Urban Martial Saint

Chapter 2036 - 36: The Situation Under Heaven

Ye Qing's questions were met with complete ignorance by Fu Qingping. Although Huangfu Ziyu was sent away by the Wolf Monk, before Huangfu Ziyu even descended the mountain, the Wolf Monk hurried back to save Fu Qingping. As for which path Huangfu Ziyu took to leave afterwards, he was entirely unaware, not to mention the events that followed.In fact, Fu Qingping did not return directly to Shenchuan City after leaving Mount Duwang. He wandered outside for a while and only recently returned to Shenchuan City. During his time outside, he made significant improvements in his abilities. Originally, he intended to stay in Shenchuan City for some time to re-evaluate everything he had realized. However, upon arriving in Shenchuan City, he encountered such events—first Huangfu Ziyu's disappearance, then Ye Qing being captured and taken to Beimang Mountain. So, he hastily rushed to Beimang Mountain to rescue Ye Qing and simultaneously test his recent progress using Nalan Jingwei and the church as trial opponents.

Although Fu Qingping emerged victorious from this battle, he was still somewhat dissatisfied with his progress. After all, he was still a distance away from breaking through the shackles of the peak master. And now, only half a month remains before the battle at Mount Tai between Shijia and the Immortal Lord. Fu Qingping is to fight in place of Shijia. This time, the Immortal Lord will certainly be well-prepared, with all his powers restored to their peak state—far stronger than during the previous confrontation at the Gate of the Dead. For Fu Qingping to defeat him, he must first break through the peak shackles, otherwise, it would be a battle sentenced to death.

Fortunately, having just witnessed Ye Qing's integration of Wu Tianchi's martial arts concepts into his sword moves, Fu Qingping gained some insights, enhancing his strength significantly, boosting his confidence.

With no valuable information retrieved, Ye Qing felt deeply concerned. He did not linger on Beimang Mountain and hastily followed Fu Qingping out of the mountain. Helian Tiehua's private plane was conveniently waiting, flying Ye Qing and Wu Tianchi back to Shenchuan City by that evening.

During this period, Fu Qingping did not concern himself with other matters, devoting all his energy solely to improving his capabilities. Hence, he was not well-informed about the current situation. Fortunately, members of the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance were on the plane, enabling Ye Qing to roughly grasp the current circumstances from their conversations.

The Sky Fourth Hall among the Twelve Green Halls had already entered Huaxia and had several direct confrontations with the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance. Under Helian Tiehua's leadership and Heavenly Master Lin Xuan Yue's personal guidance of the Sky Fourth Hall, both sides engaged in fierce battles with outcomes favoring neither party conclusively. The war continued, although members at higher levels refrained from participating, focusing instead on preparations concerning the Heaven, Earth, and Man Three Gates.

The enmity between the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance and Twelve Green Halls stemmed from centuries past. In the present epoch, determining right from wrong matters little, as it is purely a generational feud extending over hundreds of years. Consequently, despite the complex landscape, neither side halts the conflict, intending to fight until the end. Moreover, based on past experiences, the fight would cease with the opening of the Heaven, Earth, and Man Three Gates, awaiting the next great battle.

However, this time was somewhat unique due to the Era of the Turmoil of the Three Stars of Sirius, where the Heaven, Earth, and Man Three Gates would encounter an unprecedented major event. Hence, many peak masters secluded themselves simply to survive into this era, awaiting the great event of the Heaven, Earth, and Man Three Gates to discover opportunities for prolonged life. Obviously, both the Twelve Green Halls and the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance emphasized the upcoming opening of the Heaven, Earth, and Man Three Gates significantly. Hence, the top experts were not participating in their conflict, instead fully preparing for the gates.

To unlock the Heaven, Earth, and Man Three Gates, two essentials are needed, the first being the three maps controlled by the Twelve Green Halls. These three maps collectively are the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map, which displays the location to unlock the Heaven, Earth, and Man Three Gates. Historically, the gates' position was unfixed, changing with each opening. Given Huaxia's vastness, finding the gates without maps is impossible. Hence, maps are crucial to locate the gates.

Secondly, the seven keys are imperative to unlock the Heaven, Earth, and Man Three Gates. Without assembling all seven keys, even with the gates located, opening them remains unattainable. Therefore, these maps and keys are pivotal, without which the gates cannot be accessed.

Consequently, many peak masters focus their attention on these maps and keys.

Moreover, even Sha Men suffered several attacks during this period. While the Bloody Monk was away, the Killing Gate Seven Hidden were ambushed, with several nearly losing their lives. Fortunately, the indomitable presence of White-haired Ding San persisted, safeguarding the six keys currently owned by Sha Men. Due to this incident, Bloody Monk challenged three peak masters, killed one, severely injured two, granting brief peace for Sha Men. Yet, this tranquility is temporary; no significant movement occurred around the Heaven Earth Man Tri-Map. Many understand the distance to the gates' opening remains, hence avoiding early acquisition of these items to prevent becoming a target. Only when the map indicates the position, revealing proximity, would contest begin in earnest to seize the chance to enter the gates.

As for the Twelve Green Halls, although not ambushed, experts worldwide held them under vigilant observation. Despite Heavenly Master Lin Xuan Yue personally overseeing operations, many were willing to gamble for opportunities at such risks. Considering Lin Xuan Yue only as a peak master without surpassing counterparts, his deterrence towards others is less pronounced.

On the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance's side, they once controlled seven keys. However, events two decades past dispersed the keys, six now held by Sha Men. The Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance refrained from attempting to reclaim these keys from Sha Men since they control the essential Sun Shooting Bow, which guarantees their chance to contend for the gates.

However, Huangfu Ziyu's disappearance worried the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance. Given the Sun Shooting Bow's crucial role, her vanishing undoubtedly relates to it unfailingly. Hence, not only the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance but many peak masters globally focused on this mysterious incident, striving to unveil the whereabouts of the Sun Shooting Bow!

En route on the plane, Ye Qing acquired an approximate understanding of Huaxia's current scenario. By the time they reached Shenchuan City, darkness had fully set in. Currently, few experts reside within Shenchuan City, including Helian Tiehua's absence. And regarding Sha Men, following misadventures, the Bloody Monk carried all its members along when venturing outside. Incidentally, none of Sha Men were within Shenchuan City this time, leaving Ye Qing to first head towards the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance.

The plane landed directly within the Seven Steering Committees of Hong Alliance's manor. Upon disembarking, Ye Qing discerned several individuals standing distantly. Leading the group was Ye Jun. Beside Ye Jun stood Black Bear Liu Mubai, Li Lianshan, Zhao Chengshuang, among others, all whom Ye Qing considered his closest brothers here.

Seeing Ye Jun, Ye Qing's eyes reddened slightly. Originally coming to Shenchuan City to find his brother, amidst doubts of his survival leading to meetings in perilous conditions, he eventually found him. Despite Ye Jun's loss of a hand and a leg, he stood defiantly without support from nearby peers, showcasing his persistent and resilient character.

The group stood watching the plane intently. Once Ye Qing alighted, joy enveloped everyone present.

"Finally returned!" Li Lianshan exhaled in relief, continuing, "Damn it, leaving last time felt like a farewell, giving me a scare."

"It's good to be back, good to be back," Zhao Chengshuang reflected repeatedly, urging Ye Jun, "Junzi, hurry over there."

Ye Jun stared fixedly at Ye Qing, unmoving, seemingly oblivious to Zhao Chengshuang's words. Only after a while did he regain focus, striding decisively toward Ye Qing.

Noticing Ye Jun's demeanor, Ye Qing was somewhat surprised; wasn't he missing a leg? Upon closer inspection, both of Ye Jun's legs appeared intact. Yet, his limp indicated prosthetics likely installed by Li Lianshan and others.

Observing his sole sibling, Ye Qing was overcome with emotion. He hastened forward, clashing with Ye Jun. Despite Ye Jun's former resilience and strength, this instance saw him unable to restrain tears. Ye Qing felt likewise, his eyes moist from reconnecting with his blood-bound younger brother, an inseverable familial bond.

Two brothers for one lifetime, isn't that precisely what they were?

Seeing the brothers embracing and crying uncontrollably, no bystanders intruded upon their reunion. All acknowledged Ye Qing's arduous quest for Ye Jun, recognizing their profound brotherly bond. Although they had previously met at Western Province's Huang Family Manor amidst danger, interruptions hindered conversations. This occasion marked true safe reunion, evident in their heartfelt expressions.