Elder Peng looked outside. Just now, the restriction array had been activated. Although there was no one presiding over it and it had already calmed down, the cultivators on duty outside the hall would definitely be alarmed. Fortunately, Wang Zhikong was already suppressed in the crystal, so it was easy to resolve.
He bowed to Shao Wenchao and said, "I've long heard that Spiritual Master Shao's transformation technique is impressive. I'll have to trouble you."
Shao Wenchao smiled. "Fellow Daoist, there's no need to be so courteous. It's a small matter."
When he finished speaking, a spiritual light shone from his body, and he instantly turned into Wang Zhikong's appearance. Not only that, but the aura on his body also became exactly the same.
Zhang Yan glanced over and found that this transformation fruit was very special. If he didn't know that Wang Zhikong had been captured, he might really have mistaken the person in front of him for the real Wang Zhikong.
Shao Wenchao laughed and said, "Spiritual Master Zhang, what do you think of my technique?"
Zhang Yan smiled and said, "It's enough to pass off as the real one."
Ao Shao said, "Wenchao's transformation technique isn't made out of thin air. It's made by intercepting a strand of the person's aura and evolving it into a shadow of the person's past. Then, with the protection of a treasure, even if someone is intentionally looking at it, they can still be fooled. There's a flaw, too. If you fight with someone, you'll immediately be exposed."
Zhang Yan nodded subconsciously. Ao Shao's words weren't exaggerated. It was indeed very difficult to distinguish with normal methods. In fact, from his point of view, there was a flaw here. Everyone had a different spirit, especially when he used his Dharma Eye to observe. However, if it was any other cultivator, they wouldn't be able to do so, unless it was a demon from the Yin God's Spirit Cave. If it was someone like Peng Xiang, they would be able to find the person immediately.
Elder Peng Daoren said, "With Spiritual Master Shao presiding over here, there's no need to worry about outsiders finding out. I'll make a move first."
But Shao Wenchao said, "Wait, Elder Peng. It's too obvious. I'll get someone to send you off."
He used Wang Zhiyuan's tone to call the reception Daoist in and ordered him to send Elder Peng out.
Just now, the receptionist Daoist had also sensed the activation of the Restrictive Spell in this place. However, since his Manor Head did not say anything, he did not dare to ask too many questions. As for Zhang Yan and Ao Shao, although they were standing in the hall, they could not see them at all.
Elder Peng successfully arrived at the foot of the mountain. Similarly, he used the array door but this time round, he arrived at the entrance of another third stage realm Hall Elder Qi Zhiyuan's cave dwelling.
Qi Zhiyuan was an indifferent person who advocated doing nothing. He didn't have a clear standpoint, and he didn't care much about the affairs of the sect. He stood on Wang Zhikong's side purely because the two of them were disciples of the same master, but he didn't care much about it. After he became the elder of the Hall of Duty, he only left a doppelganger outside, and he himself was in closed-door cultivation all year round, rarely showing himself.
He decided to use a different method to deal with this person. Of course, this wasn't a spur of the moment decision, and it was something that he had thought about repeatedly in his heart.
After passing the message in front of the door, it didn't take long before an array spirit that had transformed into a servant came out and said, "Master invites the elder to enter."
Elder Peng followed the Formation Spirit into the cave dwelling. First, they passed through a long and narrow cliff path that was half a forest, then they turned into a lake at the peak of the mountain. They realized that it was quiet and empty here. Even though there were beasts and birds, they didn't make any noise. Only the sound of flowing water hitting the rocks could be heard continuously. On the stone platform by the lake, there were a few disciples who were concentrating on their cultivation, seemingly unaware of what was happening outside.
The two of them walked along the small path and finally arrived in front of a hut. The Formation Spirit stopped there and said, "Master is inside, Elder can just go over."
Elder Peng walked in and saw Qi Zhiyuan sitting on a cattail hassock. Qi Zhiyuan only stood up when he saw Elder Peng. He bowed and said calmly, "Elder Peng, please take a seat."
Elder Peng returned the greeting and expressed his thanks. He sat down at the side and deliberated over his words for a while before saying, "I know that Elder Qi does not like to be disturbed by others when you are meditating, but there is a matter today that Elder Qi cannot shirk from, so I must make a trip here."
Qi Zhiyuan said calmly, "Elder Peng, please speak. I'm listening."
Elder Peng went straight to the point and said, "Elder Qi was involved in the matter that happened a thousand years ago, so I don't need to say anything more. If Elder Wang and the others fulfilled their duties and did everything according to the Palace Lord's orders, then I won't ask any more questions. However, the situation has changed now. Wang Zhiyuan kept avoiding and giving in to the Lords of the Realms. Even when the person carrying the edict was ambushed, he wasn't willing to punish him. What will happen if this goes on? The Karma System will be destroyed sooner or later! Not only that, he even let Tang Xin, who was practicing evil martial arts, out. If she's used by someone with ulterior motives, what will happen to the reputation of Green Jade Palace? "
Qi Zhiyuan seemed to be unaware of this and asked in a low voice, "Is there such a thing?"
Elder Peng Daoren said, "It's true."
Qi Zhiyuan thought for a moment and said, "Then what do you want to do?"
Elder Peng stared at him and said, "I know of your friendship with Wang Zhiyuan. It would be difficult for you to come out and uphold justice, so I have already captured him. As long as you promise not to meddle in this matter, I will take care of the rest of the matters properly. “”
Qi Zhiyuan was moved when he heard this. He suddenly looked at Elder Peng, but Elder Peng looked calm.
Qi Zhiyuan looked at him for a while and then said slowly, "Elder Peng told me this. Aren't you afraid that I'll use the Golden Talisman to invite the Elders of the Secret Palace?"
Elder Peng raised his head and said sincerely, "I think that Spiritual Master Qi is different from others and can be reasoned with. I'm fighting for this position not for my own benefit, but for the Green Jade Palace." At this point, his voice became serious. "I'm not afraid of Elder Qi knowing that apart from Wang Zhiyuan, Lan Tianzhi and Meng Kang are also in my hands. If the news is leaked, we can only fight to the death. I don't want to take this step unless it's absolutely necessary."
Qi Zhiyuan understood that this was half advice and half threat. If he really used the Golden Talisman, no matter what the result was, the lives of Wang, Lan, and Meng Kang would be lost. Moreover, he knew that Elder Peng couldn't do this alone. There must be a lot of people involved. Not to mention others, Elder Peng's disciples must be involved. Once this matter was exposed, there would be a lot of trouble.
He was silent for a while and then said, "Elder Peng, you know that I'm not interested in worldly affairs. Since Senior Brother Wang has been captured by you, I don't have to insist."
Elder Peng revealed a joyful expression as he cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Elder Qi, for your help."
Qi Zhiyuan glanced at him and said, "There's no need to thank me. You were able to capture Senior Brother Wang. If I didn't agree, you could have used the same method to deal with me."
Elder Peng Daoren said, "I have always respected Elder Qi. Otherwise, I wouldn't have come here personally to persuade you."
Qi Zhiyuan said calmly, "Fortunately, you did this. You probably don't know that because I don't like trouble, the Golden Talisman is not in the cave, but in that clone of mine. It's in the Imperial Edict Golden Hall. If I'm attacked here, that place will know immediately. By then, it'll be really hard to deal with."
Elder Peng was slightly shocked. At the same time, he was secretly relieved. As long as he got the Golden Talisman, everything would be safe. Usually, such an important item would be carried by most people. However, Qi Zhiyuan was focused on cultivation and rarely involved himself in external affairs. It was highly possible that he would do this. Fortunately, this time, he chose to persuade him instead of using force. Otherwise, the result would be really hard to predict.
Qi Zhiyuan said, "I'll call back my clone and hand over my position in the hall. Do you have any other suggestions, Elder Peng?"
Elder Peng bowed to him and said, "Is it possible for Elder Qi to invite Elder Lu here?"
Qi Zhiyuan thought for a while. Elder Lu was a stubborn man. If he resisted with all his might, he would very likely lose his life. Hence, he agreed and said, "I'll help you in this matter. It's not for your sake, but for the sake of the overall situation in the palace."
Elder Peng stood up and bowed to him solemnly. He said, "On behalf of all the disciples in the palace, I thank Elder Qi."
Qi Zhiyuan called a disciple in and said, "Go and invite Elder Lu here. Tell him that I have something to discuss with him. Tell him to come here quickly."
The disciple bowed and retreated.
Elder Peng was not worried that Qi Zhiyuan was playing tricks on him. If he really had other intentions, Just Now was the time to speak. There was no need to wait until now. Moreover, Wang Zhiyuan and the others were in his hands. For the sake of their lives, he would not take this risk.
Not long after, a ray of clear light came from outside and entered Qi Zhiyuan's body in an instant. A golden talisman appeared in his hand. Without looking at it, he waved his sleeve and sent it to Elder Peng. "I have no use for this anymore. Elder Peng, please take it with you later."
Elder Peng shook his head and pushed it back. He said seriously, "Elder Qi, it's better if you take it. If I do something wrong in the future, I hope you can correct me."
Elder Qi looked at him in surprise, then looked outside. "Just keep it, Elder Peng. Since I've already given it to you, I won't take it back."
Elder Peng was silent for a moment. He sighed and picked up the golden talisman.
About half a day later, the disciple came in and said, "Master, Elder Lu is outside the cave."
Qi Zhiyuan said, "Let him in."
Not long after, a middle-aged cultivator with a full beard and good looks came in. When he entered and saw the situation, he asked in surprise, "Why is Elder Peng here?" He looked at Qi Zhiyuan and said seriously, "Elder Qi, you said you have something important to tell me. What is it about?"
Qi Zhiyuan asked, "Do you have the golden talisman with you?"
Elder Lu was stunned, but he did not suspect anything. He replied, "Of course, I have it with me for such an important matter."
As soon as he finished speaking, he suddenly felt the restrictions in his surroundings surge out, and at the same time, a strand of pressure pressed down from all directions, instantly pressing down on him to the point he was unable to move, and he couldn't even circulate his magic power. He couldn't help but be shocked and furious as he said, "Elder Qi, what's the meaning of this?"
Elder Qi said calmly, "Elder Lu, you will understand in the future if I offend you. If you want to blame me, it's up to you." He then turned around and said, "Elder Peng, are you still not going to make a move?"
Elder Peng took out a golden mirror and shone it at Elder Lu. Then, he put him in it. After doing this, his heart was completely settled. The plan was finally set!
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