"Sect Master, the King of Yanbei has come to pay his respects."
Someone came to report.
Chen Jiuyang, who was chatting in Lin Yuexian's courtyard, was slightly stunned when he heard the servant's report.
He had not seen Yan Hongming for several years.
He said, "Please invite him to the main courtyard."
"Yes, Sect Master."
Chen Jiuyang patted Lin Yuexian's hand, "I'll go deal with some matters."
Then Chen Jiuyang walked towards the main courtyard of his residence.
"Brother Yan, it has been a long time. I apologize for not welcoming you sooner."
Chen Jiuyang walked into the main courtyard with a slight smile. To his surprise, besides Yan Hongming, there was also a woman and a child.
"Brother Chen, it has indeed been some time since we last met." Yan Hongming was wearing the dragon robe of the King of Longguo, his aura was powerful and extraordinary, but he was still in the Heavenly Realm.
"This is my wife, Qingming, and our child, Chengdao." He introduced the woman and son beside him.
"Greetings, Brother Chen." The King of Yanbei's consort bowed to Chen Jiuyang, and his son respectfully called out, "Greetings, Uncle Chen."
Chen Jiuyang's heart stirred, and he smiled, "It's good that you've come. Sister-in-law Qingming, you can go to the back courtyard. My wife and children are there, and you'll have more to talk about."
"Certainly, I've long wanted to meet Brother Chen's wife." Qingming was dignified and graceful. Led by a servant, she headed to the back courtyard.
Then, only Chen Jiuyang and Yan Hongming remained in the main courtyard.
The two sat down.
Chen Jiuyang's smile slowly faded, "Brother Yan, what has happened for you to come to my place?"
"Alas." Yan Hongming's expression was complex, "My father sent me to Brother Chen's place, and I had no choice but to bring my wife and child."
Chen Jiuyang's mind immediately became active, "Since Brother Yan is here, please feel at ease and stay."
Yan Hongming cupped his fists and bowed to Chen Jiuyang, "Thank you, Brother Chen."
"There's no need to be so polite between us," Chen Jiuyang said.
Since Emperor Yan had sent Yan Hongming to his place, it meant that the turmoil and storms outside would only grow.
The worst-case scenario was that the plan had completely deviated from Emperor Yan and Jixia Academy's intentions. Yan Hongming was to bring his wife and child to his place for refuge, so they wouldn't be implicated.
"How is Emperor Yan's situation?"
Yan Hongming shook his head, "I haven't seen him for some time."
"It seems the situation is more troublesome than imagined," Chen Jiuyang patted Yan Hongming's shoulder, "Since you are here, please stay here with peace of mind. The Han clan's territory is fully equipped."
"I will be taking several of my wives on a trip in the next few days to handle some matters."
"When I return, we can drink and talk."
"Alright," Yan Hongming nodded.
Chen Jiuyang called for servants to arrange living quarters and other necessities for Yan Hongming and his family.
The world was undergoing great changes, bringing both danger and great opportunities that many people dreamed of.
Emperor Yan's action gave Chen Jiuyang a sense of entrusting his child.
But he hoped it wouldn't come to that.
If the King of Yan perished, who would carry the banner of the martial arts world in Longguo?
The Five Great Sacred Lands? No.
And he, with his current strength, was also not capable.
The next day.
Chen Jiuyang left the Han clan's territory with Lin Yuexian, Ji Lengyue, and Qiu Yihan.
The southern part of Longguo was governed by laws, while from Mount Wudang upwards to the north, it was governed by military strategy.
After Chen Jiuyang achieved enlightenment, his Qianyang Dao Body remained unchanged, but his Pure Lotus Sacred Fire had changed. In the depths of his being, Chen Jiuyang could feel that it had transformed into the Void-Breaking Red Lotus.
This could be considered his innate divine ability of the Qianyang Dao Body, which greatly aided him in accelerating the consumption of the golden pills in his hand, refining the origin of gold and the laws of gold.
His cultivation was slowly improving.
Mount Wudang was named after the martial saint Zhang Sanfeng, whose Tai Chi and military strategy were extremely famous.
Chen Jiuyang's first stop for his tour was Mount Wudang.
Traveling with the three women, Chen Jiuyang said, "In the past few years, I have owed you all a great deal. Now that I have achieved enlightenment, I need to witness the military strategy and will spend a lot of time on it. I will take you all to travel and sightsee."
After interacting with them, the three women had discovered Chen Jiuyang's state of returning to simplicity.
Lin Yuexian said, "Brother Chen, look, there are so many people who want to join the Wudang sect."
Chen Jiuyang looked up and saw many ordinary children at the foot of Mount Wudang wanting to join the Wudang sect in pursuit of power.
Ji Lengyue said, "The Immortal and Martial paths are flourishing now, so it's natural for ordinary people to want to take a step forward."
Qiu Yihan said, "It's just a fantasy. In fact, being a mortal is also quite good. There are fewer disputes and calculations. It's not that easy to gain power."
Chen Jiuyang smiled and nodded slowly, "The world is changing greatly, and the situation is unpredictable. Being able to live in peace is also a good thing. Strength sought forcefully may not be good for oneself."
"Let's go. Today, we will go and see the military strategy of Wudang."
Military strategy, also known as national martial arts.
The group arrived outside the gate of Mount Wudang. The Wudang mountain Taoist guarding the entrance said, "Respected laypeople, do you have business entering Mount Wudang?"
Chen Jiuyang said, "I have heard that the Seven Disciples of Wudang and the Sect Master have extraordinary attainments in the martial path. I have come today specifically to seek their guidance."
The Wudang mountain Taoist immediately showed a look of disdain, "Who do you think you are, to be able to meet the Seven Disciples of Wudang and the Sect Master just by asking?"
Lin Yuexian, Ji Lengyue, and Qiu Yihan smiled faintly.
Chen Jiuyang chuckled and said, "You may go and report. The Sect Master of the True Saint Sect has arrived, and they will know how to handle it."
"The True... The Sect Master of the True Saint Sect..." The Wudang mountain Taoist was first stunned, then his expression changed drastically. His face turned pale, and cold sweat trickled down. His body trembled, and he quickly said, "Please wait a moment, I will report immediately."
For great figures like Chen Jiuyang, they were like thunder in the ears of small people like them.
Immediately, the Wudang mountain Taoist hurried towards the interior of Mount Wudang, stirring up gusts of wind.
Qiu Yihan chuckled softly, "Husband, you scared him just by stating your name."
Chen Jiuyang touched his nose, "Am I that scary?"
Ji Lengyue smiled charmingly, "Husband, do you not know your reputation in Longguo?"
Chen Jiuyang was stunned, "I haven't appeared for a long time, what reputation do I have?"
Lin Yuexian said, "Brother Chen, even though you haven't appeared in the martial world, the matter of you conquering the Sacred Sect has spread far and wide, especially in recent days..."
"?" Chen Jiuyang.
Not long after, eight streams of light flew out from the main hall of Mount Wudang, all holding weapons, with a strong aura of military strategy.
Leading them was Ou Boquan, the Gate Master of Mount Wudang. His face was solemn, and he looked at Chen Jiuyang, cupping his fists and bowing, "Ou Boquan, Gate Master of Mount Wudang, greets the Sect Master of the True Saint Sect."
He didn't even dare to utter Chen Jiuyang's name.
A few days ago, Chen Jiuyang's true name imprint had spread throughout the Immortal and Martial realms of Longguo. From then on, who would dare to casually utter his Taoist name or name if he was being watched by him?
If it were an enemy, wouldn't that be asking for trouble?