CIATB Chapter 263 Armistice
Chapter 263 Armistice
Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan did not dare to neglect the message from the Bishui Sword Pavilion.
After all, the last message was about the incident in Yan State.
They did not know why the Bishui Sword Pavilion called them over this time.
At that moment, the couple briefly told Jiang Renyi about the situation.
Afterwards, they did not delay and quickly rushed to the Bishui Sword Pavilion.
Almost the same as last time, when Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan came to the meeting hall of the Bishui Sword Pavilion, they found that there were already many people sitting here.
Most of them were their acquaintances.
Pavilion Master Hou Dongbai, Grand Elder Gu Yuefeng, and Elder Liuhuo, etc.
Including Wen Shujun and Li Mingkong of Tianyue Sect.
In addition to these acquaintances, there were two more strangers in the field.
After Hou Dongbai's introduction, Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan finally knew that the two strangers in front of them were another supreme elder of the Bishui Sword Pavilion, Qin Menglan, who was at the third level of the Golden Core Cultivation and was the only female cultivator among the five supreme elders of the Bishui Sword Pavilion.
And a middle-aged man with a rather elegant face.
Yu Haoji of the Tianyue Sect.
The Taoist partner of one of his disciples once had a master-disciple relationship with the Liehuo Zhenzong.
She once wanted to take revenge on Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan by taking advantage of her husband's relationship.
But she didn't succeed.
After Jiang Chengxuan and his team's achievements were spread, Yu Haoji asked someone to bring them the news, saying that he didn't know about the things at the beginning and hoped that there would be no unnecessary misunderstandings between them.
In response, the couple also expressed their understanding at the time.
At this time, when the two sides met, Yu Haoji really showed a very polite attitude.
He just said, "I have heard that Fellow Daoist Jiang and Fairy Shen are very talented. I have always wanted to get to know them, but unfortunately I have never had the chance. Today I finally get to see them in person."
As he spoke, Yu Haoji took the initiative to stand up and smiled and clasped his fists with the couple.
Seeing this, Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan immediately smiled and clasped their fists in return.
"Fellow Daoist Yu is too polite."
As he spoke, the couple greeted other acquaintances present one by one.
After everyone exchanged greetings, Hou Dongbai, who was in charge of presiding over the meeting, looked at everyone present and said seriously:
"Everyone, the main reason why we have gathered everyone here this time is about the war between our five countries."
When Hou Dongbai said this, everyone present, including Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan, was shocked.
Everyone knows that the war between the five countries has lasted for many years so far.
Whether it is the alliance between Zheng and Shu or the three countries, they have actually suffered losses to varying degrees.
Hou Dongbai suddenly mentioned this at this time. Does it mean that something happened that they didn't know about?
Sure enough.
Then I heard Hou Dongbai continue: "To be honest, not long ago, I received a message from the head of Yuanyang Valley in Zheng State and Qianfa Sect in Shu State.
They want to sign a ceasefire agreement with our three countries on behalf of their respective countries."
"What?"
When they heard Hou Dongbai's words, except for the people from Bishui Sword Pavilion, Jiang Chengxuan and his wife, as well as the three people from Tianyue Sect, all showed some surprise on their faces.
They obviously didn't expect that the alliance between Zheng and Shu would actually send them a ceasefire request.
This is really a rare thing.
You know, in the past, the alliance between Zheng and Shu was actually slightly superior to the three countries.
They were also quite domineering in their actions.
If not, the Fushan Wolf King wouldn't have happened during the monster rebellion.
But now, they took the initiative to ask them for a ceasefire.
Isn't this a disguised way of surrendering to the three countries?
How could the sects and families of Zheng and Shu do such a thing?
Could it be that because four golden elixirs had fallen from their two countries before, the strength between the two sides was narrowed, which led to their behavior?
In theory, this seems to make sense, but in reality, it is not their style.
There must be some truth that they don't know.
At this moment, whether it is Jiang Chengxuan, Shen Ruyan, or the three golden elixirs of Tianyue Sect, they all showed a trace of suspicion on their faces.
Then Li Mingkong of Tianyue Sect said: "Master Hou, is what you said true?
Is this another conspiracy or calculation of Zheng and Shu against our three countries?"
After Li Mingkong finished speaking, Jiang Chengxuan and others present all looked at Hou Dongbai.
Hou Dongbai replied: "This should be true, because they have clearly stated in the communication that we can sign a blood oath agreement regarding this truce agreement.
Whether it is our three countries or the alliance of Zheng and Shu, no war of any form shall be launched within a certain period of time."
After hearing what Hou Dongbai said, Jiang Chengxuan and others finally believed the truce request made by Zheng and Shu.
Since they are willing to sign the blood oath contract, the probability of violation is very small.
Because that price is definitely not something that Zheng and Shu can afford.
But at the same time, Jiang Chengxuan and the three people from Tianyue Sect also noticed it.
The armistice agreement mentioned by the other party refers to both parties, that is, the alliance of Zheng and Shu, and the three countries, but not to individuals, sects or families.
In other words, even if one of them or a family conflicts with the other party's golden elixir, or even a life-and-death battle, it is not within the scope of the provisions of this contract.
As long as the two sides do not have a war of this scale, it will not be considered a violation of the contract.
With this in mind, Jiang Chengxuan suddenly said:
"Master Hou, do you know why they want to stop the war with us?
I don't believe that with the style of their two countries, they will swallow that breath so easily."
The breath that Jiang Chengxuan mentioned here naturally refers to the fact that the three countries killed four golden elixirs.
And this question is also what everyone present wants to know.
However, Hou Dongbai shook his head this time.
"The question you asked, Fellow Daoist Jiang, is actually the one that I can't figure out and feel puzzled about the most.
But for this question, you and I are destined to not get a specific answer for the time being, and we can only wait for people to slowly investigate and inquire in the future.
The most urgent thing is that we still have to discuss first. What do you think about the request for a ceasefire from the alliance between Zheng and Shu? Do you think we should agree to them?"
It is undeniable that Hou Dongbai is not wrong.
At present, it is obviously not something that can be figured out in a short time to figure out why the alliance between Zheng and Shu has such an abnormal behavior.
Instead of putting all your thoughts on those problems, it is better to seriously consider whether you really want to agree to the ceasefire.
In this regard, Yu Haoji took the lead in expressing his position.
I only heard him say: "If both of us can sign a blood oath contract, then I think we can agree to this matter.
After all, with the strength of both of us, if we continue to fight like this, it will not have much meaning except wasting each other's strength in vain."
His point of view was quickly recognized by Li Mingkong and Wen Shujun.
Obviously, after years of observation, they all know that this kind of battle will not have any great results.
After all, what they wanted at the beginning was just to show their uncompromising attitude.
Now that the goal has been achieved, if they continue to consume it like that, it will obviously be more trouble than gain.
Gu Yuefeng and Elder Liuhuo also agree with Yu Haoji's point of view.
Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan are the same.
Although they feel that there may be some inside stories that they don't know.
But as Hou Dongbai said, it will not be done in a short time to figure out the situation.
The most urgent task is to implement the ceasefire as soon as possible.
"Since everyone agrees, then this matter is decided." Hou Dongbai looked at everyone and said, "According to what they said in the message, if we agree to a ceasefire, then we will go to the intersection of our borders in five days and sign a blood oath contract. At that time, one of the Jindan from each of our factions or families must be present." As Hou Dongbai finished speaking, the whole thing came to an end. Five days later. Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan, together with the Jindan cultivators from the Bishui Sword Pavilion, Tianyue Sect, Yun and Yan countries, and the Jindan cultivators from the Zheng and Shu alliances, signed a ceasefire agreement and a blood oath contract. Since then, the war between the five countries that lasted for several years has come to a temporary end. On the way back, Hou Dongbai couldn't help but send a message to Jiang Chengxuan and his wife, reminding them to be careful of the cultivators from Zheng and Shu in the future. Especially the Dingyuan Marquis Mansion. Whether it was the original grudge between the two families, or the fact that Jiang Chengxuan killed Shangguan Yongchang in the Five Nations War, or that the Jiang family occupied the resources and mineral veins of Dingyuan Marquis Mansion, it was enough to make Dingyuan Marquis Mansion hate the Jiang family to the core.
If things go wrong, their people will look for opportunities to attack them.
This is not within the scope of the blood oath contract.
In this regard, Jiang Chengxuan and Shen Ruyan both said that they would pay attention to this matter.
When the couple returned to Taixuan Mountain, the head of the family, Jiang Renyi, immediately came over.
Obviously, he had already been notified by Jiang Chengxuan about what Jiang Chengxuan and his friends did this time.
Now he came here, naturally to ask for the results.
Then he heard Jiang Chengxuan say: "Renyi, you can notify Rendao and my fifth uncle that they can come back."
"Hmm?"
Hearing Jiang Chengxuan's words, Jiang Renyi's heart immediately moved.
He raised his eyes and looked at Jiang Chengxuan.
Jiang Chengxuan nodded and said, "The relevant armistice agreement has been signed. Before the next monster rebellion comes, the two sides shall not engage in any form of war." Hearing Jiang Chengxuan's words, Jiang Renyi was relieved. "But the purple copper vein cannot be without purple mansion-level cultivators." Jiang Chengxuan continued, "Let Xu Lao stay there for the time being, and when we have a suitable person, we will go to replace him." Jiang Renyi naturally had no objection to Jiang Chengxuan's arrangement, and nodded immediately after hearing it. After a while. He couldn't help but show a hint of hesitation on his face. Jiang Chengxuan noticed his abnormality and immediately asked: "What's wrong, Renyi, is there something wrong?"
Jiang Renyi hesitated, but in the end, he still said to Jiang Chengxuan:
"Uncle, I heard that there are still many spiritual objects in our family's treasury that can be used to advance to the Purple Mansion?"
Jiang Chengxuan's brows suddenly raised slightly, and then he said with a faint smile:
"What? Who came to find you specifically?"
Jiang Renyi smiled bitterly, then nodded and said:
"I really can't hide anything from you, uncle.
Not long ago, my second brother Renchuan, as well as Shen Baifei and Shen Rushuang from the Shen family, all came to me and asked if they could withdraw their promotion to the Purple Mansion Spiritual Weapon in advance.
Especially the two members of the Shen family, I think their lifespan seems to be running out. If they continue to delay, I am afraid it will be difficult to wait until the day when they have accumulated enough contributions. "
"Yeah?"
Jiang Chengxuan turned his head and glanced at Shen Ruyan beside him, then smiled and said to Jiang Renyi:
"You are right, now our family treasury does have many spiritual objects that can be used to advance to the Purple Mansion.
There are only two Zixia jade.
In addition, there are five Zitian Pills.
In addition, there are also some Five Elements Crystals and Purple True Pills. "
"This... so much?"
Jiang Renyi was immediately startled.
He really wasn't very clear about what Jiang Chengxuan was talking about now.
But when he came back to his senses, a look of uncontrollable excitement suddenly appeared on his face.
Obviously, if all the things Jiang Chengxuan said are used well, maybe the Jiang family can have many more Zifu-level monks at once.
This can definitely greatly enhance the overall strength and foundation of their Jiang family.
Moreover, if there are a few more Zifu-level monks, the Jiang family's manpower will not be so short.
You know, as a member of the Jindan Immortal Clan, the Jiang family now has many industries in the entire Liang Kingdom and even within the Three Kingdoms.
Many of these industries require monks at the Zifu level to guard them.
But therein lies the problem.
Even if the three Zifu monks from the Shen family are added, the manpower of the Jiang family Zifu monks is still far insufficient.
Thinking of this, Jiang Renyi couldn't help but said again:
"Uncle, can we... now?"
However, before Jiang Renyi could finish speaking this time, Jiang Chengxuan shook his head with certainty and said:
"Renyi, you should know that the main reason why a family or sect can continue without any major internal problems is its system.
Only when everyone can abide by the system and rules can a family or sect gradually grow stronger and have good cohesion.
If you and I take the lead in destroying and violating the system we have set, think about it for yourself, what will be the consequences in the future? "
After saying these words, Jiang Renyi was immediately speechless.
indeed.
Jiang Chengxuan was right.
If even the leaders like them take the lead in violating the family system and rules, then the people below will naturally follow suit.
Over time, the systems and rules of their clan will become ineffective.
Just when these thoughts were passing through Jiang Renyi's mind, Jiang Chengxuan said again:
"However, there are exceptions to everything. As the saying goes, rules are dead but people are alive.
As long as it does not violate the system and rules of the clan, this kind of thing is not without solutions. "