207: Grant cultivation

Tianwu Imperial Domain, Wuqian Territory!

Ancient Martial Emperor Sect, Immortal Dwelling!

This was the residence the Ancient Martial Emperor Sect used to host its most distinguished guests, with the highest specifications for environment, security, and all other aspects.

And it became the residence of Xu Duoduo and A Hui.

After receiving the bestowal from Xu Qing that day, he announced his seclusion to the outside world, using the Opportunity to return to his Family's territory. When he emerged this time, he was already at the Perfection Stage of a Saint Monarch.

However, he concealed his Qi, appearing on the surface to be merely a Saint King expert.

"Wu Luo came looking for you these past two days!"

A Hui naturally knew what bestowal Xu Duoduo had received; after all, he himself had obtained a Low Grade Emperor Armament. Although its attributes didn't quite match his, even if it could only unleash a fraction of its power, the combat strength it burst forth with was incomparable to his current abilities.

"He must be here for the Nether God Holy Land matter!"

Xu Duoduo immediately guessed the other party's intention, which happened to align with his own.

Thinking of this, he took out a Jade Slip and contacted the other party to come over.

Before long, Wu Luo, accompanied by the Sect's high-ranking officials and Yin Ji, arrived at the Immortal Dwelling.

"Greetings, Young Master!"

The group bowed to Xu Duoduo!

Xu Duoduo said, "Actually, I have already been entered into the Xu Family's genealogy!"

Wu Luo and the others were surprised by these words, but they still made a note of the matter.

The group arrived at the reception room. After the host and guests were seated, Xu Duoduo spoke.

"I heard Niu Ge say that Senior Wu came looking for me a few days ago? What was it about?" Xu Duoduo asked with a smile.

"To be frank, Young Master, according to intelligence reports, the Nether God Holy Land has already recalled its experts from outside and has sent people to contact the other two Families!" Wu Luo said with a grave expression.

"It seems they are also afraid!" Xu Duoduo's lips curved slightly upward, revealing a faint smile. "Is the Emperor Sect ready?"

Wu Luo understood Xu Duoduo's meaning and quickly said, "The Emperor Sect was not severely damaged in the previous battle and can dispatch troops at any time, but..."

"But what?" Xu Duoduo still asked with a smile.

"In recent years, due to the decline of the Emperor Sect, the number of Saint Monarchs in our Sect is insufficient. If it's just the Nether God Holy Land, we are not afraid, but if the Nine Rivers Holy Land and the Ancient Sword Holy Land send troops together, our Saint Monarch strength will be far from enough!"

Wu Luo frowned, speaking with some difficulty.

Although the Two Towers and Three Families were willing to abide by the Emperor Sect's laws, they were not subservient, so they naturally wouldn't send troops.

Moreover, even with the addition of the five forces, the number of Saint Monarchs would still be insufficient, because the combined number of existing Saint Monarchs from the three great Holy Lands was eleven!

Xu Duoduo's gaze fell upon Wu Xingqiong, a hint of seriousness flashing in his eyes, and he said, "I once said that if you rendered meritorious service, I would give you hope for recovery. Do you still remember?"

Wu Xingqiong's heart trembled upon hearing this, his lips quivering with excitement, and his eyes filled with anticipation as he said, "Xingqiong remembers!"

Wu Luo and the others also looked at Xu Duoduo with expectant faces.

Xu Duoduo said seriously, "Logically speaking, in the annihilation of the Extreme Yin Holy Land this time, you did not achieve much meritorious service. To obtain recovery, that is far from enough."

Hearing this, Wu Xingqiong's expression changed slightly.

"However, with a formidable enemy at hand and a severe situation, I will handle this as a special case. I can help you recover to the Perfection Stage of a Saint Monarch, but future advancement will be extremely difficult. Of course, if you render meritorious service again, I can seek a Quasi-Emperor Opportunity for you. Can you accept this?"

Xu Duoduo asked.

Wu Luo and the others' expressions changed slightly upon hearing this.

Wu Xingqiong also looked conflicted. After much deliberation, he still said, "I am well aware of my Aptitude. If I could recover, I would at most reach a Two-Step Quasi-Emperor in this life, let alone my current state where recovery is long since hopeless."

"If there is such an Opportunity to recover my former self, then I am willing to bear all consequences. Moreover, Young Master also said that as long as I render meritorious service, I will have the Opportunity to advance. Therefore, I am willing to accept."

At this point, a hint of determination appeared in Wu Xingqiong's eyes.

"Very good!" Xu Duoduo nodded in satisfaction.

A card appeared in his hand, which he then threw to Wu Xingqiong.

"Crush it!" Xu Duoduo's voice came.

Wu Xingqiong crushed the card in his hand without hesitation.

Instantly, a massive surge of energy, like a turbulent tide, erupted from the card, accompanied by the Saint Monarch's might, pouring into Wu Xingqiong's body.

"Boom!"

The impact of this energy instantly shattered the surrounding tables and chairs into fragments.

Fortunately, A Hui had already made preparations, confining the impact of this energy within a certain range to prevent harm to others.

And Wu Xingqiong's Cultivation underwent an earth-shattering change in that instant. His Cultivation rapidly increased from the Early Stage of a Saint Monarch to the Perfection Stage of a Saint Monarch, the increase in Cultivation as swift as a rocket.

Not only that, but his Cultivation showed no signs of being unstable, as if it had accumulated over long years.

At the same time, the powerful pressure emanating from him was even stronger than that of Gu Batian.

This pressure was like a towering mountain, suppressing everything around it, making people feel incredibly oppressed and awestruck.

"This..."

Wu Luo and the others were so shocked by the scene before them that their eyes widened!

And Wu Xingqiong, after using the identity card, also understood what was happening, but an invisible force bound him, preventing him from speaking.

Yin Ji's expression became excited upon seeing this scene, his entire body trembling uncontrollably.

He saw hope; his son had hope of recovery!

"Thank you for your bestowal, Young Master!"

Wu Xingqiong excitedly bowed to Xu Duoduo in gratitude.

"Remember, this is what you owe. I want five sacred souls of Saint Monarchs, whether they are Yao Beasts or humans, either is fine!" Xu Duoduo said.

"Xingqiong accepts the command!"

Although Wu Xingqiong didn't understand why Xu Duoduo wanted sacred souls, he didn't doubt it.

Because many Martial Artists would use sacred souls to Cultivate. This practice seemed evil, but this was a world where the strong preyed on the weak.

Xu Duoduo nodded, then looked at Yin Ji. The latter sensed it and immediately knelt down without hesitation.

"Please bestow a treasure, Young Master. As long as my son can recover, Yin Ji is willing to serve you even unto death!"

Xu Duoduo smiled and tossed out two cards.

Then, with a finger, he shattered the identity card representing the Saint Monarch Cultivation.

"Boom!"

Yin Ji, like Wu Xingqiong, instantly reached the Perfection Stage of a Saint Monarch.

"I... I've become a Saint Monarch!"

Yin Ji said in disbelief, trembling with excitement.

"The remaining card is for your son. This is your meritorious service in the battle of the Extreme Yin Holy Land! As for your Cultivation, remember, you owe me five sacred souls!" Xu Duoduo said.

Then he looked at everyone and said, "Whether the three Families will unite is still unknown! But it's better to be prepared than sorry. Three Perfection Stage Saint Monarchs and one Early Stage Saint Monarch facing eleven Saint Monarchs is somewhat difficult, but at a critical moment, I will not stand by and do nothing!"

Upon hearing this, everyone's hearts were set at ease. With A Hui, a Three-Step Quasi-Emperor, secretly overseeing, they could fight without restraint!

"I have always been clear about rewards and punishments. As long as you render meritorious service, I will not be stingy with rewards. In this battle, among those below Saint Monarch, whoever slays the most enemies of the same realm, I will bestow upon him a Saint Monarch Opportunity; even for Saint Monarchs, I have rewards!"

As he said this, Xu Duoduo's gaze swept across the people in the hall.

The several Half-Step Saint Monarch Elders at the end were immediately overjoyed.

If there were no accidents, their lives would have remained as they were, but now that they could obtain Saint Monarch Cultivation, they would surely fight with all their might.

Gu Batian and Gu Xingkui also understood the meaning in Xu Duoduo's words. The latter sentence was clearly directed at the two of them.

Gu Batian couldn't help but be excited. What kind of reward could he be given? Naturally, it was a further step!

Quasi-Emperor!

"The army should prepare as quickly as possible. Three days later, we will deploy troops to Gu Ming!"

Xu Duoduo didn't care what everyone was thinking; instead, he said seriously.

"Yes!"