parentshiftbook Chapter 396 Venerable Bao Yuan? Entering the East Sea Sword Sect
Chapter 396 Venerable Bao Yuan? Entering the East Sea Sword Sect
Chapter 396 Venerable Bao Yuan? Entering the East Sea Sword Sect
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
However, these three short days felt like a silent earthquake for the entire summer, causing a dramatic change in the landscape.
Li Xijun fought three grandmasters alone at Qiandao Lake, killed the Crimson Gallant Marquis with a single punch, defeated the second and third ranked on the Earthly Ranking, and ultimately caused the [Book of Mortals] to manifest its divine power. The news of Li Xijun ascending to the top of the Earthly Ranking spread like wildfire, far exceeding anyone's imagination, to every corner of the dynasty.
Its impact was immediate and dramatic, truly earth-shattering.
The Seven Emotions Sect and the remnants of the Calamity Sect, who had been rampaging and arrogant in the Jiangxi region, were brought to an abrupt halt almost immediately upon hearing the news, like ducks with their necks choked.
The demonic presence quickly receded, and the area, which had been filled with demonic energy, became calm overnight, as if the previous turmoil had never occurred.
The surviving disciples of the Demonic Sect concealed their whereabouts and fled into the deep mountains and forests, never daring to show themselves again, for fear that the newly promoted number one on the Earth Ranking would remember them as "remnants" and wipe them out at will.
Those local sects, powerful families, and influential clans who had been stirring up trouble because of the Xia Emperor's mysterious disappearance and the damage to the court's authority were even more alarmed.
Their past practices of outwardly complying with orders but inwardly resisting, delaying tax payments, and secretly expanding their power vanished instantly.
Urgent memorials and secret letters expressing loyalty flew to the capital like snowflakes through various channels.
The sincerity of his words and the humility of his attitude were unprecedented.
The gates of the residences of governors and generals in various regions were bustling with carriages and horses, all of whom were representatives of local forces who came to express their support for the imperial court and the crown prince.
In just three days!
The Great Xia Dynasty, which had been on the verge of war, became peaceful and prosperous at an astonishing speed.
This is the deterrent effect of absolute strength!
A person recognized as the number one in the world below the Heavenly Ranking Dharma Body, whose very existence is a pillar of stability, capable of suppressing all villains and commanding the respect of all.
Yuhang City, buildings upon buildings.
After the earth-shattering battle three days ago, this already renowned restaurant has become the focus of attention, with guests flocking in every day, all eager to catch a glimpse of the place where His Highness the Star Lord once stood.
At this moment, in the private room on the second floor, several weary wandering heroes of the martial arts world were engaged in a lively discussion, their spittle flying everywhere.
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"Have you heard? That ethereal fairy from the Sword Sect went straight to the inn where His Highness the Star Lord is staying today!" A burly man with a thick beard said in a low voice, sounding mysterious.
"Fairy Jinghong... could she be the one ranked high on the Earthly Ranking, the personal disciple of the Sword Sect's Dharma Body?" The others immediately became interested.
"Exactly! Tsk tsk, I heard that this fairy had a very close relationship with His Highness the Star Lord when she was in the capital, and their relationship was quite ambiguous!"
Another person winked and whispered, "It's rumored that even the Empress is interested in facilitating a marriage between the Sword Sect and the royal family."
At this moment, a middle-aged man dressed as a businessman, wearing a melon-shaped hat, interjected smugly, "Hey, this is probably true!"
"To be honest, I happened to be doing business in the capital recently. Since His Highness the Star Lord took over the Eastern Palace, the preferential treatment he has given to the Sword Sect is obvious to everyone. There are all sorts of preferential treatment and conveniences."
"Not to mention, why did that Ye Fa Shen from the Sword Sect make a move three days ago? Wasn't it to support his son-in-law and confront the old monk from Shaolin? Their relationship is incredibly strong!"
His words drew nods of agreement from the surrounding diners, who burst into laughter, clearly enjoying the romantic escapades of such an important figure.
Some busybodies couldn't resist gossiping: "But—didn't His Highness the Star Lord already marry the Vermilion Bird Venerable of the Star Palace?"
"Will this... work?"
The merchant in the melon-shaped hat scoffed, giving him a "you just don't understand" look: "Who is His Highness? The current Crown Prince, the future Emperor, it's only natural for him to have a harem."
"If you ask me, just wait and see. Not only Fairy Jinghong, but all those Venerables from the Star Palace, except for the missing Azure Dragon, Black Tortoise Venerable, and White Tiger Saintess, might all end up in His Highness's Eastern Palace in the future!"
Such sensual and power-laden speculations were exactly what the common people wanted, immediately igniting laughter and noise throughout the second floor of the restaurant, creating an incredibly lively atmosphere.
Meanwhile, in another elegant inn in Yuhang City, there is a detached small building in the backyard.
The fairy maiden, dressed in a pale yellow dress and carrying an ancient longsword, possessed an ethereal and otherworldly aura, as if she were untouched by worldly affairs.
She ignored the countless gazes along the way and went straight to the courtyard where Li Xijun and the other two were temporarily staying.
"Oh, isn't this Fairy Jinghong? What brings your true teachings of the Sword Sect to our little town?"
Xuanwu Venerable Su Manniang greeted us with a smile as she swayed her slender waist. Her words were familiar yet playful, as if she had transformed into the landlady of the place, warmly welcoming us.
Her gaze shifted between Fairy Jinghong and Li Xijun, her expression ambiguous.
Li Qinghan was still dressed in white, cold and aloof, sitting on a stone bench not far away, wiping her new sword.
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Upon seeing Fairy Jinghong, her icy blue eyes flickered slightly, revealing a subtle, complex emotion, but she quickly regained her composure.
Knowing that the other party had a special identity and a connection with Li Xijun, she naturally wouldn't be impolite and simply watched silently without saying a word.
The Fairy Jinghong seemed oblivious to Su Manniang's teasing and Li Qinghan's gaze, her expression calm and composed.
She sat down gracefully on a bamboo chair, took the tea that Su Manniang offered, took a small sip to moisten her throat, and then went straight to the point, looking at Li Xijun in the main seat: "Your Highness, I have come here on the orders of my sect to inform you of the outcome of the battle in the heavens."
Li Xijun's expression turned serious: "Please speak, fairy."
"My grandmaster had a battle with that holy monk from Shaolin in the heavens."
Fairy Jinghong spoke calmly, as if discussing a common matter, "Now that the world is stable, the restrictions of the laws still exist, making it difficult for the Dharma Body to exert its full power, and life-or-death battles are even more taboo. The two sides fought fiercely for a long time, with both sides attacking and defending, but neither could truly defeat the other."
She paused, then continued, "In the end, the Daoist Master of the Feathered Ascension Sect appeared and stopped the fight. Under the Daoist Master's mediation, the Grandmaster and the Shaolin Holy Monk reached an agreement to each return to the back mountain of the Sword Gate and the Shaolin Sutra Pavilion, respectively, to go into seclusion and not interfere in worldly disputes unless there is a major change in the world."
After saying the last sentence, Fairy Jinghong looked at Li Xijun, her clear and cold eyes showing a hint of relief: "In this way, the Buddhist Dharma Body will be bound by this and will not attack you again in the short term. Your safety is no longer a concern."
Upon hearing this, Li Xijun felt a great weight lifted from her heart.
He stood up, and facing the Fairy Jinghong, who was also facing the direction of the East Sea Sword Sect, he solemnly bowed and said, "Senior Ye's assistance is deeply appreciated. We, the Great Xia and I, will never forget this kindness. In the future, should the Sword Sect ever need our help, the Great Xia will certainly do its utmost to assist!"
Fairy Jinghong nodded slightly, signifying that her sect had accepted the goodwill.
After the atmosphere eased slightly, Li Xijun pondered for a moment, then looked at Fairy Jinghong again and took the initiative to speak: "Fairy, what you said in the capital about using the 'Heavenless Cycle of Life and Death Sword Chapter' to verify your sect's sword techniques—"
I agree.
He said firmly, "Once this matter is settled, I will personally go to the East Sea Sword Gate to complete this exchange."
Upon hearing this, a faint yet genuine smile finally appeared on Fairy Jinghong's usually calm and beautiful face, like a lotus flower just beginning to bloom.
"Alright. Jianmen, prepare your room and wait."