As whispers spread, one major power and important figure after another arrived, all presenting lavish gifts, even those who had previously harbored ill will, hoping to use this opportunity to resolve old grievances.
Otherwise, if the West Empress were to remember them one day and casually swat them into dust, they would have no chance to regret it.
On this day, Yaochi Holy Land was bustling with activity; not only were the human race's heroes present, but even the myriad races from the depths of the starry sky came to offer congratulations, with giants from all sides appearing, truly making it a cosmic grand event.
"Heh heh, how could such a grand event be complete without us?" Just then, an ill-timed voice rang out, sounding rather sarcastic.
"Who are you?" The Palace Master of the Underworld God Palace asked.
Others also cast their gazes, noting that these people arrived so late, carried no gifts, and showed no respect whatsoever.
Whose subordinates were they to be so audacious?!
One had to know, this was the grand ceremony where the West Empress established her own orthodoxy; even several Quasi-Emperors present maintained proper etiquette.
Even if the West Empress had not yet appeared, in such an occasion, who would dare to be disrespectful?
Shaohua gracefully turned around, her eyes slightly narrowed, looking in one direction.
"Speaking of which, we are also neighbors. Hearing that the West Empress is establishing her orthodoxy here, we specifically came to present a congratulatory gift."
It was a woman who looked no older than twenty, her tone somewhat flippant, as she took out a Divine Source no bigger than a fist and directly threw it towards Shaohua.
She had a graceful figure and exquisite beauty, carrying an innate arrogance, her gaze captivating and highly aggressive.
Adding to that, the purple crystal divine armor she wore, her feet untouched by dust, and the divine light enveloping her entire body, made her appear extraordinarily noble and exceptional.
This person clearly had a significant background and was by no means frivolous. Ordinary Saints might not have perceived her terrifying strength, but the several Quasi-Emperors present had already secretly become vigilant, feeling uneasy.
Anyone daring to cause trouble here must have an extraordinary backing!
Perhaps a shocking change was about to occur today.
"Neighbors?" Shaohua took a step, shrinking the ground to an inch, and instantly appeared before that person, extending her slender, fair hand to easily catch the Divine Source, then crushing it in her grasp.
To ordinary cultivators, a Divine Source was naturally an incredible fortune, but to a contemporary Great Emperor, a mere fist-sized Divine Source was simply not worth mentioning.
Which person present hadn't offered rare treasures as gifts? A single Divine Source was utterly unpresentable, offering it was no different from slapping them in the face.
"So, it's a friend from the Primordial Ancient Mine. Then I was rude. Since you've come, you are our guest. Please, take a seat."
While Shaohua crushed the Divine Source with one hand, her other hand had, at some point, rested on the woman's shoulder, with an astonishing divine light blooming between her fingers, clear and dazzling. Though it was a slender, fair hand, it seemed to possess a strength weighing hundreds of millions of jin.
No, it wasn't just'seemed'; she inherited the Holy Body bloodline, cultivated to the realm of an alternative enlightenment, already comparable to a Great Completion Holy Body, and had even bathed in the Overlord's Blood. Beneath her seemingly slender and delicate body lay unparalleled power.
Although the woman in purple crystal divine armor was also extraordinary, possessing a Supreme bloodline and a cultivation of Quasi-Emperor Seventh Heaven, she was simply no match for Shaohua and was directly pressed down to her knees.
Hmm, this wasn't even the banquet area; there were no seats. To say 'kneel and take a seat' actually meant she was kneeling directly before Shaohua on the spot!
The purple-armored woman struggled fiercely, but it was still useless.
She was utterly shocked. As a direct descendant of an ancient supreme being, not having passed three generations, her bloodline had not weakened. She believed herself to be no inferior to the direct children of Great Emperors and Ancient Emperors, yet she never expected to be utterly powerless against this daughter of the West Empress.
One must know, she also carried a secret treasure and forbidden artifact, personally refined by a Supreme, which should have been effective even against an alternative enlightened one.
But encountering Shaohua, it didn't play much of a role. When that hand pressed on her, not only did her shoulder bone shatter, but even that secret treasure cracked.
What kind of West Empress's daughter was this? Had she perhaps encountered the West Empress herself??
Otherwise, how could she be so terrifying!
"West Empress's Daughter, you've gone too far."
At this moment, the person accompanying the purple-armored woman finally spoke. "The two of us came with sincerity. Your actions, are they the West Empress's intention? Are you not afraid of causing conflict between our elders?"
This was a man, very heroic and robust, with a noble bearing, wearing battle armor forged from Great Luo Silver Essence, with some parts even having divine metals melted into them.
He was like an ancient war god, walking out of the primordial ages. Previously, he had restrained his aura and was unremarkable, but now, revealing his sharp edge, he immediately drew everyone's attention.
The guests present were all surprised by these words.
Anyone who could cultivate to the Saint realm could not be foolish. Everyone could see that the man addressed Shaohua as an equal, and the 'elders' he spoke of undoubtedly referred to that supreme level.
Combined with Shaohua stating they were from the Primordial Ancient Mine, there was no doubt: this person must be a Forbidden Zone Child!
"Indeed, people from the Primordial Ancient Mine have arrived after all. A conflict is unavoidable." Someone whispered, seemingly having anticipated this situation long ago.
After all, the location of Yaochi Holy Land was only about ten thousand li from the Primordial Ancient Mine; calling them neighbors was perfectly fine.
A contemporary Great Emperor establishing an orthodoxy here meant she would reside here permanently. What difference was this from a confrontation? It would inevitably provoke the Forbidden Zone Supreme.
"Perhaps we can witness the West Empress make a move. If we can personally witness a Great Emperor battle, it would be worth dying here!"
A white-haired Great Sacred spoke bluntly, causing the complexions of those around him to change drastically. They hastily distanced themselves from him, cursing inwardly.
You old fellow don't have many days left to live, so of course you're not afraid of death. Others don't want to turn into dust in the aftermath of a great battle and can only pray that a fight doesn't break out.
"I don't know you, but I don't care who your elders are. A mere wretch clinging to life, hiding in a forbidden zone, dares to compare himself to my mother? Simply ridiculous!"
Shaohua spoke indifferently, scoffing, not wanting to say anything more, and directly drew her sword to strike.
Her battle intent soared to the heavens, sweeping across the world, engulfing all directions. Her first move was world-shattering and awe-inspiring!
How could she be unprepared for something that some guests could even anticipate? If the Primordial Ancient Mine had remained silent, that would have been truly surprising.
After all, the location of Yaochi Holy Land was practically challenging the Primordial Ancient Mine head-on. If there was no reaction, then Shaohua would have to quickly call her parents back to prepare for an Emperor battle.
"Chi!"
A sword light tore through the firmament, splitting chaos, and the void turned into a black hole. Nothing would remain, as if it were creating heaven and earth.
"You are provoking the Primordial Ancient Mine; you are courting death!"
That unknown Forbidden Zone Child was no longer calm and composed, because he could not block this sword. He could only roar to the sky, his face contorted with rage.
Even though his cultivation had reached Quasi-Emperor Ninth Heaven, and he could call himself someone who was about to attain enlightenment, facing Shaohua, he still had no power to retaliate.
If it weren't for a Supreme weapon rushing out of his body at the critical moment, suddenly reviving and blocking most of the sword's might, he would have already become a soul under the sword!