After Sheng Jun Chapter 55 (Part 2)
Translated by Sylver (ko-fi)
Chapter 55 Going All Out to Lay Low (part 2)
He stared at the transmission stone, half angry, half showing off, declaring with full confidence, "Xingzhi and I are already planning to become dao companions. Do I still need to cling?"
"........" The other side was quiet for a few moments.
Clearly he hadn't expected that in just a few days, Zhong Ming was no longer the "Ah Zuo under Wu."
But Su You couldn't stand this person's smug expression and quickly seized on the loophole in his words to counterattack. "Planning to become dao companions - so you haven't become dao companions yet. What's there to be so proud of?"
Zhong Ming: "Still, I'm the closest person to Xingzhi, which some outsiders can't experience."
The topic gradually shifted from "the war between two realms" inexplicably to "becoming dao companions," and there were even signs of an argument brewing.
Jiang Xingzhi hadn't slept well last night and was getting a buzzing headache from the arguing. He couldn't bear it anymore, pulled Zhong Ming's hand over, placed the transmission stone in his palm with a pat.
Zhong Ming stopped arguing and turned his head: ?
Jiang Xingzhi: "With the transmission stone in my hand, it somewhat interferes with your performance."
Zhong Ming: "......"
Su You: "......"
"No interference, no interference. What's there to say to him?" Zhong Ming quickly cut off the transmission, not caring what reaction the other side had to being hung up on. He reached out to embrace Jiang Xingzhi soothingly. "I only care about Deng Deng."
The man in front of him changed expressions faster than the weather. Jiang Xingzhi was used to it and put away the transmission stone without investigating further.
He leaned against Zhong Ming's shoulder, looking at the distant sky. "Su You's side is unreasonable. We can only work from the other side."
Actually, several days ago, the major sects had already sent him transmissions requesting his intervention in the war between the two realms. But Jiang Xingzhi had promised Su You not to get involved and didn't know how to intervene, so he used "awaiting divine guidance" as an excuse to decline.
Now it seemed time to reply.
"What's your plan?" Zhong Ming asked.
Jiang Xingzhi said, "The source of the war between the two realms isn't so much the Demon Realm as that Venerable. According to Su You, that Venerable has fled and has accomplices, hiding somewhere unknown. Su You isn't unreasonable. He probably can't find the person, and with the Demon Realm suffering innocently, that's why he declared war on the entire Human Realm."
Hearing this, Zhong Ming was displeased. "Are you speaking well of that demon?"
Jiang Xingzhi saw through him. "I'm not speaking well of him, but I think you're speaking ill of him."
"......" A hand touched his head again as Zhong Ming guiltily stroked his fur. "Continue."
Jiang Xingzhi let him stroke his fur. "Since ancient times, the secret to unity is finding a common enemy - we proactively help him catch the person. I won't say it can completely solve the problem, but at least it will have some effect."
Zhong Ming stroked his fur but couldn't resist taking another jab at Su You. "If it has no effect, then he's being unreasonable."
Jiang Xingzhi: "......"
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The replies to the major sects were quickly sent back.
- In two days, a Divine Oracle Assembly would be convened. Divine Lamp Daren would bring heaven's decree.
The Divine Oracle Assembly was a major event for the Human Realm with many invited sects.
Jiang Xingzhi was worried about not having a place to hold the Divine Oracle Assembly when You Suqing took the initiative to suggest that his newly established sect hadn't built many structures yet, so the space was large and could accommodate however many people in one go.
Jiang Xingzhi was delighted. "That sounds great." It would also help promote the Xuantian Sword Sect.
Everything was arranged perfectly, except that when it came time to leave two days later, Zhong Ming started his little tricks again.
In Zhong Ming's room.
Jiang Xingzhi was tugging at the other's outer robe, making as if to strip it off. Zhong Ming clutched the couple's outfit tightly. "This outfit looks so good. Why can't I wear it?"
He had the nerve to ask why? Jiang Xingzhi stared at him. "Are you trying to expose your identity faster?"
Zhong Ming immediately became sensitive: What identity? What exposure?
After a moment, he understood: Oh, the identity of Kunlun's lord... That was nothing.
But seeing Jiang Xingzhi's increasingly sharp gaze, Su You's somewhat mocking phrase "haven't become dao companions yet" suddenly jumped back into his mind.
Zhong Ming became alert, then reluctantly changed out of the couple's outfit. "Fine."
After much fuss.
The two arrived at Xuantian Sword Sect right on time.
People from various sects had already arrived. The main seats on the platform were empty, obviously reserved for Jiang Xingzhi and Zhong Ming.
"Divine Lamp Daren, Lamp Holder Daren." Everyone greeted them in unison.
Jiang Xingzhi waved his hand and stepped up to the main seat.
Zhong Ming was expressionless - not being able to show off the couple's outfit in front of everyone made him lose interest in this "Divine Oracle Assembly." His cold, handsome features appeared even more imposing than usual.
Seeing this, everyone thought to themselves: So serious, the situation must not be optimistic.
After everyone was seated, the Divine Oracle Assembly officially began.
Jiang Xingzhi adjusted his transparency to a quite divine state, his whole person glowing brilliantly as he proclaimed the oracle in an ethereal voice:
"By Heaven's mandate, this Lamp declares: All three realms should unite as one to capture 'Venerable Fanjin' Yu Wengong, the troublemaker who started the conflict between the two realms, and deliver him to the Demon Realm for disposal."
"Do not arbitrarily expand conflicts with the Demon Realm. Heaven's decree is one word: 'Harmony.'"
At these words, there was an uproar below.
The meaning of this oracle was clearly to no longer oppose the Demon Realm, but rather to help them catch the person.
The people present had different positions: some immediately agreed, some pondered privately, and others strongly opposed, believing that seeking peace would damage the Human Realm's dignity.
Jiang Xingzhi sat in the main seat with his fingers interlaced, giving them enough time to weigh their options.
Beside him, Zhong Ming swept his gaze over those who were jumping around most enthusiastically in opposition - he didn't care. He wished the resolution progress would be even slower. If they didn't cooperate, so be it. If they loved fighting so much, they could go fight by themselves!
This would give him more time to be in love with Deng Deng.
After the commotion below, Jiang Xingzhi was about to appeal to emotion and reason when he heard Zhong Ming beside him say coolly, "No coercion."
The noisy arguments below quieted.
They saw the man with a cold expression in the main seat adopt an attitude of indifference, as if their choice to stay or go was up to them. "If unwilling, then go fight."
Jiang Xingzhi: "......"
What was Xu Jian doing? Had he come to oppose him?
He was about to transmit a question to Zhong Ming when he saw the few people who had been jumping around most fiercely slowly sit down, their excited expressions turning uncertain...
After their initial fervor passed, the few people carefully considered Zhong Ming's attitude: Was Lamp Holder Daren serious about this, or was he warning them? Warning them that if they insisted on their own way, they could try to see what the consequences would be.
Human nature is to seek benefit and avoid harm, to band together for warmth. Though they advocated war, they advocated group warfare. Having them fight alone would be self-destructive.
In a moment, the few exchanged several glances.
Then they respectfully stood up. "We were too excited. We're willing to listen carefully to what Divine Lamp Daren and Lamp Holder Daren have to say."
Jiang Xingzhi: "......"
He turned to transmit praise to Zhong Ming. "Ah Zuo is still the most capable, understanding how to manipulate people's hearts."
Zhong Ming's finger trembled. "......" Manipulate my ass!
He never expected that one sentence would have the opposite effect, accidentally accelerating the progress!
Zhong Ming gritted his teeth in secret resentment: What's wrong with these people? Don't they know how to stick to their convictions?
But Jiang Xingzhi beside him was looking at him with relief. He could only slowly pull out a caring smile. "I'm happy to share Deng Deng's burdens."
Jiang Xingzhi looked at him sweetly. "Mwah~"
Zhong Ming's indignant heart immediately began to flutter.
...
Now everyone finally became united, deciding to jointly capture "Venerable Fanjin." They immediately began brainstorming on the spot, with various plans emerging endlessly.
Just as the discussion was heating up, Chu Yun, the sect leader of Haosheng Sect, suddenly stood up. "Actually, we don't need to go to such great lengths. There's a most convenient solution."
Seeing his knowing expression, Jiang Xingzhi became interested. "Oh? What brilliant insight does Sect Master Chu have!"
Chu Yun swept his wide sleeves. "Prepare generous payment and go directly to Kunlun Divine Lord!"
Jiang Xingzhi, Zhong Ming: "......"
Great, after coming out this once, they kicked the ball back to them again.
How clever of you.
Jiang Xingzhi recomposed his expression and waved for him to sit down. "Good idea. I suggest we handle it from both ends. Prepare ourselves on one hand, and on the other, prepare generous payment to request Kunlun Divine Lord's assistance!"
Zhong Ming just looked at him: You're quite clever too.
The general plan was decided, and the "Divine Oracle Assembly" was about ready to adjourn. Everyone stood up to bid farewell to Jiang Xingzhi and Zhong Ming.
Jiang Xingzhi stood before the main seat watching everyone leave, their figures departing in twos and threes from the assembly hall. You Suqing, as the host, went to see off the guests, leaving only Jiang Xingzhi and his companion in the hall.
"Unity is strength. It looks like Yu Wengong will be captured soon."
Seeing everyone leave, Jiang Xingzhi said happily to Zhong Ming, "Ah Zuo, once we quickly resolve the conflict between the two realms, we can also form a contract!"
Contract. Zhong Ming's heart began to thump like the pendulum of a countdown to the good life. He softly hummed in acknowledgment, looking toward where everyone had departed.
After Jiang Xingzhi finished speaking and only got an "mm," he immediately turned to look at the other person. "Ah Zuo?"
Looking, he saw raging flames seemingly burning in the other's dark pupils, even more fierce and vigorous than the hell karma fire he had seen when descending to the lower realms.
Jiang Xingzhi was startled: Such, such enthusiasm.
When Xu Jian had opposed him earlier, he had momentarily thought the other wanted to deliberately delay time. It seemed he had misunderstood.
"Ah Zuo, what are you thinking about?"
Zhong Ming's eyelashes drooped, concealing the cold gaze deep within the raging flames. When he looked at Jiang Xingzhi, his expression became tender as water again. He drew the person beside him into his embrace, his large palm gently patting.
"Thinking about where that person is hiding. Also thinking about our future."
Oh, future~ Jiang Xingzhi buried himself in his embrace. "Then think carefully."
"Alright." Zhong Ming lowered his head to kiss him once, then raised his head to look toward some unknown distant point, his eyes revealing murderous intent.
–That Yu Wengong, you better hide well. Don't destroy the Demon Realm and then come destroy their world of two.