Attaining Immortality, Starting From Slaying Demons-Chapter 1246 - 749: The Three Paths of the Divine Dynasty_2

Chapter 1246: Chapter 749: The Three Paths of the Divine Dynasty_2

"As long as you stay, even if you can’t establish connections with the Upper Pure Sect Leader, they won’t stand by and watch those monks bully you."

"After that... just stay in the North Continent, keep a low profile, and seek the method to advance to the Second Rank. This step is as difficult as ascending to heaven, but once you achieve it, your life will be preserved."

The Human Emperor stretched lazily, causing droplets of wine to splash: "This bit of information doesn’t compare to your merits. Speak, besides the Emperor’s Aura, what else can I help you with?"

Such seemingly generous words again.

Shen Yi looked helplessly, already somewhat accustomed to this stinginess of the Human Emperor.

The other party had already pointed out that, besides the cultivators recruited by the Demon Slayer Bureau, the garrison forces of the Imperial Court, including the cultivation of the Human Emperor himself, all derived from the Heaven and Earth Emperor Qi.

Totally different paths.

In this situation, forget about any real benefits, even having this giant, one of the Six Imperial Guardians, simply point out some directions for his cultivation would be impossible.

"I need to always be aware of news from the Four Continents and the Three Religions." Shen Yi stepped back and compromised; having experienced the events in the Southern Continent, he deeply understood the importance of information networks, sometimes even more life-saving than useful magic artifacts.

"Okay, leave someone you trust in the Imperial City, responsible solely for communicating with you."

The Human Emperor agreed readily, and then finally climbed out of the pool, instinctively frowning, but soon concealed his discomfort on his face, waving for a maid outside carrying a jade plate.

The plate contained pre-prepared fine wine.

He dragged his dripping body and personally filled two wine cups, handing one to Shen Yi with a jest: "Don’t worry, it’s not fetched from the pool."

"..."

Shen Yi took the wine cup and drank with him.

Wiping the corner of his mouth with his sleeve, the Human Emperor finally sighed with a hint of regret: "It’s a pity. If our temperaments were similar, with your assistance, the chances of success would increase by at least another ten percent."

Swish.

He put down the wine cup, turned back into the pool, and after hesitating for a long time, added a few more words: "The blade I wield has only one chance to strike; it’s not due to inherent cruelty but simply because I can’t afford to lose."

"Thank you for saving the Southern Continent."

"Live well. When I have stabilized this world, you shall return as my Divine Dynasty’s First Rank Great General."

"If I lose... please, this Immortal Venerable Bodhisattva, show compassion to the common people."

"Take care."

Without giving Shen Yi more chance to speak, the Human Emperor retracted his gaze, directly asking the maid to escort Shen Yi out.

Late at night.

Shen Yi walked out of the courtyard slowly, looking at the deserted long street. After a long silence, he sighed lightly: "Hoo."

This trip to the Imperial City seemed to yield no real benefits.

But the Human Emperor had given a gift of indescribable preciousness.

When Shen Yi left Southern Sumeru and headed to the Eight Extremes Valley, choosing to slay the Five Directions Bodhisattva, he personally tied himself to the Divine Dynasty.

But the last words of the Human Emperor untied this tether, setting him free.

No need to pick sides; just survive peacefully.

No matter which side wins, Shen Yi remains a winner—advancing as the Divine Dynasty’s Great General, retreating as the Bodhi Sect’s Dragon Subduing and Tiger Suppressing Bodhisattva, or the Three Immortals Sect’s Taixu Pill Emperor.

The Human Emperor’s intention was clear: saving the Southern Continent was enough, the rest was up to him.

"..."

Shen Yi’s expression grew complex. Someone who emerged from insignificance finds it hard to have any affection for a hero like the Human Emperor who sees the world as a chessboard and beings as chess pieces.

After all, no one wants to be the sacrificial pawn.

But the complexity lies in that, even after contemplating for a long time, Shen Yi couldn’t think of another path to victory.

On the opposite side are countless Emperors, True Buddhas, Six Great Sect Masters, while behind the Divine Dynasty’s beings, there is only one of the Six Imperial Guardians.

The Human Emperor, though possessing First Rank strength, can only watch helplessly as the Divine Dynasty is devoured. Moreover, his lifespan pales in comparison to that of other Sect Masters, Emperors, or even Second Rank Great Freedom beings, not lasting longer than even a Daluo Immortal.

After his natural death, will the next Human Emperor have the courage to pick up the blade?

Besides.

Shen Yi has always felt the weight of others’ expectations, even when finding it hard to protect himself, he still worries about his home being destroyed by others.

Rarely has he encountered someone taking all responsibilities and urging him to leave quickly to save his life.

This unexpected relief is indeed rare.

"Hoo."

Shen Yi continued to walk down the long street, the confusion in his eyes reduced.

He could understand the Human Emperor’s thoughts but could not follow, not due to personal preferences, but simply different ideals, which is normal.

Thus, the other is the Human Emperor, a hero, while at his core, he remains a small figure, only capable of doing what is possible.

With the guidance of one of the Six Imperial Guardians, Shen Yi’s thoughts became much clearer.

He was about to find Ye Lan when he saw a carriage slowly stopping ahead, blocking his path.

"General Nanyang."

A thin figure stepped down from the carriage, nodded, and smiled at Shen Yi: "Immortal Department, Lin Shuya, we met last time at the wine pool."

With that, he handed over a jade slip: "This is the location of Ling Xuzi’s cave, His Majesty asked me to pass it to you."

"Thank you, Lord Lin."

Shen Yi accepted the jade slip, carefully putting it away. When he looked up again, he saw Lin Shuya had no intention of leaving but instead extended his hand towards the carriage, warmly saying: "I know General Nanyang is about to set off, I don’t dare delay. Since the sky isn’t bright yet, I wish to invite the General to my residence for a talk."

As he spoke, Lin Shuya seriously studied the young man in front of him.

That memorial, not only did His Majesty notice something was wrong, he also sensed something unusual between the lines, each word signifying eeriness!

According to the wine pool maid’s report, this general seems to have different ideas from His Majesty.

This indeed fits Lin Shuya’s previous suspicion.

A supreme heavenly pride who saved the Southern Continent from water and fire, how could such a person tolerate His Majesty’s absurd and crazed plans?

Seeing Shen Yi silent, he squeezed out a smile: "It’s just a talk, nothing else. Perhaps... we might be allies?"

Upon hearing this, Shen Yi suddenly laughed.

Lin Shuya froze, his smile stiffening: "Why does General Nanyang laugh?"

"Nothing."

Shen Yi shook his head, merely marveling at how the recent conversation had quickly reached other ears, reflecting upon the unusual nature of this situation.

Especially given the person is the most trusted head of the Immortal Department by the Human Emperor.

"I am more accustomed to walking alone."

Shen Yi politely declined Lin Shuya’s offer and walked around the carriage.

The depth of the waters in this Imperial City surpassed his imagination.

In these life-threatening circumstances, Shen Yi was unwilling to involve himself in their ideological disputes.

"..."

Lin Shuya stood still, silently watching Shen Yi’s figure dissolve into the night until disappearing.

His eyes lowered, retracting his hand.

After a long time, the thin middle-aged man suddenly sneered: "Ha."

Indeed, these high-ranking individuals are all the same, treating their own cultivation as more important than the security of the world. Even though the Divine Dynasty is in ruins, their hearts still dwell on that unreleased Emperor’s Aura reward.

This is holding a grudge.

If one truly wanted to save and deliver salvation, it would rely on ordinary people like oneself.

Only ordinary people would see others as people.

"Lord, should we transfer an allocation of Emperor’s Aura from other continents to pacify this general’s resentment?" The Immortal Department official driving the carriage asked in a low voice.

"No need."

Lin Shuya’s expression remained calm as he turned, lifted the curtain, and boarded the carriage: "I’ve misjudged; he isn’t the kind of person I’m looking for."