The Strongest Mythical Emperor-Chapter 171 Luxurious Line-up

General of the Curtain-Raising!

Sha Wujing!

Qin Jun excitedly watched the burly monk standing in front of the inn’s main door, who, although called a monk, actually resembled a rugged brute more.

A master of the ninth level of the Immortal Realm, absolutely an invincible existence capable of sweeping the entire Nanzhuo Dynasty!

Even Xu Guiku, who’s but a first-level Earth Immortal, could rank within the top twenty. Qin Jun could hardly believe that there were monks above the fifth level of the Immortal Realm stationed within the Nanzhuo Dynasty.

"Your Highness, be careful, this person may be no weaker than me!"

Evening Star stared intently at Sha Wujing as he spoke. His words shocked everyone around him.

Although Evening Star rarely took action, as Li Bai’s master and acclaimed by Qin Jun as the strongest in their group, not even Li Yuanba had challenged him. Such an existence was unimaginable to most, but now here was another who was no weaker than Evening Star, which was hard for them to believe.

Sha Wujing scanned the inn, and his gaze quickly landed on Qin Jun, his eyes lighting up as he approached.

A loyalty level of ninety-eight was more than enough for Qin Jun to place deep trust in him, especially since not even Evening Star had such a high level of loyalty.

"What do you want to do!"

Li Yuanba quickly positioned himself in front of Qin Jun and spoke in an unfriendly tone. Although he felt an oppressive aura emanating from Sha Wujing, his full loyalty meant he did not fear and was resolved to protect Qin Jun to his death.

"Amitabha, the benefactor’s malevolent aura is heavy, no less so than Yuanba," Fa Hai muttered, staring at Sha Wujing.

Sha Wujing had consumed countless people in the Flowing Sand River, and the malevolence generated from eating people surpassed that of killing.

Li Bai, Daji, Roaring Sky Dog, and Li all looked on with guarded expressions at the red-haired brute. Qin Jun wondered whether the current Sha Wujing was from the Flowing Sand River or from his journey to the west.

But since he was known as Sha Wujing, it was clear that he came from the west-going journey, having recently left the Flowing Sand River judging by his heavy aura of malevolence.

"Greetings, Your Highness, I am Sha Wujing, specially come to serve under Your Highness!"

Sha Wujing greeted Qin Jun with a clasped hands and a smile, startling everyone, who turned their gaze towards Qin Jun, including the other cultivators. Could this impressive-looking man really be here to serve under Qin Jun?

Evening Star frowned before calculating with his fingers, his face revealing a look of disbelief.

Li Bai and the others watched Qin Jun in surprise. Could he have truly won over another powerful being?

"Wujing, I’ve been waiting for you for a long time, come have a seat!" Qin Jun said with a smile, gesturing to Sha Wujing to take the chair next to him.

Despite Sha Wujing’s honest and straightforward nature, his strength was evident. Qin Jun did not want to make him feel snubbed and possibly reduce his loyalty.

And so, under the astonished and questioning glances of Li Bai and others, Sha Wujing sat down next to Qin Jun.

Subsequently, Qin Jun introduced everyone to each other. Sha Wujing also explained why he came to seek Qin Jun. He had spent years cultivating in the Flowing Sand River, and an ancestor of Qin Jun’s mother had once helped him when he was still mortal. Unable to repay the kindness then, he made a promise to help the benefactor’s descendants in the future.

Where the Flowing Sand River is nobody knows, and nobody knows about the ancestors of Qin Jun’s mother either, because as of today, only Qin Jun is left, and there’s no way to verify the past.

"The system is really something, all thanks to the blessings created by my ancestors."

Qin Jun reflected inwardly, while behind him, Qin Yun’s heart was even more troubled. They both had the same father, yet the experiences of their mother’s ancestors resulted in vastly different lives for them. Oh, the heavens!

"Let’s continue discussing which four will accompany us to the imperial city. Wujing certainly must come with me," Qin Jun laughed. The statement undeniably elevated Sha Wujing’s status, implying that he was even stronger than Evening Star.

Evening Star wasn’t angry, as he could see at a glance that Sha Wujing was stronger than him, so he was curious if such a strong person would truly serve a young man because of a promise made a long time ago.

"That man has a terrifying aura. Have you noticed the treasured staff in his hand?"

"Joining the Little Overlord? Rumor has it that the Little Overlord always manages to attract strong people to follow him, and it seems to be true."

"Pfft! They’ve obviously been in cahoots from the start, just putting on a mysterious facade for show."

"Humph! This child is sure to die young, too much of a threat he poses!"

"If Li Yuanba betrays him in the upcoming competition, his fate is sealed!"

The cultivators discussed among themselves, with voices of admiration, shock, questioning, and ridicule.

A tea’s time passed quickly.

After deliberation, it was decided that Sha Wujing, Li Bai, Evening Star, and Daji would accompany them to the imperial city. Li’s identity as a Dragon Clan member was too sensitive, and if discovered, it could easily draw the covetous eyes of other powerful beings.

With Sha Wujing, Evening Star, Li Yuanba, Roaring Sky Dog, Daji, and Li Bai, plus Black and White Impermanence ever-ready to call upon, such an impressive combination made Qin Jun feel like he could act with impunity.

EVEN if Star Lodge’s Li Mengjia showed up, or the Demonic Suppression Sect discovered it was him who killed Zhang Lun, or the matters with the Sword Hall surfaced, he wouldn’t be afraid!

Damn, he could literally flatten the imperial city!

Thinking this way, Qin Jun’s heart grew hot and his eyes showed a glint of ambition, causing Qin Yun and Jia Xun to feel oddly apprehensive.

For some reason, they both had the illusion that Qin Jun had changed into someone else, becoming even more domineering and confident, akin to facing the Qian Emperor himself.

"Your Highness, you must not lose control of your state of mind," Evening Star reminded profoundly, snapping Qin Jun back to reality.

Although he now had the strength to confront the imperial city, if he truly offended the Nanzhuo Dynasty, he would also suffer.

After all, they had the Qianyue Kingdom standing behind them. He might win with high-end power, but he surely couldn’t beat them in terms of average strength and numbers.

"Forget it. Unless absolutely necessary, I won’t expose my strength."

Qin Jun thought to himself but remained at ease, free from any pressures.

The upcoming Hidden Dragon Martial Arts Competition would be his stage to shine.

...

Early the next morning, Qin Jun and the others arrived at the city square for the competition, and the rest of the participants were also waiting there, each accompanied by a follower, creating a somewhat tense atmosphere.

Behind Qin Jun stood Sha Wujing, behind Li Yuanba was Evening Star, behind Qin Yun was Li Bai, and behind Zhu Yanqing was Daji.

Just the sight of the two rows of people gave off an extraordinary aura.

Around noon, Fei Yushu, Xu Guiku, and a group of members from the Sword Hall flew over and landed in front of the teleportation gate.

"Once in the imperial city, we will arrange for you all to stay together. During the competition, even if you’re eliminated, you must wait until it is over before we will send you back; otherwise, you cannot leave the imperial city on your own," Fei Yushu instructed. The participants had no objections.

After all, none of them had any plans on returning. Breaking into the top hundred meant they could freely choose to join one of the Seven Major Sects!

All cultivators who passed the city trial would be courted by the forces of the sects, not only the Seven Major Sects but also the smaller factions in the Nanzhuo Dynasty were stronger than any kingdom, so naturally, they wouldn’t forgo this opportunity.

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