Kamimine

Chapter 103 The Great Golden Crow (Nine Volumes)

The two armies were on the verge of war, their killing intent palpable, and a bloody battle was about to erupt.

Suddenly, the roar of beasts filled the heavens and earth. Even from a distance, one could still feel the surging tide of beasts and the sudden rise of countless beasts.

"what happen?"

The beasts swept across the land, their presence felt even from thousands of miles away, startling the opposing armies.

Even powerful figures like the Mountain Battle Ancestor and the Dawn Sword God looked over in surprise.

"The Wilderness of Taiyi!"

"King of Beasts!"

They can sense greater distances, and their expressions change.

They all sensed the sudden rise of strange beasts in the Taiyi Land, with nearly 100,000-year-old ferocious beasts rising up and howling at the heavens and earth.

Both sides believed that the beast horde would come towards them, but they did not expect that the beast horde would surge into the depths of the Taiyi Land, led by a ferocious beast that was 80,000 to 90,000 years old.

Everyone was shocked; what had happened?

Just as they were filled with astonishment and doubt, a sudden roar came from the Taiyi Land, and the earth shook.

Both the ancient kingdom of Jinwu and the ancient Li royal court felt strong tremors, and some houses and buildings collapsed.

Then, deep within the land of Taiyi, divine light shot up, creating a mirage. There, a golden palace stood, magnificent and imposing, even larger than the Golden Crow Heavenly Capital.

"The capital of the gods?"

Whether it was the ancient kingdom's army or the royal court's soldiers, they were all astonished when they looked up at the mirage appearing in the land of Taiyi.
The golden palace, radiating auspicious energy and enveloped in rosy light, presents a magnificent spectacle. Compared to it, even the Golden Crow Heavenly Capital pales in comparison.

"This is--"

The Dawn Sword God's eyes narrowed as he stared into the depths of the Taiyi Land.

Paradise Lost—

Gao Shan Zhan Zu's expression changed drastically.

"Withdraw the troops! Withdraw!"

Without hesitation, Gao Shan Zhan Zu withdrew his troops and turned to leave.

At a single command, the 100,000-strong army of the Guli royal court immediately retreated, disappearing into the horizon like a receding tide.

Everyone thought that Gaoshan Zhanzu was feigning a retreat, but when Fuxiao Jianshen and the others scanned the area with their divine senses and sent out scouts, they discovered that Gaoshan Zhanzu was indeed leading a large army in retreat.

They came and went like the wind; in a short time, the ancient Li royal court withdrew from the Jinwu ancient kingdom.

"Withdraw the royal palace from the Taiyi land."

Scouts learned that after Gaoshan Zhanzu and the royal army withdrew, they entered the Taiyi land and garrisoned the Wangta Palace.

Paradise Lost.

The Dawn Sword God knew that the High Mountain Battle Ancestor had gone to the Lost Paradise.

What is Paradise Lost?

Liu Chengfeng asked, because in the strange phenomenon of the stone eye, the Zen God of Mount Tai had told him about the lost paradise.

"Paradise Lost is a lost land in the Land of the Great Relics, which contains countless treasures of nature."

"Legend has it that the Zen God of Mount Tai entered the Lost Paradise by chance and obtained all the treasures of the world, which gave him the capital to embark on the path of becoming a god."

"Paradise Lost, where wondrous fruits grow, spiritual stones flourish, primordial mud is nurtured, and the seeds of the Great Dao are cultivated."

"Legend has it that the Zen God of Mount Tai abducted all the treasures of nature, sealed them away after being deified, and will open them again when they are ripe."

"It seems that we've matured now."

The Dawn Sword God calculated with his fingers, and the timing matched.

"This is the place where treasures grow."

Liu Chengfeng understood. No wonder the Zen Master of Mount Tai said that the "Six Zen Mind Methods" could open the Lost Paradise; it turned out that he had sealed it himself.

"All the resources needed by cultivators are available here; the land is rich in natural treasures and mineral resources."

The Dawn Sword God nodded.

With Paradise Lost open, it's no wonder that Gao Shan Zhan Zu withdrew his troops; he wanted to occupy Paradise Lost first.

Liu Chengfeng felt a chill run down his spine. Could the gray sky that his cheap aunt had mentioned be in Paradise Lost?

"Your Majesty, we must seize the Lost Paradise and not strengthen the power of the Ancient Li Kingdom."

The eldest aunt, Dugu Fenghuang, was the first to stand up. She was the one who most steadfastly defended the Golden Crow Kingdom and was also the most hostile to the Ancient Li Royal Court.

The ancient kingdom of Jinwu and the royal court of Guli have been at war for 100,000 years, all for the sake of seizing the land of Taiyi and competing for the resources needed by cultivators.

Hua Tianbao, a creature from the Lost Paradise, certainly wouldn't want to miss out. If he could seize the Ancient Li Kingdom, he could seize the Golden Crow Kingdom as well.

“I can take back Paradise, but I must first open up the ancestral land.”

Liu Chengfeng also wanted to enter the Lost Paradise to see if the gray sky he was looking for was there.

Before that, he had to enter the ancestral land, open the Golden Crow Palace, and take a look at the old man's legacy, which was also the purpose of his trip.

Liu Chengfeng's request was agreed upon by the Dawn Sword God and the old aunt Dugu Fenghuang, as it was something that had been agreed upon beforehand.

Now that Liu Chengfeng is the emperor, he has agreed, and the Tiger Clan, Ape Clan, and Crane Clan cannot object.

After reaching a consensus, the four major clans activated the ancestral land array and opened the ancestral land gate.

The grand array lit up, the ancestral land gate opened, and an incomparably abundant spiritual energy rushed in, pouring out like a surging river.

Liu Chengfeng and his group entered the ancestral land, where Dawn Sword God, Dugu Phoenix, and others were present.

Upon entering the ancestral land, one sees a sun hanging high, pouring down endless solar fire.

The entire ancestral land was engulfed and submerged by flames, becoming a sea of ​​fire.

However, being in the ancestral land, the high temperature did not feel terrifying; on the contrary, it was somewhat cool.

Upon closer inspection, the sun hanging high in the sky was actually formed from spiritual energy; it was the foundation of the ancestral land and the location of the Spirit Pool.

Liu Chengfeng was shocked. Was this a way to refine a source of the sun into a spirit pool, or a way to refine a spirit pool into a sun?

Regardless of the method, only the Supreme God can accomplish this.

Although the ancestral land was engulfed in flames, there were oases, and within these oases stood magnificent palaces and halls.

The Dawn Sword God told Liu Chengfeng that anyone who had made great contributions to the ancient kingdom could, if permitted, enter the oasis to cultivate for a period of time and reside there.

"I want, too."

Liu Chengfeng was at ease. Who wouldn't want to cultivate in such a wonderful place, where spiritual energy was readily available?

Deep within the ancestral land, in an oasis, stands an ancient temple, more ancient and magnificent than the ancient temples and buildings of other oases.

The ancient temple is surrounded by seals and shrouded in divine light, making it impossible to open.

"This is the Golden Crow Palace."

The Dawn Sword God announced this, and everyone looked at Liu Chengfeng.

Back then, when the Crown Prince was forced away by the three old generals, he sealed the Golden Crow Palace left behind by his father, the Golden Crow God, in a fit of rage.

From then on, no one was able to enter the Golden Crow Palace. Even the descendants of the Dawn Sword God did not know what treasures were locked inside, and could only guess.

As they approached the Golden Crow Palace, the mountain spirit in their chest became burning hot.

Liu Chengfeng was suddenly inspired. He held the Mountain Spirit Coin in his hand, poured his blood energy into it, activated the runes within, and the power of the five elements emerged.

As the light burst forth, runes shot out and were imprinted into the seal of the Golden Crow Palace, connecting with the runes within.

The seal's light surged, and the runes began to align.

"open--"

With a loud shout from Liu Chengfeng, a creaking sound rang out, and the gates of the Golden Crow Palace slowly opened.

"It's open—"

He Qingying and Feng Shaohuang couldn't help but shout with delight.

The group quickly entered the Golden Crow Palace, where they were greeted by a scene of divine light and the lowing of divine sounds.

Within the palace, countless treasures and scrolls of secret manuals are locked away.

Divine armor covered the sky, and roars rose and fell like the fury of a real dragon.

Its feathers fluttered lightly, like a crane gracefully dancing across the heavens and earth.

There are also endless tiger roars, and a single hammer blow sinks like a vast ocean.

…………

There are also scrolls of secret manuals, and even though they are sealed inside, divine sounds still resound and divine script flows with luster.

"Crocodile Heavenly Armor, Feathered Dance Divine Feathers, Ancestral Ape Cauldron, Tiger-Hand Hammer..."

The old aunt Dugu Fenghuang was shocked as she looked at these divine treasures. These were names she had known since childhood, but she had never seen them before.

"Tiger Roar Heavenly Skill, Sacred Ape Heart Method, Nine Dances of the Immortal Crane... Nine Scrolls of the Great Golden Crow!"

Looking at the scroll after scroll of secret manuals, the Dawn Sword God was also surprised. When he saw a divine scroll hidden in a large golden casket, he couldn't help but shout.

The old aunt, the Phoenix, disregarded her image and status and rushed over, followed by everyone else. "It really is the 'Nine Scrolls of the Great Golden Crow,' it's really here."

The old ancestor, Dugu Fenghuang, was shocked as she looked at this divine scroll.

Needless to say, the younger generation, such as He Qingying and Feng Shaohuang, watched in shock, having heard of the great name of the "Nine Scrolls of the Great Golden Crow" since childhood.

"Left by the Golden Crow God?"

Liu Chengfeng looked at the "Nine Scrolls of the Great Golden Crow".

"Yes, it was written by the Golden Crow God after he was conferred the title of God. Each volume is a divine law in a different field."

The Dawn Sword God nodded.

The palace is filled with countless divine objects and secret manuals, a dazzling array.

The sight dazzled the crowd, leaving them awestruck by the various divine artifacts and secret manuals.

While everyone was captivated by the treasures, Liu Chengfeng was drawn to a sword. Upon seeing the sword, he felt as if he had been summoned.

The sword possessed divine power, but it was riddled with cracks and had lost its luster, as if its divine essence had been depleted.

Liu Chengfeng picked it up and examined it carefully.

"The Litian Sword, the sword used by the Li Prince back then. It was destroyed in a great battle with the God of Haotian, but I didn't expect it to still exist."

Even the Dawn Sword God was surprised to see this sword.

"The old man's sword."

Liu Chengfeng gripped the Litian Sword, his heart trembling. Though separated by time and space, it felt as if he were seeing the old man again.

Seeing him wield this sword, fighting on all sides, what a heroic and domineering spirit he displayed!

In the end, however, he was defeated by the God of Heaven, his sword was destroyed and he abandoned his path, thus sinking into the mortal world.

In the main hall of the palace, there is a throne that has been empty for countless years.

Liu Chengfeng slowly sat down, and everyone stopped, looked at him, and bowed.

"Prime Minister, what do you desire?"

Liu Chengfeng asked the Dawn Sword God.

These words struck everyone as they understood.

The Dawn Sword God's gaze swept over the numerous divine treasures and secret manuals.

"I don't have anything I like."

The Dawn Sword God shook his head, his expression returning to calm. A man with divine status indeed possessed extraordinary bearing.

Such grace and charm are captivating.

"Prime Minister, why did you invite me back? Was it merely to open the imperial archives for a look?"

Liu Chengfeng was curious.

“I invited you back not to open the Tibetan palace for a look.”

"I have heard that Your Majesty's talent is unparalleled, and you are able to create a fusion of innate and primordial elements."

"I have been trying to comprehend the 'Heart of Mountains and Rivers' but have not made any breakthroughs. I would like to ask Your Majesty for your help."

The Dawn Sword God spoke frankly.

Everyone was taken aback and looked at Liu Chengfeng, as none of them knew anything about this.

With such innate talent, Sunac is likely destined to become a god-like figure in the future.

Liu Chengfeng was also surprised. He had been guessing what the Dawn Sword God wanted, but he never expected that he would want this!

"Very well, Your Majesty, if you don't mind, I will help you achieve the Innate Realm!"

Liu Chengfeng readily agreed, and since the Dawn Sword God was offering him his full support, he was not stingy with his generosity.

"Really?"

The Dawn Sword God was startled, and having fused with the innate energy, he readily agreed.

"Otherwise, isn't this precisely the reason the Prime Minister invited me back?"

Liu Chengfeng asked a question in return.

Not only was the Dawn Sword God shocked, but everyone else was also astonished by the Divine Scroll Innate.

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

The Dawn Sword God bowed deeply, filled with hope.

"Your Excellency has rendered great service and deserves to be chosen for a divine treasure."

Liu Chengfeng bestowed a divine treasure upon the Dawn Sword God.

At this time, Liu Chengfeng was not only the emperor of the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom, but also the master of the Golden Crow Palace, and had the right to handle everything in the Golden Crow Palace.

The Dawn Sword God didn't stand on ceremony and chose a suitable divine treasure.

Liu Chengfeng looked at the crowd, and the crowd held their breath and looked at Liu Chengfeng, full of hope and excitement.

"The four tribes protect the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom, ensuring its survival. I will forgive and forget the past grievances. I hope all of you will take it upon yourselves to protect the ancient kingdom, for this is our shared home."

Liu Chengfeng looked at everyone.

"I am willing to sacrifice my life to protect my country."

The people of the four tribes bowed to Liu Chengfeng to show their loyalty to the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom.

"The four tribes have rendered meritorious service in protecting the country. The Tiger and Ape tribes are each granted a scroll of their ancestral secret manual, a set of divine treasures, and a scroll of the Great Golden Crow Treasure Book."

Liu Chengfeng bestowed upon him divine treasures and secret manuals.

The Tiger Roaring Heavenly Skill and the Sacred Ape Heart Method were both techniques bestowed upon the ancestors of the two races by the Golden Crow God. They could not be passed down to future generations, but are being returned to the divine treasures today.

"Thank you, Your Majesty. Our people are loyal and devoted, and we are willing to give our lives for Your Majesty."

The ape and tiger tribes were excited and prostrated themselves in worship.

They had been enemies of Liu Chengfeng and thought they wouldn't get a share of the rewards this time. But to their surprise, Liu Chengfeng was still generous and remembered their past contributions.

Not only were their ancestors' secret manuals and divine treasures returned to them, but what shocked and excited them even more was that they were also given a copy of the "Great Golden Crow Treasure Book".

This is something so many people dream of, something they never even dared to imagine before.

Liu Chengfeng generously bestowed the gifts, a debt of gratitude as heavy as a mountain, leaving them deeply grateful and determined to pledge their loyalty.

"In terms of merit, the Phoenix Clan has the most illustrious achievements, with the entire family being loyal and heroic, sacrificing their lives for the country for generations. We bestow upon them two copies of the Divine Treasure Manual, and also two volumes of the 'Golden Crow Treasure Book'."

Liu Chengfeng said to his great-aunt Dugu Fenghuang.

Dugu Fenghuang shuddered. Their phoenix clan had been sent out of Tiandu to govern the world, but they never expected to be rewarded so generously.

"Your Majesty is magnificent and benevolent; the Phoenix Clan swears to follow you to the death."

Dugu Fenghuang led her clan in a grand bow, deeply moved. The entire Phoenix Clan was equally excited; their efforts had been richly rewarded, bringing blessings to future generations.

No clan would object to the rewards bestowed by the Phoenix Clan; during the time of the Golden Crow God, the Queen Goddess was born into the Phoenix Clan.

The Phoenix Clan, from the ancient Golden Crow Kingdom, has indeed sacrificed their lives generation after generation, and the entire family is loyal and valiant. They deserve such a great reward.

Liu Chengfeng looked at He Qingying, who remained silent. Everyone else was silent, and the atmosphere was very subtle.

It is common knowledge that He Qingying dislikes Liu Chengfeng.

Years ago, the Crane Clan's love turned to hatred. The Crane Clan's elder general raised objections and, together with two other elder generals, drove out the Crown Prince.

The reason why Prince Li was forced to leave the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom was largely due to the actions of the Crane Clan.

The Crane Clan nearly declined due to Prince Li's bankruptcy, and the clan has been disliked by later generations ever since.

Liu Chengfeng is a descendant of the Crown Prince Li. Would he still treat the Crane Clan well now?

He Qingying took a deep breath, looked up, and gazed calmly at Liu Chengfeng, her conscience clear and without any entreaties.

"Let the grudges of the older generation end here. Although my late master did not tell me, the Crane Clan truly gave their all to support him."

Liu Chengfeng acknowledged the Crane Clan's contribution; back then, the Crane Clan was indeed the old man's most steadfast supporter, even exhausting all their spirit stones in their search for the celestial body.

The love turning into hate came later, and it's hard to say who was right and who was wrong.

"To avenge my late master's debts, I bestow upon the Crane Clan two sets of secret manuals and divine treasures, and also grant them two volumes of the 'Golden Crow Treasure Book'."

Liu Chengfeng bestowed upon him a precious secret manual.

The Crane Clan Chief died of grief because of this, and the Crane Clan almost went bankrupt. Today, Liu Chengfeng is repaying the Crane Clan.

Everyone was stunned.

"Your Majesty is benevolent, and the Crane Clan is grateful. The Crane Clan is willing to give their lives for Your Majesty."

Liu Chengfeng's reward quelled the crane clan's millennia-long resentment.

He Qingying led her clansmen to bow down to Liu Chengfeng, saying, "Your subject bows down and pledges allegiance to the new emperor."

The Dawn Sword God nodded as he watched Liu Chengfeng discuss and reward merits.

With the four tribes united in loyalty to him, the throne of the Golden Crow Kingdom will be firmly secured.

(End of this chapter)