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Chapter 744: 463: The True Identity of Moluo!!!

Chapter 744: Chapter 463: The True Identity of Moluo!!!

“Are you Chen Yuan?”

Although Gu Tianqiong seemed to be asking a redundant question since Chen Yuan had already introduced himself, he still posed it as such. Had it been anyone else, Chen Yuan would have retorted immediately.

But facing the Great Governor of the Heavenly Patrol Bureau, whose strength he could not fathom, he respectfully said:

“Indeed, it is your subordinate!”

“Great Governor.”

Zhang Yantong also followed suit with a salute.

Gu Tianqiong waved his hand, motioning Zhang Yantong to step aside, as he wanted to test Chen Yuan personally.

Zhang Yantong nodded, patted Chen Yuan on the shoulder, then left the Heavenly Patrol Hall.

In the blink of an eye, within the vast hall, only Gu Tianqiong and Chen Yuan remained. Without waiting for Chen Yuan to say anything, Gu Tianqiong stood up, stared at him, and said:

“Follow me.”

“Yes.”

Chen Yuan nodded in agreement, calmly following behind him.

“Since I’ve emerged from seclusion, I’ve heard of your name from the mouths of Zhang Yantong, Wu Tianxi, and others. It seems you are quite esteemed by several Divine Envoys,” Gu Tianqiong said somberly, hands behind his back.

“It is only due to their high regard.”

“In my presence, there’s no need to be modest. If you are talented, it is only right that you are esteemed.”

“Your subordinate understands.”

“Come… sit.”

The two arrived at a small courtyard at the back of the grand hall, Gu Tianqiong sat down first, pointing to the seat in front of him.

“Your subordinate dares not sit on the same level as the Great Governor.”

“Sit.”

The tone of Gu Tianqiong carried an indisputable air.

Imposing!

This was Chen Yuan’s first assessment of him. Without further protest, he immediately sat down.

On the stone table lay a pot of Spiritual Tea and two teacups. Chen Yuan glanced around but remained silent.

Actually, he still did not understand why Gu Tianqiong had summoned him. Was it merely to see him?

“I have reviewed your history. Your talent is superior, your disposition extraordinary, and you handle matters with care. However, there’s one issue: you are somewhat belligerent. In the court, it is not wise to make too many enemies,” Gu Tianqiong said emphatically.

“The Great Governor speaks wisely, but your subordinate respectfully disagrees. Central State is different from other states. Here countless powerful court officials maintain order, so Jianghu dare not act recklessly,

however, below…. Jianghu has long shown signs of chaos. If not dealt with severely, how can we deter the people?”

“Is this your viewpoint?”

“Yes.”

Gu Tianqiong looked intensely at Chen Yuan, who remained calm and unshaken, as if a mountain were crumbling before him yet his face remained unchanged. After a long time, a hint of barely discernible appreciation flashed through Gu Tianqiong’s eyes:

“What is your view on the current situation of the court?”

“Peace reigns over the four seas.”

“Do you still need to offer these evasive words in my presence?”

“Peril abounds.”

“Speak on….”

“The Northern Barbarians’ Iron Cavalry knock at our gates yearly, the demon tribes of the Southern Border watch us with covetous eyes, the barbarians of the East Sea wish to swallow the Central Plains, the Buddhists of the Western Regions…. The Western Regions’ Buddhists harbor grand ambitions. These are external threats,

while internally, the great families of the Central Plains gather strength, the ten great Immortal Sects are as stable as Mount Tai, the warriors of Jianghu hold the court in contempt. These are internal troubles.

With both internal and external problems converging, your subordinate…. harbors deep concerns for the court,” Chen Yuan said with a grave expression.

Gu Tianqiong took a deep breath:

“You are right; this is the true state of affairs in the court today. Despite the presence of several True Monarchs, given the global perspective, it is still insufficient.”

He wasn’t astounded by Chen Yuan’s words—any insightful person would be aware of these issues. What he lamented was that even government officials lacked confidence in the court.

What about Jianghu?

“But the more it is so, the more it is time for your subordinate to strive. I wish only to give my life for the eternal stability of Great Jin,” Chen Yuan continued.

He didn’t understand Gu Tianqiong’s intentions, but now he could only speak his mind, molding himself into the image of a loyal and righteous man in the other’s eyes.

“Well spoken.”

Gu Tianqiong nodded slightly.

“This visit is to see your character. Your talent has long been known to all, but your temperament remains unknown. Having seen it today, I am deeply impressed.

Only such a steadfast patriotism deserves my complete support in nurturing you.”

“My lord….”

“Chen Yuan, you have the stature of a True Monarch, and a heart loyal to the core. You are indeed heaven-sent to be a pillar of the state. It’s just a pity your current cultivation is too weak,

restricting the power you wield.”

Chen Yuan replied earnestly:

“Your subordinate is working hard at his cultivation.”

Gu Tianqiong nodded:

“I have seen this for myself. Your cultivation has improved rapidly without a trace of pretense, a true testament to your diligent practice, which comforts my heart greatly.”

Chen Yuan’s eyes flickered.

Yes, that’s right, just as he has said.

“I intend to assign you an important task, although it may carry some risks. What do you think?”

“What do you imply, my lord?”

“Go abroad. Staying in the Capital always is somewhat beneath your talents. ‘The edge of the sword comes from grinding, and the fragrance of plum blossoms from the cold.’ Only by managing a locality can one truly be tempered,”

Gu Tianqiong said, tapping his fingers on the table as if asking, but his tone conveyed an undeniable expectation. Of course, Chen Yuan could refuse, but that would mean missing a great opportunity.

For him, after rescuing the Moluo elder, he had already felt the Capital too stifling, too restrictive. It simply wasn’t as refreshing as being out in the field.

Only his current level of cultivation was too low; he had originally thought to wait until he had breakthrough into the Heavenly Core, then see if Zhang Yantong might have some solution.

Unexpectedly, Gu Tianqiong had already brought up this matter.

Suppressing the joy in his heart, Chen Yuan spoke softly: