Though Zhentians tone was very friendly, his words clearly showed his firm attitude.

Daoist Puresun replied: If Daoist Meng must board, I have no choice but to overestimate myself and spar with you.

The crowd was stirred after hearing this. In their eyes, an invincible existence was finally challenged by someone from the younger generation even when the older cultivators would refrain from doing so. They were breathless due to Puresuns audacity.

This was completely different from Ruyan and Jianshi stepping up. The two women knew that they werent Zhentians match, but they had no choice but to fight.

It was different for Puresun. He challenged Zhentian in such a calm manner that it made people suddenly feel as if he was qualified to fight against him, an illusion of sorts.

In the past, Puresun was too reserved and his reputation was inferior to Profounds, so his challenge to Zhentian took the crowd by surprise.

Profound had the biggest reaction to this declaration. His eyes flashed as he was overwhelmed with excitement. He had always brooded about his brother not wanting to compete for the Heavens Will.

He understood just how strong his brother was despite his lackadaisical nature. This was how his brother should act all the time!

Zhentian laughed in response: Gu Chuns four branches are indeed wonderful. There is no denying that the two of you are incredible for being this strong at your age. Im sure I was inferior to you when I was younger, but right now, you are not strong enough.

Some felt great fear after hearing this. They didnt expect the powerful Zhentian to admit that he was inferior to Puresun when he was at the same age!

Being recognized as such was a great honor, a supreme glory of a lifetime. Others would be elated after hearing the praise, but Puresun simply chuckled: There is always a higher step even at the highest level of enlightenment. In terms of cultivation and mastery, I am not your match as you have walked further than me, but there are things in this world that are too unpredictable. Only through fighting will the victor be known. But then again, even Immortal Emperors have lost. Both victory and defeat are merely methods of honing oneself, theres no need to look at them as the deciding factor.

Puresuns style looked exactly like someone who was undefeatable among the younger generation.

Profound was applauding him in his mind. This was his brothers graceful bearing completely matchless in this world! His eyes lit up while waiting to see his brothers true strength because he had never seen it before. Even as the junior brother, he didnt know the extent of Puresuns strength.

Many people found it hard to breathe after hearing this calm response to Zhentian. This type of demeanor proved just how mighty he was.

Well said! At this time, a loud laughter came as someone applauded: It is a shame to have such a great mentality yet not compete for the Heavens Will.

People turned their heads and saw someone quickly approaching. He appeared before everyone in the blink of an eye. Ruyan, Jianshi, and Puresun also smiled after seeing this newcomer.

Fierce is back! Someone shouted right away.

I knew Fierce isnt someone whos afraid of trouble, he definitely wouldnt flee. An expert became very excited after seeing Li Qiye come back.

Some cultivators thought that Li Qiye wouldnt dare to fight Zhentian so he ran. At this moment, this group didnt dare to say anything.

Li Qiye glanced at Puresun and smiled: The grand dao is endless and sometimes, finding a good opponent isnt easy. I hope that I can find such an enemy when the battle for the Heavens Will comes along.

The daoist wryly smiled and shook his head: Im only a mortal and I dont want to become dried bones beneath your feet either.

Li Qiye didnt bother looking at Zhentian, he only talked to Puresun as if he didnt care about Zhentians existence at all.

This attitude annoyed many of the charming spirits present. In their eyes, Zhentian was their pride, so this deliberate show of contempt was the same as slapping their faces! This made many of them scowl angrily.

The Crimsonflame Ancestor was unhappy with this contemptuous act as well. He snorted and said: Li Qiye, my master wants to see you!

After being called out by name, Li Qiye finally looked over at Zhentians carriage and smiled: Whats your business?

This indifferent attitude only made Crimsonflame even more annoyed. Li Qiye was acting as if his master was only a passerby. He couldnt retort since Zhentian interjected: Daoist Li, your means are incredible and have truly brightened my eyes, so I wish to spar with you.

Spar? Li Qiye laughed in response: Very well, whether it is a spar or revenge for your disciple, Ill entertain you.

His directness astounded the crowd. No one thought that Li Qiye would be so ready to accept. He looked like he was trying to get this over with or sending away a stray dog. There was no sign of caution at all. The charming spirits felt a little lost after witnessing this scene. Since Zhentian was quite powerful, Li Qiye should at least put up a more cautious front, but he simply didnt care at all.

Zhentian replied: No, I only wish to learn with you and have no intention of revenge. As for my disciple, his skill was inferior so there is nothing more I can say.

So be it. Li Qiye smiled freely: Do you want a fight to the death or stop appropriately? I am someone who prefers the former under normal circumstances.

The spectators were enraged once more. Li Qiye spoke as if he was facing a nobody who was completely at his mercy, but this was Meng Zhentian! The greatest genius of the charming spirits! His nonchalant attitude was a blatant showing of disdain towards everyone here. The charming spirits glared at him since they felt slighted by his replies!

Daoist Lin and the Extreme Yang Monarch shared this sentiment and had to snort. Their feud with Li Qiye had gone past the point of reconciliation long ago! There was a promising future on the horizon, they thought, after joining Zhentians camp. Once Zhentian becomes emperor, their future would be boundless.

At this moment, they shared honor and disgrace with Zhentian, so how could they not be angered by Li Qiyes disrespectful attitude?

Either way is fine. Zhentian smiled and said: Why dont we have a seat on your boat and slowly take our time to ponder the techniques and the wonderful grand dao

He was not in a rush to fight Li Qiye. After all, the ultimate battle was inevitable once the Heavens Will comes out. He was more interested in what was inside the boneship since his intuition told him of its greatness.

Li Qiye immediately refused: Sorry, not interested. We dont share the same urine pot, so I dont need to invite you onboard. If you want to fight, just come out and well do fight, theres no need for a tea party. If not, then you should go while Im still in a good mood. [1]

Li Qiyes answer made many people glare at him. They knew a fight was inevitable, but Li Qiye maintained his disdainful tone, leaving zero consideration for Zhentian. This was the same as disrespecting all the charming spirits in Heaven Spirit!

[1] A vulgar way of saying theyre not sharing the same path/being in the same camp.