As the former southern headquarters of the Wusheng Sect and the living beacon of Shinto that controlled the incense in the southwest, the Yanyun Mountain Underground Palace was built to a very high standard.
Of course, people like Zhang Jiaozu would not have a fixed residence. But those Dharma kings and so on in the past often stayed in this hall.
This palace is deep underground and is dark and cold. Of course it gathers energy and energy, and it also hides wind and water, making it difficult for outsiders to observe.
Since the souls of the ancestors of the Wusheng Sect were scattered, the Wusheng Sect collapsed overnight. The dilapidated Yanyun Mountain Underground Palace also fell into silence after the last wave of monitoring monks withdrew.
The spider webs are dark and the ground is overflowing with water, making it a home for snakes, insects, rats, and ants.
In the years that were divided into day and night, there was no more popularity here.
There is only an undercurrent of tide and residual resentment.
Until a certain moment——
Tick.
A drop of dark red blood traveled through the fresh soil, finally reached the end after a long journey, squeezed out of the crack in the dome, and just dripped down.
It fell into the culvert formed by the blast of the floor tiles, causing ripples in the faint underground water.
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The Emperor of Chu vowed to destroy the South Dou Hall and sent out an order to move in all directions, with thousands of troops marching.
The most powerful sects in the Nandou Palace did not show any strength to fight back. In less than ten days, all open operations in the Southern Territory were wiped out and locked up to be slaughtered.
"Anyone who dares to name Nan Dou in the territory will be punished and will be punished!"
The Chu State did not dominate the southern region for a hundred years.
This incident caused an uproar in the entire world, with undercurrents spreading throughout all realms, with ripples extending beyond the east and west. However, all forces in the world unanimously remained silent.
Qu Zhongwu, the real person of the time, was a side branch of the Qu family of the Great Chu. Of course, if he could cultivate to the realm of Dongzhen, his branch would have already returned to the main line. His direct descendants would all enjoy the rights of the main line descendants of the Duke of Yu's Mansion.
To destroy one Nandou Palace, one evil army is enough.
A strong man from a noble family like Qu Zhongwu went with the army, not so much to check for deficiencies but to intimidate all parties.
However, due to the great achievements of the Nandou Dian family, there were many members scattered in all directions before the Chu State's uprising. No matter how big and dense the fishing net cast by the Chu State was, there would always be a few fish that slipped through the net.
At this time, strong men outside the army are needed to hunt down.
For example, Master Tiantong was killed by Dou Zhao all the way to Tianwai.
For example, before the Chu State took action, Master Tianji and Master Qisha had disappeared.
Among the six true beings of Nandou, the remaining three true beings, Si Ming, Tianliang, and Tianxiang, together with Lord Changsheng, the master of Nandou Palace, were blocked in the secret realm of Nandou.
So there are actually only two big fish that escaped.
One is the number one real person in computing power today, and the other is the number one in killing power of a real person today.
Although many people joke that the number one in the South Dou Hall is waiting for them, but this is only compared to those undisputed existences across the ancient and modern times.
As real people, they are well-deserved top powerhouses.
Qu Zhongwu came out to arrest people, bringing with him the imperial edict of Chu and the public order of Yu. With the help of the power of Chu, he majestically crushed the people. And during the war, the true king of Chu was able to support him at any time - this time the sect was destroyed, Chu was ready
preparations to suppress the support of any party.
So he pursued the clues without much scruples.
But right now there is someone who is even less scrupulous than him——
Zhong Liyan, a martial artist with his spine opened to the twenty-fourth level, rushed into the sky recklessly. He displayed his energy and blood unscrupulously, causing the space to be slightly distorted. The energy was rolling like an angry sea, and his whole body was as hot as a burning ball.
Fireball.
Every part of my body, from my hair to my toes, was roaring with one sentence: I am a true martial artist!
It is not that there are no martial arts masters in the Southern Region, Qu Zhongwu has also personally come into contact with them. Wu Xun, the great general of the Wei State, is a martial arts powerhouse with a backbone that reaches the twenty-sixth level. He is only one step away from Wang Ao, the number one martial artist in the world.
The ultimate proof of enlightenment.
But it was indeed the first time for Qu Zhongwu to see such a "conspicuous" martial arts master like Zhong Liyan.
It didn't happen before, just because Zhong Liyan didn't make it happen.
This guy's cultivation level has made a huge leap, but his brain seems to have remained the same.
To a certain extent, it can be regarded as "implementing the truth and being consistent".
Strictly speaking, this is the territory of Yue State.
Qu Zhongwu came here to find the "Southern Dou Thief", of course there was a reason why he had to come. The overlord of the Southern Territory also has the qualifications to be overbearing.
But even with the imperial edict and the official decree of Yu State hanging on his waist, he dressed lightly and entered the country in a low profile. How could Zhong Liyan be so arrogant!
You should be somewhat concerned about the mood of the Yue people, right?
Qu Zhongwu squeezed out a hint of the smile of an elder towards a younger generation: "A Yan, what are you doing?"
Zhong Liyan said carelessly: "I heard that you have caught a clue to Ren Qiuli! I'm here to help you catch the thief!"
Qu Zhongwu was stunned: "In this recruitment, you will not be included in the army."
Zhong Liyan waved his hand: "I, Zhong Liyan, serve the country loyally, how can I be subject to restrictions? The rise and fall of the world is the responsibility of the genius; national affairs should be left without fighting!"
Qu Zhongwu held his forehead and sighed: "It's not yet time to conquer the whole Nandou Hall to destroy only one Nandou Hall. The imperial court has its own layout, and you... Brother Zhaojia, do you know about this?"
Zhong Liyan flew down and said nonchalantly: "He is old. I will make the final decision on my family's affairs in the future!"
"Really?" Qu Zhongwu asked.
"Not today, not tomorrow, tomorrow, the day after tomorrow, sooner or later!" Zhong Liyan vaguely explained, and said positively: "Master Qu, where is the thief? I will be a vanguard for you!"
Qu Zhongwu was just about to find a reason to refuse, when suddenly a thought came to his mind and he turned around to look.
Gao Zheng, who was dressed in casual clothes, just fell from the clouds. His movements were ethereal and there was no smoke. There was a calm smile on his face: "A distinguished guest is coming to the door. It's really rude for Gao to not greet you from afar!"
Qu Zhongwu smiled and said, "It's Brother Gao. I thought it was Gong Zhiliang coming here."
Gong Zhiliang is the current prime minister of the Yue Kingdom, and Gao Zheng is the retired prime minister of the Yue Kingdom. Qu Zhongwu's words are not without the intention of questioning the power and responsibility.
"Don't we know each other better? It's easier to talk if we have anything to say." Gao Zheng's smile did not change: "Nandou Palace dares to commit treason, and he will not be punished unjustly. Brother Qu, if there is anything you need to cooperate with, just ask!
"
"Master Qu, the situation is urgent." Zhong Liyan listened impatiently. These old guys are so talkative that they like to go around blindly. There is no point in going around and they all leave you guessing. What a waste of time.
!He finally got the upper hand this time and called Dou Zhao back to know the truth, but what should he do?
"Master Qu, do you think--" Halfway through his words, Zhong Liyan felt like there was something extra in his hand.
Qu Zhongwu smiled and said: "Go and do your work yourself. I'll chat with Gao Zhenren for a few words."
Gao Zheng was noncommittal and just looked over with a faint smile.
Zhongliyan couldn't bear to see so many people, so he immediately stood up and roared like thunder across the field or like a meteor flying across the sky.
Qu Zhongwu said: "Young people are impatient. Don't be offended by Gao Zhenren."
"No, of course not." Gao Zheng said with a smile: "Who hasn't been young? When I was young, I was more anxious than him. When I asked about Mu Gu Academy, Grandmaster Chen shook his head when he saw me."
Qu Zhongwu was present that year, but he just said meaningfully: "This guy's temper still needs to be tempered by worldly affairs."
"Jade must be cut, and iron must be sharpened." Gao Zheng said: "But it is easy to break when cut, and easy to be damaged when polished -"
Just as he was talking, another figure passed by in the sky.
With the strong wind blowing across the fields, the golden light broke through the clouds, and his body was unruly. He and Qu Zhongwu just looked at each other, but they didn't even look at Gao Zheng.
Wearing military uniforms with a red background and gold edges, and a posture like the scorching sun, who else could it be besides Dachu Douzhao?
Gao Zheng looked at this fleeting figure from a distance and couldn't help but sigh: "This vast country is filled with outstanding people! We often see geniuses!"
Qu Zhongwu clasped his hands next to him: "Isn't your Bai Yuxia very good? He is very impressive on the river viewing platform. Later, he realized the presence of gods, participated in the murder of the real person, became famous and powerful... and got close to Jiang Cabinet Member."
Gao Zheng was not subtle: "Perhaps we made the wrong choice, but who can predict it? As small as a person or as large as a country, many mistakes will inevitably happen. But some mistakes can be saved, and some mistakes can be saved.
The fault can only be missed.”
Qu Zhongwu said: "On the majestic road, if you make mistakes, it is just a waste of time. If you are on the edge of a cliff, if you miss a step, you will be in an abyss."
Gao Zheng smiled gently and harmlessly: "The proud man of Chu is naturally on the grand road."
"Actually, Ge Fei is also very good." Qu Zhongwu said in an incomprehensible tone.
"Yes." Gao Zheng sighed: "It's a pity that it was ruined."
Although Qu Zhongwu asked many questions, he didn't seem to care about the answers at all. He looked into the distance and smiled: "It's rare for Master Gao to go down the mountain. Don't you want to lead me to see the scenery of Yue?"
Gao Zhengdao: "The tall buildings of the Chu State can see the gardens of the Yue Garden. The Wushan Mountain in the corner of the Chu State casts its shadow on the Qiantang River across the land. Is there any scenery like this in the Yue State that Qu Zhenren has never seen?"
Jiaowu is a famous mountain in Chu, and Qiantang is the first river in Yue. Gao Zheng's words are very modest, almost saying that Yue is the back garden of Chu, where he can take whatever he wants and let it be slaughtered. But in fact, it is this country that has been in the country for a long time.
In its history, it has always maintained its independence in the face of high pressure from the Chu State.
The Three Thousand Yuejia and the Qiantang Navy have both left a deep mark on history.
Qu Zhongwu smiled and said: "Then I have to ask Master Gao."
Gao Zheng stretched out his hand and said, "Watch while walking?"
Qu Zhongwu saw the grace of famous people very much. He parted his sleeves and stepped forward: "Thank you!"
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What Zhong Liyan got from Qu Zhongwu was a compass.
The direction of the pointer is the whereabouts of Tianji Zhenren Ren Qiuli, and Tianji leads him.
Ren Qiuli is the most powerful real person in the world, his whereabouts are unpredictable, and his secrets are hidden. But this compass is the heavenly disk created by Zhuge Yixian, the great shaman of Chu State!
Of course, it is not the original piece of the most precious star divination card, but Zhuge Yixian's power is attached to it. Even though it is divided into two parts, the power of the original plate can still be seen.
The people of the Chu State were superstitious about ghosts and gods, but the official government did not regard ghosts and gods as highly respected. It was nothing more than an imperial edict, "all mountains and rivers follow the will of the emperor."
However, the Chu court specially set up the extremely prestigious official position of "Great Witch". In the grand ceremonies of Chu State, its rank was still before the prince, and second only to the emperor.
Throughout the history of Xiongchu, there has been only one great wizard.
This great witch has only one name, and that is Zhuge Yixian. This is the peerless strong man who accompanied the Emperor Taizu of Chu to raise armies and conquer these majestic mountains and rivers.
He inherited the ancient barbaric witchcraft, but combined it with astrology to complete the "new elucidation" of Tao, combining the two Taoisms, and became the only "Star Witch" in ancient times.
With his old man taking action, it is really not difficult to suppress Ren Qiuli.
Zhong Liyan fell into the mountains, gathered his energy and blood, and grabbed the compass. Although his steps were light, his fighting spirit was high, and the Nanyue Sword on his back was a little hard to restrain.
He just has a bad temper and a foul mouth, but he is not stupid. The reason for making a big fuss before was to find Qu Zhongwu quickly. Now that he has clues at hand, he naturally has to work quietly——
Otherwise, with the majesty of Uncle Zhongli, the enemy would not be frightened by the news and start running away six thousand miles away?
As he was traveling very quickly and stealthily, he suddenly heard a clear voice coming from behind him - "Stop!"
This familiar voice startled Zhong Liyan. He untied Nanyue in an instant and released the string like a powerful crossbow, turning the ground into shocking lightning and escaping into the distance in an instant.
But a gap suddenly opened in the sky in front of him, and Dou Zhao, who was holding Tianxiao in his hand, stepped out: "Still running!"
Zhong Liyan quietly put the compass back on his waist, sneered, and held Nanyue in front of him: "I've had that body in my hands for several days, and you just come to the door now? Isn't it too insensitive?
Already?"
Dou Zhao looked him up and down: "For picking up corpses, a small soldier is enough. You, Zhong Liyan, have the talent of a corps leader. If you go out personally, you are a bit overqualified!"
Zhong Liyan said angrily: "I'm not picking it up, I'm robbing it! If you have the ability, just snatch it back!"
Dou Zhao waved his hand casually, as if to shoo away flies: "It's just a real corpse, what's there to care about? I don't know how many people Dou killed with his knife. You put it away first, and I'll pick it up for you in a few days."
Zhong Liyan was furious, but after thinking about it, he just hummed and turned around to leave.
"Wait!" Dou Zhao stopped him: "What are you doing now?"
"I can do whatever I want. It's none of your business. Do you care?" After Zhong Liyan scolded him, he asked, "What are you going to do?"
Dou Zhao raised his sword: "Of course we will kill the remnants of Nandou and the remaining members of Sanfen Xianglou."
"Go back!" Zhong Liyan waved his hand: "You have already left Chu State! You are a disciple of Wuming, this matter is not your turn!"
Dou Zhao looked at him and said, "I'm dealing with personal grudges, what kind of reputation do I need?"
"Who do you have a personal grudge with?" Zhong Liyan asked.
"Of course -" Dou Zhao changed the topic: "Who are you following?"
"No." Zhong Liyan said: "I have recently become a martial artist, and my energy and blood are too strong, so I am in a panic. I can't sit still, so I just wander around!"
"They've all left Chu State!"
"My legs and feet are numb, can't I?"
Dou Zhao said "Oh" and was about to leave. Suddenly he raised Tianxiao and pointed angrily at Zhongliyan behind him: "Ren Qiuli! How dare you act so arrogantly as a bereaved dog!"
Zhong Liyan was taken aback. How could he be approached without noticing?
Turn around with your sword, and lift Nanyue like a mountain, suddenly showing its majesty!
But there is no Ren Qiuli anywhere in the field of vision?
There are only countless black cracks that easily divide the entire space. Everything attached to this space is like jade, crushed in an instant! Zhong Liyan is also here.
Such a martial arts master, when faced with this sudden change, he did not get angry but smiled: "Dou Xiao'er, it seems that you have also realized the gap and started to sneak attack on me!"
His breath makes thunder.
Qi and blood surge up, like a mountain of smoke, towering into the sky.
He used no other means, stood on the same spot, and directly resisted the crack with his body - the damage that cut open the space, but failed to cut through his flesh and blood.
He looked up to the sky and roared, and both the man and the sword were enveloped in the boiling blood: "Come! This sword is the leader from the south, and the martial arts of Chu State is the best. I will give you a defeat!"
But amid the infinitely brilliant sword light and the thick mist of Qi and blood that roared like a sea, a hand poked out of the crack in Zhong Liyan’s back and pulled at his lower back as swiftly as lightning——
"Bring it to you!"
Douzhao took the compass and slashed with his backhand, cutting open the crack in space and causing people to step into it.
The gap was closed and there was no trace of the person.
