Cyber ​​Daming

Chapter 665: Rebirth

"You all must have known me through other means before, but this is the first time we meet formally, so I'll introduce myself again."

Shen Li sat still, clasped his fists and bowed to everyone: "I am Shen Li from Tianque, greeting all the elders."

Except for Han Yang, the other three could not help but look at each other, their faces looking a little ugly.

Shen Li's words were relatively polite, but his wanton and lazy look seemed like a complete provocation to them, as if he didn't take them, the Mo Xu elders, seriously at all.

"Han Yang, what does this mean?"

Fan Xianjing, whose arms were unusually strong, frowned, and his eyes flashed with suppressed anger as he looked at Han Yang.

"Elder Fan, forgive my stupidity."

Han Yang turned his head to avoid the other party's pressing gaze, and asked with a smile: "I don't understand what you mean."

Fan Xianjing snorted coldly and was about to speak when he heard a loud roar in his ears.

"I really didn't expect you to be this kind of person, Mr. Han. We treat you as a brother, but you are playing tricks on us, right?"

Song Mang's face turned red, and the color merged with his nose.

"It was my fault for barging into the elders' meeting today. It has nothing to do with Elder Han. I would like to apologize to everyone here first."

Shen Li leaned back in his chair, raised his chin slightly, "But, elders, there is no need to be so critical, right? Do you really dislike me so much?"

The deliberately prolonged tone revealed a strong tone, and Song Mang's expression froze and he shut up in dismay.

Although the warrior in front of him was of low rank and not worth mentioning, his identity as 'Tianque' was very important.

Behind him stand a lone Wu Xu San, an old-school Taoist Xu San, a Yin-Yang Xu San, and the ghost horse prince Ming who is very famous in Mo Xu.

Even though Song Mang was the elder in charge of a branch, he did not dare to offend the other party easily.

"Mr. Shen, you are too polite. Ever since you settled in the East Courtyard, we have always wanted to come and visit Master Li Que in person, but we have never had the right opportunity. Being able to meet today can be regarded as the fulfillment of one of our wishes."

Compared with the other two, Tao Tang is obviously more familiar with the ways of the world.

"We Mo Xu and Wu Xu have a deep friendship and have maintained a close relationship for many years. We have fought side by side against foreign enemies many times. Logically, there is nothing we need to hide from you, Mr. Shen."

Tao Tang changed the subject and said in a neither humble nor arrogant manner: "But what we are discussing now are just some trivial family affairs within Moxu. If even this requires Mr. Shen to worry about it, wouldn't it be a bit impolite?"

Fan Xianjing nodded repeatedly: "Elder Tao is right. Mr. Shen, why don't you wait for a while until we finish our family affairs and then come and reminisce with you, how about that?"

"hehe."

A few dry, mocking laughs suddenly rang out.

"Han Yang, what are you laughing at?"

Song Mang looked dissatisfied and glared at him.

Han Yang smiled but his face was not smiling. He said, "I am laughing. This is obviously a matter of life and death for Mo Xu, but in your mouths it has become some insignificant trivialities. Then I really want to ask, what is a big deal in your eyes?"

"Is it face, status, or power?"

Han Yang spoke each word slowly, his eyes sweeping across the three people's gloomy faces.

"Elder Han, having someone to lean on is an enviable thing, but no matter who backs you up, there are some things you can't say casually."

Tao Tang's low voice had just come out when Han Yang interrupted him directly: "I'm not interested in putting accusations on you, but your words and actions are not even a bit like what Mo Xu should be like."

Within Mo Xu, East Court Elder Han Yang is famous for his good temper.

But at this moment, his round face without any edges was covered with frost, without any trace of the softness of the past.

"Don't blame me, Han Yang, for breaking the rules in your heart. You should have known about Tianque's promise to protect my East Courtyard a long time ago. You also know what I want to say when I propose a meeting this time."

"Everyone knows what you are plotting behind your attitude and words. I am just reminding you to think carefully about those Mo Xu juniors in your respective branches. What is more important than their lives?"

"After three days of absence, one should be impressed by others. I, Fan Xianjing, have taken to heart the lesson given by Elder Han today. Unfortunately, I am blind and cannot see anything other than the small piece of land in the South Courtyard. I will not disturb you here any more. Goodbye!"

Fan Xianjing waved his sleeves and was about to disconnect the projection.

"It seems that the South Courtyard is indeed a good place with outstanding people and beautiful scenery. Otherwise, how could Elder Fan be so confident?"

Fan Xianjing's figure, which was about to fade away, suddenly solidified, and his cold eyes looked straight at Shen Li.

"I remember Master Ma mentioned to me before that he had stayed in the Minggui Realm of the South Courtyard for a long time, and had many brothers who had died with him. He had always wanted to find a chance to go back and visit them."

Shen Li narrowed his eyes and smiled, "It just so happens that he is in Huangliang right now. Not long ago, he complained to me about being bored. How about this, I ask Zou Sijiu to go with him to take a look around your South Courtyard?"

"Shen Li, are you threatening me? The merger is the business of the four academies. There is no room for you Tianque to interfere!"

Fan Xianjing was furious and suddenly turned to look at Tao Tang and Song Mang, as if wanting to get their support.

But Tao Tang didn't even look at him. Song Mang met his gaze, but it was strange, as if he was looking at a fool.

"How dare these two bastards cheat me?!"

When Fan Xianjing saw this, he immediately understood and cursed in his heart.

In fact, before this meeting, he, Tao Tang, and Song Mang had already discussed it in advance, and had anticipated the possibility that Tianque might come out to support Han Yang, and agreed to advance and retreat together.

Even if he couldn't stop the merger, he had to at least get enough benefits for the three companies, so Fan Xianjing had the confidence to confront Shen Li.

The previous progress was exactly as the three had expected, and Tao Tang and Song Mang's concerted efforts also created just the right atmosphere.

The final fallout was left to Fan Xianjing, precisely because Lord Ma, who now had a close relationship with Tianque, had stayed in the Minggui Realm of the South Courtyard for many years. Even if Shen Li was dissatisfied, he would at least have some reservations.

But now it seems that Lord Ma has no intention of favoring the South Courtyard at all. Instead, he stands firmly on the side of Tianque.

"Elder Fan, you should go back first. It's a good time to pack up and prepare to welcome Master Ma and Zou Sijiu. These two are both very proud and have bad tempers. If they feel that you have neglected them, it will easily lead to some unnecessary misunderstandings."

Shen Li's contemptuous look made Fan Xianjing feel uneasy. He said nothing, but the projection did not dare to show any sign of disappearing.

"Mr. Shen, please don't be offended. Elder Fan just spoke his mind at the time. He has no other intentions, and he will not be disrespectful to Tianque."

Unexpectedly, the person who spoke up to smooth things over was Song Mang.

That bright smiling face no longer had the irritable look from before, which made Fan Xianjing's mouth twitch repeatedly and the annoyance in his eyes grow deeper.

They were all experienced veterans, but Fan Xianjing found it hard to accept that he was so foolish as to act like a rookie.

"I understand. In fact, I didn't come to meet you this time to interfere in Mo Xu's family affairs. We at Tianque still have some sense of propriety."

Shen Li smiled and said, "We just hope to put aside the past grudges with the entire Moxu, reconcile, and for the Wu and Mo families to join hands again to fight against powerful enemies. As for whether or not your four academies will merge, and how you will merge, that is your business and has nothing to do with Tianque."

He kept saying it was irrelevant, but every word he said was a reminder to several people.

Only when the four academies merge can they be considered Mo Xu and be qualified to cooperate with Tianque.

Anyone who dares to block Tianque's "hope" will become a "powerful enemy" that needs to be dealt with.

Having said that, there is no point in saying anything else.

The choice before Tao Tang and others is either to merge with the East Court as the main force, or to wait for Tianque to come to them.

"Mr. Shen is right. Mo Wu's cooperation is something we have been looking forward to for a long time."

Tao Tang spoke first: "I agree with the merger of the four academies, but regarding the selection of the person in charge after the merger, I have an immature suggestion, which needs to be discussed with you all."

"Who?" Song Mang asked. "Lord Horse."

Tao Tang explained: "Lord Ma has a very high seniority and reputation in the Minggui Realm. If he is in charge, the Rangers will not have any objections. Moreover, he and Lord Li Que have a close relationship. One person and one armor are the model of cooperation between Mo and Wu."

"I agree. Besides, Lord Ma's contribution in the matter of the Central Court is obvious to all. His leading role can also ease the conflict between the rangers and the craftsmen."

Song Mang said with lingering fear: "Things like the Central Courtyard must never happen again."

"agree."

Fan Xianjing followed suit and expressed his opinion, so Han Yang naturally would not refuse.

As long as the East Court is the main force, it doesn't matter who takes charge.

At this moment, Han Yang was extremely glad that he had made a decision back then, which was to accept Zhao Qingxia as his last disciple.

"Since everyone agrees to join together, then there should be no more hesitation. The land will remain and the people will die, but the people will remain."

The debate in the room about the details of the merger lasted for a long time, but Shen Li had no intention of listening. He supported his forehead with one hand, feeling drowsy.

It was not until Han Yang came closer and called his name that Shen Li slowly opened his tired eyes.

The projections of the others had dissipated, leaving only Han Yang standing respectfully.

"Mr. Shen, thank you very much this time."

"You and Tao Tang from the West Courtyard also helped us send a lot of lone seedlings to the foreign land. We are just helping each other. There is no need to thank us."

Shen Li waved his hand indifferently, signaling Han Yang to leave first.

Seeing that he had no interest in chatting with him, Han Yang bowed and tactfully left the secret room.

In the dimly lit room, Shen Li sat motionless in a chair, his eyes empty and blank, not knowing what he was thinking.

呲!
Suddenly a spark appeared in the darkness. It was a lit cigarette, illuminating Zou Sijiu's profile.

He handed one to Shen Li and whispered, "Like the one Jiang Wei gave to Yi Huang and the others, would you like one?"

Shen Li took it silently, and after lighting it, he did not bring it to his mouth. Instead, he held it in his palm and stared at the flickering fire.

"Jiang Wei single-handedly picked four soldiers of the same rank, and did not allow anyone to disturb the sleep of the people in Tianque. He is a real man."

Shen Li didn't say a word. The curling white smoke fell between his eyebrows. Even though his eyes were red and stinging from the smoke, he remained motionless.

Zou Sijiu sighed when he saw this. He knew very well what impact Jiang Wei's death had on Shen Li.

A once unruly warrior, a man who believed in being indifferent to life and death and would fight to the death if he refused to obey, has become as taciturn as he is now. He is filled with not only grief but also self-blame.

He blamed himself for being powerless and unable to save his brother.

He blamed himself for his sword being weak and unable to chop off his enemy's head.

The former Tianque, now only Shen Li is left.

Zou Sijiu wanted to comfort him, but he really didn't know how to express it or what to say.

"Are you going to Mount Longhu?"

It was Shen Li who spoke, his voice was particularly hoarse and low.

"Well, Lao Li hopes you can join us, just like before."

"Forget it, I won't drag you down anymore."

"Old Li said that he would kill a lot of people this time, which might help you get promoted quickly."

"That's Jun's path. It's not suitable for me, and I can't follow it."

"Are you really determined to do that?"

Zou Sijiu shouted in a deep voice: "That is just a technique that Zhao Qingxia conceived based on Chen Qisheng's experience. It is still just a prototype. Even he himself can't tell how likely it is to succeed. If anything goes wrong, you may never wake up. Do you know that?!"

"Master Zou."

Shen Li said softly: "I used to think that I was also a child of destiny, the protagonist of the martial order, so I couldn't tolerate any sand in my eyes, and I didn't think that anyone was an insurmountable mountain that was qualified to block my eyes. Even if the martial order of the sect declines, as long as I am given enough time, I can turn the tide."

"But it was not until I followed you across mountains and across seas that I realized I was just a fish in a pond and a bird in a cage. Even being a supporting role was a stretch."

Shen Li raised a faint smile: "Now except for me, everyone else in Tianque has been killed. I also understand that what I lack is not time, but nothing, except my life."

The cigarette held in the palm of his hand was brought to the corner of his mouth, the fire was bright and the smoke was rising.

It enters the lungs and also the heart.

"Master Zou, please help me again. I don't want to stay at the bottom of the well anymore and be a self-righteous frog in the well."

As two dragons of smoke spewed out of his nose, Shen Li seemed to lose his breath. A deep feeling of tiredness surged into his heart. The darkness in the room was like a spreading tide, gradually engulfing his sight.

"Sorry to bother you, Master Zou"

Shen Li used up his last bit of strength to sit up straight and closed his eyes heavily.

"Boss, wake up quickly, Ruxu's grandson has been captured by the brothers."

"Okay! If I don't castrate him today and get rid of this evil for the people, I won't be called Shen Li!"

Shen Li suddenly opened his eyes, and the scorching sun of Tianjin in midsummer pierced into his eyes, making him feel dazed.

He felt like he had had a very long dream.

Although he couldn't remember what happened exactly, he remembered that he was very unhappy in his dream.

"Fuck him."

Shen Li cursed, put everything behind him, jumped out of the bed, and strode out.

I am Shen Li from Tianjin. How could I ever be unhappy?

"With the dream master rule of [Eternal Control of the Loess], you don't have to worry about the stability of the dream. But the situations of Shen Li and Chen Qisheng at that time were still very different. Shen Li didn't have so many Wudang heroes to take care of him."

Zou Sijiu frowned, looked at Zhao Qingxia nervously and asked, "Are you sure this technique will work?"

At this moment, people were coming and going in the secret room, and a large number of strange-shaped ghost-explanation devices that he could not understand were placed around Shen Li.

"The situation is different, but Brother Shen is now walking on his own, and he doesn't need to accept inheritance like Brother Chen. Moreover, we have prepared enough injectors. As long as he completes the ritual in his dream, the outside world can immediately inject the matching martial arts."

"What if it can't be completed?"

Zhao Qingxia was silent for a long time, and finally said slowly: "We know this is a dream, but for Brother Shen, this is a rebirth. If you move forward, you will live, if you retreat, you will die. There is no third possibility."

"They are all fucking bastards. Do they really need to be so cruel to themselves?"

Zou Sijiu took a deep look at Shen Li who was sitting upright in the chair, cursed him viciously, and turned away.

A moment later, a huge bird rose from the mountains and flew towards the southeast.

Above Moqijing's head, a burly figure wrapped in a black robe sat cross-legged.

In the shadows beneath the hood, spots of scarlet light flickered.

(End of this chapter)