"Empty Immortal?"
Ji Mo's mouth twitched. Being mistaken for a great immortal was usually a cause for joy, but the title "Empty" was absolutely unacceptable.
He stated decisively, "My name is Ji Mo, and I am by no means the Empty Immortal."
However, this explanation was not only useless, but Sima Hongfeng's expression became even more ambiguous. He whispered, "Ancestor, there's no need to hide. Your descendant is not an outsider and can be absolutely trusted. According to records, you always lamented the loneliness of masters and your quest for defeat. If you no longer like the title Empty Immortal, changing it to Lonely Immortal would also be excellent."
Ji Mo's face was instantly covered in dark lines. "Go to hell with Lonely Immortal! That title is too shameful!"
He explained again, "Actually, I just came up from the Xuanling Realm. I couldn't possibly be your ancestor."
"That's right! Back then, you, Ancestor, were harmed by treacherous individuals, ambushed and killed, with no remains left. You must have died with unfulfilled regrets, used supreme immortal arts, reincarnated, and lived a second life. Now, the Emperor has finally returned."
Sima Hongfeng's face was filled with fervor. Seeing Ji Mo's stunned expression, he immediately believed his guess was correct and continued, "Ancestor, you don't need to pretend anymore. It's rumored that you love playing with eggs the most and always carry an Yin-Yang Stone Egg with you."
After speaking, he pointed to the stone egg Ji Mo was holding, his wrinkled old face smiling like a chrysanthemum in autumn.
"I really am not..."
At this moment, Ji Mo truly didn't know how to explain. He couldn't possibly say that all of this was the work of a scamming system, could he?
"Ancestor, it's just you and me here. Why be so coy and refuse to admit it?"
Sima Hongfeng was about to persuade him further when he was interrupted by a raspy voice.
"Sect Master, you are truly an idiot. Don't you understand what the Ancestor means? Although he is empty and lonely, he doesn't want outsiders to know he is empty and lonely, so he cannot admit it. Er Lengzi thinks it should be changed to 'I Am Not the Empty and Lonely Immortal,' which is low-key yet profound."
Er Lengzi arrived a step late, also imitating Sima Hongfeng's kneeling bow, and then accused his own Sect Master of lacking perceptiveness.
"I Am Not the Empty and Lonely Immortal?"
Ji Mo was completely bewildered. What kind of sect was the Void Sword Sect? Everyone here was a genuine talent!
What a ridiculous title! Was he trying to make enemies laugh themselves to death?
He absolutely could not stay here. He should find an immortal sect as soon as possible and return to the Xuanling Realm.
He stopped paying attention to the two of them and turned to leave, heading down the mountain, intending to get away from here.
"Sect Master, it's all your fault for not speaking properly. You've angered the Empty Ancestor."
Er Lengzi complained.
Sima Hongfeng was so angry he puffed out his beard and glared. If it weren't for the sect's lack of manpower, he would have surely beaten this fool to death. Clearly, the Ancestor was angered away by you!
The two of them hurriedly chased after him, unable to let Ji Mo leave just like that.
Just then.
A thunderous boom echoed through the sky, and a massive flying boat flew from the horizon.
The flying boat was over a thousand meters long, its hull carved with various mysterious runes, emitting dazzling divine light all over. It was rapidly approaching them.
On the flying boat, a being deliberately exuded overwhelming pressure. Rolling immortal might swept across, enveloping the entire Void Sword Sect.
This posture clearly indicated they were here to cause trouble.
Sima Hongfeng's expression became solemn. When his gaze fell on Ji Mo, he felt a sliver of reassurance, but then immediately became anxious.
The Empty Ancestor had just returned. What kind of strength did he possess? Could he withstand the approaching enemy?
Sima Hongfeng carefully observed Ji Mo but found no trace of spiritual energy fluctuations on him. He couldn't fathom Ji Mo's depth at all.
Ji Mo stared at the flying boat in the sky, his eyes gleaming, but he quickly retracted his gaze. This was the Immortal Spirit Realm, and there might be powerful immortals on the flying boat.
Although he could already act with impunity in the Xuanling Realm, he felt it was best to keep a low profile for now, lest he invite disaster.
"Sima old man, why aren't you quickly kneeling to welcome this seat?"
The flying boat stopped in mid-air, and an arrogant voice rang out. The sound waves were like thunder, shaking the surrounding mountains.
The speaker's tone was incredibly arrogant, as if a supreme emperor was commanding commoners to pay their respects.
The appearance of the flying boat also alerted many powerful beings in the vicinity. They observed secretly and discussed the unfolding events.
"Could it be that the Heavenly Origin Sect can no longer hold back and has decided to completely flatten the Void Sword Sect?"
Someone speculated, as the imposing aura of the person on the flying boat suggested a readiness to unleash slaughter at the slightest provocation.
The flying boat originated from the Heavenly Origin Sect, and the Heavenly Origin Sect was the sworn enemy of the Void Sword Sect.
The vast territory of the Heavenly Origin Sect today had all been seized from the Void Sword Sect.
The Void Sword Sect was founded by the legendary figure, the Empty Immortal, who once shook an entire immortal domain and had a glorious history.
However, what made it great also led to its downfall.
The Empty Immortal was too sharp and lacked worldly wisdom, offending too many enemies, which ultimately led to his tragic death.
Fortunately, his disciples and grandchildren were somewhat capable, allowing the Void Sword Sect to maintain its glory for a long period. But ultimately, with too many enemies, the Void Sword Sect was gradually eroded by various forces and slowly declined.
Now, the Void Sword Sect had lost almost all its territory, with only a few mountain peaks remaining, having degenerated into an insignificant sect.
With the power of the Heavenly Origin Sect, they could have easily swept through the entire Void Sword Sect long ago, but they had not yet made their move.
Some speculated that the Heavenly Origin Sect still had reservations, as the Void Sword Sect had produced many exceptionally talented individuals in the past, and who knew if they had left any hidden trump cards.
Moreover, it was rumored that the Empty Immortal of that year was a cunning old fox. Even though he had been dead for many years, many legends still circulated about him.
Even some veteran powerful beings would change their expression when the Empty Immortal was mentioned.
In recent years, the Heavenly Origin Sect had been deliberately provoking them, testing them in various ways, but the Void Sword Sect had shown no sign of defiance, retreating step by step.
This led the Heavenly Origin Sect to conclude that the Void Sword Sect likely had no reliance or backup, and it was time for their complete eradication.
"Qi Jian, what are you doing?"
Sima Hongfeng straightened his back, trying his best to remain calm.
The Empty Ancestor was watching, and as a descendant, he could not falter.
However, even so, his legs couldn't help but tremble slightly because the opponent's killing intent was too strong.
A burly figure appeared on the flying boat, with leopard-like eyes and a tiger's forehead, glaring fiercely at Sima Hongfeng.
Qi Jian was somewhat surprised. Under such circumstances, where did Sima Hongfeng get the confidence to remain calm? Did he have some backing?
"Hmph, old man, you're just pretending to be calm. Soon, I'll have you scared out of your wits and begging for mercy."
Qi Jian mused inwardly, a cold smile curling on his lips as he leaped from the flying boat.
*Bang!*
Qi Jian deliberately landed heavily in front of Sima Hongfeng, kicking up sand and stones. The dust rolled, all of it flying towards Sima Hongfeng's face.
Not only that, but he also took out a handful of spirit stones and forcefully threw them at Sima Hongfeng's old face: "Sima old man, we, the Heavenly Origin Sect, are kindly buying these few broken mountain peaks of your Void Sword Sect. Take your old, weak, sick, and disabled and scram."
This handful of low-grade spirit stones wouldn't even be accepted by a beggar. It was obvious Qi Jian was deliberately trying to humiliate him.
"You wish."
Sima Hongfeng, his face covered in dust, clenched his fists, trembling with anger.
Ji Mo couldn't stand it anymore. What kind of person was this? He wanted to buy the entire sect with a handful of broken stones. Did he have any shame?
"Oh, oh, getting angry, are we? Go ahead and hit me if you dare."
Qi Jian laughed triumphantly and continued to provoke him.
Then, a crisp slapping sound rang out, and the laughter abruptly stopped.