Legend of Mir 2: Seeking the Truth in Marfa

"We two come from a distant foreign country and have learned some magic. We can be considered as your junior students. Today we guessed that the Taoist priest might pass by here, so we came to pay a visit." Brook said respectfully.

"Oh? You could predict I'd be passing by here?" Zuo Ci was surprised. Could it be that these two young men were even more skilled than him? They could actually predict his movements.

"I can't say what I've calculated, but I'm lucky to have guessed it right. Taoist priest, the two of us have been waiting for you here for a long time. We've really run into a difficult problem, and we'd like to ask you to help us solve it!"

"What problem?"

"Excuse me, Taoist Priest, can you make an awakening seal?"

"So you are here for the Awakening Seal. In the early years, I did make some Awakening Seals and scattered them around, and they were acquired by various rebel forces. But now, I don't make them anymore." Zuo Ci said.

"Why?"

"The world is in chaos and the people are living in misery. I had hoped that with the help of the Awakening Seal, the conflict could be ended quickly. However, after so many years, wars are still rampant, there is no end in sight, and no opportunity to unify the world can be found. What's the use of having more Awakening Seals?" Zuo Ci sighed.

"The Taoist priest is compassionate and cares about the world. It is truly admirable! However, the chaos in the Three Kingdoms will not end in a short time, regardless of whether there is an awakening seal or not."

"From what you said, you can predict the outcome of the war?"

"No need to calculate. To be honest, Master, as far as I know, it will take another 60 years to unify the world again."

"60?!"

"That's right. Also, I want to tell you, Taoist Priest, that the true God who will unite the world that you've been searching for hasn't been born yet."

"..." Zuo Ci remained silent. This person could actually see through his mind and his divination skills were so powerful? But these two people were so young, it was hard to believe.

"It's not that I don't trust you, it's just that this matter is of great importance... How about this, I will leave now. If you two can find me within one stick of incense, I will trust you." Zuo Ci suggested.

Brooke's mind moved, and he said, "Why would it take as long as an incense stick? I can find the Taoist priest within three breaths."

"Are you serious?" Zuo Ci thought Brook was just bragging. After all, the art of calculation takes time, so it's impossible to do it this quickly.

"If you don't believe me, just give it a try and you'll know. But I have two conditions. First, the scope must not exceed Dingjun Mountain. Second, if I can do it, you must promise to make two of the best awakening seals for us."

"Okay!" Zuo Ci agreed without thinking. Making the awakening mark was nothing to him.

After Zuo Ci finished speaking, he teleported to another hill 1 yards away.

The next second, with a whoosh, Brook and the other man appeared beside him.

Zuo Ci was stunned! How could this be three breaths? This wasn't even one!

"Can we try again?" Zuo Ci wanted to try again.

"Okay." Brooke didn't mind.

After waiting for a while, Zuo Ci teleported away again, and Brook and the others immediately followed. This happened three times, and Zuo Ci was completely convinced.

"Every generation has its own talents. I admire you! When I return to Tianzhu Mountain, I will make two awakening seals for you."

"Master, what we want is not an ordinary awakening seal. Not the kind that disappears after one use and can only last for 3 minutes; what we want is the best awakening seal that can be used repeatedly, can be passed down for thousands of years, and can even be taken out of this world!" Brook said slowly.

"What did you say? Take it out of this world?!"

"That's right. Just like the teleportation ring worn by the Taoist priest, it can be used repeatedly and can teleport instantly; just like this detection necklace in my hand, it can be passed down for thousands of years and can detect the whereabouts of anyone, including the Taoist priest. They have enough divine power, and they can also travel through different worlds! The awakening seal I need must be the same as theirs!" Brook stared at Zuo Ci and said astonishing words.

Zuo Ci couldn't help but gasp! Looking at the necklace emitting divine power in Brook's hand, he finally understood why Brook had found him so quickly. He also understood that Brook was not from this world.

"Where...are you from?"

"Thousands of years later, the Dragon Empire."

"So, when you said before that the unification of the Three Kingdoms would take another 60 years, you weren't just speculating?"

"Historical records show that in 219 Yuan, the Battle of Dingjun Mountain took place; in 280 Yuan, the Three Kingdoms were unified."

"Who is the one who unified the world?"

"Sima Yan, grandson of Sima Yi, son of Sima Zhao!"

"...I see...Thank you both for clearing up my confusion! However, the awakening seal you need...I may not be able to make it." Zuo Ci sighed.

"Master, I don't want your Awakening Seal for nothing. If you can make it, I will give you this detection necklace in my hand!"

"That's not what I meant. To make the awakening seal you requested, very special materials are needed. But those materials are hard to find."

"What materials do you need? Master, please tell me directly." Brook asked.

"Four precious treasures are needed: Azure Dragon Gallbladder, Vermillion Bird Wing, White Tiger Secret Stone, and Black Tortoise Secret Stone." Zuo Ci said.

"What a coincidence! I already have the White Tiger Secret Stone and the Black Tortoise Secret Stone."

"really?"

"The White Tiger Secret Stone and the Black Tortoise Secret Stone are both at the quartermaster's office, and I can take them out at any time. But the Azure Dragon Gallbladder and the Vermillion Bird Wing are unheard of. Taoist Master, you have traveled the world and have seen a lot. Could you teach me?"

"...I have seen the Blue Dragon Gallbladder once. It was at Changbanpo, where Zhao Zilong was able to enter and exit Cao Cao's camp seven times. It was because he wore the Blue Dragon Gallbladder that he was able to maintain his unparalleled awakening for a long time. However, I don't know if the Blue Dragon Gallbladder is still in Zhao Zilong's possession."

"What about Suzaku Ting?"

"...I've never seen Suzaku Wings before. Rumor has it that they're not of this world. If you can obtain them, you can significantly increase your health, even extending your lifespan by 12 years. To obtain them, you need to set up a formation and use secret techniques and prayers, but this method goes against the laws of nature, so I don't dare to use it casually."

Brook turned to look at Bayin, who nodded seriously.

"Master, if we gather all the treasures, how long will it take to create the Awakening Seal?"

"It takes about half a day."

“Can it be produced on site?”

"No. To return to Tianzhu Mountain, we need the help of the Heaven and Earth Furnace."

"...With the Taoist's teleportation distance, how long would it take to get from Dingjun Mountain to Tianzhu Mountain?"

"One hour will be enough."

"Got it! Once we have gathered these four treasures, we'll come back to look for the Taoist priest."

"When the time comes, you can come to Tianzhu Mountain in Wancheng, Lujiang County to find me." Zuo Ci said.

Brook couldn't help but smile bitterly. Due to the restrictions, they could only enter the Three Kingdoms ancient battlefield area. As for Tianzhu Mountain that Zuo Ci mentioned, they couldn't go there. To see Zuo Ci, they had to come to Dingjun Mountain. Moreover, the next time they met, Zuo Ci wouldn't recognize them because the battlefield had reopened. They would probably have to talk again and get to know each other all over again. There was no need to explain this to Zuo Ci.

"We'll set off now. Taoist Priest, see you again if we're lucky!"

Brook and Bayin disappeared without a trace. Of course, they did not leave Dingjun Mountain, but went to the Shu Kingdom's position.

To quickly end the Battle of Dingjun Mountain, they had to kill the Shu commander Huang Zhong and Liu Bei. Although this was a 4-star difficulty battlefield, it was a piece of cake for the two men today.

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Half an hour later, Brook and Bayin returned to Wushuang City.

"You came back from Dingjun Mountain so quickly? That's amazing!" the elder of Wushuang City exclaimed in admiration.

"Of course, we are both masters now!" Brook smiled and winked.

"Haha~ Which ancient battlefield are you planning to go to now?"

"Sir, let me look at the list and choose an ancient battlefield with fewer people..."

Changbanpo, where Qinglongdan is located, is only a 3-star normal difficulty, but the ancient battlefield has been opened, and there must be other monks fighting inside.

However, the other battlefield where Suzaku Wing may appear has not yet begun.

"That's it! Sir, we're going here." Brooke said, pointing to the list.

"Wuzhangyuan?! Are you sure?! This is the most difficult battle among the 5-star Shura difficulty. Not to mention the awakened generals in it, just talking about the various military weapons, bed crossbows, building crossbows, catapults, tiger wheels, each of which can kill people; those soldiers, once the attack hits, each of them can hit four or five times in a row, and after a set of combos, if not dead, the person will be seriously injured; there are also long-range archers, the crossbow arrows they shoot are either flaming or freezing, once frozen, even gods cannot save you. Even an 8th-turn master is reluctant to step in easily, any mistake may cost his life! You must think twice!" The elder of Wushuang City solemnly reminded.

"Really? If it's so exciting, I'll definitely go and see it. Don't forget, we're both Dragon Knights wielding divine weapons! If we can't defeat them, can't we just teleport away? Don't worry, sir."

"...Alright, you must be careful. If you find yourself outmatched, find a secluded place with few people around and wait for the 100-day battle to be over. Then you can come out. Which side do you choose?"

"Shu." Brooke had already thought about it.

Historical records show that Zhuge Liang, after six expeditions to Qishan, was exhausted and knew he would not live long. His general, Jiang Wei, urged him to pray for longevity and redeem his destiny. Zhuge Liang defied fate and set up a seven-star lantern array. If the main lantern stayed lit within seven days, the lifespan would increase by 12 years. However, Wei Yan intruded upon his tent, extinguishing the lanterns. Zhuge Liang, blaming it on fate, eventually fell ill and died.

Extending life for 12 years—isn't that what Zuo Ci mentioned as the Suzaku Wing? Therefore, Wuzhangyuan is the only known ancient battlefield where one can obtain the Suzaku Wing. No matter how difficult it is, one must go in and give it a try.

"The Battle of Wuzhangyuan, Shu Kingdom camp, five-star Shura difficulty, is started!" The elder of Wushuang City raised his hand and waved, and Brook and Bayin disappeared.