Longevity: Starting from Refining Gu-Chapter 283 - 175 Literary Society Begins_2

Chapter 283: Chapter 175: Literary Society Begins_2

Chapter 283 -175: Literary Society Begins_2

Yang La only now truly felt Chen Qing’s charisma, realizing what kind of hero was contending with his master, Yan Shiyin, for supremacy.

A Divine Book capable of being passed down through generations.

A Divine Book that could bless countless ages.

Even a Great Sect like the Dao Sect could treat this Divine Book as their treasured heirloom.

And yet, it was being given away for free!

If Chen Qing really did this, then perhaps all cultivators in Nanli possessing the Power Gu would have to address Chen Qing with reverence as “Mr.” upon seeing him.

At that time, public sentiment would be evident.

This was the greatest blow to the Mystic Gate Army, a strategy of cutting the roots, completely shattering the foundation of Yan Shiyin’s effort to win people over.

“It’s only been two or three months, and during this time, they had to conduct their own trials.”

“Considering this, they spent no more than a month writing it.”

“It probably won’t succeed.”

Having filled out the name list, it was submitted to the academy.

Yet within three days, Yang La received a message from the academy, summoning them to go there.

Yang La, accompanied by the Qi Refining Realm cultivators who came with the Mystic Gate Army, prepared to depart. Just as they were about to set out, someone asked, “Sir, should we report false information about the Gu?”

Upon hearing this, Yang La angrily replied, “This concerns all of Nanli—Master Yan instructed me before my departure that this is not about competing for supremacy, but it is the foundation for Nanli’s eternal prosperity!”

“This matter must not be falsified!”

“Master Yan once said, ‘One must not, for my sake alone, sacrifice Nanli’s everlasting prosperity!'”

“This time, if I discover anyone reporting false Gu information, I will surely execute them!”

Leading the entourage, they went alongside other Qi Refining Realm members from various nations to the academy, where the statue of the Miao Divine Image stood proudly in the center.

Jiang Xingchuan commanded his subordinates, organizing these Qi Refining Realm cultivators in an orderly entry.

Outside the academy, the crowd was massive, with numerous cultivators eagerly watching this scene unfold.

“To have written a Gu-related book in such a short time, could it be fake?”

“No, how could Qingxu, the illustrious overlord and the current Foundation Establishment Lord of Nanli, resort to such trickery with his status?”

“If he’s dared to say such things, there must be a reason behind it.”

Someone else said, “I heard that Lord Wei received an Ancient Secret Scroll, was enlightened by the celestial insights within, and suddenly understood the eternal truths.”

“He was so absorbed that he even neglected the ongoing battlefield matters, staying in his study and writing tirelessly for a month before producing it!”

Hearing such discussions, another said, “It seems somewhat credible in this light.”

“Overall, I still hope Lord Wei succeeds in this matter; if the Literary Society succeeds, we participators could get our hands on that book too.”

Amid the clamor of the crowd, those truly to partake in the Literary Society, the Qi Refining Realm cultivators, finally began to file in.

A large number of Qi Refining Realm cultivators entered the Literary Society proceedings in an orderly manner, standing in the center.

Once everyone had settled in place, Jiang Xingchuan held a yellow parchment, lighting an incense burner before the Miao Divine Image.

He announced, “Under the eye of the Miao God, Jiang Xingchuan respectfully begins!”

“Today, with the Miao Divine Favored Qingxu, we have the book ‘Nanli Common Gu Theory·Power Gu Chapter.’ Under the watchful gaze of the Miao God, we intend to verify the book ourselves!”

“Thus, we inform the Miao God and wish the Miao God to bless the land!”

“….”

For a full quarter of an hour, Jiang Xingchuan recited the text, and at this point, he was ready to organize these Qi Refining Realm participants to pay their respects to the Miao God when suddenly commotion arose outside.

Turning his head, he saw a corner of the heavens tear open. A splendid starry sky appeared, and a Daoist in a green robe strode across the open sky, landing on the city walls of Langya City.

“I am a temple priest from Longevity Mountain under the Miao God, sent by decree, here to witness the proceedings!”

With the Daoist’s landing upon the city walls, the starry corner behind him slowly closed.

Chen Qing, seated on the courtyard wall of the guard palace, had been observing the Literary Society’s proceedings with Xuanping, yet now had no choice but to make an appearance.

“Why is this person here?”

Xuanping asked, “Does the Miao God know what you’ve written?”

Chen Qing shook his head, “No idea.”

Xuanping inquired, “Then why would the Miao God send someone to witness?”

Chen Qing shook his head again, “I’m not sure; I should personally go to welcome them.”

As Chen Qing set out, passersby hurriedly made way for him, allowing him to go welcome the temple priest.

Upon reaching the temple priest, Chen Qing cupped his hands in respect, saying, “Welcome, temple priest. I’m not sure…”

The temple priest swiftly grasped Chen Qing’s hand, laughed heartily, and said no more.

Within three strides, they entered the guard palace, leaving the outside cultivators baffled.

“The Miao God sent someone to witness?”

“Could it truly be genuine?”

“Is this book really a Divine Book?”

Inside the guard palace, the temple priest finally spoke, “I’m not here by the Miao God’s order, but under command from the king in the South Sea region.”

“They sent me here to support you, in case mischievous people cause trouble.”

Chen Qing suddenly remembered the mysterious Red-clothed Queen, “That lady in red?”

The temple priest nodded gently, “As long as I’m well-fed and well-treated, you keep me arranged well.”

“For everything else, just proceed as usual.”

Chen Qing was somewhat puzzled and asked, “Why would she be so kind to me?”

The temple priest replied, “Not quite sure; this queen has reigned only for a short time, a new ruler of a century, and remains very reclusive. We all are still figuring out her preferences.”

Chen Qing tentatively asked, “Could I be informed of her origins?”

The temple priest continued, “Three hundred years ago, from Longevity Mountain, she was the wife of the Master of Mortal World three centuries ago.”

“Other details, you need not ask further.”

At this point, Chen Qing started to understand.

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She was probably connected to the Jiguang Sect, possibly being a high-ranking member of it.

Chen Qing recalled Nie Fei mentioning that Nanli was the most active place for the Jiguang Sect, possessing high-ranking members in Nanli.

Now it seemed, it was likely referring to this person.

An exceptionally high position indeed, being a queen of sorts!

No wonder she helped me before; she must know my identity.

After a bumpy journey, at long last, I’ve found a dependable support.

Though Chen Qing had speculated before about having many backers behind him, including the Jiguang Sect, the Miao God of Nanli, and the entity on the other side of the void,

It was only this person that he had actually met.

Despite just this detail alone, it already made Chen Qing feel a bit of affinity towards her.

At least she had clearly mentioned that if things went awry, they should seek refuge in the South Sea.

After settling the temple priest in, Chen Qing looked over to the academy where all the Qi Refining Realm cultivators had completed venerating the Miao God and began lodging in the academy.

Seeing the academy was proceeding smoothly, Chen Qing set off to the site where the Martial Arts Tournament was beginning, ready to participate in its opening.

Due to the presence of the temple priest, all cultivators changed their prior attitudes and began seriously scrutinizing this Literary Society.

This Literary Society was nothing like the Nine Nether Goddess’ worthless forum for discussing Dao teachings.

If this Literary Society succeeded, it concerned the everlasting affairs of all of Nanli.

With just the cultivators present, there were more than twenty thousand in number.

A vast number of cultivators flooded the newly built Langya City, yet surprisingly did not make the city feel crowded or lacking in accommodation.

It was clear that even if Qing Ran’s martial prowess wasn’t particularly outstanding, when it came to handling administrative matters, he was certainly adept.

With the academy closing, it was the Martial Arts Tournament outside the city that took the spotlight.

Outside Langya City, Qing Ran had people construct a large arena for the bouts.

Capable of allowing sixty participants to compete simultaneously, there were thirty arenas in total, each covering an area of a hundred zhang around, enabling Foundation Establishment cultivators to fight freely.

On both sides of the arenas were numerous seats for ticket-purchasing cultivators to spectate.

The land was a rusty red, saving Qing Ran the expense of constructing arenas specifically for Foundation Establishment duels, needing only to cut out the areas.

As Chen Qing and Qing Ran arrived outside the arenas, they saw many cultivators cursing and huffily storming off to buy tickets.

“This Qing Ran really is an SOB!”

“Charging just to watch a match!”

The ticket seller retorted, “When have you ever seen so many Foundation Establishment cultivators before?”

“Besides, these Foundation Establishment cultivators will engage in real, tangible battles!”

Chen Qing glanced at Qing Ran, who showed no reaction whatsoever, as if those being cursed were others.

“How many Spirit Stones can be earned?”

Qing Ran answered, “I didn’t charge an entry fee into the city, but with ticket prices and expenses for accommodation and meals, an individual will likely spend a few hundred Spirit Stones here with us.”

“Moreover, due to the rarity of Qi Refinement Realm cultivators having opportunities to witness such a large-scale Foundation Establishment duel, tickets are selling very well.”

“Altogether, this venture should net a straightforward ten million Spirit Stones; not a problem at all!”

Upon hearing this, Chen Qing immediately felt that Qing Ran was indeed competent and found himself very fond of him.