Asura Emperor Venerable-Chapter 87 - : Turncoat

Chapter 87: Chapter 87: Turncoat

What kind of trick is this playing?

Shi Hao didn’t care, his combat power was already invincible in Hua Yuan Nation, unless the White Cloud Sect dispatched soul cultivators who had stepped into the second step or higher to suppress him.

He waved his hand, signaling the people around him to step back, unafraid of any tricks Jiang Zhong might play.

“Speak,” he said indifferently, not really caring much.

Jiang Zhong smiled and said, “Lord An is a straightforward person, and so am I, not beating around the bush. I’m here this time hoping that Lord An would consider moving and joining Tong’an Country.”

Oh?

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Shi Hao then appeared somewhat surprised and laughed, “Are you actually a spy for Tong’an Country?”

Jiang Zhong smiled, “It’s quite normal for Hua Yuan Nation and Tong’an Country, as hereditary enemies, to plant spies within each other.”

“However, you’re also quite remarkable, climbing to the position of Deputy Minister of War.” Shi Hao exclaimed, “Aren’t you afraid that I’ll refuse, making you expose your identity for nothing?”

“For Lord An, I am willing to take the risk,” Jiang Zhong said with a smile, his eyes clear and without a trace of fear.

Shi Hao laughed heartily and nodded, “Regardless, I will keep your identity secret. Tell me, why should I join Tong’an Country?”

Of course, Jiang Zhong knew that he couldn’t persuade Shi Hao to join Tong’an Country with just a few words; he had already prepared his argument.

“Thank you, Lord An!” He first bowed, and then asked, “Does Lord An know that the Royal Family of Hua Yuan Nation, the Chu Family, as well as the four major families, are all descendants of elders from the White Cloud Sect?”

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“Not really clear,” Shi Hao honestly said, if Liu Yixiao didn’t know much, then he was the same.

Jiang Zhong smiled, “The Chu Family is descended from the Fifth Elder, the Shi Family from the Eleventh Elder, the Chen Family from the Thirteenth Elder, and the Wang and Zhang families both have ties with the Seventh Elder.”

“Hmm?” Shi Hao seemed curious, how could the Seventh Elder have descendants with different surnames?

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Jiang Zhong explained, “The Wang Family actually descends from the previous Seventh Elder, while the Zhang Family is from the current Seventh Elder, but since the two Seventh Elders were master and disciple, naturally the latter would take care of the former’s descendants.”

Oh.

“In the White Cloud Sect, these four elders are the closest in relation and make up a unified interest group, while Tong’an Country is backed by another three elders, and Changming Country by four elders.”

“Three groups, all vying for the position of the next Sect Master of White Cloud Sect in a conflict both open and secret, while the wars among the three countries are like a game of chess being played out on a board.”

“Lord An, by killing the Martial Venerable of the Shi family, has definitely offended the Eleventh Elder, and offending the Eleventh Elder means offending the Fifth, Seventh, and Thirteenth Elders at the same time.”

“So, just from this point alone, Lord An should consider joining Tong’an Country.”

“A wise man does not stand under a dangerous wall, and Lord An, with his invaluable life and boundless prospects, certainly cannot afford any mishaps.”

What a smooth talker.

You shouldn’t be in the Ministry of War; your eloquence is wasted there. Go to the Ministry of Rites instead.

Shi Hao shook his head, “Not enough.”

Do you think you can deceive me with just sweet talk? Haha.

Jiang Zhong’s smile remained, “I am merely analyzing the current situation for Lord An, who, with his shrewd wisdom, can certainly make a judgment with the relevant information.”

He paused, then added, “If Lord An is willing to go to Tong’an Country, beauties will be at your disposal to choose from.”

Shi Hao couldn’t help but wear a strange expression, beauties at my disposal to choose from?

Are you sure this is a benefit for me, and not me being taken advantage of?

“Additionally, we will also recommend Lord An to join the White Cloud Sect in the future, bestow upon Lord An a superior cultivation technique, and help Lord An soar to great heights, even with the potential to achieve the Other Shore Realm,” Jiang Zhong added.

This was his trump card.

What do loose cultivators fear the most?

Lacking good cultivation techniques, slow cultivation progress, and when encountering difficulties, there’s no one to consult, only trial and error, which for most, leads to becoming possessed and tormenting oneself to death.

Therefore, joining the White Cloud Sect should be a huge temptation for Shi Hao.

In Hua Yuan Nation, can you do it?

Impossible!

Tearing down the entire Shi Family, how would the Eleventh Elder ever agree to that?

“Furthermore,” Jiang Zhong continued to pour oil on the fire, “according to the information we have, the Chu Family should have as many as three Martial Venerables. Once White Cloud Sect makes a decision, it’s highly likely they will join forces to kill Lord An. The current enfeoffment is nothing more than a gesture from Lord An.”

The Chu Family actually has three Martial Venerables?

No wonder they can sit so high above the throne; their foundation is indeed solid.

Shi Hao’s heart stirred, and he said, “Do you have Spirit Stones?”

Spirit… Spirit Stones!

Jiang Zhong gasped in shock, the master’s appetite was huge indeed.

He pondered for a moment before saying, “Even within White Cloud Sect, Spirit Stones are incredibly precious cultivation resources. If Lord An desires them, then this subordinate can facilitate the request. It should be no problem to obtain ten stones for Lord An.”

Ten stones?

Shi Hao shook his head, “Too few.”

He practiced the Nine Revolutions Sky-Plundering Scripture, and his cultivation method was different from others, directly plundering energy with a very high efficiency.

So, his consumption of Spirit Stones was also great. How long could ten Spirit Stones sustain his cultivation?

Jiang Zhong was at a loss for words then. Positions of authority, territories, he could fight for all of these for Shi Hao and make promises, but he couldn’t do the same with Spirit Stones.

These were also incredibly precious resources within White Cloud Sect. Tong’an Country simply couldn’t get involved, how could he make such a decision?

He was usually quick-witted, but now he found himself at a loss for words.

“If that’s the case, you should go back,” Shi Hao waved his hand, indicating that he had no intention of selling himself out.

When a Martial Venerable speaks, who dares not comply?

Though reluctant, Jiang Zhong had no choice but to take his leave.

Shi Hao had no intention of revealing Jiang Zhong’s identity. What did the grudges between Hua Yuan Nation and Tong’an Country have to do with him?

He didn’t care at all.

After spending a few days in the Imperial Capital, Shi Hao and the fatty embarked on their journey back to Mengyang City.

This time, they did not take a carriage but rented two fast horses, traveling at lightning speed, much faster than before.

However, both of them did not forget to cultivate, practicing reliably every morning.

The trip from the Imperial Capital to Mengyang City took about thirty days by carriage, but by horse, the time could be reduced to twenty days.

Twenty days later, Shi Hao and the fatty returned to Mengyang City, which they had not seen for many days.

The fatty naturally went home first, while Shi Hao went to Rejuvenate Hall to find Lin Yueyu. Bai Hua, that girl was still there, and even though she was now clinging to Lin Yueyu, he felt responsible and needed to check on her.

To his great surprise, Lin Yueyu had disappeared.

She never returned to Mengyang City but directly lost her traces in the County Town.

Shi Hao decided he had to visit the County Town to see what had happened.

With Chu Fei’s protection, could anyone still dare to harm Lin Yueyu?

He put this matter aside for the moment and went to Starwind Academy.

—He had a promise to fulfill.

“Arf! Arf! Arf!” Soon, the wails of the big yellow dog echoed.

The madman is here again, ah!