King of Assassins-Chapter 946 - 659: On the Brink of Battle (Part 2)

Then, the shattered divine soul recombined into a complete rune according to the preset model.

This pure golden rune was rounded and radiant to the extreme, representing the highest achievement of the cultivation system, the Golden Core.

At this stage, the Golden Core and the divine soul are completely fused, indistinguishable from each other. All Source Power can be wielded with absolute precision.

The divine level must go a step further, burning the Golden Core to ignite the Divine Fire, transforming the divine soul into its own projection. From then on, the divine soul transcends the body, possessing infinite power.

Gao Xuan reached the stage of forming the Golden Core, but stopped there, not advancing further.

The deities in this cosmos are merely more powerful in strength, far from being true deities.

The fundamental reason is that the laws of matter in the Positive Cosmos are strong, and even deities cannot transcend these laws.

Therefore, the expression of deities is merely strong combat power, unable to reverse life and death or control destiny.

Not only humans, but all strong beings in this cosmos are like this.

Gao Xuan understood this difference well, so he wasn't too concerned with achieving divinity.

The Super First-Grade Perfect Golden Core already surpasses everyone in terms of level. Even in the Cultivator World, no one can compare to him on the Golden Core level.

Gao Xuan was quite satisfied with his Golden Core. It not only encompassed numerous Source Power transformations, but also established an incredibly deep foundation.

From now on, no matter which direction he moves toward, he can achieve higher accomplishments.

After condensing the Golden Core, Gao Xuan also vaguely sensed his own body, sensing those artifacts that hadn't been used for millennia.

Hongyi Sword, Aurora Sword, Eight Extremes Divine Weapon, Celestial Spirit Sword Box, Infinite Godslaying Spear, Netherworld Robe, and Six-winged Celestial Cicada...

These divine artifacts, despite their individual issues, remain very powerful from today's perspective.

Unfortunately, due to powerful array seals, Gao Xuan could barely sense his body and numerous artifacts, but was still unable to wield them.

A simple comparison shows that the power he wields now is stronger than during his peak state millennia ago.

Yet the divine artifacts in his hands are somewhat lacking, with only the Netherworld King's Demon-Sundering Blade.

Gao Xuan's mind turned, and the Golden Core within his consciousness sea suddenly invested in the Netherworld King's Demon-Sundering Blade.

This Super First-Grade Divine Artifact still has great potential. He needs to refine it anew to better wield the Netherworld King's Demon-Sundering Blade.

The Netherworld King's Demon-Sundering Blade was quite crudely refined, only formed by Hercules forcibly inserting the Netherworld King's Saber into the Demon-Sundering Blade, creating its current form.

Technically, the Netherworld King's Saber changed its form to be compatible with the original Demon-Sundering Blade.

Hercules wasn't skilled in artifact refining, relying on the inherent powerful might of the Netherworld King's Saber, forcibly transforming its form and binding it to Gao Xuan's divine soul.

Gao Xuan, having refined the Golden Core, reversed and refined the Netherworld King's Demon-Sundering Blade, making numerous changes to its details.

Most importantly, he locked the Netherworld King's Demon-Sundering Blade with the Golden Core, gaining the highest authority over this divine artifact.

Hercules may be relatively weak, but his divine artifact is indeed strong. Particularly, it can transform countless divine soul memories into its own use. This aspect is incredibly powerful.

If Hercules hadn't encountered issues himself, hiding for two or three thousand years while absorbing more divine souls, the power of the Netherworld King's Saber could have reached the cosmos's limit.

At that point, who could be his match?

Currently, the Netherworld King's Demon-Sundering Blade hasn't reached that level, but in Gao Xuan's hands, it can exert 200% of its power.

"Just this one is enough to sweep the crowd of fools."

With this thought, Gao Xuan opened his eyes.

Yuan Youyuan, who was always waiting beside him, hurried over, "How's it going? Have you formed the Golden Core?"

Yuan Youyuan's level was too low, and Gao Xuan fully controlled all the details of Core Formation, so she didn't know Gao Xuan's situation even when close by.

Gao Xuan stood up, laughed robustly, "The divine skill is accomplished, I will take you out to sweep the crowd of fools!"

"What?"

Yuan Youyuan was quite stunned, never expecting Gao Xuan to clash directly with the Holy Hall.

With so many strong beings in the Holy Hall, no matter how formidable Gao Xuan was, he was just one person. Besides, how powerful could he be?

Yuan Youyuan thought for a moment and suggested subtly, "Maybe we should find a place to hide first. We can settle this score with the Huo Family slowly later."

Gao Xuan laughed heartily, patting Yuan Youyuan's head, "Don't be afraid, I am already invincible across the Star River. I'll kill anyone who disagrees."

Yuan Youyuan looked at Gao Xuan skeptically, feeling he might be a bit mad...

It's not that she underestimated Gao Xuan, but the Holy Hall was simply too formidable in her mind. She never considered anyone might challenge its authority.

Gao Xuan was so cheerful; his words sounded like a mere jest.

Gao Xuan understood Yuan Youyuan well; no one would believe he had this ability.

From start to finish, Yuan Youyuan didn't know what had happened. To be honest, he felt a bit sorry for the young woman.

Gao Xuan said seriously, "I must tell you a secret."

Yuan Youyuan widened her eyes, "What?" 𝐟𝚛𝕖𝚎𝕨𝗲𝐛𝚗𝐨𝐯𝐞𝕝.𝐜𝗼𝗺

"Actually, my name isn't Black Tiger. My real name is Gao Xuan."

"Gao Xuan?"

Yuan Youyuan hesitated, "This name sounds familiar... Isn't it the Divine Emperor... Ah!"

Yuan Youyuan suddenly realized Gao Xuan was the Divine Emperor!

Her man said he was Gao Xuan; what did it mean?

In the Alliance, no one dared use this name. The law didn't allow it. Anyone daring to adopt this name would be killed by the Holy Hall in no time.

Divine Emperor Gao Xuan was humanity's supreme deity and the Holy Hall's supreme belief; who dared desecrate it?

Yuan Youyuan asked, "Then, then, then..."

Yuan Youyuan didn't know what to say, her mind was already in a total mess.

"Yes, I am Gao Xuan, the Divine Emperor you speak of."

Gao Xuan pinched Yuan Youyuan's tender cheek, "So, how do you feel sleeping with the Divine Emperor?"

Yuan Youyuan was shocked, doubtful, and confused; she truly couldn't believe Gao Xuan's words. The problem was, at this point, why would Gao Xuan joke with her?

"No worries, you'll adapt soon."

Gao Xuan held Yuan Youyuan's hand, "We're heading out now. Don't fear; they are just clownish figures, not worth mentioning."

The black Nether God Space transformed, and Yuan Youyuan saw light and shadow swirl before she regained her senses, finding herself back in their apartment.

Seeing the familiar furniture and layout, Yuan Youyuan felt incredibly complex. The content of Gao Xuan's words shocked her profoundly; she was as if in a dream, feeling everything was unreal.

Only the room where she lived for two years gave her a sense of familiarity, inducing a feeling of finally landing on solid ground.

At this moment, the door opened silently, and Huo Wuming walked in from outside.

Huo Wuming wore the Inspection Department's deep blue uniform, with a stern expression, sharp eyes, and an air of cold killing intent.

Seeing Huo Wuming, Yuan Youyuan immediately became alert, instinctively retreating behind Gao Xuan. She had a deep-seated respect for this Deputy Minister of the Inspection Department.

Gao Xuan remained composed, even smiling at Huo Wuming.

"You once promoted me, saving me a lot of trouble. I owe no favors, so I'm sparing you this time. Escape now. Run as far as you can; never let me see you again..."

These words were too arrogant, igniting an immediate surge of anger in Huo Wuming.

Despite guesses about Black Tiger's mysterious identity possibly being the reincarnated Divine Emperor, it was just speculation.

Huo Wuming didn't think much of it; why would the Divine Emperor bother reincarnating into a low-level body?

Even if Black Tiger really were Gao Xuan, so what?

Huo Wuming said coldly, "No matter who you are, this is the Holy Hall; no one can act recklessly here."

He paused and emphasized again, "This is our era, our world. Any heretics against us can only die!"

Unwilling to speak further, Huo Wuming directly activated the Super First-Grade Divine Artifact, the Sun-cutting Divine Sword.

Red Gold Sword Light rose, spreading sharp and radiant Sword Qi in all directions.

The apartment building instantly disintegrated in the Sword Light, with its material form collapsing completely.

The intense and unmatched sharp Sword Light also triggered the Holy Hall's Grand Array.

Above the Holy Hall, celestial light surged, activating countless runes, rapidly condensing into a sealed domain centered on Huo Wuming.

This sealed Divine Realm not only prevented power from spilling out but also enhanced Huo Wuming's power.

The Divine Realm's power could also suppress Gao Xuan to the greatest extent.

Simultaneously, the gazes of many Holy Hall saints were fixed on the battlefield.

Numerous saints, including Qin Shiyue, Jin Yuxiu, and other big shots, wanted to see who this suddenly emerged enemy was and what abilities he possessed!

The great battle was about to begin!

(Double update tomorrow~~)