95: He defied the emperor's decree and was killed again.

When Ji Mo, inside the secret chamber, heard this sound, not only was he not annoyed, but a wave of joy surged within him.

Isn't this just a delivery right to his doorstep? Who wouldn't like that?

"Now that I've just advanced to the Middle Stage of the Condensing Gang Realm, unleashing Sword God Descends again will surely increase its power severalfold.

I estimate that instantly killing those guys outside should be no problem at all."

Ji Mo calculated silently in his heart.

He still maintained the appearance of a Zhen Gang Realm Perfection cultivation base, calmly walked out of the hall, and looked up at the figures floating in the air.

Good heavens, there were indeed many people, and every single one of them was a Void Shattering Realm Cultivator.

If he hadn't advanced yet, facing this lineup would indeed be quite troublesome.

As soon as Ji Mo walked out of the main hall, the Cultivators throughout the Secret Realm immediately used their Divine Sense to probe the area, all waiting to watch this good show.

"You people! You do disgraceful things, yet you insist on finding a high-sounding reason for yourselves.

Isn't it just coveting my Cultivation Technique and resources?

We Cultivators, if we don't know how to contend and seize, how can we stand out? Don't let me look down on you."

Ji Mo said with disdain.

"Yes, kid, we are indeed interested in your Cultivation Technique.

We won't make things difficult for you; as long as you hand over that Cultivation Technique that can frantically devour Spiritual Qi, and give us half of your resources, we will immediately retreat and absolutely not trouble you."

One of them said shamelessly.

"Joke! You don't even look at how many pairs of eyes are watching around here.

If I gave it to you, what if others came to trouble me again?" Ji Mo retorted.

"Enough nonsense, I've been kind enough to explain so much to you.

I advise you to turn around and leave now; it's better for everyone, don't force my hand."

Ji Mo also had his own considerations in mind; after all, he had already killed so many people, and the Emperor must have known by now, perhaps even on his way.

He had to occupy the moral high ground to remain invincible, so he deliberately provoked these people into action.

These people indeed did not disappoint him.

"Since you are so stubborn, then don't blame us for being impolite. Brothers, follow me and capture him!"

The leader gave an order.

Instantly, the scene became extraordinarily lively.

Sabers, spears, swords, halberds, axes, battle-axes, hooks, and forks, all sorts of Magic Treasures were unleashed, broken spatial energy was everywhere, light flashed, and roars resounded continuously.

Ji Mo instantly became excited, finally finding a reason to kill these people.

100% Sword Intent suddenly erupted from his body, and at the same time, his hidden Condensing Gang Realm cultivation base was completely revealed.

"Not good, this kid has broken through!

Hurry up, we must kill him before he unleashes his sword moves, or it will be too late!"

Someone shouted in horror.

Everyone instantly panicked; this kid could instantly kill Void Shattering Realm powerhouses when he was in the Zhen Gang Realm, and now that he had broken through to the Condensing Gang Realm, his strength would definitely be even more terrifying.

"Too late!" Ji Mo roared.

"Sword God Descends!"

"All of you, stop!"

At this moment, the Emperor also entered the Secret Realm.

He was still hundreds of miles away, but his voice rolled in like thunder.

Hearing the Emperor's voice, how could Ji Mo stop? How could he easily let go of the "resources" he had acquired?

"This is your best graveyard, everyone, please take your places!"

Ji Mo coldly shouted, and that majestic Sword God figure once again swung his sword down.

Instantly, space seemed to be frozen, and time also stood still at this moment.

"No—"

The eldest brother, with the highest cultivation base, let out a roar filled with unwillingness.

Immediately afterward, space shattered like a giant mirror, and countless sharp Sword Qi erupted like surging tides.

This group of people could only watch helplessly as their bodies were twisted into Crumbs by the Sword Qi, eventually leaving only skeletal remains.

Ji Mo waved his hand, collecting several Storage Rings into his possession. After all, he still couldn't precisely control such a powerful Sword Technique, and being able to avoid these few rings was already quite difficult.

The next moment, a figure exuding an Aura of vast imperial grace appeared out of thin air.

The Emperor took a step, as if opening up a whole new world, with lotuses blooming under his feet with every step.

Behind him followed a group of trusted ministers, all looking nervous and trembling.

At this moment, the Emperor's majestic face was gloomy; he had never imagined that someone would dare to openly defy his orders, and right in front of him.

"Ji Mo, I told you to stop, did you not hear me?"

The Emperor's voice was piercingly cold, as if carrying endless rage.

Ji Mo bowed slightly, showing respect to the strong, then straightened his body, looking directly at the Emperor with a calm gaze, and said:

"These people deserved to die. I was peacefully Cultivating in the palace granted by Your Majesty, yet they came to my door with malicious intent, full of aggression, shouting to kill and fight.

Their actions were an attempt to sever my Martial Dao Heart.

If I were to yield now, I would surely become one of the nameless masses in the future. Such hatred is no different from the hatred of killing one's father."

"Later, a group of people, without distinguishing right from wrong, immediately tried to punish me just because they underestimated me, and as a result, I counter-killed them."

"And look at these people who have turned into skeletal remains before Your Majesty's eyes; they relied on their Void Shattering Realm cultivation base, coveted my Cultivation Technique Secret Manuals,

and bullied the weak. For such shameless individuals, I naturally had to Cut the Weeds and Eliminate the Roots to prevent future troubles."

"Your Majesty, please tell me, where exactly did I go wrong?"

Ji Mo's voice resonated all around, his words filled with shocking power.

"Ji Mo, in such circumstances, you can uphold the Heart-Nature of a strong person, decisive in killing, and I indeed appreciate that.

However, some people did not deserve death, and this cannot be your reason for defying the imperial decree.

Now, I will punish you."

A strong sense of nausea and resistance surged within Ji Mo.

Ever since Cultivating the Hegemonic Heaven Refining Art, his Heart-Nature had become increasingly domineering, feeling that all things in heaven and earth were under his control.

Moreover, he had done nothing wrong, yet he was to be punished, which was truly difficult to accept.

But circumstances were stronger than him, and Ji Mo had to step forward and ask:

"Your Majesty, how do you intend to punish me?"

"Ji Mo," the Emperor gazed at Ji Mo with piercing eyes, displaying his majestic and domineering Aura,

"Your methods are cruel, you have annihilated dozens of pillars of the Empire, and you openly defied the imperial decree; by law, you deserve death.

However, considering your extraordinary talent, and that the incident was not initiated by you, I have decided to revoke your qualification to enter the Ancient Secret Realm, immediately imprison you in the Heavenly Prison for one year.

After one year, you will join the Heavenly Dragon Army and guard the border for ten years."

This was the most suitable punishment the Emperor could devise after careful consideration.

It could both appease the anger of others and preserve Ji Mo's life, without excessively harming his Heart-Nature, while also making him serve the Empire for ten years. It was truly killing many birds with one stone.

"One year in prison, ten years in the army?"

Ji Mo secretly groaned in his heart; wasn't this a joke?

In two or three years, he still had a blood feud to avenge and an Endless Sea Region to venture into.

Moreover, his Cultivation Technique was special; making him serve in the army for ten years, how was that any different from being imprisoned?

Furthermore, what about his wife, Xue'er, and Yan Ran, whom he was waiting to marry?

Yan Ran, whom he was waiting to marry, what about her?