Scourge Messenger

Chapter 473 Golden Core Awaits (Seeking Monthly Tickets at the End of the Month)

“If she really appears in Loulan City…” Bai Chuanliu asked tentatively.

“We’ll treat her normally,” Deng Guanjian said, sitting down and crossing his legs. “Even if she is a future True Lord, she is just our partner for now. But I guess Immortal Lord Wangbai should be able to tell that she will come to Western Xia. Let’s see how the Eternal Heaven reacts before adjusting our attitude.”

Bai Chuanliu's heart stirred.

The Golden Crow Immortal Lord avoided his probing, it seems the Immortal Lord was also undecided.

The consequences of failing to assassinate Jiang Shi were far too severe, so severe that the entire Dragon Poetry Twelve Clans could not afford the cost; but to protect Jiang Shi meant becoming his vassal, or rather, the entire world would submit to him. Given this, why not pledge allegiance to Jiang Shi now? When rewards are distributed in the future, the Western Xia Dragon Poetry Clan will surely reach its zenith, its power dominating the Eastern Sea, the Northern Border, and the Southern Yue, just as it was in its heyday as the Dragon Lord.

But why would the mighty Dragon Poetry Twelve Clans submit to a mere Fourth-Rank Foundation Establisher?
Although it's possible to provide initial funding and then consider submission after Jiang Shiqi's transformation, Jiang Shiqi is not lacking in resources. If the Changshengtian of the Yuliuting offers even better terms, then even if the twelve clans of Longshi submit again, it would seem too opportunistic and not loyal enough.

More importantly, what should the Twelve Dragon Poem Clans do if other forces try to intercept and kill Jiang Shi?

A little thought was enough to make Bai Chuanliu, a sixth-level Grandmaster, feel like his head was about to explode.

The Golden Crow Immortal Lord is right; Jiang Shi is their tribulation. If Jiang Shi had reappeared after her seventh reincarnation, everyone would surely have 'behaved as the wise ones,' but she is so weak now, yet she has taken the initiative to reveal two trump cards that could overturn the world.

Assassination? Control? Protection? Following? Every decision made around her could plunge their faction into an unpredictable vortex.

There's another point they didn't mention: Jiang Shi's personality.

Although Jiang Shi has only appeared twice so far, if one word could be used to describe her, it would probably be 'unscrupulous'. She demands tribute from the four major sects in exchange for her favor, summons people from all over the world to serve her, destroys the dojo of a Seventh-Rank Immortal Lord, and is now preparing to come to Loulan City... She seems oblivious to the treacherous nature of the world, completely unaware that the bigger the tree, the more the wind will blow against it, treating this world like a playground, playing as she pleases.

Jiang Shi was not afraid of death, and naturally, he was not afraid of any consequences. They were all certain that if anyone offended Jiang Shi, he would definitely retaliate with the most brutal force, even if the other party was a super power, he would fight to the death. As the saying goes, the fearless have nothing to fear!
The word 'reconciliation' probably doesn't exist in the dictionary of such a person. Because he realized this, Bai Chuanliu didn't even dare to consider sending someone to test the waters. It was either enemy or friend; there was no middle ground. Any act that damaged goodwill would come at a price a hundredfold or a thousandfold in the future!

"You just said that Jiang Shi has four masked followers, as well as you and Immortal Lord Wangbai," Bai Chuanliu suddenly asked, "Who is the other person?"

“A female rogue cultivator,” Deng Guanjian said casually. “Her name is…”

Bai Chuanliu waited for a while but didn't hear a response from Jinwu Immortal Lord. He turned his head and saw that Deng Guanjian had a look of being both amused and exasperated on his face.

“I never expected someone as distinguished as you to have such leisure.” Deng Guanjian poured himself a glass of golden Sauternes wine, raised it to the sky, and said, “It is my honor to fight alongside you.”

……

...

Nine Revolutions Secret Realm, Thirty-Three Heavens.

The Queen Mother of Red Ice rode auspicious clouds to the Heaven of Separation from Sorrow and descended upon the Sea of ​​Sorrow.

Despite her title of Queen Mother, Hong Bing has no partner. This is a celestial tradition: all celestial rulers who lead the Heavenly Court must choose a title from among the four main deities: the Jade Emperor, the Queen Mother, the Supreme Lord, and Taibai. These titles are not merely appellations; they also grant the divine blessings of the Thirty-Three Heavens. Among them, the title of Queen Mother grants the privilege of unlocking the important building, the Peach Garden, and has always been the first choice for female celestial beings in the Heavenly Court.

There is a palace on the sea of ​​Guanchou, and there is a couplet on the gate of the palace, which is said to have been copied from the secret book: "Your bodies and names will perish, but the rivers will flow forever."

The plaque above the palace gate reads "Eternal Glory".

"Red Ice greets Lord Si." Queen Mother Red Ice knelt before the door and said respectfully.

The palace doors quietly opened, and a portrait slid down in front of Hong Bing. She looked down and her eyes lit up – what a bright and stunning woman!

"She is the Treasure Fairy of the Treasure Pavilion, Jiang Shi, who has just summoned people from all over the world." A cold voice came from inside the hall: "I need you to do something."

"Hong Bing is here."

"Find her and invite her to become the ruler of the Heavenly Court." A thunderous roar suddenly erupted in the Hall of Eternal Glory: "As long as she agrees, she can become an immortal and thus the ruler of the Heavenly Court."

The Queen Mother of Red Ice was shocked: "She is not a citizen of the Heavenly Court, much less a Celestial Lord of the Heavenly Court..."

“An exception can be made,” Si Jun interrupted her, “I will discuss the details with the Divine Lord.” Si Jun’s statement meant that she would definitely persuade the Divine Lord. Although the Golden Core Tribulation Lords usually did not interfere with the operation of the Heavenly Court, if they made a decision, the Heavenly Court would have to accept it.

The Golden Core is the tribulation master of immortals in the mortal world!

Hong Bing took a deep breath and asked, "Hong Bing obeys the order."

"This is not an attempt, this is a mission." The voice of the Lord of the Palace echoed in the hall: "Failure is not an option."

Hong Bing was silent for a moment, then couldn't help but ask a question that even she found unbelievable: "What if the other party refuses?"

She waited for a very long time, but received no response. It was as if the Hall of Eternal Glory was empty.

"Master Si, how strong is Jiang Shi now?"

"Fourth turn".

"It's better than..."

"No."

Another unspoken silence ensued.

“Hongbing, I know you’re unwilling to accept this,” a voice echoed in the Eternal Glory Hall, “but I’m too lazy to explain to you.”

"Hongbing wouldn't dare."

"However, I can share an interesting tidbit with you. I just accepted Jiang Shi's summons to fight alongside her, along with two Immortal Lords, but they are not the main point."

"Although the secret realm suppressed my strength to the fourth level, I had already integrated the [Eternal Flow] Tribulation Position into myself, so I discovered something."

"Jiang Shi, there is no such thing as the passing of lifespan."

Si Jun's voice, like thunder, shook the Queen Mother of Red Ice's eardrums: "Like demons in a secret realm."

The Queen Mother of Crimson Ice suddenly looked up, her face filled with disbelief. Since ancient times, messengers have never stopped studying demons. Among them, the characteristics of demons being immortal and able to resurrect infinitely have made countless immortal lords covet them. However, no one has ever been able to become a demon, and no demon has ever been able to become a human. Even the ancient demon lords were nothing more than hybrid mutants.

"If she is a demon, then a great calamity is about to begin; if she is not a demon, then an eternal immortal dynasty will reign." Si Jun said, "I dare not presume to speak of a Nine-Turn Immortal Venerable, but she is destined to become an Eight-Turn True Monarch." He continued, "Do you understand what to do?"

"Red Ice understands," Queen Mother Red Ice said solemnly. "All the immortals of Heaven, respectfully welcome Jiang Shi to take over the Heavenly Court!"

Although the price was losing her position as the Queen Mother, Hong Bing was very clear-headed. Jiang Shi was dead, but the Heavenly Court was still the Heavenly Court. However, Jiang Shi's entry into the Heavenly Court meant that the Heavenly Court had a permanent eighth-rank warrior, who had broken free of his shackles and escaped his cage, truly becoming the ruler of heaven and earth!
These mortal immortals might be able to ascend to a higher level, overcome all heavenly tribulations, and reach the eighth stage of Mahayana!
"Also, keep an eye on this person."

Another portrait was handed out. Hong Bing looked at it and saw that it was of a man wearing a mask, whose only distinguishing feature was that he had four earrings.

"If the opportunity arises, invite him to the Heavenly Court. Regardless of success or failure, remember not to harm him."

"he is?"

“I don’t know who he is, but Jiang Shi gave him the demonic essence of the Fragrant Flower Jewelry, and he infused his supernatural powers with the metal element.” Si Jun said calmly, “His relationship with Jiang Shi is extraordinary.”

“Understood.” Hong Bing paused, then asked, “Si Jun, have you considered… what if there are other people similar to Jiang Shi? I don’t object to inviting Jiang Shi, but wouldn’t it be too hasty to make a bet now?”

After a brief silence, a sigh echoed from the Hall of Eternal Glory.

"If there are more than just one person like Jiang Shi, but two, three, four, five or even more... then in this world, we are all just supporting characters."

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