History's Strongest Senior Brother c1-1474
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“Breaking through the earth using earth. It truly lives up to his name.” Yan Zhaoge praised, “No wonder why he dared to trouble me despite knowing that I have the Later Earth Texts.”
Feng Yunsheng was also amazed. She asked, “Do you have any other spoils of war?”
Yan Zhaoge suddenly thought of something, and the corner of his mouth curled upwards, “Of course.”
“Not only is it a spoil of war, but it’s also considered a surprise.”
After keeping the Earth Splitting Pearl, he flipped his palm over, and numerous crane feathers appeared.
“That Crane Demon’s feathers are indeed valuable. However…”
A strand of glowing radiance string appeared in Yan Zhaoge’s other hand.
“… However, all the feathers can’t even compare to this thing.” His eyes narrowed.
After feeling the aura of the string, Feng Yunsheng contemplated, “This was the foundation of that innate talent which you previously mentioned, which was capable of dispersing your opponent’s arts?”
“That’s right.” Yan Zhaoge said slowly, “With this, I’ll have much more confidence in dealing with the Nine Underworlds.”
He stood atop the Broad Creed Mountain; he gazed towards the faraway mountain and rivers by the Sky beyond Skies, “Hopefully, we’ll be able to settle all sorts of remaining problems this time.”
History's Strongest Senior Brother Chapter 1409 - Earth Devil
To Yan Zhaoge and the Sky beyond Skies, there had always been many remaining internal problems. Other than the Immeasurable Heavenly Lord illuminating Fu Ting, Meng Wan, He Xixing, and the others, there was also the Nine Underworlds threat.
It wasn’t solely due to the Astro Sovereign – Chen Xuanzong and Chu Lili being troubled by the Water Devil. Within the Broad Creed Mountain, there were also problems regarding Shi Jun and Ying Yuzhen.
In the past, Yan Zhaoge possessed insufficient knowledge. However, as his cultivation slowly grew, and he came in contact with higher and higher-level experts, he gradually understood Shi Jun and his mother’s current conditions.
It became much more apparent after Feng Yunsheng’s return. It affirmed the guesses of Yan Zhaoge and Chen Xuanzong.
In the Eight Extremities Worlds, Yan Zhaoge had never expected that the Nine Underworlds Evil Devil related to Shi Jun and Ying Yuzhen was of strong origins.
At that time, he assumed that the two had merely suffered heavy casualties. To prevent succumbing to the devils, they had to remain in slumber for a long time to condition themselves.
Yet, he never expected them to be the reincarnation candidates of the Great Devils.
Their bodies were extremely suitable.
When a Great Devil reborn, their bodily candidates were utterly unrelated to a person’s cultivation or potential. Instead, it all depended on compatibility.
Shi Jun was being coveted by a Grand Virtual level Great Devil before the devil perished in the past.
His mother, which was Shi Songtao’s wife – Ying Yuzhen, was much more shocking.
The Great Devil that attempted to use Ying Yuzhen’s physique to reincarnate was a top-notch Evil Devil at the same level as the Heart Devil, the Wood Devil, and the Water Devil. He was one of the Twelve Devilish Gods – the Earth Devil!
Before perishing, it was a top-notch Great Devil within the Nine Underworlds, which possessed cultivation on par with a Grand Heavenly Immortal.
Such a devil attempting to reincarnate using Ying Yuzhen’s physique was much more problematic than the Water Devil reincarnating through Chen Xuanzong.
At the very least, Chen Xuanzong had already pushed open the Immortal Door for thousands of years and was already of the Profound Immortal Realm. He wasn’t that far off from the Grand Virtual Immortal Realm.
Even so, he was still walking on thin ice the entire time.
Compared to Chen Xuanzong, or Great Devils like the Water Devil or the Earth Devil, Ying Yuzhen’s cultivation was considered negligible.
To a certain extent, due to Ying Yuzhen remaining by death’s door for so many years, she managed to stall it until now.
However, as time passed, the days of the Earth Devil reincarnating through her was getting nearer and nearer.
“I feel like the Earth Devil had already completed his preparations during the past few years. He could take action at any time.” Feng Yunsheng’s expression became serious.
Chen Xuanzong and Yan Zhaoge could be considered the individuals who understood the Nine Underworlds the most.
As for the matters regarding Ying Yuzhen and the Earth Devil, the three arrived at the same conclusion through observation.
“The Earth Devil should have a deep understanding of Aunt Yuzhen’s condition. He should also have an understanding of the surrounding environment.” Yan Zhaoge shook his head, “Reincarnating is his goal. However, he surely wouldn’t wish to be killed once again the moment he reincarnates.”
Ying Yuzhen’s cultivation was far too weak after all.
Even with the Earth Devil reincarnating using her physique and going through the Spirit Divinity Overflowing Lid, she would remain weak initially.
Even if her cultivation increased tremendously, she still needed time. No matter how short the time required was, it was impossible to improve in one go immediately. Instead, a gradual process was necessary.
If the Earth Devil reincarnated in an inappropriate situation, he would undoubtedly be placed in an unfavorable position. It was much more dangerous than the Water Devil reincarnating through Chu Lili or Chen Xuanzong.
As such, the Earth Devil had to seize the opportunity if he wanted to roam around the world again, rather than be killed the instant he reincarnated.
“He could be waiting for the Water Devil and the chance for the two to act together.” Feng Yunsheng said, “The Nine Underworlds Great Devils should be awaiting their return.”
Yan Zhaoge nodded, “Indeed.”
After contemplating for a moment, he turned his head and looked towards Feng Yunsheng, “Is it confirmed that the Evil Devil reincarnating through Little Jun’s physique is of the Earth Devil’s subordinate?”
“There shouldn’t be any mistakes,” answered Feng Yunsheng.
Yan Zhaoge pondered and said, “Then it’s no wonder why they’ve remained quiet even until now.”
Contrary to Ying Yuzhen, who was in slumber, Shi Jun had already woken up. He moved around like normal, and his cultivation continued growing. Currently, he was already the Broad Creed Mountain’s leading figure among the fourth generation disciples. He had already ascended to the Martial Saint Realm for many years, and his cultivation continued to increase.
The unique seal within his body had been buried even until now. Under normal circumstances, it wouldn’t affect his daily activities.
However, even Shi Jun himself knew that the seal was a timebomb within his body.
Yan Zhaoge and the entire Broad Creed Mountain had been closely observing Shi Jun’s condition.
Later, through Feng Yunsheng and Chen Xuanzong’s observation, they realized that Shi Jun’s condition was considered unique.
The Great Devil that intended to reincarnate using his body was the Earth Devil’s subordinate. When the two had perished, the subordinate would only have hopes to reincarnate after the Earth Devil himself had reincarnated. Otherwise, even if the subordinate had acquired an appropriate physique, he could only wait patiently.
His insightful strength would be the same as the Earth Devil’s reincarnation.
For example, if the Earth Devil reincarnated into the Stone Devil, the subordinate’s element attribute would be similar to that.
Shi Jun’s condition seemed so normal during the past few years because the subordinate hadn’t taken any action.
He was waiting for his master.
Now, the time was almost ripe. He only had to wait for that final moment.
“Hopefully, this thing will see its uses.” Yan Zhaoge kept the string away, �
��I’ll go have a look at Little Jun and Aunt Yuzhen.”
Feng Yunsheng nodded, “Our sect’s elder mentioned that the Roving Jade Heaven’s senior apprentice-sister Yu had returned. I shall accompany her for the meantime.”
“Alright, I’ll be there later,” answered Yan Zhaoge.
After the two bid farewell, Yan Zhaoge went to find Shi Jun.
Now that the Broad Creed Mountain had flourished, every disciple that reached a particular cultivation or possessed specific qualifications could have their cave manor within the mountain range.
However, Shi Jun’s condition was more unique. As such, he remained by the sect. He was also much more willing to accompany his mother, who was still in slumber.
When he arrived at Shi Jun’s residence, someone else was already present.
It was Shi Jun’s master – “Heavenly Roc” Xu Fei.
“Senior apprentice-brother Xu.” Yan Zhaoge cupped his hands and let out a sigh in his heart.
Xue Fei was currently the head of the Broad Creed Mountain’s Assignment Hall. After the older generation slowly relinquished from managing the sect’s affairs, he became the sect leader – Yan Di’s number one helper. In fact, in terms of managing the sect’s internal affairs, he could be coined as Yan Di’s number one assistant.
Just like his master – Shi Tie, no one resented Xu Fei’s methods of handling affairs.
Although Shi Jun was his disciple, Xu Fei remained upright when official matters were involved.
However, in private, Xu Fei’s care for Shi Jun had never stopped.
After receiving the information regarding the Earth Devil, he had been worried ever since.
“Junior apprentice-brother Yan.” Xu Fei raised his head and smiled. Shi Jun, who was beside him, quickly stood up and happily said, “Senior apprentice-uncle Yan, you’re back?”
History's Strongest Senior Brother Chapter 1410 - Soon
Despite being concerned about Shi Jun and Ying Yuzhen, Xu Fei never presented his worries on his face. Instead, he remained his straightforward self.
Shi Jun also greeted Yan Zhaoge with an expression filled with joy.
“That’s right, and I’m back.” Yan Zhaoge said, “We brought the Bright Connection Emperor’s remains back.”
Although Xu Fei and Shi Jun did not know the existence of Immortal Court, they naturally heard of Bright Connection Emperor Hu Yuexin.
Yan Zhaoge had vaguely talked about the tales regarding Hu Yuexin and the Dim Radiant Emperor – Yi Tianxia. As such, Xu Fei and Shi Jun said with a serious expression, “Our forebearer’s souls had finally returned to their homeland. That’s a grand occasion.”
“The Exalted Wood Luminary’s lineage had been filled with heroic individuals. Other than this small matter, we, as the later generation, can only continue pushing forward to avoid disappointing them.” Yan Zhaoge purposely relaxed and looked towards Shi Jun with a smile, “Little Jun, you’ve improved a lot these past few years. This time, I brought something good for you.”
Shi Jun asked curiously, “Something good?”
Yan Zhaoge presented the strand that he acquired from the Crane Demon, “This treasure is capable of dispersing the Devil’s hidden threats implanted within Aunt Yuzhen and your body.”
“After these problems have been settled with, you’ll experience a surge in improvement, with no more hurdles blocking your pathway.”
After hearing what Yan Zhaoge said, Shi Jun said happily, “With your blessings, how dare I not do my best? However, it seems only one string is available. If that’s the case, please prioritize taking care of my mother.”
He said with some hints of embarrassment, “I’m aware that senior apprentice-uncle Yan, the Sect Leader, and my masters had already considered this, and there’s no need for me to repeat it. However, I still somewhat miss her.”
Yan Zhaoge and Xu Fei both smiled. Yan Zhaoge shook his head, “Relax. This string isn’t going to be used on you alone. In fact, it could even take care of your mother and son duo, and even an addition of the Astro Sovereign.”
“Oh, that’s great, that’s great.” Shi Jun smiled upon hearing his words.
Yan Zhaoge followed the two into the residence and went towards the back hall.
An ice coffin was quietly placed there, with a woman in slumber located within. She was Shi Jun’s mother – Ying Yuzhen.
Yan Zhaoge lightly flicked his finger. As flickers appeared, releasing the seal formation engraved to the ice coffin.
Despite knowing that the Earth Devil would remain prudent and wouldn’t make any rash actions, precautions still had to be done.
After lifting the seal, Yan Zhaoge opened the ice coffin. He extended his hand and placed it unto the air atop Ying Yuzhen’s forehead.
Under the influence of Yan Zhaoge’s Immortal qi, a seal appeared on Ying Yuzhen’s forehead.
After the seal appeared, Yan Zhaoge instantly felt that a pair of shapeless eyes were staring at him.
The feeling flashed by in an instant, with no more traces remaining. One would doubt whether that was merely an illusion or not.
Yan Zhaoge’s expression remained unfazed, and used his fingertip to lift the string. The string broke apart and descended towards Ying Yuzhen’s forehead. It covered Ying Yuzhen’s forehead and covered that seal.
Then, Yan Zhaoge kept the remaining string back into his pocket. He then started drawing the outlines of numerous seals within thin air, and every time a seal was done, they landed on the surface of Ying Yuzhen’s forehead.
After a short while, a miniature yet complex and profound formation was fused within.
After finishing everything, Yan Zhaoge retracted his hand and cast another seal upon the ice coffin that was shut tight once again.
The woman in the ice coffin never budged at all, as if she didn’t possess any sense of awareness. She was already deeply asleep.
“Let’s go.” Yan Zhaoge nodded his head, and the three walked out together. Then, Yan Zhaoge turned his head to look towards Shi Jun.
Shi Jun immediately sat in a lotus position to meditate. He closed his eyes and retracted his aura.
Yan Zhaoge repeated his previous movements. He cut off a small part of the string and engraved it upon a seal which landed on Shi Jun’s forehead.
Shi Jun sat down quietly. With his current sensitive self-control, he only felt his soul wavering a little.
As if he had become much brighter and more agile, yet it seemed like more impurities existed within him.
The two contradicting opposing senses appeared at the same time, which seemed both right and wrong. Such a situation was incredibly profound for him.
After hearing Shi Jun’s description, Yan Zhaoge nodded, “That should be right. This affirms my previous guesses.”
Upon hearing Yan Zhaoge’s words, Xu Fei and Shi Jun both felt excited.
“Little Jun, focus on your cultivation. You don’t need to worry too much about Aunt Yuzhen. Now isn’t the time for us to meet our opponents yet.” Yan Zhaoge stood up and bid farewell, “Our enemies are awaiting an opportunity. However, their opportunity is also ours. When the time comes, let’s decide whose methods are far superior.”
He looked directly into Shi Jun’s eyes, “When fighting against a Devil, external help is merely able to support you. The very foundation of fighting is still reliant on your willpower.”
Shi Jun said with a straight face, “I understand. I shall take your teachings to my heart, senior apprentice-uncle Yan.”
“There are still other matters within the sect. I shall leave along with you, junior apprentice-brother Yan.” Xu Fei looked towards Shi Jun, “Today’s class shall end here. Slowly digest what I told you, and analyze them. You can’t be in a rush to break through the void and see a true divinity. What you need is time to accumulate.”
Shi Jun sent the two out of the residence, “Relax, master. I understand.”
After leaving Shi Jun’s residence, Yan Zhaoge said emotionally, “In the blink
of an eye, so many years had already passed.”
“Yeah, it’s been decades…” Xi Fei zoned out for a while.
“Senior apprentice-brother Xu, you’ve worked hard for the past few years.” Yan Zhaoge said, “I’m too lazy to take care of the matters related to the sect. It’s all thanks to you that my father’s matters could be taken care of.”
Cultivating requires time whilst settling the affairs of the sect required time as well.
Even if he didn’t tend to every single matter and left most matters to his subordinates, a leader was still required most of the time.
Unless the younger generation could bear such a burden, the Broad Creed’s older generation had no way of relaxing.
Xu Fei himself was a martial art prodigy and was also working hard in improving his cultivation.
Under normal circumstances, nothing about him seemed to stand out. However, every step of his improvement was extremely stable, and very rarely would he ever be held back by a bottleneck.
Throughout the entire time, he had been assisting Yan Di, Yuan Zhengfeng, Fang Zhun, and the others in handling the sect’s affairs. Yet, his cultivation had never fallen behind, either. He had already reached the Late Seeing Divinity Realm – the Martial Saint Realm Sixth Level,
In terms of cultivation alone, Xu Fei was merely behind Yan Zhaoge, Feng Yunsheng, Yan Di Yuan Zhengfeng, and Fang Zhun within the Broad Creed Mountain.
He possessed exceptional talents in martial arts, as well as outstanding strength. When settling affairs related to the sect, he usually handled them tidily and righteously.
Unless he was like Yan Zhaoge, whose condition was deemed superior, he was deemed as the most likely candidate to take over the Broad Creed Sect.
Xu Fei came back to his senses and smiled, “What are you talking about? As the sect’s disciple, I’m not supposed to neglect my responsibilities. Moreover, the things you’ve done during the past few years were much grander than what I did, and each and every one of them was capable of shocking the entire world. Compared to the sect’s small matters, the things that you’ve done are far difficult, yet you’ve done every single one of them. That’s what you call capability.”