Chapter 169: Shocked to hear the inside story and suspicion arose
Chapter 169: Shocked to hear the inside story and suspicion arose
As for those cultivators with sects. They were all picked up by their sects one by one. Rogue cultivators who did not have their own power could naturally be recruited. But these people who had their own sects and inheritances, traditions, and backings would naturally return to their own sects.
It's not that the Song Dynasty doesn't want to include them, but that the sects behind them are not very powerful individually, but many sects join together to form a huge network. There is no need for the Song Dynasty to offend so many people for a little immediate benefit. It should be noted that it is rare for a dynasty in the human world to have a history that exceeds that of a cultivating sect. Now, these sects may not dare to retaliate because of Zhao Kuangyin's status as a born human emperor; but who can guarantee that these sects will not retaliate against his descendants hundreds of years later? Subvert the Song Dynasty?
Therefore, it is best not to do things that may cause too serious risks. not to mention. It is not easy to ensure the loyalty of all the cultivators recruited. Therefore, Zhao Kuangyin simply released these cultivators with sects and reached a series of agreements with the sects behind them, which was considered a win-win situation.
With the cooperation of the major cultivation sects in the Southern Tang Dynasty, the troops and officials of the Southern Tang Dynasty expressed their surrender, which greatly saved the Song Dynasty. Zhao Kuangyin held a grand surrender ceremony with his ministers and issued an order to appease the local forces in the Southern Tang Dynasty. He named the emperor of the Southern Tang Dynasty "Anlehou" to ensure that he would be rich and noble throughout his life and ordered that he could only settle down in Taiyuan and not leave without permission. Later, the Song Dynasty's army A large number of officials came to the Southern Tang Dynasty one after another and began to formally take over everything in the Southern Tang Dynasty.
Southern Tang should not be called Southern Province now. There are three people standing on the top of Zutang Mountain in the southern suburbs, overlooking the earth.
"Brother Taoist, what do you want to say when you bring us here today? The mountains, rivers, land, and beautiful scenery are indeed beautiful to those mortals, but for cultivators like us, they are the most common scenery." A tall man The sturdy old man wearing a red robe and with red beard and hair glanced at the scenery below the mountain. He said to the person behind him in a deep voice.
"My fellow Taoist, this is wrong. Don't you know that everything in this world is transformed by Tao? Whether it is the changes in the celestial phenomena, the vicissitudes of human nature, the mountains and rivers, and even every plant and tree, there are mysteries and reasons hidden in them? I Although ascetics live much longer than ordinary people, the path they seek is thousands of times more profound and difficult than ordinary people. Naturally, they must miss every opportunity to sense it with their own spiritual senses..." A handsome man in purple robes behind him waved his hand gently and retorted slowly. But before he could finish his words, he was interrupted.
"Brother Taoist, why are you so wordy and wordy like those old scholars in the mortal world? These big principles are all deceiving people. If you use them to fool the newcomers who have just entered the world of monasticism, it is okay for practitioners like us. For a master who has been in the Void Return Stage for hundreds of years, it seems to be of no use at all.
Except for those real wizards of heaven and earth, legendary figures like Cangjie and Fuxi. Only then can we understand the great principles from the simplest changes in celestial phenomena, movements of creatures, and the evolution of landscapes, leaving behind the immortal classics such as the Five Elements and Bagua. It wouldn't work if it were anyone else. Although I, Taiyan, think highly of myself, my qualifications are only one in a million, far from being able to understand the truth from nature just by looking at it. That all requires opportunities and adventures..."
The old man in red robe suddenly became excited and quickly patted the man in purple robe on the shoulder and shouted: "Brother Taoist, is it possible that there is a great opportunity for us today? Take it out quickly and tell me to open your eyes!" He looked excited and said, "Brother Taoist." "I stopped calling him and just called him "brother."
The man in purple robe helplessly shook his head, but his figure was like a swimming dragon. He only swayed slightly but miraculously avoided the "bear hug" of the old man in red robe, causing the old man in red robe to jump into the air.
The old man in red robe jumped in the air and almost fell down, but then he straightened his waist and stood firmly on the ground as if roots were taking root under his feet. However, he was not surprised at his failure and said with regret:
"Brother Dao's movement is really amazing. This is the 363rd time I've made a surprise attack, but I still can't take over Brother Dao's clothes. Could it be that Brother Dao, you have reached the legendary state of 'entering the Tao through martial arts'? This is a state that can only be achieved by those martial arts masters who have practiced to the extreme. Brother Dao, how many identities did you have before you became famous? It's really getting more and more fascinating, isn't it, Sister Han'e!" He said at the end. But suddenly he looked at the third person present, a stunning beauty wearing a blue gauze dress.
The beautiful woman frowned slightly and glanced at the man in red robe who was "talking freely". Then she secretly glanced at the man in purple robe who still had a calm expression. A trace of blush flashed across his cold face like lightning and she said crisply: "Taiyan, you are the best." If you arrange it like this again, even if Brother Youlong doesn't care about you, I'm a little girl, but I'm not afraid of being said to be mean-spirited. Don't blame me for not giving you the 'Hantan Jade Wine' in the future."
These three people were none other than Fairy Yunlong, Taiyanren, and Han'e who came out to enjoy the wind after the battle in the Southern Tang Dynasty.
"Ah! You can't use my Taiyan mouth. Don't you know it already? Sister Han'e has been my neighbor for hundreds of years? She has always been used to speaking freely and wantonly, and she can't control it in a moment. Don't do it. Don't take it seriously. If you really stop drinking my 'Hantan Jade Wine', it will not only delay my practice of Yanyang Divine Art, but also cause the wine bug in my stomach to make trouble. This is a fatal thing." When Tai Yanren heard that Fairy Han'e actually made such a "vicious" threat, he immediately surrendered and apologized repeatedly. He was still mumbling:
"Why have I never seen you threaten Taoist Brother Youlong? He just knows how to bully me, an 'old man' and an 'honest person'."
"You...!" Fairy Han'e raised her eyebrows and was about to retort, but Yunlong saw them getting noisier and getting off topic and quickly came to smooth things over and said: "Okay, okay, fellow Taoist Han'e, fellow Taoist Taiyan, is also a straight-tempered, outspoken person, and it doesn't matter. Malice. Don't worry too much about him. Fellow Taoist Taiyan, don't say a few words. We've known each other for so many years, but you're still so open-minded." It can be seen that Yunlong has a high prestige among the three of them. Whatever he said, it doesn't matter. Neither Tai Yanren nor Fairy Han'e spoke anymore.
"Brother Youlong is still capable. I don't know what means he has to make the famous 'Ice Mountain Fairy' in the world of cultivation obedient. It's a pity that I didn't learn such skills when I was young, otherwise I would have had nothing to do with fellow Taoist Han'e. We have been neighbors for hundreds of years but still have an ordinary Taoist relationship? We are all rejected now and have no confidence. I have a headache when I see Han'e. I regret it." Although the Sun Man didn't say it, he secretly "admire" Yunlong in his heart.
"He still speaks so gently and thinks about others, but why doesn't he look at me differently? Could it be that he is a Buddhist and Taoist who has reached the realm of some eminent monks and can see beauty as white bones and not be moved by color? Otherwise How come you suddenly have such a profound understanding of Buddhist formations?" Fairy Han'e has practiced for hundreds of years and has developed a cold heart that will not be easily moved by emotions. Because Yunlong once pointed him out, he still has this unpredictable cultivation level and is kind and kind to others.
So she only had some goodwill towards Yunlong, a little bit of curiosity, and a lot of trust. These impressions combined together led to the fact that she now cares about Yunlong's opinion of him for fear of smearing her own image, but it's not that she really looked at Yunlong. At best, it's just some good feelings.
"Of course I'm not recruiting you two to enjoy the scenery here today. You're here to discuss a major matter with me!" Yunlong naturally wouldn't waste his time boringly to check the hearts of these two cultivators who are considered friends. After thinking about it, he turned back to his two friends and said loudly: "This important matter is related to the future development of our Song Dynasty and your 'Holy Fire Sect' and 'Yuping Sect'. So I have to be cautious. Do you two need to listen? If you want to listen, just say it." I swear not to tell outsiders what we discussed today!"
Fairy Taiyan and Han'e looked at each other and saw a hint of surprise in each other's eyes. They had known Yunlong for many years and knew that this friend's identity was mysterious, his cultivation was unfathomable, his magic weapons and spells were almost endless, and he seemed to have no regard for anything in the world. Apart from the rise of the Song Dynasty, this was the first time they saw Yunlong being so solemn.
"I still trust the words of Taoist Brother Youlong. I, Taiyan, swear to God that all the words spoken today will not be leaked to outsiders, otherwise the sky will strike like lightning and I will fall into reincarnation!" Taiyan thought for a while and then thought of Yunlong's past magic. He swore immediately without hesitation.
"Han'e is naturally not the kind of person who talks too much. I am also very interested in what Taoist Brother Youlong has to say!" Fairy Han'e didn't even hesitate. She just looked at Yunlong with a smile in her eyes and raised her head. Hao Wan Jade pointed her finger at the sky and said softly: "Han'e swore to heaven that she would never tell outsiders about today's events in this life. If she violates this, she will never be able to practice Taoism!"
"You two are so trustworthy!" Yunlong couldn't help but sigh as he looked at the two of them. Obviously, Tai Yanren and Fairy Han'e's vows reflected their deep trust in him. "In this case, I have told you carefully that on the condition that I release Jian Wuchen, Taoist Qingzhi, and Zhenren Ziyang, they told me to a limited extent why the righteous sects in the current monastic world closed their gates and did not participate in the dispute between good and evil."
Yunlong looked at the two of them and continued: "I think you two have also discovered that since the fall of the Tang Dynasty and the chaos in the world, the two major forces in the world of cultivation, led by the righteous path and the demonic path, have carried out their own actions."
Tai Yanren nodded and said: "Yes, this is also the practice in the world of cultivation. Chaos in the mortal world is a grand event in the world of cultivation. If it weren't for the chaos, how would our monastic sect have the opportunity to quickly recruit a large number of disciples and develop?
In particular, according to the records of this sect, the two paths of good and evil began during the Warring States Period two thousand years ago. The good and the evil have already made an agreement. During the troubled times, the first thing to do is to recruit disciples, accumulate strength, and develop power.
The final duel can only take place until all parts of the world have reached their destination and the strength of both sides has been exhausted. Win or lose will determine which faction can appear in front of the world during the future peace period and which faction must remain hidden in the dark and cannot develop blatantly. "
Yunlong glanced at Tai Yanren in surprise and secretly praised in his heart that after all, it was once a major cultivation sect with thousands of years of heritage. Although it declined midway and has now fallen from the status of a large sect, it does have a rich heritage. Although my cultivation level is very high, my knowledge is only based on hearsay and my own personal experience. I don’t know if there are any omissions or falsehoods. Unlike the other party who already has the records of their seniors, if you want to know something, you can just click through it to find out without having to ask around the world, which is labor-saving and safe.
Regarding this agreement between the good and the evil in the world of cultivation, I accidentally heard it from the northern demon sect members. Only after asking Taoist Qingzhi, Jian Wuchen, and Zhenren Ziyang did I have a detailed understanding.
He looked at Fairy Han'e and found that she was also nodding her head, obviously knowing this history. Seeing that Tai Yanren still had more to say, Yunlong indicated with his eyes that he could continue to say that he was very interested.
Taiyanren couldn't help but feel a little excited after receiving Yunlong's encouragement. He could finally surpass Taoist Brother Youlong. Hum, Taoist brother, although your cultivation level is higher than mine and your magic weapon is better than mine, some things are still there. I don't know much. When he thought about this, he immediately felt more balanced and coughed slightly before continuing:
"It was so long ago before the Warring States Period that the ancient books in the Yuan Sect have no clear records. I only know that it was due to the Battle of the Gods. Most of the ancient gods, giant demons and beasts left the human world and moved to the earthly immortal world, leaving a lot of power gaps in the human world. There are many unknown sects and some sects of ancient golden immortals and great supernatural powers who have invaded these territories. Since the Battle of the Gods has just passed, everyone has been overwhelmed by the war that destroyed the world and killed hundreds of millions, as well as the real people in it. The man with great supernatural powers was frightened by his magical powers that could overwhelm rivers and seas and destroy heaven and earth.
Therefore, they did not dare to start any disputes in the human world. They were afraid that too much noise would attract the attention of the world and they would send great supernatural powers to clean up the matter. So they all immersed themselves in development. Even if there was a conflict, they would try their best to resolve it through negotiation. The outcome is determined by a battle in the arena. The period during which things such as the tragedy of annihilating the family and causing chaos in the world with big bullies and small troubles can be called a rare period of great development in the world of cultivation. "
As Tai Yanren spoke, his eyes wandered, as if he was yearning for the golden age of cultivation in the human world that he described. Yunlong couldn't help but lament that only a great governance after such a great chaos would make future generations reflect on the mistakes of their predecessors and bring about a period of peace. However, this kind of peace will be broken because there are differences in interests between different forces. When there are differences, there will be disputes. Not everyone in the world is a gentleman, and there are villains. When there are disputes, irrational things will happen. Once something irrational happens, it will be like a fuse, detonating a peaceful life and causing chaos.
Sure enough, Tai Yanren looked forward to it for a moment and then continued: "It's a pity that the good times did not last long. During the ten thousand years of peace, various sects sprung up and flocked to it. During this period, they all developed vigorously and various schools were produced. Since the territory left by the ancient Qi Masters and monsters in the initial stage was very vast, these factions could even negotiate with each other to divide the territory.
But after tens of thousands of years, they discovered something shocking, that is, whether it was due to the damage to the human dragon veins due to the Battle of the Gods, the speed of spiritual energy production was greatly reduced and could no longer keep up with the needs of more and more cultivators. Therefore, some powerful factions have seized the territory of many weak factions with their own strength. Not to be outdone, those small factions have sought backers to form alliances with each other to fight against the larger factions. Among them, many people with evil intentions secretly fanned the flames, fished in troubled waters, and various undercurrents surged. The black hands promoted the first large-scale turmoil in the world of cultivation and the various mortal countries it supported. The Warring States Period has arrived. During this period, various schools competed to appear and compete with each other, which was later called "a hundred flowers contending".
Hundreds of years of war have led to the rise of several top sects, including the current Five Directions Demon Sect, Kunlun, Shushan, Kongtong, Nanhai, etc. Because no one can defeat anyone in the end of the war, and the human population at this time has also reached an extremely low level due to hundreds of years of war. If the war continues, the major sects will not be able to select suitable talents and good qualities even if they want to recruit disciples. . After all, cultivators are also trained by mortals. Without mortals, there would be no basis for the existence of cultivators.
So the cultivators, led by the Five Directions Demon Sect and Kunlun Shushan, were divided into two sects: good and evil, and attached to smaller sects such as ghosts, evils, Buddhism, and Confucianism (the first flourishing of Buddhism in the world was during the Southern and Northern Dynasties). In order to avoid losing both sides, the two factions of good and evil made an agreement to compete again on the basis of ensuring the survival of each faction.
The first time was that the Qin State, supported by the devil, won, but for some unknown reason, the Qin State actually provoked the wrath of heaven, and the heavenly soldiers came down to earth to annihilate the Qin Emperor and his generals, and annihilated the Second Emperor of Qin. The Demonic Way was not strong enough to fight against Heaven at that time, so he had to swallow his anger and support Xiang Yu. However, he was eventually defeated by Liu Bang, who was supported by the Righteous Way.
The second time, Cao Wei, supported by the evil way, finally defeated the Shu Han and Dongwu, supported by the right way, to unify the world. However, due to negligence, the Sima family, secretly supported by the right way, usurped the throne and established the Eastern Jin Dynasty. Tai Yanren paused and saw that the two of them were listening attentively. Not only was he very satisfied, but he continued:
"It was the lessons learned from these two times that changed the later strategies of the Demonic Way."
(I’m so excited to start making up history again, hehe.)
