Chapter 1257: Assassination (Thanks to 'Xian Fan You Bie' for the generous support)
Chapter 1257: Assassination (Thanks to 'Xian Fan You Bie' for the generous support)
2017-11-20
Within the Capital Military Camp, in Luoyang City, and at the heart of the Imperial Palace, Lu Hai Kong was unaware of the grand scene unfolding outside, as his attention was fully occupied by another matter.
Soon after the Emperor Cauldron began its fusion with the Yu King Bell, Lu Hai Kong encountered a formidable challenge. The eight streams of power from other Yu King Bells greatly amplified the Ji Province Cauldron before him, directly endangering both the Emperor Cauldron and its master, Lu Hai Kong.
Fortunately, Lu Hai Kong had prepared for such a situation in advance.
Firstly, the Heaven-Stabilizing Hall was located at the center of the Imperial Palace's dragon vein, and the palace itself was a core stronghold of Lu Hai Kong's forces, boasting formidable defenses.
Secondly, the presence of the Crimson Heaven Sword and the Mysterious Ancient Zither in the Heaven-Stabilizing Hall also played a crucial role. Although neither artifact belonged to Lu Hai Kong, after years of familiarity, they had become like old acquaintances. In times of danger, these artifacts would lend their power to aid Lu Hai Kong.
During the abnormal changes in the Yu King Bell, both of Lu Hai Kong's preparations proved effective, providing significant assistance during the fusion process. However, these preparations were not the primary reason for Lu Hai Kong's success this time.
After all, the Yu King Bell had gained support from eight other Yu King Bells, and while Lu Hai Kong could easily handle the two unclaimed powers from the Three Kingdoms world, the remaining six were a different story.
These six powers were all artificially enhanced, and although they couldn't unleash their full strength due to the distance, each of them possessed the might of a state's fortune or even greater.
As the six powers surged, Lu Hai Kong's preparations were rendered useless. He had thought that this time, he would fail and might even damage the Emperor Cauldron in the process.
However, an unexpected twist of fate occurred.
In the face of the Yu King Bell's backlash, the Emperor Cauldron unleashed a terrifying might, forcefully suppressing the Yu King Bell and establishing a new order!
It could be said that although the fusion process, from the start to its completion, took less than half a day, it was filled with twists and turns, and extreme danger. Fortunately, amidst various strokes of luck and assistance, Lu Hai Kong ultimately succeeded.
After the Emperor Cauldron's display of power, the Yu King Bell was finally merged and consumed by the Emperor Cauldron.
Following the fusion, the Emperor Cauldron immediately entered an upgrade state, which seemed like it would take a considerable amount of time. However, Lu Hai Kong could sense that the Emperor Cauldron was strengthening at a terrifying rate every moment.
Once the upgrade was complete, Lu Hai Kong's strength would undoubtedly soar.
Lu Hai Kong's gains didn't end there. As the Emperor Cauldron devoured and evolved, it also began to nourish him.
Immense, pure streams of psychic energy suddenly appeared in Lu Hai Kong's Sea of Consciousness, while vast amounts of highly refined energy materialized in his Dantian.
This sudden change compelled Lu Hai Kong to enter a cultivation state to assimilate these two energy sources. Given the sheer magnitude and purity of the energy, it would likely take Lu Hai Kong over a dozen days, if not longer, to completely absorb and refine it.
Lu Hai Kong, a man with an already terrifyingly high Martial realm, had absorbed the energy, and his strength would undoubtedly soar to the next level. Additionally, his cultivation in the Dao would likely receive a substantial boost, making this a massive harvest.
...
With the successful devouring of the Emperor Cauldron, the events in Luoyang City came to a close.
Although Lu Hai Kong had been in seclusion for cultivation and hadn't appeared for some time, everyone knew he was safe. Luoyang resumed its operations after the anomaly, and everyone went about their business.
Meanwhile, in Chang'an City, a group of people began their plan.
After Chen Gong was forcefully suppressed by Dong Zhuo, the entire Chang'an City was essentially under the control of the young man's will.
Thanks to Dong Zhuo's previous domineering actions, his subordinates obediently followed the young man's orders.
Li Su and his men were loyal and dedicated, but their abilities in this regard were inferior to Chen Gong's. Despite their best efforts to fulfill the young man's demands, the entire Chang'an City fell into disarray.
In just half a month, the once-prosperous Chang'an City became desolate.
Today, the entire Chang'an City was shrouded in despair and fear. Whether they were aristocratic families or commoners, everyone trembled in the shadow of the young man.
In his eyes, both the aristocrats and the common folk were nothing more than lambs to be slaughtered.
For over half a month, this man had done nothing but bully the aristocrats and the commoners. His only accomplishment was a kilometer-long pit outside the city, which continued to deepen, surrounded by piles of various supplies.
...
The chaotic Chang'an City, with actions that made no sense.
Witnessing the young man's behavior over the past half-month, even Li Su couldn't sit idly by, let alone those who had their hearts set on the Imperial Palace. Thus, a plot against the young man commenced.
...
Late at night, near the young man's hideout, dozens of Death Commandos in black attire quietly lay in ambush.
As the young man returned to his hideout, escorted by over a dozen guards, he walked right into the trap.
"Attack!"
The moment the young man entered the circle of black-clad commandos, they struck without hesitation!
Dozens of crossbow bolts were fired simultaneously. Despite the guards' considerable strength, they couldn't withstand the Exquisite-level crossbow bolts. Within three minutes, all the guards were shot down.
However, the black-clad group was far from happy with this outcome. They hadn't intentionally avoided the young man, but after their assault, he remained completely unharmed.
Stranger still, the young man's face wore a mocking smile throughout...
(End of Chapter)
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