The so-called Jindan List is created by the Ice and Snow Pavilion in the cultivation world. It is called the "800 Jindan, a name known throughout the world!" Since it is the Jindan List, it naturally refers to those whose cultivation has reached the Jindan realm. In fact, there are far more than 800 people in the cultivation world who have reached the Jindan realm, but only 800 can be on the list. These 800 Jindan mages cannot stay on the list forever. The Jindan List is updated at any time, for example, if someone defeats someone on the list, they will replace them, or if someone dies, they will naturally be removed from the list.
Many people despise this Dan List because the process of selecting individuals is not absolute and has been criticized by many. Some Jindan mages do not want to be famous and hide, rarely fighting with others, and their true strength is not known to outsiders. Some Jindan mages do not brag when they win or make excuses when they lose. In such cases, how can the absolute fairness of the list be guaranteed?
The Ice and Snow Pavilion may have considered this point. Only the top ten rankings have specific rankings. These ten Dan List masters are definitely powerful, and overall there are not many mages in the world who object. As for the remaining 790 people, they are only on the list and have no ranking.
"800 Jindan, a name known throughout the world!" It really is a name known throughout the world. No matter whether other mages accept it or not, no one can figure out the detailed strength of Jindan mages in the world. Those who control resources naturally look at the list and pick those on it as subordinates or to handle tasks.
As a result, those who are on the list are in trouble. People often come to challenge them, mostly mages who lack cultivation resources. There is no way for those who are looking for trouble. They are all Jindan mages, but the wages offered by the hosts are different. For example, the same thing is sold outside, and something produced by a luxurious shop with a name and number can be sold for ten gold coins, while something with no packaging on a street stall can only be bought for one gold coin. Why is there such a big price difference for the same thing?
The same principle applies to people, but saying that the quality of things is the same or better than those of the numbered ones is useless. If the host does not recognize it, can you say that they are the same? Can you say that they are better? Show me proof, and go and defeat a Dan List master! After going around in circles, you still have to compare. Why bother being humiliated in front of the host? It's better to go and challenge first, and then get on the list.
Of course, if someone on the list has a sect background, there are generally not many people who dare to challenge them unless you can defeat the entire sect. Otherwise, you might be killed by a group of people tomorrow after getting on the list today. Jindan mages with sect backgrounds usually do not become challengers. The sect will provide resources, and there is no need to do such unnecessary things or challenge those without sect backgrounds. Challenging those with sect backgrounds will only cause conflict between the two sects.
As a result, the Dan List naturally became criticized by people, and the process was not comprehensive. However, the Ice and Snow Pavilion also has something to say. If you think someone on the list is not suitable, you may wish to show your true skills. But who has nothing to do and wants to name someone on the list without reason? Isn't this just looking for trouble?
Those who are dissatisfied naturally blame the bunch of idle women in the Ice and Snow Pavilion for their chaos, but no one dares to trouble the Ice and Snow Pavilion. The Ice and Snow Pavilion Lord is one of the few Yuan Ying monsters at the top of the cultivation world, Snow Granny's granddaughter. The Dan List was created by the previous Ice and Snow Pavilion Lord, who was a disciple of Snow Granny.
Even other Yuan Ying monsters did not say anything about the Dan List, so the rest of the mages naturally followed suit.
No one deliberately makes trouble with the Ice and Snow Pavilion. Snow Granny is one of the top people in the food chain. With this background, the Ice and Snow Pavilion does not lack cultivation resources, fame, or benefits. There is no need to compete with others and make enemies. They are a relatively detached existence.
Relatively speaking, the Dan List also has some merits and can still reflect a certain level of strength. This is also due to Snow Granny's background. The Ice and Snow Pavilion's network is not to be underestimated, and they have access to more comprehensive information than the average person, making them easier to evaluate. For example, if someone fights in a certain place, many people may not know the outcome, but the Ice and Snow Pavilion has already obtained the news and updated the list.
As for why there is no Yuan Ying, Foundation Building, or Qi Refining List, the Ice and Snow Pavilion obviously does not dare to make reckless judgments about Yuan Ying. The Foundation Building and Qi Refining are numerous, and it is impossible to evaluate them all.
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After reading the contents of the confidential report, Lu Shengzhong smiled bitterly: "Dan List master Bai Yao has personally taken action. This Feng Lingbo really values this fallen prince."
An Xiaoman touched his chin, apparently a little puzzled. "I see. Feng Lingbo really attaches great importance to Shang Chaozong. Not only did he marry his daughter, but he also sent Bai Yao to escort him. Is there only one explanation? It seems that Ning King's influence on Feng Lingbo was not small. But what about the Sky Jade Gang? Does Ning King have such a great influence on the Sky Jade Gang? I can't figure it out..." He shook his head, looking thoughtful. "Senior Brother Lu, I suggest you think twice about this matter!"
Lu Shengzhong sighed, "Our Wuliangshan is not a big sect, we can't act independently, we can only rely on others, and we can be replaced at any time. If Wang Heng insists on doing this, what can I do? If I can't give him an explanation, with Wang Heng's relationship, he could kick us out of Wuliangshan at any time. It will affect more than just me!"
An Xiaoman fell into silence upon hearing this. It was indeed true. Not to mention anything else, both Wang Heng and their host Zhou Shouxian were loyalists to the Qing Dynasty. If Wang Heng became unhappy, he could easily inform Zhou Shouxian, who wouldn't sacrifice his disciple for the sake of a small sect. The larger sects that were loyal to the Qing Dynasty might not speak up for them, and there were too many small sects that could replace them.
"But this is almost impossible to achieve. Even if we all act together, we might not be able to defeat Bai Yao alone. Bai Yao defeated an entire sect by himself!" An Xiaoman sighed softly.
Lu Shengzhong exclaimed, "Where there's a will, there's a way. Since we can't win by force, we need to use our wits!" He picked up his wine glass and took a sip, slamming it on the table and cursing, "Damn it, that Niu You Dao guy should be called Niu You Bing instead. Why did he have to kill Song Yanqing? He knew how powerful Song Yanqing was and still dared to provoke him..."
In the main hall of the Grand Minister's Mansion in Yan Kingdom's capital, Song Jiuming walked in and bowed respectfully to Tong Mo, who was sitting at the head of the table.
Tong Mo waved his hand to dismiss the others in the hall and walked out to the eaves outside the door. Song Jiuming stood silently by, waiting for instructions.
After a long silence, Tong Mo spoke slowly, "The palace has made up its mind to get rid of Shang Chaozong. We cannot let what we want fall into the hands of Feng Lingbo."
"But can Feng Lingbo let it go?" Song Jiuming asked.
Tong Mo replied, "The emperor fears that Feng Lingbo will leak the news to others, but Feng Lingbo also fears that the emperor will leak the news. The only difference is that the emperor has to consider the well-being of the entire Yan Kingdom and doesn't want to see internal chaos give external enemies an opportunity. Feng Lingbo, on the other hand, has no such concerns. This is why he feels so confident. If we can eliminate Shang Chaozong in one fell swoop, we can give Feng Lingbo some benefits to appease him. If we fail, Feng Lingbo won't retaliate too much, as the secret would not benefit him either. But the emperor cannot force him again."
Song Jiuming nodded slightly in understanding. Tong Mo was right. If Feng Lingbo thought the emperor was using this as an excuse to target him, he would not tolerate it. If the situation went out of control, it would be disastrous for Yan Kingdom. "So we only have one chance," Song Jiuming said.
Tong Mo nodded in agreement, "Yes, only one chance..."
In the pavilions and terraces of the Nan Prefecture Governor's Mansion, Zhou Shouxian stood leaning on the railing, lost in thought. A bearded man in a green robe quickly ascended the stairs and walked up to Zhou Shouxian, bowing respectfully, "I don't know why the governor has summoned me?"
Zhou Shouxian put down his hand and paced back into the room, "Yan Duo, there is something I need you to do."
Yan Duo followed him and asked, "Please tell me what it is, Governor."
Zhou Shouxian pondered for a moment and said, "The emperor has issued an order to execute Shang Chaozong. I need you to carry it out."
Yan Duo was shocked, "Isn't Shang Chaozong the son-in-law of Feng Lingbo? If we move against him, won't it lead to a war? The current situation in Yan Kingdom is not conducive to a conflict with Feng Lingbo. If our army mobilizes, other regions with their own armies might follow suit. This could easily escalate into a full-blown war, and neighboring countries could take advantage of the chaos. Is this really the best course of action?"
Zhou Shouxian stopped in his tracks, "It's precisely because we don't want to engage in a conflict with Feng Lingbo that the emperor issued a secret order to execute Shang Chaozong. That's why I summoned you."
Yan Duo asked cautiously, "Assassination?"
Zhou Shouxian didn't deny it, "I just received news that Shang Chaozong and his entourage have arrived in Qingshan County. He's traveling with a thousand cavalry, four thousand infantry, and more than thirty Sky Jade Gang mages. Bai Yao is leading the team."
Yan Duo was surprised, "Bai Yao? He's one of the most brilliant members of the Sky Jade Gang, a top ten expert on the Dan List. He's destroyed entire sects before. Even with thirty Sky Jade Gang members and thousands of troops, it's impossible to guarantee success unless the killer is a Yuanying expert or at least one of the top ten experts on the Dan List."
Zhou Shouxian said, "Yuanying experts are not interested in worldly affairs, and the top ten experts on the Dan List won't get involved in a matter like this. As for members of other sects, Sky Jade Gang has too much influence over them, and they won't risk a confrontation. That's why I summoned you."
Yan Duo understood. Zhou Shouxian was asking him because he was a wandering cultivator. Yan Duo sighed, "Governor, I'm not declining out of modesty. It's just that I don't have the ability to do this. I'm afraid I'll ruin your plan. It's better to find someone more capable."