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

Since Zhang has gone to such great lengths, he must have received accurate information that Master Gongshu has already departed from Yizhou Island and is heading to the Mo Family's Mechanical City.

Adding the forces of the Quicksand, the Yin-Yang School, and the Empire's 30,000 armored soldiers, the Mohist School might only have less than 30% survive this time, and that would be a large number.

The three men paled upon hearing this. Gongshu Chou?

If the Mohist organization has any enemies, it would be the Gongshu family.

As for the Zhang family?

Domineering institutions are all used for external purposes, not internal ones.

The equipment used internally is all for the benefit of the people. In fact, in recent years there has been cooperation with the Mohists, but it is just cooperation, with each party taking what they need.

Therefore, among the imperial forces, the one that the Mohists feared most was Gongshu Chou.

Rivals are enemies in the same trade, let alone those who are sworn enemies with a history spanning thousands of years.

"Just for Gai Nie?"

"No, it's the boy next to him!"

A bounty of 100,000 gold coins is enough for a mere Gai Nie (bjca). The reason the empire is relentlessly pursuing him is because of the young man beside Gai Nie who could overthrow the empire!

The Yin-Yang School is proficient in astrology and divination, and the young man's destiny was predicted by them, possessing the power to rule a peak empire.

Upon hearing Zhang Xiaoshan's explanation, the three exchanged shocked glances, realizing that their trip had been worthwhile.

They also speculated about Zhang Xiaoshan's motives.

Zhang Xiaoshan told them such secretive and mysterious information, which must have impure motives. Could it be that the Zhang family also wants to overthrow the empire?

Considering that although the Zhang family held an extraordinary position, how could the Dragon Emperor's ambition to sweep across the six directions and unify the nine provinces possibly tolerate such an exception as the Zhang family, who were not bound by the empire?

It's just that the Zhang family is too powerful now, and there's also someone like Zhang Xiaoshan who is invincible across the Nine Provinces, which makes the Dragon Emperor wary.

In this head-to-head confrontation, it was only a matter of time before the Zhang family clashed with the empire, which is perhaps why Zhang Xiaoshan helped them.

"Young master said that the young man is a chosen one?"

"He is a person destined by Heaven, but not the master of Heaven's destiny."

To be honest, the Zhang family didn't want the world to descend into chaos, but fate had decreed that chaos would eventually come. Even if the Zhang family tried their best to turn the tide, they might not necessarily have a good end.

Between the world and the Zhang family, I, Zhang, can only choose the Zhang family!

Zhang Xiaoshan has no saintly heart, nor any grand sentiments. This is one of the Zhang family's chances to turn their fortunes around.

As for the three people blocking him?

Zhang Xiaoshan didn't think Zhang Liang could outmaneuver him.

Or rather, since Zhang Liang dared to scheme against him, Zhang Xiaoshan dared to simply erase Zhang Liang's existence.

In terms of assassination methods, the Blood Droplets are one of the most terrifying assassin organizations.

"So that's who ended the Dragon Emperor's destiny!"

The Mohist leader and Xiaoyaozi's eyes lit up. They never expected that what they had been searching for would come so easily.

If that's really the case, what's wrong with abandoning the Mechanized City?

"Thank you for your advice, sir!"

"It's nothing, just giving you an explanation so you won't come after my Zhang family later."

Although the Zhang family is not afraid of you, trouble is still trouble. Something that can be explained in a single sentence, Zhang doesn't want anyone to die, let alone be wiped out entirely.

The leader of the Mohist school couldn't help but shrink his pupils, and then nodded.

If he hadn't understood before, he might have really guessed that Zhang Xiaoshan was the mastermind behind it all.

Now that he knows the Dragon Emperor Ying Zheng's purpose, he is even less likely to let the Dragon Emperor capture the boy. The best way is naturally to cultivate the boy into a talent and overthrow the empire's rule.

"Also, here's a piece of advice for you:"

Beware of the Yin-Yang School; they are one of the masterminds behind this, and their ambitions far exceed your imagination!

"Thank you, young master. We'll take our leave now."

Yin-Yang School?

The three knew that Zhang Xiaoshan was not speaking without reason. Since he was warning them like this, the Yin-Yang School must hold an important position in the matter.

As for Zhang Xiaoshan?

They are a mysterious and unpredictable being, and they cannot afford to offend them.

The cook and two maids tending the fire on the side might not be inferior to them.

"Here, take it with you to eat on the road, lest others say that I, Zhang, don't know how to treat guests!"

"You're too kind, young master."

Zhang Liangfang was about to take the meat skewers when suddenly two small hands reached out from the side, each grabbing a skewer and pulling it out.

The speed was so fast that in the blink of an eye, the two meat skewers disappeared as if by magic. Even Zhang Liang and his companions could only see two small hands, which was already an extremely fast speed.

After all, all three of them are at least top-tier experts.

For a moment, both Xiaoyaozi and the leader of the Mohist school were somewhat shocked as they looked at the two seemingly indifferent children.

Even Zhang Xiaoshan was helpless. He never expected that the two little guys would try to show off their skills in front of Guan Yu before they had even finished their apprenticeship. Wasn't this just exposing himself to the world?

You must know that the two little ones are cultivating the Longevity Technique. Given their age, even if Xiaoyaozi and the others knew that the two children were practicing martial arts, they would never have imagined that they had already reached the pinnacle of skill and were among the top experts.

Now that the two children have made their move, they have directly revealed their true strength.

"The skewers have too many spices and the flavor is too strong, eat less of them!"

With a shout, the two little ones made a face and ran off.

Zhang Liang looked at Zhang Xiaoshan with envy.

Although the two little ones were incredibly strong, given Zhang Sheng's experience from a few years ago, no one found anything strange about it.

Since the Zhang family has many experts, they can simply find a few masters who have cultivated the Wedding Dress Divine Skill to pass on their skills.

Chapter 674 The Gentleman Conceals His Weapons: The Calamity of the Mohist School

"Daddy!"

After a hearty meal, Zhang Xiaoshan sat on the couch in the carriage, watching the two little ones tugging at his ears, looking as if they knew they had done something wrong, and couldn't help but find it amusing.

Zhang Xiaoshan didn't pay attention to the two little ones' attack, but Huang Rong kept an eye on him.

The three were not enemies, but they were not friends either.

Putting aside the two little ones' impolite behavior, simply revealing one's strength would be extremely disadvantageous for them.

After a long and painstaking lecture, he was punished by standing for another hour.

"father!"

"It's no use. Just stand here for a while and remember this lesson."

Be polite to guests, don't steal their things, and don't show off your martial arts skills. This is just a small punishment to warn others.

Sipping fragrant tea while watching the two little ones being punished, Zhang Xiaoshan found it quite enjoyable.

As for Huang Rong, Hongxiao, and Jiangxue, their task was to clean up the dishes. In comparison, Zhang Xiaoshan's task was extremely easy.

Liu Sheng Piaoxu was responsible for guarding the surrounding area.

This activity wasn't limited to a hundred feet around, but rather extended to a radius of ten miles.

"I understand, Zhong'er (Jun'er) won't do it again next time."

The two little ones knew they had made a mistake. No one would care on the island, but it was a different story outside.

Although it was just standing as punishment, it left a deep impression on the two little ones.

"Remember this: when you're navigating the world, you must conceal your true abilities."

A gentleman hides his weapon in his body and moves when he waits for time.

True skill should be kept hidden until the right moment to be unleashed. Otherwise, your enemy will already know your trump cards and devise strategies to counter your abilities, potentially putting you at a disadvantage!

Never let your enemy know your trump card, not even the person you trust most!

"Should I hold back even when facing my father?"

"If you have the ability, then of course you can!"

Zhang Xiaoshan chuckled softly. Although these things were not suitable for teaching the two little ones now, the necessary explanations were still required.

At the very least, one should not easily reveal one's martial arts skills in front of outsiders.

Why did Zhang Xiaoshan bring the Iron-Eating Beast out this time?

All they wanted was for the Iron-Eating Beast to protect the two little ones. As long as the two little ones were on the Iron-Eating Beast's shoulders, who would dare to provoke the Iron-Eating Beast, which was comparable to a peerless master?

If it weren't for the fact that several mastiffs have already entered retirement age, hunting dogs would be the best guard dogs.

But the iron-eating beast was ultimately too frightening.

This is not the national treasure of later generations. A panda is still a bear, especially a huge creature with a shoulder height of over 10 feet and a standing height of 20 feet.

Even on the road, Zhang Xiaoshan's carriages and horses moved about recklessly.

"Moreover, these three guests today are not Father's friends or acquaintances, so we must be even more careful!"

If they encounter you outside, knowing your martial arts skills are not weak and that you will surely surpass them in the future, they might harbor the slightest malicious intent and consider eliminating you completely. While you are still young and your martial arts have not yet reached their peak, they would kill you to prevent future troubles.

This is also why your father didn't let you leave the island so easily. Your father has quite a few enemies outside, and those three just now might become your father's enemies in the future.

"I got it, Daddy!"

Both children are intelligent and understood Zhang Xiaoshan's meaning after one explanation.

"When your father is not around, stay with Tai Chi Bear and don't run around or eat anything unclean, unless it's something your aunt bought."

"Ok!"

Zhang Xiaoshan nodded, then closed his eyes for a short rest.

Upon seeing this, the two little ones immediately realized that Zhang Xiaoshan had gone easy on them, just like he did at home.

As they continued to punish Zhang Xiaoshan, they were allowed to play freely after he fell asleep. Once Zhang Xiaoshan woke up, they were to immediately return to their unit and await their mother's surprise inspection.

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"If I am not mistaken, those two young men just now were practicing the legendary Longevity Technique of the Daoist sect."

"The Secret to Immortality!"

Upon hearing this, both the Mohist leader and the young scholar looked at the Daoist Xiaoyaozi in surprise.

Because they knew Xiaoyaozi's status in Taoism, they knew that Taoists wouldn't easily draw conclusions, and now that Xiaoyaozi had spoken, it was basically confirmed.

They had previously thought the two little ones had been given a divine baptism of the Wedding Dress Technique.

Unexpectedly, the Taoist secret technique being cultivated was the Longevity Formula, which is quite a different situation.

One is taking what is readily available, which is to seize the opportunities of others;

One is self-cultivation, the other is extraordinary talent, a rare genius of a thousand years.

Before Zhang Xiaoshan had even fallen, the Zhang family produced two more extraordinary talents. How could they possibly survive in the future?

Even if you want to eliminate the threat completely, you still have to get past Zhang Xiaoshan and Huang Rong.

"Isn't this the supreme Daoist technique? But only two street urchins have mastered it before?"

"There's also Stone Dragon, a top-tier force under Ghost Street!"

When everyone heard this, they were suddenly enlightened.

That's right, besides the two dragons, there's also a stone dragon.

Moreover, Shi Long was the one who guided Shuang Long, but unfortunately, Shuang Long chose the wrong path.

He provoked the Zhang family twice; once he was lucky and they didn't bother with it.

His second attempt to save someone resulted in his death on Ghost Street!

Moreover, Shi Long may seem to be just a martial artist who runs a dojo, but he has cultivated many elites from the lower levels over the years.