"Your Majesty?!" General Yang, dressed in military uniform, was utterly shocked.
He had learned from legends that this ancient emperor from two thousand years ago possessed immense power. If resurrected, he would sweep across the world and unify it. If he could assist this emperor, he would gain significant status and position. That was why he had gone to excavate the tomb.
However, he never expected that this ancient emperor could still speak. He was truly alive!
Without hesitation, General Yang knelt on both knees before Qin Yi's terracotta figure.
"No need for formalities. My resurrection still depends on you. Currently, I am sealed within this terracotta figure, and my power cannot be unleashed. It is quite inconvenient." Qin Yi spoke indifferently.
The aura of a king emanated from him, making General Yang's heart tremble.
"I will obey your orders!" General Yang shouted loudly, his emotions surging. He was completely awed by Qin Yi. The legendary ancient Dragon Emperor was alive, and even while sealed, he could still project his voice. This unimaginable power left General Yang in awe.
"Hmm, I will enter a period of slumber. Arrange my resurrection as quickly as possible. Once successful, I will pacify the world in due time!" After a pause, Qin Yi's tone grew heavier.
"I will not let you down!" General Yang naturally sensed the seriousness in the Dragon Emperor's words and became even more excited.
"I will spare no effort!"
Qin Yi nodded inwardly, then withdrew his perception and entered a state of slumber.
Speaking the language of his previous life's nation once again, he felt an inexplicable familiarity and warmth. But in a fleeting moment, it felt like two lifetimes apart, distant and remote. After becoming a king, his mindset, feelings, and emotions had subtly and rapidly changed.
During his slumber, Qin Yi was surrounded by darkness. He could feel his King's Strength, and all the power he had gained as a Ninja still existed, but he couldn't use it. It was completely sealed within the terracotta figure.
This was a strange rule of power. Even though Qin's Nation's Civilization Rank had surpassed this world, this power was still something Qin Yi couldn't resist; it felt like an indescribable curse.
In the darkness, time seemed to lose its meaning. Qin Yi, now the Dragon Emperor, waited silently.
After an unknown period, the terracotta figure surrounding his body suddenly shook violently, and cracks appeared. At that moment, Qin Yi's eyes snapped open. Outside, a crystal flower glowing with a faint blue light slipped from General Yang's hand, collided with the terracotta figure, and shattered.
At the same time, Lin stabbed a short knife into the coffin, aiming for the terracotta figure's chest. But upon seeing it clearly, his expression changed abruptly.
"It's not him! This is a eunuch!!" Realizing the truth, O'Connell and the others were horrified.
"Crack, Crack!"
The sound of breaking echoed as, right in front of them, a terracotta figure shattered. A body covered in mud stretched out its arms, and the warhorse beneath it began stomping its hooves on the ground.
"General Yang, well done!" Qin Yi opened his eyes, and even though they were made of baked clay, they emitted a sharp, piercing light that stung the eyes of those present.
"The Dragon Emperor has awakened!"
"This is terrible!"
"How could it be him?"
O'Connell and the others were filled with complex emotions, their faces showing disbelief.
General Yang, on the other hand, was overjoyed. He knelt on both knees and performed a kowtow.
"I pay my respects to Your Majesty!"
Qin Yi stretched his body and casually waved his hand.
"Rise. No need for formalities."
He realized that his current body was still made of terracotta, though he could move freely. The power within him was still ordinary.
"The seal hasn't been completely broken. I still need the Mythical Water." Qin Yi glanced indifferently at the stunned O'Connell and his group, knowing they were the protagonists of this world.
Even though they were as weak as ants in his eyes, they were not to be underestimated. Just as his gaze swept over them, the young girl Lin among them flicked her short knife, aiming directly for Qin Yi's face.
"How bold!" Qin Yi raised his right hand and caught the knife, his gaze cold.
"Run!" Seeing this, O'Connell knew they were no match for the resurrected Dragon Emperor. He shouted and immediately dashed out through the nearby window, fleeing.
Qin Yi's eyes flickered slightly, and he wanted to pursue them, but at that moment, he felt his body stiffen, a sense of numbness washing over him, and he couldn't use his strength.
"The seal has just been lifted; will my power take time to recover?"
However, this was not a significant issue. The longer he waited, the faster his strength would return. Moreover, he was still in a clay body, and the seal had not been completely broken. Only when the seal was fully lifted would all his powers return.
After a brief contemplation, Qin Yi turned his gaze to General Yang, who was standing nearby.
"General Yang."
"I am here!" General Yang responded with utmost respect.
"Do not worry about these little mice. The priority is to completely break my seal!" Qin Yi spoke indifferently.
"I understand!" General Yang nodded. He had already investigated the process of resurrecting the Dragon Emperor and was well aware of the ancient legends.
"Your Majesty needs the Mythical Water to achieve eternal life. As long as we have the Mythical Water, this evil curse seal can naturally be broken!"
"Correct. Once the seal is broken, I can summon my army and unify the world!" Qin Yi said in a deep voice.
"I will act swiftly!" General Yang quickly replied.
Soon, General Yang turned to make arrangements.
In this era, there were helicopters and other means of transportation. Although General Yang's status and power were not extremely high, he could still manage to accomplish this.
They quickly discovered the location of the Mythical Water.
Two hours later, General Yang led Qin Yi onto a helicopter.
As the helicopter buzzed, they flew toward the Himalayas.
"Your Majesty, the Mythical Water is located in Shangri-La, which is at the high mountain pass of the Himalayas. In the distance, there is a Golden Pagoda."
"I possess the key. Once we reach the Himalayas, placing the diamond on the Golden Pagoda will reveal the entrance, allowing us to enter Shangri-La!"
General Yang said with reverence while seated in the helicopter.
"Very good." Qin Yi nodded.
He looked down through the helicopter window, and for the first time in his life, he was flying in a helicopter, which was quite an interesting experience.
At this moment, Qin Yi was also contemplating. If the King's Way in this world could integrate such technology into Qin's Nation, his kingdom would undoubtedly undergo tremendous changes once again.
Several hours later, the white peaks of the Himalayas appeared before Qin Yi.
(End of Chapter)
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