My All-Heavens Chat Group-Chapter 412 - 26: The Marquis Turns Out to Be Cao the Bandit (Part 2)_1

The invincible scamp Gu Santong died, consumed by endless regret, guilt, and resentment. The street hoodlum Cheng Shifei followed closely after, dead as well! Cheng Shifei never even knew who he had offended before he was annihilated, utterly bewildered.

「Guardian Dragon Villa.」

Having dealt with Gu Santong and Cheng Shifei, Tie Dan God Marquis Zhu Wushi summoned his three secret agents: Heaven, Earth, and Mystery.

"Greetings, foster father!" First in the world, Duan Tianya; Earth’s Number One, Guihai One Move; and Mystery’s Number One, Shangguan Haitang, said as they clasped their hands in salute.

"No need for such courtesy!" Zhu Wushi looked at the three of them, produced a handwritten text, and said, "Recently, this marquis received the favor of a Divine Spirit and obtained a Divine Spirit scripture."

"A Divine Spirit scripture?" Duan Tianya, Guihai One Move, and Shangguan Haitang were shocked.

Had these words not come from their most respected Tie Dan God Marquis Zhu Wushi, they would have refuted them long ago, perhaps even deeming him mad. After all, they certainly didn’t believe in Divine Spirits.

"I know it’s hard for you to believe," Zhu Wushi instructed, "but if you recite it once now, you will feel the greatness and benevolence of My Lord!"

"Yes, foster father!"

Although Duan Tianya and the others were skeptical, since Zhu Wushi had insisted, they had no choice but to recite it. They also hoped to understand what kind of Divine Spirit this was, intending to find flaws and expose any underlying conspiracy.

However, a moment later, Duan Tianya, Guihai One Move, and Shangguan Haitang wore expressions of profound shock, their eyes reflecting deep existential doubt.

"Can there really be gods in this world?"

"Divine Spirits are too terrifying!"

"Unimaginable!"

"That being’s body is larger than the world itself! With its every breath, countless worlds are constantly being created, evolving, and facing Destruction..."

Shangguan Haitang’s eyes reflected her shock, her chest heaving. The thought of the grand entity she had perceived in her consciousness made her feel as if she were about to suffocate.

"Haitang, stay. The rest of you may leave," Zhu Wushi ordered.

"Yes, foster father." Duan Tianya and Guihai One Move exited the hall.

Shangguan Haitang, somewhat confused, asked, "Foster father, may I know what orders you have for me?"

"Haitang, this marquis has received good news from the Divine Spirit, and it’s an enormous opportunity for you!"

Zhu Wushi looked at Shangguan Haitang before him—her lips red, teeth white, a peerless beauty whose allure could captivate nations. Such a chosen woman, a Daughter of Destiny, is naturally to be offered as a sacrifice to the great Lord of Hongmeng.

"Thank you for your immense kindness, foster father," Shangguan Haitang replied, cupping her hands. "But an opportunity bestowed by a Divine Spirit... Haitang feels unworthy and dares not even dream of it!"

"No, this opportunity is meant for you and no one else!" Zhu Wushi shook his head. "I intend to offer you as one of the Sacrifices to My Lord. Then, you will ascend to the heavens in a single step, not only reaching the Ascending God Country but also, under My Lord’s boundless power, becoming a Fairy or a god, attaining immortality."

"This..." Shangguan Haitang was stunned. She hadn’t expected to be offered as a sacrifice, let alone to ascend to God’s kingdom and become a Fairy or a god. The sheer volume of information was overwhelming, leaving her momentarily unable to process it.

Zhu Wushi asked, "Are you unwilling?"

"Thank you for your profound kindness, foster father. Haitang is willing," Shangguan Haitang replied.

She didn’t truly know if being one of the Sacrifices was an opportunity. According to conventional wisdom, being a sacrificial offering was certainly not a good thing. But the Lord of Hongmeng was a True God; perhaps this genuinely was a tremendous opportunity. Besides, Zhu Wushi had already spoken. Opportunity or not, even if it meant traversing a mountain of daggers or a sea of flames, she would not shrink from death. She currently held no romantic affection for any man and always obeyed Zhu Wushi’s commands without question.

"Go and prepare. Change back into women’s attire and present yourself in your finest state for the offering. During this time, pray fervently to My Lord; you will gain greater benefits during the sacrifice!" Zhu Wushi commanded, nodding in satisfaction.

"Yes, foster father." Shangguan Haitang respectfully withdrew.

Watching Shangguan Haitang’s departing figure, Zhu Wushi sighed internally. The Liusheng Yuki sisters were also women of great destiny. It’s a pity Liusheng Yuki was spoiled by Duan Tianya, leaving only Liusheng Piaoxu! He then began his journey to the Imperial Palace.

「Imperial Palace.」

「Imperial Study.」

"God Marquis, what urgent matter brings you to seek an audience with Us?" Emperor Zhu Houzhao asked Zhu Wushi with a smile.

Though he often appeared unconcerned with matters of governance, the Emperor was, in fact, keenly aware of the court’s dynamics. He knew Zhu Wushi harbored great ambitions. That was why he had subtly encouraged the rivalry between Cao Zheng Chun and Guardian Dragon Villa, using them to counterbalance each other.

"Your Majesty, your humble servant has discovered a Divine Spirit!" Zhu Wushi announced.

"Discovered a Divine Spirit, hmm... What? A Divine Spirit?" Emperor Zhu Houzhao was visibly startled, staring at Zhu Wushi in disbelief, thinking he must have misheard.

Although we perform rituals to worship the gods annually, who doesn’t know they are merely fictional constructs? They don’t truly exist. It’s all just to pacify the ignorant masses.

"Indeed. Your humble servant has witnessed a great Divine Spirit known as the Lord of Hongmeng and has also received a scripture bestowed by this Divine Spirit. If Your Majesty recites it just once, you too will be able to perceive this Divine Spirit!"

Zhu Wushi presented a memorial. Inscribed within it was the "Meditation Method."

"God Marquis, are you certain this isn’t some jest?" Emperor Zhu Houzhao picked up the memorial. As he unrolled it, he silently pondered Zhu Wushi’s true motives.

He didn’t believe in Divine Spirits. This was likely some scheme of Zhu Wushi’s, an attempt to use a supposed Divine Spirit to achieve some ulterior, nefarious purpose.

"Isn’t this just an ordinary prayer?" Emperor Zhu Houzhao glanced casually at the contents of the memorial and remarked indifferently, "God Marquis, are you certain this is a scripture passed down by a Divine Spirit?"

"Your Majesty," Zhu Wushi stated confidently, "a mountain is not esteemed for its height, but for the immortal it harbors; water is not revered for its depth, but for the dragon it contains. Recite it once, and Your Majesty will discern the truth for yourself!"

The implication was clear: though the "Meditation Method" might resemble an ordinary prayer, because the Lord of Hongmeng was a True God, He would naturally imbue it with divine power.