She is Jianxiu

Chapter 1481, Chapter 41, following the trend

In the capital city, Fang Qi had escaped from the Milky Way. He was terrified the whole way, still pondering Zhao Chun's wild and absurd words. Only after returning to his residence did he hurriedly ask his ancestor for an explanation of what he had seen and heard that day.

The Fang clan has a long history, not much different from the Yingtai and Gonghua clans. The ancestor who is now in charge of this clan is a second-rank scholar who can rival the likes of Yingtai Zhi Qiu and Zuo Zhou Yun. His name is Li.

The celestial sand that was lent to Suotuyi earlier was given at Fang Li's behest.

When she heard that Fang was so eager to see her, she was also puzzled. So she summoned him and asked him about it, and then she learned the truth.

He then asked, "Did Zhao Chun really say that?"

Looking at his expression, there was still a hint of surprise and disbelief. Fang Qi nodded and immediately affirmed, "Ancestor, just believe me. At that time, not only me, but also Zhu Kangqu and Lou Yuesheng, none of them were able to escape from her. It's just a pity that my studies were not good enough, and I was unable to discern the true nature of that magic."

Fang Li shook her head and said, "This is not your fault. After all, the methods of people from beyond the heavens are far beyond the knowledge of us sages. How could you possibly see that?"

After saying that, she turned her gaze, raised her hand, clenched her fist, and tapped it in her palm. Her tone was thoughtful. "Since she dares to make such bold statements, Zhao Chun must have long had the idea of ​​getting rid of Suo Tu Yi. Hmph, these Qi cultivators are always arrogant. If she is really a person of this path, it is not surprising that she has such confidence."

Upon hearing this, Fang Qigu below widened his eyes slightly and said in surprise, "No wonder she is so arrogant, she is actually a Qi cultivator?"

Fang Li nodded and said, "It's most likely true. Her battle with Suotu Yi that day made the three priests see the clues and speculate that she has the way to refine spiritual energy."

Most people in this world don't live long. Although Fang Qi possesses a third-grade cultivation level, she is only two or three hundred years old. She has never seen many true Qi cultivators, and her understanding of such cultivators comes mostly from legends and ancient texts. So when she heard Fang Li's account that Zhao Chun might be a Qi cultivator, she immediately recalled the descriptions in the ancient texts and exclaimed in surprise, "It is said that Qi cultivators are incredibly powerful and live as long as the mountains and rivers. I wonder how old this person is."

Most living beings in the world seek nothing more than immortality, and the so-called eternal prosperity and lifespan equal to heaven have been achieved only by sages and great sages since ancient times. Therefore, when a Qi Refining cultivator who has lived for thousands of years came to this world, it naturally caused a great upheaval, shaking the very foundations of countless disciples of sages.

However, ancient texts record that the art of Qi cultivation goes against the natural order and is a rebellious path that contends with heaven, earth, and man. If Qi cultivators are allowed to establish sects and recruit disciples, this world may eventually change hands completely, allowing outsiders to usurp the throne and achieve their desires.

Since the Qianming Realm was ultimately under the rule of a sage, they had no choice but to wipe out these sects and their followers before these Qi Refining cultivators could gain any real power. Otherwise, today's debate on psychology would probably have had to add another subject, turning into a debate on the three disciplines of mind, reason, and Qi.

"How long you live is not important; what matters is choosing the right path."

Fang Li spoke softly, seeing right through Fang Qigu's thoughts, "Qi cultivators are too much of a threat. It's fine if she can be accepted into the academy, but if she refuses, her life is entirely up to the great sages to decide." Back then, a Qi cultivator comparable to a great sage was enough to cause a change of dynasty. As a result, even though there are no longer any traces of Qi cultivators teaching their methods on this land, there are still many people who want to pursue immortality trying to imitate them, calling on friends and friends in the wilderness, and opening up a new path of Qi cultivation. However, their influence is too small and their methods are not correct, so they do not pose any real threat.

Thinking of this, Fang Li softened her expression and sighed, "No matter what, her feud with Suo Tu Yi is unavoidable, and whoever dies will definitely attract the Grand Master's attention. I originally thought that Zhao Chun's background—a Qi cultivator from beyond the heavens—meant that even if she represented the Gu She lineage at the Danqiu Conference, she would most likely end up at the Shaoshi Academy. The Grand Master knows this, so he won't be wholeheartedly devoted to Zhao Chun..."

"However, now that things have come to this, Zhao Chun has spoken to you, while Suo Tu Yi has received our help. The difference in their abilities is evident here."

Fang Qi nodded in agreement and pressed further, "Does the Ancestor believe that Zhao Chun is bound to win? Should we offer her some assistance?"

Fang Li said, "She already has a plan in mind, so why would she care about support from other places?"

After speaking, she pondered for a moment, then a sharp glint appeared in her eyes, prompting her to suddenly raise her sleeve and draw a few characters in the air with her finger. A moment later, a transparent ripple spread out in front of the two of them. Fang Li reached out her arm and directly into the ripple. When she withdrew her hand, she had a piece of crystal clear, slightly milky white substance in her palm.

"Wen Gu? Why did our ancestor bring it out?"

Fang Qi clicked his tongue slightly, thinking to himself that although this item was not as precious as the Heavenly River Sand, its origin as a condensation of literary essence and cultivation was by no means simple. Among all the scholars in the world, only those at the third rank or above could choose to condense their cultivation into literary bones upon death and entrust them to their descendants.

Therefore, within a large clan, the longer the lineage has been passed down, the more inscribed bones it will accumulate. Unfortunately, these are gone once used up, unlike the Heavenly River Sand which can be reused repeatedly. Generally speaking, clan members will only consider using inscribed bones to enhance their abilities when faced with a life-or-death situation.

Fang Li pushed the thumb-sized inscribed bone away from her hand. "Take this and give it to Suo Tu Yi. I know that Suo Tu's family also has inscribed bones in existence. With this one in addition, it will be enough to make him make up his mind."

Fang Qi took the item, but said with a puzzlement, "In this way, Suotu Yi will have at least two artifacts at his disposal. If the odds of victory are high, Zhao Chun might actually lose—"

She wanted to press for more information, but halfway through the conversation, she figured out the key point herself. So she turned her gaze and chuckled softly, "Our ancestors were so thoughtful."

These two individuals, one strong and one weak, were merely adding icing on the cake to Zhao Chun's success, and would not earn her much gratitude. Therefore, the artifact could only be given to the other side. When the two fought, if Zhao Chun won, Fang Li would follow the former's wishes and urge Suo Tu Yi to take action. If the latter won, she would provide even stronger support, making Suo Tu Yi owe a great favor.

Ultimately, Zhao Chun was difficult to bribe, possessing a rather watertight demeanor. Considering her status as a Qi Refiner, Fang Li never thought she would stay here for long.