Chinese animation: Starting with Bad Guys

Shangguan Yunque was there to replace her as Yuan Tiangang's assistant.

"Let's go to the Xuanming Sect first; there's no rush at the Huanyin Pavilion."

Qin Chuan shook his head, feeling a bit of a headache.

Seeing him like this, Shi Yao's smile became even brighter.

After that, the two set off, leaving Hidden Weapon Valley and heading to the Xuanming Sect headquarters in Luoyang.

Chapter 5 The Underworld Emperor Tests Him, the Judge Bows His Head

In those chaotic times, the country was divided among warlords, and war broke out everywhere.

Luoyang, the capital of several dynasties, was a rare place of order amidst the chaos of war.

As dawn broke, the city gates opened, and large numbers of villagers heading to the early market lined up to be checked by guards before entering the city.

Qin Chuan followed Shi Yao, who had turned into a hunched old woman, and rode in a carriage, swaggering and ignoring the so-called security check.

"Young Master Qin, when you meet the Underworld Emperor later, please do not be impolite."

Shi Yao's voice had become old-fashioned, and you could not tell that she was actually a gentle and beautiful woman.

This is a very peculiar technique that can change a person's physical appearance and even reverse their gender.

Qin Chuan felt that Yuan Tiangang probably wanted him to use this to infiltrate the Huanyin Pavilion.

But he wasn't mentally prepared yet, after all, there's no such thing as crossing over into women's clothing more than once.

“I have remembered everything Meng Po said.”

As Qin Chuan spoke, he winked at Shi Yao.

Although there were no outsiders present, the two had already begun their act.

However, compared to veteran actress Shi Yao, Qin Chuan is more easily distracted from the role.

"Besides the Underworld Emperor, the Ghost King should also be closely watched."

Shi Yao pretended not to notice Qin Chuan's little actions and continued to remind him.

Compared to the Underworld Emperor Zhu Yougui, the Ghost King Zhu Youwen is much stronger.

Fortunately, he was focused on martial arts; otherwise, Zhu Yougui might not have become the leader of the Xuanming Sect.

Throughout the rest of the journey, Shi Yao introduced the Xuanming Sect to Qin Chuan in the voice of Meng Po.

Qin Chuan's original knowledge of the Xuanming Sect was limited to the so-called plot.

Only after listening to her story did I gain a deeper understanding.

At this time, the Xuanming Sect was not yet the later Bad Guys branch.

With the Underworld Emperor, Ghost King, Meng Po, Zhong Kui, the Judges of Water and Fire, the Five Kings of Hell, and the soon-to-be-returned Black and White Impermanence, the Xuanming Sect is at its peak, forcing Huanyinfang and Tongwenguan to join forces to deal with it.

In the imperial court, Zhu Wen was also the most powerful among the feudal lords.

Emperor Zhaozong of Tang was firmly in his grasp, and it would probably not be long before he replaced him.

Qin Chuan and Shi Yao disembarked from their carriage outside a vast manor and entered the headquarters of the Xuanming Sect.

With Shi Yao, the goddess of forgetfulness, leading the way, they passed through several checkpoints and arrived outside a grand hall.

"Lady Meng Po, the Underworld Emperor knows of your return today and has been waiting for you in the palace for a long time."

At the entrance of the palace, a young girl wearing a red hat and red clothes gave Shi Yao a slight, indifferent bow.

Qin Chuan noticed a large "馗" character printed on the back of the girl's clothes and knew that she was Zhong Kui, the Zhong Kui of the Xuanming Sect.

Sensing Qin Chuan's gaze, Zhong Xiao Kui gave him a sharp look, but didn't say anything more.

"It's been many days since I last saw you, Lord Zhong Kui is still as serious and unsmiling as ever."

Shi Yao said something indifferently, and then stepped into the main hall with Qin Chuan.

The hall was very spacious, but there were no luxurious decorations. The only thing that caught the eye was a high platform.

On the high platform, a short figure stood with his hands behind his back before the throne.

That was the Underworld Emperor Zhu Yougui.

He suffered a qi deviation while practicing the Nine Netherworld Profound Heaven Divine Art, which resulted in him becoming a dwarf.

On the steps below him, two tall, cloaked figures stood on either side, like the most loyal guards.

Qin Chuan recognized them at a glance as the brothers Yang Miao and Yang Yan, the judges of water and fire.

"This old woman pays her respects to the Underworld Emperor."

Shi Yao bowed slightly and greeted Zhu Yougui.

At this moment, within the Xuanming Sect, besides the Ghost King Zhu Youwen, only Meng Po, who had made great contributions, was allowed to meet the Underworld Emperor without kneeling.

"Is he the talented man you found for me on this trip, Meng Po?"

Zhu Yougui's voice is high-pitched and somewhat childlike.

His gaze fell on Qin Chuan, carrying a hint of scrutiny.

Shi Yao had already sent a message by carrier pigeon to him, explaining Qin Chuan's identity.

He is the successor of the young marshal Kou Zhong, and a top master who has cultivated the Longevity Technique.

"Greetings, Emperor of the Underworld."

Qin Chuan remained neither humble nor arrogant, and nodded slightly in greeting.

He and Zhu Yougui were both Great Heavenly Realm experts, so there was no need for him to lower his stance too much.

Zhu Yougui showed no reaction, but Judge Yang Yan, the Fire Judge, gave a heavy snort and said coldly:

"How dare you be so disrespectful in front of the Underworld Emperor! How arrogant!"

Qin Chuan smiled gently and said:

"If the Underworld Emperor wants to test my martial arts skills, why beat around the bush like this? He can just have the two judges spar with me directly."

Although Judge Yang Yan had a bad temper, he was not stupid.

This provocation was clearly at the behest of Zhu Yougui.

"Young Master Qin speaks so frankly that it makes me seem petty."

Zhu Yougui showed no embarrassment at having his thoughts exposed, and nodded slightly, saying:

"Yang Miao, Yang Yan, you will both experience the skills of Young Master Qin."

The judges of water and fire bowed and accepted the order.

The two removed their robes, revealing their true faces.

They truly are twins; their appearances are almost identical.

"excuse me!"

Yang Miao and Yang Yan pounced on Qin Chuan with lightning speed, the two working in perfect unison, attacking Qin Chuan from the left and right.

Zhu Yougui looked down at him from his high vantage point.

As the Underworld Emperor, he was all too aware of the power of the Water and Fire Judges.

Both were experts at the Middle Heaven level, cultivating the Yin-soft Xuan Yin Divine Art and the Yang-strong Fu Yang Divine Art respectively. When they joined forces, they could even contend with a Great Heaven level expert.

But Qin Chuan remained calm and composed in the face of their combined attack.

Only when the two people's true energy got close did he react, pushing with his palm and flicking with his leg.

Qin Chuan's attack seemed effortless, but he repelled Yang Miao and Yang Yan in an instant.

The two were thrown backward as if struck by a giant hammer, their feet sinking deep into the marble floor.

"Such formidable skill!"

"Such fast movements!"

Yang Miao and Yang Yan were shocked. To defeat them so easily was not something that someone who had just entered the Great Heaven Realm could do.

Unbeknownst to the two, Qin Chuan had indeed just broken through, but the Longevity Technique was so powerful that his combat strength far surpassed that of others at the same level!

"As expected of the successor of the young marshal Kou Zhong, I have truly broadened my horizons today!"

There was a strange look in Zhu Yougui's eyes.

His eyesight was far superior to that of the Water and Fire Judges, and he could see that in the previous exchange, Qin Chuan had broken through their true energy with two completely different types of true energy.

Is this the wonder of the Longevity Formula?

"Thank you for your mercy, Young Master Qin."

Yang Miao and Yang Yan bowed their heads, completely convinced of their superiority.

They all knew that if Qin Chuan used his full strength, they would suffer a crushing defeat and lose face in front of the Underworld Emperor.

Qin Chuan showed off his skills and demonstrated his social skills.

Zhu Yougui was very satisfied with this, and also praised Shi Yao as a discerning mentor who recognized talent:

"Our Xuanming Sect owes a great deal to Meng Po in acquiring such a talent..."

As he was speaking, a loud, resonant laugh suddenly rang out:

"What a talent! To make my elder brother so pleased? I shall also come and see for myself!"

Amidst thunderous laughter, a tall and imposing figure strode confidently into the hall.

Chapter 6 Fierce Battle Against the Demon King!

Upon seeing the newcomer, everyone in the hall was startled.

A hint of jealousy flashed in Zhu Yougui's eyes.

This person was none other than Zhu Youwen, the Ghost King of the Xuanming Sect and the second son of Zhu Wen.

He had red hair and a bushy beard, dark skin, a tall and imposing figure, and an imposing presence, making him the complete opposite of Zhu Yougui.