Just Now, Zhang Yan felt a familiar aura closing in on him. However, Ao Shao and Shao Wenchao, who were the masters of Haitian, didn't seem to feel anything. It was obvious that they already knew about it, so he didn't mention it. Looking towards the source of the voice, he saw that it was indeed Elder Peng, who he had met before.
Shao Wenchao said, "Manor Master, Elder Peng is here."
Ao Shao nodded slightly.
Elder Peng rode a cloud and came closer. He bowed and said, "Greetings, everyone."
The three of them returned the greeting.
Elder Peng turned to Zhang Yan and said seriously, "Zhang Shangzhen, the person you killed Just Now is called Tang Xin. She was suppressed at the foot of the Cloud Continent because she cultivated an evil technique. The elders in the palace pitied her for her cultivation, so they didn't take her life. They only hoped that she would wake up one day. Who knew that some people in the palace would release her for personal gain? Who knew that she would come to find trouble with you? Now that she has been killed, it's her own fault. She can't blame anyone else."
Zhang Yan could tell that Elder Peng was expressing goodwill towards him. His words were mocking the other faction of the Green Jade Palace. He smiled and said, "Elder Peng may think that way, but not everyone in the palace thinks the same way."
Elder Peng laughed coldly and said, "Just Now, I'm saying that it's time to take care of these people."
Zhang Yan looked at Ao Shao and Shao Wenchao. Seeing that the two of them were calm, as if they already knew about it, he instantly understood that they already had a plan.
As for himself, in their eyes, after killing the female Daoist, he was naturally on the same side.
He thought to himself. Elder Peng didn't come earlier or later. He just had to appear after the battle was settled. It was obvious that he was waiting for the matter to be confirmed so that he could pull him in. However, he didn't feel too bad about it. When he fought, he didn't think of asking for help from others. Since the other party was showing goodwill, he naturally wouldn't reject it.
Shao Wenchao said cautiously, "Elder Peng, isn't it a little too early?"
Elder Peng said in a deep voice, "Fellow Daoist Shao, you should be decisive." At this moment, he turned to look at Zhang Yan. "Fellow Daoist Zhang, may I know where you intend to go next?"
Zhang Yan did not hide anything and said frankly, "Naturally, I am heading to Xuan Hong Heaven to retrieve the item left behind by the Patriarch."
Ao Shao looked over and said in a deep voice, "Fellow Daoist, you need to know that it would be fine if it was in the Black Flood Heaven. However, if you get your hands on it, there's no guarantee that no one will dare to covet it."
Zhang Yan naturally understood this. Although this treasure was passed down by the Great Underworld Patriarch, he believed that many people would be willing to take the risk just because of the rumor that it could help one achieve True Yang. The reason why the Luo Mountain Monastery was able to hold on for so long was because of the restrictions laid down by the Patriarch and the protection of the Jade Kun.
As long as he abided by his duties, the Yu Kun would always stay there to block the enemies, and the restriction wouldn't disperse. So, no one could do anything to him before the time limit was up.
However, if he got his hands on it and brought it out, it would be a different story. It would definitely attract many people who coveted it.
He said calmly, "Since I have come to retrieve this treasure, I naturally have a way to protect it."
With his current cultivation base and magic power, he was confident that he could deal with most of the enemies. If someone came to snatch it, he could use this opportunity to hone his skills. Even if the enemies were too powerful and he couldn't resist them, he had the Chi Lu to retreat to.
When the three people saw his calm expression, they guessed that the Great Underworld Patriarch might have left some protective measures for him.
Elder Peng said seriously, "Fellow Daoist Zhang, if you trust us, we can lend you a hand."
Ao Shao and Shao Wenchao kept quiet.
Zhang Yan smiled and looked at the three people in front of him. After a while, he said, "This Penniless Priest has never been willing to owe favors for no reason. I wonder what you need this Penniless Priest to do?"
The three people looked at each other and smiled. Since Zhang Yan said this, it was clear that there was room for discussion.
Elder Peng cupped his hands and said, "In front of Fellow Daoist Zhang, we won't say such pretentious words. Just as I said Just Now, we want to get rid of those people who indulge in evil and do nothing. Since the other side is slightly more powerful, we would like to ask for your help."
Then, he explained the reason behind it in detail.
The Green Jade Palace's wish was to spread the good deeds system to the rest of the heavens. For millions of years, it had been carried out according to this plan. However, tens of thousands of years ago, some unforeseen events happened in the palace, causing the palace's strength to be greatly reduced. What was even worse was that this matter was leaked to the outside world. Faced with this situation, the palace was divided into two factions. One faction was on the defensive, believing that the situation was different and that they should be gentle towards the heavens. When necessary, they could even make appropriate concessions. On the other hand, the other faction believed that they should continue to forge ahead and not compromise at all. Otherwise, the heavens would definitely be insatiable.
The two factions could not come to an end. Some people secretly played tricks on their fellow disciples, and some even made friends with the evil spirits. As a result, the palace was in chaos. Fortunately, there were a few Elders of the Secret Hall in the Green Jade Palace, so it did not cause a major disaster. However, after the conflict, the defensive faction gradually gained the upper hand. The people of the other faction either went into seclusion, abandoned their duties, or were forced to kill the demons.
Under such circumstances, Elder Peng was forced to go to the Yin God Spirit Cave. However, he was poisoned and almost died. For thousands of years, he did not achieve anything. Now that his magic power had recovered, he wanted to regain his authority.
Zhang Yan could sense that Elder Peng did not reveal everything. There were still some things that were not entirely true. However, he was not a member of the Green Jade Palace, so it was enough for him to know the gist of it. There was no need for him to pursue the matter further. However, there was one thing that he had to ask. He said, "I need to know something, and I hope that you can answer me."
Elder Peng said in a deep voice, "I know what you want to ask." He raised his head. "The Palace Master is still in the Remnant Heavens, but she is temporarily unable to attend to matters in the palace due to a certain matter."
At this moment, Ao Shao also spoke up. "I can testify that the Palace Master is indeed still in the Remnant Heavens."
Zhang Yan nodded slightly. With these two people as witnesses, the matter must be true. Although the Green Jade Palace was powerful, the one that the Heaven Lords were truly afraid of was the True Yang Almighty One. If the True Yang Almighty One was truly gone, the sects that originally obeyed the Green Jade Heaven might have other thoughts. Then, the matter would not be as simple as it seemed. Now that things were like this, there was still some leeway.
At this moment, he glanced at Ao Shao again. The Karma points system was designed to deprive the Lords of the Heavens of their benefits. There should be no exception in the Sea of Pages. There must be a reason why Ao Shao was willing to help him.
Shao Wenchao seemed to understand his doubts. He explained, "Many years ago, the Palace Master owed a great favor to one of Elder Peng's masters. If he could return the favor in the Lower Heavens, the Palace Master would be very willing to do so."
Ao Shao said in a deep voice, "Although I should return the favor, this is not the only thing I want. The current Palace Master of the Green Jade Palace is actually indulging someone who colludes with the demons. This is truly intolerable. If this continues, who knows what kind of consequences it will bring. We must suppress this person. Otherwise, the Heavens will not be at peace."
Zhang Yan thought for a while. Although he was confident that he could obtain the Mystic Stone with his own strength and protect it, no one would complain about having more help. Moreover, if he did not agree, his enemies might not let him go. Those who could have befriended him would also be pushed away. He would not be so unwise as to do so.
He also had his own considerations for getting involved in the power struggle of the Green Jade Palace.
After returning to the Lower Heavens, Sect Leader Qin had pushed all the opportunities to obtain the Mystic Stone to him. However, as the Palace Master of the Qincang School, he had to fight for some benefits for the sect and even the sects of the Nine Continents.
Under the Karma points system, it was actually much easier to obtain external medicine and even to cultivate martial arts. If Elder Peng's faction gained the upper hand and spread this system to the Heavens, then he could make use of this convenience to strengthen the sect behind him. Therefore, in this exchange of benefits, no one would be at a disadvantage. He pondered for a while and said, "If that's the case, I will definitely help you in your matters."
When Elder Peng heard this, he could not help but be overjoyed. He had seen Zhang Yan's strength clearly. He had thought highly of him long ago and had the intention to rope him in. Now that they met again, he was even more shocked. Even though Tang Xin had gone through a trial, she did not last long against him. His strength was truly terrifying. If he stood on his side, then it would be no different from roping in a Heavenly Master. Their chances of success would increase greatly. He said, "Everyone, we need to make a good plan."
Ao Shao smiled and said, "You can come to my residence to talk." He stretched out his hand and pointed. Instantly, a formation door that was a hundred feet tall opened. He walked in first.
Shao Wenchao bowed slightly and took a step back. He said, "Please come in."
He waited for Zhang Yan and Elder Peng to step into the formation before he followed them.
Zhang Yan stepped into the formation and saw that the ground was filled with beautiful white jades. Above them, there was a misty sky and the ceiling could not be seen. There was an altar in the middle of the formation that was wrapped by a transparent stream of water. The stream of water flowed back and forth and the sound of the tide could be heard. There were coral trees at the four corners of the formation and strings of pearls hung from the branches. The pearls shone brilliantly and dazzled the eyes.
Ao Shao said, "This is the Shell Palace. It was gifted to us by a Heavenly Master who had achieved success in his cultivation in the past. It was refined from the body of a great demon. There is no need for us to circulate our energy here. Our cultivation will naturally improve and we will also benefit from it. You will find out in a moment."
Shao Wenchao smiled and said, "Every time this Shell Palace is opened, it will lose some of its spiritual splendor. Usually, the residence master will not invite us to this place unless we meet important guests. In the past, I have always wanted to meet you but was never able to. This time, I have benefited from the two of you."
When the group arrived at the altar, Ao Shao walked to the main seat and made an inviting gesture. Everyone bowed to him and took their seats.
As soon as they sat down, four white jade cups descended and landed in front of their seats. After a while, drops of jade dew appeared and filled the cups in an instant. A refreshing fragrance floated out from the cups.
Ao Shao picked up the cups and gave a toast to the three of them. He said, "This is the Great Ceng Jade Dew. Just one cup is equivalent to a hundred years of great medicine. Everyone, please."
Zhang Yan picked up the cup and drank it. He immediately knew that Ao Shao was not boasting. This water seemed to have its own Cosmos. No matter how much you refined, the same amount would be added. The effect of this water was not any weaker than the great medicines that you used to cultivate in the past.
After Elder Peng drank it, he nodded and laughed. "I didn't know that Residence Master Ao had such a good thing here. Residence Master sure hid it well."
Ao Shao laughed and said, "When Master Xun Yue came to the Yuhuan Heavens, he first came to my Ye Haitian. This jade dew was originally a gift from him. I don't have much of it. If I didn't invite Fellow Daoist Zhang here today, I wouldn't have been willing to take it out."
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