The Strongest Mythical Emperor
Chapter 1545: Don’t Waste Time

Chapter 1545: Chapter 1545: Don’t Waste Time

Confucius’ disciple, Fang Lingsheng?

Qin Jun’s expression turned strange, and both Nvwa and Ran Min froze in place.

In the previous life, Confucius was a name of great renown. Even the esteemed Nvwa Empress paid attention to him, and the mortal emperor Ran Min had heard much of Confucius’ sagely doctrines.

"Confucius... Is it just a coincidence in naming..."

Ran Min muttered, his gaze involuntarily shifting to Nvwa. Since the Nvwa Empress had already appeared before his eyes in this life, the appearance of Confucius was no surprise.

Qin Jun once again closed his eyes. As for the path of Confucianism and how far it might progress, he remained uncertain. He only knew that Confucius’ loyalty to him was quite satisfactory.

As for Fang Lingsheng, he dismissed him outright.

If Fang Lingsheng truly possessed the capability to pass through countless checkpoints, he would not need to rally other beings.

The reason he gathered beings together was likely to use them as cannon fodder.

Though other beings understood this rationale, for those who lacked the strength to pass the checkpoints, it represented their last shred of hope.

After resting for approximately half an hour, Qin Jun and his two companions once more set forth.

On the Road of Ten Thousand Slaughters, cultivation powers could not be wielded, making physical endurance the key. Qin Jun fared well enough, but for Nvwa and Ran Min, the endless travel combined with ceaseless battles undoubtedly wore them down.

After another half-hour of progress, during which they slew dozens of beings along the way, they finally arrived at a checkpoint.

Here, tens of thousands of beings were gathered, blanketing the mountains and plains, all exuding an intense aura of strength.

The further the checkpoints, the fewer the beings encountered, and the stronger their capabilities.

The tens of thousands of beings at this checkpoint could rival the millions from the very first checkpoint.

The guardian of this checkpoint was a being clad in golden armor, spectral in nature, with no visible flesh—only the golden armor could be seen. It wielded a sword, a full three zhang in length, its blade as wide as a spear.

Floating in mid-air, the golden-armored guardian emitted a dazzling radiance, appearing like a shining golden sun in the midst of the night.

"Kill me! Only then can you advance to the next checkpoint!"

The golden-armored guardian roared, raising its sword high. Its voice reverberated like billions of thunderclaps, and the oppressive might of a Supreme Dao swept across the heavens and earth.

The tens of thousands of beings remained unfazed, all directing their attention toward a white-clad man at the forefront.

The man exuded a refined aura, his features handsome, yet an air of arrogance lingered between his brows. He carried himself as though he were the strongest under heaven, and though he tried to conceal this, it could still be felt.

This man was none other than Fang Lingsheng, Confucius’ disciple of Confucianism.

Gazing at the gathered beings, he declared, "This is your last chance. If you wish to follow me, I will lead you through to the next checkpoint. Otherwise, you must rely on yourselves."

Fang Lingsheng had a knack for handling situations. He refrained from threatening to kill those who refused to join him, thereby easing the tension among the beings.

"Should we join him or not?"

"Join him. Confucianism’s reputation for reliability is quite good."

"Confucius is a sage; surely his disciples possess commendable character."

"This is the Road of Ten Thousand Slaughters—mercy is rare here!"

"It’s better to proceed with caution."

The beings debated amongst themselves, and more than half of them eventually chose to join Fang Lingsheng’s group.

The smile on Fang Lingsheng’s face grew brighter as he gained control of more beings, ensuring he could travel further.

Suddenly, his attention shifted to a group of people climbing a hill on the eastern side, and his brows furrowed tightly.

"People from Heavenly Emperor Academy..."

Fang Lingsheng muttered under his breath, speaking with an underlying tone of irritation.

Long ago, the Heavenly Emperor Academy and Confucianism were allied, their founders once serving a mysterious Heavenly Emperor. However, as generations of disciples grew, their differing ideologies inevitably led to friction. If not for the suppression by Confucius and Qin Gongtian, the alliance would have already been shattered.

"Fang Lingsheng, how hypocritical can you be!"

A black-clad cultivator leading the Heavenly Emperor Academy group suddenly spoke, his voice carrying a mocking tone. His form stood tall and imposing like a peak; though less refined in appearance compared to Fang Lingsheng, his rugged and steadfast features exuded an undeniable charisma.

His appearance caused a considerable stir.

"Xuanyuan Wuji of Heavenly Emperor Academy!"

"Who is Xuanyuan Wuji?"

"A top-level genius from Heavenly Emperor Academy, rumored to have reached the Supreme Great Emperor level early on."

"Why has he come to the Road of Ten Thousand Slaughters? To protect other disciples from Heavenly Emperor Academy?"

All beings turned their attention to Xuanyuan Wuji.

The number of disciples from Heavenly Emperor Academy was already significant, highlighting Xuanyuan Wuji’s undeniable presence.

On another side, Qin Jun also noticed Xuanyuan Wuji and thought to himself, "This guy is strong, from Heavenly Emperor Academy? Looks like Qin Gongtian’s development fared well."

Qin Gongtian was one of the primordial Chaos beings who had taken form after hearing Qin Jun preach the Dao. Qin Jun had tasked him with founding Heavenly Emperor Academy, which had once counted disciples such as Huo Xundi and Ji Qiankun among its ranks.

Qin Jun had an impression of these Heavenly Emperor Academy disciples, having encountered them at earlier checkpoints. However, since they were too far away, he hadn’t bothered to exterminate them. Xuanyuan Wuji, however, had not appeared until now.

"Xuanyuan Wuji, stop provoking trouble!"

Fang Lingsheng spoke coldly, a murderous glint flashing in his eyes, clearly revealing their enmity.

The tens of thousands of beings hurriedly stepped aside, creating a space for Fang Lingsheng and Xuanyuan Wuji to stand off against each other.

The disciples following Xuanyuan Wuji also regarded Fang Lingsheng with disdainful expressions, which enraged Fang Lingsheng. He snorted, "Get out of my way!"

Xuanyuan Wuji, chewing on a stalk of grass, sneered and said, "Why should I? If anyone should move, it’s you. Don’t block our path to the checkpoint!"

"Trash is trash! All you know is to manipulate others into being your shields."

Xuanyuan Wuji’s words were full of provocation, showing no fear of Fang Lingsheng whatsoever.

Unlike other disciples of Heavenly Emperor Academy, Xuanyuan Wuji had spent hundreds of thousands of years here. Qin Gongtian had instructed him to assist new disciples within the Road of Ten Thousand Slaughters, which was one of the reasons the academy dared to send Heavenly Dao Holy Realm disciples to challenge the path.

Fang Lingsheng’s face darkened, but he dared not erupt in anger.

Just then, Qin Jun and his two companions approached, seeming to travel leisurely yet covering a hundred meters with each step, eventually arriving at the foot of the mountain. Qin Jun’s voice rang out: "Ready to face death?"

The words caused all beings to turn simultaneously toward him.

"It’s him..."

A female disciple from Heavenly Emperor Academy exclaimed in shock. From the very first few checkpoints, their paths had crossed. Qin Jun had left behind a string of legends, and his fearsome reputation as the Blazing Demon was seared into their memories.

Xuanyuan Wuji squinted as he observed Qin Jun, the sight of him bringing a sense of ease to Wuji’s mood.

"At mid-stage Supreme Mixed Hunyuan, he’s nothing to worry about."

Fang Lingsheng, too, had discerned Qin Jun’s cultivation level, and upon hearing Qin Jun’s words, he shifted his fury from Xuanyuan Wuji to Qin Jun, shouting, "You’re asking for death?"

Among the tens of thousands of beings here, there were plenty at the mid-stage Supreme Mixed Hunyuan level, and all stared at Qin Jun with peculiar expressions. Was this guy insane?

"All of you come at me at once. Stop wasting time!"

Qin Jun beckoned dismissively. Although Fang Lingsheng and Xuanyuan Wuji were formidable, he did not perceive them as insurmountable obstacles.

Mastering the power of four Daos, even the Supreme Great Emperor was beneath his notice.

However, since both Confucianism and Heavenly Emperor Academy were his creations, he did not intend to kill Fang Lingsheng or Xuanyuan Wuji—only the irrelevant beings nearby.

The tens of thousands were stunned, for they had never encountered someone so brazen within the Road of Ten Thousand Slaughters.