Chapter 10: The Great Powers and the Descendants of Demonic Beasts

Jiang Chang has developed an interest; raising pets is also quite nice

Those who go against the great trends of the world...

Why does Your Majesty pay special attention to me? I have heard from Chen Li that, based on just a brief encounter, he wishes to recommend me for the martial examination and even had the Fourth Prince seek me out for martial arts training. The way Your Majesty looked at me last time...

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The tone of Master Qingxu is profound and inscrutable, making it difficult to discern his emotions

The Daoist Priest Qingxu said softly: "Changsheng, I do not know the source of your teachings, but it is certain that there must be a great master guiding you behind the scenes, one whose presence even I cannot perceive. Their power is unimaginable, likely a peerless master beyond the realm of spiritual awareness. However, I advise you to be cautious and not to trust others easily. Indeed, your background is not simple, but the complexities within it are not worth your exploration; it is very dangerous and quite cruel."

Every time Chen Li visits Longqi Pavilion, in addition to bringing gifts, he always discusses matters of the martial world and the court with Jiang Changsheng, and sometimes he also takes the opportunity to express his own frustrations.

After listening to the prominent figures in the martial world, Jiang Changsheng curiously asked, "Your Majesty, are you still deeply engrossed in the path of alchemy?"

If the Daoist Qingxu saves him, it is also part of a conspiracy. At worst, he will escape the capital first and return to kill when he is invincible in the future

The Daoist priest Qingxu raised his right hand, the cuff falling down, revealing a wrist covered in black veins, as if it were infested with writhing black worms on the surface of the skin, a sight both horrifying and terrifying

Today, I shall inform you about the current realms of martial arts, which are ranked from low to high as follows: third-rate, second-rate, first-rate, true essence, and spiritual awareness. The spiritual awareness realm is commonly referred to as the pinnacle of mastery in the ordinary martial world; however, this is not entirely accurate, as there are even higher realms beyond it. The highest realm I am currently aware of is the Heaven-reaching realm. Although His Majesty appears to lack martial prowess, he possesses the fortune of a sovereign. Once he unleashes the true dragon aura, he can surpass the spiritual awareness realm. Most importantly, there exists a powerful figure in the palace at the Heaven-reaching realm, who is the true pillar of the Great Jing Dynasty.

Jiang Changsheng's departure did not surprise his disciples; rather, they felt it was only natural and that he should have moved out long ago

Jiang Changsheng hesitated and did not respond immediately. To say that he had not thought about it would be impossible. He believed that his strength was already the greatest in Longqi Temple, and no one was more qualified than him. However, he did not anticipate that he would have to face this matter so soon

There is no need to think too much; it has nothing to do with you. It is merely that someone wishes to eliminate Longqiguan.

Jiang Changsheng did not pursue the matter further this time, instead he clasped his hands in salute and turned to leave

Jiang Changsheng fell silent, it seems that the vortex of the capital is becoming increasingly chaotic

Alas, it is difficult to achieve both family and country...

Jiang Changsheng frowned again

The emperor's obsession with the pursuit of immortality has historically been a poor beginning in the history of Huaxia, and it may even lead to the collapse of the dynasty

Regarding the poison that Master Qingxu has been afflicted with, he will also find ways to test whether it can be detoxified. After all, he has already mastered the Spring and Autumn Medical Canon, but he is currently unable to detoxify it. He will wait for one or two years, and if no danger arises during this period, it would indicate that Master Qingxu truly has his best interests at heart

"Is there really no remedy?" Jiang Changsheng asked with a frown

Hehe

He dares to ask, the confidence comes from strength

He pushed the door open and gently closed it behind him

Is the close relationship between the sorcerer and the Second Prince indicative of Jiang Yuan's intentions

Jiang Changsheng's brows furrowed even tighter. The Ghost Eye Evil King is a master of the Spirit Awareness Realm. Before breaking through to the fourth level of the Dao Fa Natural Skill, he could easily kill the Ghost Eye Evil King, indicating that at that time, he was at least equivalent to an invincible strength in the Spirit Awareness Realm. Now, he far surpasses that level and should be able to compete with those of the Heavenly Passage Realm.

Are you a descendant of the demon beast

Jiang Changsheng believed it was reasonable; Longqi Temple itself is located at the power center of the Dajing Dynasty, and it often receives visits from high-ranking officials and nobles. A beautiful abbess would indeed attract a great deal of trouble

Chen Li exclaimed in indignation, "Indeed, it is utterly foolish!"

Jiang Changsheng has already understood the implied meaning of Daoist Qingxu's words, and at the same time feels both fortunate and fearful, relieved that he did not act recklessly when he met Jiang Yuan

Become the abbot of Longqi Temple

Having finally found an opportunity to inquire, he certainly will not let it slip away

Chen Li stopped at the door and chuckled, "You little rascal, when I truly need your help, my Chen family will undoubtedly be on the brink of ruin. At that time, I will not hesitate to ask for your assistance. So, focus on your cultivation."

The Daoist priest Qingxu calmly stated: "This poison is the most sinister poison of the demonic sect. Even the true dragon's energy cannot dispel it. I can only live for five more years at most. I will give you another five years; you must prepare yourself to bear the responsibilities of the abbot. As for your senior sister, she is a woman of remarkable beauty and is a biological sister to Qiuhé. If she were to become the abbot, it would surely invite disaster.

The heavy snow has finally arrived, blanketing the capital city in a layer of cold snow

Qing Ku was indeed very reluctant, but when Jiang Changsheng agreed to let him visit anytime in the future, the young man finally revealed a smile

After turning around, his expression became cold

Chen Li spoke with a rhythmic cadence, holding a wine glass in his hand, resembling a storyteller, while Jiang Changsheng listened with great interest

a person of immense power and influence

The Daoist priest Qingxu spoke again: "I have saved you, but the Longqi Temple has already brought about a great disaster. I initially intended to keep this hidden, but since you have already developed a desire to investigate, I can only tell you this: Changsheng, your path to survival has only two options. One is for me to send you to the sacred place in the martial world, but you will still be unable to escape the pursuit of your enemies. The second is for me to protect you and the - Tu - Shu for five more years. During these five years, you must grow as much as possible. After that, using the name of Longqi Temple, you can gather your own connections to counter the powerful nobles. The existence of Longqi Temple was established by His Majesty the Emperor when he founded the nation and proclaimed it to the world. Unless Longqi Temple commits treason, even His Majesty cannot remove it."

Could it be a traitor

In a grand vision, the foundation of the nation is based on trust and righteousness, from the emperor to the common people, trust and righteousness are of utmost importance

This is merely his speculation; he does not dare to gamble. He can only live one life, with no opportunity for reincarnation, and must proceed with utmost caution

Do not speak recklessly, Brother Chen. You should pay more attention to your words and actions in daily life, as your predicament may be related to your behavior.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Changsheng pondered and discerned the flavor

In an instant, Jiang Changsheng was already prepared for battle

Alright, you may leave now

Jiang Changsheng did not continue speaking, as Qingxu Daozhang was staring at him intently, his gaze particularly unfamiliar; Jiang had never seen Qingxu Daozhang display such an expression before

After living alone, Jiang Changsheng no longer rang the bell, transferring that responsibility to the other disciples. Now he is the second senior brother, and apart from Meng Qiushuang, naturally no one dared to refuse him

Although Jiang Changsheng does not refuse to become the abbot, he also does not wish to be overly busy too soon. His current focus is on dedicating his energy to cultivation.

Jiang Changsheng inquired: "Why do you say that? Does the Demon Sect have any special origins?"

The abbot is the master of the Daoist temple, and within the Great Jing Dynasty, he may also be directly referred to as Daoist Priest.

The righteous and demonic paths gathered at Mount Yang, intending to engage in a world-shattering battle. However, unexpectedly, a person emerged from within Mount Yang, claiming to be the Yang Emperor. His formidable power was terrifying to the extreme. The combined forces of the righteous and demonic paths were all defeated and sent down the mountain by him alone, earning him a reputation that shook the world

In the new year, Chen Li is aging faster than time itself, with more and more gray hair at his temples, and his eyes are filled with weariness and * illustrations *.

Five years later, he will only be twenty-one years old, isn't that too early!

Chen Li gritted his teeth and said: "Your Majesty places great trust in the demonic path, and the demonic path is closely allied with the Second Prince. Sooner or later, this will lead to a crisis over the succession. At that time..."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Changsheng frowned. He did not refute Daoist Qingxu; having a fabricated backing was not a significant issue. However, Daoist Qingxu's words led him to contemplate more possibilities.

The position of the false prince is unstable

From his current understanding, although there are indeed monsters in this world, they are few in number, and certainly not enough to overturn the human dynasty. Furthermore, there are no celestial beings or deities in this realm. As for cultivators, most of them are deceitful sorcerers or swindlers from the rivers and lakes, who are often forced to reveal their true forms by martial artists, exposing their grotesque appearances.

Chen Liduan raised his wine cup, downed it in one gulp, wiped his mouth, exhaled a long breath of turbid air, and said: "Changsheng, I am leaving first. Inside that small box is a snake egg, which was laid by a demonic snake and possesses great spirituality. If it can be well nurtured and passed down through generations, it may become a guardian spirit beast of the mountain in the future"

The reason for living alone is that Jiang Changsheng does not wish to be disturbed and wants to practice his skills in peace

Second Master resides in their courtyard, which inevitably makes them feel somewhat constrained in their daily lives

The relationship between Daoist Qingxu and Emperor Jiang Yuan is so good that it must be tested

Looking at his bent figure, Jiang Changsheng felt a pang of compassion in his heart and said, "Brother Chen, if you encounter any trouble, feel free to tell me. I will help if I can."

Jiang Changsheng rose and approached the table, lifting the cloth covering the small box. Upon opening it, he discovered a white egg larger than a goose egg. He reached out to touch it, and to his surprise, it was quite warm even in the midst of winter. He could even sense a faint, peculiar energy emanating from within.

Jiang Changsheng was startled. Although his senses were exceptional and he knew that there was no one outside the building, Chen Li's boldness was not a good thing, as it could easily lead to a fatal disaster. He did not wish to live a life of turmoil and hardship

The powerful beings in the palace have already become his imagined adversaries, and he must become stronger as much as possible

The Longqi Temple cannot be considered a power institution; there are no intrigues or power struggles. The disciples are pure-hearted and have few desires, so the Daoist priest naturally has no need to test the disciples

Jiang Changsheng spoke earnestly, and Chen Li's drunkenness was somewhat sobered, yet he remained very angry

Jiang Changsheng replied, "I am naturally willing to serve the Daoist temple, but I am still young and fear I may not be able to take on such responsibilities. Senior Sister is more suitable than I am. Moreover, why does Master ask this? You can continue for many more years.

Jiang Changsheng frowned

He rose, donned his raincoat, and departed with his sword

Although it is a world of rivers and lakes, how can one claim the title of emperor? Upon learning this, His Majesty was furious and ordered the Silver-armored Leopard Cavalry to surround and eliminate the forces at Huaiyang Mountain. Three thousand Silver-armored Leopard Cavalry, indeed, are the elite of the Great Jing Dynasty. Over a thousand have perished, and Emperor Yang has managed to escape. Now, the bounty for Emperor Yang is posted in every corner of the Great Jing Dynasty.

Jiang Changsheng hesitated for a moment and continued to ask: "Master, do you know my background? It seems that someone wants to kill me, the previous disaster..."

The day after his conversation with Daoist Qingxu, Jiang Changsheng moved out and rented a courtyard to live in. As the second senior brother, he naturally had this qualification. Meng Qiushuang, who held the power, did not even ask a single question and directly agreed.

The Great Scenery Dynasty cannot be the Qin Dynasty from another world

Third-rate, second-rate, first-rate, true essence, spiritual awareness, transcending the heavens

In the tranquil courtyard, Daoist Qingxu gazed at the old tree before him, as a patch of mottled autumn leaves slowly fell, landing on the grass pile below without stirring a speck of dust, silently.

Daoist Qingxu shook his head and said no more

Five years

In the blink of an eye

The Daoist priest Qingxu shook his head and chuckled, saying: "Nothing is absolute; it is just that there is currently no antidote. For longevity, one must take heed and avoid provoking the demonic sects. Regardless of whether it is good or bad, those who go against the great trends of the world will inevitably bring misfortune to those around them"