Chapter 2033: 2018: Heavenly Sword Divine Temple

Tianheng Continent, a land ablaze with war! Yet there's a saying that rings true: Heroes emerge in chaotic times!

An era of great turmoil is precisely when heroes, strongmen, and geniuses are born in abundance.

Southeast, northwest, and Central State, the entirety of the world is constantly engulfed in flames of war, yet also continuously sees the rise of strongmen and geniuses!

Once, the Nine-star Martial Emperor was the pinnacle of this world, and now, the "Divine Realm Experts" above Nine-star Martial Emperors are gradually appearing in the Tianheng Continent.

The invasion of alien races has made the Tianheng Continent quite different!

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Wilderness Continent, Sword City!

In the center of Sword City stands a temple-shaped like a sword, piercing heaven and earth, stabbing the firmament!

Merely gazing upon that temple gives Shi Feng an imposing aura as if it could pierce the very sky. This temple is where the Jian Family resides and is named the Heavenly Sword Divine Temple!

At this moment, the white-clothed woman Jian Ran is leading Shi Feng gracefully down towards this Heavenly Sword Divine Temple, and not long after, the two figures land at the entrance of the temple.

"Greetings, Second Young Lady!"

"Greetings, Second Young Lady!"

"Greetings, Second Young Lady!"

...

Upon seeing Jian Ran return, the heavily armored guards at the gate, emanating a murderous aura, immediately knelt and greeted her.

Jian Ran was long accustomed to these guards, not sparing them a glance as she headed straight into the temple.

Though Shi Feng's expression remained calm, his gaze swept over the guards, then followed Jian Ran into the temple.

"Who is he?"

"The Second Young Lady has been away for many days, and now she returns with a man. Could he be here to propose to the Jian Family?"

"This man gives off a feeling of unfathomable depth. I wonder which great force he comes from?"

"The Second Young Lady is indifferent to all. If she's interested in a man, his talent and origins must be extraordinary!"

...

Within the temple, those encountered by Jian Ran and Shi Feng secretly mused in their hearts.

Virtually all encountered individuals speculated about the identity of the black-robed man alongside her.

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The Heavenly Sword Divine Temple is not only grand and magnificent in appearance; within, it's even more impressive, surpassing the imperial palaces Shi Feng has seen in the Tianheng Continent.

"Greetings, Second Young Lady!"

"Greetings, Second Young Lady!"

"Greetings, Second Young Lady!"

...

Wherever Shi Feng and Jian Ran passed, the low exclamations reverberated within the temple. Second Young Lady Jian Ran, of the Jian Family, one of the Five Major Factions, held an extremely noble status, exuding majesty!

"Cousin Jian Ran!"

"Sister Jian Ran!"

"Jian Ran, you truly are back!"

...

Just as Shi Feng and Jian Ran continued deeper into the Heavenly Sword Divine Temple, joyful voices suddenly rang out from in front.

Shi Feng then saw over fifty young men and women emerging from ahead, each smiling as they approached Jian Ran.

These young men and women, all appearing heroic and exceptional, emitted an aura akin to unsheathed sharp swords.

Their aura closely resembled Jian Ran's, indicating that these young men and women were indeed Jian Family disciples!

"Oh, you're here!" Jian Ran said with a grin as she looked at these members of the Jian Family.

When they saw Jian Ran, they all appeared delighted and enthusiastic, though her expression remained rather indifferent.

"Sister Jian Ran, where have you been recently? I searched for you several times during this period but couldn't find you. I've missed you." One young girl, looking just over ten, grasped Jian Ran's hand and spoke, looking up at her.

"Oh, is that so." Hearing the girl's words, Jian Ran merely responded blandly, seeming indifferent.

"Cousin Jian Ran, I've begun cultivating the sword skill, Sky Shattering Sword Cry. Now that you've returned, I still have some unclear points; I'd like to ask your guidance." Said a young man appearing a few years younger than Jian Ran.

"I'll attend to it once I'm free." Jian Ran replied.

"Sister Jian Ran..."

...

Shi Feng, as an observer, could clearly see that these exceptionally talented Jian Family disciples all wished to approach the Second Young Lady.

Even children around ten years old were the same.

However, Jian Ran seemed indifferent and detached to these people, her words filled with perfunctory replies.

Shi Feng even noticed Jian Ran's brow slightly furrowing, revealing a hint of impatience towards these people.

Despite Jian Ran's obvious expression and tone, the people, seemingly accustomed to this, still wore smiles of flattery directed at her.

Subsequently, eyes began focusing on the black-cloaked man beside Jian Ran.

"Jian Ran, who is this?" A young man asked Jian Ran.

Judging from his tone, it was evident he felt displeased seeing Shi Feng walking alongside Jian Ran.

This young man, roughly the same age as Shi Feng and Jian Ran, possessed a Martial Arts Realm at the Eight-star Demigod Realm, qualifying him as a genius.

Shi Feng immediately sensed the youth's hostile scrutiny upon him.

Though a fellow Jian Family member, he hails from a side branch; they might share a common ancestor, but their familial ties are distant.

His ultimate goal is to marry the Second Young Lady of the Jian Family, Jian Ran.

In the future, he aims to become a significant figure within the Jian Family.

"He's my friend." Jian Ran replied to the young man with the same indifference she showed others.

If examined closely, one would notice Jian Ran's attitude towards this individual was even colder than others.

Presumably because he was one of her pursuers.

Though Jian Ran regarded this suitor as foolishly delusional.

To Jian Ran, as the illustrious Second Young Lady of the Jian Family, marrying a side branch member was impossible, despite his realm being one star higher than hers.

Then, Jian Ran addressed the crowd again, saying: "Alright, I have urgent matters to attend to, I'll be off now."

Upon finishing, she turned to Shi Feng and said: "Let's go!"

"Hmm!" Shi Feng nodded gently.

Following this, Shi Feng continued on with Jian Ran, and as they proceeded, the crowd parted to make way for the two of them.

"What is this man's purpose in coming to our Jian Family? What urgent matters could there be?" The young Jian Family member with intentions toward Jian Ran murmured coldly as he watched their departing figures.

An air of chill emerged from him.

Just then, a female voice sounded beside the Jian Family youth, speaking: "Leng Yii, you should be cautious! This man's presence in our Jian Family makes me feel something significant is about to occur."