The Strongest Mythical Emperor
Chapter 250

Chapter 250: 250

"Your Highness... defying the ancestral wishes may not be wise..." Jia Xun hesitated to speak, knowing his words would have little effect, yet the traditionalist in him couldn’t help but voice his concerns.

Qin Jun waved his hand and said, "Do you desire the Qianyue Kingdom, or would you prefer a more prosperous new kingdom? Or perhaps even an Imperial Dynasty?"

Those words extinguished the dissatisfaction in Jia Xun’s heart and instead accelerated his heartbeat.

An Imperial Dynasty held an unimaginable allure for him!

The difference between being a Grand Preceptor in a kingdom and an Imperial Dynasty was like that between the clouds and the mud!

Qin Jun shook his head with a smile, then closed his eyes to enter a state of cultivation, with the little Torch Dragon snoring as it slept on his back, leaning against his shoulder, plunging everything into tranquility.

Time hurried past, and the various kingdoms were plunged into turmoil.

Under Zhang Jue’s rule, the Canglan Kingdom swiftly integrated, with its people and all walks of life returning to normal developmental tracks. Even statues of Qin Jun were being erected in various cities to venerate him among the populace.

Initially, the people were somewhat resistant, but after finding that their lives weren’t greatly affected—indeed, they even gained several benefits and saw a reduction in taxes—their hearts began to align with Qin Jun.

Of course, all this was instigated by Qin Jun and executed by Zhang Jue.

On the other hand, the Black Dragon Kingdom, with its emperor assassinated, saw power-hungry factions rise up in rebellion, plunging it into a chaotic age of warring lords.

The other kingdoms that were not entangled in these events were also keeping a watchful eye on the Qianyue Kingdom and Canglan Kingdom. Unknowingly, Qianyue Kingdom had become an outlier among the kingdoms, even more fearsome than the Nanzhuo Dynasty because of Qin Jun’s presence.

...

In Qianyue Kingdom, within the main hall of the royal palace.

"Big brother, second brother, I advise you to behave and not harbor any crooked thoughts!"

Qin Yun, clad in the golden robes of a prince, sneered. Standing before him were the eldest prince, Qin Long, and the second prince, Qin Lie, with various officials of the royal city standing on both sides of the hall, including Shen Yan, the palace’s steward, who was also present.

The rotund second prince, Qin Lie, laughed and said, "With Qin Jun in Canglan Kingdom, why bother to come back and fight for the throne with us?"

"Exactly. I should have been the Crown Prince, and it is only natural that I should succeed to the throne," the tall and handsome eldest prince, Qin Long, said with a calm smile, giving off an impression of resourceful planning.

Qin Yun couldn’t help but frown as he looked at him, speaking in a deep voice, "Big brother, you’ve been away from the kingdom for years, and even once declared you did not wish to be the Crown Prince. Why have you come back now?"

If it hadn’t been for Qin Long’s pursuit of the Immortal Realm leading him away, the Fifth Prince, Qin Yu, would never have had the chance to take power.

At twenty-five, Qin Long was no longer the youth that Qin Yu could rival.

"I have my own plans," Qin Long said with a smile, his smile imparting a spring-like warmth that made Shen Yan, who was not far off, inwardly sigh.

The Qian Emperor had always favored Qin Long, but unfortunately, that fellow had always been a cultivation fanatic, disinterested in court politics.

Now, he had returned after the Qian Emperor’s death and even declared his intention to be Emperor. Could there be something fishy going on?

Shen Yan frowned at the thought; he didn’t believe Qin Long could be that foolish. Now, who didn’t know of Qin Jun’s name? For Qin Long to return and fight for the throne was tantamount to suicide!

Or did Qin Long possess a backer fearless of Qin Jun?

Shen Yan, who had held power in the palace for decades, sensed the scent of conspiracy. However, he wanted no part in the struggle for the throne. Preserving one’s integrity and staying out of trouble was the Righteous Dao.

"In three days, we will have the ascension ceremony!"

Qin Long turned and spoke with an undeniable tone, angering Qin Yun to the point of clenching his fists. But all he could do was pray for Qin Jun to return quickly.

"My third brother has many strongmen under his command. Big brother, do you realize you are courting death?" Qin Yun took a deep breath and shouted sternly.

Qin Long turned back and looked at him mockingly, speaking in a profound tone, "You think I don’t know that?"

With that statement, both Qin Yun and Shen Yan were taken aback.

...

Under the scorching sun, over a desolate plain, a large army moved swiftly forward, with tens of thousands of steeds thundering across the land, causing the earth to tremble violently.

Qin Jun, seated on the command chariot, was practicing his spear technique when suddenly, a system notification chimed:

"Ding! Your monthly opportunity to summon a God and Demon has arrived. Do you wish to use it?"

Qin Jun was momentarily stunned. Had a month already passed?

It had been eight days since he left Yuguan City, and he was getting progressively closer to the royal city.

With the first-time bonus of subduing a Divine Beast for the God and Demon summoning opportunity, he now effectively had two chances.

"Should I summon?"

Qin Jun paused in thought and said, while the little Torch Dragon lying on his back asked in a milky voice, "What is summoning?"

Over eight days, the little Torch Dragon had developed its own thinking patterns and was now mentally equivalent to a five or six-year-old child, a growth rate that astounded Qin Jun.

"None of your business, stop clinging to me, and go play with Red Boy," Qin Jun said while trying to pull it off his back, but the little creature stubbornly clung to his waist, leaving him helpless.

In the end, Qin Jun simply let it be, deciding to save his two chances. He would wait until he had five and then combine them to summon at least a True Immortal Realm expert!

"Your Highness, once we cross the mountains ahead, we will reach the royal city," Jia Xun called back to Qin Jun with a smile. Qin Jun nodded in response, his gaze toward the city deepening.

He had already dispatched Black and White Impermanence to scout information in the royal city, noting down anyone who opposed him or aspired to be Emperor. Once he entered the city, he would settle scores with them one by one.

"Qin Long... interesting. No matter what backing you have, you will regret it!" Qin Jun muttered to himself, a scornful smile appearing on his face.

It had to be said, the usefulness of Black and White Impermanence was significant, not just as enforcers but also as spies and intelligence agents!

Truly all-around talents!

As Qin Jun reveled in his thoughts, Evening Star’s voice suddenly entered his ears: "There’s demonic energy in the royal city!"

Demonic energy?

Qin Jun’s expression instantly darkened as he turned to look at Evening Star, noticing both Evening Star and Sha Wujing standing side by side with somber expressions.

"What’s going on?" Qin Jun quietly communicated back, knowing that if Evening Star didn’t want to alarm the quarry, he naturally would not speak out loud.

When it came to demonic energy, the Abyss Sect was the first to come to mind!

"Just now, our Primordial Spirits ventured out and sensed demonic energy enveloping the royal city’s skies. Clearly, a Demon has been hiding there, and not for just a day or two."

Evening Star communicated back, causing Qin Jun’s brows to knit further.

If Black and White Impermanence hadn’t noticed the adversary, but Evening Star and Sha Wujing could sense it, this indicated that the Demon was at least of the Immortal Realm.

Qin Jun turned toward the city ahead, realizing it was already a place fraught with deadly traps. Someone was waiting there, hoping he would deliver himself into their hands.

"Speed up even more!" Qin Jun suddenly shouted, causing Chen Qingzhi and the other generals to startle, then quickly relay orders to push the army faster toward the royal city.

The adversary was likely the murderer who killed the Qian Emperor, which unleashed a burning rage within Qin Jun.

To have killed the Qian Emperor and then target him, it was outrageously audacious!