The flesh of Zhu Yan, a broken ancient fierce beast, twitched uncontrollably at this moment.

Watching that terrifying presence slowly walk towards it, this ancient fierce beast with a formidable reputation rarely showed a hint of fear.

Clearly similar to the person opposite.

Both are Quasi-Saints.

Yet Zhu Yan could not muster any momentum, as if it were also a mere ant beneath a Quasi-Saint.

"Daoist Lord, the slaughter of the Southern Domain was not my wish."

"The Demon Ancestor commanded it, and I had no choice but to comply."

"You should know that unless forced, few Quasi-Saints would commit such heinous massacres, or entangle themselves in such vast karmic consequences."

"I truly was coerced, I find myself helpless, I beg the Daoist Lord to understand, I plead for the Daoist Lord’s mercy!"

Zhu Yan pleaded for mercy.

In front of all living beings, it had no dignity left and directly knelt before Lin Heng, begging for forgiveness.

"Heaven has virtue in preserving life, I ask the Daoist Lord to give me a chance."

"I am willing to become the Daoist Lord’s mount, thereafter helping the world and redeeming myself!"

"I plead for the Daoist Lord’s mercy!"

This proud ancient fierce beast now displayed utmost sincerity.

Prone and kneeling, murderous intent withdrawn, as if a criminal who had thoroughly repented and cleansed their soul.

This caused the Phoenix Ancestor to lament.

Lin Heng’s aura was incredibly fearsome.

It completely frightened Zhu Yan out of its wits.

"In all under the heavens, to find a Quasi-Saint willing to be a mount of the same level, one wouldn’t find a second one."

"Daoist, such prestige is boundless."

The Celestial Demon Emperor spoke, looking enviously at Lin Heng.

However, Lin Heng’s face showed no reaction; he spoke with an indifferent expression and cold tone:

"You have no opportunity for redemption."

"Your only chance is to atone with your life."

As soon as he finished speaking, he swung his sword.

The Immortal Slaying Sword was like a Celestial Dragon, carrying soul-devouring murderous intent, towards Zhu Yan.

"No, don’t!!"

Zhu Yan’s pupils contracted sharply as blood reversed and condensed into a crimson armor, trying to resist.

But it was facing Lin Heng.

And it was Lin Heng holding the Immortal Slaying Sword!

There was no suspense.

With a thud, Zhu Yan’s body was instantly split into two like tofu.

The terrible Sword Qi remained, rampaging within its broken flesh like a storm.

Within moments, it demolished this Quasi-Saint level ancient fierce beast.

Even its Primordial Spirit had no chance to escape, only letting out a resentful scream before being utterly obliterated by the Sword Qi.

Afterward, the Chaos Taiji Diagram manifested.

Effortlessly devouring everything below, only then did the notification text float across Lin Heng’s mind.

[Congratulations to the host, successfully slaying a Quasi-Saint, Saint’s Breath +2]

As Zhu Yan was slain, Southern Heaven Continent fell briefly silent but quickly erupted into countless living beings’ cheers and waves.

They were excited, jubilant, worshipful, and proud.

This was a legend emerging from Southern Heaven Continent, making them feel akin and proud.

But the mood throughout Vermilion Bird Immortal Sect was incredibly complex.

Especially those Peak Masters from before, who once attempted to confront Lin Heng to preserve the life of Venerable Tianxuan.

But who could have expected.

Several years later.

When the Vermilion Bird Immortal Sect faced disaster, it was him who saved everyone...

"Thinking of back then, it’s truly shameful..."

The feelings among Vermilion Bird Immortal Sect members were mixed and conflicting.

And just then, that entity that easily slew Zhu Yan started walking towards the Vermilion Bird Immortal Sect.

This caused everyone in the sect to involuntarily tense up.

Especially Flame Immortal Master and the other Peak Masters, after a bit of hesitation, they proactively went up to greet him.

When they were close, they all bowed.

"Greetings, Lord of the Dao Court!"

Lin Heng was certainly not unfamiliar with these Peak Masters, especially Flame Immortal Master, who was Yan Tong’s master. However, he didn’t pay much mind to these people, just calmly nodded and walked directly towards Yan Tong.

At this moment, Yan Tong’s graceful body was slightly trembling, her beautiful eyes misty, covering her mouth, seeming somewhat disbelieving the appearance of the person before her.

Until Lin Heng took the initiative to speak: "Miss Yan Tong, have you been well these past years?"

Lin Heng, with a slender figure, graceful Daoist Robe, and a faint smile on his face, greeted an old acquaintance.

Yan Tong hurriedly wiped her beautiful eyes, calmed her excited emotions, and then smiled in response: "I am well."

"That’s good." Lin Heng smiled and nodded, then turned to leave.

"Daoist..." Yan Tong seemed somewhat reluctant, hurriedly extending her hand, but as the words reached her lips, she dared not ask him to stay. However, Lin Heng suddenly remembered something, turned, and asked: "By the way, I now have a foothold in the Eastern Immortal Realm."

"If you wish, you can join the Dao Court. There, you might find better cultivation conditions."

Upon hearing this, a noticeable disbelief and joy appeared in Yan Tong’s beautiful eyes.

But as her gaze fell upon her sect companions, she quickly lowered her head, forcing a smile as she said: "Thank you for your kindness, Daoist, I..."

"Yan’Er."

Before she could finish, Flame Immortal Master suddenly interrupted her. Yan Tong looked puzzled but saw her master bow to Lin Heng and say: "She will go to the Dao Court, this is a great blessing, I thank the Daoist Lord on her behalf!"

"Master..."

Yan Tong’s beautiful eyes flashed, her words caught in her throat.

Flame Immortal Master chuckled: "No need to worry, you have this blessing, and as your master, I am happy for you."

"That’s right, Yan’Er, following this Daoist Lord, you will rise swiftly."

The other uncles chimed in, their eyes showing affection.

They all felt happy for Yan Tong having the opportunity to enter the Dao Court.

However, what they didn’t expect was that the Dao Lord then offered: "If any of you are interested, you can all join the Dao Court together."

"What...?" A group of Peak Masters was astonished, looking at Lin Heng in disbelief.

The Vermilion Bird Sect Leader was rather awkward, never expecting this legendary figure to poach his sect members...

But what surprised him more was when Lin Heng spoke to him the next second: "The Southern Domain lacks a truly repressing force, with the world’s current chaotic situation, such disasters may occur frequently."

"I suggest that you lead the entire Vermilion Bird Immortal Sect to integrate into my Dao Court."

"Uh... What?"

Hearing this, the Vermilion Bird Sect Leader was somewhat dumbfounded.

The Celestial Demon Emperor jokingly remarked: "Daoist, you really are something, not just poaching, but trying to uproot entirely, eh?"

"Oh, by the way."

Lin Heng looked at the Celestial Demon Emperor, seriously saying: "My Dao Court needs your assistance, how about this: you bring the Phoenix Immortal Sect and integrate it into the Dao Court as well?"

"???"

The Celestial Demon Emperor was stunned.