[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-imperial-cultivation":3,"chapter-imperial-cultivation-imperial-cultivation-chapter-238":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Imperial Cultivation",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1054647,1365,"Chapter 238: 235: Expressions","imperial-cultivation-chapter-238",238,"\u003Cp>Chapter 238: Expressions\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan didn’t know what to say.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this region of Taizhou, the secret agents of Da Meng were surprisingly more informed than the Inspection Department, and not by just a slight margin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He rudely said this to Ma Tianhe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All along, the Inspection Department had been quite proud, believing themselves to be the top of the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only compared to the secret agents of Da Meng did they realize how far behind they actually were.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Tianhe found it unbelievable after seeing the map.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But because the action was planned for the next day, they couldn’t allow the Inspection Department to verify it, lest it alerted the enemy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They could only wait to verify its authenticity during the operation the next day.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zou Fang brought over a large stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan stepped on this stone, rising a head above everyone else, allowing all to see his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Colleagues, in Taizhou City, the Evil Sect runs rampant, to the point that we must remove them today; this is your responsibility.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone looked at him with solemn expressions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although young, Chu Zhiyuan had the cultivation level of a Grandmaster, and more importantly, his fame was now considerable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The feat of single-handedly extinguishing the Secret Shadow Sect of Yujing City had been fervently spread among the top experts of the Military Suppression Department, known to almost every officer there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There had been much discussion on what kind of sword technique this was, and why it possessed such extraordinary power?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These flying knives had long surpassed the usual level, not shooting straight but seemingly turning, even over long distances.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone recalled the Heart Inquiry Saber Skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Heart Inquiry Saber Skill was not recorded in the Tongtian Pavilion of Mingwu Hall, but it was recorded among the Martial Arts Sects.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But in the end, they thought it seemed different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Heart Inquiry Blade was indeed astoundingly powerful, but no one had heard of its ability to turn or reach a hundred meters in distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made Chu Zhiyuan a legendary figure in the Military Suppression Department.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, this legendary figure was not only a princely heir but also a Vice Minister of Rites, holding a high and powerful position.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan slowly said, “Disciples of the Evil Sect are to be killed by everyone! … When you take action, remember: don’t show mercy, be ruthless, and be prepared for them to be ruthless as well!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone nodded firmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They were not novices and understood the horrors of the Evil Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “When they perform the Jade and Stone Burning, they will have a moment of power gathering, often with a slight contraction of the eyes. Remember this feeling.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, he suddenly made a peculiar expression, holding it for everyone to see clearly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes narrowed slightly, lips tightly pressed, body seemed to tense up all at once.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan continued, “As soon as you see this expression, retreat immediately, retreat as far as you can!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone widened their eyes, staring at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao also observed him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Huang Shiron’s clear eyes sparkled, reflecting on scenes she had witnessed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before seeing him refine this expression, one hadn’t realized the Evil Sect members could have such pronounced expressions and actions, barely noticeable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon seeing this expression, recalling earlier encounters with many Evil Sect experts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly felt incredibly similar, remarkably so.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “Remember, when you see this expression, run for your life, don’t hesitate!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone stared at him intensely, lest they miss it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What they feared most were the Jade and Stone Burning techniques of the Evil Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly exploding into a blood mist, with astonishing speed, leaving no chance for escape.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Few survived under such a blood mist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, their most crucial principle in dealing with the Evil Sect was to strike deadly blows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Never giving the Evil Sect monsters a chance for Jade and Stone Burning, finishing them off in one go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To achieve this, they needed to swarm together, using many to fight few.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even then, losses were inevitable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as members of the Military Suppression Department, life-and-death battles inevitably involved both death and survival.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If they could truly remember this, they could avoid the Jade and Stone Burning techniques upon seeing them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fearsome nature of the Evil Sect monsters would be greatly reduced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan suddenly withdrew his expression, calmly saying, “Do you remember?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some people shouted urgently that they hadn’t remembered it, requesting the princely heir show it again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some said they had remembered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more tense they were, the harder they tried to remember, the less they could remember.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled slightly, suddenly shouted: “Horrah!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sound was like a thunder shock, exploding in their minds, leaving them blank.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this state, they saw Chu Zhiyuan display the previous expression once again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled with satisfaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This heavy stimulation cleared their thoughts, akin to a Zen teaching’s enlightening strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now they could remember it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan raised his voice, “Alright, no need to worry anymore, it has been imprinted in your minds, you’ll recognize it at a glance. Now I’ll leave it to Master Huang, … Master Huang, arrange it.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes.” Huang Shiron responded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan stepped down from the stone, standing aside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Huang Shiron ascended the stone, beginning to assign each person’s position and target.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The maps had been distributed, each group remembering their target and address.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they were about to leave, Chu Zhiyuan voiced, “Remember, I only want the corpses, bring back the bodies, and we’ll tally merits together!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes!” They shouted in unison.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Energetic, full of confidence, and somewhat eager.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Remembering Chu Zhiyuan’s peculiar expression, they felt they had dispelled a major worry, emboldening them so no fear remained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd quickly dispersed, spreading out to act in Taizhou City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Impressive.” Li Hongzhao eyed Chu Zhiyuan, “You even thought up this trick.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan chuckled, “It’s actually nothing much.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Truly impressive!” Li Hongzhao snorted, “I guess you’re the first to discover this expression characteristic; your attention to detail is commendable.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The most fearsome aspect of Chu Zhiyuan was his observational acuity and intuitive judgment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was difficult to lie in front of him, and harder to hide secrets, requiring constant vigilance, as a slip could reveal everything.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, a lot had already been revealed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sometimes she would suddenly consider letting everything go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once secrets were all exposed, there was no need to be constantly cautious and maintain a high and responsible mental state.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, there was always some unwillingness, keeping her in constant resistance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, “It’s time for us to handle our proper affairs, where is that Fearless Sect guy?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao took out a map and handed it to Chu Zhiyuan, “Here, there’s only him!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan took a glance, frowning, “This is the largest restaurant in Taizhou City, right? … Making a move here would have a significant impact!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Tch!” Li Hongzhao laughed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan squinted at her, “Does Your Highness never care about such things when taking action?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“At worst, just tear down the restaurant and compensate them.” Li Hongzhao said, “A restaurant isn’t a person, if it’s damaged it can be repaired, even improved!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’m just afraid of accidentally injuring the guests.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe…” Li Hongzhao giggled, laughing coquettishly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan’s sword-like eyebrows raised slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Hongzhao gigglingly said, “Won’t they dodge when they see a fight, they’re not corpses!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan sighed, “Alright, I’ll settle him directly then.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He already knew whom Li Hongzhao wanted to kill, Xu Gujian of the Fearless Sect.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Xu Gujian was a true disciple of the Fearless Sect, extremely talented.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The evil skill of the Fearless Sect pursued fearlessness, seeking life in death, a method of refining through numerous lives and deaths.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With each life-and-death experience, their progress advanced significantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As long as the heart was bold and unafraid to die, progress was swift.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, walking by the river often meant they eventually got their shoes wet, and these people often died quickly as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But they did not fear death, for dying allowed them entry into the Fearless Realm, where existence continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This enabled them to be truly fearless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those unafraid to die had even less fear in killing others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This power not derived from self-cultivation, but from external sources, was all considered evil skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more external power, naturally, the external force took control.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And the external force possessed often had a sinister, evil nature, influencing human hearts and human nature, turning them cold, inhuman, violent, with a propensity for slaughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan knew only one principle, that Evil Sect monsters were to be killed by all, with none being innocent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon sight, kill without error.\u003C\u002Fp>",1448,"2026-06-03T09:57:58.105Z","2026-06-14T10:33:17.835Z",1,"novelbin.me","4dd81f12242e9bd36bbe458b043d8324d8c61213aece4667492dc4e8e8101dd1","imperial-cultivation-chapter-239","imperial-cultivation-chapter-237",1378,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimperial-cultivation-cover.jpg"]