Glancing back at the True Sword Sect, Chu Mu boarded the flying ship and turned into a streak of light, leaving quickly.
After accepting the Canglan Dynasty's reward, another three months had passed. In these three months, a large amount of cultivation resources had allowed the True Sword Sect to rapidly and steadily develop. With the Yuan Gathering Tower, the cultivation speed of the core disciples had increased even further.
In just three months, the entire True Sword Sect gave off a completely new feeling.
As the saying went, people were in high spirits when faced with joyous events. The various events that had happened recently had its ups and downs, but the final outcome made everyone happy and excited. It also greatly motivated everyone. Their spirits had clearly increased, and their cultivation had become more motivated.
"Lord Sect Master has left."
"It's not like he's leaving forever. He'll be back soon."
Looking at the flying ship leaving, the disciples of the True Sword Sect looked up at the sky.
"I heard that this time, the Canglan Imperial Family invited Lord Sect Master over."
"Of course. Our Sect Master is the True Sword Marquis now. He's one of the only eleven marquises in the Canglan Dynasty."
The disciples' voices were filled with pride.
"It's those guys. They make people feel disgusted." Saying that, a disgusted look appeared on their faces.
"I told them long ago. They'll definitely regret it. They're regretting it now."
At this moment, a large group of people were kneeling outside the True Sword Sect's mountain gate. There were at least a few hundred of them. Their faces were filled with annoyance and regret. Some of them even looked as if they had committed a heinous crime.
The four core disciples guarding the mountain gate had cold expressions. Disgust flashed in their eyes.
Ever since Chu Mu was made a marquis, the True Sword Sect received the protection of the Canglan Dynasty. The Canglan Dynasty resisted the Imperial Court's revenge. Not only was the True Sword Sect safe, but it also entered a period of stable and rapid development. It had an unstoppable momentum, and it was inevitable that it would become stronger.
In addition, the Canglan Dynasty's super first-rate faction, the Tianyuan Palace, also sent an envoy over with a large amount of cultivation resources. It was clear that they wanted to befriend the True Sword Sect.
Although the Tianyuan Palace was not as strong as the Canglan Dynasty's experts, and even weaker than the Imperial Court's experts, it was still a super first-rate faction. It was the strongest faction in the Canglan Dynasty apart from the Canglan Imperial Family.
The True Sword Sect had received the support and attention of the Tianyuan Palace and the Canglan Dynasty.
Seeing this, seeing the boundless future, those who had taken the initiative to leave the True Sword Sect all regretted it. Some of them even shamelessly returned to the True Sword Sect in an attempt to re-enter.
However, Chu Mu had ordered them to stay outside the True Sword Sect. No one was allowed to enter the True Sword Sect for any reason.
Those who gave up on their sect at a critical moment, no matter how talented they were or how powerful they were, were unreliable people. They were completely despicable and not worth making friends with or paying attention to.
Chu Mu was sure that if these guys were given a chance to rejoin the True Sword Sect and become the disciples of the True Sword Sect, then the next time the True Sword Sect encountered a strong enemy and was unable to resist, they would definitely escape in the face of danger and repeat the same thing.
No one would be willing to spend the sect's resources to nurture a bunch of ingrates.
However, these people were unwilling to give up. They all knelt outside the True Sword Sect, expressing their regret. They hoped to re-enter the True Sword Sect, hoping to use their sincerity to move the sect master. Unfortunately, from the moment they walked out of the True Sword Sect, Chu Mu had already made the decision to never recruit them. Even those related to them would not be considered by the True Sword Sect.
This was the price they had to pay.
This matter had happened for a period of time. When it spread, the people of the Canglan Dynasty also learned of it. There were all sorts of discussions. Some people sympathized with these people, feeling that how could people not make mistakes? Admitting their mistakes and giving them a chance to turn over a new leaf was the right way to go.
There were also people who believed that those who gave up on their sect at a critical moment had extremely bad temperaments and should not be given a chance.
No matter how they looked at it or argued, they were unable to influence Chu Mu's decision.
…
This flying ship belonged to the Canglan Dynasty. Its interior was extremely luxurious, and Chu Mu was currently seated within.
He sat on a soft beast skin cushion. In front of him was an amber-colored fine wine, emitting an intoxicating fragrance.
Beside him stood two beauties in palace attire. They were even twins, and they had a bashful look on their faces.
This was simply enjoyment.
However, Chu Mu was someone who did not like women. He only liked the things in his cup. Therefore, he ignored the beauties on his left and right. Instead, he was interested in the things in his cup.
After cultivating in the True Sword Sect for another three months, an envoy from the Canglan Imperial Family arrived. He invited Chu Mu to visit the Canglan Imperial Family, saying that there was an important matter.
Chu Mu thought for a moment. Since he had accepted the title of marquis, then going to see the Canglan Emperor was also right.
There was a very long distance from the True Sword Sect to the Canglan Imperial Capital. However, the Canglan Imperial Family's flying ship was extremely fast. It only needed around half a month to arrive.
In this half a month, Chu Mu naturally stayed within the flying ship. Whether it was cultivating or teasing beauties, it was all up to him.
…
In the Canglan Imperial Capital, in an extremely luxurious restaurant, there was a luxurious room with grand decorations.
"I heard that the newly conferred marquis is on his way here." A young man with a jade-like face smiled and said. When he said the word "marquis", there was not the slightest bit of respect in his tone.
"It is said that this True Sword Marquis is very powerful. As a one-star beginner Saint, he can instantly kill a four-star Saint. After wearing a strange armor, he can even kill a six-star Saint. I really want to see it for myself." A fat man narrowed his small eyes and sighed.
"Hmph, a one-star beginner Saint killing a four-star Saint. I'm afraid he used some kind of secret treasure." A young man with thin cheeks snorted coldly, looking very unconvinced.
"Even if he used some kind of secret treasure, this True Sword Marquis' talent must be extraordinary. He is definitely a monstrous genius. I wonder if he is stronger or weaker than that person?"
"Compared to that person, hmph, he is much weaker."
There were a total of seven or eight young men in this room. Each of them had a different temperament and appearance, but the robes they wore were not ordinary goods. Their temperament was also incomparable to that of ordinary people. It was obvious that they came from extraordinary backgrounds.
They could be considered as the second generation of officials in the Canglan Imperial Capital. Each of them was either the son of an important official of the imperial court or the son of a marquis. They were all people who could do whatever they wanted in the Imperial Capital.
The topic of their gathering this time revolved around the new marquis.
"Do you guys think that the True Sword Marquis' arrival in the Imperial Capital this time will bring about unpredictable changes?"
"It's hard to say. It depends on what kind of person the True Sword Marquis is. If he is passionate about power, there will be a storm in the Imperial Capital. If it is the opposite, there shouldn't be any changes."
The Imperial Capital was a place where power was concentrated. If he was passionate about power, he would have to start from there. In the Imperial Capital today, the division of power had already ended. Who had how much power had already been fixed. If someone wanted to interfere, it would definitely affect the power held by others.
If something was in one's hands, no one would let someone else take it away unless they were willing. It would inevitably lead to a conflict, and it would probably cause a disturbance in the Imperial Capital. That was because this was a marquis, one of the only eleven marquises in the Canglan Imperial Capital.
"We still don't know what kind of person the True Sword Marquis is. However, this time, he did not come to the Imperial Capital on his own accord. He was summoned, "the handsome young man said with a smile," According to what I know, the True Sword Marquis is here for the quota … "
"Quota … what quota?" Everyone was stunned. Soon after, someone's eyes widened, "Could it be … that quota?"
"That's right. After a few hundred years, that secret realm is about to open again. The ten quotas are extremely precious. Looking at the situation, this new marquis is very likely to get a quota."
"The newcomer wants a quota? Isn't he afraid of not being able to leave alive?" Everyone sneered.
"This is not something we should be thinking about. Anyway, none of the ten quotas will fall into our hands," a lazy young man said casually.
The secret realm only opened once every few hundred years, and each time there were only ten quotas. There were many people who had their eyes on those ten quotas. There were many people who had higher status and strength than them. The competition was extremely fierce.
It was impossible for them to get one of the ten quotas.
"That's right. It won't fall into our hands anyway. Let's drink, let's drink."
Everyone changed the topic. However, just because it wouldn't fall into their hands, did it mean that they wouldn't be tempted?
…
Half a month's time passed in a flash.
The flying ship stopped somewhere in the Imperial Capital. The door opened, and the messenger brought Chu Mu out of the flying ship.
"It's been a while since we last met. The True Sword Marquis is even more elegant than before." A person walked towards them with a smile.
"Greetings, Hermit King," Chu Mu said. This was the Imperial Capital, and Hermit King was a prince. He was above a marquis, so he naturally had to give him face.
"No need to be so courteous." Hermit King also understood the rules. Previously, he was worried that Chu Mu wouldn't know the rules after arriving. He didn't care, but it was inevitable that some people with ulterior motives would think about it. It would be unnecessary trouble.
Initially, he summoned Ye Xiwen this time to give him some benefits. However, although those benefits would eventually fall into his hands under the emperor's decree, there were many people who were unconvinced. There were probably many people who wanted to cause trouble for him. The emperor wouldn't stop them.
The opportunity was given to him. Whether he could keep it or not was his own problem.
Of course, the older generation couldn't interfere. This was also the rule.
Now that he saw Chu Mu's demeanor in the True Sword Sect and another demeanor after arriving here, the Hermit King nodded to himself. Only a person who knew when to yield and when not had great wisdom.
"Let's go. My royal brother wants to see you," Hermit King said.
Hermit King's royal brother was the Canglan Emperor.
This was the first time Chu Mu was going to see the Canglan Emperor after coming to the Canglan Dynasty. Logically speaking, he should feel nervous and excited. However, Chu Mu's expression didn't change. His eyes were calm, and his attitude was calm. It was as though his status was equal to the Canglan Emperor.
Hermit King couldn't help but nod to himself.
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