was clearly forced to do this, alright!"
The greatest difference between today's Ji Wenfeng and five years ago was that he had an additional thing called ambition.
This kind of ambition was not only aimed at strength, but also power.
This undoubtedly indicated that Ji Wenfeng was walking on the path of becoming an ambitious and ruthless person.
However, in Lin Xuan's view, Ji Wenfeng's ambition was still somewhat insufficient. Just as he said, this kind of ambition of his was forced out, and it did not come from his nature.
Perhaps it was some things that he experienced these few years that caused his temperament to change.
Lin Xuan smiled and said, "I, Lin Xuan, don't have many brothers. You're one of them. If I don't help you, who else can I help?"
"That's great! Haha, I knew you would agree! "Ji Wenfeng was overjoyed.
In his opinion, among the three helpers he invited, although Feng Yunfei and Zhao Zixiang could be considered as outstanding martial dao prodigies who dominated a prefecture, they were still far inferior to a monster like Lin Xuan.
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