Undying Life

Chapter 546: The Descent of the Golden Sun

Chapter 546: Chapter 546: The Descent of the Golden Sun

The three dynasties wagered their territories, and Zhong Shan returned victorious. The Da Zeng Dynasty celebrated nationwide as they quickly took over the twenty cities they had won, growing ever more prosperous and powerful.

In three years, the national strength of the Da Zeng Dynasty surged, and news of the dynasty possessing an Emperor Extreme Realm expert spread rapidly. Those who heard were astounded—an Emperor Extreme Realm expert in a dynasty? Incredible!

People soon realized the implications. Beast kings, like Sha Po, merged their lifeforce with their bloodline and couldn't establish dynasties of their own. They had to rely on powerful dynasties, ideally empires, but they often weren't highly valued there. In a dynasty, however, their Emperor Extreme Realm power was highly significant and allowed them to achieve great feats. Zhong Shan had indeed struck extraordinary luck.

Of course, people were unaware that behind Xuanjing, the capital, the Da Zeng Dynasty also had an even more formidable Heavenly Extreme Realm Skeleton King. If they knew this, their reactions would be even more profound.

In three years, Zhong Shan's governance led to a scene of flourishing strength. The Da Zeng military grew increasingly powerful. Over nearly ten years, the Da Zeng Dynasty had established a solid foundation in the underworld.

In the palace, at the morning court, Zhong Shan convened in a hall identical to the "Hall of Longevity" in the yang world, named:

The Hall of Immortality!

In the Hall of Immortality, Zhong Shan held court.

"Your Majesty, the Western Biyun Empire has seen the descent of a star from beyond the heavens. The event has stirred the world, drawing countless heroes to it. Please decide our course of action!" a minister reported respectfully.

"A star from beyond the heavens?" Zhong Shan pondered.

"The star descended like a golden sun, sinking into the Great Ze Ghost Domain of the Biyun Empire. It vanished upon landing, and despite numerous investigations, no traces could be found," the minister explained.

"Hmm, I understand," Zhong Shan nodded but said no more.

After the court session, a few key ministers remained: Lin Xiao, Mr. Corpse, and two newly appointed officials.

"What do you make of this?" Zhong Shan asked them.

"Your Majesty, it likely originates from the Great Thousand World," Mr. Corpse said.

"Hmm," Zhong Shan nodded, agreeing that something from beyond the heavens could only come from the Great Thousand World.

"A golden sun descending from the sky—it must be no ordinary object. It could be a great treasure, or possibly a significant figure from the Great Thousand World," Mr. Corpse continued.

"Oh?" Zhong Shan was intrigued.

"Entering this small thousand world isn't something an ordinary immortal can achieve. Of course, there are rare cases of people entering by sheer luck, like a meteor. But this golden sun clearly isn't a meteor. It's either a great treasure or a significant figure, and in either case, powerful figures must be involved. I believe those who received the news won't remain idle; they will surely head to the Biyun Empire," Mr. Corpse asserted confidently.

"Hmm," Zhong Shan nodded, pondering for a moment.

"Your Majesty, should we go?" Lin Xiao asked.

"Such an unshielded descent, causing a worldwide sensation, must involve some scheme or hidden agenda. The Biyun Empire? The Great Ze Ghost Domain? I must go and see for myself. Lin Xiao, you will stay behind!" Zhong Shan decided immediately.

"Understood!" Lin Xiao nodded.

"At tomorrow's morning court, I will assign you the necessary powers. Keep the capital secure for me. I will arrange for Sha Po to stay and assist you," Zhong Shan said.

"Understood!" Lin Xiao responded once more, with the two officials beside him nodding respectfully.

"Mr. Corpse, Xianxian, you will accompany me to the Great Ze Ghost Domain!" Zhong Shan ordered.

"Yes!" Mr. Corpse replied immediately. As for Xianxian, she was more than ready. She had been stifled in the capital for years and was eager for action.

Da Ying Dynasty, Imperial Palace

"Emperor of Da Zeng, we meet again," Yan Chongzhi said with a slightly surprised smile.

"Yan Chongzhi? How are you here?" Zhong Shan asked, equally surprised.

"We came for the descent of the golden sun, of course. Aren't you here for the same reason?" Yan Chongzhi replied, his smile deepening.

Zhong Shan frowned slightly. He had asked Yan Chongzhi why they were in this valley, but Yan Chongzhi's response addressed the golden sun incident instead, skillfully evading the direct question while still providing an answer. This demonstrated Yan Chongzhi's cleverness.

"Yes, we are here for the same reason," Zhong Shan smiled back.

"Zhong Shan, do you still have any of that wine?" The Old Wine Man asked.

With a wave of his hand, Zhong Shan produced another jar of wine, which the Old Wine Man eagerly grabbed.

"May I ask your name?" Zhong Shan inquired, looking at the Old Wine Man.

"Just call me the Old Wine Man. I've forgotten my real name," the Old Wine Man replied, breaking the seal of the wine jar with a slap.

Xianxian, standing nearby, pouted and muttered, "Not very professional at all!"

"Uh?" The Old Wine Man turned to look at Xianxian.

"Did you say I'm not professional?" The Old Wine Man asked, looking at Xianxian with a strange expression.

"Of course. Zhong Shan has told me many stories where characters like you, with troubled pasts, secrets, or some hidden ailments, all introduce themselves in a mysterious and tragic way. But you just blurted it out so casually. It's not professional at all. At least show some nostalgic look in your eyes!" Xianxian said disdainfully.

The Old Wine Man was speechless. Troubled past? Secret ailments? He could accept being called a crazy old man, but having hidden ailments? That was something he couldn't tolerate. Only eunuchs in the palace had hidden ailments. His face turned red with frustration, but seeing the little girl Xianxian, he had to suppress his anger.

"Xianxian, don't be rude!" Zhong Shan quickly intervened. Even though Xianxian had hit the nail on the head, it was impolite to say such things in front of others.

"Why are you not moving forward? Aren't you entering the Great Ze Ghost Domain?" Zhong Shan asked the Old Wine Man, trying to change the subject.

Zhong Shan could tell that Yan Chongzhi was a formidable character and might not reveal much. He decided to direct his question to the Old Wine Man instead.

"Uh, there's danger ahead," the Old Wine Man said straightforwardly.

Yan Chongzhi frowned, wanting to stop him but ultimately held back.

"Danger? Have you been inside?" Zhong Shan asked, surprised.

"No," the Old Wine Man replied after taking a sip of wine.

"No? Then how do you know there's danger?" Xianxian interjected.

"I can feel it," the Old Wine Man said.

"Feel it?" Xianxian looked skeptical.

Having been dismissed by Xianxian earlier, the Old Wine Man was sensitive to her disdain. Seeing her disbelief, he felt both frustrated and helpless.

"I said there's danger, so there is danger. Believe it or not!" The Old Wine Man said firmly.

Hearing the Old Wine Man's words, Zhong Shan's eyes brightened. A feeling? Even without a concrete reason, he was so certain? While Xianxian didn't believe the Old Wine Man, Zhong Shan did. Zhong Shan's own true body had this ability.

To predict good and bad fortunes!

Zhong Shan's true body could predict fortunes without any rationale, thanks to the Red Luan Powder Lotus. This was the basic ability of a "fortune cultivator," a skill Zhong Shan had never disclosed. Could it be that the Old Wine Man had the same ability?