The First Blow of Resistance, a Sneak Attack

Deep within the Qin State palace, a side hall was heavily guarded; the visible guards had all been replaced by Secret Guard.

Each person had a concealment talisman affixed to their body to hide their aura.

In the shadows, another team of Secret Guard led by Shangguan Zhong, enhanced by both concealment and invisibility talismans, lurked around like ghosts.

Qin Wu stood outside the hall, his expression stern, his gaze sweeping silently over the surroundings.

When he caught a glimpse of the eunuchs serving He Yucheng, he discovered that these were specially selected individuals, bold and ruthless.

He was filled with fear and trembled slightly as the other party was about to emerge from seclusion.

A ruthless glint flashed in his eyes. He had to suppress He Yucheng on the spot today, leaving him no chance to escape or send a message.

Otherwise, not only would he have to flee, but the Qin State would also be plunged into bloodshed, and countless people would perish as a result.

He knew that the suppression of He Yucheng couldn't be kept secret for long, but he would try to keep it a secret for as long as possible.

It's at least better than having the other side discover the Fairness System now.

As long as He Yucheng is suppressed, the Fairness System will not be exposed in the short term.

The longer they can conceal the truth, the stronger their own forces will become, and the greater the strength of the Qin State people will be.

Even if things are exposed and they have to flee, they will be able to do so more easily, instead of being imprisoned like lambs like ordinary A Mortal in the past, without even the ability to escape.

Suddenly, Qin Wu received a message from Shangguan Zhong on Microchat:

"Your Majesty's life is of paramount importance, and the safety of the Qin State and its people is at stake. It would be best if you did not take any risks."

"It would be better if I, Your Majesty, took action, while Your Majesty observes from the sidelines. I am confident I can suppress He Yucheng."

Qin Wu immediately refused. "There is no need to mention this matter again. He Yucheng is completely unprepared for me, so it is the best choice for me to take action."

This operation is of utmost importance and cannot tolerate the slightest mistake.

Since I have decided to rebel against the Demonic Flame Sect, I should personally strike the first blow.

Life is like a game of chess; once a move is made, there's no going back.

The arrow is now nocked; even if I am shattered to pieces, I will have no regrets.

Shangguan Zhong's actions proceeded as planned.

Upon Shangguan Zhong's face showed both worry and admiration.

As the Grand Commander of the Secret Guard, he was naturally aware of the pressure Qin Wu was under and the efforts he had made to free Qin State from the control of the Demonic Flame Sect. He then replied:

Your humble servant will obey Your Majesty's decree.

Time passed quietly, and the palace gates slowly opened with a "click".

Qin Wu immediately held his breath, his gaze fixed on the palace gate. He saw He Yucheng walking out, his face flushed and his lips trembling with undisguised joy.

As his gaze swept deeper into the hall, twenty scattered piles of ashes were faintly visible.

His pupils suddenly contracted, his fists clenched slightly involuntarily, then relaxed, and he greeted him with a smile:

"Welcome back, Immortal Master, from your seclusion! Judging from your radiant appearance, your cultivation has surely made great progress. I wish you a swift attainment of immortality."

Upon hearing this, He Yucheng laughed loudly, "I accept your blessing."

During this seclusion, my cultivation has advanced further, and I will be able to break through to a higher realm soon.

"I'm in a good mood right now. If you have any difficulties, just tell me, and I'll help you solve them."

Qin Wu bowed respectfully and replied, "Under the protection of the Immortal Master, the Qin State is as stable as Mount Tai. The famine of a few days ago has been quelled, and we will surely be able to settle down now."

He Yucheng listened with great satisfaction and nodded repeatedly. "That's right, with this immortal master in charge, the Qin State will surely become more and more stable."

"And you've prepared thirty beautiful women for me in advance, to use during my next seclusion."

Qin Wu quickly stepped forward, leaned close to him, and whispered, "I recently investigated and dealt with a group of corrupt officials, and I will offer their female relatives to the Immortal Master when the time comes."

He Yucheng's eyes suddenly lit up, and he immediately nodded in approval. "Qin Wu, you did very well. With this immortal master here, the Qin State will surely be as stable as Mount Tai in the future."

Suddenly, the smile on his face froze as he sensed an overwhelming force suddenly attacking him.

He subconsciously activated his spiritual energy shield and protective armor, while simultaneously retreating rapidly.

His gaze fell upon Qin Wu, who was standing close at hand, his face icy cold and filled with murderous intent, a fist hurtling towards him.

"Bang!"

The domineering fist force instantly shattered the spiritual energy shield and slammed heavily onto the protective armor.

He Yucheng was sent flying backward, excruciating pain engulfing his entire body, and blood spilled from the corner of his mouth.

His face was filled with horror as he glared at Qin Wu and roared, "Qin Wu, you're insane! How dare you plot against this immortal master!"

Today I will kill you, annihilate your Qin Household, and turn all the women of your Qin Household into my dual cultivation vessels."

"I've gone mad, completely driven insane by your Demonic Flame Sect." Qin Wu's eyes blazed with killing intent, his voice icy cold.

"He Yucheng, you fiend, you have no chance left. Today, I will utterly crush you!"

Before he finished speaking, he launched another attack, throwing a punch with overwhelming imperial power, as if the emperor were sitting in the Golden Palace, carrying the force of Thunder of Ten Thousand Jun straight towards He Yucheng.

"I never expected you to be so secretive, having cultivated mortal martial arts to such a level, with attack power comparable to that of the Golden Core Realm."

Even so, a mortal martial artist is no match for a cultivator. What happened just now was merely a sneak attack by you. Now, you shall die!

After regaining his footing, He Yucheng had no time to cast Law Technique. He only had time to take out his low-grade spirit sword and slash at the force of the fist.

"Boom!"

The force of the fist collided with the spirit blade, creating a thunderous explosion on the ground. A violent shockwave swept in all directions, instantly killing the surrounding eunuchs.

He Yucheng was so shocked that he spat out blood and was sent flying backward.

The moment Qin Wu made his move, all the Secret Guard hidden in the shadows leaped up and landed around the palace in the positions of the Four Symbols Formation, forming hand seals to set up the Four Symbols Immortal-Locking Formation.

A protective array suddenly formed, enveloping the entire palace, and an invisible suppressive force pressed down on He Yucheng.

Shangguan Zhong moved with lightning speed, rushing out and heading straight for He Yucheng, intending to help Qin Wu suppress him.

He Yucheng caught a glimpse of the suddenly appearing array light barrier, felt the suppressive force on his body, his expression changed drastically, and he exclaimed in alarm:

"How is that possible! How could you mere mortal ants understand formations?"

Could it be that the righteous sects are going to deal with my Demonic Flame Sect?

Before he could finish speaking, he saw Qin Wu's attack coming again, and could only hastily swing his sword to block it.

"Boom!"

The force of the fist clashed with the spirit blade once more. He Yucheng, restrained by the suppressing power of the formation and severely injured, suffered a significant reduction in strength.

He was no match for Qin Wu and was blasted away again, crashing heavily into the palace wall.

Seeing He Yucheng injured again, Qin Wu's spirits lifted, a look of joy appeared on his face, and he flashed in front of him like lightning, throwing another punch.

The emperor's imposing aura surged forth, and his domineering fist force pressed down directly.

He Yucheng felt excruciating pain in his internal organs and could only hastily raise his knife to block.

"Bang!"

After a muffled thud, a crisp "crack" followed, and his arm was snapped in two, eliciting a piercing scream.

"You damned ant, stop! If you dare kill me, the Demonic Flame Sect will not let you get away with it."

"I won't kill you now, don't worry."

Qin Wu's attacks continued relentlessly, striking with lightning speed and instantly severing He Yucheng's remaining arms and legs.

Immediately afterwards, he struck his Dantian with a powerful palm strike.

"Bang!"

With a muffled thud, He Yucheng's Golden Core core shattered, and his spiritual energy dissipated wildly outward like a burst dam.