Xuanhuan: The Empress and I Swapped Bodies - Chapter 82

Ye Wushuang wasn’t particularly concerned about the promised rewards.

However, there was one matter that weighed heavily on his mind—the Demon Race.

This was especially true when the Divine Dragon Imperial Seal reminded him:

“Now that you’ve broken through to the Immortal Emperor Realm, the issue with the Demon Race can no longer be ignored.”

“To maintain the Divine Dragon Empire’s dignity, we must launch a punitive expedition against them and make them pay!”

The Divine Dragon Empire was a mighty power, known and feared by all.

As such, it had to constantly uphold its prestige.

In the previous conflict, the empire had emerged victorious, slaying one of the Demon Race’s Supreme experts.

But that alone wasn’t enough to demonstrate the empire’s overwhelming dominance.

They needed to adopt an even more aggressive stance—to make the world tremble at their might.

Only then would other factions continue to regard the empire with fear and reverence.

“So, we’ll need you to lead the army once more and wage war against the Demon Race.”

“But don’t worry—this time, I’ll accompany you.”

Normally, the Imperial Seal’s duty was to guard the Empress, and it rarely left the empire’s borders.

However, a temporary departure was feasible.

Because hidden beside the Empress was another Supreme expert—one who remained in the shadows.

Apart from a select few, no one knew of his existence—not even Clan Elder Liu Ning.

His sole purpose was to ensure the Empress’s safety.

Thus, even if the Imperial Seal left for a time, the Empress would remain protected.

Yet, upon hearing this, Ye Wushuang immediately refused.

“There’s no need. I’m confident in handling this campaign alone.”

“Oh? How so?”

“I’ve created a Dao technique that can temporarily increase my combat power tenfold. Even against a Supreme expert, I have nothing to fear.”

“What?! Really?!”

Though Ye Wushuang had already achieved countless miracles, the Imperial Seal still couldn’t help but be stunned.

Its first reaction was disbelief.

But as it studied Ye Wushuang’s solemn expression, that disbelief gradually turned to awe.

Hiss—

“This… this is unbelievable! A technique that multiplies your strength tenfold?!”

“Was the tribulation you faced earlier caused by the creation of such an overpowered technique?!”

“Exactly. And this technique isn’t limited to me—it can also amplify a Supreme expert’s power tenfold.”

Hiss—

This time, the Imperial Seal completely lost its composure.

Boosting an Immortal Emperor’s strength tenfold was already staggering—enough to rival a Supreme expert.

But multiplying a Supreme expert’s power? That was on an entirely different level.

Supreme experts were already the pinnacle of combat prowess in this world. A tenfold increase would render them virtually invincible.

If the Empress mastered this technique…

If it mastered this technique…

Who in this universe could possibly stand against the Divine Dragon Empire?

With such power, might they even surpass the legends—transcending the heavens like the Primordial Dragon of old?

The mere thought sent shivers of excitement through the Imperial Seal.

But it also recognized the immense danger lurking behind such a technique.

If word got out, the entire world would drown in bloodshed.

Thus, it urgently pressed:

“Have you told anyone else about this?”

“Only Clan Elder Liu Ning.”

“Good. Keep it that way. Don’t let anyone else know you possess such a technique—not until the Empress emerges from seclusion!”

“What about the campaign against the Demon Race?”

“I’ll go with you. There can be no mistakes in this operation—and no risks to your safety!”

Ye Wushuang, with his invincible technique, was simply too valuable.

In fact, the Imperial Seal now considered his life even more crucial than the Empress’s.

Of course, this was partly because the Empress was currently in a secure location, guarded by a hidden Supreme expert.

Ye Wushuang, on the other hand, was constantly exposed to danger with no such protection.

Thus, the Imperial Seal resolved to accompany him no matter what.

Seeing its determination, Ye Wushuang didn’t argue further.

Soon after, he issued the order:

The Divine Dragon Empire’s army would march on the Demon Race.

Along with 100,000 elite troops, Ye Wushuang would be joined by Clan Elder Liu Ning and the imperial family’s Supreme expert, Liu Shan.

Meanwhile, the Divine Dragon Heavenly Palace would activate its most powerful defensive formations, sealing off all entry and exit.

On the surface, this appeared to be an all-out assault.

After all, the Demon Race was no pushover. Sending just a few experts would be reckless.

A full-scale mobilization was the safer approach.

And with its defenses maxed out, the Heavenly Palace would be nearly impregnable—even to Supreme experts.

Moreover, as the Imperial Seal had hinted, there were still hidden guardians within.

Thus, with preparations complete, Ye Wushuang, Liu Ning, and their forces set out for the Demon Race’s territory.

The “Demon Race” wasn’t a single unified entity, but rather an alliance of countless demonic tribes.

They occupied over 500 major worlds, their collective strength vast enough to crush the Divine Dragon Empire with ease.

But like humanity, they were far from united.

Among them, the Ten Sacred Mountains stood supreme.

Each mountain represented one of the Demon Race’s ten strongest bloodlines—any one of which could rank among the most formidable forces in the universe.

United, they could sweep across all creation.

Yet, just like humanity, internal strife kept them divided.

That was why Ye Wushuang and his forces dared to venture into their lands.

Their target wasn’t the entire Demon Race—but one specific faction among them.

The Vermilion Bird Sacred Mountain.