Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting with brother's wife and young sister Chapter 1065 - 531: Zhan Tian Is the Key!

Duke Yuan and Duke Qin traversed the Imperial Palace grounds.

The Dragon Guards on patrol offered respectful salutes as the two prominent figures passed, yet today, their acknowledgment was merely a brief nod.

In times past, a simple phrase like "You've worked hard" would invariably follow.

"His Majesty still refuses to deploy those individuals around him!"

Duke Yuan, who had been silent, finally broke his reserve.

"His Majesty has his own plans. As his ministers, we must show understanding."

Duke Qin's response carried a noticeable lack of sincerity.

Earlier, within Qixuan Hall, he had clearly attempted to involve Emperor Yu, but the Emperor showed no inclination to engage.

For now, all that could be done was to proceed one step at a time.

The ultimate result remained unknown, but he was resolute in his dedication to himself and Great Yu.

"Indeed!"

Duke Yuan suddenly halted, turning his gaze back towards Qixuan Hall. His eyes lingered for a moment before he softly remarked, "The Emperor's thoughts are truly difficult to comprehend!"

They then resumed their walk.

Duke Qin observed Duke Yuan's retreating figure, a deep sense of unease settling upon him.

"Sigh!"

He let out a heavy sigh. Throughout the history of Great Yu, such a predicament, bordering on being cornered, had never occurred.

"May Emperor Qin bless our Great Yu!"

....

Inside Qixuan Hall.

A figure abruptly exited Emperor Yu, vanishing into a spatial rift.

Glancing outwards at that very moment, he uttered, "Soon!"

On that very day!

Duke Yuan made his way to the entrance of the Blood Cry Realm.

Despite exerting his full strength, it took him slightly over half a day to reach his destination.

However, upon seeing him arrive alone, both Duke Liu and Zhan Tian displayed disappointment. Only the National Preceptor remained impassive.

"That's it?"

Zhan Tian could not help but inquire.

"That's it!"

"Damn it!"

Zhan Tian reacted instantly, letting out a curse, though the object of his ire was unclear.

"Very well, with Duke Yuan's arrival, the pressure should alleviate somewhat,"

The National Preceptor, seated upon the altar, spoke in a measured tone.

"Alleviate? To what end?"

"National Preceptor! Regardless of anything else, if that old entity appears, the Nine Heavens Star River Array must provide its full support to me. Otherwise, do not hold me accountable if I withdraw from this matter!"

With those words, he departed in a fury.

If he were not the Minister of the Three Judicial Departments of Great Yu, he would have fled this cursed place immediately.

Every second spent here was an agonizing ordeal for him.

"Zhan Tian..."

Duke Yuan called out, but...

"It's alright, he is currently under immense pressure. Just allow him to vent for a bit,"

Duke Liu, who typically found himself at odds with Zhan Tian, rarely offered explanations for him.

He then turned his attention to the National Preceptor, stating, "When the moment arrives, proceed as Zhan Tian has requested."

There was no other option; only Zhan Tian possessed the capability to confront that ancient Blood Race member.

Should the Nine Heavens Star River Array be employed to subdue the Blood Race, Zhan Tian would undoubtedly fall short in strength.

A choice had to be made between the two!

In his estimation, Zhan Tian represented the crucial factor in securing victory in this war.

Yet, to be entirely candid... he harbored no absolute certainty.

"Hmm!"

The National Preceptor gave a slight nod, indicating his concurrence with this assessment.

"Since a decision has been reached, I shall personally handle the task of elimination."

"It has been far too long since I last indulged in a full-scale slaughter."

"Hopefully, there will be some worthwhile spoils this time around!"

As Duke Yuan spoke, his Spiritual Power began to surge uncontrollably, his innate killing intent leaking out.

Beside him, Duke Liu observed, a hint of hesitation in his expression.

The Path of Slaughter... whether it involved ending the lives of others or facing his own demise, perhaps this confrontation would offer clarity.

...

As time wore on.

The Blood Race persisted with their relentless assaults, but the presence of their patriarch ceased to appear.

This ominous silence cast a grim shadow over the eminent figures of Great Yu within the Blood Cry Realm.

The implication was singular and dire: he was on the precipice of full awakening.

There was no longer any temporal leeway to address matters on this front.

Meanwhile, in the secluded depths of the Hidden Forest Abyss!

Chen Xuan had arranged a spread of fruits and brought out the wine meticulously brewed by Lan Yanlin.

The simple, dark wooden table was laden with an abundance of provisions.

Tomorrow!

Qingsui was slated to enter the Celestial Eye Forest.

Chen Xuan gazed into the encroaching darkness outside; Qingsui had yet to make an appearance.

"Could it be that he won't come?"

His absence would be a significant misfortune.

"Hahaha..."

Just then, a familiar burst of laughter echoed, and Chen Xuan's lips curved upward in a slight smile. At last, he had arrived.

Aware of Chen Xuan's preference for the wine brewed by Lan Yanlin,

Qingsui entered the chamber, stating, "My apologies, I find myself slightly delayed!"

"I had begun to think you weren't going to show up,"

Chen Xuan jested.

"When you bring out that exquisite wine you brewed, how could I possibly miss it?"

With that, he sat down without ceremony, immediately pouring a drink and raising it to his lips.

"Exquisite!"

He exclaimed after taking a hearty swallow. Ever since his first taste of Lan Yanlin's crafted brew, he had become utterly captivated, even bordering on addiction.

That intense, exhilarating sensation sent a jolt coursing through his entire being.

"You're welcome to enjoy it to your heart's content today!"

"It's all yours!"

Chen Xuan gestured, pushing all five wine pots from the table towards Qingsui.

"Really?!"

"Then I won't hold back."

Upon entering and noticing the five pots of wine, his joy was palpable.

With excitement, he grabbed a green fruit, popped it into his mouth, and then took a large swig of wine.

"So satisfying!"

Qingsui cradled the wine pot, his eyes narrowing slightly, embodying the perfect picture of someone basking in drunken bliss.

"Is it worth it?"

Chen Xuan mused internally. He had taken a small sip of the wine earlier, finding it rather unremarkable and certainly not to his taste.

"By the way, I heard that entering the Celestial Eye Forest for a second time brings about a different experience?"

"Brother Qingsui, could you enlighten me?"

Qingsui’s eyes snapped open, regarding him with a hint of suspicion.

Noticing this, Chen Xuan quickly offered a smile, "Just curious. You know it's impossible for me to enter the Celestial Eye Forest again. You're the most talented person I know, so I asked out of pure curiosity."

"If you can't say, then never mind!"

Upon hearing this, Qingsui set down the wine pot. He figured there was no harm in sharing, especially since he couldn't enter again himself anyway.