NOVEL WEB Chapter 46 - Jiuzhou Is Shaken, and All Parties React
Chapter 46 Jiuzhou Is Shaken, and All Parties React
Since Jiang Che broke through to the Heavenly realm, it caused an uproar across the entire Snow Moon City, the Beili martial world, and even the entire land!
After all, this news was simply too shocking!
An 18-year-old Heavenly martial artist?
What kind of monstrous talent was this?
At this age, the top contender on Northern Li’s Hidden Dragon Rankings, Wushuang, had only barely reached the Ninth Stage of the Grandmaster Realm!
The other dynasties were no different.
For an 18-year-old to step into the Grandmaster realm was already considered an extraordinary genius!
In an inn at the border of the Ming Dynasty.
“So, that young man I glimpsed fleetingly has already reached such heights…”
Shangguan Haitang shook her head with a wry smile as she read the secret report delivered by her subordinates.
It had been just two months since she last saw Jiang Che.
Yet, in those two months, he had advanced from the Fifth Stage of the Grandmaster Realm to the Heavenly Realm!
Such a rapid breakthrough could only be described as godlike!
Originally, Zhu Wushi had instructed her to try to win over Jiang Che. But now, that seemed nearly impossible.
Even Zhu Wushi himself was only at the Half-Step Heavenly realm. What terms could they possibly offer to entice Jiang Che?
A figure of such caliber would be regarded as an honored guest wherever he went; there was no way he’d be interested in a minor faction like the Hualong Villa.
“Well, I guess I’ll have to make a trip to Snow Moon City anyway…”
Sui Dynasty Border, a forest by the lake.
By the lakeside, Wanwan sat on the shore, her fair and delicate feet gently rippling the water.
The girl wore a crimson dress, her looks were peerless, petite and exquisite, with rosy lips and bright teeth.
Her lively and mischievous demeanor, evident in her brows, marked her as an enchanting and spirited little devil.
“An 18-year-old Heavenly Realm expert…”
Frowning slightly as she read the report from her spies, Wanwan murmured to herself.
“This guy is already so strong—how am I supposed to win him over?”
“The task assigned by Master is going to be tough…”
…
Beili, Prince Manor
“Master, are you saying the Fourth City Lord of Snow Moon City is not only an 18-year-old Heavenly Realm martial artist but also a living divine physician?”
Xiao Chong asked in disbelief, turning toward Yan Zhantian.
Though his eyes were blind, Xiao Chong had long since honed the skill of locating people by sound.
“That’s correct. We must do our best to recruit him.”
“Maybe he can cure your eyes…” Yan Zhantian said solemnly, his expression unprecedentedly grave.
Qi Tianchen of the Imperial Observatory was neutral, and the Lone Sword Immortal Luo Qingyang was aligned with the Red King Xiao Yu.
If Jiang Che was recruited by the opposition, Xiao Chong’s chances of claiming the throne would be slim.
“In that case, I’ll go to Snow Moon City myself…”
…
Red King’s Manor, in the study room.
Xiao Yu paced anxiously within the study, as though waiting for someone.
Before long, a middle-aged man in a black robe appeared.
It was Su Changhe of Dark River, Xiao Yu’s mentor in name.
“Teacher…” Xiao Yu greeted Su Changhe with the deference of a disciple.
Although Su Changhe had never truly taught him anything, their collaboration ran deep, and Xiao Yu depended heavily on the influence of Dark River. Naturally, he dared not show disrespect.
Su Changhe sought dominance in the martial world, hoping to elevate the Su Clan to unparalleled heights.
Xiao Yu aimed for the throne, yearning to sit on the imperial seat of supreme power.
Their interests intertwined, leading to a covert partnership that had lasted many years.
After offering Su Changhe a seat and pouring him tea, Xiao Yu spoke eagerly.
“Teacher, now that Jiang Che has emerged as a game-changer in Snow Moon City, should we still proceed against the Snow Moon Sword Immortal?”
“I think we should let it go. Even if we can’t recruit someone like him, we absolutely cannot make him our enemy!”
Xiao Yu’s words were earnest.
While Su Changhe was ambitious, Snow Moon City now boasted a Heavenly Realm expert. Xiao Yu wasn’t willing to take such a great risk.
Dark River, strong as it was, had only a Half-Step Heavenly Realm as its strongest asset.
If they targeted the Snow Moon Sword Immortal and Jiang Che found out, the outcome would be a certain death!
It’d be akin to “an old fool seeking his own demise” (purely suicidal).
Even with Luo Qingyang as a trump card, Xiao Yu didn’t dare to gamble. After all, no one knew if Luo Qingyang was even a match for Jiang Che.
“You’re right. We need to revise our plans…” Su Changhe sighed deeply, his expression dark.
Though dissatisfied, Su Changhe wasn’t foolish enough to provoke Jiang Che.
Now, all they could do was pray that Jiang Che wouldn’t be drawn to the White King’s side and turn against them.
“I’ll set off immediately to personally visit this White-Robed Sword Immortal…”
Taking a deep breath, Xiao Yu strode decisively out of the study.
When Jiang Che had defeated Li Hanyi and others, Xiao Yu was wary of him but not afraid.
Now, things were different. Jiang Che had broken through to the Heavenly realm.
Even a fool could see his boundless potential, and Xiao Yu wouldn’t dare to offend him lightly.