King of Assassins-Chapter 773 - 571 Exchange

Master of the Holy Hall, the Alliance's foremost powerhouse, Gao Xuan has returned...

This news quickly spread throughout the Alliance's high ranks, causing many top officials to tremble with fear.

Gao Xuan's appearance on Pegasus Star was known to few, as Yun Qingshang immediately sealed off the information.

It wasn't until Wali launched a fleet assault on Pegasus Star, and Gao Xuan single-handedly destroyed this organized fleet, that the news of his reappearance spread.

Of course, the Holy Hall heavily promoted this event behind the scenes.

After managing the Holy Hall for twenty years, Yun Qingshang's personality remained unchanged, but her handling of affairs had become increasingly shrewd.

Yun Qingshang was well aware of the reverence the major noble families in the Alliance had for Gao Xuan. Over the past twenty years, the root cause of these families not daring to rebel was their fear of Gao Xuan.

The heads of all the major noble families are Golden Powerhouses, and their longevity means that twenty years is nothing to them. They all have the patience to wait.

However, a few Evil Gods found the suppression unbearable. As soon as they detected traces of Gao Xuan, they couldn't resist testing it.

Yun Qingshang understood the thoughts of the major noble families and worked hard to publicize Gao Xuan's military achievements to make these people behave.

This move was both simple and effective.

In the low Source Power environment of the Pegasus Star Realm, Gao Xuan maintained his formidable combat strength, single-handedly destroying an entire fleet. This made the restless noble families behave as well.

Furthermore, when the three major Evil Gods were extinguished together, although no related video data existed, the news announced personally by Yun Qingshang was unquestionable.

The advanced believers of the three major Evil Gods also sensed something was wrong. The idols they privately worshiped had lost their spiritual glow.

No matter what method was used, they couldn't establish contact with the Evil Gods.

Most terrifyingly, many high-level believers who relied on the Evil Gods for longevity simultaneously died suddenly.

All sorts of signs indicated that the Master of Blood, Master of Shadows, and Master of Desire were indeed dead.

This news caused many noble families to mourn as if they had lost their parents.

Without the Evil Gods, there were no shortcuts to power, and no longevity. Naturally, some high-ranking members of the noble families were displeased.

However, how these people felt became irrelevant.

Gao Xuan's triumphant return awakened the fear of domination he instilled in the strong members of the noble families.

When Gao Xuan returned to the Holy Hall Headquarters on Xianyang Star, the powerful individuals from the noble families all came forward to pay their respects voluntarily. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

For a time, Xianyang Star was bustling with the comings and goings of warships.

Gao Xuan didn't make things difficult for these people, but most of the elite from Odin's lineage, who colluded with the Evil Gods, were wiped out.

The Ten Thousand Spirits Star Realm was subsequently given to his convenient father-in-law, Hercules.

The Sea Emperor Star Realm and the Ten Thousand Spirits Star Realm are not far apart. Besides, Hercules was quite familiar with Odin's lineage, having been a son-in-law of the Odin Family once.

Additionally, Gao Xuan needed to support his people as much as possible.

Although Hercules had some flaws, his stance was relatively firm. He was also quite capable. The only area where he was somewhat lacking was in combat strength.

However, Hercules hadn't wasted the past twenty years. He actually advanced two levels, becoming Golden Upper Tier.

Accomplishing this feat wouldn't have been possible without Gao Xuan's attention and support.

Twenty years ago, Gao Xuan had raided several major noble families, discovering Zeus' Staff and gifting it to his convenient father-in-law.

Moreover, he provided a significant bias in resources.

Helen also came by. After twenty years of absence, Helen too had advanced two levels, now entering the Golden Upper Tier.

Gao Xuan naturally treated Helen differently.

In this world, there were a few women with very special status by his side. First, Yun Qingshang, second, Helen, and third, Bai Yutang. Other women were a tier below.

If Yun Qingshang was his life-and-death partner, Helen could be considered half a wife, and Bai Yutang an intimate lover.

When Gao Xuan and Helen met, they naturally needed several days to battle it out, to pour out the agony of lovesickness.

After handling personal affairs, Gao Xuan then received the powerful individuals from the noble families at the Holy Hall. He didn't discuss specific matters, merely expressing an attitude: as long as everyone obeyed, everything would be fine.

After the meeting, Gao Xuan went to the depths of the underground on Xianyang Star, to the Nine Provinces Cauldron.

Qin Shiyue was still the same, lazily sitting on the yacht's deck fishing, the sky blue, waters blue, the sea breeze refreshing.

A group of beautiful women on the yacht laughed and played, their atmosphere relaxed and cheerful.

Gao Xuan sat down next to Qin Shiyue, saying, "Such days are rather hard to endure..."

In his last meeting with Qin Shiyue, Gao Xuan felt Qin Shiyue was living quite freely. Coming back again, he found that his life remained unchanged.

One can imagine, to live every day without change, continuously for a thousand years. This is simply terrifying.

Qin Shiyue didn't mind: "You get used to it. Besides, I can go online."

If life was always monotonous, Qin Shiyue would have gone mad long ago.

But with the Celestial Net, it's different. He can continuously exchange information with the outside world, play games, and so on.

In summary, the Virtual Celestial Net is unparalleled for passing the time, with its billions of players.

Such interaction never becomes boring.

"Alright."

Gao Xuan thought for a moment, then said, "Actually, you don't have to stay here anymore; I've resolved the issue across."

He said again, "While you can still live for a few more years, go out and take a stroll."

Qin Shiyue replied grumpily, "Where would I stroll to? At this old age, leaving the Nine Provinces Cauldron would mean death."

Qin Shiyue skeptically asked, "Did you really solve everything?"

"Sort of. At least there won't be any problem for the next few hundred years."

Gao Xuan wasn't sure what the situation on the other side would turn into without King Zhuanlun, without the Life and Death Wheel, how would the King of Ksitigarbha handle the Wuman Realm?

The King of Ksitigarbha is trapped in the Abyss; he probably hasn't discovered the space portal. Even if he did, he probably wouldn't be interested in invading the Alliance.

Someone as powerful as the King of Ksitigarbha has his own pursuits. Although Gao Xuan doesn't know what he desires.

But, judging by the King of Ksitigarbha's methods, it's clear this guy doesn't need faith.

Gao Xuan briefly told Qin Shiyue about the situation on the other side, and also introduced the King of Ksitigarbha in a few sentences. He even mentioned Old Turtle and the Other Shore.

Though the Alliance is vast, there are few who can chat with him. Qin Shiyue hiding in the Nine Provinces Cauldron is for survival, of course, but also to guard the space portal.

Just this awareness alone makes him far superior to other powerhouses in the Alliance. Gao Xuan holds a bit of respect for Qin Shiyue.

Moreover, others do not know his whereabouts, but Qin Shiyue does.

For twenty years, Qin Shiyue hasn't told anyone else. This has maintained the stability of the Alliance. Gao Xuan is grateful for this.

Hearing Gao Xuan talk about Old Turtle crossing the Sea of Suffering and heading straight to the Other Shore, Qin Shiyue was also moved.

Curiously, he asked, "Is that Other Shore really a place of transcendence?"

"It's hard to say. From my feeling, it should be the source of all heavens and myriad realms."

Gao Xuan thought for a moment and said, "Going there would be pretty much like dying. Anyway, I wouldn't go."

Qin Shiyue was a bit puzzled, "If that's the case, why does Old Turtle want to go?"

"Old Turtle has lived too long, limited by his form, and probably has no chance to advance further. Going to the Other Shore is likely for seeking eternity."

Gao Xuan said calmly, "But what he seeks as eternity is something normal life cannot easily comprehend."

Qin Shiyue nodded. Although he still found it hard to imagine what the Other Shore was like, he roughly understood Gao Xuan's meaning.

Powerful beings like Old Turtle differ too greatly from humans. The area where Old Turtle resides in the West Sea might not necessarily be suitable for humans.

Besides, even if Old Turtle can go, what would they have to go to the Other Shore with?

Qin Shiyue only contemplated a little before sighing deeply. His remaining days are few, thinking about these things is useless.

Gao Xuan said, "I came this time to ask you for a favor."

"Hmm, you're being so polite. It must be nothing good."

Qin Shiyue, being old, although respecting Gao Xuan's capabilities, was not afraid of him and spoke with less courtesy.

This is precisely why Gao Xuan enjoys chatting with Qin Shiyue.

Gao Xuan said, "As you can see, I have some problems with my body and I need long-term resting."

Qin Shiyue looked Gao Xuan up and down, "I honestly didn't see it."

"It's about what I told you regarding the King of Ksitigarbha. I had a three-hundred-round battle with him and accidentally lost one move."

The matter was serious, and although Gao Xuan trusted Qin Shiyue, he couldn't tell him everything.

As for being injured, he could only give a brief explanation.

"I'm almost dead, and you still want me to do something?"

Qin Shiyue was a bit upset. Gao Xuan really was trying to use him to the very end! He's nearly dead and still is not allowed to rest.

Gao Xuan said, "Actually, it's quite simple, just open the field of the Nine Provinces Cauldron to cover the Central Star Realm."

"You make it sound easy. If I could do that, the Qin Family would have already dominated the Star River; it wouldn't be your turn."

Qin Shiyue thought Gao Xuan was oversimplifying things. The field of the Nine Provinces Cauldron can already cover the Xianyang Star Realm to its limit; how could it cover the Central Star Realm?

Be aware that the Central Star Realm contains dozens of large star realms, with a total population of over a trillion. It's the center of the Alliance's technology, culture, and finance.

The concept of the Central Star Realm covers too large an area. The existing Nine Provinces Cauldron would need to be expanded a billion times over to encompass the entire Central Star Realm.

"At such an old age, be more steady."

Gao Xuan said calmly, "Since I said it, there must be a way. Of course, your Qin Family has to bleed a bit and give up the other eight cauldrons of the Nine Provinces Cauldron."

Qin Shiyue sighed, "The Alliance is yours; if you want it, just take it. Don't need to ask."

He had expected this long ago. Gao Xuan couldn't possibly let such a divine artifact as the Nine Provinces Cauldron fall into someone else's hands. However, it still was inevitable to feel disgruntled when the time came.

After all, it was the Qin Family's ancestral treasure, the foundation of the Qin Family's dominance in the Alliance.

Gao Xuan could understand Qin Shiyue's thoughts. He still holds quite a bit of respect for this old man.

He gently said, "Gathering the Nine Rivers Gold to forge the nine cauldrons, ensuring prosperity when encountering a sage. The Nine Provinces Cauldron is our Huaxia lineage's Supreme Divine Artifact that carried the destiny of the Human Race and was reforged three thousand years ago.

"It is now most appropriate to use it to protect the Human Race. I know your Qin Family still has the Twelve Golden Men, which is sufficient to suppress the Qin Family's destiny."

Gao Xuan paused for a moment, then emphasized, "I'm not taking the Nine Provinces Cauldron for free. Old Qin, I have a longevity technique here that will let you live for another one to two thousand years without any problem."

Qin Shiyue was shocked, looking deeply at Gao Xuan, "Are you serious?"

Gao Xuan smiled, "I don't joke about this kind of thing."

He paused for a moment and then proudly said, "To reintroduce, the one sitting beside you is indeed a true deity."