The Great Sage's Body (Part Two)

The strongest beings in the Demon Realm can be called Great Sage. For example, the Great Strength Bull Demon Technique that Zhuge Xiang cultivates is rumored to be just an entry-level Cultivation Technique of the faction of the Great Sage of the Demon Realm. However, the scroll in his hand can actually collect and resurrect the physical body of a Great Sage, and even condense it into his own Demon Clone? It seems that even if his cultivation level is not high enough, he definitely possesses the power of immortals and demons.

"What? Did you see something?" Although she naturally retreated from the painting of collecting the Great Sage's body, Blood Rakshasa asked, looking at Zhuge Xiang's expression. Judging from Zhuge Xiang's appearance, it seemed that he was not just surprised.

"It's nothing. Although this scroll is extremely valuable, even the Cold-Blooded Sword Venerable couldn't collect all the parts. I don't think this Treasure Map is very practical and not enough to buy your life," Blood Rakshasa, clearly suspicious. Zhuge Xiang straightened his expression, put away the scroll in his hand, and spoke.

Upon hearing Zhuge Xiang say that the scroll he presented wasn't valuable enough, Blood Rakshasa's expression changed slightly. She no longer had time to suspect Zhuge Xiang and said urgently, "While it's indeed difficult to collect all the parts of that demon's body from this scroll, at least it tells us that Divine Foot Peak is actually part of the demon's body, doesn't it? Isn't the scroll plus these parts of the demon's body enough? If it weren't for this scroll, you wouldn't even know that Divine Foot Peak is one of the parts!"

"That makes sense then," Zhuge Xiang nodded in agreement after a moment's thought. He didn't dwell on the matter further, waving his hand and saying, "In that case, you've passed over there. Hurry up and go. Otherwise, I might change my mind later."

Hearing that Zhuge Xiang had finally agreed, Blood Rakshasa secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Now that she could leave, Blood Rakshasa naturally had no intention of staying and quickly departed from Divine Foot Peak as well. Who could have imagined that so many Cultivators who came to compete for the Immortal Slaying Sword today would end up like this?

"Divine Foot Peak..." After dissipating the power of the Great Five Elements Sword Formation, Zhuge Xiang looked down at Divine Foot Peak, where the Sword Tomb was located. With a thought, a vast amount of magical power surged and covered the entire Divine Foot Peak.

Countless rocks on Divine Foot Peak shattered and fell, and amidst the earth-shaking tremors, the towering Divine Foot Peak transformed into a left leg tens of feet long. The powerful and robust left leg contained an aura that was Human Heart. Even Zhuge Xiang felt an unbearable pressure from the force of this left leg.

"Truly worthy of being the strongest being in the Demon Realm. Even as part of a corpse, it possesses such a terrifying aura," Zhuge Xiang murmured to himself, staring at the Demon Left Leg that he had restored to its original form using his Divine Ability powers. Not daring to leave the Demon Left Leg out any longer, Zhuge Xiang immediately put it into his Bag Space.

"The Demon Luo Scripture can summon fragments of the Great Sage Soul. If all the physical body parts are collected, can the Great Sage's body be resurrected?" After carefully examining the scroll and memorizing all the contents, Zhuge Xiang put it away.

The demonic arm that was sealed on Demon Hand Mountain in the Asura Path left on its own after the seal was broken. I don't know where it went, but it should still be in that Asura Realm. If I have time, I can try to collect the Great Sage's body completely.

"There's no time left, I need to get back to the Great Qin Empire as soon as possible." Overall, today's trip to the Great Ming Dynasty was quite fruitful, but Heavenly Dragon Temple was still waiting for him to persuade them. The matter of the Great Sage's Body could only be put aside for the time being. After determining the direction, Zhuge Xiang flew straight towards the Great Qin Empire and Heavenly Dragon Temple.

In the Great Hall of the Great Tang Dynasty Imperial Palace, Empress Wu Zhao sat regally on her Imperial Throne. Beneath her loose Dragon Robe, her lower abdomen was slightly protruding, her pregnancy becoming increasingly obvious. However, seated on the Imperial Throne, Wu Zhao Wu Zhao an aura of majesty that was impossible to look directly at.

In the Great Tang Dynasty, all the Civil and Military Officials stood respectfully. Although Wu Zhao an Empress, her words and actions since ascending the Imperial Throne had won the respect of the entire court.

"Your Majesty, according to reports from our informants in the Great Qin Empire, the atmosphere in the Great Qin Empire has become noticeably tense in recent days. The forces led by the Asura Sect and the Yin Yang Demonic Sect have already taken control of more than one-third of the Great Qin Empire's military strength and could launch a rebellion at any time. Once a civil war breaks out, our Great Tang Dynasty will definitely have the opportunity to take advantage of the situation and annex several of the Great Qin's Commandery City."

Beneath the Imperial Throne, a white-haired civil official stepped forward and began to report what he knew.

"Oh? The Great Qin Empire is about to be embroiled in internal strife?" Following this civil official's words, the Civil and Military Officials in the Imperial Palace Great Hall began to murmur amongst themselves. Their faces were filled with righteous indignation. The Great Tang Emperor had been switched at birth, and the Great Qin Empire was the mastermind behind it. Now that the Great Qin Empire was on the verge of chaos, how could the Great Tang let this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity slip by?

"Yes, taking this opportunity, we will surely be able to seize several Commandery City of the Great Qin Empire," a general said, exuding a fierce and arrogant aura, his eyes filled with intense killing intent, as if he couldn't wait to lead his troops out to conquer the Commandery City of the Great Qin Empire.

"The Great Qin Empire is mostly populated by barbarians who are uneducated. Sure enough, after only a few thousand years of existence, it is already in turmoil again. Our Great Tang certainly cannot miss this opportunity," a Grand Scholar of the Great Tang Dynasty said, shaking his head as he expressed his opinion.

"Quiet down," Wu Zhao calmly, his brows furrowing slightly as he looked at the Civil and Military Officials in the Palace discussing the matter animatedly. He pressed his palm down and spoke in a low voice.

As soon as Wu Zhao spoke, all the Civil and Military Officials in the Great Hall fell silent. The noisy Great Hall became quiet for a moment, and everyone's eyes were on Wu Zhao, waiting for His Your Majesty to speak.

"It seems that you all intend to launch a military invasion in response to the turmoil in the Great Qin Empire?" Wu Zhao, looking down with his majestic phoenix eyes, surveyed the Civil and Military Officials in the Great Hall and spoke calmly.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" all the Civil and Military Officials bowed their heads and responded.

"Hmm," Wu Zhao nodded faintly, her face revealing nothing of her thoughts, and said, "You are all doing this for the sake of our Great Tang, your intentions are clear, but have you considered the consequences if we were to invade our territory?"

After a slight pause, and before the Civil and Military Officials could ask further questions, Wu Zhao continued, "Whether it's the Great Qin Imperial Family or those rebels, they are ultimately people of Great Qin. Their hometowns, relatives, and friends are all within Great Qin territory. If we raise an army, I fear that the Great Qin Imperial Family and those rebels might temporarily set aside their conflicts and unite against a common enemy. In that case, our Great Tang army would suffer a greater loss than gain."

"This..." Upon hearing Wu Zhao's words, none of the Civil and Military Officials in the Great Hall could answer.

Wu Zhao's words are correct. Once the Great Tang to invade, it will become a struggle between nations. The possibility of the rebels and the Imperial Clan joining forces cannot be ruled out. If the Tang Dynasty sends troops to invade, it will actually promote the unity of those who have been united by the Great Qin Dynasty, and a blessing will turn into a disaster.

"Moreover, I have only recently ascended the throne, and the foundation of the nation is unstable. If we were to suffer a counterattack from the Great Qin Empire, it might even harm our Great Tang. Therefore, in my opinion, we should wait and see regarding the internal strife within the Great Qin Empire."

Seated on the Imperial Throne, Wu Zhao spoke, her words calm and understated. Though they represented only her personal opinion, as the Empress of the Great Tang, every word she uttered was reasonable. How could any of the civil and Civil and Military Officials in the Great Hall dare to question her?

"We have failed to consider this matter thoroughly, Your Majesty is wise," the Civil and Military Officials in the Imperial Palace Great Hall said in unison after a moment of silence.

The atmosphere within the Great Qin Empire was noticeably different. The major powers were not blind and naturally saw it all. Just as what happened in the Great Tang Dynasty was playing out in the Great Ming Dynasty and Great Song Dynasty.

Whether they were determined to seize the opportunity to take a bite out of the country, or they were simply waiting to see what would happen, they were all waiting for the Great Qin Empire to truly descend into chaos.

At this time, the atmosphere within the Great Qin Empire was delicate. Led by the Asura Sect and the Yin Yang Demonic Sect, along with the Myriad Monster Kingdom, more than one-third of the Great Qin Empire's army, and the intervention of the East Sea Dragon Palace, an incomparably powerful army had been formed.

The air in the Great Qin Empire seemed oppressive. All the forces that had gathered together were subtly pointing their spearheads at the Great Qin Empire's Imperial Clan. The other Large Sect in the Great Qin Empire were also watching from the sidelines, unsure which camp to join.

Overall, the Great Qin Imperial Family is undoubtedly stronger, but in terms of high-end combat power, the Rebel Army are stronger. The main question is, why did the Asura Sect rebel? You must know that until now, these Great Cultivators have not received any guidance from the Heavenly Dao.

When one's cultivation reaches the Dao Seeking Realm, one can glimpse a corner of the Heavenly Dao and know the trend of Heaven's will's will. Just like the Great Qin Empire in the past, which conquered the Six Nations and unified the world, it was Heaven's will. Therefore, the Nine Great Sects that have glimpsed Heaven's will's will will lend a helping hand. But today, why do forces like the Asura Sect rebel against the Great Qin Empire? You should know that Heavenly Dao has not acknowledged their rebellious actions.

The Asura Sect and other forces have gathered, ready to strike at any moment, while other forces are observing, primarily focusing on the messages from the Heavenly Dao, trying to calculate the significance and success of the Asura Sect's rebellion...

Zhuge Xiang was unaware of these circumstances. His body transformed into a dazzling Sword Light, streaking across the sky. Soon, he entered the territory of Zhuge Xiang Lingtai Commandery. From his vantage point, Zhuge Xiang could see the outline of Heavenly Dragon Temple in the distance. (To be continued...)