One pavilion, four sages, thirteen constabularies. This had always been the focus of all the officials and powers in the Great Xia Dynasty.
And the Heaven Dao Pavilion was where all the powers gathered, and had many disciples from the thirteen constabularies. Even if they wanted to hide the news of Chi Guyan leaving the mountain, it was impossible.
Furthermore, Chi Guyan had no intention of hiding it.
According to the Heaven Dao Pavilion's etiquette, Chi Guyan first kowtowed to the Heaven Dao Tablet, then to the Pavilion Leader of the Heaven Dao Pavilion, 'Mu Qingfeng'. After that, she kowtowed to the Heaven Academic Altar, the Divine Rain Pond …
Chi Guyan then officially walked out of the Heaven Dao Pavilion.
…..
No one expected Chi Guyan to leave the Heaven Dao Pavilion at this time. Because, there were still two more years before the Heavenly Prophecy.
Leave the mountain?
To other Heaven Dao Pavilion disciples, it was leaving the mountain. But to Chi Guyan, it was not so simple …..
It involved a storm!
Getting involved in a storm?
No matter how one looked at it, this was not a wise move.
Because, with Chi Guyan's status, she did not need to do this. All she needed to do was to cultivate in the Heaven Dao Pavilion for two years. Then, no matter what happened, she could become an existence above everyone else. Furthermore, she could enjoy the respect of all the powers in the Great Xia Dynasty.
If this happened to someone else, everyone would think that this person was the world's biggest fool, idiot, stupid pig …..
But, these words could not be associated with Chi Guyan.
Because …..
Chi Guyan was the Double Dragon Roll Champion. She was the true pride of the heavens. In the entire Great Xia Dynasty, she was the only fourteen year old Heavenly Reflection State cultivator!
Then, why did Chi Guyan leave the mountain early? What was her motive?
…..
Great Xia Dynasty, Flame Capital City.
Faint traces of the flames of war could be seen on the tall city walls. It was still as shocking as before, but there was always a restless atmosphere in the air within the city walls.
The capital city, which had been peaceful for a whole year, seemed to be in for a storm.
This could be seen from the occasional cup smashing in the various constabularies. This could be seen.
"What?! Chi Guyan left the mountain, left the Heaven Dao Pavilion! "
"What is she going to do ….."
Similar voices rang out in the capital at the same time, but the only difference was that their expressions were different. There was joy, worry, doubt, and fear …..
…
In a huge military tent where the Imperial Capital's patrol army was stationed. A young man in his twenties or twenties was sitting on the main seat. On his white luxurious robe, there was a beast pattern drawn with golden thread, showing his identity.
The Great Xia Dynasty used "Lin" as the surname of the royal family.
He was the Sixth Prince of the Emperor, the Imperial Prince, Prince Duan, Lin Xinjue.
With such a noble status, he should be able to enjoy his life in the King's Residence. However, King Duan had long moved his resting place to the military tent and was always with the soldiers.
However … At this moment, King Duan's brows were tightly furrowed, as if he was thinking about something.
On the military table, there was an exquisite copper furnace that was emitting sandalwood incense. Below the military table, there were two people sitting on either side. On the left was an old man dressed in a black and white Daoist robe, and on the right was a middle-aged man dressed like a scholar.
Other than that, there was no one else.
"Don't tell me that even Elder Wen can't guess Chi Guyan's intentions?" Lin Xinjue seemed a little frustrated.
"King Duan, Chi Guyan's actions were too sudden. I really can't guess it! But, I feel that Chi Guyan's actions might be related to the River of Trust Capital examination … "Elder Wen, dressed in a black and white Daoist robe, heard Lin Xinjue's question. He shook his head slightly.
"It's just a small capital examination. Elder Wen had also said previously that Chi Guyan's criminal demand order was merely to test the waters. Why is she contradicting herself again this time?" The middle-aged scholar sitting on the right spoke.
"I have already said that I can't guess it. The reason why I feel that it is related to the River of Trust Capital examination is because the timing of the two events is too coincidental, and …" Elder Wen looked at the middle-aged scholar. His expression was calm.
The middle-aged scholar didn't speak again. On the main seat, Lin Xinjue once again sank into silence.
"Should we follow Elder Wen's previous suggestion and recruit this Fang Zhengzhi into the army first?" Lin Xinjue asked again after a moment of silence.
"If we can recruit him, that would naturally be good. But, this person unexpectedly defeated Yan Xiu of the Yan family, and obtained the Double Roll Champion of the River of Trust Capital examination. Furthermore, I heard that his abilities have already reached the Star Conglomerate State. This is the time when he is at his sharpest. I'm afraid that all the powers will make a move. If King Duan also interferes …" Elder Wen was somewhat worried.
"I understand. The army has always been based on military achievements. If we promise too much, I'm afraid that the morale of the army will be unstable. But if we promise too little and forcefully recruit him, I'm afraid that there will be changes in the future!" Lin Xinjue instantly understood.
"King Duan is wise!"
"Reporting to King Duan, based on the current situation, if we continue to stay in the army, I'm afraid that people with ulterior motives will have the upper hand. I have a plan, King Duan can try it!" The middle-aged scholar spoke again.
"Oh? Mister Hua, please speak! "Lin Xinjue turned his gaze towards the middle-aged scholar, Mister Hua.
"After Chi Guyan left the mountain, she will definitely return to the Divine Constabulary. I found out that three months later, the Divine Constabulary will hold a constabulary banquet, inviting the officials of the Northern Desert, and also inviting the first-class roll youths of the River of Trust Capital examination to attend. If King Duan can personally attend, there will be three benefits!" Mister Hua paused, waiting for Lin Xinjue's reply.
"Mister Hua, please enlighten me!" Lin Xinjue's tone instantly became as respectful as a student.
Mister Hua revealed a satisfied expression. Then, he slowly stood up, walked to the centre of the tent, and bowed to King Duan and Elder Wen.
"This is the first benefit. Even though Chi Hou is loyal to King Duan, but he is far away in the Northern Desert. If King Duan doesn't attend the banquet, the officials will definitely regard Chi Hou as the leader. But if King Duan attends, the officials will definitely regard Chi Hou as the leader! This is to win over Chi Hou! "
"Yes, not bad!"
"The second benefit is that Chi Guyan returns to the Divine Constabulary. If King Duan can personally visit the Northern Desert with sincerity, even if she doesn't pledge her loyalty, when she succeeds in the future, she will still be of help! This is for the sake of success! "
"Mister Hua's words make sense!"
"The third benefit is that even though the River of Trust Capital examination is small, but it gathers the talents of the five capitals of the Northern Desert. Even though it isn't of much use now, but in the future, there will be a hundred benefits and no harm! Furthermore, from His Majesty, you will also receive the reputation of loving the virtuous! This is for the Emperor's will! "
"Well said! What a good 'win over Chi Hou, success, Emperor's will'! " After hearing Mister Hua's words, Lin Xinjue instantly stood up, and very respectfully bowed to Mister Hua.
"If King Duan can receive Mister Hua's help, he will definitely succeed! But, the three benefits that Mister Hua mentioned are indeed not bad, but apart from the three benefits … there's also a harm. This time, King Duan, it's best that you give up one benefit to avoid the other! "Elder Wen also stood up at this moment, and bowed to Mister Hua, then, opened his mouth and said.
"Give up one benefit to avoid the other?" Lin Xinjue was somewhat confused.
"Yes, King Duan, think carefully, what is Chi Hou's intention in hosting this banquet? Naturally, it's to stabilize the officials and establish his prestige! If King Duan personally enters, there would be suspicions of being a guest in the host's seat, and then there would be the intention of refuting Chi Hou … "
"A mere Chi Hou, even if he is one of the thirteen constabularies, how can he compete with King Duan?! Don't tell me he wants to be the king of the Northern Desert? "Hearing this, Mister Hua seemed to be slightly angry.
"No! Elder Wen's reminder is right, I must avoid this harm! I understand Elder Wen's meaning, I will definitely be careful on this trip, and will not disturb Chi Hou's intentions! "Lin Xinjue waved his hands, and after thinking for a while, he bowed again to Elder Wen.
"King Duan, King Duan is farsighted!" Elder Wen immediately bowed back.
…
The imperial capital Yan Capital, the place where the wind and clouds gather, King Duan's military tent was filled with discussion, and the various dukes' residences were also unusually lively. Within the city, countless luxurious horse carriages passed through non-stop.
There were those who left from the various dukes' residences, and there were also those who had just returned.
And among them, the place with the most horse carriages, was undoubtedly the Crown Prince's Palace, which had the two words' Eastern Palace 'hanging on it.
…
Of course, no matter how the wind and clouds changed, to Fang Zhengzhi, this wasn't a big deal. Because, from the start, he simply didn't know that Chi Guyan had left the mountain.
The River of Trust Capital far away in the Northern Desert naturally couldn't be as well-informed as the imperial capital.
Right now, what the scholars of the River of Trust Capital were more concerned about was, why would Yun Qingwu suddenly extend an invitation to Fang Zhengzhi? That was the lecher who removed her veil!
Don't tell me, it was because he was the double roll champion of this capital examination?
They weren't convinced!
Hence, at this moment, at the riverside of the River of Trust, countless scholars gathered together. They all wanted to see, how this number one lecher in the world would have the face to accept Yun Qingwu's invitation.
The wind was slightly chilly, and the willow branches continued to gently sway.
But, the scholars' hearts were all hurt …
But, these evidently didn't have much to do with Fang Zhengzhi. Honest people never do underhanded things. Even though, he very directly removed Yun Qingwu's veil.
Hence …
Fang Zhengzhi appeared at the riverside of the River of Trust.
Yan Xiu wasn't beside him. He was alone, alone. But, when he appeared, the gazes of the scholars surrounding the riverside all landed on him.
He was still wearing a blue robe, and following Fang Zhengzhi's leisurely footsteps, it gently swayed.
"He really came?! Does he have the face … "
"This lecher has indeed revealed his true nature. I really want to see, what can he give to Yun Qingwu!"
When the scholars saw Fang Zhengzhi, they were very angry and very jealous. But, nobody came forward to stop him. Because, they were all very curious, why would Yun Qingwu invite Fang Zhengzhi?
Could it be that Fang Zhengzhi really had something that they didn't?
At the riverside where the boat was anchored, a young lady wearing a jade-green dress waited quietly. When she saw Fang Zhengzhi, she also walked forward with light steps.
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