The Sword God of the Universe

Chapter 2557: Chapter 2557: A Change Is Coming

Numerous prominent figures have gathered at Yama Palace, an event rarely seen throughout history.

”Palace Master, Sima Tianyang from the Sima Family has already arrived at our Yama Palace.” A red-robed Killing Star standing beneath the magnificent throne bowed and informed Yu Hentian.

”Hmm!” Yu Hentian nodded.

”The Sima Family Master has arrived, yet Tianyin Building still hasn’t responded to us?” A strange light flickered in Yu Hentian’s eyes.

The fact that the Sima Family Master came personally indicates the Sima Family will be involved in this matter. It is widely known that Tianyin Building has a special relationship with the Sima Family; the Building Owner of Tianyin Building and the ancestor of the Sima Family are as close as brothers. With the arrival of the Sima Family Master, why has Tianyin Building remained unresponsive?

”Reporting to Palace Master, Tianyin Building indeed hasn’t responded at all. We have inquired multiple times, but they have provided no feedback whatsoever.” The red-robed Killing Star shook his head.

”Forget it! Whether Tianyin Building joins us or not, it won’t significantly influence the outcome. Since they are unwilling to participate, they shouldn’t expect to gain any benefits when the time comes.” Yu Hentian waved his hand dismissively.

He suddenly stood up and said, ”Apart from Tianyin Building, have all the leaders of other superpowers we contacted arrived?”

”Yes, Sima Tianyang is the last leader of the superpowers to arrive at Yama Palace. Some have not come, but they are leaders of first-tier forces.” The red-robed Killing Star stated.

”Hmm, the extermination summit can soon officially commence. You, inform the leaders of the various forces that the extermination summit will be held in three days’ time. Also, have Chen Feng, Zhao Yijun, and Zhang Motie on standby.” Yu Hentian paced in front of the grand seat and continued, ”As for the Sima Family Master, there’s no need to notify him. He has just arrived, so I will greet him personally.”

”Yes!” The red-robed Killing Star accepted the order and departed.

Not far from the palace group within Yama Palace, Palace Master Yu Hentian appeared personally to welcome Sima Tianyang, master of the Sima Family. The Sima Family is the only family within Kunling Heaven capable of joining the ranks of superpowers through its own strength. Or rather, in the entirety of the Primordial Chaos Immortal Domain, the Sima Family is the strongest among all purely family-based forces.

”Haha, Sima Family Master, you finally arrived.” Yu Hentian laughed heartily and bowed to the person flying toward him.

The person approaching was none other than the current master of the Sima Family, Sima Tianyang. Ahead of Sima Tianyang was a Yama Palace member responsible for guiding him. Like the other prominent figures of superpowers, Sima Tianyang came to Yama Palace alone.

”Ashamed, ashamed, I’ve kept the Hateful Sky Palace Master waiting.” Sima Tianyang quickly bowed in return.

”Sima Family Master, you flatter me. It wasn’t much of a wait at all. I’m already deeply grateful that the Sima Family Master has come.” Yu Hentian laughed.

Yu Hentian personally escorted Sima Tianyang into the palace and, during their casual conversation, informed him that the summit would begin in three days.

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At this moment within Kunling Heaven, everything seemed normal to countless ordinary cultivators. However, to those with keen senses and strong information channels, they knew that perhaps a war capable of changing the Heavenly Domain’s structure had reached its final stage of preparation. This war could break out at any moment.

The heads of various superpowers had quietly departed from their force headquarters, which was clearly abnormal.

”I’ve heard the Sima Family Master has also left the Sima Family stronghold.”

”Hmm, I’ve heard the same. However, even those with relatively high positions within the Sima Family don’t know where the Family Master has gone. They only know that he left alone.”

”This situation is quite similar to the Eight Gods Pill Sect. Mingze Sect Master of the Eight Gods Pill Sect also quietly left the sect headquarters alone.”

”President Jiang Yue of Tianji Trading House did the same. My elder brother, who holds a significant managerial position within Tianji Trading House, heard some rumors suggesting it might be related to the Thunder Domain.”

”Regardless of the plan, the Jade Flame Business Association is also involved. The joint president of the Jade Flame Business Association has been missing for several months.”

”I’ve heard that Diao Rong Heavenly Lord has surfaced once again. Ever since City Lord Jing Yan of Hongmeng City seized the Immortal Venerable Tower from Diao Rong Heavenly Lord, Diao Rong Heavenly Lord vanished from sight. But recently, it seems someone has seen Diao Rong Heavenly Lord appear.”

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Similar discussions were quietly spreading through the Heavenly Domain. Of course, such information was held by those with swift communication abilities. Ordinary cultivators were completely unaware of this.

Indeed, ordinary cultivators could not possibly have the opportunity to know the movements of those powerful force leaders, nor could they know whether those prominent figures had left their respective headquarters.

But from the sporadic information gathered by those with keen intelligence, they gradually reached a conclusion. Faro Heaven might be on the cusp of transformation; a wide net targeting the Thunder Domain had already been cast. Currently, the Thunder Domain essentially refers to Hongmeng City. If someone intends to target the Thunder Domain, it naturally means they will target Hongmeng City.

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Hongmeng City, City Lord Mansion!

Jing Yan sat in the hall, using a communication magical treasure to transmit messages to someone.

”Chairman Meng Kun, the decision is in your hands; when have I ever pressured you?” Jing Yan said with a smile.

At this moment, the person Jing Yan was communicating with was Chairman Meng Kun of the Golden Toad Commerce.

On the other end, Chairman Meng Kun was visibly distressed.

Considering that Yama Palace spearheaded the formation of an alliance among numerous major forces, such a matter as a chairman of Golden Toad Commerce, Meng Kun, obviously wouldn’t be ignorant of. As early as a few months ago, Meng Kun had contacted Deputy City Lord Wuxia. Today, Chairman Meng Kun directly sought out Jing Yan for a discussion.

”City Lord Jing Yan, you’re feigning ignorance again. Nowadays, who doesn’t know that Golden Toad Commerce is tied inseparably to Hongmeng City?” Chairman Meng Kun sighed helplessly.

”Chairman Meng Kun could also explain the situation to Yu Hentian of Yama Palace. As long as Yu Hentian trusts you and believes in Golden Toad Commerce, surely there’s room for negotiation. Everyone could sit down and talk; what’s beyond reconciliation?” Jing Yan said with a laugh.

”City Lord Jing Yan truly can jest. As for Yu Hentian, he’s not one easy to reason with. Furthermore, over these twenty thousand years, Golden Toad Commerce has obstructed Yama Palace’s assassinations multiple times. I’d bet Yu Hentian has kept a meticulous record of every instance. If I were to visit Yama Palace, I’m afraid I wouldn’t return.” Meng Kun responded, troubled.

”In that case, there’s no solution! Chairman Meng Kun, telling me all this won’t help; now it’s them forming an alliance, while Hongmeng City is in a passive position! Even if I were to concede, would they abandon their plans?” Jing Yan sighed and continued, ”Chairman Meng Kun, the choice is yours. All I can say is the risk is substantial, but if we win, the rewards are even greater!”

”Alas, do I have any other choices? City Lord Jing Yan, I’ve already ordered the assembly of Golden Toad Commerce’s Immortal Venerable level experts.” Meng Kun said.