Chapter 1228: 918: Probably Not Acting Alone

Chapter 1228: Chapter 918: Probably Not Acting Alone

After hearing Zhang Yidong’s words, Gao Jinming sighed in relief. His thoughts were actually the same as Zhang Yidong’s.

The reason he had agreed with Sect Master Xu Nianshuo’s ideas during the Sect deliberations was that he did not want to become an outlier in the Sect, especially since the other Elders were supporting the Sect Master. If he objected at that time, it was very likely to displease the Sect Master.

Zhang Yidong then continued: “Xu Nianshuo’s summoning of the Elders for discussion today is most likely an attempt to test the attitudes of the Elders. If anyone opposes him, he will certainly take action against those individuals.”

Hearing this, Gao Jinming was startled and felt somewhat relieved that he had not sung a different tune from the Sect Master, otherwise, he might not have lived much longer.

Then, Gao Jinming asked, “Elder Yu Changqin, what should we do next?”

“If the Sect Master is really conspiring secretly with the forces invading the Chaotic Star Sea, and if the Daxia Dynasty discovers this, I’m afraid everyone from the Wind-controlling Sect will be implicated.”

Zhang Yidong pondered for a moment before saying, “If the Sect Master’s request is approved, then when the time comes, you’ll lead the team to the Thousand Ren World to stand guard. Try to gather as much intelligence as possible about the invading forces. As for the rest, I will figure something out.”

Gao Jinming replied, “I understand.”

A few days later, the Wind-controlling Sect’s request was approved, and the Sect dispatched four Elders and over a thousand disciples to stand guard in the Thousand Ren World.

However, as soon as the disciples of the Wind-controlling Sect arrived in the Thousand Ren World, they were forced to be completely dispersed and assigned among the various War Dragon Army legions, and the Elders were scattered as well.

Not only the Wind-controlling Sect but also the disciples from other Sects and clan forces were treated the same. During the Cultivators’ Convention, the Heavenly Emperor had already mentioned integrating the disciples of all forces. Although there was dissatisfaction among the major powers, none expressed it outwardly.

Some powers were still counting on their Sect’s members obtaining the Fire God Gun and Fire God Cannon.

After staying in Tianchen World for a few more days and feeling that it was about time, Lu Chen prepared to head for the Thousand Ren World.

As Lu Chen was about to leave, a voice arose outside Lin Wanyun’s sleeping chamber, “Your Majesty, the Brocade Guard has delivered quite a bit of intelligence regarding the major Sects?”

Hearing this, Lu Chen smiled and caressed Lin Wanyun’s cheek, “Wanyun, it seems I need to get busy. When I return, let’s continue.”

At these words, the beautiful lady’s cheeks instantly flushed hotter, and she then calmed her Mysterious Female Technique, relaxing her entire body.

Lu Chen withdrew and with a casual wave, donned a suit of white gold clothes.

Lin Wanyun hastened to say, “I bid Your Majesty farewell!”

After Lin Wanyun finished speaking, Lu Chen arrived at his Imperial Study Room.

Now there were two Imperial Study Rooms in the Imperial Palace, one where Lu Changfeng handled government affairs, and the other was Lu Chen’s.

Lu Chen’s Imperial Study Room did not contain materials related to government affairs, instead mostly holding intelligence files.

Upon entering the Imperial Study Room, a Commander of the Brocade Guard immediately reported to Lu Chen about the recent movements of the various Sect powers.

Lu Chen listened to the Commander’s report while flipping through the files on the desk.

Seeing the content of the files, Lu Chen merely smiled faintly. The Daxia Dynasty had been established for so many years, yet these Sect powers were still restless. Even before the Canghai Sect had entered the Chaotic Star Sea, those powers were already thinking about proactively making contact with the Canghai Sect.

In order to connect with the Canghai Sect, they even stationed Sect disciples and Elders in the Thousand Ren World.

Lu Chen was not angered by these little maneuvers of the Sect powers; he had anticipated such events occurring long ago.

At this moment, Lu Chen spoke to the Commander of the Brocade Guard, “For now, don’t make a move on them, just keep a close watch.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

“You may leave.”

“Your subordinate takes his leave.” As the Commander of the Brocade Guard’s voice faded, he left the Imperial Study Room. It was at this moment that Lu Chen flipped to an interesting piece of intelligence.

The information indicated that an Elder of the Wind-controlling Sect seemed to be actively seeking out the Brocade Guard, appearing to have some matters they wished to report through the Brocade Guard.

Seeing this intelligence, Lu Chen faintly smiled. It seemed the Wind-controlling Sect also had its share of wise individuals.

Just then, Bai Qingqing’s voice came from outside, “Your Majesty, a disciple of the Wind-controlling Sect requests an audience!”

Lu Chen was slightly taken aback; he had just read this piece of intelligence and did not expect the Elder of the Wind-controlling Sect to send someone so quickly. Lu Chen directly said, “Come in!”

The disciple from the Wind-controlling Sect entered the Imperial Study Room and immediately knelt down to salute, “Greetings to Heavenly Emperor!”

“Dispense with the formalities. Speak, what did your Elder send you here for?”

Upon hearing Lu Chen’s voice, the disciple of the Wind-controlling Sect immediately shook with fear; he was a direct disciple of Zhang Yidong, and Zhang Yidong had already discussed their Sect’s matters with him.

Just thinking that the Wind-controlling Sect was about to betray the Daxia Dynasty and that disaster was imminent filled his heart with dread.

Although Lu Chen had already told him to rise, Duanmu Zhi still knelt on the ground, not daring to stand up or lift his head.

“Your Majesty, my honored master sent me to inform Your Majesty that the Sect Master of the Wind-controlling Sect is obstinately determined to have the Wind-controlling Sect secretly side with the invaders of the Chaotic Star Sea.”

Hearing this, Lu Chen chuckled lightly, then said, “I’m afraid it’s not just an obstinate determination; as I understand it, almost all the Elders of your sect are in favor of siding with the Canghai Sect.”

Duanmu Zhi broke out in a cold sweat; he had not imagined that the Sum Emperor already knew about the Wind-controlling Sect’s affairs—just as his master had feared, this was a trap set by the Heavenly Emperor.

Fortunately, his master had seen through the Heavenly Emperor’s intentions. But now that the Sect Master of the Wind-controlling Sect had already made his choice, would the Heavenly Emperor still spare the Wind-controlling Sect?

Upon coming back to his senses, Duanmu Zhi immediately said, “Your Majesty, the majority of the Wind-controlling Sect’s members are loyal to Your Majesty. They are only intimidated by the aggressor’s threats, hence their failure to defy the aggressor’s orders. Please discern the truth, Your Majesty.”

Lu Chen said, “Alright, I am aware of this matter. Go back and tell your master that I am very clear about who is loyal and who is traitorous. Those who are loyal to the Daxia Dynasty will see ever better days, while those who betray the Daxia will soon meet their retribution.”

This…

Duanmu Zhi was unsure of how to interpret Lu Chen’s stance, but now all he could do was return and relay Lu Chen’s words to his master.

Immediately, Duanmu Zhi said, “Your humble subject will bear in mind the words of the Heavenly Emperor and now takes his leave.”

As his words fell, Duanmu Zhi rose and left the Imperial Study Room, trembling all the while.

After Duanmu Zhi had left, Lu Chen collected all the intelligence inside the Imperial Study Room into the Space Ring and then directly transmitted his voice to Bai Qingqing and Mu Qinglan, “Bai, Lan’er, let’s go to the Thousand Ren World now.”

Having finished the transmission, Lu Chen’s body moved to the teleportation gate, and Bai Qingqing and Mu Qinglan quickly followed suit.

When the two ladies arrived at the teleportation gate, Empress Tianhong was already waiting there. There was no need for Lu Chen to tell Empress Tianhong where he intended to go; she would follow of her own accord.

Seeing that all three ladies had arrived, Lu Chen no longer said anything further, directly activating the teleportation gate, and together, the four of them proceeded to the Thousand Ren World.