Chapter 1339: 1331: A Tremendous Upheaval

"Let’s not discuss the Immortal Treasure Pavilion for now. His Majesty has ordered the unification of the Xuan Universe. We must devise a method to quickly conquer all forces!"Bai Qi said in a deep voice.

The Xuan Universe is vast. Even a martial artist at the rule domain level would take several months to traverse it, while those below the Saint Realm would take decades, if not longer.

The large area has become a major constraint on the development of the Qin Dynasty.

Time!

The Qin Dynasty is desperately lacking time.

If the Qin Dynasty had no formidable enemies, it could use conventional means to slowly occupy the Xuan Universe. But will the Immortal Treasure Pavilion give the Qin Dynasty enough time?

"The palace in Xuan City can directly connect to corresponding civilizations. We can issue a decree of allegiance—anyone who submits to the Qin Dynasty can obtain a cultivation technique at the rule domain level!"

Xiang Yu thought for a moment and then said with a smile.

He was wearing armor, holding the Overlord Spear. His long black hair moved despite the absence of wind, and his eyes reflected an imperious gaze, with a hint of domineering intent to subdue the world.

"Tempt them with benefits!"

"This method is good, but what if we encounter those who refuse to submit?"

Huo Qubing asked.

"Kill!"

From the main seat came Bai Qi’s cold voice, filled with suffocating killing intent, making everyone feel as if surrounded by a sea of blood, witnessing countless souls.

Soon, the generals regained their normal composure, revealing cold smiles.

Kill!

It’s undoubtedly the simplest and most brutal method!

Success in battle comes at great cost!

Especially for a nation, how can one reach the summit without stepping on countless bones?

That day, letters of allegiance spread across the major civilizations in the Xuan Universe, creating a sensation. Some frowned, some were tempted, and some showed a ferocious expression...

Rising Cloud Realm, ranked eighth in the Xuan Universe, is a civilization of cultivation, not well-known but avoided by all.

Within the realm, there’s a mountain of Tao.

Atop the mountain, there’s a Taoist temple named Clear Heart View. There aren’t many people in the temple, only over a thousand, dressed in black and white Taoist robes, holding sharp swords, practicing in the morning, each move revealing a mystical power.

At this moment, inside a certain grand hall, four old Taoists sat solemnly, holding horsetail whisks.

"Boundless Heavenly Lord, the Qin Dynasty wants to unify the Xuan Universe. What should we do?"

The head of Clear Heart View asked from the main seat.

"Unity and division are inevitable over time; no one can escape it!"

Another old Taoist said, "The Qin Dynasty’s unification of the Xuan Universe is just the result of the dao’s operation; since it’s the dao, we naturally must follow it!"

The head of Clear Heart View nodded: "In that case, Clear Heart View will accept the decree of allegiance!"

"Boundless Heavenly Lord!"

The three old Taoists smiled faintly, casting aside their worries.

...

Sky Boulder World!

Ranked fifth in the Xuan Universe’s civilizations.

The inhabitants of this realm are the Great Strength Ape Clan, known for their strength, with long arms. Even those without cultivation have the power to split mountains and rivers.

"Alas!"

"Failed again!"

In a secret chamber, the Great Strength Ape Clan Leader opened his eyes, showing a hint of disappointment. This was his ninth attempt to break through to the rule domain, all ending in failure.

After a moment of frustration, the Great Strength Ape Clan Leader stood up to get some fresh air.

Crunch!

The heavy stone door had just opened when he saw an elder running over excitedly, shouting, "Clan Leader, great news! Great news!"

The Great Strength Ape Clan Leader’s face darkened. He had failed to break through, and yet this one seemed overly joyful!

Suppressing the urge to slap the elder, the Clan Leader asked sullenly, "What is it?"

While speaking, he secretly decided that if the news wasn’t good, he would make sure the elder learned why the flowers are so red.

"Clan Leader, the Qin Dynasty has issued a decree of allegiance. As long as we submit to the Qin Dynasty, we’ll obtain the cultivation technique to break through to the rule domain!" the elder reported quickly, waving the decree.

"This..."

The Great Strength Ape Clan Leader looked shocked. He hurriedly took the decree, and after reading it, his facial expression became quite complex.

The Qin Dynasty wanting the Great Strength Ape Clan to submit was fundamentally a sad and angry affair, yet deep down, he felt a bit excited and anticipatory.

Am I not being a proper Clan Leader?

The Great Strength Ape Clan Leader rubbed his chin, falling into self-doubt.

"Clan Leader, shall we submit?" the elder asked eagerly.

The Great Strength Ape Clan Leader’s face turned grim as he said fiercely, "This Qin Dynasty is simply outrageous, but... considering the cultivation technique, I’ll reluctantly surrender!"

After speaking, he showed a somewhat embarrassed smile.

Aye.

Too ashamed.

It’s not that this Clan Leader lacks resolve, but the Qin Dynasty offered too much.

...

Some submit!

Naturally, some oppose!

"Clan Leader, this so-called Qin Dynasty, thinking it can make us submit with a mere decree of allegiance, is dreaming!"

In the supreme hall of the Wan Tang Realm, a middle-aged man in a black robe said disdainfully.

Beside him sat the Tang Clan’s senior members, their expressions varied.

"The Great Elder is right. Our Tang Clan has stood in the Xuan Universe for billions of years; how can we submit to the Qin Dynasty?"

A young elder echoed, eyes full of disdain.

"That’s not entirely accurate. The Qin Dynasty has been attacking Xuan City for days, yet the Immortal Treasure Pavilion and the Ten Thousand Slaughter Hall remain silent. This shows the complexity of the Qin Dynasty!"

The Second Elder beside the Great Elder spoke sternly.

But his words didn’t invoke caution and instead provoked the Great Elder’s displeasure: "Second Elder, you grow more timid with age. Look at your cowardly demeanor; it harms the dignity of our Tang Clan!"

The Second Elder became furious: "Fool, our clan’s in peril, and you twist the facts!"

The Great Elder smiled disdainfully, "Our Tang Clan is invincible; where’s the danger?"

Regarding the Great Elder and Second Elder’s arguments, those present seemed unconcerned; after all, concerning clan matters, the two never reached consensus.

"Enough!"

From the main seat, the Tang Clan Leader shouted angrily, stopping the two from fighting.

The Great Elder smiled slightly, bowing his hands and asked, "Clan Leader, do you think our Tang Clan should submit to the Qin Dynasty?"

The Tang Clan Leader frowned and pondered, "We cannot!"

He was the clan leader and needed the support of the elders; if he antagonized the Great Elder, his position wouldn’t be secure.

Besides, he held onto a glimmer of hope—the Qin Dynasty couldn’t possibly declare war just because the Tang Clan didn’t submit!

Witnessing this scene, the Second Elder felt utterly desolate.

He thought the Tang Clan was doomed.

The Qin Dynasty risked offending the Immortal Treasure Pavilion and the Ten Thousand Slaughter Hall to forcefully occupy Xuan City, all in preparation for the unification of the Xuan Universe.

The world knew only by pacifying these two superpowers can the unification of the Xuan Universe be achieved.

If the Qin Dynasty wasn’t aiming for unification, why stir up trouble?

Alas, this shallow principle eluded both the Clan Leader and the Great Elder.

"Perhaps I should consider finding an exit!"

The Second Elder thought privately.

Previously, he endured repeatedly for the tribe’s prosperity. Now, at the brink of life or death, he couldn’t bear it any longer; it was time to save himself!