The Great Seminary

Chapter 229 The Way to Death
The two-tailed raccoon dog statue is the ancient shikigami that Zhang Gui obtained on Giant Serpent Head Island after defeating the ancient well remnants of the seven countries of the Tokaido.

Although his extraordinary knowledge made it impossible for him to discern its true origin, he had already figured out how to use it and knew it was a rare treasure.

That's why he brought it out to show off, tempting Zhen Ciyun to help keep an eye on Zhang Jiujiang.

But speaking too plainly seems mercenary and directly reveals one's ignorance.

So he softened his voice and said mysteriously:
"Miss Zhen must have heard of the unique treasures and wonders of Japan, the island nation, called shikigami."

This is it.

Smearing it with blood can transform it into a cat demon that can grow to any size, with two tails like wind blades.

Within a hundred paces, cutting heads is as easy as mowing grass; a thousand armored soldiers arrayed in formation can be annihilated in one fell swoop!

Zhen Ciyun curiously took the two-tailed raccoon dog figurine from her younger sister and examined it carefully for a moment.
"It is indeed a shikigami."

Moreover, it is an ancient shikigami of the 'Sixty-Six Ancient Clans of the Sun'.

Judging from its appearance, it should be from the 'Wind God Mongoose' lineage of the Gujing family, and it is priceless.

In peaceful times, exchanging land for a village with 40,000 to 50,000 mu of paddy fields is a simple matter.

Even the most extravagant scions of wealthy families would feel a pang of regret if they casually gave away tens of thousands of acres of paddy fields.

However, Zhang Gui's true identity is the ruler of the True Dragon Kingdom, whose base alone, the Giant Serpent Head Island, has hundreds of millions of acres of fertile land.

His demeanor was naturally extraordinary.

What matters isn't the value of 'Mongoose Wind II', but rather its true origin.

"A refined and knowledgeable young lady..."

"Just call me Ciyun, or Sister Zhen."

"Then I'll call you Ciyun."

Although Zhang Gui's second incarnation was not naturally lustful, he had dated several women in his previous life in order to satisfy his physical urges as a mortal.

However, in this life, because of being reincarnated into a transcendent world, I was subjected to those...
'The right path is one where great power resides within oneself;'
Those with extraordinary abilities can single-handedly defeat the entire world.

Those who are obsessed with the idea that 'immortality is everything else is worthless' have completely forgotten 'human desires'.

However, this also shows that at this moment, his basic desires as a 'human being' are becoming less and less.

Without consciously thinking about it, those primal urges driven by hormones and bodily functions will no longer arise.

This echoes a cryptic statement made by the Supreme Daoist Master of the 'Thirty-Three Heavens' in ancient times, describing himself.

Only the highest level of enlightenment can transcend emotions!
However, Zhang Gui is not currently residing in the 'Thirty-Three Heavens' Tushita Palace, but is living in the mortal world.

After being repeatedly shown affection by a pretty young girl, he gradually stopped being so stubborn.

However, they still won't take the initiative.

Hmm, I wonder what the story behind the "Sixty-Six Kingdoms of Yingri Ancient Tribes" is?
And what exactly are these legendary ancient shikigami?

"'Mongoose' sounds like the name of a demon god, doesn't it?"

"You certainly have a natural magnanimity!"

Some of the sentiments expressed by the medieval poet Li Bai, "Even if ten thousand pieces of gold are spent, they will be returned," seem to carry a similar meaning.

Zhen Shijing was a free spirit, unconcerned with worldly matters. Seeing that Zhang Gui was not elated by material possessions but valued knowledge and insight, she couldn't help but praise him.

Just then, the faint sound of conversation could be heard outside the door.

A short while later, the maid who had been standing guard at the door since the two masters had been receiving guests in the main hall came out from behind the screen.
"Miss, Second Miss, Young Master Gu has arrived with Young Master Xu Hong."

"I won't see you, I won't see you."

He actually became Qian Guanhai's lackey today, opposing Sister Chonghe; it's outrageous!

Zhen Shijing, her face as calm as still water, preemptively shouted.

Before the words were even finished, a loud explanation rang out from outside the door.
"You know what the situation is like today, there's nothing I can do about it."

"Young Master Gu, you and my two young ladies are family friends, so you should know their personalities."

If we force our way in, it will be awkward for everyone involved.

This has put us maids in a difficult position.

Zhang Gui, who was inside the room, recognized the last few words as the voice of Zhen Hongmei, the maid who served Zhen Ciyun.

He lowered his voice, very understandingly:

"Since it's a family friend's son who's come to smooth things over, I'll just avoid them for now."

Especially now, in this place and at this time, you must try your best to unite.

"You should know that many grains of sand make a tower." "They are all bastards who change their tune with the wind but never let out a single word beforehand."

It's better to sever ties decisively than to maintain such friendly relations.

To avoid being stabbed in the back.

Zhen Shijing still looked indignant.

Zhang Gui finally sensed something was amiss and opened his mouth but remained silent.

Zhen Ciyun, who was standing to the side, smiled and quietly solved the riddle.

The person speaking outside the door was Gu Rongjin, the youngest son of the head of the "Poyang Gu Family".

She and Shijing were childhood sweethearts, growing up together without any trouble.

The two were originally very compatible, and Xiao Gu listened to her very much.

But ever since they met some new friends at 'Xianhezhai', they've had their own ideas.

The two then began to have disagreements.

Not just today.

They used to argue for a while and then leave on their own.

"Isn't this the awakening of a simp? It's a great thing that everyone is happy to see."

A thought flashed through Zhang Gui's mind, but he didn't say anything.

All I could do was pick up my teacup and pretend to drink tea.

The 'little lapdog' outside the door, who hadn't fully woken up yet, was still dawdling there.

There was also a refined voice, seemingly that of his friend, chiming in with reason and composure.

Zhen Shijing grew angrier the more she listened.

I happened to glance at Zhang Gui and saw him listlessly drinking tea, nodding and swaying his head. I couldn't help but tap on the tea table.

"Zhang Longhu, you asked my sister to help take care of your cousin and give away an ancient and rare item."

"If I'm also willing to look after Senior Brother Gu Jiujiang, could you do me a small favor?"

"Sure, my moral standards aren't actually that high."

Moreover, he has always held the view of "original sin" towards unfamiliar scions of aristocratic families.

If you really hate Gu Rongjin's occasional disturbances.

He could find a group of classmates at any time to leave 'Xianhezhai' with him.

Without the protection of the magic array, he certainly won't come back alive.

Zhen Shijing was taken aback. When she looked at Zhang Gui's sincere expression, she felt the hairs on the back of her head stand on end.

But she was, after all, the legitimate daughter of Hua Yu Zhen Ji. She took a deep breath, pondered for a moment, and said softly:

"Gu Rongjin need not do, but the few poor students around him are really eye-catching."

"If there are a large number of people, we can't be so hasty."

In four days I will leave 'Great Wolf City'. You need to find a way to get them to the dock area on the west side of the outer city.

The rest is fine to ignore.

Upon hearing this, Zhen Shijing looked at her sister.

Zhen Ciyun nodded.

"I believe Zhang Longhu has the ability."

However, Shijing, you should think this through carefully.

In fact, Gu Rongjin is still outwardly fierce but inwardly cowardly, and indecisive despite her scheming nature. She is not a good match for you.

"Is it really necessary for you to ask Zhang Longhu to take action just for this?"

Zhen Shijing said with a smile:

"No matter how powerful Zhang Longhu is, once he becomes my brother-in-law, will he still be stingy in helping me out?"

Moreover, those guys surrounding Gu Rongjin were so tactless; one of them even asked me about my preferences.

They clearly saw that you were always gentle and approachable, and mistakenly thought you had a good temper, so they had ulterior motives.

That alone is a path to certain death.

(End of this chapter)