Chapter 292: The Constant Retreat of the Return Origin Dynasty

Chapter 292: The Constant Retreat of the Return Origin Dynasty

December 15, 2024

After leaving the Void Holy Land, Gu Qingfeng returned to the Gu Family Manor.

Regarding the alliance with the Void Holy Land, Gu Qingfeng did not bother to inform Gu Yang about it.

After all, the people from the Void Holy Land would naturally contact him, and he was too lazy to get involved in such matters.

Upon returning to the manor...

Gu Qingfeng continued his secluded cultivation as usual.

Before that, he habitually checked the information panel.

...

"Your descendant, Gu Yang, has secluded himself for cultivation, and his cultivation has slightly improved!"

"Your descendant, Gu Xuan, following the orders of the Void Holy Land, went to suppress the rebellious Malevolent Spirits, and the reputation of the Nine Sons of the Void has become even more renowned!"

"Your descendant, Gu Xuan, obtained the opportunity left behind by the Ta Yi Divine Empire, and his strength has greatly increased!"

"Your descendant, Gu Xiu, was attacked by Demons639842!"

"Your descendant, Gu Xiu, accidentally entered an ancient mystic realm and encountered an ancient powerful being who wanted to possess his body for rebirth. In the end, he relied on his own strength to forcefully counterattack and kill the enemy!"

"Your descendant, Gu Xiu, consumed a Demon's inner pill, and his cultivation has improved!"

"Your descendant, Gu Xiu, has gained some understanding of the Imperial Tyrannical Fist, and his strength has greatly increased!"

"Your descendant, Gu Xiu..."

"Your descendant, Gu Sheng'an, is in charge of the Law Enforcement Hall of the Gu Family Manor, and he is reorganizing the order within the manor!"

"Your descendant..."

...

"Your deadman, Gu Wu, established the Jingyun Alliance, which swept across various regions, attracting the attention of many forces. There are already sects from other prefectures who have their eyes on the Jingyun Alliance, wanting to subdue it for their own use!"

"Your deadman, Gu Wu, received support from the Divine Might Dynasty and secretly dealt with the forces of other sects, ensuring the growth of the Jingyun Alliance!"

"Your deadman, Gu Wu, unexpectedly obtained the key to an ancient mystic realm, and from within, he acquired the legacy of a fallen Sage, greatly increasing his strength!"

"Your deadman, Gu Dao, successfully broke through to the Dao Palace Realm after secluded cultivation, reaching the first level of the Dao Palace Realm!"

"Your deadman, Zhuihun, was caught in the aftermath of a battle between two Dao Palace Realm experts, and unfortunately, he was affected by the residual energy, resulting in his death!"

"Your deadman, Gu Sishiqi, was attacked by Demons1333644!"

"Your deadman, Gu Sishiqi, consumed a Demon's inner pill and broke through to the first level of the Dao Palace Realm!"

"Your deadman, Gu Sishiqi, infiltrated an ancient Demon sect and emptied half of their treasure trove, infuriating the sect's powerful beings. They spared no expense and sent a large number of experts to hunt him down!"

"Your deadman, Gu Sishiqi, was attacked by Demon experts, but he managed to escape with severe injuries, forcing his way out of the encirclement!"

"Your deadman, Li Changfeng, received guidance from a powerful being, and his cultivation broke through to the fifth level of the Divine Transformation Realm!"

"Your deadman, Shen Wuyan, accidentally obtained an ancient artifact, and a hidden remnant soul within it possessed his body, resulting in his death and the dissipation of his Dao!"

"Your deadman..."

...

The information panel for his descendants had not changed much, but the panel for his deadmen was constantly updating.

Some of them obtained opportunities, greatly increasing their strength.

Some of them perished due to various accidents.

"Zhuihun is dead!"

Gu Qingfeng's expression became slightly complicated as he read the words on the information panel.

Although he had numerous deadmen under his command, the only ones whose names he could remember were from the initial batch.

Zhuihun was one of them.

Unfortunately, his luck was not as good, and he was killed by the aftermath of a battle between two Dao Palace Realm experts, which was unavoidable.

"Gu Sishiqi's luck is indeed good. These years, he has been hiding in the Demon Realm, not only surviving but also breaking through to the Dao Palace Realm!"

"However, up until now, many deadmen have perished. When the great era of competition arrives, who will be the first to reach the Sage Realm?"

Gu Qingfeng thought to himself.

Opportunities may not always be true opportunities.

For example, some deadmen being possessed is a typical case.

However, overall...

All the deadmen who survived have experienced varying degrees of strength improvement.

Up until now...

Among the thousands of deadmen, those who have entered the Dao Palace Realm are not less than a few.

This ratio is actually not bad.

After all, from the time the deadmen appeared until now, even the first batch has only been a few decades. In such a short time, it is impossible for someone to break through to the Dao Palace Realm without a great opportunity.

If this time is extended to several hundred years or even a thousand years, Gu Qingfeng believes that the strength of the deadmen will reach a terrifying level.

After that, Gu Qingfeng closed his eyes and began to cultivate silently.

---

Taiyang Prefecture.

War broke out.

The Divine Might Dynasty's army, led by Shi Zhen, advanced like a raging fire, and in just half a month after entering Taiyang Prefecture, they swiftly conquered thirteen cities and annihilated a million enemy troops.

This news immediately shook the entire Return Origin Dynasty.

At the first opportunity, Emperor Han ordered the Return Origin Dynasty's generals to lead thirty million troops to Taiyang Prefecture to ambush the Divine Might Dynasty.

With this, the battle between the two armies became intense.

Many of the clan and sect families in Taiyang Prefecture were affected by the war and had no choice but to take sides.

However, most of the clan and sect families chose to surrender to the Divine Might Dynasty.

After all, among the impending arrival of the Divine Might Dynasty's formidable foundation.

Not to mention, the Gu Family Manor alone could ensure the Divine Might Dynasty's invincibility.

It was evident to all that as long as the number one in the world, Gu Qingfeng, remained alive, no one could threaten the Divine Might Dynasty.

In comparison, although the Return Origin Dynasty was also powerful, it seemed inadequate when faced with the Divine Might Dynasty.

With this, the Divine Might Dynasty gained the support of numerous clan and sect families, making their momentum even more formidable. Even if the Return Origin Dynasty significantly reinforced their troops, it couldn't slow down the Divine Might Dynasty's progress, let alone suppress their offensive.

After learning this news, Emperor Han's fury erupted in the Imperial Study. He smashed countless precious treasures on the ground, shattering them into pieces.

"Damn it!"

"These traitors deserve to die!"

"Betraying the Return Origin Dynasty, I'll make them pay!"

The betrayal of the clan and sect families in Taiyang Prefecture felt like a stab in Emperor Han's heart. The anger it provoked was even more severe than the invasion of the Divine Might Dynasty.

After all, the Return Origin Dynasty and the Divine Might Dynasty were already at odds, and the latter's declaration of war was within Emperor Han's expectations.

However, Emperor Han believed that his policies had greatly favored the clan and sect families in Taiyang Prefecture. They should have coexisted harmoniously.

But now, after the Divine Might Dynasty's invasion, these families didn't even attempt to resist; instead, they immediately switched sides. This made Emperor Han feel betrayed.

Just then, someone rushed in, ignoring the broken porcelain on the ground, and knelt before Emperor Han.

"An urgent report from the frontlines!"

"Speak!"

Emperor Han's face barely regained its composure, but his voice remained deep.

"Xuantian Dao Sect, along with thirty-six other clan and sect families, launched a surprise attack on Mingshan City, killing the city lord, and opening the city gates to welcome the Divine Might Dynasty's army.

By the time the news arrived, Mingshan City had already fallen, and a million troops had perished at the hands of the Divine Might Dynasty!"

"Boom!"

As these words were spoken, a terrifying aura erupted from Emperor Han, his face contorted with rage, and his eyes turned crimson.

"These traitors deserve to die!"

Mingshan City's lord, a powerful figure in the Dao Palace Realm and one of the few generals of the Return Origin Dynasty, had fallen, and a million troops had been lost to the Divine Might Dynasty.

With this, the Divine Might Dynasty truly grasped Taiyang Prefecture's lifeline.

Even without Emperor Han's presence on the battlefield, he understood that in this battle, the Return Origin Dynasty had lost its hold on Taiyang Prefecture.

At this moment, a minister spoke up, "Your Majesty, now is not the time for anger. The life and death of Mingshan City's lord and the fall of Taiyang Prefecture are inevitable matters.

Instead of dwelling on this, we should strategize for the next step.

Even if Taiyang Prefecture falls, we must do our best to hinder the Divine Might Dynasty's progress."

Upon hearing this, Emperor Han's furious and contorted expression softened slightly.

Indeed, the fall of Taiyang Prefecture was inevitable, and strategizing for the next step was more important than dwelling on anger.

After all, the Return Origin Dynasty ruled over three hundred seventy-three prefectures, and Taiyang Prefecture was just one of them, not particularly significant.

"Pass on my command: mobilize the elite forces from other prefectures. Before the Divine Might Dynasty fully controls Taiyang Prefecture, we will severely damage them.

This battle is not about capturing Taiyang Prefecture; it's about making the Divine Might Dynasty pay a price."

"Additionally, send word to the Starlight Empire, informing them of the Divine Might Dynasty's invasion, and request their support in sending powerful experts!"

In the Imperial Study, the ministers bowed and accepted the order.

The Starlight Empire, a name that carries weight.

It instills a sense of security in all who hear it.

Any empire that has endured for so long, amassing such profound heritage, is not something any dynasty can easily rival.

Now, with the Return Origin Dynasty's connection to the Starlight Empire, if the latter is willing to lend its support, then the Divine Might Dynasty's problems will no longer be problems.

Not to mention the Divine Might Dynasty.

Even the mighty Gu Family Manor and the so-called number one in the world, Gu Qingfeng, are not concerns for the Return Origin Dynasty.

After all—

No matter how powerful they may be.

It's just a matter of suppressing an ancient Great Sage.

According to the Return Origin Dynasty's understanding, the fallen Xuan Yu Great Sage was merely a First-Stage Great Sage, not particularly strong among Great Sages, but not weak either.

Compared to the Return Origin Dynasty.

The heritage of an empire is truly terrifying.

Even the weakest of empires would not dare to underestimate the might of a Great Sage.

The Starlight Empire's profound heritage is what truly commands respect.

Not even a First-Stage Great Sage can rival the might of an empire.

So.

In Emperor Han's eyes.

Gu Qingfeng's claim to be the number one in the world is merely a joke.

Those truly ancient and powerful forces would not give it a second thought, and it's only because of the Ancient Desolate Realm's profound heritage that they can afford to act so boldly.

However.

At this moment, another guard rushed in with urgent news.

"Your Majesty, there's unrest in Jingyun Prefecture. The Jingyun Alliance, led by the Celestial Martial Sect, has launched a surprise attack, and half of Jingyun Prefecture has already fallen into their hands."

The entire Imperial Study fell into an eerie silence.

All the ministers' faces were filled with shock, as if they never expected such a thing to happen in Jingyun Prefecture.

"Bang!"

Emperor Han slammed his palm onto the table, his powerful strike reducing it to dust.

"What kind of alliance is this Jingyun Alliance?!"

Emperor Han's face turned livid.

The war with the Divine Might Dynasty is one thing, but for the Jingyun Alliance to dare attack the Return Origin Dynasty is unforgivable.

The guard hastily lowered his head and said, "According to Marquis Jingyun, the Jingyun Alliance is led by the Celestial Martial Sect, which has joined forces with other sects and aristocratic families to form this alliance."

"Furthermore, the Celestial Martial Sect's leader has already stepped into the Dao Palace Realm, and with the numerous forces within the Jingyun Alliance, their strength is not to be underestimated."

"Additionally, it seems the Jingyun Alliance has the backing of a mysterious powerful figure. Not long ago, they managed to destroy a sect with a Dao Palace Realm cultivator!"

With this revelation, Emperor Han's anger intensified.

"An insignificant alliance dares to challenge the Return Origin Dynasty?!"

A sect with a Dao Palace Realm cultivator at its helm is usually not worth the attention of the Return Origin Dynasty.

This so-called Jingyun Alliance.

Is but a mere flick of a finger away from destruction.

However, the current problem is that the Divine Might Dynasty is on the offensive, and the timing of the Jingyun Alliance's uprising is impeccable.

What concerns Emperor Han even more is the mysterious powerful figure backing the Jingyun Alliance.

A sect with a Dao Palace Realm cultivator at its core indicates a profound heritage.

"Inform Marquis Jingyun to hold off the Jingyun Alliance for a while. The court will dispatch reinforcements as soon as possible to suppress the Jingyun Alliance!"

Emperor Han suppressed his anger and continued.

A Jingyun Alliance is not a significant threat.

As long as the Divine Might Dynasty's issues are resolved, dealing with the Jingyun Alliance will be a simple matter.

More importantly.

Although the Jingyun Alliance has launched an uprising, Jingyun Prefecture is still under the control of the Return Origin Dynasty, and Marquis Jingyun's cultivation is not weak. With his command of the army, even if he can't defeat the Jingyun Alliance, holding them off should not be a problem.

This incident also made Emperor Han realize.

The Divine Might Dynasty's problems must be resolved swiftly.

Otherwise.

The longer it drags on.

The more disadvantageous it becomes for the Return Origin Dynasty.

After all, there are many forces watching the Return Origin Dynasty, and some may take advantage of the chaos to seize their share.

At this moment, if the Return Origin Dynasty shows any sign of weakness, other forces may pounce on the opportunity.

Therefore.

The Return Origin Dynasty must not retreat even half a step.

At the very least!

It must make it clear to all parties that its ten thousand years of heritage is not to be taken lightly.

(End of Chapter)

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