My father is a Confucian sage, but the system forces me to be a crude warrior

Chapter 459 An Opportunity in the South China Sea, a Breakthrough in Martial Arts Imminent!
"Hey, let's not be so polite, father and son?"

Zeng Anmin waved his hand, then smiled and took Dongfang Cang's arm, pointing to the Mountain and River Sun and Moon Chariots by the roadside, where the believers and holy sons were:
"Let's go. I've come to pick you up on my father's orders. Today is the perfect opportunity for you to learn about the extraordinary destiny of Xinyu."

Dongfang Cang raised his eyes and looked towards the giant carriage.

A slight pause crossed his eyes.

Then he nodded slowly.

The fact that Zeng An did not come to pick him up in person naturally demonstrated how much the Emperor valued him.

"please."

"Thank you for the Emperor's kindness."

Dongfang Cang smiled, nodded, and got up to chase after the Sun and Moon Mountain and River.

Sitting on the carriage, Zeng Anmin gave up his seat in the main seat to Dongfang Cang.

The two chatted with smiles on their faces.

……

He Dao Palace.

When Dongfang Cang arrived at the Emperor's Palace and saw Zeng Shilin, he...

All my doubts disappeared.

At this moment, he finally understood why Gu Xiangnan had been so respectful and admiring after visiting the Hedao Palace and meeting Zeng Shilin.

Both are of the same rank.

Dongfang Cang is a first-rank sect leader.

Zeng Shilin was appointed to the first rank.

But it was clear that Zeng Shilin's current power was definitely above that of Dongfang Cang!
Especially noteworthy is the seven-colored glass seal that floats above Zeng Shilin's head as he sits cross-legged in the center of the Emperor's Hall.

Although he only glanced at that seal, its oppressive and profound aura pressed down directly on Dongfang Cang.

One glance was enough to sense that the seal had already transcended ordinary divine artifacts and treasures.

Dongfang Cang, with a solemn expression, stood there and gently bowed to Zeng Shilin on the stage:
"Meet the Human Emperor."

He gently cupped his hands in greeting.

Unlike others, he did not perform such a grand ceremony upon seeing Zeng Shilin.

But that's enough.

He hadn't bowed to anyone for over a thousand years.

"There's no need for that, senior."

Zeng Shilin opened his eyes, stepped down from the high platform, personally took Dongfang Cang's arm, and gently lifted him up, his eyes filled with respect for him.

"When I first entered the world of Confucianism and Taoism, I heard about the brilliance of the Eastern predecessors."

"To have been so fortunate to reach the first rank and meet Senior Dongfang, you truly live up to your reputation."

"Your Majesty flatters me." Dongfang Cang straightened up with a smile.

He was very satisfied with Zeng Shilin's attitude.

He could clearly feel that under the blessing of that seal, Zeng Shilin's strength was like the endless waters of the South China Sea, making people dare not underestimate him.

It can be said that Zeng Shilin is the god within the Xinyu Hedao Palace.

They are stronger than him, yet they still value him so much; at the very least, the attitude of the father and son speaks volumes.

"Well, the reason I invited Senior Dongfang here today is to ask you to serve as a Grand Elder alongside me, Xinyu."

Zeng Shilin's gaze was solemn: "Now that the Heavenly Dao has been altered, the survival of the human race is in grave danger. If our human race's extraordinary individuals do not protect our people, I'm afraid the entire world will be in dire need of help."

"I am well aware of the Emperor's worries."

Dongfang Cang's expression also turned solemn: "I just wonder how the fate of the Xinyu Kingdom compares to that of the Shengjiang Kingdom?"

Dongfang Cang has benefited from the protection of the nation's destiny.

At least before Xu Huai defied the laws of heaven, Dongfang Cang was blessed by the national fortune of the Jiang Kingdom.

He is second to none at the same level, and if he goes all out, he is even confident that he can defeat a first-grade demon emperor.

"I just don't know the rank of Elder Xinyu..."

Dongfang Cang only said half of what he wanted to say.

How could Zeng Shilin not understand?

He laughed heartily: "You'll know once you try!"

After saying that, he reached out and swung his hand sharply at the seal high up in the Daoist Palace.

Then, countless golden threads, like raindrops, came from the seal towards the eastern sky!

"boom!!!"

After the golden specks were scattered all over Dongfang Cang.

It was as if thunder had descended upon the world.

Zeng Anmin could clearly sense that Dongfang Cang in front of him... was different!

But he couldn't say exactly where it was.

Dongfang Cang's eyes were tightly closed.

His body was trembling slightly.

"Today, Dongfang Cang is hereby appointed as the Grand Elder of Xinyu. From this day forward, you are expected to keep in mind the protection of the human race's flame and never let down the people!"

Zeng Shilin's resounding voice faded away.

Dongfang Cang opened his eyes.

Those weathered eyes were now filled with complex emotions.

He looked at Zeng Shilin for a long time, then bowed deeply:
"I obey the Emperor's decree!!"

The words were filled with admiration!
As a first-rank official, he was not far behind Zeng Shilin.

He could sense that Zeng Shilin, after being conferred the title, had done something that others didn't know.

…………

"Elder, how much has your strength increased since you acquired the national fortune of Xinyu?"

Zeng Anmin looked at Dongfang Cang in front of him with great curiosity.

At this moment, the two had just stepped out of the Emperor's Palace.

Dongfang Cang raised an eyebrow slightly, then sighed:

"The national fortune of Xinyu is the most prosperous I have ever seen."

"The conferment of the Grand Elder's title has increased my strength by...40%!"

At this point, his eyes were filled with astonishment:
"The fate of the Xinyu Kingdom is even more miraculous than that of the Jiang Kingdom."

"The strength of Jiang Kingdom's national fortune lies in my methods of defending against enemies, while the strength of Xinyu Kingdom's national fortune directly enhances my combat power..."

"How about it? Calling me Elder Xinyu isn't an insult to you, is it?"

Zeng Anmin smiled and raised an eyebrow at Dongfang Cang.

Dongfang Cang shook his head: "That's true."

"So there's something I need to discuss with you."

Zeng Anmin's expression turned serious as he stared directly at Dongfang Cangdao:

"These are my father's exact words. He said that after you come to bestow the title, he will have you take me to the South China Sea."

Upon hearing this, Dongfang Cang's eyes lit up slightly.

Then, his gaze became intense as he looked at Zeng Anmin and said:
"Figured out?"

Zeng Anmin was stunned for a moment.

"What have you figured out?"

“Back when you were in Nanjiang, I knew that your spiritual power was far beyond that of ordinary people.”

"That's why I'm telling you that a barbarian god is sealed in the South China Sea, and I want to take you there with me."

Dongfang Cang spoke up to remind Zeng Anmin.

Zeng Anmin suddenly realized: "You mean this? What a coincidence! We've just come at the right time. If you ask me, we can set off right now!"

……

Dongfang Cang reacted, his expression slightly surprised:
"So, the Emperor's intention is to have me and the Holy Son serve as guards?"

Zeng Anmin grinned and said, "You could say that."

"Haha." Dongfang Cang burst into laughter after his initial astonishment: "Interesting, very interesting!!"

Dongfang Cang, a first-rank official, had never encountered anything like this in his entire life.

To be someone's bodyguard?
The last time he worked as a doorman was over a thousand years ago.

What I saw was the gate to Jiang Taizu's camp.

"Let's get ready and set off now."

Zeng Anmin was somewhat impatient.

If the opportunity my father mentioned can truly allow him to break through his martial arts level...

He was confident that he could go to the Ten Thousand Demon Mountains to fight against Master Xu and the Daoist leader for the demon race.

After all, he had Elder Xinyu by his side.

………………

It lasted for seven days.

Zeng Anmin and Dongfang Cang finally traveled from the Central Plains to the southernmost part of the Nine Provinces.

"Don't even mention it, even if you asked us martial artists, we wouldn't know how to deal with this thing even if we racked our brains."

Standing atop a huge black lotus platform.

Zeng Anmin stared at the lotus petals swaying in the wind at his feet, clicking his tongue in amazement:

"Should this be called a magical artifact?"

Dongfang Cang glanced at Zeng Anmin:

"This was something I achieved through self-enlightenment after entering the third rank, using the lotus platform method of the Buddhas. It was nurtured by a breath of innate spiritual energy and further supplemented by the spiritual power within my body."

As he said this, he slightly raised his aged face, a hint of pride showing between his brows:
"Not only does it have the ability to fly, but it can also be used to defend against enemies."

"awesome."

Zeng Anmin sighed and said, "It must have been because Emperor Jiang Taizu valued the Grand Elder's unparalleled talent that he invited him to come out of seclusion seven times, which led to this legendary tale!"

……

Dongfang Cang's lips twitched.

He looked up into the distance with a blank expression and said, "I suppose so."

The atmosphere became somewhat eerie.

Zeng Anmin noticed. "What? Did I say something wrong?"

He looked up at Dongfang Cang with curiosity.

"Don't mention that." Dongfang Cang glanced at Zeng Anmin, then pointed ahead and said, "Beyond Qingyun Mountain lies the shore of the South China Sea."

"Be careful, this place in the South China Sea is extremely strange."

“Alright!” Zeng Anmin’s expression turned serious, and then he looked solemnly at the mountain in front of him.

Towering into the clouds.

Continuously.

The highest peak was actually much higher than the altitude they were currently flying at.

"The Qingyun Mountains are the second largest mountain range in the Nine Provinces Continent."

"There are also demons in the mountains, but none of them are of any real importance. They are just shrimp soldiers and crab generals who followed the Kunpeng Ancestor of the demon race after he went to the South China Sea."

As Dongfang Cang introduced the area to Zeng Anmin, he pointed to the mountain range beneath their feet:
“Look, that monkey in the tree is a fourth-grade demon king, which is already a top-tier combat force in this Qingyun Mountain.”

Oh?
Zeng Anmin's eyes widened slightly for a moment, then he looked towards the mountains.

Then they saw a giant ape with arms that were two zhang long standing on a tree, baring its teeth at the two people in the clouds.

"Haha! This little monkey is quite amusing."

Zeng Anmin was amused by the monkey's appearance.

"Don't worry about it. These demons are exposed to the essence of heaven and earth day and night. They are ignorant of worldly affairs and have low intelligence."

Dongfang Cang's face turned solemn.

By this time, the two had already flown over the highest mountain peak.

"The area ahead is what we need to be careful of. I'm about to unleash my spiritual power to break through the barrier of the secret realm. Hold on tight!"

"it is good."

Zeng Anmin took a deep breath.

Dongfang Cang's expression turned solemn, and then he slowly raised his right hand.

A black dot of light gathered between his index fingers.

Take a breath.

Two breaths.

Three breaths.

Three breaths had passed when Dongfang Cang narrowed his eyes: "Now!"

"boom!!!"

He flicked the black dot between his fingers with a light touch.

"Chirp!!"

It transformed into an extremely thin ray and headed forward.

only……

The imagined barrier did not materialize.

The black line went straight ahead.

No obstacles were encountered...

Until Dongfang Cang could no longer sense the black line between his fingers.

His aged face turned blank: "Where is the barrier of the secret realm...?"

This was Zeng Anmin's first visit.

He was somewhat confused.

The black lotus beneath it encountered no resistance whatsoever, easily traversing the air.

Until the two crossed the towering mountain peak, their view was no longer obstructed...

Zeng Anmin finally saw the true face of the South China Sea.

but……

Both of them froze in shock.

"That is……"

Dongfang Cang's pupils suddenly contracted.

Zeng Anmin's eyes also showed a sense of bewilderment.

Where is the South China Sea ahead?

It was clearly an endless abyss!

Not a drop of water!

All that remained were countless fish corpses in that abyss!

"This...is this the South China Sea??"

Zeng Anmin remained silent for a moment, then looked at Dongfang Cang.

Dongfang Cang stared intently at the abyss.

"Where's the water?! Where's the barrier?!"

The question Zeng Anmin asked was also the question Dongfang Cang wanted to ask.

Yes.

What about Kunpeng?

"Kunpeng Demon Emperor!!"

Dongfang Cang shouted.

His voice, amplified by spiritual energy, sounded like rolling thunder, spreading outwards from the boundless abyss.

Waited for a while.

No response.

Dongfang Cang's expression turned extremely solemn:

"The Kunpeng Demon Emperor has also disappeared."

"So, what happened?"

Zeng Anmin looked up and gazed at Dongfang Cang.

Dongfang Cang squinted his eyes: "I told you before that when the Jiang and Sheng dynasties were first established, I came here with Xu Huai, Emperor Jiang, and Emperor Sheng."

"Upon entering the secret realm of the South China Sea, we encountered a Kunpeng at the Demon Emperor realm. He told us that an ancient savage god was being suppressed deep within the South China Sea..."

"You mean, the primal god has broken the seal??"

Zeng Anmin's pupils contracted.

Then I felt the hairs on my body stand on end!

Barbarian God...

Although it certainly sounds inferior to the ancestral gods who are the masters of the Five Great Heavenly Dao Diagrams.

But he must be stronger than a first-rank martial artist!
It's important to know that once a martial artist breaks through to the first rank and becomes a super-rank martial artist, they are also qualified to be called a martial god...

"That should be the case..."

Dongfang Cang stared at the enormous abyss:

"Without seawater, the South China Sea is a terrifying abyss."

At this point, he slowly raised his head and looked at Zeng Anmin:
"God is an existence that transcends the first rank."

"Only in this way can we explain why the Kunpeng and the waters of the South China Sea have all disappeared."

“Kunpeng was eaten by the barbarian god…” Zeng Anmin wanted to say “eaten”, but he couldn’t bring himself to say it.

He had met the First-Rank Demon Emperor.

He also knew how terrifying the Demon Emperor's power was.

But... this existence simply vanished into thin air...

"That's the only explanation."

Dongfang Cang felt his voice was somewhat weak.

After a long silence, he looked at Zeng Anmin and said:
"The savage god has broken through the seal. Whether this is good or bad, or whether he is friend or foe, is unknown."

"Now is the time to return to the Dao Harmony Palace and deliver this message to the Emperor."

"The Human Emperor was the eighth disciple of the Confucian sage."

"If he can get the Confucian sage to intervene, then he will have no worries."

Zeng Anmin frowned.

"But we've been here for so long. If a barbarian god had truly broken the seal, with His power He would surely have sensed us by now. Why haven't we seen any sign of it yet?"

Dongfang Cang's brows furrowed tightly.

He stared at the abyss beneath his feet.

"Furthermore, my father also said that there is an opportunity here." Zeng Anmin stared at Dongfang Cang for a while:

"Should we go down and take a look?"

That's why Zeng Anmin said that.

It was because he sensed the black aura permeating the abyss, a aura whose features were obscured.

It has a fatal attraction for him!!

His martial arts aura told him that as long as he could absorb that black energy, he could break through his rank and acquire new attributes!
He didn't want to miss it.

Dongfang Cang instinctively wanted to refuse.

He had no desire to take any risks.

"Perhaps it contains the longevity elixir you're looking for."

Zeng Anmin's words were immediately followed by...

Dongfang Cang's initial hesitation began to fade away.

"That's right. The strangeness here may not necessarily be because the barbarian god has broken through the seal."

"Perhaps it's the Kunpeng causing trouble."

Dongfang Cang considered it for a moment.

He believed that with his current position as the Grand Elder, he would definitely be able to fight against Kunpeng, who was at the Demon Emperor Realm.

"it is good."

There was a hint of solemnity in Dongfang Cang's voice.

(End of this chapter)