Zhong Xiang’s face turned dark upon hearing this, and then he took out a token from his hand and handed it to Chen Xu: "Go and dispatch my five hundred armored warriors."
Chen Xu took the command token and instinctively glanced at Zhang Chen, seeing Zhang Chen nod slightly, he then smiled and said: "Don’t worry, Your Excellency, I’ll take care of it for you right away."
As Chen Xu walked away, Zhang Chen turned his gaze back from his retreating figure into the darkness: "What do you plan to do with him?"
"This person is somewhat of a figure in the Martial World and does have some skills. Killing him would be a bit of a waste. But if word gets out about my embarrassment today, it will damage my reputation. It’s better to hold him under my command for now, making the most of him," Zhong Xiang looked at Zhang Chen with an unmistakable tone: "I know you caught him first, and he should logically be considered your man. But since he knows about my embarrassing incident, there’s absolutely no way I can let him leave my side alive. If you insist on taking him, then he can only meet his death!"
"I’m not interested in him!" Zhang Chen smiled nonchalantly, turning to walk down the mountain: "I’m leaving first. Keep an eye on the cave entrance, and when I think of a way to lure everyone in, I’ll notify you."
"How can I contact you?" Zhong Xiang watched Zhang Chen’s back with hatred, his fists clenching tightly inside his sleeves, asking without showing any emotion.
In this vast sea of people, if Zhang Chen were to vanish into the crowd, with that kid’s skills, how could he find his tracks? It seems that avenging himself in this lifetime would be hopeless.
Stopping his steps, Zhang Chen turned to look at Zhong Xiang. The look in his eyes made Zhong Xiang feel guilty, prompting him to explain hurriedly: "Don’t get me wrong, I was just thinking if there are any situations within the tomb, or if I find a way to break the curse, or if I think of how to lure everyone into the underground tomb, how should I notify you?"
"I think you’d best not contact me; not seeing you is the greatest peace of mind for me. If there’s anything, I’ll naturally find you. After all, you’re so flamboyant, moving with a large group, so it’s not hard to track you down."
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With that, Zhang Chen disappeared into the darkness, leaving Zhong Xiang standing in place, grinding his teeth in anger. "Who is this kid? I wonder if Chen Xu knows." Zhong Xiang mumbled standing there.
Meanwhile, as Zhang Chen walked through the darkness, he knew in his heart that Chen Xu was aware of his identity. If there were really urgent matters, Zhong Xiang wouldn’t find it difficult to track him down.
He had just hidden his identity merely to anger the other party. As long as Zhong Xiang didn’t reach Huangli Temple, he was safe.
As for his parents and younger siblings, they were under the protection of the Inspection and Supervision Department, and there was no way Zhong Xiang could harm them.
Moreover, since Zhong Xiang knew his skills, he ought to realize that if he didn’t capture Zhang Chen, but went after his parents, he’d only bring more trouble on himself.
After all, considering the Zhong Family’s vast influence and people spread across the Great Victory realm, if Zhang Chen started assassinating, who knows how many deaths and injuries would occur. Zhong Xiang wouldn’t dare break the rules first.
"This curse is truly a huge trouble," Zhang Chen strolled through the woods, his mind flashing with numerous thoughts.
"So, if one is cursed by the Cursed Demon God, how can the curse be broken?" Zhang Chen inquired of the Great Freedom Celestial Demon. Such matters could only be consulted with the Great Freedom Celestial Demon.
The Great Freedom Celestial Demon emerged from Zhang Chen’s palm, transforming from a lotus petal into a human form, looking at Zhang Chen with a gloating expression: "Kid, why are you suddenly asking me this? Could it be that you’ve been cursed by the Cursed Demon God?"
"I’m asking you a question, have you forgotten about the power of the Nine Bends Yellow River Array?" Zhang Chen’s eyes bore into the Great Freedom Celestial Demon.
Upon hearing this, the smile on the Great Freedom Celestial Demon’s face faded, and under Zhang Chen’s cold gaze, a shiver ran through his body. He smiled bitterly and said: "Once you’re cursed by the Cursed Demon God, there are only two ways to break the curse."
"What are the two ways?" Zhang Chen asked.
"The first is for the Cursed Demon God to personally lift your curse. The second is to find the legendary Blessing Jade."
As the Great Freedom Celestial Demon spoke, he discreetly observed Zhang Chen’s expression, thinking to himself: "Well, Zhang Chen, seems like you’ve met your match now, huh? Serves you right for tormenting me, this is your bad luck!"
"The Blessing Jade? What’s that?" Zhang Chen inquired.
The Great Freedom Celestial Demon shrugged: "I’ve never seen the Blessing Jade myself, only heard mentions of it. The Blessing Jade can neutralize the power of the Cursed Demon God."
Zhang Chen pressed further: "Where is this Blessing Jade?"
"I’ve heard that the Blessing Jade was the supreme treasure of the ’Nvwa Moon Mother Country.’ This divine jade can bless living beings, strip the aura of gods and demons, bestow blessings, eliminate disasters, and offer prayers. It holds incredible uses.
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Later, the Nvwa Moon Mother Country was destroyed by the Shegu Country, and the Blessing Jade disappeared without a trace or any clue." The Great Freedom Celestial Demon wasn’t withholding information, after all, the Nvwa Moon Mother Country had long vanished into the dust of history. As dynasties rose and fell multiple times, the treasures of the Nvwa Moon Mother Country had vanished into history’s dust, and even he had no idea, how could Zhang Chen possibly find it?
"Nvwa Moon Mother Country?" Zhang Chen murmured thoughtfully upon hearing this, transforming into a bat and disappearing into the mountains. When he reappeared, he was already in the city.
The inn was already closed, and the entire street was under curfew. So, Zhang Chen went directly to the county office, found a room to sleep in, and waited until the next morning. When breakfast was being prepared, he instructed the Fox Spirit to bring all the dishes meant for County Magistrate Gou Chun to him. After eating his fill, he left in a misty form, going to the inn to rent a room and pondered how to attract all the strong human race experts there.
"The aura of that Feng Shui Grand Array has leaked and alarmed the city’s experts. They must have noticed the anomaly, but due to the pervasive thunderclouds, they haven’t had the opportunity to enter the tomb yet. Now, I just need to provide a clear coordinate for everyone and attract them there."
Thinking of this, Zhang Chen got a sinister idea: "Perhaps I can take this opportunity to set Zhong Xiang up."
"I might as well spread a rumor, saying that Zhong Xiang discovered the entrance to the tomb and has already dug through the passage, hidden by a tent. When those folks inevitably approach Zhong Xiang for confirmation, given his character, he would definitely refuse to let them inspect the camp. Conflicts would arise, attracting countless enemies to Zhong Xiang, causing trouble for the Zhong Family. In future disputes with Zhong Xiang, it can ease off some pressure," Zhang Chen said with a smirk.
Zhong Xiang, setting up tents in the mountains, could have never anticipated that Zhang Chen was so scheming. Otherwise, he would want to swallow Zhang Chen whole. When he asked Zhang Chen to think of a way, he never thought Zhang Chen would dig a pit just for him.
"But how can I spread the news so that everyone believes it?" Zhang Chen pondered: "Three people make a tiger. As long as the rumors are widespread, someone will eventually want to verify it."
"However, spreading rumors is a technical task," Zhang Chen’s mind raced, first thinking of Xie Lingyun. With Xie Lingyun’s ability, spreading rumors far and wide wouldn’t be difficult.
But if I ask Xie Lingyun for help, he would surely develop some suspicions, and if the court intervenes in the tomb’s creation, what’s left for me?
"Perhaps I should employ some storytellers to promote Zhong Xiang a bit?" Zhang Chen decided, and then went to find some storytellers.
However, half a day later, Zhang Chen stood disappointed on a street corner, muttering angrily: "Internet novels have misguided me. Once I brought up making rumors about Zhong Xiang, the storytellers ran away frightened, looking at me as if I were a madman."
"At this point, I’ll have to come up with a new plan." Zhang Chen’s eyes reflected a moment of contemplation. The storyteller approach was a dead end, meaning he had to seek new options, like hungry beggars on the brink of starvation, albeit requiring careful planning on how to utilize them.