380: This time, let him be buried under the ancient Bodhi tree

On the platform, the people who were originally sitting rose to their feet, startled.

Beams of light converged on Lin Xiu.

Looking at the two sides in a stalemate, Xiao Yan, Xun'er, and others were already preparing to take a stand, but were stopped by Gu Qingyang, who was leading the Ancient Clan.

"Don't worry, Brother Lin is not a reckless person. He must have his reasons for doing this. What's more, those people from the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan don't look like Brother Lin's opponents."

Gu Qingyang had been observing the situation and had a general idea of the strength of each faction on the platform.

"Lin, Lin Xiu, you're too overbearing. You haven't even become the number one power in the Central Plains. I can't even look at you now. Does this mean that if your Cultivation Alliance grows stronger in the future, you'll kill someone's entire family just for looking at you?"

Feng Qing'er's almond eyes widened as she spoke with resentment.

"If you weren't staring at me, why would I suddenly attack?"

Lin Xiu looked at her indifferently, his tone carrying a hint of confusion, "It seems I haven't done anything to harm the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan. Why do you hate me so much?"

"No? Do you think we didn't enter the Ancient Ruins later? Taking away the dragon phoenix origin fruit alone makes it impossible for our Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan to coexist with you!"

Feng Qing'er's voice seemed to be squeezed out from between her teeth, carrying a chill.

After the Ancient Ruins incident, the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan became a laughingstock.

Especially after discovering the lingering aura of the dragon phoenix origin fruit within the ruins, the entire clan was shaken.

A single dragon phoenix origin fruit could potentially allow the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan to produce an Ancient Heavenly Phoenix.

The future status of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan had the chance to be infinitely elevated.

However, this beautiful dream was shattered.

Moreover, that fruit might have even fallen into the hands of the Void Ancient Dragon.

The Void Ancient Dragon was their Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan's mortal enemy!

Coupled with the Wind and Thunder Pavilion incident, new and old grudges intertwined, so how could Feng Qing'er restrain herself when she saw Lin Xiu?

"The dragon phoenix origin fruit was never destined for your Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan."

Lin Xiu said with a serious expression.

In the original work, that fruit was also taken by Xiao Yan and Zi Yan.

"You're spouting nonsense!"

Feng Qing'er couldn't imagine how there could be such a shameless person in the world. She didn't even care about her own image and started cursing.

She tried to pry open Lin Xiu's fingers with one hand, while pointing at him with the other, "Taking the fruit is one thing, but you even refined all the Essence Blood from the bones!"

"Oh, speaking of that, you should actually thank me. There wasn't much Essence Blood in that skeleton. If you had taken it back for bone replacement, many people would probably have died to succeed. I directly helped you avert that danger."

Lin Xiu suddenly remembered.

It seemed Feng Qing'er had indeed activated the Ancient Heavenly Phoenix Bloodline by relying on the Bloodline within the skeleton.

However, this process must have been very arduous and painful.

"You, you, you..."

Feng Qing'er's delicate body trembled violently, her chest heaving dramatically. She was so angry that she couldn't even form a complete sentence.

In a fit of rage, she forcefully pried open Lin Xiu's fingers and bit down fiercely on his tiger's mouth.

With a jolt of power.

Lin Xiu flung Feng Qing'er away.

Fortunately, someone from the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan caught her, preventing her from falling to the ground in an undignified manner.

"Lin Xiu, the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan isn't done with you for what happened last time."

Feng Qing'er's mouth was stained with blood as she stared intently at the figure standing at the front of the crowd.

"If you're not afraid of death, then come."

Lin Xiu didn't care, then motioned for everyone to sit down where they were.

Seeing that the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan dared not make a move, the others also sat down one after another.

Subsequently, Xiao Yan, Xun'er, and others came over to greet Lin Xiu and discuss forming an Alliance.

During this time, Lin Xiu noticed someone constantly staring at him.

It was a black-robed man with long hair casually draped behind him, and a fair, jade-like face.

"Senior, that guy is Hun Yu, from the Soul Clan. Xun'er said he's very unusual and has the qualifications to compete for the position of Soul Clan Chief."

Xiao Yan followed Lin Xiu's gaze, then lowered his voice to introduce him.

Hun Yu's gaze met theirs, and he didn't back down at all. Instead, a faint smile appeared on his face.

The feeling he gave off was completely different from Hun Ya and Hun Li, whom they had encountered before.

On Hun Yu, there was more of a calm and composed demeanor, as if everything was within his grasp.

"It's said that the deaths of Hun Ya and Hun Li are inextricably linked to him."

A figure stood beside him, following Hun Yu's gaze and looking at Lin Xiu.

Hun Yu nodded slightly, "It's been a long time since someone so bold appeared. He's been arrogant for so long; this time, let him be buried under the Bodhi Ancient Tree."

"Are you confident? Lin Xiu seems to have already achieved a Breakthrough to Dou Sheng; he won't be easy to deal with."

The person paused, then cautiously reminded him.

This time, they were all led by Hun Yu, and they only knew that Hun Yu had made many arrangements.

However, they didn't know the specifics.

"I always like to maximize profits. Not only will I take the Bodhi Ancient Tree, but I also won't let go of Lin Xiu, Xiao Yan, or even the Divine Grade Bloodline of the Ancient Clan!"

A faint curve appeared at the corner of Hun Yu's mouth, then his gaze shifted, looking into the distance.

Apparently thinking the time was right, he took two steps forward and suddenly spoke.

Hearing his voice, everyone stopped their conversations.

"Everyone here has a clear goal, and that is the Bodhi Ancient Tree deep within the Ancient Domain. But breaking through the Beast Tide is by no means a one-person effort..."

Facing many gazes, Hun Yu clearly articulated the stakes, proposing the concept of an Alliance.

Many factions present were somewhat moved, discussing animatedly with those around them.

"Brother Hun Yu is right. This time, our Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan will join you in breaking through."

It must have been discussed beforehand, as shortly after Hun Yu's words fell, a man with colorful pupils from the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan was the first to step forward.

And he represented the attitude of the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan.

After agreeing with Hun Yu's proposal, the man provocatively glanced at Lin Xiu.

"The Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan and the Soul Clan have allied?"

Xiao Yan was startled, then pressure appeared on his face.

Yao Chen, beside him, also showed some worry, even contemplating retreat.

Given Lin Xiu's past experiences and current strength, Starfall Pavilion would most likely be accompanying him again.

Once they entered the inner region, if the Soul Clan and the Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan truly joined forces to deal with Lin Xiu, Starfall Pavilion certainly couldn't stand idly by.

However, they wouldn't have the advantage if they started fighting... Yao Chen was a bit troubled. Having lived another life, why could he still not see hope for a Breakthrough to Dou Sheng?

Gradually, the vast majority of people chose to join the Alliance proposed by Hun Yu.

"What about you all?"

Hun Yu actively walked up to Lin Xiu and the others, asking with a smile.

"Lin Xiu, although you have a conflict with our Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan, we are also people who understand the bigger picture. Uniting our strength is more important right now. As long as you are willing to join, I can guarantee that we will not make any small moves along the way. Everyone will work together to solve the difficulties first."

As soon as the colorful-eyed man spoke, he proactively made a gesture of concession.

His words caused those who had joined the Alliance to nod in agreement.

"No need, I have my own plans."

Lin Xiu scanned the two of them, choosing to refuse.

The two's little tricks had already begun at this moment.

Unfortunately, I know the plot, so your little schemes are useless against me.

"Lin Xiu, the threat of the Beast Tide is far greater than you imagine. Combining all forces is the correct way to break through."

A hint of surprise flashed across Hun Yu's face, but his attitude remained calm as he continued to persuade.

The Heavenly Demon Phoenix Clan had even lowered themselves, so why was he still unwilling to join?

This Beast Tide, due to the Bodhi Ancient Tree, was far grander than before.

With those factions, whose strengths varied, even using them to attract firepower might not guarantee getting close to the Ancient Tree.