Chapter 2142: Golden Wind and Jade Dew, Affairs of the World

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In the finals of the Dao Calendar 3919 Yellow River Meeting, Huang Sheli, who claimed to be twenty but was actually twenty-four, met Jiang Wang, who was nineteen at the time. He frequently tried to change direction but was unable to turn the tide of the battle and finally shook hands in surrender.

In the semifinals of that year, Qin Zhizhen, who was considered the strongest at the foundation level across various countries and was twenty-three years old at the time, held a significant advantage in terms of paper strength. He wielded a horizontal and vertical knife, displaying the state of the Yan Luo Heavenly Emperor, but was ultimately defeated by the sword immortal wielding Long Xiang Si's sword.

Later, occasionally reviewing the match, Jiang Wang would always say that the key was a sword strike named Jue Kui early on, which helped him establish an advantage before the battle. Qin Zhizhen himself, however, never found a reason for his loss.

The brilliance of the 3919 Yellow River Meeting finals, looking across the entire history, ranks among the top three, arguably even the best.

To be this brilliant is absolutely not due to the efforts of a single person; it is precisely the shining of heavenly talents, the brilliance of many stars, and also the progress of the era, a great competition across the world, thus becoming this absolute ancient song.

Before Li Yi suddenly appeared in the world and broke the prohibition of fate, there had never been a Cave True realm cultivator under the age of thirty in history. Generation after generation, the cultivation system has been reforming the past, and Li Yi is that strong voice of the era where the water has flowed and a channel has formed. He can almost be seen as a symbolic event of the prosperity of the human path.

Jing Country hid him for three years. He proved Cave True at twenty-six, and at twenty-nine, only because of the incident after Wan Yao Gate, was he urgently summoned back. One sword resonated through ancient and modern times, finally making the world aware of him.

Huang Sheli possesses a peak divine ability, Qin Zhizhen is a Heaven Treasury cultivator, and both achieved Cave True at thirty, tying the highest record of the ancients. It can be said that they have pushed the limits in all aspects. In any era, they could be called top-level talents.

It is a pity that as early as 3923, Jiang Wang, Chong Xuan Zun, and Dou Zhao successively became true, all achieving it before the age of thirty, catching up with Li Yi's sword resonance. This already redrew a boundary line for absolute heavenly talents in the world.

Among them, Jiang Wang broke the record by achieving the contemporary true person realm at twenty-three, numbered as the first true person in blue history.

They thus appear not so bright.

But no matter how not bright, this record is also a must. For Huang Sheli and Qin Zhizhen, achieving Cave True by the age of thirty is not only a cultivation goal but also a political task.

The Tai Xu Alliance has already ended, the Tai Xu Pavilion has been completely constructed, and the Cave Heaven treasure tool named Tai Xu Pavilion has been cleared out early. The Tai Xu Illusion has also been running for two years!

Why is the Tai Xu Pavilion still not open?

For no other reason.

Waiting for the Qin and Jing people.

Hegemon countries are strong in the world; this is where the name of hegemon comes from, the tacit authority.

It is not to say that these two hegemon countries cannot produce a true person who can detach from state affairs, nor is it to say that they have no younger heavenly talents. Qin Country has people like Huang Budong, and Jing Country has people like Murong Longji, all of whom achieved Cave True in the past few years.

But in terms of age, they all achieved it over thirty, which would be reviewed by people in the Tai Xu Pavilion. In comparison, they would inevitably lose the prestige of a hegemon country.

Cang Ming, the present-day divine envoy of Mu Country, also achieved Cave True at the age of thirty-three that year. But he was the first Cave True realm cultivator in their session's unlimited field, except for Li Yi, so the meaning is different. The time he became Cave True was in January 3923, which was exactly when the world was still in second place. The Dragon Palace Banquet had not yet opened, let alone Jiang Wang killing and obtaining true essence later.

Take Qin Country as an example.

Huang Budong participated in the Yellow River Meeting at twenty-nine, achieved Cave True at thirty-four, which looks like sixty.

Gan Chang'an, who participated in the outer building field that year, is the same age as Jiang Wang. If he could achieve true essence, he would be the first candidate to enter the pavilion. Even if he became a true person this year, he would tie Li Yi's record. It is a pity he did not achieve it.

Absolutely cannot let the various sides of the world wait and wait again, letting the Tai Xu Pavilion be like an empty shell, empty again and again.

If Qin Zhizhen does not become true this year, having passed the age of thirty, Qin Country will also have to push Huang Budong out. It is impossible to wait for the next ten years, for the next batch of heavenly talents.

This kind of pressure to make the world wait for one person is truly huge, especially after Huang Sheli achieved Cave True the year before. Qin Zhizhen indeed has a rock-hard will, and he still walked down step by step, leaving footprints.

Jiang Wang understood the subtle meaning from the sound of the strings. Hearing Qin Zhizhen, he knew about the Tai Xu Pavilion. He smiled and waved his hand: “Each generation has talented people come out, and the new generation surpasses the old! Shunhua Sister deserves to be the first in Shenlin. Even if I still haven't broken through the boundary, I don't know how I could defeat your He Tian.”

“Jiang Big Brother, don't say these words to humor me. I haven't done any of the great things you did in the Shenlin realm!” Qu Shunhua said: “Just your escape from the demon world alone is a feat that no one can replicate. From ancient times to now, where has there been such a Shenlin? My being first in Shenlin is at most in this decade. Jiang Big Brother's being first in Shenlin, however, spans ancient and modern times and establishes history—”

Zuo Guangshu quickly interrupted: “We are all family, you two don't come back to praise each other! Chu Yao will laugh if she hears!”

Chu Yao did not laugh, but was serious and proud: “My master is just so extraordinary!”

Qu Shunhua, however, looked at Zuo Guangshu with surprise and said: “Isn't this what you always told me? You always said how Jiang Big Brother is, invincible in the same realm—”

“So it is!” Jiang Wang clapped his hands and laughed: “Shunhua Sister doesn't know, he also always praised you to me in letters, saying how your talent surpasses others, saying how powerful this He Tian is, and that even when I was in Shenlin, I couldn't get the upper hand—”

Zuo Guangshu's handsome face flushed red, and he interrupted them in embarrassment and annoyance: “Saying it in private and saying it face to face, how can they be the same!”

Qu Shunhua ultimately felt for her dear young brother and did not join Jiang Big Brother in teasing him. She turned and said: “Then I'll ask Jiang Big Brother a question, please don't try to humor me again. Xiang Wang, the successor of Ancient Flying Sword, has been traveling the world with his sword in recent years, and his fame is growing. Everyone knows that he and Jiang Big Brother are close friends. In Jiang Big Brother's opinion, who is stronger between him and me?”

“Does that still need to be said?” Jiang Wang did not hesitate: “I am most optimistic about you! When He Tian comes out, who can compete?”

Qu Shunhua laughed very happily but still said: “Please be a little objective, Jiang Big Brother.”

Zuo Guangshu took out a record image stone and said fiercely: “Say that again, I'll record it all and play it for Xiang Wang later!”

Jiang Zhenren acted upright, sat straight, and immediately said seriously: “Objectively speaking, both of you are contemporary absolute top Shenlin cultivators, each with your own extreme advantages. If we must determine a winner, it only depends on whether his Long Guang can escape He Tian.”

“You said it again like you didn't say it. Be more objective!” Zuo Guangshu emphasized loudly.

Jiang Wang laughed and said: “If the distance is pulled open, Xiang Wang has a big advantage. If the distance is pulled close, Shunhua is sure to win.”

“Alright!” He waved his hand: “Let's talk about proper matters. What are the arrangements for the Tai Xu Pavilion?”

Zuo Guangshu could not hold onto Jiang Big Brother's handle and simply gave up regretfully: “To enter the pavilion, one must arrive at the Tai Xu mountain gate by the time of the Double Ninth Festival on September 9th. The specific arrangements will only be known then, and they won't be anything beyond the usual. Jiang Big Brother will certainly have no problem, and our Chu Country fully supports you!”

Jiang Wang's eyes lit up: “Is Huaiguo Gong going to be a witness? Yes, since Dou Zhao is entering the pavilion, Song Zhenjun always has to avoid some suspicion.”

Zuo Guangshu said: “To avoid suspicion, my grandfather is also not going—”

Jiang Wang touched his nose. Good! His relationship with the Huaiguo Gongfu is also known to the world. This back door cannot be opened.

“Representing Chu Country is my grandfather.” Qu Shunhua smiled and took over.

Yu Guo Gong Qu Jin Kui!

Jiang Wang of course knows this true lord. Under Qu Shunhua's introduction, he specifically paid a visit.

Yu Guo Gong not only has a tough identity and high cultivation, but also has a hobby of cooking. In the way of the kitchen, he is unparalleled in the world. Jiang Wang has a common language with him on this one side. In short, they are also familiar.

The threshold for entering the pavilion is right here—

First, one must have the channel and qualification to know this news in time.

Second, one must have the strength of Cave True, otherwise they cannot even walk into the Tai Xu mountain gate. The Cave True gate set up by Jiang Hong outside the mountain is still there.

Third, one must have support.

Chu Yao said in surprise: “Time is so tight, tomorrow is it!”

If Master cultivates outside and does not return, will he miss it?

Qu Shunhua laughed and said: “Because Qin Zhizhen achieved Cave True yesterday.”

Jiang Wang also smiled lightly.

Originally, the various parties participating in the Tai Xu Alliance did not open the selection of Tai Xu Pavilion members on the day Qin Zhizhen achieved Cave True, but chose the seemingly special day of the Double Ninth Festival, which already counts as showing a lot of face.

Furthermore, it also takes more or less a few days for heavenly talents from various regions to leave their own forces.

Three years have passed. He is already determined to get a seat in the Tai Xu Pavilion. No matter what form the selection of Tai Xu Pavilion members takes, he is determined to steadily get a seat—unless the various parties of the Tai Xu Alliance implement a turnip-pit policy to limit it, for example, the person entering the pavilion cannot be surnamed Jiang.

Jiang Zhenren took a sip of the tea his disciple brewed: “Is it necessary to personally make a trip to deliver a message, or did you both come together?”

Zuo Guangshu laughed and said: “This time, we came out mainly to tell Jiang Big Brother about the Tai Xu Pavilion. Secondly, I also came out with Shunhua Sister to relax.”

Since this young man achieved Shenlin and the house arrest order was removed, he has been traveling with Qu Shunhua every now and then, which is truly enviable.

Jiang Wang laughed and said: “So you just conveniently came to tell me!”

He turned his head and said to Chu Yao: “You must not learn from your Martial Uncle later—”

Seeing the jade at his disciple's waist, he suddenly raised his eyebrows: “Xiao Yao, you are not very sensible. Why did you take something so precious from your Martial Uncle?”

He naturally and smoothly extended his right hand: “Come, Master will keep it for you first, and return it to you when you grow up.”

Chu Yao obediently untied the jade at her waist and held it out with both hands, her long, slender eyes looking eagerly at Zuo Guangshu.

Zuo Guangshu raised his hand and hit Jiang Wang's palm: “What is this precious? Don't tease him. The child is still young and can't withstand a scare.”

Jiang Wang looked at Zuo Guangshu: “You were about the same age as him a few years ago.”

Time truly flows like water.

This young man still had that soft boyish voice a few years ago. Now his voice is full of nobility, with the momentum of the young duke of Great Chu. His grace and appearance are even more beyond words.

“Alright!” Zuo Guangshu had a beauty by his side and was not in the mood to reminisce with his old big brother. He stood up neatly: “The message has been delivered, we will leave now!”

Jiang Wang followed suit and went through the customary courtesies: “It's already mealtime. Aren't you going to have a drink before you leave?”

Zuo Guangshu said: “We're not eating. We still have many places we haven't strolled to!”

Jiang Zhenren glared at him: “What? Do you dislike the food here? We have famous chefs from six countries here—of course, they can't compare to Tai Huang Tai, let alone Yu Guo Gong. It's fine if you don't eat!”

He boasted halfway and then gave up, remembering that Zuo Guangshu had cooked water here.

Golden wind and jade dew are human scenery; the perfect pair boarded the carriage themselves.

Only to see the cloud tide roll away.

Jiang Zhenren looked at the cloud trails from afar and sighed: “Those with feelings finally become a family, pulled by a celestial horse, touring mountains and rivers. Truly good!”

Chu Yao's eyes lit up beside him, strongly approving: “Having money is truly good!”

On September 8th, Dao Calendar 3926, Chong Xuan Zun, the Champion Marquis of Great Qi, publicly announced that in pursuit of his personal Dao path, he was detaching from Qi Country, relinquishing his title and resigning from the army. From now on, he is a free person.

On the same day, Dou Zhao announced his detachment from Chu Country, Huang Sheli announced his detachment from Jing Country, Cang Ming announced his detachment from Mu Country, and Qin Zhizhen announced his detachment from Qin Country.

Mirror World Platform also announced on behalf of Li Yi that Tai Yu Zhenren officially detached from Great Luo Mountain and detached from Jing Country.

Overnight, the world gained some more free true persons with no door, no faction, and no affiliation.

September 9th, Dao Calendar 3926, Double Ninth.

Jiang Zhenren, in a green shirt, held a sword and came alone to the Tai Xu mountain gate.

Ten thousand li of cloud and fog, vast at his feet.

Endless quicksand, swept over by one sword.

Although the border wilderness has a tense atmosphere, as long as Jiang Zhenren does not specifically seek out heaven demons, there are basically no problems for him now.

Having heard of Tai Xu for many years, this was his first time coming to the Tai Xu mountain gate.

It is a pity that the imprint of the Tai Xu Sect basically no longer exists here.

Even many of the law arrays near this mountain gate are diverse and without style, as if they were exhibitions from various countries.

In just three years, metaphysics, which was popular for a time, is no longer discussed by many people. The Tai Xu Illusion, however, is getting richer and richer, and more and more widespread. People rarely mention Xu Yuan Zhi anymore.

Of course, everyone knows that there is a great existence within the Tai Xu Illusion, named the Tai Xu Dao Master.

It is absolutely fair, absolutely just, high above, overlooking everything within the Tai Xu Illusion.

People also recognize some virtual spirits, and even each virtual spirit has its own name and emotions, its own story and past. But no one will discuss the difference between Xu Ze Ming and Xu Ze Fu anymore, and no one will care whether Xu Jing Xuan is still pedantic.

They are the servants of the Tai Xu Walker, explorers who exist alongside the illusion, participants in history... and spectators of the era.

Replacing the entrance of the Tai Xu mountain gate is the Cave True gate set up by South Heaven Master Ying Jiang Hong. It hangs high in the sky, overlooking the quicksand, and has a typical Daoist architectural style—

It is a stone archway, tall and textured. It naturally divides the two instruments, and the stone patterns exhaust profound patterns.

There is no one guarding the mountain gate; this gate is enough to isolate everything unrelated.

Jiang Wang did not sigh too much and stepped into the middle of the gate.

Beyond the gate is also high sky. The first thing he saw was a huge eight trigrams platform like a floating landmass. Everything outside the eight trigrams platform was hidden in the cloud and fog.

The closer he flew to this platform, the more he could perceive its vastness.

Surrounding the eight trigrams platform stood huge shadows like hazy high walls; these were the Dharma image projections of stronger Dao cultivators from various regions. Even for the matter of entering the Tai Xu Pavilion, not all of them needed to come in their true bodies.

The attendance list was similar to the last Tai Xu Alliance but had subtle differences.

They were respectively—

Jiang Mengxiong of Qi Country, Ying Jiang Hong of Jing Country, Fan Sinian of Qin Country, Qu Jinkui of Chu Country, Gong Xiyan of Jing Country, Tu Hu of Mu Country.

Chan Master Zhi E of Suspended Temple, Chan Master Zhao Wu of Sumeru Mountain, Dean Bai Ge Xiao of Green Cliff Academy, Si Yu An of Sword Pavilion, Wu Bing Yi of Three Punishments Palace, Lu Maoguan of Giant City.

The huge eight trigrams platform was naturally divided into many areas. Heaven, earth, wind, fire, mountain, water, thunder, swamp, everything was there.

The eight directions fixed the trigrams, and inside were mountains and water.

Surrounded by huge Dharma images, it was like a miniature potted landscape.

In fact, people among them were just like ants.

People were scattered among them, either in the mountain forests or by the river.

Among them were not only competitors for the Tai Xu Pavilion members but also observers from various forces and manpower stationed at the Tai Xu mountain gate by various parties several years ago.

A large part of these cultivators would later directly become subordinates of the Tai Xu Pavilion and receive dispatch from the Tai Xu Pavilion members.

Jiang Wang discovered that he seemed to be the last one to arrive—he came all the way from Star Moon Plain and indeed did not see anyone else.

He laughed at Dou Zhao for being so anxious, and Chong Xuan Zun for being anxious. One by one, they were too anxious, lacking several points of the steadiness a true person should have!

What was worth celebrating was that the Dharma images of the strong cultivators surrounding the eight trigrams platform were all still closing their eyes, obviously not yet at the appointed time.

Jiang Zhenren could not help but slow down his footsteps, restraining his voice and breath as he flew down, wanting to naturally and smoothly blend into the crowd and scatter among the trigram platform.

“Jiang Wang! This way!” Huang Sheli, who became true last year, stood on top of a dangerous peak, wearing a very conspicuous yellow robe, waving his hand forcefully: “It's very empty beside me!”

Everyone's gaze was cast over.

Even the Dharma images of Dao cultivators who had derived their strength opened their eyes directly!

Jiang Wang's face was expressionless, his eyes not looking to the side, and he calmly walked to Huang Sheli's side.