CHAPTER 239: CHAPTER 37: THE GREAT HARVEST

Soon.

Shen Changqing thought of the Demon Evils in the Demon Sealing Tower and decided not to dwell on this matter for the time being.

The Demon Evils were strong, not something he could deal with at his current stage. Only after attaining Perfection in the Great Sun Golden Body would he have a chance of confronting them.

His mind withdrew from the Sea of Consciousness, then entered the panel interface.

Name: Shen Changqing

Faction: Great Qin’s Demon Suppression Division

Identity: Earth Rank Demon Hunter

True Intent: Hundred Battles True Intent (Twenty Percent)

Martial Arts: Great Sun Golden Body (Level 17, Upgradeable), Great Sun Scripture (Level 17, Upgradeable), Chiyang Divine Palm (Level 2), Seven Stars Stepping on Air Step (Level 1)

Slaughter: 323

It was the first time his Slaughter Value had broken into triple digits, reaching an unprecedented level of over three hundred points.

"A huge harvest!"

Shen Changqing took a deep breath, a smile appearing on his face.

With three hundred twenty-three points of Slaughter Value, and with each level costing thirty points, the Great Sun Golden Body could be fully upgraded to the state of Perfection. After all, the difference from level seventeen to level twenty-five was only eight levels. Seven levels at thirty points each would be two hundred ten points, and the last level to reach Perfection, as was customary, would cost double, totaling two hundred seventy points.

He could already envision it: the scene of his Great Sun Golden Body reaching Perfection.

Without wasting any time, Shen Changqing first consumed an Essence Pill to bring his physical body to a replete state, then immediately began the enhancement process.

Consume thirty points.

Great Sun Golden Body, Level 18.

Consume thirty points.

Great Sun Golden Body, Level 19.

...

Time passed.

Shen Changqing’s aura surged wildly. The courtyard he was in became quietly enveloped by a powerful presence.

「Outside the Martial Hall.」

Tan Tianji, lying on a recliner, opened his drowsy eyes. He stood up to look in a certain direction, his eyes involuntarily revealing a shocked expression.

Such a strong Qi and Blood Force! Could it be that this kid has made another breakthrough?

That Qi and Blood Force was as radiant as the Great Sun. Even he felt his heart pound at the sight.

However, Tan Tianji was confused again. How could the other party make another breakthrough so soon after stepping into the Grandmaster Realm? Moreover, this Qi and Blood Force, which had shocked even him, was definitely no simple breakthrough.

Could it be—he’s about to step into the Great Sun Furnace Realm!

Tan Tianji was startled by his own thought. Then, he shook his head, discarding the idea that had surfaced in his mind. How could he possibly break through to the Great Sun Furnace Realm so quickly? Grandmasters at the peak of the Physical System in Great Qin are few and far between. Even with his exceptional talent, it’s absolutely impossible for him to break through that fast.

He wanted to suppress these distracting thoughts, but Tan Tianji found he couldn’t calm down, no matter how he tried.

Night fell quietly.

After the commotion caused by the Demon Evils the previous night, both the inner and outer cities were much quieter during the day. Apart from necessary livelihood activities, there were few civilians around.

As soon as night arrived, the soldiers began their patrol.

「Outside the city.」

On a hill of moderate height, two shadowy figures lingered. From there, they could overlook the vast Capital City.

"How are things going?"

Moonlight spilled down, partially dispelling the shadows around the figure and revealing a ferocious mask. A deep voice emerged from behind it.

Behind him stood another individual wearing a ferocious mask, but theirs was white, while the former’s was black.

"Reporting to My Lord, many Demon Evils have already been dispatched to infiltrate the Capital City. Last night’s commotions were caused by only a small fraction of them, and we have yet to ascertain the true strength of the Demon-Subduing Division," the person in the white mask bowed and said.

The scene grew silent for a moment.

The person in the black mask said, "Great Qin’s Demon Suppression Division was founded in the Capital City, which possesses the deepest foundation among all Demon-Subduing Divisions. We must ascertain the true strength of the Demon-Subduing Division here and cannot afford any oversights. Powerful Demon Evils are not easily brought from other places."

"My Lord, when Great Zhou attacked Luo’an Prefecture, hundreds of Grandmasters were drawn away from the Demon-Subduing Division. No matter how profound the Capital City’s foundation is, with hundreds of Grandmasters gone, the number of powerhouses remaining won’t be that many. There’s no need for us to be so cautious. With our current strength, infiltrating the Demon-Subduing Division and rescuing the sealed Demon Evils in the Demon Sealing Tower would be an easy task," the person in the white mask said with some confusion.

In their view, there was absolutely no need for such extreme caution on their part. Too much caution was not necessarily a good thing.

"’What do you know? The Demon Sealing Tower is established within the Demon-Subduing Division; its foundations cannot be that simple. Don’t be deceived by the departure of hundreds of Grandmasters into thinking it has truly weakened. The Demon-Subduing Division has stood for so many years; its trump cards would not be so easily revealed. Besides, the Great Confucians from the Imperial College and Qingyun Academy are also troublesome. Some time ago, a Great Confucian from Qingyun Academy took action, eradicating many strong Demon Evils. Such Great Confucians are not to be underestimated," the person in the black mask said, then shook his head.

The Capital City was different from other places. Elsewhere, the main power was merely a Demon-Subduing Division, but the Capital City was entirely different.

"Moreover—the most terrifying aspect of the Capital City has never been the Demon-Subduing Division."

His tone became solemn. The direction in which his eyes rested was none other than where the Imperial Palace stood.

"That Emperor Qin is the biggest obstacle. If it weren’t for that Emperor Qin back then, Great Qin would have fallen to us long ago, and we wouldn’t be in the situation we are now."

"Emperor Qin!"

The person in the white mask seemed to have heard of some terrifying existence, as his body involuntarily trembled. Immediately after, he spoke again, "Emperor Qin has been dormant for many years now. His lifespan is dwindling, and his time is short. Even if he takes action, how much of his former might could he possibly retain?"

"’A sleeping True Dragon is still a True Dragon. As long as it hasn’t truly drawn its last breath, there will come a day when it reopens its eyes. If the True Dragon awakens, you and I would be mere ants before it."

The person in the black mask stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze toward the Imperial Palace wavering ever so slightly. Soon after, he continued, "Continue probing the Demon-Subduing Division’s strength. I want all their trump cards revealed. According to your knowledge, how many experts defend the Demon Sealing Tower?"

"Currently, there are only two Grandmasters at the peak of the Spiritual System in the Demon Sealing Tower."

"Spiritual System peak," the person in the black mask muttered, then asked, "Is there anyone at the peak in the Physical System?"

"There shouldn’t be."

"I need a definitive answer."

The voice of the person in the black mask became icy cold.

Upon hearing this, the person in the white mask’s body shuddered, and he hastily replied, "I am certain they have no one at the peak of the Physical System."

"I understand. Make the preparations. Once we’ve gauged the Demon-Subduing Division’s true strength, immediately open the Demon Sealing Tower and release the Demon Evils imprisoned within."

"Yes—"

「When night fell.」

Jiang Zuo gripped the hilt of his blade, his eyes focused and determined as he allowed his Divine Sense to spread out, constantly vigilant of his surroundings.

Not long after, a strand of Yin Evil Aura drifted by his side.

SWISH—

His long blade left its sheath as he spun and delivered a Blade Slash, precisely meeting a pale white hand. The chilling aura that had just erupted was instantly repelled by a potent blade qi.

Upon closer look, Jiang Zuo saw a Possessed Demon Evil standing before him. Its Yin Evil Aura soared to the heavens, overwhelmingly powerful.

"Audacious!"

His expression turned cold. A Resentment Level Peak Strange Monster daring to attack him, a Grandmaster—honestly, Jiang Zuo found it rather unexpected.

Just as Jiang Zuo was about to make his move to deal with the Demon Evil,

One wave!

Two waves!

Three waves!

Together with the initial Yin Evil Aura, a total of four powerful waves of Yin Evil Aura erupted, surrounding Jiang Zuo with four Resentment Level Peak Strange Monsters.

"Four Resentment Level Peak Strange Monsters!"

A look of wariness flashed in his eyes. He had just broken through to Grandmaster, and yet four Resentment Level Peak Strange Monsters had already sought him out.

One against four. Even for a Grandmaster, there was no absolute assurance.

At the same time, throughout the inner and outer city of the Capital City, as if by a prearranged signal, potent Yin Evil Auras erupted everywhere, instantly transforming the area into a paradise for Demon Evils.

"It seems you have coordinated this well!"

Jiang Zuo took a deep breath, his long blade pointed diagonally at the ground, the cold blade reflecting a similar glow in the night sky.

He did not go to offer support, as he was completely unable to disengage. Therefore, after a silent prayer for his own fortune, Jiang Zuo moved, lunging toward one of the Demon Evils.

Four Demon Evils besieging him!

No retreat!

While the Yin Evil Auras burst forth within the Capital City’s inner and outer areas, within the Demon-Subduing Division, Dongfang Zhao watched the flickering fires in the night sky, his eyes growing cold and detached.

Last night, over a dozen Demon Evils were slain, yet today, even more have appeared. Are the numbers of the Demon Evil Clan truly inexhaustible? Or do they believe a few dozen Resentment Level Monsters can throw our Capital City into chaos—

The current Yin Evil Auras were numerous but not overwhelmingly powerful, all at the Resentment Level. Such Demon Evils, no matter how many appeared, wouldn’t be enough for the Demon-Subduing Division to eliminate.

If he couldn’t fathom the Demon Evils’ motive, then he would simply kill them. However many came, he would slay that many. He refused to believe the Demon Evil Clan’s numbers were truly inexhaustible.

「Imperial Palace.」

「Within the Star Observing Terrace.」

Baiyue watched the Demon Detecting Instrument vibrate continuously, his complexion wavering uncertainly.

"’Chaos has erupted! So many Demon Evils have appeared in the Capital City! What are they trying to do? Do they intend to seize this chance to overrun the entire Capital City?!’"

The abnormal readings from the Demon Detecting Instrument shocked him. The scene before him was an eerie reminder of the downfall of Shangqing Palace. Back then, a multitude of Demon Evils had launched their assault. Their Yin Evil Aura blotted out the sun, transforming the great Shangqing Palace into what seemed like the depths of the netherworld, where its experts were slaughtered one by one by Demon Evils, and rivers of blood flowed.

Although the number of Demon Evils appearing now couldn’t compare to that time, Baiyue keenly sensed a thread of unease.

Just then, the Demon Detecting Instrument vibrated again, black smoke coiling up from it.