Who is this person?
Zhu Wuyuan stared in disbelief, his eyes wide like copper bells, intently trying to see through Ye Liushang's illusory figure as if trying to uncover its secrets.
He racked his brains but couldn't figure out where Zhang Yu had found such a powerful Immortal to help him, which completely shattered his prediction of the situation.
The crowd below the stage instantly erupted into a commotion, like a swarm of ants disturbed, whispering amongst themselves and creating a cacophony of voices.
"Immortal? How could Immortal come to help Sheng Yu?"
"Could there be some powerful, mysterious force hidden behind Sheng Yu?"
What should we do?
Panic and doubt spread rapidly through the crowd like a plague.
Zhu Wuyuan keenly sensed the panic among the people and hurriedly pointed at Zhang Yu, shouting:
"Zhang Yu, don't think that having an Immortal backing you up will protect your Imperial Throne."
The five kingdoms, including the Liuli Kingdom, are all powerful nations that dominate a single province, and each of them has several Immortal presiding over it.
To think you can turn the tide with the help of just one Immortal is simply wishful thinking.
"That's right, the five great nations have profound foundations and are not to be trifled with. Zhang Yu is being far too unrealistic by relying on just one Immortal." Someone echoed.
"That's right. In the past, the Sheng Family relied on the Immortal Combat Power of their Alchemy Legion to oppress the people. Now they want to continue to bully others by relying on Immortal, but unfortunately, the five great nations will definitely not agree to it."
Another person said indignantly.
The thought of the profound resources of the five great nations somewhat eased the panic in everyone's hearts.
However, at that moment...
"The Wuliang Cave Wuliang Fairy, having received the imperial edict, will soon come to the aid of the King."
A Spiritual Sense Incarnation suddenly burst forth from Sima Sheng's body; it was a stunningly beautiful woman dressed in white.
She had a graceful figure and an exquisite face, exuding an ethereal and otherworldly aura, like a fairy who did not partake in worldly affairs.
"Two Incarnation Immortal?"
Zhu Wuyuan's brows furrowed instantly, like two tangled ropes.
Although the Spiritual Sense Incarnation of Immortal does not possess the full Combat Power of the Immortal's true self, the appearance of the Incarnation means that the Immortal's true self is behind it.
This made Zhu Wuyuan secretly groan, realizing that things were starting to get tricky.
However, he wasn't too worried, feeling that it was probably still within a controllable range.
However, what happened next completely shattered his hopes.
One after another, Immortal Incarnation burst forth from Sima Sheng's body, a total of ten. Adding to Ye Liushang and Thirteen Niang from before, a total of twelve Immortal Incarnation bowed to receive the imperial edict.
Twelve figures stood in mid-air, their powerful aura pressing down on the entire area as if it were a tangible force, and the surrounding air seemed to freeze under their power.
Zhu Wuyuan was completely stunned, standing there frozen as if under a spell.
The other citizens were also dumbfounded. Their mouths were agape, wide enough to fit an egg. They never imagined that Zhang Yu would have such an amazing backing and such powerful methods.
Where did these Immortal come from?
Everyone was filled with confusion and shock; this question weighed heavily on their hearts like a boulder.
"Ye Liushang, Boundless Immortal Fairy...?"
A historian well-versed in history, his lips trembling, silently recited the names of the Twelve Immortals. His face instantly filled with terror, and he said in a trembling voice:
"They were all peerless demons who wreaked havoc on the region ten thousand years ago, according to historical records."
They were suppressed by the Sheng Family and swore a solemn oath never to be born again.
"History books?"
Someone in the crowd questioned, "Isn't everything in there just a fabrication by the Sheng Family to fool the people?"
"But if these records are true, then what about the records about the Demon Grotto...?"
Some people were already feeling a sense of lingering fear, their voices trembling slightly.
"If the historical records are true, these are all bloodthirsty demons who have committed countless atrocities. How could they possibly obey Zhang Yu?"
"Zhang Yu must have made a secret deal with these demons to protect his Imperial Throne, which is why he released them."
"This Sheng Yu is despicable and selfish. He actually did such a heinous thing for the Imperial Throne."
Everyone speculated that Zhang Yu had released the twelve Immortal immortals for the sake of the Imperial Throne, and their anger burned like a raging fire.
However, they were completely unaware that Zhang Yu didn't care about the Imperial Throne at all.
Upon seeing this, Zhu Wuyuan hurriedly Direct Disciple, informing him that the situation had exceeded his expectations.
However, Zhu Lunbin quickly replied with just two words: "It's alright!"
Upon seeing these two words, Zhu Wuyuan's previously anxious heart settled down once again.
Emboldened, Zhu Wuyuan suddenly pointed at Zhang Yu and began to curse:
"Sheng Yu, you are absolutely insane."
For the sake of this mere Imperial Throne, you actually released these bloodthirsty butchers? Aren't you afraid of divine retribution?
Do you know that once they appear in the world, they will bring devastation and countless lives will be lost because of your selfish actions?
Seeing Zhu Wuyuan's righteous indignation, the officials all echoed his sentiments.
"Sheng Yu, your behavior is utterly outrageous."
To disregard the well-being of the people for one's own selfish gain is truly unworthy of being an emperor.
The crowd was also stirred up, shouting curses in anger:
"Sheng Yu, you bastard."
To preserve your Imperial Throne, you actually colluded with demons! How can you face the people of the Eastern Sheng Kingdom?
You deserve to be torn to pieces!
"Sheng Yu, if you have even a shred of conscience, you should step down immediately and apologize to the world."
Otherwise, you will surely suffer the consequences.
Zhang Yu merely sneered and said loudly:
"Don't forget, it was you who forced me to abdicate."
As Emperor, the Sheng Family has been suppressing the Twelve Immortals and the Nine Great Demon Caves for generations on behalf of the people.
Now that I am preparing to abdicate, the Sheng Family naturally has no need to concern themselves with your lives or deaths.
"You..."
Zhu Wuyuan and Wanmin were speechless for a moment after being confronted with such a retort.
"What should we do? Historical records state that these Twelve Immortals are bloodthirsty by nature. If they start a massacre, we'll all die!"
Zhang Yu's resolute decision plunged everyone into deep worry.
"Don't panic, everyone!"
Zhu Wuyuan quickly calmed everyone down, while glancing smugly at Zhang Yu:
"Five Immortal from the Jixia Academy in Earth Province are also on their way. If these twelve demons dare to commit evil deeds, someone will naturally deal with them."
After saying that, he looked at Zhang Yu provocatively.
"Sheng Yu, do you think you have the victory in the bag just because you have the Twelve Evil Immortals helping you?"
This is utterly ridiculous!
"Little Girl, are you that arrogant?"
The Boundless Immortal Fairy could tell at a glance that Zhu Wuyuan was a woman.
In the blink of an eye, she reached out and grabbed at Zhu Wuyuan like an eagle's claw.
"What Little Girl? Get out of here!"
Zhu Wuyuan, enraged that her true gender had been discovered, let out a furious roar, and her Righteous Qi erupted into the sky like a volcanic eruption.
These Twelve Immortals were constantly killing, so they naturally had a lot of Evil Qi on them. Moreover, those present at the moment were just Spiritual Sense clones, which were naturally restrained by the Righteous Qi.
Zhu Wuyuan was born into the Jixia Academy, possessing an extremely profound background. His Righteous Qi is like a vast ocean, boundless and inexhaustible.
The Incarnation of the Boundless Immortal Fairy was struck by the Righteous Qi and let out a sharp scream before turning into ashes and dissipating into the air.
"You just wait, I'm not done with you yet!"
With her Spiritual Sense Incarnation destroyed, how could the Boundless Immortal Fairy let this go unpunished?
"A bunch of evil spirits and heretics, die!"
Zhu Wuyuan, and his Righteous Qi surged up once again, pressing directly towards the Twelve Immortals.
"Damn it, this bastard is taking advantage of our absence and using his Righteous Qi to suppress us."
Ye Liushang cursed venomously:
"Let's go, and settle accounts with him when his true form arrives."
As he spoke, he led the Spiritual Sense Incarnation of the other Immortal to quickly retreat.
"Come on, if you dare! I'm waiting!"
Zhu Wuyuan had gained enough confidence from his father, Zhu Lunbin, and was not afraid at all.
"Your Prime Minister awe-inspiring!"
The people shouted in unison, their voices resounding like a mountain collapsing and a tsunami crashing across the heavens and earth.
Zhu Wuyuan smiled smugly, then turned to Zhang Yu, "Sheng Yu, let's see what you still have to rely on. If you don't, you'd better step down obediently."
"I will naturally abdicate, but I hope you won't regret it."
Zhang Yu remained calm, his gaze sweeping over Zhu Wuyuan and the crowd below the stage, his eyes seemingly seeing through everything.
"Regret?"
Zhu Wuyuan scoffed disdainfully, his eyes filled with contempt:
"Are you going to use the Demon Grotto's lair to scare people again?"
No one will believe that kind of talk, so don't waste your breath.
"Yes, get out of here immediately."
The people and officials also did not believe it.
Of course, some more thoughtful individuals worriedly wondered, "If the legend of the Twelve Evil Immortals is true, then is the Demon Grotto also real?"
However, such people are a minority and cannot stop the overwhelming public opinion.
Zhang Yu smiled without saying a word.
He tilted his head back slightly, closed his eyes, and focused his mind on sensing the changes in the energy of the surrounding world.
Just then, he keenly sensed that the Azure Cloud Sword, which was closest to him, was struggling to break free from the seal and was about to burst out.
"Very well, I now formally abdicate."
As he spoke, he threw the Jade Seal at Zhu Wuyuan.
At the same time, he looked at a streak of light shooting into the sky, beneath which lay a bottomless black hole.