Prince Lian immediately went outside.
Instantly, tens of thousands of pairs of eyes looked at him with complicated expressions.
Prince Lian cleared his throat and announced, "On behalf of the six transcendent forces, the Great Yan Empire, all the countries in the world, and the Arbitration Committee, I officially announce that Shen Lang is the winner of this duel!"
The entire dueling arena was in an uproar for a moment before it fell silent again.
There were no cheers or cries of "Long live the emperor".
Apart from being shocked, the tens of thousands of people present had complicated emotions that could not be described with words.
Su Nan and the others scanned the arena, especially the officials of the New Qian Kingdom and the 10,000 commoner representatives.
His Majesty Shen Lang has won. He is your true master, the only emperor of the Great Qian Empire. He has created another miracle today by defeating and killing Ying Wuming. Aren't you going to show some appreciation?
Are you going to follow the traitors of the Ying Family to the end?
Previously, you thought that His Majesty Shen Lang was too weak to protect you. However, he has already defeated Ying Wuming. Isn't that enough to prove himself? How many miracles has he created? Don't you believe in him?
However, the entire arena remained silent. No one cheered for Shen Lang. Their expressions were still complicated.
"Let's go!" Su Nan said coldly.
Then, he led the few hundred members of the Raging Tide City's diplomatic corps out of the arena.
… …
The news of Shen Lang defeating and killing Ying Wuming spread like wildfire.
It was like a boulder had been thrown into a pond, but it did not set off any waves.
Everyone in the Capital was shocked. They even felt like their souls were about to leave their bodies and they were doubting their lives.
How was this possible?
Ying Wuming Crown Prince was so much stronger than Shen Lang, but Shen Lang actually won?
What the hell was going on?
Faced with such an outcome, were the people of the Capital happy?
He couldn't be said to be happy, nor could he be said to be unhappy. It was just that his emotions were extremely complicated.
It was supposed to be an explosive effect, but it was strangely quiet. Even the doors of the households were tightly shut.
Before the duel began, everyone thought that Shen Lang would definitely die. Therefore, it was reasonable for them to avoid him. Now that Shen Lang had won, they still had the same reaction.
When Shen Lang's carriage left the arena and returned to the Duke Lin Residence under the protection of the Raging Tide City's envoys, the entire street was empty.
Not to mention that no one was cheering, there weren't even any onlookers. Almost every household had closed their doors.
Shen Lang still received an unprecedented cold reception.
Perhaps the citizens of Qianjing had not decided how they should face Shenlang. In any case, it was wishful thinking that they would not receive the treatment of a hero.
One of the families was a scholarly family. Their grandfather was an Elementary Scholar, their father was a High Scholar, and their grandson was also an Elementary Scholar. Only their father was an official outside, and was even a registrar. He had been an official for twenty years, and had never been promoted. This was because he had no backing.
In fact, this family was not even qualified to watch the duel between Ying Wuming and Shen Lang.
When the old scholar grandfather heard the news of Shen Lang's victory and Ying Wuming's death, he was completely shocked. He did not have any reaction for a full fifteen minutes. Then, he took out a pot of wine and quietly sipped it without saying a word.
"Grandfather …" His grandson asked, "You, what are you thinking? According to the imperial edict, if Emperor Shen Lang wins, he will be the only ruler of Great Qian. Emperor Ying Guang will have to abdicate. "
The old scholar grandfather drank another mouthful of wine and said, "When Emperor Jiang Li was on the throne, our Capital City was the center of the world. Our limelight almost overshadowed Yan Capital. At that time, our Great Qian Empire was invincible. Even if our citizens went to other countries, they would still be arrogant. Even if I, a small scholar, went to Jin, I would still dare to scold those officials. It was truly the demeanor of a celestial empire."
His grandson said, "Grandfather, did you have such a glorious time?"
The old scholar grandfather said, "At that time, when I went to Jin to study, I saw a sixth-grade official who had wrongly judged a case. So, I stepped forward. At first, they wanted to arrest me, but after I explained that I was an Elementary Scholar of the Great Qian Empire, they retreated. Even that sixth-grade official was punished by the governor. All of this was because of Emperor Jiang Li's prestige. He could not tolerate a grain of sand in his eyes. Moreover, he was very protective of his people. You don't know this, but when Emperor Jiang Li gave an order, the entire Great Qian Empire's millions of people obeyed him. No matter what order he gave, tens of millions of people would cheer for him. No matter what he asked us to do, we would do our best. It was truly a period of passion. Even if your grandfather was a weak scholar, he was still willing to shed his blood. "
His grandson said, "Grandfather, you should be happy. Emperor Shen Lang won. He will become the only ruler of the Great Qian Empire."
"His Majesty Shen Lang won, I was extremely happy. When I heard that he was still alive in this world, I got drunk for two days and was incomparably excited. His Majesty Jiang Li finally has a successor." The grandfather, the old scholar, continued, "However, one's blood will eventually turn cold."
His grandson said, "Grandfather, then do you support Emperor Shen Lang to rule over the Great Qian Empire? Do you support him to become the ruler of the Qian Empire? "
The old scholar grandfather said, "We don't have the final say on such matters. I am only a small scholar."
Scholar Sun Tzu said, "Grandfather, we are only discussing it behind closed doors. No one will spread it out."
The grandfather drank another mouthful of wine and closed his eyes for a while. When he opened his eyes, he shook his head and said, "No, I do not support Shen Lang to become the ruler of the Qian Empire."
Scholar Sun Tzu said, "Why? Emperor Shen Lang has created one miracle after another. Why don't you support him? Moreover, he is the son of Emperor Jiang Li, the only son. "
The grandfather said, "He is too demonic, too abnormal! I long for peace and do not wish for any more turmoil. Emperor Ying Guang is a traitor, but … but … at least he has given us more than 20 years of peace. "
After saying that, the old scholar downed cup after cup of wine. He gritted his teeth and said, "It is best that nothing changes. If Shen Lang wins, then so be it. Then hurry back to his Nu Tiao City and never come to the Qian Empire again. No one can think of messing up our lives. We really do not want to experience that disaster again. "
Then, he drank the wine in the wine pot in one go. Without saying anything, he went straight to his room to sleep.
When he fell asleep, the old scholar curled up into a ball and cried in his sleep.
"Emperor Jiang Li, this old man has sinned. This old man has sinned."
… …
This time, Shen Lang slept for a full 14 hours. When he woke up again, he saw a very rare guest. It turned out to be Sky-sea Pavilion's Pavilion Master Zuo Ci.
"What a rare guest." Shen Lang said, "Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, how have you been?"
Zuo Ci nodded and said with a smile, "Other than the strong wind and dry weather in the Great Desert, everything else is fine."
Shen Lang had also heard that Sky-sea Pavilion had gained a lot in the Great Desert. However, this kind of thing was not something that Shen Lang could take the initiative to ask.
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci was not a person who was good with words, so the two of them fell into a short silence. He could have congratulated Shen Lang on his victory, but in the end, he did not say it.
Shen Lang said, "Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, what can I do for you?"
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "Sir Shen Lang, isn't human thinking very paranoid? The smarter a person is, the more paranoid they are and the more they feel that they are right?"
Shen Lang nodded and said, "Yes, that's right. However, Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, do you think that I am wrong? Do you think that I was wrong to kill Ying Wuming, or do you think that my ideal of having no enemies in the world is wrong? "
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci shook his head and said, "Ever since Sky-sea Pavilion left, Your Majesty Shen Lang has won glorious victories again and again. Each miracle is more amazing than the last. It is really surprising. However, sometimes I still want to advise Your Majesty Shen Lang to think about his own path and whether it is really right and righteous. Of course, the word 'righteous' might sound a little ridiculous coming from my mouth."
Shen Lang thought for a while and then said, "I have thought about it and I don't think there is any problem. My ideal of having no enemies in the world is not wrong. The path I am taking is the right one."
Then, Shen Lang said, "By the way, Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, I have a question to ask."
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "Please speak."
Shen Lang said, "Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, is there any way to improve mental strength in this world? For example, are there any scrolls? After cultivating for a month, one's mental strength will skyrocket by a hundred times. Or is there any elixir that will skyrocket by a hundred times after taking it? Or is there any secret realm that can skyrocket by a hundred times after cultivating for a month? "
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci's face twitched, and he resisted the urge to slap Shen Lang to death.
What do you think mental strength is? It is even harder to improve than martial arts.
However, Shen Lang was really desperate for mental strength. Especially after he obtained the Heart of the Dragon, the Ancient King Ring, and the Dragon Sword, mental strength had become extremely precious.
The energy whirlpool he released today was so awesome that it killed Ying Wuming instantly. However, after releasing it once, his mental strength was completely consumed, leaving nothing behind. It was so bitter.
Could it be that from now on, he could only release one move forever? How embarrassing would that be?
Of course, as the Emperor of the Great Qian Dynasty, he did not need to fight often. However, if he could release a big move like he did today, wouldn't it be very awesome?
However … there was still an extremely crucial problem.
Intercepting the Regret of the Dragon!
After Shen Lang's Ancient King Ring was combined with the Heart of the Dragon, it had a very powerful ability, which was to intercept any ancient weapon.
Of course, this was only in theory. In reality, with Shen Lang's mental strength, he could only intercept one ancient arrow. He could not stop the Regret of the Dragon at all.
Previously, he had repeatedly emphasized that Shen Lang had to always look three steps ahead before taking a step. He had to prepare for the next battle, or even the battle after that.
Now that the duel with Ying Wuming had ended, and he had achieved a complete victory, the next step would be to kill Ying Guang and Stupa Mountain.
But what about after that? He would have to face the Great Yan Empire directly. Yan Capital had a super long-range strategic attack capability.
Once Shen Lang completely destroyed Ying Guang and Stupa Mountain, Yan Capital would not say anything. They would just throw a few Regret of the Dragon at Raging Tide City, and then Shen Lang would have nothing left.
Ying Guang and Stupa Mountain both had ancient intercepting devices that could intercept the Regret of the Dragon from afar. However, Shen Lang did not have one. Moreover, almost all of his assets were in Raging Tide City. Once that place was razed to the ground, how could he defeat Yan Capital?
Currently, there were two ways to intercept the Regret of the Dragon.
The first was to obtain the ancient intercepting devices from Qian Capital or Stupa Mountain. However, that would require destroying Ying Guang and Stupa Mountain first.
The second method was for Shen Lang to obtain a powerful mental strength. That way, he could intercept the Regret of the Dragon. Moreover, the second method was not as simple as intercepting the Regret of the Dragon. He could directly seize it.
His Heart of the Dragon and Ancient King Ring were too powerful. When the ancient arrow was shot at him, it was immediately stopped in mid-air. It did not detonate and fell directly to the ground.
What did Shen Lang lack now? Wasn't it just the Regret of the Dragon?
Once he obtained a powerful mental strength, he would be able to intercept the Regret of the Dragon no matter how many arrows Qian Capital shot at him. That would mean that he would also have a strategic deterrent against the Great Yan Empire. Then, the balance would return.
Hence, mental strength was extremely important to Shen Lang. However, if he needed to painstakingly cultivate, then forget it. Shen Lang really did not have the time. He only had a few months at most. Moreover, with his terrible mental strength, it was useless to increase it by one or two times. He needed at least a few dozen times.
After a long while, Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "Your Majesty Shen Lang, there is no such scroll, no such secret realm, and no such elixir."
Shen Lang said, "Is there no way to directly increase one's mental strength by a few dozen or even a hundred times?"
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "No."
Shen Lang said, "But I seem to have seen such an example."
Which example? Of course, it was Chou Yao 'er. She had once been possessed by Queen Medusa's soul, and her martial arts had become much stronger. Most importantly, her mental strength had become incomparably strong.
Although Ying Wuming was very strong, he was still far from being comparable to Queen Medusa.
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "Your Majesty Shen Lang, please explain it more clearly."
Shen Lang said, "Is it not possible to take over someone else's body?"
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "Take over someone else's body? Do you mean to let someone else's soul take over your body? Then are you still Shen Lang the same as Shen Lang? Moreover, no one can take over someone else's body unless the soul no longer has a body. "
Shen Lang said, "But I've heard Princess Ning Han say that she wants to change her body."
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci was stunned. So you were waiting for me here? Ning Han had indeed said it several times before.
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "What she said before is different from what you said. She needs an empty body without a soul, and not a normal human at that. Your Majesty Shen Lang, in your current situation, you need someone else to seize your body. In that case, your own soul will vanish into thin air or be suppressed to the point where you will never be able to rise again. Could it be that you are willing to lose the control of this body? "
"Of course not." Shen Lang said, "Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, is there such a soul? It doesn't have a body, only a soul? "
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "Your Majesty Shen Lang should already have an answer. Why are you still asking me?"
That's right, Shen Lang really did have an answer.
He knew that there was a pure soul, and that was the Cursed Queen of the Demon Triangle, the Lost Demonic Mother. Her soul had lived for thousands of years, and she had once possessed Angela. Did she have a body now? Perhaps she did, but she couldn't see anyone. Otherwise, why hadn't she appeared in the Demon Triangle?
However, her situation was too special, and the Demon Triangle was her territory. It was too difficult to take over her soul.
Most importantly, in Shen Lang's plan, the sea monster army in the Demon Triangle would be his ally in the future. This army might be useful in the final battle against the Great Yan Empire. Therefore, Shen Lang didn't want to offend the Cursed Queen or become her enemy.
There was another powerful soul in this world? Who was he?
The Divine Master of the Great Tribulation Temple!
The Great Tribulation Temple was extremely powerful in the past. They could summon the wind and rain in the Eastern World, suppressing the Tongtian Temple and the Xuankong Temple. They even invaded the territories of the Stupa Mountain and the Sky-sea Pavilion.
If not for Jiang Li, the Great Tribulation Temple would have become stronger.
As the Great Tribulation Temple was good at using sorcery and bewitching people, Emperor Jiang Li led the Lawless World to destroy the Great Tribulation Temple. Now, the Great Tribulation Temple at the peak of the snow mountain was in ruins.
However, the Great Tribulation Temple was very powerful in terms of understanding the ancient civilization.
Who was the most powerful person in the Great Tribulation Temple? It was the Divine Master of the Great Tribulation!
Legend had it that the soul of the Great Tribulation Divine Lord would never be extinguished.
When the current Great Tribulation Divine Lord died, he would enter the ghost city in advance. Then, his soul would float out and be sealed in the ghost city. His body would die quietly.
Next, the Great Tribulation Temple would search for the most talented young man in the world and send him to the ghost city so that the Great Tribulation Divine Lord's soul could enter his body.
This way, although the body would change continuously, the soul of the Great Tribulation Divine Lord would never change. It had been passed down for thousands of years.
When people in this world died, their souls would turn into ashes. However, legend had it that the soul of the person who entered the ghost city wouldn't dissipate even after death. It would remain in a condensed state.
This was the reason why the Great Tribulation Temple was so powerful. It was all thanks to the Great Tribulation Divine Lord.
It was said that when Emperor Jiang Li destroyed the Great Tribulation Temple and took down the Great Tribulation Palace, the Great Tribulation Divine Lord was already dead. Moreover, he wasn't the one who killed him.
Therefore, the soul of the Great Tribulation Divine Lord might still be in the ghost city. Moreover, this soul had been passed down for thousands of years.
Of course, all of these were just legends.
"Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, you also participated in the battle of the Great Calamity Palace back then. You even followed His Majesty Jiang Li to hunt down the Great Calamity Divine Master," Shen Lang said. "Then when you discovered the Great Calamity Divine Master, was he already dead? Does that mean that his soul is still in the ghost city? Does that soul of his have an incomparably powerful mental strength? Then may I ask where the ghost city is? "
Hearing Shen Lang's series of questions, Pavilion Master Zuo Ci looked at Shen Lang in disbelief. This … This was a lunatic.
He actually dared to have such an idea? The Great Tribulation Divine Lord was the absolute target of Emperor Jiang Li. Now, you actually wanted to steal his soul?
After a long while, Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "Your Majesty Shen Lang, firstly, the Great Tribulation Divine Lord's soul inheritance is a legend. Secondly, even if the Great Tribulation Divine Lord's soul really exists, even if he has strong mental power, once you go there, you will be immediately taken over and lose control of your entire body. You will never be able to make a comeback because his mental power is many times stronger than yours. In the end, no one knows where the ghost city is. In fact, no one even knows if it really exists. "
Shen Lang squinted his eyes and said, "Really? Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, please don't lie to me. "
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said sternly, "Your Majesty Shen Lang, you have done many crazy things. However, I advise you to give up on this idea. Otherwise, you will be consigned to eternal damnation and your soul will be destroyed."
However, Shen Lang did not believe it. After all, he had the Ancient King Ring. It could resist all kinds of energy attacks, including soul attacks.
Shen Lang said, "Pavilion Master Zuo Ci, do you really not know where the ghost city is?"
"I don't know." Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "Also, the Great Tribulation Temple is the most evil place in the world. Even the six transcendent forces will not allow it to rise again. The Great Yan Empire will not either."
Shen Lang said with a smile, "I'm just joking. Please don't take it seriously.
"I hope so." Pavilion Master Zuo Ci stood up and said, "Farewell!"
Then, he left without looking back.
… …
After the duel between Shen Lang and Ying Wuming ended, Prince Lian of the Great Yan Empire rode his snow eagle back to the Flame Capital to report the news to the Crown Prince.
The emperor was still cultivating in seclusion. No one knew how long he would stay in seclusion or what he was doing.
"Did Shen Lang really win?" Great Yan's crown prince asked.
"Yes, Your Highness." Prince Lian said, "Your Highness is wise. You said that Shen Lang might win, and he has indeed won."
The Crown Prince said, "It's one thing to make a prediction, but it's another to actually see it happen. It's … unbelievable."
Prince Lian said, "According to the imperial edict, there can only be one Great Qian Empire. If Shen Lang wins, he will be the only ruler of the Great Qian Empire. Ying Guang will have to abdicate. What should we do next? Please advise, Your Highness. "
The Crown Prince did not answer immediately. Instead, he continued to play with the chess piece in his hand. He was thinking about Ying Wuming.
Over the years, he had dealt with Ying Wuming many times. It was a pity that Ying Wuming had died so suddenly.
'This Shen Lang is really strange. Ever since he rose to power, I don't think he has ever been defeated.'
"Phew …" The Crown Prince let out a long sigh. Then, he said, "Since the imperial edict has been written, let's do it this way. Let Ying Guang abdicate."
Prince Lian said, "I'm afraid he won't be willing."
The Crown Prince chuckled. "Hehe."
Then, he wrote a decree. 'There is only one Great Qian Empire. If Shen Lang wins the throne, Ying Guang will abdicate on this day. Hereby!'
The Crown Prince's decree was simple and concise. There was nothing fancy about it. Naturally, he wrote this decree on behalf of His Majesty. Otherwise, he would not have used the word 'Emperor' with his status.
Prince Lian said, "Your Highness, I know that suppressing the strong and supporting the weak will bring balance to the world. However … Shen Lang is too monstrous. If we continue to support him, I'm afraid we'll attract disaster. "
The Crown Prince waved his hand. He did not explain. Instead, he said, "Go and announce the decree."
Prince Lian kowtowed and said, "Yes, Your Highness."
He could not imagine that Ying Guang had just lost his most valued successor. Now, the Empire of Great Yan was forcing him to abdicate. This was more than adding insult to injury. It was more than adding fuel to the fire.
The entire world would probably tremble again.
Prince Lian did not know what these two Supreme Martial Artists of the Empire of Great Yan were trying to do.
… …
After receiving the Crown Prince's decree, Prince Lian flew non-stop from the Flame Capital to the Qian Capital. After flying for a day and two nights, he once again arrived at the palace in the Qian Capital.
At this time, the entire palace was covered in white. It was not because it was snowing. Instead, it was because of Ying Wuming's funeral. Therefore, white cloth was everywhere. Everyone in the palace and even in the Qian Capital was wearing white cloth. The entire New Qian Kingdom was in mourning.
Even the King of the New Qian Kingdom, Ying Guang, was dressed in a white robe. This was truly a funeral for his son. The grief in his heart could not be any greater.
Ying Wuming's coffin was placed in the main hall. Ying Guang had been guarding it for several days. He sat motionlessly at the side.
At this time, his hands were constantly caressing the coffin lid as if he was caressing his son, Ying Wuming's face.
His eyes were filled with a cold, murderous intent and determination.
A despairing man was the scariest. An injured tiger was also the scariest. After all, Ying Guang was much more powerful than Ying Wuming.
Prince Lian had dealt with Ying Guang many times before. He was indeed fearful of Little Jiang Li.
Right now, the imperial decree in his hand was almost a fatal blow to Ying Guang. After brewing for a while, Prince Lian said loudly, "His Majesty's decree. Receive it, Prince Ying."
Ying Guang raised his head and glanced at Prince Lian. Then, he slowly stood up. He had no intention of kneeling.
Prince Lian said loudly, "Prince Ying Guang, receive the decree."
Ying Guang continued to stand upright, looking at Prince Lian without moving. His posture was truly frightening. If Prince Lian insisted on making him kneel, Ying Guang would probably fall out with him.
Prince Lian sighed inwardly. Then, he acted as if nothing had happened. At this time, it didn't matter whether he knelt or not. In recent years, Ying Guang had always been arrogant and unruly. Moreover, he had just lost his crown prince.
"In accordance with the will of the heavens, the Emperor decrees that there is only one Great Qian Kingdom. Shen Lang has won the throne of Great Qian. Ying Guang will abdicate the throne on this day!"
After reading the decree, Prince Lian's heart trembled. He forced a smile and said, "Prince Ying Guang, receive the decree now. You can't defy the decree."
… …
At the same time, in the Qian Capital's Duke Lin Residence.
Shen Lang had really welcomed an even rarer guest. He had never imagined that this person would really come. Moreover, he had come in disguise.
Who was this person?
Stupa Mountain's Sect Leader Ren.
Dozens of people behind Shen Lang surrounded him to protect him. Sect Leader Ren stood quietly by himself, his face full of sarcasm.
"Your Majesty Shen Lang, you just killed Ying Wuming in a second. Why are you still so afraid of me?" Sect Leader Ren said, "Since I came alone, how could I possibly hurt you?"
Shen Lang said, "Sect Leader Ren, what do you want?"
Stupa Mountain's Sect Leader Ren said, "Your Excellency Shen Lang, do you still stand by what you said before?"
Shen Lang said, "What did I say? I've said too many things. "
Sect Leader Ren said, "About the marriage between us, about you marrying my daughter … Ren Yingying."
You actually called her Ren Yingying? This is the name Shen Lang gave your daughter.
Shen Lang was overjoyed. He said, "Sect Leader Ren, you've finally thought it through. Ying Wuming is already dead. Princess Ren Yingying and I are a match made in heaven. Moreover, I can fire the Remorse of the Dragon. My Great Qian Empire and your Stupa Mountain are the best combination. Only by working together can we defeat the Great Yan Empire, right? Sect Leader Ren, this is definitely the wisest choice you've made. You will never regret it. "
Shen Lang was right. If he and Stupa Mountain worked together, it would indeed be greater than one plus one equals two.
Shen Lang had wisdom. Moreover, his combination of ancient civilization and technological civilization would soon produce many results. Stupa Mountain had the Remorse of the Dragon, a giant ancient ruin, countless ancient books, ancient equipment, a powerful Hell Legion, and special warriors.
These were the two sides that complemented each other.
Stupa Mountain's Sect Leader Ren said, "If you want to marry my daughter and become the son-in-law of Stupa Mountain, it's very simple. I only have one condition!"
… …
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