Chapter 523: The external situation, the relics of the old friend
In this Shanmen crisis, Yang Zhenren led many allies of the Lujiang League to come, which really contributed greatly.
Otherwise, Lin Shan might not be able to subdue Ancestor Lu Que without exposing his spiritual treasure.
Because of the combined efforts of nearly thirty Jindan masters, no matter how powerful Patriarch Lu Que was, he could only surrender and capture him.
"Go, bring out all the delicacies from the mountains and seas, spiritual fruits and spiritual brews, and entertain all of you!"
Lu Xiuming took the order, and soon a sumptuous banquet was held.
The aroma of wine overflowed in the main hall, and the aura filled the nostrils.
Lin Shan searched for a large amount of seafood spirits from all over the East China Sea, and also bought many recipes from the restaurant owner in Qiu Maple Valley, the hometown of Song Dynasty. They all came in handy this time.
In addition to the Linghua, Lingguo, Lingdao and Linggu harvested in the Luosong Mountains, as well as the ginkgo and monkey wine from the cliff forbidden area, there are really many categories.
Even though the Lu country was prosperous in culture, there were still many golden elixir masters from various sects who had never tasted them. This time it was a real treat.
Only Chicken Brother stands out.
He only sat on his small table, pecking at the spiritual rice and oil cakes in his broken bowl. These were refined grains brought by Demon King Jianjia and the Peacock Royal Family, which were of a higher grade than those provided by Lin Shan.
The pig-headed monster doesn't refuse anyone who comes.
Although this hell demon commander ate well in the local demon elephant king's military camp, the food from other worlds was also very fresh to him and he ate it with relish.
Especially when Lin Shan took out two corn sticks that he had used up and gave them to him to chew on, he was so happy that he couldn't open his mouth from ear to ear.
The Black Skeleton Demon Lord was huddled in the hood of his black robe, not eating anything, just sitting quietly.
Master Zhankong is versatile and acts as the diplomat of Xungu Sect.
Ancestor Lu Que, who is new to the religion, is not polite. He can sew all kinds of species, so he eats everything.
He has worked really hard these past few decades, so he treats himself well and ignores the outside world.
Lin Shan took Master Zhankong to toast to all the Jindan masters. He first thanked everyone for coming to help, and then contacted them one by one.
Everyone had a new understanding of Lin Shan's strength, and with the addition of a great master to the Xun Gu Sect, they were naturally in awe and greeted everyone with smiles.
After the pleasantries.
After three rounds of wine, the five flavors of food are gone.
Yang Zhenren asked Lin Shan about his plans for the north.
The battle between Xungu Cult and merchants in the northern part of the Lujiang River Basin, between Chixiao City and Happy Forest, has basically attracted most of the attention of the western part of the Lu Kingdom in recent years.
Whether the Lujiang League ends or not depends entirely on Lin Shan’s decision.
With his current strength and reputation, plus the strong support of the Yang family, there will probably be no noise from the entire alliance.
Lin Shan had just come out of seclusion and had not had time to think about this issue carefully.
Now taking advantage of the wine bureau, I discussed it with Master Yang and Master Zhankong, and decided not to escalate the situation yet, and wait and see what happens next.
Yang Zhenren nodded, but showed some concern and didn't ask any more questions.
Afterwards, he told him about some of the big news that happened in the State of Lu in the past thirty years.
"The ancestors of the Nascent Soul stage have been away for a period of time and have not returned yet. And not long ago two years ago, the soul lamp of Zhenjun Chengji in Jingyang Academy went out, and he was suspected to have died."
"This incident first created an undercurrent in the Lu Kingdom cultivation world, and then caused an uproar."
"Some say that he was framed by his teammates and died in the depths of the Piluo Desert, some say that he was surrounded and killed by the Nascent Soul Stage Demon Lord of the Demonic Kingdom, and some say that he accidentally entered a forbidden area and ran out of ammunition and food."
"In the end, Jingyang Academy came forward to suppress those who spread rumors, and announced that it was clear that the life of Zhenjun Chengji was approaching and that it was a normal death."
"In short, the death of the true king has been confirmed, and there is no doubt. This will probably change the overall situation of the Lu country!"
"It's just that the return date of the major Nascent Soul stage ancestors is still undecided. The top forces have closed the mountain gates and everyone is in peace. I'm afraid it will be difficult to say in the future."
Lin Shan nodded indifferently. This was indeed a major event that could make the entire cultivation world of Lu country tremble, but it had no impact on him.
How about Jingyang Academy, minding its own business?
The ones he currently has a relationship with are Yunchuan Academy and Shangyang Academy. One is his investment client, and the other is the backer of his enemy.
The top forces in the central part of Lu State have nothing to do with him for the time being.
However, in the Xungu Sect, including Lu Xiuming, Wu Hanqiao and others, as well as many factions who graduated from Jingyang Academy, they are concerned about this matter.
After Master Yang said this, Master Zhankong went on to say the next one.
"In the southwest of Lu State, in the Mekong Delta area, after nearly decades of competition, a new regional academy has emerged, replacing the Zhenzhi Academy that was originally destroyed, and becoming one of the top ten academies of the new generation in Lu State."
“It’s called Hongdu Academy!”
"Before this school, it was just an unknown, third-rate pheasant school with no reputation"
Before he finished speaking, Brother Ji next to him became unhappy.
"No, you're talking about you, why do you always involve me? Don't hurt your friend by accident, okay?"
"Sorry, sorry, I made a slip of the tongue"
Master Zhankong was embarrassed and continued to report to Lin Shan in a lowered voice.
"Amidst the fighting and competition among many schools, the entire southwest of Shandong Province is in flames of war. In the world of cultivation, alliances, betrayals and assassinations are being staged all the time."
"There are obviously some schools among them that are stronger than Hongdu School in terms of their own strength and connections. There are even Yuzhang Academy that everyone has been optimistic about, which is the most promising to win, but they all collapsed in the general trend."
"In the end, Hongdu University overcame obstacles all the way, went against the current, successfully stood out, and had the last laugh."
"After a long war, southwestern Shandong was devastated and was in need of reconstruction. All local sects and families suffered heavy losses and had to recuperate. Finally, they unanimously recognized the establishment of the new academy."
"It's just that the final canonization still has to be recognized by the leading Confucian sects from central China, the two major families of Confucius and Mencius, Bailu Academy and Jingyang Academy, before the name can be changed."
Lin Shan nodded thoughtfully, knowing a little about the Confucian rules of the Lu Kingdom.
Only the top ten academies are qualified to be called ‘academy’ or ‘academic palace’.
But other than that, it can only be called something like a ‘other college’ or something like an ‘academy’.
Although Hongdu Academy won and became the final winner in southwestern Shandong, without the recognition and canonization of the four top Confucian forces, they could not change their name.
As long as the name is not changed for one day, it will not be able to enter the ranks of the top ten academies and it will still be a pheasant academy.
But now that the top forces have closed their doors, it is estimated that the canonization will have to wait until the ancestors of the Nascent Soul Stage come back before they have the time and energy to approve them.
Generally speaking, this matter can be regarded as a major event in Lu State that can influence the regional structure.
"I happened to receive an invitation from Hongdu Academy here, please see the alliance leader."
Master Yang on the side handed over the letter, and Lin Shan took it and read it.
The content inside is relatively polite and very formal.
It is nothing more than that Hongdu Academy completed its integration in the Mekong Delta last year. This year, it will hold an opening ceremony, inviting all local forces in southwest Shandong, as well as major forces in other regions of Lu to come and watch the ceremony. Cross-domain invitations basically cover a certain industry monopoly, which can be called a family of cultivation giants.
As the leader of half of Western Shandong, the Lujiang League will naturally receive invitations.
The wording in the invitation was also very polite, asking the leader and deputy leader of the alliance to come to Southwest Shandong as a guest when they have time, and they would be treated well.
Although the Yang family of Zhenren Yang no longer has the strength of the giant family, it still has the financial resources and industry of the giant family, plus the high position of deputy leader of the Lujiang League, so the Yang family also received the invitation.
"Leader, look, are you going to attend this grand ceremony?"
Yang Zhenren asked for opinions in order to make immediate adjustments.
If Lin Shan wants to go, then Lin Shan will represent the Lujiang League, and he himself will represent the Yang family, a family of cultivation.
If Lin Shan doesn't go, then as the deputy leader, he will have to give priority to representing the Lujiang League, and the Yang family will have another Jindan master to represent their own family.
"Do you think I should go?"
Lin Shan put down the invitation and asked them for their opinions.
Master Yang and Master Zhankong looked at each other and nodded, feeling that it would be more appropriate to go there.
Whether it is the Lujiang League or the Xun Gu Sect, if they recruit elite disciples from all over the Lu State, they must have good relations with the major academies.
Although most of the teachers currently come from Yunchuan Academy and Jingyang Academy, other academies also go to campus to recruit students every few years.
If it weren't for the business relationship in the past few years, Shangyang Academy would not have been cut off.
Although Hongdu Academy is newly established, it already has the potential to become one of the top ten academies. Logically speaking, you should go and watch the ceremony.
Lin Shan nodded, indicating that he could consider this matter.
"How long does it take for the ceremony to start over there?"
"About half a year later."
The establishment of such a large force usually sends a message to the cultivation world across the country half a year in advance, leaving enough time for the guests to avoid being unable to get away when they arrive.
"Okay, I get it."
It was up to him whether he would go or not. He asked Zhenren Yang to reply first, and the Lujiang League would definitely send someone to support him.
Yang Zhenren roughly said something about what happened next.
Most of them had nothing to do with the Lujiang League, and Lin Shan just wanted to hear about world affairs, but there was one piece of news that brought back his memories.
"The great elder of Yue Sect in Lubei Town passed away eighteen years ago. Our Yang family sent people to express our condolences."
"It was only five years ago that the master of Ludong Sanxu Zen Cave was exposed. His eldest disciple and his master's wife had committed adultery and secretly killed the old cave master. The subsequent inheritance was unevenly divided and they turned against each other."
"His son escaped because he was studying in a college outside."
"When I reached the cultivation level and broke through the golden elixir stage, I sought revenge on my stepmother and senior brother, but was seriously injured by the adulterer and adulteress."
The great elder of Lubei Zhenyue Sect and the master of Ludong Sanxu Zen Cave were both good friends who had a close relationship with the ancestor of the Yang family.
The three brothers had accompanied Lin Shan on several journeys in the forbidden cliff area, and they had some friendship.
The great elder of the Zhenyue Sect is enjoying his old age peacefully. After all, the Zhenyue Sect is considered a large sect.
The master of Xuchan Cave's later years were a bit miserable, and even sounded very bloody.
The wife of his second love affair was a poisonous woman, and her adultery with his eldest disciple was not counted. After being discovered, they simply killed her husband together and divided up the inheritance that was supposed to be left to their son.
Then the two of them deliberately set up a trap to pretend that the spoils were distributed unevenly, to mislead their son into taking the bait.
When his son came to seek revenge, they once again jointly laid an ambush.
If Xuchan Cave Master's son hadn't had two brushes, he would have been killed in one fell swoop, and the old Cave Master would have been almost wiped out!
"After his son was seriously injured, he fled to Lubei Zhenyue Sect. However, the new chief elder of the sect had no old feelings, so he only kept him for three days and then politely asked him to leave."
The Zhenyue Sect's approach is understandable, and the personal friendship of the former Great Elder has nothing to do with the sect.
Please don’t bring your grudges and grudges from the outside world to us.
Leaving you for three days to recuperate is already interesting enough.
Three days later, the son of Xuchan Cave Master was forced to continue to flee. Behind him, his stepmother and senior brother were chasing after him, taking advantage of the opportunity and vowing to eradicate the root cause.
There was a lot of commotion along the way, and what happened between them was discovered by someone who was interested and the news came out.
The son of Xuchan Cave Master ran into trouble with the Zhenyue Sect, so he had to go all the way west to the Lujiang River Basin to seek shelter from the Yang family.
The Yang family was in a period of decline. After the death of the ancestor of the Yang family, there were only two golden elixir monks left in the family. Therefore, they were very keen on outside talents. In addition, they had friendship with the older generation, so they accepted the son of the master of Xuchan Cave. .
The two men who were chasing him were dissatisfied and wanted to ask the Yang family for help.
As the deputy leader of the Lujiang League, Yang Zhenren naturally didn't care about what these two people thought. He told them that this person was on his own and left as soon as possible.
Of course, you still have to avenge yourself for killing your father. It is not convenient for the Yang family to overstep the boundaries of others. This is the rule of the Lu Kingdom's cultivation world.
The two men were so resentful that they had no choice but to turn back to Ludong.
Logically speaking, this matter has come to an end, and the rest of the matter will be left to them to resolve themselves.
But when Yang Zhenren said it to Lin Shan, he naturally had a deep meaning.
"The alliance leader, the eldest disciple of Xuchan Cave Master, and Xu Xian's Taoist companion, are chasing after his son not only to eradicate the roots, but also because Xuchan Cave Master left an important treasure behind during his lifetime. Clues!”
"Oh."
Lin Shan responded casually, a little uninterested.
If the Xuchan Cave Master's son comes to him in trouble, he might think of his old friendship and protect him.
But if it is something messy, then there is no need to understand it.
He still had a lot to do and had no time to care about anything else.
Seeing that he didn't seem to have any reaction, Yang Zhenren looked a little embarrassed, so he had no choice but to come over and whisper in a low voice.
"Leader, this treasure is no small matter. The son of Xuchan Cave Master promised that as long as we can help him avenge, he will hand over the information."
Lin Shan sneered, what treasure has he not seen before?
The things left by a mere Golden Core Stage cultivator are already a bit despising given his current worth.
"Then tell me, what makes you, the head of the Yang family, excited?"
Yang Zhenren looked around and found that the Jindan Zhenren in the main hall were drinking and mingling with each other. No one deliberately released their spiritual consciousness to look around. It was very impolite.
Ancestor Lu Que was eating and drinking as much as he could, paying no attention to anyone.
The Black Skull Demon Lord and Master Zhankong were talking about something at the side.
Only Brother Chicken and the Pig-Headed Monster came close to him, eavesdropping with their ears raised, and they almost startled Yang Zhenren!
"Say it, they don't need to see each other!"
Lin Shan put down the wine cup calmly and ignored the two guys behind him.
(End of chapter)