CHAPTER 219: CHAPTER 216: EAST BORDER FORCES_1

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Five days later, Qin Wudao entrusted the major affairs of the state to the cabinet, with Zhuge Liang appointed to supervise. He then led a team, boarded a Spirit Boat, and embarked on a long journey.

As the hegemon of the East Border, the Kylin Holy Land’s domain was not situated in the center of the Eastern Continent but at the far western edge of the East Border, very close to the Middle Region.

The Qin Dynasty was situated at the easternmost edge of the East Border, making it one of the powers most distant from the Kylin Holy Land.

"Your Majesty, we need to go to the Canghai Ancient Court and take a super-spatial wormhole to the Kylin Holy Land!"

Li Ru produced a map, indicated the optimal route, and addressed the assembled group.

This route required traversing the domains of five King-ranked powers, including the Thunder Divine Court, to reach the Canghai Divine Court. From there, they would journey for two days through a spatial wormhole to arrive in the Kylin Dao Domain.

"Everyone, this is a journey into the unknown, and also an opportunity for the Great Qin to witness the various powers of the East Border. I have only one requirement: no matter what unfolds, we must uphold the prestige of the Great Qin!"

Qin Wudao stood at the prow of the vessel, his voice ringing out with command.

Before him stood dozens of figures, including the chosen talents Wu Ming, Wang Lingling, and Peng Shizhuang. All were full of vigor, radiating a palpable fighting spirit. The weakest among them had reached the Nirvana Realm.

The formidable experts accompanying them included Xiang Yu, Li Yuanba, Dian Wei, and Xu Chu!

This expedition brought together the very elite of the Qin Dynasty!

"As you command!" everyone shouted in unison.

Anticipation shone on every face; they were all eager to experience the world beyond their borders.

Qin Wudao nodded in satisfaction, then turned to gaze at the distant horizon. He, too, was curious. Just how many prodigies were there among the myriad factions of the East Border? And how powerful was the Saint Heir of the Kylin Holy Land?

A nascent battle intent smoldered within his heart!

...

After Qin Wudao led his contingent towards the Kylin Holy Land, hundreds of King-ranked powers across the East Border also began to mobilize; the winds of change were stirring.

Some ancient-grade powers, privy to inside information, went even further, dispatching all their elites to contend for the Kunlun Supreme inheritance.

"Shen Youlin, this time, I will undoubtedly defeat you!"

In the central region of the East Border, atop a colossal mountain ten thousand zhang high, a young man sat cross-legged. He had a refined appearance, with purple hair cascading to his waist, and was clad in a purple python-embroidered robe that shimmered with a violet luminescence.

He rose slowly, his entire presence akin to a razor-sharp sword, capable of obliterating anyone.

He was Song Yufeng, the Dao Child of the Purple Cloud Sect!

He possessed a special physique ranked among the top one hundred and was one of the most renowned prodigies in the East Border. Three months prior, he had challenged Shen Youlin, losing by the narrowest of margins—a single move.

...

Interesting. This Crown Prince has been wanting to contend with Shen Youlin to see who truly is number one in the East Border!

Within a vast Ancient Court, countless powerful figures soared through the air, which was thick with an ancient aura. Its people thrived like dragons; even infants possessed Houtian cultivation.

Above the East Palace, a battle blade hung suspended, emanating a keen blade intent and an aura of invincibility.

Wei Wuyang, the Crown Prince of the Ba Dao Ancient Court, sat cross-legged, his robes billowing. His eyes glinted sharply as two streams of blade energy shot forth, tearing open the Void before him.

The suspended battle blade erupted with a dazzling radiance, like a celestial weapon poised to deliver judgment upon the world.

Blade, the merciless blade!

...

BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!

The northernmost expanse of the East Border was a realm of ice and snow. Frigid winds howled, blizzards raged, and the environment was exceedingly harsh, rarely traversed by humans.

A young Ice Emperor Bear relentlessly slammed its fists against the ten-thousand-year-old profound ice before it. This ancient ice, capable of withstanding an attack from a Saint Realm expert, shattered into fragments after only two or three blows.

"For eons, the East Border has been dominated by the human race. If the Kylin Holy Land once again obtains the Kunlun Supreme’s inheritance, the other races will never have a chance to rise!"

"Regardless, Shen Youlin must die! The Kunlun Supreme’s inheritance must fall into the hands of the other races!"

The Ice Emperor Bear clenched its fists, muscles bulging beneath its snow-white fur, containing terrifying power. It instantly pulverized all snow within a hundred-zhang radius.

At this moment, his usually simple and honest face was glacial, even colder than the ten-thousand-year profound ice!

As a prodigy of the other races, his lifelong mission was to lead them to ascendancy and supplant the human race.

...

In the southern part of the East Border, flowers bloomed in profusion, and the climate was mild. Compared to the harsh north, the environment here was akin to an Immortal Realm.

In a bamboo house nestled within a sea of flowers stood two young women in elegant dresses. From their waists hung a token inscribed with the characters ’Qionghua’.

The Qionghua Sect, composed entirely of women, was formidable, with many Semi-Emperor experts among its ranks.

Even more formidable was their backing. Rumor had it that a Holy Maiden from the Qionghua Sect had married into the Middle Region, becoming the Empress Dowager of a Saint’s Court, wielding power that overshadowed the realm.

"Holy Maiden, the Sect Master requests your presence. She asks you to emerge from seclusion to attend the East Border Grand Ceremony!"

The two young women approached the bamboo house entrance, bowing slightly in a gesture of respect.

"I know!"

A crisp, melodious voice drifted from the bamboo house. Wherever the sound spread, it was as if magic had been cast, coaxing unopened buds into bloom.

CREAK!

The bamboo door opened, and a small head peeked out, revealing bright, clear eyes and an innocent smile.

An intangible spiritual charm emanated, suffusing the surroundings.

Centered on the house, the sea of flowers within a ten-li radius swayed rhythmically. The air filled with their fragrance, and a gentle breeze carried countless petals, causing them to dance around the bamboo dwelling.

The scene was breathtakingly beautiful!

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The East Border Grand Ceremony... this will be the moment I, the Saint Heir, contend for dominion over the world!

In the Kylin Holy Land, atop a majestic peak shaped like a Kylin, Shen Youlin had just concluded his cultivation. He retracted the Kylin phantom behind him, a confident smile gracing his lips.

In his view, the upcoming East Border Grand Ceremony was destined to be his stage alone!

"Saint Heir, the Sect Master summons you!"

An ethereal voice resonated in his mind.

Father is looking for me at this hour? It must be to discuss arrangements for the East Border Grand Ceremony!

Shen Youlin rose, stretched languidly, and shook his head before flying down the mountain at extreme speed.

Inadvertently, a faint trace of the Power of Laws emanated from him.

The Power of Laws!

The hallmark of Reaching the Holy Realm!

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Phew, just a little more, and I’ll break through to the Saint Realm!

Aboard the Spirit Boat, Qin Wudao opened his eyes, golden light flashing within them, a hint of regret in his expression.

However, such breakthroughs could not be forced. Cultivation emphasized a balance between effort and ease; forcing it would only be counterproductive.

Besides, he believed it wouldn’t be long before he achieved his breakthrough!

"Li Ru, what is our current position?" Qin Wudao called out.

"Your Majesty, in four hours, we will arrive at the Canghai Ancient Court!"

Li Ru replied softly, a hint of gentleness in his tone.

If his subordinates had witnessed this, they would have been utterly astounded. Was this still the cold and ruthless master of poisons they knew?

"Good. Have everyone prepare!"

Qin Wudao’s voice carried from his room. Soon after, the previously tranquil Spirit Boat stirred with activity as those in secluded cultivation gradually awakened.

Four hours later, the Spirit Boat descended into the capital city of the Canghai Ancient Court.

A city built upon the waters!