Chapter 22
The Change in Yuan Wuxiang

Su Zihua then bid farewell to the Longhuai Sword Sea, his suspicions reaching a peak.

Bu Yuanting must know about the Tiandi Bian, but he wasn't saying anything, making him very uneasy. Was there something else he didn't know?

This was the focal point of his thoughts, naturally it was different, but what was the connection? He was truly perplexed.

“Could there be some unspeakable secret between them?”

This was a tricky matter, and he was very confused. Why did he suddenly have this expression? Was it because he asked abruptly, or was it something else?

“There is a secret, but whatever it is, it won't be easily revealed. It seems like there is truly an unspeakable secret.”

This was no small matter, but a major one. If this was the case, the secrets of the Longhuai Sword Sea would be far from simple.

“It seems I need to be careful and hide it, I can't let anyone suspect me. If it really is connected, then what would the consequences be?”

The implications were obvious, the significance would be absolutely different.

The Tianjiang were clear, they were guardians of their territory, it was only natural. No one would want to be invaded.

However, Gu Yao was now in the hands of the Mushen, impossible to obtain.

Since during the Ancient Three Realms War, even with the Tiandi Bian and the Yama King working together, they were no match for the Mushen, it showed how powerful he was.

Now, it was unknown how many secrets the Mushen possessed. Every King had their own secrets.

Right now, the righteous forces of the Kunjing were struggling against the transformation of the Black Prison into Black Empress, with their killing weapons a shocking feat.

This terrifying power was merely a glimpse of the strength revealed in the Black Sea Black Prison. How did it compare to the hidden strength of the Yama King? It wouldn't be so simple.

The key issue was that Yuan Wuxiang, affected by demonic energy, coupled with the side effects of the Yinbiao Xuangjie, was actually showing signs of demonization, causing the righteous forces of the Kunjing to be extremely anxious. Even the North and South Cultivation Realms were in the same situation.

Juan Shouttian disregarded his own safety, going straight to Yuan Wuxiang's residence.

“Yuan Wuxiang, you can't keep making mistakes.”

“Juan Shouttian, don't be hypocritical. I'm not wrong. Back then, it was my excessive kindness that allowed you to slaughter the South Cultivation Realm. It was all my fault. In the future, I will never retreat again.”

Yuan Wuxiang, heavy with demonic energy, acted more and more recklessly.

Juan Shouttian, upon hearing this, couldn't help but step back. It was clear that this account had always been there, but no one had brought it up. Now, it had finally been brought to light.

“High gates lean on what they hope for, Imperial Qi emerges from nine layers. A single step of wind and clouds beneath his feet, countless dynasties and rivers he embraces.”

The transformed Black Empress arrived with laughter, full of swagger. She was very satisfied with Yuan Wuxiang.

“Hahaha, Yuan Wuxiang, you're right. This is exactly the outcome I desired. This is the Yama King's martial art you wanted, take it.”

Juan Shouttian was furious, burning with anger.

“You demon, aiding an evil tyrant and even deceiving others, you deserve to die a thousand deaths.”

“Is that so? Do you have the ability to do so? Haha, Seven Severing Hate.”

The transformed Black Empress displayed her killing intent without hesitation, directly attacking Juan Shouttian.

Yuan Wuxiang watched coldly, seemingly unconcerned. Naturally, there were changes in his heart. He finally released the thoughts he had suppressed for so long. How could he allow himself to be weak here? Absolutely not.

This was his world, it had to be his. No one could destroy even a single bit of it. He would get everything he wanted, no one could stop him.

Seeing this, Juan Shouttian knew he couldn't persuade Yuan Wuxiang for now, so he could only break through and leave.

The transformed Black Empress didn't chase him. Right now, she was happy. Yuan Wuxiang had truly changed, very good, very good.

This grand plan was about to come to fruition, but she still needed to destroy the Yama King.

“Don't worry, as long as you can submit to my command, all the resources of the Black Sea Black Prison will be yours.”

“Is that so? Then I shall wait and see. The precondition, you must not forget.”

“Of course, if I can't get that position, I won't come back. Please.”

The transformed Black Empress left immediately, not wasting any time. This showed her style.

After returning, Juan Shouttian arrived at the Glass Fairyland.

“Juan Shouttian, why are you here? Is there something wrong?”

Su Zihua was confused. Wasn't he recovering?

“Su Zihua, Yuan Wuxiang's heart has changed drastically. His demonic nature is becoming increasingly severe.”

Upon hearing this, Su Zihua's face couldn't help but change. “What? How is that possible? Why would this happen?”

Juan Shouttian said with a bitter smile, “It should be because of the incident with the South Cultivation Realm back then. He has been suppressing it in his heart, and now it has finally erupted.”

After hearing this, Su Zihua could only sigh helplessly. He knew about the incident with the South Cultivation Realm, so he understood the significance and the pressure it carried. The consequences were unimaginable.

This was a very important mental issue. If it wasn't adjusted in time, it would cause big trouble.

“Juan Shouttian, I understand. Now, the key is still the matter of the Black Sea Black Prison. Both the transformed Black Empress and the Yama King are not simple characters. By the way, within the Black Sea Black Prison, the only one who is still righteous is Xuantong.”

“You mean?”

“Yes, while Xuantong is righteous, he is a son. Sometimes, he has no choice but to comply. Unless it reaches a point where even Xuantong can't bear it, I'm afraid he will always be protecting the Yama King.”

“That's a valid point. But you know how dangerous the situation is. You can understand that, right? If there's another incident like this, it will be a huge problem, especially with the current war being so intense. Whether it's the struggle for the Yellow Spring Return Line or anything else, it's all complicated.”

The two of them thought hard, but they didn't have any good solutions.

“By the way, Su Zihua, you went to the Tianjiang, right? Did you have any gains?”

“Sadly, the Tianjiang lord, Mushen, has gone into seclusion in the Holy Land. I couldn't see him.”

“It is indeed regrettable. If the Tianjiang could attack the Yellow Spring Return Line, then our pressure would be reduced.”

In the Kunjing right now, it was very difficult for any other forces to intervene. The situation was that simple. It was hoped that there would be some changes, the only change being to gain greater strength.

Once an accident occurred, the consequences would be unmanageable, making this a very stressful reality for them.

It was completely needless to say, and there was no need to deny it. It was truly shocking.

“The Tianjiang and the Black Prison are mortal enemies. We don't need to worry about that, but do you know about the existence of the Tiandi Bian?”

“Tiandi Bian? What is that?”

Su Zihua said solemnly, “This is a force hidden in the Kunjing. It was one of the sides in the Ancient Three Realms War. Since it can be mentioned alongside the Black Prison and the Tianjiang, it shows that this force is extremely dangerous.”

After listening, Juan Shouttian nodded. “That's true. It seems this force is very well hidden. Do you know its origin?”

Su Zihua said in a deep voice, “It should be related to the Longhuai Sword Sea, there's no way it can be separated from it.”