“Right now, in the Jiangdong region alone, there are several thousand wandering knights at the first level of the Innate Realm. Even the third-level Grandmaster experts are estimated to number over a hundred,” Guo Jia said happily.
This is influence! After some time, Lin Yang's reputation will surely spread throughout the entire Han Dynasty. This precious reputation is truly a priceless treasure.
As for the person he was speaking to, it was a jade talisman. Having died alongside it, Lin Yang remained in his grotto, remotely overseeing the overall situation.
“Good, very good. On the seventh day, announce the news about the Holy Mountain. Say that there is a grotto-heaven there, and within the grotto-heaven is the legacy of Xiang Yu, the Overlord. This includes the supreme body-refining secret technique, the Eight-Nine Arcane Art, and the seventh-tier innate spiritual treasure—the Nine Heavens Thunder Blade.” Lin Yang said with a smile.
This time, the lid was lifted completely. Everyone was made aware that there was actually an unclaimed grotto-heaven in Jiangdong, containing the legacy of a powerful overlord.
At that time, will the Temple of War intervene?
If we don't take action, we can only watch helplessly as Mount Huansheng is gradually exposed to the eyes of the entire world.
If you make a move, that would be even better!
As a remnant of Xiang Yu, they dared to show themselves openly. At that point, even if the court officials wanted to cover it up, they wouldn't be able to!
At that time, with the imperial court's backing, many things will be much easier to accomplish. Moreover, after the imperial court eliminates Xiang Yu, how many powerful families in Jiangdong will remain? It's a question that can be answered with one's eyes closed.
By then, with a blank canvas, it will be easy to create something new. Wouldn't the entire Jiangdong region be at our disposal? We could do whatever we wanted!
Afterwards, Lin Yang communicated with Guo Jia for a while, and then the light from the jade talisman abruptly stopped.
"The jade talismans produced in this Reincarnation Land are of exceptional quality. It's just a pity that those without time limits are too expensive," Lin Yang complained.
In the blink of an eye, the fifth day had come to an end. And on the sixth day, the Great Han Daily published a major news story!
"When I was born, there were unusual phenomena. I was born with a precious jade in my mouth. At that time, red clouds swirled around an area of dozens of miles, and the sun was faintly visible descending. Therefore, my ancestors named me Chang! And later, they gave me the courtesy name Ziyu..."
"I was studious from a young age and possessed many innate talents, such as a photographic memory. No matter how classic the text was, I could understand its meaning instantly. No matter how complex the matter was, I could see its essence at a glance. Later I realized that this was because I had a very perceptive mind."
(The Seven-Aperture Exquisite Heart is an innate supernatural power possessed by a sixth-order saint. It allows one to perceive all things and hear all the ultimate truths of the world.)
“When I was young, I made up my mind to study hard, to establish a moral compass for the world, to establish a destiny for the people, to continue the lost learning of the sages, and to bring peace to the world. Now, thinking about it, how ridiculous it is.”
"When I came of age, I went to Jiangdong, disregarding the advice of my family and ancestors, wanting to completely resolve the problems there. Little did I know that this trip would be the last time I would ever leave!"
"I discovered that all the major families in Jiangdong are actually connected to an organization called the Temple of War Gods."
"I discovered that the Silver Sacrifice and the Hair Gods in Jiangdong are actually related to the Temple of War God."
"I discovered that my advisors, staff, yamen runners, and even the local garrison in Jiangdong had all betrayed me."
"Unfortunately, I discovered it too late!"
"However, I have no regrets. Because, before I died, Xiang Yu also took my fatal blow. That blow burned my Seven Aperture Exquisite Heart, which can at least seal this man for another three thousand years!"
"These three thousand years are three thousand years I fought for the court and the people of the Han Dynasty. Future generations, when you see this information, you must help spread it. Xiang Yu can never be brought back to life!"
Looking at the newspaper in his hand, Xun Shuang was trembling slightly. As he read, tears streamed down his face.
"Brother Yu, you died a terrible death! I wondered back then, with your cultivation level, even if you couldn't win, with your Seven Apertures Exquisite Heart, how could you not escape? It turns out, it was to seal Xiang Yu."
"Well, now that I've calculated the time, it's been about three thousand years. Let this old body of mine get moving."
As he spoke, Xun Shuang recalled the Yu Ge'er from back then, a man of heroic bearing, extraordinary brilliance, and a natural saintly demeanor.
"Grandfather, do not worry. Your grandson will go out now and investigate this matter thoroughly. This newspaper is the Great Han Daily. Its owner is the Duke of Wu, who recently suffered a misfortune. It seems that this Duke of Wu is not only alive, but also knows a lot of inside information," Xun Yu said calmly from the side.
(In the world of mythology, let's not delve into the details of time, age, and seniority.)
Upon hearing this, Xun Shuang raised his head and looked at Xun Yu, the most outstanding grandson of his clan.
"The same humility, the same principledness, the same insistence on one's own opinions, the same innate shrewdness, the same saintly demeanor."
"Wenruo, do you know how worried I am about you? Fine, this time I'll have the Second Elder, Third Elder, and Fourth Elder protect you personally," Xun Shuang said calmly, his tone carrying an undeniable domineering authority.
Upon hearing this, Xun Yu nodded and left. Meanwhile, he was lost in thought, contemplating many things.
Whose schemes are behind this? Otherwise, how could an elder who has been dead for three thousand years suddenly come back to life?
Furthermore, was that elder really killed by Xiang Yu himself? Isn't there something fishy going on here? For example, what role did the imperial court play in this process? What about other families? Even the Xun family itself?
After thinking about it for a while, Xun Yu dared not think any further. He feared he wouldn't be able to bear such a dark truth if he continued to think about it.
Moreover, whatever the secrets behind this matter, now that everything has been exposed, the Xun family cannot afford to ignore it.
Even knowing that Jiangdong was a trap, and Xiang Yu was an even bigger one, the Xun family had no choice. Otherwise, what would become of their reputation built up over tens of thousands of years?
"Brother Zhicai, I've come to see you!" Xun Yu said happily as he looked at Xi Zhicai standing at the door to greet him.
Seeing this, Xi Zhicai chuckled. Back in the academy, he was just a poor scholar. How could he possibly have any connection with someone like Xun Yu, a top-tier son of a high-ranking official?
But now, we can greet each other with smiles and call each other brothers. This is all thanks to our lord!
"Haha, Wenruo, long time no see." Xi Zhicai smiled frankly.
Soon, he personally greeted Xun Yu and led him into the room. After a long exchange of pleasantries and drinking plenty of tea, Xun Yu finally couldn't hold back any longer and began to speak frankly.
"Zhicai, I wonder who provided this material today? If I'm not mistaken, it is my ancestor Xun Chang, Xun Ziyu." Xun Yu cupped his hands and said.
"It is like this, this material was discovered by my lord, the Duke of Wu, in a broken cave. At the same time, he also discovered..."
"Wenruo, take care!" Xi Zhicai said with a smile as he watched Xun Yu's retreating figure.
At this moment, he admired his lord even more. Once Xun Chang's affair was exposed, the Xun family would definitely make their move. Even if he knew it was all a calculated scheme, what could he do?
How will the people of Jiangdong view the Xun family's move? How will the remnants of Xiang Yu view it? Could a mere spark ignite a full-blown conflict between the two sides?