Longevity: Starting from Refining Gu-Chapter 342 - 208: In Chaotian City, Deduction Determines the Universe_2
Chapter 342 -208: In Chaotian City, Deduction Determines the Universe_2
“In the city, one can change the maze pathways, allowing the flying swords to exit unimpeded.”
“If the forces are sufficient, it can be said to be as solid as a rock.”
Chen Qing stood in the inner city, pondering for a moment, “If you are to guard the city with all the troops except the Dragon Cavalry, can you guarantee its safety?”
Lu Shenglong replied, “I can be responsible for the defense of the outer dock, leaving Chaotian City to Zhang Can and Yan Bailiang, ensuring absolute security!”
Chen Qing nodded slightly, “Hmm, check the inventory, and quickly repair the damaged Heavenly Observation Mirror.”
“Take me to Shang Tong’s room.”
Lu Shenglong immediately stepped forward, leading Chen Qing to Shang Tong’s room. Chen Qing approached Shang Tong’s bed, reached out, and searched for a moment, picking up a strand of hair.
With this hair, one can enter Shang Tong’s dream.
“Quickly gather all the Merit Tokens left in the city and bring them to me.”
Lu Shenglong immediately obeyed, while Chen Qing, under the guidance of Zuo Chuan, headed towards the grand hall in the city.
Upon entering the grand hall, Yan Bailiang could be seen treating the injury on his left arm. Chen Qing laughed heartily, “Yan Bailiang, in such a minor battle, you actually got injured!”
Yan Bailiang replied awkwardly, “When I entered, I found myself at the center of the inner city, staring blankly as over two hundred Sword Cultivators watched me for a full three breaths.”
Chen Qing laughed aloud, “You’ve got quite the skills, to leave safely in front of over two hundred Sword Cultivators.”
Yan Bailiang said, “This Daoist still has a little means for survival.”
Chen Qing sat down calmly on the lord’s seat in the city, “Yan Bailiang, Zhang Can, quickly arrange the inner city’s defenses, change the pathways for the flying swords to exit the city’s labyrinth!”
Just as Chen Qing was contemplating the course of the battle, he noticed Monk Wang Yuan standing in the grand hall and immediately asked, “Wang Yuan, in your opinion, how should I proceed in battle now?”
Wang Yuan thought for a moment, the beads in his hand rolling slowly, “In the young monk’s opinion, Lord Wen should personally lead the eight hundred Dragon Cavalry for a long-distance raid, capturing the cities under Shang Tong’s command one by one!”
“Or perhaps directly attack Da Yan’s cities, to slay beings such as Xiao.”
“If you directly wage war with Ji Dang now, you will be facing not only Gu Long, Ji Dang, Li Chonghuan, numerous dragon clans, but also the bearer of the Immortal Gourd, Xiao, Shen Changye with the Thunder Sword, Prince Xinglong, Zhou Li with the Nine Dragon Map, Daoist Shasheng wandering from Bulao Mountain, and Cao Guanxiu from Wugen Sect.”
“These are all formidable individuals.”
Chen Qing turned slightly at the mention of Cao Guanxiu, as he seemed to recall that this was Ji Ru’s associate.
It appeared there was no lack of options.
After hearing this, Chen Qing realized this young monk offered a unique perspective on the broader picture, and continued, “Go on!”
Wang Yuan rose and paced within the grand hall, “Purely in terms of paper strength, Lord Wen is far inferior to Ji Dang.”
“This is an undeniable fact for all of us. Although Xiao is not a match for Lord Wen, he is indeed capable of holding off Lord Wen for a while.”
“Such individuals are not lacking under Ji Dang’s command, which is why he could conquer thirteen cities in succession within a fortnight since he could boldly deploy his generals without worry.”
“His generals are superior to ours.”
“The reason is simple, Ji Dang is of royal lineage, and among his ancient family, there exists the King Gu.”
“Whereas among our Ten Thousand Years Major Sect beneath us, whether it be Qilin Temple, Hidden Sword Mountain, or Dao Origin Land, none possess the pinnacle-level King Gu, thus no Gu could be derived from it.”
These were facts that Chen Qing couldn’t deny, which also explained why he faced ridicule while traversing Jiuli.
The reason he was looked down upon.
No other reason, the enemies were simply too formidable.
And Ji Dang indeed had the qualifications to amass such a mighty force, being a Martial Arts Grandmaster at a young age.
The three Grandmasters of Hidden Sword Mountain took at least hundreds of years to reach their level, but Ji Dang’s martial prowess was extraordinary.
Gu could be acquired, cultivation could be forcibly elevated through treasures.
But martial talent is not something that could be faked.
For instance, having someone with the same Gu as Ji Dang against him would ensure defeat against Ji Dang.
Only by wielding the Gu with martial talent could one unleash its full potential.
The same Gu, in the hands of those with differing martial talents, would yield entirely different results.
Nonetheless, Chen Qing had some doubts about Ji Dang being a Martial Arts Grandmaster.
Chen Qing became a false Grandmaster by devouring a Grandmaster’s obsessions and with Qing Shan’s assistance.
But why Ji Dang? Is there truly someone who could achieve the Grandmaster realm in merely twenty years?
He found it hard to believe.
Such a person would be rarely mentioned in historical records, no more than ten individuals.
Moreover, these ten individuals were likely leaders of a major sect.
Wang Yuan continued, “Thus, we need to gradually weaken the enemy’s strength through the swiftness of the Dragon Cavalry until they are weaker than us.”
“In fact, Ji Dang has one more flaw, a fatal flaw.”
Chen Qing suddenly showed interest, asking, “What flaw?”
Wang Yuan earnestly replied, “He cannot lose!”
“He can suffer minor defeats, minor defeats do not harm his prestige.”
“But should he suffer a major defeat, just once is needed, and the entire battleground will shift towards Lord Wen’s favor!”
“Lord Wen’s disadvantage lies in the fact that the four True Monarchs under Miao God have not dispatched disciples, and many Ten Thousand Years Major Sect do not believe in Lord Wen’s victory.”
“Ji Dang’s current strength is due to the strong forces under his command.”
“But if Lord Wen triumphs over him once, the situation will drastically change.”
“Everyone will see hope in Lord Wen’s victory, and surely the four True Monarchs under Miao God will dispatch disciples to assist.”
“Those Ten Thousand Years Major Sect who do not support Lord Wen will also start turning towards Lord Wen.”
“Conversely, if Ji Dang suffers a major defeat, those forces who believe in him may begin to hesitate, seeing continued support for Miao God’s subordinate forces, they might withdraw their disciples.”
“In other words, if Lord Wen secures a major victory, Lord Wen will grow stronger while Ji Dang weakens.”
Chen Qing was delighted and clapped his hands, “Good, continue!”
Wang Yuan earnestly stated, “Thus, our only chance of victory now lies with the Dragon Cavalry.”
“Although Ji Dang’s forces include cavalry, they are not organized as an army.”
“Lord Wen can rely entirely on the Dragon Cavalry, waging guerrilla warfare, retreating when the enemy advances, and attacking when the enemy retreats!”
“We will erode Ji Dang’s strength bit by bit until we can confront him head-on!”
Chen Qing applauded and smiled, “Master’s thoughts align perfectly with mine.”
“If I were to leave Master and Su Yi in charge of defending the city, who do you think I should leave to assist you?”
Wang Yuan decisively responded, “Lu Shenglong is rooted in Yan Country, and he is allied with the Vermilion Bird Tribe. He can be considered the largest tribe in Yan Country.”
“This person, Lord Wen must take along.”
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“But if only this person accompanies, it is still not secure enough; Xuan Mang and Wei Qingchen must come along.”
“Xuan Mang is Lord Wen’s elder brother, and Wei Qingchen has long led a large number of Dragon Cavalry. Even if Lord Wen encounters a mishap or sustains injuries while away, Lu Shenglong will not disrupt the overall situation.”
“And in the city, Lord Wen can trust the others.”
Chen Qing laughed, “Sisi says you are extremely prudent in overseeing the big picture, and it seems she is right.”
“From this day forth, you will be my think tank, managing military affairs.”
“After my departure, consult with Su Yi when things arise.”
“If you and Su Yi have differing opinions, let Zhang Can, Yan Bailiang, and Xuan Cuo decide.”
Chen Qing looked outside the grand hall and shouted, “Someone, pass the order, Dragon Cavalry assemble and rest for half a day.”
“Lu Shenglong, Xuan Mang, Wei Qingchen, follow me into battle!”
Upon Chen Qing’s command, Ying Wugang immediately accepted the order and went to convey it.
Amid the dense and lingering night, Ji Dang stood at the forefront of the camp, waiting quietly.
After waiting for three full hours, he finally saw Xiao arrive with a severed arm.
His face remained calm, as if he had anticipated it, “How did it go?”
Xiao’s complexion was slightly pale, with blood dripping from his remaining left arm, “That Nanli Qingxu is, like Your Highness, a false Grandmaster.”
Ji Dang nodded slightly, “There is still a Divine Arm Gu in the Gu carriage, go and bind it.”
“Order the Shen Sha Army to prepare to follow me into battle.”
He drew a circle on the ground with a spear and then opened a gap.
“For him to defeat me, there is only one path.”
Biyou Dragon Girl drew a larger circle around the only gap with her sword, “Then let’s completely block this path for him!”
