Longevity: Starting from Refining Gu-Chapter 472 - 270 Six Dao Lord_2

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Chen Qing smiled, "Your family has already migrated to Jiuhe City, so you don’t have to worry. You can ask the former Princess Ruyi, now Princess Jin’an, about the details of the process."

Ji Ru, having achieved great merit, got her title upgraded from a purely honorary one to the political status of Princess Jin’an.

Shen Changye said, "Thank you, Your Majesty!"

Chen Qing nodded, "Hmm, I know you don’t like to be involved in too many affairs, so I’ve found a place for you."

"What do you think of Sword Travel Palace?"

"If you wish, I can write a letter to Sword Travel Palace, recommending you to become a disciple there and practice the arts of the Sword Travel Palace."

Shen Changye was overjoyed, "As a Sword Cultivator myself, going to the strongest sword sect is perfect, and I can concentrate on cultivation without other worries."

Chen Qing said, "Hmm, in Wen Country, I’ll add the title of Upper General and Marquis for you. When you return to the Human World, communicate with your family’s sect elders. If they are willing to serve in Wen Country, just write a letter informing Su Yi."

After Shen Changye left, the next person Chen Qing summoned was Ting Yun.

In Chen Qing’s view, Ting Yun was an enforcer.

Clearly thrilled at being summoned, Ting Yun arrived at the royal hall and respectfully performed three bows and nine kowtows.

"Greetings, Prince Wen!"

Chen Qing raised his hand, "Come, have a seat."

Ting Yun felt grateful for this gesture.

Sitting in front of Chen Qing, Chen Qing poured a cup of wine for Ting Yun, "How do you plan to handle the Dragon Clan?"

Ting Yun said, "I have already formed a brotherly bond with Ao Huanxiu. His daughter, Ao Zhu, has been sent to Qilin Temple by my arrangement."

"Also, on the Dragon Palace side, our lineage of Alien True Dragons has established the Prince Wen Temple, which we will worship during every festival."

"I have issued a clear order to the other Sea Clan demons as well: clans not worshipping the Prince Wen Temple shall not be spared!"

Chen Qing was slightly puzzled, "The Ao family has not reacted in any way?"

Ting Yun said, "From what I’ve observed, the Ao family seems to allow us Alien True Dragons to vie for power and have stopped concerning themselves with the Death Realm."

"They only sent a dragon offspring to communicate with me, discussing how to dispatch subordinates to cultivate at the Nanli Jinguang Sect or the Dao Origin Land."

Chen Qing said, "It seems the Dragon Palace wants me to get involved."

Ting Yun said, "Are you suggesting the Dragon Palace wants Prince Wen to enter their political scene to leverage your power in their entanglement with Da Yan?"

Chen Qing nodded, "That’s correct. The Dragon Palace has suffered significant losses, and their prestige among the Sea Clan’s great demons has diminished. They need external help to maintain control."

"If they only bring in Da Yan, they’re afraid it might get out of hand, so they want me in as well."

"Both sides will counterbalance each other, allowing them to profit."

Chen Qing said, "Handle the Dragon Palace affairs yourself, just ensure your subordinates remain loyal to me and devoted to my cause. You decide the exact allocation."

"I intend to appoint you as Demon Suppression Lord, overseeing the South Sea Domain as Marquis Pinghai. You will intimidate the various Sea Clan demons there for my purposes. Can this be done?"

Ting Yun was delighted, "Entrusted by Your Majesty, I will certainly strive with all my might!"

Chen Qing waved his hand, "Show me your Power Gu."

After bestowing Ting Yun’s Power Gu, Chen Qing said, "Thus, you are now second only to Xuan Mang in my ranks. The Sea Clan of the South Sea must be swiftly subdued."

"In the South Sea, there are many True Monarch disciples from my Nanli, so there are no significant demons—just some minor ones, with the strongest at the Mystic Gate Realm."

"Given your current strength, and if you pull some help from the Dragon Clan, it shouldn’t be difficult, and you can also train Dragon Palace disciples along the way."

"After you settle the minor Sea Clans of the South Sea, write to the academy and have them send people to preach at sea."

"Go now, and do good work. Even if the Dragon Palace lacks your title, I am not short on positions. I can speak with Jiguang Sect to have them appoint you as king; it’s not impossible."

"Of course, if you prefer the Dragon Palace and wish to obtain a title there, I might have a way."

Chen Qing raised his gaze, "By the way, in the Water Country of the South Sea, no sail is to set out to sea!"

Ting Yun said, "I understand, Your Majesty."

Ting Yun bid farewell, listening to his new title at the city gate, he respectfully bowed once more before leaving.

When Chen Qing met Nie Fei again, he felt a slight urge to punch him.

That guy still had that extremely annoying demeanor.

"Now that the Death Realm is pacified, what’s your plan?"

Nie Fei took up the wine jug, speaking nonchalantly, "Much the same as before, roaming the rivers and lands."

"Daring not to dream of True Monarch status, I must strive for Daoist Lord status."

"Our Qilin Temple hasn’t had a Daoist Lord in three thousand years."

Chen Qing sighed, "With your temperament, becoming a Saint is nothing but a fantasy."

"For you, pursuing the King Gu is the only way."

Nie Fei said, "What do your six Dao King Gu titles offer that I could use?"

"I’m preparing to travel the Four Seas, seeking lost King Gus, best ones that facilitate my wanderings."

Chen Qing said, "Among the Six Daos, the Human World, Asura, and Beast Paths have been bestowed already."

"Do you desire the fearless Divine Power Heavenly Human Dao, the punitive Hell Path, or the Ghost Path overseeing evil ghosts—Which do you choose?"

Nie Fei said, "Fearless Divine Power?"

"That could be of use to me; if I am fearless, I can infiltrate many secret places."

"Though wielding evil ghosts also holds some appeal, it’s not as favorable as the Heavenly Human Dao."

Nie Fei spread his hands, presenting his Power Gu, "Quickly, give it to me so I can set off. The Nine Nether Desolate Land has just been cleaned up; it’s the perfect time for uninterrupted exploration."

"There’re several strange spots there I’ve long wanted to visit. If I can remain unafraid of Divine Power, I should navigate them with ease."

Chen Qing pointed a finger, transforming Nie Fei’s spiritual item Power Gu into the Heavenly Human Dao Lord Gu.

"Remember to send word if you find a King Gu. Do not take unnecessary risks."

Nie Fei rose, "Rest assured, I’m not one who enjoys taking risks."

"There’s no reason for me to when you, a ruling king, exists."

"If there’s something amiss, you’d surely step up!"

Finishing the last cup of wine, Nie Fei stood, "Our paths are bound to diverge; next time our reunion is sure to be in front of a King Gu."

"I’m off now, don’t bother to see me off, it’s pretentious."

Chen Qing laughed heartily, "Never intended to see you off."

"Hurry along, you’re irritating."

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Wushang waited at his residence for a long time, still not seeing Chen Qing’s messenger.

"What’s going on?"

"Could it be that big brother has forgotten me?"

By the next day, still not seeing Chen Qing’s envoy, Wushang could not sit still and personally went to pay a visit.

Unhindered, he arrived before Chen Qing, "Big Brother, why have they all been given titles and I have not?"

Chen Qing chuckled, "And yet, look at the Red Lotus Demon King and Xu Yaofeng, have I titled them?"

Wushang said, "That’s different, they are each leaders in their own right and merely your allies. You don’t have the authority to title them."

"I’m different, I’m family."

Chen Qing said, "Since you’re family, why seek a title?"

"As long as I remain Prince Wen for a day, you shall be Prince Wen’s brother, your nobility second only to mine!"

"Do you want a title to show off?"

Wushang said, "Big Brother, just give me a title like General King or Champion King, if not, even as a Divine Power Great General would do!"

"As long as Lu Shenglong and the others need to bow before me, that’s enough."

Chen Qing pulled out a letter from his sleeve, "Your master has written, expressing his delight at serving as the State Preceptor in Wen Country, but he’s swamped and needs someone to assist him."

Wushang’s expression changed dramatically.

Chen Qing continued, "He wants you to return to the Human World within three days and assist this old man of his."

Taking the letter, Wushang’s face was filled with nothing but a bitter expression.

After Wushang left, shortly afterward, Zuo Chuan reported, "Your Majesty, Princess Jin’an requests an audience!"

Chen Qing spoke, "Announce her!"

Ji Ru entered the hall, her eyes landing on Yu Qingshuang. Chen Qing said, "Fear not, she is one of our own."

Yu Qingshuang was slightly surprised, then saw Ji Ru reveal a Void Flower in her open hand.

Yu Qingshuang immediately understood, "So, this princess is one of our Sword Travel Palace’s auxiliary members?"

Ji Ru smiled, lowering her stance, "Indeed, esteemed Sword Bearer."

In a short while, the two women were conversing animatedly. Chen Qing gently coughed, "Ji Ru, why did you come today?"

Ji Ru suddenly turned serious, "Following Taichu’s guidance, Senior has instructed that we must meet at least once!"

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