A Man in the Snow: Starting with a Sword Challenge to the Northern Liang Prince's Palace

Inside Baoguo Temple, everyone was quietly listening to the words of this poor scholar from a humble background.

They talked for half an hour, their conversation meticulous and insightful, every word reasonable, completely contrary to the usual words and actions of famous scholars.

When famous scholars discuss metaphysics, it is truly profound and mysterious, leaving listeners bewildered and confused. It is by no means something that ordinary people would say.

Chen Xiliang used the most ordinary language to make the meaning clear to the hundreds of listeners present, regardless of whether they were educated or not.

This is the true realm.

As Ye Yun sipped his tea, he seemed like a stabilizing force, keeping the hundreds of scholars sitting below the stage calm and composed. Even those who disliked Chen Xiliang's remarks listened attentively.

overbearing.

This allowed Ye Yun to fully demonstrate his abilities.

Yuan Honghu, who had been thrown out by Ye Yun, was helped back into Baoguo Temple by a group of people.

Out of the corner of Ye Yun’s eye, he saw a middle-aged scholar carrying a long sword, his sword intent surging.

"Junior brother, someone has brought thugs."

Huang Longshi watched as if he were watching a play.

"Senior brother, why don't you take care of this?"

"Tch, the Lu family's brat calls himself the Tangxi Sword Immortal. Since when can someone at the Finger Profound Realm be called a sword immortal?"

Huang Longshi looked at him with disdain. He thought that even he couldn't last more than a few moves against someone of this skill level.

The man with the sword darted through the crowd like a fish, arriving at the pavilion where Ye Yun was.

"Lu Baijie greets Young Master Ye."

Lu Baijie was very polite and did not attempt to attack Ye Yun as expected.

The moment he approached the pavilion, his scalp tingled with fear.

It was a sword intent that was neither here nor there, yet it could draw him in. He had a feeling that if he dared to draw his sword, he would surely die today.

"So you're quite pragmatic, aren't you? Are you willing to draw your sword for Jiangnan?"

Ye Yun said softly.

"Of course I wouldn't dare."

"The Lu family will follow me from now on. I wonder if Sword Immortal Tangxi would agree?"

Ye Yun's words stunned the sword immortal.

He just wanted to confirm one thing: whether Ye Yun was really here.

When the imperial family of Liyang changed emperors, several elders of the Lu family also followed the late emperor in death.

Now it seems he is certain of one thing.

Zhao Kai's successful ascension to the throne is inextricably linked to the man before him.

"I need to return and discuss this matter with my family."

Lu Baijie dared not refuse directly, so he could only stall for time.

"Alright, after this is over, I will personally pay you a visit."

Ye Yun's voice wasn't loud, but it rang loudly in Lu Baijie's ears.

"yes!"

The sword immortal left Baoguo Temple without looking back.

"Sigh, I doubt even Cao Changqing is as domineering as you. The title of Hegemon of Western Chu should belong to you, Ye Yun."

Huang Longshi had only been with Ye Yun for a few hours.

He then saw everything clearly, and based on his own strength, he acted domineeringly, but extremely rationally, using people's hearts to make his plans.

It's simpler and more straightforward. Compared to what he does, it seems a bit small, but it's like building a house, slowly laying a solid foundation.

"Western Chu? Too small!"

"The Lu family of Jiangnan Road is not the largest family. If they are unwilling, there are other families that are willing. We can just try more and there will eventually be one that is willing."

Ye Yun glanced at the several saints over there, as well as the Buddhist saints.

Something is quietly happening here, aiming to change the landscape of Jiangnan Road.

The "Qu Shui Tan Wang Ba" (a traditional Chinese talk show) over there was also nearing its end. Originally prepared for the talented scholars and celebrities of Jiangnan, it ended up becoming the main stage for Ye Yun and Chen Xiliang.

From now on, the whole world will know that Ye Yun comes from the Shangyin Academy.

A pale and thin little girl appeared beside Chen Xiliang, which made her feel sorry for her. Huang Longshi took the initiative to share some fruits and snacks with her, which made her very happy.

"Let's go! It's boring here. Let's go talk about some important world affairs."

Ye Yun's resolute tone left Chen Xiliang with no courage to refuse.

This is the true aura of a dominant ruler.

On the carriage.

Ye Yun, Huang Longshi, and Chen Xiliang sat quietly together.

Only the sound of burning charcoal in the stove could be heard.

"Senior brother, do you think he can become the next Zhang Julu?"

Ye Yun glanced at Huang Longshi and said.

"He can be a behind-the-scenes strategist."

This sentence is highly praised.

Chen Xiliang frowned, his heart filled with doubt, as if he had been caught in a storm.

He only learned of Ye Yun's name today, and through other people's accounts, he understood just how formidable this person was.

"Chen Xiliang, you are a rough gem. If you were given a carving knife to properly refine yourself, you could achieve great things."

Would you be willing to join my ranks, Ye Yun?

Ye Yun said sincerely.

"Young Master Ye, why did you choose me?"

Chen Xiliang did not immediately agree.

"Because I share your view that Confucianism is the outward expression, while Legalism is the inner essence, only in this way can a country be governed."

Ye Yun's voice was very soft.

But for Chen Xiliang, it was like an earthquake.

Are these two planning a rebellion?

"Chen Xiliang: The world, after a long period of division, will unite; after a long period of unity, will divide."

The fate of the Yang dynasty has run its course. The Northern Barbarians and the Northern Liang will eventually clash. The world is already in dire straits and needs a ruler who can unify the land.

However, this so-called ruler of the world is not simply an emperor, but someone who establishes a moral compass for heaven and earth, establishes a destiny for the people, continues the lost learning of past sages, and brings peace to all generations.

"I, Ye Yun, can do this."

Ye Yun expressed his inner thoughts using Confucian principles.

Even Huang Longshi, who was standing to the side, was trembling. He was also a Confucian: "Teacher, your judgment is correct."

"To establish a moral compass for Heaven and Earth, to secure a destiny for the people, to continue the lost learning of the sages, and to usher in an era of peace for all generations."

Chen Xiliang kept repeating this sentence to himself.

Hey!

Chen Xiliang knelt directly in front of Ye Yun: "Chen Xiliang, a poor scholar, is willing to serve as your lord."

Ye Yun quickly helped him up: "Haha, we're family now."

Huang Longshi sighed, "The world is about to change."

"My lord, do you have any soldiers, armor, or cities?"

"No!"

"Do you have a large amount of money and armor?"

"No, not at all!"

Chen Xiliang: ……………!

Does having nothing mean you have to accumulate everything little by little?

"Haha, we don't have money or armor for now, but I've taken control of Huishan Xuanyuan, so let's start from the Jianghu (martial arts world)."

You need not worry about money, provisions, soldiers, or even cities. I wonder if Xiliang has a plan for the future.

Ye Yun smiled slightly and said instead.

Chen Xiliang pulled out a somewhat worn map from his waist, on which all the important locations were marked.

"My lord, since Xuanyuan Huishan is our lord, then we will use Jianzhou as our base, annex Hezhou, and seize the entire former state of Southern Tang. Now, with the former territory of Western Chu as our shield, we will take the former state of Southern Yan. With the strength of these two states, we can easily annex the entire former territory of Western Chu and form a four-way balance of power."

The war between Liang and Mang is inevitable, and we can seize the opportunity to rise up. In twenty years at most, or ten years at least, the world will be within our grasp.

Ye Yun nodded in satisfaction: "Senior brother, if I want to establish a nation, I need a true dragon. So, I entrust the true dragon's fortune locked in Shu to you."

"Alas, I was indeed outmaneuvered by you, junior brother. I will make the trip for you."

As soon as Huang Longshi finished speaking, his expression transformed into a golden light and disappeared from the carriage.

Ye Yun couldn't even catch that slight fluctuation. It was indeed a cunning loach with a mysterious ability to escape. His intuition back then was correct.

If you want to kill Huang Longshi, you'll probably have to put in some effort.