Only when the wine had flowed freely did he reveal his plan. "As far as I know, Jiang Ziya is overseeing the construction of the Investiture Platform, and the project is nearing completion. I intend to lead an army in a surprise attack the moment it is finished. I ask my four senior brothers to destroy the Investiture Platform then. It would be even better if we could seize the Investiture of the Gods List. Are you four willing to join me?"
These bold words set the Four Saints of Jiulong Island aflame with excitement. Fueled by drink, they all thumped their chests and vowed to do their utmost.
Seeing that his scheme had succeeded, Shen Gongbao beamed and continued pouring wine for them.
The Four Saints of Jiulong Island—Wang Mo, Yang Sen, Gao Yougan, and Li Xingba—were renowned throughout the outer sect of the Jie Sect. All were Taiyi Golden Immortals, their strength unfathomable.
With these four powerful figures aiding him, dealing with Jiang Ziya was surely a certain victory. At that thought, Shen Gongbao felt much more at ease.
Before Qinglong Pass in the east, the two armies had faced each other for more than a month without incident.
Jiang Ziya's refusal to move had left everyone deeply puzzled. With the army stationed here, countless provisions were consumed each day, and their reserves were now nearly exhausted. One misstep could ruin everything.
Meanwhile, Shen Gongbao's army remained stationed in Qinglong Pass, rested and waiting for the enemy.
Under immense pressure, Jiang Ziya personally supervised the construction of the Investiture Platform every day, hoping only that it would be completed soon. The platform's construction was no trivial matter; it had to be covered in layers of formations according to Yuanshi Tianzun's instructions.
Bai Jian and the Five Paths God