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In his view, this was not a major negative factor.
However, in reality, if it were the old Zhu Wushi, he would most likely have been more composed and argued with Chu Yang based on reason in the situation just now.
The wise king did not have a good reputation, and in the end, the officials were more likely to believe him.
But none of that matters now. Zhu Wushi's reaction has confirmed the truth revealed by Chu Yang. He has no other choice but to kill him.
Therefore, he disregarded Zhuge Zhengwo, who was lurking around him and could attack at any moment. While fully activating the Absorption Technique, he also moved closer to Chu Yang.
As Zhu Wushi approached Chu Yang, Chu Yang finally moved and walked down the steps one by one.
"The Heavenly Pool Eccentric Hero's Absorption Technique is truly amazing. I never imagined that this martial art could even absorb the power of the demon race."
"Before you die, let me witness the true power of the Absorption Technique."
Zhu Wushi sneered. He was extremely confident in his Absorption Technique, and believed that Chu Yang was simply courting death.
The two met on the steps. At such close range, even a god would not be able to escape the control of the Absorption Technique. Zhu Wushi pushed his power to the limit and reached out to grab Chu Yang.
Chu Yang was even faster, grabbing Zhu Wushi's wrist with a backhand and smiling, "If you want it, you can have it!"
Power systems from countless worlds, each different, were brutally poured into Zhu Wushi's body by Chu Yang in an instant, and then the suction power of the Absorption Technique surged into his limbs and bones.
The first thing to enter Zhu Wushi's body was Chu Yang's true essence.
In the world of Legend of Sword and Fairy, Chu Yang attained enlightenment through martial arts, reaching the pinnacle of Qi Refining and Spirit Transformation. His true essence is fundamentally different from that of martial artists in the Ming Dynasty world.
It contained a divine aura that Zhu Wushi had never experienced before.
This one inhalation was quite something; it almost made Zhu Wushi faint with pleasure. His skull felt like it was about to melt. The true essence containing immortal spiritual energy was an unimaginably nourishing substance. If he could absorb it all, he might even have the chance to reach a new peak he had never reached before.
The unprecedented experience left Zhu Wushi with nothing but greed in his eyes. His last shred of reason vanished, and all he wanted to do was drain Chu Yang's true essence.
"Don't rush, take your time, the best is yet to come."
Chu Yang's tone was gentle, but it sent chills down the spine of Zhuge Shenhou, who was not far away. His composure was frightening, and he didn't even dare to step forward to help.
Zhu Wushi's pupils were bloodshot, like a mad beast, the Absorption Technique operating at an intensity beyond his capacity.
The true essence containing immortal energy seemed inexhaustible. Before he could digest it, new true essence surged into his body. The feeling of "overeating" appeared in Zhu Wushi's heart for the first time.
Zhu Wushi was trembling, instinctively trying to break free, but Chu Yang's hand gripped his wrist, and he couldn't break free.
"Are you full already?"
"Eat more, or people will think I can't afford to treat you to a meal."
Power systems from countless worlds, each different, were brutally poured into Zhu Wushi's body by Chu Yang in an instant, and then the suction power of the Absorption Technique surged into his limbs and bones.
Cursed power, spiritual power, chakra, magic—all sorts of incredible powers bloomed within Zhu Wushi's body.
Zhu Wushi, who craves power, is being tormented by it; the pain is unimaginable to ordinary people and is destroying his will.
In the face of life and death, demonic power completely took over Zhu Wushi's body. His normal-sized body swelled to a height of over ten meters in an instant, and his appearance also began to turn demonic.
This was the first time Chu Yang had ever witnessed a human being demonized. The process was far from pleasant; it was downright disgusting. The way the human body was torn apart and reassembled was filled with primal gore.
Furthermore, the spread of filth impacts people's spirits, posing a significant test to their willpower.
As his body continued to expand, Zhu Wushi finally crashed into the Hall of Supreme Harmony, and the already crumbling hall suddenly collapsed, turning into ruins.
The officials, who were already far from the main hall, watched this scene in horror. Especially when they saw Zhu Wushi transformed into a demon, they were terrified and ran away without looking back.
After a period of chaos, only two civil officials remained.
Zhang Juzheng.
The other person had a resolute face and piercing eyes that seemed to see right into people's hearts.
Having witnessed Zhang Juzheng's strong character before, Zheng Dongliu fully understood why the latter chose to stay, but the other person piqued his curiosity.
"How should I address this gentleman?"
"Your humble servant Hai Rui greets Lord Zheng."
"Oh? You are the Hai Qingtian that the people have been talking about?"
"I dare not accept the title of 'Upright Official'."
Upon hearing the name Hai Rui, even Cao Zhengchun and Yu Huatian had to treat him with respect. His reputation was too great, his temper too foul, and even they didn't want to provoke him.
I've only ever heard of him, never actually seen him.
Guo Bujing asked, "Is this Lord Hai's first time encountering demons?"
Hai Rui shook his head and said, "I am from the South."
Guo Bujing nodded. Since he was from the South, he must have seen demons.
Hai Rui stared intently at the giant demon that Zhu Wushi had transformed into, and asked calmly, "Can Zhuge Shenhou defeat this demon?"
Zheng Dongliu sighed, "This demon is the incarnation of the Iron-Blooded Marquis, and cannot be compared to ordinary demons. It's difficult..."
"Is that so?" Hai Rui looked disappointed, but then laughed nonchalantly, "It is only right that scholar-officials should die for their country."
Guo Bujing said decisively, "Zhuge Shenhou is no match, but Your Highness will definitely be able to kill this scoundrel."
No sooner had the words left his mouth than a figure emerged from the ruins.
Shouldering the sun and moon.
Stepping on starlight.
Holding a black ancient sword.
To Hai Rui's astonishment, a flash of sword light illuminated the entire world.
The sword light dispersed.
No more demons or monsters were seen! (End of Chapter)
Chapter 200. Your Majesty! The Drunkard Returns to the Capital!
200.
Zhuge Zhengwo, who had been observing the entire process, finally realized Chu Yang's strength.
Ok.
Very strong.
He was so powerful that he couldn't even begin to fathom Chu Yang's level of skill.
For decades, the Celestial Realm, also known as the Grandmaster, has been the universally acknowledged limit for human martial artists.
The only grandmaster known throughout the world is Zhuge Zhengwo. As for whether there are other masters among the common people, it is unclear.
In addition, there are many people who are expected to break through to this level. Among them, the one whom Zhuge Zhengwo is most optimistic about is Guo Bujing. He has a solid foundation and abundant qi and blood essence. He only lacks a little bit of hard work.
Other sword prodigies like Ximen Chuixue and Ye Gucheng are also candidates who are expected to break through to the Grandmaster level.
Even so, the number of Grandmasters in the Ming Dynasty was still weaker than that of the Demon Kings of the Ten Thousand Demon Kingdom, not to mention that there were even more terrifying beings above the Demon Kings.
Since the establishment of the Divine Marquis's Mansion, Zhuge Zhengwo has never given up on gathering intelligence on the Ten Thousand Demon Kingdom.
With the sacrifice of many constables from the Divine Constable's Mansion, Zhuge Zhengwo could almost confirm the existence of the Demon Emperor. The reason they had not appeared in the human world was because the internal chaos caused by demons in the Kingdom of Ten Thousand Demons was very serious.
Compared to humans, demons pose a greater threat to the demon race, so their focus naturally won't be on this side.
The thought of a possible demon emperor keeps Zhuge Zhengwo awake at night, and he worries about the future of the human race every day.
After this day, he no longer needed to worry, for someone who could shoulder the safety of the people had finally appeared.
Zhuge Zhengwo wished Chu Yang were even stronger, so strong that he could not even look up at his brilliance, and that he could crush all the monsters under his feet, so that the people would no longer be treated like livestock and become food for the demons and monsters!
"Divine Marquis, haven't you seen enough yet?"
Chu Yang, who had killed Zhu Wushi, slowly walked out of the ruins, and the strange phenomena on his body disappeared.
"Your Majesty's divine might has captivated me greatly, and I am utterly unable to extricate myself from it."
Zhuge Zhengwo stroked his beard and laughed heartily.
"At your age, don't be like that old dog Cao Zhengchun."
Chu Yang chuckled.
"Your Majesty, why do you say such a thing? These are all my heartfelt words."
Zhuge Zhengwo wore a sad expression, as if accusing Chu Yang of knowing nothing about him.
The old man is quite good at flattery.
He keeps calling me "Your Majesty" this way and that, he's practically on par with Cao Zhengchun.
Chu Yang could only let him be; he'd have to call him that sooner or later anyway, so why bother trying to be virtuous?
"With the Hall of Supreme Harmony gone, it will be a bit troublesome to hold meetings in the future."
"Your Majesty need not worry. The morning court sessions are held outside the palace gates; there is not enough room for so many officials inside."
"Lord Shenhou, what I mean is that we'll abolish the morning court sessions from now on, and we'll have to get up before dawn. Are you kidding me?"
"Hmm... This old minister thinks so too. It's better not to attend the morning court session. Not to mention Your Majesty, I can't get up either."