The peak-tier Dao Weapon of the Sword Sect is named the ‘Dao Jue Wu Hui Blade’ (Blade of Dao’s End, No Retreat). Naming itself after a blade signifies that its Dao path is severed; thus, once drawn, the sword permits no return.

The very name exudes an intensely sharp and formidable aura. A full two hundred individuals arrayed themselves in two formations on the port side of the fleet: the Tian Gan Bei Dou Wu Hui Sword Formation.

As the formation stabilized, two unparalleled, piercing sword intents immediately swept across all directions! The Buddhist Dao Soldiers, in contrast, comprised two hundred and forty Protector Vajras.

In terms of raw combat power, they were certainly inferior to Zong Shou’s Source Sea Demon Slayers and the Sword Sect’s Dao Jue Wu Hui Blades. However, the formation they assumed was extraordinary.

It was called the ‘Maha Prajna Formation,’ and within its completed structure, continuous Sanskrit chants resonated, and countless lotus flowers bloomed. All the Protector Vajras maintained serene expressions, as if that area had instantly transformed into a pure Buddhist Pure Land.

“Beyond the Tian Fang World, all passage for Sky Ship cultivators within a thirty-breath immortal realm escape velocity is forbidden. Those who violate this order shall be executed without mercy!” Having uttered this simply, Zong Shou then smiled, turning his gaze towards the Venerable Qu Fuchen opposite him.

“I didn’t quite catch that earlier. I wonder what Venerable Qu said?

Could you repeat it for me?” Qu Fuchen sucked in a sharp breath, looking at the three grand formations of peak-tier Dao Soldiers standing beside Zong Shou. It wasn’t just the Dao Jue Wu Hui Blades and the Protector Vajras; hundreds of Earth-tier Dao Soldiers were also forming up.

Inferior to the former two, yet even a single hundred-person formation could contend with a peak Divine Realm expert. Qu Fuchen felt his scalp tingle, and a chill pierced his heart.

He secretly counted his blessings that he hadn't been careless this time, otherwise, he would have been forced into a hasty retreat. Now, he was helpless.

He could only restate his previous words: “The Tian Fang Cultivation Association possesses a millennium of accumulation and formidable strength. With the backing of our various factions, how could your Lord be able to shake it easily?

If your Lord brings an army only to suffer losses and return empty-handed, wouldn't that tarnish the Great Qian's prestige, making things worse? This is not what a wise person would do.

This time, Qu Fuchen has been entrusted by the Seven Sages Alliance, the Profound Spirit Cultivation Association, the Myriad Degree Demonic Court, and the Sea Bloom Immortal Alliance to persuade your two sides to cease hostilities. In this world, peace is paramount.

I advise the Lord not to lead yourself astray—” Just as he finished speaking, pinpricks of light and shadow suddenly flickered in the distant void. Upon closer inspection, dozens of Earth-tier warships of various designs were traversing the space.

And at least fourteen Saint Realm auras simultaneously surged up from all directions, seemingly echoing Qu Fuchen’s words from afar. Their imposing presence was so powerful it seemed capable of obscuring heaven and earth.

They all permeated the area, firmly locking down the dozen-plus Sky Ships on this side. The corner of Zong Shou’s mouth twitched, then he shook his head: “So you came to mediate.

But why does what I hear sound more like a threat? If I do not withdraw my troops today, are you preparing to join forces against the Great Qian?

Are you attempting to suppress me with sheer force?” Qu Fuchen remained silent, essentially admitting the charge. His true intention was indeed to threaten, but he was mindful of Zong Shou's dignity, keeping his words as veiled as possible.

So what if it was suppressing with force? In this world, power reigns supreme; it mattered little what Zong Shou thought or said.

The Great Qian Immortal Dynasty already controlled over seventy worlds. If they were to occupy the Tian Fang World as well, their momentum would be unstoppable!

Therefore, under no circumstances could this person be allowed to succeed! Even if this individual was the First Crown Prince of the Lu Family’s Sky-Burning Sacred Court, he could not afford to hesitate.

If they feared the might of the Sky-Burning Sacred Court and dared not offend, wouldn't the Lu Family have already unified this region long ago? Then, Zong Shou’s expression turned cold, and he spoke in a chilling voice: “Haven’t I already sent envoys to state the terms for peace?

Cede the Tian Fang World and hand over those few main culprits. This matter can be concluded then—” Before his words had fully landed, Qu Fuchen interrupted him: “The Tian Fang World is the foundation of the Tian Fang Cultivation Association.

Your Lord’s terms are truly excessive. In my estimation, what your Lord said is utterly absurd, impractical, and excessively greedy!” He hesitated slightly, deliberating for a moment before speaking again: “If your Lord believes I, Qu Fuchen, am issuing a threat, so be it!

If your Lord insists on proceeding recklessly today, then please be prepared to make enemies of my Seven Sages Alliance, the Profound Spirit Cultivation Association, the Myriad Degree Demonic Court, and the Sea Bloom Immortal Alliance! Should war break out then, it will surely cause immense suffering and become an unending conflict.

It will not be something you all can simply stop—” Since the ruler of the Great Qian Immortal Dynasty was being so obtuse, he might as well lay the current situation bare. He could now see that this Great Qian monarch was either engaging in small talk to buy time to formulate a strategy, or searching for a way to save face.

Now that he had guessed it, how could he, Qu Fuchen, comply with his wishes? As these words were spoken, not only Zong Shou, but everyone aboard the Sky Ships showed a change in expression.

Feng Taiji sighed, knowing that Zong Shou was usually a man disinclined toward lengthy discourse. His patience in speaking with this man today must have a purpose.

Indeed, Venerable Qu Fuchen had fallen right into the trap. The next moment, Zong Shou was heard laughing softly as he turned his head, with a hint of coercion in his tone: “Remember the order I just issued?

Beyond the Tian Fang World, all passage within a thirty-breath immortal realm escape velocity is forbidden—” Before the sentence was finished, a sharp shout echoed from the void beyond that thirty-breath immortal realm escape velocity. “Those who violate this order shall be executed without mercy!” Looking toward the sound, a supremely dazzling sword light erupted suddenly.

It followed the dozen or so Earth-tier warships slowly approaching the Tian Fang World and charged straight towards them. The light scattered and enveloped those warships instantly.

Seven-colored protective shields immediately rose on the warships, resisting with all their might. Many Dao Soldiers also rushed out from the vessels, instantly forming great arrays to jointly withstand the fierce sword edge.

The surrounding latent Saint Realm auras immediately stirred restlessly. But at this moment, a cold snort echoed again through the void—it was Ao Yi, whose location was currently unknown.

Yet, that mere snort seemed to drop the temperature of this boundary river by thirty percent. Ao Kun, abandoning all pretense, also revealed his figure outside the twenty-breath Divine Realm escape velocity, hovering in the void.

His handsome face was wreathed in a beaming smile. “At the request of my brother Shou, passage here is forbidden today.

Anyone who objects can fight me, Ao Kun. Naturally, if your foundation is damaged, do not blame me, Ao Kun.” Those dozen-plus Saint Realm auras all paused slightly, though they remained agitated.

Several of them were already perilously close to where the sword light originated. In that brief span, under the impact of the sword deluge, a full three Earth-tier warships shattered completely.

A figure in a blue robe, utterly unfazed by the surrounding Saint Realm Venerables who were clearly ready to strike, slightly reined in the sword light, revealing himself. With a smile in his eyes, he nodded respectfully toward Zong Shou.

“Sikong Fou of the Sword Sect arrives late; I beg your Lord’s pardon! Following your Lord’s command, passage beyond the Tian Fang World within a thirty-breath immortal realm escape velocity is forbidden today!

Those who violate this order shall be executed without mercy!” Before his words concluded, another figure arrived from a different direction, strolling forth. “My junior brother’s strike still held a warning, perhaps being too soft-hearted!

Heh heh! Once war begins, it will inevitably lead to devastation, an endless struggle with our Great Qian.

But you, the four factions of the Seven Sages Alliance, the Profound Spirit Cultivation Association, the Myriad Degree Demonic Court, and the Sea Bloom Immortal Alliance? What great audacity!” Before this person, there were also more than ten Earth-tier warships.

Without him making any apparent move, four of the warships beside his path unexpectedly exploded with resounding booms. Fortunately, two nearby Saint Realm cultivators, who had not shown themselves, used their Dharma power in time to shield all the remaining warships.

The clash of forces instantly created turbulent waves, scattering sword auras wildly. This person ignored it completely and advanced another ten paces before halting.

“Ren Dong of the Sword Sect, greetings to the Lord! Following the Sect Master’s orders to serve the King of the Great Qian.

I have been here for some time; this fellow’s words truly grate on the nerves!” He swept his gaze across the void with a cold, contemptuous smile. There were at least sixteen Saint Realm cultivators gathered here.

The number was significant, but he wondered if they dared step forward to fight? Mere rats, not even worth a sneer!

The void immediately fell silent. At this moment, with only four Saint Realms from Zong Shou’s side revealed, they already possessed the momentum to suppress the entire scene.

The imposing pressure created by the joint effort of the dozen-plus opposing Saints was shattered and utterly nullified. But the very next moment, a Buddhist chant of ‘Immeasurable Beginning and End’ echoed from another section of the void.

A monk appeared just as unexpectedly, stepping on lotus flowers to stand in the air. “In accordance with the promise of the Great Qian Immortal Dynasty’s Sovereign, this Tian Fang World shall become one of our Buddhist sanctified grounds.

The Buddha has already issued a decree, ordering me to establish a Small Brahma Temple within this realm. Are your preceding words perhaps suggesting you wish to send us Buddhists away empty-handed?

This truly puts me in a difficult position—” As his voice faded, this monk also offered a distant salute to Zong Shou. “Lenga of the Buddhist Sect, blessed by the merit and fruition of a Buddhist Bodhisattva.

Following the Buddha’s will, I shall assist the State Preceptor in resolving difficulties for the Lord.” Immediately following him, another monk manifested on the opposite side. “Miaodi of the Buddhist Sect, pays respects to the Lord!” This Bodhisattva, whose beauty surpassed even that of a woman, also arrived treading upon lotuses.

“To obstruct the shining of our Buddhist light here, Miaodi cannot but fight desperately. Brother Qu’s words are indeed infuriating.

An unending conflict? So be it then!” Miaodi’s voice was exquisitely pleasant, and simultaneously, clusters of seven-colored lotus flowers bloomed beneath the Sky Ships near him.

Seemingly harmless and exceedingly beautiful, they caused the sturdy Earth-tier warships to emit creaking sounds, and minute cracks began to appear and spread across their hulls. “Our teaching dislikes taking life, but even the Buddha possesses deluded wrath, and also has Wrathful Vajras!

I grant you ten breaths to withdraw from this place! After ten breaths, it will be as the Lord decreed—beyond the Tian Fang World, all passage within a thirty-breath immortal realm escape velocity is forbidden.

Those who violate this order shall be executed without mercy! At that time, do not claim I failed to warn you; punishment without prior notice!” After speaking, he apologized to Zong Shou: “Little Buddha truly abhors killing.

I have taken the liberty to act today; I beg the Lord’s forgiveness—” Zong Shou smiled, unconcerned. The Buddhist Sect was always like this—procrastinating and unwilling to act decisively.

Otherwise, how could they possess strength comparable to the combined might of the Daoist Sword Sect, yet be forced into such a predicament?