Amidst the endless clamor.
Northern Zhou Land.
Inside the Longevity Sect, the atmosphere was oppressive.
A group of Tribal Chiefs and a few Longevity Sect Supre Elders sat in ditation here, each with a sullen face. They remained silent, an unspeakable quiet reigning for a ti.
Many Tribal Chiefs felt stifled and angry, yet showed traces of powerlessness.
Thinking their Northern Zhou had painstakingly unified, rging seventy-two tribes into one, they believed they were destined to destroy the Great Xuan with overwhelming speed.
But unexpectedly, several incidents occurred in succession, greatly dispersing Northern Zhou’s power.
"The High Priest did not return, and Cha Hatian did not return either, yet a re declining Great Xuan managed to break us apart like this, which is sothing we cannot tolerate no matter what."
An old man in a gray robe, with a hunched back and high shoulders, and a face covered in pockmarks, spoke hoarsely, his voice very jarring.
"The High Priest was held up by the One Yuan Alliance Leader, and Cha Hatian was pinned down by what appeared to be two masters from the outside world. These two masters assisted ng Fang in escaping our encirclent. Our Northern Zhou lost so many powerful individuals, yet we could not manage to eradicate these strong enemies, which is truly frustrating!"
A Tribal Chief spoke angrily.
"These frustrations are temporary; we will soon usher in a new era. As for ng Fang, since he was taken away by soone, let’s not worry about him for now. Overall, the entire Great Xuan has already been swept clean by us. The three strongest noble families have all been wiped out, and the remaining people are already powerless to resist. The only threat left to us is Jiang Shi, and he should have no one to protect him."
The hunchbacked, high-shouldered old man with a pockmarked face continued hoarsely.
"There shouldn’t be anyone!"
"Jiang Shi previously offended the Kong Family and was targeted by them several tis. If there was soone to protect him, these things wouldn’t have happened!"
"The only one who could protect him was the Four Symbols Alliance Leader, but he has already been scared by us and disappeared!"
Several people nearby spoke coldly.
"Since there is no one, let’s eliminate this one remaining threat directly and bring back his head, so that no one in the Great Xuan will be able to resist us."
The pockmarked old man spoke up.
"Fine, let’s do as the Guardian suggested!"
"Indeed, since Jiang Shi has beco the only variable, let’s eliminate him imdiately. Once Cha Hatian and the High Priest return, the entire Great Xuan will undoubtedly be ours."
Everyone spoke up one after another.
···
Quzhou Land.
Due to the presence of the Kong Family, the area was not affected by the war.
Besides so people being on edge, the streets still bustled with crowds and comrce.
Moreover, many people gathered in the teahouses, seeking various news every day.
At this mont.
Roadside teahouse.
Mr. Huang, dressed in a long green gown like a storyteller, sat in the middle of a teahouse, with a knocking block in his left hand and a white paper fan in his right hand. The block gently slapped with a loud clap, silencing the entire place.
"The story goes that Young Hero Jiang Shi was extraordinary from a young age. At three, he possessed the strength of a thousand pounds; at four, he could uproot nine oxen’s tails; at five, he could eat eight hundred pounds of rice in one sitting; at seven, single-handedly he stord a notorious bandit’s lair, slaughtering over six hundred bandits. By eight, it was even more astounding···· I, Mr. Huang, have traveled far and wide these years, and have t Young Hero Jiang Shi three tis. To speak of it, my relationship with Young Hero Jiang is quite noteworthy···"
Mr. Huang boasted and stroked his chin with satisfaction, looking at the large yellow horse beside him, laughing, "Believe it or not, even this fine steed beside was personally gifted by Young Hero Jiang!"
The horse next to him was well-nourished, shining with oil, strong and magnificent, majestic beyond compare.
Everyone was in an uproar, gazing at the grand horse.
Could it be that Mr. Huang, who narrated tales daily, never parted from this horse, and it was a gift from Jiang Shi?
What a joke!
"Mr. Huang, are you for real or not? When did Young Hero Jiang ever give you a horse?"
"Exactly, stop exaggerating!"
"Young Hero Jiang knows you? I find that hard to believe!"
Soone heckled, highly disdainful.
"Everyone, everyone···"
Mr. Huang looked displeased, quickly speaking up, knocking his block as he defended, "I, Mr. Huang, swear to the heavens, this yellow horse was indeed gifted by Young Hero Jiang himself. Back in Fengzhou Land, I had the fortune of eting Young Hero Jiang, witnessed him defeat Fengzhou General Yuan Kaitai with my own eyes. It was then I beca acquainted with him. Young Hero Jiang greatly appreciated an old man like , thus gifting his steed as a gesture. If in doubt, you can always inquire in Fengzhou!"
Everyone was uproarious again, discussing fervently, eyes filled with astonishnt.
Jiang Shi admired you?
Appreciate what exactly?
"Such bold claims without blushing!"
Zhao Feiyan, below the stage, couldn’t help but mutter softly.
Would Jiang Shi, a figure like him, casually appreciate a re storyteller like you?
"Say no more."
Zhao Houcai’s face darkened as he spoke up to scold.
Zhao Feiyan stuck out her tongue and said, "Father, since the Kong Family has already allied with Northern Zhou, it’s no longer safe for us to stay here in Quzhou Land. In my opinion, it’s better to leave as soon as possible."
"I’m well aware; haven’t I been trying to establish a channel recently?"
Zhao Houcai’s face was somber as he drank a cup of tea, saying, "If possible, I plan to take you all to venture abroad."
"Venture abroad?"
"Master, you must be joking?"
Zhao Feiyan and Shangguan Yun both widened their eyes.
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