Chapter 202: You Dared to Secretly Cultivate an Evil Body!

Chapter 202: You Dared to Secretly Cultivate an Evil Body!

Upon learning that the Ji Imperial Family had a Grandmaster of True Intent who could slay the head of the Li Clan of Wasteland Province, Gu Qingfeng was taken aback.

He had some knowledge about the Li Clan of Wasteland Province. Among the few Immortal Lineages in the world, the Li Clan was one of them. In terms of strength, the Li Clan was on par with the now-defunct Heavenly Sun Sword Sect. The head of the Li Clan was a formidable figure, far from ordinary. Yet, such a powerful individual was killed by the Grandmaster of True Intent from the Ji Imperial Family, which spoke volumes about the Grandmaster's terrifying strength.

"If I get the chance, I would like to challenge that Grandmaster of True Intent. But it seems unlikely now."

Gu Qingfeng shook his head. The reason was simple: that Grandmaster of True Intent was about to die. Even if he hadn't been critically injured, he had no chance of survival. The Immortal Lineages would not let someone who could kill the head of an Immortal Lineage live. Moreover, the life force of a Grandmaster was something these forces coveted. With the imperial army besieging the capital of Central Province, the fall of the Ji Imperial Family was only a matter of time.

After that, Gu Qingfeng continued his seclusion. A few days later, the secret formula from the Divine Martial Sect was delivered to him. When he saw the formula, his expression showed a hint of disappointment.

"This formula is quite good, but unfortunately, it has no effect on martial artists at the Grandmaster level and above."

The secret formula from the Divine Martial Sect was indeed extraordinary, but Gu Qingfeng could see that it would have little to no effect on him at his current level. He was disappointed, but he quickly let it go. Putting the formula aside, he continued to study the Eternal Blade Intent.

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Central Province.

Capital.

The ancient city was now drenched in blood, with severed limbs and dismembered bodies scattered everywhere. The city gates were piled high with corpses, emitting a nauseating stench of blood.

At that moment, the army was still attacking the city. Several figures floated in the air, their gazes cold as they looked toward the capital.

"Ji Chunqiu, why do you persist in futile resistance? Now that Ji Shendao has passed away, what does your imperial family have left to resist us?"

Taixuan Shi, one of the leaders, looked at the figure on the city wall with a cold expression.

Ji Chunqiu's face was stern. "Our Taixuan Dynasty has ruled for three thousand years. Do you really think you can destroy the foundation of the Ji Imperial Family? If you want a fight, I will see it through to the end. The last time, it was Li Xuanji who died; this time, it might be you."

At the mention of Li Xuanji, a trace of fear flashed in the eyes of the various powerful figures. In the last battle, Ji Shendao had used a secret technique to unleash a devastating attack, killing Li Xuanji on the spot. That scene was deeply etched in their minds, and none of them had the confidence to withstand Ji Shendao's blade.

At this moment, Taixuan Shi sneered. "Ji Shendao is dead, and your imperial family has no one else like him. If you think you can deceive us, you are mistaken!"

With that, Taixuan Shi launched a powerful attack. The force of a peak Nascent Transformation Realm expert surged like a tidal wave, causing many of the imperial forces to pale in fear. In the presence of such a powerful figure, ordinary martial artists were no different from ants.

However—

At that moment, Ji Chunqiu took a step forward, and a terrifying spiritual energy erupted from his body. A strange black shadow appeared behind him, forming a hundred-meter-tall figure that was as imposing as a mountain.

Then, Ji Chunqiu struck with a palm, and the two forces collided. Taixuan Shi's body was violently shaken, and he was forced to retreat.

This sudden turn of events made Taixuan Shi's eyes widen in shock.

"Nascent Transformation Realm!"

"You dared to secretly cultivate an evil body!!"

Taixuan Shi was genuinely stunned. He never imagined that Ji Chunqiu would cultivate an evil body to become a sorcerer and even reach the Nascent Transformation Realm.

No—

The strength Ji Chunqiu displayed was not just that of an ordinary Nascent Transformation Realm. This level of power was at least that of a peak Nascent Transformation Realm, and possibly even a half-step Divine Realm.

At this moment, the other powerful figures also changed their expressions. It was a long-standing agreement that the imperial family of a dynasty could not cultivate an evil body, a rule that could not be broken. After all, emperors should not live forever. If an emperor who ruled the world were to achieve immortality, it would be a disaster for the Immortal Lineages.

But what they didn't expect was that Ji Chunqiu had not only secretly cultivated an evil body but also reached such a shocking level, catching them off guard.

"Hmph, emperors should live forever. What does it matter if I cultivate an evil body? Unfortunately, you moved too quickly. If you had given me another century, I would have surely reached the Divine Realm!"

Seeing his trump card exposed, Ji Chunqiu stood firm, his gaze filled with disdain. Deep in his eyes, there was a trace of regret.

If he could reach the Divine Realm, all the sorcerers in the world would be mere ants.

At that time.

The Ji Imperial Family wouldn't just suppress the world for three thousand years; even four or five thousand years would pose no problem.

Alas.

Breaking through to the Divine Realm is no easy feat.

Even though Ji Chunqiu has been collecting life energies and secretly using various precious materials to cultivate over the years, he has only just managed to break through to the Half-Step Divine Realm.

"Since you have all discovered My secret, you have no reason to live!"

Ji Chunqiu roared in fury, taking a step into the air and charging towards Tai Xuanshi and the others.

Seeing this, Tai Xuanshi's expression turned grave, and he immediately unleashed his full power to confront Ji Chunqiu.

At that moment.

With Ji Chunqiu's achievement of the Half-Step Divine Realm by refining evil into his body, other hidden strong figures could no longer sit idly by. They emerged one after another, uniting to besiege him.

Meanwhile.

The army's assault on the city intensified.

Even with a Grandmaster of Martial Arts guarding the city gates, it was impossible to completely hold back the overwhelming force.

In the end.

The city gates were breached.

The vast capital city was engulfed in flames and chaos.

"Kill!"

"I will make you all die a thousand deaths!!"

Seeing the capital breached, Ji Chunqiu's face twisted in fury. His powerful spiritual energy shattered the space around him, and he launched a fierce attack at Tai Xuanshi.

Tai Xuanshi's expression changed, and he struggled to defend himself, but he could not withstand Ji Chunqiu's enraged strike. His protective spiritual energy shattered, and a trickle of blood leaked from the corner of his mouth.

"This fiend is ruthless. Everyone, do not hold back any longer, or we will surely fail—"

Tai Xuanshi roared hoarsely, the shadow of an evil spirit behind him reflecting in the void. His spiritual energy exploded, reaching its limit.

Seeing this, the others did not hesitate, each displaying their most powerful techniques, joining forces with Tai Xuanshi to surround and attack Ji Chunqiu.

Even with his Half-Step Divine Realm cultivation, Ji Chunqiu now felt immense pressure from the combined assault of numerous strong figures.

However.

His expression showed no fear.

"Come, all of you. Today, I will wipe you all out!"

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The chaos in Central Province.

The first news of this event was quickly relayed to Gu Yang via a messenger pigeon.

Gu Yang had already returned to the Guangyang Manor, quietly enhancing his own strength while also overseeing the situation in Qingyun Province from the command center.

Now.

The Guangyang Army had entered the Chijiang and Danyang regions, and with the assistance of several Grandmasters, the army was invincible. The remaining imperial and rebel forces had no means of resistance.

At this rate, it wouldn't take long for both regions to fall under Gu Yang's control.

At this moment.

A messenger pigeon arrived.

Gu Yang opened the sealed message, and his expression changed slightly upon reading its contents.

"Ji Chunqiu, Half-Step Divine Realm... The Ji Imperial Family has truly been hiding in the shadows!"

The message contained the events unfolding in Central Province.

When Gu Yang learned that the Ji Imperial Family had five Grandmasters of Martial Arts, he was already surprised. Now, to find out that Ji Chunqiu himself was a Half-Step Divine Realm powerhouse left him even more astonished.

In an instant.

Gu Yang recalled the rumors of Ji Chunqiu's illness.

Now, it was clear.

Those rumors were nothing but a smokescreen.

"If this person truly reaches the Divine Realm, the three-thousand-year cycle of the dynasty might indeed be broken!"

Gu Yang muttered to himself.

He was well aware of what the Divine Realm entailed.

It was a realm that truly transcended Grandmasters of Martial Arts and the Life Transformation Realm. Even so-called True Intention Grandmasters were insignificant before a Divine Realm powerhouse.

Throughout history, Divine Realm powerhouses were few and far between.

However.

A half-step is still a half-step.

The news from Central Province indicated that although Ji Chunqiu was a Half-Step Divine Realm powerhouse, the immortal sects and noble families also had deep reserves. With numerous strong figures gathering in Central Province, even a Half-Step Divine Realm powerhouse would struggle to resist.

But one thing was certain.

Gu Yang was sure that even if the Ji Imperial Family fell, the other factions would not come out unscathed.

A Half-Step Divine Realm powerhouse's final counterattack would not be simple.

Afterward.

Gu Yang relayed this information back to the Gu Family Village.

With such a significant event in Central Province, Gu Yang had to inform Gu Qingfeng.

Once he finished this task, Gu Yang calmed down.

He couldn't intervene in the Central Province situation for now, so he would focus on securing Qingyun Province first.

At that moment.

A fragrant breeze wafted in.

Gu Yang looked toward the hall's entrance, his face softening into a gentle smile.

"Li-er has come!"

"My lord."

Zhong Li smiled slightly.

Gu Yang immediately pulled her into his arms.

He genuinely liked Zhong Li.

After all, if he didn't, he wouldn't have married her.

Then, Gu Yang's hand gently caressed Zhong Li's abdomen, as if feeling something.

"I wonder if the secret formula from the Divine Martial Sect is truly effective..."

(End of Chapter)

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