Chapter 1625: Plotting Against King Taishan

Once more, the Chief Libationist became famous.

He was extremely famous to begin with, but that didn’t stop his renown from climbing to a new level.

Right now, the Chief Libationist was practically a myth in the

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, and a god in the people’s heart.

No one was more famous than him.

No one was more prestigious than him.

Unfortunately, the good usually did not live long.

The Chief Libationist was going to die soon.

It wasn’t just an empty rumor either. Countless people had bore witness to his collapse.

For the sake of the people, the Chief Libationist had borrowed the power of the Heavenly Way to expel the evils and purify the filth. In doing so, he had accosted much of his lifespan and aged decades in an instant. Now, he was not long for this world.

It was tragic and lamentable.

The people should be celebrating their peace and prosperity right now, but the reality was that they were absorbed in deep sorrow.

Male or female, old and young. They were all wearing severe, mournful expressions. They were all rushing to their temples and monasteries to light the altar lamps and pray to their gods. They were all praying for the Chief Libationist’s health and hoping that he would live as eternally as the heavens.

They knew very well that their actions might be pointless and futile. Still, it was the only thing they could do for the Chief Libationist.

For a time, everyone under the heavens and above the ground were weeping for the Chief Libationist.

However, the person they were mourning was not doing as bad as they thought he was. In fact, he was currently sitting in the Happiness Pavilion and drinking with the Old Heavenly Master, Dragon Subjugating Zen Master, Haotian Hong, Xuanyuan Wang, Yue Hanhai, Long-browed Divine Monk, Princess Royal Furi, Divine Master Cang Xu, Xiahou Zun and more.

Although the Chief Libationist’s hair was completely white, his body looked strong, and his complexion looked healthy. He did not look nearly as old, decrepit, and dying as he did after the ritual.

“Yinghu, how could you do this to us? Do you know how long this old Taoist has wept for you?”

The Old Heavenly Master set down his wine cup and stared at the Chief Libationist. “Start talking. What is going on here?”

“Ahem... I admit that I am in the wrong here. I am sincerely sorry for my act back then, and I humbly ask for your forgiveness.”

The Chief Libationist got up to his feet and apologized to everyone first before explaining, “To be honest, this is all thanks to Brother Haotian, Brother Xuanyuan, and Brother Yue. Had I tried to borrow the power of the Heavenly Way and purify the evils alone, then I would definitely be dead already. But thanks to them supporting me with the Clear Sky Mirror, Xuanyuan Sword and the Earthly Sovereign Bell, I did not suffer nearly as much backlash as I should have.”

“I truly do not deserve the praise I am currently receiving when Brother Haotian, Brother Xuanyuan, and Brother Yue also bore much of the burden. I would even say that their merits are greater than mine.”

“You flatter us, Chief Libationist. We are simply doing what we must.” The three sect masters responded in kind, “Besides, this merit belongs to everyone, doesn’t it?”

The Chief Libationist let out a chuckle. “Hahaha... you are right. I was being shallow.”

“I see!” Everyone else exclaimed in realization. The Clear Sky Mirror, Xuanyuan Sword, and Earthly Sovereign Bell were all sacred artifacts of the Human Way possessing the great power of the Human Way. It would save the Chief Libationist much energy and backlash if they were supporting him. They should have realized it sooner.

“Amitabha, I am glad you are fine.” The Dragon Subjugating Zen Master chanted before asking, “So, did you put on that performance to trick King Taishan?”

The Chief Libationist paid him a compliment, “A wise deduction, Zen Master.” He hadn’t tried to hide the fact that he was conspiring against King Taishan from the Dragon Subjugating Zen Master or Old Heavenly Master. It was impossible anyway. However, he did not tell them that he intended to borrow the power of the Heavenly Way to purify the continent. Their reactions wouldn’t be as genuine otherwise.

“What does this have to do with King Taishan?” Xiahou Zun sounded confused.

Divine Master Cang Xu seemed to have guessed the truth though. “Are you planning to deal with King Taishan, mister?”

Everyone subconsciously looked at the old scholar after hearing this.

The Chief Libationist nodded and admitted honestly, “I am.”

Almost everyone was surprised by the Chief Libationist’s answer. At the same time, they finally guessed why the Chief Libationist had requested them all to gather here today. It was to recruit them as help against King Taishan.

Of course, non-Chu citizens such as Princess Royal Furi, Divine Master Cang Xu, Xiahou Zun and more were displeased by this. They felt that this was a classic example of give an inch and take a mile.

Although the Chief Libationist had used them to purify the God Continent earlier, they wholeheartedly supported his efforts. Yes, the biggest benefactor of the Chief Libationist’s effort was obviously Chu and the people of Chu, but the people of Yan, Qi and Wei had undoubtedly benefited from the gesture as well.

Besides, their contributions did not really hurt them. At worst, they lost some blood essence that could be replenished in just a matter of days.

Plotting against King Taishan was a completely different story though.

For one, it was the Chief Libationist who shared a grudge with King Taishan, not them. Why should they help him settle his score?

This made no sense even if he was the most respected man in the entire world.

Two, King Taishan was an ancient natural deity and the master of the old Fengdu. Actually, scratch that, he was still the master of Fengdu today. Tackling King Taishan wasn’t just a monumental task, it was a task that could kill them if they weren’t careful.

Naturally, they were all feeling displeased and hesitant.

“Hahaha... patience, people. Allow me to say my piece first.” The Chief Libationist could guess their thoughts, of course. He began, “I am not tackling King Taishan because of personal or national grievances. I am tackling him for the sake of humanity.” The Chief Libationist proceeded to tell them about the Four Evils and King Taishan’s grand conspiracy.

Everyone fell silent and grew a headache after listening to the Chief Libationist’s story until the end.

If what he said was true, then this definitely wasn’t a matter of personal grievances. It was something that concerned the lives of everyone who lived on this Earth. Without exaggeration, the fate of the entire God Continent was at stake. Everyone would be impacted if the Four Evils truly escaped their shackles.

Worse, King Taishan was involved in this matter. How could they not have a headache? A few breaths of silence later, Divine Master Cang Xu asked, “Are you sure what you said is the truth, mister?”

The Chief Libationist replied, “Of course. I wouldn’t lie about such a thing.”

“We can prove that this is the truth,” Xuanyuan Wang interjected at the appropriate moment, and no one doubted the authenticity of the news anymore.

“Don’t worry. I won’t force you to commit to such a monumental mission.” The Chief Libationist looked at the solemn group. “I will not take offense or anything if you are unwilling to be a part of it either. I simply ask that you forget about this after you leave this place.”

“Please don’t misunderstand, Chief Libationist. We are not quiet because we are hesitating.” It was at this moment Pure Yang Trueman of the True Martial Sect spoke up, “As you said, King Taishan has committed an unforgivable crime by plotting against humanity. It is our natural duty to exterminate an existential threat like him. There is no reason for this poor Taoist to reject your request for help.”

“This poor monk is simply worried about King Taishan himself and the threat he posed!”

Everyone nodded in agreement as well.