Unstoppable Martial Arts: Starting with brother's wife and young sister Chapter 994 512, 513: I Feel Sorry for Them!

At the bottom of a lake!

Chen Xuan found himself back in the Primordial Realm for the very first time within this area.

"Hm?"

He observed the rabbit, its aura indicating a sense of unrest, and mused, "Is it on the verge of a breakthrough?"

"No wonder!"

It had been half a month since his return, and the being hadn't reached out, indicating it was deep in cultivation.

Then, with a slight upward glance, he noticed the Spiritual Liquid positioned on a branch.

"Are you nearly finished?"

From its perch on the branch, the Spiritual Liquid slowly opened its eyes. A soft white light then descended, approaching Chen Xuan. "Just a tiny bit more. Could you allow me to cultivate a little longer?"

The aura emanating from Xiaoyuan was exceptionally pure and ancient, enabling it to recover more rapidly here than even within the Stone Race's Sacred Land.

This accelerated its recovery, making it feel quite content.

With sufficient time, advancing further was a distinct possibility.

"We can discuss this later!"

Chen Xuan decisively declined. With a simple gesture, he absorbed it. In an instant, the Spiritual Liquid transformed back into a white light and returned to his Dantian.

"Ah!"

Within the Dantian, the Spiritual Liquid let out a sigh. Despite anticipating this outcome, a sense of regret lingered.

"Help me unblock all my apertures, and then you can remain here."

"Really?"

The Spiritual Liquid's voice was filled with elation.

"Absolutely!"

"Boom..."

The Spiritual Liquid immediately complied. Rings of white mist dispersed, swiftly penetrating the jade bones.

Chen Xuan's lips curved slightly. Well-behaved children were always the best.

He then looked upwards. "I'm departing now. Rabbit, keep a vigilant watch. If any issues arise, contact me immediately."

"Understood!"

Xiaoyuan's voice responded. It and Chen Xuan were intrinsically linked; even if he ventured beyond the Primordial Realm, communication remained possible.

....

The Imperial City!

Chen Xuan arrived once more at the Three Judicial Departments.

Inside the main hall, Cai Kun hurried in, exclaiming, "My apologies, things have been incredibly hectic lately!"

"No worries, it was my oversight to arrive so unannounced."

Chen Xuan chuckled, then inquired, "Are Elder Zhan and Xiaoqi in seclusion on the tenth layer once more?"

"Indeed, Elder Zhan commenced his seclusion immediately after escorting Xiaoqi back from the Star Hall."

"Xiaoqi's innate talent is truly exceptional. Both his Spiritual and Martial Cultivations have reached the second level. It's estimated he'll be nearing the third level upon emerging."

Cai Kun was also thoroughly astonished by Xiaoqi's capabilities.

He had encountered prodigies before, and the Imperial City certainly possessed its share of gifted individuals. Yet, when compared to Xiaoqi, these others seemed utterly unremarkable.

Something Zhan Tian had uttered that day had profoundly impacted his perspective and lingered in his mind.

Genius?

Worthless!

It was merely the starting point to even be considered alongside Xiaoqi!

With that single statement, the established geniuses of the Imperial City were utterly devalued.

It was evident that Xiaoqi held immense significance in Zhan Tian's eyes.

"Haha!"

Chen Xuan erupted in joyous laughter, though Xiaoqi's prowess did not come as a surprise to him.

This was only to be expected!

But to be in seclusion... what was he to do?

Chen Xuan's brow creased slightly.

"Do you have pressing matters?"

"If it's of urgency, I can arrange for Elder Zhan to be contacted."

Due to Liu Sheng's prior visit to the Stone Cave, Zhan Tian had specifically instructed Cai Kun during this period of seclusion: if a critical issue arose, he was permitted to make contact.

"There's no need, I'll await Elder Zhan's emergence from seclusion!"

Chen Xuan contemplated the situation and resolved to wait. After all, disrupting a cultivation retreat could invite unforeseen consequences.

While his own business was significant, it wasn't critically urgent.

It could afford to wait!

"Very well!"

Cai Kun nodded. Regardless, he had conveyed the message. Any further developments were beyond his purview.

He then engaged Cai Kun in conversation about any recent major developments. Upon hearing that Great Yu was mobilizing its forces, Chen Xuan inquired, "Is a war imminent somewhere?"

"You aren't aware?"

Cai Kun regarded him with evident surprise.

"What is it?"

Chen Xuan appeared somewhat bewildered. He had deliberately isolated himself from external affairs since returning to the Primordial Realm, dedicating all his focus to the third aperture. How could he possibly know!

"The Stone Cave!"

"Great Yu intends to completely subjugate the Stone Cave!"

Cai Kun, sensing Chen Xuan's genuine lack of awareness, promptly disclosed the crucial information.

Great Yu staging an offensive against the Stone Cave?!

Chen Xuan raised an eyebrow. Back at the Nineteenth Prince's residence that day, neither Liu Sheng nor himself had shown any inclination towards provoking the Stone Race.

Especially with Li Mu still stationed there.

Though only operating at the Late Stage of the Eighth Layer within the Dao Tier, Chen Xuan held no doubt that Li Mu could unleash peak combat prowess.

As a Spirit Cultivator at the Eighth Layer's Apex, combined with the strategic deployment of arrays, his strength undoubtedly surpassed that of a Martial Cultivator at the Eighth Layer's Peak!

Furthermore, the Stone Race had merely lost two ancestors, and several members of their Royal Family were taken captive. The majority of their formidable strength remained intact.

Even the complete eradication of the Stone Race would present a considerable challenge for Great Yu.

"Was this suggested by the Chief Eunuch?"

Chen Xuan inquired.

"No, it was Duke Yuan!"

"It is said..."

Cai Kun then lowered his voice, leaning forward conspiratorially. "On that day at the Qixuan Hall, besides Elder Zhan, the Three Dukes and the Chief Eunuch were all in attendance. Regarding this matter, Duke Yuan and the Chief Eunuch engaged in a fierce debate. The Chief Eunuch was opposed, but Duke Yuan insisted on seizing the opportunity to annihilate the Stone Race."

"They argued the entire day, almost coming to blows!"

"Ultimately, the Dukes reached a unanimous decision!"

"Consequently, His Majesty also gave his consent."

"I must warn you, if you head to the Ritual Department, exercise extreme caution. The Chief Eunuch has been exceptionally irritable lately, and many have already faced his wrath during this period."

"Mm!"

Chen Xuan gave a slight nod.

The Three Dukes stood united. Duke Yuan, advocating for war, must have conferred with the other two. Zhan Tian was absent, leaving Liu Sheng powerless to object alone.

"Ah, brother, you have no idea!"

Cai Kun then leaned back in his chair, his expression etched with fatigue. "This time, for the Stone Race operation, they mobilized more than half of the Imperial Army. Nearly all the Golden Garments from the Three Judicial Departments were requisitioned, and even half of the White Garments were deployed."

"Currently, the Three Judicial Departments are severely understaffed. I haven't dared to sleep soundly for days!"