Chapter 221 - The Ranking Appears, the Nine Provinces Are in Uproar, Rank 10

[Nine Provinces – Demon God Ranking]

[Throughout the Nine Provinces, countless Demon Gates and cults exist. Disciples who practice Demonic Techniques are innumerable. The Heaven Dao, now presents the Demon God Ranking]

[Anyone in the Nine Provinces who cultivates Demonic Techniques and has reached the Land Immortal Realm may be ranked, based on their cultivation, talent, potential, foundation, and other attributes]

[This ranking includes only ten ranks. Rank 10 to Rank 7 are at the Heavenly Human Realm. Rank 6 to Rank 4 are at the Mythical Realm. Rank 3 to Rank 1 are at the God Demon Realm and beyond.]

[Everyone who makes the ranking will receive the Heaven Dao Reward]

[This ranking will be updated once a year]

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The Demon God Ranking?

A ranking for those bloodthirsty demonic cultivators?

How could this happen?

The Dao Immortal Ranking had already been revealed. Now it's the Demon God Ranking?

Then shouldn't there be rankings for Confucian Immortals and Buddhist Immortals too?

Is the Nine Provinces Golden Ranking biased against the Confucian School and Buddhist School?

Especially the high monks who practice Buddhist Techniques, and the scholars trained in Confucianism, they were all filled with dissatisfaction and confusion.

What have these demonic heretics done to deserve such recognition?

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"Oh my god, if those demonic cultivators are ranked and receive Heaven Dao Reward, won't they become even more powerful?"

"Then the Dao School, Buddhist School, and Confucian School of the Nine Provinces are in big trouble."

"We ordinary people might get dragged into it too."

"Exactly. Those who cultivate Demonic Techniques are cruel and bloodthirsty. Who knows what they're thinking?"

"Why is this happening? Why isn't there a Confucian Immortal Ranking for those who study Confucian Techniques?"

"If there were, maybe a scholar like me could have a chance to be ranked."

"You? You're just a bug who hasn't even reached the Great Grandmaster Realm. Give up that dream!"

"So what? Can't I even have a hope?"

"In the eyes of Heaven Dao, Daoism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Demonism, and even martial arts like Sword Dao and Blade Dao, there's no real difference."

"Maybe it's the Demon God Ranking now, but next time, who's to say there won't be a Buddhist or Confucian Immortal Ranking?"

"Let's just wait and see!"

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Yuan Military Tent.

Temujin looked at the ranking, his expression slightly gloomy.

After being repeatedly humiliated by the Heaven Dao Ranking, he no longer voiced his opinions recklessly.

Last time, he thought the Four Great Generals under Muqali would be ranked on the Renowned Marshal Ranking.

But in the end, not a single one made it. Muqali and Boroqul even died on the battlefield.

He had lost face.

This time, no matter what, he kept quiet.

However, though Temujin remained silent, the National Master Phagpa was unusually excited.

"Khan, good news!"

"With the Demon Master Pang Ban's strength, he will surely be ranked on the Demon God Ranking!"

"At the Heavenly Human Realm, there are likely very few across the Nine Provinces whose demonic skills can rival his!"

"His Dao Heart Demon Planting Method has reached an unfathomable level."

"In the future, he will certainly surpass even me."

Temujin was immediately delighted upon hearing this.

But he quickly composed himself.

"National Master, are you sure? You know that the Nine Provinces are full of hidden cultivators. Especially the Earth Mansion, it appears to be a full-blown demonic force."

"It may contain beings even more powerful than the Demon Master."

"Even so, I have great confidence in the Demon Master."

"I believe he has the potential to reach the God Demon Realm. Among the lower ranks of the Demon God Ranking, he should secure a spot."

"Let's hope so!"

Temujin gave a noncommittal nod.

He sighed deeply.

After suffering repeated setbacks.

Especially with the successive losses of Dong Tianbao and the Shaman Cult, he had come to fully appreciate how terrifying the Nine Provinces truly were.

Now, his only goal was to bring down the Southern Song Dynasty as quickly as possible.

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Wudang Sect.

"Master, who do you think could be ranked on the Demon God Ranking?"

"Could the Demon Cult Master be eligible?"

"There are many hidden demonic cultivators in the Nine Provinces. Their techniques are cruel and bloodthirsty, yet terrifyingly powerful."

"I truly do not know."

"Unlike Dao cultivators, Demon Gate cultivators tend to hide more deeply. Even I find some of them extremely difficult to deal with."

"Even among the younger generation of Demon Gate disciples, we must stay vigilant."

"As far as I know, Dongfang Bubai of the Demon Cult has already reached the Heavenly Human Realm. He has a high chance of making the ranking."

"If Yang Dingtian were still alive, he might have had a shot as well."

"There are quite a few Demon Gates in the Ming Martial World. Their Cult Masters are all extremely powerful."

"And not just in the Ming Dynasty. Song Dynasty and Qin Dynasty also cannot be underestimated."

"Regarding this Demon God Ranking, you must all remember to be extremely cautious when facing them."

"Even the slightest lapse could cost you your life."

At this point, Zhang Sanfeng looked at his disciples and grand-disciples with a serious expression.

He had truly poured his heart and soul into protecting the Wudang Sect.

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Han Dynasty Territory.

The Demon Lord Bai Suzhen, who was scouring the land in search of the Longevity Immortal God and the Stitched Cloth Guard Leader, was also surprised as she looked up at the ranking in the sky.

The Demon God Ranking?

With her strength, she was very likely to be ranked.

To be honest, across the entire Nine Provinces, very few in the Demon Dao could surpass her.

At least, she had yet to find any.

And even if there were those who could rival or surpass her, they were not cultivating Demonic Techniques.

No matter how strong they were, they wouldn't qualify for the Demon God Ranking.

However, the Demon Lord didn't care at all.

The Heaven Dao Reward was nice, but their absence meant little to her.

What she cared about most now was capturing the Longevity Immortal God as soon as possible and sealing him inside the Divine Search Palace formation.

She couldn't let him bring chaos to the world again.

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Ming Imperial Harem.

Xue Yuan, Huang Rong, Shi Feixuan, and Wan Wan sat together, gazing at the ranking in the sky.

"Wan Wan, you're cultivating a Demonic Technique, aren't you?"

"Do you think you could be ranked on the Demon God Ranking?"

Wan Wan cultivated the Moth Void Evil Fire, a terrifyingly powerful technique bestowed upon her by Zhu Houzhao.

It was extremely sinister and dangerous.

If not for Zhu Houzhao's help, she would never have advanced to the Intermediate Heavenly Human Realm so quickly.

A single misstep could have affected her mental state.

The scene during her breakthrough had been witnessed by the other three women.

They naturally knew she was cultivating a Demonic Technique.

"Probably not. I'm only at the Intermediate Heavenly Human Realm. Making the ranking is very, very difficult!"

"Maybe once I reach the Late Stage, I might stand a small chance."

Wan Wan shook her head slightly.

"Not necessarily. With how much our husband favors you, and the technique he granted you, especially considering how unique it is..."

"If you can defeat stronger enemies with it, how could it be ordinary?"

"Its potential is far beyond what most techniques can offer!"

Xue Yuan had a keen eye. She had read through Wan Wan's technique before. Though it didn't suit her own cultivation, it was definitely one of the most supreme techniques in the world.

"Look, the ranking is starting!"

Huang Rong suddenly cried out.

The four women focused their gazes, excitement flashing in their eyes.

For cultivators like them who were advancing rapidly, the Heaven Dao Reward was of tremendous benefit.

His Majesty had once hinted to them.

Being ranked on the Nine Provinces Golden Ranking brought not just Heaven Dao Reward, but also an invisible fortune that gathered around the person.

The more ranking one made, the greater the fortune.

Becoming a Child of Fortune, favored by the heavens, might not be just a dream.

[Demon God Ranking – Rank 10]

[Wan Wan]

[Force: Yingui Sect of Sui Dynasty, Imperial Harem of Ming Dynasty]

[Cultivation: Intermediate Heavenly Human Realm Land Immortal]

[Technique: Moth Void Evil Fire]

[Reward: 1x Low-Tier Enlightenment Card (Can be used for enlightenment, increasing comprehension one hundred times, duration one hour!)]

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"Oh my god, Wan Wan, it really is you!?"

"Even though it's just Rank 10, that's still incredibly impressive."

"One Enlightenment Card is enough to help you quickly reach the Late Stage."

"More importantly, it will allow you to better comprehend the Moth Void Evil Fire, and open up your future path more swiftly!"

"That's the greatest benefit of all."

Wan Wan also stared at the ranking with some disbelief. This was truly an unexpected joy.

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Ming Imperial Palace.

Zhu Houzhao was not at all surprised that Wan Wan made the ranking.

In fact, he found it completely natural.

Compared to the Cultivation Technique he granted Wan Wan, the Demonic Techniques of the Nine Provinces were insignificant.

If her current realm weren't so low.

Even if she had advanced by just one minor stage, she could have risen another one or two ranks.

Thinking on this, Zhu Houzhao stood up from his lounge chair and walked toward the palace where Wan Wan resided.

Such a joyous occasion, of course he had to personally go and accompany her, or them.

Otherwise, they might complain about him playing favorites again.

Moreover, as the cultivation realms of the women around him continued to rise.

One by one reaching the Land Immortal Realm and achieving a leap in their life level.

Their strength, appearance, figure, and temperament were all becoming increasingly remarkable.

Zhu Houzhao found it harder and harder to resist their charms.

Each of them was so outstanding.

Each had such a distinct personality.

If it weren't for his own exceptional ability, he might not have been able to handle them at all.

Fortunately, he was no ordinary man.

As the women around him grew stronger, he only became stronger himself.

And his speed of improvement was unimaginable.

While the women worked diligently in the Heavenly Human Realm, Mythical Realm, and God Demon Realm.

He, with the combined support of the Heaven Dao Reward and his system's cheat functions, advanced at an incredible pace.

Since breaking through to the Sage Stage.

In just about a year, he had advanced once again.

He had already reached the mid phase of that realm.

Only a few steps remained before he would reach the Late Stage.

He estimated that with a few more appearances on the ranking, he would surely enter the Late Stage successfully.

Sometimes, even Zhu Houzhao himself felt a little embarrassed by how overpowered his "cheats" were.

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Sui Dynasty.

Yingui Sect headquarters.

Zhu Yuyan and the others were also watching the ranking.

When they saw Wan Wan's name appear, their eyes all widened in shock.

Intermediate Heavenly Human Realm!?

Wan Wan had actually reached the Heavenly Human Realm?

And she had even been selected for the Demon God Ranking!

Heavens, she was too powerful.

Zhu Yuyan, her master, likely would never be able to catch up again.

Back when Wan Wan wanted to enter the Ming Imperial Harem, Zhu Yuyan had been reluctant.

She thought it was absurd to waste time and energy in the Imperial Harem.

But now it seemed that being in the Ming Imperial Harem had allowed Wan Wan to progress even faster than she ever could in the Yingui Sect.

As expected of the Ming Emperor, Zhu Houzhao.

A being at the Great Perfection God Demon Realm.

With just a little guidance, the women around him were advancing at lightning speed.

Thinking of Wan Wan's terrifying achievements, Zhu Yuyan suddenly felt that her once grand ambition of unifying the Demon Gate was laughable.

So what if she unified the Demon Gate?

Compared to the individuals on the Demon God Ranking, she was nothing.

At that point, she would only become a joke within the Demonic World.

Only true strength meant true power.

If she could reach the Heavenly Human Realm or the Mythical Realm, even without unifying the sects, the Demon Gate disciples would likely submit to her willingly.

Compared to cultivation, her past years of schemes seemed utterly ridiculous.

Now, she felt no more regret or resentment toward Wan Wan's decision.

All that remained was anticipation and blessing.

Perhaps one day, Wan Wan could truly break through to the Mythical Realm, or even the God Demon Realm.

Then, even in death, Zhu Yuyan would have no regrets.

Beside Zhu Yuyan, Bai Qing'er's eyes were filled with intense envy and jealousy.

Why was her Senior Sister always so lucky?

Ever since they were young, not only had their master pampered Wan Wan excessively.

All the best resources went to Wan Wan, while she received only leftovers.

Not only that.

Wan Wan even found her own happiness, and met the most outstanding man in the world.

And what about her?

All she encountered were lustful men with hidden motives.

Why did all the good things happen to Wan Wan, while her own fate was so tragic?

She was jealous, resentful, and unwilling to accept it.

But unfortunately, all she could do was endure. Her fate could not be changed at all.

Wan Wan was now a cultivator at the Heavenly Human Realm.

And she?

She was still just a cultivator who hadn't even reached the Great Grandmaster Realm.

The gap between them would only grow wider.

In the future, it would be completely out of reach.

She wouldn't even have the qualifications to chase after her.

She was so unwilling.

So pitiful.

Yet what could she do?

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Elsewhere.

At Cihang Tranquil School.

Upon seeing Wan Wan's name on the ranking, Fan Qinghui's expression darkened.

Intermediate Heavenly Human Realm!

A realm she had never even dared to imagine before.

And now, it has been achieved by a mere Witch from the Yingui Sect.

How could the heavens be so unfair?

But then she thought of her disciple, Shi Feixuan.

Even in the Ming Imperial Harem, Feixuan's cultivation had never lagged behind.

If Wan Wan had reached the Intermediate Heavenly Human Realm, then Feixuan must have reached the same realm.

At least that was a piece of good news.

Moreover, before the Ming Emperor, her status was not inferior to Wan Wan's in the slightest.

Perhaps in the future, the fate of Cihang Tranquil School would rest on Shi Feixuan's shoulders.

Especially now, when the situation in the Nine Provinces changed by the day.

With the current strength of Cihang Tranquil School, forget about influencing imperial succession for the people.

Even survival might be uncertain.

It seemed she would need to find a way to establish a branch within the Ming Dynasty.

It would be placed under Feixuan's authority.

This way, she would not be alone within the Imperial Harem.

At the same time, it would give Cihang Tranquil School one final path forward.

Now, she wasn't even sure if she had been right or wrong to let Feixuan enter the Ming Imperial Harem in the first place.