Ink panel: Hunting the sun and surveying the sky from the bow.

Two days later, the official document of enthronement came down from the court, formally confirming Shen Qing's title of Wu'an Marquis. Within just one or two days, the news of Shen Qing being conferred the title of marquis had spread throughout the capital.

At the same time, the fact that he had broken through to the Soul Realm was also known to these people, causing quite a stir among the dignitaries in the capital.

The entrance to the mansion.

The craftsmen carefully hung a plaque covered with red silk on the lintel. The four large golden characters "Wu'an Marquis Mansion" looked particularly solemn in the sun, attracting the attention and comments of many passers-by.

"Is this the newly-appointed Wu'an Marquis's residence? The house seems so small."

"I heard that Shen Qing is young and promising. He has already reached the level of Yuan Shen Realm at such a young age. No wonder he has received such an honor and was conferred a title of nobility by His Majesty."

"What a monster! The Shen family has really brought honor to their ancestors this time."

"..."

Tian Xiaohu and a few others stood at the door, looking at the brand new plaque above their heads, their hearts filled with excitement.

They never thought that there would be a day when they would be associated with the Marquis of the Great Zhou, and their identities and status would change drastically from then on.

After a while, Wei Chengye, Zeng Weifeng, Zhao Lengyan, Yang Henshan, Yu Haibei and other colleagues from the Bingmasi arrived one after another.

They were not surprised to learn that Shen Qing was conferred the title of marquis.

After all, in the Great Zhou Dynasty, there has not been any warrior at the Yuanshen realm who is still outside the temple system.

A martial artist at the Yuanshen realm has tremendous power and the ability to hold off thousands of troops. He has the capital to create an aristocratic family, but if he cannot be used by the court, he will be an unstable factor.

Therefore, it was only a matter of time before Shen Qingnian reached this point and was granted the title of nobility.

Wei Chengye and others are colleagues of Shen Qing in the yamen. Seeing Shen Qing like this, they must come to congratulate him and deepen their relationship.

At Shen Qing's age, his future is limitless.

There is no harm in moving around more at this time.

In fact, it’s not just them.

Even many of the officials in the southern part of the Bingmasi shamelessly followed along, and there were quite a few of them.

Tian Xiaohu and others who were standing at the door saw the people from the Military Department and politely led them into the mansion one by one.

Shen Qing did not send a visiting card this time, but when the various families learned of his changes, they all wanted to make friends with him and sent their family members to congratulate him.

Not long after, several young men dressed in gorgeous clothes and with extraordinary temperament walked to the door of the mansion.

They all come from prominent families, and their every move shows aristocratic demeanor.

Li Yi, who had previously had a conflict with Shen Qing, was also on the list.

Tian Xiaohu and others who were guarding on both sides of the gate were secretly surprised when they saw such a lineup.

They immediately adjusted their demeanor, smiled, and bowed.

During this period, Shen Qing hired a master of etiquette to teach them carefully for several days so that they would not lose their composure when facing such a situation.

All the content taught is now effective.

They did their best to welcome every distinguished guest, guide them into the mansion, and then make careful arrangements and take care of them one by one to ensure that the Shen family's etiquette was not violated.

Tian Xiaohu and others secretly investigated and found that except for the Xue family, the other seven families had all sent people with generous gifts. It can be seen that these families are not arrogant and look down on others.

On the contrary, many noble families would rather have more friends than offend a marquis in the Yuanshen realm.

As noon approached, more and more people came into the mansion, making it seem extremely lively.

Just as everyone was talking in low voices or admiring the scenery in the mansion, a series of orderly footsteps sounded quietly.

Everyone's eyes involuntarily followed the sound, and they saw rows of royal guards in gorgeous armor rushing to the gate of the mansion like a tide, standing in two rows with a magnificent momentum.

Immediately afterwards, an extremely imposing ceremonial guard slowly spread out among the guards and finally stopped in front of Shen Qing's mansion.

At this moment, everyone's eyes were focused on the luxurious chariot.

"Is it...Princess Yuzhen?" Someone in the crowd was the first to recognize the carriage, called out first, and broke the silence first.

Everyone's heart was filled with shock and disbelief.

Princess Yuzhen is well-known in Kyoto.

Some people even spent all their wealth to buy all kinds of rare treasures just to catch a glimpse of her appearance.

I didn't expect that such a person would come to Shen Qing's mansion. It's really unbelievable.

Just as everyone was immersed in shock, the curtain of the chariot was gently lifted, and Princess Yuzhen walked out with light steps.

Served by the palace maids, she walked step by step towards the depths of the mansion, smiling and getting drunk.

Behind her, Huangfu Rou, with a sword hanging from her waist and wearing a beige suit embroidered with gold thread, followed closely.

Shen Qing, who was still meditating in the inner house, was very surprised to learn that Princess Yuzhen was here in person.

He and Princess Yuzhen only met at the "Chrysanthemum Appreciation Conference", and their friendship was not deep.

For a moment, Shen Qing couldn't figure out Princess Yuzhen's thoughts.

"I see."

Shen Qing said this softly, ended his practice, straightened his clothes, and walked quickly towards the door of the mansion.

"Your Highness, I welcome you here!" Shen Qing stood at the door and bowed when he saw Princess Yuzhen.

"Lord Shen, there is no need to be so polite. I came here uninvited today. I hope Lord Shen will not be offended."

Princess Yuzhen's lips curled up into a faint smile, that smile made people feel like a spring breeze, and her heart was moved. Her voice was even more crisp and pleasant, which made people feel good about her.

Princess Yuzhen glanced at the plaque of "Marquis Wu'an Mansion" and looked around and said, "Marquis Shen's mansion seems a little small, which seems to be inconsistent with Marquis Shen's status and position."

Before she finished her words, the princess gently raised her hand, motioning the men beside her to come forward.

The maid behind her understood Princess Yuzhen's intention, and presented a thick stack of property deeds with both hands, saying respectfully, "Lord Shen, the princess has ordered us to buy all the houses around you and give them to you. From now on, this area will be your residence."

When Shen Qing heard this, he was shocked but also confused.

He didn't know what Princess Yuzhen's purpose was today, and she actually prepared such a generous gift.

Every inch of land in Kyoto is worth a lot of money.

Pingkang Street where he lived was mostly populated by wealthy and powerful families, who had intricate ties with many officials in the imperial court.

Getting them to give up the house is not something that can be done with just money and property; a lot of connections need to be used.

Princess Yuzhen must have used her connections to do this.

These houses given as gifts are of great significance.

Shen Qing's expression became serious and he said: "Your Highness has such a generous gift. How can Shen Qing deserve such a great favor?" Everyone looked at each other, their shock evident in their expressions.

Princess Yuzhen's generosity and her appreciation of Shen Qing seemed to have exceeded their imagination.

Princess Yuzhen couldn't help but laugh when she saw this. She said jokingly, "Could it be that Lord Shen thinks this gift from me is too abrupt and doesn't even want to let me in?"

When Shen Qing heard this, he quickly reacted and apologized: "Your Highness, your words are too harsh. How dare Shen Qing? Your Highness, Princess, please."

Having said that, Shen Qing personally led Princess Yuzhen and her entourage into the hall of the mansion.

When they walked into the hall, Princess Yuzhen's strong aura of superiority emanated from her, causing the people around her to subconsciously step back two steps and make way for two people to pass.

At this time, the best martial arts tea had already been prepared in the hall.

The aroma of tea is refreshing.

"Your Highness, please take a seat."

As Shen Qing spoke, he picked up the teapot and skillfully filled a cup of tea for the princess.

Princess Yuzhen picked up the teacup, took a sip, and said with a flash of appreciation in her eyes: "Good tea, Lord Shen is indeed a man who understands tea."

Princess Yuzhen gently put down the teacup in her hand, with a look of scrutiny and curiosity in her eyes, and said with emotion: "Marquis Shen, I heard that you are very powerful and talented. You have risen from a local hunter to the Marquis of Wu'an in just a few years. It is really admirable."

Shen Qing looked directly into Princess Yuzhen's eyes and said without any hesitation: "Your Highness, thank you for your praise. It's just that I'm lucky and your Majesty favors me."

Princess Yuzhen smiled and said, "I wonder if Lord Shen is married? Does he have a crush on someone?"

Shen Qing vaguely guessed the purpose of the princess's visit, and his heart trembled slightly.

Now that he has achieved success in martial arts, he has some ability to protect himself and has no objection to so-called matters between men and women.

Shen Qing thought about it, and answered truthfully and respectfully: "Your Highness, I have been devoted to cultivation until now, and I have not yet married or met the person I like. Fate has not yet arrived."

After hearing this, Princess Yuzhen's eyes flashed with satisfaction. She smiled slightly, with a hint of amusement in her tone: "Oh? So, Lord Shen's marriage is still waiting for Yue Lao to tie it himself?"

"Marriage has always been a matter of parents' orders and matchmakers' words since ancient times. I will naturally follow the arrangements of my family elders."

Princess Yuzhen nodded slightly, seeming quite satisfied with Shen Qing's answer.

She suddenly changed the subject and glanced at Huangfu Rou: "Speaking of which, I do have a beautiful lady here. Not only is she outstanding in cultivation, she is also gentle, virtuous, dignified and generous. Would Lord Shen be willing to hear her name?"

Shen Qing had a sharp mind and vaguely guessed who the beauty Princess Yuzhen was talking about.

However, he remained calm and asked respectfully, "Who is the person you are talking about, Princess?"

Princess Yuzhen smiled and said, "Of course it is the young lady of the Huangfu family. She has mentioned Lord Shen many times in front of me, and she is full of praise for Lord Shen's talent and character. I still remember that you two have been through life and death together in the same place. I wonder if you two are willing to do so?"

Huangfu Rou, who was standing by, was filled with surprise when she heard this.

Although she had a certain affection for Shen Qing, she had never thought of expressing it in this way again one day.

Hearing the princess say this, she felt surprised and a little at a loss, and at the same time looked at Shen Qing with a hint of nervousness.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Huangfu Rou tried her best to remain calm, but if you look closely, you can see that her hands were tightly gripping the hilt of the knife, and her knuckles were slightly white because she was squeezing too hard.

Shen Qing became even more confused when he saw this.

Huangfu Rou also seemed unaware of the situation.

Shen Qing's brain started working quickly at this moment.

So far, Princess Yuzhen has not had much dealings with him, but basically she has not made things difficult for him, and has even helped him a lot.

He knew that Princess Yuzhen had a very good reputation in the capital.

A person with such a good reputation must be careful about his reputation and would not do anything dirty.

Princess Yuzhen sees that he is young and promising, so she wants to win him over?
Shen Qing carefully weighed the pros and cons.

With the current conditions and the support of the panel, his cultivation speed is improving rapidly. I am afraid that in just two or three years, he may be able to reach the so-called unity state.

So what he lacks most now is probably time.

If he could get Princess Yuzhen's kindness, it would save him a lot of trouble and allow him to practice with peace of mind.

Once his cultivation level is raised, he will be able to handle any disturbances he gets into.

After thinking through the pros and cons, Shen Qing said, "Your Highness, Miss Huangfu is both talented and beautiful. I admire her very much, but marriage is not a matter for one person. It needs to be carefully considered and not acted rashly. We should ask Miss Huangfu for her opinion on this matter."

Shen Qing carefully considered his words, trying to express his thoughts.

Princess Yuzhen seemed to have anticipated Shen Qing's reaction. She asked Huangfu Rou, "Sir Huangfu, what do you think?"

Huangfu Rou maintained a cool expression on her face and said calmly, "It's all up to Your Highness to decide."

Princess Yuzhen laughed so hard that her body shook with laughter. She said, "I think you two are a perfect match made in heaven. Let's settle it. I will ask my brother the Emperor to grant me the marriage tomorrow!"

"This……"

Princess Yuzhen took a sip of the warm tea and put the cup back on the table with a crisp and subtle sound.

"So be it."

After saying that, she stood up, her luxurious long dress swaying gently, like a lotus blooming in a fairyland, untainted by dust, as she moved towards the door and started to leave.

"Lord Shen is busy with trivial matters, so please stay here."

When Shen Qing escorted Princess Yuzhen to the door, he saw a group of maids coming forward to help her back to the chariot.

The maids quickly lowered the curtains to hide the princess' figure inside.

The driver shouted softly, the wheels started rolling, and the chariot started slowly.

Shen Qing stood there, watching the chariot go farther and farther away, and only turned back when it disappeared into the street.

He seemed to remember something and looked around, but could not find Huangfu Rou.

"Sir, Lord Huangfu just left." Tian Xiaohu said in a low voice on the side.

Shen Qing released his spiritual sense and saw Huangfu Rou's figure on a street not far away. She looked cheerful and her usually stern face now had a hint of smile.

Shen Qing burst out laughing.

In the chariot.

Princess Yuzhen was looking back through the gap in the carriage curtain, then she lay lazily on the thick blanket with a relaxed look on her face.

The personal maid sitting beside Princess Yuzhen asked curiously, "Your Highness, why do you think so highly of this person?"

"A hunter who has lived in the mountains for more than ten years can reach such a realm after being exposed to martial arts. To be honest, I have read many books and cannot find another person like him. If we don't make friends with this person, can we make enemies with him?" Princess Yuzhen said calmly: "Just do good things and don't worry about the future. No one can predict what will happen in the future." (End of this chapter)