PFC Chapter 279 "Master of Speech" Ji Chang
Chapter 279 "Master of Speech" Ji Chang
Upon hearing this, Jade Ding Zhenren looked up at Manjusri Bodhisattva, and after looking into his eyes, he understood.
Then, a solemn look flashed across his eyes, and he said respectfully:
"Reporting to Master, this time I went down the mountain, according to Junior Brother Zi Ya's arrangement, to go to Jiameng Pass to help the Zhou army attack the city."
"I thought this trip would go very smoothly, but unexpectedly, the Jiejiao outer sect's senior brother Zhao Gongming appeared at Jiameng Pass."
"Before I fight him, I will make a promise. If he loses, I will leave Jiameng Pass immediately. If I lose, the same result will happen."
"So, you, Yu Ding, were defeated by that kid Zhao Gongming?"
Yuanshi Tianzun's voice was deep and powerful, and every word seemed to carry a great weight, echoing in the hall.
Upon hearing this, Jade Ding Zhenren's expression changed slightly, and he forced a bitter and awkward smile. He bowed his head, with a bit of self-blame and unwillingness in his tone:
"Yes, Master. I was indeed careless during this battle."
"I never expected that although Zhao Gongming is an outer sect disciple of Jiejiao, his strength is so strong and extraordinary."
Upon hearing this, Yuanshi Tianzun's face turned as gloomy as the ash at the bottom of a pot, his brows were tightly furrowed, and a hint of disappointment and anger flashed in his eyes that was difficult to conceal.
He didn't expect that the Twelve Golden Immortals of the Orthodox Sect, whom he was so proud of, were defeated time and again by the third generation and outer disciples of the Demon Sect.
When he thought of this, Yuanshi Tianzun couldn't control his inner anger.
Yuanshi Tianzun's rage was like a flame ignited by a violent storm, burning fiercely in his chest and almost breaking through his solemn and dignified appearance.
His eyes were as sharp as torches as he glanced at Jade Ding Zhenren and Manjusri Bodhisattva in the main hall, and his tone was filled with disappointment and heartache that was difficult to conceal.
"What a shame! Each of you has outstanding backgrounds, and is a person of great luck and fortune. But you are not as good as the outer sect and third generation disciples of Jiejiao."
Upon hearing this, Jade Ding Zhenren and Manjusri Bodhisattva's faces suddenly changed, and endless shame and self-blame surged in their hearts.
"I really don't know whether it is your fault or mine."
When Jade Ding Zhenren and Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun heard what their master Yuanshi Tianzun said, they immediately knelt down and said in unison with a trembling voice:
"Master, please calm down. It is my lack of cultivation that has brought shame upon you."
"Disciples must learn from our mistakes and work harder to cultivate in order to restore the reputation of the Chan Sect."
Yuanshi Tianzun looked at the disciple in front of him, feeling so self-blaming and fearful at this moment, his mood was complicated and indescribable.
"Get up," he said in a deep voice, "We can talk about cultivation after we have survived this catastrophe."
"Remember, each of you is the future and hope of the Chan sect. Only when you become stronger can the Chan sect become stronger."
"Thank you, Master. I will work hard and keep this in mind."
Upon hearing this, Jade Ding Zhenren and Manjusri Bodhisattva thanked him again.
Yuanshi Tianzun nodded slightly, his deep eyes seemed to contain thousands of thoughts, complex and profound.
He spoke slowly, his voice steady and powerful, every word revealing unquestionable majesty:
“Manjusri, you will inform Randeng about your trip down the mountain to help Zhou. After that, you will wait for me at your respective places of practice.”
Upon hearing this, Manjusri Bodhisattva was startled and quickly responded:
"Disciple obeys your order and will go and inform Master Randeng immediately."
Yuanshi Tianzun looked at the two of them with a sharp gaze and continued:
"As I expected, Ziya will return to Kunlun Mountain to ask for help. When the time comes, you and Randeng will go down the mountain together to help Zhou attack Shang."
"Yes, I will follow Master's orders!"
"Okay, back off!"
After saying this, he waved his hand gently, signaling the two to leave.
Jade Ding Zhenren and Manjusri Guangfa Tianzun bowed again and said in unison:
"Yes, disciple, resign!"
As the two slowly left Yuxu Palace, the hall returned to its former tranquility.
Yuanshi Tianzun looked at their departing backs, secretly thinking about the next layout and arrangements in his heart.
……
In the Zhou army camp, night fell and the tent was brightly lit, but it could not hide the heavy atmosphere.
In the center, Ji Chang's face was as pale as paper, with worry locked between his brows, and he was leaning on a specially made wooden chair.
His eyes were deep and complex, as if he could penetrate the walls of the tent and look directly at the uncertain battle situation in the distance.
All around, the generals sat in a circle, all with solemn expressions, whispering about the upcoming challenges and the next battle plan.
Although their voices were soft, they carried a firmness and determination that could not be ignored. Every word was like a heavy hammer, hitting Ji Chang's already tense heart.
Suddenly, a burst of hurried footsteps broke the silence in the tent, and a messenger rushed in breathlessly, knelt on one knee, and spoke with a bit of urgency:
"Report! Report from Jiameng Pass! Immortal Jade Ding fought with the enemy and was defeated and retreated! The army is currently being managed by General Ji Chenmu."
"However, Hu Sheng, the general of Jiameng Pass, repeatedly challenged the camp. General Ji Chenmu had no choice but to order the troops to hang up the banner of no fighting and wait for reinforcements."
As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar in the tent.
The faces of the generals were filled with shock and anxiety; some clenched their fists, while others frowned. They began to exchange opinions in low voices, and the atmosphere instantly became tense and depressing.
When Ji Chang heard this, his body trembled slightly, but he quickly regained his composure.
He slowly sat up straight, his eyes were sharp as torches, he glanced at the generals present, and said in a deep voice:
"My dear generals, our Great Zhou has the help of the immortals of the Chan Sect, and the enemy also has the help of immortals. The battle situation is complicated and confusing, and the outcome is unpredictable, but we must not lose our composure because of this."
"The Prime Minister has gone to Kunlun Mountain to ask for help. We need to analyze calmly and formulate the most effective response strategy."
His words were full of trust and encouragement for his generals, like an invisible force, flowing slowly in the tent, gradually calming the tense atmosphere caused by successive defeats.
"Send a message to General Ji Chenmu," Ji Chang's voice echoed in the empty tent, with an unquestionable majesty and depth, "Tell him that this battle is of great importance, and he must not underestimate the enemy and advance rashly."
"Be sure to guard the camp carefully, consolidate the defense line, and remain highly vigilant, ready to respond to enemy raids at any time."
"If anything unexpected happens, please inform me immediately. I will personally dispatch troops and provide him with the necessary support."
The messenger's face froze when he heard this. He knew the importance of this order and immediately knelt on the ground, clasped his hands together, and said in a firm and powerful voice:
"Yes, I will obey the king's order! I will live up to your trust and convey the king's intention accurately to General Ji Chenmu!"
After saying this, the messenger stood up and quickly left the tent as fast as the wind.
Ji Chang looked at the messenger's departing back, and a complicated light flashed in his eyes.
Then, Ji Chang stood up, his figure as straight as a pine tree, and slowly walked in front of the crowd.
His eyes swept across the faces of each of his generals, and his deep eyes showed both worry and determination.
"The arrow is on the string and must be fired."
Ji Chang said in a deep voice, revealing a kind of determination and helplessness, "The cause of attacking Shang is like sailing against the current. If you don't move forward, you will retreat."
"We have embarked on this path, and there is no turning back. We can only move forward and not back. This is our destiny and our mission."
He paused and scanned the faces of the generals. His deep eyes were full of understanding and encouragement.
"I know that you may be full of doubts and struggles at this moment."
Ji Chang continued, his voice much softer, "But please remember, we are not only fighting for ourselves, but also for the people of the world and for the peace of this land."
"Every decision we make will affect the fate of countless people."
His words were full of emotion and responsibility, which moved everyone present.
Upon hearing this, the generals straightened their chests, with firmness and determination flashing in their eyes.
"Your Majesty, don't worry!"
A general stood up and said in a loud and firm voice, "We are willing to follow the king until death. For the sake of the people of the world and the peace of this land, we will go all out and never back down!"
"Yes! Never back down!"
Other generals also responded, and the oaths rose and fell, echoing in the big tent.