Chapter 18: The iron cable crosses the river, and the heroes fight to cross the river
"Everyone, tell me, what useful news have you gotten during this time?"
In a rather dark room, three people were hiding in the darkness and having a secret conversation.
"I got reliable information. Just three days ago, Zhang Sanfeng agreed to be the head of the Dragon Protection Department."
"And the imperial court has already released news that the Dragon Guard Division will seize martial arts from all over the world in the future. Those who do not surrender will be defined as demonic cults by the imperial court, and a large army will be sent to encircle and suppress them."
One of them spoke, and as soon as he said this, the other two fell silent.
I don't know how long it took, but someone finally spoke in a hoarse voice: "It seems that this old dog Zhu Yuanzhang is determined to suppress the Jianghu forces."
"If we wait for the Dragon Guard Division to be formed, what chance will we have to survive?"
"Alas... even Zhang Sanfeng became a court eagle dog, which I didn't expect." An old voice couldn't help but sigh.
"Brother, you have to make up your mind. This is our last chance and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
"Xu Da and Chang Yuchun are both leading the army in battle. Liu Ji was sent to the south three months ago to perform official duties."
"The current Huajing Grandmaster in the imperial court is only Mao Xiang. Even if he is hidden, he can't surpass the three of them. This time the world's warriors gather in Yingtian, a mixture of fish and dragons. This is our best chance to kill Zhu Yuanzhang."
"If we miss this time, I'm afraid Zhu Yuanzhang will be completely secure as emperor."
"What did Brother Yang say?" The old voice did not answer immediately, but asked the person who first provided the information.
"There are currently four great masters of Huajin in our sect, and they have all arrived this time." The man said.
"good!"
Another person sounded quite excited: "We have three Huajin masters here including me, and they are all in place."
"Senior brother...!" After he finished speaking, he saw that the old man had not spoken for a long time, so he couldn't help but urge him again.
"well……!"
"This matter is too big and I can't make the decision. I have to ask the master for instructions!" the old man said.
"Venerable Nianhua has already entered the innate realm?" the person who spoke first suddenly asked.
"Yes!" The old man gave an affirmative answer.
"That's great. Your Majesty can contain Zhang Sanfeng by breaking into the Xiantian realm. We will be sure of everything this time."
"As long as Zhu Yuanzhang is killed, my lord ascends to the top and shouts, Huguang, Zhejiang, Fujian, Guangdong and other places will be able to raise 200,000 troops in an instant, and it will be easy to conquer Yingtian..."
Unknowingly, time has come to October of the second year of Hongwu.
The martial arts conference that the entire world has been waiting for has finally officially kicked off.
The small island in the center of Mochou Lake, Feixian Pavilion.
Zhu Biao stood on the balcony on the fifth floor of the attic, leaning on the railing and overlooking the sparkling Mochou Lake.
At this moment, a huge and special arena has been set up on Mochou Lake.
It is said to be huge because this arena encompasses the entire Mochou Lake.
What's special is that this arena is not made of wood, but is connected by iron cables, some high and some low, some thick and some thin, covering the entire Mochou Lake.
In addition, the entire Mochou Lake, including the shore, is fluttering red sun and moon flags. Looking from here, you can see the red ocean.
The Ming Dynasty was still red. Looking at these ubiquitous red dragon flags, Zhu Biao seemed to have returned to his previous life.
"All of you martial arts comrades must have heard that the main reason for the martial arts conference held by the imperial court is to establish the Dragon Protection Division!"
"The old Taoist is favored by His Majesty and is appointed as the Chief of the Dragon Protection Division."
"In addition to me, the Dragon Guard Division also has four levels of heaven, earth, black and yellow offerings. Among them, there are thirty-six seats for the yellow-level offerings. Everyone must know the rules. There are thirty-six pieces of yellow-level dragons on the iron rope across Mochou Lake.
Anyone under the age of twenty-five can participate in the Guarding Token. With these tokens, the first comrade to land on Feixian Island in the middle of the lake can join the Dragon Guard Division."
"A storm is about to arise in the world, and those of us who practice martial arts must move forward bravely."
"Don't miss this opportunity, try your best to get through!"
Zhang Sanfeng's voice slowly echoed throughout the ten-mile radius of Mochou Lake, and everyone felt as if the voice was ringing in their own ears.
"This old Taoist priest has become stronger again!" On a high platform opposite Mochou Lake, Yang Wudi, the leader of the Sun Moon God Sect, glanced in the direction of Zhang Sanfeng with a hint of fear in his eyes.
"Senior brother, can you give me an accurate answer as to whether we should do that big thing or not?" In another direction, beside Zen Master Kongzhi of Shaolin Temple, a middle-aged man with a hood covering most of his face asked anxiously.
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Zen Master Kongzhi raised his head and glanced at the young figure wearing a bright yellow python robe on the Feixian Tower. He slowly shook his head and said: "A prince is not enough. Master, he said it very clearly, unless Zhu Yuanzhang comes to Mochou Lake in person."
, otherwise Shaolin will not take risks."
"Alas...!" The middle-aged man sighed helplessly.
Of course he also understood that the key to everything still lies with Zhu Yuanzhang.
But this person is too cunning, and it is still unclear whether he will come in person.
He didn't dare to do anything deliberately. Now he had no other choice but to let fate happen.
Thanks to the fact that the imperial court began to spread rumors about holding a martial arts conference three or four months in advance.
In addition, during this period of time, Jinyiwei has continued to spread the word about Hulongsi's future treatment and benefits in the world through various channels.
Most of the people who can stand here at this moment are people from the world who are interested in the Dragon Guard Division.
Therefore, the moment Zhang Sanfeng finished speaking, countless martial arts masters from all directions who met the requirements had already begun to cross the sea and fly towards the center of the lake, showing off their talents.
It is very difficult to walk on water when the energy is above the level of energy, but it is still no problem to cross the iron rope.
But that was a situation where no one could stop it. Now that countless people are fighting for the thirty-six iron ropes connecting Feixian Island, it is naturally even more difficult.
As for the warriors below the Jin level, it is difficult to even climb the iron rope and walk, so they are directly excluded.
A few people who did not believe in evil wanted to try it, but they were thrown into Lake Mochou before taking two steps.
Those who can join this competition for Huang-level Dragon Guards must be at least a warrior at the Jin level.
"Dad, I'm on board!" Duan Zhenzhen, on the east bank of Mochou Lake, looked excited and eager to try.
She doesn't care about Huang Jie Longwei, but so many martial arts masters of the same generation are competing on the same stage, and in such an interesting way. Just thinking about it makes people excited. I believe that no martial artist will refuse to show themselves on such a stage.
strength.
"Go ahead and try to get the first place for dad!"
Duan Yong nodded with a smile, and then said to the other disciples around him: "You also come, whether it will succeed or not will be discussed later, just to gain experience in the world."
"Yes, Master!" Five or six disciples behind him saluted respectfully, and then rushed onto the iron rope impatiently.
Speaking of which, Duan Yong originally only planned to attend this conference with his wife and daughter, and take a look at the bustling Nanjing city. But when he got here, he inquired about it, and he immediately learned about the Dragon Guard Division.
Different from the resistance of many people in the world, Duan Yong was keenly aware of the opportunities contained in it as soon as he heard the news.
Jianghu knights sound happy and unparalleled, but in fact, the real Jianghu is not like that at all.
Duan Yong has been involved in the Jianghu all his life, and he understands that the Jianghu is not as poetic and picturesque as it seems on the surface. It is actually filled with countless killings, conspiracies, and betrayals.
It can be said that ever since he stepped into the whirlpool of Jianghu, he has always slept with one eye open at night.
I was afraid that someone would accidentally wipe my neck.
People who only know how to hang out in the world will never be able to get on the stage.
This is a profound summary of Duan Yong's life who has been involved in martial arts all his life.
This is why Shaolin and Wudang can remain standing, their business can be spread all over the Ming Dynasty, and they have a vague meaning of transcending the world.
It's not that they have a great reputation in the world, but that they actually have another level of identity, the Buddhist Holy Land and the Taoist Holy Land.
This is their talisman.
Duan Yong used to be very envious of this, but now such an opportunity is also in front of him.
Guardian Dragon Division.
As long as he can join the Dragon Guard Division, the armored gatekeeper will have a more powerful amulet than the Buddhist and Taoist gates.
This was the fundamental reason why he went to great lengths to summon all his disciples and let them all participate in the competition for the seat of the Dragon Guard Division.
He wanted the court to understand his sincerity and determination.