Secret Records of the Leader of the Beichen Sword Sect-Chapter 1031 - 526: A Show of Force

In the main hall of the grand palace, atop the nine-tiered throne. Nangong Ou lazily reclined on a lounging chair upholstered with the fur of a Fierce Beast, a posture so shocking to the world, clad in what might seem to most as a scandalous bikini Dragon Scale Armor, though Chen Xuantian thought it was not too surprising, the vibrant and athletic contours of her body fully exposed.

The dragon scales clung tightly to her skin, rising and falling with her breath. The dragon’s leathery straps bound tightly to her athletic form, outlining her strong and curvaceous physique in vivid detail, her glossy and muscular body seemed as if it had just emerged from a fierce battle, emanating vigorous heat, filling half the hall with thick scents of hormones and femininity.

At her right foot, crouched a Red Armored Fire Qilin, a majestic Divine Beast without even a hint of arrogance, bowing its head low, allowing the mistress’s foot to rest on its sharp horn. On her left shoulder perched a Red Phoenix Vermilion Bird, its magnificent wings drawn close, red feathers blazing like fire, occasionally stirring its wings to scatter sparks, yet not daring to cry out loud enough to disturb its master.

The Young Master Nangong Che was also seated below the throne, dressed impeccably, with a respectful demeanor, surrounded by four beautiful female guards, all of whom emulated Lady Nangong’s wild attire, merely covering essential parts with scale armor. However, they all used Outer Pill Formation, while they did maintain fitness, they clearly did not overindulge in Body Refinement, hence lacked the dominating and robust physique of the mistress, instead, their half-exposed breasts, supple waists, and upturned hips gave an impression of indulging in cosplay performance. And it was one of them who had just summoned Li Hu.

Sitting alongside the Young Master, with an exalted status as his right-hand, was an old Taoist in black clothes, with upturned eyebrows and hair and beard all white, his beard trailing down to his chest, looking old and drowsy as if he could start snoring at any moment. However, his aura of Tongxuan Magical Power was unmistakable, a genuine Inner Elixir Sect Nascent Soul Mage, not someone easily retained even sitting there, commanding the entire scene.

Moreover, guarding the front hall pillars were twelve tiger ministers including Pan Zhang and Li Hu, arrayed left and right before the door. Each one was a Body Refining Martial God, fierce warriors wielding Evil Weapons, with knotted muscles, an imposing presence, iron walls and steel muscles, shining armor, with hawk-like gazes sharp as knives, seemingly arranged deliberately as a show of force to intimidate the little monk.

You have to admit, Lady Nangong wielded a power surpassing even harems, a core force of fourteen Nascent Souls and one Divinity Transformation, certainly enough to rule and dominate in a backwater like Li Jiang, even monopolizing a local vegetable market, no wonder she disregards the lives of a handful of insignificant Golden Cores, considering Foundation Establishment mere bystanders.

Still, Chen Xuantian didn’t seem to mind much. After all, he had been spying for three months, fully aware of what cards the Nangong family held, and how skilled each was, had they not been reasonably powerful, they wouldn’t have caught his Dharma Eye, prompting an invitation to join forces in the first place. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

It’s just unfortunate their kin and harem clearly didn’t regard this outsider chubby fellow with any significance.

Thus Chen Xuantian clasped his hands with a serene smile,

"The little monk Wulian greets Lady Nangong."

The old Taoist in black couldn’t remain composed any longer, he abruptly stood up, restless,

"W-W-W... Wulian!?"

Chen Xuantian smiled at him, nodding,

"Ah~"

Everyone was perplexed, even Nangong Ou frowned, looking at the old Taoist,

"Have you met this person before, Master Huang?"

The old Taoist hurriedly waved his hand,

"No, no, never met, don’t know, don’t recognize..."

His awkward performance was rather embarrassing for the Nangong family, making Nangong Ou displeased.

"Never met, don’t recognize, don’t know? Then why is Master Huang so nervous?"

The old Taoist lowered his head like a misbehaving schoolboy, unable to answer Nangong Ou’s glare, even more unable to answer under Chen Xuantian’s stare, he muttered,

"T-T-This... Master Wulian, after all, is a high monk of the Buddhist Taoist, one should ask Master Tiantai..."

Seeing him still passing the buck, Nangong Ou grew more dissatisfied,

"So where is Master Tiantai? Why hasn’t he been summoned? I haven’t seen him in months!"

The old Taoist showed a helpless expression, like saying, don’t ask me, should I really go ask him?

"Uh... maybe... probably... possibly in seclusion..."

"What maybe, possibly, probably! Aren’t you a Calculator Master? Cast a divination!"

The old man, despite being a True Monarch, didn’t lose his temper under Nangong Ou’s reprimanding tone, it seemed there might be a scandal between them. But hearing that he was a Calculator Master sparked Chen Xuantian’s interest to see just how skilled he was.

After all, among the Five Arts of Xuanmen, Calculation is ranked first; one must pass the Mystic Sect high exams to be considered a Calculator Master, though not standing shoulder to shoulder with the sect Grandmasters of Yun Tai Peak, it actually holds a decent ability in the Twelve Countries, capable enough to be a strategist or adviser, a worthy opponent.

However, through three months of stealth investigation, Chen Xuantian truly hadn’t discerned the skills of Master Huang.

Hmm, because this guy really hadn’t made a move once, and according to the information he gathered, this person is a Louguan Taoist, due to his sect’s ties with the Dou Family, he was involved in their downfall causing banishment and thus followed along with them, becoming part of the Nangong family’s inner circle, an imperial mage.

Louguan Temple also belongs to the Ancient Daoist Sect, not any Evil Demons and Heretics, reportedly having proficient skills in Inner Alchemy and Qi Refining Skill, understanding Night Star Observation, historically, Louguan Taoist Masters also served at Tai City Temple. When the Nangong family was exiled to Li Jiang, amidst perilous calamities, they managed to gain stability, gather hearts, expand and grow stronger, having so many house servants and confidants today is inseparable from the planning with Louguan Temple’s involvement.