"It was unexpected that the long-lost Nine Yin Manual would be hidden within the Dragon Slaying Saber. No wonder the Dragon Slaying Saber is hailed as the supreme weapon of the martial world. Anyone who obtains such a divine art could leap from a third-rate expert to a first-rate master."
Zhao Min and the others suddenly understood.
Zhou Yan began to carefully examine the Nine Yin Manual. His Yin-Yang Creation Art underwent further changes, and combined with the Nine Yang Divine Skill, the power under the Nine Yin and Nine Yang reached an even greater magnitude.
"This technique is merely passable," Zhou Yan remarked.
"Merely passable?" the others looked at Zhou Yan.
This peerless martial art of the martial world was only given such a low evaluation in Zhou Yan's eyes. Just how strong was he?
Seeing Zhou Zhiruo's eager gaze, Zhou Yan said, "If you wish to learn, I can impart a better technique to you. This technique, learned alone, is too sinister and unsuitable for you."
"Really?" Zhou Zhiruo was overjoyed upon hearing this, never expecting that Zhou Yan possessed a technique even more formidable than the Nine Yin Manual.
"I want to learn too," Zhao Min said quickly.
Zhou Zhiruo, displeased, retorted, "Zhou Yan is my husband, so it is only right for him to pass techniques to me. Who are you to him that he should teach you?"
Zhao Min, also feeling jealous, replied, "He was so intimate with me, what else could I be to him!"
Daiqisi, hearing this, was immediately angered, "Zhou Yan, how can you treat my daughter like this?"
"Marry you all," Zhou Yan said.
"You..." Daiqisi was so infuriated that she could only close her eyes and remain silent.
"You have quite a beautiful dream," Zhao Min said angrily.
Although Zhou Zhiruo was also angry, she had already shared intimacy with Zhou Yan and could only resign herself to fate.
Xiao Zhao, however, was indifferent. She remained as thoughtful and intelligent as ever, not engaging in any disputes, knowing that arguments would only displease Zhou Yan.
Zhou Yan began to teach the three women the cultivation techniques. The techniques he imparted were profound, yet with Zhou Yan's guidance, they quickly mastered them. Zhou Yan also provided them with Origin Crystals for their cultivation.
Though they were unaware of the technique's caliber, they soon sensed its immense power and were filled with joy.
A few days later, they returned to the shore.
Zhou Yan released the Flowing Cloud Envoy, the Gale Envoy, and the Radiant Moon Envoy, saying to them, "Go back and tell your Twelve Treasure Tree Kings that if they dare to come, I will kill them. If they don't believe me, they can try."
"What should we do?" the Flowing Cloud Envoy looked at the other two.
"Let's return and report truthfully. This Zhou Yan's strength is too terrifying. Even the Twelve Treasure Tree Kings might not be his match if they joined forces, and there's also Zhang Wuji. I suspect this matter will likely be dropped."
The three of them left.
Because of Zhou Yan, not only did Xiao Zhao not become the Saintess of the Ming Cult's main altar, but her mother also returned to the Central Plains. Zhou Zhiruo did not steal the Heaven Reliant Sword and Dragon Slaying Saber, nor did the subsequent string of tragedies occur.
Zhang Wuji returned to the Ming Cult with Xie Xun. The Purple Robe Dragon King and Xiao Zhao also returned to the Ming Cult.
Zhou Yan took Zhou Zhiruo to Emei and reclaimed her position as sect leader.
Subsequently, Zhou Yan widely issued invitations to heroes, inviting everyone to Wudang. He intended to marry Zhao Min, Zhou Zhiruo, and Xiao Zhao.
Following this, Wudang was filled with joy. Regardless of whether the six major sects approved of the union, Zhou Yan married the three women on this day.
At this very moment, Cheng Kun took the opportunity to lead the imperial army and surround Wudang again, intending to capture them all.
"What a lively occasion. Since you are all here, it's the perfect time to eliminate you all at once. You have all been poisoned, and now none of you can escape." Cheng Kun smugly believed Zhou Yan and the others were trapped.
Upon seeing Cheng Kun appear, Zhou Yan said, "You've finally come. I've been waiting for you for a long time."
"You knew I was coming?" Cheng Kun was surprised.
"With your petty schemes, how could you possibly hide them from me!" Zhou Yan smiled.
Then, seeing that everyone was not poisoned, he was astonished.
However, Cheng Kun declared, "Even if you are not poisoned, so what? There are tens of thousands of soldiers outside. How can you possibly contend against so many men!"
"Don't worry, you'll be the first to die," Zhou Yan said, instantly appearing before Cheng Kun. "Your mission is complete, so I won't keep you any longer."
"Crack!"
Zhou Yan killed Cheng Kun directly, astonishing everyone present. They couldn't comprehend what kind of martial art he used; it was so fast.
Subsequently, upon seeing Zhao Min, half of the tens of thousands of imperial troops outside chose to leave. The remaining half, seeing Cheng Kun dead, also departed.
Thus, Cheng Kun was dead, and the martial world was restored to peace. That night, Zhou Yan successfully consummated his marriage with the three women, taking them into his embrace.
Zhou Yan said to Zhou Zhiruo, "Zhiruo, the world is descending into chaos, and the dynasty is about to change. Tomorrow, have the Emei disciples come to Wudang, and I will take you all away from here."
Zhou Zhiruo naturally did not refuse, saying, "Wherever you go, I will go."
Early the next morning, Zhou Yan also found Zhang Sanfeng and said, "Master, you must have witnessed the recent events in the martial world. I wish to take the Wudang disciples away from here. You should come with me as well. In times of turmoil, Wudang, as a prominent martial sect, will inevitably face destruction by the imperial court."
"Where in this vast world should we relocate?" Zhang Sanfeng understood that chaos was imminent and that Wudang would not find peace.
"Leave that to me. You just need to agree," Zhou Yan said.
"Wudang will be yours in the future. If you have thought it through, then so be it," Zhang Sanfeng did not refuse, as he did not wish for Wudang to suffer ruin.
With this, both Wudang and Emei agreed. Only the Ming Cult remained.
After Cheng Kun's death, Zhang Wuji's wish was fulfilled, and his sworn father's revenge was exacted.
Zhou Yan then went to the Ming Cult and said to them, "The world is about to fall into disarray. I have decided to lead the people of Wudang and Emei away from here to a place of tranquility. I hope you will also lead the Ming Cult members to depart with me."
"Alright," Zhang Wuji agreed and began to gather the Ming Cult members.
A group of people arrived at Wudang. Under the gaze of countless onlookers, Zhou Yan seemed to tear open the heavens and earth, and then said to everyone, "Do not resist. We will discuss matters once we have left here."
Zhou Yan's methods were indeed miraculous, leading everyone to believe he was an immortal capable of rending the very fabric of reality. Thus, no one resisted him; they were all transported away by a powerful energy.
Zhou Yan and the others were teleported directly to the "cinema." Due to the sheer number of people, Zhou Yan instructed them to disperse outside until, after a few minutes, everyone had arrived in his territory.
Furthermore, each of them received an evolution of their territory. Feeling the changes within their bodies, they were all greatly astonished.
Zhang Sanfeng, in particular, seemed to have comprehended something even more profound, as his entire being regained youth, his hair turning black, leaving everyone in awe.
He had arranged for accommodations and sustenance for these people, so they were merely curious about their new surroundings.
"I will explain everything shortly. Follow me." Zhou Yan knew they had countless questions, but he led them outside to witness a new world.
It took Zhou Yan two hours to provide a comprehensive explanation. Since they were here, they should live well. Here, they would find no conflict and could even cultivate to immortality, a dream many had yearned for.
After arranging their affairs, Zhou Yan brought Zhao Min, Zhou Zhiruo, and Xiao Zhao to the "Heavenly Emperor's Palace."