Sheng Fu

Gong Yan then realized that the scions of powerful families within the military had always been a force to be reckoned with.

"You understand military strategy?" Gong Yan asked sincerely.

In battlefield duels, while the ability to defeat ten thousand men is certainly important, military strategy and tactics are of paramount importance. Many powerful generals actually fought many humiliating battles for the Shu Kingdom.

Pu Weiqing has always been the dean of Bailu Academy. Although his personal bravery is not to be underestimated, commanding the three armies is another matter.

“Yuwen Jun already has a Soul Master at the Lingxiao Realm under his command, so naturally someone will become my strategist in due time,” Pu Weiqing replied, slightly embarrassed.

Gong Yan was finally able to relax a little.

The thought that even the Dean would have to go to the battlefield due to the interference of the new policies made Gong Yan feel uneasy.

This was not something Pu Weiqing was good at, but it was something he felt obligated to do.

……

Vast City, inside the City Lord's Mansion.

As night deepened, a candle burned brightly in the temple, and a beautiful woman stood there.

After recovering from her injuries, Jing Peiyao felt a sense of urgency, because Yuwen Jun had already entered the Lingxiao realm, while she was still in the Guiyuan realm.

Although Mingming knew that the most taboo thing in cultivation was being impatient and restless, Jing Peiyao couldn't help it.

I can't wait to reach the Lingxiao realm.

The more chaotic one's mind is, the more chaotic one's internal energy will be.

Beads of sweat glistened on her forehead. In the end, she gave up on this meditation practice, opened her beautiful eyes, and slightly circulated her internal energy. Although there was an upward momentum, it was still far from enough.

Jing Peiyao has now reached the mid-stage of the Returning Origin realm, and is only one step away from the late stage.

This step is close enough to be taken, but it requires a sudden realization.

In my current state of mind, it's difficult to have a sudden moment of clarity and enlightenment.

While I was pondering this, a figure appeared outside the dojo at some unknown time.

Yuwen Jun arrived. He closed his eyes slightly and sensed the surging Ziwei True Essence within Jing Peiyao's body, like chaotic waves on the sea.

After a moment's thought, Yuwen Jun guessed what this successor of the empress was thinking.

However, he couldn't reveal someone's true thoughts, because doing so would only make that person feel even worse.

From her teenage years, Jing Peiyao firmly believed that she would stand at the pinnacle of the Dao and become a woman who stood out from the crowd. If it weren't for the anomaly that was Yuwen Jun, Jing Peiyao would truly be the number one among the younger generation.

But an anomaly occurred, and this anomaly was her own husband.

Jing Peiyao slowly got up and walked out of the temple.

Yuwen Jun stood with his hands behind his back, looking relaxed, and said, "Tomorrow is the North-South talks, and we both need to dress up for the occasion."

Jing Peiyao was slightly taken aback, then realized that she had to be there for such an important event. She was Yuwen Jun's wife, the successor of Empress Fuyao, and one of the Eight Gu.

Her presence at the Shuanglongshan venue is itself a statement.

"Shall we leave now?" Jing Peiyao asked.

Yuwen Jun nodded and said, "The Dean is currently outside Shuanglong Mountain, drinking with Senior Gong Yan. Tomorrow, the Dean will be the first and last line of defense at the venue."

"It's not too late yet, you can go over there and have a few drinks with the Dean and catch up."

Upon hearing this, Jing Peiyao became somewhat interested and nodded slightly.

In an instant, the world turned upside down.

Outside the ancient road pavilion outside Shuanglong Mountain.

Before Pu Weiqing could react, Gong Yan had already put on his demon mask. Yuwen Jun, who was standing outside the pavilion, pretended not to see it and thought to herself, "So this is what he looks like. He really needs to wear a mask. Seeing this person in the middle of the night is a bit scary."

Pu Weiqing turned around and saw Jing Peiyao walking briskly to his side, bowing deeply and saying, "Greetings, Master. How have you been lately, Master?"

The gloom in Jing Peiyao's heart vanished the moment she saw Pu Weiqing.

"Shang Ke, come and sit down quickly, have a few drinks with us." Pu Weiqing said in high spirits.

Although he had drunk with his beloved apprentice before, it was only at the apprentice's wedding. This kind of impromptu and hasty drinking party was a first for him.

"Okay!" Jing Peiyao said cheerfully.

Only in front of Pu Weiqing would Jing Peiyao show the demeanor of a well-behaved daughter.

Even in front of her parents, Jing Peiyao would consciously or unconsciously muster a certain spirit, perhaps without even realizing it herself.

Yuwen Jun remained standing outside the pavilion, subconsciously looking into the distance.

Many people are heading towards Shuanglong Mountain.

Seeing the public's enthusiasm, Yuwen Jun felt a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment.

"Why don't you come and have a few drinks with us?" Pu Weiqing asked instinctively.

Yuwen Jun shook his head, looking disgusted, and said, "There's only a dish of peanuts, and the wine is of very low quality. Let's just forget about it."

Upon hearing this, Pu Weiqing and Jing Peiyao both bristled and glared at Yuwen Jun with hostility.

Upon seeing this, Yuwen Jun instantly traversed the void and departed.

"How could this person do this!" Jing Peiyao said, her eyes filled with stubbornness as she looked in the direction Yuwen Jun had left.

Pu Weiqing laughed and said, "He is a good person, but also a good person who can't stand hardship. In a way, it's a very good thing that you married him."

Jing Peiyao sighed deeply and said, "Things are different after entering Lingxiao; they've become even more arrogant!"

Pu Weiqing gently comforted her, "Don't worry, you will also find your own path to success."

"Never mind him, let's drink."

……

Inside Hengchang Hall, the lights were brilliant.

Yuwen Jun had just arrived when Jing Hanqing arrived.

"Where did the Grand Preceptor go?" Yuwen Jun asked subconsciously.

Jing Hanqing bowed slightly and said, "I don't know which way is north or south. You must have traveled a long way. Nowadays, people from all over the north and south are spontaneously heading to Shuanglong Mountain. The Grand Preceptor must be very busy. Perhaps the Grand Preceptor has already entered the capital to meet the Emperor."

"This is a sensitive night, destined to stir up a lot of people's emotions."

Yuwen Jun nodded and smiled, "That's true, but the Grand Preceptor won't be going to the capital. He's most likely going to the vicinity of Nanling Academy."

"After the work-for-relief program and the rise of the Northern King, the North is generally safe and sound. However, in the South, Xie Yiming has not centralized power, leaving many unknown hidden dangers."

"Tomorrow morning, come with me to Shuanglong Mountain. This time, the Seven-Character Poetry and Five-Character Masters will be present, as will the Two Kings of the North and South. This lineup is enough to make some powerful families bow their heads in submission."

Jing Hanqing nodded emphatically and said, "I believe that this time we will definitely be able to implement the new policy in one go."

Yuwen Jun then said, "Have the kitchen prepare a few hearty dishes so we can have a few drinks."

“Jing Peiyao and Dean are drinking, and I also want to find someone to drink with. Hengchang Sect is in good order under your governance, so the two of us should have a drink together. You are the true pillar of Hengchang Sect.”

Upon hearing this, Jing Hanqing felt somewhat dazed, then nodded.

That being said, Yuwen Jun's real reason was that Jing Hanqing was devoted to Taoism, and he wanted to keep this hardworking and meritorious head of the cabinet company company company with him! (End of this chapter)