"Northern Zhou claims to be a nation, but in reality, it is an alliance of dozens of loosely affiliated tribes. For a long time, these tribes have been at constant war with each other, making unification difficult. Yet, even so, they are exceptionally frightening. Some of their tribes are terrifyingly powerful and often invade the Central Plains to plunder. However, since Meng Fang has been guarding Youzhou, such plundering has significantly decreased."

Chen Xuantian spoke with a heavy tone, "Moreover, I heard that Northern Zhou has produced an unparalleled master of this generation named Cha Hatian. Over the decades, he has gradually unified the tribes, turning them into a solid block. If this news is true, then the trouble for Great Xuan might indeed be immense."

Northern Zhou, a vast and boundless region.

Despite the perennial bitter cold, it only further forges the nation's fierce character.

Often, they rely on a few tribes to dare to plunder south.

Once all tribes are united, their power will undoubtedly exceed imagination.

"So, having Meng Fang around isn't entirely without benefit?"

Jiang Shi frowned.

"Yes, Meng Fang guards Youzhou, blocking most of Northern Zhou's powerful enemies. However, Meng Fang's ambition is too high. Seven or eight years ago, he swept through Jianghu with his cavalry, cleansing Great Xuan. Now, as his strength gradually grows, he targets the various Noble Families and reclusive Sects, intending to sweep them away. This is intolerable to the major Noble Families!"

Chen Xuantian said.

"Alright."

Jiang Shi muttered to himself.

In other words, Meng Fang exposed himself too quickly!

To achieve it in one go is undoubtedly impossible.

If it were me, I would at least wait until fully grown before proceeding with the plan.

"Within Northern Zhou, there are not many sects, the most famous being the Longevity Sect. The followers of the Longevity Sect are fanatical and obsessive, believing that even if they die, their souls will return to the embrace of the Father God, thereby not fearing death at all."

Chen Xuantian stated.

"So they are almost like lunatics?"

Jiang Shi frowned.

"Yes, but there are a few rational ones, albeit very few."

Chen Xuantian spoke.

Jiang Shi gently nodded.

After that, Chen Xuantian continued to introduce Jiang Shi to some general conditions of Northern Zhou. Finally, he waved lightly, saying, "You go rest for now. Tomorrow morning, we will set off officially. Dongjue Ridge is at least several thousand miles from our Holy Sect Headquarters. Along the way, we need to meet up with other Noble Families. I have to see the Four Symbols Alliance Leader tomorrow and cannot accompany you. Be careful on your own."

He paused, pondering, "If possible, try to keep a low profile. Unless absolutely necessary, do not reveal your full strength."

He was too worried about those Noble Families.

If these Noble Families do eliminate Meng Fang, upon seeing Jiang Shi grow so quickly, they certainly won't sit still, and troubles will surely follow.

"Yes, Sect Leader!"

Jiang Shi nodded.

"Hmm, go."

The Black Lotus Sect Leader spoke, rubbing his temples once more.

Jiang Shi cupped his fists again and withdrew.

···

In the early morning of the following day.

The entire Black Lotus Holy Sect began to move swiftly. One after another, Hall Masters, Squad Leaders, and Stewards gathered quickly.

Besides them, many small Noble Families affiliated with the Black Lotus Holy Sect also rushed to join, preparing to head to Jue Long Ridge together.

These small Noble Families are the Chen's of Chenzhou, the Ma's of Desolate State, the Cao's of Yunzhou, and the Funiu Palace.

Throughout the Southwest Region, the Black Lotus Sect is the undisputed leader, and there are many who must look up to it.

All four small Noble Families were included.

"Jiang Right Envoy, please take care along the way!"

"Yes, Jiang Right Envoy, this small token of appreciation is nothing grand, but please accept it, Elder."

"Jiang Right Envoy is truly young and promising, truly enviable."

The patriarchs of the Chen, Ma, Cao families, and Funiu Palace smiled obsequiously, presenting the Elixir Pills and Secret Treasures they carried to Jiang Shi.

They all belonged to the extremely weak Noble Families within the Four Symbols Alliance.

The blood-exchanging experts within their families are pitifully few, almost just two or three per family, and in such a moment, all two or three blood-exchanging experts were mobilized.

There was no choice.

If they didn't come, the Four Symbols Alliance would immediately destroy them with the excuse of delaying the battle opportunity.

Therefore, the four families felt extremely bitter, facing the Southwest Region's hegemon, the Black Lotus Sect, they could only flatter to avoid deliberate harm on the journey from the Black Lotus Sect.

If the Black Lotus Sect intended harm, they would likely lost half their forces before reaching Jue Long Ridge.

"Enough, stop wasting time, get on your horses early."

Just as Jiang Shi accepted the benefits from the four families, the Wind King coldly spoke first.

The patriarchs of the four families promptly nodded, summoning everyone to mount their horses.

"Jiang Right Envoy, feel free to accept what they gave you, don't mind them, they're all fencesitters. If you don't take their offerings now, they'll betray you all the same later!"

The Wind King said coldly.

In history, these small Noble Families have done such things before.

"Really?"

Jiang Shi was greatly surprised, sniffing the Elixir Pills they gave him, smiling slightly, then directly putting them in his mouth.

"By the way, has the Sect Leader set off?"

"Not yet, we need to wait a while longer."

The Wind King replied.

"The Sect Leader's injuries... still haven't improved?"

Jiang Shi hesitated.

"Yes,"

The Wind King said in a low voice, "The Sect Leader's injuries are different from others. Ordinary Spirit Pills and miraculous medicines struggle to have an effect. Unless we find some legendary items, but such items have long been extinct in the world."

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