After Li Zixing's death, Li Xiu became the most powerful person in Jinling.
Without enemies, Li Xiu began to enjoy life. During autumn, because she was busy managing the business on the sea, she didn't have time to attend the autumn hunt. Thus, in her free time these few days, she came to the Imperial Plantation in the suburbs to make up for it.
"Prime Minister Zheng, drink to the brim!"
Compared to hunting, Prince Consort Qi preferred to entertain beautiful concubines, recite poems, and sing songs with wine. However, he couldn't refuse his wife's invitation, so he asked Zheng Qingfang to accompany her.
It was impossible for Zheng Qingfang to stay in the manor forever, so when he returned, he could use the excuse of seeing him off as an excuse to return to Jinling.
"Sigh, if Little Friend Sun is here, we can all write and admire the paintings together. How great would that be!"
Zheng Qingfang sighed.
This time around, Sun Mo went to the Darkness Continent for close to a year, causing Zheng Qingfang to feel extremely lonely.
"Say, Sun Mo is really strange. Other famous painters would spend all their time studying and wanting nothing more than to create a famous painting every day. However, he doesn't care about leaving his name in history at all."
Zheng Qingfang didn't understand.
There were many great teachers in history. But in the end, those who left their names behind were all sages. But for famous artists, as long as they produced a famous painting, they would definitely leave their name behind in history.
Of course, the meaning of the two was different.
No matter how famous the Along the River During the Qingming Festival Painting was, could its author be more famous than Confucius and Mencius?
"There's also 'Journey to the West'. It's a pioneer in vernacular writing. Once it's completed, it will definitely be a historical masterpiece. But it's only half of it. Don't you think it's infuriating?"
When Zheng Qingfang thought of this, he was filled with regret.
As Sun Mo's fame soared, things like painting were nothing compared to becoming a saint.
"Alright, let's drink."
Prince Consort Qi raised his wine cup and was about to drink it in one gulp when he suddenly froze. That was because in the distance, other than the white clouds and the dog, there was actually a little person flying up and down.
Am I seeing things?
Prince Qi rubbed his eyes.
"What happened?"
Seeing the astonished look on Qi Mu`en's face, Zheng Qingfang also followed his gaze. "What are you looking at?"
"Someone seems to be there?"
Prince Consort Qi was also unsure.
"…"
Zheng Qingfang thought to himself, Did you drink too much?
Qi Mu`en turned his head and looked at the maids standing at the side. "Was there someone in the sky earlier?"
The maidservants shook their heads.
When they were serving their master, how would they dare to look around?
"Haha, sorry about that."
Prince Consort Qi was embarrassed and thought that he should drink less wine. Otherwise, he might suddenly die in bed one day.
Look at him now, he was even hallucinating.
"Drink!"
Prince Consort Qi wanted to clink glasses with Zheng Qingfang, but Zheng Qingfang spat out a mouthful of wine.
"…"
Qi Mu`en wiped his face. (What's going on with you?) Then, he heard Zheng Qingfang's roar.
"He, he's flying!"
In the next moment, the maids' screams rose and fell one after another.
When the guards saw this, they immediately ran over, crossbows in hand. They were so nervous and amazed that they could die.
Why were there people flying in the sky?
"Master, it seems to be Her Royal Highness?"
The leader of the guards was at the divine force realm and had extraordinary eyesight. He could see that the little person flying in the sky was somewhat similar to Li Ziqi.
"Ah?"
Prince Consort Qi and Zheng Qingfang were dumbfounded. Their hearts skipped a beat. If they were to fall …
"Whose manor is that?"
Zheng Qingfang stood up.
"Sun Mo's."
When Qi Mu`en spoke, he had already stood up. Both he and Zheng Qingfang hastened their footsteps and hurriedly walked over.
...
Li Ziqi's motor nerves were very weak. Even if she was in the world, some of her flying movements were very normal. However, it was different for Ying Baiwu.
After a simple adaptation, she began to perform some relatively dangerous maneuvers. Somersaulting and spinning were not a big deal. When she climbed to a height where she couldn't see the ground clearly, she suddenly withdrew her spiritual energy, and her whole body immediately fell down.
Hu ~
The sound of whistling wind could be heard. Everything on the ground was rapidly getting closer.
"Careful!"
Li Ziqi jumped in fright. She flew over at full speed, wanting to grab Ying Baiwu. However, she still missed her.
"Ah!"
Everyone on the ground was badly shocked. All of them rushed toward the location where the iron-headed girl had fallen, wanting to save her. However, when she was about five to six meters away from the ground, it was as though someone had stepped on the emergency brake and she suddenly stopped.
After that, she flipped and adjusted her posture, sitting cross-legged. However, she was still floating in the air.
"What are you doing? Are you trying to scare us to death?"
Jiang Leng grumbled.
This was the first flying experiment. If something went wrong, the impact on Sun Mo's reputation would be very great.
"Baiwu, you are too rash."
Sun Mo reproached.
"Teacher, I was wrong!"
Ying Baiwu hurriedly stood up and lowered her head to apologize. However, there was still an excited look on her face. She herself was still floating in the air.
The feeling of flying was simply too cool.
"Help me get one!"
Gu Xiuxun tugged on Sun Mo's sleeves. She was already impatient. "Quickly get one for me too!"
"Can't you fly faster?"
Murong Mingyue was curious.
She wanted one too.
"After I get used to flying in the air, I might be able to fly faster."
Ying Baiwu frowned and analyzed the pros and cons. "But no matter how fast you are, you won't be faster than a galloping horse. Also, there are some problems with stability. When you fly, your body would sway, and the thrust would be at your back. It would be a little awkward to adjust your posture."
"You can't compare this to moving around on the ground."
Helian Beifang felt that Ying Baiwu was nitpicking too much.
The people from the plains were known to be a race that lived on horseback and could even sleep on horseback. However, he felt that Ying Baiwu's movements were even easier than a ten-year cavalryman on horseback. This was enough.
"Mn."
Sun Mo took out a small notebook and made some notes. At the same time, he persuaded everyone, "This is only the first generation of the Imperial Sky Rune. It isn't perfect yet. Wait for me to create the most perfect one before giving it to you guys."
"This is already very perfect."
Gu Xiuxun wanted it now.
"That's right, there's no need to be overly harsh on yourself."
Murong Mingyue felt that Sun Mo was nitpicking too much.
Jin Mujie didn't say anything. She wanted it now.
"Hehe!"
Sun Mo shook his head and laughed. (You guys haven't seen how tyrannical the Sky Dance Technique is in the dragon ball. That's what flying is.)
Right now, at most, it was just floating in the air.
"Let's go and quickly return to school!"
Gu Xiuxun urged and pulled Sun Mo away. She couldn't wait any longer.
The others had no objections and followed after her.
When Sun Mo saw this, he knew that he wouldn't be able to persuade them. He could only go with the will of the people.
"In any case, your Ancient Dragon Capturing Hands can erase spirit runes at any time. At that time, after you invent the second generation, you can just make another one for us."
Gu Xiuxun didn't treat him as an outsider at all. (We are good friends.)
As for how many times Sun Mo would look at us?
(Aiya, if you want to soar, you must not be bothered by the trifles.)
Sun Mo glanced at Gu Xiuxun. (If you continue to be like this, do you believe that I won't give you a butterfly tattoo?)
Their dream of flying was still interrupted. Because just when everyone pulled out their mounts and before they could leave the manor, they were stopped by Qi Mu`en and Zheng Qingfang.
"What happened earlier?"
Qi Mu`en was impatient. "I saw someone flying in the sky."
Zheng Qingfang's gaze landed on Li Ziqi.
"I invented a type of flying spirit rune!"
These two were his people, and there was no need to hide anything. He had planned to explain a little, but just when he finished speaking, Prince Consort Qi called out.
"It can fly?"
Prince Consort Qi felt as though his balls were kicked by a ferghana horse. His face was filled with astonishment. "Quickly, fly it, let me see!"
Explanation?
To major characters like him, they didn't need to understand the process. They only cared about the results.
When Ying Baiwu flew up, Prince Consort Qi immediately hugged Sun Mo.
"Great Teacher Sun, from today onward, you are my brother."
Prince Consort Qi had an agitated look on his face. He patted his chest and guaranteed, "As long as it isn't a great crime of rebellion, I can guarantee that you won't have to worry."
"You are Li Ziqi's uncle?"
Sun Mo was speechless.
"It's fine, let's talk about it separately."
Qi Mu`en grinned and lowered his voice. "Recently, I got my hands on a skinny Yangzhou horse. She's proficient in zither, chess, calligraphy, and poetry. I'm preparing to make her the number one courtesan in Jinling. Tomorrow, no, tonight, I'll send her to your residence!"
"What else do you want? Tell me in one go."
Prince Consort Qi stared at Ying Baiwu. "I want this."
Sun Mo frowned.
Upon seeing Sun Mo's expression, Prince Consort Qi knew that he had said something wrong. He hurriedly explained, "Eh, don't misunderstand. I'm talking about flying."
(Speaking of which, this young girl is even more beautiful than my skinny Yangzhou horse.) Upon thinking of this, Prince Consort Qi involuntarily turned his head and swept a glance over.
(Alright!)
Each of the girls here had their own unique characteristics.
Even that tall and big girl from the plains was like a crane among a flock of chickens in Jiangnan.
All of a sudden, Prince Consort Qi's gaze when he looked at Sun Mo was different.
(Don't tell me you're choosing a disciple based on looks?)
"Uncle!"
Li Ziqi was greatly embarrassed. (How can you give these things to Teacher?
The main point is that Teacher's wife is at the side. Aren't you finding trouble for Teacher?)
(Also, I can do laundry, fold blankets, bathe, and warm the bed.)
Since there were guests here, and Sun Mo didn't wish to return right after coming here, everyone stayed behind.
"How did you do it?"
Qi Mu`en was curious.
Because even spirit rune great ancestors wouldn't be able to do such a thing.
Sun Mo shrugged.
"I understand. Even if you explain, I won't be able to understand. What I mean is that you can tell me some interesting stories about how you invented it. In the future, this will be a program I must brag about when I go out to socialize."
Qi Mu`en felt that he could brag about such things for at least 20 years.
Everyone laughed and chatted for a while. Zheng Qingfang couldn't hold it in anymore.
"How can we not create a painting to celebrate such a memorable moment?"
Zheng Qingfang set the trap.
"That's right!"
Prince Consort Qi hurriedly added, "Famous Artist Sun, we'll have to depend on you then."
"Famous paintings aren't for eating. Do you think you can just paint whenever you want?"
Sun Mo shook his head.
"Little Friend Sun, you're going to participate in the great teacher examination, right? There's definitely no problem for you, but what about your disciple? Shouldn't you create a famous painting to encourage him? "
Zheng Qingfang pleaded again.
"That's right. Sun Mo, quickly paint!"
As Gu Xiuxun spoke, she personally went to get a brush, ink, paper, and inkstone.
"It's also a fortunate thing to be able to see Teacher Sun's painting!"
Jin Mujie smiled and looked at Sun Mo with anticipation in her eyes.
"Speaking of which, I've never seen Sun Mo paint before!"
Mei Ziyu and Murong Mingyue didn't say anything, but the gaze they used to look at Sun Mo was already sufficient to explain everything.
The Bottle Gourd Brothers also began to persuade him.
Sun Mo had no solution and could only agree.
The stone table was moved over. High-grade ink and paper were presented. Sun Mo held the brush and stood before the paper.
What should he paint?
Mei Ziyu looked at Sun Mo who was in deep contemplation. His facial features were distinct and emitted the aura of a wise person. Her heart started to palpitate uncontrollably and her face turned red.
She was really envious of An Xinhui. She could become Sun Mo's fiancée!
Gu Xiuxun and Murong Mingyue were no longer interested in famous paintings. They felt that it wasn't bad to look at Sun Mo like this.
"It's over, it's over. In the future, would Teacher's inner residence become an Asura Field?"
Li Ziqi sneaked a glance at the surroundings and saw that the teachers were looking at Sun Mo as though they were looking at their dream lover. She felt a headache.
"Teacher, quickly do it!"
Qin Yaoguang urged. Stop posing.
Swoosh!
Over ten reproachful gazes immediately turned over.
Sun Mo smiled and the brush landed.
The vast land extended into the distance. One could see a red sun rising up.
The sky was azure and white clouds flowed!
A Li Ziqi wearing the Turtle Immortal School's orange-colored battle attire appeared vividly on the paper, floating in the air. Her expression was serious and there were bloodstains on her face. Spirit qi permeated her body.
When everyone saw this scene, they knew that she was facing an enemy so strong that it caused one to feel despair.
Sun Mo gradually sank into the painting.
Youths talked about hot-bloodedness and never admit defeat.
Sun Mo hoped that Li Ziqi would be able to puff out her chest and face all the difficulties and strong enemies she would encounter in the future. She would be able to face them head-on.
(You are so intelligent, so you should be able to do what others can't.)
(You are so hardworking, so you should enjoy success.)
(You are so considerate of the masses, so you have the qualifications to stand at the peak of great teachers and enjoy their flowers and applause!)
...
Sun Mo hoped that the little sunny egg would be able to accomplish something great, establishing the largest library in the Nine Provinces and realizing her grand dream of educating everyone without discrimination in the entire Central Province.
This painting was the encouragement he was giving to her!
Under such a mental state, Sun Mo was fully immersed. All of a sudden, motes of light lit up in the air. They were like fireflies, gathering at the tip of the brush.
As Sun Mo waved the brush, the colors on the painting brightened.
"Wondrous... Wondrous Blossom Realm?"
Just when Prince Qi was about to exclaim in admiration, Zheng Qingfang quickly covered his mouth.
(If you disturb Sun Mo and delay the birth of a famous painting, you won't be able to be friends anymore.)
"..."
Prince Consort Qi was shocked. He also knew that a famous painting wasn't something that could be created just because one wanted to. Hence, he didn't harbor too much hope. However, Sun Mo's skill shocked everyone.
A painting of a dragon-ball girl bursting with qi gradually took form!
Gu Xiuxun wasn't surprised at all because this was Sun Mo's original attitude. He was just so outstanding.
Although Murong Mingyue had personally seen Sun Mo drawing the [Kite Chasing Maiden], she was still shocked when she saw it again.
Mei Ziyu was long prepared. The image-recording stone in her hand was secretly aimed at Sun Mo.
At the same time, Li Xiu, who had just woken up from a short nap, learned from her servant that her husband and Zheng Qingfang had come to the next room. She washed up and walked over.
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