Lord Shenxiu-Chapter 496: Changluo (Extra - for Monthly Pass)

Chapter 496: Chapter 496: Changluo (Extra Chapter for Monthly Pass)

On the outskirts of Changluo, there was a cave.

Zhong Shenxiu’s figure appeared, then suddenly transformed into a somewhat ethereal shadow.

Originally, the thing that moved on his cheek like a black blood vessel was suddenly expelled from outside the Primordial Spirit, turning into a continuously writhing mass of flesh and blood.

Eventually, it screamed in the flames and turned to ash.

"The contamination of the Dharma Body is quite serious..."

After a long while, Zhong Shenxiu, who had reverted to human form, murmured, "If it weren’t for my Primordial Spirit having completely refined the body, if this had happened during the Primordial Pill stage, this kind of external pollution might not have been removable..."

His direction of escape was not to the outer states, but rather outside Changluo.

This was a form of hiding in plain sight, also demonstrating daring and superb skill.

Resigned to the possibility of being captured and facing a desperate fight, after all, those who could be resurrected always took more risks.

Fortunately, it seemed everything went smoothly.

"Was that the strength of Qingwei Dao Miao Zhenjun... No, perhaps there was yet some restraint!"

Recalling the previous battle, Zhong Shenxiu’s expression turned solemn.

The power of the Dharma Body was indeed not something he could contend with now.

But that magical fight was worth it.

First of all, it confirmed his own strength, and second, it helped build his reputation.

At the very least, in the future, everyone would have to treat Young Master Shen Xiu as half a Dharma Body.

’Even if I were to go to the Demon Sect and sell myself, the scriptures I’d get would be much better...’

’Of course, this is just a backup plan.’

’I feel that if I were to ally myself with the court now, I could receive even more honorable treatment than before, after all, treatment is earned through strength...’

Thinking of this, Zhong Shenxiu casually waved his hand, and Su Daoshi’s second Primordial Spirit appeared.

"The original self will retreat into seclusion for now, you go to Changluo, scout out information."

He uttered a command, sending the second Primordial Spirit out of the cave, and immediately sealed off the entire mountain range, entering a state of isolation.

...

Su Daoshi, transformed from the second Primordial Spirit, smiled slightly, and suddenly pinched a spell.

His aura quickly retracted until it was just enough for the Divine Skills level, commandeering the flying light across the sky.

"Although the second Primordial Spirit is but a puppet, it can borrow from the original’s Divine Skills; at least to take the Thousands of Changes Divine Light and simulate mere Divine Skills like the Nine Clears Celestial Light, there is no problem at all."

"And I truly am Su Daoshi, with no flaw in my aura. Unless I encounter a particularly powerful Dharma Body or a corpse-dissolving immortal, it should not be seen through."

"But even if it is seen through, a mere puppet dying is not a loss."

Zhong Shenxiu confirmed the direction and after several days of flight, he saw a large city that had risen from the ground.

It was situated on the plains, and the closer he got, the more magnificent and towering it appeared, like a small mountain.

That terrifying forbidden magic, with a faint hint of danger, made Zhong Shenxiu unconsciously lower his flying light, turning to walk on foot.

Imperial City Changluo!

"In the heavens, the White Jade Capital, twelve levels and five cities..."

He gazed at the vast city and couldn’t help but praise.

"Fine poetry, are you a cultivator?"

Suddenly, a curtain lifted on a nearby carriage, revealing a middle-aged official with three strands of long beard, smiling, "Changluo is protected by Dragon Qi, forbidding flight. If this cultivator does not mind, you may rest in the carriage."

"Thank you so much..."

Zhong Shenxiu gave a slight bow and, without further ado, boarded the carriage.

Changluo was, after all, at the foot of the Emperor’s throne, so the residents, familiar with a vast array of sights, were not surprised to see a Cultivator with divine skills alight.

At that moment, countless carriages and horses converged into a long procession, queuing to pass through the eight gates of Changluo.

"My name is Jiang Tan. May I ask who you are..."

Jiang Tan offered a slight bow as he spoke, inviting the other party. He admired the other’s poetic talent, but what he valued more was Zhong Shenxiu’s cultivation level!

After all, only Cultivators with Great Cultivation of Divine Power could maintain their flight near the city before descending.

Jiang Tan, merely an Imperial Censor known by hearsay, was but a seventh rank official.

If the other party had a Daoist Official status, they would be at least of the fourth or fifth rank!

"Su Daoshi of the Supreme Dragon and Tiger Sect, at your service."

Some shameless person who had just had a fight with the Sect Master of the Supreme Dragon and Tiger Sect answered.

"So you are an esteemed disciple of the Supreme Dragon and Tiger Sect!"

After his surprise, Jiang Tan grew more familiar.

Unlike ordinary Loose Cultivators or other sects, the Supreme Dragon and Tiger Sect was known to be so close to the Second Yan Han Empire they were practically wearing the same trousers.

Now looking at Zhong Shenxiu, Jiang Tan felt a kindred connection.

"It seems Mr. Su is here for the Divine Ceremony on the fifteenth of July? His Majesty has already demoted the former Celestial Observation Bureau... Looking across the entire Empire, only Qingwei Dao Miao Zhenjun is qualified to preside over the Divine Ceremony!"

Jiang Tan said.

"I am merely a disciple; how could I know so much?" Zhong Shenxiu smiled wryly. "I just heard that Changluo is wealthy and bustling, and I came to sightsee... purely coincidental, coincidental!"

Jiang Tan gave a look that said "do you think I believe you?" and laughed without saying a word.

Zhong Shenxiu did not continue the conversation, his gaze transfixed on the increasingly large city gates.

Due to Jiang Tan’s official status, they did not have to squeeze through the largest but also most crowded Zhengqian Gate used by commoners and merchant caravans, instead, they entered through the adjacent Lixuan Gate.

During the routine check, Zhong Shenxiu presented Su Daoshi’s identity proof without any peculiarity and passed the inspection smoothly.

"Mr. Su, where do you plan to stay?"

Before parting ways, Jiang Tan laughed, "If you’re a merchant or commoner from another state, you can go to an inn or a state Guild Hall, but officials, including Daoist Officials, can stay at the imperial post station..."

"I’ll just have a look around first."

Zhong Shenxiu was noncommittal, seemingly lost in the hustle and bustle of Changluo City.

After waving goodbye to each other, Zhong Shenxiu blended directly into the massive crowd on the main street.

Changluo, as the capital of the world, was not only commercially prosperous but also a gathering place for people of all different ethnicities.

Zhong Shenxiu even spotted several Quanrong with dog-like heads, dressed in Han attire, strutting through the marketplace with not a hint of surprise on the faces of those around, seemingly accustomed to the sight.

’The gate of the Supreme Dragon and Tiger Sect is located on Dragon Tiger Mountain in Jade State, not far from Changluo... Hence, the presence of Supreme Dragon and Tiger Sect disciples in Changluo is almost a certainty.’

Zhong Shenxiu idly strolled while pondering, ’Su Daoshi has been deemed to have no future prospects, and even if he joins the sect, he won’t be given any significant teachings or true Cultivation Techniques... unless, he cheats?’

’Like... claiming to have had a fortuitous encounter, such as meeting Young Master Shen Xiu, receiving the Outer Elixir Method from him, and pinning the death of Zhang Taiyi on Young Master Shen Xiu, who can certainly bear the blame... Then, should I validate it for myself?’

’That’s too troublesome. It might be easier just to assault the Supreme Dragon and Tiger Sect directly and steal their Cultivation Technique... Hmm, as long as there is no Divinity Transformation expert in residence, that might actually work.’

Just at that moment, he had reached a marketplace and saw numerous cultivators entering a six-storied pavilion.

In front of the pavilion hung a large gold signboard, naming it — ’Feng Manlou’!

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