I Have A Qi Fortune Altar-Chapter 1511 - 727: Competing for the Central Plains

South State, Sky-reaching Mountain.

At the foot of the mountain, Nangong Lie, clad in a white Flood Dragon robe, looked up at the towering peaks above, his gaze becoming increasingly solemn.

This place is the Biyou Palace, one of the ten great Immortal Sects of the Central Plains.

It is also the destination of his journey.

With one step forward, Nangong Lie rose into the air, stepping on the void. Winds and clouds surged around him, and with each step, it seemed as if a staircase appeared out of thin air beneath his feet.

The Flood Dragon on his royal robe seemed to come to life, exuding a strong spiritual aura.

However, its form appeared somewhat ethereal.

He was an extraordinary prince of the Great Jin. Although the nation has been established, he had yet to change the style of his robe, transforming the Flood Dragon into a True Dragon. To him, wearing a dragon robe before truly dominating the Central Plains would only invite ridicule.

Before long, Nangong Lie ascended to the summit of the Sky-reaching Mountain, standing before the stone stele inscribed with the words "Biyou", with his hands clasped behind his back.

Biyou Palace is located on the Sky-reaching Mountain, a secret not spoken of in South State or within the Jianghu. Ngok Lie had actually visited this place before, hoping to meet the Sect Leader of Biyou Palace and see if he could form an alliance.

Unfortunately, Biyou Palace had been secluded for many years. Though its disciples occasionally traveled the human world, participating in the Ascension Battles established by Martial Emperor City, their presence was not prominent.

Were it not for his ulterior motive, he would not have chosen to come here.

Standing before the stone stele for a moment, Nangong Lie said indifferently:

"I, the Prince, have come here, is this how Biyou Palace treats its guests?"

As soon as his voice fell, the stone stele suddenly lit up, forming a portal, and a voice sounded:

"Since the Prince himself has come to Biyou Palace, why not enter this blessed land for a discussion?"

Nangong Lie squinted his eyes, pondered for a moment, and nodded:

"Alright."

Then, Nangong Lie stepped into the portal. In his view, a vast ocean lay before him, and right in front stood a giant tortoise, the size of a mountain.

Atop the giant tortoise stood a young Daoist dressed in a simple Daoist robe, with a hairpin inserted in his hair. He nodded to Nangong Lie: "By the order of the Sect Leader, I am here to welcome the Prince to the island."

"Dao Xuansheng?"

"That's exactly me, little Daoist."

The young Daoist raised his head, a faint smile on his face. If Chen Yuan or anyone who had participated in the Ascension Battle were here, they would surely recognize him.

He was the one who shone brightly in the Ascension Battle, only to disappear from sight afterwards. He was one of the top five on the Hidden Dragon List, Dao Xuansheng of Biyou Palace.

"Then let's head to the island."

Nangong Lie nodded and landed on the giant tortoise. The tortoise beneath him lifted its head, turned its body, and started towards Sky-reaching Island.

"Are you the giant tortoise that appeared on the day Yan King Chen Yuan became a king?"

Nangong Lie asked casually.

Dao Xuansheng remained silent, but the tortoise answered in a low voice:

"That's right."

"Does Biyou Palace support King Yan?"

"Just fulfilling a request...."

"Oh...."

...

Near the coast of Sky-reaching Island, Zhao Danqing, as usual, sat leisurely on a large rock, casting a fishing line into the sea in front of him.

The giant tortoise brought Nangong Lie over, and without needing any announcement, he soared through the air, approaching Zhao Danqing, while Dao Xuansheng departed with the giant tortoise.

Zhao Danqing, without shifting his gaze from the fishing line ahead, casually said:

"How is it that the Prince has the leisure to visit our Biyou Palace for a stroll?"

"I have come today to discuss a transaction with Biyou Palace." Nangong Lie stated his purpose directly and without any preamble.

"Oh?"

Standing beside Zhao Danqing, Nangong Lie also kept his gaze on the fishing line ahead and continued:

"Though Biyou Palace remains secluded, I suppose Sect Leader Zhao has some understanding of the world's affairs, doesn't he?"

"Heh heh...."

"In today's world, peace has prevailed for over two hundred years, despite some turmoil, it remains relatively peaceful. However, King Yan Chen Yuan first acted against superiors, slaying the emperor on Purple Mountain Peak.

He then openly proclaimed himself king, seeking to conquer the world. Yet, in my opinion, though he has great ambitions, he lacks any magnanimity. His growth so far is merely driven by some innate talent and his ruthless demeanor.

Such a person is not fit to become the ruler of the world; he will only bring calamity to the common people."

"Is the Prince suggesting that you are the more suitable one?"

"Indeed...." Nangong Lie nodded in agreement and said in a deep voice:

"I have defended South State, guarding the borders for the human race for hundreds of years. My contributions are known across the world, though there are flaws, I am still superior to Chen Yuan in this regard.

Sect Leader Zhao, what do you think?"

"I've met King Yan, but it seems somewhat different from what the Prince describes. King Yan, though young, has already established such a foundation. Despite his ruthlessness, he once fought to defend the human race against the Northern Barbarians, ready to sacrifice himself to stop the barbarians from advancing south. His contributions are acknowledged worldwide; why does the Prince belittle him?" 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎

Zhao Danqing replied casually.

"This is merely my opinion. Furthermore, the common people and lower-level martial artists are mostly ignorant and cannot see Chen Yuan's true nature.

But, as Sect Leader of Biyou Palace, can't Brother Zhao discern the real face of this man?"

"I can't see, I can't see. I am merely a recluse, long detached from the Jianghu, and indeed lack the capacity to see everything clearly."

"So, does Biyou Palace intend to support Chen Yuan in his quest to conquer the world?"

Nangong Lie's expression remained unchanged, his gaze calmly fixed on Zhao Danqing, seemingly unfazed by this.

"I have already stated, Biyou Palace has remained hidden for many years and will not emerge. This is the ancestral teaching, and we will not support anyone in competing for world domination. The Prince worries too much...."