Chapter 3, Yan Yun Wilderness
Su Mingge was no longer astonished by Yan's intelligence. With a slight smile, he said: "Times change and circumstances shift. Today, Canaan has become the leader among the southern nations, yet one wonders whether the fate of Yan Yun will change..."
Yayoi, can you smell the fragrance of the flowers
Ku Xiu Su Ming Ge stood inside the door, carefully observing the man who had once been above ten thousand others
Mojie Bochen laughed heartily and said, "Today has been quite enjoyable." As he spoke, he stood up and walked towards the door
Beneath the shadows of the flowers, a coolness penetrates the heart, and distracting thoughts vanish instantly
Yan opened his eyes wide and asked, "With the combined strength of the entire Yanyun nation, can we not break through that ice dam?"
Su Mingge opened the door, and Mo Jiebo and Wu Misheng stood outside.
With a creaking sound, the closed courtyard gate gradually swung open, causing the colorful paint on the door to chip off.
Even the Master Chu, who had previously expressed reservations about the divine signs of Adonai as revealed by the Institute of Economics, remained silent at this moment
Elder Luo introduced others to Mo Jiebo Cen
The five oldest deities in legend, after the War of Creation, no longer manifested miracles in the world and were regarded as false gods by the Maha Orthodox Church. Adonai is one of these false gods, and with the rise of the Maha Orthodox Church, the worship of the deity Adonai ultimately faded into obscurity
Wu Mi Sheng brought out a stool for Mo Jie Bo Cen to sit down.
Su Ming respectfully clasped his hands in greeting: "Su Ming continues to practice according to the teachings of the Mi Luo sect."
To the south of Yanyun lies the ancient kingdom of Canaan, and if the waters of Yanyun are severed, it would render the northwest of Canaan a wasteland. At that time, the national strength of Canaan was far superior to that of Qinglan, and the rulers of Qinglan throughout the ages were pleased to see a desolate expanse separating them from Canaan, allowing Qinglan to expand downstream along the Yiyun River... The borders of Qinglan were pushed to the Starry Coast, and the ruler of Qinglan, Tan Naliu, declared himself emperor. In his later years, Tan Naliu repented for the killings of his past, converted to the Maha Orthodox Church, and established it as the state religion... The borders of Qinglan were pushed to the Starry Coast, and the ruler of Qinglan, Tan Naliu, declared himself emperor. In his later years, Tan Naliu repented for the killings of his past, converted to the Maha Orthodox Church, and established it as the state religion... The status of the Starry Temple on the continent plummeted, leading to a deterioration in the relationship between the Xi people and the Qinglan royal family... After that, the influence of the Qinglan Empire expanded across the entire continent, with Canaan, Yaji, Yamo, Selu, and Sinai all becoming vassal states of the empire, yet the ice dam still stood tall atop Yanyun Mountain.
Su Mingge chuckled softly: "As a member of the divine lineage of the Xi, our clan has never exceeded a thousand individuals. If we truly gathered the strength of the entire Yanyun nation, capturing the Benlei Plain would not be impossible. However, what would be the outcome of capturing the Benlei Plain? The ice dam constructed holds hundreds of millions of tons of water, already resembling a lake in the sky. At that time, the capital of the Yanyun nation was situated in the middle valley of the Chubu River. If the ice dam were to suddenly break, it would only lead to the immediate destruction of the Yanyun nation. At that moment, the Qinglan nation to the north of Yanyun would rise to power and incorporate the people of Yanyun into its territory."
Elder Luo, the ascetic Su Mingge, and the ascetic Qinshi stood at the entrance, clasped their hands in salute, and said: "We are unable to travel far to respectfully welcome Master Mo Jie, please forgive our lack of respect"
Su Mingge unconsciously nodded in agreement
Mojie Bochen laughed heartily and said, "I am in a state of disgrace; as long as you do not avoid me, it is sufficient." As he stepped over the threshold, upon catching sight of Yan Shi under the light, it was as if he had been struck by lightning, momentarily stunned and standing there, his demeanor slightly imposing. Yet, in that fleeting moment of loss of composure, the years of cultivated poise allowed him to regain his calm. He still fixed a strong, sharp, and almost aggressive gaze upon Yan under the light.
Wu Mi Sheng and Shi Chu Lian both paid their respects.
Elder Luo smiled and said: "There is no sweet spring, but the Yingyan flower collects the rain and dew, gathering a clear pool beneath its stem, which is sufficient for drinking"
Mr. Su Ming is here to lecture on the history of Yanyun Wilderness, and Bo Cen is fortunate to listen
A familiar feeling, as if I have seen him there; how could I not remember?
Mo Jie Bo Cen's unusual reaction made Su Ming Ge's heart sink sharply, as he assumed he saw the anger and hatred in the young man's eyes. The scars on Yan's back still made Su Ming Ge realize this, and he sorrowfully advised him not to leave the lower courtyard where the servants lived, nor to climb to the treetops of Kunlun Jing every night to gaze at the sky.
As the crowd entered the Academy, it felt as though they had stepped into the belly of a blooming flower. Countless dark green branches extended from the grounds in front of the Hall of Observation, climbing up the walls and enveloping the entire Hall, shrouding the whole Academy. This overflowed beyond the courtyard, making the Academy, situated in the sunken valley, appear like an enormous and unparalleled flowering tree.
The entire central land rarely witnesses such flourishing beauty... Mo Jiebo Cen stepped out of the car threshold, "The last radiance of the God Adonai actually shines upon this desolate place."
Yan Jian Mo Jie Bo looked at himself, and with a surge of courage, said: "Isn't that the land of Yan Yun destined to remain a desolate place forever?"
In establishing friendly relations with the Xiren, the ice dam suddenly opened, and the celestial lake drained down. Within the Yan Yun wilderness, there were no inhabitants, thus there was no fear of a catastrophic flood. The regions of Canaan to the north and south were submerged in vast marshlands, and the Bulechu River, which traverses the land of Canaan, experienced a sudden increase in water volume. Flood warnings would be issued for the lower reaches of the river, presenting a golden opportunity for the empire. However, the empire was weak, and for over a hundred years, no emperor had possessed such grand ambitions. Mo Jie Bo Cen restrained his imposing demeanor, glanced at Su Ming Ge with a slight smile, and said, "Mr. Su Ming, having wandered in Yan Yun for over a decade, do you find my words to hold any truth?" However, the empire was weak, and for over a hundred years, no emperor had possessed such grand ambitions. Mo Jie Bo Cen restrained his imposing demeanor, glanced at Su Ming Ge with a slight smile, and said, "Mr. Su Ming, having wandered in Yan Yun for over a decade, do you find my words to hold any truth?"
If Su Mingge had not known in advance about Yan's encounter in the canyon, Mo Jiebo's display of camaraderie would surely have won him much goodwill. Su Mingge restrained himself from letting the coldness in his heart show: "If you have any inquiries, you may have someone come to summon me."
Mo Jie Bo Cen's surprise was much stronger than that of Wu Mi Sheng
Su Mingge, taken aback, did not dare to retain him
He thought he saw an acquaintance. Mo Jie Bo Cen walked into the room, his gaze already shifting away from Yan's face. Su Ming Ge's tense heart finally relaxed, yet he could not understand which person Mo Jie Bo Cen knew resembled Yan so closely that it elicited such a strong reaction from him
It is said that only those with a pure heart, who have cleansed themselves of worldly sins through rigorous cultivation, can perceive the gentle and fragrant aroma of the Yingyan flower, thereby enhancing their divine power
Wu Miyi said: "We have been drinking from the bitter spring for several months since we entered the Yan Yun Wilderness. Is there a sweet spring in the academy?"
You once said that the founder of Qinglan established the nation and maintained good relations with the Xiren. After the fall of the Yanyun Kingdom, why did you not break the ice dam?
Mo Jiebo smiled faintly; an eighteen-year-old youth could speak freely and confidently in his presence, displaying a remarkable boldness without any sense of restraint
The middle-aged Mogebocen tied his brown long hair back with a green ribbon, yet the pupils in his dark brown eyes were the color of dark blood. Although Mogeb and Tushubocen wore amiable smiles on their faces, the gaze from those eyes sent a slight chill through one's bones
Wu Miyi was slightly moved as she entered Yan Yun Mountain, yet she had not seen a single shrub taller than her head. Although the scripture academy was in ruins, it had not been closed, still owing to the presence of this flowering tree. It is no wonder that the academy was unconcerned about whether it violated the teachings.
Su Mingge's words made Mo Jiebo Cen regard him with newfound respect: "According to the records, the flower known as Yingyan is originally named Adonai's flower, and there are indeed people in the academy who are aware of this story"
The bluestone corridor from the courtyard gate to the Guanlan Hall features arched walls and a ceiling formed by the growth of guiding flower tree branches.
When I arrived, I happened to overhear Mr. Su Ming discussing matters related to Yan Yun with this child. Mr. Su Ming's words were incisive and self-evident, and even the child's remarks were astonishing, prompting me to eavesdrop for a while. I hope Mr. Su Ming does not mind.
Every day, either Wu Mishi or Shi Chuzhong accompanies Mo Jiebo Cen to reside in the Jingyuan, serving as a personal guard
Those who wander cannot wear a crown
As the convoy entered the canyon, Wu Mishi was awestruck by the sea of flowers before him, feeling the vibrant and abundant breath of life all around.
A flower branch adorned with pale blue blossoms extends from the mountain rock
Superficial remarks are difficult to enter the ears of a gentleman
Mo Jie Bo Qin's gaze fell upon the pair of crescent blades at Su Ming Ge's waist, and he inquired, "Before Mr. Su Ming retreated from the world, were you perhaps a secret Luo warrior?"
In the harsh and desolate Yanyun Mountains, it is likely that one must utilize the spiritual energy of the surrounding hundreds of miles to cultivate this Yingtian flower
A thousand years ago, when the Yan Yun Prairie was not yet a wasteland, the Academy was still the Temple of Adonai, perhaps with remnants of divine power lingering in this place
Mo Jiebo Cen decided to settle in the Academy, while the Wu clan's caravan crossed the Yan Yun wilderness, returning to Qing Lan. Wu Mi Sheng, Shi Chu, and sixteen other family retainers set up their residence outside the Academy.
I understand that at this time, the countries of Canaan are instead seeking to use the Yan Yun wilderness to prevent the imperial forces from penetrating southward
Wu Miyi turned around and looked at Master Chu: "Is this the Yingyan flower?"
Mojie Bochen then turned his gaze back to Yan's face and said: "But wasn't it fifteen years ago that the child came to the academy with Mr. Su Ming from the Suhe Library?"
Master Chu's face showed a hint of displeasure. The Yinyan flower, also known as the Adonai divine flower, represents the flower tree of the false god, yet it grows in the monastery of the Maha religion, which is truly a great disrespect. It is particularly striking that it thrives so vigorously in this remote and impoverished area, does this not imply that the glory of the Maha deity does not reach this place as much as that of the false god, who has been silent for a thousand years?
Mo Jie Bo Cen noticed the confusion in Wu Mi Sheng's eyes and smiled, saying, "This acquaintance, Xiao Wu has seen a few times, but only from a distance, so I didn't get a good look. Not to mention that, I was really startled just now." At this point, he nodded towards Su Ming Ge and said, "Unable to sleep at night, I came with Xiao Wu to seek Mr. Su Ming. Qin Shi has informed me that Mr. is here, I hope I am not being presumptuous."
A thousand years ago, Yan Yun was not as desolate as it is now. There were once more than ten rivers flowing from the northwestern peak of Yan Yun Mountain, traversing the plains of Yan Yun, and following the terrain into the territory of Jia Nan, eventually merging with the southern Bu Lie Chu River. The Chu Bu River, which ran through the central part of Yan Yun at that time, was the primary source of the Bu Lie Chu River. The ancestor of the Xi people, on the Thunder Plains, harnessed the divine power granted to them to construct a towering ice dam, blocking the meltwater from the northwestern peak of Yan Yun Mountain from entering Yan Yun. Since then, this place has become increasingly desolate, the people of Yan Yun have migrated from the barren plains, and the ancient state of Yan Yun has become a historical relic
Su Mingge was taken aback, and the expression on his face, illuminated by the light, changed slightly. He lowered his head and said: "This place is the lower courtyard where the servants reside, and there is a gentleman of ill repute here"
Wu Mishi then entered the room, wondering to herself: What kind of person could astonish an adult so much
Beyond the valley, there are rugged stones and perilous terrains, and the hills are barren. Upon entering the valley, one might doubt whether they are witnessing a divine miracle
As he turned through the corridor door, Mo Jiebo looked back at the approaching Wu Misheng and said, "Little Wu has only seen that person from a distance and has not observed his true appearance, yet he feels a strong sense of familiarity. It seems that this child truly resembles that person."
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The sound of knocking at the door echoed.
I never expected such a marvelous place to be hidden within the Yan Yun Mountains
Su Ming was practicing in the wilderness when he discovered this child lying on the porch, and thus brought him into the scripture hall.
Mo Jie Bo Cen returned a salute and said: "Bo Cen is no longer a confidential minister, having offended the Emperor and been exiled to this place to atone for his sins. I still request the elders to supervise strictly."
The Adonai Divine Flower, now renamed the Reflective Face Flower, is, however, contrary to the teachings. From the moment Elder Luo entered the Mogebocen, he was on edge, but upon hearing this, he felt much more at ease and smiled, saying: "Before Su Ming's arduous cultivation came to the academy, this Reflective Face Flower had only a dozen horizontal branches and had never bloomed. Since the cold autumn fifteen years ago, the Reflective Face Flower has not only blossomed with blue flame flowers but has also become increasingly lush. A few years ago, it was still counted by the number of branches, but in recent years, it has become uncountable. Yan Yun was originally a place of bitter cold, but fortunately, with this Reflective Face Flower, it has become more convenient for the adults to reside here, perhaps even for the esteemed official to come here." Since the cold autumn fifteen years ago, the Reflective Face Flower has not only blossomed with blue flame flowers but has also become increasingly lush. A few years ago, it was still counted by the number of branches, but in recent years, it has become uncountable. Yan Yun was originally a place of bitter cold, but fortunately, with this Reflective Face Flower, it has become more convenient for the adults to reside here, perhaps even for the esteemed official to come here.
In order to elicit a smile from the Empress, the Emperor once requested a sage from the Great Radiance Sect to use secret techniques to cultivate the Reflective Blossom. The sage planted the seeds of the Reflective Blossom in the shadowy marshes of Qinglan City. On the first day, the sprouts emerged; on the second day, the branches unfurled; and on the third day, a hundred flowers bloomed, resembling a sea of blue flames
This is not necessarily the case. The terrain of Yanyun is higher than that of the various counties in northwestern Canaan. The Chubu River has a water source that flows south into the territory of Canaan, which also has a commanding position. As long as the empire manages Yanyun well, it will actually alleviate the defense burdens of other regions
Mo Jie Bo Cen smiled and said: "I am a sinner, how dare I presumptuously seek the grace of the Lord Adonai?"
If that is the case, why not break the ice dam and allow the Chubu River to flow once again over the Yanyun region
Wu Miyi was slightly taken aback, sniffed twice with her nose, shook her head, and said: "Where is the gentleman?"
Due to the existence of the Yingyan flower tree, life at the Yanyun Academy is not as arduous as one might imagine. If it were not for the sudden loss of immense power and the anxiety of being distanced from the center of authority, life at the academy would still be considered quite poetic for Mo Jiebo Cen
Mo Jiebo Cen smiled and said: "The words from the court are far less brilliant than those of the gentleman. The empire is no longer what it used to be; the power of the Canaan Kingdom is growing stronger, and Yan Yun has now become the southwestern barrier of the empire." Although he was speaking to Su Mingge, his gaze was fixed on Yan's face.
The youth before me, though of lowly status, possesses a wild and untamed spirit in his eyes. His slightly curled brown hair lies flat against his forehead, and his cheeks are beautiful, though his jaw appears somewhat rigid