To a certain extent, the Xuanyuan family and Wu Sheng were of the same type. The Xuanyuan family practiced a system of court rituals with clear hierarchies and orders, while the Xuanyuan family practiced a palace system in the Spring and Autumn Period. All methods are designed to establish an orderly and rule-based world, allowing practitioners, Hedao immortals and gods to set behavioral standards within constraints and know what can and cannot be done, thus ensuring the safety of most people.
But there are differences among them. There are differences on the strength of constraints and the way to establish them.
This banquet is actually Xuanyuan's invitation and showdown to Wu Sheng. Now it just depends on whether Wu Sheng is willing to join.
For Ziyu and Luo Lingfu, who have grown up under the academy system since the beginning of their training, there is no doubt that they support joining, and when joining, they must strive to maximize the interests of the Spring and Autumn Period.
Guiguzi is indifferent to this system, but after experiencing various crises and difficulties during the reconstruction of the ancient times, he has long understood that not only cannot he go against the general trend, but he must also strive to be at the center of the evolution of the general trend, so that he can keep up with it. The development of the general trend will not be thrown to the edge and eliminated, so it is also recommended to give it a try.
With the Xuanyuan clan's prestige and influence in the heavens, and with its tyrannical strength in the world of gods and immortals, the center of the general trend is obviously the Xuanyuan clan. Even in the void of the old era when Emperor Xi and Emperor Wa existed, the Xuanyuan clan was also the main promoter of the general trend. What's more, Emperor Xi and Emperor Wa actually gave up control of the New Prehistoric World. It's no wonder that Xuanyuan was so eager to realize his ideals and ambitions.
With the suggestions of Gui Guzi, Ziyu and Luo Lingfu, Wu Sheng made a preliminary judgment and thought more deeply about the pros and cons. Even when he was with Jian Jia, he was often in a daze.
Jian Jia stretched out her jade arms and hugged him from behind: "Still thinking about this issue?"
"Um……"
"Actually, Li Shaojun is right - of course, we all know that this is Xuanyuan's intention. Whether it succeeds or not is all between you and Xuanyuan. But if Xuanyuan insists on doing this, you won't agree. , will become his enemy, are you willing to become his enemy?"
"Of course I don't want to... OK, I'll do it. In fact, what he wants to do is what I want to do."
"Then what are you still thinking about?"
"Practice and practice is a kind of freedom. Traveling to Beihai and Mu Cangwu. This was my ideal after I stepped into the threshold of practice. Isn't it the same for you? I still remember that in Yingdu, after visiting the palace at night, We were in the woods, and you said that your greatest spiritual ideal is to explore the secrets of heaven and earth..."
"With our current cultivation and status, even if we establish some kind of heavenly palace, it won't seem to affect it, right?"
"Of course you and I have no influence. I consider the feelings of all practitioners in the world. More importantly, this is a practice environment and attitude. How can I put it? I don't have to explore the mysteries of heaven and earth, but you can't restrict it. I'm going to explore. All the gods and gods can come and go freely, roam around the world as they please. This is my ideal prehistoric world. I feel very uncomfortable when I think of being shackled in such a prehistoric world."
"Is that your ideal prehistoric world?"
"Do you think other people's ideal prehistoric times are not like this?"
"It's hard to say whether you like it or not, because now you no longer need to worry about your safety, but most Hedao immortals and gods, and even more practitioners, would actually rather practice and live in a stable and peaceful place. There is no need to worry about thieves robbing the house. When exploring the void, there is no need to be afraid that someone will suddenly draw a sword at them. If someone has evil intentions, he must carefully consider the consequences of doing evil. If someone does good, he will I also know what kind of rewards you can get after doing good deeds. I think that such a prehistoric life should be the ideal of most immortal monks."
"I see. It seems that I have fallen into a misunderstanding. A conversation with my wife is worth a hundred years of reading."
"What's better than reading a hundred years of books? It's just that you are standing higher now. What you see is different from what other people see, and your feelings are also different."
"But my husband thinks that at least one feeling is the same, no matter how high or low it is."
"How does it feel?"
"For example... doing evil!"
"Ah... Huh... How do you know, husband, that you are... doing evil? Maybe... you are doing good..."
What is good and what is evil is difficult to explain, and it is impossible to elaborate. After dawn, Wu Sheng became more enlightened and went to Shanhaishi to visit Lord Wuchang.
The meeting this time was still in the Undersea Shrine, but not in the main hall of the past, but in a coral reef behind the palace. The two of them were lying in a clam shell, tasting wine and enjoying the gentle touch of the clam girl.
"Junhou... I have never seen Junhou entertaining guests here..."
"Is the bachelor a guest? The bachelor is one of our own, haha."
"Junhou was not like this before. I used to be one of my own. I have always been."
"Before... it was different before. I was always thinking about establishing a foothold in the void, rebuilding the ancient world, and Niu Lishi, my brother... Now everything has been solved, even my two distant uncles Bai Minshi and Si Youshi Now that we are safe and sound, is there anything else worth bothering about? No more... After worrying about it for thousands of years, it’s time to let it go. Sometimes I wonder if I should follow the example of Emperor Xi and Emperor Wa and put the twelve I leave the authority of monthly supervision to you, otherwise it will become a worry every time the end of the year comes."
"Your Majesty...that's not possible...there are still many things to do!"
"What's up?"
"The Xuanyuan family wants to establish rules. Does the Lord know about this?"
"What about this matter? Last month, Chang Xian came to my underwater palace and asked for my opinion. I am too lazy to listen to this kind of thing, and I am too lazy to think about it anymore. Anyway, you will definitely consider it carefully. I told you He asked them to find you, your Spring and Autumn Bachelor's opinion is my opinion... Did they find you?"
"Junhou, you are lazy in politics..."
"Then have you thought about it?"
"Does the Lord have any requirements?"
"In short, there is one thing. The demon gods of our mountains and seas rarely go in and out of the Tianmen and do not go to other worlds to cause trouble. However, we cannot drive away the guests who come to the Undersea Palace. You can take care of the rest."
"Understood."
After enjoying the top-notch reception at the Undersea Shrine, Wu Sheng came to Yizhoushi again, also visiting Pixiu and asking for his opinion.
Pixiu, unlike Mr. Wuchang, had no pursuit. Instead, he asked Xuanyuan's intentions curiously and listened attentively.
Wu Sheng asked: "Didn't the Xuanyuan clan send someone to ask the mountain owner for his opinion?"
Pixiu said: "I did send someone here, Lei Zu, just a few days before you went to the banquet, but I didn't see her."
Wu Sheng said in surprise: "No? Did you expect that she came for this matter? You don't agree?"
Pixiu said: "Last time I was asked to recommend Rong Chenggong, it was Leizu who came. I didn't know it at the time, so I met him without much thought. In the end, I couldn't push him away. Naturally, I can't make the same mistake again this time. I just didn't expect that it was for this reason. …”
Wu Sheng was not in a hurry and just let him pace around among the piles of colorful stones in the room, making a rattling sound.
After thinking about it for a long time, Pixiu said: "It is said that if the gods and gods can really abide by some rules and be more scrupulous about not messing around, everyone will not have to worry about being robbed by others. It will also be a good thing for Tianlutai, and business will be much easier. I It can be a lot easier here. But the rules have been set. With this heaven you mentioned, there must be one of our own in it, and we cannot let him have the final say in everything."
Wu Sheng said: "I can get a favorable position for you."
Pixiu shook his head: "I won't go. Those people in the Immortal World are too scheming. I'm too lazy to compete with them all day long. I'm exhausted. If I'm not careful, I'll suffer a big loss... You go, you go on behalf of me and Mr. Wuchang." , I’ll also ask the Phoenix Lord, and maybe let you represent him.”
Wu Sheng hesitated: "Shall I talk to him? Can you and the Phoenix Master rest assured?"
Pixiu asked back: "Will you do something that makes us worried?"
Wu Sheng smiled: "That's true. In this case, I will communicate with you more and ask you for advice when encountering major issues."
Pixiu said: "Let's go, follow me to Kong Shengshi."
Wu Sheng and Pi Xiu came to the center of Kong Sheng Shi's fertile fields and met Phoenix on the huge sycamore tree. Phoenix lay lazily on the canopy of the tree. After hearing Pi Xiu explain his intention, he agreed on the spot without much thought.
"Please ask Scholar Wu to work hard and talk to Xuanyuan."
"yes."
Before leaving, Wu Sheng couldn't help but ask: "Are you two not worried at all? Or would you rather have someone restrain you?"
Pixiu said: "The reconstruction of the ancient times and the order of the gods in Yuan Dynasty must be led by someone. Otherwise, why do you think Emperor Xi and Emperor Wa retreated into seclusion? They just had no intention of fighting."
Wu Sheng said: "Can't everyone have the final say together?"
Pixiu said: "Of course everyone has the final say together, but with twelve minds and twelve mouths, there will always be disagreements, and someone still needs to make the decision."
Phoenix said from the side: "There are always people who are welcomed by everyone."
The point of view was the same as that of Gui Guzi, and perhaps the same as that of most Hedao immortals. On the contrary, it was Wu Sheng himself who had different opinions from everyone else. Wu Sheng nodded and did not insist anymore.
Looking back and thinking about it, even in the Academy, the same is true. Although the bachelors are in charge of the practice world, there are still people who take the lead and call the shots. The previous generation was Huqiu, and this generation is himself.
Connected with himself, Wu Sheng held the authority for five months and had enough say. As for the Queen Mother of the West and Xuannv, they were two very independent goddesses and formed their own line. He did not dare to expect to represent them.
But Wu Sheng still did not take the initiative to contact Xuanyuan. He was waiting for Xuanyuan to come to him, and Xuanyuan was very patient and did not rush him. Wu Sheng thought that maybe the other party was also waiting for a suitable time.
In this way, Li Shaojun finally came to visit him until November when he was on duty in Fengdu, Beiyin.
Wu Sheng met Li Shaojun at the Wanxian Palace. Seeing the furious look on his face, he asked in surprise: "What happened to Master Li?"
Li Shaojun said: "The Spiritual Eye of Fulong Mountain was stolen in Tang Gu Shi. It was the work of two Void Refining monks from the Immortal World who incited the demon god Red Salamander from the Immortal World. After Bei Yin Feng reported it, the case was solved within two days, and the culprit was already Take it and wait for disposal.”
Wu Sheng was silent for a moment and asked, "What's the loss?"
Li Shaojun said hurriedly: "It was discovered in time, and the eucalyptus was broken quickly. The loss was not big. The stolen spiritual eyes had not yet been transformed, so they were well preserved and buried back in Fulong Mountain."
Wu Sheng stared into Li Shaojun's eyes without saying a word. Li Shaojun met his gaze calmly, without any timidity.
After a moment, Wu Sheng said coldly: "So, what does Master Li's coming here mean?"
Li Shaojun said: "There is a Jiaoshan Mountain in front of you and a red salamander in the back. You know that this is a serious crime, but you still go on and on. Why? In such a vast wilderness, there is no one who is responsible for it! When the emperor heard this, he was very angry. The young master came here to serve the emperor. Order, please invite the Spring and Autumn Scholars to Xuanyuan Qiu to discuss this matter."
Wu Sheng thought for a moment and said, "That's fine, let's go to this noble world again."
After arriving at Xuanyuan Qiu in the Immortal World with Li Shaojun, after waiting for a while, the Xuanyuan family rushed over: "The Spring and Autumn Scholar is here!" This time, there was no longer a banquet, but a discussion in a secret pavilion at the back of the palace.
"Spiritual eyes are the key to the stability of the prehistoric era. The former just killed old Jiaoshan and spread the word to all the heavens. In less than half a year, someone took the risk again. It is probably because theft is too easy and the profit is too great."
"The emperor invited me here, so there must be a charter?"
Xuanyuan said: "Young Master has come up with an idea. Please ask the bachelor to see if it is feasible."
Li Shaojun said: "In my humble opinion, I think that severe punishment alone is not enough, prevention should be the main thing. I asked Chijiang Ziyu before that he could refine a magic circle to place the spiritual eye. The place is covered in a magical array. This array is called the Blessing Spirit Array. Once you break into it without permission, you can sense it across the void. At that time, you can set up arrays at the most important places in the heavens, and the sensing blessing instruments are divided into two places. One is the World Honored One, and the other is the Chief of Thunder. Once the blessed weapon connected to the Chief of Thunder senses an intruder, it will trigger the thunder of the sky and crackle it, and then the World Honored One will rush to the place where the robbery was taken. In this way, there is no need to worry."
It was indeed a good idea, and the fact that the Fuling Formation could sense across the void was truly an amazing achievement. Wu Sheng was once again impressed by the number of talents under the Xuanyuan clan.
But he also knew that Yugu Shiling's eye-stealing eucalyptus was just an introduction. What he really wanted to throw out was the so-called Thunder Chief, who still had to establish rules and plan for heaven.
"General Director of Thunder?" Wu Sheng asked.
Xuanyuan said: "If the bachelor agrees to establish the Heavenly Court, there should be a Thunder Chief. As mentioned last time, the Thunder Chief will arrest the Hedao, demon gods, and monks who have violated Tiantiao."
"Who joins the Thunder Headquarters? Who is in charge?"
"Naturally, my Twelve Righteous Gods will send capable generals to join the Thunder Headquarters to take orders. I don't think there are too many. There are six masters of fighting in one family. That's seventy-two, which is enough for the time being. As for who is in charge, We can discuss it again. If the bachelor has a better candidate, you can also submit it, and all the righteous gods will discuss it together."
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"Besides Chief Thunder, is there anyone else?"
"Set up the Tianku, and set up the Tianmen Divine General, who will also be in charge of the Twelve Righteous Gods."
"Anymore?"
"The rest are still thinking about it. There is no urgency. Let's establish the Thunder Chief, Tianmen Divine General, and Tianku first. The rest will be gradually enriched as needed."
Wu Sheng took a deep breath: "I agree."
