I can bless thousands of magical powers.

Two days later, Danyang City was completely under Zhang Yuan's control.

This outcome was to be expected, because the high-ranking officials, including Lü Xiong, only outwardly submitted to the heavens and man, while inwardly feeling extremely disgusted with these arrogant and domineering individuals.

Only out of fear of the Celestial Beings' infamous reputation and the sect's decree did they have no choice but to endure the humiliation and bow their heads.

Now that Zhang Yuan has wiped out all the Celestials and their affiliated forces in the city, and has demonstrated unparalleled cultivation strength, it goes without saying how everyone should choose.

More importantly, when Zhang Yuan announced that he had exterminated the Wutai tribe and presented corresponding evidence, his prestige in Danyang City instantly reached its peak!

With the people's hearts aligned, even if Zhang Yuan were to declare himself king at this point, everyone would be willing to follow him.

Only Li Shiwen was deeply worried and had been restless for several days.

Seeing this, Zhang Yuan laughed and said, "Li Sima, are you worried about the sect and the Celestials?"

Although the news of the Celestials' destruction was strictly kept under wraps, the truth could not be hidden forever, and the matter would be exposed sooner or later.

At that time, how could the small city of Danyang possibly withstand the enormous power of the Celestials!
Li Shiwen sighed and replied, "My lord, under the circumstances, we are all but ants!"

He wasn't afraid that such an answer would offend Zhang Yuan.

Because that's the truth.

Zhang Yuan was not the kind of arrogant and domineering person!
Zhang Yuan was not angry as expected, and said in a deep voice, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

He paused for a moment, then continued, "I'm going into seclusion to try and break through to the eighth rank. I'll be entrusting the affairs of Danyang to you during this time."

Eighth level!

Although Li Shiwen was not a martial arts expert, he was very clear about what the eighth rank meant.

The Daoying Sima's expression changed drastically, and he began to doubt his hearing.

Three months ago, Zhang Yuan was just a sixth-level expert.

Is it time to break through to the eighth rank?

It’s incredible!
Li Shiwen's heart was pounding wildly, and his face turned red.

If Zhang Yuan can really advance to the eighth rank, then the hope of saving Danyang City will greatly increase.

At worst, they could lead their people to retreat to the vast southern frontier, far from the sphere of influence of the Celestials, and live out their lives in peace.

The commander of the Daoying camp felt reassured and immediately bowed his head and knelt down, saying, "I am willing to die for you, sir!"

When Li Shiwen looked up again, Zhang Yuan was no longer in sight.

Zhang Yuan entered the secret chamber beneath the garrison headquarters.

The garrison headquarters of Danyang City is the central hub of the fortress and the center of the great formation for exterminating evil and destroying demons.

Its underground secret chamber is the core of this protective formation!
Only those who possess the official decree to exterminate the Jin dynasty are allowed to enter.

The huge secret chamber was empty, except for the four walls inlaid with glowing beads, and the blue stone slabs on the ground shimmered with a faint glow, and upon closer inspection, one could see countless fine runes.

Zhang Yuan sat cross-legged in the middle of the secret room.

He gently tossed the golden token into the air, and the gleaming token silently floated in the air.

Zhang Yuan closed his eyes and released his divine sense!
Just as his divine sense extended in all directions, the Golden Token of Annihilation in front of him suddenly emitted a dazzling light.

hum~
With a deep rumble, the Demon-Slaying Array was activated once again.

The immense array power connected to the earth's veins and instantly converged within the secret chamber!
The space around Zhang Yuan instantly froze!

At this moment, he entered a state of complete absorption, and began to communicate with heaven and earth with the help of the great formation.

It is unknown how much time has passed, but the power of the Demon-Slaying Array gradually began to weaken until it completely disappeared.

Zhang Yuan, who was inside the secret room, suddenly opened his eyes.

The Golden Decree of Annihilation, which had been hovering in front of him, suddenly shattered, instantly turning into countless dust particles that fell down.

This token has completed its mission.

Zhang Yuan has also entered a completely new realm!

[Host: Zhang Yuan]

[Realm: Eighth Rank (Profound Origin)] [Divine Nest: Level 8 (57%)]

[Host: Level 7 Black Giant Ant (1%) / 128x Strength]

[Host: Level 7 Jade Mantis (1%) / Basic Sword Technique]

[Host: Level 7 Golden Grasshopper (1%) / 128x Agility]

[Host: Level 7 White Loach (1%) / Basic Water Ability]

[Host: Level 7 Crimson-Eyed Crow (1%) / Beginner Divine Bird]

[Host: Level 7 Golden-haired Rat (1%) / 343 cubic meters of storage space]

[Host: Level 7 Greyfang Lynx (1%) / Beginner Legendary Beast]

[Host: Level 7 Nine-Winged Celestial Cicada (1%) / Infinite Divine Power]

[Qi and Blood: 10000/10000]

[Source Quality: 10000]

[Luck: 28+3]

At this moment, Zhang Yuan's innate true qi had all transformed into Xuan Yuan true qi, and he was transcendent in both mind and body, reaching an unprecedented peak level.

The entire advancement process was smooth and uneventful, progressing naturally without any setbacks.

The next moment, the Extreme Martial Golden Core that had been residing in his Qi Sea Dantian silently dissipated, and was then completely melted by the incomparably pure Xuan Yuan True Qi.

The boundless martial arts essence contained within this golden elixir was completely integrated into Zhang Yuan's soul.

In an instant, countless images flashed through his mind, and his vast martial arts experience, like a torrent, poured into the deepest part of his consciousness, completing the final leap!

The martial arts techniques and mental cultivation methods that Zhang Yuan had previously learned and practiced were also incorporated into it.

Countless martial arts principles coalesced in his mind!
Zhang Yuan smiled gently, then solemnly bowed to heaven and earth to express his gratitude.

Then he stood up and left the underground chamber.

When Zhang Yuan reappeared in the main hall of the garrison, Li Shiwen, having received the news, rushed over.

Upon seeing Zhang Yuan, the Daoying Sima was immediately horrified.

Because at this moment, Zhang Yuan looks no different from an ordinary person.

But deep in Li Shiwen's heart, a sense of awe and fear, which he could not express, arose.

He hurriedly stepped forward and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Your Excellency!"

"No need to be polite."

Zhang Yuan waved his hand and asked, "How long have I been in seclusion?"

Li Shiwen replied respectfully, "Reporting to Your Excellency, it has been seventeen days."

Seventeen days?
So fast?

Zhang Yuan stroked his chin thoughtfully and asked, "Has anything happened these past few days?"

Li Shiwen quickly replied, "Nothing serious has happened. The sect shouldn't have received any news yet, and they haven't sent anyone over. The city is united and the situation is stable."

"Just three days ago, someone came to the garrison headquarters to see you, sir. They are currently staying at the post station."

"Ah."

Zhang Yuan thought for a moment, then nodded and said, "Send someone to inform them to come and see me now."

Li Shiwen wouldn't bother reporting to someone who was just idle and bored.

The other party was clearly not an ordinary person.

This piqued Zhang Yuan's interest, and he even felt a sense of unease about it.

His powerful intuition told him that these uninvited guests were closely related to him!
Therefore, a meeting is necessary. (End of Chapter)