Ever since Zhang Yu had a discussion with Daoist Zhan Kong and the three court executives that day, because Lin Tingzhi was still searching for the whereabouts of the magic tool, Zhang Yu dispersed his shadow form and sat in the cultivation hall to wait for news.
However, only five days had passed when Daoist Ming Zhou came to the palace, saying that he had received news and that the court executives had invited him over for a discussion.
He split off a shadow and returned to Wu Tingzhi's Shen Gou Dao Palace. He saw that Chen Tingzhi, Lin Tingzhi, and Zhan Kong had already arrived.
When Chen Tingzhi saw that everyone had arrived, he said, "Everyone, just now, Shangchen's envoy, Lu Xingjie, delivered a letter. He said that there is a matter that he hopes that I, Tianxia, will cooperate with him to investigate.
What he encountered is similar to what I saw before, and the problem just so happens to be the person who fought with Guan Liang. Daoist Zhan Kong and Zhang Shouzheng, please take a look first. "
As he spoke, a Daoist child came over and handed the talisman book to the two of them.
Zhang Yu received the letter and opened it to take a look. There were actually two letters inside. One was an official letter from Lu Xingjie, saying that he suspected that Huanyang school had left behind a method, and that this matter was related to Tianxia's Xuan Zun. He hoped that Tianxia would be able to investigate this matter.
The other letter was from Daoist Feng. The content here was more detailed, and the cause and effect were explained. Moreover, it should have been intentionally leaked by Shangchen.
Through Lu Xingjie, Shangchen wanted to inform them of their stance on this matter, and the letter sent by Daoist Feng was the specific cause and effect of this matter.
Lin Tingzhi said, "Shangchen's request for my cooperation this time is quite intriguing."
Chen Tingzhi said in a deep voice, "It's not strange. Although Shangchen wants to summon Huanyang school, and this matter probably won't change anymore, it's mainly for me to deal with Tianxia. However, they won't allow themselves to be hurt because of this matter, and they won't be lenient with Huanyang school. If I, Tianxia, am not here, they will want to get rid of it as soon as possible."
Zhang Yu nodded. Chen Tingzhi's words had hit the nail on the head.
Although Shangchen wanted to summon Huanyang school back, their purpose was to cooperate with Huanyang school to fight against the enemy. However, no one knew the attitude of Huanyang school.
Shangchen only speculated that Huanyang school was very likely to cooperate with them based on the premise that Tianxia was powerful. However, there might also be a mistake here.
This was not because they were taking a risk, but because they had tried all the methods that could be used to deal with Tianxia. They really had no other choice, so they made this choice.
Therefore, at this moment, Shangchen did not have any good impression of Huanyang school. Otherwise, some people would not have opposed the latter's return. If Huanyang school left behind any means that harmed them, they would definitely eliminate it.
Daoist Zhan Kong thought for a while and said, "Once we're out of here, we've been dealing with Shouzheng and Shangchen's situation. I'm afraid that these two things are not coincidental."
Lin Tingzhi said, "The reason for this incident should be the battle between Wei Mao and Guan Liang a hundred years ago. After the battle, Wei Mao went back into seclusion and did not come out. Guan Liang also went missing since then. If I'm not mistaken, this should be related to the Virtual Artifact that Guan Liang mentioned."
Chen Tingzhi said in a deep voice, "We don't have to care about the reason for this. If we can find the Virtual Artifact, then everything will be clear."
Lin Tingzhi said, "Then how should we respond to Shangchen?"
Chen Tingzhi said in a deep voice, "It's better for us to deal with this matter first. Tell them that we're still investigating. If there's any news, we'll let them know. "
Lin Tingzhi nodded. If there were no traces of enemies hiding in Shangchen, then dealing with this matter would be simple. However, if the two sides really joined forces, then neither side could trust the other. If the Virtual Artifact fell into Shangchen's hands, then who knew what would happen?
He said, "I'm still searching for that artifact. Now that I've found some clues, we'll know in a few days."
Chen Tingzhi said, "We'll leave this matter to Lin Tingzhi."
Lin Tingzhi said, "I'll do my best."
After this matter was settled, everyone dispersed again.
Lin Tingzhi returned to his own Daoist Palace and continued to search for the artifact's whereabouts.
In that void, there was an indistinct long shuttle drifting about. It was following that indistinct trail in pursuit.
As the Xuanting Court Administrator who was the most proficient in crafting artifacts, he had his own inheritance from his previous sect. In addition, the upper echelons did not lack any precious materials at all. There were nine artifacts in his own Virtual Artifact that could be used for both offense, defense, and pursuit. This "Yin-Yang Thought Shuttle" was one of them. It was specifically used to find the enemy's Virtual Artifact.
The Land of Divine Virtual was different from the mortal world. There was no passage of time. There was only the end of the cause. If one could find it, one could find it. If one couldn't find it, one couldn't find it. If one couldn't find it, one had to restart the cause. To do so, one had to exit meditation and enter meditation again. This process repeated over and over again, searching for an opportunity to change amidst the unchanging.
Because of the artifact's guidance, even if he repeated this process over and over again, that connection did not break. As he tried again and again, he could sense that he was getting closer and closer to that artifact.
Once again, he entered meditation and followed his senses. Suddenly, he saw a ray of red light. His expression changed slightly. He opened his eyes and said, "Found it."
After a while, Daoist Ming Zhou sent a message. Zhang Yu had transformed into a shadow and entered the Daoist Palace for the third time.
Lin Tingzhi and the others were all present. He said, "I've already found that Virtual Artifact just now. This artifact should be controlled by someone. When I saw it, it seemed to have sensed something. Now that it has already escaped into the mortal world, I've also chased after it with my artifact. However, we need to capture it as soon as possible. If we drag this on for too long, I'm afraid there will be more variables."
When cultivators fought, once the Virtual Artifact was found in the Land of Divine Virtual, it meant that there was no way to escape. The only thing they could do was to find a way to defend it. However, this Virtual Artifact seemed to exist on its own. It did not need to protect any divine Qi. Therefore, when it realized that it was exposed, it escaped into the mortal world in an attempt to avoid being tracked down.
However, Lin Tingzhi spent a lot of effort to find it. How could he let it escape so easily? Furthermore, this artifact was not as difficult to find as the Yuandu Xuantu. Even the Yuandu Xuantu could be found for an instant, let alone this artifact.
Zhan Kong bowed and said, "Three Court Deacons, this matter should be handled by me. My Yuandu lineage is at fault too. I sincerely request for the three Court Deacons to allow me to pursue this artifact. I have the help of the Yuandu Xuantu, I will not let it escape."
Zhang Yu pondered for a while and said, "This artifact is a great threat. We must capture it to prevent any future trouble. Moreover, this matter is also within the scope of Shouzheng's responsibility. I cannot ignore it. I will go with Daoist Zhan Kong. "
Lin Tingzhi said, "I have already discussed with Chen Tingzhi and Deacon Wu Ting. I would like to ask the two of you for help with this matter."
Chen Tingzhi said, "This matter should not be delayed. The two of you should set off as soon as possible. I will be watching from behind. If there is a need, Xuanting will provide support at any time."
Lin Tingzhi then turned his gaze outwards. Following his telepathic command, a faintly discernible dark flying shuttle appeared. He said, "The two of you only need to follow this artifact and you will be able to reach the location of the artifact."
Daoist Zhan Kong took out a spell and silently chanted for a moment. An oval-shaped shadow appeared outside the Daoist Palace. He turned his head and said, "Shouzheng, please follow me."
Zhang Yu nodded his head. His telepathic command changed and in an instant, his body was already within the shadow. He followed Daoist Zhan Kong and walked onto the shadow. Daoist Zhan Kong channeled his mana and in the next moment, the two of them appeared in the outer layer of the void. In front of them, there was a faintly discernible dark flying shuttle that floated in front of them, guiding their path.
Daoist Zhan Kong looked at it and said, "I have heard that Lin Tingzhi is proficient in controlling artifacts. It is indeed true. This method of his is indeed impressive. Today, the only place where Shangchen can beat me is in the divination of the heavens. "
Zhang Yu said, "Tianxia has been working hard every day. In another few hundred years, it will be difficult for him to beat me in divination. It is just that this person does not think about reforming and eliminating evil. Instead, he only thinks about how to stop me from moving forward. He has already lost the right path."
Daoist Zhan Kong deeply agreed. It was precisely because Tianxia was on the right path that the Yuandu lineage was willing to join. However, no matter what the Daoist intent was, the next battle was the key. Whoever won would be the true Daoist.
The two of them exchanged a few more words. The dark flying shuttle in front of them suddenly disappeared. Then, a red light shone over. Daoist Zhan Kong's expression froze and said, "This should be the item."
Zhang Yu looked over and also saw the item. It was a huge sun that was full of thorns. Its surface was covered with scarlet thick turbid liquid and it was constantly emitting scarlet mist.
Daoist Zhan Kong said in a deep voice, "Looking at the aura of this item, it is indeed a relic of Huanyang school."
As the two of them gradually approached, they also discovered that there was a white-robed cultivator sitting in the sun. Although he was in the red flames, his spirit was clear and untainted.
Daoist Zhan Kong said, "Just by looking at this person's appearance, he should be Wei Mao who fought with Shouzheng that day."
The white-robed cultivator was originally sitting still. At this moment, he noticed an oval-shaped shadow above him. He was a little surprised. He raised his head and looked, smiled, and said, "You found me so quickly?"
At this moment, a majestic golden light descended from the oval-shaped shadow. Daoist Zhan Kong and Zhang Yu both appeared from within and released their mana to block the scarlet flames.
Daoist Zhan Kong looked at the white-robed cultivator and asked in a deep voice, "Who are you, sir?"
The white-robed cultivator stood up and smiled, saying, "I am me. You can call me Wei Mao or Guan Liang." He suddenly sighed and said, "Actually, why did you have to look for me? I cultivate my Dao, and you do your own things. I will not interfere with you."
Zhang Yu said, "What you mean by cultivating the Dao is to take the lives of others and usurp their consciousness. You are stirring up trouble in my Tianxia Domain. Do you still want me to not control you?"
The white-robed cultivator smiled and said, "Why not? Whether it is Wei Mao or Guan Liang, they are all willing to flatter me. From the beginning, I have never forced them. "
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