## Chapter 2167 — The Arrival of the Four Sword Sects
The magnificent square before the Qingyun Sword Sect's Main Hall remained completely silent.
The morning sun illuminated the floating mountains.
Ancient clouds drifted peacefully across the endless sky.
Sect Master Zhen Yi stood with his hands behind his back.
Beside him stood—
Sect Mistress Sun Mi.
The Twelve Peak Masters—
Hu Yunlie.
Fu Linyi.
Luo Jianfeng.
Shen Haoran.
Bai Yunhe.
Yun Canghai.
Xue Mingyuan.
Lin Xuanyi.
Zhao Wuchen.
Mo Tianyu.
Qin Feng.
Wei Changhe.
Behind them—
Yang Lin.
Ju Jingli.
Lan Bailian.
Yuqin Yi.
Feng Tianyu.
Mu Jianhong.
Yan Zixuan.
Guo Chenyi.
Qin Lu.
Xue Yao.
Shuiluo Sha.
Han Chen.
FeiFei.
Su Qinglan.
Liao Yue.
Xiao Rui.
Daji.
Zhao Feng.
Gu Tian.
Bai Yao.
Ning Mei.
Han Qing.
Yue Bingxin.
Su Liyulu.
Cui Ye.
Liu Yi.
Qin Mo.
Shen Rui.
Baiyu.
Xu Yi.
Mo Han.
Yu Lianhua.
Yu Huaxianzi.
Hua Chao.
Everyone quietly waited.
Suddenly—
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
Whoosh!
Four enormous spirit ships tore across the heavens.
Immense sword intent filled the sky.
The clouds trembled.
The disciples instinctively looked upward.
Yang Lin calmly raised his eyes.
Then he spoke in his usual indifferent voice.
"Here they are."
Silence.
Everyone followed his gaze.
The four magnificent spirit ships slowly descended.
Each carried the emblem of one of the Five Great Sword Sects.
The Heavenly Sword Sect.
The Violet Cloud Sword Sect.
The Myriad Sword Sect.
The Heavenly River Sword Sect.
Their arrival shook the surrounding heavens.
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## Chapter 2168 — Distinguished Guests
The spirit ships landed gracefully.
One after another—
powerful figures stepped down.
The first group—
The Heavenly Sword Sect.
Walking at the front—
Sect Master **Murong Tianjian**., Cultivation realm, Immortal Emperor Supreme,
An elegant middle-aged man wearing flowing white robes embroidered with golden sword law patterns.
Behind him stood two Peak Masters.
Peak Master **Chu Wuming**. Cultivation realm, Immortal King Supreme
Peak Master **Gao Xuanhe**.Cultivation realm, Immortal King Supreme
Following behind them—
their Head Disciple.
**紅仙星**
**Hóng Xiān Xīng.**
**Hong Xian Xing.**
Cultivation realm Heaven Immortal 3 stage peak,
She slowly stepped forward.
She possessed long black hair that flowed like silk beneath the morning breeze.
Dark crimson ornaments decorated her elegant hairstyle.
Her phoenix-like eyes contained a naturally cold dignity.
Her flawless jade-like skin seemed untouched by the mortal world.
She wore an elegant black and crimson cultivation robe embroidered with ancient divine flame patterns.
The robe gracefully accentuated her tall, slender figure while remaining refined and dignified.
Her graceful bearing and confident posture naturally conveyed the presence of an outstanding genius.
Around her followed five fellow disciples.
Senior Brother Luo Heng.
Senior Brother Wei Jian.
Senior Sister Lin Yue.
Junior Sister Tang Xin.
Junior Brother He Yuan.
All possessed a Cultivation realm of Heaven Immortal 2 stage peak.
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The second group—
The Violet Cloud Sword Sect.
Sect Master **Su Yunxiao** stepped forward his Cultivation realm, Immortal Emperor Supreme
Beside him stood—
Peak Master Meng Qing.
Cultivation realm, Immortal King Supreme,
Peak Master Xiao Tianhe.
Cultivation realm Immortal King Supreme
Walking beside them—
their Head Disciple.
**白花**
**Bái Huā.**
**Baihua.**
Cultivation realm, Heaven Immortal 3 stage peak.
She wore an elegant white-and-green immortal dress that gently fluttered with every step.
Her long brown-black hair was arranged into an exquisite hairstyle decorated with jade ornaments and emerald flowers.
Her bright green eyes appeared gentle and tranquil.
Her fair face carried an innocent elegance.
Her graceful figure was wrapped in refined immortal robes that enhanced her dignified and ethereal presence without sacrificing modesty.
She resembled a fairy who had descended from the heavens.
Following behind her were—
Senior Brother Lin Mo.
Senior Brother Qiao Ren.
Senior Sister Shen Yue.
Junior Sister Mu Xiner.
Junior Brother Fang Lei.
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The third group—
The Myriad Sword Sect.
Sect Master **Jiang Beichen**.Cultivation realm, Immortal Emperor Supreme
Peak Master Luo Tianming. Cultivation realm, Immortal King Supreme,
Peak Master Shen Gu.
Cultivation realm, Immortal King Supreme,
Their Head Disciple—
**蕭長空**
**Xiāo Chángkōng.**
**Xiao Changkong.**
Cultivation realm Heaven Immortal 3 stage peak
A handsome young man with sharp eyebrows.
His eyes were calm and filled with confidence.
Behind him followed—
Chen Yu.
Luo Jian.
Meng Xi.
Li Rou.
Sun Kai.
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The fourth group—
The Heavenly River Sword Sect.
Sect Master **He Canghai**. Cultivation realm, Immortal Emperor Supreme,
Peak Master Yu Beiming.
Cultivation realm, Immortal King Supreme,
Peak Master Qin Yuntian.
Cultivation realm, Immortal King Supreme,
Their Head Disciple—
**林無涯**
**Lín Wúyá.**
**Lin Wuya.**
Cultivation realm, Heaven Immortal 3 stage peak
He wore flowing azure robes.
His expression remained proud yet composed.
Following behind him came—
Zhou Ming.
Feng Yi.
Xu Lan.
Qin Yue.
Zhao Xin.
The four great sects had finally arrived.
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## Chapter 2169 — Warm Welcome
Sect Master Zhen Yi smiled warmly.
He stepped forward.
"Hahaha!"
"Welcome."
"My fellow Daoists."
Murong Tianjian laughed.
"It has been many years."
Su Yunxiao nodded politely.
"Brother Zhen Yi."
Jiang Beichen smiled.
"We meet again."
He Canghai cupped his hands.
"It is an honor."
Sun Mi smiled gracefully.
"Please."
"Come inside."
The Twelve Peak Masters all cupped their hands respectfully.
Hu Yunlie smiled.
Fu Linyi nodded.
Luo Jianfeng welcomed everyone.
Shen Haoran stroked his beard with a smile.
The remaining Peak Masters also greeted the guests.
Meanwhile—
Ju Jingli quietly observed everyone.
Lan Bailian appeared slightly nervous.
Yuqin Yi maintained her elegant composure.
Feng Tianyu.
Mu Jianhong.
Yan Zixuan.
Guo Chenyi.
all looked respectfully toward the visiting experts.
Behind them—
Qin Lu remained calm.
Xue Yao quietly smiled.
Shuiluo Sha folded her arms.
Han Chen remained expressionless.
FeiFei curiously looked around.
Su Qinglan quietly observed.
Liao Yue smiled softly.
Xiao Rui remained graceful.
Daji lazily yawned.
Zhao Feng folded his arms.
Gu Tian stood proudly.
Bai Yao quietly watched.
Ning Mei calmly observed.
Han Qing remained silent.
Yue Bingxin smiled gently.
Su Liyulu quietly stood beside Cui Ye.
Liu Yi.
Qin Mo.
Shen Rui.
Baiyu.
Xu Yi.
Mo Han.
Yu Lianhua.
Yu Huaxianzi.
Hua Chao.
all respectfully welcomed the arriving guests.
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## Chapter 2170 — Into the Main Hall
The two sides exchanged greetings.
Then—
Sect Master Zhen Yi smiled.
"Everyone..."
"please."
"The Main Hall..."
"is already prepared."
The visiting Sect Masters nodded.
Soon—
everyone entered together.
The enormous Main Hall was magnificent.
Ancient spirit lamps illuminated the surroundings.
Golden dragon pillars supported the towering ceiling.
Rows of jade seats were neatly arranged.
Everyone took their respective seats.
The Sect Masters occupied the highest positions.
Sun Mi sat beside Zhen Yi.
The Peak Masters sat below them.
The disciples occupied both sides of the hall.
The atmosphere remained harmonious.
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## Chapter 2171 — The First Meeting
After everyone settled down—
Zhen Yi smiled.
He gently waved his sleeve.
Immediately—
streams of immortal light filled the hall.
One exquisite jade table appeared before every guest.
Then—
countless delicacies materialized.
Spirit Dragon Roast.
Nine-Colored Phoenix Fruit.
Jade Snow Lotus Cakes.
Golden Cloud Spirit Rice.
Heavenly Jade Peaches.
Immortal Crystal Grapes.
Azure Spirit Fish.
Celestial Bamboo Shoots.
Moon Dew Tea.
Ancient Ginseng Soup.
Spirit Beast Meat.
Hundred Flower Nectar.
Finally—
crystal jade wine cups slowly filled themselves.
The rich fragrance of **Heavenly Jade Spiritual Wine** spread throughout the hall.
Everyone smiled appreciatively.
The atmosphere immediately became much more relaxed.
Across the Main Hall—
Hong Xian Xing quietly looked toward Yang Lin.
The moment she saw him—
her beautiful eyes widened slightly.
She had not expected Qingyun Sword Sect's personal disciple to possess such calm and unfathomable bearing.
At that exact moment—
Yang Lin calmly lifted his jade cup.
He leisurely took a sip of Heavenly Jade Spiritual Wine.
Then—
he slowly looked back at her.
Their eyes met across the vast Main Hall.
Hong Xian Xing's heartbeat skipped.
She immediately lowered her gaze.
A faint blush appeared on her otherwise composed face.
She quietly looked away.
Not far away—
Xiao Changkong of the Myriad Sword Sect narrowed his eyes.
His gaze toward Yang Lin carried unmistakable scrutiny.
Lin Wuya of the Heavenly River Sword Sect also quietly observed Yang Lin.
His calm expression hid a trace of competitive intent.
Several of their fellow disciples likewise exchanged curious glances, silently assessing Qingyun Sword Sect's renowned personal disciple.
Meanwhile—
Ju Jingli secretly smiled.
Lan Bailian blinked curiously.
Yuqin Yi gently lowered her eyes.
Feng Tianyu.
Mu Jianhong.
Yan Zixuan.
Guo Chenyi.
all looked toward Yang Lin with admiration.
Qin Lu smiled faintly.
Xue Yao quietly sipped her spiritual wine.
Shuiluo Sha folded her arms confidently.
Han Chen remained calm.
FeiFei happily enjoyed the delicacies.
Su Qinglan quietly smiled.
Liao Yue remained elegant.
Xiao Rui observed everyone with interest.
Daji lazily leaned back in her chair.
Ning Mei calmly drank her wine.
The others also relaxed as conversations gradually filled the Main Hall.
Soon—
the Sect Masters and Peak Masters began discussing the upcoming Ancient God Realm.
Meanwhile—
the younger disciples exchanged insights on cultivation and the Dao.
Whenever someone encountered confusion—
Yang Lin calmly explained a few words.
Every explanation was concise.
Yet each sentence immediately resolved difficult cultivation problems.
Qin Lu and the others listened with knowing smiles.
Lan Bailian's eyes shone brighter.
Yuqin Yi quietly admired him.
Ju Jingli watched thoughtfully.
Even several visiting disciples revealed expressions of surprise and admiration as the discussions continued beneath the warm atmosphere of the Main Hall.
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## Chapter 2172 — The First Challenge
The lively discussion inside the Main Hall gradually came to an end.
Sect Master Zhen Yi slowly stood.
He smiled warmly.
"Since everyone has gathered..."
"why not let the younger generation..."
"exchange pointers?"
The Sect Masters nodded.
Sect Master Li Tianjian of the Heavenly Sword Sect smiled.
"An excellent suggestion."
Sect Master Mu Qingyun of the Violet Cloud Sword Sect nodded.
"It will also allow them..."
"to understand one another."
Sect Master Shen Wufeng of the Myriad Sword Sect smiled faintly.
Sect Master Luo Canghai of the Heavenly River Sword Sect folded his hands.
"We agree."
Immediately—
the disciples became excited.
At that moment—
The Myriad Sword Sect's Head Disciple—
**Xiao Changkong**—
slowly stood.
He was tall and imposing.
His handsome face carried complete confidence.
His sharp eyes landed directly upon Yang Lin.
"I..."
"wish to challenge..."
"Yang Lin."
Silence.
The Main Hall instantly became quiet.
Immediately afterward—
The Heavenly River Sword Sect's Head Disciple—
**Lin Wuya**—
also stood.
His eyes were calm.
"But..."
"I also wish..."
"to challenge him."
The two outstanding male geniuses stood side by side.
Their gazes never left Yang Lin.
Everyone looked toward Yang Lin.
Qin Lu smiled gently.
Xue Yao quietly sighed.
Shuiluo Sha folded her arms.
Han Chen gently rubbed her forehead.
FeiFei blinked.
Su Qinglan smiled helplessly.
Liao Yue quietly laughed.
Xiao Rui smiled knowingly.
Daji covered her mouth.
Zhao Feng chuckled.
Gu Tian shook his head.
Bai Yao smiled.
Ning Mei remained calm.
Han Qing sighed.
Yue Bingxin smiled softly.
Su Liyulu exchanged glances with Cui Ye.
Liu Yi laughed.
Qin Mo shook his head.
Shen Rui smiled bitterly.
Baiyu folded his arms.
Xu Yi sighed.
Mo Han smiled faintly.
Yu Lianhua smiled elegantly.
Yu Huaxianzi quietly hid a smile.
Hua Chao laughed softly.
Han Chen looked toward the two challengers.
A trace of pity appeared in her beautiful eyes.
"..."
"I feel sorry..."
"for those two."
"They're..."
"going to lose..."
"very badly."
Everyone beside her silently nodded.
Yang Lin calmly stood.
His expression remained peaceful.
He looked toward the two challengers.
"Follow me."
"To the arena."
The disciples immediately became excited.
Soon—
everyone left the Main Hall together.
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## Chapter 2173 — Two Fingers
The enormous arena quickly became crowded once again.
The Sect Masters sat upon the high platform.
Sun Mi sat beside Zhen Yi.
The Twelve Peak Masters quietly watched.
The disciples gathered around the arena.
Xiao Changkong slowly walked onto the stage.
His sword instantly appeared.
The blade radiated dazzling golden sword intent.
He smiled proudly.
"Senior Brother Yang Lin..."
"I'll fight first."
Yang Lin calmly walked onto the arena.
His hands rested behind his back.
"Come."
Xiao Changkong laughed.
"Good!"
Boom!
Golden spiritual energy erupted.
He raised his sword high into the sky.
Countless golden sword shadows gathered together.
He shouted loudly—
"**Heavenly Emperor Severing Sword Art—First Form: Celestial Dragon Splits the Firmament!**"
A gigantic golden sword qi descended from the heavens.
The surrounding disciples gasped.
"What an incredible sword art!"
"So powerful!"
"So fast!"
The attack instantly reached Yang Lin.
Yang Lin calmly raised—
two fingers.
Clang!
His two fingers lightly caught the sword.
The entire arena became silent.
Xiao Changkong's eyes widened.
"...Impossible."
Yang Lin calmly looked at him.
Then—
he raised one finger.
Lightly tapped—
the sword.
Ding.
The sword instantly flew backward.
At the same moment—
Xiao Changkong was thrown into the air together with his sword.
Whoosh!
Boom!
He landed outside the arena.
Silence.
Complete silence.
Everyone froze.
Sect Master Li Tianjian slowly stood.
"What..."
Hong Xian Xing's crimson eyes widened.
Baihua blinked repeatedly.
Ju Jingli covered her mouth.
Lan Bailian stared blankly.
Yuqin Yi forgot to breathe.
Feng Tianyu rubbed his eyes.
Mu Jianhong looked completely stunned.
Yan Zixuan stood motionless.
Guo Chenyi swallowed hard.
Sun Mi smiled helplessly.
Zhen Yi quietly laughed.
Hu Yunlie scratched her head.
Fu Linyi smiled bitterly.
The remaining Peak Masters exchanged speechless glances.
Meanwhile—
Qin Lu...
Xue Yao...
Han Chen...
Ning Mei...
Daji...
and everyone beside Yang Lin...
merely smiled knowingly.
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## Chapter 2174 — Exactly the Same
Outside the arena—
Xiao Changkong slowly climbed back to his feet.
His face turned slightly red.
He could not understand what had happened.
Before anyone spoke—
Lin Wuya stepped forward.
His expression became serious.
"So..."
"you defeated him..."
"only because..."
"he underestimated you."
"I..."
"will not."
He slowly drew his blue spiritual sword.
His aura immediately became even stronger than Xiao Changkong's.
The surrounding disciples nodded.
"He's stronger."
"This should be different."
Yang Lin calmly remained standing.
His hands rested behind his back.
"Come."
Boom!
Lin Wuya disappeared.
His sword transformed into countless blue streaks.
He shouted—
"**Heavenly River Sword Scripture—Ninth Form: Ocean Sky Endless Slash!**"
Thousands of sword lights covered the arena.
Yang Lin quietly watched.
Then—
he slowly lifted—
two fingers.
Clang!
The sword stopped.
Perfectly.
Between those same two fingers.
"..."
Lin Wuya froze.
Yang Lin calmly extended—
one finger.
Tap.
Whoosh!
Both the sword—
and Lin Wuya—
flew across the arena.
Boom!
He landed beside Xiao Changkong.
The two geniuses looked at one another.
Neither spoke.
The entire arena fell into absolute silence.
Sect Master Shen Wufeng stared blankly.
Sect Master Luo Canghai remained speechless.
Sect Master Mu Qingyun blinked several times.
Even Li Tianjian could not hide his astonishment.
Ju Jingli's beautiful eyes sparkled.
Lan Bailian quietly smiled.
Yuqin Yi softly covered her lips.
Feng Tianyu whispered,
"...Exactly..."
"the same."
Mu Jianhong nodded stiffly.
"...Exactly..."
Yan Zixuan rubbed his forehead.
Guo Chenyi laughed bitterly.
"I suddenly..."
"don't feel surprised anymore."
Han Chen quietly sighed.
"I told you."
"They never had..."
"a chance."
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## Chapter 2175 — Hong Xian Xing Steps Forward
Yang Lin calmly turned around.
He began walking toward the edge of the arena.
Just then—
A graceful figure landed before him.
It was—
Hong Xian Xing.
Her flowing crimson-black robes fluttered gently.
Her long black hair swayed in the breeze.
Her crimson eyes quietly looked at Yang Lin.
The entire arena became silent.
Ning Mei looked toward FeiFei.
She blinked once.
"What..."
"...is she trying to do?"
FeiFei scratched her cheek.
"I..."
"I don't know..."
Everyone watched quietly.
The disciples of the Heavenly Sword Sect became nervous.
Baihua looked curiously toward Hong Xian Xing.
Even the Sect Masters quietly observed.
Yang Lin calmly stopped.
He looked at Hong Xian Xing.
His voice remained peaceful.
"Do you..."
"want to fight..."
"as well?"
Hong Xian Xing immediately shook her head.
"No."
"I merely..."
"wish to know..."
"what move..."
"you used..."
"against those two."
Silence.
Everyone looked toward Yang Lin.
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## Chapter 2176 — No Move
Yang Lin calmly looked at Hong Xian Xing.
His expression never changed.
"There wasn't..."
"any move."
Hong Xian Xing blinked.
"..."
Yang Lin slowly raised his hand.
Only—
two fingers.
"My two fingers..."
"were enough."
Silence.
Absolute silence.
Hong Xian Xing froze completely.
Her crimson eyes widened.
"...Two fingers?"
Baihua covered her mouth.
"..."
Xiao Changkong stood frozen.
Lin Wuya remained speechless.
The disciples from the Heavenly Sword Sect stared blankly.
The disciples from the Violet Cloud Sword Sect looked at one another in disbelief.
The disciples from the Myriad Sword Sect rubbed their eyes.
The disciples from the Heavenly River Sword Sect could not believe what they had heard.
Ju Jingli's beautiful eyes widened before she laughed softly.
Lan Bailian stood motionless.
Yuqin Yi's elegant face filled with astonishment.
Feng Tianyu swallowed hard.
Mu Jianhong rubbed his forehead again.
Yan Zixuan smiled bitterly.
Guo Chenyi looked toward the sky.
"...This..."
"...is ridiculous."
On the high platform—
Sect Master Li Tianjian remained stunned.
Sect Master Mu Qingyun slowly exhaled.
Sect Master Shen Wufeng fell silent.
Sect Master Luo Canghai stared at Yang Lin without blinking.
Sun Mi smiled helplessly.
Zhen Yi laughed heartily.
"Hahaha!"
"As expected..."
"of my personal disciple!"
Hu Yunlie burst into laughter.
Fu Linyi smiled bitterly.
Luo Jianfeng shook his head.
Shen Haoran stroked his beard in amazement.
Bai Yunhe quietly sighed.
Yun Canghai smiled.
Xue Mingyuan nodded repeatedly.
Lin Xuanyi looked deeply at Yang Lin.
Zhao Wuchen chuckled.
Mo Tianyu laughed.
Qin Feng smiled proudly.
Wei Changhe folded his arms with admiration.
Meanwhile—
Qin Lu...
Xue Yao...
Shuiluo Sha...
Han Chen...
FeiFei...
Su Qinglan...
Liao Yue...
Xiao Rui...
Daji...
Zhao Feng...
Gu Tian...
Bai Yao...
Ning Mei...
Han Qing...
Yue Bingxin...
Su Liyulu...
Cui Ye...
Liu Yi...
Qin Mo...
Shen Rui...
Baiyu...
Xu Yi...
Mo Han...
Yu Lianhua...
Yu Huaxianzi...
and Hua Chao...
simply smiled knowingly.
To them—
Yang Lin using two fingers...
was already showing mercy.