Chapter 820: Chapter 323: The Elder of the Ye Family Is Advanced in Age and Forgetful (Double-Length Chapter) (Part 3)

Lei Jun felt satisfied, yet he needed to consider another issue:

The Empress, has she already confirmed that his Immortal Body is the Dual Polarity Immortal Body?

He had once received the Earth Core Flame Heart from the Empress to accelerate the cultivation of the Yin Fire Tiger.

Of course, one could say it was provided for use by fellow disciples.

Yet Lei Jun’s Celestial Book explores the mysteries of change in Yin Yang Dual Polarity Creation.

But it can’t be ruled out that the Empress might suspect the direction of the Dual Polarity Immortal Body.

Thus, the Innate Dual Essence is gifted now.

Lei Jun was, in fact, calm about this, as he was mentally prepared when he exchanged for the Earth Core Flame Heart.

He maintained a peaceful demeanor, taking the Innate Dual Essence from Prince Xiang Zhang Luo, the imperial envoy: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

Prince Xiang Zhang Luo looked at Lei Jun in front of him and recalled their first meeting in the Southern Wilderness, less than a decade ago.

Even back then, he was optimistic about Lei Jun’s strength and potential.

Yet even so, Zhang Luo didn’t expect the so-called change to unfold so quickly.

"In the Southern Wilderness War, Lei Jun was one of the top meritorious contributors!" Zhang Luo put aside his emotions and said earnestly.

The Tang Imperial Court awarded the top merits to five people for their contributions in the Earth Sea War.

Grand General Shangguan Yunbo led well, having worked hard in the Southern Wilderness for years, earning undeniable credit.

Then there were the current Celestial Master Tang Xiaotang, Fellow Celestial Master Mansion member Xuanxiao Zi Lei, and Great Tang Shenji Army veteran, Cangzhou Ye Morong.

They each represented the three most crucial key merits of this Earth Sea War.

Ninth Heavenly Layer Blood River Sect Leader, Wei Ancheng.

Eighth Heavenly Layer Former Sui Remnant Shengkang King, Yang Yuqi.

Eighth Heavenly Layer Poli Clan Young Clan Leader, Li Yongzong.

Additionally, the Poli and Bili Clans lost one Eighth Heavenly Layer elder and several Seventh Heavenly Layer elders.

However, in terms of influence and importance, they didn’t match the preceding key merits.

The other top merit went to Shen Qubing.

He unexpectedly succeeded in borrowing troops from the Wu Li Clan, then promptly disrupted the ceremony Yang Yuqi had set for the Poli and Bili Clans, achieving a remarkable feat.

"Unfortunately, while Old General Ye killed Li Yongzong, he was pursued by Li Yan afterward. Subsequent signs suggest he might have perished due to the Earth Sea catastrophe." Zhang Luo slowly said.

Lei Jun remained expressionless, neither gloating nor showing sorrow: "For the Mortal Tao Country in the battle against Jiuli, this is a loss for the Mortal Realm."

As for Ye Morong being credited for "killing" Li Yongzong, Lei Jun thought:

No problem at all.

We five did exceptionally well.

Grand General Shangguan Yunbo returned to the Imperial Capital, while Prince Xiang Zhang Luo temporarily replaced him to oversee the developments in the Southern Wilderness.

After meeting with Lei Jun, Tang Xiaotang, Yuan Mobai, and others, he headed south.

The rewards for the Cangzhou Ye Clan were left to others to handle.

Lei Jun began to delve into and comprehend the newly acquired Ziwei Sword, familiarizing himself with its spiritual nature while preparing for upcoming plans around this treasure.

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In the snow-laden northern regions, a black-robed Taoist with an immortal aura stood alone, gazing into the distance.

After a moment, he withdrew his gaze to focus on another direction.

There, a middle-aged Taoist in coarse clothes and straw shoes appeared, the former Mount Shu Sect Leader, Fu Dongsen.

He approached and saluted the black-robed Taoist: "Greetings, Emperor."

The old Taoist was none other than the former Pure Yang Palace Sect Leader, Huang Xuanpu.

"It’s been hard on you, Dongsen." He gazed at the distant snow and wind: "Have you heard the news from the south?"

Fu Dongsen replied, "I have heard, but it’s already too late."

Tang Xiaotang, in the perilous environment of the Earth Sea surrounded by strong foes, was challenging the Heavenly Moat Tribulation between the Eighth and Ninth Heavenly Layers.

The Celestial Master Seal had even left Dragon Tiger Mountain to appear within the Earth Sea.

Regrettably, they in the Mortal Tao Country couldn’t obtain the news in time.

"Time and fate, if the connection isn’t there, one can’t force it." Huang Xuanpu stated. 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

Fu Dongsen bowed his head: "Yes."

But this time, they couldn’t force it; in the future, the difficulty is likely to be higher.

Tang Xiaotang also successfully broke through to the Nine Heavens Realm.

No one knows the difficulty of breaking through the barrier from the Eighth to Ninth Heavenly Layers better than Fu Dongsen, who has been at the peak of the Eighth Heavenly Layer for several years.

But the young Celestial Master has passed through it.

Whenever she’s involved, others profoundly experience what it means to be overshadowed by her innate talent.

Accustomed to wind and waves, Fu Dongsen’s heart remained stable, not easily shaken.

However, Tang Xiaotang ascending to the Ninth Heavenly Layer and displaying formidable power, claiming the head of Ninth Heavenly Layer Wei Ancheng as soon as she emerged.

Combined with her recent triumph over the seasoned powerhouse Ye Moquan, along with Xu Yuanzhen, Celestial Master Mansion’s current strength draws the world’s attention.

In the history of Celestial Master Mansion, how many years have passed without two Great Vehicle High Immortals coexisting?

Such powerful Sacred Land, even the Tang Imperial Court might have concerns.

Especially, Xu Yuanzhen and Tang Xiaotang’s achievements exceed those of Western Region Buddhism’s Master Jiasheng and Master Renzhu.

Moreover, within Celestial Master Mansion, Lei Chongyun is rapidly rising.

In this Earth Sea War, he repeatedly withstood the Ninth Heavenly Layer experts Li Yan and Wei Ancheng, protecting Tang Xiaotang, also drawing public attention.

However, it’s heard that he sustained injuries and had to return to Dragon Tiger Mountain to recuperate.

Currently, the extent of his injuries remains unclear.

"The Celestial Master Seal remains the primary target," Huang Xuanpu stated. "But at present, it cannot be rushed; focus first on the Ziwei Sword and Qingxiao Manor."

Fu Dongsen deeply agreed: "Yes, Emperor."

Huang Xuanpu: "Dongsen, have you made some progress recently?"