Ch 672: Elder Meng
As the sound spread, it echoed throughout the entire Mountain Gate.
Shortly after, a figure flew out from within and came before Zhang Haocang.
The approaching person wore a black robe, his face weathered, and like Zhang Haocang, he exuded the cultivation level of the Nascent Soul Stage.
“It’s quite rare today, Brother Zhang actually came to visit.”
Kong Xiuren looked at Zhang Haocang, a hint of surprise in his eyes.
You see, their Jade Heng Sect and the Xuan Yue Sect, led by Zhang Haocang, are quite far apart, and both are Sect Masters, with numerous daily matters to handle.
Although his relationship with Zhang Haocang is decent, they don’t see each other for a year or two.
“Brother Yun, to be frank, I’ve come this time for the Jade Mansion Grand Competition.”
Zhang Haocang sighed, cupping his hands and speaking.
“If that’s the case, then Brother Zhang, please come in.”
Kong Xiuren narrowed his eyes upon hearing this, then invited Zhang Haocang into a Great Hall.
After Zhang Haocang sat down, looking at Kong Xiuren who was casually holding a Teacup and scraping off the tea foam, he anxiously said, “Brother Yun, I wonder if you’ve heard, recently Yuanyang Sect has obtained a new worshipper, whose cultivation is said to be extremely profound. Even Xu Pengyun respects him greatly, treating him with utmost courtesy.”
“As far as I know, the upcoming Jade Mansion Grand Competition, it’s very likely this newly arrived worshipper will fight for Yuanyang Sect.”
“This worshipper must be at the Divine Transformation Stage. If we allow this worshipper to compete, then what hope do our two Sects have of winning?”
His tone was full of unwillingness.
The Jade Mansion Grand Competition represents the hope of entering the Secret Realm to explore.
Logically, their Xuan Yue Sect and the Jade Heng Sect are enemies.
He originally planned to personally participate in the Jade Mansion Grand Competition to win his Sect a place in the Secret Realm. For this, he had planned to use Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures long treasured within the Sect to improve his strength.
But unexpectedly, this matter from Yuanyang Sect completely disrupted his plans.
Although it’s unclear how strong this worshipper is, only a Divine Transformation Stage Great Expert could command Xu Pengyun’s respect.
Neither his Xuan Yue Sect nor Jade Heng Sect has anyone above the Nascent Soul Stage.
If it comes to vying for spots, Yuanyang Sect’s victory is practically a certainty.
He, alone, couldn’t think of a countermeasure, so he could only visit the Jade Heng Sect to see if they could come up with a plan together.
After all, the enemy of my enemy is my friend.
“I’ve naturally heard of this matter.”
Kong Xiuren played with his Teacup, speaking calmly.
This attitude made Zhang Haocang extremely doubtful, prompting him to say, “Could it be that Brother Kong isn’t worried at all?”
Since Kong Xiuren knew about this, why was he so relaxed?
Could it be that the other party also had no solution and simply gave up?
Kong Xiuren put down his Teacup, looked at Zhang Haocang, and smiled gently, “Brother Zhang needn’t worry. For this Jade Mansion Grand Competition, I’ve long made sufficient preparations to ensure fair competition among our three Sects.”
“Fair competition?”
Hearing this, a hint of disappointment appeared in Zhang Haocang’s eyes. He shook his head and said, “Yuanyang Sect has sought external aid, how can there be fairness?”
His tone was full of helplessness, mixed with a little envy and jealousy.
Why was Yuanyang Sect so lucky to encounter such an Expert?
And this Expert was even willing to become a worshipper of Yuanyang Sect.
If this had happened to their Xuan Yue Sect, he wouldn’t be so stressed trying to figure out countermeasures, to the point of turning his hair gray.
“Because Elder Meng is participating.”
Kong Xiuren said lightly, “When the Jade Mansion Grand Competition begins, Elder Meng will serve as the Judge and preside over the competition.”
“Elder Meng?”
Hearing this, Zhang Haocang’s face was filled with confusion.
There are countless people surnamed Meng in this world, but those who can be called Elder Meng are rare.
Zhang Haocang thought for a moment, and a figure immediately sprang to mind.
Looking at Kong Xiuren, who was smiling without speaking, his pupils shook, and he exclaimed, “Brother Yun, the Elder Meng you’re talking about, couldn’t it be the former Gold Medal Inspector?!”
“That’s right.” Kong Xiuren nodded in agreement.
“So that’s it…”
Zhang Haocang mumbled, an expression of disbelief on his face.
The so-called Elder Meng was the previous generation’s Inspector who managed their Lingyun Prefecture and several other Prefectures. The Sects in Lingyun Prefecture had a deep impression of Elder Meng.
It can be said that every Sect respected Elder Meng.
Because during his years as Inspector, when dealing with matters involving these Sects, he always emphasized fairness and impartiality. He never favored one side because of its power.
Elder Meng believed that whoever was wrong should admit it. Therefore, the large and small Sects of Lingyun Prefecture deeply respected Elder Meng.
“I have some connections with Elder Meng. Therefore, when I heard that Yuanyang Sect had a new worshipper, I went to invite Elder Meng to preside over this Jade Mansion Grand Competition.”
Kong Xiuren spoke concisely.
Currently, Qu Hanjiang manages their Lingyun Prefecture Son of Heaven’s Mansion, while Elder Meng was already retired and lived secluded.
Although he lost the immense power of the Son of Heaven’s Mansion due to his retirement, Elder Meng, as a former Gold Medal Inspector, was still not to be ignored by other Sects.
Therefore, when Elder Meng agreed to his request, other major powers were happy to owe Elder Meng a favor and willingly let him preside over the Jade Mansion Grand Competition.
“Since Brother Kong has said so, then I’m relieved.”
Zhang Haocang instantly felt the pressure lift from his chest, letting out a sigh of relief.
With Yuanyang Sect’s worshipper, the Xuan Yue Sect and Jade Heng Sect had no hope.
But since Elder Meng would preside, he would certainly ensure fairness and impartiality, at least preventing a Dimensional Strike.
In this way, the three Sects would compete fairly, relying solely on individual ability to vie for spots.
“Brother Zhang, just relax and wait for the Jade Mansion Grand Competition.”
Kong Xiuren patted Zhang Haocang’s shoulder and said lightly.
In the blink of an eye, half a month passed.
On this day, numerous Eagles flew out from within Yuanyang Sect.
On the Eagles, Sect Master Xu Pengyun, Great Elder Zhou Yuanwu, and other Elders looked solemnly at Li Hanzhou ahead and said, “Senior, the Jade Mansion Grand Competition begins today. We can set off.”
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