Maha Continent.
Maha Ancient Clan.
Boom!
The desk shattered into pieces as Maha Tian, the patriarch of the Maha Ancient Clan, slammed his palm down, his fury erupting like a volcano.
"Outrageous!"
"Courting death!"
Maha Tian was absolutely livid. He had just received shocking news:
His betrothed, the Holy Maiden of the Ancient Buddha Clan, Qing Yanjing, was set to marry the rising star of Skylaw Continent, the new master of Heavenly Sovereign Manor—Zhou Yi.
Although Zhou Yi had been making waves recently, he was nothing more than a lucky upstart who had inherited the legacy of a Heavenly Emperor.
What qualifications did he have to compare with Maha Tian?
Even if an ancient Heavenly Emperor were alive today, he would still have to show due respect to the Maha Ancient Clan.
And yet, Zhou Yi dared to take his fiancée?
He must have a death wish!
As for the Ancient Buddha Clan, they had long since fallen to the bottom of the Five Great Ancient Clans, relying solely on the longevity of the old relic, Futu Xuan, to maintain their status.
Without Buddha Xuan and the Ancestral Pagoda, the Ancient Buddha Clan would have lost their place among the Five Great Clans ages ago.
And now, they dared to break off the engagement?
Did they take the Maha Ancient Clan—and Maha Tian himself—for fools?
"That senile old fool, Futu Xuan, must have lost his mind! It seems the world has forgotten the might of the Maha Ancient Clan!"
Maha Tian's fury burned fiercely. As a Saint-Grade Heavenly Supreme and the patriarch of the Maha Ancient Clan, he was a peerless force within the Great Thousand World. He could not afford to lose face over this.
"Go and ask Futu Xuan what he means by this!"
He had already received word that the Ancient Buddha Clan was making preparations for Qing Yanjing's wedding to Zhou Yi, with wedding invitations being sent far and wide.
The day of the grand wedding was also set to be the day Zhou Yi officially established his Heavenly Sovereign Manor.
"Zhou Yi… no matter where you came from, even with the Heavenly Emperor's inheritance, do you truly think you are the Heavenly Emperor himself?"
Maha Tian's expression turned sinister, his voice brimming with murderous intent. "Even a Heavenly Emperor would not dare steal my woman!"
"You dream of a joyous double celebration? I'll turn your wedding into a funeral!"
His killing intent surged. He had no intention of striking immediately.
He would wait until Zhou Yi's manor-opening ceremony and wedding, and in front of the countless powerhouses of the Great Thousand World, he would personally crush Zhou Yi. Only then would his humiliation be cleansed, and the world be reminded of the consequences of offending the Maha Ancient Clan.
Several days later.
The messengers Maha Tian had sent to confront Futu Xuan had returned.
"Patriarch, Futu Xuan said he respects Qing Yanjing's wishes and has officially annulled the engagement."
"Very well! That senile old fool is truly asking for trouble!"
Maha Tian's gaze turned frigid. "Once I deal with that insolent brat Zhou Yi, I'll settle accounts with the Ancient Buddha Clan!"
"Patriarch, what is Futu Xuan thinking? No matter Zhou Yi's status, background, or strength, how could he possibly compare to you? Why would he choose Zhou Yi?"
"Isn't it obvious? The Ancient Buddha Clan has no successors! They are barely standing because of that old relic Futu Xuan! Once he dies, who will they rely on?"
Maha Tian sneered. "The only ones with a sliver of hope for advancement are Xuan Guang and Mo Tong, but their chances of reaching the Saint-Grade are slim at best. Clearly, they are hoping Zhou Yi will join their clan through marriage!"
"So that's how it is!"
As time passed...
Meanwhile, Qing Yanjing kept a close watch on Zhou Yi, ensuring he didn't bully her sister.
Zhou Yi, frustrated, had no choice but to teach her a lesson in return.
To her dismay—or delight—she was left breathless with laughter each day.
At the same time, news of Zhou Yi's upcoming wedding and the grand opening of his Heavenly Sovereign Manor spread like wildfire across the Great Thousand World.
Once it was revealed that Qing Yanjing was not only the Holy Maiden of the Ancient Buddha Clan but also an Eight Divine Veins wielder, the world was shaken.
A true divine maiden!
And more shocking still—she was originally Maha Tian's betrothed!
"My god, I thought it was impressive enough that the Great Sovereign Zhou Yi conquered Skylaw Continent and took control of the Ancient Haven Palace! But I was too naive—he even cuckolded the patriarch of the Maha Ancient Clan! That's insane!"
"I wonder what Maha Tian is feeling right now?"
"What do you think? Any man would be furious, let alone someone like Maha Tian!"
"I have a feeling the wedding day is going to be entertaining!"
"Maha Tian will never let this slide. He will undoubtedly confront the Heavenly Sovereign. The question is, can the Heavenly Sovereign withstand Maha Tian's wrath?"
"Zhou Yi may have taken control of Skylaw Continent, but the strongest he has on his side are Immortal-Grade Heavenly Supremes. The Maha Ancient Clan is the strongest of the Five Great Clans, with an ancient heritage beyond comprehension. Zhou Yi is merely a newly ascended Saint-Grade—he is vastly outmatched!"
"Not necessarily. Zhou Yi has aligned himself with the Ancient Buddha Clan. Even though they have declined, they are still one of the Five Great Clans. With their combined strength, they might stand a chance against Maha Tian."
"Besides, would the Maha Ancient Clan really risk an all-out war over a fiancée? Fighting both the Ancient Buddha Clan and Zhou Yi to the death would be a costly endeavor!"
Across the Great Thousand World, countless powerhouses debated fervently. Even those who had not planned to attend Zhou Yi's wedding now found themselves intrigued, eager to witness the inevitable clash between Zhou Yi, the Ancient Buddha Clan, and the Maha Ancient Clan.
Northern Heavens Continent.
Myriad Phoenix Spiritual Academy.
Autumn Spirit Courtyard.
A stunning, coldly elegant woman leaned against the railing, gazing at the latest news in her hands.
The new master of Skylaw Continent.
The heir to the Ancient Haven Palace.
The Great Sovereign Zhou Yi.
"Zhou Yi… could it really be him?"
The Academy's Headmistress, Tang Qiu, had a complicated look in her eyes.
Hearing Zhou Yi's name, she couldn't help but recall the shameless man who had once barged into her hot spring…
"That scoundrel… is he really that powerful?"
Her body tensed slightly at the memory.
Skylaw Continent.
Great Havenlaw Domain.
Ancient Haven Palace.
Today, the palace was more crowded than ever before. Even the most arrogant powerhouses had to act with humility here.
Suddenly—
Boom!
A luxurious golden war chariot descended from the sky, radiating dazzling light and an overwhelming presence.
A golden-haired figure stepped out, exuding a supreme aura that commanded the heavens.
Countless powerhouses trembled.
"The Western Battle Emperor has arrived to congratulate the Heavenly Sovereign on his manor's grand opening and wedding!"
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