Dreaming about the world, embarking on the path of spiritual practice.

Chapter 435: Soul Sustenance
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After a long time, everyone gradually came to their senses.

Li Shimin showed an appreciative look on his face and nodded in approval: "Very good, very good, indeed it is extraordinary. I have also broadened my horizons today."

Yu Liang smiled slightly and bowed: "Your Majesty, you are too kind. I am just showing off my skills in front of an expert. I am sorry to make you laugh."

The atmosphere in Wenhua Hall reached a small climax due to Yu Liang’s wonderful performance.

Everyone was discussing Yu Liang's talent, and many scholars and men of letters came forward to communicate with him.

However, at this moment, Princess Changle walked towards Yu Liang quietly.

"Your Highness, I'm honored to meet you." Yu Liang saluted with a smile.

Princess Changle looked at Yu Liang. His current polite behavior was in stark contrast to the image of him in her mind.

"Mr. Yu is indeed talented. I admire him."

"Your Highness, Princess, has given you too much praise."

Yu Liang maintained a modest attitude while smiling: "I wonder what the princess wants to talk to me about?"

Princess Changle said softly, "Master Yu, I want to talk to you alone, is that possible?"

Yu Liang nodded: "Of course, Your Highness, please."

The two came to a secluded garden pavilion outside the Wenhua Hall.

Seeing that there was no one around, Yu Liang said to Princess Changle, "I don't think it was your Highness's intention to call me out alone!"

Hearing this, Princess Changle's eyes flashed with surprise, and she asked back, "Why do you think this is not just my intention?"

Yu Liang did not answer directly, but turned and looked at the winding garden path next to him.

His eyes penetrated through the layers of green leaves, and at the corner of the rockery and lush trees, a figure slowly appeared. It was none other than Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty.

Li Shimin walked steadily to Yu Liang, with the calmness and majesty unique to an emperor on his face.

He said softly to Princess Changle: "Sizi, you can leave first."

"Yes, father." Princess Changle bowed respectfully and slowly retreated.

Yu Liang looked directly at Li Shimin and said, "Your Majesty, if you have anything to say, just speak directly. I always like to speak directly and don't like to beat around the bush."

Hearing this, Li Shimin also smiled and said, "I am not the kind of person who likes to beat around the bush, so I will just say it directly."

"I hope you can give me The Legend of the Condor Heroes."

Hearing this, Yu Liang asked in confusion, "Haven't I already given it to Your Majesty? Why is Your Majesty asking for it again?"

"No!"

Li Shimin shook his head, "I'm not talking about the manuscript!"

After a pause, he said in a deep voice:

"It's the realm of The Legend of the Condor Heroes!"

Hearing this, Yu Liang's expression changed slightly, and then he replied calmly: "Your Majesty, are you joking?"

"The Legend of the Condor Heroes is a work that I have worked so hard on. How can I give it to others?"

Hearing this, Li Shimin remained unmoved, and said in a low but firm voice: "I am willing to provide you with sufficient compensation."

"Haha~"

Yu Liang sneered and said, "Your Majesty, don't you know the importance of the realm?"

He took a few steps forward, stared into Li Shimin's eyes, and said bluntly:
"Compensation? What compensation can you offer?"

The realm constructed by the storybook "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" is no ordinary thing.

If it were before, Yu Liang might not have deeply understood this point.

However, after such a long period of travel, and with the storybook gradually being fully realized, he had already understood its true role and significance.

The world of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" is not only a carrier of a story, but also a place where people can place their souls.

Being able to carry the spiritual sustenance, the role of such a realm is naturally self-evident.

What's more, is the story of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" a story?

Although a lot has changed, at its core that is Yu Liang's life experience.

Asking for the realm of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes".

What's the difference between that and gouging out Yu Liang's heart?
Li Shimin seemed to have anticipated Yu Liang's reaction. He calmly took out an ancient scroll from his sleeve and handed it to Yu Liang.

Yu Liang took a glance and was curious. What kind of thing could Li Shimin offer in exchange with him?

Yu Liang took the scroll with some curiosity and slowly unfolded it.

In an instant, his eyes were deeply attracted by the exquisite painting on the scroll, which was a scene depicting an old man with a sage-like appearance passing through Hanguan Pass.

Yu Liang stared at the contents of the scroll and couldn't help muttering to himself:

"The emperor arrived at Hanguan Pass. The Zhou official Yin Xi was the commander of the pass. The emperor asked: Do you know? Xi said: Last winter, the star Li moved westward and the melting wind came three times."

"This is the History Chart!"

Hearing this, Li Shimin nodded and confirmed, "Yes, this is exactly the 21st transformation of the '81 Transformations of the Supreme Lord Lao': Passing the Han Pass!"

Upon hearing this, Yu Liang immediately closed the scroll and handed it back to Li Shimin.

The so-called "Chart of the Eighty-one Transformations of the Jade Emperor" is actually the eighty-two stories of the Jade Emperor's past lives.

Just like the storytelling books, observing the historical pictures is equivalent to being able to experience the experiences of Taishang Laojun throughout his lifetime.

What a great opportunity this is!

But Yu Liang really didn't dare to enjoy this kind of opportunity.

Are you kidding? Can you just watch this thing?
Last time he just mentioned "demon exorcism" briefly, and I came directly to him.

What would happen if I experienced this thing?

"I'm sorry, I am not worthy of this thing. Your Majesty, please keep it well!"

Li Shimin wanted to give the History Map to Yu Liang, but Yu Liang simply ignored him and refused to take it.

"Ah~"

In response, Li Shimin sighed.

"Don't worry, this treasure is given to you by me, so there will be absolutely no problem!"

"hehe!"

Hearing Li Shimin's words, Yu Liang sneered and thought to himself: If you say it's okay, then it's okay. Who do you think you are?

Seeing that he still looked unconvinced, Li Shimin wanted to say something else.
But Yu Liang didn't want to argue with him anymore, so he stretched out his hand to stop him from talking.

"I'm sorry, Your Majesty. I have something important to attend to. I won't bother you any more. I'll take my leave now!"

After saying that, Yu Liang turned around and left without looking back.

ah~
Looking at Yu Liang's receding back, Li Shimin, holding the map of history in his hand, sighed again.

In the corner, Princess Changle saw Yu Liang leaving, walked slowly to Li Shimin's side, and asked softly, "Father, didn't he agree?"

Li Shimin nodded, then unfolded the History Map in his hand and said unwillingly, "History Map, I didn't expect that he would not be tempted by such a treasure!"

Princess Changle, who was standing by, saw this and said, "Father, how about we think of another solution?"

"What can we do? He is not even interested in the Historical Map."

Li Shimin sighed and said: "Emperor, Son of Heaven~"

"Everyone thinks this is a supreme position, but who knows that this is also a cage. Once you sit on it, you can never get off!"

In this regard, Li Shimin couldn't help but miss the time when he was the General Tiance.

However, his eyes soon became firm again, and his heart was filled with dissatisfaction.

The civil and military officials under him could all become gods and enjoy eternal worship. Why did Li Shimin only live for a few short decades?

Even if he is going to die, he will continue to be the emperor!
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(End of this chapter)