Chapter 278: Various Forces
The news of the battle inside the grand hall spread like wildfire in the ancient Temple city, in just half a day.
The dissemination of this news undoubtedly caused a great stir in the city.
Most people, upon hearing this news, were completely astonished. If it weren't because they knew the news source couldn't be wrong, anyone would think it was just a joke.
Although the Desert Dynasty's strength wasn't particularly strong, few dared to provoke them. After all, this was a high-level dynasty, and it had several practitioners of the Nirvana realm and the half-Nirvana realm.
However, despite being such a powerful dynasty, they were defeated by Lin Yan, who came from a low-level dynasty.
The unexpected outcome of this event caused a great commotion, which wasn't entirely surprising.
No matter what happened after today, Lin Yan's name would surely resonate throughout the northwest region. Probably, any future trouble, such as rewards offered by other high-level dynasties, would be temporarily forgotten under this reputation.
After all, if someone like Lin Yan could confront the Desert Dynasty, which had practitioners of the Nirvana and half-Nirvana realms, who would dare to have other thoughts? And those with truly considerable strength would also have no interest in doing so.
Evidently, the deterrent effect of the power demonstrated by Lin Yan had reached the level he expected. It was likely that in the future, no one else would attempt to steal the ancient keys from him, which would leave him quite at ease...
As people whispered in amazement, suddenly, two groups of people approached Lin Yan and the others. Upon seeing these two groups, some of those present exclaimed instantly:
"They are... the Honghuang Dynasty and the Youquan Dynasty!"
"Even they are here! It must be because this guy called Lin Yan informed their ears about the destruction of the Desert Dynasty."
Lin Yan frowned slightly upon seeing this and watched as the two groups approached closer and closer. Finally, he could clearly distinguish the appearances of the leaders of both groups. The leader of the left group was a muscular man with a bare torso, with tattoos covering his skin, emitting a primitive atmosphere.
Meanwhile, the leader of the right group was a woman dressed in a black and purple robe, looking cold, with long dark hair and a charming figure that left the surrounding warriors fascinated.
Lin Yan used his mental energy to probe the strength of the two.
In a matter of seconds, Lin Yan had determined that both were in the Nirvana realm but had the ability to advance to the Double Nirvana realm.
Given the astonishment of the warriors earlier, it was evident that these two had a considerable reputation in the northwest region, being considered powerful veterans.
At that moment, the leaders of the two great dynasties approached Lin Yan and greeted him courteously:
"Honghuang Dynasty, Hong Zong, we've met Brother Lin Yan."
"Youquan Dynasty, You Qian, we've met Brother Lin Yan."
"Dayan Dynasty, Lin Yan."
Upon seeing that they had no hostility, Lin Yan relaxed a bit and returned the greeting courteously.
"Heh, let's not beat around the bush. Let's get straight to the point. We haven't come to seek the ancient keys but to propose a collaboration," said Hong Zong, smiling.
Meanwhile, some of the warriors on the side were left dumbfounded. "What did he just say? Collaborate with Lin Yan?"
"It can't be true. They have the ancient keys, and their goal is the same, both are here for the ancient treasure. How could they be seeking collaboration with Lin Yan...?"
The warriors on the side began to discuss among themselves, but Lin Yan ignored their words and responded with a smile.
:"We don't collaborate."
"Lin Yan, brother, don't reject so quickly. Listen to what we have to say," the muscular man hurriedly said upon seeing that Lin Yan didn't want to collaborate.
Lin Yan nodded and allowed him to continue speaking.
Hong Zong continued smiling, "There are many treasure seekers who have come this time, and many of them are from other places."
"And these seekers from other places are even more powerful than us. Perhaps, if we open the ancient treasure, they might plunder it all. However, if we collaborate together, maybe we can prevent that from happening."
"If we collaborate, you take four parts, and we take six. What do you think?"
After hearing these words, Lin Yan frowned slightly. "Powerful enemies from elsewhere, huh? It seems like this ancient expedition will be quite interesting..."
He looked at the two men waiting for his response and considered the offer. Why should he divide something he could take entirely? So, he said again, "We don't collaborate."
Although the two men weren't really surprised by Lin Yan's response, as they expected it, they felt disappointed. If Lin Yan had agreed to collaborate, they would have had less pressure to obtain the treasure.
After hearing Lin Yan's response, the two men said somewhat discontentedly, "If Lin Yan doesn't want to collaborate, then we'll leave. Until next time." Then they turned around and left.
At that moment, Lin Yan suddenly felt a strong presence around him but couldn't locate it. This made him realize that the city wasn't as simple as it seemed. But he didn't pay much attention to it and continued on with his group.
As Lin Yan and the others walked away, several figures appeared on the city wall. One of the men said, "This guy is not to be underestimated. Despite being from a low-level dynasty, he managed to destroy the Devil Rock Dynasty. He's not as simple as he seems."
"The ancient battlefield is vast and endless, with many legacies left by ancient ancestors. If he's lucky, he might stand out. Lin Yan was able to destroy the Devil Rock Dynasty, so it's not surprising." A man beside the first one said with a smile.
At that moment, the man in the white robe leading the group spoke, "It's possible. Haven't you heard of the guy named Tiandao in the northeast region of the ancient battlefield? He also comes from a low-level dynasty, but he inherited the legendary Tiandao Sect. Now he's in the northeast region, and his reputation is at its peak."
"Tiandao..." The figures behind him frowned upon hearing that name. Even the man who had shown a relieved expression before slowly nodded at this moment, with a look of fear in his eyes.
"As far as I know, that guy probably already has the right to enter the Nirvana Board. He's a troublesome opponent. In half a year, the great battle will begin. If we encounter him, he'll also give me headaches," said the man in the white robe, looking towards the horizon as he spoke quietly.
(END OF CHAPTER)
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