Special War God

Chapter 191: Secluded Sect

When they heard Xia Zhongnan's decision, everyone gasped.

Zuoqiu Juemin reminded: "Young Palace Master, please think twice. You have just taken over the territory, and everything is not stable yet. How can we have the ability to wipe out ten Maitreya temples? Moreover, you just said that if we unilaterally and strongly attack Maitreya City, it will definitely lead to full retaliation. How can we compete with Maitreya City?"

Zuoqiu Juemin and the leaders of Wentian Fairy Palace habitually called Xia Zhongnan "Xiao Fei", but this time they blurted out "Young Palace Master". It was obvious that Xia Zhongnan's remarks had deeply shocked them.

Everyone responded and advised Xia Zhongnan not to act rashly.

Xia Zhongnan replied: "I have long predicted that the ambition of the Western Religion is to conquer our Donggu Territory, and Maitreya City is like a nail deeply embedded in our territory. Any retreat we make now will nourish the arrogance of Maitreya City and the Western Religion, and they will only become more greedy until they completely devour us. While the armistice agreement is fresh, the influence of both sides still exists, and Maitreya City's infiltration is still in the trial stage, we should decisively fight back, which will be the best countermeasure. We must show unwavering determination. The more we show an attitude of confrontation at all costs, the less they will dare to easily provoke a decisive battle. Imagine that the new governor of Xiuzhou publicly defeated the infiltration forces of Maitreya City on our Xiuzhou land. If Maitreya City Using this as an excuse to launch an attack, wouldn't it be a blatant violation of the truce agreement signed with the monarchs of the five countries? This is equivalent to slapping the monarchs of the five countries in the face. For the sake of dignity, they will ask Maitreya City to give an explanation and take the opportunity to jointly eliminate the forces of Maitreya City. In this way, it will be a heavy blow to Maitreya City, and they must consider the consequences of attacking us. I conclude that Maitreya City will only use small tricks to infiltrate at this moment, and the monarchs of the five countries will not go to war with Maitreya City for these trivial matters. If they have such courage, they should have destroyed Maitreya City long ago. This is also the best strategy for Maitreya City, gradually infiltrating the surrounding areas until the monarchs of the five countries cannot curb their expansion even if they turn against each other, and the entire Donggu Domain will be in crisis. "

After listening to his long speech, Liu Dabaizi and others remained silent, obviously agreeing with his analysis.

Zhao Delin said worriedly: "Xiao Fei, you are right, but the strength of Maitreya City cannot be ignored. As I said before, each of their temples has at least one lord-level monk in charge. How can we fight against more than ten lords?"

Xia Zhongnan responded: "Leave these problems to me. Since I proposed a battle, there must be a chance of winning, so I need time to deploy. At the same time, I ask the brothers in the Dark Hall to investigate the strength of each Maitreya Temple in detail."

Since he said so, no one objected, and Zhao Delin personally arranged for the Dark Hall to carry out Xia Zhongnan's instructions. If the Maitreya Temples in various cities could be cleared out in one fell swoop, who would refuse? Isn't this the reason why they are worried?

After the discussion came to an end, Xia Zhongnan asked again: "Do you know where to find a master who can forge a 'magic weapon'?"

Everyone shook their heads, expressing confusion about the unknown. Only Jiao Bohu revealed the secret: "Forging a 'mysterious weapon'? This is not something that can be achieved by a weaponsmith alone. It also requires the essence of strange creatures, or those extremely rare treasures of heaven and earth."

Xia Zhongnan responded: "Don't worry about the materials, just find the master forger."

Jiao Bohu continued, "If we just need to find a weaponsmith, Zilei Mountain, located to the west of Lanxiu City, should be the answer. I have heard rumors that there is a sect there called 'Tianbing Pavilion', which is famous for forging divine weapons from generation to generation. Although they do not get involved in mortal battles, the 'mysterious weapons' they forge are well-known. It is said that the 'Soul-devouring Halberd' held by our monarch, which can devour souls, was made by the weaponsmith master of the 'Tianbing Pavilion' many years ago."

As an alchemist, Jiao Bohu has extensive connections and knows much more than his companions who came from the provincial army.

Xia Zhongnan asked: "Since the 'Tianbing Pavilion' is a sect within our country and is very close to Maitreya City, how could it be hiding in the city with the remnants of the Bai Kingdom?"

Jiao Bohu replied: "It shouldn't be. 'Tianbing Pavilion' is a secluded sect. Except for a few sacred artifacts that are circulated in the world, it never intervenes in worldly disputes. Such sects are usually not easy to provoke. The Bai Kingdom is in a desperate situation and will not be foolish enough to provoke such a force. It will only destroy itself.

It’s just that these sects have many rules and strange temperaments, and the world knows very little about them, and it’s unclear whether they are willing to forge a divine weapon for you.”

Xia Zhongnan said: "It's good to know the location of this place. Since there are artifacts made by them circulating, there must be a solution if we find them. Even if the negotiation fails, there will be no loss."

Now that he knew of the existence of the "mysterious weapon" and had the material in his hands, Xia Zhongnan naturally desired to have a "mysterious weapon" of his own to prevent himself from being at a disadvantage when fighting against a magical weapon holder like Wu Huaizu.

After leaving the governor's mansion, Tu Shan Fang'er took him straight to Zi Lei Mountain.

With the third-level exotic beast Tushan Fang'er accompanying him, he could travel entirely by flying, which greatly improved his efficiency.

Before setting off, he had collected some information about the "Tianbing Pavilion" from Jiao Bohu.

The "Purple Thunder Mountain" got its name because its highest peak, the "Purple Thunder Peak", often flashes purple lightning, and the "Tianbing Pavilion" stands quietly halfway up the "Purple Thunder Peak".

Tu Shanfang'er led Xia Zhongnan to a place a hundred miles west of Lanxiu City, where they saw a mountain range stretching for hundreds of miles.

Thanks to their understanding of the origin of the "Purple Thunder Peak", they don't have to search mountain by mountain, they just need to pay attention to which peaks are shining with "purple thunder".

After going deep into the Purple Thunder Mountains, they saw in the distance a towering mountain, its halfway up the mountain surrounded by white clouds. Through the clouds, they could vaguely see a purple light flashing on the top of the mountain, accompanied by faint thunder.

And where the white clouds are lingering, rows of palaces are hidden among them. I guess that is where the "Heavenly Soldier Pavilion" is located...

It was the first time that Xia Zhongnan witnessed such a magical and magnificent sight. He could not help but stand in awe of the mysterious natural world. This mythical "God-given wonder" was an exquisite masterpiece of nature.

The majestic aura of the "Tianbing Pavilion" completely satisfied all his imaginations of those legendary "divine sects".

Tu Shan Fang'er said: "Brother, that mountain surrounded by purple thunder must be the 'Thunder Dome Peak' we are looking for, right? Let me take you directly there!"

Xia Zhongnan responded: "Fang'er, don't worry. Look, there is a quiet path winding up from the foot of the mountain. Take me to the foot of the mountain and we will climb up along the path."

Tu Shan Fang'er asked in confusion: "Brother, why do you have to walk down the mountain when I can take you directly to the palace?"

Xia Zhongnan smiled and explained: "You still don't understand. There are many rules in the world. After all, we are asking for help this time. Climbing from the foot of the mountain is a respect for them. Flying directly into the hall is very rude."

Tu Shan Fang'er sighed: "So that's how it is. I've never seen my brother be so polite to anyone."

Xia Zhongnan still had a concern in his mind that he didn't say out loud. A place as solemn as the "Tianbing Pavilion" might have restrictions in the air, and it might be dangerous to pass through it rashly.

Tu Shan Fang'er followed Xia Zhongnan's advice and landed at the foot of the mountain. When she got closer, she found that the path was a foot wide, with steps made of dark basalt. Looking up at the top of the mountain along these stone steps, the top was already shrouded in clouds and mist, as if it went straight to the sky.

Xia Zhongnan was relaxed, chatting and laughing with Tu Shanfang'er as he climbed the stairs. At the end of the stairs, there was a wide square. After crossing the square, you could see a majestic archway with three powerful characters "Tianbing Pavilion" written on it, signed by "Ou Yezi".

Xia Zhongnan couldn't help but be stunned. It was said that in ancient China, the sword-making master was called "Ou Yezi". He didn't expect that the weapons master in this world also had the same name. He didn't know if it was a simple coincidence or if there was an unknown connection hidden.

The gate below the archway was closed, and there were no disciples guarding outside. This so-called "hidden sect" indeed acted uniquely. Perhaps because there were few visitors in the deep mountains, there was no need for someone to guard the gate.

Xia Zhongnan grabbed the door knocker and announced his visit with three alternating light and heavy knocks, then he and Tu Shan Fang'er waited quietly.

After about a cup of tea, the door slowly opened. A boy of about seventeen or eighteen poked his head out from the crack of the door, glanced at Xia Zhongnan and Tu Shanfang'er, and asked in confusion, "Who are you looking for?"

Xia Zhongnan clasped his fists and saluted: "I am Xia Zhongnan, and I would like to ask the swordsmith from the 'Divine Weapon Pavilion' to forge a divine weapon."

The young man carefully looked at Xia Zhongnan for a moment and questioned: "As a spiritual practitioner, you still want to forge a divine weapon?"

Xia Zhongnan replied: "A hero is not judged by his origin. I don't think the 'Divine Weapon Pavilion' has any rules that forbid forging divine weapons for Divine Transformation cultivators, right?"

The young man raised his eyebrows and said, "You are so sharp-tongued! Do you know the value of ordinary divine weapons?"

Xia Zhongnan said frankly: "I don't know."

The young man sneered, "You don't even know how to estimate the value of a divine weapon, yet you dare to talk about forging a divine weapon? Arrogant people are really just talking nonsense!"

After saying this, he tried to retract his head and close the mysterious door again.

How could Xia Zhongnan let him close the door so easily?

In an instant, the "Sky-Breaking and Earth-Splitting Spear" appeared from another dimension and inserted into the crack of the door, preventing it from closing. This action seemed absurd, but was Xia Zhongnan a person who stuck to common sense?

Seeing this, the young man ignored the magic weapon inserted into the crack of the door and resolutely closed the door. There was a loud bang, and the door panel hit the magic weapon and was shaken open further.

This door contains a secret, and ordinary weapons cannot withstand the attack from the two doors. However, the "Heaven-shattering and Earth-splitting Spear" not only blocks the impact, but also bounces the doors open.

The young man asked in surprise: "You have a divine weapon in your hand?"

Then he asked again: "You already have a divine weapon, why do you still want us to forge it?"

Xia Zhongnan responded proudly: "This tool is not satisfactory, I want to find something more suitable."

The young man did not dare to look down on Xia Zhongnan anymore. Seeing that he could not compete, he said, "Then follow me!"

After saying this, he led Xia Zhongnan and Tu Shan Fang'er into the magnificent gate.