Fantasy: Unparalleled Prince, Conquering the Heavens!-Chapter 586 - 560: Secret Method_1

"Your Majesty, I was incompetent and let the enemy escape. Please, punish me!"

Upon discovering that he couldn’t kill Klesha, Cao Cao approached Qin Wudao, respectfully performed a salute, and spoke with a face full of shame.

This is truly unacceptable! he thought.

Perhaps to others, Klesha, wielding Klesha Power and possessing unparalleled combat prowess, was invincible within his realm. But in Cao Cao’s eyes, he was merely a mediocre Demi-Immortal Martial Artist!

Reflecting on his own campaigns of conquest in his past life, he, Cao Cao, had vanquished countless formidable foes and earned the admiration of multitudes.

Yet, his first battle upon arriving in this world had ended in defeat. This left him deeply dissatisfied with his own performance.

"My honored subject, please rise!"

Qin Wudao extended his hand to help Cao Cao up and said with a smile, "Why would you be at fault, my dear minister? If not for your protection, I and my ministers would have surely met a grim fate by now!"

"Lord Cao!"

Old acquaintances such as Guo Jia, Xu Chu, Sima Yi, and Zhao Yun cupped their fists in respect.

Even Lv Bu, who had once fallen to Cao Cao’s forces, gave a subtle nod. Apart from a complicated look in his eyes, there was no significant animosity.

Perhaps it was due to the system, or maybe because they had been reborn and let go of their past obsessions, that none of them harbored grudges from their previous lives. They were able to coexist peacefully.

In this new world, they had new lives.

In their new lives, they set new goals, foremost among them being their dedication to the development of the Qin Dynasty’s Saint’s Court.

The others who did not know Cao Cao, like Gui Guzi, Li Bai, Han Xin, and Song Jiang, also graciously expressed their gratitude.

Regardless, Cao Cao had saved their lives; this was an indisputable fact.

"Your courtesies are appreciated, everyone!"

Cao Cao quickly returned the salute.

Although he possessed the highest cultivation among them, everyone present was a renowned figure from Huaxia. Now, they were all fellow officials in the same court, so naturally, he wouldn’t act arrogantly.

Besides, as the saying goes, fortunes can change dramatically over time. Perhaps it wouldn’t be long before someone else broke through to the Semi-Immortal Realm, or even surpassed him?

"Thank you for saving our lives, Senior!"

Dongfang Wendao, the All-Demon Old Ancestor, the Skeleton Elder, and other experts from the sacred lands paid their respects reverently, still shaken, their faces bearing lingering traces of terror.

This was the closest they had ever come to death!

"There’s no need to thank me. All credit goes to His Majesty!"

Towards outsiders, especially a group of opportunists, Cao Cao did not wear a pleasant expression and spoke indifferently.

"Thank you, Emperor Qin!"

The assembled experts found his words reasonable and bowed respectfully towards Qin Wudao.

This was the might of the strong!

Before Cao Cao’s appearance, the experts from the major sacred lands would never have bowed to Qin Wudao. Now, however, they were utterly respectful, not daring to show the slightest negligence.

"Conduct yourselves accordingly!"

Qin Wudao waved his hand, having little more to say, then turned and walked towards Jade Snow Gentleman.

"This..."

All that remained were the experts from the various sacred lands, their faces etched with embarrassment.

Tens of thousands of feet away, Jade Snow Gentleman sat cross-legged,全力 revolving his Cultivation Technique with all his might. Immortal Qi surged, attempting to expel the Klesha Power from his body.

But was Klesha Power so easy to expel once it had entered the body?

Around him stood numerous experts from Immortality Mountain, their faces filled with worry and vigilance. However, upon seeing Qin Wudao approach, they did not obstruct him but respectfully made way.

"Senior, my Imperial Physician can cure Klesha Power!"

Qin Wudao looked at Jade Snow Gentleman and said in a deep voice.

He held Jade Snow Gentleman in high regard; after all, for nine eras, he had silently protected the continent and resisted the Eternal Temple.

Most importantly, he was Jade Snow Gentleman’s father!

Alright, that’s the main reason! Qin Wudao admitted to himself.

"Good! It’s about time I visited my daughter. Ever since she found someone special, she seems to have forgotten her old dad!"

Jade Snow Gentleman opened his eyes, a faint smile appearing on his pale face.

Subsequently, the experts from the Qin Dynasty’s Saint’s Court and Immortality Mountain journeyed together towards the Eastern Region. As they were all experts at or above the Emperor Realm, their speed was incredible, and it took them only an hour to leave the Middle Region.

Along the way, everyone’s expression was exceptionally grave.

They all understood that this was no mere trip for healing.

***

"Damn it!"

"Damn you, Qin Dynasty’s Saint’s Court!"

From within the central hall of Endless Cliff, Klesha’s rage-filled roar resonated. Immortal Might raged, and Klesha Power surged uncontrollably, spreading throughout Heaven and Earth.

The Void shattered!

The three thousand laws trembled!

Everything, absolutely everything, quaked!

Mountain peaks unprotected by Formations exploded under the force of this sound, generating a cloud of dust that filled the sky.

Outside the great hall, Soul Emperor lowered his head. The ten chief elders knelt, and thousands of other experts prostrated themselves, all with heads bowed in silence. Even those who were injured gritted their teeth against the pain, not daring to make a sound.

Large beads of sweat, like beans, rolled down their foreheads.

But none dared to wipe them away, fearing that any unnecessary movement would further enrage Klesha and invite a fatal disaster.

Further away, countless disciples of the Eternal Temple, unaware of the cause, collapsed to the ground, their spirits overwhelmed, their bodies trembling uncontrollably.

They stared towards the great hall, their hearts filled with terror.

Just what has happened?

"Soul Emperor, get in here!"

After a long while, the overwhelming pressure abruptly vanished, and a commanding voice spoke.

Soul Emperor rose and carefully entered the hall. He saw Klesha tidying up the corpse of the Soul Martial Ancestor, mending the sword wounds, and wiping away the blood.

His meticulous actions were like those of someone tending to a cherished treasure.

Soul Emperor dared not speak, standing obediently to the side.

"Do you wish to break through to the Semi-Immortal Realm?"

After an unknown period, Klesha tossed aside the bloodied gauze and asked without raising his head.

Demi Immortal!

Soul Emperor’s body shivered, his breathing becoming ragged.

"In reply to Master, Your slave dreams of breaking through to the Semi-Immortal Realm to alleviate Master’s burdens!"

After composing himself, Soul Emperor knelt on the ground and kowtowed in response.

"I hear you’ve formed some legions?"

Klesha materialized a comb with Immortal Qi and began to comb the hair of the Soul Martial Ancestor’s corpse, asking casually.

"In reply to Master, we suffered considerable losses in the recent battle against Buddhism. Currently, just over ninety legions remain, ready for deployment at any time!"

Soul Emperor, though momentarily surprised by the question, replied truthfully.

"I possess a secret technique that can enable you to break through to the Semi-Immortal Realm. However, the price is the lives of the soldiers in the legions you’ve formed. Are you willing?"

Klesha looked up slightly and spoke gravely.

HISS!

Soul Emperor was visibly startled and felt a pang of reluctance. He had invested heavily to form these legions, dreaming of attacking the Qin Dynasty’s Saint’s Court and conquering the world.

Moreover, the soldiers of these legions were all disciples of the Eternal Temple, his fervent believers and supporters, numbering a staggering three hundred million.

SLAP!

However, Soul Emperor quickly slapped himself across the face.

Foolish me!

How could I hesitate between the lives of my subordinates and breaking through to the Semi-Immortal Realm?

Am I even human?

This is truly unforgivable!

"Master, I am willing!"

Soul Emperor looked up, his eyes burning with resolve.

Indeed!

Faced with the allure of breaking through to the Semi-Immortal Realm, forget three hundred million subordinates; he would willingly sacrifice the entire Eternal Temple.

"Then, in five days, bring them to the Forbidden Land."

By then, Klesha had finished arranging the Soul Martial Ancestor’s corpse. His figure flickered and vanished.

Only a faint, chillingly cold voice was left echoing in the great hall.