Chapter 891: Gathering |
On ordinary days, this group of big merchant families focused on managing the Governor's Mansion, how could they overlook Governor Zhang Wei Neng's existence?
Governor Zhang Wei Neng wasn't the kind of inflexible person; he wouldn't refuse their gifts.
However, when they willingly became pawns for Zhang Wei Neng's political enemies at court and caused trouble behind his back, they effectively positioned themselves against Zhang Wei Neng.
Of course, these arrogant fellows probably didn't see anything wrong with their actions. They believed that their lavish gifts and flattery had already given enough face to Zhang Wei Neng.
However, Zhang Wei Neng, the great commander, couldn't accept their methods.
But he hesitated to confront them directly, as they had powerful backers behind them.
If someone stood up to resist them at this moment, Zhang Wei Neng would certainly be delighted.
Wen Dong True Monarch, who understood his superior's thoughts, faced the proactive Meng Zhang, who offered his help. He instructed Meng Zhang to confront those foreign big merchant families.
Although Meng Zhang knew he was being used as a pawn, he gladly accepted Wen Dong True Monarch's advice.
After leaving Wen Dong True Monarch's residence, Meng Zhang didn't linger in Jiuqu City for long. He immediately left at the fastest speed and returned to the northern part of Jiuqu Province.
Instead of going back to Taiyi Sect's mountain gate, Meng Zhang went straight to the Main Altar of Yellow Lotus Sect on Yellow Lotus Sacred Mountain.
Since the Dali Dynasty conquered Jiuqu League, this battlefield, which had seen fierce battles for days, had once again become peaceful.
When Meng Zhang arrived at Yellow Lotus Sacred Mountain, Xu Mengying was assembling the disciples of the sect.
On the one hand, they were training a large army of cultivators in case of unexpected situations.
On the other hand, they were also preparing an escape route.
If the worst-case scenario occurred, Xu Mengying would lead the disciples of Yellow Lotus Sect to leave Jiuqu Province and the area under the rule of the Dali Dynasty.
Meng Zhang easily found Xu Mengying and didn't hide anything, directly stating his plan.Because Governor Zhang Wei Neng did not side with the enemy, they still had room to maneuver. They needed to hold off the enemy while avoiding an all-out war. As long as the enemy didn't succeed immediately, Governor Zhang Wei Neng would have the opportunity to intervene.
Meng Zhang not only offered his help but also established connections with Governor Zhang Wei Neng, bringing a feasible plan.
Xu Mengying was overjoyed and wasted no time in implementing Meng Zhang's plan.
Yellow Lotus Sacred Mountain was situated in the heart of Jiuqu Province and had previously served as the temporary headquarters of Jiuqu League when You Hongzhi True Monarch formed the small group. Some individuals were cautious and didn't want to give You Hongzhi True Monarch too much authority within the group. Changchun True Monarch and Flawless True Monarch proposed to establish the group's headquarters temporarily at Yellow Lotus Sacred Mountain to avoid giving You Hongzhi True Monarch complete control.
For important matters, the members of the small group would gather and discuss at Yellow Lotus Sacred Mountain.
Within this loosely organized group, there were some basic rules. To ensure fairness, each Primordial Spirit True Monarch had the right to call for a meeting.
Following Meng Zhang's instructions, Xu Mengying informed all the Primordial Spirit True Monarchs in the small group and urgently summoned them to meet and collectively address the current difficult situation.
At this point, even the slowest among the small group had realized that something was amiss. The malice of the Four Seas Commercial Firm and other foreign big merchant families was hardly disguised.
Upon receiving Xu Mengying's message, everyone immediately put aside their current tasks and hurried to Yellow Lotus Sacred Mountain to participate in the meeting.
Eight Primordial Spirit True Monarchs arrived successively at Yellow Lotus Sacred Mountain: You Hongzhi True Monarch and You Huishan True Monarch from Four Seas Commercial Firm, Changchun True Monarch from Changchun Outlook, Flawless True Monarch from Flawless Valley, Shangguan Hui True Monarch and Shangguan Tu True Monarch from Shangguan Family, Huo Lie True Monarch from Flaming Mountain, and True Monarch Clever Machine from Clever Machine Sect. Along with the host, Xu Mengying True Monarch, and Meng Zhang True Monarch, who came to lend a hand, a total of ten Primordial Spirit True Monarchs gathered together.
Once everyone had arrived, Meng Zhang appeared before them. Without Xu Mengying True Monarch's introduction, no one was unfamiliar with Taiyi Sect Sect Master Meng Zhang True Monarch.Meng Zhang didn't waste any time and went straight to the point. He briefly explained the relationship between these foreign big merchant families and the Jiuqu Province Governor's Mansion.
These foreign big merchant families acted recklessly and greatly offended Governor Zhang Wei Neng. Governor Zhang Wei Neng was displeased with them. However, due to his position, he couldn't directly confront and discipline them.
As a result, Governor Zhang Wei Neng secretly instructed Meng Zhang to gather the strength of the group and teach those foreign big merchant families a lesson, letting them know who the true masters of Jiuqu Province were.
Upon hearing that Governor Zhang Wei Neng was on their side, everyone felt relieved. This way, they wouldn't be against the official authorities of the Dali Dynasty and didn't have to worry about the Dali Dynasty's army coming to attack them.
Meng Zhang's words were a mix of truth and deception, mainly aimed at manipulating this group for his own use. The Primordial Spirit True Monarchs present were not fools, but they found themselves somewhat at a loss in the sudden situation.
Firstly, Taiyi Sect Sect Master Meng Zhang had a good reputation, and he was not the kind of person who made empty promises. If he claimed to have the secret support of Governor Zhang Wei Neng, it was likely true. A person like him wouldn't fabricate easily debunked lies.
Secondly, everyone was somewhat bewildered by the unexpected situation. True Monarch Clever Machine, for instance, was a bit timid and had already been scared, fearing that the Dali Dynasty might consider them rebels and execute them.
Meng Zhang's appearance at this moment showed them a clear path, and naturally, they would grasp onto this lifeline.
Having served as a Sect Master for many years and being a Primordial Spirit True Monarch, Meng Zhang naturally had an aura that was convincing.
His plan was not overly complicated and mainly consisted of two steps. The first step involved the ten Primordial Spirit True Monarchs immediately taking action, demonstrating their strength and proving that they weren't easy to deal with. With ten Primordial Spirit True Monarchs united, it would be challenging even for the Northern Garrison Army to defeat them all at once. As long as they couldn't quickly resolve this situation, they would have to take them seriously.
The second step was for all the Primordial Spirit True Monarchs present to immediately send their younger disciples to Jiuqu City, to appeal to Governor Zhang Wei Neng, and request him to mediate on their behalf.
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