Eternal God Emperor: Only I Am Emperor One

Chapter 197 The Third Battle Against the Demonic Sect (Part 1)
The peaks and ridges are like clusters, and the waves are like angry waves.

At the Heavenly Temple atop Qingjing Mountain, a grand assembly of saints was convened once again after a six-month hiatus.

Compared to six months ago, the Central Region Black Market's Yipintang has recovered some of its vitality, and the number of Saints has almost doubled.

Top-tier combat power has also been replenished.

Qinghu Longjun and Fu Jiuluo entered the True Saint Realm, and Fu Liuyun's spiritual power broke through to the 54th level.

Emperor Yi sat on his throne, listening to the various saints in the hall report on the major events that had occurred in Tiantai Prefecture over the past six months.

Aside from the change of leadership of the Blood God Sect six months ago, the biggest change was two months ago when the Moon Worshiping Demon Sect, led by Ling Feiyu, the head of the Saintess Palace, and Bai Xiang, the new palace master of the Ten Thousand Beasts Palace, began a large-scale invasion of Tiantai Prefecture.

"Master, in the past two months, the Moon Worshiping Demonic Cult has breached our strongholds in eleven cities in Tiantai Prefecture. What should we do next?" Song Molun asked.

After a moment's thought, Di Yi instructed, "Send someone to invite Manager Nian. I need to discuss with him how to deal with the Moon Worshiping Demonic Cult."

The black market headquarters in Tiantai Prefecture is a melting pot of cultivators from all over the country, known as the "City of Evil."

Nian Cang, the big boss of the black market in Tiantai Prefecture, spends most of his time sitting here.

Inside the main altar's sanctuary, there were only three figures.

Diyi, Nianqian and Xu Sanjin.

"The Moon Worshiping Demonic Sect has actually been relatively restrained in its return to Tiantai Prefecture this time. Otherwise, with Ling Feiyu's methods, it wouldn't have taken two months to occupy black market strongholds in eleven cities. She was the most outstanding genius in the Kunlun Realm three hundred years ago. After breaking through to the Saint King realm, her cultivation advanced by leaps and bounds, and she also mastered Sword Nine. Even now, I might not be her match," Nian Cang said.

"The Moon Worshiping Demonic Cult is not a monolithic entity. It's just that Shi Qianjue is autocratic and doesn't allow anyone to disobey his will. I heard that not long ago in the Northern Region, Ye Xiaoxiang and Xiao Mie of the Moon Worshiping Demonic Cult fought a great battle with the Demon Emperor's disciples, Kusongzi and Feng Zuisheng. Internal strife within the cult shows that the internal situation of the Moon Worshiping Demonic Cult is even more chaotic than outsiders imagine," Xu Sanjin continued.

Di Yi listened to their words. Based on his understanding of Ling Feiyu, it didn't seem like she would take the initiative to lead the followers in battles.

"What I mean is that if the black market and the Moon Worshiping Cult continue to fight, they will only suffer losses. In that case, it is better to obtain a result that satisfies both sides in the least costly way."

"Oh? What are your thoughts?" Niancang asked curiously.

Emperor Yi said, "I have no new ideas. Since a battle is inevitable, let's turn the conflict into a personal contest. Let's set up a ring in this evil city, and the winner will be king and the loser will be an outlaw."

"A fight? How will it be conducted?"

……

Ling Feiyu closed the imperial edict in his hand. The aura on it was very familiar; it belonged to Emperor Yi.

She casually placed the imperial edict on the table beside her, looked at the white elephant, and said indifferently, "The competition method is very simple: best of three rounds. One round for Saint King Realm, one round for Supreme Saint Realm, and one round for those below the Heavenly Realm."

"Three battles to determine the winner, that's interesting. Has Palace Master Ling agreed?" Bai Xiang asked.

"Since they want to compete, then I'll compete with them. Do you think my sword is afraid of a mere Nian Cang?" Ling Feiyu said proudly.

"I naturally believe in Palace Master Ling's strength. In the battle of the Saint King realm, the Divine Sect will surely win. As for the remaining two battles, in the battle below the Heavenly Realm, it's a pity that the Divine Son is currently cultivating in the Central Imperial City and is not confident of victory. In the battle of the Supreme Saint realm, I am now a half-step Saint King, and I am fully confident of defeating Xu Sanjin." Bai Xiang was equally confident.

“Ouyang Huan is only a Xuanhuang Realm Saint. He might not be able to win against a Chedi Realm Saint from the Black Market. This battle below the Tongtian Realm was not within my consideration. If we lose, we lose,” Ling Feiyu said calmly.

Bai Xiang didn't say much, knowing that within the Divine Cult, Ling Feiyu and Ouyang Huan were not in the same camp and disliked each other.

"In that case, inform all forces, large and small, in Tiantai Prefecture of this matter. The City of Evil will observe the battle three days from now."

……

"A duel? Or best two out of three?"

"This is going to be a good show. A duel between experts from the black market and the Moon Worshiping Cult is a rare sight indeed."

"This battle will determine the future landscape of Tiantai Prefecture. The Blood God Sect is already half-destroyed, and the Taiji Sect is now the only dominant force. The winner between the Moon Worshiping Demon Sect and the Black Market will become the only force capable of contending with the Taiji Sect."

"Who do you think will win?"

"It's hard to say; we'll have to go and see for ourselves when the time comes."

The black market dared to challenge them, so they must be confident of victory; the Moon Worshiping Cult dared to accept the challenge, so they must also be confident in themselves.

It's really hard to say who will win or lose.

The competition will take place on the Evil Platform deep within the city of evil.

The platform is a hundred feet high and five miles in diameter, with a formation set up by a master of formations, specifically designed for martial arts combat.

Of course, besides the evil platform, the better battlefield is the sky above.

The two groups of people from the Moon Worship Cult and the Black Market stood in large numbers on either side of the stage.

The various factions from Tiantai Prefecture who were notified to come and watch the battle were arranged around the perimeter.

Among those present were Ling Yue, the Taoist master of Taiji Dao; Yuan Zhou, the Holy Elder of the Blood God Sect; Shi Qiankun, the patriarch of the Zhenyu Ancient Clan; and Qingyu Sword Saint, who brought two disciples.

In addition, Shangguan Yong, the head of the Shangguan family, also personally attended the event and volunteered to serve as the referee for the competition.

Shangguan Yong is a Saint King of Spiritual Power at the 55th level, and the Shangguan family is the number one ancient family in Tiantai Prefecture with high prestige. It is a popular choice for him to preside over the competition.

Di Yi stood in front of the crowd in the black market, with only Nian Cang beside him. Xu Sanjin even took a half step back.

According to his estimation, Empress Chi Yao's ascension to godhood is imminent. Once she achieves godhood, all the current struggles in the Kunlun Realm will become meaningless. Resolving the disputes as quickly as possible and accumulating strength for the impending chaos is far more important.

He proposed the idea of ​​a three-game series to determine the winner, and he also made thorough preparations for it.

His eyes met Ling Feiyu's gaze, and he smiled faintly.

Shangguan Yong stood on the platform of evil, dressed in a scholar's robe, with slightly graying temples, exuding the aura of a great scholar.

He looked at Di Yi and asked, "Will Hall Master Di Yi participate in the battle today?"

The Emperor nodded.

Shangguan Yong could tell that Di Yi's martial arts cultivation was at the Earthly Realm. Judging from his martial arts cultivation alone, he met the requirements for that battle below the Heavenly Realm.

With his Sword Saint-level combat power, below the Heavenly Realm, no one in the Moon Worshiping Demonic Cult would be his match.

Nian Cang and Di Yi are both confirmed to participate in the battle. The former is the only Saint King powerhouse in the Tiantai Prefecture black market, while the latter is synonymous with invincibility within the same realm.

The members of Yipintang had great confidence in Di Yi's strength. Not to mention the Baiyue Demonic Sect, even the saints below the Tongtian Realm in the entire Kunlun Realm would not be a match for their hall master.

"The sect leader will surely win."

Among the crowd in the black market was a group of young cultivators in bright robes. They were the Heavenly Sky Camp, the personal guard of the hall master, which Emperor Yi had assembled.

There are now 300 people, all of whom are outstanding young talents, and each of them has great potential.

Han Qiu will temporarily assume the position of camp commander.

Zhong Yao was among them, serving as one of the six commanders in the camp.

Her gaze fell on Han Qiu's back, who was wearing a black dress and holding a sword. Zhong Yao was quite curious about this mysterious camp leader.

A-Le stood beside Han Qiu, his calm gaze sweeping over the members of the Moon Worshiping Demon Cult opposite them.

He said calmly, "A mixed-blood Suanni at the Earthly Realm should be a bit stronger than an ordinary Saint at the early stage of the Heavenly Realm. What are your chances of winning? If you're not absolutely certain, then let me go."

"It's just mixed blood, more like a pure-blooded Suanni. Your sword is too murderous, only suitable for killing, not for fighting. My master sent me, why are you getting involved?"

Han Qiu's cultivation progress is terrifying. After refining a large amount of divine blood and dragon energy, he is now a saint in the Xuanhuang realm.

In that battle below the Tongtian Realm, it wasn't Di Yi who fought, but her.

"Killing him is better than losing to him." Ah Le was very determined, worried that Han Qiu might lose.

"Hmph, you know nothing about the power of darkness. I won't talk to you anymore. You'll see soon enough." Han Qiu snorted coldly and gripped his long sword tightly.

It's just a beast with the strength of the Heavenly Realm, what's there to fear?

"I won't say anything more. Palace Master Ling, Hall Master Di, who will fight in the first battle between those below the Tongtian Realm?" Shangguan Yong asked from the stage.

"Let me experience the Sword Saint style of the First Hall Master of the Emperor."

The Golden-Toothed Suanni of the Beast Palace of the Moon Worshiping Demon Cult stepped forward first, its voice booming and full of fighting spirit.

He was originally one of the nine kings of the Beast Palace. In the Battle of Qinghu, only three of the nine kings of the Beast Palace, including him, escaped.

"I have long heard that Master Di Yi's swordsmanship draws on the strengths of various schools. I am not very talented, but I am willing to learn from Master Di Yi's skills."

With his strength, defeating a sword saint of the same realm would be as difficult as ascending to heaven, let alone the fact that this sword saint is Emperor Yi, the number one hero since the Middle Ages.

The Moon Worshiping Demonic Cult never intended to win this battle; the Golden-Toothed Suanni's mission was to lose in a more aesthetically pleasing way.

All eyes fell on Di Yi, but he remained unmoved.

"I'll fight you."

Han Qiu took a step forward and flew onto the Battle Platform of Ten Thousand Evils amidst the astonished gazes of everyone, including the people in the black market.

The Golden-Toothed Lion sensed the martial aura of the Profound Yellow Realm emanating from Han Qiu, and raised its eyebrows in surprise.

"Who are you to dare come up to the battle platform and seek death?"

"Enough with the nonsense, take this!"

Han Qiu drew his sword and thrust. His swordsmanship was not particularly skillful, and his swordsmanship was far from that of a sword saint. However, each strike carried a dark power, cold and ruthless, making him extremely difficult to deal with.

After exchanging more than a dozen blows with him, the Golden-Toothed Lion lost all its contempt and realized that this woman in the black dress was also a formidable opponent.

Ling Feiyu frowned slightly, ignoring the two people on the evil platform. With her insight, she could naturally see that Han Qiu had already taken the initiative. As long as he didn't make any mistakes, defeating the Golden-Toothed Lion was only a matter of time.

What she didn't understand was why Di Yi didn't take action himself. Although Han Qiu was strong, he wasn't necessarily entirely confident of victory.

Is it to maintain the mystique of being the head of the First-Class Hall? Or is it so that as long as he doesn't take action, even if he loses the last two matches in the black market, he can still save face by using his title as the greatest hero since the Middle Ages?

"Could it be... that his goal is the second battle?"

Ling Feiyu was startled by the thought in his mind.

(End of this chapter)