The jade tablet floated in front of Zhang Yu. This was the most important item in controlling the great formation outside. As long as this item was refined, the formation would be completely under their control.
Of course, on that day, the formation was not just the formation itself. It also included the many Creators and Daoist cultivators in the formation, as well as the flying ship and the soldiers. The magic power and spiritual power of these people and objects were also a part of the formation, and could also help to drive the formation.
The power of the upper echelons of Mian Lu was naturally inferior to the army brought by King Xi. However, his attainments in the Light of Heart and Daoist cultivation were definitely not something that Old Daoist Lin could compare to. Thus, when controlling the formation, it would be more subtle and mysterious, and its power wouldn't be weaker.
It only took him half a day to completely refine this magic tool. He didn't use the techniques of the "Shuang Zhen Sect" or the "Rong You Sect" that Old Daoist Lin came from. Instead, he relied on his strong Light of Heart and profound cultivation to accomplish this.
However, it was inevitable that there would be some disharmony. However, if King Xi didn't attack, then Mian Lu could rely on the outer and inner formations to defend itself.
After doing this, he put away this item and continued to sit and cultivate. As for the other matters that needed to be arranged, he believed that his fellow Daoists would be able to handle them properly.
At this moment, Shi Yanxin had already arrived outside Guangdu. After he released the agreed talisman outside, he was immediately invited in by King Xi. However, he didn't go to see King Xi. Instead, he drew up a document and ordered the receptionist to pass it on to King Xi.
After King Xi read it, he immediately wrote a document and called the Creator Refiner over. He handed it to him and said, "Follow this arrangement."
After the Creator Refiner read it, he bowed and left. After a long time, he turned back and saluted, "Your Highness, this subordinate has arranged everything properly."
King Xi said, "Very good. Pass down the message and order all the relatives and vassals to come to my place within half a month to discuss matters."
After the Creator Refiner left, King Xi stood up from his seat. However, at this moment, he suddenly frowned because he felt waves of needles prickling him.
This was because although he had changed his body, the influence of the curse power did not mean that it did not exist. In order to prevent his soul from dying prematurely, he still used his body to share part of the burden.
Even though this made him very unhappy, it also confused the person who had cast the curse, letting them know that he still existed. If his spirit was destroyed, then the other party would definitely be able to sense it, and thus determine that King Xi was no longer King Xi. Furthermore, before seizing the highest authority of the Vast Race or handing over all of his power, he had to do his best not to arouse too much suspicion.
After he got up from the throne, he walked to the light at the top. He raised his head and slowly reached out his hand, as if he wanted to grab something.
Not long after, a jade talisman that seemed to be condensed with light appeared in his hand. It was the talisman that could control all creatures. He held it in front of him and clenched his five fingers. The sharp thorns on the talisman instantly pierced his palm. Blood flowed out, staining the jade talisman and seeping into it.
The jade talisman trembled, and threads of light appeared. One could see the illusory figures of enormous creatures floating in the hall. They were all quietly staring at him from high above in the hall. He only lowered his head to look at the jade talisman and did not raise his head to look at them. As he loosened his grip, the spiritual light disappeared in an instant, and these illusory figures also disappeared.
After this jade talisman was given to him, it recognized his bloodline and spirit. Neither of them could be missing. Fortunately, his body was created with his own bloodline, and his spirit was also present, so there were no problems.
With this thing, no matter how many times he failed, he still had enough confidence to fight against the elders and the Lie King Family. However, if he could unify the power of his subordinates and unite everyone, then he might be able to truly suppress his opponents. He thought to himself, "I'll just have to wait half a month."
On the other side, Zhu Zonghu, in addition to dealing with the affairs of the city, was trying to establish good relations with external forces. At the same time, he was constantly paying attention to the movements in the east.
Right now, he was still under a lot of pressure. King Xi had too much manpower and resources. If an army was destroyed, he could pull out another one at any time. Therefore, he did not dare to relax at all.
At this time, the only thing that allowed him to relax was that he was constantly paying attention to the inspection and repair of the royal boat. This could be considered one of his few hobbies. Perhaps it was because he had been running around all these years, but he was very fond of this kind of heavenly boat that had extremely strong defensive power and could move around.
However, he did not expect that the worry in his heart would soon be replaced by a sense of absurdity. One day, when Yin Huanting came to talk to him, he looked at the latter in disbelief and said, "Master Yin, are you saying that King Xi, who is my granduncle … … is already under our control?"
Yin Huanting corrected him, "This is not accurate. I should say that King Xi is still King Xi. However, this King Xi has infinite goodwill towards you, Zonghu. Right now, King Xi's envoy should be on the way. As long as you agree to King Xi's conferment, then you will be a true Zongzi. No matter whether it is in name or in reality. "
Zhu Zonghu did not know how to react for a moment. He hit his forehead and tried to calm himself down. If what Yin Huanting said was true, then he would not have to fight against King Xi. In the future, he might even be able to ascend to the position of Emperor Hao.
He took a deep breath and tried to calm himself down. At the same time, he looked at Yin Huanting with a complicated gaze. He did not expect Yin Huanting and the Celestials behind him to be so honest. Logically speaking, they could have not told him at all, or even thrown him off. As for the alliance, was it really useful for the Celestials who did not fear death?
He thought for a moment and said seriously, "Master Yin, I would like to ask, why are you telling me all this? I want to hear the real answer. "
Yin Huanting smiled and said calmly, "We have always been allies with Zonghu. We should abide by the alliance. The person on the throne can be changed, but morality is something that must be upheld. We also hope that this will continue to be passed down."
Zhu Zonghu nodded and said, "Then, what do you want? What can I give you? "
Yin Huanting said, "We all have different ideas, but most people just want a place where they can cultivate peacefully without being disturbed. As for the remaining few, I think they will not destroy the results of the efforts of the majority. "
Zhu Zonghu nodded again. Solemnly, he said, "If you abide by morality, then I will also abide by mine. No matter where I am in the future, what my status is, or what position I sit in."
Yin Huanting looked at him for a moment, then raised his sleeve and bowed.
At this time, Daoist Wang's voice sounded from outside, "Zonghu, a messenger sent by King Xi has arrived outside the city. He said he brought King Xi's imperial edict."
Zhu Zonghu said, "Let him in."
Because they had already made preparations beforehand, the messenger's arrival did not cause much of a stir. Zhu Zonghu also calmly accepted King Xi's title of Zongzi.
However, this matter would not be publicized for the time being. The most stable thing was for the current situation to remain unchanged. Also, Mianlu City needed to maintain contact with the elders and Lie King so that they could support him.
After the messenger received an accurate reply, he quickly left Mianlu and secretly returned to Guangdu.
In the blink of an eye, half a month had passed. Many influential clansmen had arrived at Guangdu one after another.
Because King Xi had been defeated too quickly and the Mianlu Mountain was still surrounded by the great array, very few people knew about the situation inside. Therefore, they also wanted to know the outcome of the battle. Of course, they also wanted to know how King Xi was doing.
Although they heard that King Xi had successfully escaped and returned to Guangdu, there were also rumors that King Xi had been cursed and did not have long to live. However, the moment they saw King Xi, everyone found that he was full of energy and his face was rosy. He seemed to be safe and sound.
Some people were disappointed, some were surprised, and some didn't show it. But no matter what, everyone had a happy expression on their faces, and many of them were even exaggerating it.
After King Xi greeted everyone, he first sat down. Then, he ordered everyone to sit down. He first said, "The attack on Mianlu was thwarted because some sects and other forces interfered, causing us to fail on the verge of success. However, this is not important. Mianlu is a place that can be destroyed at any time."
Everyone glanced at each other. This was a familiar style.
King Xi would never admit that he was wrong. Moreover, although he appeared forthright on the surface, he was suspicious on the inside. If he held a grudge against someone, he would not let the matter rest. However, King Xi was very generous to the other relatives and nobles. He was not stingy with giving them certain benefits, so everyone was willing to follow him.
Moreover, King Xi was not boasting. Although they had suffered a defeat, it was not a big deal to King Xi. These losses could be recovered within a year or so, which meant that the upper echelons of power could not be replenished so quickly. However, in addition to these, King Xi also controlled the mystical creatures of All Spirits. This was his foundation and reliance, so the losses were not as serious as imagined.
While they were talking, Shi Yanxin was standing behind King Xi. He stood there quietly, but no one noticed his existence.
Illusions could not only create illusions or even reality, but could also achieve its goal by distorting the other party's perception.
Now, in the hall, everyone's consciousness had been unknowingly invaded by his magical means. Their current performance was no different from before, but certain things had been implanted in the depths of their hearts. In the future, when they made certain decisions at critical moments, they would unconsciously think in a way that was more beneficial to King Xi, instead of just thinking from their own perspective.
This kind of change was subtle, but also very clever. Unless there was an external spiritual force to forcefully change it, there was no way to change it back.
After the meeting was over, everyone left the room one after another.
King Xi stood up and glanced behind him. Shi Yanxin nodded at him. Then, in a daze, he realized that Shi Yanxin's figure had disappeared.
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