Chapter 26: Second Generation Disciples

Kong Xuan led the Second Generation Disciples of the Jie Sect as they flew toward Wu State, numbering several thousand. The Jie Sect had the largest number of Second Generation Disciples, but there was a vast disparity among them; the weakest were only at the early stage of Heaven Immortal, not even reaching the Golden Immortal realm. Thus, many Second Generation Disciples were far inferior to the outstanding Third Generation Disciples, yet there were also many top-tier experts. Figures like Kong Xuan, Yunxiao, Duobao, Wudang, Jinling, and Zhao Gongming were all super-experts who had reached the Quasi-Sage level.

The soldiers of Wu State were shocked to see the large group flying toward them and immediately reported to Shen Gongbao: "Report to the National Master, several thousand people are flying through the air toward Wu State; it is unclear whether they are friend or foe."

Upon hearing this, Shen Gongbao knew it was the Second Generation Disciples of the Jie Sect who had arrived, so he hurriedly gathered the Third Generation Disciples to go out and welcome them.

When he saw the leaders, he immediately cupped his hands and said: "Shen Gongbao greets the senior brothers. Is it time for the Second Generation Disciples to enter the fray so soon?"

Kong Xuan replied: "Yes, the Grandmaster has already sensed that the Second Generation Disciples of Buddhism have been mobilized, so he ordered us to come and help you defeat the Second Generation Disciples of Buddhism."

Shen Gongbao hurriedly said: "Then I must trouble you, senior brothers. You must be tired from flying here. Someone, prepare a banquet to host the senior brothers of the Jie Sect, and arrange rooms for them to stay."

"Junior brother, you are too polite; we are all fellow disciples, there is no need for this," Kong Xuan said.

Shen Gongbao thought to himself that just because you don't mind doesn't mean others don't, and continued: "This is only proper, senior brother, please do not decline."

"Since that is the case, you arrange it as you see fit."

After speaking, Shen Gongbao led them through the gate, and then everyone went about their own business.

"Grandmaster, you have come? Your disciple has not disgraced you; almost every time we have appeared in public, it was us who did the work." Liuer hurriedly walked up to Kong Xuan to boast about their achievements.

"Yes, I have seen your performance; it was good, and you have displayed the prestige of the Kong Xuan lineage. However, do not be arrogant; there are many who are stronger than you. Even your Grandmaster cannot guarantee he can enter the top one hundred experts in the world." Kong Xuan first praised them, then warned them.

"Yes, disciple understands. But with Grandmaster's strength, you cannot enter the top one hundred?" Yuan Hong asked in confusion. After all, in his eyes, Kong Xuan's strength was like a mountain standing before them, and he always felt small in front of Kong Xuan.

"Yes, the waters of the Prehistoric World are very deep; it is not as calm as it appears on the surface. But you must not look down on your own strength; after all, there is still a large gap between the time you have cultivated and some old monsters. If you are willing to work hard, your achievements will surely surpass theirs," Kong Xuan said profoundly.

"Yes, Grandmaster, we will definitely work hard to improve our strength and will not lose face for the Kong Xuan lineage," the three monkeys replied in unison.

Anan said to the person in front of him with a look of shame: "I am sorry, Grandmaster, I have disgraced you and failed to win honor for you."

Duobao looked at Anan before him and said: "Do not speak of these things. After all, your aptitude is not very good, and your achievements today are the result of your diligence and hard work. Let them be arrogant for a few days; they won't have much longer to jump around anyway." It was unknown who exactly Duobao meant by "them."

Xiqi, the imperial capital of the Zhou Kingdom.

Jiang Ziya looked at the arrivals before him with a smile and said: "With all the senior brothers arriving, I, your junior brother, had some matters to attend to and came out late. I hope you senior brothers will not mind."

Guangchengzi looked at Jiang Ziya and said: "It is fine. You have been working hard for the affairs of our sect, how could we blame you? The Second Generation Disciples of Buddhism have already arrived at Chaoge, and the disciples of the Jie Sect have likely arrived at Wu State. Now it is a struggle between us Second Generation Disciples; you can let the Third Generation Disciples relax."

Jiang Ziya was surprised to hear that they had to send out the Second Generation experts for a real confrontation so soon, but he said nothing.

He simply invited the Twelve Golden Immortals of the Chan Sect into the mansion, hurriedly sent people to arrange their accommodations, and ordered meals to be prepared.

Chaoge, the imperial capital of the Shang Dynasty.

Xiaomianfo looked at the Buddhist experts who had arrived and pressed his palms together: "Amitabha, with the arrival of you senior brothers to assist, Buddhism will surely not fail again. I have been ineffective in my assistance, leading to the constant loss of cities for the Shang Dynasty."

Maitreya, who was in front, said: "The loss of cities is not your fault. Buddhism could certainly not resist the alliance of the Jie Sect and the Chan Sect, and our Buddhism does not have any outstanding Third Generation Disciples."

"Thank you for your comfort, senior brother. Well then, please come in and rest." Xiaomianfo led the various Buddhas and Bodhisattvas into the mansion.

Inside the palace of Wu State.

"Come, to celebrate the arrival of you senior brothers, I will drink a cup first to thank you all for coming to help." Shen Gongbao raised his wine cup first and drained it in one gulp.

"Come, fellow junior brothers, as the eldest senior brother, I will first toast Junior Brother Shen Gongbao to thank him for his dedication and tireless work for the future of the Jie Sect. I believe that our Jie Sect will surely achieve final victory." After Shen Gongbao finished speaking, Duobao raised the wine cup in his hand to toast Shen Gongbao.

Shen Gongbao repeatedly claimed he did not deserve it and that this was what he should do, then raised his cup and drank.

"Great Immortals, I, Jiang Hengchu, was only able to become king with the support of the Jie Sect, so I also toast you all here. I hope you will help me conquer the world, and when that time comes, I will surely have the kingdom I rule offer tribute to you all," Jiang Hengchu said excitedly. The arrival of the Jie Sect's Second Generation Disciples seemed to show him the prospect of unifying the world.

"King Wu is too polite. We have our own selfish motives for supporting you, but we will definitely not leave you to fend for yourself. Come, everyone, toast King Wu," Shen Gongbao said.

The Second Generation Disciples of the Jie Sect all raised their cups to toast King Wu. The banquet ended in such a celebratory atmosphere, and the Second Generation Disciples returned to the rooms Shen Gongbao had arranged for them to rest, preparing for the great collision of Second Generation Disciples tomorrow.

Kong Xuan lay in his room looking at the ceiling, thinking about the final confrontation to come, and slowly fell asleep. Tomorrow would be the first battle where the Second Generation Disciples would take the stage.

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