Chapter 160: Demi-Saint's Warning! Advancing Dragon Elephant Prajna Skill! (4k)

Chapter 160: Demi-Saint's Warning! Advancing Dragon Elephant Prajna Skill! (4k)



Rumble~

Outside Xuan'en Prefecture.

A horse-drawn carriage sped swiftly towards the Xuan'en Prefecture city, not far away.

"With Hua Demi-Saint's arrival, Gao Wenyu won't be able to stir up any trouble. Let's hurry back!" Zhao Li's face carried a hint of excitement.

The others also wore a hint of joy.

On the surface, everyone believed that Qin Zheng was powerful and wouldn't be at a disadvantage against Gao Wenyu.

However, as a member of the Quanyang Gao Clan, who knew if Gao Wenyu had other hidden abilities? Just like the demon dragon that suddenly materialized above Xuan'en Prefecture, it was undoubtedly one of Gao Wenyu's tricks!

If not for the Demi-Saint from the Ta Wu Academy in the capital, that demon dragon might have wreaked havoc within Xuan'en Prefecture.

Therefore, their return journey was even faster than their departure.

They had to hurry and confirm Qin Zheng's safety, preventing Gao Wenyu from causing any more danger.

This was the confidence the Demi-Saint from Ta Wu Academy gave them!

The carriage raced ahead, stirring up a gust of wind as it sped through the streets of Xuan'en Prefecture.

After a moment, the carriage halted before the gates of the Governor's Mansion.

The once majestic and imposing Governor's Mansion now lay in ruins, with collapsed buildings, rising dust, and a faint scent of blood.

Witnessing this scene, everyone's expressions grew more solemn. Zhao Li alighted from the carriage and took a step towards the Governor's Mansion.

Just then, a gentle breeze blew, and Qin Zheng's figure appeared at the entrance of the Governor's Mansion.

"You..."

He looked at the solemn faces of the group, about to ask why they had returned.

Then, he reconsidered. The commotion caused by the Blackwater Demon Dragon must have worried them, prompting their return.

Zhao Li quickly spoke up, "The one who unsheathed his sword just now is Hua Qingyun, the Demi-Saint from the Ta Wu Academy in the capital!"

"Rest assured, with him here, Gao Wenyu won't be able to stir up any trouble!"

As Zhao Li spoke, his gaze swept past Qin Zheng, focusing on the Governor's Mansion behind him.

He was waiting for Gao Wenyu to appear.

However, after several breaths, there was still no movement from within the Governor's Mansion.

His heart skipped a beat, and he turned his attention back to Qin Zheng, his expression shifting to one of surprise. Simultaneously, he released his spiritual energy, covering the entire Governor's Mansion.

"I killed Gao Wenyu."

At this moment, Qin Zheng didn't hide anything and spoke calmly, as if he had casually killed some insignificant creature.

But when these words reached the group's ears, it was like a tidal wave of shock!

Gao Wenyu, a member of the Quanyang Gao Clan, possessed numerous abilities and had reached the threshold of the limit of Essence. Yet, in such a short time, he had been killed?

"You've broken through the limit of Essence?"

At this moment, Zhao Li asked without hesitation.

Although he had previously speculated that Qin Zheng might have secretly broken through the limit of Essence, it was merely a guess, not a certainty.

If this were true, then this young man before him would almost certainly become the next Nation-Protecting Martial Saint of Great Jin!

As Zhao Li's words left his mouth, both Wei Qingshuang and Wei Wujing looked at Qin Zheng with burning eyes.

However, Qin Zheng shook his head and said, "No."

"Then did you reach the threshold?"

After hearing Qin Zheng's response, Zhao Li thought for a moment and asked tentatively.

Reaching the threshold at such a young age also significantly increased the likelihood of becoming a Martial Saint.

But Qin Zheng only shook his head in response.

Zhao Li wanted to ask more, but he remembered that martial cultivation was a private matter, and it was inappropriate for him to inquire further. So, he remained silent.

Qin Zheng didn't explain. Instead, he turned to Wei Wujing and said, "Master."

Wei Wujing nodded with relief, but deep within his eyes, concern stirred.

Gao Wenyu, as a member of the Quanyang Gao Clan, held a more significant position than Gao Wuxing and the others Qin Zheng had killed.

Qin Zheng's killing of Gao Wenyu would undoubtedly create even more significant waves within the Quanyang Gao Clan.

He wanted to say something, but seeing the clarity in Qin Zheng's eyes, he realized that Qin Zheng had already considered his actions.

Just then, a cool voice sounded.

"Impressive! Before reaching the pinnacle of your realm, you've managed to slay one who has touched the threshold and forced the demon dragon to reveal its true form!"

"Indeed, a dragon has emerged from the shallow waters of Qingzhou!"

Then, at the edge of the sky, a ray of light flashed, and a three-foot-long flying sword tore through the void, arriving in an instant!

Everyone's gaze followed the direction of the voice.

A young man in a white robe appeared out of thin air, standing atop a distant roof.

The flying sword descended from the heavens, landing in his hand like a streak of light.

Qin Zheng keenly noticed that the sword still had traces of fresh blood and flesh, with the aura of the Blackwater Demon Dragon lingering on it.

Swish!

The white-robed man lightly leaped, instantly appearing before the crowd.

"Elder Hua!"

Zhao Li's eyes lit up, and he took the lead, bowing and greeting him.

The rest of the crowd followed suit, bowing and speaking.

Hua Qingyun nodded.

His gaze shifted from Qin Zheng to Wei Wujie, who was visibly aged and frail, and he sighed softly.

"Return to the capital. With Elder Wei's help, you will recover."

Wei Wujie's face darkened, and he shook his head without speaking.

Hua Qingyun didn't say more, but his gaze returned to Qin Zheng as he spoke, "You're quite capable!"

Qin Zheng was about to respond when the Half-step Martial Saint spoke again, "But you've already taken the righteous path to death!"

Boom!

These words were like a thunderclap in the minds of the crowd. Qin Zheng's eyes narrowed, and his face turned grim.

Wei Wujie staggered forward, protecting Qin Zheng behind him, and said coldly, "Elder Hua, what do you mean by this?"

Hua Qingyun didn't mind Wei Wujie's attitude and calmly said, "I mean no harm. I'm just giving him a reminder."

"You can kill Gao Wenyu, and you can kill his son, as they carry many sins and have done many foolish things that go against the court."

"But you can't kill them all!"

For a moment, the crowd's gaze shifted from Hua Qingyun to Qin Zheng.

In such a short time, this young man had not only killed Gao Wenyu but also fought the Demon Dragon and even wiped out the Gao Clan's bloodline?

Wei Qingshuang and the others' gaze towards Qin Zheng became complex.

This was equivalent to eradicating the Quanyang Gao Clan's branch in Qingzhou, leaving none behind, almost like a complete extermination!

A ruthless move to uproot the problem!

Hua Qingyun's voice continued, "By doing this, you've already touched upon the Gao Clan. They won't let you off easily."

Wei Wujie's expression remained unchanged, showing no emotional reaction and unaffected by the news.

But he said, "Today, at Xuan'en Prefecture in Qingzhou, I, Wei Wujie, was humiliated by Gao Wenyu, so I killed his descendants to vent my anger!"

He wanted to take this calamity upon himself.

Zhao Li stepped forward and looked at Hua Qingyun, hurriedly saying, "Elder Hua, Gao Wenyu colluded with the Moxu Demon Cavern, intending to sacrifice Qingzhou to retrieve the Qinglong's remains!"

"This is a crime worthy of the extermination of the nine families! How can the Gao Clan seek revenge?"

Wei Wujie's face changed abruptly, and he looked at Zhao Li in shock, "What did you say?"

He had just learned of this news.

Hua Qingyun's gaze remained calm as he looked at the crowd and said, "That's why I said you can kill Gao Wenyu and his descendants, but you can't kill them all. Do you understand?"

At this point, the Demi-Saint's eyes showed a hint of hesitation, and he continued, "Moreover, there's some controversy in the court regarding the Qingzhou incident."

The crowd's faces changed, and Wei Wujie asked, "Controversy?"

"Could they really be willing to abandon Qingzhou for the Qinglong's remains?"

Hua Qingyun's eyebrows furrowed slightly, and he said, "You don't need to know too much. This is a matter for the court, and I'm not entirely clear about it."

He turned his gaze to Qin Zheng and continued, "Your talent is exceptional. Becoming a Half-step Martial Saint should be no problem, even if you don't reach the level of a Martial Saint."

"Advance quickly. We don't know when the Gao Clan's retaliation will come. If you advance to the Half-step Martial Saint before that, they will have no choice but to give up."

The Half-step Martial Saint also carries the title of Martial Saint!

Such an existence cannot be easily threatened with retaliation!

Although the Quanyang Gao Clan has a strong foundation, they are not truly invincible in the Great Jin Dynasty.

As long as Qin Zheng advances to the Half-step Martial Saint, all threats will be easily resolved.

Wei Wujie wanted to say something more, but at this moment, Qin Zheng stretched out his hand to stop him.

His face was calm, showing no signs of panic, as if the threat didn't concern him.

Then, he heard the man speak, "Since I've taken action, I've naturally considered the consequences. Master, you need not worry."

The National Guardian Saint, stationed in the Great Jin Dynasty, was tasked with deterring seventy-two Demon Caverns.

Even if the Quanya Gao Clan wanted to retaliate against Qin Zheng, they certainly wouldn't deploy such a high-level figure!

So, it's highly likely that the one they send will be a Half-step Martial Sage who has surpassed a certain limit!

To be honest, Qin Zheng wasn't worried about such an existence.

A Half-step Martial Sage who has surpassed the limit of 'Essence' and undergone a physical transformation can only exert a strength of around five hundred thousand jin.

Although Qin Zheng's current strength is not enough, it's not far off either.

However, he didn't need to explain these details to the people before him.

Seeing Qin Zheng's calm and composed demeanor, the crowd seemed to be influenced by his mental state, and their panic and anxiety dissipated.

"Good!"

At this moment, Hua Qingyun spoke up again.

He then turned to Qin Zheng, his eyes filled with admiration. "The strength of the Blackwater Demon Dragon in the Demon Cavern is not weak. My previous sword strike didn't kill it."

"So, for the next period, I'll stay within Qingzhou's borders to prevent those demons from harming the state."

"During this time, if you have any doubts or questions about cultivation, you can come to me."

"Even insights about surpassing limits, I can share with you."

"I've surpassed the limit of 'Divinity', not 'Essence', so you can refer to my experiences, but I can't guarantee the results."

After he finished speaking, the crowd's expressions changed.

Wei Wujie's face softened, and Zhao Li also relaxed.

It turned out that this Demi-Saint truly had no ill intentions; he just seemed a bit blunt in his speech.

Qin Zheng looked at him, and his impression of the man changed. He clasped his fists and said, "Thank you, Senior, for your consideration."

Insights about surpassing limits were extremely precious! The fact that this person was willing to share such insights with him was no different than having a master.

However, Qin Zheng cultivated the 'Eighty-One Transformations Holy Scripture' and could advance by relying on virtue to reach perfection, without needing to surpass a certain limit.

So, he didn't need any insights.

Nevertheless, Qin Zheng still appreciated the man's goodwill.

Hua Qingyun nodded and said, "In that case, you all can return. I'll stay here temporarily to handle some matters."

Hearing this, the crowd nodded, bid their farewells, and left in their carriages.

Zhao Li wanted to stay, but Hua Qingyun sent him away.

Thus, Qin Zheng and his group rode their carriages swiftly towards Linyuan City.

Hua Qingyun, on the other hand, took a step, and his entire body instantly appeared deep within the Governor's Mansion, in front of the collapsed temple.

He took a few steps forward, flipping over broken stones and tiles, as if searching for something.

But the next moment, he stopped.

Under his gaze, beneath the rubble, was a pile of shattered golden body fragments.

One day later.

Linyuan City.

In a dim and quiet room.

Qin Zheng sat upright, his eyes flashing as various thoughts flooded his mind.

After returning to Linyuan City and settling Wei Wujie, Qin Zheng returned to his own courtyard.

Before leaving, Wei Wujie had informed him that after a few days, he should follow Zhao Li to the capital city's Ta Wu Academy to observe the Enlightenment Divine Stele.

Qin Zheng, bearing the enmity of the Quanya Gao Clan, faced the possibility of retaliation from the Gao Clan at any moment.

Going to the capital city was the best choice at this time.

Firstly, it was the center of the Great Jin Dynasty, the place where the royal family's power was most concentrated.

Even if the Gao Clan wanted to take action, they would have to consider the consequences.

Secondly, after observing the Enlightenment Divine Stele, Qin Zheng's strength would increase.

If he could successfully surpass the limit and become a Half-step Martial Sage through this observation, there would be no need to worry.

Qin Zheng naturally understood Wei Wujie's intentions.

However, the journey to the capital city was long, and he wasn't sure if the Gao Clan would make a move during this time.

So, he needed to further enhance his strength!

In the Governor's Mansion, after consuming nine hundred jin of virtue, Qin Zheng advanced the 'Eighty-One Transformations Holy Scripture' to the eighteenth transformation, opening a second meridian. The quality of his Vital Energy was enhanced once again, reaching a fifty percent increase! In other words, the strength Qin Zheng could currently exert had reached four hundred and fifty thousand jin!

Just five hundred thousand jin short of a Half-step Martial Sage who had surpassed the limit of 'Essence'! But the remaining virtue was insufficient to open another meridian.

Qin Zheng considered various possibilities and finally turned his attention to the 'Dragon Elephant Prajna Skill'.

Perhaps it was time to enhance this martial skill as well!

(End of Chapter)

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