The Strongest Mythical Emperor
Chapter 554: As High as the Sky

Chapter 554: Chapter 554: As High as the Sky

"Are you satisfied now, wanting me dead so badly!"

Qin Jun quickly interrupted them, speaking irritably, causing embarrassment among the generals. It turned out Qin Jun didn’t want to perish alongside the Green Fox King.

"It’s very likely that I will disappear after defeating the Green Fox King, but I need you to diligently grow our forces and await my return in ten thousand years!" Qin Jun declared solemnly; upon these words, the great hall fell instantly silent.

Ten thousand years?

These two words were enough to scare the generals out of their wits.

To them, ten thousand years was like eternity, and not all cultivators could live that long.

Even Ming Jianfeng, who had reached the sixth level of the Earth Immortal Realm, was greatly startled.

What was Qin Jun planning?

"During these ten thousand years, you must covertly aid my apprentice’s growth, while also guarding against the God Temple and ruling over the Eastern Flame Domain, and even the otherworldly existences that dominate dozens of domains!" Qin Jun continued gravely, "I promise you, if you can endure ten thousand years, I will lead you to an era of glory as lofty as the Heavenly Dao itself!"

Boom!

The atmosphere within the hall was instantly ignited, as everyone’s breath quickened.

An era of glory as lofty as the Heavenly Dao?

For generals and strategists, this was an irresistible temptation. Anyone with ambition desired to control a greater territory, but how powerful would it be to stand as high as the Heavenly Dao?

They dared not imagine, because in the world of immortal cultivation, the Heavenly Dao exists.

Although cultivating immortality itself is an act against the heavens, the concept of defying the heavens is taboo among all clans, not to be spoken lightly.

"Crack—Boom—"

Suddenly, thunder roared outside the great hall, dazzling lightning illuminating the scene within and casting a grim expression on the generals’ faces.

Qin Jun’s mouth curled upward, ignoring the reaction of the heavens as he began to lay out his plan.

It was a plan for how forces could develop within the Eastern Flame Domain. If Bianhai were to become a hero, the power under his command wouldn’t last, as they could use the name of Bianhai to climb high and call out. The major forces would not tolerate it.

Therefore, Qin Jun needed Meng Tian and the others to reinvent themselves!

To infiltrate various forces, then perhaps after ten thousand years, the Eastern Flame Domain might belong to Qin Jun.

But could their loyalty last ten thousand years?

Qin Jun looked forward to it, and if anyone dared to betray him, he would show no mercy.

He granted these people glory; they should never desert him!

...

Early the next day, Qin Jun had someone send a message that he would fight the Green Fox King at sea in three days.

As for how to send the message, it was simple: just shout it out by the sea. With the numerous sea beasts and demon beasts in the ocean, the message would easily reach the ears of the Green Fox King.

Suddenly, the news of Bianhai’s battle against the Green Fox King spread rapidly throughout the entire Eastern Flame Domain.

It even caused a stir in the inland areas.

Dongfang Imperial City.

Dongfang Ao, the ruler of the domain, sat on the throne in the great hall. He was tall and burly, wearing a golden dragon-patterned robe, with sunken eyes that gave off a sense of deep scheming.

"Bianhai and the Green Fox King are going to battle?" Dongfang Ao muttered to himself, while the civil and military officials in the hall dared not speak or even look him in the eyes.

The Eastern Flame Domain was once ruled by the Imperial Dynasty, but after being ravaged by the God Temple, the dynasty was dissolved. Although Dongfang Ao still led, it gave others a chance. The hierarchical system of sacred dynasties, kingdoms, and empires imposed by the God Temple was intolerable for Dongfang Ao’s forces, yet they had to grudgingly accept it.

This time, the invasion by the Demon Clan made it even harder, as the God Temple ordered that no troops shall interfere. The reason was that the Green Fox King had the backing of a mighty being capable of easily destroying the Eastern Flame Domain.

So Dongfang Ao endured, but unable to contain his anger, he vented his frustration on his subordinates, casting a pall over Dongfang Imperial City in recent years.

"Did the Green Fox King really say that if Bianhai wins, he will retreat?" Dongfang Ao asked with a flickering gaze.

"Yes, in three days, they will battle!" an official answered cautiously.

Dongfang Ao’s expression changed between gloom and delight, yet surprise filled his heart.

The God Temple forbade him from intervening, but if someone else could make the Demon Clan army retreat, then the God Temple should have no grounds for objection, and the mighty being behind the Green Fox King would probably find it awkward to take further action.

"Where is Bianhai? I must meet him!"

Dongfang Ao declared, rising swiftly. He naturally intended to remind Qin Jun that he must win, but also that he must not kill the Green Fox King.

Otherwise, if the mighty being behind the Green Fox King were to become enraged, the Eastern Flame Domain would be doomed!

"He’s in Guang City..."

"Take me there!"

No sooner had Dongfang Ao spoken, his figure vanished from the spot, taking the official who reported the news with him, leaving the other civil and military officials looking at each other in bewilderment.

...

The following day at noon.

Dongfang Ao arrived in Guang City. With his skills, no one could stop him, and not even a soul noticed his presence.

Qin Jun, who was cultivating in his room, suddenly opened his eyes and called out sternly, "Who’s there!"

With his profound mastery of formation and secret characters, his senses were extremely sharp. Even if he couldn’t pinpoint the intruder’s location, he could feel someone had sneaked into the room.

"Are you Bianhai?" Dongfang Ao suddenly appeared in front of the table, asking as he sat down and poured himself a cup of tea without invitation.

Qin Jun frowned, unable to penetrate the cultivation level of the man before him.

"Be careful of the Mysterious Immortal," Ji Yongsheng warned.

Hearing this, Qin Jun felt his heart skip a beat.

Who else in the present Eastern Flame Domain could reach the level of a Mysterious Immortal if not the ruler Dongfang Ao?

"It seems the ruler has personally graced us with his presence. Might I inquire as to your reason for seeking out Bianhai?" Qin Jun inquired, unruffled.

Damn, I’m the one who will slay his youngest son ten thousand years later, what do I have to fear now!

At this critical juncture, Dongfang Ao was certainly not here to cause trouble for him.

Dongfang Ao narrowed his eyes, smiling as he asked, "Have we met before?"

As he spoke, a terrifying pressure surged towards Qin Jun.

Seeing Qin Jun’s cultivation at the mere fifth level of the Earth Immortal Realm, Dongfang Ao felt a hint of anger. How could someone at that level possibly defeat the Green Fox King?

He knew well that the Green Fox King, a prodigy of the Demon Clan, had reached the pinnacle of the True Immortal Realm.

"May I know what matter the ruler has come to me with?"

Qin Jun asked with a smile, unaffected by Dongfang Ao’s imposing aura with the help of Ji Yongsheng and thus earning a second glance from Dongfang Ao.

It seemed that this man was not as weak as he appeared on the surface.

Most True Immortal Realm cultivators couldn’t withstand his pressure, but Qin Jun had, which somewhat lessened Dongfang Ao’s anger.

"I need you to defeat the Green Fox King!" Dongfang Ao said, staring into Qin Jun’s eyes with intensity, stressing each word, not allowing any rebuttal from Qin Jun.

"Of course," Qin Jun replied steadfastly, meeting Dongfang Ao’s gaze.

Damn it!

I’m not fighting for you!

"Tell me what you need, and I can fulfill it for you!" Dongfang Ao’s expression softened.

If the Green Fox King’s antics were allowed to continue, it was only a matter of time before the Eastern Flame Domain fell into the hands of the Demon Clan, and he was helpless to stop it, which was truly tragic.

"Anything at all?" Qin Jun’s eyes gleamed as he asked, smiling.

A rich sucker offering himself up for a beating?

Qin Jun was over the moon with joy. If he didn’t extort a hefty sum now, he wouldn’t bear the name Qin!

"Yes!" Dongfang Ao nodded, insisting that Qin Jun must win. As for what happened after, Qin Jun must die.

He understood the impact this battle would have on the human population of the Eastern Flame Domain. Heroes must only die in battle.