Nobody Said a Gentleman Couldn't Go Crack Someone Over the Head Afterward, Did They?
"This is a big problem?"
Upon hearing this, Lu Changzhi did a somersault.
In no time, they quickly arrived at the sect's main hall.
Unexpectedly, there weren't many elders or others present; only Cang Wenyu and Gu Qingyang were there.
"This doesn't seem like we've encountered any major trouble."
Lu Changzhi raised an eyebrow and looked at Cang Wenyu.
"Sect Leader, has something important happened?"
Cang Wenyu smiled, gestured for Lu Changzhi to sit down first, and then said:
"The Cloud Heaven Holy Land is about to visit my Five Symbols Sect."
Upon hearing this, Lu Changzhi's expression shifted, and he asked:
"For the sake of conquest?"
He had also learned about what had happened at the Azure Cloud Sect.
The last time, the Cloud Heaven Holy Land was about to arrive but not yet.
Cang Wenyu nodded and handed over a jade talisman:
Here is some information related to this matter.
Lu Changzhi accepted the jade talisman.
At a cursory glance, an eyebrow was raised.
There's a lot of information related to this.
This includes not only the recent actions of some major forces in the Eastern Region, but also those outside the Eastern Region.
The recent responses from the three holy lands of the Northern Region to what the Cloud Heaven Holy Land did to the Eastern Region, and the recent actions of the Dongfang Clan in the Southern Region.
In short, the focus of the information goes far beyond the trivial matter of the Cloud Heaven Holy Land's impending arrival at the Five Symbols Sect.
"The sect's intelligence gathering skills are truly..."
After reading it, Lu Changzhi sighed inwardly and withdrew his attention from the jade talisman.
At this moment, Cang Wenyu spoke up:
"Changzhi, what do you think is the most appropriate course of action in this matter?"
At the same time, Gu Qingyang also looked over at Lu Changzhi.
Lu Changzhi pondered for a moment, then said after a deep thought:
"Given the current situation, chaos is not far off."
"But the weakness of the Eastern Region is a well-known fact, especially given the current situation where all sides harbor ambitions..."
Lu Changzhi shook his head.
"We absolutely cannot be exposed; we must find a way to continue hiding."
Based on his estimation, the sect clearly has Saint Realm experts.
However, while one may possess possessions, one cannot approach actions in this way.
The sect's ancestral precepts always have some merit. Currently, none of the parties believe that the Eastern Region is strong. Once they realize that the Five Symbols Sect is very powerful, it will inevitably arouse the fear of all parties, and may even lead to them ganging up on it.
"Not bad." Cang Wenyu nodded.
"So, what exactly do you think should be done?"
Upon hearing this, Lu Changzhi couldn't help but smile:
"The sect leader is testing me."
After a moment of contemplation, Lu Changzhi came up with a suitable explanation:
"Act as you see fit, without considering your trump cards or hidden strengths, but based solely on the strength you project to the outside world and the corresponding confidence you have, and think and make decisions from the perspective of others."
Cang Wenyu's expression shifted:
"Tell me more?"
Lu Changzhi nodded and continued.
It's actually quite easy to understand; strength, foundation, and trump cards are what give you confidence.
There's always a difference in how you act when you have something to rely on versus when you don't.
A fake beggar always seems more at ease than a real beggar.
In short, the cultivation of a person who is pretending.
After listening, Cang Wenyu and Gu Qingyang exchanged a glance, and the latter said:
"Our ancestor's selection of people for tasks was truly profound."
Lu Changzhi is so young, yet he can think of this much when he does things.
For the Five Symbols Sect, what else could this be but genius?
After a moment of reflection, Gu Qingyang spoke, looking at Lu Changzhi:
"If we act as we see fit, our Five Symbols Sect will be at a great disadvantage when facing the Cloud Heaven Holy Land, and may even lose face as a result. What do you think?"
"Saving face is indeed very important."
Lu Changzhi nodded, then abruptly changed the subject:
"But it would be a waste to lose more than you gain."
Gu Qingyang glanced at Lu Changzhi again, his expression shifting, revealing a newfound admiration.
Young people are most prone to acting impulsively and emotionally.
Lu Changzhi's current thinking is much wiser.
However, it was still lacking in one aspect, with a slight imperfection.
But to achieve this already puts him far ahead of his peers.
At this moment, Lu Changzhi seemed to have thought of something, and couldn't help but smile, saying:
"A saying comes to mind: 'A gentleman takes revenge, even after ten years,' but..."
Lu Changzhi changed the subject:
"But nobody said that a gentleman shouldn't go and bludgeon someone afterward."
Upon hearing this, Gu Qingyang's eyes shone brightly.
"Okay, okay, okay."
As he spoke, Gu Qingyang clapped his hands and looked at Cang Wenyu:
"The Changzhi is truly a man of great talent."
"It is truly gratifying that younger generations are emerging in the clan."
Cang Wenyu also sighed in agreement:
"Though Changzhi, when it comes to the principles of the sect, he is already no less capable than me."
"Sect Leader, you're being too modest."
Lu Changzhi shook his head, then said:
"Judging from this, it doesn't seem like we've encountered any major trouble. The sect must have already come up with a plan, otherwise they wouldn't have come to test me so early in the morning."
Cang Wenyu waved his hand:
"We've only prepared some methods; there's still room for improvement."
Subsequently, Cang Wenyu explained some things.
It's mainly Heaven-Veiling Illusion Array.
Some important places within the sect, as well as the locations of Xunyuan Peak's disciples and elders.
Just to be on the safe side, we should add another layer.
Within the sect, the main focus is still on storage.
"However, these alone probably aren't enough, are they?"
After listening to the plan Cang Wenyu proposed, Lu Changzhi said.
Gu Qingyang nodded:
"A holy land is still a holy land; relying solely on power and intrigue will have limited effect."
"However, there's no need to worry too much. Our ancestor has also used a trump card in this matter."
Lu Changzhi raised an eyebrow, somewhat curious:
"The ancestor's trump card?"
Gu Qingyang smiled slightly:
"When the time comes, we should know."
Lu Changzhi gently shook his head. "Ancestor, you're making it quite mysterious."
Gu Qingyang smiled but didn't say anything.
It wasn't that he didn't want to tell; in fact, he didn't know which one the ancestors used.
After discussing other matters and confirming his plans, Lu Changzhi returned to Hidden Origin Peak.
"Our ancestors' trump card."
After a moment of contemplation, Lu Changzhi suddenly raised an eyebrow, his expression turning strange:
"Could it be... me?"
You should know that he has another identity.
The ancestor Yi Yuntian who was originally in disguise.
"Probably not." After thinking for a moment, Lu Changzhi shook his head gently.
When they left last time, they didn't leave any means of communication.
"It seems they have another card to play."
Shaking his head, Lu Changzhi sat down and couldn't help but smile.
Although this is quite a troublesome matter, strangely enough, I'm now actually feeling a little bit of anticipation.
Noon.
The flying boat from the Cloud Heaven Holy Land once again entered the Eastern Region.
They did not head straight for the Five Symbols Sect, but instead went to the Azure Cloud Sect first.
"Azure Cloud Sect respectfully welcomes the Holy Lord and all the seniors from the holy lands."
Yuan Hou looked excited and led a group of the Azure Cloud Sect elders to greet them quickly.
Now, my chance to realize my ambitions has arrived!
With this thought in mind, Yuan Hou felt even more eager for the future.
But at that moment, the Holy Lord's voice drifted down:
"Yuan Hou, are you in a hurry?"