Cyber Daming

Longhu Mountain, Guangxin Prefecture, Jiangxi Province.

The incense was so strong that it was like a huge white fog lingering around the entire mountain. When ordinary people walked in it, they could not see the rocks and vegetation three feet away.

The sound of chanting mixed in it was endless, as if there was a strange magic that could calm the mood of the climbers.

Yan Dongqing looked up and stared at the strange scene that appeared in his sight for a long time.

It was a peak suspended in the smoke of incense, and the bottom was as smooth as a mirror, as if the celestial being cut down from Longhu Mountain with a sword with supreme power.

The peak was lush with vegetation, the corridors and eaves of the Taoist palace were intertwined, the red walls were layered, and a mechanical lotus with a complex structure and green Taoist patterns all over it bloomed in the middle.

This Taoist artifact that Yan Dongqing had never heard of was terrifying in size, with a diameter of more than a mile. The nine lotus petals were painted with a Zhoutian star array. Even at this moment under the blue sky and broad daylight, the flickering stars could be seen in it.

But such a huge monster was actually held in someone's hand at this moment.

The owner of the figure had pale hair and beard, but had a childish face like a child, eyes like mountains, and was looking down at him at this moment.

At the moment when their eyes met, Yan Dongqing felt as if there was a thunder explosion in his ears, his heart was trembling, and his five internal organs were shaking, as if a god in the sky ordered him to kneel down immediately and abandon Confucianism and follow Taoism.

The invisible pressure filled the world, and Yan Dongqing felt like a small boat in the storm, which could be overturned by the waves at any time.

Just as he struggled to resist, a drop of sweat slid into his eyes along his forehead, and the sudden sourness and stinging made Yan Dongqing blink.

The sight was bright and dark for only a moment, and the terrifying figure had disappeared.

Only the peak that was still floating in the strong incense was left.

"Second Daoxu, the Heavenly Lord of the Realm."

Yan Dongqing muttered to himself, the back of his robe was soaked with sweat, and waves of bone-chilling cold surged through his limbs.

"Liang Gongming of the Heavenly Master's Mansion of Longhu Mountain, under the order of Heavenly Master Zhang, is here to welcome Yan Huishou."

A gentle voice awakened Yan Dongqing from the intimidation that went straight to his heart. He retracted his gaze and looked closer.

I saw Liang Gongming bowing to him, with a smile on his round face, amiable and amiable.

"I didn't expect that it was Master Liang who came to greet me personally. I am really flattered."

"Don't be so polite, Master."

Liang Gongming smiled with narrowed eyes: "There is only one Master on this Longhu Mountain. All the others are just Taoists who follow Master Zhang. They are definitely not worthy of the title of 'Master'. If you don't mind, you can just call me by my real name."

"I am sorry for being rude."

Yan Dongqing bowed in return: "I am Yan Dongqing of the Spring and Autumn Association. I meet Master Liang."

"Don't blame those who don't know. Master Yan, please come in."

Liang Gongming turned sideways and made a gesture of invitation, and walked side by side with Yan Dongqing.

"Since Emperor Jiaqi ascended the throne, many years have passed. Yan Huishou is the first Confucian leader to climb Mount Longhu. This is of great significance and makes Mount Longhu glorious!"

"Master, you are joking. I am not a Confucian leader. At best, I am just a scholar who does not want to go along with the crowd."

"Hey, Master, you don't have to be modest. It is not something that ordinary people can do to establish a new party outside the all-powerful New Donglin Party. Although I am not a Confucian, I admire Master Yan's feat every time I think of it."

"I don't deserve it. I don't deserve it. But the deeds of Master leading his disciples to break out of Shu, go through bloody battles, and kill three members of the Fashu in a row really make me admire you very much."

Just as the two were talking about some meaningless nonsense, the voices coming from the thick fog of incense became more and more lively.

"Today's incense is a bit extra thick."

Liang Gongming said to himself and waved his sleeves forward.

The incense mist broke through, revealing a huge square with a length and width of more than 100 meters.

In the square stood a huge furnace tripod more than 10 meters high. Thick smoke was billowing from the mouth of the tripod, but surprisingly it was not choking at all. A strange fragrance entered the nose, making people feel relaxed.

Thousands of cushions were placed around the giant tripod, and many believers sat cross-legged on it, extending the wire harness connection through the tripod feet to enter the Huangliang Cave Heaven.

Deep in sleep, with an intoxicated expression.

Liang Gongming seemed to have no intention of taking a detour, and took Yan Dongqing straight through the crowd of people who were practicing.

After approaching, Yan Dongqing immediately felt that the space around him became stagnant, as if he was walking in a swamp, and countless dreams around him were ending and opening at the same time.

In addition, there were a series of sounds of breaking order like a silver bottle breaking, one after another.

The Taoist temples lined up around the square were also crowded.

However, compared with the Daoist order in the square, those who are qualified to enter the temple for cultivation are obviously stronger and more qualified, and their ranks are almost all above the sixth order.

Although no traces of talismans and Daoist weapons were seen along the way, the powerful strength of the new Daoist order can be seen from this small corner.

"The grand scene of Longhu Mountain is really fascinating."

Yan Dongqing did not hide his envy in his eyes and exclaimed: "The Daoist country on the ground deserves its name!"

"They are all Taoist boys who have only learned a few rudiments of Taoism. Their current state is due to the gift of Zhang Tianshi. They look glamorous on the surface, but when they encounter those followers who have fought hard to come up, they will immediately We need to show our true colors. Over time, there may be a few more successful juniors, but it’s not worth mentioning right now.”

"The Taoist priest is too modest."

Liang Gongming stroked his beard and smiled and asked: "Not to mention them, Pindao heard that Yan Huishou personally drew a Confucian blueprint in Huangliang. I wonder if I can have the opportunity to enter it to observe and appreciate the local customs. ?”

"Taoist Master, it's too late. The Confucian Kingdom has been sunk into the depths of the deep sea by Li Jun's men and is torn to pieces."

Yan Dongqing's expression was unusually calm, as if he was just talking about some trivial things that had nothing to do with him.

"These lawless madmen deserve to die!"

Liang Gongming scolded angrily, and then comforted him: "But you don't need to take it to heart, it's just a dream. With the ability of the leader, you can completely build a real Confucian country that is unique in reality."

"Having said that, it's not easy to turn dreams into reality." Yan Dongqing suddenly sighed.

"Everything is difficult at the beginning. Now the leader has taken the most difficult step and has drawn a clear line with the narrow-minded Emperor Jiaqi. As long as he successfully overcomes the hurdle before him, the Spring and Autumn Society will be able to get rid of the shackles and become completely independent and become a worthy of the name. The new party. With the leader’s now deeply rooted reputation, it will be easy to take over the position of leader of the Confucian Xu Party!”

Liang Gongming said: "Confucianism precedes the six arts, and etiquette is the most respected. If the leader can be promoted to the second order with etiquette, I am afraid that even Zhang Fengyue will have to retreat and bow his head."

Yan Dongqing smiled bitterly and said: "Master Taoist, please stop making fun of me. I am just a desperate person now. If the Heavenly Master hadn't been merciful, I would have had this head removed from my neck long ago."

"If there is no reward for good and evil, there must be selfishness in the world. Hui Shou, you only got into trouble with Li Jun's rampant evil demon because of your pursuit of justice. Although Taoism emphasizes quietness and inaction, you will never sit back and watch the evil demon wreak havoc and persecute Zhongliang. !”

Liang Gongming's words were resounding: "Now that Zhang Tianshi has given you permission to go up the mountain, you have already made your attitude clear. Longhu Mountain will be responsible for your safety to the end. Then no matter how rampant Li Jun is, will he still dare to attack Longhu Mountain?" "

"Master Tian's righteousness, Yan Dongqing is deeply grateful."

"It is the duty of Longhu Mountain to uphold the right path."

One sheds tears of gratitude.

An awe-inspiring person.

At this moment, both of them seemed to have forgotten what happened in Guangxin Mansion not long ago.

"However, although Master Tian's kindness is overwhelming, I cannot be shameless. Sooner or later, I will have to go down the mountain one day."

Yan Dongqing said solemnly: "As long as Li Jun doesn't die, my heart will not be at ease!"

"Pindao naturally understands this truth."

Liang Gongming shook his head and said: "But Wu Xu itself is an extremely difficult sequence. In addition, Li Jun is the person who is now the source, and he is blessed by Wu Xu's luck. It is difficult to kill him."

"I cannot agree with what the Taoist Master said. It is not difficult to kill Li Jun at this moment."

"What does this mean?"

"Does the Taoist priest know that Li Jun has entered Beizhili now?"

"I heard about this."

"In the battle of Zhenlu Court, Li Jun and I forged an undying feud. The news that I went to Longhu Mountain this time could not be hidden from anyone who was interested. Li Jun must have known about it, but he did not come after me. Why?"

Yan Dongqing asked himself and answered: "The reason is very simple. As the Taoist priest said, he did not dare to go to Longhu Mountain at all, so he could only kill some innocent members of the Spring and Autumn Society to fulfill his reputation for loyalty. But when he did this, the Zhu family Of course I won’t agree.”

Liang Gongming didn't say a word, just listened quietly and nodded slightly in agreement.

"The Spring and Autumn Festival is very important to Emperor Jiaqi. It is an important tool for him to satisfy the need to create vertical and horizontal rituals. He will never let go easily unless he has to. Once he and Li Jun completely fall out because of the Spring and Autumn Festival, then Zhang Fengyue will I’m no longer qualified to continue watching the show.”

As soon as these words came out, Liang Gongming, who was smiling but not smiling at all, finally had some brilliance in his eyes.

"On the one hand, there are the numerous favors owed over the long years, and on the other hand, there is a powerful and indispensable help to realize the ambition. Zhang Fengyue is caught in the middle, and it is not easy to choose."

Liang Gongming interrupted abruptly: "But no matter how many favors you have, there will always be a day when you can repay them."

"It doesn't matter if you pay it back. Rabbits can bite when they are anxious. What's more, the Zhu family are not weak rabbits that can be bullied, but people who are determined to take revenge. For hundreds of years, they have been sharpening their knives day and night, just to one day He can kill all the thieves who stole his property."

Yan Dongqing smiled and said: "So no matter which side Zhang Fengyue chooses, Ruxu will not be able to escape the fate of being seriously injured this time. Without the royal family, Ruxu will only have two parties. Without Zhang Fengyue, we can all feel at ease."

On a whim, Liang Gongming suddenly sighed: "Senior Yan, things in the world are ninety-nine times unsatisfactory."

"It all depends on man!"

Yan Dongqing said in a deep voice: "Now that Li Jun and the Zhu family are facing each other head-on, as long as we push lightly from behind, a life-and-death fight will immediately break out."

"How to push?"

"Whatever Li Jun cares about, he will naturally lose. Taoist Master, don't worry, I will make a name for myself this time, you just need to contribute."

Yan Dongqing said: "If I lose, I will pay for all the hatred with my life. If I win, I will kill Zhang Fengyue with my own hands, and Zhang Tianshi will not have to worry about it."

"Member Yan, when will the revenge end?"

"The Taoist priest's words suddenly enlightened me. I remember that not long ago, a remnant of the old Taoist order climbed this Longhu Mountain."

Yan Dongqing stopped talking, and Liang Gongming smiled without saying anything.

"Such a big thing, I am not qualified to make the decision."

Liang Gongming laughed and suddenly asked: "I have a question, what about the people under your command?"

Yan Dongqing's expression did not change, and he said loudly: "As long as I am here, the Spring and Autumn Society will be here. The dry bones are just right to be used as firewood, and a fire will burn out a bright world."

Liang Gongming said nothing and paused.

"I will not be able to accompany you on the rest of the journey. Please go on your own."

The Taoist raised his hand and pointed to a palanquin ladder in front of him. The straight track went straight into the sky and led to the suspended golden roof.

"The Taoist scriptures say that those who help others achieve enlightenment can also become immortals. If they do not become immortals, they will always be trapped in the warmth and coldness of the world. The Taoist priest is from Shu, and I am afraid he is not very adapted to the weather in Jiangxi, right?"

Yan Dongqing took a deep look at the other party, said no more, and strode into the palanquin ladder to the lofty Longhushan Patriarch Hall.

Northern Zhili, Zhending Prefecture.

Zhao Family Tower.

"Yang Bai Ze has already cleared out eight clans, almost removing all our influence in Nanzhili. Now there are complaints in the association, and more and more people are accusing us of sitting there and waiting for death. If we continue like this, it won't be long before the people in the Spring and Autumn Association lose their confidence!"

"Zhou Changji, you came here just to tell me this?"

Zhao Ke sat in a chair, looking coldly at the projection of Zhou Changji in front of him.

"Zhao Ke, now is not the time to fight for pride." Zhou Changji frowned.

"We are all comrades but have different paths. I am not interested in arguing with you."

Zhao Ke said calmly: "The Spring and Autumn Society has expanded rapidly in recent years and has accepted too many unqualified people. It is better for some of them to die. Otherwise, how can there be so many places for them to establish a Confucian country in the future?"

"In the future? What are you still thinking about in the future?"

Zhou Changji couldn't help but widen his eyes when he heard these ridiculous words: "Wei Sheng is dead, don't you know?"

"Of course I know, so what? Do you think I am afraid of that warrior?"

Zhao Ke sneered: "Zhou Changji, I am different from you poor people."

Zhou Changji was silent for a moment, and a sneer suddenly appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"Yan Dongqing promised you in private that he would ensure the safety of your Zhao family, which makes you so fearless now, right? Do you think he will come to protect you now? Is he still capable of protecting you?"

Zhao Ke's face suddenly darkened: "Zhou Changji, you are not qualified to call the leader's name!"

"What should I call him? A beast in human clothing who sells out his friends for fame, or a shameless person who betrays his trust?"

Zhao Ke stood up suddenly: "How dare you!"

"Stop acting. You have been acting stupid for years, pretending to be noble and incompatible with us, so that Yan Dongqing can mediate and use his balancing power to your heart's content. Don't you feel bored at all?"

Zhou Changji said lightly: "Zhao Ke, you are not a fool. You should know that we are all abandoned now. If we want to survive, we can't rely on him, but on ourselves. ”

Zhao Ke’s eyes flashed coldly: “Zhou Changji, do you want to betray the society?”

“Let me be frank. Although I don’t like you, you have a high reputation in the Spring and Autumn Society, so you are still worth living.”

Zhou Changji was not interested in beating around the bush and said straight to the point: “Accept my Confucian Seal and I can save your life.”

“I have long suspected that there is a traitor among the core members of the Spring and Autumn Society. I have suspected many people, even Xu Haichao, who is my best friend. But I have never suspected you. Do you know why?”

“Because your dirty and worthless life was saved by the leader of the society. Your path to succession was also opened by the leader of the society. As a result, you are the traitor who hides the deepest!”

Zhao Ke said with contempt: “Are you Zhang Fengyue, or Jiaqi’s man? Do you deserve me to accept your Confucian Seal?”