Chapter 1404: Deterrence

Even after decades of navigating the treacherous waters of officialdom, Wang Tenghuan, a man who had long cultivated an impassive demeanor like Mount Tai before a storm, found his heart stirred by a t...Chapter 1404: Intimidation and Repulsion

But each and every one of them, deep down, craves the recognition of the imperial court. Why has the imperial court ignored the martial world for so many years Because the martial world is too small. Small enough that you've all been living in your own little worlds, thinking that with a bit of martial arts skill, you can control life and death.

But in reality, any heroic warrior would inevitably have his own faction, family, and wife and children. As long as he lives in this society, he would inevitably have attachments and could not escape the management and control of the imperial court.

"For the imperial court, no matter how powerful a sect is, it cannot withstand the onslaught of thousands upon thousands of troops. Even the most skilled martial artists are nothing more than targets for a volley of arrows from three thousand archers, or a blast from two red-clad cannons."

"It is you, a powerful cultivator at the Land Immortal realm. There's no place in this world you can't go to or leave. You can walk away, but the White Lotus Sect can't run. Jue Ai can flee, but Shaolin Temple will always be there."

"In the eyes of the imperial court, martial arts sects are nothing but ants. It's not that they don't manage them, it's simply that they lack the time and energy to concern themselves with those bandits in the Green Forest. If you anger the imperial court, look throughout history – which so-called sect has ended well"

"It is true that your White Lotus Sect is unique and more secretive, but if the imperial court truly decides to eliminate you first, I can assure you that in this vast land, there will be no place for your White Lotus Sect to stand. Among the countless people of China, not a single person would dare to follow your White Lotus doctrines."

Li Chen's words were earth-shattering.

also completely shattered the simple thoughts that had just arisen in Jian Xin's heart.

He gave Li Chen a long, hard look and then suddenly smiled, saying, "Your Highness, don't worry. The Bai Lian Jiao and Jian Xin absolutely have no disrespect towards you or the court."

Li Chen said faintly, "I believe what you said."

"Therefore, this time, this palace will only kill one thousand disciples of your White Lotus sect."

Jian Xin walked away without expression, turning on his heel.

The moment he turned, the person had vanished.

This time, it's really gone.

Seeing Jianxin leave, everyone finally let out a sigh of relief.

Especially Xu Wei, his palms were already sweating.

Unless you have personally experienced it, no one will understand the immense pressure of facing a Land Immortal.

"Xu Wei."

Li Chen whispered.

"Your Highness."

Xu Wei turned and bowed his head to face Li Chen.

"Send word back immediately to handle those two matters. Also, I have another task for you. Have the Dongchang do everything in their power to find any terrestrial immortals who might be willing to join the court, regardless of their circumstances. If there's any possibility of luring them in, use every means at your disposal."

Xu Wei's expression turned cold, and he said solemnly, "This subordinate will obey your orders."

Everyone could sense Li Chen's intense desire to become a top-tier master.

But there's no way around it.

Even half a step into the Earth Immortal realm would be fine. As long as you're willing to pay the price, it can still be found.

Real terrestrial immortals exist at a level where they come and go unseen, unbound by any earthly constraints. They are averse to being controlled or regulated, and it's already difficult to even have a conversation with them, let alone entice them into serving the imperial court.

This matter is difficult to handle, and Li Chen knows that too.

So he didn't force the Dongchang to complete it.

But difficult as it is, things still need to be done. Leaving behind a glimmer of hope is always better than having none at all.

Li Chen really didn't want to experience this kind of thing where his life was constantly threatened by immortals from the Land Immortal Realm.

After taking care of everything, Li Chen suppressed the image of Gong Huiyu in his mind and immediately set off to leave Jincheng., the emperor was always in a comatose state and his body was growing increasingly frail.As before, nothing changed.The main hall was thick with the smell of medicine.If it's a small amount of Chinese...