Chapter 798: Invincible Against All Techniques
Chapter 798: Invincible Against All Techniques
"It's true, I've lost."
Having reached this point, the Grand Master felt an overwhelming sense of exhaustion, and even a bitter smile crept onto his face:
"Twenty years of planning, only to be abandoned by the Founding Master, how pitiful is that?"
At this moment, the reincarnators who had entered the city were already rushing forward, their figures flitting about, turning the once serene area around the Ten Surnames Ancestral Hall into a chaotic mess.
Leading the charge was Erguotou, his expression urgent. He knew that among these reincarnators, many were unruly and disobedient, and he feared that someone might recklessly attack Hu Ma.
So, with a quick scan, his gaze fell upon the Grand Master, and suddenly, he shook his arms, sending dozens of array flags flying in all directions.
Erguotou was quick-witted. Seeing the situation, he realized that the one fighting Hu Ma was not a good person. He wanted to find a target for the other reincarnators first. So, he shouted, "Look closely! It's this old man who wants to destroy us reincarnators!"
As he spoke, he pinched a seal with one finger and summoned rolling dark thunder from the altar, aiming it directly at the Grand Master.
"Is it him?"
The reincarnators, excited, rushed forward. Taking a glance, they all saw the Grand Master.
Some were quick to react, and seeing Erguotou's attack, they rushed forward, eager to claim credit.
One person with immense strength thrust his spear towards the Grand Master.
Another shouted, "Sword, come!" and countless silver lights surged from his sleeves, countless blades piercing towards the Grand Master.
Some held incense and bowed, and behind them, numerous ghosts appeared, each holding an iron nail with pinpoint accuracy, viciously stabbing at the Grand Master's vital points.
It seemed chaotic and disorderly, but in reality, countless people had already used their techniques.
When reincarnators gathered, they often acted playfully, as if being too serious would invite ridicule. Yet, each of them appeared confused on the surface but understood in their hearts. They seemed playful, but their actions were precise.
At this moment, many had already spotted Hu Ma and knew that their purpose for entering the capital was to eliminate him. However, no one dared to attack him directly.
Instead, they wanted to subdue those in the hall first and then deal with Hu Ma later.
But to their surprise, amidst the raging attacks, the Grand Master seemed to ignore them completely.
He merely sighed softly, turned his head towards Hu Ma, and said, "Now, you have become the Great Dharmic Master acknowledged by the Founding Master."
"Since I've lost, I'll bear the consequences."
"The capital is yours, the Ancestral Hall is yours, and the Twelve Ghost Altars are also yours."
"However, the destruction of Jade City has deprived everyone of the best escape route..."
"I only hope you can hold on."
"..."
As he spoke, he slowly turned around, appearing as if he was about to leave.
The various techniques of the surrounding reincarnators had already reached his front and back, but he seemed to ignore them. His wide sleeves fluttered slightly, and all the divine lights and unusual techniques vanished without a trace.
The next moment, the reincarnators who had approached him were suddenly like they had stepped into mud, feeling suppressed and unable to move. Then, they were abruptly thrown back.
Their diverse techniques seemed to have turned into mere toys, unable to affect him.
"You still want to leave?"
At that moment, Hu Ma also shouted, his three heads and six arms extending, his divine soul stretching out as he reached for the Grand Master from afar.
With this grab, the world seemed to change color, as if the air itself had been punctured.
A sense of heaven and earth shattering was faintly discernible.
Not only was the Grand Master affected, but even the bricks beneath his feet, the wind around him, and the light from the lanterns seemed to be pulled towards Hu Ma's grasp. The power of this grab was divine.
This Grand Master's abilities were truly formidable. How could they let him escape? He had fought for his life, earning this pillar of lifespan incense, but without any other benefits, his greatest desire was to kill this man.
And with the three-headed and six-armed Dharmic body, he indeed felt a difference. Sometimes, even without ascending the bridge, he could gain an advantage over those who had.
They had already transcended humanity, while he was still human.
But now, he felt a different sensation, even though he was human and existed in the same world. He had acquired the ability to harm celestial beings.
In other words, he could harm those who had ascended the bridge, even if they had taken refuge on the bridge or in the underworld.
This was a level-up.
However, as he reached out to grab the Grand Master, Hu Ma's face slightly changed. He clearly felt as if he had grasped something, but it slipped through his fingers, leaving only dust and shadows in his palm.
The Grand Master continued walking forward, as if this grab had no effect on him.
"Your technique is more brilliant than I imagined, but it's brilliance in concept, not in cultivation."
As he walked forward, his voice carried back to Hu Ma, "You will become stronger than me, but now, you're still missing a word!"
"I can't defeat you, but that doesn't mean you can defeat me."
"..."
"What?"
Hu Ma stared at his palm, his heart nearly shattering.
The Tenth Incense Stick had been seized, and the Dharmic Body of the General of Great Might Heavenly Emperor had finally reached a more complete stage.
But even so, it still couldn't harm him?
"What the hell kind of monster is this?"
Not only was he shocked, but the reincarnates who had made their moves on the State Preceptor were equally surprised.
The State Preceptor seemed to not even glance at them, as if he had lost interest in everything. He slowly made his way through the crowd, leading the Taoist apprentice beside the Ancestral Hall. He briefly paused, then took the spirit tablet of the Founding Master from the wooden frame the apprentice was holding.
With a slight bow, he paid his respects, then placed the tablet behind the Ancestral Hall in front of the fire pit. He continued on his way.
During this process, more and more reincarnates rushed over, all of them noticing him and seeing other reincarnates making their moves. They immediately followed suit, each with their unique techniques, their killing intent palpable.
But the State Preceptor didn't seem to react much. At most, he would slightly wave his hand or reach out to deflect the attacks. These startlingly powerful killing moves naturally moved away from him, and even the Taoist apprentice behind him was unharmed by these unusual techniques.
As he passed by the Second Pot Head's array of flags, he paused briefly and turned to look at the Second Pot Head.
With a low sigh, he took a step forward, and the array of flags suddenly collapsed to the ground in pieces.
Ahead, a dark mass of hundreds of soldiers and horses charged towards him, but he didn't dodge or evade. He walked straight towards them.
A rolling force surrounded him, and the shining blades were momentarily shrouded in dark energy. The fierce charge suddenly stiffened, and even the chaotic, shrill neighing of the horses seemed to be muffled, as if someone had covered their mouths, making it barely audible.
The State Preceptor, with the little Taoist apprentice, walked through the crowd as if no one else existed, slowly entering the streets of the Imperial Capital.
Countless reincarnates who had made their moves on him were now oppressed by an invisible pressure on their heads, their breathing becoming lighter, and their expressions turning cold and suppressed.
It wasn't until he left that someone groaned and exclaimed, "This... What the hell kind of skill is this?"
"Bad news..."
Just as the State Preceptor slowly emerged, the Imperial Capital had already fallen into chaos. In the western part of the city, the Immortal King Family was leading their people in a rush to capture the two malevolent spirits within the remaining time.
However, just at that moment, the Inquiry Hall Official arrived with a defeated expression, urgently reporting, "The malevolent spirits have entered the city, and the State Preceptor... has lost and is leaving the capital."
"What?"
The head of the Immortal King Family, Wang Changsheng, trembled upon hearing this news.
"How could he lose?"
"With his skills, how could he possibly lose?"
"..."
The Inquiry Hall Official said, "But it's true. The State Preceptor has already reached the southern part of the city and is about to leave..."
"We..."
Wang Changsheng's face showed an indescribable panic.
He turned his head in anger, glancing at the endless flying paper money, then at the vast Imperial Capital. His expression seemed to carry a sense of hopelessness, and after a long while, he clenched his teeth and suddenly said, "Quick, let's catch up to the State Preceptor..."
"We... we'll leave the capital with him."
"..."
"This..."
His words shocked those close to him, including his son.
It was as if they had heard a far-fetched story. Why would the Immortal King Family, whose heritage was in the Imperial Capital, want to leave? Where would they go?
"No time to explain!"
The head of the Wang Family stamped his foot, his face filled with resentment and urgency. "With the State Preceptor's defeat, we can't keep things under control in the capital anymore."
"We've bet too much on him."
"Once things unfold, even with the backing of the Ten Surnames, those people won't... won't tolerate us."
"The only choice for survival is to follow the State Preceptor."
"He... he's walking so slowly, giving us a chance to live..."
"..."
As he spoke, he grabbed the nearby Wang Zisheng, the young master, and rushed towards the southern part of the city.
Those with quick reactions followed suit, while those slower to react remained confused, not understanding what was happening. Were they going to abandon the two malevolent spirits trapped there? If they were leaving, what about the heritage in the city, the potent elixirs, and the family's accumulated wealth over the years? Even their spare set of clothes were left untouched.
"He's walking away so lightly."
At the same time, as the State Preceptor was leaving the capital, the elder beside the Ancestral Hall gently tapped the pipe bowl in his hand.
He spoke softly, "But with his departure, the matters in the Imperial Capital will fall on your shoulders. I assume you and your celestial beings have things to discuss."
"Come find me again after you've sorted things out!"
"..."
As he spoke, he didn't look at the others, and they seemed to be unable to see or hear him. After he finished speaking, he disappeared into the surrounding shadows.
Finally, the reincarnates around him reacted and turned their attention to Hu Ma, surrounding him in layers.
(End of Chapter)
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