Emptiness · World
The Sacrificial Altar continued to emit a blood-red glow, as though it was a demonic eye. Demons continued to charge towards the altar, covering the entire sky.
"Zi zi zi!" The demons that charged towards the altar were immediately surrounded by the blood-red glow, before turning into a pool of blood that flowed downwards. As more and more demons charged towards the altar, the pool of blood started to spread. The Three Faced Giant looked at the chains, "Your sacrifice will be remembered by my tribe. Glory belongs to you and me."
"Boom!" The skies were filled with dark red clouds, as lightning and thunder struck down. The aura of the Blood Sacrifice continued to spread, as though it was angered.
Yet another meteorite flew towards the Sacrificial Altar, causing the red clouds to scatter. When it landed near the Sacrificial Altar, the Three Faced Giant grunted in pain. However, the meteorite seemed to have been hit by a barrier, as it slid down to the ground.
"Boom!" A mushroom cloud appeared, as the earth cracked and cracked. Tens of thousands of demons were smashed into smithereens. However, even more demons increased their speed as they charged towards the altar.
Dark Altar Mountain, Temple
"Boom!" A bolt of lightning flashed across the sky, causing the entire temple to be bathed in white light. The bamboos outside swayed in the wind, and the vines on the walls trembled. In that instant, the sound of thunder rang out, causing the Blind Daoist's body to tremble.
The Blind Daoist looked up at the pitch-black sky. Not too far away, the patrolling warriors were still walking along the walkway at a steady pace. The Blind Daoist felt slightly more at ease. He then turned around and saw a lamp on the altar shining brightly. On the iron anchor, there was a continuous stream of black and red Qi emanating from it.
The Blind Daoist sat cross-legged in front of the Iron Anchor, as the sins around him dissipated. The Iron Anchor was emitting a huge amount of Qi. As the Blind Daoist circulated his energy, the Iron Anchor continued to emit a huge amount of Qi. For some unknown reason, the Qi was absorbed into his body, and then dispersed.
"Condense Qi, disperse Qi continuously!"
After repeating this several times, the Blind Daoist finally stopped absorbing the Qi. His expression was solemn as he placed his hand on the Iron Anchor and sighed, "You really are a treasure. Such a huge amount of Qi, if I were to absorb it all, I would be the first True Immortal in this world."
Ever since he discovered that Iron Anchor's Essence Qi had dissipated, he had wanted to take it for himself. He tried to absorb it, but to no avail. Only an insignificant amount was absorbed, and the rest dissipated into this world. The Blind Daoist's face was filled with regret, and he sighed deeply.
"However, with so much Essence Qi pouring into the world, it seems like my sins are being eliminated bit by bit. But this elimination is not complete, and there are always some remnants."
Just as he was deep in thought, he felt a reaction from the anchor. The Blind Daoist glanced at it and placed his finger on the anchor. He then carefully read the message, "Eh? Did Xie Chengdong make a move again? "
Baoyang District
Spring was warm, and flowers were blooming. The branches of the trees were full of new leaves. Some birds were happily jumping around on the trees and chirping. Many of the paddy fields in the fields were filled with water. Some kingfishers were staring at the surface of the water. As long as there was any movement on the surface of the water, they would fly over and create a wave.
The old Daoist's face was solemn. He had received the orders from the Sect Leader and rushed over. Behind him were seven or eight other Daoists as they entered the county.
When they arrived at the County Yamen, they saw a sign on the wall in front of the Yamen. As soon as they reached the door, they were welcomed by a bailiff. Below the main hall was a row of black robed guards, all of them wielding blades. When they looked up, they saw the County Magistrate at the bottom of the stairs, his face was pale.
"County Magistrate!" The old Daoist stepped forward and bowed. The County Magistrate looked at the old Daoist and seemed to have thought of something. His expression changed, "I don't dare, I don't dare."
The County Magistrate waved his hands and turned around to leave.
"Elder, something's not right." A Daoist beside the old Daoist whispered.
The old Daoist heaved a sigh of relief, his eyes focused, "The Sect Leader wouldn't send us here to die. All of you better be alert."
The old Daoist glanced at the black robed guards and spoke softly. He then regained his composure. A black robed guard then welcomed them, "Mister has been waiting for you for a long time. Please enter."
The old Daoist was somewhat bewildered. He walked past a side door and ascended the stairs. The moment he entered, he saw several Daoists.
The old Daoist squinted his eyes. The few Daoists in front of him were glowing brightly. Their cultivation levels were no lower than his. The look in his eyes changed. At this point, a young man stood up and said, "I am Xie Cheng Dong. Are you Daoist Leader Ceng? It must have been hard on you. "
The old Daoist retrieved his talisman and circulated his powers. The talisman glowed brightly. Xie Cheng Dong retrieved his own talisman as well. The two beams of light resonated with each other, and both of them let down their guard.
"Daoist Leader Ceng, please sit down and talk." Xie Cheng Dong turned around and sat down.
The serving maid served tea before retreating. The old Daoist placed his hands on his knees and looked at Xie Cheng Dong. He then smiled, "Young Master Xie, you've put in a lot of effort this time."
Even though he said this, his tone was filled with envy.
"Is Ji Bei Hou worth it? You and I are both Daoists, and not from the same sect. However, we both know that doing such a thing would result in a backlash from the Imperial Qi. "The old Daoist frowned and asked.
Xie Cheng Dong's expression was solemn as he replied, "You should be aware of the changes in Ying Prefecture. Previously, when Ji Bei Hou defeated Count Ping Yuan, we felt that we had to restrain him. We didn't want him to grow too powerful."
"But now, the situation has changed too quickly. Although Pei Zi Yun and I are enemies, I can't help but admire him. We've analyzed the entire process of the rebellion, and couldn't find a single mistake."
"Once Qi Bei County fell, Ji Bei Hou had no other choice but to lead his newly trained troops to attack the city."
"If Pei Zi Yun were to fight against him, that would still be possible. We have our own plans. But now, Count Zhong Qin is defending against him. It's obvious that Pei Zi Yun is planning to repeat Qi Bei Hou's actions in the other counties. As long as another county falls, the other two counties will lose their confidence and surrender."
"Ji Bei Hou can die, but not now. He has to hold on for a while longer, and pave the way for King Lu." Xie Cheng Dong spoke honestly as he looked at Daoist Zeng, "Our two sects have formed an alliance. That's why I'm telling you the truth."
"Your Holy Jail Sect is a local sect, and your roots in Ying Prefecture are much deeper than ours. Now, we need your help."
"This old Daoist understands. It's just that Young Master Xie, hasn't the County Magistrate pledged his allegiance to King Lu? Why do you still need us?" The old Daoist bowed as he asked.
When Xie Cheng Dong heard this, he laughed coldly, "How could it be so simple. The County Magistrate of Bao Yang County had pledged his allegiance to King Lu. After that, he watched as King Lu lost his power and influence. Now, I've sent my black robed guards to capture him. Using King Lu's orders, he was forced to listen to me."
"Such a person can be used, but not trusted. Furthermore, if we push him too far, he will destroy everything indiscriminately. You have to know that killing an Imperial Envoy is considered treason. At the very least, his entire family will be executed. If he dies, it can be said that he died in the line of duty."
"Hence, if we push him too far, the result would be worse."
"Mister Xie, how should we handle this matter? Please tell me. If I can help, I will." When the old Daoist heard this, he felt that Xie Cheng Dong's words made sense.
Xie Cheng Dong's face was expressionless as he took a sip of his tea, "Our plan is simple. We shall make use of Ji Bei Hou's attack on Free Cloud Sect, and get the County Magistrate to invite Free Cloud Sect into the county to seek refuge. When Pei Zi Yun arrives, we shall take control of the hostages and set up an ambush. Then, we shall kill him."
"For the sake of this target, not only will the black robed guards be involved, there will also be seven or eight Sect Elders. No matter how strong Pei Zi Yun's Dao arts are, he has no chance of survival."
"Once Pei Zi Yun dies, Ji Bei Hou will be able to catch a breather. However, the losses will be great, and they've lost their only hope. All that's left is to stall for time with the Imperial Court. Gradually, they will be defeated, and buy time for King Lu."
"Kill Pei Zi Yun?" The old Daoist frowned and shook his head, "Pei Zi Yun has already become the Imperial Envoy, and holds the Imperial Sword. He commands tens of thousands of troops, and controls four prefectures, including Ying Prefecture. What kind of authority is that?"
"Even the Governor can't control four prefectures under the Imperial Edict. Let's not talk about the fact that he's a noble. Our Dao arts can't even be used on him. With a single shout, all ten of us Daoists would lose our Dao arts, and be at his mercy."
"Young Master Xie, if this is your idea, please forgive me for not participating." The old Daoist immediately turned hostile and rejected the suggestion.
"Hm, do you think I don't know this?" Xie Cheng Dong stood up and paced back and forth, "Pei Zi Yun is a Daoist, and the Sect Leader of Free Cloud Sect. How can it be so simple?"
"You and I both know that in this world, Imperial Qi and Dao arts are different. One is hard, the other soft, the other clear, and the other turbid. The Imperial Envoy is an official, and the Imperial Edict is different. However, Pei Zi Yun isn't an official, and doesn't have the authority to become an Imperial Envoy. Once his Dao foundation is increased, it's gone. He's just borrowing it."
"If he were to truly become an Imperial Envoy and become an official, he wouldn't be a Daoist anymore."
"Those people in the Dao Records Department, although they call themselves Daoists, they are actually Dao officials. That's the reason why they would never be able to enter the path of Dao."
"Regardless of whether it's the attack on the pirates or the rebellion this time, they are all borrowing it. In name, he isn't the leader."
"It's still the same. If he borrows it, he wouldn't be a true Imperial Envoy. As long as he's separated from the Emperor's Sword and the Imperial Edict, as well as the army, he wouldn't be able to use it."
"As for the Emperor's Sword and the Imperial Edict, do you think they're something that you can carry around with you?"
"No, this requires a ceremonial escort. Hence, if the situation is urgent, Pei Zi Yun can't carry it around with him. If he were a true Imperial Envoy, it wouldn't make much of a difference. After all, he has the Emperor's Fate. However, he's not a true Imperial Envoy. Once he's separated from the Emperor's Sword and the Imperial Edict, he wouldn't have the Emperor's Fate."
As Xie Cheng Dong spoke up to this point, he laughed coldly, "That's why we've devised a plan to lure Pei Zi Yun away from the main army and trap him in a trap. The magistrate has already written a letter to Free Cloud Sect."
The old Daoist frowned, as if he had something else to say. Xie Cheng Dong then waved his hands, "Other than that, we still have a trump card up our sleeves. We've already made an agreement with your sect. As long as you're willing to cooperate and lead the way, we'll hand over Ying Prefecture to you. Since you've come here, I'm sure you've accepted the mission. Daoist Leader Zeng, you don't have to ask too much about the details. Just help us."
The old Daoist thought back to what the Sect Leader had instructed him to do before he left and sighed. He didn't speak further.
Seeing the expression on the old Daoist's face, Xie Cheng Dong took several steps forward. His face was filled with melancholy as he looked out the window and said, "Actually, I'm forced to do this as well. Pei Zi Yun is getting harder and harder to control. Regardless of whether we succeed or not, I'm afraid this will be our last ambush."
"Both our sects have a feud with Pei Zi Yun. Now that Pei Zi Yun can't find the time to help us, if we succeed this time, we'll be rewarded by the Imperial Court. When that happens, both our sects will be in trouble."
"My sect is still alright. We have the Paradise, and are thousands of miles away from each other. Whereas your Holy Jail Sect is in Ying Prefecture. Two tigers cannot share one mountain. I'm afraid you won't be able to coexist peacefully, right?"
When the old Daoist heard this, he was speechless. If it weren't for this, Holy Jail Sect wouldn't have gotten involved in this mess.
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