Taiyi Dao Fruit-Chapter 1174 - 394: Together with the Yellow Emperor
"Encounter Tan Lang, a swirling staff of colorful charm."
"Assisting the Emperor, peach blossoms trespass against the master."
Within the grand hall, surrounded by stars, two types of mystic technique simultaneously acted upon Jiang Li.
This was the technique crafted by Tianxuan and Gongsun Qingyue before Jiang Li's marriage, the results were quite remarkable, causing Jiang Li to leave the house holding his waist the next day.
At this moment, though Tianxuan performed these mystic techniques alone, her prowess had indeed improved compared to the past.
The Derivation Method of Doumu Yuanjun largely consists of two parts: first is understanding the Star Dao and harnessing the Power of Stars. The deeper one's understanding in this path, the more Star Essence one manages, and the deeper the Dao Fruit merges.
Second, it calls for the ascension of Star Gods.
Being the Mother of All Stars, Doumu Yuanjun's best expression of the Dao Fruit is the emergence of more Star Gods.
Even if a Star God's ascension has no relation with Tianxuan, it still helps deepen the Dao Fruit's integration. If it is related to Tianxuan, and she even supports the ascension, the benefits multiply.
Recently, there has been an ascension of a Star God, namely the Princess.
Thus, Tianxuan's strength has risen, though caught off guard by a rebellious disciple, she was determined to overturn the defeat and display her might to the traitor.
Unfortunately...
"How... is this... possible?"
An unstable breath resonated within the Star Domain Magic Realm.
"Nothing is impossible, Master. I now stand backed by the wisdom of the entire Human Path," Jiang Li chuckled lightly.
The countless wisdom of the Human Path throughout history was utilized by Jiang Li, including those like Luu Dongbin, skilled in Mud Water Collection Battle, and the Yellow Emperor with his vast number of concubines... Jiang Li had absorbed the wisdom of their Dual Cultivation.
This is the value of the [Primordial Human].
Moreover, with Jiang Li's body further transcending, a mere Old Demon is insignificant.
"You—"
Tianxuan attempted to retort but struggled to catch her breath, her figure was thrown, and her dress slipped off.
The immaculate jade-like back revealed itself.
Lustrous as jade, seemingly radiant, perfectly proportioned, a sensuous and elegant spine extended downward from the neck, faintly visible between the fluttering tresses.
"Qing Yue... Martial Aunt, Master—"
Tianxuan reached forward, "Help me."
Her pristine fingers aimlessly grasped, trying to seize something, yet weakly fell in the end.
Just then, the Primordial Lord Rain Master gently loosened her jade belt at her waist, moved softly, and grasped Tianxuan's hand.
The two women, with a Master-Disciple bond, exchanged glances at this moment, past grievances fading as the palace attire slipped.
Whether it was Tianxuan offering a step down, or merely enduring no longer, they at least found a chance for reconciliation.
Soon after, a Dragon Roar rose, and a heavy rain fell across Dinghu.
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The rain lasted two days and nights, as it stopped, evening came, creating a fresh and cool air as if early autumn arrived ahead of schedule.
In the distance, the Heaven and Earth Furnace still emanated unending light and fire, steaming off water vapor, Dinghu presented a serene yet splendid beauty beneath the night.
In front of the Tianshu Palace of Dinghu Sect, Elder Kaixiang gripped his wheelchair restlessly, pacing back and forth, impatiently saying, "Sent word to Tianxuan Hall this afternoon, it's nighttime now, still no sign of people, that woman—"
"Elder Kaixiang, mind your words."
A solemn voice emerged from the hall, as a high-crowned, broad-belt Confucian Scholar walked out, saying, "Gongsun Family Master is the Emperor Master, not to be spoken of lightly."
"Kaixiang, if you keep speaking carelessly, be wary that Tianxuan Junior Sister may send you to dig for Red Copper again."
Elder Tianji also emerged from the hall and reprimanded Elder Kaixiang with some headache, "You wouldn't really go mining in a wheelchair, would you?"
The words carried weight, and as a dignified individual, Elder Kaixiang immediately fell silent.
Then, Elder Tianji looked towards the direction of the Heaven and Earth Furnace, asking Zhu Hui'an, "Mr. Hui'an, is the method to notify His Majesty clear? If the auspicious time is missed, conducting the ceremony might be difficult."
Zhu Hui'an arrived in the afternoon, intending to welcome the Emperor and future Empress back to Divine Capital for the grand ceremony.
Although over at Dinghu Sect, they assumed Jiang Li was in seclusion within the Heaven and Earth Furnace, thus they sought Tianxuan and Gongsun Qingyue to inform Jiang Li, yet Tianxuan had closed Tianxuan Hall two days prior allowing no entry.
Moreover, they were unable to contact the Primordial Lord Rain Master.
Helplessly, they could only wait here.
Upon hearing Elder Tianji's inquiry, Zhu Hui'an shook his head slightly to indicate no, and then said, "No problem, the day of the grand ceremony is not formally set yet, if His Majesty's emergence from seclusion is delayed, it can be postponed to the next suitable day."
"But if it's delayed longer, we might have to wait until next month, fearing imprudence and dissent from the Imperial College."
It seemed Elder Tianji understood court matters, pointing out the Imperial College… or specifically, the dissent from the Imperial College Sacrificial Officer.
The Grand Zhou's ceremonies are always hosted by the Sacrificial Officer serving as Feng Chang at the Imperial College, who has significant sway on the grand ceremony aside from the Emperor. Should the Sacrificial Officer disagree with postponing, he might personally come to Dinghu Sect, demanding the Emperor emerge from seclusion.
Listening to Elder Tianji, Zhu Hui'an gave him a deep look.
This elder overseeing commerce at Dinghu Sect seemed quite familiar with court affairs.
Yet Elder Tianji turned a blind eye to Zhu Hui'an's gaze, and said slowly, "Movements within the court relate to the Sect, naturally, I will pay attention. Recently, I noticed people from Mo Sect traveling in Yu State and thought to inquire whether Mo School is upon resurgence?"
If Mo School resurges, it implies the Emperor is suppressing the Imperial College.
Though Elder Tianji's inquiry seemed related to the ceremony, it actually sought the Emperor's disposition towards the Imperial College, helping Dinghu Sect respond accordingly.
Upon hearing this, Zhu Hui'an believed Elder Tianji would fare well even in the bureaucracy, perhaps not exceeding his own future.
He contemplated, poised to respond, when a voice suddenly interjected.
"Has the Elder discerned the inclination of the Imperial College Sacrificial Officer?"
A bright yellow figure floated gracefully, "The Imperial College Sacrificial Officer advocates the Emperor governing with tranquility and impartiality, yet if I intend to suppress the Imperial College, does that mean my inclination opposes that of the Sacrificial Officer?"
The figure instantly appeared before them, none other than Jiang Li.
Yet now, Jiang Li differed from the previous azure-clad appearance; he exuded quiet majesty, displaying flawless countenance and bearing as if carrying the firmament, projecting unmatched authority.
Upon seeing him, Elder Tianji felt a bit of illusion, as if witnessing a figure no longer supposed to exist in the world.
— Heavenly Monarch.
Seeing Jiang Li now, Elder Tianji felt akin to observing a Heavenly Monarch.
Having been a fellow disciple with the Heavenly Monarch for many years, Elder Tianji was confident in his feelings.
