Indestructible Body Of Vajra Of The Village Leader
Chapter 645 - 0524: The village chief has come to offer protection, everyone step aside (extra - for monthly ticket 31)

Chapter 645: 0524: The village chief has come to offer protection, everyone step aside (extra Chapter for monthly ticket 31)

Golden Dragon roared, and Demon Hawk called out long and loud.

Jiang Dali and Xiao Feng broke out of the siege and rushed straight towards the inner parts of the Forbidden City.

They left behind the white-clothed man and Wang Lianhua, among others, in utter disarray.

This scene was also witnessed by a few players who remained at the Meridian Gate and had not yet been completely cleared out.

It immediately rendered this group of players astonished.

Soon, related pictures and messages were posted by some curious players onto the Jianghu Forum.

Among them, the image of Jiang Dali riding the Demon Hawk straight for the Forbidden City caused a fervent discussion among countless players.

At the same time, the sudden and astonishing turn of events inside the Forbidden City piqued the curiosity and shock of countless players.

They did not understand why, before the battle between Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue had even begun, such a commotion had erupted within the Forbidden City.

As everyone felt perplexed,

a player with the nickname "Unfazed by the Blinding Peaks" took the initiative to stand out.

This player posted on the Jianghu Forum, sharing their experiences and speculations.

"Hello everyone, I am Unfazed by the Blinding Peaks. Like many brothers who attacked Chengtian Gate today, I am a member of Prince Nan’s private army.

I was among the earliest players summoned into Prince Nan’s Mansion, joining shortly after the open beta began.

We all had a good time at Prince Nan’s Mansion.

Unlike soldiers who had to train every day, we lived a life of luxury, our monthly salary was generous, and the Martial Arts we learned were delivered directly to us.

However, from the day we joined Prince Nan’s Mansion, we were bound by a confidentiality agreement.

Because of this agreement, we never disclosed our affiliation with Prince Nan’s private army.

Otherwise, not only would we be stripped of everything, we would face even worse fates such as pursuit and imprisonment.

Just three days ago, we received a mission directly from the steward of Prince Nan’s Mansion, Yun Qianchen.

During the mission, we were arranged in batches to quietly approach the Chengtian Gate of the Outer Imperial City.

The mission required us to ’disappear’ in batches using our innate ability, which meant logging out.

At dusk today, we all logged back in together and launched an assault on the Chengtian Gate.

As long as we could break into the Inner Imperial City, we would receive a very generous reward.

After this mission was complete, the confidentiality agreement would no longer be effective. From then on, we could openly identify ourselves as members of Prince Nan’s private army and even have the chance to attain noble status in Ming Country in the future.

Though we have now completed the mission, I’ve begun to sense something amiss.

Brothers, have you noticed? —— Prince Nan, isn’t this plotting a rebellion?"

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Prince Nan is planning a rebellion!!

After the post by "Unfazed by the Blinding Peaks" went public,

it instantly ignited the gossipy enthusiasm and shock of a massive number of players.

Below the post, in the comments section, various responses sprouted like bamboo after the rain, and numerous speculative theories began to emerge in full swing.

"Prince Nan’s plotting a rebellion, and Black Wind Village Chief is supporting him? Shocking! Can it be that Black Wind Village Chief is going to defy the heavens, take out the Emperor, and support Prince Nan so he can become a prince himself?"

"I was wondering how Black Wind Village Chief suddenly got removed from the Ming Country’s blacklist. It looks like Prince Nan used his influence to clear the wanted notice, then used this opportunity to summon him to Yingtianfu."

"I sense something fishy. Black Wind Village Chief isn’t someone easily commanded. He might not be helping Prince Nan."

"You’re right. Black Wind Village Chief might stab Prince Nan in the back and take the throne for himself."

"WTF? Y’all seem to be predicting the future trajectory here. Is this the start of a new Chapter for the game? Black Wind Village Chief elegantly slays the Emperor with Prince Nan, and the bandit leader transforms into the Emperor?"

In the comments section of the Jianghu Forum, players fully unleashed their creative brainstorming talents.

Among the varying speculations, the theory that Black Wind Village Chief would turn around and overthrow Prince Nan to become Emperor himself was accepted by most.

This made the Black Wind Village and many of the Eight Desolate Disciples inexplicably excited.

About the big picture.

What is the big picture?

If their village chief truly became the Emperor of Ming Country,

Even if that meant defying the entire world,

The big picture would indeed skyrocket.

Their status as underlings would rise along with the tide, becoming prominent followers of the dragon.

Even if the world plunged into chaos afterward, what of it?

They could just follow their village chief to quell the chaos and conquer the world; the more chaos, the better the fun, right?

However, outside the overheating brains of many players, there were also a very few top-tier players with rational clarity about the world’s structure who knew that Black Wind Village Chief could never take the path to becoming an Emperor.

That was because with the Holy Dynasty in place, claiming to be Emperor was a dead-end.

Black Wind Village Chief, a man with rough yet shrewd intelligence,

Could not possibly be unaware of the risks involved.

Prince Nan had the potential to contend for power because he was from the Ming Royal Family and his claim was legitimate.

Even if he rebelled, as long as he secured his position, the Holy Dynasty would not seek to eliminate him.

For an outsider without the blood of the Ming Royal Family, with no legitimate claim and not recognized by the Holy Dynasty, it was impossible to take the throne.

...

At this moment, fierce gales surged in the sky.

After taking another Golden Wind Jade Dew Pill, Jiang Dali regained his peak condition in Qi-Blood and True Qi through cultivation.

Looking down at his tattered clothes and the healing external wounds on his body, aside from a slight itchiness, there were hardly any major problems.

He shook his head slightly and said, "Wang Lianhua’s poison is indeed formidable. Although its potency isn’t as strong as the Bone-dissolving Powder, it ranks among the top poisons in the Martial World. Even I felt endangered by it; had it not been for the Divine Skill protecting my body, I might truly have suffered greatly."

Xiao Feng nodded gravely beside him, "Your opponent’s Mind Control technique is extremely powerful. If it weren’t for your incredibly firm and powerful will, you might have been compromised just now. I thought you would use the Vajra Invulnerability Divine Skill to resist, but I was a step behind in reacting."

Jiang Dali’s eyes flashed as he crossed his arms over his chest, "I’ve revealed too many of my trump cards already. To the enemies, the unknown is the most terrifying. Once trump cards are shown, their deterrent effect diminishes.

Given that I could handle the situation just now, I saw no need to use the Vajra Invulnerability Divine Skill.

Moving forward, we will face even more intense battles and more cunning enemies. Those are the ones I need to give my all against."

"Even more cunning enemies?"

Xiao Feng pondered inwardly, his gaze stretching along the central axis of the Imperial City.

Beneath the twilight moon, an array of majestic palaces neatly lined up before him.

Not far away, heaven-shaking shouts and the imposing presence of killing intent were palpable, surrounded by a large contingent of the Imperial Army, the Fengtian Hall occasionally erupted with two astonishing types of Sword Radiance and Sword Qi.

Xiao Feng’s face turned solemn as he said, "These two, one is elegant and carefree, lonely and supremely proud, while the other is vast and powerful, unceasing and constant; I’m afraid only Lord of White Cloud City Ye Gucheng and Ximen Chuixue could fit this description.

It seems Prince Nan really is relying on Ye Gucheng to make his move, but just Ye Gucheng alone surely cannot succeed. Perhaps our concerns are superfluous."

Jiang Dali frowned, "Maybe it’s not as simple as just one Ye Gucheng.

And among them, there may be only one person who is Ye Gucheng; the other... absolutely cannot be Ximen Chuixue.

Because such unceasing Sword Intent certainly cannot belong to Ximen Chuixue."

Xiao Feng was startled, "If not Ximen Chuixue, who else could be contending with Ye Gucheng at this moment, and also possesses such formidable Sword Dao cultivation?"

Jiang Dali shook his head, "The Great Ming Palace is full of experts, it’s not impossible there’s an even stronger master. If we want to know who he is, we’ll see for ourselves soon enough."

Xiao Feng mused, "Do you actually think the Iron Gall Divine Constable would take action?

Why have you always suspected this person harbors ulterior motives towards the Emperor of Ming?

I’ve observed him to be an upstanding figure exuding integrity, and he also has a well-known reputation for righteousness in the Martial World. How could he..."

Jiang Dali snorted with a hint of laughter, "Brother Xiao, stop judging people by their appearance. You should know some people are experts at masquerading.

What did you think of Murong Fu at first glance? What about Yue Buqun?

And what about the two Beggar Gang Elders, Bai Shijing and Quan Guanqing?"

Xiao Feng was rendered speechless.

"Hahaha..."

Jiang Dali laughed aloud, "It’s true that the countenance reflects the heart, but some people’s hearts appear white on the surface and black on the inside; how can you just judge by appearances?"

On hearing this, Xiao Feng gave a wry smile and shook his head, but inwardly he thought, "I might not know others, but I do know you, Sir; on the surface you appear dark, yet inside you’re light."

Amidst the laughter, a gusting wind filled their ears.

The Demon Hawk soared through the sky.

In no time at all, they arrived before the Fengtian Hall, which was now encircled by many Imperial Army soldiers.

At that moment, the hall was filled with crossing Sword Qi, thunderous and pulsating.

Two great Sword Dao masters seemed to be fiercely clashing within.

The surrounding Imperial Army soldiers encircled but did not attack, as if waiting for the right moment.

Suddenly, with Jiang Dali and Xiao Feng riding on the Demon Hawk, they startled a large number of the Imperial Army.

A multitude of eyes filled with astonishment and resolve fell upon them: Jiang Dali, who exuded an air of powerful presence atop the Demon Hawk, and the solemn Xiao Feng standing beside him.

Instantly, crossbows were turned in their direction, the sharp and cold arrowheads creating an atmosphere thick with the threat of death.

Warnings repeatedly resounded within Jiang Dali’s mind.

"Hmph!"

Jiang Dali’s look was icy and composed, radiating a strong self-confidence and disdain for the world, utterly unmoved by such a display of force.

However, he too found the situation strange.

It was unclear whether the Emperor of Ming was actually inside the Fengtian Hall.

Were these Imperial Army soldiers preparing to annihilate the intruders who breached the palace, or were they in position to protect the Emperor?

"Circle low, I need to warn them!" he ordered the Demon Hawk, before shouting from above like thunder rolling through spring.

"This village chief has been invited by your Emperor of Ming to protect him; if you do not wish to commit treason, then clear the way and do not hinder me from protecting your Emperor."

The commanding officer among the Imperial Army was furious upon hearing this.

What situation was this?

We haven’t spoken yet telling you to get lost.

Yet you, a sole person, are giving us orders, telling us to clear off.

Even if you are here to protect the Emperor, who would dare let you through with such an intimidating posture?

The commander was just about to rebuke.

Suddenly, a commanding and composed voice echoed from within the Fengtian Hall.

"If it is the renowned Black Wind Village Chief and the Hero Xiao known for his righteousness arriving, let them enter.

Today, I, before the face of the Southern King, must personally thank these two meritorious individuals!"

Jiang Dali’s gaze flashed slightly, taken aback.

The Emperor of Ming was actually inside the Fengtian Hall.

And the Southern King was there too.

At that moment, who was the swordsman clashing with Ye Gucheng?

And what gave the Emperor of Ming such strong confidence to allow such a notorious man from Green Forest into the Fengtian Hall during such a sensitive time?

To mention trust would be outright nonsense.

There could only be one explanation: sufficient confidence.

The confidence in knowing that even if he harbored ill intentions, he could still ensure his safety.

At that moment, only one person came to mind for Jiang Dali— the old eunuch.

If the old eunuch was at the Emperor’s side, he’d surely have informed the Emperor about the previous encounter with them.

Therefore.

The Emperor knew he wouldn’t do anything foolish and had no reason to face the threat of the Holy Dynasty with an unwise decision...

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