The Path of the Martial Arts BOSS-Chapter 1168 - 193: Holy Mountain

In the darkest moments before dawn, a massive demonic shadow flickered over the residence of Akechi Mitsuhide in the Capital City.

In an instant of transformation, the samurai guarding outside all felt ominous and hurriedly moved to protect the main building.

But when they sought audience with Akechi Mitsuhide, they were met with instructions to withdraw.

The samurai were puzzled, but considering that Akechi Mitsuhide had the ninja army as protection, they thought there shouldn't be any incidents, so they each withdrew.

However, at this moment inside the room, not to mention the ninja army, even Akechi Mitsuhide had become a corpse.

Inside the room, four black silhouettes holding long swords still exuded faint demonic qi. The long swords in their hands emitted strands of sword qi, sealing the scent of blood within the room.

"For us four to use the Heavenly Demon Locking God Barrier, Sarutobi Riyue died a worthy death." Yun Zheng sheathed his sword with a hint of sarcasm in his voice.

The four of them in the Divinity Realm using the Heavenly Demon Locking God Barrier could hold their own even against the strongest, making it feel a bit like using a bull knife to kill a chicken when dealing with Sarutobi Riyue and Akechi Mitsuhide.

"The deed is done, now let's see what you can do."

The Xuanyin Sword Residence glanced at the thin monkey Toyotomi Hideyoshi in the corner of the room, his dark green pupils devoid of emotion, causing Toyotomi Hideyoshi's heart to tremble.

'Even for an assassination, is there a need to be this quick?' Toyotomi Hideyoshi felt an inexplicable fear in his heart.

The assassination was agreed upon at midnight, yet by dawn, Akechi Mitsuhide was already dead. Along with him, the head of the ninja army, Sarutobi Riyue, was killed instantly without any chance to fight back, not even a chance to shout.

"You aren't incapable, are you?" The Sword Maiden furrowed her elegant brows.

"No, no, no, I can do it, I can do it!" Toyotomi Hideyoshi waved his hands repeatedly, cold sweat streaming down nervously.

At that moment, he felt that if he delayed his response, his head would have been relocated.

"The Book of Changes refines the bones, alters the appearance."

Toyotomi Hideyoshi's form twisted, his bones grinding continuously, and his body transformed visibly at a rapid pace.

His stature increased, and his thin monkey-like frame quickly filled out, even his originally sparse hair grew rapidly.

In no time, this figure, who was never considered handsome among Japan's upper echelon, became a handsome man identical to Akechi Mitsuhide, even his aura changed to match.

"Very good."

The Xuanyin Sword Residence scrutinized the newly transformed "Akechi Mitsuhide," and concluded that even to those in the Divinity Realm, nothing would seem amiss just by sight, offering his praise.

He didn't need Toyotomi Hideyoshi to flaunt this appearance in front of Suzan Ming Venerate; deceiving others was sufficient.

"How many days until Yueyejian returns to Japan?" Xuanyin Sword Residence asked.

"Within three days, Yueyejian will return early; after five days, Hattori Hanzo and Shangquan Xingang will bring the remaining forces back by warship," Toyotomi Hideyoshi replied quickly.

"Three days, a bit tight, but with us replacing Akechi Mitsuhide today, the time should be enough."

The Xuanyin Sword Residence lowered his head in thought for a moment and said, "Provoke the anger of the Heavenly Light Remnant against Suzan Ming Venerate as Akechi Mitsuhide and find a way to launch an attack on Honnoji Temple within three days."

"Within three days?" Toyotomi Hideyoshi's mouth gaped open, stuttering, "Is the Daoist Master already in Japan? Where is he now?"

Without Qing Yu, Toyotomi Hideyoshi dared not face Suzan Ming Venerate, even though Suzan Ming Venerate's mental state was broken.

"That's not your concern, just take care of your own matters," the Sword Maiden said coldly. 𝘧𝘳𝘦ℯ𝓌𝘦𝒷𝘯𝑜𝑣𝘦𝓁.𝒸𝘰𝓂

"Someone will deal with Suzan Ming Venerate; you only need to attack within three days," Yun Zheng also gave a warning glance.

Under the cold stares of the four ruthless killers, Toyotomi Hideyoshi dared not say more and had no choice but to agree reluctantly.

[During these three days, let's find a place to practice the Heavenly Demon Locking God Barrier again. After all, in three days, we must face one of the strongest.] Xuanyin Sword Residence transmitted.

[Agreed, the Demon Sect members are crossing the sea from the North Sea direction; although they will assist, I don't want to be overshadowed in front of Yun Wuyue.] The Sword Maiden gritted her teeth.

That woman obtained the pure Source Blood through connections, making her bloodline magic power even higher than hers, and the Sword Maiden deeply resented this, determined not to be overshadowed.

The other three exchanged a glance and shook their heads helplessly.

"Time is short, act quickly. If we fail, there's no need for me to remind you of the importance the Daoist Master places on this matter." Xuanyin Sword Residence said.

Is it not important?

Toyotomi Hideyoshi didn't know, but the four of them did. The Daoist Master's true form personally crossed the sea, which showed the significance of this matter.

If it were messed up, the consequences would be unimaginable.

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The red starlight in the night sky became ever more dazzling, and the originally small star points rapidly enlarged.

"Three days' time······"

Qing Yu stood atop the peak, gazing at the starry sky, "Chi You's Banner should arrive within ten days, three days' time is a bit rushed, we need to plan more carefully."

He withdrew his gaze, his form slowly ascending into the air, flying towards the peak of the famous Holy Mountain of Japan before him.

The mountain soared into the clouds, its peak white with snow, the mountain forming a conical shape, resembling an inverted fan suspended in the air.

An inverted jade fan hangs over the East Sea sky, Fuji's white snow reflecting the morning sun.

The Holy Mountain of Japan, known as the "Undying Mountain," the "Unending Mountain," or—

Mount Fuji.

"The source of Japan's earth veins, its status in Japan is equivalent to Kunlun Mountain in my previous life."

Qing Yu's figure flickered and disappeared, appearing the next instant before the shrine at the mountain's peak.

"A sacred place revered as the Holy Mountain, there ought to be a Guardian here by right."

Qing Yu stood before the vermillion shrine, his voice drifting into the silence ahead, "Are you not coming out?"

"Sir, you must be from the Central Plains?"

The sound of clogs on the ground came, followed by a figure integrating with the snow, entering the field of vision.

Dressed in pure white kimono, with hair as black as ebony, her presence as pure as a celestial being, akin to the Snow Woman from Japanese legend. The Guardian of Mount Fuji appeared as a woman seemingly in her twenties.

"I am Xuelai, the witch of this shrine, I greet the guest from the Central Plains." The shrine witch bowed gracefully, her black hair gently framing her face, complementing her snow-white skin, making her appear whiter than the snow by comparison.

"A guest? Ha," Qing Yu chuckled softly, "You surely know about Japan's invasion of the Central Plains, calling me a guest from the Central Plains is quite hypocritical."

"This······"

Xuelai Witch was about to continue, but Qing Yu interrupted, "I'm somewhat bored, speaking more with you than needed. To use even a bit of allure in an attempt to seduce me? Laughable!"

His self-reference changing to "I" signified Qing Yu's complete loss of interest in conversation.

It must be said that this Xuelai Witch indeed possessed extraordinary beauty, with the Esoteric Sect Heavenly Maiden's Divine Form method, even a strong man would become weak-kneed before her.

But if she thought a bit of allure could tempt Qing Yu, then she was indeed deluded.