Advance the future and become a martial saint on earth!

Chapter 244 Heroes gather in the state, immortals survey the land from their flying boats, water lords, phoenix sons, and dragon grandsons—Ji Xiu shall contend for supremacy.

Time flies, and several days have passed in the blink of an eye.

Jiangyin Prefecture.

As a key hub for maritime transport, connecting the north and south, the East China Sea saw the release of news that the 'Lord of Impermanence' was suspected to be the true manifestation of the Primordial Realm.
One after another, large ships and giant warships, as long as they were from the northern border region of Changbai Mountain and Heilongjiang River, or those that were nearby, all flocked to the scene upon receiving the news!
And among them.

A giant ship sailed from the 'Beicang Garrison' and crossed the vast ocean.

In the center of the deck, the true 'orthodox clan' from Beicang Prefecture was gazing up at the emerging outline of the maritime prefecture.
The Yuan Mansion of the 'Impermanent Lord of All Laws', which was shrouded in dense spiritual energy and was now floating on the sea surface, was now emerging from the water.

There was also a floating magic boat, its laws intertwined, that flew out from the gate of the boundary and stopped above the Yuan Mansion, and a dazzling, radiant dragon palace in the water on the sea.

Daxuan, Beicang!
Crimson Heaven, Mysterious Talisman Sect!
And
The Water Lord's Palace of the Eastern Sea!
At this moment, the three beings, each a colossal entity that controls their own territory, are all focusing their attention on this place.

"Listen up, all of you."

"This trial was originally intended to prepare for the grand examination for prefectural officials, but no one expected it to cause such a huge commotion."

"This also means that your originally certain official titles will have to be postponed a little."

"However, this is both a danger and an opportunity."

Hailing from Beicang, dressed in fine clothes, he was clearly of noble birth. His dignified and imposing appearance was that of a martial artist, his eyes gleaming with a sharp light as he turned around.

He glanced at the dozen or so outstanding young martial artists behind him, each with a different expression and a more or less arrogant air about them, and scanned them one by one:

"Originally, I came here to take up my post at the new Heavenly Blade Prefecture, to become the new 'Heavenly Blade Prefecture Lord'."

"But I received a last-minute request from several powerful clans and sect leaders to bring you, the direct descendants of the six clans and five orthodox lineages, to Jiangyin Prefecture."

"It is all for the purpose of sending you into the Yuan Palace of the 'Impermanent Lord of All Laws'."

This middle-aged martial artist, who claims to be about to become the Heavenly Blade Lord, comes from the Yuwen Clan, one of the six clans and five orthodox lineages. He was a pillar of the previous generation and held a title, named Yuwen Ding.

Previously, Wang Xuanyang had incorporated the entire Heavenly Blade Prefecture into Beicang. When the news reached Beicang, in order to maintain balance and also to get a share of the spoils, he...

The powerful clans in the state are currently engaged in a series of struggles, weighing the pros and cons.

Yuwen Ding, who comes from a powerful family and is a martial arts master, took on the role of the prefect of the Heavenly Blade Prefecture with his title, clearly indicating that he wanted to represent the power behind him and share some of the future interests of the Heavenly Blade Prefecture.

It will only take a while longer for the outline of the Heavenly Blade Government Office, Heavenly Blade Academy, and Garrison Camp—the 'military, political, and religious' system—to be fully established.

Other forces entered into the new government structure, such as the "Head of the Court" and the "General of the Garrison," and then competed for the positions.

Driven by self-interest, conflicts with the local Tiandao Zhenzong sect were inevitable.

However, before the conflicts of interest within the new government's "Heavenly Blade Mansion" could be fully unraveled...

This sudden and unexpected change in the impermanence of all things disrupted the entire formation.

"Remember."

"This trial is different from the past. Although you are all outstanding talents from your respective families, you are still far behind the top geniuses of the Great Xuan, let alone those from the outer Dao lineages."

"Your sole purpose in entering the Yuan Mansion is to plunder as much as possible!"

"Jiang Jing, the Daoist Lord of Impermanence, was a figure from nine hundred years ago, and was of the same generation as the Great Mysterious Lord and the First Ten Ancestors."

"You must know that during those once-in-a-millennium times when all the heavens unite and vie for destiny, 'human immortals' were born, and such figures are either at the very top or extremely close to it!"

"Our clans in the state are far less established than the great families of Tianzhu. They have existed for at least two or three hundred years, and at most three or five hundred years. There is no literature about that era."

"However, the information is unlikely to be wrong. Even those in the Immortal Realm, whose power is comparable to the 'Peak of the Mortal World,' are unable to restrain themselves and want to launch an attack."

"There must be an incredible opportunity hidden within this Yuan Mansion!"

"Even finding just a fraction of it would be immensely beneficial to you, and if you could obtain that mantle..."

"Perhaps in thirty or fifty years."

"In Beicang, a new Heavenly Pillar or Great House will rise, just like the neighboring vassal state of Xiqi, where the Divine Weapon Altar took advantage of the fall of the ancestral court of the Sword Dao to rise up."

"As for these ancient sites and secret places left by our predecessors, the major clans also have relevant records. When you step into them, if you encounter strangers, you must be extremely vigilant. It is best to avoid war if possible."

Yuwen Ding, from the Yuwen clan, earnestly instructed these proud sons of Beicang.

And just then.

Among these proud sons of Bei Cang, a young martial artist dressed in black robes with gold patterns, whose eyes shone like a hawk and whose expression held a hint of arrogance, suddenly spoke:
"Uncle Yuwen, will those promising talents from Yuanfu and Jiangyin Prefecture still set foot here this time?"

Upon hearing this, Yuwen Ding shook his head:

"Jiangyin Prefecture?"

"According to past practice, in each joint examination of the prefectures, it would be considered remarkable if even one master of Qi Refining could emerge from these subordinate prefectures."

"Such cultivation is not even worthy of being considered a decoration in this kind of setting. Even if one wanted to enter, one would not be qualified."

"Moreover, those thirty-six trades and various island schools in the prefecture are nothing more than pawns that we raise in our spare time. Even if they were willing to risk their lives for an opportunity, the officials in the prefecture would not allow it."

Yuwen Ding scoffed, unconcerned.

The young man in black grinned upon hearing this, seemingly somewhat disappointed.

Immediately afterward, as if remembering something, Yuwen Ding frowned and said again:
But I've heard...

"There really is one 'spot' in Jiangyin Prefecture."

"It is the Ji family scion who has recently emerged as a giant and is preparing to march into the 'Beicang Warlord' to share a piece of the pie with us.

"When I was appointed as the Heavenly Blade Lord, I learned a little about this young man and I have to admit that his momentum is very strong, no less than yours, and even a little stronger."

"But no matter how you look at it, its foundation is still shallow, although its relationship with the feudal lords of Chen is unclear."

"How could a young martial artist who has just broken away from a prominent family and has no foundation compare to a proud son of a noble family raised for generations?"

"It won't amount to much."

Yuwen Ding made the decision with absolute certainty, speaking with unwavering conviction.

The black-clad youth, Qin Jinkui, from the Qin Clan, one of the Six Clans, who had just spoken, had been looking somewhat disappointed.

But then he heard the name 'Ji Xiu'.
He raised an eyebrow, revealing a set of white teeth:
"Oh?"

"Yes, that's him."

Qin Jinkui smiled.

Previously, the newly appointed leader of the Dragon Elephant True Sect suppressed the Tianshui Sect Master and the two pseudo-Martial Saints of the Danshan Gao Clan.

The fact that these two lineages converged in Anning, and were to be stationed in the Earth Dragon Cave, a place where a boundary gate was born and spiritual energy was abundant, was orchestrated by the Qin Clan through elaborate schemes.

It can be said that both branches were personally promoted by the Qin clan and were considered subordinate branches.

But after Xu Longxiang became a giant, he acted swiftly and decisively, showing no respect to the Qin clan whatsoever.

First, he single-handedly killed two pseudo-Martial Saints and forced his clansman Qin Shouhu to retreat. Then, without stopping for a moment, before the Qin clan could recover, he forcefully accepted the inheritances of the two families and enriched himself.

They even intended to leverage their century-long accumulation to lead their clan into the Beicang vassal state, aiming to secure a top-tier position among the state-level powers!
Furthermore, Ji Xiu had previously offended the Qin clan leader in the projection of the 'Discussion among the Lords'. The feud between the two families had already been brewing for some time.

Therefore, upon hearing Yuwen Ding say that Ji Xiu would also be entering the 'Daojun Yuanfu' this time...
After Qin Jinkui finished laughing, he looked towards Jiangyin Prefecture and suddenly said:
"That would be interesting."

Outside Jiangyin Prefecture, on the eastern sea!

Inside the palace of the Water Lord.

The Lord of the Water Lord's Palace, wearing a green jade crown, is the Dragon Lord of the East Sea.

Looking at the assembled heroes below, he nodded slightly:
"The Yuan Palace of the Dao Lord of Impermanence has many rules and even requires a bone age. It is naturally very harsh on us demons and spirits, clearly because it does not want us to get too involved."

"But since the Heavenly Master of the Righteous Law Heaven disappeared without a trace, and the Great Dao Talisman and the Supreme Edict are no longer available, although I fought for the position of the Lord of the 'Righteous Law Heaven' Sea and attempted to condense the 'Grand Dragon Lord Edict,' I failed and was forced to flee with my entire clan, falling into this Great Xuan Territory."

"But my pulse reveals a vibrant scene of life, with all things flourishing and many promising talents emerging."

"This is all thanks to my personal efforts in practicing the principle of 'education for all, the more the better'."

The Dragon King of the East Sea stood with his hands behind his back, looking quite satisfied.

Since he moved to Da Xuan, he has actively established connections with various factions on the mainland. Regardless of their clans, families, or even powerful clans, he has been determined to win over talented young men and women as soon as they come of age.

Even he himself personally took charge, resulting in a total of 'eighty-one' offspring who now flow with the blood of the Dragon Lord!

Fortunately, the Eastern Canghai Sea is vast and dotted with numerous water palaces, which govern the waterways and aquatic creatures, enough to cover several states of the Great Xuan.

Otherwise, compared to so many dragon sons and grandsons, the title of Young Master of the Dragon Palace would be worthless.

Excluding most of those with mediocre qualifications, shallow lineage, or those who entered into marriage through coming-of-age ceremonies or coming-of-age ceremonies,
Only a handful of pillars of the lineage were able to leave behind the 'Water Lord's Mansion' or establish their own mansions and branches deep within their ancestral lands.

However, this generation of young talents has produced several outstanding individuals.

For example, the one he brought this time wanted to explore the ancient site of Yuanfu.
Thus, he had three offspring of dragon blood: two sons and one daughter.

Moreover, they were all "Dragon Princes" and "Princesses" who had been granted titles and honors by him, and were qualified to comprehend the supreme inheritance of the Water Lord's lineage.

It should be noted that, to date, there have only been nine dragon princes and princesses who have caught his eye and have not been treated like commodities for arranged marriages or forced into marriage!
At the very least, they have awakened their ancestral blood, comparable to the human race opening their five internal organs and breaking through the four limits!
Among them are those who broke through bottlenecks with profound accumulation, equivalent to the 'master of the leak-free school' level.

Moreover, the potential of these children.
The potential impact will be immeasurable!

In comparison, it's not much different from the Hatchling Dragon Stele on the Great Xuan Territory.

Two sons and one daughter, respectively—

White dragon son.

Baiyuan Longzi.

And the newly bestowed name 'Princess Shuo', the dragon girl Bai Shuo!
The rest were a dozen or so young water prodigies from other branches of the river.

Even if someone falls in battle, they can still gain some opportunities to return from such a spectacle.

The Dragon King of the East Sea had already made his decision and promptly gave it a firm order:
"I have already told you the profound meaning of bringing you all the way to this 'Jiangyin Prefecture'."

"All that remains for me is one sentence."

"If anyone can obtain the mantle of the 'Lord of Impermanence of All Things,' I, the Lord, will personally take action to cleanse their impurities, transform them into dragons, and make them my 'righteous dragon sons'!"

"If he is my direct descendant..."

Turning his gaze to the three dragon princes and princesses, whose horns were prominent, whose eyes were azure, and who were in the prime of their youth, the Dragon King of the East Sea decisively said:
"In the future, you will be qualified to inherit the 'Water Palace' and stand on equal footing with your fellow dragon brothers who have already been granted the title of 'Dragon Lord' and established their own palaces and territories!"

After saying that,

Those waterway prodigies were immediately filled with fervor. Even the direct descendants of the White Demon Dragon Prince and the White Abyss Dragon Prince were not immune to this fervor; just as these people were rubbing their hands together in anticipation...
The dragon maiden Bai Shuo, her face veiled in glass, her skin as white as snow, was lost in thought, her gaze drifting absently towards the sea city beyond the water palace, a gentle ripple stirring within her heart:
"do not know"

Will I be able to see my old friend this time?

Bai Shuo heard from the black dragon's tone that Ji Xiu was going to get married. Although he could keep his promise, he couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

However, he probably won't get involved in this 'Yuanfu Ancient Site' event, since the situation is very complex and his cultivation level is still shallow.

Then
After leaving the 'Water Mansion', should we take some time to visit Jiangyin Prefecture and meet them?
And within these few days.

Ji Xiu then went into seclusion at the 'Heavenly Blade True Sect'.

[Mysterious Sky Eye - Cave Profound Forbidden Zone: (644/800)!]

[Current Status: Achieved!]

[Open your double pupils, and perceive the passage of time in a fraction of a moment!]

【The Great Five Decays Heavenly Blade: (4011/5000)!】

[Current Status: Achieved!]

[Using the four secret treasures of 'heart, liver, spleen, and lungs,' ignite the blade that breaks through the treasures, severing not only the body but also the path!]

Within a few days.

Ji Xiu frequently sparred with Duan Cheng and Luo Xin, two prodigies from Beicang who had previously joined the Heavenly Blade True Sect and were disciples of two Martial Saints.

Both of them were direct disciples of the Martial Saint.

But after making contact with Ji Xiu, he was horrified to discover...
He went to the meeting alone, but he couldn't control this Heavenly Blade Daoist at all. Even when the two of them fought together, he lost more often than he won!

And then several days flew by.
When Ji Xiu's double pupils, the "Mysterious Sky Eye" and the "Great Five Decays Heavenly Blade" were both perfected, he became one of the strongest among the Four Treasures!
Even if the two of them joined forces, they had no chance of winning. It was as if all their secret techniques were completely under their control.

"Daozi is truly a prodigy."

This day on Jin'ao Island.

Duan Cheng and Luo Xin were defeated once again, and the blade's core nearly collapsed.

In the past, I thought that my powerful father had sent me to 'Jiangyin Prefecture', which was like a dragon stranded in shallow waters.

But now it seems.
Where is Longyou Shallow Beach?
This Daoist disciple of the Heavenly Blade True Sect is practically a 'modern-day Zhou Chongyang,' beating the two of them so badly they couldn't even lift their heads!
If we let it grow unchecked...
Who knows, one day, the Heavenly Blade True Sect might have to change its name and become the 'Heavenly Blade Ancestral Court'!
At that time, the two of them, as sparring partners, came together to serve as Daoting's humerus.
A man who was once the 'Master of the Seven Palaces and Five Courts' and ranked among the Twelve Main Masters, how could he not have his hands full?
Moreover, there is also the opportunity to inherit the "Chongyang Jade Body" and the "Wangquan Precious Body" at the Ancestral Temple!

If the two of them can further comprehend it, even if they can't fully grasp its mysteries, but only understand two or three parts of it, it won't be a problem for them to surpass their fathers in future achievements!
The two sons of the Martial Saints have quickly won over the hearts of the people within these few days.

And on this day...
Chen Xuanque, one of the lords of Beicang, has also crossed the sea and personally arrived at the government office to take charge!
at the same time.

The spiritual essence of the 'Primordial Palace of Impermanence' finally revealed its full outline, exposing a deep passage emerging from the sea.
A moment!

The law-based flying boat from the 'Mysterious Talisman Sect' couldn't contain itself and immediately wanted to send its disciples to explore inside!
From the Water Lord's Palace on the water, dragon princes and princesses, along with water prodigies, are showing their brilliance!
Upon receiving the news, Ji Xiu set foot on the dock.
Immediately, they saw a giant, imposing ship from Beicang, anchored on the water.

The figures who stepped onto the upper deck, their sleeves billowing in the sea breeze, and looked down upon the city from above, were figures that could never be seen inside the city.

Among them were a few people of similar age to him.
Even now, he feels a growing sense of pressure.

Just like when he glimpsed a corner of Jiangyin Prefecture in Anning County back then, exactly the same!
But this did not make Ji Xiu feel intimidated; on the contrary, it made him even more enthusiastic!
Warriors must fight!

If we could defeat all of these people...
Ji Daozi, when will you become the number one in Beicang?

Right now!

(End of this chapter)