Chapter 1392 - 266: You Dare Betray the Central Profound Realm!

Chapter 1392: Chapter 266: You Dare Betray the Central Profound Realm!

"Speak up, what’s on your mind?"

Shen Changqing showed interest.

He wanted to see what the other party intended to use to make a deal with him.

"Rumor has it that spiritual energy in the outer world has been depleted for a long time, even if such a powerful figure like you emerges, it’s still likely that cultivators are scarce, unable to match the Central Profound Realm."

Saying this, Ji Quan stepped forward two steps and suddenly bowed.

"As long as you are willing to grant the Immortal Dao Methodologies, I will lead everyone from the Transference Divine Palace to merge with the Human Clan Imperial Court and let the court command us at will!"

Merge with the Imperial Court!

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone’s complexion changed.

Li Gu shouted angrily, "Ji Quan, how dare you betray the Central Profound Realm, courting death!"

As he spoke, his heart was filled with joy.

Great.

I originally couldn’t find a way to deal with Ji Quan, but now he’s seeking his own death by boasting allegiance to the Human Clan Imperial Court in front of experts from the Five Sects Twelve Palaces.

In this way, the experts of the Five Sects Twelve Palaces would surely be angry.

As expected.

As his words landed, Shenxu’s face turned cold, "Divine King Ji Quan, have you thought it through? Although your Transference Divine Palace was exterminated, it’s thanks to the Central Profound Realm that you became a Divine King. Do you genuinely wish to betray us now?"

"Shenxu Sect Master, you speak heavily. Whether the Central Profound Realm or the outer world belongs to the Human Clan, is it not permissible for me to merge with the Imperial Court?

Moreover, when my Transference Divine Palace was exterminated years ago, the Heavenly Dao Sect did not utter a word. Now that the Transference Divine Palace is about to merge with the Imperial Court, does the Heavenly Dao Sect intend to interfere?"

Ji Quan fearlessly replied.

Shenxu coldly said, "You achieved Divine King status entirely due to the faith of Central Profound Realm’s beings. It is your freedom to join the Imperial Court, but you are no longer qualified to have faith in the Central Profound Realm’s Human Clan.

Surrender all your faith; however you proceed, the Heavenly Dao Sect will no longer intervene."

"What a joke. I achieved Divine King status due to generations of accumulation from the Transference Divine Palace, and besides, since when can the Heavenly Dao Sect represent the entire Central Profound Realm?"

"Impudent!"

Shenxu was irate.

Being insulted by a Divine King like this, murderous intent surged within him.

At this moment.

Li Gu interjected, "Why bother with him, Shenxu Sect Master? Let us act directly and eliminate this traitor!"

With those words.

He acted directly, unleashing a terrifying force.

However —

Before Ji Quan could react, Shen Changqing swiftly struck, crushing that force.

"Attacking in front of me, do you truly think I’m made of clay?"

Upon hearing this.

Li Gu’s expression changed slightly.

He didn’t fear Ji Quan, but he feared Shen Changqing.

This person before him is a peerless warrior capable of battling fifty Divine Kings without being at much of a disadvantage.

Even in the face of Slaughter Immortal God, he is much superior.

If one were to truly anger such a warrior, even with all Biyun Palace’s forces combined, they wouldn’t stand a chance.

Shenxu furrowed his brow, "Your Excellency, we are only eliminating a Central Profound Realm traitor, it has nothing to do with the outer world. According to the original agreement, your interference breaches the protocol."

"Who says it has nothing to do with my court?"

Shen Changqing retorted coldly, "Since he’s decided to join the Imperial Court, he belongs to my court. If the Central Profound Realm attacks him, are you declaring war on my court?"

Then.

He disregarded Shenxu’s angry expression and directly tossed the jade stone containing the Immortal Dao Methodologies to Ji Quan.

"I agree to your terms. From this moment on, the Transference Divine Palace is a subordinate force of the Human Clan Imperial Court."

"Thank you, Your Excellency!"

Ji Quan grasped the jade stone, his heart full of joy.

Joining the Imperial Court.

Was a decision he made temporarily upon witnessing Shen Changqing fight against the Five Sects Twelve Palaces without being inferior.

Collaboration.

Must occur under equal conditions to be feasible.

Even if not equal, the disparity must be slight.

Initially, he thought collaboration possible due to Shen Changqing’s strength, but assumed it wouldn’t be vastly superior, so with his power, there was a chance.

However, now.

Ji Quan had completely abandoned this thought.

Such a powerful warrior requires forces at the Five Sects level to qualify for collaboration. Throughout the realm, non-Five Sects forces have no chance of collaboration.

If collaboration is not possible, think differently.

Join the Imperial Court.

Is the other solution he conceived.

The Transference Divine Palace has already been exterminated, and within the vast sect, only he and Wen Tianchou remain. Instead of staying within the Central Profound Realm, they might as well join the outer world.

Ji Quan believed, with his strength, coming to the outer world would surely garner attention.

"Since the Transference Divine Palace has merged with the Imperial Court, it must follow court protocols. I am the Defender of Human Clan; you may address me as Defender Shen!"

"Greetings, Defender Shen!"

Ji Quan’s expression was solemn, and he respectfully performed a ritual.

Behind him.

Wen Tianchou dared not linger, and followed in bowing.

While the two were paying their respects.

Boom——

In the outer world Imperial Court.

The dormant court destiny revived, manifesting a Destiny Golden Dragon, all Human Clan members looked up to the firmament, regarding the Golden Dragon with reverent expressions.

Within the Imperial Palace.

The Emperor’s Seal’s brilliance surged greatly.

Symbolizing the Human Emperor, the Emperor’s Seal is connected with the Human Clan’s destiny.

Now the Human Clan’s destiny fluctuates, the Emperor’s Seal also produces corresponding anomalies.

"May I ask our Emperor, why has the court destiny suddenly increased?"

Among the officials, someone stepped forward and asked the question on everyone’s mind.

During a regular court session, such anomalies arose, causing inevitable intrigue.

Gu Xing was in high spirits at this time, smiling, "A powerful being has joined the court, hence the court destiny has surged—this is indeed joyous news!"

Powerful figures enter the Imperial Court!

Upon hearing this, the ministers looked at each other in disbelief.

It is hard to imagine what kind of powerful figure entered the Imperial Court, triggering such a dramatic change.

"To cause the destiny to increase so significantly, it is certainly not something the God Realm can achieve. In the entire Imperial Court, I believe only Defender Shen can reach this level. Let’s not worry about this matter for now; it will naturally become clear once Defender Shen returns."

Gu Xing spoke again, temporarily setting aside the matter.

The surge in the Imperial Court’s destiny was a great blessing for the entire Human Clan.

But he also understood that causing such a surge in destiny was beyond the capability of the God Realm.

Surveying the world,

apart from Shen Changqing, Gu Xing could think of no one else capable of bringing such a powerful figure into the Imperial Court.

——

The destiny of the Imperial Court was surging.

As the Defender of the Human Clan, Shen Changqing also received the corresponding information.

The people from the Five Sects and Twelve Palaces were furious upon seeing Ji Quan openly siding with the Imperial Court, but they said nothing further.

There was no need to tear apart relations with the outside world over one or two individuals.

Immediately,

Shen Changqing looked at other factions that were eager to make a move, but he said nothing.

The allegiance of the Transference Divine Palace was an unexpected gain.

If one or two factions pledge allegiance, it is nothing, but if many factions truly join the Imperial Court, it will undoubtedly anger the Five Sects and Twelve Palaces.

This would only create more trouble.

Moreover,

most of the powerful figures in the Central Profound Realm belong to the Five Sects and Twelve Palaces. Outside of these, there are hardly any strong figures who can stand out.

If it weren’t for Ji Quan demonstrating his actual strength, he wouldn’t have agreed to let him join the Imperial Court.

"If there’s nothing else, I’ll be on my way now."

Shen Changqing glanced at everyone present, smiled faintly, and then left with Ji Quan and Wen Tianchou.

As they were leaving,

he also found the direction of Ji Ying. After sending a divine message, he proceeded toward the forbidden area.

From start to finish,

no one from the Five Sects and Twelve Palaces attempted to stop him.

It’s not that they didn’t want to, but that they couldn’t.

A moment later,

Shenxu spoke solemnly: "The Potential Dragons Conference is postponed for a year. One year from today, we will hold the Potential Dragons Conference again."

After saying this, he left with the experts of the Heavenly Dao Sect.

The Potential Dragons Conference was disrupted, but it cannot be canceled.

The conference involves resource distribution among various forces, and there must be a clear distinction between winners and losers. Otherwise, it would be detrimental to everyone.

Moreover,

the Potential Dragons Conference is held every five hundred years.

The Heavenly Dao Sect waited a full two thousand years to host the Potential Dragons Conference at their main venue. Allowing it to end so unremarkably would waste two thousand years of preparation.

"Let’s go!"

After Shenxu left with his people, Slaughter Immortal God glanced at the Immortal Ascension Sect and said indifferently. Then he tore through space and disappeared.

The people of the Immortal Ascension Sect followed suit and left.

With two sects gone,

the remaining members of the Three Sects and Twelve Palaces exchanged glances, said nothing, and each tore through space and vanished.

Thus,

a great battle came to an end.

...

Outside the forbidden area,

Shen Changqing stopped.

Behind him, Ji Quan asked, puzzled, "Is Defender Shen waiting for someone?"

"Exactly."

Shen Changqing nodded, not saying much.

In less than half a hour,

they saw someone flying in the sky, landing in front of the three of them.

"He’s here."

Upon seeing the person, Shen Changqing nodded in acknowledgment.

Ji Quan and Wen Tianchou looked at the newcomer with puzzled expressions.

A middle-stage God Realm?

And judging by the appearance, completely unfamiliar, not resembling any renowned Proud Heaven.

Why would someone of Shen Changqing’s strength and status wait for a minor God Realm?

At this moment,

Ji Ying removed his disguise, revealing his true appearance.

Wen Tianchou was unfazed, but Ji Quan was taken aback upon seeing the face: "Holy Son of Heavenly Dao Sect!"

Holy Son of Heavenly Dao Sect!

Upon hearing this, Wen Tianchou was also startled.

He did not expect the person to be the Holy Son of the Heavenly Dao Sect.

Ji Ying smiled wryly: "Divine King Ji jokes. What kind of Holy Son of Heavenly Dao Sect am I? I’m just a puppet on the surface."

"I suppose the Heavenly Dao Sect would never have thought that the Holy Son Ji would pledge allegiance to the Imperial Court."

Ji Quan laughed.

Earlier, Shenxu’s words were arrogant, yet even his sect’s Holy Son betrayed silently.

Though Ji Ying said he wasn’t the true Holy Son of the Heavenly Dao Sect, to the world, he was seen as such.

He truly wanted to bring Shenxu here to witness this scene.

The sect’s nurtured Holy Son had directly defected to an external force. Ji Quan believed Shenxu’s expression would be amusing.

"Alright, enough talk. Let’s leave now."

Shen Changqing interrupted the two, then led the way toward the forbidden area.

The remaining three followed closely behind.

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PS: Previously, the number of Divine Kings was written incorrectly. Correction: The Five Sects and Twelve Palaces add up to half a hundred, not a hundred!