Yinshan Record

Chapter 19 The Heart of Xuan Mountain
Su Nu is interested in me, or rather, she is interested in the "Six Harmonies Azure Dragon".

Similarly, the White Deer Cave Academy also plotted against me because of this "Six Harmonies Azure Dragon," leading to the almost absurd and heinous act committed by its predecessor.

Therefore, the most urgent task is to figure out what exactly the so-called "Six Harmonies Azure Dragon" is.
Su Che sat quietly in his seat, listening to the conversations of the others.

"Is the news accurate?"

Su Nu still seemed unwilling to accept it.

It seems she values ​​the Six Harmonies Azure Dragon destiny very much.

"I found this in the files of the Imperial Censorate of Daliang last night. If you don't believe me, you can ask Gu She to confirm it again."

Wuzhiqi seemed to be mocking Gushe.

It is clear that Gushe was an upper-class person within the Great Liang, while Wuzhiqi had no good feelings towards the Great Liang.

This person is really strong; he actually managed to break into the Censorate and rummage through its files and records.

Su Che knew that the Censorate of Daliang could be said to be one of the most elite forces in the entire dynasty, and there were many experts among the Imperial Censors and Embroidered-Robe Envoys.

The Imperial Guards, the Censorate, and the Imperial Palace formed the cornerstone of the Liang Dynasty's rule.

How powerful is this Wuzhiqi, who was able to break into the Censorate and read through their files?
"Be careful. The Censorate has already dispatched three Imperial Censors to the Netherworld. The leader of them is a fifth-rank cultivator." Gu She seemed to be kindly mentioning this: "One of them is a sword cultivator from the Hidden Sword Pavilion of the East Sea Sword Palace. He is the most effective against demon cultivators. Even if your Eight-Nine Yuan Technique is versatile, you still need to be careful."

"Hehe, thanks for the reminder, Gushe. But a scourge can live for a thousand years. A mere third-rank, fifth-grade official can't do anything to me."

Wu Zhiqi said in a bold manner, "What's more, we now have this Eastern King Duke, who must be a highly skilled and extraordinary person. If we old shamans can't withstand him, we'll go to our relatives and friends and ask you for help."

"Wuzhiqi, do you know where Su Che is now?"

Su Nu continued to press on.

“We can’t remember. Now that you have a name, you can look it up yourself. Hehe, when it comes to wealth, all of us except Lord Zhongyuan combined are not as wealthy as you.”

Yes, actually, I'm right in front of you.

Zhongyuan struck the jade chime again, thus ending the discussion.

“I have confirmed that there are indeed that person’s remains in the heart of Xuan Mountain.”

The corpse left behind by any highly accomplished cultivator who has reached the third rank can be called a "remains." This is because their corpses, being the result of their cultivation, possess unique and extraordinary qualities, often representing the cultivator's entire path in the Dao and possessing various remarkable uses.

"For the next gathering, we need you all to explore the heart of Xuan Mountain."

Will we explore the heart of Xuan Mountain and confront the corpse of that great Western being?
"Lord Zhongyuan, I have something to say."

Gu She, who had been quite active, spoke up.

"please."

"The heart of Xuan Mountain should be the lair of the Black Mountain Monster. According to relevant case files, this demon king broke through to the fifth rank many years ago and has roamed the world for more than two hundred years. Is Lord Zhongyuan sure that we can defeat it?"

Su Che gleaned an important piece of information.

Gu She was quite certain that among the Zhongshan Society members present, there was no one with a cultivation level exceeding the fifth rank.

In other words, Wuzhiqi, who had previously broken into the Imperial Censorate of Daliang, was also less than a fifth-rank cultivator.

What does all this signify?
This suggests that while the members of the Zhongshan Society may not have high cultivation levels, they are all incredibly powerful and audacious.

They were a bunch of desperados.

“Since Lord Zhongyuan has ordered us to go, he must have a reason for sending us.”

Yu Qiang, who had barely spoken, said, "Lord Zhongyuan's ingenious schemes are beyond our comprehension; all we can do is follow them."

Damn it, he beat me to it.

The Eastern King and Wuzhiqi had such thoughts in their minds, and couldn't help but feel a little annoyed.

Zhongyuan only said one sentence.

"Since we've sent you, there's a reason for it. A near-death experience is certainly dangerous, but it's also an opportunity for breakthrough."

"Do you have any more questions?"

Silence fell over the bench. "No, no."

Wuzhiqi quickly replied.

"Lord Zhongyuan, I have another question."

Gu She has a rather persistent and unforgiving attitude.

"please say."

"May I ask Lord Zhongyuan, is the City God of Jiankang truly at the end of his life?"

"Not only Jiankang, but the City God of Luoyang is also in a precarious situation. In this era of great strife, how many people in the divine path can remain calm and collected?"

Zhongyuan looked at Gushe and said, "If you've been planning that all along, I think you should wait a bit."

"May I ask why?"

"The answer lies deep within Xuan Mountain; you'll see for yourself then."

Zhongyuan looked at the crowd in front of him.

"This concludes today's meeting. Please return."

After speaking, he gently tapped the jade chime in front of him.

With a soft sound, Su Che felt the sword intent nurtured between his brows pulsating.

The sacred mountain that the sun and moon cannot illuminate, the giant dragon holding a candle in its mouth, the orchids that emerge from beneath the jade with a faint glow, and even the lifelike statues floating in the air.

All of this seemed to vanish before my eyes like a dream or a bubble.

The last thing Su Che saw was Zhong Yuan raising his face, which was covered by a bronze mask, and looking at the statues floating in the air.

The passage of time is no longer visible; all that remains is nostalgia for the past.

The rise and fall of dynasties throughout history, the joys and sorrows of a thousand years, can all be witnessed in a single moment.

If the Zhongshan Society is full of disillusioned people and avengers, then who is Zhongyuan seeking revenge against?

With a single thought, a completely different world unfolds before your eyes.

Bright moon, ancient pines, withered temple, and the occasional chirping of insects amidst the solitude.

A few emerald flames flickered between the stone pillars, and a ghostly gaze seemed to sweep across the ruins.

This place before me is clearly my first stop in Shanyin County.

Kulin Zen Temple.

How did Zhongyuan end up here?
Su Che felt uneasy.

The sword box and other treasures are currently in the residence of the Shanyin County Government. If they were to encounter that one-eyed wood spirit again, who knows what their fate would be?

With a calm and peaceful mind, I gaze at the bright moon in the sky.

Su Che used the calming technique contained in the Dingtian Jun Sword to slay the chaotic thoughts in his mind.

Only by severing the Dao and seeing me can one truly be a swordsman.

What kind of man is one who hesitates and fears?
Su Che looked around, recalling the layout of the place from his memory, and searched for a way down the mountain.

But I could clearly hear someone muttering in my ear.

"Qiusheng, Wencai, be careful. Shanyin is different from our Guobei. There are more demons than ghosts here. According to physiognomy, this place is shrouded in gloom. You must be extra careful."

"Master, don't worry."

"Okay, Master."

A Taoist priest wearing a crown that reaches the heavens, a yellow robe with the Eight Trigrams, a bronze mirror in his left hand, and a small yellow bag on his back, led two disciples and charged towards us.

(End of this chapter)