King of Assassins-Chapter 975 - 671: Countermeasures (Part 3)

The old daoist swept his duster aside, placed one hand on his chest, and greeted, "I am Tao Jun, the Sect Leader of the Qingxu Sect. May I ask if you are the newly appointed Celestial Master?"

Just now, a meteor fell from the Nine Heavens, landing directly above the Celestial Master Temple. Despite the blazing midday sun, the radiant starlight cast the sun into shadow.

Such a phenomenon was clearly visible from a thousand miles away.

Tao Jun, having lived for two thousand years, was well aware that this meant the Celestial Court had dispatched another Celestial Master.

In recent millennia, the Celestial Court rarely sent down a Celestial Master to the Cyan Celestial Realm.

With the sudden arrival of a Celestial Master in the Wuyuan Country, even the Emperor of Wuyuan was greatly shocked.

The Emperor summoned Tao Jun and several important cultivators for a discussion, and only then did he ask Tao Jun to personally meet the new Celestial Master.

Gao Xuan greeted him back, displaying a Golden Seal, and said, "My name is Gao Xuan, sent by the Celestial Court."

"Indeed, you are the Celestial Master from the Upper Realm. Please accept my respect."

Tao Jun bowed respectfully once more, his face now carrying a broader smile.

Gao Xuan slightly turned his body, "There is no need for such formalities, Fellow Daoist."

"The previous Celestial Master left office several hundred years ago. Your arrival, Fellow Daoist Gao, is truly a fortunate event for our country..."

After a few complimentary words, Tao Jun continued, "If the Celestial Master has any needs, please feel free to direct us."

Gao Xuan said, "I have just arrived and do not require much. I have only heard that there are three great demons causing havoc in Wuyuan Country. Is this true?"

Tao Jun's expression slightly changed, and he solemnly said, "Celestial Master, these three great demons each have deep origins and formidable cultivation. The Celestial Master must not act rashly..."

"Eliminating demons and monsters is my duty."

Gao Xuan said calmly, "Since I am here, I cannot stand by and watch demons rampage."

Tao Jun couldn't help but sigh; this Celestial Master had an unparalleled demeanor, yet his urgency and impatience were worrisome. 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

After some thought, he suggested, "The three great demons are deeply interconnected, and not wiping them out completely would result in endless troubles. The situation is complex and cannot be explained quickly."

Tao Jun proposed, "Why not stay for a few days in the Capital City, Celestial Master? I can explain the complexities and implications to you..."

Gao Xuan smiled, "Wouldn't that be inconvenient?"

"It would be very convenient. Most convenient indeed."

Hearing Gao Xuan say this, Tao Jun also felt relieved. As long as this one did not act recklessly, everything else could be managed.

Gao Xuan called for Qingfeng Mingyue, instructing them to take good care of the household, and then left with Tao Jun.

When Tao Jun employed the Escape Technique, he used a Magic Talisman, wrapping the three of them in a ball of golden light to ascend into the sky. Within a few breaths, they arrived at a Daoist School on the western side of the Wuyuan Capital City.

This Daoist School spanned over ten acres, with palatial halls and pavilions constructed with exquisite beauty. In front of the grand hall stood countless worshippers, with the incense smoke thick enough to form pillars rising to the sky.

The grandeur of the Qingxu Sect, compared to the Celestial Master Temple, highlighted the Emperor of Wuyuan's favor towards the Qingxu Sect.

Tao Jun personally guided Gao Xuan to the fine quarters in the backyard of the Qingxu Daoist School, where he arranged the best courtyard for Gao Xuan.

Having temporarily settled Gao Xuan, Tao Jun then returned to the grand hall with his disciple, Baili Qingtong.

Inside the grand hall were two Daoist Robe and Feathered Hat ascendants and a Yellow-robed Eunuch. Upon seeing Tao Jun enter, they all rose to greet him.

After the Yellow-robed Eunuch saluted, he hurriedly asked, "National Preceptor, what is the background of this new Celestial Master? Is there any explanation?"

Tao Jun signaled everyone to be seated, then he himself sat leisurely in the main seat before speaking, "The new Celestial Master is named Gao Xuan. He appears extremely young and handsome, with unparalleled grace. Upon meeting, he stated his intention to eliminate the three great demons. Fearing complications, I invited him to the Daoist School as our guest first..."

The Yellow-robed Eunuch became anxious upon hearing this, "Each of the three great demons possesses Divine Techniques, and they cannot be slain merely by words. This is folly!"

The White-robed Ascendant Jiang Yunfeng coldly commented, "This Celestial Master is unfamiliar with the protocol."

Another Yellow-robed Feathered Scholar, Zuo Wentao, also frowned, saying, "Wanting to eliminate demons as soon as he arrives, acting with such impatience is not the way of a prudent person."

Jiang Yunfeng and Zuo Wentao were Spirit Immortals of the Wuyuan Daoist Sect, with many disciples. Although their cultivation was not quite at the level of Tao Jun, they were not far behind.

This group, by forming an alliance, could barely contend with the three great demons.

Upon hearing Gao Xuan's remarks, the two were naturally displeased.

Tao Jun sighed, "This Celestial Master appears to have a steadfast character, not easily swayed by words."

Jiang Yunfeng, being a Sword Cultivator, was more direct in action. He frowned and said, "How about this: Fellow Daoist, invite this Celestial Master to dinner tonight, and during the banquet, I will spar with him in swordplay and magic, to dampen his overconfidence and dispel this foolish notion..."

(Having switched to a larger map, further updates might be slow~ please understand.)