Chapter 988
Follow me and you'll enjoy a life of luxury!
In the Royal Academy of Thailand, Elder Xing of the Criminal Law Hall looked at Fang Qing with a gloomy expression.
"This is the Thai Royal Academy! It's not a place where you can act recklessly! Even if you have profound cultivation, you must abide by the academy's regulations! You injured a fellow disciple first, and now you openly use your power to intimidate and threaten law enforcement disciples. How is this any different from the behavior of a demon? The Criminal Law Hall will not tolerate such behavior..."
He also didn't finish his sentence.
Because Fang Qing had already impatiently interrupted him.
"Noisy."
Fang Qing's voice remained calm, yet carried an undeniable coldness.
"Regulations? The regulations you speak of are those that condone the 'Overlord Hall' blocking roads and bullying fellow disciples for their own selfish desires? They allow you law enforcers to ignore the facts, listen to biased opinions, only know how to protect privileges, and suppress those who dare to resist?"
He took a step forward, his gaze sweeping over Elder Xing and the law enforcement disciples behind him, whose expressions were constantly shifting, as cold as stars.
"Turning black into white, blurring right from wrong, bullying others with your power... Do you think you're qualified to administer criminal law and uphold justice in academia?"
"I think it's time to give this court of criminal punishment a good overhaul."
After saying this, Fang Qing gave them no further chance to explain or react.
He gently raised his right hand, spread his five fingers, and made a fist in mid-air towards the group of disciples from the Criminal Law Hall, led by Elder Xing.
hum!
An invisible yet extremely refined spatial force instantly transformed into an invisible giant hand covering an area of hundreds of feet in radius.
This giant hand, like an independent prison, pressed down upon us.
Elder Xing's expression changed drastically. He roared and unleashed his fifth-level Heavenly Realm cultivation without reservation, attempting to break free from this invisible restraint.
He formed a hand seal, and a blurry image of a Xie Zhi (a mythical beast) appeared behind him, unleashing rays of punitive divine light that bombarded the surrounding area.
At the same time, his jet-black law enforcement robe also emitted a dark light, forming layers of defense!
However, it was all in vain.
That invisible, gigantic hand of space can digest all energy and laws.
The divine light of punishment shot into it, but it was like a mud ox entering the sea, failing to even stir a ripple. The defensive dark light was easily penetrated as if it were thin paper.
The giant hands closed together.
Elder Xing, along with the seven or eight second- or third-level Heavenly Rank enforcement disciples behind him, felt as if the surrounding space had been instantly stripped away. They were as if they were sealed inside a piece of transparent amber, their connection with the spiritual energy and laws of the outside world completely severed.
Not only was his body unable to move, but the circulation of his internal energy also became extremely sluggish, as if he had sunk into the thickest swamp.
Even more terrifying, a devouring force began to seep into their pores, drawing away their true energy and life essence.
"Who...who are you?! How dare you lay a hand on an elder of the Criminal Law Hall!"
Elder Xing roared with difficulty within his confinement, his eyes filled with anger, fear, and disbelief.
He never imagined that anyone in the Thai Royal Academy would dare to use such methods against an elder of the Criminal Law Hall.
"I?"
Fang Qing chuckled, "I'm just an ordinary student who can't stand you bunch of incompetent officials who abuse your power and bend the law for personal gain. Since you don't know how to enforce the law fairly, then you should reflect on your actions here."
With a thought, the invisible giant hand of space pressed down suddenly.
The ground shook violently.
The solid white jade ground, engraved with defensive array patterns, was pressed into a huge palm print crater.
Elder Xing and the others were like nails driven into the ground, with only their heads and shoulders exposed, while the rest of their bodies were deeply imprisoned beneath the solid, divine metal ground.
Their cultivation was completely sealed; apart from being able to move their eyes and make faint sounds, they were no different from ordinary people.
This scene shocked everyone present.
The elder of the Criminal Law Hall, a master of the Overlord Rank, along with several law enforcement disciples of the Heaven Rank, were all slapped into the ground like flies. What terrifying strength and what domineering methods this was?
The disciples watching from afar were completely silent, even their breathing was careful, for fear of attracting the attention of that evil star.
Those disciples who had been driven out of the Overlord Hall and were dissatisfied were now, amidst their shock, secretly feeling an indescribable sense of pleasure.
The Criminal Law Hall and the "Overlord Hall" are usually domineering and tyrannical, when have they ever suffered such a great loss?
Amidst this deathly silence and awe—
"Who dares to run wild at my Thai Royal Academy and suppress the elders of the Criminal Law Hall?!"
Three thunderous roars erupted simultaneously from the depths of the academy.
Before the words had even faded, three terrifying auras, several times stronger than Elder Xing's, descended upon the scene like three erupting volcanoes.
As the light faded, three elderly men were revealed, dressed in simple gray robes. Their faces were either dignified, cold, or gloomy. The three of them stood together, their auras perfectly integrated, as if connected to the earth beneath their feet, the sky above their heads, and all living beings around them, exuding an unparalleled majesty as those who wielded power to punish and judge all living beings.
These three are the true foundation and giants of the Thai Royal Academy's Criminal Law Hall—the Three Ancestors of Heaven, Earth, and Man! Ancestor of Punishment Heaven, Ancestor of Punishment Earth, and Ancestor of Punishment Man!
All three are peerless experts at the peak of the seventh level of the Heavenly Realm, only one step away from the eighth level. They are in seclusion year-round, only venturing out when the academy encounters a major event or when the Hall of Punishments faces an insurmountable enemy.
Clearly, Fang Qing's actions in suppressing Elder Xing and the others have alarmed these three elders who were in seclusion!
"Boy, no matter who you are or what your background is, you have committed such a heinous crime today and must be brought to justice!"
The old ancestor Xingtian's voice boomed like a bell, his gaze sharp as lightning, locking onto Fang Qing. He could sense Fang Qing's extraordinary abilities, but he was full of confidence in the strength of the three of them and their combined attack technique.
"Why waste your breath on him!"
The old patriarch of the Criminal Division was hot-tempered. "Take him down first! Daring to challenge the authority of the Criminal Court is an unforgivable crime!"
"Set up the formation!"
The old patriarch of the executioners gave a low shout.
Without a second thought, the three of them moved instantly, assuming the positions of Heaven, Earth, and Man, surrounding Fang Qing in the middle! Their hands simultaneously formed complex and profound hand seals, and they chanted incantations.
"The Three Talents Punishment Formation for Immortals! Activate!"
Rumble!
The sky suddenly darkened, and countless gray-black chains formed from the laws of punishment spread out from the void, dancing like living things.
The earth trembled, and a thick, earthy-yellow light rose up, forming a gigantic phantom of a prison! A terrifying aura, as if someone who had committed the most heinous crimes was about to be judged, filled the surrounding air, sending chills down one's spine.
This "Three Talents Punishing Immortals Formation" is a combined attack formation developed by three ancestors over tens of thousands of years, combining their own understanding of the Way of Punishment with the deduction of an ancient incomplete formation. Once set up, the three people's power is linked, their laws complement each other, and their power is multiplied, enough to trap, kill, or even suppress enemies who are several times stronger than each of them individually.
"Immortal Punishment Light! Suppress!"
The three patriarchs roared simultaneously, each unleashing a massive, mountain-like beam of divine light of different colors. With the support of the great formation, the three beams intertwined and merged, transforming into a pillar of destructive light of three colors, containing the terrifying intents of judgment, suppression, and punishment. Like a divine punishment, it crashed down upon Fang Qing in the formation.
Wherever the beam of light passed, space shattered inch by inch, emitting a mournful cry of unbearable strain. The sheer power made the disciples watching from afar feel suffocated, as if the end of the world had arrived.
Even some of the academy's high-ranking officials who were observing from the shadows couldn't help but change color, feeling alarmed by the strength of these three patriarchs and the power of the great formation.
However, Fang Qing, who was at the very center of the formation and facing the pillar of destruction, remained calm, and even a faint hint of disappointment flashed in his eyes.
"The Way of Punishment? What a pity, you are not worthy of it." He shook his head slightly. Facing the three-colored divine light of punishment that was enough to kill a Zhou Tian level expert, he simply raised his right hand slowly, his five fingers spread open, palm facing the sky.
A chaotic vortex capable of devouring all light and energy appeared in the palm of his hand.
The overwhelming three-colored divine light of punishment, upon contact with the chaotic vortex, was frantically swallowed up like a giant whale sucking in water, its speed so great that it even formed a distorted torrent of energy in the air.
The confidence and killing intent on the faces of the three patriarchs froze instantly, turning into utter horror.
"what?!"
"This is impossible!"
"My power... is draining away!"
They felt their attacks, and even their own true energy and power of laws connected to the great formation, being frantically devoured by that terrifying vortex.
That devouring power seemed to ignore all defenses and laws, and was extremely domineering.
In just two or three breaths, the three-colored pillar of light, powerful enough to destroy the heavens and the earth, was completely devoured. The surrounding chain phantoms and prison phantoms formed by the laws of punishment also began to fluctuate violently, as if they were about to collapse at any moment.
"break."
Fang Qing uttered a single word softly.
The chaotic vortex in his palm suddenly expanded, and then burst forth with an even more terrifying force of counterattack and devouring!
Click! Click! Click!
The sound was like shattering glass, echoing throughout the heavens and earth.
The formidable "Three Talents Punishment Immortal Array" crumbled like paper under the impact of this power, countless array runes collapsed, and the chains of laws broke.
puff!puff!puff!
The three patriarchs simultaneously spat out a mouthful of blood, their faces instantly turning deathly pale. Their auras weakened, and they staggered backward, their eyes filled with unbelievable fear and despair.
Their strongest combined attack formation was so easily broken by the opponent, and they even suffered a severe backlash. This was simply unheard of!
The entire scene fell into a deathly silence.
Whether it was the disciples watching from afar or the academy's higher-ups observing from the shadows, everyone was completely silent at this moment, with only heavy breathing and the sound of their hearts pounding.
The three progenitors of Xing Tian, Xing Di, and Xing Ren, the three pillars of the Punishment Hall, and peerless experts at the peak of the Venerable Heaven rank, joined forces to set up a terrifying array powerful enough to suppress those at the Zhou Tian rank. Yet, this mysterious young man in green robes easily broke through it with a wave of his hand and suppressed it in return?!
This is beyond their comprehension!
Who exactly is this person?! Just how terrifying is their strength?!
The highest rank? Or even... higher?!
Fang Qing slowly withdrew his palm, and the chaotic vortex that had devoured everything disappeared as well.
His gaze swept calmly over the three patriarchs, whose auras were weak and whose faces were filled with fear. He then looked at Elder Xing and the others who had been slammed into the ground and stood like statues. Finally, he looked at the disciples of the Overlord Hall and the law enforcement team in the distance, who were silent with fear.
"Who else dares to stop me from going to the Heavenly Register Hall? Or do they still want to continue 'enforcing the law'?"
His voice wasn't loud, but it reached everyone's ears clearly, like a cold blade scraping across their souls.
No one answered.
All those who were previously arrogant and domineering now lowered their heads, not daring to meet Fang Qing's gaze.
The gap in strength had become so great that they couldn't even muster the thought of resistance.
In this oppressively silent atmosphere—
"Hahahaha...Good! Good! Good!"
A loud, aged laugh, full of satisfaction and appreciation, suddenly came from the highest point in the sky!
With laughter, two figures appeared in the arena as if they had traversed space.
The man on the left is dressed in a simple blue robe. He has a thin face, white hair and beard, but his eyes are as clear and bright as a child's, carrying a kind of wisdom and gentleness that sees through the world.
His aura was peaceful yet vast, seemingly integrated with the entire world of the Thai Royal Academy, unfathomable. He was none other than Qingyun, one of the vice-heads of the Thai Royal Academy.
The person on the right is a middle-aged man wearing a star-patterned Taoist robe, with a refined demeanor and eyes as deep as the starry sky.
His gaze toward Fang Qing was filled with complex and unfathomable emotions: shock, relief, disbelief, and an indescribable excitement.
This person was none other than the head of the Wangu Hall, to which Fang Qing nominally belonged.
Two of the university's true top leaders appeared at the same time!
The laughter of the Deputy Headmaster of Qingyun gradually subsided, and he looked intently at Fang Qing, nodding repeatedly: "Reaching the peak of the Heavenly Realm, half a step into the Shattered Realm! What's even more remarkable is that he has a righteous heart, dares to face injustice, and acts decisively! Well done! Well done, Fang Qing! I have been in seclusion for many years and never knew that my academy had produced such an extraordinary talent!"
The head of the Eternal Hall was also deeply moved: "Fang Qing...you...you have truly given us a huge surprise! No, a shock!"
The way he looked at Fang Qing was as if he were looking at a priceless treasure.
The appearance and words of the two giants once again caused a huge uproar among the crowd!
"Fang Qing? It's actually Fang Qing, a formidable genius among the new disciples?"
"My God! He's actually reached the peak of the Supreme Heaven Realm?! Half-step to the Shattered Realm?! This... how is this possible! How long has he been cultivating?!"
"The deputy prefect and the hall master have both shown up in person! It seems they're here to back him up!"
"No wonder he's so powerful! His strength has reached such a terrifying level!"
Fang Qing was not surprised by the appearance of the two giants.
The commotion he had just caused was enough to alarm the highest levels of the academy. He chuckled and said, "Greetings, Vice Abbot Qingyun, greetings, Hall Master."
"No need for such formalities."
The Vice Abbot of Qingyun waved his hand, a warm smile on his face. "Fang Qing, your current cultivation level has far surpassed the threshold of 'Child of Heaven.' According to the academy's rules, as long as one's cultivation reaches the Zhou Tian stage, one can be promoted to 'Child of Heaven' and enjoy the academy's highest treatment and privileges. Today, with your return and the display of such strength, it is now officially announced!"
He surveyed the entire hall, especially those disciples who had been arrogant and domineering before, but now looked ashen-faced. His voice, like a resounding bell, echoed through the heavens:
"Fang Qing, a disciple of the Eternal Hall, possesses unparalleled talent and has reached the peak of the Heavenly Realm in cultivation. His achievements are groundbreaking, making him a model for the academy! He is hereby exceptionally promoted to the highest student rank of our Thai Imperial Academy—'Child of Heaven'! He will enjoy all corresponding privileges and resource allocations!"
"At the same time, given the recent decline in the academic atmosphere, with some branches and disciples bullying the weak and abusing their power for personal gain, undermining the fairness and order of the academy and having a very negative impact, Fang Qing, the 'Son of Heaven,' is hereby appointed as the Chief Inspector of Academic Discipline of the Academy. He has the authority to inspect all branches and areas of the academy, rectify the academic atmosphere, eliminate long-standing malpractices, and punish illegal activities!"
Anyone who violates school regulations, bullies others, or undermines fairness, regardless of their status, can be dealt with by Fang Qing, the "Son of Heaven," before being reported to higher authorities!
"The Criminal Law Hall acted unjustly today, showing bias and deceit, and has failed in its responsibility to administer punishment. All members are suspended from duty and required to reflect on their actions! Fang Qing, the 'Son of Heaven,' will temporarily assume some of the supervisory powers of the Criminal Law Hall to assist in its rectification!"
The Overlord Hall has blocked roads, inconveniencing others and acting erratically. Its leader and disciples in seclusion are hereby ordered to emerge and immediately proceed to the 'Heavenly Palace' to explain the situation to Inspector Fang Qing and await further judgment!
A series of announcements, like bombshells, exploded in the crowd.
To be promoted to "Son of Heaven" is an unparalleled honor and status.
Throughout the entire history of the Royal Thai Academy, there are very few who have been able to become a Child of Heaven at such a young age!
Even more terrifying is that he also serves as the chief inspector of the academy's discipline, possessing the power to act first and report later, which is tantamount to handing Fang Qing a sword of Damocles.
Even the Criminal Law Division was ordered to suspend its duties and reflect on its actions, and some of its powers were transferred to others!
What trust and reliance this represents, and what a deterrent it is!
Those disciples of the Overlord Hall and members of the Punishment Hall who had previously harbored some hope or dissatisfaction now looked utterly ashen-faced and their hearts were chilled to the bone.
They knew that with the official appointment of the deputy prefect, this newly promoted "Son of Heaven" and chief inspector would probably be able to do whatever he wanted within the academy in the future.
Their good days are probably over.
"You can all enjoy the good life with me."
Fang Qing chuckled. He was about to reshape the entire world again! (End of Chapter)