txolops Chapter 191 The Nine Palaces Burn the Pipa Spirit
Chapter 191 The Nine Palaces Burn the Pipa Spirit
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The next moment, a burst of Samadhi True Fire was released from behind Jiang Ziya.
The court officials were all mortals, and naturally had never seen such magical arts.
As the firelight flickered, most people were already convinced that Jiang Ziya must be a true cultivator with profound spiritual attainments.
The female corpse that was accused of being a demon was undoubtedly a disguise.
Fortunately, Jiang Ziya only used true fire to burn the corpse and did not show any disrespect to the Human Emperor, thus avoiding arousing the hostility of the Golden Dragon of Yin Shang's fortune.
Otherwise, let alone his meager cultivation, even a Golden Immortal would have long since turned to ashes here.
"go!"
Jiang Ziya made a hand seal and chanted an incantation, issuing a decree.
The ball of true fire behind him responded and rushed straight towards the corpse of the jade pipa spirit on the ground, completely engulfing it.
Time slipped away in silence and heat.
Sweat began to bead on Jiang Ziya's forehead, and his Taoist robe was soaked through, clinging tightly to his spine.
His face turned pale, clearly indicating that his magical power had been greatly depleted.
However, the beautiful female corpse in the flames remained completely unchanged, lying still quietly, with not even the hem of her clothes charred.
An hour slowly passed, and the situation remained the same.
Jiang Ziya's body trembled slightly, and his hand, which was forming a hand seal, became somewhat unsteady.
The whispers among the officials in the hall could no longer be suppressed and gradually merged into a low hum.
"It's been burning for so long, yet nothing has changed... Could this immortal master be...?"
"The fact that the body was intact proves that this woman was not a demon, but someone who died unjustly."
"But that's not necessarily true. Perhaps the demon's cultivation is too profound, or perhaps it's some kind of illusion?"
"Well, this person was recommended by Lord Bigan after all, so it shouldn't be that..."
……
Of all the people, none was more anxious than Bigan.
Jiang Ziya was the person he strongly recommended. If this matter is ultimately proven to be a farce or even a hoax, he will definitely be implicated.
I have already been alienated by the King for many reasons. If any further complications arise, I fear I will completely lose His favor and be doomed forever.
He stared at the figure in the fire and at Jiang Ziya, who was drenched in sweat, his palms clammy with cold sweat.
On the throne, Di Xin's expression had long since changed from scrutiny to impatience, and finally became as hard as iron.
Beside him, Daji was even paler, biting her lower lip with her pearly teeth, tears welling in her eyes.
She gently tugged at Di Xin's sleeve, her voice trembling as she said:
"Your Majesty... after burning for so long, if you were truly a mortal, you would have turned to ashes long ago."
It is clear that my sister died unjustly. This man must be a fraudster. I beg Your Majesty to do justice for me and quickly drive this madman away…”
Emperor Xin was already filled with rage, and upon hearing his beloved concubine's pitiful cries, he flew into a rage. He immediately slammed his fist on the table and ordered the palace guards to drag the despicable sorcerer out and behead him to set an example.
Just then, the raging fire suddenly went out.
Jiang Ziya swayed slightly, barely managing to stand, and then withdrew his supernatural powers.
His face was ashen, his breath weak, and he bowed deeply to Emperor Xin, saying:
"Your Majesty, my magical power is exhausted. This fiend's cultivation is profound, far exceeding my expectations, and it is difficult to refine him in a short time."
But his body remained unchanged after being burned by real fire for an hour, which is unusual. The mystery is surely clear to Your Majesty, who is discerning enough to see through it all.
His words seemed to be an explanation, yet also a way of throwing the question back to Di Xin, carrying a certain persistence unique to those outside the secular world.
However, before Di Xin and the others could think it over, Tai Bai, who had been standing quietly by the sidelines, stepped forward.
He remained composed and bowed to Di Xin in return, his voice instantly drowning out all other noises in the hall:
"Your Majesty, please forgive me. Just now, Jiang Ziya's trick was clearly a smokescreen. Only that last wisp of flame was the true Samadhi Fire."
And so, once the fire died down, the woman's body, having lost the illusion that sustained it, instantly turned to ashes.
Such tricks are nothing more than pretense, deception, and theft of reputation.
As Taibai finished speaking, the perfectly intact female corpse on the ground silently dissipated into a wisp of green smoke before everyone's eyes, and then completely disappeared.
All of this was just a smokescreen by Taibai.
He possessed profound magical abilities and secretly used magic to deceive the senses of everyone, including Jiang Ziya.
The reason he framed Jiang Ziya was to take advantage of Emperor Xin's anger to force him to leave Chaoge and go to Xiqi as soon as possible to serve Ji Chang, who was destined by Heaven.
Moreover, under his secret influence, the heir apparent of the Marquis of Xibo, Boyi Kao, arrived in Chaoge a few days ago.
With numerous clues pointing forward, the end of the Investiture of the Gods calamity could be brought forward.
This move served two purposes: first, to prevent the Western religion from reaping the benefits; and second, because he knew that although his teacher Tongtian was a saint, he was ultimately soft-hearted and protective of his own.
If this calamity of the gods lasts too long and many variables arise, it is inevitable that the teacher will be misled by those with ulterior motives again and repeat the mistakes of the Ten Thousand Immortals Formation.
Then all my running around and all my planning will truly be in vain.
Upon hearing this, and having witnessed the woman's corpse turn to ashes, Di Xin believed he had seen through the trick and was immediately enraged, abruptly rising to his feet.
Su Daji also stood up, clutching her chest with her hands, her face deathly pale.
But her anger wasn't the cause; it was a deep-seated resentment and murderous intent.
Taibai caught a glimpse of Daji's eyes, which seemed to be devouring people at once, and his heart skipped a beat.
He knew that the nine-tailed fox valued her two younger sisters highly, and in her current rage, she might really do anything to kill Jiang Ziya.
If Jiang Ziya were to die at this moment, the Investiture of the Gods would be left without anyone to oversee it, and everything would come to an end.
In desperation, he immediately and secretly transmitted his voice, his voice becoming a single thread that reached Daji's ear:
"The Jade Pipa Spirit is unharmed and has been rescued by me. She is now in a safe place."
Do not attack Jiang Ziya; he is my junior brother and is crucial to our subsequent plans.
Upon hearing Taibai's telepathic message, Su Daji felt a slight sense of relief, and the surging murderous intent in her eyes subsided.
When Jiang Ziya heard Taibai speak so disparagingly of him, he was immediately enraged and wanted to step forward and argue with him.
He was determined to obtain an official position in the Shang Dynasty, and now he could not bear this stigma.
"Fellow Daoist, I am a disciple of a sage; what happened just now was merely an accidental mishap!"
"Hmph, lack of skill is lack of skill, what's with this talk of accidents? Your affinity for immortality is shallow, you'd better not show off anymore!"
Jiang Ziya's lifelong wish was to attain immortality, but now that Taibai bluntly told him he had no chance of becoming an immortal, he was filled with anger and in a moment he wanted to attack Taibai.
However, Di Xin's angry shout was like a bucket of cold water being poured over his head, instantly sobering Jiang Ziya up and making him dare not act rashly again.
"Enough! Uncle Wang, is this the great talent you recommended to me? Is this the monster you spoke of?"
"I think you're getting old and your eyesight is failing! You've actually brought a murderer who harmed a common woman into the palace!"
After being reprimanded by Emperor Xin, Bi Gan hurriedly knelt down and kowtowed repeatedly, saying, "This old minister knows his crime and begs Your Majesty for punishment!"
"Hmph, guards, drag this heretic out and execute him!"
Upon receiving the order, the guards outside the hall entered and headed straight for Jiang Ziya.
"Your Majesty, this woman is indeed a demon! Your Majesty is wise! I am a disciple of a sage, and I could never be mistaken!"
No matter how Jiang Ziya tried to explain, Emperor Xin ignored him.
Seeing that his hopes of becoming an official in the court were completely dashed, Jiang Ziya stopped pleading.
With a sudden flick of his sleeve, he sent two approaching soldiers flying.
Without hesitation, he turned around and rushed out of the Nine-Room Hall.
At the same time, the hand seals were activated, and the invisibility technique was instantly unleashed.
This place is, after all, a forbidden palace, heavily guarded. If we don't use magic, it will be really difficult to escape.