Chen Jianghe is sitting cross-legged on the couch. In the Dantian, the five-color rays of light are rotating like a ring, with gold, green, red, yellow and blue connected end to end, creating a harmonious and harmonious atmosphere.
The foundation of Half-Step True Essence has been completely stabilized.
He slowly opened his eyes, and the five colors of light in his eyes flashed away, returning to calm.
He lowered his head and looked at his hands. Under the skin, golden light flowed faintly, which was the change after Golden Marrow Body took a further step. Deep in the bone marrow, the golden liquid was like molten metal, and every heartbeat drove that power to flow to the limbs and bones.
Half-Step True Essence plus Minor Achievement of Golden Marrow, if he encounters True Essence First Layer like Tu Lie again, he dare not say that he will win, but he will never be beaten without the ability to fight back like last time.
But breaking through to the threshold of the True Essence Realm was more difficult than all his journey from Huajin to today.
Gu Changqing has stopped here all his life. Xingyi Sect Countless talented and brilliant people in history have failed at this hurdle. However, his five elements have advanced at the same time. His foundation is ten times deeper than others, and his breakthrough is ten times more difficult than others.
He took a deep breath and suppressed the sense of urgency in his heart. He couldn't rush.
Redfire poked her little head out from his shoulder, stared at him with her scarlet-gold eyes, let out a sleepy whimper in her throat, then retracted her head and continued to sleep.
This little thing has become more and more sleepy since his bloodline returned to his ancestors.
Chen Jianghe The corners of his lips raised slightly, and he was about to stand up, "Bang! Bang! Bang!"
A rapid knock on the door suddenly sounded, the force of which was so strong that the door frame trembled slightly.
"Jiang He! Open the door! Something big has happened!"
Liu Shuling's voice came from outside the door, with a rush of urgency.
Chen Jianghe raised his eyebrows slightly, stood up and opened the door. As soon as the door opened, Liu Shuling rushed in. She was still dressed in dark black clothes today, but her cheerful face now had a rare solemnity.
Chen Jianghe looked at her. "Senior sister, what's the matter?"
Liu Shuling walked up to him, took out a bronzing post from his sleeve, and patted it in his hand. "Qingtian Prefecture Someone is here."
Chen Jianghe took the post and unfolded it. The handwriting on the post was neat but a bit arrogant, and the words were polite, but there was a condescending tone between the lines that I couldn't hide.
His eyes fell on the signature: Cangyue Sect, the younger brother of the leader, Zhou Yan.
"Cangyue Sect?" He closed the post and raised his eyes to look at Liu Shuling.
Liu Shuling nodded and stood with arms folded. "Qingtian Prefecture is close to our Changxi Prefecture, the Green Rock Mountain area at the junction of the two governments
The branch veins are rich in mineral deposits, and there have been many conflicts over the territory over the years."
She paused and turned to look at Chen Jianghe, "Cangyue Sect is the only fourth-grade sect in Qingtian Prefecture. One government is dominant, and the entire Qingtian Prefecture's resources are tilted towards their family. What about our Changxi Prefecture? The five factions are divided, and each is in charge of its own affairs. It is a mess."
Chen Jianghe heard the meaning behind her words: "Cangyue Sect is better than Xingyi Sect?"
Liu Shuling was silent for a moment and said truthfully, "In terms of the sect's background, Cangyue Sect founded the sect a full two hundred years earlier than Xingyi Sect. In terms of the number of masters, they are the leader. They are True Essence Realm fifth level, and the leaders of the five sects are basically all True Essence Realm fourth level. The total number of the True Essence Realm among the elders is no less than that of the five sects. In terms of disciples----"
She paused, with a hint of unwillingness in her voice, "They have produced a genius in the past ten years, named Yue Yunzheng. The master's disciple is twenty-five years old, Half-Step True Essence. It is said that he is only one step away from the True Essence Realm, and his combat power is extremely terrifying. This time, he is the one who takes the lead in this exchange. And I heard that there are three such disciples who are no weaker than Yue Yunzheng."
Chen Jianghe's face remained unchanged and he just nodded.
Liu Shuling Seeing his reaction, she couldn't help but look at him again. "Jiang He, why didn't you react at all?"
Chen Jianghe said calmly, "Half-Step True Essence, it's not like I haven't fought before."
Liu Shuling was stunned for a moment, then grinned. "That's right. Lie Fangxu is also Half-Step True Essence. Didn't you break three sternums after you beat her? But her smile faded and her voice lowered a bit, "This Yue Yunzheng is different from Lie Fangxu. Lie Fangxu is a flower grown in a greenhouse. It looks beautiful but cannot withstand wind and rain. But Yue Yunzheng was cultivated by the Cangyue Sect with all its resources. It is said that it is sixteen years old.
He started going down the mountain to practice. Countless monsters and bandits around Qingtian Prefecture died at his hands. This man has seen blood on his hands."
Chen Jianghe nodded and said nothing. He put the post in his arms, turned around and walked toward the door. "I'm going to find Court Master."
Liu Shuling followed him, walked a few steps, and suddenly lowered his voice and said, "Jiang He, there is one more thing."
Chen Jianghe paused slightly and looked back at her.
Liu Shuling leaned closer and lowered his voice to the point where only the two of them could hear. "The leader means that this exchange may not be that simple."
She said word by word, "Cangyue Sect came here for exchanges in name, but actually wanted to establish their authority. They have been working on the idea of the three mines at the junction for these years, but because the five factions have now joined forces, it is difficult to understand Rob. The purpose of sending people here this time is to touch our base. If we show cowardice, the next step will be to nibble away. If we are stubborn, they will have to weigh it. So the leader wants this battle to be not only fought, but also won beautifully."
Chen Jianghe was silent for a moment and said slowly, "I understand."
Hundred Herb Peak, Han Shuitian residence.
When Chen Jianghe pushed the door in, Han Shuitian was slowly crossing the area marked "Yu Province" on the map with a skinny finger.
"Coming?" He didn't raise his head, his voice was old and calm, "Sit down."
Chen Jianghe sat down next to him, and Redfire on his shoulder finally woke up, poked his little head out of his clothes, and stared at the map curiously.
Han Shuitian raised his eyes, glanced at him, and nodded slightly. "The foundation is stable, and the breath is also calm.
Chen Jianghe cupped his fists and saluted. "Thanks Court Master."
Han Shuitian waved his hand and looked back at the map. He pointed at the area marked "Upper Three Prefectures" at the top of the map and slowly said, "Yu Province The layout of the seventy-two mansions is much more complicated than you think."
Chen Jianghe looked along his finger. On the map, Upper Three Prefectures was marked in vermilion, occupying the richest and most extensive area of the entire Yu Province except for the Shangzong.
The three mansions are distributed in the shape of "pin", guarding Middle Twelve Prefectures, while the lower mansions are scattered around like stars.
"Upper Three Prefectures, each has its own sect in charge." Han Shuitian's voice was not high, but the words were clear, "Heaven Sword Sect of Heaven Sword Prefecture, Myriad Forms Pavilion of Myriad Forms Prefecture, Mystic Heaven Sect of Mystic Heaven Prefecture. These three companies are second only to the Shenxing Sect in strength."
Chen Jianghe's eyes narrowed slightly.
Han Shuitian's finger continued to move down, landing on the area marked indigo on Middle Twelve Prefectures: "Middle Twelve Prefectures, each has a second-grade sect in charge, or is governed by two third-grade sects. The bottom of these sects The Yun is profound, ranging from five hundred years to thousands of years. There are thousands of disciples, dozens of the True Essence Realm strong people, and even old monsters above True Essence Realm sitting here. They are Yu Province's
The backbone."
His finger continued to move downward and landed on the gray area at the bottom of the map. There were dozens of prefecture names marked there, densely packed, including Changxi Prefecture and Qingtian Prefecture.
"The power of the lower government is scattered. Some are like Qingtian Prefecture, where one government is dominant; some are like our Changxi Prefecture, where five factions rule; and some are even worse, with several fifth-grade sects fighting over each other, and not even a decent fourth-grade sect can be found."
He raised his head and looked at Chen Jianghe, with a bit of self-mockery in his eyes, "Changxi Prefecture is divided into five sects, and all five sects are fourth-grade sects. In terms of overall strength, it is below average among lower-level mansions. Those weaker than us are those small border mansions that can't even gather together fourth-grade sects; those stronger than us are the dominant one like Qingtian Prefecture."
Chen Jianghe stared at the gray area on the map, and his eyes fell on the junction of Changxi Prefecture and Qingtian Prefecture.
There are several small mountain peaks marked there, with the word "mineral vein" written in small capital letters next to them.
Han Shuitian noticed his gaze, raised the corners of his lips slightly, and revealed a meaningful smile, "Did you see it?"
Chen Jianghe raised his eyes. "Cangyue Sect came here not for communication."
Han Shuitian nodded and pointed to the peaks marked with mineral veins. "The three mines at the junction, hematite, Black Iron Mine, and an associated cold iron mine, have considerable reserves. Cangyue Sect has been coveting the victory for a long time, but because the five factions have joined forces, it is difficult to grab it openly. This time they sent people here, called exchanges, but actually to find out. They want to see whether Changxi Prefecture has become stronger or weaker over the years, and whether the five factions are monolithic or scattered."
He paused and his eyes became deep, "If we show our cowardice, the next step will be to encroach. Start with the veins first and slowly squeeze out
Pressure, swallowing up the resources at the junction bit by bit. By the time we react, their claws have already reached in.
Chen Jianghe was silent for a moment and said slowly, "Court Master, Cangyue Sect, that genius, Yue Yunzheng, who is he?"
Han Shuitian leaned back in his chair, picked up the tea cup and took a sip. "Yue Yunzheng, Cangyue Sect's closed disciple of the leader Yue Canglan. He is twenty-five years old, Half-Step True Essence. This man is extremely talented. It is said that he possesses Dual Element Roots and has few rivals among the Cangyue Sect's peers."
He put down the tea cup, with a somewhat solemn look in his eyes, "When I was sixteen years old, I went down the mountain to gain experience. Countless monsters and bandits around Qingtian Prefecture died at his hands. Last year, I went deep into the barren mountains alone, beheaded a Half-Step True Essence Red-Scaled Python, and escaped unscathed."
Chen Jianghe listened quietly, his expression unchanged.
Han Shuitian looked at his reaction and asked, "What do you think?"
Chen Jianghe shook his head. "This disciple is just thinking about how he is better than Lie Fangxu."
Han Shuitian stroked his beard and smiled, "Lie Fangxu is a flower grown in a greenhouse. It is beautiful and cannot withstand the wind and rain. Yue Yunzheng climbed out of the sea of blood in the corpse mountain. He has seen blood on his hands and his life on his knife. It is also Half-Step True Essence. If Lie Fangxu fights him, he will be defeated within thirty moves."
He paused and his eyes fell on Chen Jianghe's face, "But you don't have to worry too much. You were able to defeat Lie Fangxu when Grandmastery of Gang Force was. Now Half-Step True Essence, the five elements are cyclical and harmonious, and Golden Marrow Body is a small success, so you may not be incapable of fighting."
Chen Jianghe nodded, looking back at the map, staring at the peaks marked with mineral veins, silent for a moment, and suddenly said, "Court Master, Cangyue Sect How many people are here this time?"
Han Shuitian took out a secret report from his sleeve and handed it over, "More than ten people. The leader is Zhou Yan, the younger brother of the leader. True Essence Realm is the second level. This person is a cultivator Although he is not top-notch, he is smooth and eloquent. He is the foreign affairs elder of the Cangyue Sect, who is responsible for handling relations with other sects. The one who followed him is Cangyue Sect Chief Disciple disciple Yue Yunzheng, and more than ten core disciples of Gang Force Peak."
Chen Jianghe received the secret report and unfolded it.
It records in detail the list and cultivation of the Cangyue Sect and his team, and even the character analysis of Zhou Yan and Yue Yunzheng.
"Zhou Yan is a man who is better with his words than with his hands." Han Shuitian said slowly, "He came to Changxi Prefecture not to fight, but to step on others. At the banquet, he will definitely make a fuss about the division of the five factions. You have to remember, no matter what he says, don't get angry."
Chen Jianghe raised his eyes. "What does Court Master mean?"
Han Shuitian stood up and walked to the window with his hands behind his back.
Outside the window, Hundred Herb Peak's medicinal fields glowed with emerald green in the morning light. Several handyman disciples were working in the fields, unaware that a storm was coming.
"The division of the five factions is indeed our weakness." He spoke slowly, with a hint of helplessness in his voice, "Cangyue Sect has one government that dominates and says the same thing. What about us Changxi Prefecture? The five factions are in charge of their own affairs, and they can usually be harmonious, but when there is a conflict of interest, no one will give in to the other. This kind of situation is just a piece of fat in the eyes of the Cangyue Sect."
He turned around and looked at Chen Jianghe, his eyes like lightning, "So at the critical moment, you not only have to win, but you also have to win for Cang Yue
The faction has nothing to say. Let them know that Changxi Prefecture Although the five factions are divided, once someone bullies them, the five factions are monolithic. Of course, you will also get the benefits."
Chen Jianghe stood up and solemnly clasped his fists. "Disciple understands."
Han Shuitian nodded, walked back to the futon and sat down again. "Go. Cangyue Sect's people are about to arrive. The boss said that you and Shu Ling should go to the mountain gate to welcome the guests."
Chen Jianghe clasped his fists and resigned, turned around and walked toward the door. When he reached the door, Han Shuitian's voice suddenly came from behind him. "Jianghe."
He paused in his steps and looked back.
Han Shuitian was holding the tea cup and her eyes fell on his face. Those turbid old eyes were full of meaning at the moment. "Then Yue Yunzheng, if he challenges you, you can accept it. But remember, don't expose the true power of the Five Elements Cycle. Golden Marrow Body, Heaven Pivot Breaking Formation Spear, Spirit Attachment Method, that's enough."
Chen Jianghe was startled for a moment, then understood something, nodded solemnly, and pushed the door open.
Xingyi Sect In front of the mountain gate, dozens of disciples stood in awe.
Cen Qianfan Wearing a Xuanqing sect leader's robe, he stood in the middle of the mountain gate with his hands behind his back.
Behind him, the fifth courtyard Court Master is arranged on both sides.
Golden Pivot Court main Shen Hao has a stern face, Cangming Court main Liu Tinglan has a calm look, Thick Earth Court main Shi Zhenyue stroked his beard and said nothing, Flame Chen Court Lie Fentian frowned slightly, Soaring Wood Court Han Shuitian still looked like an old monk in meditation.
Blazing Sun Sect leader Lie Qingyang, Taiji Sect leader Lin Zhengyang, Iron Fist Sect leader Tie Xiong, Wind Chaser Sect leader Jiang Liu also arrived at the Xingyi Sect with their disciples.
The heads of the five factions arrived together.
This is the highest welcome specification of Changxi Prefecture.
Chen Jianghe and Liu Shuling stood side by side at the front of the disciples of Soaring Wood Court. Today he changed into a brand new emerald green robe, tied with a black silk ribbon around his waist, Army Breaker Spear was slung behind him, and the golden tiger pattern on the gun body glowed faintly in the morning light.
Redfire curled up in his clothes, with only a small head exposed, and his scarlet-gold eyes looked around curiously.
Liu Shuling stood beside him, dressed in a dark black outfit, and looked very heroic. She lowered her voice and said, "Here we come."
At the end of the mountain road, more than ten figures were walking slowly in the morning light.
The man in front of him was in his early fifties, with a thin face and a pale blue robe. His aura was restrained, but there was a faint sense of oppression. He walked slowly and unhurriedly, and his eyes swept over the Xingyi Sect disciples arrayed in front of the mountain gate. The corners of his lips were raised slightly, with a bit of scrutiny.
Cangyue Sect's younger brother, Zhou Yan.
Half a step behind him, followed a young man in his mid-twenties. The man was tall and tall, with a face like a crown of jade. He was dressed in green clothes, with a long sword hanging from his waist, and his steps were steady.
Yue Yunzheng.
Behind him, more than a dozen core disciples of the Cangyue Sect lined up in two rows. Everyone held their heads high and their eyes stern. That arrogance could be felt from dozens of feet away.
Zhou Yan walked to the mountain gate, clasped his fists and saluted, with a smile on his face, "Sect Leader Cen, I have admired you for a long time! Cangyue Sect Zhou Yan, under the order of the master, brought his disciples here to exchange and learn. I hope Sect Leader Cen will not hesitate to teach me."
Cen Qianfan also clasped his fists in return, with a calm expression. "Elder Zhou has come from afar, Xingyi Sect is so radiant. Please."
The group stepped into the mountain gate, passed through Martial Arts Arena, and headed towards the Sect Master Hall.
Zhou Yan walked beside Cen Qianfan, glanced at the disciples of the five sects lined up on both sides of Martial Arts Arena, and suddenly smiled, "Sect Leader Cen, Changxi Prefecture divide the five sects, and it is indeed well-deserved. Today we saw five factions, Xingyi Sect, Blazing Sun Sect, Taiji Sect, Iron Fist Sect, and Wind Chaser Sect. It was such a big battle."
He paused, and his smile deepened, "It's just that if these five fingers are stretched out in their own way, they might not be as powerful as a fist, right?"
As soon as these words came out, Blazing Sun Sect several elders turned pale.
Tie Xiong's face darkened, and he was about to speak, but Lin Zhengyang raised his hand to hold him down.
Cen Qianfan's expression remained unchanged and he said calmly, "Elder Zhou was joking. Each of the five fingers has its own strengths. When you clench it tightly, it becomes an iron fist."
Zhou Yan laughed and said no more.
Chen Jianghe walked behind Han Shuitian, and his eyes fell on the figure in bright green clothing.
Yue Yunzheng From the moment he entered the mountain gate, he didn't look at anyone.
His eyes were always looking forward, as if none of these Changxi Prefecture geniuses from the five sects was worthy of a second glance.
Liu Shuling came close to Chen Jianghe's ear and lowered his voice. "Did you see that? That Yue Yunzheng has such a big frame."
Chen Jianghe said nothing, but his eyes stayed on that person for a moment longer.
At this moment, Yue Yunzheng suddenly tilted his head.
He didn't look back, but turned slightly sideways, as if he sensed something.
Then, the corners of his lips raised slightly, revealing a somewhat playful and contemptuous smile.
Chen Jianghe's expression remained unchanged and he withdrew his gaze.
A group of people stepped into the Sect Master Hall, and the guests and hosts took their seats.
After drinking for three rounds, Zhou Yan put down his glass, glanced at everyone present, and suddenly said, "Sect Leader Cen, Zhou came here this time, firstly for discussion and exchange, secondly."
He took out a folded deed from his sleeve, put it gently on the case, pressed the corners with his fingertips and pushed it to the center of the long case, "Cangyue Sect has long heard that the medium-sized Black Iron Mine at the southern foot of the Xingyi Sect Green Rock Mountain Range is of high quality and the black iron essence produced is extremely pure, so I want to make a deal with your sect."