Zhu Zonghu's fief was called Mianlu. There were only 300,000 households and 1.4 million people here. Most of them were criminals who had migrated here, as well as slaves who were in charge of mining.
Because this was a remote area, many people here were illiterate, and there were no factories to be found. King Xi had only sealed him here perfunctorily.
Originally, when some people from the Boundless Race saw Zhu Zonghu receive his fief, they thought that King Xi was trying to support this successor in order to maintain the balance between him and Zhu Yeheng. Thus, they excitedly rushed over to join him. However, when they found out about the fief, they felt as if a bucket of cold water had been poured over their heads. Some people turned around and left. Only a few gritted their teeth and persevered.
Zhu Zonghu had long known that his fief was barren, but it was precisely because of this that he hadn't received any opposition from the old citizens of the Upper Region. Now, what he urgently needed was a foothold to cultivate and expand his own influence, rather than relying on someone else's charity.
He stood on the roof of the Ring Hall and looked at the city that was beginning to take shape. He sighed and said, "I didn't think that it would be like this in such a short time. It's all thanks to Sir Yin and the others."
Daoist Wang agreed and said, "These celestials are all great talents!"
It had already been a year since he had formed an alliance with Yin Huanting and the others. In this short period of time, more than 1200 Xuanxiu had arrived here, and even more were on their way.
It wasn't that some disciples didn't want to come here, but rather that the land was too vast and the journey was too far. Moreover, they were viewed with hostility by the remote factions and the Boundless Race. Thus, they couldn't borrow a flying boat and could only rush here on their own. At present, Mianlu had already become the largest gathering place for Xuanxiu.
It had to be known that all Xuanxiu had graduated from the Orthodox Academy before they began to study the Dao. Even if they didn't study the Dao, they would be qualified to be a low-level administrative official.
The Xuanxiu disciples who were able to come here were all able to sense the Great Dao Chapter. Each one of them could be considered a hero of Tianxia. Moreover, there were a few like Yin Huanting who had cultivated to the fourth chapter. Their knowledge and experience were not something that ordinary people could compare with.
Moreover, there were also some Xuanxiu who had been trained by the Tenki-in Hall. These people weren't the same as ordinary Xuanxiu, but they were more than enough to serve as craftsmen. It could be said that the fief had gained over 1000 more knowledgeable middle and lower level officials.....
Daoist Wang was overjoyed, but he also revealed a trace of worry. He said, "Zong Shou, right now every part of the fief requires these celestials. If in the future they …"
Zhu Zonghu said, "Wang Zhidao, every single Heavenly Being has signed an alliance agreement with me. Besides, haven't you seen that these Heavenly Beings have never cared about the benefits of the Heavenly Gods. Instead, they only care about a place where they can establish themselves. Everything that we see before us was built by them with their own hands.
. Daoist Wang was still worried. "What if..."
Zhu Zonghu shook his head. He sighed. "Wang Zhidao, you are thinking too far ahead. The Vast Race is not so easy to deal with."
As a relative and King Xi's successor, although he was only a nominal successor, he still understood some things that ordinary relatives didn't have access to. He was well aware of the strength that the Vast Race possessed. Even if all the cultivation sects in the world worked together, they wouldn't be able to defeat the Vast Race, let alone the few Celestials.
The Vast Race was able to stand firm mainly because they suppressed the upper levels of the various sects. Now, there wasn't a single upper level power among the Celestials, so it was unnecessary to be on guard against them.
At least for now, he couldn't see any hope of victory.
But he had no choice. As King Xi's successor, he couldn't retreat even if he wanted to. If he didn't deal with others, others would come back to deal with him. He could only walk this path to the end. If he took a step back, he would be crushed.
At this time, he said, "How has Mister Tao been recently?"
Daoist Wang said, "Mister Tao hasn't had much contact with these Celestials, but these Celestials are very respectful towards Mister Tao. Of course, this might be a show for us, because Celestials can communicate with each other through space."
Zhu Zonghu smiled, not caring at all about the warning in Daoist Wang's words. He said, "I know that Mister Tao wholeheartedly pursues the Dao, but since he has taken on the role of 'governing the Dao', I should persuade Mister Tao to take on this heavy responsibility."
Although the 'Celestials' were allies, they still needed someone to be responsible for dealing with them. This position involved both sides and was in fact extremely important. He didn't hesitate to entrust this task to Zhang Yu.
On one hand, he didn't doubt the people he used. On the other hand, he knew that Zhang Yu wasn't interested in mundane affairs, so he was more willing to entrust this task to him.
Daoist Wang could only nod.
And at this time, outside the city, Yin Huanting was assigning people to lay down a great defensive array. In this past year, he had been incomparably busy. It could be said that the entire framework of the fief had been built by him and the several masters of the Creation Institute that Zhu Zonghu had invited.
Not only did he not feel tired, but he was filled with a sense of accomplishment.
In the past, his goal had been to become the Head Xuan who guarded the upper continent. But, if there wasn't any special reason, the position of Head Xuan of the upper continent could only be held by the Xuan Zun. But now, he had found such an opportunity.
Although there were only a thousand some Xuanxiu present, more people were on their way. Not just that, but they could also rely on this place to pass down their teachings. With so many people here, there were bound to be people who could sense the profound scriptures of the Great Dao.
Xuanxiu's strength lay not only in the various seals and scriptures that their predecessors had developed, but also in the convenience of passing down their teachings.
Now that they had such a stable location, they could pass down their teachings here. It wouldn't be long before they would create a world where only Xuanxiu existed.
During this time, Zhang Yu had been cultivating. He cast aside all worldly affairs and focused on cultivation. Although he hadn't been here for long, he felt that his mastery of the Dao was gradually improving. Although it was slow, he believed that as time passed, he would gradually make up for his shortcomings.
Time slowly passed as he busied himself. Another month passed. On this day, a servant came to report, "Mister Tao, Zonghu says he has something to ask of you."
Zhang Yu knew that if there wasn't something urgent, Zhu Zonghu wouldn't come looking for him. So, he patted the cabin wall from afar. With a flash of light, he appeared in another world several breaths of time later.
As he stepped out from the rippling crystal door, he arrived in the Great Ring Hall within the city. Zhu Zonghu and Daoist Wang were waiting for him. As for Yin Huanting, he had also arrived first.
Zhu Zonghu first bowed to Zhang Yu, and said, "Mister Tao, you've arrived." He modestly invited, "Mister, please take a seat."
Zhang Yu returned the greeting, nodded to Yin Huanting, and then sat down.
Yin Huanting hurriedly returned the greeting. He felt that Zhang Yu was a Daoist he had met before, but he couldn't remember who he was. But logically speaking, it was impossible for him to forget someone he had met before.
At his level, he also had a rough idea. He guessed that Zhang Yu was very likely the reflection of a certain Xuan Zun, which was why he could have such a result. So, whether it was in public or in private, he treated Zhang Yu very respectfully.
After everyone was seated, Zhu Zonghu said, "Everyone, we've received news that an old army has set their eyes on us. In the next few days, they might send a fleet to attack us."
The so-called old army was a group of old citizens of the Boundless Clan who were dissatisfied with losing their status and wanted to establish another force. But in reality. They were all controlled by the various clan relatives and clan kings of the Boundless Clan. Otherwise, it would be impossible for them to replenish flying ships and weapons from the creation factory.
However, those with discerning eyes could see that Zhu Zonghu's fief was on the border. Not only was it a barren land, but it also wasn't some strategic location. There was nothing worth coveting.
Thus, they judged that this was likely Zhu Yeheng's method. His goal was to send the old army to destroy them and not give them a chance to develop.
Zhu Zonghu said, "Even if the other side has a higher level of strength, it is impossible for there to be too many of them. I have the Appraisal Bird to deal with them, but I will have to rely on you all for the rest."
At present, the Creation Institute in the city had just been established, and only three hundred sets of armor had been prepared. However, he had previously gritted his teeth and used his own wealth, enduring the extortion of the other clan relatives, to buy more than two thousand sets of armor, which was barely enough to form three thousand soldiers. However, there were only about twenty warships.
However, the old army on the other side had at least 150 flying ships, and this didn't include the additional support they might receive. The disparity in strength between the two sides was too great.
Daoist Wang said in a low voice, "If we fight in formation, we have no chance of victory. If we defend, it is difficult to say whether we can withstand the bombardment of flying ships."
Within the Boundless Race's creation techniques, there were also weapons similar to Profound Armaments. The fief sealing array they had just constructed hadn't been completed yet, so it would be difficult for it to withstand the bombardment of a fleet.
Yin Huanting thought for a moment. He said, "Since Zhu Zonghu has gathered so much information, do you know where the old army is?"
Daoist Wang said, "I don't know the specifics, but I know the general area."
Yin Huanting said, "If that's the case, I have a method that can resolve this matter without bloodshed. I just need Daoist Zonghu to lend me the Appraisal Bird."
Zhu Zonghu nodded. "Of course." He thought for a moment and then asked, "Is your side prepared to use that method?"
Yin Huanting frankly said, "Yes."
Zhu Zonghu couldn't help but nod. After all, they were allies, so he wouldn't hide anything from Yin Huanting. Although Yin Huanting's method also made him tremble with fear, he still had the courage to do so. He bowed and said, "Then I'll have to trouble you all."
After the meeting ended, Zhang Yu walked out of the hall. He stopped and said to Yin Huanting, "Daoist Yin Huanting, this method is only temporary. Our cultivation is the most important."
Yes, Mister Tao, this method is only used to deal with the current crisis. Once we are strong enough, we won't need to use this method. "
After bidding farewell to Zhang Yu, Yin Huanting summoned Xuntian Dao Zhang and found Lin Ling. After explaining the situation, he said, "Daoist Lin, are you ready?"
Lin Ling said, "I've been ready for a long time. Senior Yin, just tell us where to go."
Yin Huanting remembered Zhang Yu's warning and reminded him, "Although we are using reflection, our consciousness is still our own. If we do this too many times, it might affect our own consciousness. Daoist Lin, if you don't want to be affected, it's best that you don't use this method too often."
Lin Ling smiled and said, "Senior Yin, don't worry. I know what I'm doing."
Yin Huanting said, "Good. Make some preparations. I'll send you there today."
Lin Ling immediately agreed excitedly. At this point, he was no longer satisfied with simple resurrection attempts. After many attempts, he was able to transform himself into a chaotic monster.
He also found some "like-minded" people. There weren't many of them, only about 30 of them. However, chaotic monsters usually appeared alone. If more than 30 chaotic monsters appeared together, the scene would be terrifying. He couldn't help but want to try out the power.
…
…
You've already exceeded your reading limit for today. If you want to read more, please log in.
Login
Select text and click 'Report' to let us know about any bad translation.
