Primordial Era: I am a member of the Jie Sect, and I am the God of Literature.

"This matter is now concluded. Miaoshan shall take her leave. The land of Hanzhong will be of great concern to the Prince of Jin!" Miaoshan stood in the sky above Qingzhou, her Buddhist and Taoist laws stretching for thousands of miles, drawing countless people to bow in unison.

Upon seeing this, Li Shimin in Chang'an City let out a cold snort, and instantly a magnificent phoenix cry condensed in the sky above Qingzhou, shattering all Buddhist and Taoist laws.

Although the Li Tang dynasty advocated the coexistence of the three religions, it did not mean that Buddhism could spread its teachings so recklessly throughout the land. Otherwise, if all three religions were practiced in this way, wouldn't the land be in chaos?

Upon hearing this, Li Zhi cupped his hands and said, "Excellent. As the Prince of Jin, it is my duty to govern the people and ensure their safety. I will carry out my father's will in punishing corrupt officials and clean up the environment of Qingzhou. This matter need not be troubled by you, Your Excellency!"

Although Li Zhi was deeply infatuated with Wu Zetian, when representing the Li Tang dynasty and the entire nation, he displayed much of his father's style, and his kingly authority was fully revealed.

It's like how, although he is not yet the crown prince or the emperor, he already possesses the bearing of the emperor.

Miaoshan, seeing the emperor's attitude, didn't mind. Upon hearing Li Zhi's words, he also said, "Excellent! Prince Jin has a connection with Buddhism; I believe we will meet again in the future!"

After saying this, Miaoshan and Wei Tuo disappeared from Qingzhou. As the endless space passed, Miaoshan quickly brought Wei Tuo to the Buddhist temple.

After settling Wei Tuo in, Miao Shan began her seclusion to break through to the middle stage of Quasi-Saint.

Guanyin, who was still traveling throughout the Nine Provinces to save people from suffering, couldn't help but speed up her pace after seeing Miaoshan comprehend the Path of the Quasi-Saint Middle Stage in such a comical way.

With Miaoshan's seclusion, the task of promoting the Journey to the West fell to her, which made Guanyin feel a sense of pressure.

She not only traveled throughout the Nine Provinces, but also visited Eagle Sorrow Stream, Flowing Sand River, and Gao Village, where the people sent by the Human Sect to face the tribulation resided, to give them some instructions on the journey to the West.

As for Sun Wukong in the Tushita Palace, she hasn't gone there yet, planning to go after Sun Wukong is fully born.

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Upon hearing Miaoshan's words, Li Zhi felt a sense of strangeness. If he were to ascend the throne in the future, he would be the human emperor. What karmic connection could he possibly have with a Buddhist?

If he doesn't attain a high position, he'll likely remain a leisurely prince, which would further reduce any karmic ties with the other party.

However, after hearing Miao Shan's words, Su Shao Chen began to speculate on the current fortune of the human dynasty with great interest.

This was only the time Li Shimin ascended the throne and was honored as the Human Emperor, yet Miaoshan already vaguely knew about the things that would happen between Li Zhi and his concubine. This made Su Shao Chen guess that the two Western Saints had probably begun to set their sights on the human race as well...

The Humanist sect went into seclusion, the Chan sect emerged from obscurity, the Jie sect returned to the East Sea, and the various schools of thought had long since passed down their teachings through the ages.

However, after Buddhism was introduced to the Nine Provinces during the Han Dynasty, it underwent a series of changes, making it more suitable for spreading among the human race in the Nine Provinces.

Furthermore, due to the lack of strong sectarian competition, Buddhism, despite the resistance of the contemporary emperor, exerted an extremely terrifying influence when it spread throughout the land.

Therefore, among the nine provinces of the human race, the two Western Saints naturally set their sights on the nine provinces of the human race, having obtained such terrifying fortune, incense offerings, and spiritual power, and having no other rivals!

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Changing the subject, although Li Zhi was somewhat puzzled, he did not have too many doubts and instead respectfully bowed to Su Shao Chen.

In the past, Emperor Wenchang not only widely spread the Way of Literature among the human race, but also inspired the various schools of thought among the human race with the "Book of Humanity".

He was revered as the ancestor of all schools of thought and was once known as the teacher of the Human Emperor. He was not only a great sage of the human race but also the vice leader of the Jie Sect.

Such a being would likely command respect even from one's own father, the Emperor.

It should be known that back then, Emperor Wenchang used the Investiture of the Gods as a chess piece, which enabled the Shang Dynasty, which had originally suffered a crushing defeat, to eventually be honored as one of the Six Heavenly Emperors of the Heavenly Court!

Such methods and abilities are something that Li Zhi can only look up to, both now and in the future.

If we could invite Emperor Wenchang to Chang'an, it would probably delight the Emperor. If he could gain Emperor Wenchang's favor, the position of Crown Prince would likely undergo a dramatic change in an instant.

A single word from Emperor Wenchang could change the Emperor's opinion, the entire Tang Dynasty's opinion, and even the opinions of many ancient sages of the human race!

Therefore, Li Zhi was extremely respectful when facing Su Shaochen, the chief writer of all things in the primordial world!

"Li Zhi paid his respects to the Emperor. Although Li Zhi could not represent the entire human race, he deeply admired the Emperor's kindness to humanity."

"If Father Emperor hears that the Emperor has come to rule over the human race of the Nine Provinces, he will probably personally go to Qingzhou to plead with the Emperor."

"I am deeply honored to invite Your Majesty, on behalf of the Great Tang Dynasty, to Chang'an for a chat and to take you to see the state of humanity after the Wan Gu Hui Yuan (Eternal Gathering)." Li Zhi extended a very respectful invitation to Su Shao Chen.

Upon hearing this, Su Shao Chen smiled faintly and said, "Excellent! Then I will trouble Prince Jin!"

Upon hearing this, Li Zhi was overjoyed and immediately said, "I will certainly not fail Your Majesty's expectations. Although the Li Tang dynasty has ruled for ten thousand years, my father's heart has always been with the world. He often used bronze as a mirror to correct his appearance, used history as a mirror to see the rise and fall of dynasties, and used people as a mirror to know his gains and losses. If he knew Your Majesty was coming, he would surely be extremely happy!"

"Haha, since the Prince of Jin has said so, then this humble Taoist shall naturally go to Chang'an to witness the grandeur of our human race!" Su Shao Chen waved his fan upon hearing this, and his eldest disciple behind him also revealed his true form. Hearing his master's words, he was also very interested.

It had been a long time since he last visited the Nine Provinces of the Human Race, all before the Eternal Era. Now, being able to tour the landscapes of the Human Race again, Mo You was naturally quite happy.

Upon hearing Su Shaochen's agreement, Li Zhi immediately activated the Heavenly Strategy Sword, instantly influencing the fate of the entire Tang Dynasty.

Wielding the Tian Ce Sword, he commanded the officials of Qingzhou, quickly assuming the role of an upright and just magistrate within the prefecture, and slaying countless corrupt officials.

Regardless of their background, all of them were cut down by the sword. Even those who had some connection with the Li Tang royal family were shown no mercy by Li Zhi!

Meanwhile, the several weapon-refining masters who followed Li Zhi from Chang'an have also found countless weapon-refining materials in the numerous treasure troves of Qingzhou.

In addition to Wei Tuo's mid-grade acquired weapon-refining material and the weapon-refining experience of the human race throughout the ages, they were able to directly refine a long bridge in Qingzhou that was at the level of a high-grade acquired spiritual treasure.

When the bridge was completed, Li Zhi personally inscribed the two characters "Enqiao" with his Tian Ce sword.

Regardless of Miaoshan's reasons or motives for coming here, as long as it is for the benefit of all people, it should be affirmed.

Therefore, Li Zhi did not deny the other party's actions, but directly wrote down the gratitude to clarify the cause and effect of the bridge.

Then Li Zhi took out a low-grade innate spiritual treasure, the Qingzhen Sword, and placed it in the Han River. He then used the Tian Ce Sword in his hand to influence the fate of the Tang Dynasty and the emperor's throne.

"I am the Prince of Jin. Now, I invoke the destiny of the Great Tang Dynasty and the decree of the Emperor to pacify the waters of the Han River. Whenever the Great Tang Dynasty rules over the eight wastelands and nine provinces, all spirits of the Han River must not disturb its waters. The river should be calm and peaceful, bringing blessings to all beings and the world!"

"Imperial Edict!"

With a loud shout from Li Zhi, the Qingzhen Sword seemed to be blessed by the fate of the Tang Dynasty, and it directly pressed down towards the Han River below.

This scene, witnessed by countless Confucian scholars throughout the land, all nodded in approval, affirming that Li Zhi's actions demonstrated a truly benevolent rule! (End of Chapter)