The Legendary Son-in-law of the Emperor

"We didn't do anything, did we?" Jiuyu countered.

As these words were spoken, the sharp youth and rugged middle-aged man exchanged a glance, somewhat speechless.

"Jiuyu, don't forget, he is the Undying Night Emperor," the sharp youth reminded.

"So what." Jiuyu's expression was calm as he spoke slowly and steadily. "The one who made a move against him was the Heavenly Termination Ancient Emperor. We were merely watching from the shadows. Does he really think he can act against us?"

"Given his usual behavior, it's hard to say..." The rugged middle-aged man rubbed his forehead, feeling somewhat agitated.

"Let's wait and see." The sharp youth sighed slightly.

If outsiders were to know that three former Great Emperors who once dominated the world were here sighing and worrying, one wonders what thoughts that would provoke.

Indeed.

Whether it was Jiuyu, the sharp youth, or the rugged middle-aged man—each had once been a Great Emperor.

Like the Heavenly Termination Ancient Emperor, they too were trapped in this Empty Ancient City, unable to escape.

And more or less, it was all because of Ye Xuan.

For this reason, when the Heavenly Termination Ancient Emperor made a move against Ye Xuan, the three of them were secretly observing, waiting for the right moment to act against Ye Xuan.

Unfortunately, the outcome was beyond their expectations.

Though the Undying Night Emperor no longer possessed an Undying Body, he still remained the Undying Night Emperor.

That fellow, the Heavenly Termination Ancient Emperor, ultimately stumbled.

This blunder made them hesitant to act recklessly.

Even though their strength surpassed the Heavenly Termination Ancient Emperor, until they understood the true cards of Emperor Ye, they definitely wouldn't act carelessly.

Otherwise, they'd be the ones to suffer losses.

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At this moment.

Ye Xuan had already arrived at the front of Jiuyu's estate.

The gate opened automatically, as if welcoming Ye Xuan's arrival.

Similarly, there were two Emperor Generals guarding the gate of Jiuyu's estate.

Upon seeing Ye Xuan's arrival, the two Emperor Generals bowed and saluted, saying, "Greetings, Emperor Ye."

Ye Xuan glanced at them indifferently and said, "Your Jiuyu Great Emperor has been waiting for me, hasn't he?"

The two Emperor Generals remained calm and replied, "We did not know of Emperor Ye's arrival, but the Great Emperor indeed is at the estate. Allow us to inform him."

"Emperor Ye graces us with his presence, how could we hinder him? Proceed now."

At this moment, a lofty, resonant voice transmitted from within, full of supreme authority.

"As you command, Emperor." The two Emperor Generals respectfully obeyed.

"Emperor Ye, please proceed." They made way for him.

Ye Xuan smiled leisurely, speaking unhurriedly, "Long time no see, seems Little Jiuyu has grown quite arrogant."

At these words, the two Emperor Generals lowered their heads, not daring to respond.

Little Jiuyu...

Perhaps only Emperor Ye dared to address Jiuyu the Great Emperor in such a manner.

At the center of the cosmos within Jiuyu's estate, Jiuyu the Great Emperor's face turned noticeably dark upon hearing Ye Xuan's words.

The sharp youth and rugged middle-aged man silently waited, observing laconically.

Jiuyu snorted coldly, saying nothing further.

Back at the front of the estate, Ye Xuan, noticing Jiuyu's lack of response, shrugged and continued walking inside.

Moments later, Ye Xuan stepped into the grand hall.

As he crossed the hall, the stars shifted, transporting him directly to the heart of a universe.

Surrounding him were endless, vast star domains swirling.

Upon entering, one felt as small as dust.

At the center of the universe were three Dharma Forms, enormous like unattainable holy Buddhas.

Previously, just having three Dharma Forms was nothing significant.

Yet now, as Ye Xuan arrived and compared them, he realized these three Dharma Forms were towering at ten thousand feet!

Behind each figure, chaos shrouded them, their aura overwhelming.

Ye Xuan was no bigger than an ant.

Such aura outshone that of the Heavenly Termination Ancient Emperor!

"Emperor Ye."

The sharp youth and rugged middle-aged man bowed, their voices rumbling like thunder.

Though they had previously discussed countering Ye Xuan, now that he had arrived, propriety could not be neglected.

Ye Xuan glanced at the sharp youth and rugged middle-aged man, chuckling as he said, "So it's Gu Tu and Vajra."

"Who would have thought Emperor Ye would still remember us, it's truly a rare honor." The rugged middle-aged man spoke earnestly.

Indeed, the empire title of the rugged middle-aged man was Vajra.

While the empire title of the sharp youth was Gu Tu.

Their era was even before the Heavenly Termination Ancient Emperor, figures of the Ancient Times.

Of course, they all were already deceased in the Empty Ancient City.

"You've all been keeping tabs on me, so I too must keep tabs on you..." Ye Xuan said with a half-smiling look.

The rugged middle-aged man, Vajra Great Emperor, heard this, remained calm, not responding.

But the sharp youth, Gu Tu Great Emperor's mouth twitched slightly, softly saying, "Emperor Ye jests, your past guidance was profound for us, always etched in memory."

Ye Xuan grinned widely, saying, "Planning for a repeat performance?"

Gu Tu Great Emperor narrowed his eyes slightly, replying slowly, "I never said that."

Ye Xuan turned to Vajra Great Emperor.

Vajra Great Emperor looked in another direction, pretending not to see.

"Emperor Ye," Jiuyu the Great Emperor finally spoke slowly.

Behind Jiuyu, chaos shrouded, with what seemed like nine universes revolving, carrying the immense aura behind him.

"You entered the city today, and we just found out, intending on visiting you, yet you arrived here first," Jiuyu stated with a gentle tone.

"I have quite a lot of Golden Essence Copper Coins, how about Emperor Ye stays in the Empty Ancient City a few days longer before departing."

"Are you admitting your fault?" Ye Xuan, hands in his pockets, spoke slowly.

Despite his small stature in this cosmos, Ye Xuan's aura easily overshadowed the three Great Emperors.

Ye Xuan's words instantly froze the atmosphere.

The sharp youth, Gu Tu Great Emperor, glanced at Jiuyu the Great Emperor.

The rugged middle-aged man, Vajra Great Emperor, slowly closed his eyes, lost in thought.

Jiuyu the Great Emperor maintained his expression, facing Ye Xuan, speaking slowly, "What does Emperor Ye mean by this?"

Ye Xuan slowly withdrew his right hand from his pocket, revealing a black willow branch, casually flicking it, speaking slowly, "Did you think I'm here for trivialities?"

"This is..."

As soon as Ye Xuan revealed the willow branch, the faces of the three Great Emperors changed simultaneously.

At that moment, they sensed the arrival of death's threat!

Such a feeling, they hadn't experienced for a very, very long time.

Ever since they were trapped in the Empty Ancient City, they had no concept of death.

But now, the clear sense of death's threat loomed!

Observing the changes in their expressions, Ye Xuan felt satisfied.

"I'll give you time to consider — three seconds."

Ye Xuan spoke plainly.

"Emperor Ye, we truly do not wish to be your enemies!" Gu Tu Great Emperor said urgently.

"I don't want to hear meaningless words," Ye Xuan replied.

"Vajra Emperor Technique, along with a piece of Vajra Emperor Armor," the rugged middle-aged man stated directly.

"Ten bags of Golden Essence Copper Coins and Jiuyu Soul Secret," Jiuyu the Great Emperor replied swiftly as well.

Gu Tu Great Emperor's face changed dramatically, quickly saying, "Gu Tu Dual Swords and Thousand Slaughter Ancient Technique!"

"Now that's the kind of talk I like to hear," Ye Xuan said with a smile.

The three Great Emperors wore somber expressions.

They never expected everything to shift so rapidly.

Ye Xuan's trump card exceeded their anticipations.

"Quickly fulfill your promises. I don't have time to waste with you," Ye Xuan said calmly.

The three exchanged glances, and began reluctantly handing over their items.

The rugged middle-aged man, now looking pained, offered a black Jade Scroll and a piece of black chain mail, which automatically floated toward Ye Xuan.

Jiuyu the Great Emperor opened his palm, manifesting a vague bead, sending it toward Ye Xuan.

Gu Tu Great Emperor hurriedly produced two identical Ancient Swords and an Ancient Jade Scroll.

Ye Xuan accepted each item without hesitation.

Vajra Emperor Armor, Gu Tu Dual Swords.

Both items were truly Great Emperor Immortal Soldiers.

As for Vajra Emperor Technique and Thousand Slaughter Ancient Technique, they were Great Emperor Immortal Skills.

Jiuyu the Great Emperor's Jiuyu Soul Secret, was a top-grade Great Emperor Immortal Skill.

This venture yielded great rewards.

"Emperor Ye, I have a humble request. After cultivating the Vajra Emperor Technique, could you pass it on to a worthy successor..." The rugged middle-aged man asked awkwardly.

Ye Xuan glanced at the rugged middle-aged man, speaking leisurely, "Do you think I need cultivation?"