Mu Chen was indeed surprised; this place was truly beautiful, and with spiritual energy two to three times richer than other places, Sacred Dao Mountain was rightly named as a sanctuary for saints to cultivate.
Thus, the trio observed various sights along the way, ultimately arriving at the martial arts arena. At the grand martial arts tournament, mighty warriors from all around had gathered.
Moreover, on their way here, it wasn’t just the young talents who kept glancing at the three women; after all, the women were exceptionally beautiful, each possessing the charm to overthrow a country, surpassing even the most revered goddesses of their respective sects. Indeed, they were even more stunningly voluptuous, causing many to drool.
Mu Chen couldn’t help but admit that beauties were indeed popular everywhere.
The martial arts arena was as large as a soccer field, with seats around for spectators, and at the center of it all was the martial arts stage, built with marble and imbued with various arrays, which made it rather peculiar.
While it couldn’t be described as a sea of people, there were no less than three thousand present. There were the genius forces from Ju Country, the various sect forces from Yun Country, the Mo Country’s forces, the Curse Clan from Ditte, the Holy Monk Force, the Fist Sect from Luoguo, the Blood Clan from Lan Country, the Church Court from Nuuo Country, the Giant Wolf forces from North Continent, the Mad Python Legion from Jiaqiya, the Blood Rain troops from Man Country, the Ancient Clan from West Continent, and more. In addition, the national weapon, the Military Department from different countries, had joined in, as well as various other unique powers from around the world. The collective strength and power were terrifying.
"Hubby, there are so many people here! It seems almost impossible to get a seat," Liu Yuxi said earnestly.
"The martial arts conference is not just a competition among the forces from different countries in the Martial World; it also serves as a standard to test the balance among the various forces. After all, it’s the inheritance of the Old Ancestor of the Boundless Sea. This time, everyone will go all out," Mu Chen said nonchalantly.
"Alright, but this is so nerve-wracking." The women couldn’t help but feel anxious. Although they were powerful, they did not believe they were the only special ones here; the presence of several capable and extraordinary individuals was naturally terrifying.
"Yun Country has the strongest collective force among the nations, no wonder there are so many trying to suppress Yun Country. Now I understand much clearer," Mu Chen said seriously, observing the foreign powers and domestic forces.
"Evil God." At that moment, Hades appeared instantly behind Mu Chen, a sinister smile playing on his lips.
"What, you also want to comprehend the stele?" Mu Chen turned and asked Hades.
"If there’s benefit to be had, naturally I’ll contend for it. But have you lost your power, Apollo?" Hades inquired.
"I lost it, but it has returned," Mu Chen said with a smile.
"That’s good to hear. You’d better be careful lately, those people have put you on their death list."
"I already know, but no worries. The ban hasn’t been lifted, and the Martial World is not yet in utter turmoil. I fear no one."
"The strife in the Martial World, without the Demon Clan, everyone wants to unify it. The control of the whole world and the war among humans is what’s truly frightening," Hades said again.
"Brother Netherworld King, you see things even more broadly than I do. However, there’s nothing to be done; some things are just destined."
"You really shouldn’t choose a side; being so indecisive, you’ve offended forces both within and outside your country."
"I don’t want to offend them, but there’s no choice. They keep provoking me, and you know my personality — whoever dares to bully, I crush."
"That’s true. I hope you continue to be victorious!" Hades said, before blinking away into non-existence.
"Hubby, who is that person?" the women immediately asked.
"Netherworld King, a very interesting person."
"Hades, is he also a god?"
"Mhm, he controls the Netherworld. Even though he no longer has a heart, his strength is still defying the heavens.
"Not bad. Just hearing the name ’Netherworld King’ makes me feel he’s an impressive person," the women earnestly said.
"Don’t worry, your hubby will catch up to him."
"Got it, hubby. But what should we do next?"
"Find a place to sit down, and then wait for it to start," Mu Chen said with a smile.
"Okay." The three women nodded.
Subsequently, Mu Chen and the three women quickly found four spots to sit down, though they were in a corner, as all the good seats had already been taken by others.
"Evil God, I hope you are well!" Thunder God appeared behind Mu Chen and spoke indifferently.
"Where are Moon God, War God, and Death God?" Mu Chen asked with a smile.
"The three of them are concentrating on cultivating their realms, restoring their strength. They know they don’t have the power to touch and understand the stele, so they did not show up," Thunder God explained lightly.
"They’re quite aware of their own limits," Mu Chen said with a cold chuckle.
"Evil God, I’m here to warn you. Don’t harbor any delusions. In this world, if you’re not a friend, you’re an enemy. With your extraordinary talent, you either make friends or make enemies—do you understand what I mean?"
"I don’t want to choose anymore. Can’t I just be myself?"
"As a god in the Martial World, can you really not choose?"
"Interesting, very interesting. Sadly, what you say is pointless. I do things my way," Mu Chen retorted.
"I hope you still carry this arrogance and confidence when you’re on your deathbed," Thunder God said before blinking away and disappearing.
Thunder God had come to coerce Mu Chen into joining them, but since Mu Chen refused, they could only be enemies.
"Hubby, why do these people enjoy seeking you out so much?" Su Fei asked.
"They see me as very formidable, so naturally, they want to pay attention to me," Mu Chen said with a smile.
Truth be told, Mu Chen only recognized those gods with whom he frequently interacted; he didn’t know any of the others. Thus, those who sought him out were Thunder God and Netherworld King, among others.
"Hubby, someone’s coming," Liu Yuxi said as she looked towards the martial arts stage.
"Mhm, these people are from the Saint Dao Sect, hosting the martial arts conference," Mu Chen commented lightly.
"Hubby, is the Saint Dao Sect very powerful?" Shui Linglong inquired.
"The Sacred Dao Mountain has a very powerful person named Holy King. The Holy King isn’t just in the Holy King Realm; rather, he represents the strongest among the Holy King Realm. But that’s just what some people think," Mu Chen replied indifferently.
"If the Holy King Realm is the strongest, then no one has surpassed it. The Saint Dao Sect is so powerful," the women said, their faces changing drastically.
"The Saint Dao Sect is indeed powerful, but many other forces are formidable as well. In the Martial World, there are no absolute leaders or strongest entities, only united forces, which are the most fearsome," Mu Chen said quietly.
"Unity, yes. If the forces of Yun Country were united, it would definitely be frightening," the women nodded in agreement.
"It’s impossible for Yun Country to truly unite. In the Martial World, there’s no division by nation, only by strength. Survival is what you’ll come to understand in time. Let’s now see how the Saint Dao Sect arranges the next events!"