Martial Conquest of the Nine Desolates
Chapter 599 - 585: Step into the Sky

Chapter 599: Chapter 585: Step into the Sky

These two elders dressed in brocade robes hail from an intermediate-level sect in Central State, both capable as Emperor Realm Martial Artists. However, they are far from attaining the title of Titled Emperor Martial, let alone comparing themselves to the Holy Palace Master of the Taiyi Palace.

Their appearance here was spurred by seeing Xiao Ye not receiving due attention in the Taiyi Palace, prompting them to speak out, aiming to forge a closer relationship with the Taiyi Palace.

After all, they acutely understand that for a sect to develop, it needs the infusion of powerful geniuses; Xiao Ye is obviously such a genius. They believe that once the Holy Palace Master learns of his attainment in the Martial Arts Extreme Realm, he will surely feel a sense of gratitude towards them.

Indeed, a talent like Xiao Ye, if neglected, would represent a colossal loss for the Taiyi Palace.

As expected, just as they thought, the Palace Master’s abyssal, unfathomable eyes flashed with intense brilliance upon hearing their words, his gaze fixated on Xiao Ye.

"Is what they say true?" the Palace Master of the Taiyi Palace inquired urgently, staring at Xiao Ye.

His cultivation is profound, having faced and overcome many difficulties in martial arts. His usually untroubled mental realm now stirred uncontrollably.

No one knows better than him the current plight of the Taiyi Palace.

Don’t be fooled by the Taiyi Palace’s current status as the foremost and mightiest sect under the Four Great Emperor Domains, possessing a host of Emperor Realm Martial Artists, with himself renowned as one of the top-tier powerhouses in Central State.

But the reality is, ever since Jun Shitian erred and left the Palace, the younger disciples have been far outpaced by those of the Four Great Emperor Domains.

Lin Feng is undoubtedly talented, yet his potential pales in comparison to the once brilliantly gifted Wu Pojun. There is still a bit more needed for him to revitalize the Taiyi Palace’s prosperity.

Thus, Xiao Ye’s emergence has reignited a glimmer of hope in him.

For one must know, the Martial Arts Extreme Realm is the most mysterious and unpredictable realm on the martial path of the True Spirit Continent.

Cultivation and strength can be actively enhanced through training and hardship, but the Martial Arts Extreme Realm is not something one can enter willingly; it is unfathomable yet possesses terrifying power.

Throughout the history of the True Spirit Continent, it is feared only the historically unparalleled Human Race Four Emperors and those Half-step Emperors have ever entered such a realm, even he has not been so fortunate.

And now, Xiao Ye, while in the King Martial Realm, has entered the Martial Arts Extreme Realm; his future is bound to be boundless!

As the Palace Master of the Taiyi Palace inquired, the square suddenly quieted down, and all eyes fell on Xiao Ye, equally eager to know the answer.

If this is true, the Taiyi Palace today would indeed be the butt of the joke, nearly letting a genius who stepped into the Martial Arts Extreme Realm get killed.

Xiao Ye took a deep breath, ready to speak, when Prince Donghuang unexpectedly sneered first.

"Heh, what’s so strange about my brother here entering the Martial Arts Extreme Realm in the Taiyi Palace? Back during the Imperial Martial Arts Competition, even when he was only in the Void Martial Realm, he managed to step into it once, drastically increasing his strength and leaving me far behind."

Boom!

This declaration from Prince Donghuang left everyone completely dumbfounded, even causing the breathing of the Taiyi Palace’s Palace Master to quicken and his eyes to redden.

This was too exaggerated!

Originally, Xiao Ye had stepped into the Martial Arts Extreme Realm not just once, that elusive realm they all coveted yet felt utterly powerless to enter.

In that moment, Xiao Ye’s status in their hearts surged dramatically once again.

"He really meant it!" the master of Taiyi Palace asked urgently.

Under the gaze of everyone, Xiao Ye scratched his head: "I’m not sure if that was the Martial Arts Extreme Realm, but that feeling..."

Xiao Ye simply described the feeling of the Martial Arts Extreme Realm in his own words.

As he told the tale, everyone’s shock turned into speechlessness.

To be able to greatly enhance the proficiency of King Martial Combat Skills overnight and to see such rapid growth in strength—what could it be, if not the Martial Arts Extreme Realm?

"Excellent!" The master of Taiyi Palace exclaimed, lifting his head and laughing heartily.

The gifts offered by the various powers of Central State for this birthday banquet, even the discovery of Xiao Ye’s talent, were nothing in comparison. This was truly an invaluable gift.

"Holy Palace elder, now that you are aware of my brother Xiao Ye’s situation, will you give him a little more attention?" Prince Donghuang spoke again.

"Of course!" The master of Taiyi Palace glanced at Prince Donghuang, finding that the other’s irritating words no longer had the power to anger him.

"I, the master of Taiyi Palace, will absolutely double the compensation for Xiao Ye. He will be allowed to enter Emperor Valley for one day and one night, and after this Holy Banquet, Xiao Ye will be able to take part in the assessment for the Main Hall ahead of schedule."

"As long as he meets half of the assessment requirements, he can enter the Main Hall early and become a disciple of the Main Hall, enjoying all sorts of privileges," the master of Taiyi Palace declared loudly.

Wow!

The moment his words ended, an uproar rose from the plaza, and many disciples looked at Xiao Ye with eyes filled with envy.

Since the founding of Taiyi Palace, for disciples of the Four Main Halls to enter the Main Hall and become devilish disciples was incredibly difficult. They needed not only to meet the requirement for years of serving the Holy Palace, but also to pass terrifyingly stringent assessments.

And now, Xiao Ye, who had joined the Holy Palace for just over a year, already had the qualifications to ascend to the Main Hall—how could they not be envious?

This was truly a step into the sky!

Xiao Ye was also momentarily stunned, feeling dizzy with such immense rewards, as if he was in a dream.

It turned out that the issue that seemed so troublesome to him was smoothly resolved during the Holy Banquet, and he even received continued rewards. Tian Jiu couldn’t help but smile wryly, musing about the unpredictability of fate, all his prepared plans rendered useless.

"Xiao Ye, work hard. I will pay more attention to you from now on!" The master of Taiyi Palace gazed deeply at Xiao Ye, then soared back to his place.

The Holy Banquet continued, and this disturbance gradually subsided, but without a doubt, Xiao Ye had become the focus of attention in the hall, repeatedly drawing many gazes.

Yet Xiao Ye was in high spirits, sitting down to drink and chat joyfully with Prince Donghuang and Nangong Xingyu, feeling utterly elated.

As Xiao Ye’s status in the eyes of the Holy Palace Master changed, disciples from the Earth Hall came to toast him, and even disciples from Heavenly Hall joined in the excitement.

Xiao Ye was naturally very polite in return, yet he felt a sense of loss in his heart.

What use was it to be in the spotlight?

During this Holy Banquet, let alone seeing Bing Ya, he hadn’t even caught a glimpse of any martial artist from the Ice and Snow Palace.