My Wife Is The Leader Of A Demonic Cult-Chapter 355 - Noble Bactria Stirs Up Waves

Chapter 355: Chapter 355: Noble Bactria Stirs Up Waves

Chapter 355: Chapter 355: Noble Bactria Stirs Up Waves

The Sword Demon’s eyebrow raised slightly as he murmured softly, “Heavenly Slaughter Divine Palace?”

Other people might not have ever heard of such a power, but the Sword Demon Hao Tian had some understanding of it.

Originally a master from the Houjin’s Great Snow Mountain, he practiced the Snow Mountain’s secret technique, the Snow Mountain Holy Body Technique. Later, he left Houjin, traversing mountains and rivers, traveling thousands of miles to the west. He first reached the Buddhist Pure Land, and then arrived at the distant Guishuang.

Guishuang was a completely different nation, geographically separated from the Pure Land by a natural barrier, resulting in little exchange between the two places. Only during the most prosperous times of the Great Qin Dynasty did the two regions engage in deep interactions. But as the Great Qin Dynasty declined, these exchanges dwindled and information between them became completely blocked off.

So much so that Guishuang still believed that the major power to the east was the Great Qin Dynasty.

The Sword Demon Hao Tian had visited Guishuang and lived there for three years. He even learned the language of Guishuang, and witnessed some of its masters. However, the Sword Demon did not cause any waves and left quietly, returning to the Great Yan Dynasty.

The territory of Guishuang was by no means inferior to the former Great Qin Dynasty, developing very prosperously and thriving economically, politically, and in martial arts sects.

The powers within Guishuang were also very chaotic and complex. Among them, the Heavenly Slaughter Divine Palace had the largest influence, backed by the Guishuang royal family, and assimilated strong sects such as the Heavenly Blade Alliance and the Ghost Cry Sect, becoming the unique behemoth of Guishuang.

During his time in Guishuang, the Sword Demon frequently heard of the Heavenly Slaughter Divine Palace. It was said that there were not only three Five Qi Grandmasters in the Divine Palace, but even a Great Grandmaster.

However, rumors in Guishuang suggested that this Great Grandmaster might be fabricated, that there was no such Great Grandmaster at all.

After all, the mysterious Great Grandmaster had never been seen by the Sword Demon; as for his existence or not, the Sword Demon was also unclear. Of the three Five Qi Grandmasters, he had seen one, and briefly exchanged blows with him.

The man smiled and said with clasped hands, “Indeed, I am Chang Ning from the Heavenly Slaughter Divine Palace.”

The Sword Demon coldly asked, “Your Guishuang really has vast divine skills, to actually be able to find me.”

In the battle at Zhong Mountain, the longsword pierced through his heart, and everyone thought he was undoubtedly doomed. But no one knew that his heart was not like others’; in most people, the heart is on the left side, but his was on the right.

Thus, he managed to escape that calamity.

The battle at Zhong Mountain also allowed him to understand the strength of the Ghost Swordsman, and now, with the Dulu Sword in hand, he feared there might not be any swordsman in the world who could stand against him.

So the Sword Demon secluded himself here, attempting to break through to the Seventh Realm, to see if he could eventually match the Ghost Swordsman.

“The world is currently undergoing an unprecedented pattern, and my Guishuang has long noticed this,”

Chang Ning said indifferently, “In fact, decades ago, my Heavenly Slaughter Divine Palace began laying plans in Great Yan, Zhao Country, Houjin, and even among the Southern Barbarians. Now, with just one command, forces from all over can gather and form an irresistible trend.”

Hearing this, the Sword Demon’s eyes narrowed into slits. His face showed no change, but a ripple went through his heart. Guishuang harbored wild ambitions, secretly making such extensive plans for so many years, and what was most frightening was that it seemed no one had noticed.

One must know that with the current warfare among countries, the world’s pattern will inevitably be reshuffled. No matter who gains power, it will be the weakest moment for the world.

If Guishuang were to suddenly emerge, it might throw the world into even greater chaos.

The Sword Demon stood up and said, “What business do you have seeking out this old man?”

Chang Ning replied, “The Dulu Sword is known as the World’s First Sword, and there isn’t a swordsman who doesn’t desire to possess it.”

The Sword Demon dusted off the dust from his buttocks and said, “You’ve come for the Dulu Sword?”

Chang Ning’s eyes shone with a sharp light as he answered, “No, for the Ghost Swordsman.”

The Sword Demon was somewhat puzzled, “For his sake?”

Chang Ning said, “That’s right, I believe he is our common enemy.”

The Sword Demon asked, “Why do you want to kill him?”

Indeed, the Ghost Swordsman is one of the top experts in the world today, but the Great Yan is still in the hands of the Royal Family. Therefore, the Ghost Swordsman isn’t really the true mastermind. Why would Gao Shuang come looking for me because of the Ghost Swordsman?

Chang Ning took a deep breath and said, “This man is one of the variables in the world that must die.”

“Variables!?”

The Sword Demon’s eyebrows rose.

“That’s right.”

Chang Ning nodded slightly and said, “This person is the biggest variable in the changing pattern of the world. The original trajectory will change because of him. To prevent being forcibly altered, he must die.”

The Sword Demon pondered for a moment and said, “But with the Ghost Swordsman’s current strength, it won’t be easy to kill him.”

Taiyin Kui, Jiang Shang, and other experts have died at the hands of the Ghost Swordsman. Now, the Ghost Swordsman is even more ambitious, seeking to trample over Houjin with only one sword in hand. What a reputation he has!

In this world, apart from the Great Grandmasters, probably no one believes he can be killed.

Chang Ning’s mouth curled with a cold smile, “Zhao Zhiwu is about to fall, the Great Yan Dynasty is in turmoil, and the Crown Prince, Zhao Chongyin, wants to ascend the throne. He will surely act, and his biggest opponent is not someone else but Zhao Xuening, who has inherited Zhao Mengtai’s faction’s power and has been frequently summoned by Zhao Zhiwu lately. It seems Zhao Xuening holds an unspeakable secret with the Ghost Swordsman, and Zhao Chongyin will definitely want to deal with the Ghost Swordsman.”

Hearing this, the Sword Demon said, “So, in order for Zhao Chongyin to seize the throne, he must stir up waves within Yujing City and eventually eliminate the Ghost Swordsman using Zhao Chongyin’s hand?”

The news of Zhao Zhiwu’s severe injury spread throughout the city, triggering discussions among officials in the court, masters of Jianghu, and even the ordinary people in the streets.

It can be said that Yujing City is currently in the vortex of public opinion.

Fortunately, the conflict between Houjin and the Southern Barbarians seems to have come to a halt, with only Zhao Country and Yan Country still facing off against each other. However, with the reinforcement of Buddhist masters and monk soldiers, Zhao Country’s offensive is gradually weakening.

The situation in the world is at a stalemate, as though everything is waiting for a breakthrough.

“Acting rashly could affect the entire situation.”

Chang Ning said in a serious tone, “We must observe the changes and act only when necessary.”

The Sword Demon narrowed his eyes, Fishermen benefit from the snipe and clam fighting each other. It seems that the Heavenly Slaughter Divine Palace wants to be that fisherman.

Chang Ning looked at the Sword Demon and said, “That’s why we have invited you to join the Divine Palace. With a wisp of intention from the Earth Vein Spirit breaking the prohibition, reaching the Five Qi Grandmaster level is but a snap of the fingers for you. Our Divine Palace can help you break through your shackles, and as long as the Ghost Swordsman dies, the Divine Palace will also help you secure the Dulu Sword.”

The Sword Demon laughed and said, “What reason does this old man have to refuse?”

Chang Ning said, “You’re a clever man.”

The Sword Demon shook his head and said, “The world does not lack clever people, it lacks those who understand the times.”

“Hahaha!”

Chang Ning couldn’t help but burst into laughter upon hearing this.

…

Yujing City, Rainflower Courtyard.

Ever since Zhao Mengtai had died, Zhao Chongyin, the Crown Prince, should have been the most powerful and undisputed heir. His accession to the throne seemed a certainty, but everything changed when Zhao Zhiwu made a breakthrough and became a Great Grandmaster.

A Great Grandmaster could have a lifespan of three hundred years. If Zhao Zhiwu could rule for three more centuries, wouldn’t Zhao Chongyin be nothing more than a nominal Crown Prince?

Because of this, Zhao Chongyin had once found himself in a period of confusion.

His father could rule for three hundred years, while he didn’t even have one hundred years. He could only be a prince for life. It was the cruelest thing, even crueler than death itself.

The throne was right before him, yet he could only watch it for the rest of his life.

For Zhao Chongyin, who immensely valued the Imperial seat, it was as if he had plunged into an abyss. At that time, he had almost let go of the power he held, and the so-called Crown Prince faction had nearly dissipated.

But soon, news spread that Zhao Zhiwu had been gravely wounded by a mysterious expert, hovering on the brink of death.

Suppressing the joy deep in his heart, Zhao Chongyin rallied once again.

Later, he discovered another piece of news that struck him like a bolt from the blue. His father the Emperor had been frequently summoning Zhao Xuening and was promoting her confidant, Zhou Xianming, vigorously in court.

This gave rise to a bad premonition within Zhao Chongyin.

The more lengthy and complex a situation, the more abruptly it often ends. Its development has reached a climax, unseen by others.

Thus, some people always die very suddenly and inexplicably.

Standing in front of a carved railing, Zhao Chongyin looked at the fish swimming freely in the pond below, his hands tightly clenching into the wood, a surge of hatred emanating from within him.

“Your Highness.”

Bai Jing spoke softly beside him.

Zhao Chongyin said, “It seems my father truly intends to depose me.”

Bai Jing replied, “His Majesty has always been fond of Princess An Le, and it’s quite normal for him to summon her frequently at this time.”

Zhao Chongyin sighed deeply and said, “I know him well. He would never act on a whim. Ignoring state affairs at this time, to summon Zhao Xuening instead, must have a reason.”

“He will certainly remove all obstacles for her ascent to the throne before Zhao Xuening becomes Emperor, and those obstacles include me.”

Bai Jing’s pupils shrunk suddenly, feeling a chill through her body.

Nothing is more merciless than the Imperial family!

If Zhao Chongyin’s speculations were accurate, the current Great Yan Emperor might indeed eliminate ‘obstacle’ Zhao Chongyin.

Bai Jing, somewhat anxious, asked, “What should we do now?”

When the Emperor wants his minister dead, the minister has no choice but to die. Did Zhao Chongyin have any chance to resist if the Great Yan Emperor wished for his death?

Zhao Chongyin’s fists slowly relaxed, and he gently closed his eyes, knowing that the most important thing at the moment was to stay calm.

Bai Jing walked behind him and gently pressed on his Sun Temple.

Zhao Chongyin thought of something and asked, “Have they found Old Su?”

Bai Jing shook her head, saying, “No, it’s as if Old Su suddenly vanished.”

Just months ago, Su Tianze, the current Five Qi Grandmaster, had disappeared suddenly, like evaporating from the human world, and Zhao Chongyin had not been able to find him since.

Zhao Chongyin opened his eyes and murmured softly, “Where on earth could he have gone?”

A Five Qi Grandmaster couldn’t just disappear into thin air, could they?

How many people could make a Five Qi Grandmaster vanish quietly?

Especially within Yujing City.

Bai Jing said, “Even the spies of Heaven and Earth Net couldn’t find him.”

“Heaven and Earth Net?”

Zhao Chongyin suddenly thought of something, “Could this have something to do with my father?”

A flicker of doubt crossed Bai Jing’s eyes, “His Majesty? What does he have to do with this?”

Zhao Chongyin shook his head, saying, “I’m not sure, but I feel that this matter is connected to my father somehow.”

With a furrowed brow, Bai Jing fell deep into thought.

The more Zhao Chongyin thought about it, the more frightened he became, and he quickly said, “I must send a secret letter to the State Preceptor right away.”

Saying this, he turned around and headed towards the study.

The favor he owed Xiao Qianqiu would finally be called in today.

Considering the current turbulent situation in Yujing City, Xiao Qianqiu, as the State Preceptor of Great Yan, would definitely hurry to Yujing City. With his strength and status, he had a pivotal position in the Great Yan Dynasty.

The Great Yan State Preceptor might be his last card to play.

…

Ba Mountain City, the guest hall.

An Jing and Zhao Qingmei were seated at the head of the table, with the Demon Sect experts sitting to the left, and Jie Se and Jie Lu to the right.

Jie Se glanced at the Demon Sect experts across from him, swallowed, and asked in a low voice, “An… Brother An, are you really the Ghost Swordsman?”

Following the battle between An Jing from Yujing City and the Exalted Vajra from Buddhist Law, his name had already been widely known across the world, and Jie Se, who lived in Fa Xi Temple, had often heard about it.

However, he never imagined that the Ghost Swordsman of the Demon Sect was actually that damned Doctor; after all, the identities of the two were as different as heaven and earth, who could suspect they were one and the same person?

Moreover, before this, he had roundly cursed the Ghost Swordsman, and An Jing had even agreed with him, laughing along.

An Jing said with a smile, “Guaranteed genuine.”

Jie Se said with a miserable face, “Brother An, you’re actually a master of the Demon Sect, you’ve deceived me so cruelly.”

An Jing spread his hands and said, “I too had my own compelling difficulties.”

Just as Jie Se was about to ask, he noticed Zhao Qingmei nearby, rubbing his hands together and saying with a smile, “Junior sister, you’ve become more and more beautiful, I almost didn’t recognize you……”

Jie Lu, standing beside him, quickly pulled him back, his face pale as he said, “Senior brother, do you know who she is?”

Jie Se raised an eyebrow and asked, “What’s wrong?”

Jie Lu said with a trembling voice, “She is the Sect Hierarch of the Demon Sect!”

The Sect Hierarch of the Demon Sect!?

That was a name that shook the entire Jianghu!

Not just him, even the Great Heavenly Gang of the Xuanyi Guard wouldn’t dare to breathe too loudly in front of the Sect Hierarch of the Demon Sect.

Upon hearing this, Jie Se reacted as if struck by lightning, his mouth beginning to tremble, “Junior….Junior sister, no, Sect Hierarch, greetings.”

Zhao Qingmei waved her hand and said, “Officer Han, no need to be so courteous, just call me junior sister. I like to hear that.”

Jie Se shook his head and said cautiously, “I am no longer an arrest officer; just call me Little Han.”

Zhao Qingmei laughed softly and said, “That’s right, you’re now a high monk within the Buddhist order.”

An Jing said, “You’ve said before that historically, Buddhism and demons do not coexist.”

Upon hearing this, Jie Se immediately removed his Buddha beads, filled with righteous indignation, and declared, “What’s the use in practicing Buddhist Law? What’s the point in upholding the precepts? From today onwards, I, Han, will follow Brother An into the Demon Path, freely surpassing immortals in untrammeled ease.”

Seeing this, Jie Lu also had an epiphany, and immediately said, “Senior brother is right, there’s no use in Buddhist practices, joining the Demon Path for freedom instead.”

All the high-ranking warriors of the Demon Sect who witnessed this were somewhat stunned.

Only Li Fuzhou remained unphased and sat as if nothing was strange.

They had never seen such brazenly shameless people before.

An Jing blinked his eyes and said nothing.

Han Wenxin was still the same Han Wenxin—after all, his master was Fa Wu, the Buddhist son of the Buddhist order, and Fa Wu had treated him rather well. Surprisingly, he had defected so readily.

Li Fuzhou looked at Han Wenxin and said, “You sure switch sides quickly, lad.”

“Third Master, a man should not be described as quick.”

Han Wenxin turned his head towards An Jing and said with all seriousness, “Brother An, this is where you’re wrong. You clearly knew I yearned deeply for Outer Heaven; why didn’t you let me join Outer Heaven earlier, leaving me alone in the Buddhist order to suffer humiliation?”

An Jing widened his eyes, listening to Han Wenxin’s nonsense.

An Jing remembered very clearly that Han Wenxin had said he wanted to master the Qiankun Blade to take revenge against the high-ranking warriors of the Demon Sect. Otherwise, Tan Yun would not have given him laxatives…..

Han Wenxin looked again at Zhao Qingmei and said with a sycophantic smile, “Junior sister, no, Sect Hierarch, from today on, I am a member of Outer Heaven. Whatever tasks you have within the sect, just assign them to me. I, Han Wenxin, am willing to serve the Sect Hierarch with the loyalty of a dog or horse, even if that means climbing a mountain of swords or descending into a sea of flames, without a single furrow in my brow.”

Watching Han Wenxin act in such a way, An Jing couldn’t help but sigh deeply, “His skill at this truly breaks one’s heart.”

Zhao Qingmei, however, applauded and said, “Good, very good. Then you shall follow Third Master. Seeing your duplicitous, life-fearing demeanor, you’ll make an excellent spy.”

Han Wenxin: “…..”

An Jing frowned slightly from the side.

A spy!?

Making Han Wenxin a spy, but who would he spy on?

At that moment, An Jing had a bad premonition.

Just then, Li Fuzhou whispered, “Son-in-law, I need to tell you something.”

An Jing asked indifferently, “What is it?”

Li Fuzhou said, “The Sect Leader of the Five Poison Sect, Dai Danshu, died in the battle defending Yuan City. Dai Ling has led the high-level combatants of the Five Poison Sect to join the Demon Sect, restoring the Five Poison.”

Upon hearing this, An Jing raised an eyebrow slightly, “Oh? Is that so?”

Initially, Feng Lingyue joined forces with the Zhenyi Sect to oppose the Demon Sect, attacking the Demon Sect in secret several times. Later, Feng Lingyue went to Blue Sky Island and settled all scores with the Demon Sect.

Thus, the grievances between the Five Poison Sect and the Demon Sect had ended. Unexpectedly, following Dai Danshu’s death, Dai Ling actually wanted to join the Demon Sect.

It was known that there had been some enmity between Dai Ling, An Jing, and Li Fuzhou.

Li Fuzhou lamented, “Women, sometimes they are a big trouble.”

Hearing this, An Jing’s brows furrowed slightly. Could it be that Dai Ling still wished to kill him?

If that was truly her intention, then she should not blame him for being ruthlessly decisive.

“Big brother!”

As An Jing was contemplating Li Fuzhou’s words, a voice came from the door.

Qiu Lun looked pale and anxious, supported by two of the Pingyang Guard as he walked in.

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An Jing asked, “What brings you here?”

Qiu Lun hurriedly said, “Big brother, didn’t you say you were going to take down the Royal Court of Houjin? Why the sudden order to retreat?”

Now that the army has arrived at the doorstep of Houjin’s royal court and is about to engage in a decisive battle with Zongzheng Huachun, why are they suddenly retreating?

An Jing spoke in a deep voice, “His Majesty is unwell, and Yujing City may soon face a major upheaval.”

What?!

The news of Zhao Zhiwu’s serious injury hadn’t spread to the army yet, coupled with Qiu Lun being wounded, so they were uninformed. Hearing An Jing say this, they were immediately shocked.

Zhao Zhiwu is a grandmaster-level expert; who could have seriously injured him?

Moreover, if Zhao Zhiwu was seriously injured, it would definitely lead to turmoil in Yujing City. Previously, it was Zhao Zhiwu, the grandmaster-level expert, who kept Yujing City stable as Mount Tai. If Zhao Zhiwu were to suddenly perish at this moment, it would be unimaginable.

Qiu Lun was not as rough and simplistic as he appeared; he understood the gravity of the situation even clearer than An Jing did.

The internal and external troubles of Great Yan might completely erupt at this moment, but could the Great Yan Dynasty really resist them?

If they capture Houjin at this time, their rear might already be overrun by others. Where would they go then?

“Ah.”

Qiu Lun let out a long sigh and then fell silent.

Han Wenxin sat leisurely in his chair and asked, “Brother An, are we returning to Yujing City? I heard Zhou Xianming’s doing quite well for himself?”

He only had superficial knowledge of the world’s affairs and didn’t care about them; he didn’t even care what he would eat for his next meal. The only thing he cared about was whether his rooster could be used tonight.

An Jing nodded, “Yes, he is doing very well and has lived up to his vow.”

Zhou Xianming, now supported by the abundant resources of the Lv Sect and favored by the Human Emperor, had rapidly become a new noble in the royal court.

Qiu Lun raised an eyebrow and looked at Han Wenxin, who hung around carelessly, “Big brother, who is this kid?”

With sixth-grade cultivation, in the Demon Sect, he would be an insignificant figure without even the opportunity to enter the door. How could he be sitting there?

Before An Jing could speak, Han Wenxin stood up and said, “I am brother An’s half-brother from different fathers and mothers. Who are you?”

“Half-brother from different fathers and mothers?!”

Qiu Lun looked astonished at Han Wenxin. How could there be such a shameless person in the world? How had he not thought of this before?

A smug Han Wenxin said, “Yes, our friendship is even deeper than those who have gone through life and death together.”

Qiu Lun, somewhat disbelieving, said, “Deeper than life and death?”

“Cough cough cough!”

An Jing hastily let out a soft cough.

Others might not know, but An Jing was aware that Han Wenxin might say anything. If he said something he shouldn’t, that would lead to trouble.

Qiu Lun tilted his head back and huffed, “He is my big brother, and we have been through life-and-death experiences.”

“Really?”

Han Wenxin pointed his thumb at himself, boasting, “Then it seems you should call me big brother too.”

Qiu Lun snorted coldly, “He is my big brother; what are you then?”

Han Wenxin’s smile faded, feeling Qiu Lun’s hostility, “I am his brother from different fathers and mothers, don’t you understand? You, little fellow, clearly don’t follow the path, and you’ll never get to eat four dishes in your lifetime.”

Qiu Lun pushed aside the two Pingyang Guards beside him and rolled up his sleeves, “Yo, dare you talk to me like that?”

Although Qiu Lun was seriously injured, he was still a master of the Heavenly Flower Realm.

Qiu Lun could naturally see that the young man in front of him was nothing but an idle waste, obviously looking to compete for favor. He was determined to teach him a lesson today.

“What is my relationship with brother An? Is it your place to interfere?”

Han Wenxin thought silently to himself and quickly walked behind An Jing, “Brother An, look at that fatso; he wants to fight. I am part of the Demon Sect now.”

Qiu Lun also said, “Big brother, I have to teach him a lesson today; he dares to disrespect you.”

“Big brother!”

“Brother An!”

The Demon Sect experts watched the two vie for attention and couldn’t help but smile in amusement.

Among the many masters in the Demon Sect, few were as interesting as these two.

Perhaps, becoming a master required one to endure the purification of loneliness, thereby stripping away all interesting frivolities.

Jie Lu stood upright and silent at one side.

An Jing looked at the two and inevitably turned his head to Zhao Qingmei, “My lady, let’s go pack up and see if the senior from Nangong is ready to return to You Mountain.”

Zhao Qingmei looked at the two jealous men and couldn’t help but cover her mouth and giggle.

She had only seen women behave like that before and hadn’t expected to see men do the same today.

“Let’s go; let’s go quickly.”

An Jing, finding the two a headache, wrapped his arm around Zhao Qingmei’s small waist and headed toward the back courtyard.

“Big brother! Don’t leave yet!”

“Brother An, you need to take my side.”

Seeing An Jing preparing to leave, the two hurriedly followed.

…….