Chapter 105: Direct Confrontation

Yuechan's words caused Ruo Xi's brows to furrow slightly, revealing a trace of displeasure. In her position, requesting Yuechan's assistance by lowering her own status had already been a tremendous concession for her, yet she had not expected Yuechan to show her no mercy at all.

In the eyes of the Western Heavenly Court, Yuechan's Heavenly Palace was not worth mentioning whatsoever. In terms of heritage and strength, they were simply not on the same level. However, this person was an exception!

Ruo Xi refrained from angering herself. She had no desire to engage in direct combat with Yuechan, but the guards behind her were far from content.

"How bold! How dare you be so disrespectful? Seeking death..."

From the moment she had arrived, Ruo Xi had been slighted twice in succession. As her guards, these Angel Warriors could no longer tolerate it.

It seemed that to establish a foothold here, they must demonstrate authority with decisive force, or else they would remain objects of contempt indefinitely. Unfortunately, they had chosen the wrong opponent!

The moment those Angel Guards charged forth, Yuechan did not even glance their way. Before she could make a move herself, a group of women in white robes erupted from behind.

Their leader was Tian Shuang. Brandishing a sword, she manifested with graceful and formidable presence, suppressing one of the Angel Guards with a single strike. Her spiritual blade pointed unwaveringly at every Angel Warrior above.

Coldly declaring, "Anyone who dares advance will be slain without mercy..."

"You..."

Tian Shuang's commanding aura intimidated the entire group of Angel Guards. From this, it was evident that Ruo Xi was at a distinct disadvantage.

On equal footing as subordinate protectors, Tian Shuang under Yuechan's command was far more formidable than the guards arrayed beneath Ruo Xi's banner.

The riveting standoff continued, captivating the onlookers who watched with keen interest, momentarily forgetting the Dark Giants still ensnared within the Green Lotus Magic Net.

"Tsk tsk, who said women are inferior to men? Look at them, their killing intent is overwhelming. What a spectacle, truly magnificent! They fight with such elegance..."

"You haven't even begun to describe it. These women are all so alluring, whether from the Western Heavenly Court or the Heavenly Palace. They form a formidable female contingent, each one more valiant than the last, outshining men in every way..."

Confronted by Tian Shuang's provocation, the Angel Guards seethed with fury. "Charge! Kill her..."

"Lian! Return at once..."

At that moment, Ruo Xi spoke. Her subordinate Angel Guards had been humiliated, and she herself was implicated. If they continued like this, the Angel clan would lose face entirely today.

"My sovereign, this..."

Lian hesitated, unwilling. Ruo Xi's humiliation was tantamount to the Angel clan's disgrace; they could not tolerate the Heavenly Palace's provocation.

Yet Ruo Xi's authority brooked no defiance.

"I shall say it once more! Return..."

Ruo Xi was furious now. Amid the chaos of Heaven, the renowned strong figures from across Great Desolation gathered here. If they persisted in this turmoil, the ones who would lose face were still them.

Though reluctant, Lian retreated under Ruo Xi's imposing presence. As she withdrew, Yuechan spoke once more.

"Tian Shuang! Withdraw!"

"Understood, Master!"

Tian Shuang obeyed without hesitation, returning to her position with effortless grace. This confrontation between the Heavenly Palace and the Western Heavenly Court saw the former clearly asserting dominance in momentum.

Of course, this did not imply the Heavenly Palace could truly prevail over the Western Heavenly Court, for this realm was profoundly mysterious and possessed immense depth.

Perhaps some terrifying experts remained hidden within the Western Heavenly Court, unrevealed.

After observing for some time, Ye Qiu deemed the farce had run its course. Calmly emerging from the ranks, he faced the multitude of gods and demons and said serenely, "Everyone, please cease at once!"

"Hm?"

Ye Qiu's sudden appearance left Ruo Xi utterly bewildered. She had assumed the true leader here was that Great Luo Golden Immortal powerhouse from the opposing side.

Yet it was this young man? Judging by his apparent age, he could not possibly be that formidable, so how could such experts heed his words?

Ruo Xi was stunned. The ensuing revelation left her even more perplexed. Upon Ye Qiu's declaration, Kumu Daoist stepped forward from the group and replied respectfully, "Senior is correct! Today marks the time for us from Great Desolation to unite as one, repelling external threats. We must not allow internal strife..."

"Senior!!!"

These words caused Ruo Xi to draw a sharp breath. Only then did she comprehend the terrifying nature of the man before her with his extraordinary features.

If he had remained concealed among the throng, she would never have sensed his presence. Yet the moment he stepped forward, all attention converged upon him alone.

Even Kumu Daoist honored him as senior. Could his cultivation truly surpass the Great Luo Golden Immortal?

"Sigh... When did Great Desolation birth such a peerless expert? Why have I received no intelligence regarding him in my Heavenly Court?"

At this instant, Ruo Xi was utterly awestruck. The standoff she had witnessed earlier had appeared to her as a clash between two female emperors.

Yet unknown to them, more formidable figures than either side had been silently observing the spectacle.

It felt much like a true sovereign watching two insignificant children brawl, an insult of the highest order.

Then Ye Qiu spoke, his gaze fixed solely upon the holy Ruo Xi, and he said calmly, "Angel King? Hah, that name sounds intimidating, but it no longer matters!

Now we have more pressing matters to attend to. If there is no further business, withdraw and cease obstructing our suppression of the chaos..."

Ye Qiu cared nothing for titles of Angel or otherwise. His sole concern was these Dark Giants, for his younger brother Ye Dong was held captive by them.

Any who dared impede him became his enemy. Though Ye Qiu seemed timid by nature, matters involving Ye Dong would reveal a different facet of his resolve.

Ye Qiu's words caused Ruo Xi's guards to erupt once more. This was the third instance of being slighted.

They were about to strike out in fury, but Ruo Xi preempted them and sternly ordered, "Withdraw!"

At this juncture, Ruo Xi's heart pounded with anxiety. You see... the figure before her was nothing like Yuechan. This was a genuine peerless expert.

From Kumu Daoist's deference, she discerned that every person here obeyed Ye Qiu, and moreover... he had subtly become a kind of faith to them.

This was an extraordinarily terrifying prospect. If Ye Qiu willed it, a mere wave of his hand would leave none of the Angel clan alive to depart.

How could she remain calm? Should her guards provoke Ye Qiu, it would unleash an unprecedented catastrophe.

"Whom is this person? Why does he possess no cultivation whatsoever, yet commands such widespread obedience?"

Ruo Xi's eyes burned like torches as she fixed her gaze upon Ye Qiu, attempting to pierce his veil. Yet Ye Qiu's aura to her felt profoundly elusive.

Like an endless ocean, it was serene one moment and tempestuous the next, beyond estimation.

"This senior, may I presume to ask for your honorable name?"

Ruo Xi lowered her defenses and inquired with utmost respect.

Ye Qiu made no difficulty of it and replied indifferently, "Ye Qiu!"

"Ye Qiu!!!"

This name seemed to stir a forgotten memory within Ruo Xi, as if she had heard it somewhere in the distant past.