Chapter 762 - - 556 True Human Emperor

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Emperor Donghua vanished with Duge before everyone’s eyes.

The Western Ranges Emperor was uneasy, looking at the Middle Peak Emperor several times and wanting to speak, but hesitating.

The Middle Peak Emperor, seemingly oblivious to him, closed his eyes to rest and not a word did he utter; the more he spoke, the more mistakes he could make—the Middle Peak Emperor knew well the art of governance.

The Demon King Lin Xiaotian’s gaze was shifting, glancing at the Middle Peak Emperor and then at the Western Ranges Emperor, wanting to leave but not daring, or rather, not willing to.

In the depths of his being, he always believed that the Human Emperor Inheritance should not end here and seeing the hope for the rise of the Demon Clan, he did not want to let this opportunity slip away.

Since Emperor Donghua did not immediately kill Duge, Ning Xianping and the others had a bad feeling.

As time slowly ticked away, seeing the name of Human Emperor Qing Sheng still topping the list, their hearts sank gradually, and their mouths tasted more of bitterness; the longer the delay, the lower the likelihood that Duge would die.

That terrifying fellow!

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While everyone was conflicted, suddenly, in a blur, Emperor Donghua and Duge reappeared.

Daoist Rhyme enveloped Duge, and Emperor Donghua stood behind him with utmost respect, his authority gone, resembling more a follower Disciple than anything else.

The Middle Peak Emperor was stunned.

The Western Ranges Emperor’s heart was a turmoil of emotions; Lin Xiaotian, however, showed a face full of joy. He clenched his fists tightly. His gamble was right—the Human Emperor Inheritance indeed was not so easily severed!

Ning Xianping and Feng Xuan exchanged glances, sighed in disappointment, and no longer looked at Emperor Donghua. They turned to Duge instead and said in turn:

“Midday Star Alien Warrior Ning Xianping pays his respects to the Human Emperor.”

“Purple Hero Star Alien Warrior Feng Xuan pays his respects to the Human Emperor.”

Both Alien Warriors had long concluded that Human Emperor Qing Sheng was Duge.

Seeing Emperor Donghua now standing with him, they knew something had happened; naturally, it was time to choose a new power to cling to.

The other Alien Warriors dared not wager, but Duge’s conscience was something they could bet on.

Duge did not reveal his identity in front of Emperor Donghua; they were pleased to play along with Duge’s act. This was a basic courtesy among Alien Warriors.

“What’s your keyword?” Duge glanced at them and asked.

“Your Majesty, my keyword is ‘pulling’.” Ning Xianping said.

Pulling?

The definition of ‘pulling’ flickered through Duge’s mind: to tug towards oneself; to foster; to assist; to collaborate; to implicate;

With at least five meanings, including physical and extended senses, it’s no wonder this fellow qualified for the top ten and became a captive of Emperor Donghua.

“What skill did you awaken?” Duge asked again.

“Hither and Thither.” Ning Xianping was especially honest. “During a conversation, I can bring in unrelated people into the discussion and create a connection to the topic.”

What is that?

A causality-based skill?

Duge paused for a moment, then asked, “What would happen if you directed the conversation towards the East Peak Emperor right now?”

“I think the East Peak Emperor would also be interested in the Human Emperor Inheritance.” Ning Xianping looked at Duge and smiled sheepishly.

“With Emperor Donghua endorsing, he naturally can’t be disconnected from the Human Emperor Inheritance.” Duge subconsciously replied.

“If the East Peak Emperor also supports the Human Emperor Inheritance, then under the Human Emperor, four of the five peaks would be accounted for.” The Western Ranges Emperor said with a smile, looking towards the Middle Peak Emperor.

“If he doesn’t agree, I will lead the Demon Clan’s army to obliterate him.” Lin Xiaotian said.

“He wouldn’t dare.” Emperor Donghua said.

After speaking, several people paused, stunned.

Ning Xianping gave a sheepish smile and said, “Your Majesty, this is the effect of the skill. Without knowing its effect, the topic could be led astray unknowingly. And no one would notice; whenever I wish, I can change the direction of the conversation. But when the skill’s effect is known, people become wary.”

As an indirect guiding skill, to a certain extent, it could change the direction certain matters took. It could penetrate stealth techniques, and through conversation increase one’s influence, strengthening attributes. In the Immortal Martial World, it played a certain role, but not much—considered a somewhat superfluous skill.

Duge nodded and asked, “Anything else?”

“No, that’s all.” Ning Xianping glanced at Emperor Donghua, saying, “Afterward, the Emperor kept me at his side, with scarcely any opportunity to employ my skill.”

“You could try developing in a more physical direction.” Duge thought for a moment and said, “Otherwise, your keyword will be basically useless.”

“So I can stay?” Ning Xianping asked, overjoyed.

“Of course.” Duge nodded. “You understand my character. By genuinely helping me, I will ensure you live to the end. As for resources, it all depends on your luck.”

“Thank you, Du… Your Majesty the Human Emperor.” Ning Xianping hastily thanked Duge.

“And you, what’s your keyword?” Duge turned to Feng Xuan and asked.

“Barely.” Feng Xuan said.

“Which ‘barely’?” Duge asked.

“The ‘barely’ everyone knows.” Feng Xuan managed a bitter smile, “Your Majesty, I haven’t awakened any skill yet.”

“Then don’t strain yourself, just try to stay alive!” Duge looked at him, thought a moment, and decided not to crush his confidence. “You too can stay. Try to awaken Literary and Martial Hearts in New Moon Country. Once you’re stronger, maybe you can barely squeeze others. Don’t be discouraged, ’to every man there openeth a way,’ and perhaps someday you’ll find the correct use for your keyword.”

“Thank you, Your Majesty.”

Feng Xuan smiled bitterly again and thanked Duge. No matter what, the fact that Duge was willing to keep him could be considered a rescue from misery.

At least in the Mortal Realm, he could freely experiment with his keyword. In Emperor Donghua’s Overseas Immortal Mountains, the lowest Realm any person had was that of a True Immortal—aside from forcing himself, whom else could he dare to push?

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