Being a talent in the Chusheng Demon Sect

Chapter 505 The Empress's cultivation is very high!
In Lü Yang's view, there was one place in Dao Court that was completely different from the Holy Sect, Sword Pavilion, and even Pure Land, making it quite unique.

That is "individuality".

This is a very subtle point. The so-called "individuality" is just Lü Yang's own opinion. To put it bluntly, it means: there is the First Sage in Jiangbei, the Sword Seed in Jiangnan, and the World Honored One in Jiangxi.

What is there in Jiangdong?

Rat?

It sounds absurd, but it actually makes a lot of sense. At least compared to the other three places, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to describe the Daoist monks as pure and simple.

Ultimately, it's because the cultivation of Daoist cultivators comes too easily, lacking sufficient training. Compared to actual combat, Daoist cultivators focus more on internal strife within the [Immortal Kingdom's Daoist Laws]. No wonder their combat strength ranks last among the four realms.

However, the Daoist court also has its own advantages.

This advantage does not lie with the lower-level Daoist officials, but with the highest levels of the Daoist court, those who can freely access the [Daoist Laws of the Immortal Kingdom].

For example, Empress Xiao.

"Reading the entire Siku Quanshu (Complete Library of the Four Treasuries) and Daoist Canon is something any Qi Refining cultivator could do if they simply memorized it. The key is to thoroughly understand its contents."

Understanding is true mastery.

Otherwise, knowing what to do but not why is just building castles in the air, which is of no benefit to cultivation and may even be harmful. If you talk about it, you will only become a laughing stock.

However, Empress Xiao was clearly not that kind of person. As an empress, she was also qualified to infinitely invoke the [Immortal Kingdom Dao Laws] for blessing. Therefore, she truly had a deep understanding of the Four Treasuries of Daoist Canon. After several conversations, Empress Xiao's unfathomable Daoist cultivation made Lü Yang unable to resist.

"Is your cultivation of [Heavenly Fire]?"

At this point, Empress Xiao's expression became somewhat strange. After all, the ritual of seeking gold with "Heavenly Fire" was well-known, and practicing it was tantamount to severing one's spiritual path.

'But...it's fine this way too.'

After all, a business partner with whom one's path has been severed is unlikely to have any conflict of interest with someone who is focused on making money, and is therefore more trustworthy.

Even if we take a step back and say that the Heavenly Fire's ritual for seeking gold is to rule the world, it does not conflict with her desired position; on the contrary, they complement each other.

With this thought in mind, Empress Xiao became even more proactive.

After all, to her at this moment, Lü Yang was her vanguard, a divine sword used to eliminate the officials, so naturally she had to sharpen him even more.

"The Taoist method you chose before was actually quite good."

Empress Xiao glanced at the [Beacon Tower and Firefly Book] and [Imperial Record of Seeing the Sun] that Lü Yang had chosen, and nodded, saying, "Both are related to the imagery of [Heavenly Fire]."

"However, my dear minister, you have still gone a bit too far in your approach."

"[Heavenly Fire] is not just the rising sun in the sky, the fruit of masculinity, but also the bright moon, the transformation of ultimate gentleness. Both the sun and the moon are [Heavenly Fire]!"

Empress Xiao's words were a wake-up call.

Lü Yang's eyes widened instantly, a sudden realization dawning on him: 'That's it! [Heavenly Fire] encompasses the changes of Yin and Yang; following the sun is naturally the righteous and proper path.'

'However, the journey along the Taiyin path evokes the image of the emperor personally leading an expedition, braving perilous terrain, which I had longed for.'

'So you say'

Lu Yang was, after all, at the peak of Foundation Establishment. He had gained nothing before because he was blinded by a leaf. Even without Empress Xiao's guidance, he would have been able to realize it after a while.

With Empress Xiao's guidance, he naturally understood instantly:

'One should seek the element Geng (庚)!'

Lu Yang raised his head, already understanding, and spoke almost at the same time as Empress Xiao: "Taiyin is the moon, and Geng metal is also the moon. It also governs war and killing, and war is dangerous and often causes the Venerable One to suffer. This perfectly matches the image of 'walking on the edge of danger,' so it is best to choose a Geng metal Taoist method now."

Both of them stopped speaking at the same time.

Empress Xiao was stunned for a moment, her beautiful eyes sparkling with surprise. She hadn't expected Lü Yang to react so quickly, which showed that he was certainly not lacking in skill.

"Thank you for your guidance, Your Majesty." Lü Yang bowed.

"You're too kind."

Empress Xiao reached out and helped Lü Yang up again, chuckling softly, "It seems that even if I don't say anything, you will understand in a few days."

"We'll still have to trouble Your Majesty."

Lu Yang shook his head and said in a low voice, "Although I have a goal, I am still not as well-versed in the Daoist canon as Your Majesty. Please choose one for me."

"Um"

Empress Xiao pondered for a moment upon hearing this, then reached out and summoned a Taoist book from the vast and boundless Taoist canon, which she gently caught. Lü Yang stared intently at it:

[Gold-inlaid military tally]

"This Geng Metal Daoist technique should be most suitable for you, my dear minister. You may take a look at it to your heart's content."

After saying that, Empress Xiao reached into her bosom and took out a sweet-smelling talisman, which she then placed in Lü Yang's hand: "You may keep this for now, my dear minister."

"This"

Lu Yang was about to refuse when he found the talisman in his hand. The [Immortal Kingdom Dao Law], which had seemed so far away, suddenly became close to him.

'Is this... the blessing authority of the [Immortal Kingdom's Dao Laws]?'

'Unlimited version!?'

"Your Majesty's gift is my humble request, and I will respectfully accept it!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Lü Yang instantly clenched his fingers and gripped the talisman that Empress Xiao had handed him tightly, almost trapping Empress Xiao's delicate hand as well.

Empress Xiao withdrew her jade hand instantly as if struck by lightning, her expression unchanged, and chuckled lightly: "With this item, my dear minister should be able to quickly master the wonders of the [Gold-Inlaid Military Talisman]. It's a pity that this item cannot be taken out of the inner palace. There's no time like the present, my dear minister, why don't you stay here and comprehend the Daoist arts?"

"Thank you, ma'am!"

Since it concerned cultivation, Lü Yang instantly cast aside all his concerns, immediately sat cross-legged, held the Taoist book firmly, and began to comprehend the Taoist laws under the blessing of the immortal kingdom's Taoist laws.

He wasn't worried that Empress Xiao would resort to underhanded tactics.

After all, the spirits within the Myriad Spirits Banner are no pushovers. Even if Ancestor Tingyou temporarily leaves, Suohuan is more than capable of protecting him.

'【Inlaid Gold Military Talisman】. No wonder it's said to be a perfect match for 【Heavenly Fire】.'

'This talisman can bind a person's mysterious supernatural powers, and by combining them into a single talisman, its power is greatly increased, and it can be used when needed.'

"If it were just this one talisman, it could at most capture some supernatural power, just scraps, and it would require years of accumulation to slowly improve. But it's different for me. With [Heavenly Fire], I can completely capture someone else's entire supernatural power!"

After finishing his meditation, Lü Yang opened his eyes:

'More importantly, this technique is perfectly suited to my current state. All the civil and military officials in Tianwu City are potential candidates for my subjugation skills!'

The next second, Empress Xiao spoke:

“My dear minister, these are some officials whom I believe are aligned with the generals and command most of the garrison in Tianwu City, and who need to be eliminated as soon as possible.”

"Why don't you come and take a look?"

Lü Yang raised his head and looked at the jade slip that Empress Xiao had handed him:

Commander Chen Changshou of the Imperial Guard Battalion in the capital possesses the innate divine ability of "Heaven-Slaying Sword Drawing Technique".

He Yongdao, the commander of the Tiger Warriors' Camp in the capital, possesses the innate divine power [Heartless Slash].

Lin Hezhu, Commander of the Divine Machine Battalion in the capital, possesses the innate supernatural power of "Lawlessness and Indifference".

Jiang Shucan, the commander of the Flying Bear Camp in the capital, possesses the innate supernatural power [Dust Separation and Removal].

In the "Capital Trapped Camp," Commander Lu Jiantai possesses the innate divine ability, "One Thought Divine Blade."

'The Five Military Camps of the Capital'

The five commanders of the Beijing Garrison, though only third-rank officials, may not seem particularly remarkable at first glance, but they are actually the true pillars of Tianwu City.

Empress Xiao explained softly, "The position of the Five Armies Commander is very special, like a puzzle piece. If one also possesses the Emperor's insignia, the positions of the Five Armies Commander can be combined into a completely new position, called 'As if the Emperor were personally present,' whose rank is even higher than mine and the Crown Prince's."

In other words:
"As long as I control the Five Armies Commander-in-Chief, plus the Emperor's Seal in my hand, I will be able to quell all the chaos. No matter what the officials do, they will have little chance of gaining any advantage."

Without a doubt, if things went well, Empress Xiao, who held the imperial insignia, would be the biggest beneficiary.

However, Lü Yang found it difficult to refuse, since the innate supernatural abilities of these five commanders of the capital garrison were all very suitable as cultivation resources for the [Gold-Inlaid Military Talisman].

'Was this all planned?'

Looking at Empress Xiao so close to him, Lü Yang suddenly smiled: No wonder his ancestral home is in Jiangbei. He has lived under the rule of Emperor Shengzong and has some ability after all!
Moreover, she was able to specifically choose a Taoist manual that met both Lü Yang's needs and her own interests.

It seems the Empress is very skilled!
want to!

(End of this chapter)