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Chapter 165: The Imperial Ji Family
Chapter 165: The Imperial Ji Family
Taosu Sect.
The atmosphere in the grand hall of the sect was tense and oppressive.
Taohuan, the grandmaster of Taosu Sect, who was once high and mighty, now had a dark and sullen expression.
"Prohibiting evil spirits in Guangyang Prefecture and even banning all sorcerers from entering Guangyang Prefecture—this person is truly audacious!"
Taohuan's voice was icy.
During the battle in Guangyang Prefecture, other sects had suffered losses, but Taosu Sect had lost a significant number of disciples, including an elder who was just a step away from the Transformation Realm.
Such actions were, in Taohuan's view, a direct slap in the face of Taosu Sect.
In the past, Taohuan would never have swallowed such an insult.
But now—
Despite his inner rage, Taohuan did not order an immediate attack on Guangyang Prefecture.
After all, a formidable warrior rumored to be on par with the Martial Ancestor was not to be taken lightly.
"I've heard that the one in Guangyang Prefecture even slew the evil spirit possessed by Gu Yutian, breaking the legend that evil spirits are immortal. If this person can truly achieve this, our status will surely be affected!"
An elder of Taosu Sect had a grave expression.
Sorcerers had grown powerful not only because of their long lifespans but also because warriors found it difficult to deal with evil spirits.
If warriors could effectively handle evil spirits, the significance of sorcerers would be diminished.
Taohuan's expression had returned to its usual coldness: "What people seek is nothing more than eternal life. Even if this person is on par with the Martial Ancestor, his lifespan is still a mere two thousand years."
"Those at the Spirit Fusion Realm can live for one thousand five hundred years, those at the Transformation Realm can live for three thousand years, and if one can break through to the Divine Passage Realm, they can live for five thousand years!"
"Rumors say that above the Divine Passage Realm, there lies the secret to true immortality."
"Because of this, warriors will never be able to challenge the status of sorcerers!"
Taohuan was well aware that the growth of sorcerers was not because they truly cared about the welfare of the people, desiring to absorb evil into their bodies to devour demons.
The true reason for the rise of sorcerers was the pursuit of eternal life.
Despite this—
Since the emergence of sorcerers, the strongest among them had only reached the Divine Passage Realm.
The concept of true immortality existed only in legends.
But—
Legends were legends, and there was always a sliver of hope.
In contrast—
The short lifespan of warriors was a well-known fact.
"Currently, the Grand Elder is in seclusion, striving to break through to the Divine Passage Realm. Once the Grand Elder succeeds, mere warriors will be nothing to fear!"
"Even if this person is on par with the Martial Ancestor, once one reaches the Divine Passage Realm, they can dominate the world."
"Back when the Ji Family had a Divine Passage elder, their power was unparalleled across the Nine Provinces. Only after the elder's passing did other sects and noble families have a chance to breathe."
"Now, we just need to wait for the Grand Elder to emerge from seclusion, and Taosu Sect will become the second Ji Family!"
Taohuan's eyes burned with intensity. This was a secret of Taosu Sect, known only to the highest echelons of the sect.
The Grand Elder had already reached the half-step Divine Passage Realm and had been in a life-or-death seclusion. The outside world believed the Grand Elder had long passed away, but this was not the case.
After all—
If this information were to leak—
Taosu Sect would surely face attacks from other forces.
When the Ji Family once had a Divine Passage elder, they dominated the world for five thousand years. The various immortal sects and noble families would not want to see such a situation again.
Therefore—
If the news of Taosu Sect having a powerful figure secretly striving for the Divine Passage Realm were to spread, the consequences would be unimaginable.
At that time—
Even if Taosu Sect were an immortal sect, it might not be able to withstand such pressure.
But.
If the Grand Elder can break through and reach the Divine Realm, all the problems will no longer be significant.
What is a Despot Blade!
What are the Immortal Sects and Noble Families!
In the presence of a Divine Realm ancestor, they are nothing.
"Regarding the matters in Azure Cloud Province, our Taosu Sect will refrain from getting involved for now. If other sects cannot sit still, let them be the ones to test the depths of that person's strength!"
Grandmaster Taixuan suppressed all thoughts and looked at the other sect elders, speaking calmly.
In response,
the other elders had no objections.
This time, the Taosu Sect did indeed lose face, but in the face of the sect's foundation and their own lives, a little bit of pride meant nothing.
After all, if they were to truly move against the Lord of Guangyang Prefecture, who would be the right person to send?
Everyone present,
including Grandmaster Taixuan,
doubted that any of them could be a match for that Despot Blade.
Gu Yutian had already sacrificed his life to show the world just how terrifying that person's strength truly was.
...
Central Province.
Imperial Palace.
In the Imperial Study,
Emperor Ji Chunqiu of the Taixuan Dynasty was seated, wearing his dragon robe. His face was aged, and his entire being exuded a sense of decline.
Before him lay a report from Azure Cloud Province, its contents concerning Guangyang Prefecture.
"Despot Blade Gu Qingfeng!"
"Killed the Heavenly Yang Sword Sect's Grandmaster Gu Yutian with a single strike. His martial arts cultivation is divine, possibly on par with the Martial Ancestor from ten thousand years ago!"
"Additionally, this person possesses the means to eliminate evil spirits—"
After reading the report for a long time, Ji Chunqiu let out a long breath and passed it to the others in the Imperial Study.
The spacious Imperial Study
was not only occupied by Ji Chunqiu but also by several members of the royal family, all of whom were seated formally.
They took turns reading the report, their expressions changing.
"Father, is this news true?"
The one who spoke was the current Crown Prince, Ji Zhenan.
Ji Chunqiu replied coolly, "This news should be accurate. The Martial Ancestor of old was said to be a supreme being who broke the limits of the Grandmaster realm.
However, since the Martial Ancestor's passing, no one in the world has been able to reach such a realm again."
"I never expected that Guangyang Prefecture could produce such a powerful figure!"
As he spoke,
Ji Chunqiu's tone was tinged with a hint of emotion.
The emergence of a figure on par with the Martial Ancestor was enough to stir his inner turmoil.
Upon hearing this,
Ji Zhenan cautiously asked, "Father, do you plan to court this person?"
"Indeed!"
Ji Chunqiu nodded.
"Our royal family may have originated from the Ji family, but a dynasty's three-thousand-year cycle is an unescapable fate. The previous dynasty, despite its deep roots, only managed to extend its rule by six hundred years before ultimately falling."
"Today, many heroes are vying for control of Central Province, aiming to destroy our Taixuan Dynasty. If the dynasty falls, you will have no chance of survival!"
These words were harsh, but they were the truth.
The Taixuan Dynasty's founding ancestor was actually a collateral descendant of the Ji family, who, with the support of the Ji family, rose to power and established the Taixuan Dynasty.
Over the years,
the Taixuan Dynasty has continuously provided resources to the Ji family.
But now, with the three-thousand-year cycle having arrived, the Ji family no longer protects the Taixuan Dynasty.
Without the support of an immortal noble family, the Taixuan Dynasty's downfall is imminent.
Faced with this,
Ji Chunqiu was naturally unwilling to accept it.
(End of Chapter)
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