"Li Qinghou?"
Those present pondered.
The Jade Pool Holy Land was adjacent to the Central Region, and their knowledge of Central Region affairs was quite clear.
Furthermore, the Jade Pool Holy Land had a slight historical connection with the Profound Heaven Holy Land.
Therefore, everyone present knew of Li Qinghou.
Li Qinghou was a figure who had risen to prominence not long ago.
Discovered by the Profound Heaven Holy Land due to his terrifying talent, he had entered the Holy Land.
Following that, his cultivation soared, and he quickly became a Holy Son of the Profound Heaven Holy Land.
It was worth noting that the Profound Heaven Holy Land was the foremost Holy Land in the Central Region.
And there were a total of five Holy Sons in the Profound Heaven Holy Land.
Li Qinghou was the fifth Holy Son.
However, he was universally referred to as the Profound Heaven Holy Son when outside.
It was said that after becoming a Holy Son, Li Qinghou had been in seclusion. To everyone's surprise, he appeared at the Jade Pool Holy Land today.
Meanwhile, Xu Chuan frowned as he looked at the young man before him.
Clearly, the two had never met before, and Xu Chuan had not even heard of this person.
Yet, upon his arrival, he displayed significant hostility towards Xu Chuan.
Xu Chuan sensed it immediately.
This left him feeling somewhat bewildered.
But he began to become vigilant.
This person might not be a benevolent figure, and he might even be here for him!
"May I ask why the Profound Heaven Holy Son has graced us with his presence?"
the Jade Pool Holy Lord inquired.
No one visits without a reason; Li Qinghou's journey from the Central Region to the Jade Pool Holy Land must have a purpose.
It was just unclear what that purpose was.
"To be honest, Senior, I am indeed here on a mission."
Even when facing the Jade Pool Holy Lord, Li Qinghou maintained an arrogant demeanor.
It was as if he completely disregarded the Jade Pool Holy Lord.
He even placed himself on the same level as the Jade Pool Holy Lord.
This behavior displeased everyone present, including the Jade Pool Holy Lord.
However, due to his status, they could not openly object.
"Speak, what is it?"
The Jade Pool Holy Lord's previous affability had waned.
She asked plainly.
Li Qinghou paid it no mind and, in front of everyone, delivered earth-shattering news.
"According to the calculations of the Heavenly Dao by the seniors of my Holy Land, the tomb of an Emperor Venerable is about to emerge, and its location is within this Eastern Domain!"
"The specific location is not yet clear."
"Therefore, the Holy Lord has dispatched me to explain the situation to you, Senior, and to collaborate with the Jade Pool Holy Land in exploring this Emperor's Tomb."
Li Qinghou spoke with utmost confidence.
When mentioning the Emperor's Tomb, it was as if it were already within his grasp.
He did not consider the possibility of failure.
"What? An Emperor's Tomb?!"
"An Emperor's Tomb is about to appear in the Eastern Domain?"
"It seems another storm is brewing!"
As soon as Li Qinghou finished speaking, the people of the Jade Pool Holy Land could not help but erupt into excited discussion.
An Emperor's Tomb!
The resting place of an Emperor Venerable!
The treasures within were self-evident!
Perhaps, there might even be a method to break through to the Emperor Venerable realm!
The Profound Heaven Continent had not seen an Emperor Venerable in far too long.
Now, the emergence of an Emperor's Tomb was bound to stir up a great upheaval across the entire Profound Heaven.
Countless lives would likely be lost in the ensuing struggle.
And at this moment, they were among the first to receive the news, thus gaining a significant advantage!
As soon as the Emperor's Tomb appeared, they could be the first to arrive and seize its treasures!
Upon hearing this news, even the Jade Pool Holy Lord felt a stir of ambition.
Like all other Half-Emperors, she had spent her life pursuing the Emperor Venerable realm.
Yet, no matter what, she could not take that final step, nor did she dare to.
It was as if something was missing.
Moreover, before the mystery of the Emperor Venerable's disappearance was solved, even if one could take that step, no one dared to.
This was the true reason why no Emperor Venerable powerhouses had been born on the Profound Heaven Continent for countless years.
Now, the appearance of an Emperor's Tomb offered her hope for a breakthrough.
If she could uncover the secrets of an Emperor Venerable within the tomb, perhaps she could achieve her breakthrough!
Hearing this, a ripple of emotion also stirred within Xu Chuan.
He hadn't expected the news of the Emperor's Tomb to leak so quickly.
It seemed he was not the only one aware of the impending emergence of the Emperor's Tomb.
However, he was not particularly worried.
With Lin Tian, the "treasure delivery boy," around, the greatest opportunity within the Emperor's Tomb would still be his!
No one else would get their hands on it!
At this moment, Li Qinghou still wore a devilishly charming smile.
It was as if everything before him was unfolding exactly as he had predicted.
"However..."
Li Qinghou's tone shifted.
"However, what?"
"However, the seniors of my Holy Land have deduced that only cultivators below the sixth layer of the Heavenly King realm can enter this Emperor's Tomb."
"Therefore, I kindly request that Senior dispatch cultivators from the Jade Pool Holy Land below the sixth layer of the Heavenly King realm to accompany me!"
Li Qinghou explained with ease.
As soon as he finished speaking, many powerful individuals' faces darkened.
Their cultivation had surpassed the sixth layer of the Heavenly King realm, making them ineligible for the Emperor's Tomb.
This blow was immense.
It was like seeing a mountain of gold before them, yet being unable to reach it due to an insurmountable wall.
"Understood. I will make the arrangements."
Although she could not personally participate, the Jade Pool Holy Lord did not give up.
With Li Qinghou leading the way, her Holy Land's gains would not necessarily be diminished.
Suddenly, Li Qinghou's gaze shifted to Su Miaoyin.
He spoke, "Is this your Holy Land's Saintess?"
"Let her accompany me. I will protect her well!"
Without even seeking Su Miaoyin's consent, he demanded that she go with him.
Furthermore, he completely disregarded Xu Chuan beside her.
This sparked a flicker of anger within Xu Chuan.
However, out of respect for the Jade Pool Holy Lord's standing, he did not erupt on the spot.
Instead, he calmly stated, "There is no need to trouble this Fifth Holy Son!"
"I will take care of Miaoyin!"
"If you can go to this Emperor's Tomb, so can I!"
Xu Chuan emphasized the word "fifth," intending to make Li Qinghou uncomfortable.
Clearly, Xu Chuan succeeded.
Upon hearing "Fifth Holy Son," Li Qinghou's face twitched, and anger surfaced.
Ever since becoming a Holy Son, he detested being called the Fifth Holy Son.
Even when traveling, he always announced himself as the Profound Heaven Holy Son.
Now, Xu Chuan had exposed his vulnerability to his face.
"What right do you have to claim you will take care of the Jade Pool Saintess? Are you worthy?!"
Li Qinghou rebuked.
He did not recognize Xu Chuan and was unaware that Xu Chuan was the Taiyi Holy Son.
He merely saw someone who hadn't even reached the Heavenly King realm daring to mock him.
"Senior of the Jade Pool, have the rules of the Jade Pool Holy Land changed such that any stray cat or dog can enter?"
"Having the Jade Pool Saintess associate with such a person, are you not afraid it will debase the Jade Pool Holy Land's reputation?!"
Li Qinghou showed no mercy, directly attacking Xu Chuan with venom.
Even with Xu Chuan's good temper, he couldn't help but become angry!
"Noisy!"
Instantly, Xu Chuan unleashed his full aura, and a terrifying divine might pressed down upon Li Qinghou.
Boom!
The powerful aura directly forced Li Qinghou to his knees, his legs buckling, and he prostrated before Xu Chuan.
"Now, tell me, who is the stray cat or dog?"
Xu Chuan looked down at Li Qinghou, his voice cold as he questioned.