In the beginning, he was ranked alongside An Shigeng as a spoiled brat.

A peerless master?

Even Wan Sanqian was shaken to his core, realizing the concept of a peerless master.

Even the four ghosts of Xiangxi beside him, working together, could only contend with a peerless master, and Xiong Wu and Zhu Wushi were both peerless masters.

A peerless master can suppress all the evil spirits and monsters in a region.

The Zhang family, with just two female members who are both unparalleled experts, has an unimaginable foundation.

Moreover, according to Wan Sanqian's knowledge, the female relatives of the Zhang family who are similar to Huang Rong include female warriors and the monk Mingchen, who are probably also peerless masters.

The female members alone were supported by four peerless masters, demonstrating a terrifying level of expertise.

"Young Master, Master Wan has arrived!"

Upon entering the study, Wan Sanqian saw Zhang Xiaoshan carving jade.

Using mutton-fat white jade as the material and cutting the jade with a 'Kunwu knife', the finished product is a jade disc with nine dragons, which even Wan Sanqian was greatly surprised by.

The dragon is a symbol of royalty. Zhang Xiaoshan's carving of a nine-dragon jade disc was either a tribute or a sign of rebellion.

Wan Sanqian leans more towards the former!

Because the Zhang family's style of doing things shows absolutely no ambition.

"I apologize for not being able to greet you personally, sir!

"Young master is too kind. Now that Wan Sanqian is a stray dog, I am truly grateful that you still treat me with such courtesy."

Wan Sanqian bowed respectfully, his attitude extremely humble.

Even Zhang Xiaoshan had to admit that Wan Sanqian was able to take things on and let them go, and that he would definitely have a chance to start over.

"Please sit down, Mr. Wan. Everyone has their downfall."

Although Master Wan appears down on his luck today, his ambition remains and his demeanor undiminished. He will surely rise again tomorrow, and the Zhang family is naturally willing to offer assistance in his time of need and forge a good relationship.

Chapter 489 Nine Dragon Jade Wall Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique

"What does Master Wan think of this jade carving?"

Zhang Xiaoshan was not a master carver, and a top-quality piece of material was wasted.

However, Wan Sanqian did not think that Zhang Xiaoshan would do such a futile effort. Instead, he curiously took the jade disc and couldn't help but show his amazement.

This stunning beauty isn't just a masterpiece; it's incredibly lifelike.

Instead, it is a stunning and ingenious design, completely adopting the culmination of later dragon designs, with nine dragons chasing each other, each with a unique shape.

Although the carving technique can only be described as neat and not masterful, it is definitely a work of art.

Besides, with Zhang Xiaoshan personally involved, would it be a simple jade disc?

"Does the young master intend to present this jade disc as tribute?"

"Indeed, with the new emperor ascending the throne, the Zhang family should at least make a gesture."

Although this Nine Dragons Jade Disc is not a masterpiece of craftsmanship, it is still a well-made piece.

However, since Zhang himself was in charge of the carving, it was not just a matter of neatness. Hidden within this jade disc was one of Zhang's unique skills—the Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique!

The Nine-Dragon Jade Disc, the Dragon-Slaying Sword Technique, along with the tribute and the emperor, made for a harmonious and fitting occasion.

With that, Zhang Xiaoshan waved his hand.

The true qi enveloped the curtains of the French windows, blocking out the surrounding sunlight!

Then Zhang Xiaoshan flicked his finger to light a candle. As the candlelight fell on the Nine Dragon Jade Wall, it reflected nine dragon shadows around it, each with a different posture, ferocious and domineering.

Like a revolving lantern, the dragon shadows danced as the jade disc turned, as if they were alive.

As the jade disc reached a certain speed of rotation, the previously blurry dragon shadows merged once more into one, transforming into a single, imposing dragon shadow that seemed to swallow mountains and rivers.

"This is the Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique?"

Wan Sanqian was not a martial artist; all he saw was the dancing dragon shadow.

However, Xiongwu was a master of unparalleled skill, so he could naturally see that these dragon shadows concealed an extremely powerful martial art, especially the last dragon shadow of 'Nine Dragons United', which should be the ninth move of the legendary Dragon Slaying Saber Technique.

"Who is this...?"

"Reporting to Young Master, thanks to your reminder last time, I took precautions against Zhu Wushi and found a martial arts master to be my bodyguard."

This is Xiong Wu; though he ranks only fifth in the martial arts world, he is a truly unparalleled master.

"Magnificent!"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaoshan looked surprised and then asked curiously:

"Does Your Excellency also have a junior brother—Xiong Ba?"

"Young Master Zhang knows about Junior Brother?"

Upon hearing this, Xiong Wu's murderous aura surged, startling Wan Sanqian.

But Zhang Xiaoshan remained calm and thoughtful, saying:

"In the Central Plains, very few people know the name Xiong Ba."

However, the Zhang family had business near Tianshan and overheard about a newly emerging force—the World Society.

And the leader of the World Society is none other than Xiong Ba!

really!

When Zhang Xiaoshan was reciting the Heart Seal, he felt a sense of familiarity.

Now that Xiongwu has appeared, Zhang Xiaoshan understands that the Japanese Fist God Path truly exists.

Given his relatively unknown reputation, Xiong Ba should have been in the early stages of his career at this time, perhaps hiding on Mount Tianshan researching pirated versions of the Three-Part Return to Origin Qi.

Based on the timeline of Xiong Ba's conquest of the world, it would be at least ten years later.

At that time, the Nine Provinces were severely weakened, and it was normal for Xiong Ba to rise to power.

"Please excuse my poor appearance, young master!"

"The Zhang family is not a big talker when it comes to matters within the family, sir."

Moreover, the Zhang family didn't care much about the power struggles within the Nine Provinces.

As for Master Wan?

Although this Nine Dragons Jade Disc is not a divine artifact, I believe that Master Wan should understand its value.

Now that Master Wan has come to the Zhang family, the Zhang family certainly doesn't want to give up Master Wan's businesses in the Ming Dynasty. I believe Master Wan understands what I mean.

"Wan Sanqian will certainly not disappoint you, young master!"

Wan Sanqian wasn't an idiot; he naturally understood that Zhang Xiaoshan planned to take over all of his previous businesses in the Ming Dynasty.

However, Wan Sanqian didn't feel anything was wrong, because from the moment he failed, these things no longer belonged to him.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have had to flee overnight.

The Zhang family has the ability to take on all of this; that's a testament to their skill and capability.

Moreover, Wan Sanqian felt much better off in the hands of the Zhang family than in the hands of others, at least the Zhang family had the ability and financial resources to support his previous business empire.

This was his first task after joining the Zhang family, and also his opportunity to demonstrate his value.

After all, it was originally his property. As long as the newly enthroned Prince Ning agrees, he will completely help the Zhang family take over all of the Wan family's former properties.

"In that case, this tribute letter will be handed over to Master Wan!"

Zhang Xiaoshan took out a sandalwood box from behind his back. Inside, it was not only wrapped in layers of silk, but also had rubber cushioning at the top, bottom, and sides.

He placed the Nine Dragon Jade Disc inside, along with a congratulatory letter for the new emperor's ascension to the throne, and handed it to Wan Sanqian!

"Thank you for your trust, young master!"

Looking at the treasure in his hand, Wan Sanqian felt a mixture of suspicion and absolute trust, even though there was a hint of exploitation involved.

As for the Zhang family discarding their useful servants after they've served their purpose?

Wan Sanqian never imagined that, firstly, it would damage the Zhang family's reputation, and secondly, it would undoubtedly be digging his own grave.

Secondly, there's his value; the Zhang family prioritizes profit and would never abandon him.

"The Zhang family will release the news later. The journey will be fraught with danger, so we will trouble Mr. Xiongwu to escort us."

"Don't worry, young master!"

Although Xiongwu didn't understand why Zhang Xiaoshan wanted to release the news, it was something he felt obligated to do.

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On the third day, Zhang Xiaoshan released the news of the Nine Dragon Jade Disc through Ghost Street.

Not to mention that the Nine Dragon Jade Disc itself is made of mutton fat jade and is priceless, what's more, it actually hides a peerless sword technique—the Dragon Slaying Sword Technique!

Upon receiving the news, Prince Ning immediately dispatched experts from the Eastern and Western Depots to investigate.

If it's true, it would be an absolute treasure for Prince Ning.

Nine Dragon Jade Disc, Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique!

For Prince Ning, it was all what he wanted!

As for the Wan family's businesses?

Prince Ning didn't care at all. If Wan Sanqian were in charge, and he simply supported Zhu Wushi, it would mean certain death.

But the Zhang family was different; even if it were the Li family, the Wang family...

As long as one presents a treasure equivalent to this 'Nine Dragons Jade Disc', Prince Ning will give the green light and help him take over the Wan family's former assets!

Dividing and consuming the assets of countless families would certainly not enrich the imperial court.

It will only enrich those civil and military officials and scholarly families.

If that's the case, why bother changing it to '13,000'?

In this way, whenever the imperial court needs money, there will at least be a guiding star in front of it, showing it the way.

Instead of being caught in the chaos and ending up unable to find anyone with money to ask for it back.

What kind of character did those powerful families and their officials have?

The Prince of Ning, who rose to power from the middle, knew all too well that the only way to get money out of their pockets was to confiscate their property and exterminate their entire clan.

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Otherwise, they would just keep sucking the blood out of the imperial court.

The news of the "Nine Dragons Jade Disc" spread throughout the martial arts world, causing a great stir!

The Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique is renowned throughout the martial arts world for its domineering power. It is only because of Ghost Yama's prestige in Suzhou and Hangzhou that few masters can withstand a single strike from him.

Therefore, the Nine Dragon Jade Disc, which conceals the Dragon-Slaying Sword Technique, became the focus of attention.

However, with Xiongwu and the Four Ghosts of Xiangxi protecting him, Zhang Xiaoshan was not worried about the safety of the Nine Dragon Jade Wall at all.

As for releasing the news to the martial arts world, it's a legitimate way of presenting the treasure, and if Prince Ning accepts it, it's a favor.

Secondly, they did not want Prince Ning to easily obtain the martial arts skills mentioned above.

He only needed Prince Ning to confirm that the manual was genuine; if it was stolen from the palace, it wouldn't be his problem.

After all, once such a treasure appears, all the legendary thieves in the martial arts world will definitely gather at the palace!

Even Zhang Xiaoshan was interested in getting involved.

Not for him, but for the priceless treasures kept in the palace.

As for the Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique? Zhang Xiaoshan didn't take it seriously at all.

The Zhang family possesses numerous unique martial arts techniques. Not to mention others, the Heavenly Crippled Divine Skill and the Tathagata Palm alone are more powerful than the Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique.

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Moreover, the Dragon-Slaying Saber Technique requires the assistance of the Dragon-Slaying Saber to unleash its maximum power.

Otherwise, only a peerless master who has cultivated to the pinnacle of perfection can unleash a ten-zhang blade aura, making the blade nearly forty meters long!

"Young Master Ling, would you like to..."