Fang Qing waited in the city for three days.
Countless messages flew out from the city and reached the ears of numerous sects and factions, while countless more messages flew into the city and became known to Fang Qing.
Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling were also awaiting intelligence. They already knew that Brother Fang was in no hurry to head for Chang'an or Luoyang, as though he were waiting for some news.
Fortunately, on this day, Kou Zhong truly received some intelligence. He came to see Fang Qing together with Xu Ziling and Ba Fenghan.
Ba Fenghan had been following Kou Zhong as well. This young man from beyond the borders had originally intended to challenge Fang Qing, only to be dealt with in a single move. Yet now, he was still together with Kou Zhong and Xu Ziling.
Though he had not yet shown any intention of pledging allegiance to Kou Zhong, Ba Fenghan was willing to help Kou Zhong rise to power to a certain extent. He also wished to gain some insight into the true essence of martial arts at Fang Qing's side, so that he could advance further.
"Brother Fang, news has come."
Kou Zhong spoke to Fang Qing.
Fang Qing nodded, signaling for Kou Zhong to tell him what he had learned.
"Brother Fang, Luoyang has been extraordinarily lively these past few days. Rumor has it that Ning Daoqi, the foremost figure of the Mystic Sect, brought the Jade Seal of the Realm to Luoyang and handed it to some Shi Feixuan. That Shi Feixuan intends to choose a savior of the world on behalf of all under heaven."
As Kou Zhong spoke, his expression appeared calm, but he was clearly deeply displeased.
"Luoyang has never been as lively as it is now. It has