In the face of Jiang Luo's confusion, Jiang Changsheng did not hide anything and told him about Heng Feng. Jiang Luo was silent. He did not expect that his uncle-master would care about him so much.
Jiang Changsheng continued to help Bai Qi temper her body. Jiang Jian was very enthusiastic and kept asking Jiang Luo about his experiences over the years. In the face of this enthusiastic younger brother, Jiang Luo was too embarrassed to put on airs and could only answer them one by one.
As the relationship between the two brothers improved, the atmosphere in the courtyard became better.
When he learned that Jiang Jian was also a True God, Jiang Luo was shocked. Only then did he realize that his younger brother was not simple.
He originally thought that since he had trained in Xiansheng Grotto-heaven and followed the Evil Lord around the world, his strength should far exceeded his brothers'. He did not expect his younger brother to catch up.
When he went to pick up the three-pointed double-edged sword, he realized that he had underestimated Jiang Jian.
How powerful was Jiang Jian if he could use such a heavy thing as a weapon?
Jiang Luo wanted to compete with Jiang Jian. However, Jiang Jian was currently tempering his body, and he did not want to disturb him.
Jiang Changsheng walked to the Earth Spirit Tree and sat down. He waved at Jiang Luo and motioned for him to come over. Jiang Luo immediately went over.
The grandfather and grandson began to chat. Jiang Changsheng recalled his encounter with Xiansheng Grotto-heaven and Jiang Luo listened attentively. When he heard that the Four Seas Sage had been frightened away by Jiang Changsheng, his expression was strange.
This was different from what his master said.
Jiang Luo trusted Jiang Changsheng more because he was stronger. Moreover, the Four Seas Sage was usually unreasonable.
Jiang Changsheng asked, "What are your plans?"
Jiang Luo was silent for a moment before he said, "I am prepared to follow master to take revenge on Xiansheng Grotto-heaven and absorb the dragon veins of the other dynasties."
Jiang Changsheng said, "It's best not to absorb dragon veins. The dragon veins were created by ancient martial artists. Once the dragon veins are absorbed, this continent will usher in a calamity and might even sink to the bottom of the ocean. As for Xiansheng Grotto-heaven, you don't have to look for it. It is no around."
Jiang Luo frowned and asked, "Where did Xiansheng Grotto-heaven go?"
Compared to the dragon veins, he cared more about Xiansheng Grotto-heaven.
Jiang Changsheng transmitted his voice to Jiang Luo and told him the truth. Jiang Luo was shocked and his expression changed drastically.
"Don't tell anyone, just treat it as our secret."
Bai Qi and Jiang Jian were curious, but they did not dare to ask further.
Jiang Luo took a deep breath and looked at Jiang Changsheng with admiration for the first time.
Jiang Changsheng said, "Do you want to stay behind and help your brother? Right now, the situation of Great Jing is not looking good and we need experts to support the battlefield."
Jiang Luo hesitated and did not answer immediately.
Jiang Changsheng did not force him and allowed him to choose.
As evening approached, Jiang Luo bid farewell. He found the Evil Lord at Longqi Temple and the master and disciple went down the mountain together.
The Evil Lord did not ask what he had talked about with the Dao Ancestor. The two of them went down the mountain in silence, each with their own thoughts.
…
At the edge of the forest, a pavilion stood facing the ocean.
In the pavilion, a man in green robes was playing the zither. He had a young face and a refined temperament. As he played the zither, he looked at the ocean with a deep gaze, as if he was thinking about something.
At that moment, a martial artist leaped out of the forest and into the pavilion. He half-knelt behind him and cupped his fists. "Sect Master, we have investigated. Xiansheng Grotto-heaven has indeed disappeared. It's very likely that they have really left. As for why they left, I guess it has something to do with the Dao Ancestor of Great Jing."
"Since ancient times, it was Xiansheng Grotto-heaven that suppressed the Chao Sects and the Chao Sects that suppressed the dynasties. The Dao Ancestor of Great Jing helped his disciple, Jing Taizong, overthrow the rule of the Chao Sects and supported the rise of Great Jing. Xiansheng Grotto-heaven wanted to control Great Jing, but it was said that they sent a Universe realm expert to destroy Great Jing but failed. This is very likely the reason why Xiansheng Grotto-heaven left the Dragon Vein Continent. They were afraid that the Dao Ancestor would take revenge."
The green-robed man's expression did not change as he asked, "Have you investigated the identity of the Dao Ancestor? It's impossible for someone to rise under the nose of Xiansheng Grotto-heaven."
"It is said that he is an orphan taken in by the Daoist Master of Longqi Temple in Great Jing, but we are not sure if it is true. A hundred years have passed and the people have changed. No one can be 100% sure that the Dao Ancestor is an orphan of Longqi Temple."
"Hmph, how could someone reach the Universe realm in a short span of a hundred years and even force Xiansheng Grotto-heaven to retreat? I believe that Dao Ancestor has already come into contact with the legendary realm of the Grotto-heaven."
The martial artist was silent. He also felt the same. He had investigated the Dao Ancestor's achievements and it was indeed shocking. It seemed like no one could force him to give it his all.
The green-robed man continued to ask, "How strong is Longqi Temple? Did the Dao Ancestor support Great Jing to deal with the Donghai Dynasty?"
The martial artist answered, "There are not many disciples in Longqi Temple, and their strength is only so-so. Currently, other than the Dao Ancestor, there are only two True Gods. One of them has rushed to the battlefield, and the other is a former prince who is following the Dao Ancestor to train in martial arts."
The green-robed man stopped and frowned.
The martial artist said again, "Sect Master, the Dao Ancestor's behavior is really strange. He has a noble status in Great Jing, but he did not ask the Emperor to help him collect martial arts resources, nor did he get tainted by the luck of Great Jing. Even for Longqi Temple, he doesn't care much. Otherwise, Longqi Temple would have risen long ago. He seems to be really just a martial arts fanatic. In the past, he only helped his disciple. Great Jing had been at war for dozens of years, but the Dao Ancestor only took action a few times. When the Chao Sects joined hands, he would take action. When the enemy forces invaded the capital, he would also take action. However, if it was only a normal war, he would not care. This seems to be a rule he set for himself."
He had never met such an expert before. He did not ask for anything, nor did he pamper the people he protected.
Right now, Great Jing was being blocked by the Donghai Dynasty and was suffering defeats one after another. However, the Dao Ancestor had yet to take action. The Donghai Dynasty knew their limits and did not invite the Chao Sects to take action. The other sects were also watching.
The green-robed man calmly said, "Whether he is really without desire or is just pretending, Xiansheng Grotto-heaven has announced that they have given up on the Dragon Vein Continent. The Martial Emperor will definitely not stop the various forces from fighting for the Dragon Vein Continent. The Dragon Vein Continent will usher in unprecedented chaos. Let's continue watching. For the Donghai Dynasty, they will only provide martial arts resources and divine weapons. Once too many forces come, perhaps the Dao Ancestor will retreat."
The martial artist nodded and felt that it was feasible. The Dao Ancestor's strength was unfathomable and he could not be rashly offended.
…
In the 9th year of the Rende Era, the new spring arrived.
Jiang Changsheng sat on the branch of the Earth Spirit Tree and looked at the prosperous capital with a calm expression.
Jiang Luo left with the Evil Lord.
The Evil Lord promised not to absorb dragon veins again, but he wanted to confirm the disappearance of Xiansheng Grotto-heaven with his own eyes. Jiang Luo had a deep relationship with him, and he did not want to leave his master just like that. Therefore, the master and disciple went north.
Everyone had their own fate. Jiang Changsheng would not force his grandson to make a choice.
During this period of time, Bai Qi finally stepped into the True God realm. She was extremely smug and often went to Longqi Temple to show off. A demon wolf that could speak was astonishing and her reputation had already spread throughout the capital.
Jiang Jian relied on medicinal herbs to temper his body every day. His physique and skills had been increasing, and he was getting closer and closer to the Golden Body realm.
Right now, he was only 43 years old!
He might be the fastest to reach the Golden Body realm. At the very least, the Sword God believed so.
Jiang Jian wanted to reach the Golden Body realm as soon as possible so that he could help Jiang Xiu sweep away the tide of Donghai.
Due to the northern expedition being unsuccessful, Jiang Xiu had no choice but to withdraw his troops and suspend the war. The Donghai Dynasty did not pursue the victory and instead stationed their troops outside the northern region of Great Jing. Their wolfish ambitions were obvious.
Evidently, the Donghai Dynasty also wanted to devour Great Jing. Otherwise, it was impossible for them to support their army as quickly as Great Jing. They had calculated Great Jing's plan and were now using the excuse of protecting the other dynasties to win over their hearts.
The dynasties to the north of Great Jing began to get close to the Donghai Dynasty.
On the other hand, Great Qi in the north was recuperating. It had been ten years since they started a war, and their intentions were indiscernible.
At noon, Zhang Ying of the Amazing Fate Merchant Guild came to visit, and Jiang Changsheng allowed him to enter the courtyard.
Zhang Ying quickly arrived under the Earth Spirit Tree and looked up at Jiang Changsheng on the tree. "Dao Ancestor, now that Xiansheng Grotto-heaven has abandoned the Dragon Vein Continent, various forces are restless. It is said that some forces have already migrated to the Dragon Vein Continent."
Puzzled, Bai Qi asked, "Xiansheng Grotto-heaven has been chased away, but someone still dares to come? Then why didn't they deal with Xiansheng Grotto-heaven previously?"
Zhang Ying turned his head and said, "Xiansheng Grotto-heaven's control over the Dragon Vein Continent has been approved by the Martial Emperor. If the Dao Ancestor unifies the Dragon Vein Continent and goes to Martial Emperor Island to obtain the Martial Emperor's approval, naturally, other forces would not dare to come. In addition, Xiansheng Grotto-heaven has a huge network and shares benefits. Ordinary forces would not dare to easily provoke Xiansheng Grotto-heaven. But now that Xiansheng Grotto-heaven has abandoned the Dragon Vein Continent, it is equivalent to giving up their foundation. Even those forces that are on good terms with them have started to covet the Dragon Vein Continent."
He sighed with emotion. The Xiansheng Grotto-heaven that had stood for thousands of years had fallen.
Evidently, it was all thanks to the Dao Ancestor. He looked at Jiang Changsheng with reverence.
"Who is the Martial Emperor? Is he very strong?" Jiang Jian continued to ask.
Zhang Ying answered, "The Martial Emperor is the orthodox symbol of martial arts in the ocean. The method of luck of all the continents and islands in the world was created by Martial Emperor Island. The Martial Emperor is also a very mysterious existence. No one knows his true appearance or how powerful he is."
When Jiang Changsheng heard that, he immediately asked in his heart.
"I want to know how powerful the Martial Emperor Zhang Ying mentioned is?"
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No!
Only 10,000? Wasn't that a little weak?
Jiang Changsheng frowned. Could it be that the Martial Emperor had been replaced?
"I'd like to know how powerful Martial Emperor Island is."
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50 million incense points!
So scary?
No wonder all the forces in the ocean were convinced. Presumably, that peerless expert worth two million incense points was on the island.
Jiang Changsheng felt nervous. The pressure was too strong. If he were to offend Martial Emperor Island, he could only run.
Bai Qi carefully asked, "Will Xiansheng Grotto-heaven find the Martial Emperor to support them?"
Zhang Ying waved his hand and said with a smile, "How is that possible? The Martial Emperor doesn't care about worldly affairs. The only reason the forces in the ocean would go to Martial Emperor Island is to obtain his approval and the method of luck. Since ancient times, the Martial Emperor rarely interfered in matters at the ocean. A situation like the Dragon Vein Continent is not uncommon at the ocean. The change of power in the continent is a matter of survival of the fittest. As long as the development of martial arts is not interrupted and the human race is destroyed, Martial Emperor Island will not interfere."
"However, up until now, no force has dared to sweep across the Dragon Vein Continent. It seems like they are afraid of the Dao Ancestor and do not dare to attack rashly."
He looked at Jiang Changsheng with admiration.
Even though the Amazing Fate Chamber of Commerce had a long history, the strongest person they had come into contact with was Jiang Changsheng. Now that he had been placed in an important position by the chamber of commerce, they had also given him a strict order to please the Dao Ancestor.
The Amazing Fate Chamber of Commerce had a premonition that Great Jing would unify the Dragon Vein Continent. If they could become the largest chamber of commerce in a continent, the Amazing Fate Chamber of Commerce would soar!