Chapter 1180 - 395: The Divide Between Immortal and Mortal (Ten-Thousand-Word Major - )_6

Chapter 1180: Chapter 395: The Divide Between Immortal and Mortal (Ten-Thousand-Word Major Chapter)_6

Ouyang Jingyuan thanked: "Taoist Xuanxiao Zi’s compassion is a blessing for all people."

The current surrounding areas of the Great Han Dynasty are not peaceful.

Apart from the longstanding affliction of the Buddhist Sect at the Great Void Temple in the Southern Wilderness, recently, there have been sporadic disturbances by great demons near the borders of the Great Han Dynasty.

In such circumstances, Ouyang Jingyuan naturally wanted to understand the thoughts of the Tang Imperial Dynasty, the Tang Court, and the Celestial Master Mansion at Dragon Tiger Mountain.

Fortunately, Celestial Master Lei did not have any intention of taking advantage of the situation.

"I heard that there are ancient anomalies wandering the border of the Great Han Dynasty?" Lei Jun asked.

Ouyang Jingyuan replied: "Indeed, but this demon has already been slain by our Crown Prince."

Lei Jun nodded slightly, "Master Xiang employs remarkable methods."

In the Tang Dynasty Human Realm, they also receive related information about the Great Ming Dynasty from time to time.

However, many messages have doubtful accuracy, and the timeliness is often not sufficient.

Lei Jun previously heard about the ancient anomaly’s bloodline lingering over the Han people’s world.

Its power is comparable to that of a human cultivator in the Ninth Heavenly Layer realm, not to be underestimated, leaving barren lands in its wake.

Now, upon hearing Ouyang Jingyuan’s introduction, he realized that the Han Crown Prince, Xiang Jing, personally led an expedition and successfully slew the anomaly, curbing the demon’s arrogance.

Even with the Emperor’s Technique enhancing him, the Han Crown Prince’s cultivation and strength are evident.

Yet, it simultaneously indicates that the Great Han Dynasty is currently in a state of two dragons vying for supremacy.

Ouyang Jingyuan, as the Crown Prince’s mentor, has supported Crown Prince Xiang Jing within the Great Han Dynasty for many years.

However, in front of Lei Jun, he wouldn’t further discuss the rivalry between the Han Emperor and the Crown Prince.

Ouyang Jingyuan was more focused on the Tang Imperial Dynasty’s details about the Mortal Tao Country, Yintuo Mountain in the Netherworld, and the past chaos caused by the alliance of the Mount Sumeru Vajra Division and the Solitary Eagle Khanate.

Accordingly, he brought up the Sumeru Treasure Department in the world of the Han people.

The currently well-known masters of the Sumeru Treasure Department in the world of the Han people, aside from the previous flash appearance of the Treasure Sect Master Vanda Tuo, the most active is a Master in the Hand Seal Lineage who has achieved the Dharma Body Realm of the Ninth Heavenly Layer in the Buddhist Sect.

But aside from that, including Ouyang Jingyuan, a few Han ministers suspect that the Treasure Department houses other experts.

Perhaps some are in the Vajra Temple of the Great Han, or within Sumi.

"If all five sections of the Mount Sumeru Vajra World have such abundance of high monks, then their strength is indeed formidable." Ouyang Jingyuan pondered, "Besides possibly harvesting from the five mortal regions, is there something more in Sumi..."

Lei Jun nodded slightly.

Ouyang Jingyuan: "I have another matter to inform you... Xiao Jing, the Xiao Clan Master of Great Unity, along with a few clan members, did not resettle at the Xiao Clan outside Longwai. Their current whereabouts are unknown."

Lei Jun: "Thank you for informing me, Master."

Ouyang Jingyuan continued: "Furthermore, in recent years within the Great Han’s lands, there has been the emergence of another Taoist talisman sect lineage called Yellow Sky Sect, which operates mysteriously, concealing from many. They have received some assistance from other famous sects, but the specifics are unclear."

Lei Jun’s expression remained unchanged: "This Yellow Sky Sect likely fled from the Tang Imperial Dynasty to the Great Han Dynasty. The world’s connections are indeed unpredictable."

While agreeing with Lei Jun, Ouyang Jingyuan also observed him.

Seeing that Lei Jun had no intention of venturing into the world of the Han people to investigate the Yellow Sky Sect, Ouyang Jingyuan was first pleased.

But this young Taoist’s thoughts were truly enigmatic, leaving Ouyang Jingyuan uneasy.

Even after descending the mountain and departing, the Han Crown Prince’s mentor was still pondering the thoughts of the Tang Celestial Master.

Lei Jun later also descended Dragon Tiger Mountain.

He publicly accepted a decree to visit the Imperial Capital Luoyang and meet the sovereign.

This time meeting Empress Zhang Wantong, she no longer wore the expression of fishing alone for eternity while turning her back on the world.

Zhang Wantong, while reviewing memorials, asked, "What does Advisor Sun say about the affairs of the Southern Wilderness Witchcraft Sect and Yintuo Mountain? Thunder Advisor Lei, what is your specific thought?"

Sun Mingjing reported the relevant information to the Empress. Lei Jun was neither surprised nor disinclined, mainly because this is one of the communication channels, and secondly, many plans need implementation and cannot do without the Tang Imperial Dynasty’s involvement from court to local governance.

"The changing times impact not just the prestigious families but mostly the ordinary people," Lei Jun said.

Zhang Wantong put aside the memorial in front of her: "What Thunder Advisor Lei said is correct. Proceed boldly."

Lei Jun gazed at the Tang Empress before him.

Her various measures were quite unusual, nearly making Lei Jun suspect she came from another world like him, sharing the same experiences, hence coming here.

Yet, intrinsically, there were significant differences between them.

Lei Jun intuitively felt that she was ultimately different from him.

His mind swiftly turning over thoughts, he suddenly spoke: "Your Majesty... How do you view the previous Emperor?"

Such a question can be considered rather rude.

It completely contradicted Lei Jun’s past behavior, making Empress Zhang Wantong rarely show a surprised expression as she looked at Lei Jun.

However, her expression quickly returned to normal, not avoiding the question, but answering Lei Jun casually:

"Acceptable."

The reply was brief but clear in attitude.

Yet the specific wording wasn’t particularly polite. If spread, it might stir great waves in the Tang Imperial Dynasty.

Lei Jun calmly met the gaze of the Tang Celestial Master who had lost prestige in recent years, while the thought that surfaced in his mind was:

It’s clear now...

Empress Zhang Wantong was actually closer with her nephew Zhang Hui or rather, she admired Zhang Hui, having an ordinary relationship with her brother Zhang Qilong. ℯℯ𝑙.

She indeed loves for house and beyond.

But not due to her brother aiding her nephew.

Rather, due to Zhang Hui, she cared about his father.

No wonder Empress Zhang Wantong, though talented early on, seldom had accomplishments or specific measures assisting her brother, until the chaos in the Western Regions when Zhang Qilong was in danger that she came to aid...

This was indeed unexpected for Lei Jun.

Because when the previous Emperor Zhang Qilong passed away, Crown Prince Zhang Hui was not yet ten years old.

Was it because the precocious Crown Prince showed traits that his aunt Zhang Wantong admired since childhood?

Apparently, it was not due to an affinity for ascension skills, but... not coveting power or the throne?

Conversely, as for Empress Zhang Wantong, why does she act this way?

Lei Jun’s mind raced with many thoughts, but his face remained normal as he changed the subject:

"I wonder if Your Majesty’s health, previously afflict, is now recovered?"

The Empress already took another memorial to review: "No major issue now, just the injury took some time to tend."

Upon hearing this, a thought flashed in Lei Jun’s mind, and he softly asked: "Is Your Majesty preparing to push open the portal to the Immortal Realm?"

Ascension.

The Tang Dynasty Human Realm hasn’t seen a person reaching the Immortal Realm for many years.

The boundary between mortal and immortal is even more formidable than any other Heavenly Chasm Tribulations.

But as the current era arrives with the surge of Heavenly and Earthly Spiritual Qi, with Creation constantly changing, various opportunities arise, under the tide, the once-sealed portal between mortal and immortal also begins to loosen.

This is not speculation but a sensed reality by top masters of the Tang Dynasty, including Lei Jun, Xu Yuanzhen, Tang Xiaotang, and the present Zhang Wantong.

Of course, sensing it differs from truly pushing the portal open.

In fact, Lei Jun is certain that other mortal realms also have people striving for this.

Among them, some may have already worked hard for a long time.

Recent news suggests that in the realm of the Song people, or rather the other races, the Khan King of the Golden Khanate has been quiet for a long time after subduing the Great Song Dynasty, apart from occasionally deterring the two Great Khans, Gray Wolf and Bailu.

In the realm of the Han people, the relationship between the Han Emperor and the Han Crown Prince also seems peculiar...

The Nine Heavens and Ten Lands are shrouded in mystery.

In the realm of the Tang people, Empress Zhang Wantong is undoubtedly the person at the forefront.

"The accumulation is sufficient now."

Empress Zhang Wantong replied casually: "But without full confidence in overcoming tribulations, more preparation is needed."

Lei Jun pondered.

Her accumulation is probably indeed enough.

What else is she preparing for?