Chapter 257

Only later, when someone developed the power of military formations, did dynasties rapidly rise, suppressing martial sects. The Jianghu was thereafter subjugated by the imperial court.

But now…

The appearance of the Immortal Dao might return the Nine Provinces to an era where ultimate power resided within the individual.

The eyes of Jianghu experts burned with intense fervor and anticipation.

Bai Qi and Wang Jian, however, exchanged glances, feeling somewhat chilled. Ning Changge’s final glance in their direction was too terrifying; they hadn’t even dared to meet his eyes. Ning Changge had clearly discovered the Great Qin Ren Tu Army early on.

If Great Qin hadn’t harbored malicious intent, their fate might have been the same as the Heavenly Wolf Army’s.

“This Little Immortal… is truly unfathomable…”

Bai Qi swallowed hard, somewhat fearful.

Over the years, he had only felt such terror from the First Emperor. Now, there was another.

The two looked at each other…

Seeing the relief in each other’s eyes. Luckily, they held no ill will today, otherwise the consequences would have been dire. Wang Jian couldn’t help but force a bitter smile:

“General Bai, do you think he can destroy the Mongol Yuan imperial capital?”

Bai Qi’s face was grave. He slowly shook his head:

“I’m not sure.”

“But I know the Nine Provinces are about to change!”

“Regardless of whether the Little Immortal ultimately destroys the Mongol Yuan imperial capital, this is a huge blow to imperial authority. There will only be two outcomes.”

Wang Jian felt a violent tremor in his heart.

“What do you mean?”

“First, all dynasties will try their utmost to destroy the Immortal Dao. Emperors will fear its existence, a fear potentially greater than their desire for longevity.”

“Second, imperial power and the Immortal Dao coexist, or even become subservient to the Immortal Dao, ushering the Nine Provinces into a new era.”

“Which of these two possibilities comes to pass depends on the specific course of the Little Immortal’s trip to the Mongol Yuan imperial capital.”

Hearing Bai Qi’s faint sigh, Wang Jian’s scalp tingled. He wasn’t stupid and immediately understood, horrified:

“If the Little Immortal truly destroys the Mongol capital, all emperors will be filled with reverence. If he only barely manages to protect himself, he might face a coalition of dynasties!”

Bai Qi nodded solemnly:

“Indeed. Though I hate to admit it, rulers have always found it difficult to tolerate things beyond their control.”

Wang Jian deeply agreed.

The reason emperors tolerated the Jianghu’s existence was because armies could suppress Land Immortals. Even the top experts of the Nine Provinces had checks and balances, posing no threat to dynastic rule.

But the Immortal Dao was different.

As Ning Changge displayed increasingly terrifying strength, culminating in the annihilation of the million-strong Heavenly Wolf Army, a critical point had been reached.

“Let’s go. We must report this news to His Majesty as soon as possible, so he can make a decision.”

Deep down…

Neither Bai Qi nor Wang Jian wanted to make an enemy of someone like Ning Changge. He was simply too terrifying.

Figures departed one after another, tasked with spreading the shocking events of the day for the world to know.

On Wudang’s Tianzhu Peak…

Wudang disciples returned in an orderly fashion, resuming their martial practice and chores as usual, though the inner excitement from witnessing such a grand scene was hard to dispel immediately—which was normal.

Meanwhile, Zhang Sanfeng pulled Ning Changge aside…

His face etched with worry:

“Changge, going to the Mongol Yuan imperial capital in seven days… is it perhaps…?”

He worried his disciple might suffer a loss. Without the support of the Circumventing Stars Formation Sword Array, if his disciple went alone and fell into a trap, it would be troublesome.

“Master will go with you.”

Everyone nodded slowly in agreement.

They offered to go together.

Not because they distrusted Ning Changge, but because care bred concern. Furthermore, the Mongol Yuan Dynasty had stood for many years; its foundation was incomparable to that of a sect. If they went together, they could at least help handle minor troubles.

Ning Changge smiled faintly:

“Master need not worry. Don’t forget, your disciple laid down the Circumventing Stars Formation Sword Array. If I wasn’t confident, how could I go alone?”

“Master and the others should just guard Wudang. Otherwise, if someone with ill intentions tries to sneak onto Wudang, it would also be troublesome.”

This was just an excuse.

Once the news of Ning Changge annihilating the million-strong Heavenly Wolf Army spread, likely no one in the Nine Provinces would dare set foot on Wudang again, perceiving it as a monstrous force.

Besides, Ning Changge would leave protective measures on Wudang…

Even if someone truly blind came looking for trouble, they would only be seeking death.

Zhang Sanfeng and the others could only offer wry smiles.

Ning Changge smiled and waved his hand, indicating it wasn’t necessary.

Annihilating the million-strong Heavenly Wolf Army relied on the power of the sword formation. His own strength hadn’t been displayed at all. He would use the Mongol Yuan Dynasty as a test subject. He had great confidence in himself.

“Alright. Since you have your own plans, Changge, Master won’t hold you back.”

Zhang Sanfeng sighed.

Having such an outstanding disciple had its own worries—he wanted to help but couldn’t.

Ning Changge just smiled.

“After this matter is settled, I will gradually spread the immortal methods throughout Wudang. Master and the others can prepare yourselves. You can start cultivating the Sensing Art I taught you earlier; there’s no harm in it.”

As Ning Changge spoke…

Everyone’s eyes lit up.