Eternal God Emperor: Only I Am Emperor One

Chapter 180 The Vanished Holy Seal

Xing Li's strength was definitely not weak; he had already reached the peak of the Xuanhuang Realm. However, Di Yi's sword strike was too sudden and too domineering, giving him no chance to react or resist.

After undergoing two tribulations, Di Yi's physical strength alone was enough to rival that of a Saint in the Xuanhuang Realm.

Because of the existence of his mental realm, the strength and power of his mental power far exceeded that of other cultivators at the same level. Although he had only just entered the 52nd level, he was stronger than most peak mental power saints at the 52nd level.

If one's spiritual power reaches level 53, it is equivalent to the Earth-Penetrating Realm and Heaven-Reaching Realm of a martial arts saint. Unlike martial arts cultivators, spiritual power cultivators have different strengths and abilities, resulting in a large gap in combat strength.

Both have a spiritual power cultivation level of 53, but a cultivator of the Dao of Talismans can defeat a Saint at the peak of the Heavenly Realm and even challenge a True Saint. However, a Saint who cultivates the Dao of Weapons or the Dao of Pills, which have weaker offensive capabilities, may not even be as strong as a Saint in the lower realm.

Of course, cultivators who have reached this level of mental strength will also cultivate some techniques for combat, in addition to their main focus.

The mind realm integrated with the Dao of the Derivation Realm is definitely one of the strongest directions in terms of combat power cultivation, and its enhancement to Emperor Yi is no weaker than that of the three ancient Daos.

In terms of physical strength and mental power alone, Di Yi was already no weaker than Xing Li. At the same time, the sword strike he unleashed using a variety of methods was naturally enough to defeat him with a single strike.

A few breaths later, Di Yi dispelled his oppressive aura, withdrew his finger, and acted as if nothing had happened.

Xing Li remained kneeling on the ground, his eyes filled with terror. His Holy Soul was being impacted by the Heart Realm, and he was filled with fear of Di Yi.

A vast holy light burst forth from Ling Xiao's body, but Xu Sanjin's holy will remained locked on him. After hesitating for a moment, he still did not choose to make a move.

The other saints of Yipintang present all had their expressions drastically changed.

Xing Li, whose cultivation had reached the Xuanhuang Realm, was injured by Di Yi's sword and could not even get up. Di Yi's methods were too terrifying. Once he survived the tribulation of life and death and became a saint in martial arts, wouldn't his combat power reach the level of the Star Palace Master?

The saints and half-saints who had pledged allegiance to Ling Xiao had now changed their minds. They were willing to follow Ling Xiao because they believed that he could become the new head of the First-Rank Hall.

Currently, Di Yi is the newly appointed hall master of Huanyu Tian. Not only does he have Xu Sanjin, a powerful figure in the evil path, protecting him, but his own strength is also extremely high, surpassing theirs. Naturally, his mentality and stance have begun to change.

Many of the guardian elders and elders who had always followed the trend abandoned their contempt for Di Yi and felt that it was acceptable for such a young and talented person to serve as the new hall master.

Xing Li was still unable to recover from the shock of the mental realm. He knelt on both knees, looking extremely disheveled, and no one spoke up to plead for him.

Some were unwilling, while others dared not.

Ling Xiao tried his best to suppress his anger. He noticed the change in the thoughts of the people behind him and swallowed his anger. Xing Li had stepped forward because of him. If he didn't do something now, he was afraid he would disappoint his subordinates.

Just as he was about to speak, someone stepped forward and advised, "Master, Elder Xing spoke rudely and offended you, but a punishment is enough. He already knows your strength and will certainly not dare to do it again."

"The First-Class Hall is currently in dire need of manpower. Elder Xing is a veteran of the First-Class Hall. The Xing family has been on Mount Qingjing for tens of thousands of years, and every generation has devoted themselves to the First-Class Hall. In the past year, two Xing family Saints have died in battle against the Undying Blood Clan and the powerful figures of the imperial court, and countless cultivators below the Saint Realm have also perished. For their sake, how about the Hall Master spares him today?"

Di Yi smiled as he looked at the person who spoke. This person seemed to be pleading for Xing Li, but as soon as he opened his mouth, he first confirmed Di Yi's position as the hall master and stated his own position. It can be seen that he is a very meticulous person.

His cultivation level... is also quite good, at the Xuanhuang Realm as well.

"If it weren't for the Xing family members and ancestors who had rendered meritorious service to Yipin Hall, and who spoke rudely and offended me, do you think he would still be alive? I can make him kneel with one sword, and I can certainly kill him with one sword as well."

Di Yi snorted coldly, his gaze sweeping over everyone present, exuding an incomparably domineering aura.

With a casual wave of his hand, he sent Xing Li flying backward, while simultaneously dispelling the suppression of his Holy Soul by the Mind Realm.

Xing Li was supported by a Dharma Protector Elder, holy blood still flowing from his chest, staining the ground red. His gaze toward Di Yi was filled with fear and terror.

At this moment, everyone present realized that the young man in black robes was definitely not just a genius with a hollow reputation; his own strength was terrifying, and he was by no means someone who could be easily manipulated.

The Emperor looked at the elder who had spoken earlier and asked, "What is your name?"

"Your subordinate is Song Molun."

"Very good, Elder Song. As far as I know, there are currently four vacancies for the position of Palace Master of the Six Star Palaces in this hall. I think the position of Palace Master of the Seven Killing Star Palace is very suitable for you." Di Yi laughed loudly, deciding the position of Palace Master of a palace with a single sentence.

Song Molun was taken aback at first, but when he came to his senses, disbelief appeared in his eyes.

The position of the Six Star Palace Master is always chosen by the Hall Master of the First Rank Hall and then reported to the Heavenly Court for judgment. Given the importance that the Heavenly Court attaches to Di Yi, if he were to speak, the position of the Seven Killing Star Palace Master would most likely fall into his hands.

"I thank you for your promotion, Master. From now on, I will follow your lead and serve as the vanguard of Yipin Hall."

Di Yi walked step by step toward the members of the First-Class Hall with his hands behind his back. His gaze swept over them as he said, "The First-Class Hall of the Central Region Black Market withstood the attacks of the Imperial Court and the Undying Blood Clan with its own strength. The entire universe is fully aware of all the sacrifices made and will not forget the blood you shed. You are all pillars of the First-Class Hall. As a newcomer, I still need to rely on you for many things in the hall. In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures must be taken. I do not want to see Elder Xing do what he did a second time."

"Of the six major star palaces, there are currently three vacancies for the position of palace master. In the next few days, I will examine your contributions to the hall over the years and select three new palace masters to take charge of the three palaces."

Ling Xiao's lips twitched slightly, his fists clenched, and he felt a murderous intent towards Di Yi.

The position of Star Palace Master was a promise he made to his subordinates, and now Di Yi is openly using it to win people's hearts, which is tantamount to undermining his foundation.

But with Xu Sanjin watching him intently from the side, in the end, he could only laugh: "Master, you've just arrived at Qingjing Mountain and are already worrying about the affairs of the hall. It's my fault. I've already prepared a banquet on Qingjing Mountain to welcome you and Manager Xu."

Di Yi did not refuse and said, "Then I will trouble Elder Sheng."

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At the summit of Qingjing Mountain stands the Heavenly Palace.

Emperor Yi sat on the throne of the hall master, dressed in a black robe and cloak, looking down at everyone in the hall.

Xu Sanjin sat at the head of the table on the right, and Ling Xiao sat at the head of the table on the left, followed by Fu Jiuluo, Fu Liuyun, and Song Molun, the newly appointed palace master.

Fu Jiuluo had been secretly observing Di Yi since outside Qingjing Mountain. The more she observed him, the more her opinion of him changed.

In a short period of time, he used both kindness and severity to gather a large number of potential subordinates and successfully took the position of hall master. Of course, the imperial edict from Huanyu Tian and the accompanying Xu Sanjin were the main reasons.

But Di Yi's own performance also impressed her.

Fu Jiulu had no intention of vying for the position of Hall Master; she simply didn't want Ling Xiao, the Holy Elder who was at odds with her, to take the position.

Xu Sanjin was very familiar with the various sages in the Central Region Black Market and also had a clear understanding of the structure within the Yipin Hall. He knew that the Fu siblings were people who could be won over, which is why Zhong Yao went to meet them with the Emperor's decree.

Recalling her conversation with Zhong Yao last night, Fu Jiulu made a decision.

She stepped out of her seat, wearing a magnificent blue robe, her face completely covered by a white jade mask. In a gentle yet serious tone, she said to Ling Xiao, "Now that Hall Master Di Yi has taken office, shouldn't Elder Ling Xiao also return the Heavenly Firmament Sacred Seal, which serves as the hall master's token, to the hall master?"

The Heavenly Firmament Sacred Seal is the identity token of the First-Class Hall Master. Seeing the seal is like seeing the person. It has always been held by successive Hall Masters. After Yun Cangxuan passed away, Ling Xiao was the first person to touch his body. In Fu Jiuluo's view, the Heavenly Firmament Sacred Seal was naturally in his hands.

Ling Xiao frowned upon hearing this and said, "Why do you say that, Palace Master of Tianfu? After the Hall Master passed away, it was you and Palace Master of Tianji who worked with the Hall Master's disciples to handle the aftermath. I was not involved at all. How could the Heavenly Firmament Holy Seal be in my hands?"

Upon hearing this, Fu Liuyun stood up and said coldly, "We did handle the Hall Master's funeral arrangements, but the Hall Master did not have the Heavenly Firmament Sacred Seal on his body. The Elder was the first person to discover it after the Hall Master passed away. If the Heavenly Firmament Sacred Seal is not in the Elder's possession, where could it be?"

Ling Xiao looked surprised: "This is strange. I do not have the Heavenly Firmament Holy Seal in my possession. Could it be that the Holy Seal has disappeared? Or did the Hall Master not take the Holy Seal with him into seclusion?"

The Azure Lake Dragon Lord's expression hardened slightly as he sensed something was amiss. Was Ling Xiao planning to seize the Heavenly Firmament Sacred Seal for himself?
He hasn't given up on the position of hall master.

Shang Jia, who was sitting on the outer edge of the temple, received a telepathic message from the Azure Lake Dragon Lord and immediately stood up.

He walked to the center of the main hall, bowed to Di Yi, and said respectfully, "Hall Master, before Master went into seclusion, he used the Heavenly Firmament Sacred Seal to activate the mountain-protecting formation. The Sacred Seal must have been on Master's person. However, when Master's body was being disposed of, the Sacred Seal was not on Master's person. Someone must have taken the Sacred Seal away beforehand."

Ling Xiao's expression turned cold as he looked at Shang Jia: "Boy, are you implying that I embezzled the Heavenly Firmament Sacred Seal? Do you know the consequences of falsely accusing a Sacred Elder?"

Shang Jia remained fearless and continued speaking to Di Yi: "Every word Shang Jia said is absolutely true. If you don't believe me, you can search my soul."

Upon hearing this, even Emperor Yi was somewhat surprised. The damage caused by soul searching is irreversible. For a young king like Shang Jia, once his holy soul is searched, his path to sainthood may very well be severed.

The water inside Yipintang seemed deeper than he had imagined, and not as calm as it appeared on the surface.

(End of this chapter)