Chapter 71: The Madman
.He had the audacity of a bear's heart and a leopard's gall, engaging in large-scale corruption by embezzling funds from heavy metal mines, a practice that was particularly egregious.Therefore, it led...The Milky Way is vast, boundless expanse of water.
An ancient attic, suspended above the starry sky, like a boat sailing on water.
It is, of course, an apparition within the Illusory Realm, but the true Taixu Pavilion is in the process of transferring power.
Compared to other cave treasures, the Tai Xu Pavilion's greatness lies in the fact that it has completely integrated with the illusory realm of Tai Xu. It can descend at any time and place in the mortal world through the Tai Xu Illusory Realm!
Inside the ancient attic, starlight encircled a huge circular platform. Nine large chairs were arranged around it.
The surroundings are obscure, becoming brighter as you approach the center.
Zhong Xuan, Ju Kui, Jiang Wang, Dou Zhao, Chong Xuan Zun, Cang Ming, Huang Sheli, and Qin Zhizhen each occupied a chair, sitting calmly. King Kun of Jingguo stood in front of the only empty seat, feeling a sense of being scrutinized and uneasy.
The Taixu Daozhu did not appear. Within the Taixu Illusory Realm, He is omnipresent. But what His specific form is now, no one can say for sure.
Every person has a pendant shaped like a yin-yang fish hanging before them. From the front, it is pure white, almost translucent to the back. From the back, it is pure black, deep and impenetrable.
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This is the Tai Xu Gouyu, representing the identity of a member of the Tai Xu Pavilion, and also the key to opening the true Tai Xu Pavilion—this true opening refers to summoning the Tai Xu Pavilion into the mortal world and controlling it as a magical artifact.
In principle, any member of the Tai Xu Pavilion can summon it at any time and place to fulfill its responsibilities. However, there is a prerequisite—the agreement of half the members. Each Tai Xu jade pendant is a key, but only when five or more members agree can it gain complete authority.
But that doesn't mean whoever gets the Goblet becomes a member of the Taixu Pavilion. It's just part of the identity marker. To truly use all the authority of a Taixu Pavilion member, you still need verification from the Taixu Fantasy Realm.
As long as the Heavenly Dao Lord exists, no one in the world can forge the identity of a member of the Tai Xu Pavilion.
Zhong Xuan sat upright and spoke first: "This is the first meeting of the Tai Xu Pavilion. I am Zhong Xuan, and I greet all the pavilion members. From now on, I will record every meeting. I will adhere to the principles of impartiality, completeness, and authenticity, recording everything truthfully. I welcome everyone's supervision."
"Let's note that down first." Ju Kui said solemnly, "At the first Taixu Conference, Li was absent without excuse. The Taixu Conference is held once a month. If a member is present in the mortal world and has no special business to attend to, exceeding three absences in a year, we will impeach him to the Taixu Dao Lord and request his removal—Do any of you have any objections"
A scholar from Qinkü Academy has already begun "recording history," while a cultivator from Guitiang Palace has officially started "making laws." They are truly swift and decisive.
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Everyone unanimously agreed and passed it with a full vote. Oh no, wait.
"That..." Wang Kun raised his hand.
>“What do you want to say” The dragoon turned his head and looked at him.
The process of the real person turning their head was like pushing a stone in the depths of winter, extremely cold and hard.
"I'm here representing Master Taiyu. I'll be attending the entire meeting and won't miss any information, so don't count me as absent......." Wang Kun's voice trailed off.
"Can you represent Li Yi fully" Dou Zhao asked abruptly.
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Wang Kun thought for a moment, then carefully said: "Matters related to Taixu Pavilion are basically possible."
"Can you take a beating for him then" Dou Zhao asked.
Wang Kun's face changed: "If the members of the Douge have this intention, I will report it to Ta Yu Zhenren. But if it is because Wang has a lower cultivation level than you, and you come to insult him, Wang will not submit. Jing Guo must not agree!"
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Dou Zhao raised his eyes: "Insult you"
He grabbed it casually, Tianxiao was already in his hand. The broadback and narrow blade descended with a chop!
"What are you, to insult me" Tian Xiao fell with a crash, his body split in two!
Wang Kun, who was sent out by the Jing Guo to act as Li Yi's deputy and handle the affairs of Tai Xu Pavilion in fact, is no mediocrity! He hails from Cheng Tianfu and practiced on Penglai Island.
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Originally, on the Starmoon Battlefield, he was one of the Heaven's Proud Ones leading Jing Nation's troops. He had truly fought against Qi Nation's Heaven's Proud One.
In the rich and vast Central Plains, in Jing Guo's forty-nine prefectures, he was also widely renowned. He was not inferior to Pei Hongjiu and Xu San
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However, before Tian Xiaodao, he had no room to resist.
Dou Zhao is truly Dou Zhao! One foot in the cabinet, the other foot taking a life. When powerful figures from different factions were around, he was only capable of exchanging a few words. With the absence of Zhenjun Yandao, he has become utterly lawless.
Jing Guo, represented by Li Yi here, also said that if they were to be killed, they would be killed!
The scene fell silent for a moment. Jiang Wang pressed her forehead and remained speechless.
Even the draconian Judge, who held law above all else, was speechless.
Qin Zhizhen was as still as a rock, his expression heavy and enigmatic, like a smile that wasn't quite a smile. Huang Sheli sprawled with his legs crossed, his expression hidden behind his hooded cloak.
Only Zhong Xuan, with a bamboo slip in one hand and a writing knife in the other, silently recorded.
The knife carves the characters simply, not a single regret.
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With a single stroke, Wang Kun was split in half from top to bottom. Dou Zhao acted as if nothing had happened, leaving his seat swaggeringly and sidling up to Zhong Xuan: "Let me see how you remember it, whether you've distorted the facts"
Zhong Xuan directly stood the bamboo slip upright, pulling it open for everyone to see: "Zhong certainly wrote with an honest hand and deserves to be scrutinized by the world."
The title reads, “Records of the Tai Xu Pavilion.” It is further divided into a section titled "First Tai Xu Meeting." Following this are the specific contents. The first line: Li was absent.
In the second column: Dou Zhao and Wang Kun had a falling out, so Dou Zhao drew his sword and killed him.
"How could I possibly be at odds with Wang Kun" Dou Zhao said angrily, "Mr. Zhong, you're not being straight with me! You're adding your own speculations!"
Zhong Xuan said, "Do you mean that you and Wang Kun have no disagreement"
"Does he qualify" Dou Zhao countered.
Zhong Xuan had long heard of Dou Zhao's reputation. But this was his first time meeting the man himself, and he had never so directly felt the temperament of this prodigy. After a moment of silence, he said, "Then why did you kill him"
"Why" Dou Zhao waved his hand. "Just write 'Dou Zhao killed Wang Kun'! I'm not afraid of others speculating my reasons!"
The scriptwriter's face was expressionless, but the lightning-shaped wrinkle between his brows twitched slightly. He had a premonition that this thirty-year term as a member of the Tai Xu Pavilion would likely not be easy to pass. Most of these "colleagues" probably weren't very pleasant to deal with. Currently, only Master Jiang seemed genuine and down-to-earth.
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In the Taixu Pavilion, it was impossible to truly kill Wang Kun. Although both of them had brought their true bodies summoned here by the Taixu Dao Master, the entire Taixu Illusionary Realm was under the control of the Taixu Dao Master. Without His permission, one could not truly kill anyone—not because there would be any serious consequences, but simply because it was impossible.
In the midst of their conversation, Wang Kun, still shaken by his encounter, reappeared in that empty seat.
Before that blade came down, he didn't know he wouldn't die.
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So he had truly faced the terror of death!
He looked at Dou Zhao, his face flushed with anger: "Dou Zhao! Do you want to provoke a war between Jingchu!"
Dou Zhao turned back in surprise, looking at him. He wasn't sure if he was surprised that he hadn't died yet, or surprised that he said something so foolish.
"What does this have to do with the State of Chu I've already left Chu. Haven't you been paying attention to such important matters"
Dou certain person brought the Tianshao sword back up: "What does this have to do with Jing Guo All of you—haven't you already left the country!"
The voice fell, the blade fell.
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This time Wang Kun had made every preparation, but still ended up with nothing.
There was no suspense whatsoever, his resistance was barely perceptible.
The Taixu Pavilion holds great authority, and when it truly operates, things become very busy. It's impossible for every single matter to be handled by the members themselves.
All parties send the most talented young people to Tai Xu Pavilion. This is both to secure a place for them in the vast current of human society and to give them more opportunities to reach greater heights. If mundane affairs interfere with their cultivation, it would be putting the cart before the horse. While handling administrative tasks can also be considered a form of cultivation, that is the path taken by the national system.
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Of these young people, no one really chose this path.
So, when it came to the Taixu Pavilion matter, all factions had already prepared direct subordinates for the pavilion's master. Needless to say about the Six Great Empires, as for those under Chongxuan, Jiang Wang glanced over them on the八卦臺, and many of them looked familiar······ they were just Qiu Sha Army soldiers in different clothes!
Even Zhong Xuan's side had a bunch of guys who looked smart and quick-witted. On the other hand, Ju Kui's side was a whole line of expressionless executioners.
Only Jiang was left with nothing but empty sleeves and a single sword hanging at his side.
There was no preparation beforehand — all the preparation was in swordplay.
Who would have thought that the Taixu Pavilion would be full of background stories Each one even brought their own army, leaving this Taixu's First Pure quite lonely.
The Taixu Pavilion is an organization with a neutral nature. Its nine members are all free and unattached immortals who roam the world. There are also various individuals of different backgrounds who assist them with their affairs, all of whom are also independent and free.
Taixu Pavilion is neutral! In the past, present, and future, this has always been the foundation of Taixu Pavilion's existence.
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It can't be absolutely neutral, but at least it should be impeccable. Furthermore, the Master of Taixu Dao will also supervise the affairs of Taixu Pavilion.
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So Wang Kun is now saying that Dou Zhao wants to provoke a war between Jing Chu. It's truly unreasonable.
Internal contradictions within the Tai Xu Pavilion, what does that have to do with other countries
When Wang Kun appeared again, he was already so angry that he had no expression left: "Dou Zhao! We have to work together for another thirty years. I won't look down on you, and you shouldn't look down on me either! Don't push things too far!"
"Bowing one's head, one doesn't see what is above." Dou Zhao looked at his face: "That's too disgusting."
Tian Xiao's stroke was like trying to erase something he didn't want to see, and Wang Kun indeed disappeared just like that.
Huang Sheli was engrossed in the play, not even whispering to Jiang Xianren.
Jiang Wang continued to press his forehead, his fingers and brow seeming to have a long story to tell.
Wang Kun, back in Tai Xu Ge, was on the verge of madness: "What do you want! You crazy devil! If you have the ability, get out of the Tai Xu Illusionary Realm. You're going to kill me!"
Dou Zhao said faintly, "Give me your address."
It was like a basin of cold water poured on his head. Wang Kun was stunned for a moment, then angrily cursed: "You're utterly unreasonable! We have no grievances against each other."
Tiānxiāo crossed, his head flying! Shattering the echo of his remaining sounds.
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"I don't know why, but I get agitated whenever this person speaks more than two sentences." Dou Zhao looked at everyone: "Do you guys feel the same way"
"Indeed, it is a bit unsightly." Chongxuan smiled.
He's always found Zháo to be too much trouble, a relentless fighter who everyone dislikes. But... there's something to be said for it... When this person isn't targeting you, having someone to speak up and stand up for you can feel pretty comfortable.
Wang Kun returned once again, his voice squeezed out from between his teeth: "I'm not as good as you, I admit it, but are you Dou Zhao stronger than everyone else Are you invincible in the world Do you have to bully everyone who is inferior to you I want to know why you are so targeted at me!"
Dou Zhao only asked, "Are you a member of the Tai Xu Pavilion What qualifications do you have to sit here"
Wang Kun shouted angrily, "I didn't sit, I stood!"
"I don't understand, how could Li Yi let you be his representative Is it because you're actually stupid enough to represent his brain" Dou Zhao shook his head, his eyes turning cold: "What qualifications do you have to enter this door You standing here is an insult to me, you idiot!"
The brave warrior slays the arrogant genius, a flash of his blade leaving only an empty void.
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Wang Kun, this unqualified person, standing in the Tai Xu Pavilion, is an affront to all other members.
Being willful was the "characteristic" of the Jing Guo, the first empire in this world. No one would feel comfortable with it.
According to the script, Zhong Xuan should remember that Li Yi was absent. Zhong Xuan did just that, and he expressed dissatisfaction accordingly.
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Dou Zhao simply expresses himself more directly and intensely.
"Have you counted how many times I've struck him" Dou Zhao asked Zhong Xuan.
Zhong Xuan, as always, raised the bamboo slip. The words inscribed upon it read: "Countless cuts."
"Mr. Zhong is too lazy... why didn't he write about my process of beheading him" Dou Zhao complained casually, then added, "He could have also written the reason."
"What" Zhong Xuan asked.
Dou Zhaodao: "Dou has never seen such a madman in his life! Zhong Xuan remained silent. Does Chu State not sell mirrors"
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Wang Kun appeared again in the hall, his aura clearly shaky.
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Although under Taixu Daozhu's gaze, he wouldn't truly die. But every blade Dou Zhao wielded was a blade capable of truly killing him.
He didn't die, but he had experienced the taste of death several times—that was definitely not a pleasant feeling.
But of course he would not be cowardly in such a situation, so he still straightened his spine and growled: "The result of my appearance here, Chu State has acknowledged. You can't change it! What do you want What can you do Here, you can't really kill me! Never!"
"What I'm going to do is very simple—" Dou Zhao swaggered over, dragging his sword: "Either have Li Yi come, or you don't show your face here again. You come once, I slash you once. It's said that Jiang Zhenren died hundreds of thousands of times in the demon world, relying on the Immortal Spring to survive and forge his current physical form. I'll help you train too, I want to see how strong your resolve is, how much it compares to his!"
This time the blade went straight through his waist.
Before he vanished, Wang Kun saw his own lower half spraying with blood. His anger, pain, and terror were all on his face, and they all disappeared together.
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When suddenly mentioned, Jiang Wang coughed and said, "Don't talk nonsense! Dou Zhenjun mustn't believe rumors. What do you mean I died tens of thousands of times In my journey to the demon realm, I went deep behind enemy lines, calmly laid out plans, and manipulated countless demons with ease. I fought fiercely against that Yin Ying with my own power, not falling behind in any way, and ultimately killed him!"
Dou Zhao let out a sneer: "Divine descends to kill demons, you also"
He wanted to say, "You should look in the mirror too." But suddenly he thought, the man before him had truly achieved the feat of killing his own true self. He was so angry he gritted his teeth and waved his sleeve, saying: "Then you come! Everyone is dissatisfied and only looks up to me. How could there be such a good thing!"
He sat back down heavily and didn't move again.
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Back at Tai Xu Ge, Wang Kun had already assumed a defensive stance, but Dou Zhao’s sword never came. He was momentarily lost, unsure whether to continue provoking or pretend nothing had happened.
Jiang Wang originally wanted to continue propping his forehead up, but all the ministers were staring at him.
"Cough!" Jiang Wang put down his hand and said softly, "Wang Kun, we met earlier."
Wang Kun watched him warily, saying nothing.
Jiang Wang raised his hand, and a sundial appeared in the void. Time was rippled by light and shadow.
He said to Wang Kun, "We are old acquaintances. I have no personal opinion of you, and I can't bear to see some people torment you like this."
Hearing this, Wang Kun, who had been gritting his teeth and refusing to give up, suddenly felt a lump in his throat.
The grievance in my heart... has been seen!
It wasn't me who came to the Taixu Pavilion seeking trouble, nor was it I who provoked you. Why do you all look down on me Why do you keep targeting and bullying me If you have the guts, oppose Nantian Master when he was at the Taixu Mountain gate!
Shameless! Ruthless! Extremely impolite!
Jiang Wang continued, "So, you go back and tell Li Yi. This is our first Tai Xu Pavilion meeting. We will be colleagues for the next thirty years. We will continue to have disagreements, but we will still move forward together towards the same goal."
"We respect him, and we hope he'll respect this — we'll wait for him for fifteen minutes. If he comes, the meeting will continue. If he doesn't, the meeting will continue anyway."
"But no matter what, you won't be able to participate in this meeting. I say this so you understand, if you can."lds. Rather, it means that they have not been occupied by truly powerful individuals.The gap between practitioners and ordinary people is so vast. Besides the realms of "Inner Palace" and "Outer Court...