Chapter 4: Encounter with Zhongli in the Qilian Sect
The disciple respectfully followed the arrangements of the sect leader..." Jiang Yang said respectfully
Hmph! Would the Five Mountains Sword Sect fear your Qilian Sect?" Master Zhong quickly glanced at Li Mengyun, then straightened up and spoke loudly to Mo Xuzi.
Zhong Li sampled the tea in his cup and smiled, saying: "This tea is quite good... Master Mo, isn't 8 million taels a bit on the low side?"
Lu Sheng suddenly felt as if he were dreaming. Just a few days ago, he was a beggar on the street, and then inexplicably entered the Li family. Within less than twelve hours in the Li family, he was unexpectedly embroiled in the tragic downfall of the Li family, and now he has entered the Qilian Sect.
Mo Xuzi understood very well what Zhongli wanted. He also picked up the tea and said, "That is only natural. As compensation, our Qilian Sect is willing to offer 8 million taels of silver to the Five Mountains Sword Sect, along with three secret classics from our sect. What does Sect Leader Zhong think of this proposal?"
Jiang Yang was taken aback to learn that Li Nantian was actually a disciple of the Five Mountains Sword Sect. He had previously heard from members of the Qilian Sect that among the major forces in the world, Kunlun Sect and Dayu Temple were ranked as the foremost sects, rightfully becoming the spiritual leaders of the multitude due to their millennia of substantial accumulation. In contrast, sects such as Qilian Sect, Huayu Sect, Kongtong Sect, Zhu Wumen, Du Yuanmen, Luoshengmen, Longhu Men, Huajian Sect, Five Mountains Sword Sect, Emei Sect, Duanjian Sect, and Jiuhua Sect are considered second-tier forces, collectively referred to as the Three Sects, Four Gates, and Five Schools. Although their power cannot be compared to the ancient sects like Kunlun and Dayu, they are still formidable in their own right. The third-tier sects consist of those scattered across the Twelve Islands and the *Tu* *Shu* Island, as well as the now-dispersed Thirty-Six Caves of the Tianshan Sect.
"I had no idea that Li Nantian was a disciple of the Five Mountains Sword Sect; otherwise, I would not have acted so ruthlessly," Jiang Yang said
As soon as Zhongli spoke, the hall was immediately filled with a flurry of discussions.
The two guards beside Jiang Yang were about to strike down with their blades when suddenly someone shouted: "Jiang Yang, stop."
Zhong Li was also well aware that nine million taels was already the limit for Mo Xuzi, and he said no more, merely nodding slightly.
The leader of the Qilian Sect, Mo Xuzi, was aware of his own shortcomings and had nothing much to say, merely forcing a smile and laughing. If Li Nantian were an ordinary secular disciple, his death would have gone unnoticed, but this secular disciple contributed over a million taels of silver to the sect each year, which naturally elevated his status significantly
"This time, you have caused quite a stir. Li Nantian was originally a disciple of Zhongli, the leader of the Huashan Sect under the Five Mountains Sword Sect. Upon hearing that Li Nantian was in trouble, Zhongli personally went to Qilian Mountain to seek justice. The leader instructed me to descend the mountain to rescue Li Nantian's beloved daughter. Fortunately, I arrived just in time; otherwise, our Qilian Sect would truly have no way to explain this matter." The elderly man in white said with great concern.
Wan Jian Tong shook the whisk in his hand, and the hemp rope binding Lu Sheng and Li Mengyun snapped and fell to the ground. Lu Sheng couldn't help but feel secretly astonished by this "divine ability".
At the moment when Mo Xuzi was at a loss, Wan Jiantong arrived at the Qilian Great Hall with Li Mengyun and Lu Sheng
Lu Sheng looked at Mo Xuzi and the expression on the face of the librarian, secretly marveling at the fact that he truly deserved to be the leader of a sect. Without even blinking, he casually mentioned the sum of 8 million taels. Moreover, when Zhong Li remarked that 8 million was too little, the expression on Mo Xuzi's face did not change at all, clearly indicating his profound depth of character.
Zhong Li slowly sat down, picked up the tea on the table, and said: "No matter what, you Qilian Sect should at least provide an explanation, right?"
In fact, this is not a supernatural ability; it is merely the application of vital energy. Anyone who has achieved great mastery in the transformation realm can skillfully release the vital energy within their body to instantaneously control objects. How much more so for a master of the mind and spirit who has attained the fourth level of the "Ten Thousand Swords".
The individual referred to as the Master of Ten Thousand Gates by Jiang Yang is precisely Wan Jiantong, the leader of the Six Yuan Sect under the Qilian Sect, who has already achieved the fourth level of the Mind and Spirit realm, becoming a master of the Yuan Spirit.
Within the Qilian Sacred Land, the Qilian Grand Hall is where high-ranking and influential figures of the sect gather, including Zhongli, the leader of the Huashan faction of the Five Mountains Sword Sect.
Indeed, Master Mo is remarkably patient; if it were me, I would have lost my temper long ago
Jiang Yang quickly turned around and respectfully bent down, saying, "Master Wan, what brings you here?"
The Qilian Sect is divided into four branches: the Liu Yuan Gate, the Hua Yu Gate, the Si Gu Gate, and the Da Du Gate, with disciples numbering in the tens of thousands. The Qilian Sect undoubtedly stands as a sacred place of martial arts, known as the Qilian Holy Land. The Qilian Holy Land is renowned for its beautiful scenery, surrounded by mountains, with various buildings of different sizes hidden among the forests, appearing both visible and elusive from a distance
If one truly wishes to harness vital energy to drive external objects, one must cultivate to the realm of supernatural powers.
Please guide me on how to proceed, Master," Jiang Yang said helplessly, addressing the *Tu* *Shu*.
Wan Jiantong rode furiously towards the Qilian Mountains with Li Mengyun and Lu Sheng. Initially, Wan Jiantong had not intended to bring Lu Sheng along, but since Li Mengyun was now all alone, this acquaintance of only a few days, Lu Sheng, was the only one she could consider as a 'familiar' face, and she insisted on bringing him along.
In order to prevent the worldly disciples of your Qilian Sect from silencing witnesses and eliminating future threats, I will also take away the daughter of Li Nantian. Farewell
After all, whether it is the Kunlun Sect, Dayu Temple, or the Three Teachings and Four Gates of the Five Schools, the individuals within these sects are still mortals. They require the sustenance of the earthly realm to ensure their survival. Only by cultivating their minds to perfection and reaching the realm of divine abilities can they forgo mortal food, instead absorbing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, as well as the essence of the sun and moon.
"You can leave them to me; I will certainly speak well of you." Wan Jiantong stated unequivocally
Although these sects rarely interact directly with outsiders, they are compelled to collect substantial funds from various merchant associations and prominent families to maintain their considerable daily expenses. In return, these sects will provide assistance when necessary. For instance, Li Nantian was able to thrive and amass great wealth with the support of Zhongli from the Mount Hua faction of the Five Mountains Sword Sect.
The seventh level of physical fitness leads to the fifth level of mental acuity, and beyond the fifth level of mental acuity lies the realm of supernatural powers. In the realm of supernatural powers, one can transcend the mundane world, relying on the absorption of the essence of the sun and moon, as well as the energy of heaven and earth, to replenish and forge the vital energy within.
Lu Sheng turned his gaze towards the sound, only to see a vague white figure floating in from https://www.hetushu.com. Once the white figure came to a halt, it transformed into an elderly man with white hair and a youthful face, holding a whisk, exuding a hint of an otherworldly aura.
Mo Xuzi took another sip of the tea in his cup, closed his eyes, and slowly shook his head, as if savoring the fragrance of the tea. After a moment, he opened his eyes and said: "This tea is the Yunfeng tea produced in my Qilian Mountains, which is difficult for outsiders to obtain even for a thousand gold. If Master Zhong likes it, I can have someone deliver five hundred pounds. If Master Zhong thinks eight million is too little, I can add another million, but absolutely no more than that"
"You have done well, please take your seat!" Mo Xuzi waved his hand and then looked at Zhong Li: "Master Zhong, since the matter has already occurred and cannot be changed, I can only express my apologies. Moreover, in an effort to rectify the mistake, our Qilian Sect has rescued the beloved daughter of Li Nantian. I believe Master Zhong would not want to provoke discord between the Wuyue Sword Sect and the Qilian Sect, would you?"
The Qilian Mountains stretch for hundreds of miles at the border between Jingyang Province and Huayang Province, with vast and majestic peaks rising and falling, while the Qilian Temple is located deep within the Qilian Mountains
In the Qilian Great Hall, most people were coldly humming, turning their faces aside. Zhong Li was indifferent to their attitudes, leading Li Mengyun and Lu Sheng straight out of the Qilian Mountains
Lu Sheng understood that Zhong Li's purpose for this trip was not truly to seek justice for Li Nantian's death; the real intention was to demand money. However, Zhong Li left Qilian Sect while bringing along Li Mengyun, indicating that he still possessed a shred of benevolence.
"I report to the esteemed master, the daughter of Li Nantian, Li Mengyun, has been brought here." Zhongli knelt on one knee and said
Mo and *Tu* Shuxu saw that Zhongli had accepted the offer, and they both breathed a sigh of relief: "The silver and tea will be delivered to your esteemed sect within half a month. Additionally, please convey my regards to Master Luo Xiaotian of the Falling Laughing Heaven Sect on my behalf!"
After enduring numerous hardships, I have finally escaped from the brink of death. Why is it that every time I face a crisis, I feel completely out of control? The reason is simple: it is because I lack exceptional martial skills! This time, having arrived at the Five Mountains Sword Sect, I am determined to train diligently. I no longer want to experience this feeling of losing control! I want to take charge of my own destiny. " Lu Sheng silently vowed in his heart
"I did not mean it that way; I am merely concerned that this might affect the friendship between our two sects. Master Zhong, please do not misunderstand." Mo Xuzi quickly replied.
Although the Five Mountains Sword Sect and the Qilian Sect are both second-tier sects, the strength of the Five Mountains Sword Sect is indeed superior to that of the Qilian Sect, which is why Zhongli is so arrogant
Li Nantian was originally my secular disciple taken in Jingyang Province, receiving an annual stipend of up to one million taels of silver. Yet now, he has been killed by a disciple of your Qilian Sect's leader. Hmph! Shouldn't Master Mo provide an explanation for this matter
Zhong Li is truly being ungrateful, asking for 8 million and still feeling it is insufficient. Does he really think that our Qilian Sect is afraid of the Five Mountains Sword Sect?
Using vital energy to control external objects can only achieve instantaneous effects, such as deflecting incoming projectiles or cutting ropes, but it is not possible to continuously support an object with vital energy. This is because sustained control consumes an immense amount of vital energy, which is already quite limited within the human body and cannot withstand prolonged release