After Zhang Yu's incarnation killed Daoist Feng, he returned to his main body. Even in front of Zhang Yu's incarnation, Daoist Feng didn't perform anything praiseworthy and was killed on the spot.
This had nothing to do with fighting spirit or ability to fight. It was purely a difference in cultivation. His cultivation was higher than his opponent's, and he had better techniques. Naturally, he could easily kill his opponent.
This was why he had to be so careful not to be detected by the "upper self". Daoist cultivators, especially those with profound cultivation, would find it harder to advance. When they reached the upper realm, they would be much stronger than others.
For example, when they were fighting with sects like Shangchen and Huanyang, one more cultivator with superior cultivation would make a huge difference. It was enough to influence the outcome of the battle.
If the "upper self" was in its perfect state, then the strength it could display would be incomparable to what he was currently capable of. But at the same time, the progress of the perfect self would be slower. Therefore, there was still a chance for him to catch up and close the gap between them. Right now, one of the ways was to make up for the shortcoming of the transformations of Daoist techniques.
He focused his mind and continued to meditate. Five days later, a servant came to report, "Mister Tao, Zhu Zonghu has invited you. He said that an emissary from a sect beyond the heavens is here."
Zhang Yu nodded and said, "I know."
He came out of his seclusion and went to the cabin hall. With a thought, a stream of light flowed around him and he was already in the main hall. He walked out of the crystal door that rippled like water. He saw Zhu Zonghu, Yin Huanting, Daoist Wang, and the others waiting here. There was also a grey-robed Daoist who looked to be in his fifties and had a fluffy beard. His cultivation was around the level of Primordial Spirit Reflection.
Zhu Zonghu smiled and said, "Mister Tao is here." He walked down from the stage and pointed at the grey-robed Daoist. "Mister Tao, this is Daoist Bo from the Everlasting Sect!"
Daoist Bo bowed to him. Solemnly.
This was because he instinctively felt that this person was not simple. He did not come here for no reason. The Everlasting Sect was good at taking advantage of the general trend of the heavens to act. Back then, it was also the first sect to avoid going to outer space, and he was also an expert in this path.
For example, he had actually arrived half a month ago, but because he had sensed the invasion of the Mian Lu City Region's baleful aura, he thought that it might be invaded. Therefore, he had waited in the distance. As expected, when he came down, he encountered Daoist Feng attacking Mian Lu City. He did not dare to get close to that battle and could only watch from afar. However, from this, he could tell that Mian Lu City was guarded by a high-level power.
This made him feel even more at ease. With the existence of the upper echelons, it would not be easily destroyed by other forces. It was indeed a suitable target to form a relationship with.
After introducing each other, Zhu Zonghu invited everyone to take a seat. He then asked Daoist Bo about the purpose of his visit.
Daoist Bo looked at Yin Huanting, then looked at Zhang Yu, and finally looked at Zhu Zonghu. He said, "To be honest, after the Everlasting Sect went to outer space, we were often ostracized by the Hao Clan. We are eager to change the situation on the ground. This time, I heard that Zhu Zonghu's fief is different from the rest of the Hao Clan's territory and is willing to communicate with the outside world. Therefore, I am specially sent to visit and see if we can form a good relationship with each other. I hope Zhu Zonghu and the rest of you do not mind my presumptuousness."
Zhu Zonghu said politely, "Elder Bo, what are you saying? I have long heard of your reputation. I am happy that you have come to find me this time."
Although the Everlasting Sect was banished to outer space by the Hao Clan, it was still one of the Six Sects. There were many upper echelons in the sect. Since the other party took the initiative to form a good relationship with him, he naturally welcomed it.
At this time, Daoist Wang transmitted his voice, "Zonghu, my Mianlu Sect is isolated in a desolate land. The land is barren, and we do not have the support of King Xi. It is all thanks to Zonghu, Mister Yin, and the rest of you that we have today. Since the Everlasting Sect is willing to form a good relationship with the Mianlu Sect, this is a good thing."
Zhu Zonghu nodded inwardly.
Daoist Bo said, "Zhu Zonghu, when I came, I saw that your side was attacked. Although my Everlasting Sect is in outer space, if you need, my sect can provide assistance when necessary to help your side fend off external enemies."
Zhu Zonghu was not happy when he heard this. Instead, he became cautious. He said, "Then what does your side want us to do?"
Daoist Bo stroked his beard and said with a smile, "As far as I know, your side is already at odds with King Xi. Presumably, you are thinking about how to deal with him. Therefore, I will not hide it from you. The various sects in outer space do not wish to see internal strife in the Hao Clan. The more powerful your side is, the more happy we are to see it."
Zhu Zonghu's expression did not change. He was well aware that there were many people in the Hao Clan who were borrowing the power of the Six Sects. The current war had always been pushed forward by the Six Sects.
Since others could borrow power, he could also borrow power. This was a relationship of mutual benefit. If he could sit on the throne of the Hao Clan, then perhaps his attitude today would change. However, at this stage, he would not be an enemy.
In reality, if the situation did not change, then it would be very difficult for the Six Sects to return. Moreover, they had already lost their previous sharpness. He was well aware of this, and the Six Sects were also well aware of this. Therefore, this generation would try their best to cause the Hao Clan to fall into turmoil instead of forming a unified force. This was the greatest goal of the various sects now.
He thought for a moment and looked at Zhang Yu, "What does Mister Tao think?"
Zhang Yu said, "This matter can be decided by Zhu Zonghu and Mister Yin. I have no objections." He had never asked about the specifics, but the more he did so, the more Zhu Zonghu trusted him.
Zhu Zonghu saw that he had no objections and communicated with Yin Huanting and Daoist Wang through spiritual transmission. Thus, this matter was confirmed. Because both sides had the intention of forming a good relationship, the discussion went very smoothly. However, the first thing they agreed on was not how to deal with King Xi's pressure, but more practical matters.
For example, the Everlasting Life Sect was willing to use the cultivator's pills, herbs, and various instruments to exchange for the various products on the surface. Although there were many good things in outer space, they could not be compared to the abundant products on the surface. This also greatly limited the development of a large sect.
Although some of the Hao Clan's aristocratic relatives would secretly exchange with the various large sects, they would not do it too openly. Moreover, they did not mind having another channel.
If both sides could benefit from each other and maintain this relationship for a long time, then they would naturally trust each other. The next step would be to form an even closer alliance.
When the discussion was about to end, Yin Huanting thought for a moment and said, "I need a few things here. I wonder if you can obtain them." He took out a document from his sleeve and handed it over.
Daoist Bo took it and looked at it. He saw a list of rare treasures. Some of the items were indeed very rare, but he could not tell what they were used for.
For example, this "White Refining Clay" was used to make the clay for alchemy furnaces. However, once cultivators reached a certain level, they would only use their own True Fire to refine their furnaces. They rarely used this stuff. Perhaps Mian Lu didn't want him to know the origin of this stuff, so she purposely concealed it.
He stroked his beard and said, "Fellow Daoist, some of the items on this list are indeed very difficult to find. My sect may not have them, so we need to get them from other places. However, since you urgently need them, I will think of a way to deliver them to you as soon as possible."
Yin Huanting bowed and said, "Then I will leave it to you."
After the two sides finished their discussion, Zhu Zonghu ordered people to send Elder Bo away to rest. Everyone was about to leave when a follower walked in and whispered a few words to Zhu Zonghu.
Zhu Zonghu's expression froze. He waved his hand and dismissed the follower. Then, he said to Zhang Yu and Yin Huanting, "The two of you, my granduncle has sent an envoy over. It should be because Mian Lu has defeated the enemy twice, so he wants to have a talk with me."
Yin Huanting said, "This is a good thing. It means that King Xi has temporarily given up on the idea of using force to threaten Zonghu. Since he wants to talk, then let's talk with him."
Zhu Zonghu said, "The envoy this time is called Chen Gu. He is my uncle's trusted aide. Normally, he handles official business, passes on information, and arranges daily affairs. This person knows my uncle very well. I would like Mr. Yin to contact him on my behalf and find out what he wants."
Yin Huanting said, "Leave this to me."
Zhu Zonghu nodded and asked cautiously, "Mr. Yin, is your esteemed guest still satisfied with living in the city?"
Yin Huanting said, "Zonghu, don't worry. This esteemed guest will not leave until Mian Lu is stable."
Zhu Zonghu was relieved.
After Taoist Bo left, he was led into a circular hall by his follower. After the follower left, he signaled a cultivator who came with him and placed a crystal jade on the table. Instantly, a ray of spiritual light shone out. With this object as a barrier, any spiritual power that tried to probe them would cause changes.
After he sat down, he stroked his beard and said, "Wang Zhidao should be Zhu Zonghu's trusted aide. Mr. Yin should be the leader of the Celestial Beings. As for Mr. Tao, I heard that he was only good at dispelling curses. But now, it seems that he is also an important person."
The cultivator said, "I have asked around in the city. I heard that this person was personally recruited by Zhu Zonghu. This person's background is unknown. It is said that he used to be an independent cultivator from the sects on the Earth Land."
Taoist Bo thought for a while and shook his head. He said, "I suspect that this person could be a Celestial Being."
The cultivator was shocked. "Why do you say that, Uncle?"
Taoist Bo stroked his beard and said, "Although I don't have clear evidence, the sects on the Earth Land, no matter what kind of inheritance they have, are always envious of the Six Sects beyond the Heavens. Only the Celestial Beings that we have met before did not take us seriously. This Mr. Tao is the same. So I have this guess."
He came to the front of the crystal wall and looked down. Only when he came here did he realize that this Zhu Zonghu was unusually close to the Celestial Beings. This was a good thing because this person had the name of the Vast Clan, but he did not completely rely on the Vast Clan. The greater this person's influence, the greater the conflict between him and the Vast Clan. Was this not what they wanted to see?
He took out the document from his hand and gestured for the disciple to take it. He said, "Nephew Wang, take this back to the sect. I can see that this thing is very important to them. Ask the sect to send it over as soon as possible. Tell them that this can help us gain the trust of Mianlu as soon as possible."
Solemnly, the cultivator bowed and said, "I will do it now."
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