Zhuge Liang's Journey to Dominate the World: Starting from Another World

"What does Governor Zhao mean by this? Are you going to go back on your word?" Kongming's words carried a hint of displeasure.

Knowing he was in the wrong, Zhao Jingmo quickly waved his hand and explained, "Master Zhuge, you misunderstand. I didn't mean to go back on my word. It's just... there are disagreements within the Heavenly Thunder Sect. Although I am the governor, I am not truly in control of my own destiny."

"The Thunder God Sect? Hmph! It seems they're just a bunch of mediocre people who want to live in peace in a remote corner!" Kongming snorted coldly, a hint of disappointment flashing in his eyes.

"You audacious madman, how dare you speak disrespectfully to my Heavenly Thunder Sect!" At this moment, the Heavenly Thunder Sect cultivator who was driving the flying spirit beast for Zhao Jingmo suddenly shouted coldly.

This person was dressed in green, with a sharp aura between his brows. His cultivation was at the peak of the Foundation Establishment stage, and he had basically stepped into the threshold of the Golden Core stage.

"Oh? You're a cultivator from the Thunder God Sect?" Kong Ming glanced at the man, his gaze sweeping over him before he looked away, seemingly unconcerned.

He then added calmly, "I am indeed arrogant. I can stir up trouble in your Great Yuan Imperial City, subdue those on the Golden Core Peak Ranking, and rescue Young Master Zhao right under the noses of the three major sects. This is my strength and my confidence!"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Jingmo's personal immortal master was speechless. The Thunder God Sect had been lingering in Leizhou for hundreds of years, but had never rescued any of the governor's hostages, while Kongming had done so in such a short time.

This courage and skill truly amazed the entire Thunderclap Sect. However, given their current resources, they dared not confront the three major sects head-on, so most people did not approve of Zhao Jingmo's request.

"Take me to see someone of real power in your sect. You are not worthy to bark at me!" Kong Ming turned his gaze to the cultivator again, his tone even more impolite.

The cultivator's expression tightened. He had a strange feeling that if Kongming wanted to kill him, it would be as easy as turning his hand, which sent a chill down his spine. Little did he know, Kongming's true strength had nothing to do with cultivation level.

Seeing the tense atmosphere, Zhao Jingmo quickly stepped forward to smooth things over: "Master Zhuge, this matter needs further consideration. Why don't we return to the city with you first, and then discuss it slowly?"

Kongming glanced at Zhao Jingmo, knowing he had his reasons, so he stopped pressing the matter. Besides, this matter required the approval of the Heavenly Thunder Sect before it could be accomplished.

When he first sought an alliance with Zhao Jingmo, he hadn't been unaware of the unexpected turn of events. Everything had to be done step by step; he needed to first subdue Zhao Jingmo, and then proceed with his plans gradually.

Even if it doesn't work out, with Zhao Jingmo's favor, even if it's just to send the army out for a stroll around Leiyin Mountain, it will still serve as a deterrent to Jinshan County, and at least it can protect Yuliang County as a place to stay.

After all, the outside world does not know whether Yuliang County has any closer cooperation with Leizhou, which will inevitably make the governor of Jinshan County hesitant to act rashly.

Thinking of this, Kongming nodded in agreement. He was eager to see just how big a cigarette butt the Heavenly Thunder Sect really was.

After settling Su Yao and Zhu Ganglie in, Kongming prepared to travel to the Thunder God Sect alone.

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The Heavenly Thunder Sect, located atop Leizhou, is imposing and towering into the clouds, seemingly formed from celestial thunder, exuding an aura of dominance.

In the distance, clouds and mist swirled, and the faint sound of thunder came from the depths, awe-inspiring and awe-inspiring.

Zhao Jingmo led the way, occasionally turning back to chat with Kongming, trying to ease his tension. Although he was the governor of a province, he was still just a mortal.

With Zhao Jingmo's introduction, Kongming gradually ventured deeper into the Heavenly Thunder Sect.

Finally, they arrived at the core area of ​​the Heavenly Thunder Sect, where a huge hall appeared before them.

Above the hall, the three large characters "Thunder Palace" are engraved in a vigorous and powerful style.

On both sides of the hall sat dozens of elders, all eager to see what made this man who single-handedly rescued the governor's hostage so extraordinary.

After entering the hall with a feather fan in hand, Kongming's eyes shone like stars as he surveyed his surroundings.

The innate aura of authority he exuded was like that of an awakened tiger. Although it had nothing to do with his cultivation level, his imposing presence made him someone not to be underestimated.

Zhao Jingmo followed closely behind, secretly praying that Kongming could successfully persuade the Thunder God Sect, since he really didn't want to be accused of betraying his benefactor.

"Who goes there?" an elder shouted when he saw Kongming's arrogant attitude.

"I am Kongming, temporarily serving as the attendant immortal master of Li Guangling, the Jade Liang King. I have come to pay my respects to your esteemed clan," Kongming replied neither humbly nor arrogantly.

"Hmph! A mere county prince, granted only a county, what gives you the audacity to want to form an alliance with my Leizhou?" An elder's tone was full of disdain, clearly showing that he did not take Kongming seriously.

Kongming smiled slightly, unconcerned; he had already anticipated that someone would have this attitude.

He gently waved the feather fan in his hand and said, "Although my Yuliang is small, it dares to compete with the Great Tang. Your clan is full of talented people, but you hesitate to move forward. I don't know if it is because you lack ambition or because you are afraid?"

Upon hearing this, the hall fell silent. As a behemoth of the state, the Thunder God Sect had never imagined that its authority would be so directly challenged by an unknown nobody.

"Insolence!" The Golden Core elder was instantly enraged, displaying the full aura of his Golden Core cultivation, with five-colored lightning swirling around him, as if he were about to kill Kongming at the slightest provocation.

Zhao Jingmo, standing to the side, secretly felt a chill for Kongming. On the way here, he had repeatedly told Kongming to keep his temper in check, but he hadn't expected Kongming to be so arrogant and inconsiderate.

"You don't need to yell at me here. This is your clan's territory. I'm here today with a plan for mutual benefit, not to provoke you!"

Kongming remained unfazed, his feather fan waving lightly, his tone brimming with confidence and composure. But anyone could understand the meaning behind his words: he was simply implying that this man was only a bully at home.

The Golden Core elder immediately blushed, unsure whether to attack or not. After all, this was the Heavenly Thunder Sect, and being provoked by a junior would undoubtedly cause him to lose face.

"Young man, you are too arrogant. What makes you think you can bring up a win-win plan? Is it just talk?" At this moment, another Golden Core elder sneered, clearly also displeased with Kongming's attitude.

Kongming remained unmoved and continued, "I do not consider myself extraordinary, but I hope your clan understands that in this era of great strife, everyone has a chance! If you miss this opportunity, you may regret it in the future..."

"You are nothing but a Foundation Establishment cultivator whose sect was wiped out, like a stray dog. What right do you have to spout such nonsense here?" An elder sitting at the back couldn't help but speak up sarcastically.

His words were full of contempt and disdain for Kongming, as if Kongming's existence was as insignificant as dust.

Kongming did not show any displeasure after hearing this. Instead, he smiled faintly and glanced at the three Heavenly Thunder Sect elders who had spoken with him.

"Fortunately, your sect is not headed by the three of you seniors, otherwise the consequences would be unimaginable..."

"You're looking for death..."