I Have A Qi Fortune Altar-Chapter 1514 - 728: Tian Wenjing, I...
South State, East Mountain Valley.
As a top power in the Jianghu of South State, with Biyou Palace in seclusion, it practically holds the reins of the entire South State Jianghu, holding a very high status.
The ambition is equally not small; early after the battle of Liangshan ended and with the world's situation undergoing drastic changes, Valley Master Tian Wenjing of East Mountain Valley had the ambition to carve out a domain in this chaotic world.
After Chen Yuan shocked the world by slaying a monarch on Purple Gold Mountain, Tian Wenjing also began grand maneuvers in South State, secretly forging alliances with other Jianghu powers.
He also became the acknowledged Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch of the South State Jianghu.
He started opposing Prince Zhen Nan, Nangong Lie; however, though Tian Wenjing gathered considerable strength around him, he was not taken seriously by Nangong Lie.
Like a scattered band, dispersed at the slightest touch.
How could they withstand the well-equipped Southern Border army?
Moreover, although Tian Wenjing is the Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch of South State and the holder of Jianghu's reins, he actually only acquired half the strength; the other half clearly follows Nangong Lie.
Just as King Wei Jinfeng of Beiliang holds great prestige in Liangzhou, Nangong Lie, having cultivated influence in South State for decades, didn't waste his efforts, controlling not only the official powers.
He also possesses significant prestige in the Jianghu.
Having defended the border for the Human Race from the Central Plains for over two hundred years, although bearing some blemishes, they do not overshadow his merits; Nangong Lie commands enormous prestige in the South State Jianghu.
Thus, Nangong Lie never considered Tian Wenjing a rival, merely treating him as a chess piece to lure Chen Yuan into a trap.
Within East Mountain Valley.
The atmosphere is harmonious, and every disciple's face is brimming with smiles; the sect's strength is their glory, and their home Jianghu's alliance leader gives them confidence beyond the ordinary when traversing the Jianghu.
Many disciples are whispering and pointing at the sect's main hall, with constant murmurs among the crowd.
"Tsk.... When our Valley Master fully subdues those Jianghu powers today, perhaps even our Valley Master can claim the title of king, establish a nation, and our East Mountain Valley will become the National Religion."
"Indeed, indeed."
"Haha, luckily my dad sent me to East Mountain Valley last year. If it were this year, ha... who knows how much harder it would be?" said a slightly chubby young man, with extreme delight.
"You've really hit the jackpot."
"Exactly, your Wu family normally doesn't rank high enough for our East Mountain Valley; if not for the Valley Master's kindness, your Wu family, ha... just you wait."
"Just joking, haha...."
"Wu Fatty, how much did your dad contribute to the sect this year?" asked a high-ranking female disciple with curiosity.
"Well.... Senior, I don't know either."
"Pretentious..."
"Exactly, exactly...."
"Hey, everyone, don't get upset; let's do this, I'll host tonight; a few days ago my dad brought back a demon beast from the Southern Border, let's taste it."
"Get out of here, demon beast meat isn't tasty."
"Right."
"Add more seasoning, chop it into meat filling; this thing is quite beneficial to us Martial Artists of the Lower Three Realms, perfect to celebrate the rise of our East Mountain Valley. Why not... make dumplings together tonight?"
"Don't be disgusting...."
East Mountain Valley, within the grand hall.
Seats are neatly arranged, dozens of people are seated within the hall, each with a cup of Spiritual Tea, steaming hot, with the entire hall filled with Spiritual Energy.
These people are lavishly dressed, with an imposing aura.
The weakest among them possess Reach Profound Cultivation; the stronger ones have reached the Yang God level, as for their identities, they are from the South State Jianghu powers that support East Mountain Valley.
Though not all, a small half belong to prominent families and sects, usually high-ranking and influential, people whose words carry weight.
Yet, at this moment, they dare not speak loudly, only quietly chatting and discussing.
And the reason, clearly, is that the main figure has not yet arrived.
After about a hundred breaths, a powerful presence suddenly enveloped the entire hall, and everyone inside swiftly stood up.
At the hall entrance, a figure suddenly appeared.
The man has a sinister countenance, hooked nose, thin eyebrows more like mere traces, atop a head of jet-black hair, dressed in a dark gold Spirit robe with a fierce beast embroidered on the chest.
As he materialized inside the grand hall, the entire hall was astonished; stepping from the hall entrance, walking up the steps one by one, with each step, people to the sides unconsciously lowered themselves to show submissiveness.
The sinister man ascended the high platform, pivoting to overlook everyone in the hall. 𝒻𝘳ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝒷𝘯ℴ𝓋ℯ𝘭.𝑐ℴ𝑚
As if prearranged, the crowd bowed together:
"Greetings, Alliance Hierarch!"
"Greetings, Alliance Hierarch!"
"Greetings..."
With a thunderous shout, the sound was like a thunderous explosion.
The sinister man smiled slightly, nodding, and said:
"Take your seats."
After saying this, he sat decisively on the main seat.
Regarding his identity, he is none other than Valley Master of East Mountain Valley, Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch of South State Jianghu, presently ranked twenty-third on the Heavenly List, Eyebrow-less True Monarch Tian Wenjing!
At Tian Wenjing's words, the crowd reluctantly took their seats.
"May I ask why the Alliance Hierarch has summoned us here today?" As the crowd just took their seats, the main scene unfolded; a sect master who had a close relationship with East Mountain Valley opened up eagerly and asked.
"The reason for summoning you here today is due to the recent worldwide situation, since Chen Yuan proclaimed king in Shuzhou, various forces across the land have begun claiming kingship, intending to vie for supremacy.
