Chapter 411: Chapter 270: Primordial God-Slayer Double-Bladed Fork

"Yes!"

The iron box suddenly broke apart into several iron pieces, and that terrifying figure which had previously left Qin Yuesheng both alarmed and shaken appeared once again. It spread its arms and roared at the sky. Although its body was only a vague silhouette, it still sent chills down one’s spine.

After absorbing that black energy, the terrifying figure was even more solid than the last time Qin Yuesheng saw it. If not for the system prompt, he could never have guessed that what was locked in this tiny iron box was actually a "fragmented soul of the Ancient Demon Divinity."

The Netherworld Double-Bladed Fork spun out like a shuttle and pierced straight into the terrifying figure’s body. As soon as the two made contact, both began to spin rapidly.

With an unwilling roar, the entire terrifying figure was sucked into the Netherworld Double-Bladed Fork.

In an instant, the Netherworld Double-Bladed Fork abruptly changed—its once silvery appearance turned pitch-black and dull, and blood-red demonic patterns began to surface.

[Fusion successful, obtained "Ancient God-Demon Double-Bladed Fork"]

The fork landed, stabbing firmly into the ground. Even with no one controlling it, snake-shaped black gases visibly emanated from the fork.

Five black snakes coiled around the fork’s shaft, each formed from thick black energy, vividly lifelike and decidedly extraordinary.

Qin Yuesheng extended his hand and inhaled. The Ancient God-Demon Double-Bladed Fork shot up automatically and landed in his grip.

Undoubtedly, this brand-new weapon, born from the fusion of a fragmented Ancient Demon Divinity and the Netherworld Double-Bladed Fork, was of an entirely new level. With it, Qin Yuesheng’s power to kill enemies would surely soar by an unknown degree.

"Young Master Qin."

"Master."

With Liu Ruoye dead, Du Xiaoqing, Sanhuang, and the rest rushed over and respectfully called out to Qin Yuesheng.

At the same time, Du Xiaoqing couldn’t help but secretly sigh with relief—if Qin Yuesheng hadn’t arrived in time, none of them would have stood a chance against that "Poisonous-Tongued Lady" Liu Ruoye.

"You all heard what that witch just said? The only reason she’s tormented and abused you since childhood, raising you yet treating you so cruelly, is because you’re not her biological child. She took you from your real parents just to vent her resentment. Your real father is named Ci Yun, who has already become a monk. This is key information to help you find your birth parents." Qin Yuesheng looked at Sanhuang as he spoke.

Sanhuang covered his face, sobbing unable to form words.

All his life, he thought his mother only disliked him, which was why she beat him so often for no reason. Who would have thought he actually had other birth parents, and that Liu Ruoye, that venomous woman, not only killed his mother but also snatched him away, raising him like livestock.

This wretched fate overwhelmed Sanhuang with grief.

"Alright, don’t cry now; you’ll have plenty of chances in the future." Qin Yuesheng took out the Netherworld Soldier Seal and the Serpent Empress’s Blessing from his Celestial Demon pouch, tossed them to Sanhuang, "I’ve been your master long enough, but never given you real treasures. Take these two items—with them, you’ll have everything you need to compete for the world."

Before Sanhuang could react, Qin Yuesheng took out the Yin Soldier Life Fate and, based on the small technique he deduced from peering into the fragmented memory of the Ox-Head, implanted it into Sanhuang’s body by special means.

Everyone has a Life Fate, but most are mere wild grass destinies, too trivial to matter.

Those with special Life Fates have Life Stars manifest to the world, like Ah Jiu’s phoenix.

Sanhuang’s fate was ordinary with no traits—though he had dragon energy, he was only a bearer of fortune, not a True Dragon Fate. Unless he could, after Qin Yuesheng severed the dragon vein that night and split the dragon energy in eight directions, seek out and slay all other fortune bearers, seizing their dragon energy for himself.

Only then could he truly unify and become the True Dragon Fate—a Son of Heaven Fate.

In history, whenever the imperial court waned and lords rose to war across the land, it seemed on the surface to be territorial struggles and annihilation of rival forces.

But in truth, it was a contest among fortune bearers—only the last survivor could unify the dragon energy, become the True Dragon, and claim the title of Emperor.

Qin Yuesheng gave the Yin Soldier Life Fate to Sanhuang. If someone with Spiritual Eye like Huang Ting were present, they’d see, hovering overhead, a Yin Soldier in black armor with burning red fire standing above Sanhuang; the Life Fate had formed.

"Come with me. I’ll tell you how to use these two items." Qin Yuesheng led Sanhuang to a distant spot and spoke quietly, "Sanhuang, these two are supreme treasures of war. With them, you command a formidable army. Remember—never tell anyone how to use them."

Sanhuang, seeing rare seriousness from Qin Yuesheng, quickly agreed, "Disciple understands, Master."

Qin Yuesheng explained in detail the methods for using the Netherworld Soldier Seal and the Serpent Empress’s Blessing.

"Master, these treasures don’t seem much use to me," Sanhuang murmured as he accepted the Netherworld Soldier Seal and the Serpent Empress’s Blessing.

Qin Yuesheng replied, "Do you know why I seized the Twelve Linked Rings and recruited Liu Xian’s naval forces?"

Sanhuang shook his head, "Disciple doesn’t know."

"They’re all for you," Qin Yuesheng patted Sanhuang’s shoulder, "You possess dragon energy, with a chance to contend for the world. But even the true Emperor can do nothing without followers and troops. The Twelve Linked Rings is another gift I prepared for you."

"To contend for the world?" Sanhuang was confused.

"Yes—to lead the army, battle others, and see if you can truly claim this land. If you succeed, you’d be its ruler, Sanhuang." Qin Yuesheng laughed.

Sanhuang waved his hands, "No, no, Master, I can’t be any ruler—better if you do it yourself. Really, I’m not up to it."

Qin Yuesheng knew well that fate and fortune were mysterious, not to be taken lightly.

No matter how much stronger he was than Sanhuang, without dragon energy, even the Celestial Dao would not allow him to claim the throne—and would hinder him from the shadows.

It’s just like Wang Mang and Liu Xiu: if the Celestial Dao won’t let you be emperor, no matter how high you climb, you won’t last; but if it favors you, you won’t even need to strive and fortune will come to you.

Sanhuang, as a bearer of fortune, would find such matters far easier than himself.

Besides, Qin Yuesheng’s focus was on breaking through to Grandmaster. His thirst for might was his deepest pursuit.

Even Bai Yue Sword Saint, once mighty, had to venture to the lost wilds at the edges of the world after entering Grandmaster Realm. Clearly, those places conceal secrets unknown to the world.

That was Qin Yuesheng’s goal—to wander freely across the land, journeying everywhere.

Rather than become a king confined to the imperial city, unable to step out a handful of times a year.

"Enough of that defeatist talk. You haven’t even tried—how do you know you’re not fit?" Qin Yuesheng smacked Sanhuang’s head, "Do as I say."

Sanhuang had no choice but to agree.

He summoned Du Xiaoqing and the four fortress masters. Qin Yuesheng wasted no words and threw out his "bombshell."

"From today, the four of you will follow Sanhuang in rebellion. From now on, you will assist him. Du Xiaoqing, you seem clever, so you’ll be Sanhuang’s military advisor; the other three will be generals and lead the troops."

The four stared in shocked amazement.

They were all water bandits—never had they imagined becoming rebels. This was even more thrilling than the first time they killed someone.

Qin Yuesheng added, "Oh yes—you may not tell others about my existence. This rebellion is your own business. Understood?"

"Understood," Du Xiaoqing replied.

"Then don’t waste time. Go now and mobilize everyone from the Twelve Linked Rings. From today forth, you’ll all move ashore to expand and vie for land. Staying at the Twelve Linked Rings is pointless."

Qin Yuesheng’s instructions were swift; Du Xiaoqing and company acted decisively. Water bandits were used to daily action—conquering the world was no different than raiding the seas.

Less than an hour later, the Twelve Linked Rings was emptied out. Hundreds of great ships and smaller vessels lined the shore, packed thick as far as the eye could see.

"Young Master Qin, after coming ashore, where should we settle first?" Du Xiaoqing asked as he approached.

"Besides Cyan Yang City, there’s Meteor Mountain nearby—that’ll do," said Qin Yuesheng, "But remember—of all Jiangnan, only Cyan Yang City is off limits. Disobey and you die."

"Understood." Du Xiaoqing clasped his fists and stepped onto a great ship.

"Master, won’t you come with us?" Sanhuang asked, puzzled, seeing Qin Yuesheng standing unmoving by the shore.

Although he didn’t want to be king and preferred swordsmanship, under Qin Yuesheng’s adamant orders, he had no choice but to accept.

"No—I’m going to clear a few obstacles for you, so your actions in Jiangnan will go more smoothly." Qin Yuesheng tossed out the Mountain Ghost Pearl and fetched the Jade Shell Armor once worn by Yin Soldier Ox-Head from his mansion.

This item could be resized at will through Divine Sense. Qin Yuesheng adjusted it to fit Sanhuang and threw it to him, "Wear it—never take it off except for bathing. If something happens, this may just save your life."

"Thank you, Master." Sanhuang put on the armor at once, finding it a perfect fit.

As he boarded the ship, the water bandits hoisted the Twelve Linked Rings’ special flag, and all the vessels spread their sails and set off.

With great momentum, they rode the winds and waves toward the shore.

Qin Yuesheng mused, "I’ve now reached Seventh Layer of the Internal Power Realm, needing more and more Inner Strength Pills. Without plenty of experts’ Inner Strength for my use, I might not reach Tenth Layer within ten years, much less Grandmaster Realm. With Sanhuang rising, the White Lotus Saint Sect and Yellow Turban Holy Sect are bound to take notice. When I support his rise from the shadows, their sects will send assassins against him, giving me plenty of Inner Strength experts to harvest."

With a smile, Qin Yuesheng left the place at once.