Primordial Era: A God-Level Choice, Possessing Zhao Gongming at the Start.

Chapter 300 Peak Primordial Golden Immortal: Treating the Wise and Talented with Respect

This was Zhao Gongming's second time breaking through in the Chaos, and he was clearly very familiar with the process.

Before long, the lightning of the Great Dao Judgment that had enveloped a large area of ​​star field dissipated.

Zhao Gongming successfully broke through to the peak of the Hunyuan Golden Immortal realm.

An unparalleled sense of power surged into Zhao Gongming's heart, comparable to the power of a Quasi-Saint at the Great Perfection of the Primordial Era.

No, it's even beyond the ordinary Quasi-Saint Great Perfection.

In addition, Zhao Gongming possesses numerous top-tier treasures, including the Styx River and Zhen Yuanzi, who are top-tier veteran quasi-saints. He is even confident that he can defeat them.

"The peak of the Primordial Golden Immortal realm is not enough. It would be perfect if one could attain the Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal realm before the end of the Investiture of the Gods calamity."

Zhao Gongming secretly pondered that this time, he was willing to send two spies, Shen Gongbao and Jiang Ziya, deep into the enemy camp, in order to prevent the spies from being exposed in the future.

Given the temperaments of Yuanshi, Zhunti, and Jieyin, they would most likely disregard martial ethics and engage in a gang fight.

The Immortal Slaughtering Sword Formation cannot be broken by anyone other than the Four Sages, but if the Four Sages join forces, no matter how strong the Immortal Slaughtering Sword Formation is, it will surely be broken.

Zhao Gongming must attain the Dao of the Primordial Golden Immortal before the end of the Investiture of the Gods.

Only then can the ultimate fate of the Jie Sect be changed, and only then can the Jie Sect truly soar to new heights.

Zhao Gongming estimated that, based on the current progress of his cultivation, it shouldn't be a problem for him to attain the Great Luo Golden Immortal realm before the end of the Great Tribulation.

At this time, Shen Gongbao and Jiang Ziya also arrived in Xiqi, weary from their journey.

Walking on the streets of Xiqi, Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao couldn't help but shake their heads inwardly.

The roads in Chaoge are wide, flat, clean, and straight, wide enough for four carriages to pass side by side.

The people of Chaoge, though dressed in coarse cloth, had rosy complexions.

His eyes were full of anticipation for the future, and he had energy for everything he did.

The officials in Chaoge were honest and upright, the administration was clean and efficient, there were no cases of abuse of power or oppression, and the people lived in peace and contentment.

But what about Xiqi?

The streets were uneven, and only the main thoroughfares that led in all directions looked somewhat decent.

Most of the people were dressed in rags, emaciated and pale, like walking corpses.

Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao even wondered if they had come to the wrong place.

Is this Xiqi?

It can't even compare to one percent of a major merchant!

Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao kept shaking their heads. What did they mean by "the phoenix sings in Xiqi" and "Xiqi prospers"? With Xiqi in such a state, how could Ji Chang be any kind of wise ruler?

They even dared to try to replace the Shang Dynasty; they were dreaming.

Although Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao were inwardly full of slander, they remained outwardly calm.

They knew their mission clearly and understood what they were going to do next.

Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao spent more than half a month exploring Xiqi and familiarizing themselves with the situation there before finally arriving at the residence of the Marquis of Xibo.

It must be said that the Marquis of Xibo's mansion was indeed magnificent and covered a vast area.

There are over a hundred guards at the gate, each one strong and muscular, with broad shoulders and thick waists, and sharp eyes. They are elite soldiers who can take on ten men each!

Upon seeing Shen Gongbao and Jiang Ziya approach, the guard glared at them and said in a cold tone.

"Unauthorized personnel, please remain at bay, or you will be killed without mercy!"

Having said that, he drew his long sword, his killing intent palpable, and locked onto Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao.

Shen Gongbao and Jiang Ziya were both enlightened immortals, so naturally they wouldn't be frightened by the guards.

The two men stood with their hands behind their backs and said calmly, "I am Jiang Ziya, a disciple of the Chan Sect of Kunlun Mountain. This is my junior brother, Shen Gongbao, a direct descendant of the Western Sect. We wish to see the Marquis of Xibo. Please inform him of our presence."

"The Immortal of Kunlun Mountain"

The guard was puzzled, but seeing that Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao spoke with great confidence and their brows were full of self-assurance, he said...

"Please wait a moment, I'll go in and inform them."

The guard gave a signal to the men around him and then walked straight into the Marquis of Xibo's residence.

In the study of the Marquis of Xibo's residence, a guard respectfully reported, "Your Excellency, two people are requesting an audience outside the residence. One says they came from Kunlun Mountain, and the other says they came from the west. I dare not be careless and have come to report."

Bo Yikao, standing beside Ji Chang, heard this and his face showed anger as he cursed.

"What Kunlun Mountain, what Mount Sumeru? They're just two freeloaders. Go beat them up and get rid of them immediately."

Ji Fa, standing to the side, remained silent. He was well-read and naturally knew what existed on Kunlun Mountain and Mount Sumeru.

Not to mention the Shang Dynasty, even in the entire prehistoric world, it was a power standing at the top of the pyramid.

But Ji Fa saw that Boyi Kao was furious and it was inconvenient for him to speak.

Upon hearing this, Ji Chang glared and angrily rebuked Boyi Kao, "Insolence! This is a true immortal; how dare he utter such arrogant words!"

"Welcome them in quickly, and be sure to treat them with respect."

But soon, Ji Chang shook his head, "Never mind, I'll go greet him myself."

If those two people were truly from Kunlun Mountain and Mount Sumeru, then they would be disciples of a sage through and through, and it would not be excessive for him to personally go out to greet them.

But if it's just nonsense, then don't blame the Marquis of Xibo for being ruthless.

"Yes, my lord."

Ji Chang led the way, followed by Boyi Kao and Ji Fa, and they marched in a grand procession toward the outside of the Marquis of Xibo's residence.

Outside the Marquis's residence, Ji Chang looked at Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao, who had extraordinary bearing and clear distinction between right and wrong, and all his doubts disappeared. He quickly bowed.

"I am Ji Chang, and I greet the two venerable immortals."

"Marquis of Xibo, you may rise." Jiang Ziya casually cast a spell to lift Ji Chang up.

Ji Chang rose, his face showing excitement mixed with a hint of doubt, and cupped his hands in greeting, saying, "May I ask what brings you two immortals to my Xiqi?"

Jiang Ziya did not respond directly, but looked around and said with a smile, "We're already at the gate, won't you invite us in for a seat, Lord Marquis?"

Ji Chang slapped his forehead and said with a forced smile, "How could I have forgotten about that? Please forgive me, two immortals, and come in."

Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao entered the Marquis of Xibo's mansion, where they found it luxurious and exquisite, with pavilions, towers, artificial mountains, hot springs, and all sorts of rare and exotic animals.

It was in no way inferior to the capital city of Chaoge, he thought to himself, shaking his head inwardly.

All that talk of unparalleled benevolence and love for the people is just an act.

If they truly loved the people like their own children, then where did all those disasters and famines outside Xiqi City come from along their journey?

Ji Chang invited everyone to the main hall of the Marquis's residence, and then, feigning a respectful and courteous demeanor, inquired.

"I wonder what brings you two immortals to my Xiqi. If there is anything I can do to help, I, Ji Chang, will certainly not refuse and will do my utmost."

Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao exchanged a glance and laughed, "It was our teacher who sent us down the mountain to assist the True Lord of Destiny."

"The Mandate of Heaven?"

Ji Chang was taken aback and somewhat at a loss.

"That old guy's acting skills are top-notch."

Shen Gongbao, Jiang Ziya shook his head inwardly, but outwardly remained very solemn.

"Did you hear the phoenix's cry that came from the sky above Xiqi more than half a month ago, my lord?"

Ji Chang nodded. "A phoenix cry was heard. What is it?"

"The phoenix cries in Xiqi, the Mandate of Heaven returns to Zhou!"

The voices of Jiang Ziya and Shen Gongbao rang out simultaneously.

Ji Chang's expression changed drastically. "Two immortals, you can't say such things carelessly! The current ruler of the world is the Shang King. How could my small territory of Xiqi possibly covet the Mandate of Heaven, let alone have the strength to do so!"

(End of this chapter)