Chapter 125 Major General Long Ji
As Long Yu and Bu Xing approached the group of warriors standing outside the gate, they dispersed and made way for the two. No one dared to stop them or stand in their way.
However, a middle-aged man dressed in fur coat stepped forward and arrived next to Long Yu and Bu Xing.
“You two gentlemen want to enter Tang Mountain Pa.s.s to fight the Mongolian invaders?”
That middle-aged man’s voice contained a trace of dignity, coupled with his eyes which revealed perseverance. One could see that he was a tough guy.
“You are?”
Bu Xing stopped and asked aloud.
“My name is Pond Snow.”
The middle-aged man smiled and replied: “Everybody here has elected me as their temporary leader, but it is such a pity that Major General won’t let us partic.i.p.ate in war. It looks like you two little brothers have extraordinary cultivation. Are you core disciples of some major sect? I do not know whether that dragon general will listen, but can you two try and talk to him to allow these pa.s.sionate men to fight with the enemy?”
(Mystique: Long = Dragon)
“Well, I’m afraid we cannot help you with that.”
Bu Xing shook his head.
Major General Long Ji would never take them seriously.
Long Ji had a valid strategic reason to prevent these warriors from going on the frontlines, so Bu Xing did not have the slightest chance of convincing him otherwise.
In fact, if the sovereign of Zhentian Sect was to come and talk to him, even he would be unable to change Long Ji’s mind.
“Such being the case, pardon me for disturbing you two.”
Pond Snow’s face revealed a disappointed look as he stepped aside and made way for Long Yu and Bu Xing.
Long Yu was carefully observing that middle-aged man. Even though his name was very feminine, but his prestige was obvious from his abilities.
All the warriors, who had gathered there, listened to his orders because he was the strongest among them, being a warrior of Zhenling second layer!
Unfortunately, Tang Mountain Pa.s.s gates did not open to let them through and their only option was to wait. Although their cultivation level was enough to protect them from extreme cold weather in the region, such meaningless waiting was making them uncomfortable.
The displeased looks on their faces clearly indicated that they were unhappy and angry. If Pond Snow was not there to manage them then the crowd would have erupted by now.
These people wanted to fight with the enemy, though their main motive was focused on getting rewards, but in the end, they loved their nation and had a strong sense of nationalism!
However, Long Ji did not let them go on battle stage, making it unable for them to vent their anger and strong feelings.
“Brother Long, let’s go.”
Bu Xing continued to walk forward, and after reaching the gate, he shouted: “Zhentian disciples have come to help out!”
As his voice sounded, the gates finally opened a bit.
A small gap opened up between the two gates, apparently only for accommodating Long Yu and Bu Xing. Other warriors were not eligible to enter.
The two pa.s.sed through the gap between the gates and entered Tang Mountain Pa.s.s. The entire crowd of warriors was angry as they desperately wanted to serve their nation but Long Ji was being an obstacle in their path.
“This Major General Long Ji clearly does not want us to s.n.a.t.c.h the merit. That is why he is not allowing us to enter.”
“Not only that, you see, they opened the gates only for Zhentian Sect’s core disciples. This is truly infuriating!”
“If this continues, we will not need the enemy to attack and capture our nation because Long Ji’s actions will surely start a civil strife in Tang State.”
Warriors were whispering among themselves because no one would dare to speak loudly under the control of Pond Snow.
After all, these words could easily cause a great deal of trouble for all!
……
“Is this Long Ji trying to demonstrate his authority to these men?”
Long Yu narrowed his eyes and asked.
The gates opened for only two people when others were eagerly waiting for a long time. It was absolutely an insult!
“Perhaps he is.”
Bu Xing replied. Being the strongest disciple of Zhentian Sect, he was naturally unhappy about Long Ji’s rude actions!
However, one must not forget that Long Ji was the commander of 100,000 soldiers and also a descendant of famous Dragon Clan. Not to mention, he was an expert of Zhenling fourth layer and had already congealed a spirit ent.i.ty!
No matter from which perspective one would look at Long Ji, Bu Xing was not his match at all.
From birth itself, Long Ji had enjoyed best cultivation conditions and held a much greater advantage over both Bu Xing and Long Yu, especially because Long Yu started cultivating late!
Bu Xing was p.i.s.sed at Long Ji but could not be disrespectful to him.
There had been three respected and influential clans in Tang State and Dragon Clan had always been in complete control of the military authority. For example, if Dragon Clan issued an order, it could trample flat the entire Zhentian Sect.
After going further into the Tang Mountain Pa.s.s, Long Yu looked around and started observing the area.
A long and narrow city was located in the mountain pa.s.s, covered in snow and ice. All kinds of defense and offense type equipments were piled up everywhere. This small city was built specially for the army in the time of an attack and had a bleak and chilly atmosphere.
Commander’s palace was located near the city gate.
Long Ji was inside the palace and was most likely strategizing to draw out plans for next set of military actions, to be followed by one hundred thousand soldiers.
Now, however, several soldier formations were stationed in the city, indicating that war had not yet begun.
“Come on, let’s go meet Long Ji.”
Bu Xing moved toward commander’s palace.
Long Yu followed after him. On the way, they saw soldiers patrolling the area surrounding the palace with vigilant looks on their faces.
However, after seeing the ident.i.ty tokens of Zhentian Sect on their waists, they eventually relaxed and stepped aside.
They went straight to the commander’s palace and no one stopped them along the way.
Soon, they arrived in the main hall of the commander’s palace.
Long Yu took a look inside the hall and saw a youth clad in a golden armor, shouldering a long spear, and chatting with a few military generals, drinking and laughing together, enjoying leisure in the best way possible!
The face of the youth in golden armor looked somewhat similar to Long Yu and naturally was Long Ji!
Long Yu entered the hall and his figure fell into the visions of all military generals, including Long Ji!
“Look, we have got some honored guests here.”
Long Ji’s proud face revealed a touch of ridicule. It was very obvious that he had figured out Long Yu’s ident.i.ty in one glance!
The three military generals, sitting beside Long Ji, were the experts of Zhenling third layer and immediately smiled at Long Ji’s comment.
“Honored guest? Not necessarily right, I say. More like the child of a traitor.”
A bald general said with disgust and clear disdain spread all over his face. It was apparent that he said so to please Long Ji.
Who would not want to flatter a youth who belonged to the famous Dragon Clan and was the commander of 100,000 soldiers at such a young age? Not to mention, he was a level above all these generals.
In the future, Long Ji was definitely going to become Tang State’s top level powerhouse!
“Yes, his father committed treason in the past by collaborating with the enemy and was expelled from Tang State. I am afraid that even his son is up to no good, in my opinion, we must keep an eye on him.”
Another general with fox-like shrewd eyes looked at Long Yu and sneered aloud.
“I never imagined that I would see the great generals of Tang State pa.s.sing sarcastic comments on a citizen of Tang State. It has really disappointed me as a fellow citizen and true patriot of Tang State.”
At this time, Bu Xing suddenly said as he glared at the three generals.
He really never expected to see the three generals of Tang State sucking up to Long Ji like this.
“Who are you, insolent brat?”
The bald general suddenly got angry, pounded loudly on the table and stood up. He noticed the ident.i.ty token on Bu Xing’s waist and disdainfully said: “What has made the core disciples of Zhentian Sect become so rampant?”
“Rampant? Since when has stating the truth become a.n.a.logous to being rampant?”
Bu Xing sneered: “It seemed we have disturbed our honorable generals from enjoying their aesthetic pleasure time. Brother Long, let’s leave and let them enjoy in peace.”
Then, Bu Xing turned around to leave!
“Wait.”
Long Ji stood up and looked at Bu Xing with great interest: “You are the strongest disciple of Zhentian Sect, Bu Xing. Although you are at Zhenling third layer but you don’t seem far off from congealing your spirit ent.i.ty.”
Bu Xing glanced at him from the corners of his eyes but did not reply.
He always got annoyed when someone called his full name, even Major General Long Ji was not an exception! Only right now, he lacked strength so his only option was to bear patiently!
“Long Yu, you’re still my younger cousin so let me tell you something.”
Long Ji’s gaze shifted to Long Yu’s body and a faint smile appeared on his face: “In Dragon Clan, an eighteen-year-old boy, who has recently congealed Zhenling, is considered a waste.”
This was Long Ji’s way to bitterly humiliate Long Yu in front of everyone!
But considering Long Yu’s character, he would naturally not remain silent.
“Dragon clan, you say? You see, I do not remember that I am a member of your Dragon clan.”
Long Yu grinned and said: “Since your clan has already expelled me, I, Long Yu, will never have any relationship with your clan in the future. The very idea is ridiculous and out of the question.”
“I am meeting you for the first time and it is intriguing because no one ever has made such a statement about Dragon Clan, interesting, very interesting.”
Long Ji was smiling but was giving a scornful look to Long Yu at the same time.
Long Ji thought, who did this boy think he was? People would laugh if they heard that he did not want to have a relationship with Dragon Clan!
“Interesting, indeed, it has to be interesting.”
Long Yu indifferently said: “This world is extremely big and interesting, but I presume that you have never been out of Tang State to see for yourself, that’s why you are short-sighted and think that everyone should honor Dragon clan and keep ties with it.”
Long Yu’s reply was brutal in a way and basically placed the truth in front of Long Ji!
For Long Yu, it went without saying that the origin of Nine Hidden Dragon Mark was absolutely beyond the level of Tang State. Even his mother belonged to an unmatched powerful clan that was supposed to be beyond the scope of Tang State, let alone Dragon clan.
Trivial clans of Tang State, including Dragon clan, were nothing in Long Yu’s eyes!
He just needed time to grow and surpa.s.s Long Ji and other powerhouses of Tang State.
“You!”
Long Ji was furious at this as he did not expect to hear things against himself!
Of course, he also knew that Long Yu’s mother belonged to a tyrannical clan, far beyond the level of Dragon clan.
However, Long Ji did not think that his mother’s clan would ever recognize him!
The anger that had suddenly appeared in his eyes immediately restored to normal.
Although he hated Long Yu, but on the surface, he wanted to maintain a cool att.i.tude, after all, he was the commander of 100,000 soldiers. He couldn’t possibly kill a person who had willingly come to serve the nation? Any unjust act on his part could hurt his reputation.
He must get rid of Long Yu in secret!
Long Ji decided to not let this mess escalate and changed the topic!
“Well, since the two of you have come to defend Tang State, you will temporarily act as my soldiers.”
Long Ji waved his hand in a commanding manner: “If war breaks out, I expect you two to obey my orders!”
“That is natural, but in the meantime, I would like to ask a question.”
Long Yu stared at Long Ji and asked: “Major General, you are so busy drinking and enjoying with your generals as if there are no urgent things to do. Such being the case, I want to ask you, have you even tried to find the whereabouts of Feng Longsong, a citizen of this nation who has been kidnapped by the enemy? Don’t you realize that it brings shame upon us and our entire Tang State that the enemy got away after kidnapping an ex-general of Tang State? What if they succeed in extracting vital information about our nation from him? You should understand the gravity of situation and act as soon as possible, not for me, not for Dragon clan but for Tang State’s honor and security.”
Long Ji was left stunned because he really hadn’t sent people to rescue Feng Longsong!