Undying Life

Chapter 801: The Final Battle

Forty years later, in the underworld. Changjing!

"Your Majesty, I report with great joy that the last city in the north has officially fallen at the hour of Hai last night. From now on, the entire underworld is unified under the Great Zhen Heavenly Dynasty!" Shui Jing said with an excited smile.

Unified underworld, forty years later, the entire underworld has completely fallen under the rule of the Great Zhen Heavenly Dynasty?

"Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor forever and ever!"

All the ministers congratulated together.

The unification of the underworld was unprecedented. At least in known history, such an event had never occurred. For ten thousand years, the underworld had been divided among various powers, with none able to unify it.

But the Great Zhen did it. The Great Zhen Heavenly Dynasty of His Majesty achieved it, and in just a few centuries. Like an autumn gale sweeping away fallen leaves, it swept through the underworld, unified it, and ruled it solely.

The first heavenly dynasty of all ages!

With the unification of the underworld, boundless fortune gathered from all directions.

"Roar~~~!"

"Roar~~~!"

For nine consecutive days, the dragon roars above the sea of fortune clouds were endless and earth-shattering. Countless small golden dragons of fortune tumbled in excitement, growing rapidly due to the massive accumulation of fortune. Amidst their fierce roars, the outlines of two majestic dragon heads emerged from the image of fortune.

These were the primary fortune golden dragons of the Great Zhen Heavenly Dynasty, but for the first time in history, there were two of them. Two identical fortune golden dragons roared towards the sky.

Identical, but one of the fortune golden dragons had a crimson cinnabar mark on its forehead, becoming more intense, emitting a faint yet divine power.

Unified underworld!

In the mortal realm.

In the past forty years, the Great Zhen Heavenly Dynasty and the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty have completely divided the land of the former Great Qin.

Now, Great Zhen and Taishui officially stand in opposition, north and south.

Lingxiao Heavenly Court. In Zhongshan's study.

"Your Majesty, it has been fifty years since Kong Xuan devoured the Yellow Springs Road. Kong Xuan has not appeared during these fifty years. Could it really take a hundred years for him to recover? If that's the case, can we eliminate the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty at all costs in the remaining fifty years, and then turn our attention to the Immortal Realm?" Yi Yan asked solemnly.

"A hundred years? Generally, it should be a hundred years, but having devoured the Yellow Springs Road, this must be an exception. His injuries might have healed long ago!" Zhongshan asserted.

"Oh?"

"Perhaps because of the 'Heaven's Secret' I taught you, Kong Xuan is unable to calculate your actions, so he doesn't dare to act rashly. The last incident with the purple giant coffin has already served as a lesson. This time, he will definitely be much more cautious!" Zhongshan confirmed.

"Then when will Kong Xuan make his move?"

"Kong Xuan is waiting for an opportunity. If he doesn't act, it's fine. But when he does, it will be overwhelming. Therefore, you must always use the Heaven's Secret, so Kong Xuan cannot discern our reality." Zhongshan said in a deep voice.

"Understood!" The ministers responded.

"What is the current situation on the northern battlefield?" Zhongshan asked.

"The Taishui Heavenly Dynasty, being a long-standing dynasty, still has considerable foundations and many talented individuals. Although we have the upper hand in the battle between the two dynasties, it is not significant. The battle is at a stalemate. I earnestly request Your Majesty to allow the deployment of the Four Symbols Formation to expand our territory." Yi Yan petitioned.

"Approved!" Zhong Shan nodded.

"The Four Symbols Formation will surely be invincible. But what will the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty do to counter in the remaining fifty years?" Zhao Suoxiang pondered aloud.

"No, though the Four Symbols Formation is formidable, the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty will undoubtedly have countermeasures. However, based on my calculations, the Four Symbols Formation will shine brightly within ten years. Ten years from now, when we face the passage between the two realms, we may encounter the strongest resistance from the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty!" Yi Yan said solemnly.

"The passage between the two realms? The large hole created by Kong Xuan devouring the Yellow Springs Road?" Shui Wuhen frowned.

"Exactly. That place is a fortress. If that fortress cannot be held, the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty's army will collapse, losing at least three hundred cities. Therefore, the battle at the passage between the two realms ten years from now will be extremely crucial!" Yi Yan affirmed.

Pushing the war scenario ten years ahead, several ministers looked at Yi Yan in amazement.

Predicting the enemy's actions a thousand miles away is one thing; Yi Yan was predicting ten years into the future.

"A crucial battle? It's more than that!" Zhong Shan shook his head.

"Huh?" Yi Yan looked at Zhong Shan in confusion.

Zhong Shan pondered deeply for a while, a determined light flashing in his eyes, "The battle at the passage between the two realms ten years from now may even be the final battle of the Small Thousand World, the last battle!"

"Huh?"

"Huh?"

The ministers all looked puzzled, except Yi Yan, whose eyes suddenly lit up.

"Your Majesty, do you mean to...?" Yi Yan was shocked.

"Yes, I want to plan this war. In this battle, we will decide the fate of the world, destroy the Taishui Dynasty, and annihilate the Immortal Realm!" Zhong Shan said solemnly.

"But, what about Kong Xuan...?"

"Kong Xuan? We will face him sooner or later, it makes no difference. Instead of being cautious every day, it's better to take a bold gamble. Xuan'er said Kong Xuan needs a hundred years to recuperate. Although we suspect he might recover sooner, it's just a possibility. Therefore, we must clash with Kong Xuan within this hundred years. At least this way, we have a chance to gain a significant advantage!" Zhong Shan explained.

"Understood!"

"The battle at the passage between the two realms is of utmost importance. It requires detailed and multifaceted coordination to settle the fate of the world in one decisive battle!"

Eight years later, in the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty, Kong Lietian's study.

Three men stood before Kong Lietian: Sekong, Wangchen, and Ren Zun.

"Your Majesty, I understand you suspect me, but I am loyal to the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty. Years ago, when I was destitute, surrounded by ten powerful enemies, Lu Guitian took me in and later invited experts from the Immortal Realm to eliminate those enemies for me. I promised Lu Guitian to serve the Taishui Heavenly Dynasty for five thousand years. With three hundred years left, I will never harbor any disloyalty during this period!" Ren Zun said earnestly.

"Ren Zun, you misunderstand. When have I ever doubted you? In my heart, you have always been Taishui's best minister. Otherwise, why would you be included in such a top-secret meeting?" Kong Lietian reassured him.

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Ren Zun expressed his gratitude immediately.

"Your Majesty, eight years ago, since the Four Symbols Formation appeared in the Great Zhen Heavenly Dynasty, it has never been defeated. As long as the Four Symbols Formation remains unbroken, our army's morale will struggle to rise!" Sekong frowned.

"It's even more complex than that," Wangchen added with a frown.

"Oh?"

"Just received news that Lingxiao Heavenly Court is moving north, which means Zhong Shan is personally leading the expedition. According to my calculations, their ultimate target is the passage between the two realms!" Wangchen said solemnly.

"Oh? The fortress at the passage between the two realms?" Sekong's expression changed.

"That's right. I believe the Four Symbols Formation will arrive there as well. With their strongest impact, they will break through the fortress at the passage between the two realms. If they win, our army will collapse and might never recover. If Zhong Shan takes a risk, he might even lead his forces straight to our Taishui Imperial City!" Wangchen stated confidently.

Wangchen's calculations had never been wrong.

"They won't break through the passage between the two realms. I will personally lead the expedition!" Kong Lietian said in a deep voice.

It was clear that Wangchen had already discussed this with Kong Lietian, and Kong Lietian had a plan in mind.

"Your Majesty must not go. Zhong Shan is bringing the power of the Great Zhen Heavenly Dynasty, while Your Majesty cannot leverage such power on this expedition. It would put Your Majesty at a disadvantage!" Ren Zun immediately said.

"No matter. I will call upon Daojun Shen Ya and Kong Xuan. Kong Xuan will definitely accompany me. The final battle will decide the fate of the world!" Kong Lietian said firmly.

Hearing Kong Lietian's resolve, Ren Zun's eyes lit up.

"Your Majesty is wise. I am willing to be the vanguard and withstand the Four Symbols Formation for Your Majesty!" Ren Zun said solemnly.

"Oh?" Kong Lietian looked at Ren Zun.

"I know of a formation that appeared at the same time as the Four Symbols Formation in ancient times. This formation was specifically designed to counter the Four Symbols Formation. However, I need a strong vanguard. General Wangchen would be the perfect choice." Ren Zun looked at Wangchen.

"Very well, Wangchen will accompany you to break the formation!" Kong Lietian smiled, a glint of inscrutable light in his eyes.

"Yes! I will do my utmost!" Wangchen immediately replied.

"Good, you may go and prepare."

"Yes!"

The two slowly exited the hall.

In the hall, only Sekong and Kong Lietian remained.

"Your Majesty, I fear Zhong Shan. I won't go. I'll stay here and guard the Imperial City for Your Majesty!" Sekong said, openly expressing his fear of death.

Seeing Sekong's frank and carefree admission of cowardice, Kong Lietian could only look at him speechlessly and say, "Fine, you don't have to go. Hmph!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Sekong wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.

"Although you are timid, you are still the one I trust the most. What do you think of Ren Zun and Wangchen?" Kong Lietian asked.

"For me, they are still not trustworthy. My instincts tell me to stay away from them. They exude a lurking danger that makes me want to keep my distance!" Sekong replied truthfully.

"Understood." Kong Lietian nodded.

"Your Majesty, what are your plans?" Sekong asked.

"Just go," Kong Lietian shook his head.

"Yes!" Sekong immediately retreated.

Watching Sekong's retreating figure, Kong Lietian frowned. Ren Zun and Wangchen still posed a danger? For Sekong, they did. After all, in any dynasty, not all ministers could get along harmoniously. As an emperor, it was essential to keep ministers from becoming too close.

"The battle at the passage between the two realms will be your first test, Wangchen. This is your final trial; don't disappoint me. Ren Zun? You are ultimately a hidden threat. Letting you lead the vanguard also puts you under my watch. Once the passage between the two realms has defeated Zhong Shan, I will thoroughly uncover your secrets!" Kong Lietian contemplated.

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