Time flies by like a flash, and for monks who often spend hundreds of years in seclusion, half a year flies by in an instant.
However, for the Northern Territory, this half year seems a bit long.
At the mortal level, the Zangming Kingdom, as a great mortal dynasty, experienced a change of power, internal strife, external interference, and fell into chaos.
In the world of cultivating immortals, the Eight Sects of Qishan, the original hegemons of the Northern Territory, shrunk their sphere of influence due to the death of their leader and the disappearance of their supreme elders. They clung to the main island and several surrounding islands, making the Northern Territory aspiring to hegemony The sects are active and active, each taking actions to occupy the power vacuum left by the eight sects in Qishan after their retreat.
But there is also something strange. Although several major factions in the Northern Territory have also expanded their power, they have not swarmed up and joined forces to besiege the past overlord like they did when the Southern Territory overlord changed!
In view of this, even if other sects had intentions, they chose to wait and see out of caution, and gradually heard some rumors. From time to time, the leaders of small sects gathered together to negotiate and communicate, and they were suspicious——
"Have you heard? There is a great master on Qishan Island. It is said that he is the direct descendant of Qishan Zongzong, and he is also a God-Refining True Lord. His realm is extremely high. Even if he is besieged by three or five True Lords of the same realm, he will not do anything. It’s true!”
"No wonder, Dingjun Mountain and the other major sects have maintained restraint when they saw the eight sects shrinking in power. It turns out that among the eight sects, there are great powers appearing again!"
"But with such a person, his eight sects are enough to maintain his position as the hegemon, so why would he shrink his sphere of influence? I always feel that there is something unreasonable here. Could it be that the news is spreading and there is a deviation? In fact, the eight sects There are no powerful people in it at all, and each family is just wary of the past details of the Eight Sects, so they are cautious?"
"Who can know this? But if the big sect doesn't come forward, we, the small sect, don't dare to stand out. Having said that, there must be a clue whether it is true or false. Do you know the name of that person?"
Outside the door, three people were walking in.
As soon as he said this, people at the nearby tables looked sideways, with a bit of displeasure and hostility in their eyes.
"Alas." Lin Xiangjuan sighed, and his voice became a little lower, "This was speculated by the uncle of Xuanji Pavilion. He said that in the opinion of the master, the eight sects of our outer sect are not strong enough. I can no longer support such a big shelf. Plus..."
Upon seeing this man, several people in the tavern stood up with astonishment on their faces.
Walking on the streets of the capital of Yunyou Island, looking at the various people passing by, and seeing many passers-by with scales and thin tails, Chen Yuan, who was wearing a gray robe, couldn't help but sigh.
As soon as he said this, the malice in the eyes of the people around him became even stronger.
From the moment he met Master Wang's uncle, he felt that this man was very gloomy, and every time he faced him, he felt a chill in his heart.
"This serious look is not very pleasing." Chen Yuan waved his hand, took another sip of wine, and then asked: "Are you waiting for someone here?"
"Oh, then...what!?"
Lin Xiang curled up and didn't react, but then his face changed drastically: "Master went to sea? Left Qishan?!"
Chen Yuan didn't hesitate and walked straight over. After sitting down, he picked up the wine bottle on the table and poured himself a glass. After taking a sip, he smiled and said, "Why, you seem to be surprised to see me." .”
"Master Chen is clearly capable of overpowering the combined efforts of several God Refiners, so why does he want us Eight Sects to keep a low profile?"
"That's right. Of course, this is the only reason why you came here at this time." Chen Yuan said, and then asked: "You came here for this reason. Have you ever been in the immortal genealogy?"
Ma Yuanzhong was startled, then smiled bitterly: "I see, that makes sense."
It's just that Chen Yuan originally promised Zhong Er's grandfather to take good care of his successor, but he was thrown out within two days. This was more or less a broken promise. Today, after noticing that he was in the city, after thinking for a moment, he directly looked for him. Come over.
Since this person was a son of destiny, his basic ability was to turn danger into good fortune. Even though he was in danger that day in the Zangming Palace, it was not fatal, not to mention that Chen Yuan sent him out in advance.
"I don't dare to be on the list." Zhang Zhonger smiled bitterly and lowered his voice, "Senior, you know my situation. It's too late to keep a low profile on weekdays. How can I dare to make it public? This group of immortals has attracted much attention. If it is not a last resort, where can I go? Will you be on the list at will?"
Similar questions were actually circulated among the eight sects in Qishan. Ma Yuanzhong gathered the people scattered on Wangzang Island and led them back to the main island. When he saw Lin Xiang's resurrection, he couldn't help but muttered.
When the cold-faced man heard this, he hesitated for a moment, and finally said in a hoarse voice with no expression on his face: "My master left his residence a few days ago and went to sea."
Zhang Zhong'er was startled, and then he handed over his hands seriously: "This junior has learned a lesson."
When Chen Yuan entered, they all glanced at him sideways, looked away slightly in surprise, except for one person.
Chen Yuan immediately smiled and said: "You are a junior, and you have a lot of words. For many people, those immortals may not be able to rank among them even if they try their best, but you say it seems to come at a moment's notice. Just go and be on the list casually, but it’s really unpleasant.”
"I heard that he was practicing a kind of magical power in seclusion." Lin Xiangjuan's tone was not very sure, "It seems to be related to the eyes. I met the master once three months ago and saw his eyes glowing. He looked at me , I felt unwell. However, I only met him three months ago. However, this time you are dealing with the matter of Wangzang Island. Master attaches great importance to the matter of Wangzang and Zangming. It should be If I can be summoned by Master, I will go and ask for instructions later."
However, after she finished speaking, she immediately added: "I am not slandering Master, I am just a little confused, a little..."
Although Chen Yuan's appearance has changed compared to half a year ago, how could Zhang Zhong'er forget what he had experienced one night in the palace.
After a pause, he hesitated before continuing: "Besides, to be honest, the relationship between Master and us is not big except for the name of this flag mountain. It is rare to be able to protect it. I want to borrow it." Don’t even think about maintaining the hegemony based on his old man’s power, or even continuing to expand.”
As soon as the courtyard door opened, a tall and thin young man who exuded a dead air walked out. Especially his face, which was cold and gloomy, he was not easy to get along with at first glance.
"It's because the customs are different, but it doesn't mean that the races are completely different."
"Sure enough, I noticed where this junior was and came here specially." Zhang Zhong'er relaxed at this time and said with a slightly reserved smile: "Senior, you are here also for the banquet in the Immortal Mansion, right?"
Nowadays, people come and go in Yunyou City. Even this brand of tavern is still full of people, but unlike on the street, most of the people sitting in this room still look like pure people.
Zhang Zhonger smiled bitterly and said, "Senior, why do you need to make things clear?"
The leader is handsome and handsome, wearing a green shirt and standing tall.
"Junior sister...Junior brother, you don't have to worry. Several elders have also said that the master has a kind nature and is not a heartless person. He only wants us to serve him wholeheartedly and support him well. As the saying goes, sincerity is the key to gold and stone, and there will always be something. The day can move the master and make him truly regard us as his descendants, and then he will be able to help us."
"It is indeed a coincidence that you and I are in Yunyou City at the same time, but finding here is certainly not a coincidence." Chen Yuan did not beat around the bush. He noticed it after entering the city due to his human and supernatural powers. There are several acquaintances in the city, and Zhang Zhonger is one of them.
"The name is not clear, I just heard that his surname is Chen."
Lin Xiangjuan sighed, lowered his voice, and said: "Master's true words are that he himself likes to be low-key and cautious, and does not like publicity, so he teaches us Qishan Waizong disciples not to be too public. Be cautious.”
Zhang Zhong'er, who was sitting in the corner of the tavern, his eyes jumped and he recognized the person.
Under the gaze of several eyes, he walked forward as usual, and after twists and turns, he arrived at a restaurant in a remote alley.
Fortunately, Chen Yuan has returned to his original demeanor. This appearance may be conspicuous in a crowd, but in a mixed race group, it seems ordinary, so at most it will only attract more attention from others.
"Since they are true words, they must have hidden meanings." Ma Yuanzhong was experienced and lowered his voice, "Brother, there are no outsiders here, so you can just say it."
"But them?" Chen Yuan suddenly raised his hand and pointed toward the door.
"Remember, remember." Ma Yuanzhong nodded, hesitated, and finally couldn't help but ask: "Speaking of which, apart from meeting the ancestor once four or five months ago, I have never seen the beauty since then. Does senior brother know about the ancestor?" What have you been doing lately?”
As he spoke, Lin Xiangjuan's expression became serious and he warned: "But there is one thing you must keep in mind. Don't think that you can take advantage of the master's power in the future before you serve sincerely. Those are all things for the future, and they must be true now. Treat him as an elder! Master’s eyes are full of yin and yang, and you can’t hide any thoughts from him.”
Chen Yuan asked, "Do you care so much about other people's eyes?"
Zhang Zhonger nodded and said: "Yes, this junior has made several friends during his previous experience and we have arranged to meet here."
"It's a bit of an accident. I didn't expect it to be such a coincidence." Zhang Zhong'er said, glanced at Chen Yuan, and asked tentatively: "Senior has great magical powers, so it can't be a coincidence that he comes here, right?"
"I've met Master Wang's uncle." Lin Xiangjuan collected his thoughts, bowed his hands, and said cautiously: "I wonder if Master has ever left seclusion. Master Ma... Junior Brother Ma has just returned from Wangzang Island and has something to report."
Lin Xiangjuan didn't just talk, after he finished reminiscing with Ma Yuanzhong, he immediately went to the Zhuyuan to meet him.
According to the Eight Sects, the Southern Territory is separated from the Northern Territory by the vast windless Dead Sea. If the two sides want to communicate, they must pass through the Eastern Territory and the Western Territory. Travel is inconvenient, so the customs are very different.
Southern Territory, Yunyou Island.
However, his white hair is also particularly eye-catching in the crowd. Many people who come and go see him and don't say anything on the surface, but they will look at him more or less.
"Senior...senior?"
"Kan Ruhai?"
"It's you! You came just in time!"
"Sure enough, wherever there is trouble, you will be there. You have to be in the limelight every time. Do you really think that you are the protagonist of this period? Since we have encountered it today, our account cannot be delayed any longer!"
The second update will be around midnight...
(End of chapter)
