The Great Xia Dynasty's Longevity Begins with Connecting to the Swallowed Starry Sky

Chapter 118 The Prefect of Yuzhang, Ascending to the Summit, Eight Hundred Li Pengze Lake
"Greetings, Prefect."

The head of a prefecture is the prefect.

He oversaw all affairs within the prefecture, and even the army was under his control.

Generally speaking, prefects are at least at the peak of the second realm, and many are experts of the third realm.

The third realm is powerful, but most of these prefects are military cultivators. While they are powerful, their lifespan is shorter than those of other paths.

Most importantly, military cultivators can gather the strength of the entire army and their own body to fight beyond their level.

There's a big secret behind what Prefect Qian Heli meant.

But Qian Heli only mentioned it once and then said nothing more.

He Qizhi didn't dare to ask.

This Prefect of Yuzhang Prefecture, being located near the border, is undoubtedly at the peak of the third realm.

Looking back now, it's likely that the governor of Yuzhang Commandery was powerful, and that wasn't solely due to this reason.

However, Qian Heli remained silent, and he dared not ask.

At this moment, Qian Heli was quite interested in watching the battle in the distance.

He Qizhi didn't dare to speak, but from his perspective...

Although Qin Hao's battle with the Vajra Sword looked crude, it had its merits.

Qian Heli said, "I've heard of this Vajra Sword. It's quite a promising talent among the disciples of the Chunyang Sect."

Everyone around was speechless.

Having dominated the list of successful people for several years, he was still just a promising talent in the eyes of this prefect.
But considering his abilities, it becomes clear.

Qian Heli smiled and said, "However, this young grandson of the Marquis of Anyuan is quite amazing."

He had already developed this secret technique at only the second stage.

Moreover, it is clear that the martial arts techniques are self-created and constantly absorb the essence of others to refine themselves.

Ok?
"The Vajra Sword is probably about to unleash its ultimate move."

Song Fugui and the others quickly looked over and saw Qin Hao sitting cross-legged. The Vajra Sword, just like when it fought Jie Chen that day, used all its power to attack Qin Hao.

But it's no use.

Around Qin Hao, the five elements swirled, forming a five-element shield.

At the beginning, the five elements of Qi only circulated around the body.

Meanwhile, he controlled the dozens of spiritual swords of the Vajra Sword, which continuously attacked around Qin Hao.

No matter what moves Vajra Sword used, even if he used a sword formation or dozens of spiritual swords, he could not penetrate even a fraction of an inch.

No matter how hard he tried, he couldn't break through the Five Elements Qi Shield defense.

This is different from abstaining from anger.

Abstaining from anger is purely a physical defense, while Qin Hao's method is a secret technique.

Of course, Jiechen's physical body may have also used some kind of Buddhist secret method.

For example, the legendary Vajra Body.

However, this secret technique did not require Qin Hao to manipulate it; it formed naturally.

It's like the internal energy that a martial arts practitioner enters the second stage of cultivation.

Qian Heli and the others saw even more.

This person doesn't even need to cultivate; the amount of true energy is increasing every moment.

Moreover, the quality of the true energy is being refined, with its purity being improved at all times.

"The second realm has no bottleneck for him anymore."

Even without doing anything, you will spontaneously advance to the third realm after a period of time.

Song Fugui and the others all showed expressions of envy.

The third realm.

Although they are geniuses, they are confident that they can advance to the third or even the fourth realm.

However, the timeframe is uncertain.

Qin Hao, on the other hand, doesn't have to do anything; he'll be promoted after a period of time.

Moreover, it won't take too long.

As Qian Heli had predicted, the Magnetite and Vajra Sword took out the spiritual sword most closely connected to them: "Brother Qin, your strength is indeed extremely strong."

This Five Elements Qi Shield alone is already comparable to Jie Chen's.

However, I also have a special skill, and after fighting with Jiechen, I gained further insights, making it even more powerful.

Be careful.

Qin Hao nodded and stared intently.

Then Vajra Sword took out his spirit sword and rode it towards Qin Hao.

"Man and sword as one?" Song Fugui exclaimed in surprise.

He possesses numerous magical treasures and a considerable number of flying swords.

However, achieving perfect harmony between man and sword is almost impossible.

Only by being sincere with the sword can one reach the pinnacle of swordsmanship.

The unity of man and sword is a technique used by sword cultivators.

He has too many magical weapons, which makes it impossible for him to concentrate on the sword. His understanding of swordsmanship is insufficient, so he cannot achieve oneness with the sword.

He Qizhi was also taken aback, but then a little doubt appeared on his face.

He turned to look at Qian Heli.

Qian Heli shook her head: "It's not about man and sword becoming one, it's just about controlling the sword with one's body."

There are several levels of mastery over a flying sword. The earliest level involves controlling the sword with one's qi, which is limited to a few meters around the user.

Then came the divine control of the sword.

This is the technique of a sword immortal. Depending on the cultivator's strength, methods, and so on, the level of swordsmanship varies, and the distance that can be controlled also differs.

There are even sword immortals who can kill enemies from thousands of miles away.

The Vajra Sword, which allows one to wield the sword with their own body, is a shortcut to achieving the unity of man and sword.

However, the process is extremely dangerous.

Generally speaking, for a sword cultivator to achieve the unity of man and sword, they first control the sword with their spirit. Once they have a deeper understanding of the sword path, the compatibility between them and their magical treasures will also reach a certain level.

The unity of man and sword means that the body and the sword are one, and the spirit and the sword are one; it is the supreme method of sword cultivators.

Before these conditions are met, attempting to control a sword with one's own body can easily damage one's physical meridians and soul.

However, everyone present shook their heads. Vajra Sword was a rogue cultivator, and there was nothing they could do if he didn't take this shortcut.

"Young friend, please have mercy."

Qian Heli's expression suddenly changed drastically, while Song Fugui and the others were somewhat puzzled.

In the blink of an eye, Vajra Sword controlled the sword with his own body, moving at an extremely fast speed.

In the blink of an eye, they were already in front of Qin Hao.

Before Qin Hao, the Five Elements Qi Shield rotated, and one could feel a trace of sharpness.

I even felt a stinging sensation.

This move was beyond the control of the Vajra Sword, and its power was approaching the peak of the second realm.

Qin Hao also knew that he had just comprehended the Five Elements Qi Shield and it was not yet perfect.

In fact, he had just used the Vajra Sword to attack him in order to perfect this secret technique.

However, at this point, it was not yet perfect enough to withstand the power of the peak of the second realm.

Within their sea of ​​consciousness, Longquan and Tai'a seemed to have been provoked and wanted to retaliate.

After more than ten thousand years of sedimentation, these two swords seem to have had their sharpness concealed.

It is time to show your strength.

At that moment, Qian Heli's voice came.

Qin Hao hadn't actually thought about taking the Vajra Sword.

He appeased Longquan and Tai'a, both of which were themselves full of spirituality.

They could sense Qin Hao's thoughts and naturally wouldn't go against them.

At the same time, the Vajra Sword in Vajra Sword's own hand had already arrived close.

Suddenly, he found that a curtain of water rose up in front of him.

"Water Curtain Sky Splendor".

This is a defensive technique based solely on the water element, yet it is even more powerful than the combination of the five elements.

This is a comparison between pure and complex.

The unity of the five elements represents the continuous cycle of life and the concept of the five elements' rotation.

The pure Water Curtain Heavenly Flower uses pure water-elemental power.

There is no superiority or inferiority, only differences in the degree of mastery.

Qian Heli had already raised her hand, intending to separate the two.

But then he lowered his hand and nodded: "Such powerful comprehension. And..."

His voice trailed off as he finished speaking.

He Qizhi didn't hear it clearly.

I only vaguely heard that he was indeed the best...

But judging from his tone, He Qizhi felt as if he could detect a hint of loneliness.

"I lost."

Vajra Sword stopped, and after a long while, he finally uttered these words. His face still showed lingering fear.

By this time, everyone else had also arrived.

The one in the lead was naturally Qian Heli, the governor of Yuzhang County.

At this moment, Qian Heli's eyes were filled with complex emotions as she looked at Qin Hao.

Like the Vajra Sword, he harbored reservations.

Vajra Sword escaped death, while Qian Heli sensed a threat.

He Qizhi also sensed a hint of it.

In that instant, the Vajra Sword was almost killed by the counterattack of Longquan and Tai'a.

At that point, the Vajra Sword won't even have a chance to complain.

There wasn't even a reason for them to complain.

This is because the two swords have already recognized a master.

This was entirely due to Qin Hao's own efforts.

This wasn't a gift from an elder, and it wasn't even against any rules.

When they arrived at the scene, no one spoke.

Song Fugui and the others were all filled with doubt and surprise. Just a moment ago, they seemed to have sensed something.

It seems like nothing is there.

But the reaction of the Vajra Sword was very strange.

Qin Hao had already stood up. He first nodded to the Vajra Sword, then said to Qian Heli, "As agreed, this 800-li Pengze Lake belongs to me."

Ok?
Surprise, shock.

There are so many different things.

When did Qin Hao make any agreement with Yuzhang County?
Could it be that after the battle with the Vajra Sword, this place will belong to Qin Hao?
This is too frivolous.

Moreover, the Emperor of Great Xia, and even the entire Great Xia court, would not agree to this.

But Qin Hao just blurted it out.

That's surprising.

What's even more surprising is that Qian Heli didn't refute it.

He was hesitating, he was considering.

This struck Song Fugui as odd.

Qin Hao could tell that Qian Heli's hesitation stemmed from other plans.

He was assessing his chances of winning.

Qin Hao called out in his heart, and immediately, Qian Heli and He Qizhi were both shocked.

As for the others, they didn't feel anything at all.

"This? Sure, but I need to report to the imperial court and wait for their approval."

Qian Heli finally nodded in agreement.

Song Fugui found it even stranger that he had agreed so readily.
How can it be!

This is Pengze Lake, which stretches for 800 li.

There are also many local specialties here; even the common aquatic plants of Pengze Lake are rich in spiritual energy.

Many people from Yuzhang County usually come here to fish and harvest some aquatic plants to take back.

But now that this place has an owner, then...

That's not all. Qian Heli even said, "According to the agreement, the area within two hundred miles of Pengze Lake belongs to you."

This means that Qin Hao owns all of this place, including two hundred miles of land.

No, it's not two hundred li.

The land surrounding Pengze Lake, spanning two hundred li, all belonged to Qin Hao.

This is so strange.

"Wait, I remember..."

Song Fugui suddenly remembered a record he had once read. If it was true...

That's amazing.

He Qizhi was somewhat bewildered. Although he was a master constable, he was still lacking in some areas.

Some secrets are beyond his comprehension given his position.

At this point, everything was still unclear.

But he also knew that if Qin Hao dared to say that, Qian Heli would dare to agree to it.

There must be other reasons behind this.

Qian Heli cupped his hands in greeting: "In that case, I will return to draft my memorial."

Qin Hao returned the greeting. He knew, of course, that Qian Heli's greeting to him was not because of him.

It's not because of the people behind him.

Or rather, it is a dragon.

"I just hope that the ruler of Pengze can... well, at least, not ruin the great momentum of the confluence of the nine rivers."

Qin Hao pondered for a moment, then nodded: "I can agree to this."

The confluence of the nine rivers actually originates from Pengze Lake, which stretches for 800 li.

Or rather, it's the dragon beneath the 800-li Pengze Lake.

Yes, a dragon formed from the primordial dragon vein.

Qin Hao added, "By the way, that person has already awakened. The area of ​​Pengze Lake will continue to expand. Of course, there's no need to worry about the land in Yuzhang Prefecture..."

Qian Heli understood and nodded, "Then I'll be leaving."

He Qizhi quickly took his leave: "Then, I'll go with the Prefect. As for the rest of the journey..."

Qin Hao said, "I think I can go there on my own from now on."

but……"

He Qizhi paused, hesitated for a moment, and then handed over the token and command flag.

"His Majesty once said that if you can reach Fuyu County, then the token and flag for establishing your own government can be given to you."

Furthermore, if you can re-establish the Six Doors of Fuyu Commandery, you will be granted the title of Fifth-Rank Earl.

Qin Hao silently accepted the command flag and token, somewhat speechless at He Qizhi's words.

My grandfather, Qin Zhenyuan, worked himself to the bone and escaped death before finally being granted the title of a seventh-class earl.

Can one be granted the title of Fifth-Rank Earl simply by establishing six gates?
Perhaps even Emperor Hengming never imagined he could succeed?
What will Emperor Hengming think when he learns that he has become the ruler of Pengze, a region spanning eight hundred li?
Well, even a ruthless and powerful figure like him probably wouldn't care.

After saying that, He Qizhi and Qian Heli left together.

After quite some time, they arrived at the Yuzhang Prefecture government office, where He Qizhi asked in shock, "What was that sound just now?"

He Qizhi had actually figured it out; Qian Heli had indeed considered taking action at the time.

But in the end, they were all stunned by that dragon's roar.

Qian Heli shook her head: "I'm afraid this matter can't be kept secret for long."

That's right, the origins of Pengze Lake, Longquan, and Tai'a.

Just like in the legends, though there are differences, but...

He shook his head and didn't continue. Instead, he said, "Back then, the founding emperor made an agreement with this person."

When will someone be able to inherit Longquan and Tai'a, help him awaken and recover, and gain his approval?

So, Pengze Lake is his.

It wasn't even under the jurisdiction of the Great Xia Dynasty.

He Qizhi then realized that there was so much more to it than met the eye.

Qian He came here to serve as the prefect, and he may not have been without this idea.

But no one expected that the location of Longquan and Tai'a would be right below Tengwang Pavilion.

Qian Heli might want the 800-mile-long Pengze Lake; possessing it would give the family hope for a rise to power.

But unfortunately, the old dragon didn't think much of him.

As for those two swords, those are what Qian Heli wants most.

He wanted to take action yesterday, but he was subtly intimidated.

"From now on, this young friend is someone you should not offend."

At least within hundreds of miles of Pengze Lake, no one can harm him.

Even the masters of the fourth realm can't do it.

He Qizhi remained silent.

He had sensed an immense crisis beforehand, otherwise he wouldn't have readily agreed to let Qin Hao go to Fuyu County on his own.

And they readily gave him the command flag and token.

At this moment, Song Fugui and the others at Pengze Lake looked at the command flag and token with envy.

This is tantamount to locking in the title.

But at this time, they did not know what the 800-li Pengze Lake represented.

Qin Hao chuckled and said, "Next, I need to develop Pengze Lake."

Moreover, a spirit field is also available.

"Fu Gui, and Xie Lingyun, you can send people over to cultivate the land."

(End of this chapter)