Seeing that Lao Jiang was about to persuade himself, Ji Fa asked first, "Which is superior or inferior, the path of humanity and the path of immortality according to Xiangfu?"
Lao Jiang combed his beard and sighed, "The path of humanity brings a peaceful era, saves ten thousand rivers and mountains, while the path of immortality leads to travel in the Azure Sea in the morning and climb to the verdant bamboo mountain in the evening. I am still dull and have wasted more than forty years. I really don't know who is superior or inferior."
Ji Fa spoke excitedly, "Xiangfu, Ji Fa has made up his mind. With Xiangfu's assistance in monitoring the state on behalf of my son, I also hope that Xiangfu will agree."
The tone of his "The world is so vast, I want to see it" already indicated the problem. Now, even the title "the lone one" is no longer used; he has switched to using "I."
Lao Jiang repeated to himself, if judged by his true heart, he also wanted to return to the mountain to practice. What remains after a hundred years of worldly life, no matter how wise a king or an outstanding minister you are? All that's left is a final pinch of dust.
Putting oneself in the other's shoes, when Ji Fa calls him "Xiangfu," he feels the need to be responsible for the other person.
The most precious in the world is the path of immortality. How could an old minister obstruct the King? I only hope that Your Majesty will ascend to the path of immortality as soon as possible and return to Xigqi to oversee the overall situation.
Three days had passed, and Guangchengzi's disciples arrived on the clouds to fetch Ji Fa to go to the Jiu Xian mountain.
Ji Fa also entrusted his only son to Lao Jiang in front of all the officials and military officers.
In these days, the succession of the throne is still very concerned about bloodline. If it weren't for the Xie surname, which originated from the mother family of the Yellow Emperor, they would not have had the qualification to compete for the ding.
Ji Fa was full of confidence about his future and didn't say anything like "If my successor can be helped, then help him. If he is not talented, you can be the ruler of Xigqi yourself." There was no need for that.
In the original history, Ji Fa had a son late in his life. After Zhou conquered Shang, within two years, Ji Fa passed away, leaving behind only a young son. At that time, the Zhou kingdom was governed by the fourth brother, Zhou Gong Dan.
Now, with Guangchengzi as his mentor, though he hasn't entered the path of immortality yet, most of the hidden ailments in his body have been treated. Since the officials and military officers don't let him go to the battlefield, he has created people in the palace instead. Now he has a two and a half year old son.
Ji Fa went to practice at the Jiu Xian Mountain, entrusting state affairs to Lao Jiang.
Lao Jiang's ability to govern the country is a thousand times stronger than his ability to practice cultivation. Even after he grabbed full power, he remained humble. He dealt with all matters of governance, administration, military training, and battle in an orderly manner.
King Zhou recently started drinking and having fun again. With Ji Fa going to practice, the Shang and Zhou kingdoms have turned into a war between Wen Zhong and Lao Jiang.
On Wen Zhong's side, there is a large talent pool gathered due to the Great Shang's dominance over the central part of the world. The level of King Zhou's brutality is slightly better than in the original time and space, with practices like the cauldron of fire and wine pools with meat forests just beginning to emerge before being suppressed. Regardless of north or south, many people still consider the Great Shang to be the legitimate dynasty. The Zhou kingdom, located in the western frontier, is undoubtedly at a disadvantage in terms of talent competition.
After Lao Jiang took over the government, he immediately posted notices throughout the kingdom and built a talent recruitment hall, recruiting talents!
No matter their background, as long as they have a special skill, they can come to the Zhou kingdom and serve as officials.
The armies of Shang and Zhou fought again.
Wen Zhong has been pressuring the Zhou army lately, and it seems that with just a little more effort, they will be able to completely occupy Qishan. After that, they will be in a superior position and it will be easier to attack Xigqi.
In front of the two armies, he rode the Ink Qilin and held the Dragon Whip, fiercely exclaiming, "Lao Jiang, you are acting against heaven. Now that you are at a dead end, why persist in resisting to the end? Listen to my advice and surrender immediately. This will spare you from the suffering of war and save the people of Xigqi. Otherwise, once our troops arrive, everything will be destroyed."
Lao Jiang was unsure in his heart, but his words remained firm. He bowed to Wen Zhong from the Four-Legged Beast: "Old Teacher, I beg your forgiveness. I am entrusted by the late king and how can I not give my all? Now, reinforcement troops from all directions are approaching, with allies from all four quarters of the Great Zhou. You have entered my trap, and it is impossible to fly away. It is only a matter of time before you meet your end here."
Wen Zhong addressed his generals to the side and said, "Who will go and get the head of this bandit leader for me?"
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The generals were extremely eager.
The general who just arrived from King Zhou, Zhang Shan, who will be the commander of the Three Mountains Pass in the original time, led a thousand iron-clad horsemen as the vanguard. Although Zhang Shan's name was ordinary, his actual martial arts skills were higher than those of Deng Jiugong. At this time, he held a long spear that was as magical as an artist.
Deng Zhong, who was tamed in Hua Huangling, died in Donglu, while the remaining three generals were still alive. Xin Huan, Zhang Jie, and Tao Rong emerged from the left wing. Geli and Yujing, who were disciples of Wen Zhong himself, emerged from the right wing.
In a fierce battle between the two sides, Lao Jiang's army fought tenaciously but was ultimately defeated. Lao Jiang himself was struck by Xin Huan, who had wings, from above using the thunderous chisel, leaving a bleeding hole in his arm.
Lao Jiang returned to the camp covered in blood.
The mare immediately called the servant girl to bandage his wounds.
Halfway through the bandaging, his disciple Wu Ji came running to report.
Mare was a bit unhappy, but Lao Jiang gestured for Wu Ji not to mind and to speak plainly.
Wu Ji is also in a state where he is nameless on the rolls. In the Battle of Fengshen, this general of Xigqi successively killed Zhao Tianjun Zhao Jiang, Li chu Da Taizi Yin Jiao, and Zhu Zhen from the Seven Monstrous Beasts of Meishan. It seems that his achievements are resounding, but in reality, these individuals were all killed without any ability to resist, as they were tied up and their magic powers were sealed.
It can be said that Lao Jiang is really good to his disciples and has painted several waves of merits for him.
At this moment, Wu Ji bowed in the hall, "Teacher, a stranger has come to the Talent Recruitment Hall. The disciple is lacking in discernment and truly cannot recognize the appearance of a true immortal. I do not know how to handle this."
Lao Jiang is now so desperate for help that he accepts anyone who comes to join Zhou. There is virtually nothing in them, and he just gives them a small position or some coins.
He himself has no chance to enter the path of immortality. His peak was just a half-immortal. Wu Ji is even further away, only learning martial arts and reading military books.
Wu Ji doesn't have much in terms of magical power, but he had been wandering the streets in his youth, so he has a good eye for things. He felt that the stranger who came today was inscrutable, which meant they probably had some skill.
Lao Jiang immediately rode into the city and soon arrived at the Talent Recruitment Hall. He quickly saw a middle-aged man in a gray robe, with a firm face and short beard.
He found that he couldn't discern the refinement of this Daoist, so he quickly knelt and bowed: "Lao Jiang greets the Daoist friend. May I ask what is your noble family name?"
The Daoist smiled, "I am Lu Ya."
Lao Jiayu had never heard of this name. It seems that he is not a disciple of a big school, so he doesn't show any disrespect. He quickly invited the other person to take a seat and ordered Wu Ji to bring some tea.
After exchanging a few words, Lu Ya smiled and said, "I have come to offer a treasure to the Prime Minister. I have noticed that you have been somewhat distressed recently."
Lao Jiayu is not merely "somewhat distressed." It's evident that Wen Zhong is about to break through Qishan, and once Qishan falls, the city of Xigqi will be in immediate danger. This time, Yuan Hong will not come to save Xigqi.
"Hahahaha, allowing the immortal to see the joke, what kind of treasure is it?"
Lu Ya took out a purplish-red gourd and solemnly handed it to Lao Jiang.
"Alas, my eyes are blind, and I do not know the name of this treasure?"
Lu Ya talked confidently, "This treasure is called the 'Cutting Immortal Flying Knife.' When you want to use it, open the mouth of the gourd and let out a line of innate spiritual essence within. It will fix your enemies with your gaze. Then, simply recite the incantation 'Please turn back this treasure' and it will do as you command."
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