Early the next morning, Tang Yan and Niya left Jiulong Ridge through the secret passage, guarded by Nian Qingqing personally. They also brought Zhuge Liang and Jing Feiyu with them, and along the way they also picked up Luo Hu, who was in retreat in the forbidden land.
Go all the way west via the border of the Xingluo Ancient Kingdom, wait in the Assault Kingdom to join the Four Judges and the Evil Dragon Troops, and then quickly head south while concealing their whereabouts.
Aelinda's soul body still exists in the dry tobacco pole, receiving the nourishment of the jade liquid inside.
She decided to follow Tang Yan back to the Yan Kingdom, but she never made it clear that she wanted to use Yan Yuhan's body.
Niya understood Alinda's position in Tang Yan's heart, and naturally accepted Alinda's appearance. She was also very grateful to this woman who sacrificed her life to save Tang Yan at that special moment.
Whenever Alinda was tired in space and came out to enjoy the outside world and environment, Niya always took the initiative to accompany her, introducing a series of events that had happened in the past eighteen years, and telling Tang Yan's growth and current situation.
but……
In private communication, Niya once made it clear: "As a mentor, you can sacrifice your life to save your students, I admire you; as a sister, you can sacrifice your life to save my husband, I am grateful to you."
A word of appreciation and a word of gratitude are full of too many meanings.
Too many special meanings.
But only the two women can understand the taste and meaning of it.
Ten days after Tang Yan and the others left, the Grand Judge and others sent a message to Jiulong Ridge, and all targets were locked. King Ma Yama and others all dispatched and also left the forbidden land along the secret road, but did not take away Dragon-eating Loach and Li Yi.
First of all, the dragon-eating loach needs better care, and Li Yi is not suitable for going out for strenuous activities at critical moments. Secondly, they stay and sit here, which can well cover up the fact that Ma Yanwang and others have withdrawn, and show some monsters from time to time.
The aura of the Holy Spirit may cause some confusion, making the envoys of the Holy Spirit Temple who are monitoring from a distance unclear about the situation.
Immediately after receiving the letter written by King Ma Yan, the royal family of Xingluo Ancient Kingdom once again issued a stern decree and clearly stated that it would target three aspects.
The first is all the branches of the Holy Spirit Temple in the ancient country, a total of thirty-six locations!
The order is, kill them all!
Feeling the anger of the royal family, the Shadow Force took the initiative to contact Northern Xinjiang Hou, Thirteen Kings, Beidou God of War, Gu Family Ancestor, Bach Ancestor, a total of five saints, and will go all out to eradicate the Holy Spirit Temple branch, leaving no trace behind!
The second is the families, manors, and chambers of commerce that have decided to form an alliance with the Holy Spirit Temple, a total of nine!
The order is to massacre and implicate the nine tribes!
Since these forces have made a decision, they should be responsible for their decision. They intend to betray the empire, and the empire does not need any mercy. They will be the most ruthless and decisive, and use the power of iron and blood to eliminate the ancient country!
The third is a force that has had close contacts with the Holy Spirit Temple, or is wavering, attacking thirteen places!
The order is, those who belong to the high-level, chop off their heads and hang them on the city gate! Those who belong to the middle-level, send them to the frontiers as slaves! Those who belong to the lower-level, escort them to prison until they rot to death!
In the words of the ancestors of the royal family, the empire does not lack these two or three semi-saints. Since they have hesitated before, the royal family will help you make a decision - be buried with them!
Once this operation is launched, it will involve 22 large-scale powerful families in the empire, and together with 72 affiliated subsidiaries, the list of people involved will reach more than 35,000 people, including seven semi-saint-level powerhouses!
It can be regarded as one of the largest bloodbaths in the history of the empire.
However, the Emperor was furious, the royal family was determined, and the assassin troops directly under his command personally took up the sword. The incident was already certain, and it was destined to cause a bloody storm, and no one could change it.
After receiving Li Xiangjun's report, the royal family of the Daqian Dynasty also issued an iron-blooded decree. Although not as strong and resolute as Xingluo, they also targeted the five main branches of the Holy Spirit Palace and their seven close allies. .
The Emperor Daqian also wrote a secret order—Execute!
The blood is strong and the killing intent is fierce.
Jiulongling set targets at five locations, two of which were the most important sub-temples where saints were stationed. King Ma Yama attacked one alone, and the three princes teamed up to attack one, with the intention of severely injuring or killing the saint. .
The remaining three places are handed over to the Grand Judge, the Second Judge and the Third Judge for execution respectively.
Their actions did not involve local forces and only raided the Holy Spirit Temple branch.
Jiulongling is both good and evil. They are used to killing people and stealing goods, and they are also good at conducting raids. As long as they are well prepared, they are sure to make the Holy Spirit Temple experience the pain of cutting out the flesh from the chest.
In mid-August of the 14th year of the Era, half a month after leaving Jiulong Ridge, Tang Yan crossed the Central Plains, passed the Green Sea Fortress, returned to the Canglan Ancient Land, and advanced toward the southern Yan Kingdom along the borders of various countries.
August 20, 14 AD, was an exciting and sensational day for the whole country of Yan. It was worthy of celebration by the whole country, worthy of praise by all the people, and even more worthy of the border garrison's efforts to stand tall and march towards the enemy's country with great pride. A good voice: "Who dares to invade my country, Yan!"
Because on this day, the Yaochi Holy Land, one of the three holy places in the Yan Kingdom, officially announced to the whole country that the Saint of Yaochi broke through the barriers and was officially promoted to the holy realm!
From today on, Yan State officially has two saints!
The Holy Land of Yaochi has always been friendly to the royal family, has no disputes with the world, and has never been involved in various forces. On the day when the saint was released from seclusion, it was clearly announced - to protect the empire!
This declaration inspires the people!!
The Canglan Ancient Land surrounds the entire Central Plains and is spread all over the Qitian Continent. There are more than 200 kingdoms and ten empires in total. It can be called an empire not only because of its vast territory, but more importantly because of its saints, and the Canglan Ancient Land Each of the ten major empires within the territory has only one saint.
The breakthrough of the Holy Maiden of Yaochi undoubtedly broke the pattern that had lasted for thousands of years in the ancient land of Canglan. From now on, the Yan Kingdom will have two saints sitting in charge, who can ensure the peace of the empire and the peace of the people, and the border of Yongzhen will be safe for thousands of years.
Her breakthrough and her announcement to protect the empire pushed Yan State towards the status of Canglan's first empire!
The emperor was excited and announced a general amnesty to the whole world. The whole world celebrated together. He personally prepared gifts and went up the mountain to congratulate the saint on her release from confinement.
The Great Witch Holy Land, the Heavenly Demon Holy Land, Han Yue Academy, and other forces in the empire, while shocked, did not hesitate to send out congratulatory messages as soon as possible, and led the main executives to prepare for the top congratulatory gifts and go to the Yaochi Holy Land. Go.
The former Great Witch Holy Land, the Heavenly Demon Holy Land, and the Yaochi Holy Land were also known as the three major holy places in the empire. They were equally powerful. Although the Yaochi Holy Land was independent of the world, it was still a top force, and some people had some conflicts with them.
But today...everything has been canceled!
There is a world of difference between semi-saint and holy realm!
The breakthrough of the Yaochi Saint has brought the Yaochi Holy Land to the top of the entire empire. Even after the death of the royal ancestor in the future, the Yaochi Saint will shoulder the heavy responsibility of protecting the entire empire.
One of her thoughts will determine the rise or fall of a force.
Especially now that the Holy Maiden of Yaochi is on good terms with the Royal Saint Ancestor, it is equivalent to firmly elevating the Royal Family and Yaochi to the highest level of the entire empire, overlooking the heroes from all sides.
In the face of absolute strength, all grudges are a joke, and all stubbornness is childish. Therefore, after receiving the news, all forces, including Prince Jing's Mansion, personally prepared gifts, left their respective forces, and rushed to the Yaochi Holy Land.
There is even news that the royal sage ancestor has taken up residence in the Yaochi Holy Land.
The gathering of the two saints triggered countless speculations.
Some people even suspected that this was an attempt to redefine the power structure of the empire.
If the influence of the previous royal family in the empire was not comprehensive, and some people had second thoughts, then now, I am afraid that they will clearly suppress their resentment in their hearts and never mention it, let alone make any disclosure.
Yaochi Holy Land!
Now the real holy land in the Yan Kingdom!
Hundreds of thousands of ordinary people spontaneously flocked to the mountains around Yaochi, burned incense, knelt down and cried with excitement.
Their thoughts are very simple, they only know that the 'intimacy' of the two saints will bring permanent well-being to the Yan country, and will keep them away from the threats of powerful countries, away from civil strife, and live a happy and stable life.
On August 22, the royal family of Yan State was the first to arrive at the Holy Land of Yaochi.
His Majesty the Emperor left his car, started from the first step of the Thousand-Zhang Holy Mountain, and climbed up the steps, taking steady steps.
This is not a loss of national prestige, but the emperor's gratitude to the Holy Maiden of Yaochi!
after all……
The saint has transcended the mundane world and is superior to all living beings.
If the Holy Maiden of Yaochi decides to leave the kingdom and exist independently, there is nothing he can do; if the Holy Maiden of Yaochi accepts recruitment from other countries, Yan will face life and death threats. If the Holy Maiden of Yaochi makes harsh demands to the royal family, he must comply.
And now...
The Holy Lady of Yaochi immediately declared to protect the empire without making any demands from the royal family. This was the greatest honor and face given to the emperor. He had reasons and must respond to the Holy Lady of Yaochi in the most respectful manner.
On this day, the entire Yaochi was covered in silver, countless cranes were dancing lightly, and countless flowers were flying all over the sky. All the disciples of Yaochi were moved to tears and were all dressed up to prepare for the imperial worship.
They are proud of the Saint and proud of themselves as disciples of Yaochi!
Buzz!!
The giant stone bell made a dull roar, echoing around the mountains for a long time.
One after another, crisp sounds spread towards the Holy Mountain, announcing the arrival of one strong high-level official after another.
"General Zhenguo's Mansion, Imperial Marshal Yan Zhengcheng, is here in person!!"
"Prince Jing's Mansion, ancestor Yan Xinghan, Prince Jing, are here in person!"
"Prince Hui's Mansion, Prince Hui, is here in person!"
"The Great Wizard Holy Land, the Great Wizard Saint, is here in person!"
"The Heavenly Demon Holy Land, the Heavenly Demon Ancestor, is here in person!"
"Hanyue Academy, President Hanyue Venerable, is here in person!"
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From the royal family to the sect, all the high-ranking figures in the empire personally arrived at the Qingfeng Mountains where the Yaochi Holy Land is located. They brought congratulatory gifts and also brought their own disciples and clansmen, all of whom were high-ranking figures.
It was as if this visit was regarded as the first comprehensive gathering of the empire.
Including strong people from all sides, including the younger generation.
All aspects demonstrate the noble status of Yaochi Holy Land and the respect of all parties for Yaochi Saint's declaration of "protecting the empire".
PS: The first update is here, the second update is expected to be released at 5 p.m.