Dominator Emperor

Chapter 104: Chapter 104: Nantian Country (Part 2)

In the Pioneer Era, when all races were still weak, the Nantian Family produced an incredible Immortal Emperor—Immortal Emperor Feiyang! An Immortal Emperor who lived a soaring, unrestrained life, looking down with disdain upon the Nine Realms!

What was even more incredible was that the Nantian Family had ruled the Nantian Ancient Country for millions of years, standing firm and unyielding. Just imagine, from the Pioneer Era to the Age of Emperors, how many years had passed? How many ups and downs had they weathered? Countless sects and lineages had collapsed with a crash, turning to ash and smoke, vanishing into the long river of time.

And yet, the Nantian Family had always dominated their region, ruling over a vast Jiang Country and remaining steadfast. Imagine how terrifying such a family was. Although the Jiangzuo Family had some history, they were a far cry from the Nantian Family. Moreover, the Jiangzuo Family couldn’t claim to have continuously ruled a powerful Jiang Country without falling, unlike the Nantian Family.

The Nantian Family founded their nation in the distant past, so people called it the Nantian Ancient Country. Although the Nantian Family had only produced one Immortal Emperor, Immortal Emperor Feiyang, their ancient history certainly qualified them to be called an Ancient Country. However, despite being known as the Nantian Ancient Country, the Nantian Family often referred to themselves as the Nantian Country. As for why, no one knew. Most people attributed it to the Nantian Family’s humility.

At this moment, a young man descended from the leading ancient war chariot. He had the bearing of a dragon and a tiger—handsome and proud. He wore a Golden Silk Crown and a Four-Clawed Coiling Dragon Robe. With each step, he walked with the gait of a dragon and the stride of a tiger, truly a dragon among men.

In fact, every expert on the ancient war chariots possessed a formidable aura. Even though they had restrained their presences, it was still enough to make one’s heart shudder. The disciples on these war chariots were all elites from the Nantian Country.

"Prince Nantian, Nan Tianhao. A hero in his youth. The Nantian Country has produced two prodigies at once. They are worthy of being an Ancient Country." Seeing the young man, the well-informed Old Turtle King from Feijiao Lake couldn’t help but say with emotion.

Hearing the name "Nan Tianhao," many cultivators present were visibly moved. Even some of the younger, defiant cultivators couldn’t help but show a change in expression.

There was a saying in the Nantian Country: "In the court, there is Young Emperor Nantian; in the wild, there is Nan Tianhao." Young Emperor Nantian was the Crown Prince of the Nantian Country, possessing unparalleled talent. He was even called the second coming of the young Immortal Emperor Feiyang.

Nan Tianhao was a Prince of the Nantian Country. While he might be slightly inferior compared to his cousin, Young Emperor Nantian, his talent was still extraordinary. He was a renowned genius of the younger generation in the Nantian Country and had made significant contributions to the nation.

Nan Tianhao descended from the ancient war chariot and swept his gaze across the area. When his eyes fell upon Li Shuangyan, delight instantly showed on his face. He strode forward quickly, stopping before her and laughing heartily. "So Li Fairy has also come for the grand event at Demon’s Back Ridge."

Without a doubt, Nan Tianhao was one of Li Shuangyan’s suitors. He had even gone to the Nine Saints Demon Gate to propose marriage, only to be rejected by the Nine Saints Demon Emperor with the excuse that Li Shuangyan was the sect’s successor.

Seeing Nan Tianhao, Li Shuangyan merely gave a slight nod, which counted as a greeting.

Nan Tianhao, however, was very enthusiastic. He smiled and said, "When I first saw Li Fairy at the Nine Saints Demon Gate, your celestial beauty could topple cities. Seeing you again today, you are even more radiant than before. I wonder if Li Fairy has come to Demon’s Back Ridge alone, or with the Demon Emperor and the others?"

"My master did not come," Li Shuangyan said coolly, unwilling to say more.

Nan Tianhao smiled and said, "That’s no matter. I’ve brought many experts with me this time to seek treasure at Demon’s Back Ridge. Why don’t you join us, Li Fairy? We can seek the World-shocking Treasures of Demon’s Back Ridge together."

Nan Tianhao’s enthusiasm didn’t wane, but Li Shuangyan simply glanced at him and couldn’t be bothered to respond further. While Nan Tianhao was hailed as a prodigy of the Nantian Country, Li Shuangyan was a true Heavenly Pride Girl with a Holy Destiny Imperial Body. With her aptitude and talent, she would be considered an unparalleled genius in any Great Teaching Territory!

Li Shuangyan’s coldness left the enthusiastic Nan Tianhao feeling a bit awkward. At that moment, he noticed Li Qiye standing beside her, and his gaze immediately turned cold.

Nan Tianhao sized up Li Qiye. Ordinary looks, mediocre aura, weak Blood Qi—a single glance was enough to tell he was just a commoner, not worth mentioning. His eyes narrowed, and he spoke coldly to Li Qiye, "What’s your name, and which sect are you from?"

At this point, Nan Tianhao was treating Li Qiye like one of Li Shuangyan’s servants. And even if he wasn’t, the question was intentional. His unspoken meaning was clear: someone of Li Qiye’s caliber had no right to stand next to Li Shuangyan.

From beginning to end, Li Qiye had been standing there with an air of breezy indifference, calmly admiring the scenery around the cliff. When Nan Tianhao questioned him so coldly, Li Qiye merely turned to glance at him once before saying nothing and returning his attention to the view.

At this moment, many on the cliff held their breath, watching the scene unfold. On one side was a Prince from a noble house, hailed as a chosen one of heaven. On the other was a nameless junior who had just been outrageously arrogant. Many were happy to see this confrontation, and some even hoped for a clash between the Xiyan Ancient Sect and the Nantian Country, which would allow them to fish in troubled waters.

"Brat, you were asked a question! Hurry up and report to the Prince!" at this time, an expert from the Treasure Sacred Upper Country on one of the war chariots barked coldly at Li Qiye.

Li Qiye waved a dismissive hand. "Where did these flies come from, buzzing around and bothering people?"

When Li Qiye said this, many people on the cliff couldn’t help but look at each other in dismay. This brat was just too arrogant. He didn’t even seem to realize what a behemoth the Nantian Country was, yet he had offended them with his first words. If he were a stunningly brilliant talent with a heaven-shaking background, that would be one thing. But this brat’s Blood Qi and Dao Practice were both mediocre. He looked like the type of guy who just mooches off women! And yet he was still so arrogant.

As soon as Li Qiye’s words fell, Nan Tianhao’s expression darkened. The expert on the war chariot looked even more furious. He leaped down from the chariot and said menacingly, "You ignorant fool! Our Prince asking you a question was an honor..."

"Shuangyan, slap him," Li Qiye commanded, not even bothering to give the man a second glance.

SLAP! SLAP! SLAP! The expert from the Treasure Sacred Upper Country hadn’t even found his footing after jumping down before Li Shuangyan was already upon him, delivering more than a dozen slaps back and forth across his face. Although these elites were considered rising stars in the Nantian Country, they were still a far cry from a true genius like Li Shuangyan.

"I’ll kill you—" the expert roared, but Li Shuangyan instantly unleashed the might of a Prince. With a single finger strike, BANG! The expert was sent flying, unable to even get back up for a moment.

Li Shuangyan’s beautiful eyes turned cold, and the aura of a Prince surged from her. It wasn’t just an overwhelming pressure; it was as if a King was on patrol. All techniques recoiled, and the Great Daos of the heavens dared not even approach her.

Such an aura, such a level of Dao Practice, immediately caused the expressions of numerous experts to change drastically. To reach the Prince level at such a young age was already a fearsome achievement. But what was even more terrifying was that all techniques recoiled and the Great Daos of the heavens kept their distance. That was enough to make one’s skin crawl.

"Could she have achieved Great Success in the Yuqing Saint Body?" The well-informed Old Turtle King from Feijiao Lake looked horrified, his face turning pale. If she had truly reached Saint Body Great Success, it would be an absolutely terrifying matter.

At this moment, it wasn’t just younger-generation geniuses like Marquis Jiangzuo whose expressions changed, but even veteran Princes like Mixed Element Marquis. To become a Prince at such a young age was truly intimidating.

What Li Shuangyan cultivated was an Immortal Body Technique for the Pure Body. The Pure Body, also known as the Stainless and Unsoiled Body, would, upon completion, cause all techniques to recoil and be impervious to the heavens! It was an extremely terrifying physique.

The Pure Immortal Body Technique Li Shuangyan was currently cultivating was the most ultimate and original Body Technique in the world. Just imagine how terrifying such an Immortal Body Technique was. It was far beyond what her previous Yuqing Sacred Heart Skill could ever compare to.

Li Shuangyan’s Pure Body was still far from Great Success, yet it could already cause all techniques to recoil. How terrifying was that!

"Brat, do you dare to come out and fight!" Nan Tianhao’s expression was now ugly to the extreme. He vented all his anger on Li Qiye. His aura surged as his eyes sharpened, and a fierce presence shot directly toward Li Qiye.

Only then did Li Qiye turn his head to glance at Nan Tianhao. He spoke unhurriedly, "Your Nantian Country was right to live with its tail between its legs. Your ancestors called themselves an Upper Country instead of an Ancient Country, which shows they at least had a sliver of wisdom. But seeing you act so arrogantly today, do you really think you’re an Ancient Country? Do you really think you’re an Emperor Immortal Gate? Immortal Emperor Feiyang never even acknowledged he came from the Nantian Family."

Li Qiye’s words left everyone on the cliff speechless. ’When it comes to being arrogant and domineering, is there anyone here who can possibly compare to you?’

"You ignorant fool! How dare you speak so shamelessly and insult my Nantian Country! I will exterminate your nine relations!" Nan Tianhao had already lost face, and Li Qiye’s arrogant words now sent him into a towering rage, his killing intent soaring to the heavens.

"Exterminate my nine relations?" Li Qiye couldn’t help but laugh. He said leisurely, "With just a mere Upper Country, you dare speak of exterminating my nine relations? You’re giving yourself way too much credit."

The people on the cliff were speechless once again. They had seen arrogant people before, but someone this arrogant was simply in a league of his own! To not even spare a glance for the Nantian Country... he was either an Immortal Emperor or a madman!

"What arrogance. Does the Xiyan Ancient Sect only produce such unbridled madmen?" At this moment, a voice as steady as a boulder rang out. A young man strode forward, followed by several old men. Although the gray-robed elders did their best to restrain their auras, every wisp that escaped was still enough to move one’s heart.

Although the young man wore only simple yellow robes, he was still filled with a noble Emperor’s Qi. He had a dignified and imposing bearing, with sword-like brows and star-like eyes. His tall, slender figure stood out from the crowd like a crane among chickens.

Upon this young man’s arrival, all the Princes from the Treasure Sacred Upper Country came forward to greet him. Even an older-generation Prince like Purple Mountain Marquis was as polite as possible to him.

"Sheng Tian Heaven Daoist—" Upon seeing this young man, even the Sect Leaders from the great sects and lineages of the Treasure Sacred Upper Country couldn’t help but show a change in expression.