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"Everyone, please!"
"Thank you very much, Young Master Zhang!"
Everyone looked at Zhang Xiaoshan, bowed and thanked him, and told him to eat and drink as he pleased—who wouldn't like that?
Moreover, these people were in small groups, ready to drink until they dropped, and the Zhang family could guarantee their safety within Ghost Street.
At least for now, the Zhang family is at the height of its power, and who would dare to defy the world's opinion?
As Zhang Xiaoshan and the others re-entered the mechanical Qilin, they waited until the mechanical beast was no longer visible before slowly dispersing.
As for the banquets in Ghost Street, only third-rate figures from the martial arts world would attend.
Reputable sects would not openly enter Ghost Street unless they had something to do, but they would never attend a banquet there.
The top powers simply don't care about these third-rate figures in the martial arts world. Besides, there are too many things to deal with today, and they need to process them.
The various schools of thought of the pre-Qin period were now locked in a conflict with the Imperial Divine Marquis's Mansion, the Net of Heaven, and the Shadow Guard...
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"Seeing is believing!"
Before Ouyang Mingri, several young men and women gathered, gazing thoughtfully at the departing mechanical Qilin.
Especially Young Master Nongyue, whose eyes shone brightly with fervent light, said:
"I never imagined that those peerless heroes who could command the winds and rains of Kyushu and hold the lives and deaths of countless people in their hands would not even dare to breathe loudly in front of someone like that!"
This is the true supreme master of the martial arts world!
Leaving aside those masters on the blacklist, even just the unparalleled grandmasters in the martial arts world—aren't they all arrogant and domineering figures?
But who dared to speak frankly just now?
Song Yuanqiao, relying on his good relationship with Zhang Xiaoshan, voiced his concerns and offered his honest advice.
Faced with Zhang Xiaoshan's suggestion, the other experts on the blacklist didn't utter a single word of objection; they could only accept it passively or console themselves.
Although Zhang Xiaoshan is only cruel to his enemies, who dares to say that if they utter a single word of opposition, they will not be enemies of the Zhang family?
"The dignity of the strong must not be trampled upon by the weak!"
Even a Grandmaster of the Celestial Realm wouldn't have the right to boast before that person. He defeated the Martial Emperor with a single strike, twice brought down the Bad Commander, and caused the deaths of two Grandmasters and five peerless masters on Peach Blossom Island…
Most of those people were either those who failed to be selected in the same era as the Zhang family, or those who watched the Zhang family rise to power.
They understood the Zhang family's terror far better than we did, like a mouse's awe of a cat.
Ouyang Mingri looked at Young Master Nongyue, and he too was shocked by Zhang Xiaoshan's imposing presence.
But he was even more aware of the Zhang family's trump cards. Based on the strength the Zhang family had revealed so far, no force in the entire martial arts world could rival them.
Moreover, the Zhang family has good relations with Wudang, the Demonic Sect, and the Buddhist Sect, and they have connections with all sides.
Even if one wanted to sow discord between the Zhang family and other parties, it would be extremely difficult.
This isn't something that can be solved by killing a few people and framing someone; in the end, it will only backfire.
"The Nine Provinces will no longer be peaceful. It seems the Zhang family has assembled five extraordinary forces to suppress the turmoil that is about to erupt in the martial world..."
In reality, this did send a signal to those powerful figures. Ouyang couldn't quite understand what the Zhang family's patron was trying to do.
"Signal?"
Its clear and lively sound is unforgettable.
Ouyang Mingri glanced at the other woman's stunningly beautiful and aloof face, especially her bright and sparkling eyes, which also looked at him curiously. Ouyang Mingri didn't mince words and said:
"Indeed, Lady Shangguan, didn't you see the excitement of those overlords?"
The signal just released by the Zhang family indicates that as long as these overlords do not infringe upon the territories of the five transcendent forces, they can compete in other places without worrying about interference from the Zhang family or other forces.
This is completely opposite to the purpose of the Zhang family member, revealing an unusual implication.
Ouyang Mingri sensed that Zhang Xiaoshan was setting up a very big game.
He simply didn't know what Zhang Xiaoshan was up to, or why Zhang Xiaoshan was doing this. He couldn't figure out Zhang Xiaoshan's purpose in setting this up.
"why?"
"It's unclear who made such a decision at this time. The situation in the martial arts world is highly unpredictable, and unexpected things could happen at any time."
Ouyang Mingri also wanted to ask, but he knew that it would be good enough if Zhang Xiaoshan treated his illness next.
To get to the bottom of things, one must at least become a full member of the Zhang family.
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"It seems the empire is about to collapse!"
In contrast to Ouyang Mingri's confusion, the leaders of Ghost Street were very clear about Zhang Xiaoshan's purpose.
They were all Zhang's most trusted confidants: Demon Blade Ding Peng, Longevity Venerable Shi Long, Taihu Dragon Head Lu Guanying... Many of the Zhang family's top-secret missions were previously entrusted to them.
The lifting of restrictions on these powerful figures in the martial arts world today is clearly part of a plan, but we can't see the full picture yet.
They were merely pawns; Zhang Xiaoshan's strategies were largely based on his foresight.
"Since the fall of the Dragon Emperor, the empire has been collapsing, not just about to collapse; it is simply undergoing its final and complete collapse."
Ding Peng looked towards Guanzhong. Zhao Gao seemed clever, but in reality, he made a foolish move.
Only with an empire can there be a net of intrigue!
When the empire completely collapses, it will be the end of the Net.
Hu Hai, a mere figurehead, was even inferior to Prince Fusu; how could he possibly safeguard the foundation of the empire?
Chapter 833 The Ghost Street Gathering: The Net Falls from its Altar
"Young Master (Uncle)!"
The deepest part of Ghost Street.
Princess Taiping, the ruler of Ghost Street, with Lü Zhi and several core experts behind her, looked at the mechanical Qilin that slowly emerged from the secret passage with amazement in their eyes.
They had seen this amazing work atop Mount Mang before, but they were still amazed by the craftsman's ingenuity.
Especially the scene of "Fire Qilin on the summit of Nanshan Mountain".
The spectacular sight of flames erupting around the mechanical Qilin is a deeply moving and unforgettable experience.
At this moment, only Zhang Xiaoshan was operating the mechanical Qilin.
Furthermore, with the blessing of the Dragon Balls, this mechanical Qilin is as agile as a real monster. Moreover, the mechanical beast's enormous size, terrifying power, and flames make it a super monster second only to the Poison Dragon and the Demon God.
The reason Zhang Xiaoshan returned again was to place the mechanical Qilin in Ghost Street.
The mechanical Qilin is too large to be placed in the capital city, and there are many forces eyeing it.
Although the main material of this mechanical Qilin is a bronze door made from fallen stars, even the Zhang family only has two such special existences.
However, its speed in breathing fire, wading through water, and even running at full speed can reach the speed of a modern bus of 100 kilometers per hour.
The advanced technology it contains is so sophisticated that even a skilled technician could not replicate it once it is discovered.
As for the Qilin that has undergone ordinary reform?
Made from ancient wood from the New World, especially sandalwood, which is hard and resistant to corrosion.
The reason for not using steel is that steel has too high a weight and is too expensive.
Moreover, apart from the main body being made of ancient wood, the rest of the structure is made of lightweight wood to reduce the load and thus achieve faster speeds, making it possible to travel a thousand miles a day.
Similarly, wood is easily flammable, and the blueprints are mainly based on Mohist mechanisms, with the mechanical Qilin and mechanical White Tiger being similar.
With only minor modifications and different materials, the mechanical Qilin is far more powerful than the mechanical White Tiger.
After all, the mechanical white tiger is at most three zhang long and two zhang high;
The main body of the mechanical Qilin, however, is a colossal creature, five zhang long and three zhang high.
Moreover, the attack weapons modified by the Zhang family are not just the clumsy movements of the mechanical beasts such as pouncing, charging, and ramming; they also include some unique attack methods of the Zhang family.
The mechanical Qilin is not the main means of attack for the Zhang family, but rather a carrier for special weapons.
"Young master, the material of this mechanical Qilin should not be ordinary."
Otherwise, it wouldn't be so magnificent, and its movements could be controlled by the Dragon Balls, making it flexible and unpredictable, almost like a living creature.
Looking at the mechanical Qilin before him, the Venerable Longevity Stone Dragon might have thought it was alive if it weren't for the numerous traces of bronze armor and mechanisms surrounding it.
Even in the darkness, the sight of flames erupting from his body is truly awe-inspiring.
Compared to the natural way, this kind of black technology completely defies the laws of nature and is not a simple mechanical beast.
"That's right. This mechanical Qilin was made from the remnants of a fallen star. The Zhang family only managed to make two Qilins with the materials they collected."
The other mechanical Qilin are mainly made of ancient wood from the New World. In terms of speed and destructive power, they far surpass the mechanical White Tiger of the Mo family. The Zhang family will arrange for several mechanical Qilin to be stationed on Ghost Street.
Especially the environment of Ghost Street; I will arrange for some master mechanics to redesign and renovate it.
Ghost Street is Zhang Xiaoshan's private property, and ostensibly belongs to the Zhang family.
To put it bluntly, Ghost Street is the Zhang family's gray area, which is not officially recognized. But everyone knows that the real owner of Ghost Street is Zhang Xiaoshan, and it is part of the Zhang family.
Therefore, Zhang Xiaoshan made the arrangements directly, without any problems.
Moreover, Ghost Street has been around for many years, and its mechanisms are outdated.
"I've met the young master!"
Upon entering the core of Ghost Street, the nine masters from both East and West Ghost Streets had already gathered together.
Unlike the round table in Lin'an Prefecture, the secret hall in Mangshan Ghost Street is arranged in a hierarchical sequence, with Jing Ni, the spokesperson of Luo Wang, sitting only at the same level as Zhong Liu Men.
It wasn't that Zhang Xiaoshan was being disrespectful; it was just that in Ghost Street, strength reigned supreme.
Ghost Yama gives Luo Wang face because they are both among the top three families, and the rules cannot be broken.
But this is Princess Taiping's territory. Not only is Mangshan Ghost Street dominated by the former powerful families of the Wu Tang Dynasty, but even Princess Taiping's status makes her far superior to Jing Ni.
Moreover, in terms of strength, Princess Taiping is an evil emperor at the pinnacle of human power.
Therefore, despite her initial opposition, Jing Ni had no choice but to compromise under the watchful eyes of the Ghost Street masters.
She wanted to object, but the power of the expert present was inferior to hers.
It should be noted that the six sects in Ghost Street are mostly composed of peerless masters with formidable strength.
Jing Ni is at most at the peak of the Great Perfection realm, and with the Luo Wang Devouring its Master at this time, she is already infamous in the martial arts world. Therefore, no one will tolerate Jing Ni.
Previously, Luo Wang had a bad reputation; at least it was a sword in the hands of the Empire.
But now that Luo Wang has devoured its master, its reputation is no longer just bad, it's downright despised by everyone.
"Please be seated, everyone!"
Zhang Xiaoshan looked at everyone and nodded.
In particular, the six sects of the Central Region are independent of the Zhang family and the Golden-Faced Buddha, the overlord of the Luo Wang faction - Shangguan Jin Hong, the Xuanming Two Demons of the Sun Moon Divine Sect, (the six sects of the Divine Capital) Tongwen Hall Li Siyuan, Dugu Clan Dugu Wudi, Demon Sect An Long, Western Shu Huanyin Pavilion Empress, Ghost King Sect Black and White Impermanence, Supreme Alliance Official Yu Tian.
The two Ghost Streets, apart from those openly belonging to the Zhang family (Golden-Faced Buddha) – Ding Peng of the Heavenly Demon Sect, Madam Dongming of the Dongming Sect, the Faqiu Heavenly Palace, and Shi Long of the Salt Gang – are basically all present.
In addition, there are at least eighteen top-tier masters—
Lu Guanying, the leader of the Taihu Dragon Gang; Qiu Qianren of the Iron Palm Gang; Su Penghai of the Heavenly Dragon Gang; Li Zhengkai of the Giant Whale Gang; Bluebeard of the White Tiger Hall...
"Sir, please!"
The two people seated at the head of the table were Zhang Xiaoshan and Princess Taiping, who was wearing a mask of the Queen Mother of the West.
"Young Master Zhang, Luo Wang is also one of the three major families on Ghost Street, so why do you only have two chief members?"
At this moment, Jing Ni stood up and questioned him. Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiaoshan shook his head and explained:
"What Lord Jingni said is correct; there was indeed something inappropriate."
But this is not the Ghost Street of Lin'an. It is directly managed by the Zhang family and the Buddha, so they will not break their own rules.
Everything in Mangshan Ghost Street is under the control of the Queen Mother of the West, so Zhang should not say more.
As for the reason, Lady Jingni, being a top-tier assassin of the Luo Wang organization, should also know the reason.
Although Mangshan Ghost Street is also under the Zhang family's jurisdiction, its hierarchy is unlike that of Lin'an Prefecture, which is primarily based on business. Here, the Ghost Street has a strict hierarchy, and the Zhang family only audits the accounts; everything else is handled by the Queen Mother of the West.