Chapter 696 - 674: Fulfill Your Duty as Monarch Father
Chapter 696: Chapter 674: Fulfill Your Duty as Monarch Father
In this world, the 7th Layer of the Grotto Heaven Realm is the pinnacle of the cultivation realm.
Among those Venerable Guanghua has faced, only those who have stepped into the 7th Layer of the Grotto Heaven Realm warrant his full attention.
In his hands, even individuals at this level are not his opponents, so why would he fear Shen Han?
Moreover, on Shen Han, not a trace of powerful aura could be sensed.
However, this Venerable Guanghua is not the kind of arrogant young fellow.
The Mansion Master of Tongzi Prefecture suffered a significant loss here.
This young person in front of him surely has some means.
As he pondered, the sword shadow fell like rain, already closing in.
The dense sword shadows looked like rain, but they were swifter than raindrops.
Above them, a hint of killing intent lingered.
Originally full of confidence, Venerable Guanghua’s expression changed in an instant.
Immediately, he drew his long sword.
The blade met the sword shadows, the fierce Sword Qi trying to block them.
Yet, after swallowing a few sword shadows, it was instead devoured by them.
In just a few breaths, the situation seemed amiss.
The previously boastful Venerable Guanghua.
Claiming that none but Chengfeng Taoist could force him to draw his sword...
These words, solemn when mentioned.
But now they seemed utterly ridiculous.
Boasting so grandly, yet in a single face-to-face encounter, his sword was already drawn.
And those watching around, witnessing this scene, felt their hearts churning endlessly.
Especially those who understood the depth of Venerable Guanghua’s power, their faces showed even more astonishment.
With Venerable Guanghua’s sword drawn, it indicated that Shen Han was already an opponent on his level!
Those previously speaking idle gossip now all fell silent.
The face of that Venerable Guanghua no longer bore the former ease.
Instead, his old face was now intensely serious.
Having delved into the Sword Dao for many years, how could he not perceive Shen Han’s strength?
In the blink of an eye, Shen Han had already moved.
With the power of the 7th Layer of the Grotto Heaven Realm, Shen Han accorded him due respect.
The "Lonely Peak Snow-Treading Step" was executed, and under the dazzling firelight, Shen Han’s figure was more elusive than a specter.
Executing Body Techniques, it was already difficult to capture Shen Han’s figure.
Moreover, the surrounding firelight flickered intermittently, making it even harder to see clearly.
Venerable Guanghua’s face grew increasingly solemn.
He not only found Shen Han’s figure hard to capture with his eyes, but Shen Han, cultivating the Old Method, did not exude aura like those practicing the New Method.
Before making a move, capturing Shen Han’s figure was truly arduous.
While he searched, Shen Han struck.
The blade cleaved, with the Misty Sword Intent imbued within.
Countless feints and real moves mixed, surging towards Venerable Guanghua.
Let alone blocking, Venerable Guanghua realized he was already too slow in perceiving Shen Han’s attack.
The blades clashed, barely stopping the attack.
But the pressure left Venerable Guanghua breathless.
Blood began to seep from his arms.
Venerable Guanghua dared not wait for Shen Han to unleash another move on him.
He even somewhat regretted why he chose to come here after nightfall.
The gleaming cold light of the sword blade no longer aided him, but instead shivered him with fear.
In his gaze, there was no seriousness, only gravity.
This legendary figure, Venerable Guanghua, now somewhat lacked the demeanor of a high master.
Like a restless monkey, he kept shifting his position.
Trying to evade Shen Han’s attacks.
But in a flash, countless Sword Qi surged towards him.
The terrifying Sword Qi seemed to engulf him upon contact.
Under the flickering firelight, Venerable Guanghua could hardly see the charging Sword Qi.
The next moment, several Sword Qi struck him.
Blood sprayed out instantly.
And this notable Sword Dao expert, with the demeanor of a master, swiftly plummeted from the sky.
All those claims of pursuing the pinnacle of swords, of no one being able to force him to draw his sword...
With reality before their eyes, those words were just a joke.
Seeing the fallen Venerable Guanghua, even those who came with him from Treasure Moon Palace dared not approach.
Shen Han landed on the ground, leisurely walking to his front.
On the flat ground, Venerable Guanghua’s body had created a large pit.
Though those at the 7th Layer of the Grotto Heaven Realm had lesser body resilience compared to Shen Han, who cultivated the Old Method, they weren’t too weak either.
Falling from the sky, the injuries wouldn’t be too severe.
Instead, Shen Han’s Sword Qi wounded him more deeply.
Looking at Venerable Guanghua before him, Shen Han shook his head somewhat helplessly.
"The world is vast, but the arrogant die faster than the foolish."
From the moment he embarked on the cultivation path, Shen Han constantly reminded himself in his heart.
How many in the world have perished due to arrogance.
It is precisely this awareness that made Shen Han cautious at every step, attentive at all times.
This allowed him to reach his current state without significant peril.
Hearing Shen Han’s voice, Venerable Guanghua struggled to open his eyes.
His face was bloodstained, yet he still had something to ask.
"Are these sword techniques considered... ultimate..."
He seemed genuinely obsessed with the sword, even in such a state, he couldn’t help but inquire about Shen Han’s sword techniques.
In an instant, Shen Han felt somewhat moved.
In comparison, he never had such an obsession with the Sword Dao, only considering it a tool...
"These sword techniques are still far from perfection.
I am still lacking, much farther than you."
Shen Han replied softly.
Hearing this, a faint smile appeared on the face of Venerable Guanghua.
"I understand now, I understand...
You are not far, not far..."
Their conversation was quiet, yet in the night, it echoed everywhere.
Shen Han did not go for the kill and simply returned to the courtyard.
"Disperse now."
The silent crowd seemed to be released from a spell, finally able to move.
Many people began to quickly flee.
On the Treasure Moon Palace’s side, it seemed they had forgotten the wounded Venerable Guanghua.
Those who came along only cared about their own escape.
The Young Master of Treasure Moon Palace, who wanted to avenge his sister, fled without looking back.
He felt fortunate, fortunate that he didn’t actually engage Shen Han in battle then.
If he had fought Shen Han before Venerable Guanghua,
he would have undoubtedly perished.
In less than a quarter of an hour, the spectators had vanished without a trace.
Shen Han saw that the people of Treasure Moon Palace ignored Venerable Guanghua, hesitated for a moment, and looked toward the Eldest Prince in the distance.
Of course, now he was already the Sovereign of Lingxiu Country.
"Go and bring back Venerable Guanghua to make him your Guardian of this world."
Since Shen Han spoke, he naturally nodded and complied immediately.
This Venerable Guanghua was devoted to the Sword Dao and did not value other things.
Many people wanted to win him over, but no one had the means.
But today, after crossing swords with Shen Han, perhaps it’s possible...
After this duel, the people of Lingxiu Country fully recognized Shen Han’s strength.
Shen Han was much stronger than they had imagined.
The attendants around now bowed their heads even lower when encountering Shen Han.
Though they felt Shen Han was not so violent and would not harshly punish them,
they still felt somewhat fearful and trembling in his presence.
The duel between Shen Han and Venerable Guanghua spread through the land tonight.
By the firelight, they couldn’t see clearly the clash between the two strong men.
But they could tell that Shen Han had not exerted much effort and had defeated Venerable Guanghua.
They couldn’t discern Shen Han’s strength.
But they knew the strength of Venerable Guanghua.
For Shen Han to defeat Venerable Guanghua so easily, his strength was evident.
The night was deep.
Shen Han returned to his room directly to rest, ignoring the turmoil outside.
Even in the Capital City of Lingxiu Country, drastic changes occurred.
The Eldest Prince took the throne as Sovereign, essentially an extension of Shen Han’s power.
Earlier, the Eldest Prince, although capable, struggled to keep the court in line.
But now it was different.
Tonight, Shen Han made everyone in this world understand.
Even Venerable Guanghua was no match, let alone others.
Shen Han was the undeniable top strongman of this world.
Possibly even the number one.
Therefore, with Shen Han’s endorsement, the Eldest Prince’s position as Sovereign would remain unchallenged.
The people of Lingxiu Country should now know that opposing the Eldest Prince was opposing Shen Han.
Their lives might not be up to challenging Shen Han.
After this event, the Eldest Prince clearly felt that his affairs had become much easier.
Previously, issuing orders might encounter resistance.
But from this moment, no one dared delay before him.
With the night past, Shen Han rose early and had some breakfast.
There wasn’t much time, intended to visit River Mountain Sect today.
Elder Si Zhi’s gifted map’s significance was unknown to him yet.
Before leaving, Shen Han went to see the Eldest Prince.
This night, the new Sovereign had been busy.
Though sleepless, his face was full of comfort and ease.
He felt grateful for his previous gamble.
If Shen Han had lost to Treasure Moon Palace, he, as the new Sovereign, would have fallen instantly.
But he bet right.
Seeing Shen Han’s arrival, the new Sovereign immediately stood up.
He even knelt before Shen Han.
He knew very well that Shen Han feared not the Treasure Moon Palace.
In Shen Han’s presence, he had no right to put on airs.
"As Sovereign, no need to kneel to me.
I plan to visit River Mountain Sect, fetch me a map."
Hearing this, the new Sovereign immediately returned to his seat.
He took out a map and handed it to Shen Han, having anticipated this already.
"Does the National Preceptor need others to accompany, for care on the journey?"
Shen Han shook his head, preparing to leave without further words.
After a few steps, he stopped and turned back to him.
"In high position, personal interest comes first, I understand.
I only hope you will care for your citizens well, be a good Monarch Father."