Chapter 585: A Convergence of Powerhouses

Thousands of miles north of the Celestial Wolf Army’s barracks, the Vast Mountain Range lay coiled like a True Dragon from Ancient Times!

Towering Ancient Wood and gnarled old vines grew in a dense, crisscrossing tangle, so thick that not a single gap remained.

Within this range, however, one mountain stood apart from the others, which were lush and green.

Few trees grew on this mountain, and those that did were an inky black. Its rock faces glittered with a metallic sheen under the sun’s reflection.

At this moment, the entire mountain was surrounded by a group of soldiers in azure armor.

They stood as straight as Battle Spears, their killing intent palpable. Their gazes were fixed on the various groups of people gathered before them.

These people were none other than the Dragon King, Mo Wentian, Zong Shuai, and other such Celestial Prides, along with the Major Influences backing them!

"This Profound Wood Black Gold Vein was discovered by all of us! Do you really intend to take it all for yourselves? Get lost, now!"

During the standoff, an Elder from Jing Hui’s camp roared.

SHING!

In an instant, the Lingxiao Army thrust their Battle Spears forward in unison. A vicious, murderous aura spread out, striking terror into the onlookers.

’What a terrifying army!’

Everyone from the other Major Influences was stunned. Just from the killing intent they radiated, it was clear this army was a fearsome force.

"The Military Commander has given the order! Anyone who takes another step forward will be killed without mercy!"

One of the Lingxiao Soldiers shouted, his expression unchanging even as he faced a crowd of powerful experts.

"You’re overestimating yourselves! Who the hell do you think you are?!"

The Elder’s expression turned cold. He strode forward, charging at the Lingxiao Soldier with killing intent.

BOOM!

The moment the Elder lunged forward, a gigantic foot descended from the sky, pressing down like a great mountain.

Its speed was unimaginable. It stomped directly on the Elder.

The force of the impact made the Elder spit up blood, his body crushed flat against the ground.

This sudden turn of events made the expressions of everyone in the Jing Family’s faction change drastically.

"And you? Who the hell do you think you are?"

Ye Wushuang looked coldly at the Elder beneath his foot and retorted. ’Just an old piece of trash at the Third Layer of the Profound Level. Did you really think you were so powerful?’

The Elder’s face contorted in a snarl. ’Being stomped underfoot... What does that make me?!’

"Ye Wushuang, release him!"

Jing Hui’s brow furrowed as he spoke in a cold voice.

"If you want this piece of trash, then you can have him!"

With a single wave of his hand, Ye Wushuang sent a flash of blade light out. The Elder’s head went flying toward Jing Hui.

"You’re courting death!"

Jing Hui, enraged, took a step forward.

RUMBLE!

In that same instant, the Lingxiao Army behind Ye Wushuang also took a synchronized step forward, their ferocious eyes, like those of a wolf pack, fixed on Jing Hui.

Everyone’s eyes widened in disbelief. ’Is this the army Ye Wushuang trained? They’re terrifying!’

BOOM!

Immediately after, Elder Demon Bai, Old Monster Baili, and Xiang Zong’en emerged from the void and took their places behind Ye Wushuang.

"Hui’er!"

Seeing this, the Jing Family Master, who was standing to one side, called out to stop Jing Hui.

Ye Wushuang kicked the Elder’s corpse aside and scanned the crowd. These were all the Major Influences that had participated in the betrothal contest.

Among them were the Dragon List geniuses and Nirvana Powerhouses recruited by the Dragon King.

There was also the Mo Family, who supported Mo Wentian. They were led by Patriarch Mo, and the entire family’s forces were present.

From the Dongfang Family, Dongfang Zhan stood beside Dongfang Wudi, though his eyes were fixed on Ye Wushuang.

Jing Hui’s faction was led by the Jing Family Master.

As for Young Master Xie Qing, he was surrounded by people from the Corpse Sect. Their faces were deathly pale and their eyes were as dark and still as the grave. They looked like corpses themselves.

Of course, it was worth noting that one of these people was staring intently at Ye Wushuang, secretly transmitting information about the Corpse Sect to him through the Soul Slave Seal.

The Corpse Sect had mobilized in full force this time. Ten Nirvana Powerhouses had come, along with the Corpse King, Xie Zhixuan himself, whose Cultivation was at the terrifying Divine Silence Level.

In addition, there were two other Celestial Prides, Zhan Yingjie and Lu Chenglong. They had also roped in two cities from the Celestial Pass for support, though their faction was relatively weaker.

Gazing at Ye Wushuang, no one in the crowd dared to underestimate him. In just a few days, he had steamrolled his way across hundreds of thousands of li. One could only imagine his terrifying power.

"Ye Wushuang, now that you’re here, we can talk."

Mo Wentian began, speaking from the side.

"What do you want to talk about?"

Ye Wushuang sized up the assembled Major Influences. They had almost all mobilized in full force, which showed just how precious this treasure was.

Nearly every Major Influence wanted it, as Profound Wood Black Gold would be an enormous boon to their development.

"Ye Wushuang, you should know that this Profound Wood Black Gold Vein is immense. Your Lingxiao Army can’t possibly monopolize it on your own. I suggest we divide it, with each party taking a ten-percent share,"

Mo Wentian said.

"That’s right, a ten-percent share for each!"

Hearing this, Jing Hui and the others immediately chimed in their agreement.

"A ten-percent share for each!" Ye Wushuang shook his head and chuckled. He suddenly looked up, stared at Mo Wentian and the others, and asked, "And why should I agree to that?"

Instantly, everyone’s gaze turned cold.

Ye Wushuang paid them no mind and continued, "This ore vein was discovered by my Lingxiao Army. It is already my property. I can’t think of a single reason why I should have to share it with any of you."

"Finders should get a share. Even though your Lingxiao Army found it first, we also sensed its presence. A ten-percent share for each is hardly excessive,"

Jing Hui said coldly.

"How ridiculous!" As soon as the words were out, Ye Wushuang sneered and stared at Jing Hui. "Finders get a share, you say? By that logic, I’ve seen the wealth and resources of your Jing Family. Are you going to take them out and give everyone a share?"

"That belongs to my Jing Family. Why should I give it to you?"

A Jing Family Elder snorted.

"This Profound Wood Black Gold Vein was discovered and occupied by the Lingxiao Army. It now belongs to me, Ye Wushuang. So why, exactly, should I give it to you?"

Ye Wushuang retorted with a cold smile.

"You...!"

The Jing Family Elder’s face flushed red with anger at the retort, but he was left speechless. When it came to a battle of wits, he was no match for Ye Wushuang.

At that, Dongfang Zhan, who was standing off to the side, gave a wry smile. He had to hand it to Ye Wushuang’s sharp tongue.

"Ye Wushuang, you should think this through. All you have here is the Lingxiao Army. If a real fight breaks out, your small force won’t be able to stop all of us,"

Zong Shuai threatened, his eyes filled with killing intent and hatred as he stared at Ye Wushuang.

The moment he saw Elder Demon Bai and the other two appear, he knew with certainty that the Zong Family had been annihilated by Ye Wushuang.

The others heard this and also watched on coldly. If Ye Wushuang refused, they would all attack together.

With several Major Influences and over a hundred Nirvana Great Powers combined, destroying the Lingxiao Army would be as easy as flicking a finger.

They hesitated to make a move. For one, they were wary of whatever trump cards Ye Wushuang might be holding. For another, no one wanted to lead the charge, as that would mean paying a disastrous price.

A price that could very well drag their entire faction into the abyss.

However, they were confident that Ye Wushuang would have to be wary of their combined threat.

But they had underestimated Ye Wushuang.

"I don’t believe you. In fact, I’d like to see you try."

Ye Wushuang’s domineering response made everyone’s expression freeze.

Many people exchanged glances, stunned. They never expected Ye Wushuang to be so overbearing and unyielding, showing no hint of concession or fear.

"Of course, I am not a greedy man. I can share the ore vein."

Just as the crowd’s expressions were turning ugly, Ye Wushuang spoke again, catching them off guard.

"What are your terms?"

Jing Hui asked coldly, his guard up.

"My terms are simple. I will stand right here, and any of you are free to challenge me. If any one of you can defeat me, I will agree to divide the ore vein. Furthermore, I will give my own share to whoever is victorious."

Ye Wushuang stated, his tone deceptively casual.