Ming Dynasty: pacifying the rebellion and defending the border, dominating the world

Chapter 198 The Wind Rises in Luoyang, Heroes Gather

During the actions of the Southern Song and Mongol Yuan dynasties, the armies of various countries also began to be mobilized on a large scale.

Countless hidden masters, masters who once dominated the scene but gradually disappeared, and the secrets of various royal families have all returned to the public eye, announcing their existence to the world.

Dali, Tianlong Temple.

A man with a handsome face and long, flowing silver hair walked out.

Time flies like water, and a hundred years pass in a flash.

"But who knows how many old friends I'll see again after this upheaval?"

Duan Siping took a step forward and was already a hundred meters away in the next moment. With a few quick movements, he disappeared from the sight of the people from Tianlong Temple, leaving behind only Emperor Duan Zhengming of the Dali Duan family and a group of Dali masters, including Zen Master Kurong of Tianlong Temple.

Misty Peak of Tianshan Mountains.

The Western Xia royal family.

Deep within the imperial court of the Northern Song Dynasty.

Xiaoyao Valley.

Changchun Valley.

Power faction.

In the past, celestial masters, who were once a rare sight in the martial arts world, have appeared frequently like carp crossing a river. Occasionally, one can even see terrestrial immortals flying through the air, as if they were celestial beings, traversing thousands of miles.

As for the masters of the Finger Profound Realm, they are as numerous as the stars in the sky.

On any road leading to the Sui Dynasty, whether it's an official road, a country lane, or a desolate mountain wilderness, you can occasionally encounter a few, and it's even possible to meet a Grandmaster of Celestial Phenomena.

In short, the entire world was going crazy over the birth of the Heavenly Sword.

……

Great Sui, Luoyang.

Jingnian Temple was already packed with people. People from all the rebel armies, the two sects of the Demonic Sect, the Six Paths Sect, Cihang Jingzhai, and the four great clans had all gathered together.

The Heavenly Sword appeared out of nowhere, and the Jingnian Zen Temple was almost wiped out.

Liao Jin, a dignified immortal on land, was tricked to death by Zhao Min without even a bloody battle, and with the help of the Yin Kui Sect, his name spread like wildfire throughout the Sui Dynasty.

"Master, Master Liaokong, Master Liaojin, and the others, really..."

The speaker wore a light blue robe that fluttered in the wind, exuding an air of effortless elegance. Gazing down at the clear stream, she remained composed and at ease. A classically styled sword hung on her back, adding a touch of heroic spirit to her appearance and seemingly reminding others of her unparalleled swordsmanship.

Although this person's face was covered by a veil, it could not conceal her unparalleled elegance and appearance.

“That barbarian demoness was ruthless and cruel, even more so than the demonic path. Masters Liaokong and Liaojin have already…” Fan Qinghui closed her eyes in despair, concealing her grief, and slowly nodded: “They have passed away!”

If she hadn't seen it with her own eyes, Fan Qinghui would never have believed that Master Liaokong of Jingnian Temple, and Master Liaojin, who was praised by countless eminent monks in Buddhism as the most promising candidate to break through to the terrestrial celestial realm in the past 300 years, would end up in such a way.

That person is a terrestrial immortal, comparable to Ning Daoqi, the number one Taoist master who shook the Sui Dynasty, and Shi Zhixuan, the Evil King, and even to some extent comparable to the Heavenly Monk and Earthly Nun.

Who could have imagined, who would have dared to imagine, that Liao Jin would die such a miserable death?
Shi Feixuan's stunningly beautiful face was filled with sorrow. As the current Pure Abode Walker and Holy Maiden, she had received guidance and instruction from Kong He and Liao Jin since childhood.

To Shi Feixuan, the two were respected elders and also considered half teachers.

Her bright eyes stared coldly at the secluded bronze hall of Jingnian Temple, and she asked, "Master, it is widely rumored in the martial world that whoever obtains the Heavenly Sword will rule the world. Furthermore, it is said that when combined with the He Shi Bi jade, it can temporarily open the cracks in the First Emperor's Mausoleum, stealing the power of the celestial stars. Is this true...?"

"It's better to believe it exists than to believe it doesn't." Fan Qinghui knew what Shi Feixuan wanted to ask, but she couldn't give a definite answer for the time being.

Because the answer lies within the bronze palace where the He Shi Bi jade was stored.

Unless she saw it with her own eyes, Fan Qinghui remained somewhat skeptical of what others might say.

There was no other reason than that the rumors circulating in the martial arts world were simply too outrageous. And...

Regarding the authenticity of the Heavenly Sword, Zhao Min's testimony that she can manipulate life and death comes from the Yin Kui Sect!

Cihang Jingzhai and Yin Kui Sect are at odds, and given the treacherous nature of the members of the Demonic Sect, Fan Qinghui cannot easily trust them.

As for her true thoughts, only Fan Qinghui herself knows!

"Look, isn't that Du Fuwei, who has the 'Sleeve Universe' technique?"

"Hou Xibai, the successor of the Flower Sect, one of the six paths of the Demonic Sect?"

"Even the disciple of Fu Cailin, the master swordsman of Goguryeo, has come to the Great Sui. What an amazing young lady! To have reached the Finger Profound Realm at such a young age is not to be underestimated!"

“They are nothing compared to that. Look over there. If I’m not mistaken, that shirtless man with tiger-like stripes should be Bi Xuan, the strongest warrior of the Turks.”

"All eight masters of the Demonic Sect, except for Evil King Shi Zhixuan, have arrived."

Reminded by someone, everyone subconsciously looked at the group that stood out clearly from the rest of the people in the Jingnian Zen Temple.

"Empress of the Underworld" Zhu Yuyan, "Demon General" Zhao Deyan, "Heavenly Lord" Xi Ying, "Fat Jia" An Long, "Chen Pi" Rong Fengxiang, "Midnight Sword" Zuo Youxian, "Reversing the Path" You Niaojuan.

Each of them was renowned and a prominent astronomical master within the Sui Dynasty.

Besides them, there were also demonic masters such as Ding Jiuzhong, Zhou Laotan, and Jin Huanzhen, as well as a group of masters from the Yin Kui Sect, including Bi Shouxuan and Bian Bufu.

It was almost a complete mobilization.

"Master, Ning Daoqi is here too," Wanwan whispered to Zhu Yuyan.

"Not only Ning Daoqi, but also many people from the Taoist sects have come this time. Louguan Taoism, Tianshi Taoism, Taiping Taoism, and many other unparalleled Taoist experts have all come out."

Zhu Yuyan's gaze swept over them, and she felt a sharp pain. She knew it was a warning from those people, and her heart sank.

Although she possessed the Grandmaster level of Celestial Phenomena, in this struggle for the world's interests, a mere Celestial Phenomena cultivator was nothing more than roadside weeds; without the realm of a Land Immortal, she wouldn't even qualify to be on the table.

At this moment, the Demonic Sect may seem fierce and powerful, but in the eyes of those powerful immortals on land, they are nothing but insignificant.

Not to mention anything further, there are two terrestrial deities standing in the direction of Jingnian Temple and Cihang Jingzhai.

Those Taoist sects who prefer seclusion and quiet cultivation are even more terrifying.

They usually kept a low profile, but when they suddenly appeared, they were a group of powerful immortals, making Zhu Yuyan, who had always thought the Demonic Sect was very strong, feel a little ashamed.

"Hahaha, I'm not late, am I?"

The arrogant laughter, like a booming bell, came from afar and approached, causing all the heroes inside and outside the Jingnian Temple to feel dizzy and disoriented. Those with weaker cultivation even had blood flowing from their eardrums, which showed how terrifying the newcomer's power was.

"Who is this person?" Fan Qinghui's expression changed drastically in shock.

Ning Daoqi looked up and saw a figure walking through the air in the distance, displaying an arrogant and domineering demeanor. His eyes revealed an extremely solemn expression: "The number one expert of the Great Song Dynasty, Yan Kuangtu!"

A person's name, the shadow of a tree.

Although Yan Kuangtu was not in the Sui Dynasty, his reputation was renowned throughout the countries. This was because he dared to create his own court in the Northern Song Dynasty as soon as he entered the realm of terrestrial immortals, and was so arrogant as to challenge Emperor Taizu of Song, Zhao Kuangyin, who had once dominated an era.

With his unparalleled skill in using the Wuji Astounding Staff, he swept across all directions and conquered all continents, thus establishing the Great Song Dynasty.

Although Yan Kuangtu narrowly lost that battle, no one dared to underestimate him again.

Afterwards, he was even hailed by some as the greatest martial artist in the Song Dynasty.

This Great Song Dynasty encompasses both the Northern and Southern Song Dynasties.

This shows how powerful and influential Yan Kuangtu was.

(End of this chapter)