Chapter 690: Chapter 445 True Core! True Core!_2
And to break through to the Heavenly Core, one must attain a clear understanding of the will of heaven and earth.
This was something that Jiang He had mentioned to him before, and he had always kept it in mind.
However, he didn’t have a clear lead at the moment and could only wait until he reached that Realm…..
When Chen Yuan stepped out of the secret chamber, he looked up at the sun and took a deep breath. He ordered someone to prepare a bucket of hot water for him to cleanse himself. Even though dust didn’t cling to a Dan Realm Master,
he still preferred to wash himself—a habit he had formed long ago.
After a brief wash, Chen Yuan left the Duke Wuwei Mansion and changed into his official garments, heading in the direction of the Eastern Imperial City Bureau. He wasn’t in a hurry,
sometimes, he rather enjoyed the feeling of ordinary life.
In the conversations among the passersby, Chen Yuan also heard some talk related to him, not about his previous venture through the Sumeru Illusion Realm, but about the phenomenon of the Seven Stars in a Row.
Although the sky had been covered with clouds at the beginning a few days ago, some people had glimpsed the phenomenon of Seven Stars in a Row. However, not many were aware, and some lamented that when such an event occurred, it didn’t attract much attention.
As for the truth, few knew that it had been deliberately obscured by someone’s intervention.
Upon entering the Eastern Imperial City Bureau, Chen Yuan, as usual, began by conducting inspections in accordance with routine practice. After seeing that everything was in order, he prepared to head into the Great Hall to deal with some scattered government affairs. Discover more novels at N0velFire.ɴet
Even though he intentionally delegated authority to allow Tao Qingyuan to wield his power, certain matters still required his personal approval with the official seal.
Along the way, people greeted him respectfully.
After Chen Yuan had forcefully dealt with Yang Hucheng previously, he had tentatively established his authority within the Imperial City’s government. Later, as news spread throughout the Capital of his breaking through the Sumeru Illusion Realm and slaying the Japan Martial Artist Ito Ikeda, his prestige reached its zenith.
The Martial Artists looked at him with faces full of respect and awe.
As he walked forward, a man suddenly approached him. Upon seeing Chen Yuan, he immediately bowed and clenched his fist in greeting:
“This subordinate pays respects to the Lord.”
Chen Yuan stopped in his tracks and fixed his gaze on Wang Teng who stood before him.
Indeed, this man was the same Heavenly Patrol Envoy Wang Teng who had been guarding the gate when Chen Yuan first entered the Eastern Imperial City Bureau.
He had once been judged by Chen Yuan to be capable of reaching the Profound Realm.
He was also among the first set of subordinates to side with Chen Yuan, showing intentions of becoming one of his close confidants.
Wang Teng hastily replied:
“Deputy Commander Tao instructed this subordinate to make a trip to your mansion.”
“The Angel has arrived and is currently waiting in the Great Hall.”
Chen Yuan furrowed his brows:
“Did Deputy Commander Tao mention what it’s about?”
“That… this subordinate does not know,” Wang Teng said, shaking his head.
“Alright, I understand. You may go.”
“Yes, this subordinate will take his leave.”
Chen Yuan felt puzzled, could it be that Jingtai needed him for something?
Otherwise, there would be no need to send a personal eunuch all the way to him.
With this curiosity in mind, Chen Yuan quickened his pace, soon arriving in the Great Hall. A young eunuch dressed in a green official robe was currently saying something.
Upon Chen Yuan’s entrance into the hall, the eunuch quickly approached and said:
“Commander Chen, His Majesty has a decree that you should go to the Imperial Palace as soon as possible.”
“Does Your Eminence know the reason His Majesty is summoning me?”
“This servant doesn’t know, but it’s best not to delay the Emperor’s command. His Majesty is currently waiting in the Imperial Study Room. Don’t make the Emperor anxious.”
“Understood, thank you.”
As long as the other party wasn’t overbearing, Chen Yuan wouldn’t greet them with a sour face.
After speaking, the green-robed eunuch quickly left the Eastern Imperial City Bureau.
Chen Yuan narrowed his eyes and turned to Tao Qingyuan, asking:
“Do you know what this is about?”
Tao Qingyuan glanced outside unconsciously before approaching Chen Yuan and speaking in a low voice:
“It seems that something has happened in the palace.”
“It appears that one of the Emperor’s consorts drowned and died.”
“Drowned to death?” Chen Yuan frowned and continued:
Tao Qingyuan shook his head:
“I heard it from someone else as well. It was said to have happened yesterday, but I’m not sure if it’s true.”
Chen Yuan nodded thoughtfully.
Yet, he felt that the matter Tao Qingyuan was talking about probably was not the reason Jingtai had called him to the palace, unless it was a murder. Otherwise, it wouldn’t involve the Eastern Imperial City Bureau.
Without much delay and after briefly instructing Tao Qingyuan, Chen Yuan headed towards the Imperial Palace. No matter the issue, as long as the Emperor summoned him, he could not deliberately delay.
Otherwise, he would be committing a grave act of disrespect.
Based on what the young eunuch said earlier, it seemed that Jingtai was specifically waiting for him….
The Imperial Study Room was located inside the Imperial Palace and served as Jingtai’s study, flanked with the character ‘Imperial’. Different Emperors often adorned it with various special names.
In just a short time, Chen Yuan had crossed the vast Imperial City. Although he was questioned by some, as soon as he stated it was by the Emperor’s command, no one dared to question further.
Standing in front of the Imperial Study Room and after being announced by the eunuch at the door, Chen Yuan was permitted to enter.
The interior was indeed very well decorated, exuding an air of luxury and sophistication, and the crafted furniture all contained an essence of spiritual energy.
Clearly, it was not made from ordinary wood.
Jingtai, dressed in a dark black dragon robe, maintained an expressionless face as he drew something on the desk. Chen Yuan didn’t dare disturb him, standing respectfully to one side until he put down his brush. Only then did Chen Yuan bow and say: