Grinding Cultivation Toward Martial Saint-Chapter 1343 - 214: At the Luoshui River, Slaying the Evil Dragon and Igniting the Uprising! (Part 2)

Chapter 1343: Chapter 214: At the Luoshui River, Slaying the Evil Dragon and Igniting the Uprising! (Part 2)

"Were you able to return because he held back, or was it by your own strength?" the blind old man asked again.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Wuque pondered for a moment, then replied, "Perhaps a bit of both!"

"That makes it even more troublesome!" the blind old man sighed.

Xiao Wuque also nodded in deep agreement.

At this moment, the square-faced man with a mustache spoke up.

"Gentlemen, could we perhaps request assistance from the master of this place? If they intervene, a trip to Xisha County would easily root out the Yellow Heaven Sect rebels."

Xiao Wuque shook his head, "My teacher is currently unable to act unless it’s truly a matter of life and death."

"Isn’t the Yellow Heaven Sect’s rebellion already a matter of life and death?" the square-faced man with a mustache said with a stern face.

"Great General, you should know what my teacher is currently engaged in! If he acts now, all previous efforts would be in vain! If anything happens to my teacher, do you think the Yellow Heaven Sect would be the only trouble?" Xiao Wuque looked at the man and countered.

Upon hearing this, the man nodded.

"Everyone, we’ve discussed this enough, let’s go report to His Majesty now!"

...

That night.

The clouds covered the bright moon, leaving only specks of starlight to dot the night sky.

Dongling City.

Jiang Ning looked up at the large characters on the city wall ahead.

He felt a bit relieved.

Because he could feel that Dongling City was still the same as when he left it, unchanged.

Then, his divine thought expanded, and most of Dongling City instantly appeared in his mind.

Seeing that the city was still peaceful and harmonious, his slightly worried heart relaxed further.

The next moment.

His figure instantly disappeared from the city gate.

Inspection Mansion.

Knock knock knock—

With the sound of knocking,

a pair of bright eyes suddenly opened in the dark room.

He looked around the room, his bright eyes seemed capable of emitting light in the darkness.

"Residence Master, it’s me!"

"Lord Jiang?!!" Zhao Yulong’s voice was filled with disbelief.

Because he remembered just sending a message to Jiang Ning using the Heavenly Mechanism Talisman earlier in the day.

And now, only a few hours had passed, it was still the same night.

The distance between the Royal Capital and Dongling County would take a month of travel by regular carriage, day and night.

The next moment.

He got up, threw on a cloak, and went to open the door.

Seeing the face in the darkness, Zhao Yulong was startled.

For standing before him was the very real Jiang Ning.

"No need to be so surprised, Residence Master, I was already on my way!" Jiang Ning said.

"Why did you return so suddenly?" Zhao Yulong made way, indicating for Jiang Ning to come in.

"In Shangjing City, I heard about the Yellow Heaven Sect, and with concern in my heart, I came back," Jiang Ning replied.

As he spoke, the room’s candlelight slowly lit up.

The flame flickered twice before becoming brighter.

"Worried about your family?" Zhao Yulong asked as he pulled out a bottle sealed with red mud from under the table.

"Yes," Jiang Ning nodded, then continued, "Xisha County is still too close to our Dongling County! Given the Yellow Heaven Sect’s capabilities, it’s only a matter of time before Xisha County falls!"

"When that happens, Dongling County will also be in danger of falling!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Yulong nodded gravely.

"You are correct, that’s why after I confirmed your disappearance this morning, I chose to notify you! For safety, it’s best to send your family to the Royal Capital."

"That’s exactly my intention. I returned this time to take care of that!" Jiang Ning nodded.

As they spoke, Zhao Yulong had already poured a cup of wine and pushed it in front of Jiang Ning.

"So, what are you planning next? Will you return to the Royal Capital?" Zhao Yulong asked.

"Not heading back yet!" Jiang Ning shook his head, "Since I am the Dongling County Patrol Envoy, I cannot retreat without a fight!"

"I admire that!" Zhao Yulong raised his cup to Jiang Ning, "I toast to you!"

"It’s my duty! And if it truly goes beyond my capacity, I will naturally retreat," Jiang Ning said.

"Achieving this is already enough! How many can face life and death crises without consideration for their safety and refuse to retreat?" Zhao Yulong said with emotion.

Then he raised his glass to Jiang Ning and drank it all in one go.

Subsequently, as the two continued their conversation, Jiang Ning inquired more about the Yellow Heaven Sect.

After listening, he understood.

Several days ago, the wicked dragon in the Luoshui River stirred trouble again, sweeping away numerous people along the shore.

In no time, the lake water had turned red.

At that time, it just so happened that the Yellow Heaven Taoist was traveling with his disciples nearby.

Upon seeing the wicked dragon wreaking havoc in the Luoshui River, he led his disciples directly into the river.

The lake water surged, waves reaching the sky.

This continued for half an hour.

The Yellow Heaven Taoist then emerged from the Luoshui River, disheveled, clutching the wicked dragon in his hands and stepping on the waves.

Upon reaching the shore, he dismembered the wicked dragon and distributed its parts to the disaster-affected people along the shore.

It was at this time that the Yellow Heaven Taoist discovered the Human Emperor Sword inside the wicked dragon’s belly.

When the Yellow Heaven Taoist raised the Human Emperor Sword, the golden light from the sword shot into the sky, turning the surrounding heaven and earth gold.

Under the golden light of the sword, shadows flashed across the heavens.

At that moment, the world recognized it as the Human Emperor Sword.

The Ji Clan ancestor held the Human Emperor Sword, mandated by heaven, established legitimacy, united the Nine States, and brought peace to the world.

Faced with this scene, countless people knelt on the spot.

And on that day,

the Yellow Heaven Taoist raised the White Dragon in rebellion at Luoshui.

Holding the Human Emperor Sword, he was rightful and carried Heaven’s mandate.

From Zhao Yulong’s account, Jiang Ning fully understood who had orchestrated the Great Demon Bai Chi situation.

It was evidently a setup prearranged by the Yellow Heaven Taoist.

As for the Human Emperor Sword, nine times out of ten, it had been found by the Yellow Heaven Taoist years ago.

Placing it in the belly of the Great Demon Bai Chi was to prepare for the uprising by slaying Bai Chi at Luoshui and obtaining the Human Emperor Sword officially.

Combining past signs with all current events unravelled his prior confusion.

The Yellow Heaven Taoist’s arrangement caused Ye Zhengqi to act back then and return injured.

Shen Wenyan, this Second Grade Grandmaster, was also ambushed and injured.

All because the scheme was backed by the Yellow Heaven Taoist.

A figure with influence under only the Martial Saint.

Such a master’s plan could not easily be thwarted by an ordinary Second Grade Grandmaster.

Regarding the Yellow Heaven Taoist’s plan, Jiang Ning felt it wasn’t precisely executed but indeed practical.

The Human Emperor Sword’s symbolism and significance were immense.

As a representative of Heaven’s mandate and legitimacy.

In the past, the Ji Clan ancestor quelled the Nine States and settled the world with ease.

While the Martial Saint’s contributions were undeniable,

a universe-shaking lone warrior couldn’t establish an enduring dynasty of over 800 years by himself.

No matter how powerful, even slaughtering everyone to submission wouldn’t suffice to rule all for over 800 years.

Many factors played a role, but ’legitimacy’ was key.

But because of this, losing the legitimacy would bring adverse effects.

Now that the Human Emperor Sword was with the Yellow Heaven Taoist, it symbolized he was heaven’s chosen, the rightful.

"This time, Great Xia is truly in trouble!" Jiang Ning mused upon realizing this.

He understood, the Yellow Heaven Sect’s rebellion wasn’t like the previous minor disturbances by the Black Lotus Sect or the God Worship Sect.

With the Yellow Heaven Taoist’s prowess, no one but the Martial Saint could confront him.

Moreover, under the Yellow Heaven Taoist were twelve Heavenly Kings, all possessing divine skills, able to control wind and rain, ride the clouds and mist, akin to immortals.

These twelve, in the Ancient Era, would have held the stature of true immortals.

Even in present times, they are top-tier powerhouses.

Along with the Human Emperor Sword under the Yellow Heaven Taoist.

Holding Heaven’s mandate and legitimacy.

It could greatly shake the foundation of Great Xia.

Also, he knew that in these few years, all sorts of natural disasters were actually man-made.

The Cave Heaven Blessed Lands, dormant for hundreds of years, would now support the Yellow Heaven Taoist, amplifying his momentum.

For these powers, someone rising to the occasion was the best scenario.

They would also push Great Xia down, letting it collapse faster!