I Have A Trillion Protagonist Halos

As Su Zhan entered the world within the painting, the green sun on the painting scroll suddenly emitted a bright light, and a faint buzzing sound resonated throughout the space. This was a special reaction caused by the formation and the Qingyang Sacred Scroll, only occurring when someone entered the painting for the first time.

"Elder Li, did you hear something?"

"It's Su Zhan!"

Li Qingyang's powerful spiritual energy spread out, sensing the situation behind him. He swiftly turned around upon reaching the entrance to this place. Infusing his true qi into his eyes, he saw the anomaly on the painting scroll in front of the stone platform, leaving him dumbfounded.

He murmured incredulously, "He… he entered the world within the painting!"

"What!"

King Yang also turned abruptly, witnessing the scene, and became utterly astonished.

Enlightened at first glance! This level of spiritual talent was on par with Su Zhan's invincible martial talent!

Invincible in martial talent, invincible in spiritual talent… This Su Zhan was truly extraordinary. No wonder. No wonder Elder Li had been so accommodating and reverential towards Su Zhan!

Such a genius, in the fifteen kingdoms since their ancestors came to colonize the wilderness and establish nations nearly ten thousand years ago. It's unlikely that there has ever been a second one! Unparalleled in ancient and modern times!

King Yang of Clear Sun Kingdom was deeply shocked, and all the resentment he had towards Su Zhan just moments ago completely dissipated. No matter how Su Zhan spoke to him, it wouldn't be excessive. What was there for him to resent?

With mixed emotions in his heart, King Yang looked at Li Qingyang respectfully and said, "Elder Li, I finally understand why you treat Su Zhan in such a manner!"

A trace of amusement appeared on Li Qingyang's face as he replied, "Do you think it's only because of his talent?"

"Isn't it?" King Yang looked puzzled.

"This child is more than just his talent," Li Qingyang shook his head. "Let's discuss it outside."

Once they left the restricted area, Li Qingyang suddenly spoke, "Were you very resentful when I openly slapped you and didn't give you any face?"

"I dare not! My position as the king was created by Elder Li. How could I not be obedient?" King Yang was startled and quickly replied.

"I see, but you did think that way, didn't you?" Li Qingyang waved his hand, sensing King Yang's frightened demeanor. "No need to be so nervous. It's only human nature, and I understand. However, you should know…"

Li Qingyang's tone became heavier. "The slap I gave you was to save your life!"

"Save my life?"

"Yes, if I hadn't intervened before Su Zhan became angry, you would have already become a lifeless soul under his sword!"

"This, this can't be possible, right?" King Yang expressed disbelief. "His cultivation level is lower than mine, even if they are slightly stronger than me, they wouldn't be able to kill me in such a short time. Moreover, does he dare to kill the King of Clear Sun Kingdom? Doesn't he fear you, Elder Li?"

"Fear me?" Li Qingyang coldly snorted. "He fears nothing! If anything, I fear him!"

"Fear him?" King Yang felt that his brain couldn't keep up. He couldn't fathom why Li Qingyang would fear Su Zhan.

"At this point, it's likely that news has already spread in Xia Kingdom, and there's no need to conceal anything anymore." Li Qingyang sighed. "I… have been defeated. And it was a devastating defeat! If I hadn't offered the Qingyang Sacred Scroll, you probably wouldn't be seeing me right now! Now, do you understand why I slapped you?"

After hearing Li Qingyang's words, King Yang's mind was shaken extremely to its core!

His head went blank, with only Li Qingyang's words echoing in his mind.

Defeated by Su Zhan! And it was a devastating defeat!

According to the information, Su Zhan is only sixteen years old and just recently broke through to the Origin Elixir Realm. How could he be so… unbelievably powerful?

The realization that he had dared to reprimand Su Zhan just moments ago made King Yang tremble and feel a sense of deep regret.

"Thank you for saving my life, Elder Li!" King Yang's voice trembled, sweat dripping down his forehead as he bowed respectfully.

"It's alright. The important thing now is to bring him back. What to do in the future will be a difficult matter."

Li Qingyang supported his forehead. "To be honest, if he only focused on comprehending the Qingyang Sacred Scroll, it would be one thing. But if he takes advantage of his formidable strength and acts recklessly, causing chaos in our Clear Sun Kingdom, then it will be troublesome."

"Well…" King Yang's eyes darted around. "What if we betroth my daughter to him, to win over someone so…?"

"Your daughter seems to be only twelve years old," Li Qingyang glanced at King Yang. "Besides, his character is resolute. He wouldn't be interested in a princess who is only concerned with her appearance. It seems that I will have to seek assistance from my old friends."

"Are you suggesting that we mobilize those several Fish-Dragon realm experts to suppress and kill Su Zhan?"

"Suppress and kill? That would be a last resort." Li Qingyang shook his head. "This young man's talent, if we let him escape, will be a constant source of trouble. My intention is to use the influence of those several Fish-Dragon realm experts to pressure him, negotiate with him, and if possible, bring him into the fold of our Clear Sun Kingdom. But if he proves to be unyielding and acts recklessly within our nation, then the only path left will be to suppress and kill him."

"I don't wish for it to come to that unless absolutely necessary. I hope things can go smoothly and that Su Zhan will show some sense!" After saying this, Li Qingyang sighed and left the place.

King Yang turned around and deeply gazed at the entrance of the forbidden area. He then beckoned the chief eunuch over and spoke with a serious tone, "Create a composite sketch of Su Zhan's appearance and spread it throughout the palace. Let all the princes, nobles, officials, concubines, and even the captains of the guards be aware!"

"Under no circumstances, for any reason, are they to engage in any conflict with Su Zhan. Otherwise, exterminate their nine- no, three generations!"

"Yes!"

Watching the chief eunuch leave, King Yang felt slightly relieved. Although he had given instructions to everyone, he still had some concerns.

If someone with no sense of danger were to offend Su Zhan, it might end up implicating him, the King! However, there were no better options at the moment, and he could only hope that Li Qingyang would resolve the situation as soon as possible.

Sighing, King Yang left the place.

…

Inside the forbidden area, on the stone platform.

Su Zhan closed his eyes and sat cross-legged. Although he could still keenly sense the movements near the stone platform, his primary consciousness had entered another world.

A vast, dim, and boundless world!

Stepping on the withered ground, Su Zhan looked up. A greenish-blue sun hung high in the sky, emitting a chilling, ethereal light without any warmth.

"The Qingyang Devil Fire is not a real flame; it is a powerful spiritual technique. And at the core of this technique lies within that sun. According to Li Qingyang, it would take three months to comprehend a strand of the Qingyang Devil Fire's power. Such a lengthy period of time… Wait, why do I suddenly feel like I've already understood it?" Su Zhan stared at the greenish-blue sun and murmured to himself, but then a sense of realization emerged within him.

Soon after, he hesitantly pointed his finger towards the sun. A strand of green fire flew towards him and, under his mental control, soared up and down!

Su Zhan couldn't help but feel speechless. Is this what it means to comprehend? It seems like my protagonist halos are even more outrageous than I imagined.