Chapter 119 - 118 Divine Power Li Jing

Chapter 119: Chapter 118 Divine Power Li Jing Li Jing had his own thoughts, but he was honest, so he cast his vote five times and obtained the Five Holy Grails. In these times, there’s no distinction between hegemony and kingly way; the lords are simply competing with fists. However, reducing karma by prospering the Primordial is in line with the Heavenly Dao, and Saint Taiqing understood this. He sensed Li Jing’s inquiry. He gave some hints to this junior he admired. As for Li Jing’s thoughts, he understood them clearly without even looking, having one’s own ideas is fine, but one must heed advice. Old Li was a person who listened to advice, casting from the Three Holy Grails to the Five Holy Grails. Then he paid respects again and decisively convened a high-level meeting. Old Li sat at the head, with civil and military officials seated on the left and right. He did not utter grand words, directly saying: "The continual war between Zhou and Shang has left the common people struggling. I observe the distant battlefield is filled with overwhelming resentment, if the fighting goes on, it may turn into barren land, so I wish to mediate peace." Hearing this, the civil and military officials truly admired him. It would be better if both Shang and Zhou defeated each other, wouldn’t that create an opportunity for the Old Li family? Yet, willing to intervene for the common folk to end the war, though it seemed somewhat saintly, was indeed admirable. Not one opposed; whatever you say, King Li, we’ll follow your lead! Li Jing didn’t directly send troops but instead sent a petition to his daughter-in-law, following proper procedure. King Ji, upon seeing it, was somewhat puzzled yet respected his father-in-law’s decision, not just because he was Nezha’s father, but also because he had heard from Nezha that Old Li was a man favored by the heavens. If you wish to do it, then go ahead. Whether those two families fight or not doesn’t concern us much. Having completed the procedures, Old Li immediately selected troops, leading fifty thousand soldiers straight towards the battlefield, while also employing the art of battle arrays. Li Jing’s mana was not abundant, and bonding array patterns could only enhance fifty thousand soldiers, but with his prestige, those fifty thousand were the elite of Nantang, always contending for each spot fiercely. The soldiers entered the army with fervent worship for Li Jing, for he loved his soldiers as if they were his own children, sharing meals and lodging with them. The will of the fifty thousand was completely at Li Jing’s disposal, each having ten parts of strength but exerting twelve. Li Jing transformed his own will into the will of the army, then invoked the authority of the Nine Heavens Thunder God. Though Nezha was outside the Primordial, he still felt the fluctuation of the divine seal within him and decisively offered full support. In the heavens, all members of the Thunder Department resounded in resonance. Golden Light and Yang Chan fully mobilized their authority to feedback to Old Li. It was Old Li’s first time using this battle array technique with full force. He felt his consciousness elevating infinitely, then ascending straight into the nine heavens to see numerous Thunder Department Gods nodding and smiling at him. Afterwards, he descended back, as golden and azure spirit light began to gather, finally forming a colossal Dharma Form above the fifty thousand soldiers. The Dharma Form bore an eighty percent resemblance to Li Jing, holding a golden pagoda mightily, with another hand pointing to the nine heavens. In an instant, the heavens and nine heavens rumbled with thunder, illuminating the sky which had been darkened by the resentment of the Shang-Zhou war. The soldiers, witnessing such power, roared: Mighty! Mighty! Mighty! The Shang and Zhou, caught in the heat of battle, were left bewildered. From their perspective, it was as if from afar came galloping warhorses, accompanied by the thunderous sound echoing through the nine heavens, a gigantic Li Jing Dharma Form approaching the battlefield with boundless might. Old Li, with the Dharma Form, stopped directly at the battlefield, at his thought, the Dharma Form let out a thunder-like roar that reverberated throughout heaven and earth, with soundwaves sweeping across the field. The sky burst with thunder, seemingly resonating with Li Jing. The colossal soundwave rolled over the entire battlefield, causing those below the realm of immortals to feel a tremor throughout their bodies, collapsing directly. Those above immortals immediately employed various methods to protect their divine souls. The lowly villains felt their divine souls tremble, as if about to leave their bodies. As for the heavily sinful Asuras, regardless of their cultivation when they heard the thunderous roar, it was as if their divine souls were struck by lightning, those below immortals were directly shaken to death. Those above immortals suffered dizziness at best, or severe divine soul injuries at worst. Even An Tuo Jia was hard-controlled for three seconds. This single roar dispersed all tribulation energy in the sky. Though the energy gathered again as the sound dissipated, everyone inexplicably felt a sense of relief. The battlefield was calm for a moment as the leaders of each side emerged. Jiang Ziya, present on the battlefield, was not a sinner, merely physically dazed for a long time by the thunderous voice due to his low cultivation. On the West Zhou side, he led followed by several Chan Sect immortals and various third-generation disciples. The Shang Army was thoroughly intimidate by Li Jing, each standing obediently, led by Shen Gongbao, with An Tuo Jia and other independent immortals behind him. The three parties assembled, Shen Gongbao smirked at Jiang Ziya. Jiang Ziya smiled warmly at Shen Gongbao, then saluted to Old Li: "Great Zhou Prime Minister, Jiang Ziya, meets Tuo Ta Li Tianwang." Shen Gongbao, contrary to his usual rebellious demeanor, stood straight and saluted: "Great Shang National Master, Shen Gongbao, meets Tuo Ta Li Tianwang." Could Old Li bear the two saluting him? Certainly, with Old Li’s current prestige, if he claimed to be on par with the Great King, Daji and Deng Chanyu would tidy up and readily cede their positions. Then they would find Nezha and lead unabashed lives. Old Li’s entrance was grand, yet he didn’t boast. He modestly returned the salutes and said: "My Li Tang does not favor conflict, but favors resolution. The continuous war between Zhou and Shang leaves the common people struggling; it is not a good thing but a continual depletion of the Human Clan’s qi fortune. Today, I come to mediate; could the two National Masters, Prime Minister, grant me some face? Let us cease hostilities for now." Currently, Zhou Country was nearly exhausted; naturally, they were inclined to halt. Jiang Ziya understood the current situation and greatly admired Li Jing’s character; he immediately stepped forward and said: "Heavenly King Li, with your noble character and compassion for all people, we in Zhou Country are willing to withdraw troops, only that my two senior brothers must be returned." Great Shang, on this side, had the upper hand in battle and a strong foundation, although the front line suffered enough, but with Wen Zhong holding the rear, it went well enough. Shen Gongbao, considering Nezha’s presence and having been intimidated by Li Jing’s grand entrance, thus gave Li Jing face, but can one cease just because he says so? Who are you? Stepping forward with a cold snort: "You, Li...." His body was suddenly gripped by a large hand, belonging to the blind monk An Tuo Jia. Shen Gongbao instantly felt the killing intent, his mind filled with questions. Yet, he reconsidered quickly, saying: "Heavenly King Li seeks to mediate, are we capable of refusing to honor his face?" After awkwardly laughing twice. He continued: "However, the captives cannot be handed over without compensation." Jiang Ziya knew his two senior brothers were not in danger, but did not disclose the reason. Jiang Ziya guessed that his dear junior brother must have handled it. Now with Shen Gongbao appearing, it was certainly acting to make it all seem more genuine. Really moved Jiang Ziya to tears.