Super Invincible Immortal Doctor
Chapter 1571 - 1572: The Orthodox Dao Sect

Chapter 1571: Chapter 1572: The Orthodox Dao Sect

"The tide of the new era is surging, the younger generation grows even faster than I thought."

Within the Imperial study, the middle-aged man dressed in the Five-Clawed Dragon Robe spoke softly as he put down a document, it was unclear what he had just finished reading.

And the skinny man who had been by his side since the time Zhao Xuanzhen started keeping records, half bowed his body and spoke softly, "Your Majesty is thinking about Su Chengyu again?"

"Su Chengyu? Oh, he’s about to enter the Hollow Vacuum, right?"

"Yes, in this old servant’s view, the ambush that aimed to kill him and force him into the Pseudo Realm was a sign, entering the Hollow Vacuum was just a matter of time. However..."

"However what?"

Zhao Xuanzhen turned his head with interest and spoke.

The skinny man thought seriously for a moment before speaking, "Indeed, he possesses many methods, but they are too motley; the Martial Way and Swordsmanship, the Dao technique and Alchemy are not only too chaotic, but more importantly, it seems he has yet to find a Dao that truly belongs to him."

"You mean, at most, he could become the next Quanzhen Wan Qiu."

The man stepped back and spoke complimentarily, "Your Majesty is truly wise."

Zhao Xuanzhen chuckled lightly, then looked towards the direction of the Qilong Court outside the Imperial study and spoke softly, "If only it were so simple."

"Has Your Majesty already decided how to deal with Su Chengyu?"

Zhao Xuanzhen shook his head, "In principle, since he has survived this assassination and resisted the Demonic Path which infiltrated Kyoto, I should compensate him. But that after all is an unformed Dragon Vein, and even if it truly takes shape, it will still need hundreds of years, I ultimately do not feel at ease leaving it in the hands of an outsider."

"What about the princess?"

The skinny man brought up the key point with his question.

"Indeed, this is what troubles me the most, Lin An entered the Hollow Vacuum for his sake, and now he is closely linked to Lin An’s Dao, if she is treated the same as before, I’m worried that Lin An’s Celestial Being stature won’t be secure."

Throughout the history of Xia Country, there has never been a shortage of individuals with exceptional talents.

Even those born with the stature of Celestial Beings are not few, but those who can adhere to their path from start to finish and reach the Earth Immortal Realm remain very rare.

Some things are difficult to obtain, but once lost from your grasp, they become even harder to attain again.

Just as Zhao Xuanzhen was feeling a headache, a woman dressed in a Yellow and Purple Taoist Robe suddenly descended outside the Imperial study, without even performing a greeting, she walked straight into the study.

"Then, Your Majesty might as well be magnanimous, after all, it’s only an unformed Dragon Vein that he alone can’t fully control."

The elderly skinny man, upon seeing who arrived, immediately performed a bowing salute, "Lord National Master, I pay my respects."

Ji Yuguang gave a slight nod, she did not harbor much malice towards this chief steward of the palace, but she was aware of his stance and attitude.

Zhao Xuanzhen, surprised by the sudden arrival of Ji Yuguang, exchanged a glance, and immediately a seat was offered to her.

The skinny man confirmed Zhao Xuanzhen’s intentions and then quietly left the Imperial study.

"The National Master had already left for Mount Longhu, why have you returned so suddenly?"

"I met with the elder brother and learned some news, then came back."

Zhao Xuanzhen nodded then cut to the chase, "Does the National Master make such a proposition for the sake of Lin An?"

"Yes and no."

Ji Yuguang spoke candidly, stating straightaway, "Your Majesty knows Lin An’s character better than I do, she will not rest without a proper resolution to this matter. And I also understand that Your Majesty wouldn’t really mind gifting the embryonic form of a Dragon Vein; what Your Majesty truly worries about is the Qingcheng Sect."

"The one who knows my heart, the National Master indeed."

An insignificant Dragon Vein in its embryonic stage was never truly a concern for Zhao Xuanzhen; when had he ever taken it to heart?

Although he was not optimistic about Su Chengyu, even for Lin An’s sake, Zhao Xuanzhen would maintain a superficial peace with Su Chengyu, particularly since this incident was indeed his responsibility at first.

But while Zhao Xuanzhen could accept Su Chengyu in control of an embryonic Dragon Vein within Capital City, he could absolutely not accept it falling into the hands of Qingcheng Sect.

After the foundation of Xia Country, among the Four major Taoist sects, only Mount Longhu had a sole Dragon Vein.

If this Dragon Vein fell into Qingcheng’s hands, the plan to establish Dragon and Tiger as the orthodox sect would be much more difficult.

"I just learned a piece of news from the Sect Leader Brother during my trip back to Mount Longhu."

"Let’s hear it."

"Qingcheng Sect, Cang Qing True Master has passed away."

"Hmm?"

Zhao Xuanzhen looked up in astonishment, deeply shocked by the sudden news.

"Who is responsible?"

However, Ji Yuguang could only shake his head, "The Sect Leader Brother didn’t say, but it seems to be related to the Demonic Path."

"I see."

Zhao Xuanzhen slightly lowered his head, pondering: "Is this why you advised me to bestow the nascent Dragon Vein to Su Chengyu?"

"Isn’t that reason enough?"

Ji Yuguang retorted.

Zhao Xuanzhen smiled and then shook his head.

Without Cang Qing True Master, the Qingcheng Sect no longer has the capability to move mountains and shift Dragon Veins.

But just because it’s not possible now, doesn’t mean it won’t be in the future; this still poses a significant hidden danger.

However, the next words from Ji Yuguang quickly brought a satisfied smile to Zhao Xuanzhen’s face, solidifying his decision.

"Is Your Majesty reassured now?"

Zhao Xuanzhen smiled and asked, "How long will State Preceptor need to achieve this?"

"One, three, five."

"Years?"

"Months."

"Good, then it’s settled."

Zhao Xuanzhen gave his consent, and Ji Yuguang stood up and left the Imperial study without another word.

Only after Ji Yuguang’s presence had completely vanished did the gaunt man emerge once again from behind in the Imperial study.

"Congratulations, Your Majesty, on finally resolving a matter weighing on your mind."

Zhao Xuanzhen glanced sideways and said with a light laugh: "Did you hear what the State Preceptor just said?"

The man shook his head: "With the Celestial Being barrier possessed by the Lord National Master, this old servant does not dare to eavesdrop casually. However, seeing Your Majesty’s radiant joy, even if I didn’t hear it, I can guess the Lord National Master must have brought some good news."

"Is that so? Then it seems my cultivation of maintaining a calm demeanor is still not quite perfect," said Zhao Xuanzhen, looking out the window and talking to himself. However, suddenly remembering something, he turned and said: "Oh right, the State Preceptor also brought back another piece of news, which you might find interesting."

"Your Majesty, please speak."

"Cang Qing True Master is dead."

A momentary hesitation flashed across the gaunt man’s face, but it quickly dissipated, replaced by a smile that held an indecipherable meaning. He shook his head and ultimately remained silent.

The waves behind drive on those before, yet who has not once been one of those waves?

"Let’s leave nostalgia there."

"Your Majesty, just give your orders to this old servant."

"Get in touch with the Shen Family, create momentum for Mount Longhu, the news of the authentic Dragon and Tiger lineage should be known throughout Xia Country."