Immortal Road.

Chapter 533: Conspiracy behind the scenes, impromptu composition

"Oh?"

Lin Shan was a little moved now!
With Zhong Shenxiu's status and connections in Bailu Academy, it seems that he can really stir up quite a bit of energy if he works on his behalf.

"And second brother, I can also take advantage of this banquet to try my best to bring you and Hongdu Academy together."

"When the time comes, the two of you will join forces, so why would you be afraid of Shangyang Academy?"

"If you need it, I can even help you target businesses in secret as an individual!"

It is okay to target businesses, but not Shangyang Academy.

Lin Shan thanked him for his kindness and told him that there was no need to do so.

There is no need to worry about the merchants, we can handle it on our own.

As for the new Hongdu government, there is no need for matchmaking, as the two parties already have the intention to cooperate.

He was just curious about the interior of Bailu Academy.

"How can you help the Lujiang League run while you're in there?"

When Zhong Shenxiu heard this, he immediately became excited!

"Second brother, you don't know that I am the chief elder brother of the younger generation in Bailu Academy. I can't say that I can call the wind and rain, but at least most of the elders are very familiar with me."

"As long as I whisper in their ears frequently, talk more about your merits, and say a few good words for your Lujiang League, what's the point of worrying about success?"

"In addition, I can also exaggerate the friendship between us brothers and tell the truth. The elders can also give the Lujiang League a break out of consideration for their friendship."

Lin Shan heard him chattering and couldn't help but ask suspiciously.

"Is this really that simple? Is it enough for you to just talk?"

Zhong Shenxiu nodded as a matter of course.

"What else? What a big deal do you think it is?"

He shook his head and smiled.

"The size of the Lujiang League may seem big to you, but to the top forces, it is just that, and poses no threat at all."

“Sometimes the gap is much bigger than you can imagine.”

"You should have been to Yunchuan Academy. How do you think Lujiang League compares to it?"

Lin Shan answered honestly: "Not even as good as this."

"And I can tell you clearly that Yunchuan Academy is also not worth mentioning in our eyes!"

Lin Shan understood now.

Thinking back to the former Black Lotus Sect, the Zixiao Sect of the Song Dynasty, and the Qianyun Pavilion, they were indeed powerful forces, and even a loose alliance like the Lujiang League could not compare with them even if they were tied together.

But you can listen to this and not take it completely seriously.

Because many forces have also climbed up step by step from small to large, this is a gradual accumulation process.

It is impossible that people will not take precautions just because you are not big enough now.

Who can predict the future?
At least in the Song Dynasty, he had never heard of any sects or families that were famous and impressive, similar to the ten major academies in Lu State, below the top sects.

In the State of Lu, the ten major academies are unique products of local customs and practices.

The structure of four superpowers and many strong countries takes long enough to take shape.

But it is not allowed to develop too far ahead of time, let alone become too big.

For example, the Zhenzhi Academy in southwestern Shandong once attempted to change the existing basic situation in the cultivation world by relying on a mother tool of "Hyacinth", and naturally it would be struck by thunder!
The result was that Zhenzhi Academy became ruins and was destroyed overnight!
"Second brother, your Lujiang League can have some small fights. I can help you out a little. But you have to remember!"

"Definitely, definitely don't go beyond the scope of Yunchuan Academy!"

"The size of the ten academies has actually reached the limit of tolerance. This is the unspoken rule hidden beneath the surface, and no one can challenge it!"

"Don't blame me, brother, for not reminding you."

Zhong Shenxiu could also see that Lin Shan was ambitious, so he told him that sometimes one should adapt to local customs and follow the rules of the State of Lu.

The rules of the State of Lu are the rules set by the four top forces.

They can decide whatever they want.

If people think you have crossed the line, then you have crossed the line!

Anyone or any force that attempts to challenge authority will ultimately end up badly!
"Well, I understand."

Lin Shan nodded, indicating that he had no ambition to replace the previous sect and only wanted to develop his own Xun Gu Sect.

The Lujiang League is nothing more than a regional economic cooperation and mutual assistance organization in the Lujiang River Basin in western Shandong. It cannot escape the restricted framework of the region and there is no need to worry about its future expansion.

Zhong Shenxiu also agreed with this point. He didn't think that this loose regional alliance would be of any use.

As for the search for ancient teachings.
It's just like playing house, you don't have to worry too much about it.

"So our trip to the Lost Fairy Ridge is settled?"

Zhong Shenxiu looked expectant and rubbed his hands, as if he was ready to do something big.

Lin Shan thought about it.

In fact, if you want to save trouble, there is no need to go to Mixianling. It would be most convenient to kill the old snake outside now that it has run out.

Judging from the current situation, a banquet is being held here, so there is definitely no opportunity to take action.

Waiting to ambush the enemy after the banquet is also a good option.

He expressed his thoughts.

"That's not right. When Master Puchang came here, he came with many forces from northwestern Shandong, and even the Shangyang Academy. They will most likely go back together. It's hard for us to attack with so many people around."

Although Zhong Shenxiu arrived a little later than Lin Shan, he had already gathered the information.

If he could intercept the enemy halfway, he would like to get rid of him once and for all, so why bother going to such a dangerous place.

But with so many forces accompanying them, it would be difficult for the two of them to take action.

Lin Shan expressed his understanding, after all, he also came here with Yunchuan Academy.

Nowadays, when people go out, who doesn’t have a few good friends?

It is not surprising that Master Puchang is in contact with Shangyang Academy, as local forces and local academies are naturally close.

"Okay, I think it's better this way."

"After the banquet, I'll let Master Yang go back with Yunchuan Academy first, and we'll head to Mixianling in the northwest of Shandong in secret!"

"How about we get there first, and then ambush him at the door of his old home?"

When Zhong Shenxiu heard this, he thought, this is a good idea!

In comparison, it would be much more convenient and safer to wait for the Ming Snake Demon King, disguised as Puchang Zhenren, to return to his lair before going in to explore the secrets.

Just like burglary and robbery at the doorstep, the latter is obviously less labor-intensive.

"With my second brother here, I feel relieved!"

"No, no, brothers are united."

"It's sharp enough to break gold!"

The two laughed at the same time and reached an agreement.

There were many monks nearby who were secretly watching and noticed that the two young men were chatting happily. They were all secretly speculating about the relationship between them.

It was noon.

"The time has come, and everyone is almost here, so let's officially begin the ceremony!"

There was a master of ceremonies on the stage, and he gave the order.

"Dang~"

A clear gong sounded, and drums and cannons rang out all around. The noise suddenly arose, shaking the heavens and the earth, as if thousands of horses were attacking!

After the cannon sounded, rows of long carriages with chime bells were pushed out, with a red-robed musician sitting in every other carriage, holding a drum and beating the bells on the left and right.

Behind him, teams of dancers in gorgeous costumes came in one after another and danced a classical slow dance to the music.

As the atmosphere gradually progresses.

The lion and dragon dancers enter the venue from below, flying into the sky and hiding behind the ground, circling and soaring. They are controlled by monks, walking around the table, clinking glasses and interacting with the guests, and some scatter jade in the sky to bring blessings.

The Jindan masters from all the major forces just watched quietly, while the disciples they brought with them were interacting happily. Lin Shan was now a man who had seen the world, so his eyes on this grand ceremony had changed from curiosity and participation to scrutiny.

From the details in various aspects, one can roughly judge the partial background of a force.

Through the discovery, it is not difficult to see that the Hongdu New Mansion has carefully prepared for this ceremony and invested a lot of money. All aspects are extraordinary and grand.

It demonstrated its style and vigor, as well as its determination to become one of the top ten academies.

"Open the door and salute!"

On the stage, the emcee was still presiding.

The gentlemen of the new Hongdu Palace, all dressed in Confucian robes, with tall crowns on their heads and silk brocades in their hands, paid tribute to the Confucian saints.

Of course, there seem to be some particulars about the things offered, and different people offer different things.

Gentlemen, you are the real Jindan, and you are offering silk, also called sacrificial scarves, with words on it, but you can't see clearly from too far away.

Next came the old teachers who were in the foundation-building stage, some offering incense, some offering wine jars, and some offering fruits.

At the end there were student representatives presenting flower baskets and other things.

This process varies from region to region, and may not even be the same from one academy to another.

Anyway, Linshan's Xun Gu Sect and Lujiang League have never done these fancy things.

However, during the process, he saw that there was always a person leading the way. He was an old scholar with a thin figure and a long hanging beard.

The Lord of the New Palace of Hongdu, the Son of the God of Space.

This old scholar has wrinkles all over his face and looks like he is concerned about the country and the people, making him very recognizable.

After the ancestor worship is completed, the next step is to offer chapters.

The offering chapter is also called the offering table.

It's nothing more than singing praises, praying, blessing, and looking forward to the future.

An old emcee was replaced and the recitation was passionate and rhythmic.

"Hongdu Qishan, a grand ceremony, turns over the glorious old history and opens the brilliant new capital.

It was built in a prosperous era, with a grand vision taking shape, and it was a spectacular sight with dragons soaring and tigers leaping.

Friends and guests from all over the world came together to congratulate this event. The Confucian tradition continued, the auspicious aura rose, and the blessings to all people will be recorded in history forever.

"

There was silence below.

They are all witnessing the birth of an emerging force, which is replacing Zhenzhi Academy and standing at the top of southwest Shandong.

The local supporting clans and families gathered here, all of them were very excited at the moment. They would be the first batch of loyal ministers and would have the merit of supporting the emperor.

By then, the two sides will complement each other and will rise rapidly and become stronger.

Although other guests who came to watch the ceremony felt that it had little to do with them, they all felt a strong sense of participation.

Wait for the old master of ceremonies to finish chanting the dedication.

The Palace Lord Kongshenzi led a group of high-level officials to the stage and they all took their seats.

On both sides of the banquet, local noble families immediately stepped out and handed over their own congratulatory seals.

The students from the academy who were in charge took it and read it aloud one by one on the spot.

After the chant, the gift will also be read out.

The etiquette officials next to them sat at a long table, taking notes one by one.

Master Yang next to Lin Shan also took out a small notebook and his own gift.

Zhong Shenxiu also took out one in the same manner and prepared a gift as well.

"Second brother, what about yours?"

Lin Shan had nothing in his hands and he had no time to prepare.

As for the gift, it was easy. He could just pack one on the spot. But he really didn't care about the congratulatory seal.

"Master Lin, you didn't even write a congratulatory letter, did you?"

"How come? I just..."

"Huh? Who are you!"

Lin Shan was startled suddenly, and a person suddenly jumped out from beside him.

This person looks ordinary, but has a cold temperament.

He has a fair face, delicate features, no hair on his lips, long hair, and a moon-white robe.

What a handsome young man in white!
Lin Shan was sure that he did not know this person. There were people from all sects and schools at the grand banquet, and he did not know what purpose the person had in approaching him.

The fact that his spiritual senses were not able to detect it in advance shows that he is very accomplished in concealment. However, since Chengming Qingyun did not react, it means that he has no hostility for the time being, so there is no need to worry about safety.

"I am a nobody, so it's normal that Master Lin doesn't know me. I saw that you seemed to need help, so I took the courage to step forward and write a book."

"Oh? You want to help me write a congratulatory chapter?"

Lin Shan looked at the boy in surprise, not sure what he was thinking. However, it was just a small matter of writing a congratulatory seal, there was no need to owe others a favor.

Mr. Lin’s literary talent is also not to be underestimated!
After all, I did receive nine years of compulsory education in my previous life.

Who do you look down on?
Zhong Shenxiu and Yang Zhenren had also never seen this person before, and they frowned and thought hard.

However, seeing Lin Shan taking out paper and pen to compose a poem on the spot, he couldn't help but feel worried.

"Second brother, writing poetry requires a lot of inspiration and time. You have to savor it slowly and polish it carefully. Is it too late for you to write it now?"

"Alliance leader, why don't you use the congratulatory seal from my Yang family?"

"Um???"

Lin Shan pushed aside a pile of plates and cups, making room for his work, and paused with his wolf hair brush.

Master Yang handed him his congratulatory seal, which showed his loyalty.

"I believe that the leader is a talented writer, but who can write poetry without revising it repeatedly? If there is any mistake, it will be laughed at. With so many people present, it may damage the leader's reputation."

Zhong Shenxiu and the young man in white couldn't help but sigh.

"Master Yang is indeed loyal and righteous. He put aside his family for the sake of the alliance and put public interests above personal interests. He is a role model for our generation!"

Lin Shan was moved and told him that there was no need to do so.

"Please believe in my literary talent. Even if you don't believe me, you should believe Wang Bo."

"Wang Bo?"

"Hey, it's not important."

Lin Shan saw that the local forces had finished reading, and it was the turn of the foreign forces here, starting with the ten major academies, and then one by one.

The strange man in white asked him one last time.

"Master Lin, are you sure you don't need me to write for you? I have a ready-made article here that I don't need, so I'll just write it down for you."

Zhong Shenxiu also advised him not to be arrogant. If he were in his place, he would have to think hard for a long time. Writing has little to do with cultivation. It all depends on talent and accumulation.

Even for top students from top academies, it is not easy for them to compose poetry in seven steps.

Lin Shan directly poured out the fourth-level spiritual liquid 'Condensed True Ink', and wrote with ease and grace, telling the three of them not to worry, as he knew what was going on.

The three of them stared with their eyes wide open!
What kind of rich man is this, using fourth-level spiritual liquid to write a congratulatory chapter?
Especially the young man in white, he was so heartbroken that he seemed to have a special liking for the spiritual liquid.

"Master Lin, this ink seems to be used to draw small magical talismans, right? Are you wasting it on a congratulatory article?"

Even though Lin Shan was writing a congratulatory letter, his train of thought was not affected at all, and he even had time to reply to him while writing.

"Oh, you're talking about this! This is the trophy I got when I killed the two elders Jingxuan. Anyway, I don't know how to make talismans, so it would be a waste to keep it. It's a good opportunity to recycle it!"

At this time, the three of them looked at He Zhang's output again and were even more dumbfounded!

"Yuzhang is the old county, Hongdu is the new capital, the stars are divided into Yi and Zhen, the land is connected to Henglu, the natural resources are rich and the treasures are natural, the dragon's light shines on the ruins of Douniu"

"Hey, this, this is what you wrote?"

(End of this chapter)