Chapter 66

"Indeed, these matters are beyond our control." Guchen Sha seemed to see the world about to fall into chaos again, with the situation becoming precarious. The people had just enjoyed a decade of peaceful life, but it would soon turn into a time of suffering once more.

But he still had a clear idea of who was right and who was wrong in this matter.

Before the Tianfu Dynasty, the land was divided among a hundred states, each warring with the others. Wars were constant, natural disasters like floods and droughts were frequent, and bandits and evil spirits plundered and killed. Various sects absorbed followers, excluded those who disagreed, and disrupted the social order, leading to a complete breakdown of propriety and a chaotic world.

During the ten years of the Tianfu Dynasty, the land was bountiful, bandits were eliminated, sects were destroyed, poetry and literature flourished, and martial arts were highly esteemed. Even the poorest families had white rice and noodles, while the slightly better-off gentry had meat at every meal, and their servants could also enjoy some meat, looking healthy and radiant. The wealthy families consumed various nourishing and blood-boosting ingredients in large quantities. The noble families, of course, took large amounts of elixirs and magical medicines.

Ten years ago, many people could not travel far, even just a few dozen or a hundred miles away, for fear of being killed by bandits. Now, with the development of waterways, everyone could travel far, and scholars could travel with swords, enjoying the beauty of the mountains and rivers.

Guchen Sha also heard that the Tian Gong Academy was researching something called a steel railway, which involved laying steel on the ground, connecting everywhere, though he did not know what kind of thing it was.

This journey had broadened his horizons. Even the small town where Liu Yu and the others lived was quite prosperous, and if not for the chaos caused by the evil cult, they would have lived happily and peacefully.

The country was thriving, and if it continued for another ten years, it would truly be a golden age.

Though Guchen Sha inherited the ancient sacrificial edict, which, according to historical records, meant he had the "auspicious aura of the Son of Heaven," he had his own views. The Son of Heaven should be a person of virtue, and virtue means bringing peace to the world and improving the lives of the people. He currently lacked the ability and virtue to do so, but if he gained that ability in the future, he could indeed do better than the Tianfu Emperor. He would not hesitate to take on the responsibility, which was his understanding.

Throughout history, countless dynastic changes and replacements were caused by a lack of virtue.

"By the way, you mentioned that the Grand Tutor Wen Hong actually obtained the remains of an ancient god and incorporated them into himself. I also have a set of remains." Guchen Sha did not hide this. He suddenly grabbed a huge box, over two meters long and five feet wide.

"Master actually has a cave heaven treasure, no wonder." Yiming had long been puzzled, but now he could see clearly: "This is a cave heaven-level treasure, a self-contained cave heaven, which can only be refined by a cultivator at the 30th transformation of the Dao realm, belonging to the realm of gods and golden immortals."

"Let's not talk about that for now." Guchen Sha deliberately intimidated Yiming: "Look at these remains. I stole them from your temple. Prince Gu wants to perform a Heavenly Dragon Bone Replacement to enhance his cultivation."

"These are the remains of a Dao realm 9th transformation, Lapis Lazuli Jade Body level expert, containing extremely powerful energy. After Prince Gu performs the bone replacement, his strength will increase several times, but it is not suitable for you. However, these remains are invaluable and can be used to set up a residence, changing the magnetic poles." Yiming explained: "These remains themselves contain powerful magnetic changes, which we use to build temples, to stabilize the residence. When placed at the focal point of an array, the magnetic force is unparalleled, capable of instantly piercing through the barrier of the spirit realm, allowing a large amount of spiritual energy to descend. At that time, those who cultivate in Master's residence will receive great benefits, with their cultivation speed being dozens of times faster than ordinary people."

"Indeed, I wonder how many noble families would be eager to obtain these remains." Guchen Sha said, putting the remains back into the space of the Sun and Moon Altar. In addition, he threw the Law-breaking Immortal Sword into it.

The Law-breaking Immortal Sword was obedient inside the altar, but once it left, it became like a wild dragon, rushing and colliding. Guchen Sha was very frustrated, not knowing how to subdue it.

"Master, I have taught you everything I can. You are now familiar with the changes from the Mortal Realm to the Dao Realm. Next, will you practice in the mountains or go out?" Yiming looked around, the environment had changed, and the years in the mountains were unknown.

"Actually, I prefer living in the mountains, quietly cultivating, but unfortunately, there are many mundane affairs that require me to go out." Guchen Sha stood up.

Three days and nights had greatly increased his knowledge and made his mind more rounded, but he still needed to沉淀 to achieve the Dao Realm.

He felt that if he could practice in the mountains for two or three months, he would definitely enter the Dao Realm, but time did not allow. The current conflict with the barbarians was critical, and he could only rest for a few days in the mountains. If he hid for two or three months, it would cause a lot of trouble.

"Let's go!"

He returned to the lake where the team was resting. The 248 people were all practicing martial arts, each one looking fierce and powerful, with their skills greatly improved.

Especially Liu Yu and the other five, their sword skills had advanced, and they were gradually developing a grandmaster's demeanor, even showing signs of breaking through the martial arts barrier.

"Nineteenth Prince, are we setting out now?"

"Yes!" Guchen Sha ordered. The warriors followed him, moving quickly and silently, heading out of the mountains.

This time, they were heading to Chaxian County.

The explosion in Taixian County had scattered all the barbarian soldiers, but Chaxian County and Anxian County still had a large number of barbarian soldiers, and the temples were being built, with the presence of barbarian envoys.

The Third Prince sent Guchen Sha to scout first, partly to prevent him from seizing the treasures of Taixian County, and partly to use him as a scapegoat.

Guchen Sha was not going to fall for it, and he planned to take the treasures and retreat to the mountains to train his troops.

The team moved at a rapid pace, unaffected by the jungle, and could travel hundreds of miles a day even in the dense forest.

In just one day, they reached a major road near Chaxian County.

The road was covered with blood, torn leather armor, abandoned arrows, dead horses, and broken swords, indicating a fierce battle, but the bodies had disappeared, having been cleared away.

"Stop!"

As Guchen Sha's team approached, a group of cavalry scouts came from a distance, shouting and sounding the horn.

"Are they not barbarian soldiers? Are they our soldiers from the Great Yong Dynasty? Has Chaxian County been captured so quickly? What about the barbarian envoys and the barbarian general?" Guchen Sha thought quickly and shouted: "Raise my flag and announce our names!"

Immediately, Liu Yu and the others raised the flag of the Duke of Chen, shouting: "We are the Nineteenth Prince, the army of the Duke of Chen. Who are you?"

"Wait, I will report back."

The lead cavalry scout immediately returned and came back after about half an hour, shouting: "The imperial envoy, Lady Yuefu, invites the Nineteenth Prince to the county."

"Lou Baiyue is here? Was it she who defeated them?" Guchen Sha was slightly surprised but did not say more, leading his people into the county.

The county was intact, but the ground was still stained with blood. The temple was grand and magnificent, comparable to a palace.

Guchen Sha walked in and saw many soldiers along the way, with sentries every few steps. Some wore horned dragon armor, and each soldier was full of energy, with a fierce aura.

"Those wearing horned dragon armor are Lou Baiyue's soldiers, the others are probably the Third Prince's or the Tenth Prince's." He observed carefully and entered the temple hall.

Sure enough, there were several people in the temple hall.

Sitting in the middle was Lou Baiyue, the Tenth Prince Guzhen Sha, and the Third Prince Gufan Sha.

Seeing Guchen Sha enter, the Third Prince slammed the table: "Nineteenth Prince, you delayed the battle, what crime is that! I ordered you to be the vanguard and attack Chaxian County, where did you go? This is desertion."

"Desertion, according to military law, is punishable by death. A prince is no different from a commoner. Lady Yuefu, as the imperial envoy, you are like the emperor himself. In this situation, you cannot remain silent." The Tenth Prince said with a sinister tone.

"Bring in the body of the barbarian general." Guchen Sha had anticipated this and clapped his hands.

Several of his soldiers brought in the nearly two-meter-tall body of the barbarian general. He smiled: "Lords, on the way, I led my troops to attack Chaxian County and encountered the barbarian general and his army coming to rescue Taixian County. We fought fiercely, and I finally scattered the barbarian soldiers and pursued the general. After three days and nights of pursuit, I finally killed him. I have already had a general under the command of the Marquis of Giant Rock write a letter to report this. I wonder if Lady Yuefu has received it."

"I have received it, but I do not believe it. I need to inspect it personally." Lou Baiyue came down and carefully examined the body of the barbarian general, her face showing surprise: "Indeed, it is the barbarian general, a Dao realm 3rd transformation, Copper Skin and Iron Bones. You managed to kill him?"

Lou Baiyue knew the gap between the 2nd transformation, Nine Ox and Two Tigers, and the 3rd transformation, Copper Skin and Iron Bones, was like a chasm. Although Guchen Sha could kill the four old demons, he would still be at a dead end against the barbarian general.

"The body is here. If I did not kill him, did he commit suicide?" Guchen Sha countered, "In this case, I not only have no fault but have made a great contribution. Lady Yuefu, I believe you will report this truthfully to the emperor."

"Of course, everyone, please sit down." Lou Baiyue scanned the room, "The Nineteenth Prince has just arrived and is not familiar with the situation. I will explain again. The three counties have been completely recaptured, but three barbarian envoys, two barbarian generals, and some key figures have escaped. The rest of their army has been largely decapitated, and the rest have fled into the mountains. We are now sending experts to pursue them, but they are no longer a threat."

"So, the Third Prince, the Tenth Prince, and Lou Baiyue did not kill a single general? The three barbarian envoys, one of whom is Kukata, who has become Yiming, and the other two have escaped." Guchen Sha understood that his contribution was the greatest this time. Not to mention the four old demons, just the barbarian general alone far exceeded the contributions of the Third Prince and the Tenth Prince.

However, it was a pity that the recapture of the three counties meant that the treasuries of Chaxian County and Anxian County would be divided among Lou Baiyue, the Tenth Prince, and the Third Prince, leaving him with nothing.