txolops Chapter 106 The Penglai Dilemma
Chapter 106 The Penglai Dilemma
Chapter 106 The Penglai Dilemma
"No, if I were to use all my strength to fight an enemy in the future, drawing out my entire body's energy, and then the two meridians' true energy would intersect, wouldn't that be—"
Gao Yuan opened his eyes and gave a bitter smile.
What are the drawbacks of practicing all the same material simultaneously without prioritizing any specific skill?
"We need to harmonize these two types of true energy—"
A sudden thought flashed through Gao Yuan's mind, and he suddenly remembered Li Qiushui's Lesser Formless Skill.
The Lesser Formless Skill can simulate the flow of Qi in all kinds of internal martial arts, and by using it as a bridge, it may be able to neutralize the conflicting forces between these two types of true Qi.
But this is just his guess. If it weren't so, he doesn't know what the outcome would be if he focused on cultivating three different skills.
But we should at least give it a try.
His Eight Desolations and Six Directions Supreme Technique has already penetrated the entire Yangwei Meridian, and it is no longer in the initial state where as long as a trace of it is cultivated, it will be weakened and integrated by the Northern Darkness True Qi.
He dared not attempt to rebuild a destroyed meridian.
With this in mind, Gao Yuan had already made up his mind.
It seems I need to go to Mantuo Manor and get the Lesser Formless Skill first.
Thirty miles north of Dayunming Temple, a solitary peak rises abruptly from the ground, as if it bursts forth from the earth's core.
This peak has no name or title, and at its foot stands a dilapidated Taoist temple. Over the years, wind and rain have eroded it so much that not even half a fragment of its plaque can be found.
Looking around, all that could be seen were crumbling walls and broken bricks, with weeds growing rampant among them.
Looking back, there used to be old Taoist priests sweeping and servants cleaning here, and the smoke of Taoist incense wafting continuously.
Now, however, only the gate remains deserted, devoid of worshippers, a scene of utter desolation.
Only the ancient pine tree in front of the temple stands proudly alone, still displaying its majestic and beautiful appearance, its needles a misty green.
"Master!"
A soft shout broke the silence of the night. Hao Yingzong, standing in front of the temple, was slightly surprised to see that some followers had finally come following the secret mark.
"Have you seen Brother Zhen?"
"Master, Elder Zhen... Elder Zhen... he has returned to the light!"
"What?"
"When my subordinates left, they saw Elder Zhen's body outside the pine forest."
"But my subordinates were being pursued by the Beggars' Sect and dared not approach, thus failing to retrieve Elder Zhen's body!"
Upon hearing that Zhen Quan was dead, Hao Yingzong's expression changed drastically.
Finished!
The Green Mountain bandits were wiped out, the Dayunming Temple was captured, and the brothers of the Yunshuilun and Chijinlun Black Stone Altars were captured.
At that time, Zhen Quan lost his life and was punished for multiple crimes. Even the Left Envoy could not protect him!
Hao Yingzong's eyes were bloodshot as he gazed at Mi Shen Mountain.
"Very well! Penglai, Beggars' Sect, I will make you pay for your crimes in blood!"
Dengzhou and the Khitan were separated by the sea.
The counties under its jurisdiction were all of the "prestigious" rank, with prosperous commerce, abundant fisheries, and a rich cultural heritage inherited from Shandong.
Mishan Mountain belongs to the Taishan mountain range, stretching across like a screen, and stands facing the bay.
In the battle of Da Yunming Temple, almost all of Penglai's forces were wiped out.
Only Yin Subai, the sect leader's personal disciple, survived by cutting off his arm and staying behind in Quanzhou.
Upon learning of Du Lingzi's death, Jue Chenzi led a group of disciples heading south to Dengzhou. Finally, they ascended the imperial road and took in the entire scenery of Mi Shen Mountain.
Seeing the majestic and imposing Penglai Mountain gate, with its imposing presence and imposing presence of swords and spears, many disciples' fear vanished instantly, thanks to the confidence the sect instilled in them.
"Um?"
A startled cry suddenly echoed through the mountains from the gate of Penglai Mountain.
Several disciples leaped down from the mountain gate in a few steps, and the leader flicked his sleeves and took two steps at a time towards Kuai Chenzi.
"Uncle-Master, you're back!"
The newcomer was none other than He Xiong, the eldest disciple of Gui Yunzi's lineage.
"The journey to Fujian is long and arduous, and the disciples and their men are exhausted. You take them down to rest, while I go to see my senior brother, the sect leader."
He Xiong bowed respectfully: "Yes, Uncle-Master."
"Brother Yin, your..."
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After Jue Chenzi left, He Xiong caught a glimpse of Yin Subai's severed arm, and his heart sank.
"Ugh!"
Yin Subai's eyes were slightly red.
"Our disciples stationed in Quanzhou, including Uncle Du... have all perished at Dayunming Temple, and their bodies have not been brought back."
Upon hearing this, He Xiong's pupils contracted, and his face showed surprise.
Uncle Guiyunzi was ambushed, Qu Jiafeng and others were killed, and now Uncle Du and the troops stationed in Quanzhou have also perished.
Penglai...
The sky is falling!
"If I hadn't lost an arm at Fuchuan Mountain and my Uncle Du hadn't forbidden me from participating in the battle at Dayunming Temple, I might not have had the chance to return to Mishen Mountain this time."
He Xiong was greatly puzzled.
"Senior brothers, you outnumbered us and had Uncle Du present, how did you end up like this?"
"The Zoroastrians had laid an ambush; we...we've been tricked."
Jue Chenzi walked as if climbing a ladder to the clouds, passing through the front hall, the Heavenly Terrace, and the Qingxu Hall, and finally arrived at the door of the sect leader's residence.
"Come in."
Before he could knock on the door, Ling Xuzi's voice came from inside.
The room is warm.
There was no brazier in the room; the warmth felt came entirely from the floor heating system.
A bronze crane-shaped incense burner emitted blue smoke, the smoke lingering in the air.
In the very center, Gui Yunzi sat with his eyes down on a cloud-patterned futon, while Ling Xuzi sat cross-legged with his palms on his back, wisps of white smoke drifting from above their heads.
However, he was helping Guiyunzi regulate his breathing and treat his internal ailments.
About a quarter of an hour later, the two opened their eyes at the same time.
"Sect Leader, Senior Brother!"
"Um."
"Why did you suddenly return? Where is Junior Brother Du?" Ling Xuzi asked calmly.
Jue Chenzi knew his senior brother's temperament well and dared not hide anything.
He immediately took another step forward and recounted everything he had seen and heard during his trip south.
Ling Xuzi did not make any move after hearing his words, and continued to meditate with his eyes closed.
On the contrary, Gui Yunzi's expression kept changing. At first, when he heard that the Fire Worship Sect had blocked and ambushed Kuai Chenzi and his group, he felt only resentment.
They never expected that they would encounter so many setbacks on their journey south.
But when Kuai Chenzi revealed the tragic news of Du Lingzi's death.
He suddenly coughed up a mouthful of blood mist.
However, the internal troubles had not been resolved, and the extreme anger attacked the heart.
"Junior brother!"
Juechenzi took the initiative to replace Lingxuzi and immediately helped Guiyunzi guide his qi to calm his mind.
After about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Gui Yunzi finally calmed down and also got a general understanding of the situation.
At that moment, Ling Xuzi stood up.
His eyes were dark and deep, still unreadable, but with just a hint of sharpness, they instantly exuded an aura of authority.
"Okay, okay!"
He uttered three "good"s, and, completely changing his usual temperament, he laughed: "My Penglai has always kept to itself and its Zoroastrian sect. This time, however, they killed my disciples and beheaded my junior brother. They truly think Penglai has no one to rely on. What a Zoroastrian sect! What a Hao Yingzong!"
"I thought going to Quanzhou would enhance Penglai's prestige, but I never expected to be attacked by a mad dog."
"interesting."
"Sect Leader, you must avenge Senior Brother Du!"
Guiyunzi and Dulingzi have the best relationship and are already furious with Zoroastrianism.
Although Jue Chenzi was also furious, he knew he couldn't lose his composure at this moment, so he took the initiative to ask, "What does Senior Brother plan to do?"
Ling Xuzi said, "You were right to bring your men back because you were worried that the Fire Worship Sect would continue to set up ambushes."
"We have no foundation in Quanzhou anymore. Others in Fujian will not get involved since they see the Zoroastrians fighting against us. Write a letter later and have someone deliver it to the Beggars' Sect and give it to Chief Wang."
"Please ask their brothers in Quanzhou to help find the bodies of Junior Brother Du and his disciples. Collect as many as you can."
Ling Xuzi's eyes flashed coldly: "The Zoroastrian Church has deep roots; our family can't touch it. The Beggars' Sect and the Zoroastrian Church have been at odds for a long time, and we've always stayed out of it, but now..."
"Haven't the Beggars' Sect always wanted to surpass Shaolin in reputation?"
"Junior Brother Du vanquished demons and upheld justice in Quanzhou, a feat witnessed by heroes across the land. At the next Luoyang Hundred Flowers Festival, I will personally express my support for the Beggars' Sect."
"This is a perfect opportunity to ask the Beggars' Sect to take the lead, contact heroes from all walks of life, and jointly eradicate the evil cult."
"Let the Beggars' Sect pay for the head, and let them earn the reputation; it doesn't matter. Let's test the waters first, and then we can proceed slowly."
"good!"
Jue Chenzi cheered, very pleased that his senior brother, the sect leader, had not lost his mind.
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