txolops Chapter 195 Western Cult Monks Appear
Chapter 195 Western Cult Monks Appear
"Junior brother, I wonder how Master Yuanshi is doing lately? Did you come down the mountain this time to seek a future in the Yin Shang dynasty?"
Upon hearing the words "Teacher Yuanshi," Shen Gongbao felt a sudden chill run down his spine for no apparent reason.
His descent from the mountain this time was indeed as originally planned, driven by jealousy of Jiang Ziya's appointment to manage the Investiture of the Gods. He wanted to go down the mountain to make a name for himself and prove that he was stronger than that rotten wood.
After extensive investigation, he concluded that the Shang dynasty was powerful and the Western Zhou was just beginning to rise. If he could assist Emperor Xin in defeating the Western Zhou, which was supported by Jiang Ziya, it would be the most powerful proof.
My purpose in visiting this senior brother today is merely to get closer to him and become acquainted with him; I have absolutely no intention of seeking his recommendation.
In fact, he had already quietly taken the position of the second national advisor of the Yin Shang Dynasty through Su Daji's connections.
"Senior brother is joking. I have come here only to pay my respects and listen to your teachings. I have no other intentions."
"Thanks to my senior brother's great fortune, I have by chance and have already assumed the position of Second National Preceptor in the court. How could I dare to trouble my senior brother any further?"
"Oh? You're already the second national advisor of the Yin Shang Dynasty? Truly remarkable, worthy of being a disciple of my Chan Sect."
Taibai raised an eyebrow slightly, a hint of surprise flashing across his face.
Shen Gongbao's movements were faster than expected.
Suddenly, he seemed to have thought of something.
Shen Gongbao may not be the most powerful cultivator, but he has a wide circle of friends and is extremely well-informed, making him a veritable know-it-all in the prehistoric world.
"Junior Brother, you have a wide circle of friends and excellent connections. Have you heard anything about any recent activities of Western Sect disciples within the territory of Yin Shang?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Gongbao's eyes flickered slightly. After a moment of contemplation, a confident expression appeared on his face:
"A few days ago, I did happen to run into a person whose behavior was rather strange. His aura was quite different from that of an Eastern cultivator, and he seemed to have some Western characteristics. However, that person ended up entering the residence of Uncle Biqian."
"That Western Sect monk actually entered Bigan's residence? Do you recognize him?"
Shen Gongbao keenly sensed the fleeting murderous intent emanating from Taibai, and his attitude became even more respectful:
"If you are interested in this person, senior brother, you need to investigate his background. I may be able to find a way to get to know him and share your burden."
Taibai glanced at him, neither confirming nor denying, but simply stepped forward, gently patted his shoulder, and said calmly:
"That's very thoughtful."
After speaking, his figure vanished into thin air, leaving Shen Gongbao standing alone, his expression shifting.
Wang Shubi Gan's residence, study.
Bi Gan sat behind the table, looking at the uninvited guest with a complicated expression.
This man had no hair on his head, his face was slightly yellow, and his eyes occasionally flashed with a sharp light. He was the Western Sect disciple that Shen Gongbao had seen.
Bi Gan had indeed long suspected that Su Daji in the palace was a demon in disguise, and he secretly posted notices to recruit talented people to eliminate her.
This Western monk had come following the list and had even displayed several supernatural abilities in front of him.
But after hope comes deeper concerns and fears.
The lesson of Jiang Ziya is still fresh in our minds.
Bi Gan also lost face because of that incident, and almost got accused of protecting evil Taoist priests.
These cultivators nowadays seem to possess even more mysterious supernatural abilities than Jiang Ziya, but what if they are just all show and no substance, all bark and no bite?
If we fail, we'll alert Su Daji, and not only will we fail to get rid of her, but we'll also invite even more frenzied revenge from that vixen and the king.
"What are you still hesitating for, Uncle? Opportunities are fleeting. If you are willing to introduce me to the palace, or find a way to make that vixen reveal herself, I will have a way to subdue her and make her show her true colors, so that she will never be redeemed!"
Bi Gan let out a long sigh.
Fingers tapped unconsciously on the table:
"I have witnessed your extraordinary abilities, Immortal Master."
But... alas, there was also an immortal named Jiang Ziya before, whose methods seemed astonishing, yet ultimately they were all useless.
"Uncle Wang!"
The Western monk's breathing quickened slightly, as if he couldn't contain himself any longer, and he suddenly stood up.
But he immediately realized his mistake, forcibly suppressed the anger churning in his heart, slowly sat back down, and put on a compassionate and peaceful smile again.
He infiltrated the Shang Dynasty on the orders of the religious leader, his primary task being to spread the wondrous teachings of the West and establish roots among the human race. And Bi Gan was a key figure in this endeavor.
"I understand Uncle Wang's concerns. However, in the fight against evil and the defense of the righteous path, how can we give up eating because of a minor setback?"
I, this humble Taoist priest, am willing to stake my life on this, and I will certainly not disappoint Uncle Wang. Moreover, I have come down the mountain on my master's orders.
There are other matters to attend to, so I'm afraid I won't be able to stay in Chaoge City for much longer. I urge Uncle Wang to make a decision soon.
Upon hearing this, Bi Gan remained silent for a long time.
This person was a cultivator with some skills whom he had finally managed to find. If he really left, then who would be left to handle the task of exorcising demons and monsters?
Finally, he raised his head, a resolute glint in his eyes, leaned forward slightly, and lowered his voice:
"Immortal Master, it's not that I don't trust you. But if you want me to be completely at ease and fully support you... unless you can grant me one request."
"Uncle Wang, please speak."
"Please, Immortal Master, bestow upon me a talisman or token, and also point me to a place where a demon is indeed lurking. I wish to personally go there with the item you bestow, Immortal Master, and personally slay that demon!"
"Only by seeing it with my own eyes and doing it with my own hands can I be sure that what the immortal master used was not a trick."
In Bigan's view, although the Western sect monk had shown supernatural powers and allowed him to witness the demons being subdued, who could guarantee that it wasn't a carefully orchestrated magic trick?
As a mortal, he knew very little about the path of cultivation and was completely unable to distinguish between truth and falsehood.
Only by personally wielding the blade, experiencing it firsthand, and judging it with his own five senses and six consciousnesses, could he truly believe that this cultivator possessed genuine skill.
Even if the other party could still cast illusions on him, a mere mortal, this was the only method he could think of.
Although the Western sect monks could still cast illusions on Bigan from a distance, Bigan was ultimately a mortal and completely unaware of this.
On the other hand, the cultivator felt somewhat helpless, not because his uncle was overly cautious, but because this man was completely ignorant of the path of cultivation.
But then he thought about it again and realized that this was actually a good opportunity.
During his previous investigation, he learned that a nest of fox spirits was hiding in Xuanyuan Tomb, and that their masters had all left for some unknown reason.
This is a perfect opportunity to give Bi Gan a talisman, so that he can use it to completely wipe out those fox cubs and their offspring.
When the master of Xuanyuan Tomb returns and sees this tragic scene, he will surely be able to find out what Bigan did, given his cultivation level.
When that time comes, the three demons will surely come seeking revenge, and if they join forces, even Wen Zhong will probably find it difficult to withstand them.
With nowhere else to turn, Bi Gan could only rely on himself more and more.
By constantly being by the side of Uncle Wang, he would naturally have the opportunity to make more connections with powerful and influential figures of the Yin Shang dynasty.
If they could be converted to Western religions and then spread from top to bottom, the entire Shang Dynasty might be converted to believers.
Such a great achievement might earn him the favor of a sage, who might then accept him as a personal disciple.
Even if the Holy Sage Taiqing were to come and punish him in the future, the two Western Sages would surely protect him out of consideration for this merit.
Thinking of this, he perked up and immediately slammed his hand on the table, standing up:
"Very well! As expected of Uncle Bi Gan, I grant your request!"
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