Snail Village, Pei Mansion
The Princes of the capital all had their own rules. The Princes had twenty mu, the Dukes had fifteen mu, and the Dukes, Marquises, and Earls had ten mu.
However, the countryside was not particular about this. The rebuilt Pei Residence occupied eight mu of land, which could be considered as avoiding arousing suspicion. A third of it was turned into a garden, with a pool of water in the garden that was connected to the river, and was surrounded by corridors. Artificial mountains, lakes, and rocks were distributed, and there were also peach, orchid, chrysanthemum, and plum blossoms planted to appreciate the four seasons. There were also bamboo and banana trees.
"It's not bad at all, but it's a pity that it's stained with blood after a massacre." When Pei Zi Yun reached his room, he saw that there was no one around. He then extended his finger and a Plum Blossom appeared in front of him. It grew bigger and bigger until it became a translucent information interface, floating in front of him.
"Mission: Break through the Gate of Heaven and become a direct disciple (Completed)." He stretched out his finger and with a boom, a plum blossom appeared between his brows.
First, a white petal appeared, followed by a red petal, and finally a yellow petal. Unfortunately, it was a transparent shadow. The plum blossom remained motionless between the eyebrows and disappeared after a while, as if it had never existed.
"Hmm? The range of the legacy has expanded? Being able to absorb the Legacy of an Earth Immortal, that's not bad. It's just that how would I be able to find the Legacy of an Earth Immortal? It's too rare, too rare. It's basically impossible to find one. "Pei Zi Yun sighed. To him, this reward was of little value.
Just as Pei Zi Yun was deep in thought, he felt a buzzing sound, as if many memories were surfacing in his mind.
"So it turns out that once one becomes a Yin Master, their main focus is to use their divine abilities."
"Sect Leader banished me for a year just because he didn't teach me divine arts? There's no such part in Martial Granduncle's memories. Martial Granduncle Xiang must be from Nanli, so it was hidden and not passed down. "
"Ai, Divine Powers and Dao Arts are different. Dao Arts have to be used in order to be effective. Divine Powers, on the other hand, are like fixed skills. Once mastered, they can be maintained for a long period of time. No wonder Yin Masters are so different. So there's more to it than meets the eye."
"There's still another mission, right? I can't possibly complete the yellow petals today, right?" Pei Zi Yun stretched out his finger and tapped on the information interface. The mission appeared, "Destroy Xie Cheng Dong's forces in Ying Prefecture (Completed)"
Pei Zi Yun tapped again, indicating that he was retrieving it.
Buzz. Sure enough, the petal wasn't completed, but some new information flooded in.
"Another memory!" Pei Zi Yun downed his cup of wine in one gulp. He paused for a moment and stared off into the distance. If he was happy just now, then he was shocked.
"So the Emperor died in the thirteenth year of his reign, and the temple was named Taizu."
'According to the original owner's history, the Crown Prince never had a son. The various kings fought for the throne, especially King Lu. '
"Xie Cheng Dong had long since pledged his allegiance to King Lu. After King Lu ascended the throne, he was conferred the title of a True Sovereign, and led all the Daoist sects under the heavens. That was how he was able to wipe out all the Daoist sects and become the Alliance Leader. Finally, his fleshly body became a sage."
Pei Zi Yun's expression changed. It seemed like the chess pieces of the eighteen prefectures had not only responded to Dark Altar Sect, but also to the revolution of the Imperial Qi. They had helped King Lu gather information and cooperated with him.
Unknowingly, he had been dragged into the battle between the Crown Prince and King Lu.
Pei Zi Yun stood there for a long time before he sucked in a breath of cold air and mumbled to himself, "Fate really makes fools of us!"
All of a sudden, Pei Zi Yun understood what was going on. The memories of the past and present lives were linked together. It was a vast and boundless heavenly secret that no one could stop. However, as he inserted himself into it, it was as though everything was mixed up, and he could no longer see clearly.
"When the heavens unleash their killing intent, the stars shift. When the earth unleash its killing intent, dragons and snakes rise from the land. When humans unleash their killing intent, the heavens and earth turn upside down. When the heavens and men unite, the foundations are set in stone. "
"I have to, I have to gain the support of those close to me. I have no way of avoiding this calamity." Pei Zi Yun muttered to himself as his face turned gloomy. The original owner had never thought that he would hide so many important memories. No wonder he kept feeling that something was amiss.
"The original owner was betrayed, and was deeply engraved in his heart. He was afraid that I wouldn't be willing to give up and complete the mission. Hence, he set up all sorts of restrictions, such as concealing Dao techniques and the secrets of the Yin Masters."
"All I wanted was to take advantage of the original owner, and yet refuse to avenge him. That means I would rather die along with the secret than hand it over."
"Original owner, oh original owner. You've put so much effort into this, and yet all this has happened out of nowhere. Should I thank you, or should I hate you?" Pei Zi Yun asked.
If it were an ordinary person, they wouldn't have thought much of it. However, Pei Zi Yun knew very well how terrifying the Emperor's power was. He stood there for a long time before walking out.
"Master, this spiritual medicine contains spiritual energy. It can cleanse the physical body and increase one's intelligence. It can also change one's foundation. It's very suitable for Senior Sister." Pei Zi Yun looked at his master as he handed her a jade bottle.
Yu Yun Jun received the jade bottle and opened it. A faint fragrance wafted out from within the bottle. Just by smelling it, she felt much more refreshed.
"This is a medicinal pill made from spiritual medicine?" Yu Yun Jun looked at Pei Zi Yun in shock. She hadn't heard of such a thing happening in the cultivation world for hundreds of years.
"Yes, it's a medicinal pill that I came across. It can improve one's physique. It's because of this medicinal pill that I was able to break through the gates of heaven and become a Yin Master." Pei Zi Yun said, giving himself a reason to improve so quickly.
"So that's how it is. No wonder you've improved so quickly. It's all because of this good fortune. I was right. But do you know that spiritual medicine is very beneficial to a Yin Master?" Yu Yun Jun looked at Pei Zi Yun and asked.
"Master, I've already broken through the gates of heaven, and can slowly increase my spiritual energy. This little bit of intelligence is just icing on the cake for me. Although Senior Sister's improvement is very fast, her talent isn't the best. This medicinal pill can help Senior Sister improve her talent."
"In the future, breaking through the gates of heaven and becoming a Yin Master would be much easier."
Hearing Pei Zi Yun's words, Yu Yun Jun smiled, "You're very kind. I shall accept it on behalf of your Senior Sister."
At this point, the door opened and Chu Xia walked in. Her face was full of smiles as she looked at Pei Zi Yun, "Thank you Junior Brother. You're the best."
"Senior Sister, why do you always like to eavesdrop? It's not a good habit!" Pei Zi Yun looked at Chu Xia, feeling a headache coming on.
"Hm, if I hadn't eavesdropped, I wouldn't have known that Junior Brother had secretly prepared such a huge gift for me." Chu Xia frowned as she spoke.
"Master, there's no time like the present. With this spiritual pill in our hands, we can't avoid the attention of others. Why don't we let Senior Sister consume it, and we can protect her." Pei Zi Yun said.
Yu Yun Jun paced back and forth before looking at Chu Xia. She then patted her head affectionately, "Since you've said so, let's consume it."
There were two more pills left for He Qing Qing and Liao Qing Ye to use. Pei Zi Yun thought to himself, "Time waits for no man."
In a quiet room
Yu Yun Jun stood guard by his side. Chu Xia retrieved the spiritual pill and consumed it. She then sat down in the quiet room and felt a warm sensation spreading throughout her body. Her breathing became steady and her mind became clearer and clearer. An indescribable feeling started to form within her.
After some time, the effects of the pill started to spread. Chu Xia's body was covered in dirt and filth. She could feel her stomach rumbling and her nose was filled with a foul stench.
Chu Xia hurriedly got up and went to the toilet. Yu Yun Jun smiled and asked the person standing guard, "Is the hot water ready?"
"The hot water in the room is ready."
"Senior Sister is going to have a hard time." Pei Zi Yun looked at Yu Yun Jun. The spiritual pill had cleansed her body of impurities. Chu Xia had plenty of time to freshen up.
Yu Yun Jun then turned around and spoke to Pei Zi Yun, "Come here, I have something to ask you."
"Yes." Pei Zi Yun followed Yu Yun Jun down a corridor. Yu Yun Jun's eyes were filled with a smile as she tapped on the railing and asked, "Ever since you came down from the mountain, you've been frowning. Is it because of the Sect Leader? "
Pei Zi Yun smiled bitterly and was about to speak when Yu Yun Jun looked at him and spoke, "You don't have to worry. You're already a Core Disciple, and the Sect Leader can't be removed so easily. However, he's still the Sect Leader after all. Hence, the Elder has punished you for a year. You just have to go out and play for a year."
"Yes." Pei Zi Yun replied, his face was filled with a bitter smile. He had been misunderstood. He then thought to himself, 'What I'm worried about is young master Xie and King Lu's palace. How can I break out of this situation? This is a huge matter, and not something that Holy Jail Sect or Ji Bei Hou can compare to.'
Just as he was thinking about this, there was a commotion outside the door. There was even the sound of drums being beaten.
Pei Zi Yun frowned as he walked out of the door. When he reached the door, he saw a bailiff rushing over, "Master Top Scorer, an Imperial Edict has arrived today. Would master Top Scorer please prepare yourself. In two hours, an angel will announce the edict."
"Why is there an Imperial Edict?" Pei Zi Yun handed over five taels of silver as he asked. The bailiff took the five taels of silver and replied softly, "I have no idea. However, I've heard that this matter involves Master Top Scorer and your father. You've been bestowed with a title."
"Bestowed with a title?"
Pei Zi Yun paused for some time before he understood. To a living person, it was a title. To a dead person, it was a gift. Although he didn't know why the Emperor would suddenly bestow a title, he was someone who had studied etiquette before. He then instructed, "Quick, quick. Call He Qing Qing over."
He Qing Qing wasn't far from him. At this point, she hurried over, "Young Chieftain, what instructions do you have for me?"
"Bring some men and open the main door of the Ancestral Temple. Clean it up immediately."
"Yes!"
Seeing that He Qing Qing had left, Pei Zi Yun immediately changed into his Top Scorer's robes. It was said that the new Imperial Examinees were required to travel to the capital for the second year's examinations. They were also required to purchase their robes and insignia. The Imperial Examinee's robes were very similar to the robes of an official.
He then turned to the village chief and instructed, "Hurry up and clean the roads. Sprinkle some water to get rid of the dust. Everyone else, stay at home and do not walk around."
The village chief's legs were trembling as he acknowledged the order.
When everything was done, Pei Zi Yun walked towards the Ancestral Temple. Although this temple had only been built for a year, it didn't look like it had been built for a long time.
Standing at the bottom of the stairs, Pei Zi Yun took in two deep breaths of cold air. He then entered the temple and looked at the few memorial tablets on the table.
He lit up a stick of incense and waited for it to burn. At this point, he could hear voices coming from outside. The remaining memorial tablets were moved to the side, leaving only one tablet.
Originally, there wasn't much of a difference in status. However, now that there was an Imperial Edict bestowed upon him, everything was different. This wasn't fake. There was a huge difference in status between the people of the underworld.
This was a gift!
Pei Zi Yun wanted to say something, but he remained silent. How could he tell the memorial tablet that his fate had entered a perilous and unpredictable place?
He sighed and lit up another stick of incense before turning around and walking out.
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