The First Demon of the Chan Sect
Chapter 431 - 119 The Nine Heavens Mystic Lady Descends to the Mortal World

Chapter 431: Chapter 119 The Nine Heavens Mystic Lady Descends to the Mortal World

Once again, the two torrents composed entirely of the Human Clan clashed on the Banquan Plain, remaining deadlocked for three days and three nights, yet still no victor had emerged.

Emperor Xuan Yuan and Emperor Yan had both become bloodshot-eyed, striking out without any semblance of strategy. Even their various tribes were reddened in the eyes, completely eroded by the Evil Qi, fighting in chaotic skirmishes, roaring in rage.

Seeing that continuing the battle would reap no Merit, after all, Emperor Xuan Yuan was still but a novice in Deceit, his understanding barely scratching the surface. Rushed combat like this would not turn the tides in his favor.

"Sound the retreat, withdraw the troops!" Emperor Xuan Yuan swept away Emperor Yan’s long knife with his spear, spurred the Exotic Beast beneath him to leap backwards, and suddenly roared aloud.

"Wuuu..."

The clarion call of the horn echoed through the Nine Heavens, and various factions from Chen Capital promptly ceased their actions, withdrawing cautiously.

Meanwhile, under Emperor Yan’s orders, the various tribes of Northern Continent also retreated back across the opposite side of Wei River.

"Ji Xuan Yuan, with the three-year term nearing its end, if you fail to devise a strategy, prepare to abdicate in favor of the capable!" Emperor Yan laughed heartily, his majestic figure atop the Exotic Beast, his Blood Qi surging towards the sky.

Emperor Xuan Yuan’s expression was a cold calm, his tone grave: "Emperor Yan, you should worry about how you will conquer the Jiuli Tribe for Us."

"Hmph, a dying duck’s last quack! Back to camp!" Emperor Yan skulked off with a cold laugh, leading his affiliated Human Clan towards the Lie Mountain Tribe.

At the Chen Capital Camp.

Having just returned to camp, Emperor Xuan Yuan had already removed his beast skin armor. He now sat quietly in the Central Army Tent, wearing a bright yellow robe. The Civil Ministers and Military Generals below him, each one with a gloomy face, wore all their emotions openly.

"Your Majesty, this Emperor Yan is far too arrogant!" Yu, to the right, broke the silence, his fresh face still tinged with anger.

"What Yu says is right! Now, Emperor Yan has held the Northern Continent for over two years, and the people of the other continents are questioning Chen Capital’s leadership. If he manages to hold firm for three years unbeaten, Chen Capital will surely lose its majesty in the eyes of the Human Clan, and the disintegration of the Four Great Continents is but in sight!" The white-robed Luo He chimed in, his voice tinged with anxiety.

Emperor Xuan Yuan’s face was cool, but at this moment, he revealed a hint of a smile and waved his hand: "Do not worry! Just grant Us a little more time, and Emperor Yan will bow his head in submission!"

In the Palace of the Polestar, Pingyu Jia Yitian.

Hao Tian sat aloft on the dragon-carved throne, with Civil Ministers and Military Generals arrayed on either side; an awe-inspiring imperial aura spread throughout the grand hall.

"Hearing that in the Lower Realm, the son of Earth Emperor Shennong named Emperor Yan has defected from the Human Clan and declared himself! Emperor Xuan Yuan and Emperor Yan have set a term of three years." Hao Tian paused and continued, "If within three years, Emperor Xuan Yuan conquers Northern Continent, Emperor Yan will submit and fight for him; if within three years, Emperor Xuan Yuan does not conquer Northern Continent, he will cede the throne to a worthy minister! Is this true?"

"Is it?"

"I’ve heard of this too."

"This Emperor Yan is truly treasonous..."

Just as Hao Tian finished speaking, the Palace of the Polestar erupted into a bustling marketplace, the assembly of Ministers and Generals buzzing with whispers, descending into chaos.

"Hmm?" Seeing his ministers lose their composure, Hao Tian snorted coldly. A peerless majesty instantly pressed down upon them.

Everyone then remembered they were in the Palace of the Polestar and fell silent.

Beidou, revealed in his transformed form as the Main Star of the Big Dipper, knew Emperor Xuan Yuan, who was of the Tianshu Star, inside out.

He leisurely stepped forward, stroking his chin whiskers, and with a cupped fist salute said: "To report to Your Majesty, what you have mentioned just now is indeed true. With the three-year term approaching, Emperor Xuan Yuan has yet to achieve anything, and must be racked with anxiety now!"

Hao Tian perked up with interest and inquired: "Oh? Seems like this Emperor Xuan Yuan is destined to abdicate?"

"Not necessarily!" Beidou shook his head and said: "This Emperor Xuan Yuan is a disciple of Shangqing Lingbao Dao Venerable. Moreover, not long ago, he visited Penglai Immortal Island. Although I am unsure of what favors he received from Emperor Gouchen, being an Emperor chosen by Emperor Gouchen himself, surely he must possess extraordinary capabilities!"

"To think there’s such a matter!" Hao Tian trembled with excitement, rising from his seat. Thousands of thoughts raced through his mind, "Anything related to Daoist Brother Qingming turns even bad fortune to good. It seems I must get involved as well!"

As if capturing Hao Tian’s intention, Beidou slyly smiled and said: "Your Majesty! Emperor Xuan Yuan is the rightful Human Emperor, chosen by Emperor Gouchen. Although Emperor Yan is a son of Earth Emperor Shennong, he is of rebellious stock. Since our Heavenly Court has friendly ties with the Human Clan, why not send down a virtuous being to assist Emperor Xuan Yuan in the mortal world?"

Hao Tian laughed heartily: "Haha, your words align perfectly with my intention!"

Just at this moment, with Hao Tian’s heart stirred, he strode down from the dragon-carved throne, saying: "My dear ministers, follow me to South Heavenly Gate, we have an honored guest visiting, and must not be negligent!"

The ministers were startled, thinking, "In all the years the Jade Emperor has reigned, when has he ever personally welcomed a guest at South Heavenly Gate? Who has arrived that compels Hao Tian to greet them in person?"

Outside the South Heavenly Gate, the ministers looked at one another with suspicion, puzzled by Hao Tian’s actions. However, their doubts were soon thoroughly dispelled by the newcomer.

In the distant horizon, a young man dressed in a dark blue Daoist robe rode upon a Flying Bear, his demeanor lazy, his every move replete with natural grace and full of the essence of the Dao.

"Hao Tian respectfully welcomes Brother Qingming!" Tremors of awe flickered through Hao Tian’s eyes as he greeted with a deep bow.

The court officials also set aside their doubts and saluted in unison, "We respectfully welcome Your Majesty, the Heavenly Emperor from Gouchen Upper Palace!"

Li Qingming patted Xiong Da’s head and raised his voice, "No need for such formalities, Fellow Daoists!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" The court officials rose to their feet, expressing their gratitude.

Hao Tian approached with a smile, saying, "Brother, it’s been a long time since you last visited the Heavenly Court!"

Li Qingming chuckled, "As long as you are here to manage the Heavenly Court, why, isn’t each of the Six Emperors already busy with endless affairs?"

"Haha!" Hao Tian rolled his eyes helplessly, cursing Li Qingming for his shamelessness in his heart.

"Well then, I have other matters to attend to shortly, so let’s make this quick," said Li Qingming as he entered the Palace of the Polestar with Hao Tian. Without even taking a sip of tea, he got straight to the point, "The never-ending internal strife within the Human Clan in the Lower Realm goes against the Heavenly Dao. Hao Tian, you must quickly dispatch a capable official to the Lower Realm to assist Xuanyuan in quelling the chaos among the Human Clan!"

Upon hearing this, Hao Tian said, "Brother, your thoughts coincide exactly with mine. However, with millions of individuals in the Heavenly Court above the Da Luo Realm, choosing the right one to send down poses a challenge!"

As if he had already anticipated the problem, Li Qingming immediately proposed, "I heard that under the guidance of your disciple from the Turquoise Pool, there is an extraordinary woman who transformed from the Nine Heavens Colored Cloud. Her talents reach the skies, and in just over a thousand years, she has cultivated to the late stage of the Daluo Golden Immortal. Moreover, she is quick-witted and proficient in the art of Deceit Formation, as well as the Yin Yang Path. Why not send her to assist Xuanyuan in the Lower Realm?"

Hao Tian was taken aback and hesitantly asked after a long pause, "Bro, is there no one else suitable?"

Li Qingming looked at Hao Tian teasingly and said, "What? You and her..."

Hao Tian was extremely embarrassed and explained, "What are you saying, Brother! This Xuan Nu is a disciple of Yaochi and has been exceptionally intelligent since childhood. Both Yaochi and I treat her as our own child. I was thinking, although Xuan Nu has high cultivation, she is not accustomed to strife. Should any mishap occur..."

Li Qingming burst into laughter, "Hao Tian! This is a golden opportunity for Xuan Nu. Not only can she find an excellent suitor, but she can also break through her current realm and achieve the status of a Quasi-Saint!"

"Really?" Hao Tian’s eyes brightened as he asked.

Li Qingming responded with a question, "Do you think I would lie to you?"

"Fine!" After a moment of silence, Hao Tian bit the bullet and ordered, "Beidou, summon the Nine Heavens Mystic Lady to the Heavenly Secret Vault to select two Spiritual Treasures, and then rush to the Lower Realm to aid Xuanyuan in settling the Human Clan’s rebellion, without fail!"

"By your command!" The elder Beidou stepped forward from the crowd, hastily bowed to take the order, and departed.

Li Qingming nodded slightly, "Hao Tian, I have other urgent matters, so I shall take my leave now!"

"Brother, you have not visited the Heavenly Court for many years; can’t you stay a little longer?" Hao Tian quickly tried to detain him.

"Next time, next time, I will make sure you join me for a good few drinks!" Li Qingming got up, mounted Xiong Da, and drifted away.

On the plain of Banquan, in the great camp of Chen Capital.

As Xuanyuan and his court were discussing the gains and losses of the recent battle, sudden powerful mana fluctuations were felt in the sky.

As the master of the Tribute Pavilion, Yun Hu’s first thought was to protect Xuanyuan. Almost instantly, Yun Hu dashed in front of Xuanyuan, fully on guard.

However, Xuanyuan pushed Yun Hu aside and strolled out of the tent.

Above them, the sky was illuminated with the glow of the Nine Heavens, and a fragrant scent wafted closer from the distance. A stunning woman slowly descended from the sky, wearing a Nine Dragon Phoenix Bun, a golden silk red dress with a Lantian Jade Belt trailing her gown, and holding a White Jade Tablet that highlighted her colored sleeves. Her lotus-like face was naturally framed by cloud-like brows, and her cherry-red lips perfectly complemented her snow-white figure.

Xuanyuan was mesmerized. Although he had dozens of consorts, when had he ever seen a woman with such beauty and temperament?

Still, Xuanyuan was a strong-willed ruler and quickly approached the descending Heavenly Girl to greet her, "Human Emperor Xuanyuan greets the Daoist. May I inquire where you come from, and what brings you to my camp in Chen Capital?"

The Nine Heavens Mystic Lady looked serenely at the handsome youth before her and reciprocated with a greeting, "Nine Heavens Mystic Lady, servant of the Yaochi Golden Mother, meets the Emperor of Humans!"

Xuanyuan found it strange and thought, "Hao Tian, the ruler of the Heavenly Court, has never before interacted with me. What is he planning?"

Just then, the Nine Heavens Mystic Lady pulled out a yellow silk cloth from her sleeve and declared, "Emperor Xuan Yuan, receive the decree!"

With Hao Tian being the ruler of the Heavenly Court and also overseeing All Heavens and Myriads of Worlds, and Xuanyuan being just the shared leader of the Human Clan, their standings were naturally incomparable. For the Nine Heavens Mystic Lady to order Emperor Xuan Yuan to receive the decree was entirely proper.

However, once Xuanyuan achieved the Emperor’s position, his status would become equal to that of Hao Tian; Hao Tian would not dare to act so imperiously.

Xuanyuan knelt down promptly, responding, "Xuanyuan receives the decree!"

"Jade Emperor’s decree states: The Human Clan is in civil war, making my heart as the ruler of All Heavens and Myriads of Worlds uneasy. Xuanyuan, appointed by Emperor Gouchen, belongs to the rightful Human Emperor lineage. Therefore, I send the Nine Heavens Mystic Lady to assist Emperor Xuan Yuan in suppressing the rebellion. I hope that Xuanyuan will soon unify the Human Clan within the cosmos and establish the order of great governance! This is the decree!"

Xuanyuan immediately stepped forward to respectfully accept the silk cloth, saying, "Many thanks to Hao Tian Heavenly Venerate!" (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to cast your recommendation and monthly votes on Qidian (qidian.com). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to continue reading.)