The City’s Strongest Son-in-law Chapter 1440 - 1439: The Power of Heavenly Punishment

"That old fellow only knows how to seek comfort; there’s not a shred of ambition left in him. The Situ Family under his leadership will meet its end sooner or later, but with me here, I can surely lead the family to see better scenery." Situ Feng said with disdain.

He has always looked down on Situ Yuan, despite him being his grandfather, and the two sharing a blood relationship. However, to Situ Feng, such a relationship holds no meaning at all.

Situ Yuan’s reason for nurturing him was only to find a suitable heir for the Situ Family, but after he obtained the Fate Fruit, he couldn’t control his greed.

Actually, Situ Feng is well aware that Situ Yuan has always been using him; the familial bond means nothing to him. Thus, as a seemingly obedient grandson, he naturally has to plan early for himself.

"It is not wrong for you to think so; as the Situ Family develops, it will increasingly be feared by the Emperor. If plans aren’t made early, it’ll follow the same path as the Qiutang Clan. It’s just uncertain whether Su Changfeng has that great ability." Zhou Hongyun commented.

Currently, he’s already boarded the same boat as Su Changfeng; if Su Changfeng eventually fails, he won’t have a good ending either. Hence, he hopes that Su Changfeng succeeds in reaching the end.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Su Changfeng and You Meng, who have successfully forged a contract, once again left the Changfeng Sect.

After all, Wang Junyi and Baili Luoyuan are still trapped in Chenguang Hall. Su Changfeng definitely needs to go to Chenguang Hall again, but this time won’t be as smooth as before.

Su Changfeng killed the elder arranged by the Emperor in the Changfeng Sect. When he goes there this time, the Emperor will surely inquire about the matter. If Su Changfeng cannot provide a reasonable explanation, a battle between them is inevitable.

"How are you going to explain to the Emperor about killing his man?" You Meng asked, looking at Su Changfeng.

In her heart, Su Changfeng’s action seemed impulsive. Regardless of the circumstances, those people were sent by the Emperor, and killing them without considering the consequences clearly showed disregard for the Emperor.

With the Emperor being the foremost in Xingluo, how could he tolerate such humiliation? If he pursues it, Su Changfeng will have huge trouble.

"What’s inside Chenguang Hall that makes the Emperor so powerful?" Su Changfeng asked You Meng.

In fact, this question has always intrigued many Primordial Masters, yet unfortunately, no one has ever learned the reason behind it.

"If I knew, would I still hide it from you? After all, I’m now your puppet. If anything happens to you, what good could come of it for me? But based on my speculation, this secret is likely related to past Emperors, a special kind of empowerment that could enhance his power multiple times in a short period." You Meng explained.

Multiple times the power?

Given the Emperor’s current strength, if he can increase it multiple times, does it mean he can reach the Holy Spirit Realm?

"Are you saying he might possess the strength of the Holy Spirit Realm?" Su Changfeng asked.

You Meng nodded and said, "Probably, otherwise how could he suppress the Primordial Masters? But given your current strength, you probably don’t have to worry—you are already a Holy Spirit Expert, even if you can’t defeat him, you should be able to fight him to a draw."

Su Changfeng bitterly smiled. If it’s truly as You Meng said, he isn’t sure if he can fight the Emperor to a draw because he is, after all, just a Pseudo-Saint Spirit Expert.

However, whether the Emperor truly possesses the strength of the Holy Spirit Realm remains unknown to them.

In fact, Su Changfeng doesn’t need to overly worry about facing the Emperor in combat. The Emperor has his trump card, and so does he.

The injuries of the White Jade Python have mostly healed; with its strength, it should be able to offer considerable assistance to Su Changfeng.

Thinking of this, Su Changfeng instinctively touched his arm. With this little fellow around, he felt somewhat more assured.

"By the way, rumor has it that breaking through to the Holy Spirit Realm brings Heavenly Punishment. Is the power of Heavenly Punishment very great?" Su Changfeng asked.

According to legend, Heavenly Punishment does exist; after all, becoming a Holy Spirit Expert requires true refinement and transformation.

You Meng previously put much faith in this saying but is now uncertain because when Su Changfeng reached the Holy Spirit Realm, there was no Heavenly Punishment.

"Had I not known you, I would surely believe this saying, but you encountered no Heavenly Punishment during your breakthrough to the Holy Spirit Realm, so I’m not sure if this legend is true." You Meng replied.

Su Changfeng fully understood why he hadn’t brought about Heavenly Punishment. After all, he wasn’t a genuine Holy Spirit Expert yet, even though he currently possesses the ability to contend with Holy Spirit Experts, only due to the reinforcement of ancient remains.

Because those are the remains of an ancient master, the energy left within can temporarily boost Su Changfeng’s strength.

"Actually, I’m still not considered a genuine Holy Spirit Realm." Su Changfeng said.

"How could that be?" You Meng frowned at Su Changfeng. Could someone not of the Holy Spirit Realm easily kill the Primordial Master Yu Changfeng? Then how formidable is the true Holy Spirit Realm?

"Indeed, perhaps it’s due to this that Heavenly Punishment hasn’t descended as expected." Su Changfeng stated.

Su Changfeng’s tone seemed tinged with bitterness and helplessness, making You Meng feel peculiar. Hearing Su Changfeng, he appeared desirous for the descent of Heavenly Punishment; what for, though?

It should be understood that Heavenly Punishment is not easy to overcome; a slight mishap causes death. Although You Meng desires to break into the Holy Spirit Realm, she fears Heavenly Punishment.

Therefore, it’s incomprehensible that someone wishes for Heavenly Punishment to descend.

"Do you want to know what Heavenly Punishment is like or truly wish for it to arrive?" You Meng asked, puzzled.

"I wish for the arrival of Heavenly Punishment." Su Changfeng replied.

Upon hearing this, You Meng grew more curious, suspecting Su Changfeng might be muddled. Would a normal person have such a clearly suicidal thought?

"However, it’s said Heavenly Punishment is extremely perilous; ordinary cultivators facing it may instantly vanish, and those transcending tribulation may perish because of it." You Meng explained.

"I understand completely, so I hope Heavenly Punishment can be more formidable." Su Changfeng said, yet this statement left You Meng even more unable to comprehend.

Despite living these years, You Meng felt she’d seen many things and believed herself quite intelligent. Yet, after hearing Su Changfeng, she only felt bewildered, completely unable to grasp Su Changfeng’s meaning.

"What do you mean? Even if you don’t wish to live, there’s no need to die under Heavenly Punishment, right?" You Meng replied helplessly.

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