After the battle, the scene was a mess.
"Patrol the battlefield and finish off the wounded!"
According to Wu Ming's plan, no prisoners would be spared in this battle. The village warriors patrolled the battlefield and killed anyone who breathed, whether they were from the Zhou family or the bandits.
Zhao Song untied the ropes and pried open the metal suitcase of the caravan. When he opened it slightly, his eyes twitched.
"Protect these goods. No one is allowed to touch them without Young Master's orders!"
This was a special order for Wu Tiehu.
Seeing this, Wu Tiehu only mumbled a few words before he obediently set up the carriages and drove the livestock.
"Young Master …"
Zhao Song stepped forward and saw the severed head in Wu Ming's hand. He took a deep breath and whispered something into Wu Ming's ear.
"You've done well …"
Wu Ming looked at the well-driven carriages and said loudly, "Move all the goods to the stronghold and clean up the battlefield. Be careful not to leave any traces … Also, order someone to bring Jie Tianfeng's severed head to the district to report the results of the battle!"
Feng Han and Zhao Song sucked in a breath of cold air.
This was a provocation!
If Wu Ming insisted that his family was out to exterminate bandits and had the severed head as proof that the Zhou family's caravan was attacked by Jie Tianfeng, the other party would not be able to do anything.
Of course, the Zhou family could ask for the original goods to be returned but Wu Ming would not admit to it. He could openly claim that the goods were seized! If the goods were lost along the way, he would at most give a few taels of silver as a token of appreciation. If they refused to admit to the rest, they would not be afraid even if the case was brought to the district.
More importantly, the Zhou family was originally doing business under a pseudonym. This added another layer of trouble.
"Young Master, I'm afraid the Zhou family is desperate. Let's return to the fort as soon as possible!"
Feng Han said, "As long as we go back, we won't be afraid even if the district guards attack us!"
"If I go back, will they still dare to come?"
Wu Ming laughed. "Let's wait in the stronghold and watch them come to their deaths!"
…
At the same time, in the Dao College of Cloud Ping District …
The Daoist School was located in the eastern suburbs of Yunping County. It was surrounded by mountains and water, and there was fresh air around it. Although it was winter, the courtyard was as warm as spring. Hundreds of flowers were blooming, and there were green pines and cypresses. White cranes could be seen spreading their wings, and spiritual apes could be seen offering fruits. It was truly a paradise for immortals.
One of the small courtyards was decorated in an extremely simple manner. There was only a pond and a green pine tree. Apart from these, there was nothing else. It was desolate with a sense of seclusion. If someone had a spiritual eye, they would be able to see that the sky was filled with densely packed runes that formed a large formation that was absorbing the essence of heaven and earth. In the dark green pond, there was also a sword qi that was like a flood dragon that was hiding in the abyss. It was extremely dangerous.
Creak!
Pine needles fell all over the ground, but no one came to clean it up.
At some point in time, the two doors suddenly opened, revealing Wu Qingyi's face, which was alternating between anger and joy.
"To think that I would spend so much time in seclusion this time. Fortunately, I succeeded in breaking through. I wonder if my little brother caused any trouble over there …"
A fine layer of fluorescent light appeared on Wu Qing's face before vanishing in an instant. She looked around the courtyard, nodded in satisfaction, and walked out of the gate.
"First Young Mistress!"
A maid beside her cried out in pain. Clearly, she had been waiting there for a long time, and she had even fallen asleep while leaning against the door.
Ignoring her pain, she said, "Butler Wu came to look for First Young Mistress once. He said that Young Master Ming had urgent matters to attend to, and he requested for you to return as soon as possible!"
"That little brother of mine …"
Wu Qing's lips curled up into a smile as she stroked the maid's head. "Xue-er, wait a moment. Let me see what kind of trouble he has caused for me this time …"
The maid clutched her head as she rolled her eyes inwardly.
Everyone knew that the young mistress was extremely concerned about her little brother. Even if it was just a small scratch, she would still exact vengeance on him. Who knew which family would be in trouble this time?
However, Wu Qing didn't move. After a moment of contemplation, she took out a paper talisman, folded it into the shape of a small paper crane, and blew on it lightly.
"Jiji!"
The paper crane immediately floated into the air, and as if it had a life of its own, it flapped its wings and flew into the distance.
Not too long later, another pink paper crane flew back and whispered into Wu Qing's ears, causing her face to slowly change.
"Good! Very good! I didn't expect that someone would dare to lay a hand on my little brother after I went into seclusion for so long! "
The pink paper crane turned into ashes, and Wu Qing lowered her eyebrows. There was a hint of malice and killing intent in her eyes.
All of a sudden, she turned around and walked toward a certain direction.
"Senior Wu Qing!"
"Congratulations, Senior Sister Wu Qing!"
…
Upon seeing Wu Qing, the disciples along the way bowed respectfully and made way for her. Some of them even whispered timidly, "Remember this … She is a direct disciple of the Daoist School. Other than a few teachers, everyone in the school has to pay respect to her!"
"I can see that Senior Wu's eyes are filled with killing intent. I'm afraid that someone is going to be in trouble this time!"
Amidst the respectful, envious, and even shocked gazes of her fellow disciples, Wu Qing arrived before a residence.
"Greetings, Senior Wu Qing. Our Daoist School isn't accepting any guests at the moment!"
A disciple stepped forward, but he was pushed away by an invisible force. "It's none of your business. Don't get yourself into trouble!"
Wu Qing's voice was cold. With a flick of her finger, a bright red sword ray sliced the door of the residence in half.
"Daoist Miao Qing, why did you barge into my residence for no reason?"
A middle-aged Daoist wearing a black robe with his hair tied up in a bun walked out. When he saw Wu Qing, the corner of his eyes twitched, and he shouted.
Miao Qing was the name that Wu Qing had given herself when she entered the school and received the Daoist School Amulet.
"Ji Yun, I, you conspired with the Zhou Clan to take my brother's place. You deserve this calamity!"
Hearing those words, Wu Qing sneered coldly. In the next instant, several rays of red light shot out, forming into a vortex that contained astonishing Spiritual Energy.
"Senior Sister Miao Qing and Senior Brother Ji Yun are fighting!"
A few Daoists who were watching from afar took a few steps back when they saw this scene. They were a little excited. "It's rare to see a duel between true Daoists!"
"Although Senior Sister Miao Qing and Senior Brother Ji Yun have received the Amulet, Senior Brother Ji Yun has cultivated for a long time. Although Senior Sister Miao Qing is talented, I'm afraid …"
A fair-skinned Daoist with peach blossoms in his eyes opened his mouth before he could finish his sentence.
A red light flashed, and Daoist Ji Yun, who had high hopes placed on him, fell to the ground. He spat out a mouthful of blood and said miserably, "You … you actually …"
"Nun Miao Qing, you've gone too far!"
Seeing this scene, a Daoist who had rushed over was furious. "Even if the supervisor thinks highly of you, I'll take you down and explain it to the chancellor!"
With a wave of his hand, five black auras coiled around him like venomous snakes. They had eerie, ghostly smiles, and a large number of shadows seemed to appear in the middle.
"It's Uncle-Master Deacon!"
Another disciple said excitedly, "Uncle-Master Deacon's cultivation is profound. He's already reached the realm of Daoist Masters! He's made a move! "
Daoists in this world were divided into different realms. From the very beginning, there were several ranks, such as unattainable, Daoist who received the Amulet, Refinement Master, and Daoist Masters.
Generally, those who learned two minor spells and came out to roam the pugilistic world could only be called Jianghu Warlocks and not Daoist Masters.
True Daoists, on the other hand, had to first understand their own nature and enter the Daoist Academy. Every day, they had to familiarize themselves with the classics, meditate, and refine their Qi. They were unattainable Daoist children and odd-job workers.
Further up, after familiarizing themselves with the classics and mastering all kinds of rituals and rituals, they could take an examination. If they passed the examination, they would be imparted by a lawyer and receive the Amulet of Daoist. They were Amulet Daoist Priests.
Only then could Daoists truly be called Daoists. In the outside world, Daoists who preached on behalf of the gods, prayed for blessings and averted disasters, exorcised spirits, and presided over rituals were mostly of this type.
After Daoist Priests, Daoists would receive the teachings and undergo internal refinement. They would painstakingly cultivate their magic power, temper their five viscera, and build their foundation in a hundred days. They were Refinement Masters!
Before becoming Refinement Masters, Daoists' magic power was shallow, and their corporeal bodies were even more unattainable. They were like mortals. However, after mastering internal refinement and perfecting their foundation, they could possess divine power. They could even devour three times a day and tear tigers and leopards apart with their bare hands.
After Refinement Masters, they were Magicians!
At the level of Magicians, they no longer needed magic tools, Talisman, and other external mediums. They could directly cast spells. More importantly, they could start experimenting with creating all kinds of magic tools, Talisman, and other items. Whether it was for personal use or for sale, it was an endless gold mine!
For many Daoists, Enlightened Masters were out of reach. Becoming a Magician was their lifelong dream!
Now that they saw a Magician make a move, how could they not be excited?
"Heh! Don't think I don't know that you and Ji Yun are in cahoots with each other … I've tolerated all the small matters in the past, but you two should never have provoked my younger brother! Watch my sword! "
The Daoist of Enforcement's move was known as the Five Ghosts Divine Claws. He had refined five ferocious ghosts in his hand. When he made a move, it was always successful. It was accompanied by an ominous gust of wind, and its power was astonishing.
However, amidst the flying sand and rocks, a scarlet sword light suddenly appeared along with Wu Qing's delicate shout.
"Heaven and Earth are limitless, heed my command. Slash!"
Chi!
The scarlet sword light appeared like a flood dragon and dispersed the whirlwind. However, the five ferocious ghosts were instantly annihilated.
"You …"
The Daoist of Enforcement took two steps back and spat out a mouthful of blood. His robes were dyed red, and he looked at Wu Qing in shock. "You … You actually succeeded in Internal Refinement during your seclusion, reached the peak of Foundation Establishment, and became a Magician. You even refined a Crimson Virtue Magic Sword?!"
"What do you think? Do you still want to compete? "
Wu Qing remained silent. In front of her was a fiery red, jade-like small sword. It glowed with a crystalline light, but it was floating and exhaling scarlet energy.
When Daoist Ji Yun, who was lying on the ground, saw this, a hint of despair appeared in his eyes.
Ever since he entered the sect, he had worked hard day and night, gathering dew in the morning and absorbing moonlight at night. He did not dare to be careless for decades, and he had been trembling with fear. However, he had only reached the Internal Refinement stage and become a Refinement Master.
However, now, a girl who had only entered the Dao Institute for a few years had completely surpassed him.
"Don't flaunt your power. If you bully a fellow disciple like this, the Chancellor won't …"
The Daoist of Enforcement struggled. He wanted to say something, but he heard a thunderbolt and a voice coming from the depths of the Dao Institute. "Daoist Miao Qing!"
"Greetings, Chancellor!"
Facing the Sect Master of Cloud Level Dao Institute, Wu Qing, the Daoist of Enforcement, and the spectating disciples all cupped their fists and bowed.
"Today, a female Daoist, Miao Qing, has bravely advanced and entered the world of Magicians. I'm very pleased and specially appointed her as a meritorious deed! She will lead the Dao Institute's disciples to participate in the Dragon Gate gathering! "
"Yes, Master!"
Wu Qing bowed. However, the Daoist of Enforcement could no longer hold it in. He was so furious that he fainted.
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