Suddenly, the figure in black robes let out a fierce cry and struck a terrifying bolt of lightning with a single punch.
Without the slightest hesitation, the punch landed with a force that shattered the terrifying lightning pillar into pieces, which then dissipated into the sky as scattered lightning.
Amidst the thunderstorm, the magnificent and terrifying scene made everyone in the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace hold their breath, especially the three Heavenly Emperors, Holy Cloud Venerable and the others, who knew the fear of a Holy Rank Heavenly Tribulation. However, this scene left them all stunned!
A single punch shattered the Heavenly Tribulation!
This scene deeply shocked them. The power surging within that punch was truly terrifying; even a Transcendent Rank Heavenly Emperor would likely be instantly reduced to ashes under such a punch!
After a moment of stunned silence, the people of the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace finally came to their senses and turned their gazes toward the Holy Pool, where a young man in black robes stood with his hands behind his back. The black robes fluttered in the wind, exuding an aura of supreme authority.
The young man's eyes glowed with a brilliant light, and a fiery red flame appeared behind him, enhancing his already formidable presence, making him resemble a king of flames, overlooking all beings!
The young man in black robes cast a calm yet authoritative gaze over the people of the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace, and a voice filled with dignity echoed throughout the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace.
"From this day forward, I am the master of the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace. Remember my name, the Flame Emperor Xiao Yan!"
The authoritative voice reverberated through the sky, calm yet overwhelmingly domineering, instilling fear in the hearts of all. The vast Holy Flame Heavenly Palace fell into a deathly silence, as if even the air had stopped moving.
The Flame Emperor, Xiao Yan!
This simple yet domineering title echoed clearly in the ears of the tens of thousands of people in the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace, a surge of excitement quietly rising in their hearts, as if their souls were trembling at this moment.
At the same time, an immense pressure from the heavens and earth instantly emanated from the figure in black robes, sweeping through the sky and causing the space within ten thousand feet to tremble violently, making it almost impossible for everyone to breathe, creating an extremely oppressive atmosphere!
Everyone in the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace lowered their heads, not daring to look up at the figure in black robes, for he stood high above them, while they were like ants, seemingly able to be obliterated with just a glance from him.
This was the absolute suppression of a superior over an inferior!
"Saint Rank Heavenly Emperor!"
Xiao Yan stood in the air with his hands behind his back, looking down at the countless figures below, his eyes flickering, muttering to himself, feeling a bit dazed. It had been ten years in the blink of an eye.
Within those ten years, he had undergone nine rebirths. Each rebirth involved the gradual dissolution and rebirth of his flesh, a pain that cut to the core, something no ordinary person could imagine. People often envied his achievements but did not know the price behind them. Talent was certainly important in cultivation, but the most crucial thing was a resilient heart!
After ten rebirths, he had finally reached the Saint Rank!
Now, Xiao Yan finally had the qualifications to rank among the top superiors in the vast world. Although his physical body had only reached the Saint Rank, he believed that his era was about to begin!
"Xun'er, Cai Lin, I said that when I see you again, my name will resound in every corner of the vast world. That day is coming soon, wait for me!"
Xiao Yan then raised his head and looked toward the sky, muttering to himself. In the clouds, two beautiful faces seemed to appear, one elegant and fresh, the other charming and captivating, their beauty mesmerizing all who saw them!
"Subordinates, we pay our respects to the Palace Lord!"
Just as Xiao Yan's thoughts were wandering, three figures suddenly approached and respectfully bowed to him.
"Rise!"
Xiao Yan glanced at the three, Holy Flame Venerable and the others, and smiled lightly. Ten years ago, Xiao Yan had to show them respect, but in just ten short years, their positions had completely reversed.
Holy Flame Venerable and the three Heavenly Emperors looked at Xiao Yan with a bitter smile, their hearts filled with countless emotions. Truly, the world was unpredictable and ever-changing. However, they were extremely pleased that the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace finally had a new master!
"Subordinates, we pay our respects to the Palace Lord!"
Seeing that Holy Flame Venerable and the three Heavenly Emperors had acknowledged Xiao Yan, the ordinary disciples of the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace dared not say anything more.
Moreover, the strength Xiao Yan had just displayed was enough to make them submit. The tens of thousands of disciples of the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace knelt down in unison, paying homage to their new Palace Lord!
The scene was grand, a sea of black figures kneeling on the ground, like a royal audience, stirring the blood of all who saw it!
"Rise!"
Xiao Yan's gaze swept over the surroundings, and with a wave of his hand, an invisible spiritual power swept through the area, instantly lifting the tens of thousands of disciples. His demeanor, though calm and composed, could not hide the aura of a king!
"Thank you, Palace Lord!"
After being lifted, the tens of thousands of disciples looked up at the figure in black robes standing gracefully in the sky, their eyes burning with enthusiasm. At such a young age, to possess such demeanor and strength, he indeed had the qualifications to be the Palace Lord of the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace!
"The new Palace Lord truly has a remarkable demeanor, but I wonder if he has the qualifications and strength to match!"
At this moment, a discordant female voice suddenly rang out from the crowd, and three figures quickly soared into the sky, appearing before Xiao Yan.
The first was a woman in black robes, her beautiful eyes like ice, her appearance quite beautiful, but her face carried a haughty and domineering air, as if she looked down on everyone.
The woman in black robes was named Cold Frost, known as Cold Frost Venerable, the leader of the Cold Clan lineage in the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace and the Deputy Palace Lord. Along with the Holy Clan lineage led by Holy Cloud Venerable, they had been temporarily managing the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace. It could be said that the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace had two Deputy Palace Lords, both of whom had already reached the Transcendent Rank Heavenly Emperor level!
"Cold Frost Venerable, why don't you quickly pay your respects to the new Palace Lord!" Seeing the newcomers, Holy Cloud Venerable's eyes instantly turned cold, her aura rising as she rebuked them. However, her words seemed to have little effect, as Cold Frost Venerable and the two Heavenly Emperor elders behind her remained unmoved.
"Hmph, you, Holy Cloud Venerable, may recognize him as the new Palace Lord, but I, Cold Frost Venerable, do not. This boy does not have the qualifications to become the new Palace Lord of the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace!" Cold Frost Venerable coldly snorted at Holy Cloud Venerable, her icy gaze fixed on Xiao Yan, her eyes filled with a strong challenge.
"Ridiculous! The Ancestor has already decreed that successfully subduing the Holy Spirit Fire qualifies one to become the Palace Lord of the Holy Flame Heavenly Palace. Now that Xiao Yan has subdued the Holy Spirit Fire, he should rightfully become the new Palace Lord. Do you, Cold Frost Venerable, dare to defy the Ancestor's command?!" Holy Cloud Venerable took a step forward, her overwhelming spiritual power sweeping out, her eyes cold, her gaze like a knife, staring at Cold Frost Venerable.
"Don't put such a big hat on me. I will naturally follow the Ancestor's command, but don't forget that the Ancestor also said that to become the new Palace Lord, one must be recognized by both the Cold Clan and the Holy Clan. Otherwise, even if one subdues the Holy Spirit Fire, it is still a delusion to become the new Palace Lord!" Cold Frost Venerable was not afraid of Holy Cloud Venerable, taking a step forward, her terrifying spiritual power surging out, her eyes coldly staring at Holy Cloud Venerable, the two facing off against each other.