NOVEL NEXT Chapter 280: Aftermath
"Ding, congratulations to the host for achieving the feat of 'killing master and destroying the ancestor,' truly worse than a beast. As a special reward, you have been awarded 10,000 Villain Points and one Taoist-specific lucky draw."
The system was still as sarcastically venomous as ever, something Qing Yu had grown accustomed to. As long as there was a gain, it was good.
But now, was it so hard to earn Villain Points? Such a massive operation only awarded 10,000 Villain Points. Coupled with the 20,000 or so reserved beforehand, it was only enough for three advanced draws.
"The reward for usurping the Sect Leader's position hasn't arrived yet, probably waiting for me to officially ascend to the position."
"System, use the Taoist-specific lucky draw."
As Qing Yu spoke, he advanced and found the body of Tong Jue.
Tong Jue had burned all his essence blood and suffered the Mountain Ghost God Shocking blast; his body was no longer human-shaped. He must have used all his remaining strength to protect Xuanfa, otherwise he wouldn't have died in such a terrible state.
What was the relationship between Tong Jue and Xuanfa?
According to the novel routine of Qing Yu's past life, father and son? Secret master and disciple? Or something else.
Qing Yu did not know, nor did he care to find out. Delving into the background of a dead man was futile and pointless.
"Taoist-specific lucky draw, drawing now..." the mechanical voice of the system echoed in his ear as the drawing began.
"Ding, congratulations to the host for acquiring the Five-star Half Item·Ten Directions Annihilation."
"Hm?" Qing Yu's lips slowly curled into a smile.
Ten Directions Annihilation, originating from the Divine Weapon Mysterious World, was created from the Yin Yang Essence refined from the limbs of the Primordial Heavenly Venerate's mount, the Dragon Horse. Ten Directions refer to the ten directions: heaven, earth, east, south, west, north, the gate of life, the position of death, past, and future.
Not only does Ten Directions Annihilation possess infinite divine might, but it also aids in calculations and has the ability to glimpse into the past and the future.
Moreover, the Ten Directions Strange Moves within the Heaven and Earth Supreme Skill could only be executed in conjunction with Ten Directions Annihilation.
Acquiring Ten Directions Annihilation, for Qing Yu, was undoubtedly like a tiger sprouting wings.
"Perfect. I made extensive use of the Heaven and Earth Shaking above the skies of Zhenwu Sect, especially the last Mountain Ghost God Shocking which tapped into the Six Peaks Spiritual Energy, ensuring that there will be no lack of calamities in the future. With Ten Directions Annihilation, I can comb through the Primordial Energy and neutralize the calamities into nothingness."
Qing Yu glanced again at the two corpses on the ground and sighed lightly, "They shall be buried here."
With a slight circulation of True Qi, the earth rippled, swallowing the corpses of Xuanfa and Tong Jue. Born here, died here, they shall also rest here for eternity.
They could not hope to enter the Zhenwu Sect's cemetery, so it was better to bury them on the spot.
"The matter is over; the victor is indeed me."
Qing Yu chuckled softly and drifted away into the sky.
...
A vast expanse of white space, seemingly boundless.
Enshrouded in layers of mist, stood nine Heaven Pillars carved with different patterns, firmly erect.
Below the nine Heaven Pillars, the white fog was dense, obscuring the depths, as if reaching into the skies. At the top of the ten-meter-diameter Heaven Pillars were nine thrones of varying designs.
These Nine Directions Thrones, large enough for a person to lie across, had countless Mysterious Runes engraved on them or images of Wild Gods and Demons, and also Blade Energy crisscrossing powerfully, its domineering Sword Intent charging in all directions.
The distinct designs seemed to represent the will of their respective owners, or Martial Arts, showcasing different styles.
"Xuantian is dead; it seems a newcomer will emerge among us."
The speaker was a deep blue figure, sitting on a throne that was constantly changing, with countless trajectories in motion.
"The winner, who is it?" From the northwest, a distinct figure emerged from the dark shadows.
"Back then, Xuantian asked me to graft a fate onto Xuanfa, a case of the 'substitute.' Now, this method is no longer useful," said the deep blue figure.
Who won and who lost was clear as day. The absence of the Abnormal Technique of the 'substitute' meant either the technique had been broken or the recipient was dead.
Considering the depth of knowledge the deep blue figure had in the Heavenly Mechanism, whether it was the former or the latter, the dark figure could guess.
"Afterward, I shall take a trip to Zhenwu Sect myself, and allow the victor to become one of us," the deep blue figure said.
"Thank you for your trouble, Bian Tian," a towering figure with a Heaven and Earth Cutting Blade Energy as a backrest on the central throne spoke with a robust and powerful voice.
"It is my duty," Bian Tian stood up, nodding, and then with a flash of light, disappeared.
"I must also make preparations," said the dark figure, and with a flicker, vanished as well.
In the vast white space, the rest remained unseen, leaving only the tall and erect figure seated on the throne, seemingly eternal and unmovable.
...
Within Zhenwu Sect, atop Chonghe Peak within Taiji Palace.
Once a position held by the leader among the Seven Peaks, now there was only one person who still held their place, while the main seat had been taken by a stranger who had never been in this palace before.
In the palace, the person pierced by Sword Qi was restrained, their abilities obstructed, a loser in every sense.
"Xuanzhen, Xuan Lin, Xuan Zheng, the three senior brothers are already here. Junior Brother Xuan Shang is still agitated in his heart and presently remains on Wanfa Peak. Junior Sister Xuanyin suffered misfortune, having been assassinated by the impostor who conspired with Tong Jue, her remains placed within the Xuanbing Coffin, preserved unchanged."
Xuanzhen briefly recounted the state of Zhenwu Sect and glossed over the conditions of some people before continuing, "Now, in both Chonghe Peak and Zhengyang Peak, there are still many staunch loyalists. Chi Ming Peak is not as resolute as the other two; however, they hold Peak Master Xuanming in high esteem, and everything largely depends on him.
"Kunyin Peak has been on our side and is easier to handle since you've already replaced the memories of those witnesses—they won't be an obstacle. Tianxu Peak is also similar; aside from Xuan Lin, the others are still not accustomed to the new state of affairs.
"That is the current situation. There's a lot more for you to handle afterward."
"Master Xuan Chen was harmed by the Demon Path, and the people of Chonghe Peak will be considerate. Those who are not will find their place. As for Chi Ming Peak and Zhengyang Peak..."
Qing Yu's gaze shifted towards the three people kneeling on the ground, "Master Xuan Zheng, Master Xuanming, what do you two think?"
In his words, there was no joy or sorrow, but the two knew that if they didn't handle this well, the fate of those disciples would be no different from those unyielding disciples from Chonghe Peak.
"Heh," Master Xuan Zheng, with his head lowered, said with scorn, "The victor is king, the vanquished is the foe. What's the point of talking about it? You may have won, but if you think I will bow my head, you are mistaken."
Though Xuan Chen didn't fall to Qing Yu, he was unquestionably an enemy; as a loyal follower of Xuan Chen, Xuan Zheng would never compromise with Qing Yu.
"Is that so?" Qing Yu chuckled, "You will bow soon enough, even if by then you can no longer see."