"Thank you for your trouble, Palace Master Gu!"
Banxi breathed a sigh of relief at Wenxian Pavilion.
Including the last sentence, the temple will send at least two unparalleled warriors this time, if not more.
He only felt safer when he had the help of three people.
After all, the five major immortal sects are said to be of one mind, but if there is real danger, no one will lend a helping hand.
Moreover, Banxi's primary target this time is Jiang Lan, which means that he may end up as an enemy of that mysterious expert from Jixia Academy.
To stop that person, three top-tier demigods are indispensable.
"Fellow Daoist Banxi, please have some tea!"
Gu Nianyan smiled slightly and gently pushed the tea in front of her.
"Fellow Daoists, what are your thoughts on Zhou Zhenxiong's disappearance?"
Was it a staged event, or did it actually happen?
There was a hint of insecurity in Bansi's words.
After all, the setback last night made him lose his confidence.
He was not only inferior to Zhou Zhenxiong in strength, but he also couldn't overpower a thirty-year-old in terms of presence.
Compared to the infighting within the Great Zhou Dynasty, where no one is invincible, Banxi is more inclined to believe that this is yet another scheme, a scheme targeting the Immortal Sect.
The purpose was to lower their guard so that we could launch a surprise attack on them.
"Whether it's true or not, it's all part of the scheme."
Gu Nianyan said casually, "In the face of absolute strength, all of this is insignificant!"
Yan Xiao and the others echoed his sentiments, and Ban Xi didn't say much more.
The six people drank tea and turned the conversation to cultivation.
If you weren't paying attention, no one would even believe that the person who poured tea for the six people was Chen Yao.
Chen Yao poured tea while listening to the topics he didn't understand, displaying an undeniably humble attitude.
Of course, Gu Nianyan did not invite him to sit down together.
This can also be considered a kind of compliance test.
He wanted Chen Yao to know that there is a hierarchy within the immortal sects as well.
Even if Chen Yao becomes the Hall Master of the Martial Hall, he must still be respected.
Of course, if Chen Yao can't stand these rules, then Gu Nianyan wouldn't mind taking care of him as soon as possible.
Chen Yao, who did not become the Hall Master of the Martial Hall, could not be considered one of the Ziyang Immortal Sect's own people.
......
Outside the Wenxian Pavilion, a carriage stopped.
The carriage curtain was lifted, and King Zhou Zhenbian of Shu stepped down from the carriage.
At this moment, his face was filled with lingering anxiety.
This time, he's in a hurry.
If he doesn't hurry, he'll truly have no chance of getting the throne.
If the three leaders from the three northern prefectures joined forces with a large number of elders to force the emperor to abdicate, then it means they are certain that the second prince is dead.
If they can fight for the throne, why can't we?
We can't count on Jianmen.
The secret temple was his only advantage.
He must seize this advantage.
At this moment, Zhou Zhenbian had completely put aside his dejection and concerns from the previous night.
He now has only one thought in his mind: to sit on that dragon throne.
Even if it means becoming someone else's puppet, I would not hesitate.
"I am Zhou Zhenbian, the King of Shu, and I request an audience with the masters of the Ziyang Immortal Sect and the Secret Temple."
Zhou Zhenbian even used his internal energy while speaking, as if he was afraid that the people on the top floor wouldn't be able to hear him.
"So noisy!"
Just as Zhou Zhenbian stepped into the Wenxian Pavilion, a cold snort came from behind him.
Immediately afterwards, a tremendous force rushed towards him, and Zhou Zhenbian, who was caught off guard, was blasted away.
"Senior Brother Gu's cultivation has become increasingly profound. Mengli is in awe!"
Jin Mengli looked at Gu Dao with deep affection.
In the Ziyang Immortal Sect, seniority is not determined by age or the time of entry into the sect.
All seniority is determined solely by one's cultivation level.
Once Jin Mengli became a half-immortal, she was able to address Gu Dao, who was also a half-immortal, as her senior brother.
Among those in the immortal sect, few are not good-looking.
But people as cold-blooded as Gu Dao are rare.
What is even more remarkable is that Gu Dao has never been married.
Such a person naturally has no shortage of admirers.
Jin Mengli is one of them.
Having just broken through to the level of a half-immortal, it would be extremely difficult for her to take another step forward.
That's why she had the idea of finding a Daoist partner.
Gu Dao is Jin Mengli's goal.
After all, looking at the entire Ziyang Immortal Sect, Gu Dao's conditions are among the best.
Moreover, his father was the third-ranked figure in the Ziyang Immortal Sect.
The other two, although ranked above his father, had no descendants.
From this perspective, Gu Dao can be considered the number one second-generation immortal of the Ziyang Immortal Sect.
If the position of Palace Master becomes vacant, Gu Nianyan is very likely to take it.
If you become his Daoist partner, you might just find yourself on your way to becoming a top-tier demigod.
Gu Dao was well aware of Jin Mengli's little scheme.
He nodded expressionlessly in response.
Apart from that, there were no further actions taken.
Women are nothing more than stumbling blocks on the path to enlightenment.
Even if he achieves the top-tier half-immortal realm in the future, let alone now, he will not consider finding a Daoist partner.
Outside the door, Zhou Zhenbian staggered to his feet.
He wiped the blood from the corner of his mouth and then waited respectfully at the door.
Although he was very angry, Zhou Zhenbian showed no anger on his face.
He knew very well that this was not the time to throw a tantrum.
Those who aspire to great things must endure what others cannot.
I'll endure it!
Zhou Zhenbian kept repeating these two words in his mind.
......
"Five fellow Daoists, this King of Shu is quite obedient. Why don't we let him come up?"
"Upstairs," Bansi said.
Gu Nianyan didn't refuse him, and waved his hand, saying, "Dao'er, please invite His Highness the Prince of Shu up!"
......
It's done!
The voice was like heavenly music. Zhou Zhenbian suppressed his shock and respectfully went upstairs.
He soon arrived at the top floor.
Looking at Chen Yao guarding the entrance, Zhou Zhenbian's back bent even more.
If even such a powerful and invincible opponent can only serve as a gatekeeper, what is he anyway?
However, it was precisely because of this that Zhou Zhenbian became increasingly confident.
As long as he can gain the support of these immortals, no one in the world will be able to stop him from ascending to the throne.
"Zhou Zhenbian pays his respects to all the immortals!"
Upon approaching, Zhou Zhenbian immediately prostrated himself and knelt down.
This comical scene caught even Gu Nianyan and the others off guard.
After all, no matter how powerful the Ziyang Immortal Sect was, they never underestimated the Great Zhou royal family.
All the previous provocations were intended to provoke Zhou Wu into taking action.
The Zhou royal family has always been their acknowledged adversary.
Now that the core members of the opposing team are ready to act as traitors right from the start, the group is naturally filled with mixed feelings.
At the top-floor entrance, Chen Yao's droopy eyelids twitched almost imperceptibly, a sight that went unnoticed by anyone.
"Tell me! What exactly happened?"
With a wave of his hand, Banxi unleashed his magical power and helped Zhou Zhenbian to his feet.
Zhou Zhenbian didn't waste any words and quickly stated his reasoning, "My second brother is probably dead..."
In the three northern prefectures, I suspect that a royal family member, invincible among men, has been hiding there all along...
They dared to show themselves and force the emperor's hand; they must have something to back them up...
"Zhou Zhenbian, after saying all this, what do you want?"
Gu Nianyan asked with a smile.
"Your Excellency, I desire nothing but to contribute to the immortal sect!"
Zhou Zhenbian's words were undeniably hypocritical.
But the more blatant the hypocrisy, the more interesting Gu Nianyan found it.
If such a person becomes the emperor of the Great Zhou, Zhou Wu will definitely jump out!
This hunt would have been far too dull without him!
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