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[Heaven's Commentary: A warlord in troubled times, his obsession remains undiminished; his return will surely bring bloodshed and chaos.]
[Bestowed by Heaven: The 'Crossing the Path to Rebirth' is promoted to 'Three Souls and Seven Spirits'!]
[Nine Provinces Peak Combat Power Ranking - 25th (tied): Shangguan Yun, Realm: Early Mythical Stage]
[Identity: Head of Zhongxintang in Yunzhou]
[Appearing loyal and righteous, but actually harboring ambition]
The discovery of the Dragon's Roar Cave confirms ancient legends.
Legend has it that there is a Dragon's Roar Cave in the Qilian Mountains of Yunzhou.
[The cave is guarded by a divine dragon that holds eight dragon balls]
Each Dragon Ball can grant a wish.
Collecting all eight beads allows one to transcend the mortal realm and ascend to godhood.
Shangguan Yun firmly believes in the legend and is secretly uniting various forces.
A deadly attack is about to be launched before the Dragon's Roar Cave.
[Heaven's assessment: Outwardly benevolent and righteous, inwardly sharp and cunning]
[Heavenly Reward: Thunderfire Bomb]
[Thunderfire Bomb: A divine-level hidden weapon of unknown origin]
This item requires a Supreme Mythical Realm expert to activate it with their true essence in order to explode.
Even a master of the Shattered Realm can be injured or killed if they are not careful.
As the golden light faded, the announcement of the Heavenly Ranking came to an end.
Da Qin, Xianyang Palace.
When the words "Even a master of the Shattered Realm can be injured or even killed if they are not careful" came into view, everyone in the hall changed their expressions drastically. Ying Zheng's gaze was solemn, and the ministers held their breath, their eyes filled with horror.
Looking across the Qin Dynasty, there is currently no Shattered Realm expert openly in charge. Yet now, a hidden weapon capable of threatening such an existence has appeared!
This means that whoever possesses this item can sweep away the top masters of the Qin Dynasty.
"Could this item kill Ximen Yu?"
Not only did the officials have this thought, but Ying Zheng also tapped the table with his knuckles, a cold glint suddenly appearing in his eyes: "Zhao Gao, order Zichu to lead the elite troops to the Western Regions of Yunzhou."
"If Shangguan Yun is willing to offer up the Thunderfire Bomb, Zhongxin Hall can be preserved."
"If you defy this imperial decree—" He waved his sleeve, his killing intent chilling, "I will raze the Western Regions to the ground, leaving not a single soldier alive!"
Zhao Gao bowed and accepted the order, then quickly withdrew.
"Zhang Han!" Ying Zheng spoke again, "Lead 100,000 elite troops and be sure to retrieve the Thunderfire Bomb and the Dragon Pearl!"
Zhang Han hesitated: "Your Majesty, last time the entire army of 100,000 Kheshig soldiers was wiped out..."
Chapter 180 Thunderfire Bomb
"Before obtaining the Thunderfire Bomb, we must not engage the Azure Dragon Society." Ying Zheng's fingertip traced the map on the table, his voice resolute. "This item can injure those at the Shattered Realm. Even if the Great Qin cannot obtain it, it must never fall into the hands of others!"
"As for the Dragon Ball—" He raised his eyes and gazed at the sky outside the palace, "I am determined to obtain it."
Zhang Han solemnly clasped his hands in a fist salute, his armor clanging loudly.
Zhao Gao! Have you managed to contact that 'Lost Heart Ferryman' Ao Jue?
As Ying Zheng gazed at the 'Crossing the River to Rebirth' mentioned on the Heavenly List, he suddenly remembered that he had previously ordered Zhao Gao to lead demon soldiers and monsters to recruit Ao Jue.
Zhao Gao, looking embarrassed, bowed and replied:
"Your Majesty... the Sword Worship Manor has still not been found..."
Ying Zheng frowned:
"How could this be?"
Even the Heavenly Dao Golden List clearly stated that Ao Jue had rebuilt the Sword Worship Manor, yet the intelligence chief of the mighty Qin Dynasty spent a long time without any results.
"Zhang Han, do you have any news?"
Zhang Han also looked troubled, even secretly wondering if the Heavenly Ranking was a joke played on the world. Seeing his reaction, Ying Zheng already understood.
"This time, the Qin elite troops are advancing into the western regions of Yunzhou. You must thoroughly investigate the whereabouts of the Sword Worship Manor!"
"I obey your orders!"
In the Imperial Court of the Great Yuan Dynasty.
After reading the imperial edict, Temujin immediately gave an order to Jebe:
"Lead 100,000 Kheshig troops to find Padmasambhava, and you will know what this Khan seeks."
Previously, in order to seize the Azure Dragon Seven Mansions, he had already lost 100,000 elite cavalry. Now that the Thunderfire Bomb and the Dragon Pearl have appeared in the world, how could he allow them to be lost again? Ying Zheng was able to see through the key to it, and Temujin was also determined to obtain them.
Jebe solemnly accepted the order and quickly withdrew.
Temujin then questioned Yelü Chucai:
"How is the progress of my order to arrange a meeting between you and Si Du Hei Tong?"
He had long intended to use the Black Eyes to connect with the Six Demons and then make contact with the Demon Lord Bai Suzhen. However, due to a series of unforeseen events, this matter was put on hold for a time. Now that Dugu Yifang has been listed among the "Rebirth Crossing" members, his schemes have been reignited.
Yelü Chucai immediately reported:
"Your Majesty, you are wise! Upon investigation, all but one of the seven heroes who slaughtered the Hei family of Yunzhou have been executed. And the Purple-Clad Scripture King... is very likely the biological father of the World Domination Society!"
This intelligence came just in time; otherwise, he might have had a hard time explaining himself today.
Temujin's gaze suddenly sharpened:
"The father of Xiong Ba? Is this true?"
Such secrets are probably known to very few in the world.
Yelü Chucai's expression was gloomy.
"But what?" Temujin asked, frowning.
"Three days ago, a battle of top experts broke out in the sky above the World Assembly."
"The fierce battle continued into the night, and the entire Tianxia Society was reduced to ruins."
"Even the summit of Tianshan Mountain was cut off."
"The whereabouts of Xiong Ba are currently unknown."
"The trail to the purple-clad leader... has gone cold again."
Yelü Chucai was almost in despair.
After finally finding the trail of the Purple-Clad Boss, the World Society was destroyed and Xiong Ba disappeared.
Is fate playing a cruel joke on him?
"Is this really true?" Temujin looked surprised.
Although the World Alliance is not as powerful as the three great dynasties, it is still the dominant force in Yunzhou.
It's unbelievable that it has been completely destroyed and that Xiong Ba has vanished without a trace.
"Do you know who did this?"
"The matter has not yet been determined..."
"Useless trash! Find out the truth for me right now!"
"Anyone capable of destroying the World Society must be a powerful figure worth winning over!"
Temujin was furious; ever since Tolui's death, his temper had become increasingly violent.
"Yes... I'll take care of it right away..."
Yelü Chucai dared not say more and responded repeatedly.
"Any progress on the whereabouts of Black Eyes and the others?"
Temujin paused for a moment, then asked the question again.
"Great Khan..."
Yelü Chucai looked troubled and was about to speak—
"Amitabha!"
A Buddhist chant suddenly rang out.
A strange figure suddenly appeared inside the main hall.
This man had a shiny bald head and clearly visible ordination scars; he should have been a monk.
However, he was dressed in a magnificent purple robe, unlike a monk.
"Assassins! Protect the Emperor!"
Golden Guard reacted instantly, leaping forward to shield Temujin and protecting him closely.
The remaining guards quickly formed a line, surrounding the man in purple robes in layers.
This person's cultivation level is unfathomable; he could have made his move before the Golden Guards surrounded him.
Yet he stood there with a smile, calm and composed.
Once the grand formation was complete, he calmly spoke:
"Is this Genghis Khan's way of treating guests?"
Seeing that he had no lingering interest, Temujin was slightly relieved and waved for the guards to leave.
"Great Khan..."
Upon hearing this, Golden Guard immediately dispersed in all directions.
Only the golden guards surrounding the strange man remained motionless.
Temujin shouted in a deep voice, "Who are you? Why have you intruded into the Yuan Dynasty's imperial court?"
The strange man slowly replied, "My former Dharma name was 'King of Sutras,' but you may now call me 'Purple-Robed King of Sutras.'"
"The King of Scriptures? The King of Scriptures in Purple Robes?"
Upon hearing this, Yelü Chucai suddenly realized, "Could you be the Scripture King, ranked twenty-seventh on the Heavenly Dao Golden List, and the 'Longitude' among the Six Demon Crossings?"
The Purple-Robed Scripture King smiled slightly: "Yes, and no. Three days ago I was indeed the Scripture King, but now I have merged with the Purple-Robed Boss. From this day forward, there will be no more 'Scripture King' or 'Purple-Robed Boss' in the world; only the 'Purple-Robed Scripture King' will exist."
It turns out that after Xiao Aoshi severely injured the Purple-Clad Boss, he immediately went to pursue Xiong Ba. Jing Wang took the opportunity to merge the Purple-Clad Boss with himself.
Temujin was slightly surprised: "So it is the Purple-Robed King who has come. May I ask what brings you here?"
He pondered to himself: Jing Wang was one of the Six Demons of Crossing, while the leader of the purple-robed sect was the nemesis of "Death Crossing" Black Pupil. Why did Jing Wang choose to merge with the leader of the purple-robed sect? Could it be that he intended to fight Black Pupil to the death?
The Purple-Clad King stated frankly, "I have come here because I know the Great Khan urgently needs strong reinforcements. After merging with the Purple-Clad Boss, my strength has already surpassed the twenty-seventh ranking on the Heavenly Dao Golden List. As long as the Great Khan approves, I am willing to pledge my allegiance to the Great Yuan."
Temujin countered, "What do you desire?"
He knew that such a peerless master must have ulterior motives for volunteering.
The Purple-Robed King, with a composed expression, said, "Simple. I will become the Chief Protector of the Nation, sharing the Great Yuan Dragon Qi with the Great Khan."
As soon as this statement came out, everyone was shocked.
"Chief Protector of the Nation?"
Temujin truly couldn't understand where the Purple-Robed Scripture King's confidence came from. The Scripture King was originally only ranked twenty-seventh on the Heavenly Dao Golden List, alongside the Great Joyful Monk. Currently, the Great Yuan Dynasty still had two great masters, Padmasambhava and the Dragon Elephant Monk, in charge, and the current Chief Protector of the Nation was none other than Padmasambhava, who was well-versed in divination. How dare this Purple-Robed Scripture King demand such a high position?
The Purple-Robed King sensed Temujin's intentions, but his expression remained calm.
"Great Khan, how about this, who is your country's current chief protector?"
"Padmasambhava".
Is he at the royal court right now?
"He is not here. He has been ordered to go to the western region of Yunzhou to seize the 'Thunderfire Bomb' and the Dragon Pearl from the Dragon Roar Cave."
“Very well, then I’ll go and meet him, and see who comes out on top.”