Chapter 600: 415 respectfully sees off Envoy Chen Qing!_2
Especially was this the case for the martial artists of Yun Yang Prefecture.
Previously, when Han Yu and Du Ming had led the Heavenly Patrol Bureau and the elite of the Military Equipment Army to annihilate Jinhua Temple, it left many in fear, and subsequently, their suspicions were confirmed.
A force from Tangshan Prefecture had reached out its hands towards Yun Yang.
Just as they were preparing to join forces against the martial artists of Tangshan, the latter mysteriously halted their expansion, merely occupying the territory previously held by Jinhua Temple before ceasing further advancement.
Once they stopped, the martial artists of Yun Yang Prefecture were somewhat at a loss, and ultimately, out of fear of Chen Yuan’s terrifying reputation, the alliance gradually disintegrated.
Now that Chen Yuan was about to depart, it finally brought a trace of joy to them.
Regrettably, they had thought too much; the expansion of Tangshan Prefecture’s power would not stop due to Chen Yuan’s departure but would become even more secretive. With Jiang He’s support, they would gradually spread their influence throughout the entirety of Qingzhou!
Chen Yuan had already informed Jiang He of this in advance, and the latter would assist with all his might.
Apart from Jiang He, who had no interest in expanding his power, all the other Daoists of the Taoist Divine Palace had their own territories of influence, even Yang Huatian, the Evil Spirit Daoist, despite being a lone figure.
But he, too, had many disciples, who controlled some territories through these disciples.
That evening, Chen Yuan contacted the Daoists within the Taoist Divine Palace through the Heavenly Book, informing them that he had been summoned to the Capital by an Imperial Decree from Jingtai.
This message immediately alarmed everyone, bringing them some joy.
They felt that with Chen Yuan gone, they would have a higher success rate in rescuing Moluo Predecessor. The Taoist Divine Palace also had some peripheral forces developed in the Capital.
But these people involved too much, and their memberships were entangled and complex, so they did not trust their backgrounds.
Only Daoists of such stature could truly be trusted. This matter could not leak the slightest hint; once it got out, their future actions would become tens of times more difficult.
Thus, they had always maintained restraint, even though there had been opportunities previously, they had never made a move. Of course, this was also by Moluo Predecessor’s instruction, who said the time was not yet right.
If he escaped, it would surely enrage many, and many future matters would become significantly more challenging.
The real opportunity was within three years, a statement personally conveyed by Moluo to them.
Thus, they had been enduring.
Now, at the three-year mark and about to make their move, how could they not be excited?
Jiang He directly told Chen Yuan to meet him once when passing through Qingzhou City, where he would explain the situation to Chen Yuan, and it would be best if they acted according to their previous plans.
Chen Yuan expressed his understanding.
Regarding Han Yu’s position as Green Envoy, Jiang He said it was his to handle, and Chen Yuan need not worry about it, easing some of his concerns.
The news of his departure, spread by those keen on the affairs of Tangshan Prefecture, also began to filter out to other state prefectures, causing many Heavenly Patrol Green Envoys to envy him immensely.
Anyone with some ambition surely dreamt of going to the Capital to hold an official position.
Only there could one rise through the ranks most swiftly. It is said that in the Capital, every swing of a hammer could hit several officials of the eighth or ninth rank, also highlighting the Capital’s status.
Moreover, Chen Yuan’s appointment in the Capital was unlike others; others obtained positions in the Capital through various relationships, and these were positions of insignificant power.
Instead, Chen Yuan was being summoned to the Capital to serve at the behest of the Emperor’s golden words.
Catching the eye of the Emperor, how could he not be given controlled power? If only a little authority was offered, wouldn’t it be a joke to everyone?
It was precisely this that made many officials envious.
Before he left, he passed the message to Shangguan Yu and Zhang Xuan. Zhang Xuan said to stop for a rest when passing through Nanling Prefecture, as he also had matters to discuss. Thɪs chapter is updated by NoveI-Fire.ɴet
On Shangguan Yu’s side, it was a reply from Shangguan Hong.
Stating that he had already entered retreat to prepare for Core Formation, and he would inform Shangguan Yu of this matter when he exited his retreat.
Chen Yuan understood clearly and thus spoke no further.
Lady Xu did not clamor to go to the Capital this time; she understood the importance of matters and knew that Chen Yuan would definitely not take her with him. Since that was the case, why bother asking more?
Chen Yuan gently stroked Lady Xu’s hand, telling her to take good care of Tangshan Prefecture’s foundation. If undecided in matters, she could seek Jiang He, the Golden Envoy of Qingzhou.
It wouldn’t be long before he returned from the Capital.
He would not stay in that place for too long. Once the moment arrived, he would immediately break away, governing a territory externally. There were too many powerful figures in the court, and he had little hope of controlling significant power in such a dangerous place.
Moreover, power was illusory, granted by the Emperor. He did not desire this; the power he controlled must be held in his own hands, deciding his own fate.
Rather than the current situation, where the Emperor could whimsically call him to the Capital based on a whim.
Although this perfectly aligned with the schemes of the Taoist Divine Palace, Chen Yuan’s heart was still somewhat uncomfortable—a very normal phenomenon. In Tangshan, his word was law,
and he was accustomed to wielding power.
Even if he held power in the Capital, there would be too many above him who could control him.
His nature was such that he would rather be a head in a chicken group than a tail in a phoenix flock.
He was still not powerful enough. Let alone a Dan Realm Master, even a Yang Transformation True Master would not be considered by the court, a massive entity, unless he stirred up unrest in various places.
Jingtai had given Chen Yuan 15 days. After a rough estimate of the distance, he knew it was very pressing and wondered if Yang Yuanqing, that eunuch, would dare to tamper with it.
It was presumed he wouldn’t dare.
But it was notable that the news of his ascension to Dan Realm had not yet spread. Jingtai only knew of his Reach Profound Cultivation, and the time given was very pressing.