Chapter 70

Chapter 70

A new emperor ascends to the throne.

A joyous celebration echoes throughout the land.

Representatives from all thirty-five nations in the Central Plains send their congratulations.

Lin Yuan handles each response adeptly, showing no signs of unfamiliarity.

Although he has just ascended to the throne, for over a decade, Lin Yuan has been the acting Crown Prince, overseeing the military and political affairs of the nation.

The only difference now is the official title.

Half a month later, in the Hall of Supreme Heaven, Lin Yuan, dressed in imperial robes, contemplates deeply.

After formally ascending the throne, the true secrets of the Great Yan Dynasty unfold before him.

The main focus is on the matter of the 'Divine Weapons.'

The nation's guardian divine weapon is officially named the 'Sun-Moon Spear.'

In the over three thousand six hundred years of the Great Yan Dynasty, the divine weapon 'Sun-Moon Spear' was revived three times.

Each revival was triggered by the influence of 'Evil Weapons' causing havoc among the people. The divine weapon would then be wielded to suppress all threats.

"'Evil Weapons'?" Lin Yuan strokes his chin.

These so-called 'Evil Weapons' must possess strength surpassing even that of Martial Saints to compel the divine weapons to intervene.

"The Anti-God Society." Lin Yuan ponders.

According to the information held by the Great Yan Dynasty, there has always been a complex relationship between the Anti-God Society and the Evil Weapons.

Every time Evil Weapons caused chaos, the shadow of the Anti-God Society loomed behind.

Therefore, strictly speaking, it's not just the Great Yan Dynasty but the entire Central Plains of the thirty-six nations that deal mercilessly with anyone associated with the Anti-God Society.

This is a directive from each guardian divine weapon, and none dare defy it.

"It seems the Anti-God Society harbors significant secrets." Lin Yuan looks contemplative.

His forces are on the verge of pinpointing the main headquarters of the Anti-God Society in the Great Yan Dynasty.

The mysteries of the Anti-God Society will soon be revealed before Lin Yuan.

In the court, Lin Yuan sits on the dragon throne.

The Minister of Rites steps forward and respectfully says.

"Your Majesty, as you have officially assumed the throne, it is customary for you to promptly visit the 'Divine Weapon Ancestral Ground' to perform the ritual of worshiping the divine weapons."

This tradition is common among the thirty-six nations of the Central Plains. Each new emperor must promptly visit the ancestral ground of their divine weapon to pay respects.

This tradition makes sense, considering that guardian divine weapons are regarded as divine entities by each nation.

"Worship the divine weapons?" Lin Yuan looks towards the Minister of Rites.

The ancestral ground of the divine weapons is not in the capital city but several hundred miles away.

Lin Yuan has always been wary of the divine weapon's ancestral ground. Even when he was certain that the Sun-Moon Spear, the guardian divine weapon, was mostly in a dormant state, he was reluctant to approach.

Not long ago, Lin Yuan broke through to the Celestial Realm. To ensure absolute safety, he deliberately left the capital and found a location far from the divine weapon's ancestral ground to achieve the breakthrough.

"I have not been feeling well lately. We shall postpone the ritual to a later date" Lin Yuan casually provided an excuse, deflecting the request.

Rituals for worshiping the divine weapons are part of tradition and cannot be easily altered, even by the emperor.

But being unable to change doesn't mean it cannot be delayed. Lin Yuan isn't refusing to go; it's just that he claims to be unwell and intends to go after some time. Who could say anything about it?"

"Yes" the Minister of Rites replied helplessly and retreated.

"Never mind."

"Whether I live or die, I can't decide."

Sikong Lun had no intention of escaping.

What a joke.

To be able to mobilize over twenty Martial Saints with mysterious power.

How could he escape from the carriage?

Half an hour later, the carriage finally stopped.

Sikong Lun immediately perked up.

Subsequently, the carriage door opened, and a man invited him out.

Sikong Lun glanced at the man.

He looked somewhat familiar, and Sikong Lun quickly recognized him.

This man was one of the Blood Refinement Martial Saints who had acted earlier.

A Blood Refinement Martial Saint, who held such a high position in the thirty-six nations, was now serving as a coachman?

Sikong Lun took a deep breath.

He now had a deeper understanding of the methods of the mastermind behind the scenes.

Stepping down from the carriage, Sikong Lun followed the Blood Refinement Martial Saint coachman into the palace-like residence before him.

In the deepest palace, Sikong Lun saw the mastermind behind the attack.

It was a young man exuding an indescribable noble aura.

Even just sitting there made Sikong Lun feel somewhat ashamed.

"Leave us for now."

Lin Yuan raised his head and waved, instructing the Martial Saint coachman to leave.

"Yes, Master."

The coachman Martial Saint respectfully retreated from the grand hall.

Sikong Lun swallowed nervously.

A Blood Refinement Martial Saint, such a dignified figure, now recognizing this young man as his master?

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, Sikong Lun wouldn't have believed it.

After a moment of silence, Sikong Lun settled his mind and took the initiative to speak.

"I wonder, does Your Excellency have any demands for capturing me?"

At this moment, Sikong Lun also understood that he should have some value to this young man; otherwise, he wouldn't have been brought before him.

"I want to know.." Lin Yuan asked "how does your Anti-God Society resist the Divine Weapons of the thirty-six nations? And what exactly is the 'Evil Weapon'?"

Upon hearing this, Sikong Lun's expression revealed surprise.

He had thought that the young man wanted information about the other main headquarters of the Anti-God Society. Sikong Lun had prepared himself, ready to activate the internal method to commit suicide if Lin Yuan delved into that aspect. He never expected this.

"The Divine Weapons are far beyond our reach as ordinary mortals," Sikong Lun paused for a moment, organizing his words.

"Since ancient times, only Divine Weapons can contend against other Divine Weapons. This is an unchanging rule."

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