Catching Monsters

Chapter 439 The show is about to begin!
The town at the foot of Mount Daling is not very large, with a permanent population of about a thousand.

The Buddhist atmosphere throughout the town was quite strong. As Jiang Yun and Qi Da walked along the street, they could see some Buddha statues on both sides.

If one didn't know the inside story, one might really think that Mount Dalingfo was a sacred Buddhist site.

After finding an inn, the two booked two good rooms to rest, but Zidane did not go to sleep.

There were still quite a few people walking around in the small town outside. After going downstairs to inquire about the situation, he quickly returned to Jiang Yun's room and knocked on the door.

Jiang Yun had been meditating and resting when she heard the knocking and went to open the door.

After quickly entering the house, Zidane turned around and closed the door, saying in a low voice, "Sir, I just went out to inquire about some information."

"We're quite lucky; this period coincides with the opening of the Buddhist gates at Daling Buddhist Mountain."

“During this period, any wealthy merchant or ordinary citizen can go to worship Buddha.”

"It won't be difficult for us to enter the Great Spirit Buddha Mountain tomorrow; we just need to disguise ourselves as wealthy merchants..."

Although Mount Daling is the headquarters of the Demon Spirit Cult, it also allows some wealthy merchants to enter, and the Demon Spirit Cult prefers these wealthy merchants the most.

Few tasks, lots of money, and generous spending.

Furthermore, the Demon Spirit Cult will offer some benefits, which will gradually lead the wealthy businessman to join the cult.

Therefore, every now and then, the Demon Spirit Cult would open its gates wide to attract wealthy merchants from all over the world.

Hearing this, Jiang Yun nodded. It's just pretending to be rich.

"Get some rest. We'll set off first thing tomorrow morning," Jiang Yun said.

Soon, the night passed, and the next morning, Jiang Yun recovered from his meditation. He woke Qi Da up, and the two went downstairs to have some local specialties for breakfast.

As the two were eating, footsteps suddenly came from the second floor. Jiang Yun and Qi Da, who were sitting in a corner eating, also looked over.

Among the people coming downstairs were four disciples of the Demon Spirit Cult dressed in black robes.

This area is, after all, the core region of the Demon Spirit Cult, and throughout the town, you can often see Demon Spirit Cult disciples dressed in black robes.

However, these four people were currently treating a young man with utmost respect, as if he were a distinguished guest.

"Young Master Xiang, you must be tired from your journey. Why don't you rest for another day?"

The four disciples of the Demon Spirit Sect dared not neglect the young man before them, for he was said to be a disciple of the Fang family of the North.

The Xiang family was powerful and wealthy in the north.

The Demon Spirit Sect has always developed in the south and has not had much influence over the northern forces of the Zhou Kingdom. Now that it is heard that the young master of the Xiang family wants to visit the Demon Spirit Sect, the protectors above attach great importance to it and have instructed their subordinates to treat him well.

There must be absolutely no negligence.

With his hands behind his back and an arrogant air, the young master said indifferently, "I am not used to the climate in the south. Never mind, let's go to Foshan first."

“If we have a good chat with your Dharma protectors, my Xiang family can build ten Great Ling Buddhist Temples for you in the north.”

Upon hearing this, the disciples of the Demon Spirit Sect present naturally smiled even more broadly.

Jiang Yun stared intently at this young master Xiang. Qi Da, standing beside him, couldn't help but raise his hand and wave it in front of Jiang Yun's eyes: "Sir, what are you looking at? Do you know this young master Xiang?"

"More than just knowing each other..."

"This is my sworn brother, my sworn brother!"

Jiang Yun took a deep breath, slowly stood up, and with a warm smile on his face, shouted loudly, "Big Brother!"

Just as Tuoba Anyi was about to leave the inn, he heard someone suddenly call out to his elder brother. He trembled slightly, realizing something was wrong.

Could it be that I ran into someone I know?

If my identity is exposed...

He looked in the direction of the voice and saw Jiang Yun!

In an instant, a nameless rage appeared in Tuoba Anyi's eyes. It was this bastard!
Is it really possible for the world to be this coincidental?

I secretly ran into the Zhou Kingdom, and there I ran into this bastard.

At this moment, Jiang Yun walked up enthusiastically, grasped Tuoba Anyi's hand, and said, "Brother Xiang!"

As he spoke, he turned to Qi Da and said, "Old Qi, come here, let me introduce you. This is my sworn brother, Brother Xiang, whom I've been mentioning to you every now and then!"

Tuoba Anyi took a deep breath, then smiled and put his arm around Jiang Yun, saying, "Haha, I never thought that I, Xiang Anyi, would meet my sworn brother in the south today."

What a wonderful coincidence!

He deliberately revealed his current name because he was afraid that Jiang Yun would mispronounce it and arouse suspicion from the Demon Spirit Sect.

The disciples of the Demon Spirit Cult present exchanged glances.

Tuoba Anyi said in a deep voice, "Brother, what are you doing here?"

“Brother, I was just about to go to Mount Dalingfo to pay homage to Buddha. Since we’ve run into each other by chance, shall we travel together?” Jiang Yun asked.

Tuoba Anyi couldn't help but curse in his heart, "You bastard, aren't you a Taoist priest?"

You would travel all this way to worship Buddha?

Moreover, he didn't believe that Jiang Yun was unaware of the true nature of Daling Buddha Mountain.

Jiang Yun's trip.

It's probably like a weasel offering New Year's greetings to a chicken—it's up to no good.

Most importantly, this guy shouldn't ruin his own plans.

Although he thought this in his heart, he remained extremely enthusiastic and said, "Brother, I am here on behalf of the Xiang family. It might not be appropriate for you to come with me."

“Since we’re sworn brothers, I’m practically a member of the Xiang family. What’s inappropriate about that?” Jiang Yun turned around and said, “Alright, Lao Qi, take those two sesame cakes on the table with you. Eat them on the way with your brother.”

"Brother, let's go."

Seeing Jiang Yun shamelessly fawning over him, Tuoba Anyi dared not refuse any longer. If this bastard gave up and revealed his true identity, the important business of this trip would probably be ruined.

"Alright, let's go."

Outside the gate, a carriage had already been arranged to take you to the foot of Daling Buddha Mountain.

Originally intended for Tuoba Anyi alone, the carriage now includes Jiang Yun, making the two brothers quite cramped as they squeeze into the carriage. And Qi Da…

He wanted to ride in a carriage, but it was too crowded, so he could only walk behind it.

Soon, the carriage slowly started moving.

After closing the carriage windows and drawing the curtains, Tuoba Anyi's face turned cold, and he raised his hand, ready to attack Jiang Yun.

Jiang Yun, however, gripped his wrist tightly and said with a beaming smile, "Brother, we've been sworn brothers for so long, and you're so enthusiastic, wanting to spar with me?"

Tuoba Anyi lowered his voice and whispered in Jiang Yun's ear, "What are you doing here, you bastard? What are you planning to do at Daling Buddha Mountain?"

Jiang Yun said calmly, "Brother, I'd like to ask you the same question. How did you become the young master of the Fang family in the north? You've even lost your identity as the leader of the Tuoba tribe."

The two exchanged a glance, both knowing that the other had their own purpose in coming to Mount Dalingfo.

After a moment of silence, Tuoba Anyi said, "Alright, let's talk about the past grievances later. If you want to come up the mountain with me, we need to agree on three rules."

"I don't care what you want to do, it's none of my business and I have no interest in it, but you can't interfere with my important business."

“Okay.” Jiang Yun nodded without hesitation: “Don’t worry, big brother, I will definitely not cause you any trouble.”

Hearing Jiang Yun's perfunctory agreement, Tuoba Anyi's expression darkened.

Suddenly, the curtain of the carriage in front was pulled open, and a disciple of the Demon Spirit Sect said, "Young Master Xiang, we're almost there, about a mile away. Oh, you..."

The disciple was stunned for a moment when he saw Jiang Yun holding Tuoba Anyi's hand.

"Hahaha, it's been so long since we brothers have seen each other..." Tuoba Anyi said, then hugged Jiang Yun and said, "Ah, thinking back to the last time we brothers met, it was the last time..."

Soon, they arrived at the foot of Mount Dalingfo.

There is an extremely long staircase that leads directly to the buildings halfway up the mountain.

Led by four disciples of the Demon Spirit Cult, Jiang Yun, Qi Da, and Tuoba Anyi walked uphill together.

However, on the way, Tuoba Anyi had a sullen face, and Jiang Yun had no idea what he was thinking.

Finally, the group arrived at the mountainside.

The complex above has many buildings. After you come up, there is a wide square paved with bluestone slabs. Further ahead, on the plaque of Daling Buddhist Temple, there are four golden characters that read "Daling Buddhist Temple".

Meanwhile, a thin middle-aged man was waiting there, dressed in a long black robe with the Demon Spirit Cult's emblem embroidered on his chest.

The four disciples of the Demon Spirit Sect quickly introduced, "Young Master Xiang, this is our sect's protector, Jin Yiping."

At this moment, Jin Yiping walked over with a smile on his face, and said with a smile, "This must be Young Master Xiang Anyi. He is indeed a man of great talent. You must stay at our Daling Buddhist Temple for a few more days to learn more about the profound teachings of our temple."

Tuoba Anyi stepped forward with a smile and said, "Protector Jin, you are too kind. I have long heard of the name of Daling Buddha Mountain. My father sent me here to meet you in advance."

Jin Yiping was about to have a detailed conversation when he looked at Jiang Yun and Qi Da and frowned, asking, "Didn't you say that Young Master Xiang came alone this time? Why are there two other guests?"

The subordinate quickly said, "This is Young Master Xiang's sworn brother, and they just happened to come together."

Upon hearing this, Jin Yiping, out of respect for Tuoba Anyi, warmly replied, "Alright, you all lead them around the Daling Buddhist Temple first. Young Master Xiang and I have important matters to discuss."

"Young Master, please."

With that, Jin Yiping personally led Tuoba Anyi into the Buddhist temple.

The four disciples of the Demon Spirit Sect were quite polite to Jiang Yun and Qi Da, inviting them into the Buddhist temple.

After Jiang Yun and Qi Da entered the Buddhist temple, there were naturally many monks at the very front, wearing kasayas. Not long after they walked, they came to a Mahavira Hall.

Of course, these are all for the benefit of the local people.

The true core area of ​​the Demon Spirit Cult is behind the Great Buddha Hall.

However, these four disciples of the Demon Spirit Cult showed no intention of taking Jiang Yun and Qi Da to the back for a tour.

They simply strolled around the Buddhist temple, and then two rooms were arranged for them to rest and stay.

Meanwhile, in a secret room behind this complex of buildings.

Tuoba Anyi and Jin Yiping were drinking tea.

“Young Master Xiang, now that there are no outsiders here, I will speak frankly. Our Demon Spirit Sect is now in rebellion and needs the help of your Xiang family in the north.”

"If the Xiang family could also rally the people to revolt in the north, it might solve our current urgent problem."

The current Zhenchi Army was transferred from the north.

If chaos breaks out in the north, it might allow the Zhenchi Army to retreat north.

With a smile, Tuoba Anyi nodded in agreement without hesitation: "That's what my father meant too, which is why he specially sent me here."

"Our Xiang family has made all the preparations for the uprising, and we are just waiting to raise our arms."

Upon hearing this, Jin Yiping was overjoyed, though he didn't show it on his face. He picked up his teacup, took a sip, and said, "From now on, our Demon Spirit Sect will share the world equally with the Xiang family!"

Since he didn't need to pay for this empty promise himself, Tuoba Anyi readily agreed.

Then Tuoba Anyi slowly said, "I've noticed that Daling Buddhist Temple is quite lively lately. I heard there's a large Buddhist assembly tomorrow night, which should be a good opportunity to broaden our horizons."

Jin Yiping laughed heartily: "Since Young Master Xiang is interested, then you should stay and rest for a few more days."

"I will also accompany you at all times, Young Master Xiang. If you have any requests, you can tell me."

Upon hearing this, Tuoba Anyi laughed but didn't say anything more.

What he's after is something the Demon Spirit Cult would never give him.

Otherwise, why would he take such a big risk to do this?

Meanwhile, in the side room, Qi Da was watching Jiang Yun take out a large number of talismans.

They're busy at it; it looks like they're setting up a formation.

At this moment, Jiang Yun had already set up a rather complex array on the floor of the side room.

Then Jiang Yun took a deep breath: "Finally done!"

"Once the formation is activated, we can watch the show."

(End of this chapter)