Chapter 182 - 182 182 Farewell

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182: Chapter 182: Farewell 182: Chapter 182: Farewell More than two thousand years ago. Inside the command tent, a group of generals clad in armor was looking at a map hanging in the center, discussing something. Among them, a general in golden armor stood out conspicuously. He was eight feet tall and holding a longsword, appearing exceptionally straight and distinct amidst the others. However, his face bore a slight look of worry as he gazed at the map marked with various symbols, deep in thought. “At ease, General Xiang Qi requests an audience,” reported a scout who ran into the tent at this time. “Let him in,” the general in golden armor waved his hand and spoke to the scout. As soon as he finished speaking, a young general came in and kneeled on one knee. “Qi, you’ve arrived.” The golden-armored general revealed a relieved smile, and as their eyes met, a deep affection was evident. “General, I’ve heard that the Qin Army, led by General Wang Jian, is now closing in on our encampment,” said the young general, Xiang Qi. “I have already rushed here with my five thousand personal troops to support and am ready to fight alongside you.” “Nonsense, Qi, you are well-versed in military strategies. How could you make such a mistake by hastily moving troops? All the forces of the Qin Army are stationed at Hangu Pass; they couldn’t have come here.” Suddenly, the man in golden armor scolded him, and Xiang Qi, feeling somewhat panic-stricken, hurriedly admitted his fault. “Forget it, take your troops back,” said the golden-armored general, then with a wave of his hand, he said to the other generals, “You all may leave now.” “Yes,” the generals said in unison, and one by one, they left the tent. The golden-armored general helped Xiang Qi up and pointed to a seat beside him, indicating for Xiang Qi to sit. “The cultivators from the western barbarians have assembled on Yunyun Mountain. It’s time for you to go there,” the man in golden armor said, patting Xiang Qi’s shoulder lightly. Among the Seven Kingdoms, each had its own cultivators. Huaxia, being an ancient country in the East, had always been the cradle of cultivators. However, ever since the conflicts among the feudal lords began, frictions among the cultivators from different countries had been unceasing. Now, with the Qin Country’s ambitions growing, having annexed Han, Zhao, and Wei in recent years and looking to swallow all under heaven, the alliance of the cultivators, although internally discordant, appeared united on the outside. Faced with the western barbarians, they would still cooperate sincerely. “Brothers fight behind the walls but unite against outside aggression. Although there are discordances within the alliance, we are all descendants of Huaxia; faced with the western barbarians, we will work together sincerely.” “But, General, the situation here is fraught with dangers, and the Qin Dynasty might attack us at any moment. How could I leave?” Xiang Qi said reluctantly, his face showing unwillingness. “I wish to stand by you through life and death.” “Don’t worry, Qi. At present, only Chu State can contend with Qin Country. They have to think twice before attacking us,” laughed the golden-armored general. “I anticipate that Qin Country won’t wage war against us for now. You just go to Yunyun Mountain.” After hearing this, Xiang Qi remained silent, appearing unwilling to accept the command. Suddenly, the golden-armored general glared sternly and shouted, “Xiang Qi, follow the military order—proceed immediately to Yunyun Mountain to repel those barbarian cultivators and ensure our victory.” “Your subordinate... obeys the order,” Xiang Qi said solemnly, his voice full of sorrow yet having no choice but to accept the military command. Before leaving, they looked at each other, almost like a farewell. Xiang Qi slowly left the tent, and only then did the other generals return. The golden-armored general watched Xiang Qi’s lone figure disappearing into the distance, sighed deeply, and then slowly returned to the commander’s seat. “General, the main force of Qin Army led by General Wang Jian is less than a hundred miles from here. We should...” One of the generals spoke, his tone filled with worry and helplessness. “Generals, heed my command! Arrange our troops to face the enemy. Here, we will engage in a decisive battle with the Qin Army to ensure the safety of our capital.” The general in golden armor slowly stood up and spoke loudly, his tone bearing the resolute acceptance of a hero’s end. ... Inside the tomb, Ye Shikai was conversing with Xiang Qi when suddenly Ye Shikai asked, “Senior, there’s a tombstone outside that records the date of your death, is that true?” “Ha-ha, that date was just something I wrote arbitrarily. I’ve been secluding myself here for decades. As for the actual year of my death, even I am not clear on that.” Ye Shikai was shocked after hearing this, not expecting that the old man had been cultivating in this tomb for decades without ever leaving. “So, Senior, you are now...” “What you see before you is merely an Avatar left by the Inner Strength. If I could remain ageless and immortal for more than two thousand years, that would make me a demon. The real me has long been dust.” Xiang Qi laughed heartily. Ye Shikai was astounded, not expecting Xiang Qi’s cultivation to be so profound, possessing the ability to transform Inner Strength into an Avatar. However, in ancient times, cultivation was truly at its peak. With modern development, cultivation had already faded from people’s views. “Here, I have quite a few elixirs, and also a copy of the Inner God Scripture. Young friend, you take them first.” Xiang Qi waved his sleeve, and suddenly a book appeared in his hand, which he handed to Ye Shikai. Xiang Qi also handed over a jade ring. “This Inner God Scripture will surely be helpful to you in the future, and as for this ring, it is called a Storage Ring, which will be convenient for carrying items with you.” Xiang Qi lightly instructed Ye Shikai on how to use the ring, which only required the input of Inner Strength, but he did not directly tell Ye Shikai the use of the Inner God Scripture, leaving it to Ye Shikai to study slowly in the future. This trip was tremendously fruitful for Ye Shikai, as the Storage Ring could be considered a treasure in modern times, and its practicality was great. Ye Shikai quickly gave thanks but also felt puzzled, “Senior, why are you willing to give such precious treasures to me?” “Ha-ha, consider it fate. Young friend, you bear a striking resemblance to an old friend of mine. However, you still need to agree to one condition.” As Xiang Qi spoke, Ye Shikai perked up, realizing there were conditions. Xiang Qi waved his hand, and a scene appeared in front of them, showing Ji Qian and Wang Kai searching through items in another room. “I’ve lived in solitude for so long, I’d rather not have more people coming here in the future. The things I’ve told you, I hope only the two of us know. If others go out and spread the word, letting outsiders know about this place, then I’ll have no peace.” Ye Shikai felt uneasy, as Xiang Qi’s intention was clearly to kill Ji Qian and her companions. The tomb was full of traps, and with Xiang Qi being a peerless expert, it was frightening... “These are all friends of my junior. If Senior insists on this, then treat it as if I had never come, and these things, I return them as they were.” Ye Shikai decisively refused. “What if I insist on taking these people’s lives?” Xiang Qi said, a murderous look in his eyes. “Then, as a junior, I can only go down fighting, even if it means mutual destruction.” Ye Shikai concentrated his Inner Strength in both palms, ready to fight Xiang Qi to the death if necessary, seeing Ye Shikai’s resolute eyes, Xiang Qi suddenly burst into laughter. “Good! Young friend is a loyal and righteous person, and that reassures me as well. You and your friends take the items and leave. Remember to destroy the tombstone outside, I don’t want anyone else coming here.”

Chapter 182 - 182 182 Farewell

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