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Yunzhou.
This is a region almost perpetually shrouded in gray clouds. The sky is very dim, and the air is quite dry, resembling severe smog conditions. However, Jiang Han knows that this is not smog but rather a climate formed by Yunzhou's unique geographical environment.
"Bang bang bang!"
The sound of the army's march is orderly and powerful, as if it could collapse the clouds at the horizon. The marching speed isn't particularly fast, but it is filled with a sense of strength. The gathered vitality creates a vast expanse of red sand, causing even the wild beasts in the mountains to hide trembling in their dens!
"Yang Xiao, your progress in cultivation seems a bit slow."
Jiang Han sits in his carriage, looking at Yang Xiao, who is seated beside him. Azure Wing Bat King Wei Yixiao has made significant progress, with many of his subordinates breaking through to Martial Arts Grandmaster early on, surprising everyone. Moreover, after breaking through to Martial Arts Grandmaster, Wei Yixiao did not slow down his cultivation pace; instead, he continued to soar, catching even Jiang Han's attention.
The Yin Sha Physique that had troubled Wei Yixiao for years transformed dramatically after he obtained the mysterious Cultivation Method known as Three Parts Return to Original Qi. He seemed to be on a fast track, leaving others far behind.
Jiang Han estimates that in the future, the one who achieves the highest among his subordinates may not be the deeply learned Baghdad Zen Master, nor the overwhelmingly powerful Wu Xingyun, but rather Wei Yixiao, who previously excelled in lightness skills while lagging in many other areas.
However, after Wei Yixiao, Wu Xingyun, Fan Yao, and Yin Tianzheng all achieved Martial Arts Grandmaster, Yang Xiao remains at Half-Step Martial Arts Grandmaster, which leaves him somewhat dissatisfied. Although Yang Xiao manages the internal affairs of Manichaeism quite well as its chief steward, as a martial artist, cultivation must come first.
Yang Xiao's aptitude is not lacking; in fact, it can be considered quite exceptional. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been chosen by Yang Dingtian as the Light Left Envoy, the foremost person under the leader. It is worth noting that in ancient times, left was considered honorable; thus, to some extent, in Yang Dingtian's mind, Yang Xiao's status should be slightly higher than that of Fan Yao.
The title of "Light Left Envoy" was conferred upon Yang Xiao, and Yang Dingtian had indeed considered cultivating Yang Xiao as the successor to the Manichaeism Leader. Jiang Han noticed the bitter smile on his face and, feeling puzzled, asked, "What’s the matter? Is there something troubling you?"
"Reporting to the leader, it seems I have encountered a bottleneck," Yang Xiao replied with a wry smile.
"A bottleneck?" Jiang Han's expression grew serious as he narrowed his eyes. For those who practice martial arts, two situations are most feared: one is a bottleneck, and the other is inner demons. Many exceptionally talented martial artists find themselves blocked at the threshold of the Martial Arts Grandmaster Realm due to these two obstacles. Some martial artists may excel early on but later fall into a bottleneck, potentially unable to break through for their entire lives.
On the outskirts of Yunzhou, nearly every elite from various factions gathered at the edge of Yunzhou, led by the Azure Peak Sect. This place served as the first line of defense against Manichaeism, and they had been preparing for this moment for quite some time.
"Report to the sect leader, we have generally clarified the strength that Manichaeism has mobilized," a disciple knelt on one knee and respectfully clasped his fists.
The person at the top, with an imposing demeanor, asked, "What are the specifics?"
He was Bu Tiannan, the current leader of Azure Peak Sect, possessing late-stage mastery and wielding significant influence in Yunzhou.
"Yes," the disciple stood up, bowing slightly in respect as he replied, "This time, Manichaeism has dispatched many strong practitioners, including Grandmaster-level expert Jiang Han and other Grandmasters such as Tianshan Tonglao, Wei Yixiao, Yin Tianzheng, and Fan Yao. It is reported that Baghdad Zen Master remains stationed in Xiliang Prefecture without moving, while the two Immortals of Leisure have also not taken action for Manichaeism. Numerous Innate Martial Artists and those above the seventh level of postnatal cultivation from various halls have been mobilized; Manichaeism's strongest force, Bright Hall, has nearly emptied out."
Bu Tiannan felt a jolt in his heart and was slightly alarmed. With such significant movements from Manichaeism, it seemed they were determined to swallow Yunzhou whole.
A Grandmaster of Martial Arts, four Martial Arts Grandmasters, and a large army of warriors...
In contrast, on our side, the entire Yunzhou, even counting our soon-to-be-passing Ancestor, barely has five masters!
If the rumored Manichaeism Leader were to personally intervene, it would likely mean that we would be wiped out in the blink of an eye.
After thinking it over, Bu Tiannan focused his gaze on Elder Mo from the Azure Peak Sect's External Relations Hall, his expression anxious as he said, "What does the merchant association say? We need to understand that once Yunzhou falls, with the Manichaeism Leader's temperament, Shang Wanli won't fare any better!"
The Azure Peak Sect has always maintained a good relationship with the merchant association and is one of their major clients. Given such a significant crisis, all the forces in Yunzhou are facing imminent destruction and naturally do not want the merchant association to sit idly by.
Elder Mo's lips twitched slightly as he helplessly replied, "Shang Wanli is getting older and more timid. He thinks that offering us a discount on weapons and elixirs counts as support for Yunzhou's martial world."
Bu Tiannan was so furious that his head felt dizzy. He shouted angrily, "Short-sighted! At a time like this, he's still thinking about doing business! Doesn’t he realize that with the Manichaeism Leader's nature, he won't let him off so easily?"
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