Somewhere in the Luanmo Mountain Range.
"Hmm!?"
Ji Wutian, who was rushing back to Emperor City, sensed a familiar aura at one moment. Immediately after, he concealed his presence and then saw two people drinking beside a clearing, surrounded by no less than dozens of Void Ancestor experts.
However, these were completely insignificant in Ji Wutian's eyes!
"Heh, Brother Xiahou has chosen quite an elegant spot."
Jiang Lin Tian, the second-ranked old ancestor of the Jiang family, smiled and engaged in enthusiastic conversation with Xiahou Ye. Coincidentally, Xiahou Ye was from the same era as Ji Wutian, but at this moment, Xiahou Ye had become an old ancestor of the Azure Empire and had retired behind the scenes.
"Brother Jiang, are you well!"
The two chatted happily, but soon Ji Wutian's heart was filled with murderous intent.
"Brother Xiahou, my clan has made all preparations. In a few days, we will drop the [Hellish Poison] you sent into Emperor City's waters. At that time, the entire Emperor City will be severely weakened. Then, we will join forces... and take the head of Emperor Lord Ji Wutian!!"
Malevolent intent, unmasked and surging, erupted. The actions of Jiang Lin Tian and the other had clearly touched Ji Wutian's sensitive spot.
Poisoning and harming everyone in Emperor City, such an outrageous plot! If Ji Wutian didn't react, then this Emperor Lord of the Milky Way would be too pathetic.
"Die!!"
With a low shout, Ji Wutian, wielding his long sword, unleashed his full peak Third-Order Dao Ancestor aura. Sword intent raged, and he unleashed a final, devastating blow towards the two.
"Who......"
Before Jiang Lin Tian and the other could even finish speaking, a terrifying sword light descended upon them.
*Puff~*
*Puff~*
Two sprays of blood splattered. Clearly, both were caught off guard by the sudden attack and sustained serious injuries.
"Ji Wutian!"
"Peak Third-Order Dao Ancestor, you... impossible!!"
Upon seeing Ji Wutian, both were utterly astonished. How could Ji Wutian have broken through to the peak Third-Order Dao Ancestor realm?
"Die!!!"
They had no idea they had completely enraged Ji Wutian. Now, holding their swords, amidst Jiang Lin Tian's astonished gaze, a sharp pain hit his neck. The next moment, blood spurted. "You... dare to kill me!!"
Seeing Jiang Lin Tian create an opening and be slain by Ji Wutian, Xiahou Ye was utterly terrified. Had Ji Wutian gone mad!
"Retreat!"
Xiahou Ye's first reaction was to flee. What a joke!
Let alone now, when he was heavily injured, even at his peak, he probably wouldn't be a match for Ji Wutian, who had already entered the peak Third-Order Dao Ancestor realm.
"Withdraw now!"
"Intending to poison Emperor City, you would resort to such sinister tactics. How can I tolerate this!"
"Kill!!"
At that moment, Ji Wutian unleashed a final, devastating blow. Before Xiahou Ye could react, Ji Wutian had already passed him. Xiahou Ye's internal organs were mangled into a bloody mess. His consciousness collapsed. Before he died, he realized something terrifying: Ji Wutian had not just broken through to the peak Third-Order Dao Ancestor realm, but had actually entered the ultimate peak Third-Order Dao Ancestor realm!
"Escape!!"
The experts from the Jiang family and Xiahou Ye's side scattered in all directions, intending to report this scene to their respective factions.
However...
Clearly, they were too naive. In front of Ji Wutian, who had now entered the ultimate peak Third-Order Dao Ancestor realm, how could they possibly have the right to escape.
In an instant, several sword lights slashed towards all directions!
*Rustle~!*
Just like that, dozens of experts from both sides turned into corpses, crashing to the ground. Then, silence fell upon the scene, with only the thick scent of blood rising and rippling through the void.
"Hoo~"
With a gentle breath, Ji Wutian calmed his emotions. Then, his gaze turned towards the direction of the Jiang family. "Jiang family, I intended to let you live a little longer. Since you are seeking death, then you cannot blame me!"
Ji Wutian now recalled what his second brother had said that day. He even regretted claiming to be unwell back then. This mess that the Milky Way Empire had become, it seemed he would ultimately have to resolve it himself.
"The Ji family has no reason to exist any longer."
As Ji Wutian sped towards the Ji family, he also sent a telepathic message, ordering Emperor City to pay close attention to the Jiang family and any suspicious individuals attempting to poison the city. When he returned to Emperor City, it would be the day of the Jiang family's demise.
Half a day later.
Above the Jiang family, a majestic voice boomed. This voice was none other than Ji Wutian's.
"The Jiang family has acted against the natural order, attempting to collude with the Azure Empire by poisoning the citizens of Emperor City. For thousands of years, they have been arrogant and ungrateful... effective immediately, the Milky Way Empire will no longer have a Jiang family!"
*Rumble~~~*
The next moment, a destructive giant palm appeared out of thin air, followed by a deafening roar as it descended. The aura of a peak Eighth-Order Dao Ancestor surged. It was clearly Ji Chang Kong who had made a small breakthrough.
Under the deafening roar, the entire Jiang clan was instantly annihilated.
This scene stunned everyone. All factions turned their gaze towards the direction of the Imperial Palace. My heavens, had the great figures of the Milky Way Empire finally made their move?
However...
Wasn't this operation a bit too aggressive? It seemed the Jiang family had truly angered the Emperor Lord's lineage.
But... wasn't the Emperor Lord unwell? It seemed even so, he was still paying attention to the affairs of the empire.
Thinking of this, for a moment, the impression of Ji Wutian in the hearts of the common people soared. After all, for such an Emperor Lord who cared for his nation and people, they had no reason not to like him, nor any reason not to support him.
The Jiang clan deserved to die!
Indeed, the annihilation of the Ji family with a single move did not cause an uproar; instead, it was met with cheers from the masses.
Of course!
Ji Wutian was not foolish. He immediately imprisoned the First Prince in the dungeon. The Empress of the Milky Way was deposed, and all the strong members of the Jiang clan outside were apprehended and brought to justice, one by one.
The crimes committed by the Jiang clan could only be atoned for by the entire clan, serving as a warning to all!
Otherwise, would all the clans and factions truly believe that the Emperor Lord's might could be violated at will!
*Boom~!!*
Just as the Jiang clan was destroyed and the Milky Way Empire seemed to be in turmoil, a terrifying aura spread from the depths of the Imperial Palace. Even from thousands of feet away, the power of that aura could be clearly felt.
"Ultimate Peak Ninth-Order Dao Ancestor!!"
In the forbidden grounds of the Imperial Palace, many old ancestors were filled with joy. Clearly, Old Ancestor Xuanyuan, who had been in seclusion, had advanced his realm further. Ultimate Peak Ninth-Order Dao Ancestor! Their Milky Way Empire had not seen this for at least a hundred years.
The aura of the ultimate peak Ninth-Order Dao Ancestor flashed and disappeared. Ji Xuanyuan did not wish to be too high-profile. After all, even though he had now entered the ultimate peak Ninth-Order Dao Ancestor realm, there were still many people in this world who could kill him.
There was always someone stronger beyond the heavens. Since embarking on the path of cultivation, Ji Xuanyuan had known this truth. Therefore, he had never been arrogant or complacent, and it was precisely because of this that he could become the strongest old ancestor of the Ji family.
In a million years, this was the closest their Milky Way Empire's old ancestor had ever been to the realm of immortals!
Upon learning this news, Ji Wutian was overjoyed. This was truly a double celebration. He immediately issued an imperial decree: "Effective immediately, all taxes for the common people within the Milky Way Empire will be waived for ten years. At the same time, I shall grant a general amnesty to the world, celebrating in unison with heaven!"