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A heartless ruler leads to an unstable kingdom!
This is a famous saying upheld by every successful emperor, and Wang Sijin, who rose from humble beginnings to become the Miao King, is no exception.
Over time, he replaced all the high-ranking officials in his organization with his own people, and even the lower-level officials were brothers who fought alongside him for power. It can be said that within the Miao Witchcraft, he is absolutely the one in charge; his words carry more weight than those of the emperor, and no one dares to go against his will.
Not everyone blindly worships him; rather, everyone understands his character.
Those who follow me prosper; those who oppose me perish!
This is Wang Sijin's approach to life and work.
Out of fear of him and reliance on his power, these people obey him without question. This has made the Miao Witchcraft a united front, becoming Wang Sijin's personal domain.
Therefore, no matter what orders Wang Sijin gives, they are strictly enforced, even if it involves changing a name.
In addition to his control over power, his own strength is legendary. Although he has not practiced Evil Arts for long—starting only after he became an official in the Miao Witchcraft—his talent or some other reason has allowed him to master the Evil Arts in less than ten years, surpassing all others.
Not only do Taoists and monks fear him, but he is also a prominent figure within the cult circles. Even the Heavenly Principle Sect does not dare to provoke him lightly.
At this point, it is necessary to clarify the current world structure.
Taoism is led by Laoshan and Longhu Mountain, with Qing Song Daozhang from Laoshan and Zhang Tianshi from Longhu Mountain at the helm. Slightly weaker sects include Tianshan, Hengshan, and Huashan. Below them are various branches and schools, which also include many skilled practitioners.
Buddhism is led by the Shaolin Inner Courtyard, Dragon Hidden Temple, and Qingyun Temple. Aside from Dunkong from Qingyun Temple, the Shaolin Temple Inner Courtyard is led by True Self Master, while Master Foyin from Dragon Hidden Temple serves as the Abbot.
As for evil cults, the foremost power is undoubtedly the Black Witch Cult. The Black Witch Cult has many skilled practitioners and a vast number of followers, numbering in the tens of thousands. In terms of sheer numbers, even if you combine the major sects of Daoism and Buddhism, they would still fall short. Almost everyone practices Evil Arts, but only a few can truly master them at a high level, making their number of experts somewhat lacking.
However, the leader Wang Sijin possesses immense strength, and even those prestigious sects do not dare to offend him lightly.
Yet, aside from the Black Witch Cult, the strongest individual combat force that instills fear is the Heavenly Principle Sect.
The Heavenly Principle Sect was founded during the Ming and Early Qing Dynasties as a branch of the Heaven and Earth Society. Those familiar with Chen Huaisheng and Nie Jin's friends should recognize this sect; it was established by Chen Huaisheng and reformed by his mother from the Lin Clan.
Although they failed in their efforts to restore the Ming Dynasty, after many years of development, they have become a formidable organization. Their numbers are few—only about a dozen—but each member is an exceptional expert. Often, when two of them team up, even leaders of major sects must avoid their prowess.
In addition to the Black Witch Cult and Heavenly Principle Sect, there is another significant yet morally ambiguous organization—the Martial Arts Hall.
As mentioned earlier, attentive readers may recall this.
The Martial Arts Hall, as its name suggests, is an organization centered around martial arts. This organization consists entirely of Han Chinese practitioners who base their operations on martial arts. They do not engage in any illicit activities such as gambling or drug trafficking; instead, they run martial arts schools or participate in competitions to make a living. Although they do not practice sorcery, the combat strength of those in authority is not to be underestimated. The destructive power brought by masters of internal martial arts can rival that of other practitioners. While they may be somewhat lacking against supernatural beings, their fierce vitality can deter Evil Spirits from approaching them. Their robust physical condition allows them to engage in close combat with Zombies directly.
The above outlines several major forces within Daoism and Buddhism, as well as evil cults and conventional organizations.
Within China, there are also four mysterious and powerful figures known as the Four Great Holy Kings.
Demon King Minghe, Demon King Zang Tian, Corpse King He Xudong, and Ghost King Ouyang Xue.
Demon King Minghe is well-known as the adoptive father of the protagonist Ye Mingshang, and he is a black dragon with thousands of years of cultivation, standing at the pinnacle of the demon race with unfathomable strength. He commands countless demon soldiers and has the support of the Eight Great Guardian Kings, making him an unassailable giant.
Demon King Zang Tian rose to power after Ye Mingshang's previous life, the Killer Prince, annihilated the royal family of the demon race and bloodied much of the underworld. He himself was a battlefield orphan who, as a child, had once caught a glimpse of the Killer Prince's heroic figure, which left a deep impression on him.
Later, he lived quietly in a forbidden area where no one dared to approach, gradually growing stronger in solitude. After reaching adulthood, he left the forbidden area and forcefully brought an end to the chaos in the demon realm, becoming its king. He even ordered the construction of the God of Killing Mound in honor of the Killer Prince, as a memorial and a warning for future generations.
Corpse King He Xudong was originally one of the Terracotta Warriors from the Qin Shi Huang's Tomb. He was accidentally awakened when someone opened his tomb, allowing him to absorb Moon Essence and be reborn.
He was indeed fortunate; due to his unique constitution, being sealed in clay did not lead to his assimilation but instead caused him to gradually become rigid and corpse-like. After his resurrection, he retained his original will, unlike some Zombies that possess low intelligence.
He can be said to have gained power quite easily; having been sealed in clay for two thousand years, he emerged with the strength of a Flying Zombie. After further cultivation, he almost possessed the abilities of his ancestors.
Finally, there is Ghost King Ouyang Xue, who is shrouded in mystery. She seemingly appeared out of nowhere; no one knows where she came from or who she is, and no one has seen her true appearance. She is always dressed in a white robe with her head buried beneath her hat's brim, revealing only a crystalline chin.
Her domain is not in Yangjian, but rather in the Underworld, more precisely in the realm of Yomi. Yomi is not synonymous with the underworld; it refers to a vast space that includes the Underworld.
The Underworld did not exist from the beginning. Initially, when souls departed from life, they would wander aimlessly. The goddess Nüwa, feeling compassion, found a space and created the Underworld. She entrusted it to Yin Tianzi, establishing institutions such as the Ten Kings of Hell, Ox-Head and Horse-Face, and Black and White Impermanence, which were later perfected by Yin Tianzi.
The Underworld does not encompass all of Yomi; beyond it lies a vast expanse, including Taiyin Mountain, where Ghost King Ouyang Xue resides.
Initially, Taiyin Mountain was controlled by a powerful Hungry Asura. However, when Ouyang Xue suddenly appeared, she not only subdued the Hungry Asura but also transformed Taiyin Mountain into a snowy landscape, claiming it as her territory. (To be continued.)
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