Chapter 1351: Chapter 62: Recruiting Unorthodox Cultivators for the Dragon Pillar Struggle (Part 2)
Mrs. Zhao looked into his eyes and said seriously, "Indeed, the Fengxiang Sword Sect cannot be trusted either. Do you really think they are here to help us?"
With a slight sneer on her face, she said, "They fear our two sects’ unification, which would compensate for each other’s shortcomings in cultivation techniques. They wish for Zhongtai Xuanyue to be defeated, just like the demise of the Evil Sect’s Three Sects. But if Zhongtai is gone, where would we, mother and son, have a place?"
At this point, she changed her tone and said, "However, while we can’t fully trust them, we cannot completely abandon them either. Just like this banquet where we invited people, albeit due to Elder Yan, they are originally from different regions and not aligned with us. As long as Ying Hong remains the Sect Leader, we can make use of them. You, Xun’er, must keep an eye out for outstanding figures among them and recruit them early to support your father."
Du Shixun seemed to understand somewhat and nodded, "I understand, Mother."
Mrs. Zhao leaned back, saying, "This time, at the Dragon Pillar Meeting, Rong Junzhong is the stumbling block. Only by removing this person can Zhongtai have a chance of victory."
Du Shixun, full of confidence, said, "Mother, I wasn’t here the last two times, allowing Rong Junzhong to be rampant. This time I am back, so there is no need to fear."
Mrs. Zhao nodded repeatedly, her eyes gleaming, and said, "Good, with my son’s help, your father can rest easy."
At this moment, a maid walked over quietly, came to her side, and said softly, "Madam, Daoist Hui Xuan has arrived."
Mrs. Zhao’s beautiful eyes brightened, and she said, "Please, invite him."
After a while, a figure flickered outside, and an old Daoist in a crane robe entered. His forehead had deep wrinkles, brows thin and straight, and temples seemed chiseled. His form was elusive, cloud mist at his feet, clearly the appearance of a Nascent Soul here. Upon entering the hall, he glanced around and said, "Is Xun’er here as well?"
Du Shixun faced the old Daoist but did not dare to be pretentious, restrained his sharpness, and clasped his fists, saying, "Greetings, Uncle."
Ancestor Hui Xuan nodded and said, "Just right, I was looking for you."
Du Shixun said, "Uncle, is there anything you wish to instruct?"
Mrs. Zhao smiled and said, "True Master, why not sit down before speaking?"
Ancestor Hui Xuan nodded slightly, sat down at the guest seat, and then said, "Xun’er, do you have an intention for the next position of control?"
His straightforward question not only startled Mrs. Zhao but also left Du Shixun somewhat bewildered and hesitant, asking, "Uncle, what do you mean?"
Ancestor Hui Xuan smiled faintly and said, "You don’t need to answer me. I’m just informing you, Zhongtai, after the previous two Dragon Pillar Meetings, has suffered greatly. It may take a hundred years to fully recover, and we may need to rely on external sects or Lower Sect practitioners. If you are interested, you must strive for the presiding of the contract signing, to keep useful talents for yourself."
Mrs. Zhao frowned, saying, "That matter is usually presided over by Elder Yan, if Xun’er intervenes, will it displease him?"
The Dragon Pillar Meeting is three months away. Zhongtai must sign the Dharma Contract in advance to ensure external practitioners risk their lives with Xuanyue.
Ancestor Hui Xuan smirked and said, "At times like these, this is the last Dragon Pillar Battle. If we lose again, Xuanyue’s takeover of Zhongtai is imminent. Only Xun’er and Rong Junzhong have the strength for a duel, so strive if necessary, without other concerns."
Mrs. Zhao looked at Ancestor Hui Xuan with some resentment, flicking her sleeve lightly, saying, "If my brother-in-law is willing to make a move, how could we be reduced to this?"
Ancestor Hui Xuan said in a deep voice, "This time, I will also follow the Sect Leader."
Originally a Loose Cultivator, due to exceptional talent and the guidance of Zhongtai Cave Heaven True Master Zheng Weixing, he achieved great heights and reached the Nascent Soul Third Realm hundreds of years ago, becoming the most promising figure in the continent to enter the Cave Heaven Realm. However, he was not a Zhongtai disciple, hence did not participate in the previous battles, but this time there are no such restrictions, so he decided to come forth.
Mrs. Zhao was pleasantly surprised upon hearing his willingness to participate, her beautiful eyes opened wide, saying, "With my brother-in-law involved, mere Rong Junzhong will be easily dealt with."
But Ancestor Hui Xuan shook his head and said, "Facing this person, my chances of victory are slim."
Mrs. Zhao was puzzled, as in her view, Rong Junzhong had only reached the Nascent Soul Third Realm for a few decades, while Ancestor Hui Xuan had several hundred years more Daoist cultivation, should be easy to deal with, yet now seemed extremely wary of this person?
Ancestor Hui Xuan motioned with his hand and said, "The reasons behind this are inconvenient to reveal and can be discussed later. Today, I came for one more important matter, to introduce someone to Madam and Xun’er."
After speaking, he flicked his sleeve, releasing a white mist that landed and transformed into a robust, broad-faced cultivator.
Du Shixun’s eyes were bright, clenched his fists, and sternly questioned, "Who are you?"
If this person showed any abnormality, he wouldn’t care who brought them, he would strike them dead first.
Mrs. Zhao frowned tightly, as this was her inner chamber, and Hui Xuan unexpectedly brought someone in without notice, which made her somewhat displeased.
Ancestor Hui Xuan said in a deep voice, "No need to panic, this fellow Daoist’s identity is sensitive and can’t freely enter this place. There is an elder watching outside, so I had no choice but to take this measure, and bring him in on my own authority."
The cultivator laughed heartily, cupped his hands and said, "I am Luo Dongchuan, greetings Mrs. Zhao." Turning to Du Shixun, he said, "Greetings, Daoist Du."
Upon hearing his name, Mrs. Zhao was startled, stood up unconsciously, pointed, and said, "You are from the Beimo Sea Realm, there..."
Luo Dongchuan chuckled and said, "Madam guessed correctly. I am indeed from the Luo Clan, and Clan Leader Luo Jiangyu is my elder brother. Today, I am here at the invitation of Brother Hui Xuan for the grand plans of both our families."
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