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Chapter 67: Calling for Backup in a Fight is a Bit Much
Chapter 67: Calling for Backup in a Fight is a Bit Much
The audience was in an uproar.
A fortune-teller from the Qi Sensing lineage couldn't resist glancing at "Zhuge Qing" and immediately let out a scream, blood streaming from his eyes.
"What the hell is going on? Zhuge Qing's luck and the Qi in his body are all over the place. Just one look with the Qi Sensing technique and I'm blinded!"
"You idiot! I'm a sorcerer, and Zhuge Qing's Eight Trigram Formation has instantly enveloped the entire arena. No, it's still expanding, faster and faster!"
"Damn, this isn't just an Eight Trigram Formation; it's a full-blown domain!"
A sorcerer in the crowd, drenched in cold sweat and pale as a ghost, unconsciously activated the Eight Trigram Visualization technique. His heart shook violently, and his calm state was instantly shattered.
He looked at "Zhuge Qing" again and saw a mist-like aura surrounding him, making it impossible to discern anything definite.
"This isn't Zhuge Qing at all. It's the most famous strategist in history, possibly the greatest sorcerer of all time."
"Master Longzhong—Zhuge Kongming!"
"What, my idol has come back to life?!"
"Autograph, autograph! Can we take a picture together?!"
The audience, upon hearing that it was Zhuge Liang's spirit, was not afraid at all. Instead, they eagerly discussed the possibility of having a story to tell about meeting a historical figure.
The old Celestial Master frowned, his premonition of doom coming true.
Without hesitation, he waved his right hand, and the Golden Light Spell took shape from his Qi, transforming into dozens of ropes under his precise control. He bound the audience together and, amid their cries of shock, flung them toward the exit.
"All spectators, evacuate immediately!"
"I hereby declare the Grand Luo Tian Ritual temporarily suspended!"
The old Celestial Master's voice echoed, and his Golden Light Spell continued to pull people out, quickly completing the evacuation. However, he noticed one person had evaded his restraint, looking at the person on the stage with burning eyes.
One of the Ten Elders, the head of the Sorcery Sect—Chen Jinwei!
He looked like a madman, his eyes fixed on "Zhuge Qing," laughing maniacally.
"Coming here was right, so right! I never thought I'd see the pinnacle of sorcerers at the Grand Luo Tian Ritual!"
"Chen Jinwei, don't be foolish. Leave this place now," the old Celestial Master urged, his brow furrowed.
Chen Jinwei shook his head resolutely. "Old Celestial Master, don't try to stop me. Even if the Heavenly Emperor himself were here, I wouldn't leave. Even if I die here, my life will have been worth it!"
The old Celestial Master sighed. The other man's resolve was unshakable.
Lu Jin couldn't help but activate the Reverse Birth Technique, looking at "Zhuge Qing" on the stage, and hesitantly spoke.
"Old Celestial Master, what exactly is this…?"
"An extraterrestrial entity. You wouldn't understand even if I told you," the old Celestial Master said solemnly, his face filled with worry. "I never thought the Zhuge family would have such a strange object, and that they would entrust it to a youngling like Zhuge Qing."
It was like giving the nuclear launch codes to a child.
The only consolation was that the Grand Luo Tian Ritual's arena was in an undeveloped area of the mountain, and there were no other living beings around except for those who had specifically come.
"Lu Jin, go and spread the word. Have the Celestial Master's Mansion organize everyone to evacuate the mountain immediately. No one is to return without further notice. Then find the company people and have them come up with a reason to evacuate the residents of Shangqing Town."
Lu Jin's face was grim. "Is it really that serious? Evacuating Longhu Mountain is one thing, but evacuating all of Shangqing Town?"
"Better safe than sorry."
Feeling the restrictions in his chest, meridians, and throughout his body begin to heat up, the old Celestial Master's face turned as dark as a storm cloud.
"Even though I don't understand the full situation, once a fight breaks out, Longhu Mountain might not be enough to contain it."
…
On the stage, Lu Ke's breath caught, and he became fully alert.
In his perception, the aura of "Zhuge Qing" had become incredibly bizarre after merging with the jade. Neither his spiritual pressure sensing nor his perception of the environment worked on the person in front of him.
If not for the visible signs, "Zhuge Qing" might as well not exist.
For the first time, Luk felt threatened in a world as low-level as this one. Across from him stood someone who, like him, had transcended the world's energy level.
"Should I call you Master Wulong or Chancellor Zhuge?" He cautiously probed.
As expected, this wasn't the historical Zhuge Liang or the Wulong from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms, but rather the Zhuge Liang from Mi Er's story—a man who had deceived heaven, altered fate, and lived for a thousand years, plotting and planning with near-immortal power.
"Zhuge Qing" appeared unusually gentle, his tone amiable. "Call me whatever you like, Brother Luk."
If not for the ever-expanding Qimen Formation and the Four-Pan Union enveloping the entire Longhu Mountain, with the natural elements surging and transforming the space into the perfect environment for Qimen magic, Luk might have almost believed this man was a good person.
"What should I call you?"
"Brother Luk."
"Zhuge Qing" smiled. "Didn't my descendant call you that? Doesn't it sound more familiar?"
"I'm not quite sure what you mean. What's the current situation with Old Qing?"
Luk had no patience for riddles. The longer this ancient monster possessed Zhuge Qing, the more Zhuge Qing's life and the world's safety were at risk.
The wind began to flow abnormally, and the sky darkened. A massive, thick cloud appeared over Longhu Mountain.
"Zhuge Qing" seemed indifferent to the changes around him. He tapped his head with his index finger and slowly replied, "He's probably sleeping here."
"His body is so compatible with mine, and his soul is too weak. So, I took over."
Luk silently rolled his eyes. It was indeed a perfect match. When he first saw the comic, he thought his eyes were playing tricks on him.
Zhuge Liang chuckled softly, "He learned all four levels of the Qimen magic at such a young age, just one step away from inheriting the Three Pure Fires. Not bad, the boy has some talent."
His gaze shifted to the empty audience seats, where only the Old Celestial Master remained.
"The boy over there is quite remarkable. Throughout history, only a handful of people have shown such talent."
Hearing the Old Celestial Master, who was over a hundred years old, still being called a "child" gave Luk goosebumps. Age and seniority truly could be overwhelming.
A thought crossed his mind, and he asked with a hint of anticipation, "What about me?"
"Zhuge Qing" sized up Luk for a moment, a hint of disdain flashing in his eyes. "Hmm, hmm, not bad, I suppose."
Luk was furious. He hadn't missed that disdainful look. What did he mean? He was a prodigy, thanks to his achievements with Didi Le!
But, upon reflection, Zhuge Liang might have only seen his initial potential as an ordinary anomalous individual.
"What's your purpose for coming out now?" Luk had reason to suspect this old man wanted to permanently take over Zhuge Qing's body.
"Take over Zhuge Qing's body, invade this world, and unify the anomalous realm..."
Zhuge Liang answered with a joking tone.
"Are you serious? That doesn't seem like your style."
"Fair point. Let's be practical. My descendant wants me to beat you up. He thinks you're too full of yourself."
"..."
He should have slapped Zhuge Qing down! He was being too gentle!
(End of Chapter)
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