The Unparalleled Sword Emperor
Chapter 1702 - 1699: The Three Great Families Join Forces!

Chapter 1702: Chapter 1699: The Three Great Families Join Forces!

The Dragon Hunting Mercenary Group traveled together with Tiehai Tang and Lin Bai to the Shenyu Mountains. Ever since the discovery of the Shenyu Mountains three months ago, warriors throughout the Exile Land had learned of its location.

Thus, their journey required no inquiries—heading straight there was sufficient.

In the distance, amidst layers of overlapping peaks, countless warriors stood atop towering mountains, their eyes fixed solely ahead. On that mountain range, a transparent light barrier enveloped the area.

The barrier was extraordinarily rigid—whether slashed by blades, struck by axes, consumed by flames, or frozen by ice—it remained utterly unmoved.

The Three Great Families had recruited nearly a thousand Array Masters, painstakingly researching for three months until finally discovering the Formation to activate the barrier. Over the course of their efforts, even Demon Clan powerhouses from the Holy Kingdom of Thousands Demons became involved.

Lin Bai and the warriors of the Dragon Hunting Mercenary Group climbed to the summit of a tall mountain, gazing into the distance at the mountain range sealed by the light barrier. Within Lin Bai’s eyes, a trace of icy indifference flickered.

Lin Bai then shifted his gaze toward other mountaintops where warriors had gathered, eventually spotting the three great families of the Exile Land—the Zhang Family, Li Family, and Sun Family.

"Why isn’t Yejian Jun here!"

Lin Bai scanned the surroundings silently but found no trace of Yejian Jun.

Tiehai Tang remarked, "Did you spot him?"

Lin Bai shook his head lightly. "No, but I firmly believe he will come. He’s lived in the Exile Land for years; it’s impossible for him to remain here for no legitimate reason!"

Tiehai Tang agreed, "Indeed. Right now, the light barrier of the Shenyu Mountains hasn’t completely opened yet. It will probably require another two to three hours. For now, let’s patiently wait."

Lin Bai silently nodded in response.

Nearby, Yang Qingyun, observing the close bond between Lin Bai and Tiehai Tang, lowered his head, a trace of displeasure and darkness flashing across his face. Meanwhile, Gao Lin kept glancing between Yang Qingyun and Tiehai Tang alongside Lin Bai, his eyes darting about as though scheming.

In the distance, the Three Great Families stood atop their respective lofty peaks. For the sake of accessing the Shenyu Mountains, the three families had mobilized their full forces, including three warriors at the Sixth Level of the Yangshen Realm!

"Quite the large gathering—nearly every renowned mercenary group from the Mercenary City seems to be present," remarked the Sun Family Head after scanning the four corners.

Standing behind the Sun Family Head, Sun Ji cast a disdainful glance around the periphery of the Shenyu Mountains and said indifferently, "Hmph, just ants—nothing worth paying attention to."

The Sun Family Head chuckled softly. "True. My son specifically returned from the Saint Seal Sect. How could the warriors of the Exile Land possibly be match for him?"

"By the way, did you mention encountering Dongfang Bai during your return?"

Sun Ji confirmed, "Indeed. Dongfang Bai is merely a fallen phoenix now—nothing to worry about. If I meet him again, I’ll kill him and seize both the demonic sword and the flying sword!"

The Sun Family Head responded, "Good. Once you obtain the Demonic Sword and Flying Sword, the Holy Kingdom’s Saint position will undoubtedly be yours. Then, I’ll benefit from your glory as well!"

Sun Ji smirked faintly but remained noncommittal.

"Father, the Zhang Family Leader and Li Family Leader are heading over," Sun Ji remarked.

At that moment, on two distant mountains, two middle-aged men soared toward the Sun Family’s peak with solemn expressions.

"Why are those two old fools coming here now?" muttered the Sun Family Head, his gaze narrowing visibly.

"Sun Family Head," said the Zhang Family Leader and Li Family Leader as they arrived, standing with fists cupped respectfully.

"Hmph. What business brings the two of you to my Sun Family’s domain?" asked the Sun Family Head, his tone gruff.

The Zhang Family Leader, his expression cold, replied, "Sun Family Head, let’s cut to the chase. As you’ve seen, numerous mercenary groups have gathered outside the Shenyu Mountains."

"If all of them storm into the Shenyu Mountains, not even the combined might of our Three Great Families will ensure that treasures within remain untouched by them."

The Li Family Leader added, "Exactly. Moreover, we’ve noticed a considerable number of Demon Clan strongholds nearby. Among them are more than a hundred powerhouses at or above the fifth level of the Yangshen Realm!"

The Sun Family Head’s gaze darkened upon hearing this. "So, what do you propose?"

The Zhang Family Leader explained, "My Zhang Family has already discussed with the Li Family. As soon as the Shenyu Mountains open, our two families will join forces to have our disciples block the mercenary groups and demon clans. Meanwhile, the true strong warriors of our families will enter the mountains directly to retrieve treasures as quickly as possible."

"We’ve come to ask if the Sun Family would be interested in joining us."

The Sun Family Head frowned deeply, deliberating in silence for a long while before declaring, "Very well. My Sun Family will cooperate and help block other warriors."

"Excellent! With an alliance among the Three Great Families, we need only guard against the demon clan powerhouses in the Shenyu Mountains," the Li Family Leader said with great enthusiasm.

"Then, Sun Family Head, let’s make the arrangements. Judging by the time, the opening is imminent," urged the Zhang Family Leader.

Immediately, the Three Great Families began coordinating their plans—leaving disciples behind, while allowing only the true powerhouses to enter the Shenyu Mountains to search for treasures!

Two hours later, a booming tremor emanated from the exterior of the Shenyu Mountains.

The transparent light barrier gradually dissolved into scattered specks of starlight energy, vanishing into thin air.

"It has finally opened!"

Array Masters exclaimed in joy before the barrier.

"The Shenyu Mountains have opened! Zhang Family warriors, charge with me!" roared the Zhang Family Leader, his cultivation at the Sixth Level of the Yangshen Realm bursting forth as he led the charge.

"Li Family warriors, follow me!" The Li Family Leader likewise darted forward with his forces.

"Sun Ji, let’s go!" With those words, the Sun Family Head quickly entered the Shenyu Mountains alongside Sun Ji.

In a blink, the Three Great Families rushed ahead in unison.

Meanwhile, in another direction, a swirling demon cloud emerged, filled with countless roaring Demon Clan powerhouses surging into the Shenyu Mountains.

"It’s begun!" Tiehai Tang exclaimed, her eyes lighting up.

Lin Bai’s expression darkened as he promptly searched the crowd, looking for Yejian Jun.

Lin Bai firmly believed that Yejian Jun wouldn’t forsake the Shenyu Mountains. The moment the barrier was opened, he was bound to appear.

Indeed, as soon as the Shenyu Mountains opened, Lin Bai spotted a black-clothed swordsman leaping ahead of the crowd, rushing into the Shenyu Mountains.

The moment Lin Bai caught sight of this swordsman, his eyes burned crimson as he shouted, "Yejian Jun!"

Swish—

Lin Bai’s figure instantly shot upward, charging straight into the Shenyu Mountains.

Lin Bai cared not whether Life-and-Death Realm demon clan corpses were within the Shenyu Mountains, nor did he care about treasures. What mattered to Lin Bai was whether Yejian Jun had come!

Lin Bai was even certain that the Yejian Jun of the Exile Land was his true self!

Furthermore, Yejian Jun within this land was the last location Lin Bai had seen on the Netherworld Compass. There could be no mistake!