The most intelligent general in the world

Chapter 189 I am a disciple of the Mohist School

Wei Wuji was unaware of the complicated thoughts in Zhang Liang's mind. Seeing that Zhang Liang was young, promising, humble and studious, he admired him even more.

Zhang Liang sincerely thanked Wei Wuji and asked directly: "Are you looking for a way to prolong your life?"

"It's not just me who wants to extend my life, but also the King of Wei's." Xinling Jun replied calmly.

Zhang Liang was slightly surprised to hear this and couldn't help laughing: "I heard that after you united the armies of the five countries to defeat Meng Ao, you began to be feared. They deprived you of your military power, which led to the failure of the five countries' plan to attack Qin. Then they kept you away from government affairs and put you in idleness."

"The King of Wei is already very old, and you still want to try to save him. Do you think that as long as the King of Wei is in power, the State of Wei can continue?" Zhang Liang continued.

"As long as I am alive, the State of Wei will not perish!" Xinling Jun responded confidently.

Sighing softly, Lord Xinling continued, "However, once the King of Wei dies, the internal power of Wei will change, and the Crown Prince will take the throne. Even if Qin does not take action, I will inevitably be purged by the Crown Prince! The current Wei State cannot withstand a civil strife, and I am already in my twilight years, and I don't want to be displaced in another country anymore."

Zhang Liang could not help but sigh with emotion. For the monarchs and dignitaries of the seven countries, maintaining the continuation of the country was the top priority. Many people were willing to sacrifice their lives and shed their blood for this goal, such as Xinling Jun and Han Fei. But in Zhang Liang's view, the seven countries were all descendants of Yan and Huang, descendants of the Chinese nation. There was no right or wrong in the civil war. Only the unification of the world was the reasonable way out. Long-term chaos would only deplete the vitality of the Chinese nation.

"I have long coveted the idea of ​​refining a pill that can extend my life, but the required medicinal materials are hard to find. In the past few days, during a transaction at Qiyi Building, I finally found several materials that can be used to refine this pill, but it can only extend my life by three years."

"And this pill has a flaw. After taking it, your vitality will be cut off after three years and there is no cure. Therefore, it is best to take it when your life is almost over. Each person can only take one pill. If you need, I can refine two for you, but I hope you won't reveal this to anyone, okay?" Zhang Liang asked Xinling Jun with a smile.

"Thank you!" Xinling Jun bowed and did not mention the price. The elixir that prolongs life is almost priceless in this world, and no treasure, no matter how precious, can be exchanged. Although the two did not discuss the price, with Xinling Jun's character and insight, he would naturally not take advantage of Zhang Liang. For possible cooperation in the future, he would even be willing to pay a higher price.

Zhang Liang did not specify when the elixir would be refined. After chatting with Xinling Jun and Zhang Kaidi for a while, he took Xinling Jun to meet Zhang Kaidi. Since the two old men were old friends, they would have more common topics.

Afterwards, Zhang Liang came to the reception room and saw Master Xu concentrating on studying the long sword he bought from Hongguang Qiyi Tower.

"Master Xu, what do you think?" Zhang Liang asked with a smile.

Master Xu looked up and saw Zhang Liang, then slowly put away his sword and said calmly: "Your method is different from the general casting technology. It seems to be unique and profound. I can't see much at the moment."

Zhang Liang smiled but did not answer.

"I have devoted my life to the study of casting techniques, but I didn't know there was such an exquisite sword-making method in the world. If I say that I want to compete with Mr. Zhang, it would seem that I am too arrogant. But I have been studying sword-making for half my life, and I have never seen such a technique. Today I have seen it, and if I don't explore its secrets, I am afraid I will die with regrets. I wonder how Mr. Zhang can teach me this sword-making method?" Master Xu made the request bluntly.

Zhang Liang was stunned. He didn't expect Master Xu to be so direct.

"Master Xu, I would like to observe your skill in controlling fire again. Is that allowed?" Zhang Liang asked with a smile.

"It's no big deal. Most of us swordsmiths practice fire-attributed skills." As he spoke, Master Xu spread out his palms, and a small ball of hot flame immediately appeared in his palms.

However, after only a moment, Zhang Liang discovered that Master Xu's true energy was insufficient and the heat of the flame gradually decreased.

"What I am good at is using this flame to control the fire, to sense and control the temperature of the fire." Master Xu took back the flame in his hand and explained.

"Master Xu, you can see from your knowledge that my weapon-making technique requires the ability to control fire, otherwise it will be difficult to achieve success. However, you already have the ability to control fire, which just meets my entry requirements. I can teach you my sword-making technique, but there is a condition."

"Please go ahead!" Master Xu agreed readily.

"Then please join Qiyilou. I think you should understand this condition." Zhang Liang suggested with a smile.

"I can understand. If I want to find a successor to my sword-making skills, I will only choose a disciple of the Mohist school. Alas..." Master Xu sighed softly and shook his head.

After a moment of hesitation, Master Xu said, "It seems that I have no chance of learning this sword-making method. It is impossible for me to quit the Mohist School and join the Qiyi Building."

"Why?" Zhang Liang asked in confusion, "Master Xu, you are just a swordsmith. Isn't it a good thing for you to join Qiyi Tower and study swordsmithing techniques?"

"I am a disciple of Mohism." Master Xu gave a firm answer with just plain words.