Qin Shujian had no intention of contending for dominion over the world.
Or rather.
For the moment, he had no such intention.
For a Manifestation Realm cultivator like him, backed by a single sect, to dream of competing for the world was undoubtedly laughable.
If he someday had the opportunity to reach the realm the Human Emperor had once attained.
Qin Shujian might consider replacing Great Zhao's current ruling dynasty.
But—
Thinking about such things now was far too premature.
For him.
What he needed to do most was seize the opportunity presented by the chaos engulfing the world to slaughter as many Evil Fiends as possible, and find ways to plunder enough life source to give himself the strength to stand firm in the turbulent times ahead.
Otherwise.
If the Demon Race truly attacked the Origin Sect, Qin Shujian had no confidence that he could withstand them.
Moreover, the Origin Sect's current location was rather precarious.
It stood right on the border of the Endless Mountains.
If the Demon Race launched a massive invasion of Northcloud Prefecture, the Origin Sect would very likely become a target.
More importantly—
During the earlier battle in Thousand Mountains Prefecture, he had slain a Half-Step Heavenly Being of the Demon Race. Another powerful demon had later attempted to assassinate him, making it clear that the Demon Race had firmly committed Qin Shujian's name to memory.
If Qin Shujian were in their place.
If someone opposed him.
Provided he had the ability.
He would undoubtedly eliminate them.
"Great Zhao is beset by turmoil, and the Origin Sect's situation isn't much better. No one expected the Human Emperor to die so soon."
"These troubled times offer opportunities, but dangers as well."
"Improving my own strength is the safest course."
With that thought, Qin Shujian looked