"Preside over the city?"
Zhang Xuan raised his eyebrows. He was very surprised by Yun Zhongtian's words.
All the major cities in the Great Zhou Dynasty belonged to the Imperial Court in name. Even with great strength, they had to listen to the orders of the Imperial Court in name.
Although this was only in name, not many sects would really listen to the orders of the Imperial Court, no sect dared to openly oppose the Imperial Court.
At this time, using the name of the Mount Song Sect to hold down the city and protect those sects without Connate Realm experts was equivalent to directly rebelling against the Imperial Court.
Was this alliance not planning to leave any leeway with the Imperial Court?
Noticing the flash of doubt in Zhang Xuan's eyes, Yun Zhongtian immediately explained,
"We had no choice. Because the Spirit Stream Sect was destroyed, everyone in the alliance was in a state of panic. Many sects lost confidence in the alliance. At this time, we can't retreat."
"This is the most likely solution to the crisis after discussion with the various sects. However, there are limited Connate Realm experts, so we need you to take action."
According to the intentions of Yun Zhongtian and the various sects, all the sects were to move to places that were competing with each other in terms of distance. They were to gather in a few large cities and let Connate experts guard each city.
The Imperial Court wanted to use the method of exterminating the Spirit Stream Sect to destroy the sects that did not have a Connate expert holding down the fort. They would definitely not be able to succeed.
After all, Connate experts were powerful. Even if the Imperial Court had a deep foundation, they would have to pay a huge price if they attacked a Connate expert. Yun Zhongtian believed that the Imperial Court would not continue to act rashly.
Hearing Yun Zhongtian's explanation, Zhang Xuan immediately understood what he meant. It had to be said that this method was very suitable for the current crisis of the major sects.
Although he did not want to participate, he had enjoyed the resources of the Mount Song Sect after all. When he needed to fulfill his obligations, Zhang Xuan could not refuse.
"Alright, tell me where you need me to preside over."
Zhang Xuan did not care about this. Whether it was at Mount Song Sect or other cities, it was the same to him.
"Liyang City, 10,000 miles away from Anyang City."
Yun Zhongtian said solemnly.
Zhang Xuan nodded and agreed. He packed up briefly and set off with the little leopard.
However, Zhang Xuan did not go to Liyang City alone. Mount Song Sect sent a group of disciples to escort him.
Although it was said to be escorting, they were actually to be Zhang Xuan's assistants. After all, Zhang Xuan was the nominal First Elder of the Mount Song Sect, and his status was only below Sect Master Yun Zhongtian.
Moreover, Zhang Xuan was going to Liyang City to help the Mount Song Sect. The sect master could not let Zhang Xuan do everything himself. Only with a few disciples running errands could Zhang Xuan feel the importance of the Mount Song Sect.
The group took less than two days to arrive at Liyang City.
This city was comparable to Anyang City. Moreover, there were many sects in the city. On the surface, it belonged to the Imperial Court, but it had always been controlled by a few large sects.
When Zhang Xuan arrived with the disciples of the Mount Song Sect, the major sects and officials in the city were already waiting at the city gate and greeted him respectfully.
"Greetings, Elder Zhang."
A few first-rate experts and officials in charge of the city bowed to Zhang Xuan apologetically.
From their excited expressions, it could be seen that they sincerely welcomed Zhang Xuan's arrival.
Especially the first-rate experts. When they saw Zhang Xuan, they heaved a sigh of relief.
The main reason was that the Imperial Court had exterminated the Spirit Stream Sect with lightning speed. The pressure on these people was too great. In the past few days, it could be said that these people could not sleep or eat in peace, afraid that the Imperial Court would attack them.
Now that Zhang Xuan, who was at the Connate Realm, was here to hold down the fort, they did not have to be on tenterhooks like before.
Seeing how excited everyone was, Zhang Xuan smiled and nodded.
"Everyone's current situation doesn't require much of me. I'm sure you know better than me that we need to work together to ensure that no one will be slaughtered by the Imperial Court."
Zhang Xuan did not come here to fight against the Imperial Court. He only agreed to come here to preside over out of obligation.
What he said just now was to tell everyone not to place all their hopes on him alone. Whether they could withstand the suppression of the Imperial Court required everyone to work together.
After all, he was not familiar with these people and did not have any friendship with them. It was obviously impossible for him to do his best for these irrelevant people.
His purpose here was to intimidate and pressure the Imperial Court.
"We understand. We will definitely follow Elder Zhang closely and protect the city."
Everyone hurriedly bowed and replied.
No matter what Zhang Xuan said, these people would not have any objections. Instead, they would listen to him.
After all, if they relied on themselves, they would not be able to resist the Imperial Court's suppression. Only Zhang Xuan, who was at the Connate realm, had the ability to resist the Imperial Court.
Zhang Xuan exchanged pleasantries with everyone and instructed them to do their jobs. Then, he went straight to the City Lord Manor and took over Liyang City.
However, Zhang Xuan only took over in name and did not interfere with anything. Just like at Mount Song Sect, he refined pills every day and strolled around the city. His days were as calm as ever.
As the alliance reacted, the Imperial Court did not continue to attack the major sects. The pugilistic world, which was originally filled with panic, slowly regained its peace.
However, this peace did not last long. The Imperial Court, who was unwilling to give up, quickly made a new move.
That night, the quiet Liyang City was broken by a few angry roars.
"Enemy attack! The Imperial Court is here!"
An angry roar tore through the night sky and resounded throughout Liyang City.
In the next moment, countless figures rushed out from all directions and quickly gathered at the source of the voice.
A figure was seen wandering among the major sects like a ghost under the night sky. Every time he attacked, a figure would be sent flying.
A few first-rate experts could not stop this figure even when they joined forces.
In the City Lord Manor, Zhang Xuan frowned when he heard the commotion outside.
Although he was not at the scene, he could feel that the battle outside was very intense. Especially when he sensed that a few first-rate experts had been injured, Zhang Xuan frowned even more.
This person was actually a Connate expert!
Moreover, the other party was heading straight for the City Lord Manor where he was!
Although Zhang Xuan was a little surprised, he didn't have much of a reaction. When he came to Liyang City to hold down the fort, he had already expected what would happen today.
Although he had broken through to the Connate realm not long ago, he had never fought with a Connate expert before. Furthermore, he had not come into contact with many Connate experts. This made Zhang Xuan look forward to seeing how strong this person was.
Zhang Xuan did not wait for long. After defeating a few first-rate experts, the person quickly arrived at the City Lord Manor and appeared in front of Zhang Xuan.
"He came quite quickly."
Zhang Xuan looked at the person and chuckled.
He could feel the other party's killing intent towards him, but Zhang Xuan did not care at all.