Xianye

Chapter 452 Secret
A few days later, Bolu, Pleiades Mountain.

It was only the morning hour at this time, and there were still scattered stars hanging sparsely above the sky, and a pale moon was still vaguely visible, but thousands of lights had already risen up under the clouds, the colorful light was dazzling and extremely gorgeous, like a sea of ​​​​glass light, truly resplendent and magnificent.

At the several main roads leading into the mountains, there is a vermilion gate about ten feet high. Strings of golden ears are hung on the brackets, which flutter in the wind and make a pleasant sound.

Several deacons who were in charge of welcoming and seeing off people had smiles on their faces and were leading a group of boys to register names. It was very lively with people coming and going.

And at this moment, the huge palace at the main peak of Maocang no longer had any desolate atmosphere.

Where the bright candles flickered, one could see shadowy figures of people, wearing beautiful crowns and gorgeous clothes everywhere!
"Looks like you have some evil intentions again... But the ancestor is from the Yuanzai family, and has fought his way through all the oppression and scheming! Regardless of your wealth or abilities, how can you be worthy of going against the ancestor?"

In the main hall, the leader of the Maocang sect, who looked like a middle-aged scholar, was chatting and laughing happily with several leaders of the Bolu Qiang Sect. From time to time, he would greet the guests entering the hall and bow to them, looking like a person in charge.

But at this moment, he suddenly felt an resentful gaze falling from afar, staring at him with a hint of murderous intent.

The leader of the Maocang sect slightly turned his body and looked outside, and saw a ceremonial guard team reaching the top of the mountain.

And the owner of this sight is none other than the nominal ruler of Xiping Land, the Lord of Xiping Land.

He chuckled secretly and made a few sarcastic remarks in his heart.

After casually handing the golden cup to the boy waiting on the side, he did not dodge or come down the steps to greet him. He just nodded his head as a greeting.

There has always been discord between the Lord of Earth and the Pleiades Sect, and this has been going on for a long time. The people present are all well-known figures in Xiping Land, so they are naturally aware of this.

However, this time, the leader of the Maocang Sect was so arrogant that he did not give any face at all, and he obviously exposed the discord between the two families.

In the eyes of those who are suspicious, it seems to be forcing people to take sides.

As a result, the hall, which was originally bustling with activity, fell into silence, and the atmosphere was unnatural.

At this time, the two Yuanshen Zhenren, who were showing embarrassment on their faces, shifted their gazes and looked at each other at the same time.

Although they were usually intimidated by the power of True Lord Yan Yuan and did many things to please the Maocang Sect, but the two families had a close relationship with the Qingshu Cave where the Earth Lord came from since their ancestors, and they had received favors from the Qingshu Cave, so they could not just stand by and watch.

However, before the two of them could step forward to smooth things over, the ground suddenly shook, and the entire peak was shaken as well.

An extremely sharp sword intent came through the air, as if it could split this huge palace in half with one sword. It was so fierce and aggressive!

"The Earth Lord is the leader of all the people of Xiping, King Weiwei, you are so disrespectful, are you planning to rebel?"

A man came out from behind the Lord of Earth and scolded him coldly.

The leader of the Maocang sect saw that the man was about thirty years old, wearing a red crown and black clothes, with an undisguised arrogance on his face, as if none of the cultivators in front of him were worthy of his attention.

He had already stepped forward with his sword in hand, a bad look in his eyes, ready to strike if the leader of the Maocang sect said anything wrong.

Such an arrogant act made many people's eyelids twitch and their expressions became more and more embarrassed.

"Fatong Sect's Xin Chun, this fellow is still so arrogant and makes a fuss regardless of the occasion! Does he really think that he can run rampant in Bolu just because he has reached the sixth level of swordsmanship?"

The leader of the Maocang sect was disdainful in his heart, and was too lazy to pay attention to the accusation. He just moved his sleeves without wind, and the aura on his body gradually rose.

As the two men confronted each other, most of the guests in the hall tacitly stood behind the leader of the Subaru sect to make their stance clear.

The rest were either watching the fun or had confused expressions, and they didn't know where to put their hands.

But seeing that the atmosphere was really not right, I was afraid that things would get really bad and ugly.

An elder from the Bolu clan finally couldn't bear it anymore and cleared his throat twice.

Just as he was about to persuade them to make peace, a tremendous pressure suddenly came upon him, with great force!

The faces of all the cultivators present changed at the same time. They felt as if they were trapped in a deep swamp, unable to move. Their shoulders felt as heavy as if they were carrying a mountain.

Even people in the primordial spirit state have difficulty breathing and feel uncomfortable.

"Yan Yuan!"

Xin Chun gritted his teeth secretly.

Under Yan Yuan's deliberate actions, he was under the greatest pressure, and a chill suddenly came over him.

Just when Xin Chun could no longer bear it and wanted to use his sword to escape and temporarily avoid the threat, a hearty laugh rang out, and the pressure disappeared without a trace.

Looking up, I saw a brilliant golden cloud falling. Yan Yuan had a smile on his face and was holding a white jade sceptre in his hand. Behind him were two boys holding incense. Smoke from the furnace was curling up, and the ground was filled with mist.

"We have finally invited Master Taihe and several heroes to be our guests. This is a rare blessing. It is just a small matter. Why do you have to make a fuss over it?"

Yan Yuan raised his eyes and glanced at the leader of the Maocang Sect, saying:
"The Lord of Earth has taken the trouble to come here. As the host, why don't you welcome the guests?"

Although Yan Yuan was scolding his own family, from beginning to end, he never glanced in the direction where Xiping Dijun, Xin Chun and others were, as if that place was just some tiny dust and not worth a mention.

A smile appeared on the face of the leader of the Maocang sect, and he answered honestly. After bowing, he took the initiative to extend his hand to greet him.

Although Xiping Dijun was very indignant, he did not dare to refuse since Yan Yuan gave him a way out. He pretended to say a few words to the leader of the Maocang Sect and then entered the hall.

Seeing that their own Earth Lord was behaving in this way, the rest of the people like Xin Chun were angry but had no choice but to follow suit and move forward.

"Do you really think that you can compete with me for the power to rule the world in Bolu just by relying on the big tree of the Moli Sect? When your father was alive, he had to bow down to me, let alone you! Back then, I chose a person from Qingshu Cave to be the local king just to make it easier for me to plan behind the scenes.

If I had known this, I should not have returned to Yuan Zai's house to pay respects to the head of the mountain after I had accomplished my mission. Instead, I should have deposed your father first. Otherwise, the title of Lord of the Earth would not have been passed down to a fool like you!"

Among the group of people brought by Xiping Dijun, there were not only Xin Chun and other Yuanshen Zhenren, but also a young girl wearing a white satin pleated palace skirt and a silk scarf around her shoulders. Her face was delicate and charming, just like a pear tree blossom.

Yan Yuan recalled that according to rumors, the Taoist Taihe of Yuchen did not seem to have a concubine, let alone a romantic partner.

He sneered slightly, and understood the thoughts of his Lord of the Earth.

Today, Xiping Dijun has two daughters.

The eldest daughter married Xin Chun, the leader of the Fatong Sect, who was a well-known sixth-level sword cultivator in the entire land.

Because of this move, Xiping Dijun gradually won over Xin Chun and made him his assistant.

As for the little girl, she is the girl in the palace skirt in the palace.

Although Yan Yuan didn't care about the younger generation, when chatting with his fellow disciples, he also knew that Dijun's daughter was an elegant and beautiful lady with both talent and beauty, and had always been regarded as a treasure by Dijun.

In the past, countless noble families presented gifts and proposed to her, but she was rejected one by one.

This time, the Lord of the Land brought his little daughter out.

His intention...

Facing the inquiring gaze of the leader of the Maocang Sect, Yan Yuan just shook his head slightly at this junior, indicating that there was no need to interfere.

After exchanging brief courtesies with several sect leaders who came forward to greet him enthusiastically, he strode over the threshold and walked towards his seat surrounded by other cultivators.

As Yan Yuan raised the wine cup, there was an endless stream of voices calling out to his friends, and the atmosphere became lively again with lively conversations resuming.

Upon learning that Datian's true disciple would be coming today, all the major forces that received Yan Yuan's invitation hurriedly invited their ancestors to come and accompany him so that they could get to know him better.

Not only Bo Lu, but also several sects in Dong Lu that had not received Yan Yuan's invitation got wind of it from somewhere and came uninvited.

It is truly a rare occasion to see so many Taoist masters gathered in one place.

Looking back, I'm afraid that only the momentum when he was enthroned as the King of Earth can be compared!

"You said... can this really be accomplished?"

Unlike the lively atmosphere at Yan Yuan's place, only a few people came forward to greet Xiping Dijun. Xiping Dijun's eyes flashed with shame and anger, and he quickly sent a message to Xin Chun who was standing beside him.

"Things in this world often don't happen without benefits. After all, the Moli Cult is afraid of the Yan family and is unwilling to put in too much effort. If we only expect them to help us expel Yan Yuan, it will be wishful thinking... If the Lord of Earth wants to truly become the True King Xiping, he can only make moves outside the game!" Xin Chun transmitted the message in a deep voice.

"But...but..."

Xiping Dijun wanted to say something several times but hesitated. Finally, he sighed and shook his head without saying anything.

Although he usually behaved timidly in front of outsiders, he was arrogant deep down and was never willing to be inferior to others.

Especially after witnessing his father's flattery of Yan Yuan at a young age, he secretly made up his mind to expel Yan Yuan from Bolu and take power himself!
Otherwise, he would not have turned against Yan Yuan after being lucky enough to get close to the Moli Sect, and would not have reversed his previous submissive mentality.

But Yan Yuan had dominated Bolu behind the scenes for thousands of years after all, and his power was very great.

He wanted to completely oppose Yan Yuan in front of the hall.

To be honest, he didn't actually have the courage to do so.

Moreover, Chen Heng was even more confused about whether he would be interested in his daughter and the benefits offered...

Just as Xiping Dijun was lost in thought, several hours had passed before he knew it. Suddenly, he heard the sound of drums, melodious and clear.

When everyone in the hall, from Yan Yuan down, heard the sound, their faces changed, and they all left the hall at the same time, straightening their clothes.

At a glance, there was a brilliant light in the corner of the sky. Surrounded by countless halberds, spears, iron armor and helmets, one could vaguely see a golden chariot rolling over the clouds and flying towards them in a majestic manner.

"Yuan Zai is a disciple of the Yan family. Bo Lu Mao Cangshan is in charge of Yan Yuan. I would like to meet Master Taihe!"

In full view of the crowd, facing the astonished looks of many cultivators, especially the Lord Xiping, Yan Yuan took the lead in paying respects as the True Lord Fanxu and laughed out loud.

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The candlelight is bright and the incense is fragrant.

After getting off the golden carriage and greeting the host Yan Yuan and others, Chen Heng and others were cordially led into the hall. After declining the main seat, they sat down one by one.

Yan Yuan attached great importance to today's banquet. Not only were the guests invited the masters of various major sects, but even the beautiful dancers and musicians were different from ordinary people, and they were not like the enjoyments on the earth.

After several rounds of drinks, and after sending away wave after wave of people.

Chen Heng, Xu Zhi and Yuan Yangsheng looked at each other and they all understood each other tacitly.

Although this banquet seemed to be harmonious, the conflict between Yan Yuan and Xiping Dijun was obvious to any discerning person.

In fact, the two had a harmonious relationship before, but ever since Xu Yantian's Mo Li Sect intervened for unknown reasons, the relationship between the two has become increasingly cold.

If Yan Yuan had not been concerned about whether the Mo Li Sect would lend a helping hand, he would have started the war long ago and asked the God of Earth to change his candidate.

"It's interesting to say that Master Yan Yuan has now raised a tiger to harm him. If he hadn't helped us back then, how could this person be sitting in the position of Lord of the Earth?"

Chen Heng suddenly heard Yuan Yangsheng's voice transmission, with some teasing meaning:
"But in this secret fight between the two, both seem to regard you, Brother Chen, as their hidden weapon. What do you think, Brother Chen? I think the daughter of the Earth Lord is quite pretty!"

Chen Heng shook his head, and when he raised his eyes, he met the gaze of the girl in the palace skirt.

The latter's cheeks immediately flushed, her eyes were full of shyness, she didn't dare to look at him anymore, and just held the sachet tightly in her slender hands.

This scene made Xiping Dijun very happy.

He exchanged glances with Xin Chun, and then this swordsman who was famous in Bolu held up the wine glass and walked solemnly in front of Chen Heng.

"The real person is well."

Xin Chun forced a smile on his face.

Although Xin Chun was proud of his sword skills and had a rebellious temperament, he was secretly cautious in front of Chen Heng and did not dare to act presumptuously.

After all, he had achieved the sixth realm of swordsmanship in his primordial spirit cultivation, which was already astonishing, and was praised as a swordsman who might be able to create his own path in the future.

But the person in front of him had achieved such an accomplishment at the Jindan level alone, and he could also use swordsmanship to reach a higher level.

Even if we put aside status and power.

Xin Chun was both respectful and fearful of Chen Heng and did not dare to act rashly.

After a few polite words, Xin Chun suddenly sent out a sword intent, then bowed respectfully and retreated to the side of Lord Bo Ludi.

After digesting the message in the sword intent, Chen Heng looked normal, with no trace of emotion on his face.

It was not until another half hour had passed that he nodded to Xu Zhi, Yuan Yangsheng and others. After saying goodbye to the other cultivators, he was led by a waiter to a very quiet waterside pavilion.

Arriving here, Chen Heng glanced around and understood.

He did not need the maid to serve him. He just sat down on the couch and began to regulate his breathing with his eyes closed.

And just as he expected, not long after, there was a knock on the door. After Chen Heng invited him in, Yan Yuan appeared in the courtyard.

"Master Yan, there is no need to be so polite. I have no intention of interfering in the dispute between Bo and Lu. Moreover, I have received such a powerful medicine as the Heavenly Herb. I have important matters to attend to, and will be leaving for the outer universe soon..."

Seeing Yan Yuan coming in, he wanted to bow, but Chen Heng was unwilling to accept it, so he simply stood up and said:
"Regarding Bolu's matter, please do not care about Chen's opinion."

Hearing Chen Heng's frank words, Yan Yuan was stunned for a moment, and then he seemed to have unloaded a heavy burden. He couldn't help but let out a long breath and felt relaxed all over.

He moved his lips, thanked him repeatedly, and suddenly another token flew out from his waist, and a loud laugh came out from the token:
"Good, good! Such a small dispute is really not something that Master Taihe should take seriously!"

Seeing this, Yan Yuan smiled slightly and walked out.

"May I know who you are?" Chen Heng asked without being surprised.

"Yan Shi, Yan Qianzhi."

The man smiled and said, "At first I was worried that the Master's ambitions were too great, and I, with my meager fortune, might not be able to cope with it. I did not expect the Master to be so righteous. This is really a pleasant surprise."

Upon hearing this, Chen Heng knew that this Yan Qianzhi must be a direct descendant of the Yan family.

Judging from his behavior just now, it is possible that Master Yan Yuanyan is now seeking shelter under the lineage of Yan Qianzhi.

While Chen Heng was thinking, Yan Qianzhi seemed to hesitate for a moment, then said:

"Since Master Chen is so open and has saved me and Master Yuan a lot of effort, I will simply return the favor and tell you some information about your Yuchen True Teaching as a reward...

But just listen to this matter and don't take it too seriously. Just treat it as a joke after drinking!"

"The true teachings of our sect?" Chen Heng frowned slightly.

"I'm sure Master Chen must have heard about Master Ji Fakai's fall into the hands of Chong Yutian, but there are many different opinions about the cause and effect, and no definite answer has been given. What a coincidence..."

Yan Qianzhi paused and spoke slowly:
"In the past, there was more than one Ji Fakai from Yuchen who was trapped in the Suyu Heaven. My third brother was also one of them."

"Your brother has also escaped from the Chongyutian?"

Chen Heng was surprised.

"Not really. Only Master Ji escaped. The others, such as Yan Han from Zhenwu Mountain, Xu Longzhu from Yiluo Palace, Master Lingci from Daxumi Temple, You Zhong from Fashengtian, Tao Qingya from Qingmu Divine Kingdom... these powerful figures are all trapped in the Chongyu Heaven. They don't know whether they are dead or alive at the moment."

Yan Qianzhi was very emotional:
"My third brother's body was already broken, his spirit was turbid, and only one of his souls managed to escape."

(End of this chapter)