bullyxtreme Chapter 386 Going to Jinao Island for Help
Chapter 386 Going to Jinao Island for Help
Jiang Ziya walked up to Chi Jingzi, bowed, and said happily, "Thank you, Senior Brother Chi Jingzi, for helping me win three consecutive victories and strengthening the reputation of our Great Zhou."
Chi Jingzi smiled slightly and waved his hand, his expression revealing a bit of unruly and arrogant:
"Brother Ziya, you don't have to be so polite. Those ten celestial monarchs are just some outer disciples of Jiejiao with little luck. It is a blessing and an honor for them to die in my hands. "
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ziya quickly nodded in agreement, his eyes full of admiration:
"Yes, yes, what Senior Brother Chi Jingzi said is absolutely right! With all the senior brothers and sisters helping me, no matter who is sent from the Jiepai Pass, Zi Ya has nothing to fear!"
At this time, Guangchengzi, Cihang Zhenren, and Juliusun gathered around. They either stroked their beards and smiled, or nodded slightly, expressing their admiration for Chijingzi's strength.
Ju Liusun slowly said, "Junior Brother Ziya, now that Wen Zhong sees that the situation is not good, he has hurriedly retreated back to Jiepai Pass. In my opinion, it is better to strike while the iron is hot and send people to continue to challenge him."
"If no one dares to fight at Jiepai Pass, how about gathering a large army and attacking directly through this pass?"
Jiang Ziya frowned when he heard this. After pondering for a moment, he shook his head gently, with a hint of worry in his eyes:
"Brother Juliusun, you may not know that our soldiers have been holding out day and night for the past few days and are already exhausted. Even if we fight again, I'm afraid it will be difficult for us to exert our full strength."
"Furthermore, although Wen Zhong led his army back to the interior of the pass, Jiepai Pass is after all a key defensive position for the Shang Dynasty, and there must be many arrangements and preparations in place."
"If we attack rashly, we might fall into their ambush."
Upon hearing this, Juliusun raised his eyebrows slightly, as if he was a little surprised by Jiang Ziya's caution, but he did not refute immediately. Instead, he turned to look at Guangchengzi and others, wanting to hear their opinions.
Taoist Master Cihang gently held up the Pure Colored Glass Bottle, walked forward slowly, and said:
"What Junior Brother Ziya said makes sense. There are still some very powerful people at the Jiepai Pass, and they should not be underestimated."
"However, if the stalemate continues like this, it will not be a long-term solution. In my opinion, it is better to send someone to investigate the situation inside Jiepai Pass first, and then make a decision."
Chi Jingzi also nodded and agreed, "Junior Sister Cihang is right. Knowing yourself and the enemy, you can fight a hundred battles without danger. We should first understand the enemy's situation, and then make plans."
Jiang Ziya heard this, and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes. He turned around and looked at Guang Chengzi beside him, and asked respectfully:
"I wonder what suggestions do you have, Senior Brother?"
Guang Chengzi frowned, and looked deeply in the direction of Jiepai Pass. After pondering for a moment, he said:
"Brother Ziya, you have thought it through. Just do as you say."
Hearing Guangchengzi's words, Jiang Ziya nodded, then turned and walked to several deputy generals and said bluntly:
"Arrange military supplies and call off the troops."
"Ah? Lord Prime Minister, our army's morale is high, and it's a good time to make a final push and pursue the victory. Why do you suddenly call off the troops?"
Vice Admiral Wang spoke first, his voice carrying a hint of urgency and reluctance, as if he was lamenting the impending loss of the opportunity to fight.
"Yes, Prime Minister, our army has been unstoppable in recent days, and the enemy is on the verge of defeat. If we withdraw our troops now, wouldn't it give them a chance to catch their breath?" Another deputy general echoed.
"My fellow generals, this Prime Minister knows the doubts and resentment in your hearts."
"But you should also know that although our army's morale is high, the soldiers are already exhausted after defending day and night."
"Although the Shang army has suffered several defeats, Jiepai Pass is, after all, a strategic pass of the Shang Dynasty that is easy to defend but difficult to attack. If we forcefully attack now, we may win, but we will also suffer heavy losses."
Deputy General Wang and the others listened to Jiang Ziya's analysis and nodded in agreement. Then, they took the order and left.
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At this time, in the general's mansion at Jiepai Pass, the atmosphere was so heavy that it seemed as if water could drip out, and even the air seemed to be solidified.
In the hall of the mansion, everyone had solemn expressions and remained silent, which echoed the oppressive feeling in the air and caused the air pressure around them to drop by several degrees.
In the center of the hall, there is a huge sand table, which is densely covered with chess pieces representing the armies of both sides.
However, at this moment no one had the mind to study the situation on the sand table, because everyone's eyes were focused on Wen Zhong who was pacing back and forth in the hall.
At this moment, Wen Zhong was pacing back and forth in the hall. His steps were heavy and rapid, and every step seemed to step on everyone's heart.
His brows were furrowed and his eyes flickered with ambiguous emotions.
Huang Gun, who was standing by, felt mixed emotions when he saw Wen Zhong's expression. He knew Wen Zhong's worries and what the breach of Jiepai Pass meant to Da Shang.
Huang Gun couldn't help but say, "Master Wen, you're walking around like this and can't come up with a solution. Why don't you sit down and discuss a countermeasure?"
Wen Zhong stopped walking after hearing this, and turned his gaze to Huang Gun, his mind full of thoughts. After a while, he sighed, slowly sat down, motioned for everyone to sit down as well, and then said:
"During this confrontation with the Zhou army, you should have clearly felt the gap between the two sides. Although my army has the help of fellow Taoists from Jiejiao and Xifangjiao, but..."
At this point, Wen Zhong paused, his eyes became deep, as if he was recalling something. He continued:
"Let's not talk about Guangchengzi and Chijingzi among the Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect for now. Just talking about the strength of Juliusun and Cihang Zhenren, none of you here can compare with them."
Wen Zhong's words made everyone present fall into deep thought. Indeed, although they had never seen Ju Liusun take action, they had seen Cihang Zhenren take action. Since she was able to break Qin Wan's Tian Jue Formation, it was clear that she was very powerful.
Huang Gun saw this and couldn't help but comfort him, "Grandmaster, don't worry too much. Although the Xiqi rebels have the help of the Chan sect, our army is not without a chance of victory."
"As long as we are united and fight together, we may be able to defeat them."
Wen Zhong heard this, shook his head slightly, and said with a wry smile:
“General Huang is right, but the outcome of a battle between cultivators cannot be determined by unity.
Having said this, Wen Zhong paused and continued:
"Therefore, considering the upcoming battle situation, this Grand Master is going to go to our Jiejiao Holy Land, Jin'ao Island, to ask for help."
Wen Zhong's words shocked everyone present. They had never thought that the Xiqi rebels could force Master Wen to such an extent.
"During this period, I will trouble General Huang to take care of all matters at Jiepai Pass."
Huang Gun was a little worried when he heard this, but he also knew that this was the best solution at the moment. He nodded and said seriously:
"Don't worry, Master Wen. As long as I, Old Huang, am still alive, I will never let Jiepai Pass be lost."
Wen Zhong nodded, then looked at the people present and said slowly:
"Everyone, I'm leaving Jiepai Pass in your hands."
Hearing this, everyone stood up and nodded in agreement.
After giving instructions, Wen Zhong rode on the black unicorn and flew towards the Jin'ao Island under the gazes of everyone.