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Chapter 340: Duke of Jin
Chapter 340: Duke of Jin
With Qin Mengjun bringing back the Sacred Turtle's remains to the Qixuan Sect, the joint attack on the Cold Prefecture by the Qixuan Sect finally came to an end.
As the news spread throughout the Cold Northern Region, it shocked the entire world!
It was said that the world was in chaos, and the invasion of Ice Province was known across Great Xuan, but it was just a common clash that couldn't stir up much commotion. However, the battle in the Cold Prefecture was different; a new talent had stepped into the Blood Replacement Realm, reaching the Ultimate Realm!
In the vast lands of the Great Xuan, spanning ninety-nine states and a population of billions, those who truly achieve the eighth realm of Martial Body Tempering and enter the Blood Replacement Realm are indeed one in a billion.
Qin Mengjun.
As the top Grandmaster of the Cold Northern Region and the youngest and most dazzling genius of the Qixuan Sect, her name had spread throughout the Cold North decades ago, even gaining some fame across the entire Great Xuan. She once held a position on the Grandmaster Register.
However, after suffering an ambush and sustaining injuries, she gradually faded into obscurity, and her reputation no longer echoed in the world. After over a decade of silence, she finally rose again, and her fame spread across the land overnight.
Looking across the world, every Blood Replacement Realm practitioner is an awe-inspiring figure, someone who would never be belittled in any era. Even during the heyday of the Great Xuan Empire, these practitioners commanded a certain level of respect.
This is the status that comes with absolute strength!
Compared to Qin Mengjun's ascension to the Blood Replacement Realm, the fall of the Heavenly Demon Sect's headquarters, the slaying of a Sacred Turtle, and the death of the Dark Bone Marquis of the Wu Meng Clan, these events received far less attention. Almost all eyes in the world briefly focused on the eleven states of the Cold Northern Region and Qin Mengjun herself.
...
Mystic State.
In the heart of the Mystic State's capital, a solemn and majestic architectural complex stood, and at its center, a figure in a mystic robe stood atop a tall tower, gazing intently towards the direction of Ice and Jade Provinces.
"Though delayed for over a decade, she finally took this step, didn't she?"
"Indeed, fate is hard to reverse. The Qixuan Sect is truly on the rise."
He sighed softly.
In reality, fate can be reversed, but it is often difficult to do so, and unexpected events frequently occur.
Over a decade ago, when Qin Mengjun attempted to enter the Blood Replacement Realm, she suffered damage to her Mystic Gate, and it was believed that the Qixuan Sect's predetermined fate had been completely overturned. However, Qin Mengjun's brilliance remained, and after more than a decade, her injuries fully recovered, and she finally took that step.
Now, with two Blood Replacement Realm practitioners in the Qixuan Sect, the difficulty of challenging them in the short term has significantly increased. Even if the Northern Garrison wanted to conquer Jade Province, they would approach the situation with caution and not act recklessly.
In truth, if not for Qin Mengjun's resurgence, relying solely on Yin Heng, the Qixuan Sect would have no Blood Replacement Realm successor in a decade. With some pressure from the Northern Garrison, they would likely yield and compromise, and the chances of resistance would be slim.
But with the emergence of a new Blood Replacement Realm practitioner, the situation is entirely different. Qin Mengjun is much younger than Yin Heng, and for at least the next century, as long as Qin Mengjun lives, no force will dare to challenge the Qixuan Sect to the death.
Even if the Northern Garrison aims to unify the Cold North in the future and sends its army, they would still leave a path for the Qixuan Sect to retreat, refraining from boldly declaring, "Those who obey will prosper, those who defy will perish." They would leave room for negotiation.
This is the status that comes with the existence of a Blood Replacement Realm practitioner!
In comparison, other figures are insignificant. Even Chen Mu, who recently slew three Demon Sovereigns and rose to the third place on the Wind and Cloud Rankings, was merely a slightly brighter leaf in the Cold North.
Even if Chen Mu enters the Bone Marrow Cleansing Realm in the future and becomes the tenth Grandmaster in the history of Great Xuan, he would still be at the pinnacle among Grandmasters, but there would still be a world of difference between him and the Blood Replacement Realm. Only with figures like Yin Heng and Qin Mengjun as the foundation can a sect stand tall amidst the chaos of the world.
Speaking of which, Chen Mu is Qin Mengjun's disciple.
Though fate and fortune may seem ethereal and intangible, they do exist in the world. When one's fortune is long-lasting, it can even influence the fate of those around them. The sudden rise of Chen Mu in the Qixuan Sect was mysterious, but now it seems that Qin Mengjun's enduring fortune has allowed Chen Mu's brilliance to shine.
...
Somewhere in Ice Province.
Amidst the snowy landscape, a figure in white robes strode through the falling snow, a sword at their side. Suddenly, they raised their right hand, and a message talisman flew through the air, landing perfectly in their grasp, held between their fingers.
Jiang Sheng paused, holding the talisman close to his eyes, and then he froze.
Hiss!
The snowflakes falling around him, thousands upon thousands, suddenly stopped mid-air and silently split apart, turning into finer ice shards within a yard of his body.
"Qin Mengjun..."
Jiang Sheng soon snapped out of his daze.
He had once clashed with Qin Mengjun, but he had always been a step behind. When he finally entered the ranks of top Grandmasters, believing he could surpass Qin Mengjun, she suffered an ambush and failed to enter the Blood Replacement Realm.
Jiang Sheng had thought he would never have the chance to fight Qin Mengjun again, and even if he did, with Qin Mengjun's injuries, victory would be meaningless. He always felt a sense of regret.
Unexpectedly, Xuangu was concerned about the injury to Qin Mengjun's soul, but not only did she recover within ten years, her cultivation did not regress in the slightest. Instead, she used this opportunity to break through and comprehend life and death, transcending the bottleneck she had been striving to surpass.
"Excellent," Jiang Changsheng muttered, gently crushing the talisman in his hand.
Qin Mengjun had broken through and entered the Blood Transformation Realm, which was also a fortunate event for her. In the future, after reaching the Blood Transformation Realm, she would be able to continue the battle from years ago and conclude the rivalry between her and Qin Mengjun.
After all, if she entered the Blood Transformation Realm, she would be facing the older generation of Blood Transformation experts. There would be no peers to rival her, which would be a pity.
...
The news of Qin Mengjun's breakthrough spread like a ray of light piercing through the darkness, quickly reaching every corner of the world and shaking the foundations of various major powers.
Even Zhenbei King Yuan Hong, upon hearing the news, frowned deeply.
Although those who could enter the Blood Transformation Realm were extraordinary, Qin Mengjun had always been a genius among geniuses and a top-notch Grandmaster. Even in the initial stages of Blood Transformation, she could defeat a Celestial Demon Tortoise. Despite the tortoise being weakened from a hundred years of captivity, it still testified to Qin Mengjun's strength. In the Blood Transformation Realm, she would undoubtedly be a formidable force.
The emergence of such a figure as the new Supreme Master of the Qiuan Sect and another pillar was not good news for him.
...
In the bustling capital province of Zhongzhou, located in the very heart of the Great Xuan Empire, the population rivaled that of several remote states like Bingzhou.
Within Zhongzhou, the imperial city stood majestic, and at its core was the royal palace, an awe-inspiring architectural marvel.
In a secluded courtyard within the palace, a solitary figure stood before a jade-carved artificial hill, clad in a deep black robe adorned with golden threads and intricate dragon embroidery.
"Your Highness, the Duke of Jin," a voice whispered, as another figure silently appeared in the courtyard and approached the man in the black python robe. With utmost respect, they presented a talisman.
The man addressed as the Duke of Jin turned around, revealing a handsome face with eyes like stars in the night sky. He took the talisman, opened it, and glanced at its contents.
Then, he gently crushed the talisman, turning it into powder between his fingers.
"Qin Mengjun..." he murmured, his gaze fixed on the white jade hill.
The Qin family from Yuzhou had some connection with his mother's side, but it dated back over a hundred years. He had paid attention to Qin Mengjun many years ago when she rose to prominence in the Qiuan Sect, becoming one of the most exceptional talents in the Cold Northern Region. As her cultivation progressed unimpeded, eventually entering the Bone Marrow Cleansing Realm, he had even considered a marriage alliance with the Qin family, as Qin Mengjun's abilities made her more than qualified to be one of his consorts. This would also help him establish ties with the Qiuan Sect. However, Zhongzhou and Yuzhou were simply too far apart, and such matters couldn't be rushed.
At that time, he was also unable to leave Zhongzhou.
By the time he was free, news reached him that Qin Mengjun had been ambushed, failing to break through to the Blood Transformation Realm and suffering soul damage. Thus, the matter was shelved.
Unexpectedly, after more than a decade, Qin Mengjun had healed her soul injury and even advanced to the Blood Transformation Realm.
Blood Transformation.
This was different from the past.
While there were numerous Grandmasters in the world, Blood Transformation experts were few and far between. Even in the prosperous Zhongzhou, any Blood Transformation expert held an exalted status. Even as the Duke of Jin, the closest person to that position, he had to treat this matter with utmost seriousness.
Now, it was impossible to accept Qin Mengjun as a consort, and the position of Empress Consort was also not available. However, the current situation in the Cold Northern Region was chaotic, and Yuan Hong's ambitions were well-known. According to his information, no force in the region could rival Yuan Hong.
The Qiuan Sect and Qin Mengjun would eventually face a choice.
When that time came, there would still be an opportunity to bring the Qiuan Sect under his command.
Although the world seemed to be in turmoil, with the Purple Polestar dimmed, it was all just a facade. The greatest issue facing the Great Xuan Empire was not external but internal. Once he ascended to the throne, he would swiftly pacify the internal strife with his thunderous methods, and figures like Yuan Hong would be insignificant in the face of the imperial might.
(End of Chapter)
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