Battle Through the Heavens: Starting from the Jia Ma Empire

"Lin Feng, what are your plans next?"

Deep within the Heavenly Tomb, after Lin Feng had briefly adapted to the power of a half-Emperor, the Pure Lotus Demon Saint began to inquire about his next move.

As for Dan Yan and the other two, they remained silent, somewhat restrained in front of these current or former supreme beings of heaven and earth.

Dan Yan was alright, after all, he had taught Lin Feng alchemy for a period of time and knew that Lin Feng's personality would not become cold because of becoming a half-emperor.

The situation of Yao Dan is completely different. The Yao clan itself is in decline. Apart from the younger generation and some short-sighted elders who still do not know how to restrain themselves, Yao Dan, as the clan leader, has long had concerns.

In fact, in the eyes of true powerhouses, the strength of a Dou Di family does not lie in how many high-level or even divine-grade bloodlines appear in its younger generation.

Only the strongest members of a clan, such as clan leaders like Gu Yuanyan Jin, possess powerful realms. No matter how much their bloodline declines, their status will not change!

The most awkward thing is that Yao Dan, the patriarch of the Yao clan and the strongest member of the clan, is only a mere seven-star Dou Sheng. What is even more enviable is that the Yao clan has inherited the alchemy techniques of the Yao Emperor!

With the decline of skills such as weapon crafting and formation making, alchemy has become the most sought-after art in the Dou Qi Continent.

Indeed, the Pill Tower on the Central Plains is most skilled in its unparalleled alchemy techniques.

The Pill Tower, which originally had no powerful protectors, was actually a tempting target for many imperial clans.

If it weren't for the Soul Clan's grand plan spanning a millennium, the mutual wariness among various imperial clans, and the fact that the old fellow Dan Yan hadn't yet reached the Golden Core realm, it wouldn't have been enough to tempt so many powerful figures to resort to any means necessary.

I'm afraid the Danta has long since vanished into the dust of history!

Yao Dan had been worried about this all along. Fortunately, the Soul Clan's conspiracy was exposed, and with the threat from the extraterrestrial evil race, many powerful forces put aside their past grievances and truly united together. This improved the decline of the Yao Clan.

Having witnessed the battles of true powerhouses on the Dou Qi Continent, as well as top geniuses among their peers like Lin Feng and Xiao Yan, the younger generation of the Medicine Clan has shed their unfounded arrogance.

Of course, the long-standing pressure eventually made Yao Dan, the patriarch who was worried about the Yao clan, more cautious. Even though he knew that the people in front of him were friends rather than enemies, he dared not say much in front of the half-emperor.

"Ancestor, could you please explain to me in detail the current situation on the Dou Qi Continent, especially the Soul Clan and the Extraterrestrial Evil Clan?"

After a brief moment of contemplation, Lin Feng turned to Dan Yan, the old ancestor beside him, and asked a question. Clearly, the information about Dan Yan would greatly influence Lin Feng's next move.

"Of course!"

Dan Yan stroked his beard and smiled, thoroughly appreciating Lin Feng's respect, for Lin Feng was a being far more powerful than the founder of the Pill Tower who created him.

"Since you went into seclusion, a full four months have passed according to outside time!"

"During this period, the Soul Clan underwent a tremendous change, with the Void Devouring Flames..."

Amidst Dan Yan's somewhat ethereal voice, Lin Feng and the others gradually learned about the changes that had taken place on the Dou Qi Continent over the past four months, and their expressions gradually became serious.

"The extraterrestrial evil race remains unchanged, and this is what worries us the most."

"We can still find ways to deal with threats that are out in the open, but now that the extraterrestrial demons are hiding, we have no idea what level that Demon Lord has reached!"

"The only thing we can do now is to place our hopes on Zi Yan and Xiao Yan. Even Gu Yuan and Zhu Kun are powerless to help!"

Lin Feng stood with his hands behind his back in the void, his deep gaze looking out of the Heavenly Tomb and towards the Demon Abyss. He remained silent, seemingly deep in thought.

After a long while, Lin Feng suddenly turned around and looked at the Pure Lotus Demon Saint and others on the great formation.

"Brother Jinglian, the extraterrestrial evil race is our greatest threat. If that Demon Lord breaks through to a level comparable to a Dou Di first, we will surely perish!"

"However," a hint of killing intent flashed in Lin Feng's eyes, "the threat posed by the Soul Emperor should not be underestimated. If I were to go into seclusion now to attempt a breakthrough to the Dou Di realm, and the Soul Emperor, now a half-Emperor, were to arrive, no one would be able to stop him!"

"Therefore, I have decided that before entering my final seclusion, I will directly attack the Soul Realm and kill the Soul Emperor to prevent future troubles!"

"Lin Feng, don't act rashly!"

Upon hearing that Lin Feng was preparing to break through to the Dou Di realm, Dan Yan and Yao Dan were shocked and quickly tried to dissuade him.

"Xiao Xuan, you also tried it back then. His Majesty Zhu Kun also said that without the Emperor's Origin, it is absolutely impossible to break through to the Dou Di realm!"

"Now that you're a demigod, you're the strongest force in the allied forces; we can't afford to lose you!"

"Yes, indeed. Since Void Devouring Flame was the one who led the way in killing the Soul Emperor, we could kill him first!"

"Yes," Yao Dan nodded, "with your terrifying power as a half-emperor, the Soul Emperor is definitely no match for you. He doesn't possess a mysterious treasure like the Heavenly Tomb that can alter time, and he certainly hasn't broken through to the half-emperor realm yet!"

"Thank you for your concern, Ancestor and Patriarch Yaodan. Lin Feng has naturally considered the matter of the Emperor's Origin in his desire to break through to the Dou Di realm!"

Lin Feng smiled slightly at their concerns, gently raised his right hand, and a mysterious energy ball slowly floated in his palm.

Although it was only half a meter in size, the energy ball felt to Dan Yan and the others as terrifying as a nightmare, yet as beautiful as paradise.

"This, could this be?"

Dan Yan's tone was hesitant, shocked, and joyful, a mix of emotions, as he looked at Lin Feng, hoping to hear the answer he wanted from him.

"That's right, this is the most crucial energy for breaking through to the Dou Di realm—the Emperor's Origin, also known as Origin Qi!"

"How wonderful! If we had possessed such power in our lifetime, surely, countless beings across this vast and boundless Dou Qi Continent would know our names as emperors!"

Looking at the energy ball in Lin Feng's palm, the Yellow Spring Demon Saint's eyes flashed with a hint of emotion as he spoke to Xiao Xuan and the others.

"Unlike now, how many people, apart from a few top-tier Battle Saints, still know our names?"

"Back then, you and I were the uncrowned kings of the Dou Qi Continent!"

"Hahaha, why bother, Brother Huang Quan?"

Xiao Xuan laughed heartily, "Not only Lin Feng and Xiao Yan, but also that one from the Taixu Ancient Dragon Clan, we will all become emperors in the future!"

"I'm even starting to look forward to the grand spectacle of multiple Dou Di (Battle Emperors) living in the Dou Qi Continent at the same time!"

"Hahaha, not bad, not bad, this doesn't look like me, Huang Quan!"

"Splash!"

The ancient Bodhi tree beside them also swayed its trunk with a rustling sound, and a wisp of pure energy drifted down from the tree, turning into a screen of light in front of everyone.

"Azure Emperor!"

"Haha, then we congratulate His Majesty the Azure Emperor on becoming an emperor in advance!"

"Splash!"

After a long while, the tens of thousands of feet of great formation between heaven and earth slowly turned into nothingness. A spatial vortex opened above the Heavenly Tomb. Lin Feng waved to Xiao Xuan and the others before stepping away.

After the spatial vortex disappeared, only Xiao Xuan, Dan Yan, and Yao Dan remained in the original spot.

"Soul Emperor, my old friend, it seems your end is near!"

"Buzz"

"Who is it!?"

A powerful spatial fluctuation suddenly emanated from the sky above Saint Pill City. The two nameless Battle Saints on duty reacted instantly, flying into the sky and shouting.

At the same time, from among the many buildings in Saint Dan City, hundreds of terrifying auras that pierced the heavens and earth suddenly shot up, disrupting the energy of heaven and earth within a radius of thousands of miles.

Among the many imperial realms, heavyweight figures such as Gu Yuan also rushed to the scene, clearly indicating that this sudden event had caught their attention.

"Haha, it's been a long time since I've emerged from seclusion. There's no need for such a grand welcome!"

The spatial vortex disappeared, revealing a familiar figure – Lin Feng, the strongest young prodigy of the Dou Qi Continent!

"So it's you, brat! I thought it was some foolish Battle Saint who dared to cause trouble above Saint Pill City, where we are stationed!"

Given Lin Feng's current status and strength, there are only a handful of people who would dare to speak to him like that, and the one who calls himself "This Emperor" is naturally Zhu Kun, the Ancient Dragon Emperor of the Void!

"Gentlemen, it's been a long time!"

After nodding to Zhu Kun and the others, many Dou Sheng experts arrived at the council hall. Clearly, Lin Feng's emergence from seclusion this time must have been a major breakthrough.

While April passed outside, two years had already gone by inside the Heavenly Tomb. With the gifts from the Ancient Emperor Tuoshe, everyone wanted to know what realm Lin Feng had broken through to.

Of course, Gu Yuan and Zhu Kun, who were walking ahead of the crowd, had vaguely sensed something along the way, which is why they were so shocked that they fell silent!

The two beings, who had broken through to the peak of the Nine-Star Dou Sheng realm countless years ago, suddenly exchanged a tacit glance, both understanding each other's thoughts.

"That's a pervert!"

"Tap, tap, tap"

"Lin Feng, two years in the Heavenly Tomb, what is your current cultivation level?"

After everyone was seated, Lei Ying, being impatient, couldn't wait to ask questions. In a corner of the hall, Lin Feng also saw the Void Devouring Flame, whose aura had fallen to the level of a Seven-Star Dou Sheng.

Clearly, he had already handed over half of the source of the strange fire, so everyone truly accepted him.

"As expected, I've managed to break through to the level of a half-emperor!"

Facing the expectant gazes of the crowd, Lin Feng slowly sat down, took a sip of spiritual tea, and then spoke softly.

"Boom boom boom"

"Hiss hiss hiss"

A terrifying energy fluctuation erupted once again, and hundreds of Battle Saints could no longer suppress their shock, joy, and other emotions. The terrifying energy they had cultivated for thousands of years could no longer be contained.

Amidst countless chaotic energy fluctuations, even the roof of the grand hall, built from thousand-year-old spiritual wood, was blasted to pieces.

Some Battle Saints, who were used to gasping for air, instantly drained the warmth around Saint Pill City, and countless blasts of cold air descended, as if the Ice Age had arrived.

All I can say is that the power of a Dou Sheng is terrifying!

"Welcome, Half-Emperor!"

After a long while, everyone calmed down from their intense emotions. After changing to another room in the council hall, they congratulated Lin Feng with joyful expressions.

"Gentlemen, there's no need for such formalities. We are all allies with a common enemy. Lin Feng is simply going ahead of us today!"

Seeing the respectful manner of everyone, Lin Feng waved his hand slightly, indicating that they did not need to be so respectful.

"After eliminating the Soul Clan and the Extraterrestrial Evil Clan, you will all surely one day become Half-Emperors or even Battle Emperors!"

"Hahaha, as expected of my son-in-law, a half-emperor! Not bad, not bad!"

The title of Dou Di is the ultimate goal I have pursued for the past ten thousand years. Lin Feng has already become a half-Emperor. When Zi Yan becomes an Emperor in the future, won't they be a family with three Dou Di?

Thinking of this, Zhu Kun couldn't suppress his joy, and the corners of his mouth kept turning up. It was like the Dragon King returning in the Dou Qi Continent!

"Lin Feng, now that you've emerged from seclusion as a half-emperor, have you made any significant moves?"

At this moment, Yan Jin suddenly spoke, his gaze towards Lin Feng still carrying a hint of shock. This young man had achieved so much in just a few decades, completely exceeding his imagination.

Yan Jin, who was stuck at the threshold of the Nine-Star Dou Sheng realm, was extremely envious of Lin Feng, who seemed to have a cheat code.

"good!"

Upon hearing Yan Jin's question, Lin Feng nodded directly, confirming his guess, and slowly stood up, coming to the front of the Void Devouring Flame.

Seeing his slightly flustered expression, I smiled gently.

"What is this guy trying to do? Damn it, that smile... is he trying to completely devour me?"

"Void Devouring Flame, I never expected you to betray the Soul Emperor and abandon darkness for light. Not bad, you have good judgment!"

"What are your requests, Lord Lin Feng? Please give your instructions, and Xu Wu will do his utmost to fulfill them!"

"Haha, don't be nervous. I still prefer your unruly self on Dragon Island. That's the true nature of a rare treasure!"

Seeing the Void Devouring Flame in this state, Lin Feng couldn't help but sigh at the changes in the world. As he broke through to the level of a half-emperor, the Void Devouring Flame that once stood before him became respectful.

If the Void Devouring Flame knew what Lin Feng was thinking, it would definitely curse him in secret, because a thousand years ago, he was seriously injured by Xiao Xuan when he was on the verge of death.

Now, a true half-emperor is less than ten meters away from him. He even indirectly suppressed this half-emperor in the past. Who wouldn't panic? Does the Strange Fire really think it's fearless of death?

"I happen to have something I need you to do, and among the allied forces, only you can accomplish it!"

Void Devouring Flame remained silent, maintaining its respectful demeanor. It felt a secret satisfaction in its eyes as it looked at Lin Feng, but its face remained calm and composed.

"You've been operating in the Soul Realm for over a thousand years. Even if all your subordinates there have been slaughtered, you probably still have other ways to locate the Soul Realm's coordinates, right?"

"Reporting to Lord Lin Feng, although I am not as skilled as His Majesty Zhu Kun in the application of spatial techniques, I still have some insights!"

Void Devouring Flame bowed slightly to Lin Feng, and at the same time gave a slight compliment to Zhu Kun not far away, which made Zhu Kun smile.

Unbeknownst to Void Devouring Flame, this Dragon Emperor Zhu Kun, though seemingly amiable on the surface, was more ruthless than anyone else.

The ancient Heavenly Phoenix and the ancient Heavenly Serpent, who once roamed the Beast Realm, have now disappeared or even become extinct, all because of this kind and amiable figure.

"There's no time like the present, so act now!"

"yes!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Void Devouring Flame closed his eyes, and a black flame emanated from his body, then disappeared into the void in the blink of an eye, heading towards an unknown place.

Many Dou Sheng watched his movements without saying a word. After a long while, Void Devouring Flame suddenly opened his eyes and nodded at Lin Feng.

"Lord Lin Feng, we've found him!"

(End of this chapter)