Prisoner
Cultivator world was divided into two large and powerful sect, which Wen sect and Jiang sect. In terms of strength, number and wealth they more or less the same. However, what makes Jiang sect is preferable and fearsome are their intelligent and virtue. On one side, Wen sect is power-hungry and brutal, on the other side Jiang sect prioritized morality and peace.
There were so many sects under this two sect ruling. The unfortunate small sects were conquered by Wen Sect to broad their territory, while wise sects turn to Jiang Sect for protection. However, there are also independent sects, free from any interfere. They aren't big as Wen and Jiang sects, but they have adequate capability and strength to standalone such as Gusu sects, Jin sects and Nie sects. Gusu is famous for their healing ability, Jin is known for their rich source of raw material and Nie sects are full of military cultivator. Thus, even though they're not nearly big powerful sects like the other two, their expertise is enough for them to stay autonomous.
The maidens in Jiang household were whispering and giggling among themselves, from time to time, they're eyeing a young man in black attire, red ribbon, sauntering to the primary hall. Jiang Wuxian, the promising young cultivator, acknowledged by everyone. He was a genius prodigy with superior material arts skill. Many expected him become the next leader to rule cultivator world. His fingers spinning suibian, the legendary sword that slay enemy with no mercy. Wuxian wink at the ladies before closing the door of the main hall. Making everyone almost faint with his explosive charm.
Wuxian bow in respect for his father and Jiang Cheng, the youngest son of Jiang lineage.
"father, cheng, i have received emergency news from my informer" His carefree side is now changed to stern facial expression. Once they talk about the future of sects, he is no more easygoing Jiang Wuxian but fearful General Commander Wuxian.
"What is this about wuxian?" Jiang Feng Ming study the weight of issue from Wuxian' body language, and he can felt the message must be heavy since Wuxian seems tense. Jiang Cheng grimace in attention and stare at his brother, anticipate for the message.
"My informer detect Wen base camp near Gusu" Wuxian look at his father and brother with alarming gaze. His tone is serious as a matter of fact, underlying with a hint of apprehension. Jiang Cheng eyes wide open in shock and Jiang FengMing stand on his feet.
"What? How bold of Wen Rouhan to conquer Gusu" Jiang FengMing roar, Jiang cheng look at his father
"Father, what we should do? We will be doomed if Gusu falls under Wen Sect. For them to control over Gusu, means our source for health and healing will be limited" Jiang Cheng furrow in seriousness. It will be sucked for everyone if Gusu take over by Wen Sect, health system across the world will be deteriorated.
"Father, we should alert Gusu and offer a hand. It is impossible for a small sect up to battle with Wen Sect" Jiang Wuxian spoke with vigilance.
"That's the problem. Lan Qiren is a proud man. He refuses help from any sect and adamant Gusu will be autonomous and capable enough to defend itself" Jiang FengMing murmuring in despair. His heartfelt heavy,, and this issue can't be taken lightly. It's undeniable Gusu has several skilled warrior cultivators such as infamous twin of jade but compare to Wen Sect, they will be out of number. Not even the famous twin of jade can handle with big number of warrior of cultivator for long run.Jiang main hall fall in silent. The atmosphere is tense with three brains in deep thought to come out with a better solution for everyone.
"Then we don't have any option aside from one" Jiang Wuxian's firm voice echoed making his father and brother look at him curiously. Jiang Wuxian smirk in excitement.
"we have to conquer Gusu before Wen did,"
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Gusu.
A beautiful man in a white robe and cloud ribbon on forehead mince to the primary hall with a furrow. Lan Wanji, the second jade of Gusu ignores all chaos surround him. Their house is on terror when scroll from Wen arrives this morning and Xichen, the first jade of gusu is busy reassuring their Sect discipline.
"uncle! Ge!" Lan Wanji bow in respect with perfect form to both elder before proceeding to his sit. Regardless of the storm inside their mind, they still appear calm and dignified
"Uncle, ge, what happen? What wen want from us?" there is a flick of concern across Lan Wanji cold beauty. Xichen let out a heavy sigh before disclosing to Wanji about Wen to demand authority over Gusu or they will raid Gusu within two days. Wanji grip tight on Bichen, a legendary sword that lurches forward to bring justice. His face faltered a bit, but still aloof.
"Uncle, isn't this is a right time for us to seek comrade with other Sect?" Haikuan give suggestion which agree by Wanji. They require all the help they can get. Wen Sect is difficult opponent to underestimate. Lan Qiren stands up and, walking to the window, stroked his beard. After 5 minute in deep thought, while Twin of Jade waited quietly, Lan Qiren decided to refute the idea. Every treaty will come with a price that they would have to pay. Xichen and Wanji restrain their lips from sigh, but their body posture and outward expression are showing how dejected they felt right now.
"Wanji, lead our discipline to the cave behind the mountain. Hide them. Xichen takes our scroll and go to opposite direction. I will stay here waiting for them.
"Uncle!"
" Uncle!"
Wanji and Xichen try to protest but recollect themselves when Lan Qiren glare sharp at them
"i'm old enough to be spared. All knowledge, heritage and skills already possess by your youngster. You guys even surpass me," Lan Qiren chuckle in melancholy. Xichen pleads with his eyes and Wanji stares at floor with hand fist his silk robe in frustration.
"Tomorrow, at midnight both of you will make a move. No objection. Get some rest, it will be handful" Lan Qiren lurches out from the hall leaving his perplexed nephews.
Lan Wanji lay down on his bed with Bitchen next to him. He can't sleep. His mind is unsettled with thought future of Gusu Lan. Turn to the side, his slender finger caress Bitchen, questioning himself whether he can protect everyone. Although it unavoidable for causality in war and it such an honor to die in defending what you believe is right, yet it is still nice if everybody safe and alive through the war. He settled on his back staring at the ceiling. He doesn't want his uncle in danger, even though Lan Qiren is strict, he is the only one who Wanji considers as father. His lid feels heavy and Wanji almost falls into slumber when suddenly the sound of Gong echoes through Cloud Recess.
Gusu under attack!
With swift movement, Wanji wore his outer robe, tie Gusu signature ribbon on his forehead and wear a piece of white cloth with cloud symbol to shield his face. It's obligatory for Gusu Cultivator to cover their face during war. Under 5 minute, Lan Wanji already run to main house with Bitchen on his grasp.
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"Ge, Uncle" Wanji meets up with his uncle and Haikuan
"uncle didn't they said two days. Why 're they here now?" Xichen seek answer from Qiren.
"i'm not sure,, but we have to forth forwarded our plan. Wanji takes our discipline to hide, Xichen pick up the scroll and I will stay here with few elders to delay them," Lan Qiren give out an explicit instruction. Seeing his nephews' hesitance make him grit his teeth and raise his voice a bit.
"Now!" Xichen and Wanji move their feet.
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Jiang Base Camp
Jiang Wuxian and Jiang Chen examine the maps of Gusu with thoughtful mode.
"Looks like Wen based here for a month but only deliver warning letter this morning. Luckily, we earlier" Wuxian contemplate and Jiang Cheng nod in relief. Both of them march out from the tent facing a big number of soldiers ready for war.
"Try to minimize the damage and spare live as much you can. They're not our foes, they're our friend. Take them as hostage and Lan blood is forbidden for any of you. I want Lan family alive and bring them to me. Understood?" Wuxian voice is loud and commanding. The echoes of "Yes Sir," can be heard before they invade into Gusu
Lan Wanji leads his people to the back of the mountain when suddenly a group of cultivator surround them. Not easy to being admitting defeat, Gusu cultivator ready for the battle.
"Jiang?" it is unexpected. Wanji never thought their invader for tonight is from Jiang instead of Wen Sect.
"Wanji!" Lan Wanji calls for his Guqin which appear out of nowhere and play chord assination to create several blue lights striking a bunch of his enemy at the same time. This is given time for surviving Gusu discipline to escape. Most of Jiang soldier rolling at the ground from Wanji' earlier strike. Wanji plays the chord assination for second time to eliminate the remaining. Once again several blue lights attacking it enemy until
clash!
Someone had reflected Wanji attack with his sword. Wanji can feel the different aura from the handsome young man in front of him. This one is more dominant and core cultivator is richer. The young man with a black robe and red ribbon seizes Wanji with amusement.
"you're strong" Wuxian tilts his head and smirks at the covered man in front him. From the quality of dress, the presence aura and the skill, Wuxian can assume the man in front him must be Lan main member. Lurges forward with lightning speed, Wuxian swing Subian which Wanji barely dodge. Amidst of dodging, Wanji makes guiqin vanish and call for Bichen
"Bichen!" two legendary sword clashes make the sky excited and shoot it lightning everywhere.
They on the same cultivator level. Both are fast in attacking and evade, the sound of clashes can be heard, but no one sees the attack. It was an intense battle that makes both cultivators grit their teeth to land a blow.
However, Wanji get distracting with covering up Gusu displicine for run and hide. Wuxian notice the opening, makes a final blow.Wanji was thrown one meter away and his grip on Bitchen loosen. The impact of blow quite severe, Wanji can barely sit up and vomit blood. Wanji holds on his stomach and struggle to push his body from the ground when he felt the cold of metallic on his chin.
Wuxian point Subian on Wanji' chin to make the latter look up at him. Wanji eyes mesmerized him. With a smirk, Wuxian black orbs meet Wanji alluring eyes.
"from now on, you're my prisoner,"