Yuantian Pidao

Chapter 224 The Story Takes Shape
In Yanqiu, the cold wind howled, and the snow and ice lingered for a long time.

Above the clouds, Jiang Chen transformed into a dragon, ascending to gather energy. His dragon body roamed, his true energy surging, constantly chasing a white bone bead, which was the Dragon Water-Covering Armor.

Time passed, and after the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, Jiang Chen completed his cultivation and swallowed the White Bone Pearl in one gulp.

"After reaching the peak of Qi Refining, refining magical artifacts became much easier. Of course, this was also partly because the Flood Dragon Water Armor was my natal magical artifact."

"Compared to ordinary magic artifacts, natal magic artifacts are indeed unique. When the level is high, they can boost a cultivator's cultivation level. When the level is low, their quality is more easily improved under the influence of the cultivator's strong cultivation."

As he carefully observed the changes in the Flood Dragon Armor, a smile appeared on Jiang Chen's face.

This Flood Dragon Armor is of extraordinary nature, possessing a hundred magical restrictions from birth. After being refined by him over this period, the essence of this magical artifact has been further enhanced, giving rise to the one hundred and eighth magical restriction, making it a truly top-grade magical artifact.

"The top-grade magic weapon is complete, but I wonder when the Flood Dragon Armor will become a spiritual weapon."

Shaking his head to gather his thoughts, Jiang Chen moved and landed on the cloud.

Not long after, news reached Yanqiu.

"The imperial army's Xuanjia troops have entered Qingyuan County and will arrive in Changfeng County soon?"

Looking at the latest intelligence sent by Du Zhong, Jiang Chen raised an eyebrow. The other party had indeed arrived faster than he had expected.

How many people still know this news?

After putting down the letter, Jiang Chen turned his gaze to Du Zhong.

"Reporting to King Jiao, the Xuanjia Army has not made any deliberate attempt to conceal its whereabouts. Its military might is formidable, and it seems to be intentionally suppressing the local area. Although this news has not yet spread completely in Changfeng County, some powerful cultivation families should already know about it."

In a low voice, Du Zhong revealed his guess.

Hearing this, Jiang Chen nodded.

"Has the Yellow Wind Sect made any moves? With the arrival of the Xuanjia Army, what should they be doing?"

Changing the subject, Jiang Chen asked another question.

"Reporting to King Jiao, the Yellow Wind Sect is currently very quiet and has not made any moves."

As he spoke, a hint of hesitation appeared on Du Zhong's face.

Logically, the Yellow Wind Sect shouldn't be so calm knowing that the Xuanjia Army is approaching. Whether they want to escape or fight the Xuanjia Army, they should have taken some action. It's just too quiet now.

That's why he found it strange.

Upon hearing Du Zhong's words, Jiang Chen seemed to be deep in thought.

"The Xuanjia Army is renowned, while the Huangfeng Sect is a motley crew with mixed members. They suffered a defeat recently and lost their fighting spirit. If they really knew that the Xuanjia Army was coming, they would not be so calm. Many of them would probably choose to run away."

The voice was faint, but Jiang Chen guessed what it meant.

Upon hearing this, Du Zhong felt even more puzzled. "Jiao King, the purpose of the Xuanjia Army's southward march this time is to suppress the rebellion and destroy the Huangfeng Sect. It is a matter of life and death. The Huangfeng Sect will definitely pay close attention to the Xuanjia Army's movements. They shouldn't be unaware of the news, right? After all, the Xuanjia Army has made quite a stir."

Still puzzled, Du Zhong asked the question that had been bothering him.

Having been by Jiang Chen's side for a long time, he had gained a certain understanding of Jiang Chen's temperament. He became much more relaxed and no longer as cautious as before. Of course, the reason he spoke up was because he had developed a certain sense of belonging to Yanqiu.

The arrival of the Xuanjia Army will first and foremost affect the Huangfeng Sect, but Yanqiu will also be significantly impacted. At this critical juncture, many things need to be handled with caution.

"That's how it is under normal circumstances, but it's not certain if the higher-ups of the Huang Feng Cult intend to block the news."

His voice was low and deep, and Jiang Chen seemed to be referring to something.

After searching Black King Kong's soul, he gained a relatively clear understanding of the internal situation of the Yellow Wind Cult. He was able to confirm that the Yellow Wind Cult was not simply a rebel army, but a pawn deliberately cultivated by someone in order to disrupt the situation in Changfeng County.

Upon hearing this, Du Zhong was slightly taken aback, while Jiang Chen's thoughts drifted away.

"If Black King Kong's guess is true, and Yellow Wind Hermit really is that person from the Wen family, then things will get interesting."

"Although Lu Ran, the governor of Changfeng County, was an official selected by the imperial court and received great support from the court, he colluded with the Qingmu family after arriving in Changfeng County. This has been verified by both Zhuang Tianxing's memories and Black King Kong's memories, and it should be true. This is the most fundamental cause of his death."

"Besides that, the Wen family came from the capital, so they should have connections with the royal family or someone in the royal family. This makes a lot of things clear."

As the fragments were pieced together, a nearly complete story began to emerge before Jiang Chen's eyes.

"A storm is brewing. The Xuanjia Army's entry into Changfeng County may not be aimed at the Yellow Wind Sect. Perhaps they are the only ones who are in the same boat, and I am the outsider."

As he parted the fog and glimpsed a bit of the truth, Jiang Chen's expression darkened. Although all of this was just speculation and there was no concrete evidence, it was enough for him. After all, he wasn't investigating a case; mere suspicion was enough for him to make some decisions.

"The Xuanjia Army is renowned and its strength should be considerable, but it definitely does not reach the Dao Foundation level, at least not the one that went south this time."

"In this way, even if the worst happens, it won't actually pose much of a threat to me. In fact, I'm stronger than before."

With his profound inner energy flowing through his body, Jiang Chen remained calm and composed, his strength being his greatest source of confidence.

"In a way, the arrival of the Xuanjia Army is not necessarily a bad thing. It's not that we're afraid of the enemy moving, but that we're afraid of the enemy not moving and becoming a coward. That would be more troublesome to deal with."

"If they really want to scheme against me, I can just go with the flow. My spiritual accumulation is not yet complete. The destruction of the Yellow Wind Sect can serve as my last resource to help me take this crucial step."

As the thoughts collided, Jiang Chen formed a plan in his mind.

Since the loss of Black King Kong, the Yellow Wind Sect has become much more cautious from top to bottom, sticking to its principles, which has prevented him from finding any opportunities during this period.

Although he is strong enough now, if Huang Feng Sanren is determined to escape or uses the formation to hold his ground, he doesn't have a good solution. The arrival of the Xuanjia Army can break the current stalemate.

"A reputation needs to be demonstrated through deeds. Destroying the Yellow Wind Sect and losing the Xuanjia Army will surely shake the four southern prefectures."

With a deep, thoughtful gaze, Jiang Chen turned his eyes towards the outside of the main hall, as if he were anticipating something.

(End of this chapter)