Dharma Aspect restraints, spreading martial arts throughout the world

With Elder Xiao's guarantee, Zhang Qianyun felt somewhat relieved, but was still shocked.

"The Xiao Household —does it still have connections with the Demon Race?"

He was overjoyed.

If the Xiao Household Divine Capital, then even if the Northern Dark Sea defense line is breached and the Demon Race launches a large-scale invasion of the Central Plains, the Zhang Household can rely on the Xiao Household for protection, at least ensuring their safety.

Xiao Runyu glanced at him, how could he not guess what he was thinking, but he was too lazy to explain to this fellow.

The Divine Capital Xiao Household naturally has no connection with the Demon Race.

It's nothing more than a strategy of using one enemy to devour another, or borrowing strength to fight another.

The Xiao Household wasn't the only one behind this effort.

Xiao Runyu casually said, "Although the Xiao Household supports your Qingliao Zhang Clan out of past favors, whether you can ultimately become the rulers of Northern Plains depends on your own abilities. As far as I know, there are quite a few others eyeing Northern Plains this time."

Zhang Qianyun's expression changed slightly, and he whispered, "Elder Xiao, are those Alliance of Immortals really eyeing the Northern Plains as well?"

"Just a bunch of cowardly cowards," Xiao Runyu said calmly. "Only those people are not worth worrying about; they dare not show their faces. Once they do, not only will the Central Plains Dharma Aspect not let them go, but even I will not let go of these top-grade cultivation resources."

"Supplies for cultivation?" Zhang Qianyun looked surprised.

Although the Alliance of Immortals was established not long ago, it was already gaining great prestige, mainly because all the members of the alliance were powerful beings from beyond the heavens, at least at the External Scenery level.

It is said that there are even several Immortals and Gods who can rival the Dharma Aspect of the Central Plains!

However, this has not yet been confirmed.

For now, at least, the Alliance of Immortals only dares to operate in the shadows. If exposed, it will be hunted down by powerful figures from all over the world.

But this was the first time Zhang Qianyun had ever heard of the idea that these extraterrestrial powerhouses were resources for cultivation.

"Alright, go." Xiao Runyu waved his hand, turned to look at the fishpond, and said, "If anything unexpected happens, I will take action. What you need to do is to quickly gather enough ley line nodes."

Zhang Qianyun knew that the person in front of him was Grandmaster ranked fifth on the current Earth Ranking, and his strength was extraordinary.

Those ranked in the top five on the Earth Ranking are considered candidates for the Dharma Aspect, and could potentially join the Dharma Aspect at any time.

This person's ostensible purpose in coming here is to help the Zhang Household gain a foothold, but what they are really eyeing is probably the earth vein network left behind by the Xie Household.

Sensing that Xiao Runyu was no longer interested in conversation, Zhang Qianyun dared not say anything more and took his leave.

After leaving the courtyard, he hurried to the reception room.

At this moment, the Zhang Household's large reception room was already full of people, all of whom were representatives from various families.

Looking around, there are at least fifty or sixty of them.

These people represent the various factions in Northern Plains.

Upon seeing Zhang Qianyun arrive, the crowd either smiled broadly or looked at each other with knowing eyes.

"Brother Zhang, we've been waiting for you quite a while."

"Brother Zhang, it's been three years since we last met. How have you been?"

Everyone stood up, clasped their hands in greeting, and chatter and jokes filled the air.

In the past, these people were independent of their own territories. The reason they gathered at the Zhang Household this time, besides the fact that the Zhang Household had extended invitations to them, was undoubtedly because rumors had already spread that the Zhang Household had gained the support of the top clans in the Central Plains.

Therefore, at this moment, their words were three parts polite and seven parts probing. Everyone was watching and waiting to see who would take the lead in the game of Northern Plains after the Xie Household's downfall.

Zhang Qianyun was naturally aware of this, and with a smile, invited everyone to take a seat.

He was filled with smug satisfaction, his gaze sweeping across the entire room.

There were many forces in the arena whose strength surpassed that of the Zhang Household, but he was not worried at all.

The Four Great Households of the Divine Capital have long been renowned, even surpassing the Xie Household in prestige.

With this towering tree as their backing, who does the Zhang Household need to fear?

There won't be another Yu Tunzhou in this Northern Plains!

Luo Diyang was also among them, sitting in a corner of the hall.

He came on behalf of the Xuanbei Luo Household. After counting the visitors, he found that almost all the powerful clans and major families in Northern Plains who still retained their strength were present.

He sighed inwardly; sure enough, everyone was already eager to make their move.

After the Xie Household left, the chessboard of Northern Plains was reshuffled. The extra piece of meat was too big, and everyone was green with envy, fearing to fall behind.

The arena was filled with noise, seemingly bustling with activity, but in reality, everyone was probing each other's strengths and weaknesses, with a hidden confrontation brewing.

Zhang Qianyun, who was in the main seat, was all smiles, undoubtedly because he had found a powerful backer in Central Province and wanted to use that power to rise to prominence.

"Brother Luo, it's been so many years. How have you been?"

Just then, a voice transmission entered his ear.

Luo Diyang's brows twitched, and he looked in the direction of the voice, only to find that it was Fang Mingyuan, the representative of the Fang Household of Yunguan County, who was smiling and greeting him.

"Brother Fang, it has indeed been many years," Luo Diyang transmitted his voice. "What can I do for you?"

"I heard that not long ago, the Xie Household launched an attack from the External Scenery, but the Luo Household managed to hold off the Xie Household's offensive with just a single immortal's remains." Fang Mingyuan said with a hint of admiration and curiosity, "Brother Luo's family is truly well-off."

Luo Diyang's heart skipped a beat. He narrowed his eyes and looked over, then said with a faint smile, "Doesn't the Yunguan Fang Household also possess immortal weapons and defend against enemies outside the city? Do they need to envy my Luo Household's meager resources?"

Fang Mingyuan's smile remained unchanged, "Brother Luo, please don't misunderstand. I'm not here to probe your situation; someone asked me to pass on a message."

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He paused, then asked, "Brother Luo, have you heard of the Alliance of Immortals?"

Luo Diyang's expression changed slightly.

"Brother Luo, please don't misunderstand. I'm not a member of the Alliance of Immortals," Fang Mingyuan said with a smile. "It's just that someone from the Alliance of Immortals wants to use me as a go-between to do some business with the Luo Household. An immortal is willing to offer a celestial weapon in exchange for the immortal remains in the Luo Household's possession."

Luo Diyang's heart sank.

The Luo Household's trump cards haven't been revealed for long, yet they've already attracted the attention of the Alliance of Immortals?

Immortal soldiers exchanged for the remains of immortals----

What a grand gesture!

"Brother Fang is too kind. The remains of an immortal are of great significance to the Luo Household Luo Household, and we have no intention of exchanging them."

Luo Diyang remained calm and refused.

Fang Mingyuan laughed and said, "Brother Luo, don't be so quick to refuse. In addition to the immortal soldiers, the Alliance of Immortals has also promised the Luo Household five county cities, and will secretly support the Luo Household in occupying the Northern Plains border of the Northern Plains."

Five prefectures, plus a divine weapon, in exchange for a celestial remains.

Luo Diyang lowered his eyes and drank his tea, concealing the surging surprise in them.

This is a very generous offer.

But this also means that the Alliance of Immortals is determined to win!

The Luo Household is likely in trouble this time.

He did not refuse immediately, but instead transmitted his voice, saying, "This matter is of great importance, and I, Luo, cannot make the decision on my own. I will return to my clan and inform our ancestor before giving Brother Fang an answer."

"No problem." Fang Mingyuan smiled, then added meaningfully, "Brother Luo, you don't need to give me an answer. Someone will be coming to visit soon."

"This time, Mr. Fang was merely expressing goodwill on behalf of the Alliance of Immortals."

Visiting----

Luo Diyang did not speak again.

In the following period, he kept a close eye on Fang Mingyuan's movements and discovered that this person had successively come into contact with representatives of the Chixia Sect and the Zhaoyang Li Household.

Both of these were forces that, not long ago, maintained their autonomy despite the Xie Household's power.

Like the Luo Household and Fang Household families, they all possess immortal-level abilities, either wielding immortal weapons or mastering some forbidden Immortal Dao technique.

The Alliance of Immortals —does it intend to wipe out the Northern Plains in one fell swoop?

He glanced at Zhang Qianyun, who was full of vigor on the stage, and sighed inwardly.

The Alliance of Immortals, the Divine Capital, and various local bullies----

After the Xie Household fell, several more Xie Household emerged. We can only hope that Young Hero Yu can return from the Northern Dark Sea soon.

"Brother Zhang, in our discussion of the situation in Northern Plains, have we overlooked someone?"

Suddenly, someone spoke up in the hall, "We were able to defeat the Xie Household entirely thanks to that Great Hero Yu. Brother Zhang, how do you think we should thank him?"

The hall fell silent.

Everyone looked at Zhang Qianyun, who had the backing of Divine Capital clan in the capital, wanting to know his attitude.

The reason why the various families have not yet launched a full-scale war to seize the territory left by the Xie Household is entirely due to their fear of him.

This person, who could bring down the entire Xie Household overnight, could also make them follow in the Xie Household's footsteps overnight!

Zhang Qianyun's smile faded slightly, and he sighed softly, "Young Hero Yu's kindness is something that neither I nor anyone else here can ever forget."

"It's a pity that Young Hero Yu has already left Northern Plains and won't be able to return for the time being."

Everyone perked up; although the man had phrased it tactfully, they had all grasped his meaning.

That means Yu Tunzhou is temporarily unable to return to Northern Plains!

Now is the time for them to seize the opportunity and rise to power!

Even if Yu Tunzhou were to return to Northern Plains in the future, they would have already firmly controlled the major prefectures and cities, stabilizing the situation.

At that point, will this "Great Hero Yu" force them to vomit it up?

A prefecture city without enough powerful figures to govern it will inevitably be plagued by many troubles.

Without them, who would suppress the common people and martial artists?

Everyone showed their most genuine smiles of the day.

But the look in their eyes was filled with the tension of war!

Northern Dark Sea.

On the small island.

The old Azure Ox lay coiled on the ground, its tail gently swishing, dozing off.

Jiang Wenxuan and Yu Tunzhou stood on the rocks on the shore.

Jiang Wenxuan was absent-minded, and kept glancing into the distance.

The three demon gods, Niu Kui, Golden Firmament, and Qingqiu, were respectfully listening to the Great Sage's admonition.

The scene felt somewhat like a dream to him.

The sound of Yu Tunzhou pulling him back to reality.

"Senior Jiang, the Xie Household has been defeated and fled to the lower realms. In the vast Northern Plains, there are no longer any Immortals and Gods among them."

Yu Tunzhou spoke up, "Although the Xie Household has fallen, countless other Xie Household will emerge. This is the limitation of the times, but also the trend of history. Rather than going with the flow, we should take control of it."

"Therefore, I hope that Northern Dark Sea can take control of Northern Plains."

Jiang Wenxuan nodded. "Northern Dark Sea does indeed need a reliable backing, and Northern Plains is definitely the best choice."

He looked at Yu Tunzhou and asked, "What do you plan to do with the remaining aristocratic Aristocratic Clan of Northern Plains?"

Yu Tunzhou slowly said, "Great chaos is imminent. If aristocratic Aristocratic Clan cannot become the pillars of Human Race, but instead become sources of calamity and accomplices to evil, then they need to be eliminated in advance."

"I plan to start by breaking the monopoly of powerful Aristocratic Clan."

"How can we break the monopoly of powerful Aristocratic Clan?" Jiang Wenxuan couldn't help but ask.

Huaiqing had also considered this issue back then.

In the earliest period, Huaiqing attempted to change the entire Great Yan Dynasty, ruling from top to bottom, but unfortunately, he ultimately failed.

The reason why powerful Aristocratic Clan in the world never fall is because they wield the strongest violence!

This is a force that the people can never resist; even if they raise the banner of rebellion, it will be of no use.

Just like the Xie Household facing the situation of "Yu Tunzhou".

"Naturally, it is to spread martial arts throughout the world."

Yu Tunzhou said decisively, "I have successfully tested my magic in the Eastern Wilderness."

"The requirements for martial arts training in the new martial arts world will be greatly reduced, making it accessible to everyone. This will naturally diminish the dominance of powerful clans."

Jiang Wenxuan's pupils contracted. "The rumors in the Eastern Wilderness, are they true?!"

Yu Tunzhou nodded.

"Your actions will likely sever the very foundation upon which these Aristocratic Clan depend for survival, driving them to the brink of ruin."

Jiang Wenxuan sighed, "Although Northern Dark Sea's current integrated power is strong, it also relies on the various sects and aristocratic Aristocratic Clan below it. They are very willing to occupy Northern Plains, but they may not be willing to promote the New Martial Arts."

"Even if I could forcefully subdue them, there would be many repercussions; they can't just sit and wait to die."

Yu Tunzhou laughed and said, "Senior Jiang, do you think I want to exterminate the Aristocratic Clan?"

"Isn't that right?"

"Aristocratic Clan can ever be completely eradicated," Yu Tunzhou said calmly. "Just as wherever there are people, there will be a martial world, and wherever people gather, powerful forces will emerge."

Even with lower requirements for New Martial Arts, there will still be a gap between Divine Ability techniques.

Even if everyone can learn martial arts, the difference between them remains vast, depending on whether they have a skilled teacher to guide them at all times.

"Based on these points alone, Aristocratic Clan and sects still have room to survive."

"But it's impossible for them to remain high above and completely dominate the common people as they used to be. And this is simply the trend of history; they can't control it, so they can only submit to it."

Yu Tunzhou said softly, "To be honest, Senior Jiang, spreading martial arts throughout the world is a grand plan of my Daode Lineage. It also brings me many benefits, so no one can stop its progress."

Jiang Wenxuan remained silent for a long time before asking again, "And then?"

"After the martial arts are implemented throughout the land, the number of martial artists in the civilian population will surge, inevitably encroaching on the interests of the Aristocratic Clan and exacerbating conflicts. How will you reconcile the conflicts between the civilian population and the Aristocratic Clan?"

"At the heart of all conflicts, there is nothing more than self-interest," Yu Tunzhou remarked. "The world is so vast, why focus on internal conflicts? As Human Race's power grows, it naturally expands outwards."

"In this era."

"What limits people is not only the inheritance of Cultivation Method, but also their limited perspective."

"Some people are born into high positions and think that's their destiny, which is why they treat human life like dirt."

"Some people have been in a lowly position for too long; they don't realize they can also stand on high."

Jiang Wenxuan was moved by the last sentence.

He couldn't help but recall what he had seen and heard along the way with Huaiqing, especially those ordinary people who, even when oppressed and humiliated, dared not raise their heads or even resist.

It seems like everything has become a matter of course.

This is not Dao and Virtue.

Yu Tunzhou seemed to see through his thoughts and calmly said, "Those who oppose my Dao and Virtue are all on the demonic path."

Jiang Wenxuan for a long time.

Yu Tunzhou then changed the subject. "Senior Jiang, have you ever dealt with a powerful being from outer space?"

Jiang Wenxuan shook his head.

Yu Tunzhou laughed and said, "Then I would like to invite you, senior, to accompany me to the Northern Plains. There should be quite a few extraterrestrial visitors causing trouble and taking advantage of the chaos Northern Plains."

"What does this mean?" Jiang Wenxuan asked.

"Whoever slays the visitor from beyond the heavens will gain the favor of the Central Plains." Yu Tunzhou didn't keep them in suspense and directly revealed the answer.

Jiang Wenxuan was shocked. "Such a thing is true?!"

Heaven and earth bestow their favor; this is a fleeting fortuitous opportunity that can only be enjoyed when the barrier Human Immortal is broken!

When he was promoted to Dharma Aspect several years ago, he only received blessings and favors from the Dharma Master for a few days.

"Etc----"

Jiang Wenxuan suddenly changed, realizing that if the Heavenly Dao of the Central Plains had recovered to this extent, it also meant—

"The Dharma Aspect of the world will be freed from all shackles and restrictions; the Tribulation Fruit coming—"

Jiang Wenxuan murmured.

"Shackles and restrictions?" Yu Tunzhou asked curiously, "Are all the Dharma Aspect in the world today bound by shackles? Are these shackles from heaven and earth?"

Jiang Wenxuan nodded. "The Dharma Aspect Realm to the ancient immortals Immortals and Gods. For the past thousand years, it has been an extremely special and awkward realm, especially for those living in the Central Plains."

"You should rarely hear of highly skilled Dharma Aspect Masters taking action, not only because of the checks and balances among Dharma Aspect, but also because of the shackles of heaven and earth."

Jiang Wenxuan paused for a moment, then said, "Simply put, in the Central Plains, the more you make a move, the more attention you will attract from heaven and earth, and the more you will be repelled by the invisible forces of heaven and earth, which will even have a significant impact on your cultivation."

Yu Tunzhou inquired, "What kind of power does a Dharma Aspect possess at their peak?"

Jiang Wenxuan pondered and said, "Once you reach the Dharma Aspect, traveling thousands of miles in an instant is not a problem. For example, Brother Fuyao, after stabilizing his Dharma Aspect, can travel tens of thousands of miles in an instant, which even many demon Divine Capital overseas cannot catch up with."

"In terms of Divine Ability power, it is extremely suppressed in the Central Plains and difficult to detect. However, if it reaches overseas or beyond the heavens, a single strike can destroy tens of thousands of miles. Given enough time, it can destroy an entire world."

"After breaking through to the Dharma Aspect, I've been stationed here, but I haven't actually tested it yet. However, I've heard some news about the Demon Race, like that Niu Kui..."

Jiang Wenxuan looked into the distance.

"This guy cultivates the method of Thunder Accumulation Mountain, which is infinitely close to that of True Immortal. His brute strength is enough to overturn the laws of the Dao. It is said that he once destroyed the life force of a lower realm with a single punch."

Yu Tunzhou couldn't help but look over, only to see Niu Kui seem to sense something, turn around and look at him with a simple and honest smile.

The Yu Tunzhou, seemingly lost in thought.

Could this level of destructive power be considered barely enough to destroy a planet?

The Golden Crow Formation Spirit's performance was far inferior to Niu Kui's performance in the lower realm.

It seems that the laws governing heaven and earth on both sides are vastly different.

Jiang Wenxuan nodded. "After these three demon gods leave, I can go with you to see how much the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth in the Central Plains has recovered."

The Northern Dark Sea, where he was located, was strictly speaking part of overseas territory and not part of the Central Plains.

Yu Tunzhou remembered something else, looked in the direction of the three great demon gods, and sent a telepathic message to Huntian.

Huntian recently placed Primordial Spirit restriction on his three juniors, which was considered a blow to them, and he is currently guiding them.

Their cultivation on the path to Immortals and Gods is equivalent to feeding them two sweet dates.

It suddenly paused, bringing the three demon gods below, who had been listening intently, back to reality. Their eyes showed anxiety, but they dared not urge it, and could only look on pitifully.

Huntian narrowed his eyes and asked, "Does Lu Ya have any connection with our clan?"

"Lu Ya Dao Lord?" Golden Firmament hesitated. "Ancestor, this junior has never heard of him."

Niu Kui also shook his head.

Huntian asked impatiently, "What about the Xie Household in the Central Plains?"

Qingqiu asked uncertainly, "Could it be the Northern Plains Xie Household? Great Sage, not long ago, a Immortals and Gods from the Xie Household entered our territory and brought out something. We don't know what it was, but the overseas Dragon Race invited him over."

"Another overseas Dragon Race!" Huntian sneered. "When you return to your clans, give that Xie Household's Immortals and Gods a proper welcome and don't let him return to the Central Plains."

Qingqiu chuckled and said, "That person is now a distinguished guest of the overseas Dragon Race. Killing him would be troublesome, but if we prevent him from returning to the Central Plains, we can find a few reasons. We certainly won't disappoint the Great Sage."

Huntian nodded in satisfaction. "You little fox are quite clever."

It seemed to remember something and said, "Speaking of which, the Green Mound Lineage has always been favored by the Queen, so how come you have now been ostracized from the Emperor Wa Palace?"

Qingqiu smiled wryly and said, "To be honest, Great Sage, this matter is related to the Empress's descendants—"

Huntian was greatly surprised and said, "A descendant of the Demon Emperor Niangniang?"

"Hiss—is that the girl surnamed Feng who appeared in Dragon Gate?"

It suddenly remembered.

On that day in Dragon Gate, the projection of the Demon Emperor Niangniang resided within this woman's body.

Qingqiu nodded and whispered, "It was after that incident that Her Majesty never issued any more decrees. If it weren't for the presence of several Dao Lord, the Demon Race would probably already be in internal strife."