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Chapter 163 Entry-Level Cultivation Technique

The Cui family's council hall was filled with many of the Cui family's high-ranking and powerful members.

Cui Shanhe, a high-ranking member of the Cui family who was presiding over the meeting, glanced around and then spoke directly, "Everyone, you must have all heard about the Great Xuan Dynasty. Cui Mingshuang unfortunately perished in the Great Xuan Dynasty."

"Kill him! He must be killed as an example to warn a hundred!"

"Indeed, my Cui family has never encountered such a thing before. How dare they despise my Cui family! We must make an example of them, otherwise other people and forces will follow suit!"

In an instant, all the high-ranking officials in the council chamber started shouting.

The Cui family has been able to continue from ancient times, or at least superficially, from ancient times to the present day. Their enemies are spread throughout the entire Eastern Extreme Region, and even in other extreme regions.

If you show weakness, you will encounter an even stronger enemy.

“But the opponent is very strong. With the equipment that Cui Mingshuang brought, unless it is a Spirit Rank expert, it is impossible to wipe out Cui Mingshuang and his group in one area!” Cui Shanhe analyzed calmly.

Although the death of Cui Mingshuang and the waste of three spirit-grade magic artifacts were heartbreaking, an objective analysis was necessary.

To prevent the Cui family from repeating the same mistake.

As soon as he said that, the shouting in the hall subsided.

No one is a fool.

Shouting is fine, but actually going there yourself is definitely not an option.

Putting aside the fatigue of the journey, Xu Hao's combat prowess alone was enough to terrify them.

After a moment of silence in the hall, someone spoke up, "Why don't we ask the Ancestor to personally come out of seclusion?"

Since the opponent might be a Spirit Rank expert, only a Spirit Rank expert could fight against them.

"The ancestors went into seclusion for the moment when heaven and earth would be revived. How could they be mobilized so easily now, especially for an ancient ruin?" Cui Shanhe said coldly.

They inherited this knowledge from ancient times, so naturally they know a great deal.

The world is recovering. Once the world is fully recovered, the demons that were once sealed away and some powerful figures who once chose to go into seclusion will be born.

That will be the crucial moment.

How could we mobilize the ancestor for such a trivial matter?

If it were the ruins of the original sect of Shu Mountain, they could try to go and explore, but right now it's just a demon-sealing area of ​​Shu Mountain.

We really can't let them go to such lengths to mobilize their ancestor.

After all, experts above the Spirit Rank cannot quickly absorb low-level energy from heaven and earth; once they engage in battle, every bit of energy they use is gone.

"Then what should we do? Are we just going to let Xu Hao of the Great Xuan Dynasty get away with it?"

"Yes, if others find out, how can our Cui family still have the face to stand in the Eastern Extreme Region?"

Inside the hall, the crowd began shouting again.

They can shout slogans loudly, but when it comes to actually doing their part, they will carefully consider the interests of all parties involved.

"Alright, since none of you are willing to go in person, then each faction will contribute a spirit-grade treasure, and we will all put a bounty on Xu Hao of the Great Xuan Dynasty!" Seeing that they couldn't reach a conclusion through discussion, Cui Shanhe had no choice but to issue the order.

The Cui family will not get involved in this mess for now, but they can issue a warrant for the arrest of the other party.

There will always be someone who can't resist the urge to test it out.

If we can kill Xu Hao, that would be fine.

Even if they can't kill him, they can still test Xu Hao's true strength and then make targeted plans accordingly.

Or we can wait until the world is fully restored, and then settle accounts all at once.

"That's the only way!" The other high-ranking members of the Cui family exchanged glances and could only compromise and accept it.

They don't want to take risks themselves.

Soon, wanted posters were posted all around the Eastern Extremity Region.

"Wow, the Cui family is really generous, offering a reward of ten spirit-grade treasures, and they even allow you to choose the ones you want!"

"What a grand gesture! But it also shows how incredibly powerful Xu Hao is. The Cui family didn't send anyone to kill him immediately."

"I've heard that the world is recovering and all forces are preparing. Perhaps that's why the Cui family is unwilling to start a major conflict!"

"I just don't know who will go to the Great Xuan Dynasty this time, or if they won't be accepted at all!"

"Just wait and see what happens!"

People in the Eastern Pole region are all talking about it.

Of course, some of the Cui family's rivals also sent people to the Great Xuan Dynasty, hoping to get closer to Xu Hao.

After all, the enemy of my enemy is my friend.

Upon receiving the news, the white-robed prime minister Liu Tianheng looked extremely displeased.

He hadn't expected that the Cui family would choose temporary forbearance and compromise.

"Damn it, is Xu Hao really that scary to you all?" Liu Tianheng cursed, but after thinking for a moment, he could only sigh helplessly.

Xu Hao has become a force to be reckoned with, and even the Cui family is unwilling to confront him directly.

Now, he is no longer qualified.

"Are we just going to stand by and watch Xu Hao seize the treasures of Mount Shu for himself?" Liu Tianheng gritted his teeth, pondered for a moment, and then immediately headed north towards the mainland.

In his Four Symbols Sect lineage, this continent is extremely vast; even the Eastern Extreme Region is merely a small corner of this continent.

If he can't find anyone to kill Xu Hao in the Eastern Extreme Region, then he'll go to other continents.

In short, he must obtain this demon-sealing place in Mount Shu before the world recovers; otherwise, the magical artifacts that his Four Symbols Sect uses to enslave demons will be useless.

Meanwhile, Xu Hao, far away in the Xu family's rear courtyard of the Great Xuan Dynasty, paid no attention to the outside disturbances and was currently using the Enlightenment Bone to comprehend the ultimate techniques of the Shu Mountain Sword Manual.

He didn't even bother to examine the few spirit-grade magical artifacts he had obtained from the Cui family.

The main problem was that these magical artifacts were of such a low level that Xu Hao was unwilling to take them out of his backpack.

One day, two days.

Xu Hao cultivates in the backyard of the Xu family, and when he has free time, he will also give Qin Feixue some guidance.

Seven days later, the Ninth Princess Xuan Qingxiao announced the date of her coronation and began the burial of the Great Xuan Dynasty.

Xu Hao ignored the trivial matters outside and only went to the palace briefly at the moment of the burial in the Great Xuan Dynasty, fulfilling the proper etiquette of a Duke of Zhenguo.

Subsequently, on the advice of powerful ministers from all sides, the Ninth Princess Xuan Qingxiao ascended to the throne as the Empress of the Great Xuan Dynasty.

Because everyone knows that the throne of the Great Xuan Dynasty is a hot potato.

Without Xu Hao's support, the others wouldn't be able to hold their positions at all.

Especially considering the presence of the Cui family from the Eastern Extreme Region, who are also watching with predatory eyes.

The coronation of the empress was a grand affair, with various factions participating.

Xu Hao also attended the celebration.

However, he did not get deeply involved with the crowd, but simply watched calmly as Xuan Qingxiao became the empress.

In the afternoon, Xu Hao made an excuse to leave and returned to the Xu family's backyard.

buzzing.

These days, Xu Hao has been living a comfortable life.

He would occasionally meditate on the Dao, then joke around with Qin Feixue, and even teach her some skills.

In their spare time, Chen Changhe and others would drink a little wine and listen to some music.

I was very happy.

"Your Majesty has arrived!" On the thirteenth day, Xuan Qingxiao, who had become the Empress, arrived at the Xu family, dressed in a tight-fitting outfit.

She doesn't seem to be an empress, but rather a woman of unparalleled beauty and charm.

"Your Majesty!" Xu Qianzhi knelt down immediately.

Empress Xuan Qingxiao quickly reached out to help him up, saying, "No need for such formalities!"

After discussing things with Xu Qianzhi, Empress Xuan Qingxiao went straight to the inner courtyard.

"Your Majesty!" Qin Feixue immediately stood up to greet him.

Empress Xuan Qingxiao waved her hand, indicating that there was no need for formalities and that she should continue to treat him as usual. Empress Xuan Qingxiao came to Xu Hao's side and, seeing that Xu Hao was focused on examining the sword manual, sat down beside him.

As darkness fell, Xu Hao opened his eyes, looked at Xuan Qingxiao beside him, and asked, "Your Majesty, what brings you here?"

Empress Xuan Qingxiao stared intently at Xu Hao, her pearly teeth slightly parted, "It's nothing. I still wish to cultivate here. I wonder if the Duke of Zhenguo would be so kind as to ask?"

“It’s a bit inconvenient!” Xu Hao said, remembering something. “Why don’t we find a courtyard outside the palace and move there? That way, it will be more convenient for His Majesty to handle state affairs.”

Xu Hao had wanted to say it for a long time, but he hadn't found the opportunity yet.

Now that Xuan Qingxiao wants to get the effects of the Enlightenment Bone for free, he can make the request as well.

"Good!" Empress Xuan Qingxiao's eyebrows showed a hint of joy, and she quickly told Tang Wan'er to do it.

The group then chatted happily.

By the next day, the courtyard had been found, and a large number of imperial guards began to break through the city walls to build a luxurious courtyard.

In this world, the powerful are incredibly strong, making it extremely convenient for them to build a courtyard.

In just a few days, a straight alleyway leading to the new Zhenguo Duke's mansion was built outside the palace.

Xu Hao toured the place and was very satisfied.

In this way, he will save a lot of trouble and time if he wants to seek opportunities outside the palace in the future.

"These villas have all been allocated to you!" Tang Wan'er then introduced some of the courtyards outside the palace.

Numbers 89 to 100 all belong to the Xu family.

"Are you satisfied?" Empress Xuan Qingxiao asked as she arrived at the new Zhenguo Duke's Mansion.

"Satisfied!" Xu Hao laughed heartily.

Next, everyone held a grand "housewarming banquet".

All the remaining forces of the Great Xuan Dynasty came to offer their congratulations.

Even other foreign forces sent their congratulatory gifts.

The scene was even more lively than when Xuan Qingxiao ascended the throne.

Xu Hao received three million taels of silver in gifts alone, making Xu Qianzhi extremely happy.

Xu Hao was also very excited. He toasted with Chen Changhe and the others, but instead of using his true energy to dispel the effects of the alcohol, he drank himself into a stupor.

This feeling is as if I have returned to a past life.

That night, Xu Hao returned to the new house and, fueled by alcohol, pounced on the soft bed.

One night of revelry, one day of endless business.

Xu Hao slept until the sun was high in the sky.

He had a great time that night.

When Xu Hao opened his eyes and instinctively reached out, he touched a soft, yielding body.

The size felt completely unfamiliar.

Xu Hao immediately snapped out of his daze, turned his head, and paused.

The person curled up in his arms was none other than the new empress, Xuan Qingxiao.

"Awake?" Xuan Qingxiao raised her head and looked at Xu Hao with affection.

"Hmm, you won't regret doing this?" Xu Hao understood immediately and asked.

"No regrets!" Xuan Qingxiao shook her head.

She didn't have any particular thoughts at first.

But Xu Hao rose to prominence too quickly, and having experienced many things along the way, she realized that she couldn't persevere on her own alone.

Since she wanted to rely on him, Xu Hao perfectly met her requirements.

So she offered herself as a bedmate.

"Since you have no regrets, then... let's do it again!"

Xu Hao pounced on him again.

After a long while, Qin Feixue and Tang Wan'er finally brought in the bath tub.

They looked at the shy Xuan Qingxiao, and smiles immediately appeared on their lips.

Xuan Qingxiao wished she could disappear into a hole in the ground.

Xu Hao didn't say anything, washed up, and left the room.

He didn't understand emotions very well, but he also knew that Xuan Qingxiao didn't have many choices to begin with; she was forced into it by circumstances.

But no matter what, I'm guaranteed to make a profit.

Xu Hao then strolled around the new Duke's mansion for a while, and then, while learning the moves, he also enjoyed the pleasures of having multiple wives.

Soon, it was noon again.

【You get a chance refresh point! 】

Xu Hao's gaze sharpened, he stopped what he was doing, and then opened the Fortune Telling panel.

On the panel, thirty opportunity refresh points have been collected.

In other words, he can now specifically seek out opportunities.

Xu Hao is now at the peak of the Spirit Rank, and all aspects of his cultivation have reached their full potential.

What's most lacking now is cultivation techniques at the entry-level.

As long as he has a cultivation technique at the Dao level and finds some cultivation resources, he can naturally advance to the Dao realm.

At that time, where in the whole world could he not go?
Xu Hao immediately got up and walked for a while before arriving at the main road outside the palace.

This place used to belong to the outer city of the imperial palace, but now it has become Xu Hao's private property.

Xu Hao took a deep breath to calm his inner turmoil, and then immediately clicked on the skill cultivation opportunity search.

[You spend thirty opportunity refresh points to specify the required opportunity for refresh. Is this a special skill type?]

Xu Hao chose yes without hesitation.

【Daily Chance Fortune Telling】

The White-Robed Prime Minister, realizing he is no match for you, has traveled far to the mountains and oceans to find a powerful figure capable of hunting you down, but there has been no war recently.

The brief introduction to the divination of opportunities that was revealed made Xu Hao's expression turn serious.

He didn't know how he had offended the White-Robed Prime Minister Liu Tianheng, or why he was so persistent!

Unable to find an opponent in the Eastern Extreme Region, it actually went to a place even further away.

Xu Hao shook his head.

no way.

This kid is very cunning and extremely cautious.

He has no other means to capture him now, so he can only let him do evil in secret.

However, Xu Hao believed that as long as he was strong enough, no matter how many people came, it would be of no use.

It will only add a tiny bit of trouble to his life at most.

As Xu Hao's thoughts gathered, the fortune-telling panel began to display the lottery information:

[The worst possible outcome: If you go to the 111th courtyard of the Imperial Palace at the hour of Wei (1-3 PM) to inscribe the Domain-Breaking Seal, you will obtain the Shu Mountain cultivation technique at the Daoist level.]

However, the weasel and the blood dragon, along with other powerful demons, have already exhausted all their strength to deal with you, and are waiting for you to walk right into their trap. Extreme misfortune.

[You've won the lottery. Go to the Imperial Clan Court in the inner city of the palace and collect a pale yellow sealing stone from the southwest corner. You will receive a Daoist cultivation technique at the entry-level. Minor good fortune.]

[Auspicious sign: Go to the main hall of the palace at 1-3 PM and use the Domain-Breaking Seal to break through space to obtain a martial arts technique.]

Perfectly suited to oneself. Very auspicious.

[Due to your current status and cultivation, you can search for shallowly sealed Earth-level opportunities. Please improve your status and cultivation.]

(End of this chapter)