Able to Wipe Out a World, Able to Destroy a Realm

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The chair, made of white bone, was four zhang wide and three people tall. An old man with a long beard sat on it. He was broad-shouldered, wore a ceremonial hat and court robes, and had a dignified demeanor. His narrow eyes gleamed with a sharp light, and he exuded an imposing aura without anger.

"Is it really Dong Grand Preceptor?" Upon seeing this person, Yin Xiao'e finally changed. "However, the Grand Tutor was Grand Confucian of the time, and he despised cultivators the most. How could he...?"

Upon hearing this, the old man who called himself Dong Grand Preceptor laughed and said, "Back then, I refuted the alchemists for the sake of the nation, and now, after more than a hundred years of living in ignominy, my resolve remains unchanged."

Yin Xiao'e sensed something amiss. "You... Grand Tutor, could it be that you intend to restore the kingdom?"

"Excellent!" As he spoke, the white bone chair rose three feet off the ground, hovering in the air. Dong Grand Preceptor slowly stood up. "Our dynasty has nurtured scholars for three hundred years. As long as we have a breath left, we cannot forget this for even a day!"

Upon hearing this, Yin Xiao'e's expression changed, and she finally shook her head, saying, "I'm afraid the Grand Tutor's intentions will ultimately be difficult to realize. Nowadays, people only know about Great Rui, not Great Qi. There is no hope of restoring the country; it will only lead to more bloodshed!"

"Oh?" Upon hearing this, Dong Grand Preceptor stroked his beard and said, "The pseudo-dynasty has lasted for over sixty years, and its reign is nearly a hundred. It appears peaceful on the surface, but in reality, undercurrents are surging. It is bound by the Mandate of Heaven in every aspect. Its rise and fall can happen in the blink of an eye. What is impossible?"

Yin Xiao'e shook her head again. "Grand Tutor has been here for many years, but I'm afraid he doesn't know that the new Great Rui has already begun reforms."

"Reform now?" Dong Grand Preceptor's eyes flashed with a sharp light.

Yin Xiao'e continued, "It's because of a battle with the Grasslands tribes a few years ago. A few years ago, the Rulan people unified South of the Desert and marched south, engaging in several battles with the Northern Army of Great Rui. In the end, the Northern Army suffered a crushing defeat, and Great Rui sent envoys to cede a hundred li of land and pay tribute to sue for peace."

"Such a thing is true?" Qiu Yan asked, a hint of doubt in his eyes. "That's right. Communication in this world is not advanced, making it easier to block news. Of course, the imperial court wouldn't spread such a humiliating and disgraceful event throughout the world."

"So it's because of the Grasslands," Dong Grand Preceptor laughed heartily upon hearing the news. "Silver Girl, you too have received a pardon from the Heavenly Court, you should understand the Fortune, and you should be even more aware of the reasons behind it. The false dynasty's actions are nothing more than a mantis trying to stop a chariot; chaos is not far off."

At this point, he changed the subject. "Let's not think about those things for now. If we want to restore our kingdom, we need to do two things. First, we need to accumulate strength, and second, we need to find the descendants of the dragon. I already have a plan for the first thing."

He pointed to the sky.

"Having been here for many years, I know that the remains are actually nine suns. Once plucked and integrated into oneself, one can restore the majesty of the Ancient Gods. The rules of this world are special, and even if the gods of the Heavenly Court wish to interfere, it is difficult for them to do so. This has given us an opportunity. You are an old friend of the previous dynasty, and it is only right that you do your part for the restoration of the kingdom and assist me in obtaining the Ancient God's Remains!"

Yin Xiao'e frowned. "Even if one obtains the remains, at most it can strengthen one person's power. No matter how strong one person is, it is difficult to defy fate." She clearly did not have a high opinion of the old man's plan.

"Hahaha, destiny? What destiny?" Unexpectedly, Dong Grand Preceptor laughed upon hearing this. He pointed at Qiu Yan, "I observe that the auras of the two of you are vaguely in harmony with the outside world. It is clear that you have also comprehended some of the Dao of Heaven and Earth and the Ancient Gods's intent here. Why do you speak like this?"

"Hmm? Ancient Gods Intent?" Upon hearing this, Qiu Yan's heart stirred, and he pondered the term.

Dong Grand Preceptor glanced at him and continued, "The gods of Heavenly Court are subject to the entanglements of mortals. Their Divine Ability Domain of Law all originate from the thoughts of mortals. To put it bluntly, these gods are nothing more than figments of the imagination of mortals. Their every move and every place they are in is limited by their Votive Thoughts. How can they be called gods?" A mocking smile appeared on his face, and he spoke words of contempt for the gods.

Upon hearing this grand discourse, Qiu Yan felt a sense of unease. "The gods of Heavenly Court all originate from the thoughts of mortals? They are merely figments of human imagination? Upon closer reflection, it does make some sense, and it also subtly aligns with the saying that the people are the masters of the gods."

With this thought in mind, Qiu Yan began to listen carefully to Dong Grand Preceptor was saying.

The old man said, "The High Antiquity gods possessed divine might as vast as the sea, capable of destroying an entire world and annihilating a realm. They roamed the primordial Primordial World and spanned Continent —only they were true gods! And I, now, am about to attain the Ancient Godhood! At that time, protecting the country and its people will be a piece of cake!"

"High Antiquity gods?"

Qiu Yan listened to the word, seemingly lost in thought.

Yin Xiao'e's heart also underwent some changes. Thinking about the events of the past few days, she felt a sense of emotion.

The military governor's wife, Shi Jianhui, remained outwardly calm, but a hint of greed flashed in her eyes. Her gaze swept over the three people in front of her, finally settling on Qiu Yan, where she smiled.

"Indeed, Ancient Gods, a god of High Antiquity! Not relying on mortal thoughts, but directly comprehending the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth! Acting on behalf of Heaven! Such a deity is a true deity," a fanatical look appeared on Dong Grand Preceptor's face. "Only in this Land of the Divine Remains can we be free from the interference of various People's Wishes and clearly perceive the changes in Heaven and Earth!"

As he spoke, he looked at Yin Xiao'e and Qiu Yan, his eyes shining brightly. "Comprehending the universe and understanding its changes is only the first step. If we can also obtain the Ancient God's Remains, then everything will fall into place naturally!"

"Dong Grand Preceptor..." Yin Xiao'e was about to speak when suddenly...

Boom!

A powerful gust of wind exploded, and suddenly a violent aura filled the surroundings!

In an instant, a fierce wind arose!

Swish!

A figure appeared before Qiu Yan, accompanied by a surging gust of wind, and reached out with a claw!

With a sudden movement, the fiery red cloak rustled loudly, as the governor's wife made her move!

Sensing the opponent's surging killing intent, Qiu Yan acted decisively. He pushed off with his feet and instead of retreating, he advanced and threw a punch!

Since arriving here, he had been on high alert, so he showed no sign of panic when suddenly attacked.

"Hmm? You have some guts, but unfortunately you overestimate yourself!"

Crash! Crash! Crash! Crash! Crash!

Then, five consecutive "bangs" were heard, and five scarlet streaks shot out from Shi Jianhui's five fingers!

A sense of foreboding rose in Qiu Yan's mind, and then he felt an extremely dangerous aura rushing towards him.

At that moment, Yin Xiao'e's voice came through—

"Be careful! This is True Essence she controls with her Martial Dao Will!"

Hearing the warning, Qiu Yan moved his hands in a circular motion, forming a barrier of divine power in front of him!

Snap!

Amidst the cracking sound, the divine power barrier shattered completely. As the fragments flew, an extremely concentrated beam of fire shot out, extending all the way towards Shi Jianhui's face!

"Your fire isn't fierce enough!" Shi Jianhui smiled slightly, flicked his five fingers, and five scarlet streaks immediately rolled back, entangling the flame, and then suddenly contracted!

Click!

The flames shattered, turning into fragments of light and shadow that scattered in all directions!

Upon seeing this, Qiu Yan's pupils contracted. "The protective barrier just now, and the flames now, were all derived from divine power, but this Jiedushi's wife shattered that divine power with just her physical body! Could it be..."

At this moment, Yin Xiao'e moved her feet, a blue light flashing in her hand, condensing into a long spear, which she thrust towards Shi Jianhui. At the same time, she said, "This person has already entered the Core-Forging Realm, fused the Seven Souls, and generated True Essence within! He can shatter divine power; he cannot be underestimated!" (To be continued...)

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