Confucian and Taoist scholar

In a short period of time, the Han Dynasty underwent changes unprecedented in hundreds of years.

Throughout the entire court and the realm, whether it be the emperor or princes and noble families, no one dared to be angry, much less speak out.

Many deeply entrenched powerful families were wiped out in one fell swoop, a situation that brought both joy and worry to the Han emperor.

The good news is that the domestic scourges have been cleared out, but the worry is whether the dynasty will still belong to their Liu imperial family in the future.

Since things had come to this point, he could only go with the flow.

Otherwise, if someone pulls him off his seat now, he'll really become a laughing stock.

……

The upheavals in the Chu-Han dynasties were quickly spread by those who were interested.

After learning the specific details, An Taixuan couldn't help but marvel.

"His cultivation has advanced greatly, he's become a true saint! He's actually going to suppress two great dynasties all by himself, he's settling scores one after another..."

"In recorded history, has anyone ever been this powerful?"

An Taixuan stroked his chin and pondered carefully. He had never heard of humans or other beings having such terrifying battle records that could suppress great dynasties to the point of being unable to raise their heads.

An Taixuan was in a good mood and said, "This matter can be announced to all regions of the country immediately... In addition, Lu Zheng's ascension to sainthood can be celebrated in various places for three days!"

Before long, local officials received the news.

They were all shocked and became even more efficient in their official duties, worried that their poor performance would delay the construction of a peaceful country and they might then suffer divine punishment.

Just kidding. Even those gods can't escape Lu Zheng's punishment, so these little people have even less ability.

As a result, the officials displayed an unprecedented level of enthusiasm.

……

Other dynasties reacted just as strongly, and many people already realized that probably no one in the world could rival Lu Zheng.

No one can stop Lu Zheng's righteous punishment.

This led many people to worship Lu Zheng, believing that by simply praying to Lu Zheng, they could ask this great sage to take charge of the people.

Of course, before this, many people were secretly worshipping Lu Zhengbao for peace and safety.

However, there are more and more people like this now, and even fewer pilgrims are going to Taoist temples and Buddhist monasteries.

This has made those wealthy and wicked people who used to bully the common people much more restrained.

The kingdoms and dynasties were more peaceful than ever before.

The impact of this series of events continues to grow day by day.

……

Is this the South China Sea?

Lu Zheng stood on the southern border of the Han Kingdom, looking at the boundless ocean before him.

He could sense that this sea area was somewhat different from the East China Sea.

The living conditions here seem even harsher.

Suddenly, Lu Zheng felt something.

"Killing intent?"

In the darkness, Lu Zheng sensed a faint killing intent emanating from an unknown place.

As soon as Lu Zheng had a thought, the profound Daoist rhythm was activated, and the sacred mental power was released to trace those ethereal killing intents.

In the South China Sea, on a certain sacred mountain.

A group of top experts gathered, including immortals, gods, martial saints, and demon saints, from all over the world.

"This child has already become a saint, and the principles and path he cultivates are even more terrifying than before. They are closely connected with the various paths we cultivate, and we cannot even completely sever the ties..."

A deep voice said, "He's already like this after just becoming a saint. If he continues to grow stronger, he will be the only one who reigns supreme in this world."

Someone murmured, "His current actions are constraining the entire world, and even the dynasties of various states are greatly affected. I think we can persuade those dynasties at this time..."

"Heh, those people are cowards who are afraid of death. Now that they see Lu Zheng is so powerful, they probably won't dare to do anything."

Speaking of being afraid of death, these powerful individuals gathered here are basically people who know they have committed grave sins and are afraid of being suppressed by Lu Zheng, which is why they came here to band together.

If given a choice, many people would probably do the same as those dynastic powers...

"Now that things have come to this, we must work together and not let him defeat us one by one."

"Aren't we going to try and unite with them?"

"He's at the height of his power right now, and going to see certain people might just be giving them a chance to make a name for themselves!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone was silent.

However, the atmosphere soon became a little awkward.

Seriously, isn't there anyone among them who thinks that way?

For a moment, everyone's thoughts changed.

One of the stronger individuals sensed this and coughed lightly, saying, "We mustn't fight amongst ourselves right now."

That's what they say, but none of the powerful figures present had purely righteous intentions, so it was almost impossible to get everyone to completely trust each other.

At that moment, many powerful figures became alert.

Each person, wielding divine weapons and magical artifacts, kept their distance and remained wary of one another.

They suddenly felt a sense of crisis, thinking that there might be a traitor among them.

"So you've all been here all along! I've been looking for you for quite a while..."

A voice drifted over, coming from outside the powerful barrier.

Upon hearing this, the group of powerful figures changed their expressions drastically. They used their divine senses to probe the area and saw a young man approaching from outside.

If it wasn't Lu Zheng, who else could it be?
They were all terrified, not understanding why Lu Zheng was here. Faced with Lu Zheng, no one dared to make a move.

No one even used any magic to escape, since who knew if the first person to flee would be the first to perish?

Similarly, no one dared to make the first move, since Lu Zheng's appearance was so unexpected that they were completely unprepared.

An elderly man, still quite composed, spoke up: "So it is Sage Lu. May I ask why Sage Lu has come to this desolate island overseas?"

"A desert island?"

Lu Zheng looked at the island brimming with spiritual energy, then smiled and said, "Didn't you invite me here?"

These words prompted the powerful figures to scrutinize their companions, trying to find the traitor among them.

Although no one showed it obviously, Lu Zheng could still sense a slight unease in the atmosphere.

Lu Zheng suddenly felt like he was facing a mob.

With such a low level of trust among them, it's no wonder that previous schemes against him had been ineffective.

Lu Zheng couldn't help but say, "Isn't your killing intent towards me precisely to make me come here?"

Upon hearing this, everyone reacted with varying expressions, some even finding it unbelievable.

They set up numerous restrictions here, but Lu Zheng was able to sense it simply by talking about him briefly and harboring a slight murderous intent towards him.

What level is the opponent at? Is the saint who opened up the Great Dao really this powerful? Can he be compared to ordinary saint-level experts?
One of them quickly smiled and said, "Sage Lu, you flatter us. We are merely discussing scriptures and doctrines here, and we have no designs on you..."

Lu Zheng remained calm and said slowly, "Above and below the heavens, among all living things, who can escape the cause and effect of this world?"

Lu Zheng paused, then asked curiously, "What are you waiting for?"

what?
The powerful figures were puzzled and didn't quite understand what Lu Zheng meant.

Seeing this, Lu Zheng shook his head and said softly, "I thought you were waiting for something. Since you're not waiting for anyone, why not make your move as soon as you see me?"

Suddenly, the powerful figures felt a sense of foreboding.

However, even faster than them was the oppressive force of this world, with a vast and sacred divine might suppressing the area.

Lu Zheng's eyes burned with intensity; he was waiting for the heavens and earth to form a powerful force, while these people seemed to be waiting to die...

"Heaven's justice is clear, and good and evil will be rewarded accordingly."

Lu Zheng's voice was as loud and clear as a bell, his words striking a chord with everyone.

In an instant, the auras of all the powerful figures were locked onto.

Furthermore, all those practicing Taoist arts experienced unusual changes.

Between heaven and earth, dazzling bolts of lightning appeared, instantly engulfing everyone in a rolling sea of ​​thunder.

Even though the powerful figures were on guard, their own cultivation principles were unstable, and caught off guard, none of them had time to escape the range of the Heavenly Punishment.

Some people were filled with fear, anger, and unease, and transmitted their voices: "Attack together! Kill him! If he doesn't die, we won't have peace even if we hide at the ends of the earth!"

Everyone realized that they had no way out.

Just as everyone was focusing their attention on Lu Zheng, they discovered that Lu Zheng had disappeared.

The next instant, a humanoid bolt of lightning appeared beside a demon saint.

The humanoid lightning bolt unleashed a torrent of lightning, instantly annihilating the demon saint.

The other powerful figures were greatly alarmed. They could vaguely sense that it was lightning conjured by Lu Zheng, containing extremely terrifying power of the Dao.

"Heaven, the Way of Heaven..."

An elderly man, whose face was etched with shock, looked deeply moved.

He sensed a trace of pure power of heaven and earth from Lu Zheng.

Legend has it that the Way of the Sages was born from the world of heaven and earth, and to become a sage, one must master the Way contained within the entire world, which can be called the Way of Heaven.

But mastering even one path is as difficult as ascending to heaven; who can grasp the Great Dao, the very origin of the entire universe?
But he felt that Lu Zheng was now a part of heaven and earth, possessing a trace of the most primordial power of the heavenly Dao.

Other powerful figures had heard of the incredibly profound Heavenly Dao, but after so many years of cultivation, they had never glimpsed even a trace of it.

Now, upon hearing their companions' words, they were all greatly shocked.

"Without rules, nothing can be accomplished..."

Lu Zheng's voice echoed through the heavens and earth once again.

This made everyone feel that the principles of their own cultivation were being stripped away.

The group of powerful figures were terrified, clearly sensing that Lu Zheng's methods far surpassed all of theirs, and had a terrifying suppressive effect on their Dao.

Each of them felt extremely frustrated, as they had to fight against the heavenly punishment while suppressing the abnormality of their own source power, making it impossible for them to fully unleash their strength.

Even the divine weapons and magical artifacts they used were somewhat out of control.

In a short period of time, several Saint Realm experts perished.

They couldn't harm Lu Zheng in the slightest.

Such a disparity in strength left them all feeling powerless and desperate.

Someone directly tried to communicate with Lu Zheng telepathically, hoping to gain a glimmer of hope.

After all, some of their associates work in the new country.

But Lu Zhengke didn't care about these relationships; he kept things separate.

Ambitious young people from the Confucian and Mencian families can cleanse the filth of the Confucian and Mencian lineage in the new country.

Even if some people harbor resentment towards him afterward, he doesn't care.

Those who only realize their mistakes when they are about to die are not worth anything.

The best choice is to simply eliminate it and transform it into nourishment for the Dao of Great Peace and Heaven. (End of Chapter)