The people on the surface had no idea about everything happening deep underground.
Currently, forces from various backgrounds in the Eastern Sea Region were all eagerly awaiting the appearance of the three guardian disciples. The crowd surged with excitement.
"Everyone, I am Xuan Xiaochao, disciple of Blood Wash Moon, one of the Four Protectors of the Canye Demon Sect. I have kept you waiting."
Suddenly, a clear voice rang out. Looking up, a young man was seen standing in the air. He wore simple cloth robes, his features refined, and to everyone's surprise, he possessed the cultivation of an Eighth Rank Martial Lord.
"He's out! Finally! Is that Blood Wash Moon's disciple, Xuan Xiaochao?"
"That Blood Wash Moon is the only female among the Four Protectors. I heard she got her name because she likes killing under the moonlight, and countless clan forces have been washed in blood by her under its glow. That's why people call her Blood Wash Moon."
"Indeed. Although she is a woman, Blood Wash Moon is the most bloodthirsty demon among the Four Protectors. I can't believe her disciple is this polite. Truly unbelievable."
"Shh, keep it down! As the saying goes, you can't judge a book by its cover. He's a disciple of the Canye Demon Sect's Four Protectors, no matter how polite he seems, how far can it really go? If you dare call his master a female demon, be careful he doesn't slaughter your whole family."
Xuan Xiaochao's appearance caused quite a stir, but even more discussion focused on his master, showing that while Xuan Xiaochao was strong, his master was the true center of attention.
The reputation of the Four Protectors was far too resounding. Even after disappearing for many years, they were still deeply feared.
As if he had anticipated the crowd's talk, Xuan Xiaochao remained unruffled. Regardless of what others said, he didn't get angry. Instead, he smiled, gazed around, and said, "You Tonghan, since you're here, why not show yourself?"
"Haha, Xuan Xiaochao! I didn't think you could still recognize me after all these years." Just as Xuan Xiaochao finished speaking, another figure shot out from the crowd.
This man looked quite similar to Xuan Xiaochao, equally refined in appearance, but his eyes emitted an eerie green glow, like two nocturnal lanterns, truly terrifying.
"Your eyes are so distinctive. No matter how much you change, I could still recognize you," Xuan Xiaochao replied with a smile.
"That must be You Tonghan, the disciple of You Ming Deng, the Phantom Lantern, another of the Four Protectors. Truly lives up to his name."
"Yeah, I heard You Ming Deng chose him because this boy was born with a pair of strange eyes. That's why You Ming Deng gave him the name You Tonghan."
You Tonghan's arrival caused another wave of excitement. Everyone present was like an admirer of the Four Protectors, very well-informed about them and even their disciples.
"Gentlemen, long time no see. I trust you've been well." At that moment, a voice like a thunderclap boomed from the distance, echoing across heaven and earth.
Looking over, a tall, broad-shouldered man with a face full of scars and a ring of black stubble on his chin strode through the air, walking towards them step by step.
Compared to Xuan Xiaochao and You Tonghan, this man appeared more mature. From his looks, he could almost pass for a middle-aged man approaching forty.
However, those familiar with him knew his actual age was just thirty, younger than both Xuan Xiaochao and You Tonghan. He was Fu Liansheng's disciple, Fu Fengming, and like the other two, he was also a powerful Eighth Rank Martial Lord.