The news of Li Xuancang defeating Huang Jiuxuan spread swiftly, causing a tremendous uproar across the lands of the Human Race.
"How could Li Xuancang possibly defeat Huang Jiuxuan?"
"How old is Li Xuancang? How long has it been since he broke through to the Profound Connection Realm? Could he be some old monster reincarnated and cultivating anew?"
"Is this true? Why does it feel so unreal?"
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When Li Xuancang had previously driven back Hundred Herbs Sect's encirclement and slaughter all by himself, most people had still refused to believe he possessed such terrifying strength.
Now that he had defeated Huang Jiuxuan before countless witnesses, no one dared question his strength again.
The Profound Connection Realm was already the pillar holding up every major faction, while the Late Profound Connection Realm concerned a faction's very survival.
With Li Xuancang possessing such terrifying combat power, Great Yan had gained another Late Profound Connection Realm expert, and the situation would change.
While all factions were shaken, thunderous fury erupted within Great Yan's court.
"Your Majesty, Li Xuancang defied the imperial edict. He must be severely punished without mercy."
An imperial censor stepped forward to impeach Li Xuancang.
The moment those words were spoken, the Emperor and all the officials looked at him as though he were a fool.
Given Li Xuancang's current strength and Great Yan's present circumstances, impeaching Li Xuancang—was that not stupidity beyond cure?
"Your Majesty, the Grassland People are watching Great Yan like tigers eyeing their prey. Lord Li acted to intimidate the Grassland, so his actions are understandable."
Du Tianyuan ignored that censor and spoke directly.
"Beloved Minister Du speaks wisely."
The Emperor did not spare the censor another glance and merely nodded slightly at Du Tianyuan.
The Du Family was already an old and established aristocratic