But aside from these two methods of achieving enlightenment, there seem to be no other choices.

Yu Yuan let out a soft sigh, feeling that the path ahead was fraught with difficulties.

Just then, a clamor arose from outside.

Yu Yuan opened his eyes but did not get up to leave. Instead, he sent forth a wisp of Divine Thought to observe the situation.

He saw a group of Western Sect disciples, dressed in Western attire, descending from the sky and surrounding the Treasure Hall so tightly that not a drop of water could leak through.

Standing at the forefront were three middle-aged men with profound Dao Xing.

Among them, the one on the left had a rough and ugly appearance, with a tall and imposing stature, dark skin, and pupils that shimmered with a piercing cold light. He arrogantly crossed his arms over his chest, giving an overwhelming sense of unyielding Strength.

Yu Yuan recognized him at a glance—it was the Dharma Protector of the Western Sect, the Yaksha King, whom he had fought several times before.

And there was the man on the far right, similarly direful in countenance, tall in stature but not dark-skinned, instead tinged with a dark red, much like tainted blood.

This man was also known to Yu Yuan—he was the Clan Leader of the Asura Clan, Tian Boxun.

Only, it was uncertain when he became a Dharma Protector of the Western Sect.

Yu Yuan surmised that most likely, Minghe Ancestor had struck some agreement with the Western Sect, which led Tian Boxun, a leading figure of the Asura Clan, to defect to the Western.

The man in the middle, tall with long hair tied to one side, exuded an unassailable authority from between his brows. He was dressed in an exquisite Dragon Pattern Robe glittering with golden threads, with a jade belt around his waist and hemp shoes on his feet, resembling a noble emperor.

Yu Yuan may have not seen this man before, but he could clearly sense that this person's aura was far above both Tian Boxun and the Yaksha King, most likely a Quasi-Saint at the Great Power Level.

"Are you the Jie Sect One Qi Immortal, Yu Yuan, who killed Vina Night and the others?"

The well-dressed man in the middle frowned slightly, fixating his gaze on Yu Yuan.

"It is I."

Yu Yuan nodded slightly, straightforwardly admitting his identity and the fact that he had killed Vina Night, then looked at the well-dressed man and said, "May I ask who you are?"

"My name is Emperor Shitian, I am the foremost among all Dharma Protectors!"

The well-dressed man gazed down at Yu Yuan, "Vina Night was a true friend of mine, and you brutally killed him. This matter cannot simply rest!"

"Oh~"

Hearing this, Yu Yuan came to a realization. Looking at Emperor Shitian with a smile, he said, "So, you plan to take revenge for Vina Night? But did you not inquire whom I came here with to Pure Land before you came?"

"I am aware that it was the second Sect Hierarch who brought you back." Emperor Shitian sneered, "But do you think that alone will scare me away?! Not only will I not back down today, but I also intend to seek justice for Vina Night before everyone!"

Yu Yuan's brows rose slightly, "If you insist on doing this, I won't oppose you. However, I still advise you that being alive is of utmost importance; once dead, indeed you would have nothing at all."

"Hahaha—" Emperor Shitian laughed coldly, looking at Yu Yuan and said sarcastically: "If you think you can intimidate me with that, then you are sorely underestimating me!"

"Heh." Yu Yuan chuckled, saying no more.

As the saying goes, it's hard to dissuade a ghost bent on dying!

Since this Dharma Protector was determined to challenge him, he would not keep refusing either.

"Very well!" Emperor Shitian, noticing Yu Yuan's ease, immediately felt disdain and sneered, "What an arrogant Jie Sect Immortal!"

"What Jie Sect Immortal, more like an extraterritorial demon!" Yaksha King also sneered.

Beside them, Asura King Tian Boxun spoke solemnly, "Jialouluo and Mahu Luo Ga, my two brethren, are very likely killed by him too, and we have yet to settle that account!"

Yu Yuan casually tugged at his ear, nonchalantly suggesting, "How about all of you come at me together?"

"Arrogant!"

Emperor Shitian bellowed angrily, loudly decreeing: "Let me be the first to properly discipline you!"

Finished speaking, Emperor Shitian turned his head towards the Yaksha King and the others, instructing: "You few will cover me. Don't let this scoundrel escape."

Then, with a face full of pride, he looked at Yu Yuan and said, "Make your move, let me have a good look at the true strength of you Jie Sect One Qi Immortals!"

"You sure you want to take action against me?"

Yu Yuan found it a bit amusing, "I'd advise you not to waste time; wouldn't it be better if the three of you attacked together?"

"To deal with you, I alone am more than enough!" Emperor Shitian roared, taking a step forward, instantly crossing the space between the two, and struck out towards Yu Yuan with his hand!

That palm, like it could blot out the sky and cover the earth, completely enveloped Yu Yuan beneath it.

A faint smile appeared on Yu Yuan's face as he leisurely extended his right hand at the instant the palm descended, and with a gentle wave, he caught Emperor Shitian's palm, making all his efforts futile to advance even half an inch further.

"How is this possible?!"

Emperor Shitian was immediately struck with horror, feeling as if his palm was bound by Order Divine Chains, no matter how hard he struggled, he couldn't shake loose even in the slightest.

This scene completely surpassed his understanding, even he couldn't believe that he was facing such a situation!

He was a Quasi-Saint of great power!

Yet, he was restrained by the opponent in an instant.

Wasn't this terrifying?

"Take this!" Yu Yuan called out lightly, and then gripping Emperor Shitian's palm, he squeezed firmly before exerting a little force, pulling Emperor Shitian's entire body over.

"What... what are you going to do?!" Emperor Shitian's voice was tinged with panic.

His eyes widened, unable to believe everything that was unfolding.

At this moment, he felt a huge rush of crisis, completely like a lamb waiting to be slaughtered, defenseless against the butchering.

Indeed, with a light chuckle, Yu Yuan lifted Emperor Shitian with his right hand and gently spun him around twice, then swing his whole body and slammed it downwards.

"BOOM—"

Emperor Shitian let out a piercing scream, as Yu Yuan brutally smashed him onto the jeweled floor.

Before he could regain his senses, a terrifying force lifted him again, and once more harshly slammed him onto the ground.

"Ahh—"

Emperor Shitian howled madly, trying to break free, but no matter how hard he struggled, he couldn't move a single finger and was at the mercy of Yu Yuan tossing him around like a rag doll.

"This..."

"What exactly is going on?"

The onlookers not far away were as petrified as if they had seen a ghost upon witnessing this scene.

Particularly the Yaksha King and the Asura King who had just spoken up, they were now staring wide-eyed, their legs shaking uncontrollably.

They had all interacted with Yu Yuan before and their impression of him had remained the same until now.

They never expected that their opponent had become a terrifying existence beyond their comprehension!