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Chapter 688 Continue to Grow Stronger
The great master was only in a daze, while on the teaching building, countless people wondered if they had traveled through time, into some kind of overpowered protagonist's story.

Some people even wondered if Li Qi was Emperor Xuan's illegitimate son.

Normally, those who rise from humble beginnings to become lords are first in the grand examination of mountains and rivers, and there has never been an exception over the years.

"???"

"!"

"Ah Qi's surname is really Li?!"

Behind the railing upstairs, Sun Guang stared in disbelief.

He wasn't surprised that Li Qi made Yan Xingyi kneel. There was someone named Cang Yueming who had already knelt before him once. This was just a repetition of the past. But the matter of being made a prince was a bit outrageous.

While the phenomenon of achieving the highest honors in all three levels of the imperial examinations is rare, it is not unique. The reason given—that it originated from humble beginnings and created a miracle across borders—is somewhat far-fetched.

But since the imperial edict has been issued and read aloud by the Grand Master, it is something that cannot be changed.

Cheng Weiwei and Sun Yan had similar expressions and thoughts to Sun Guang.

At the same time, the title of Dongjun is also unique. After all, in the ancient Chu mythology, Dongjun is the supreme god, which cannot be described by the simple word "jun".

This thing, just like the title of Marquis of Champion, is not simply a fourth-rank noble title that can be measured.

For a time, countless people were caught up in a frenzy of brainstorming.

……

As time passed, the news initially circulated only in the south, but soon, with the release of the imperial court's list of conferments, the matter spread like wildfire throughout the land in a short period of time.

In fact, this time, several people were granted titles of nobility, and some were even higher in rank, but the others were people who had accumulated enough merit and experience, and their appointments were a natural progression.

Only Li Qi's Dongjun (Eastern Lord) reveals the bias to anyone with discerning eyes.

In addition, not long after Li Qi achieved the highest rank in the imperial examination, his story of suppressing the Seven Immortals with his sword is still widely talked about. Under these circumstances, the news naturally spreads faster and wider.

Immediately, the internet was abuzz with discussion, with many people having their own opinions on the matter, leading to heated debates.

Some even connected Li Qi's past experiences to the story, finding it all the more fascinating. For the first sixteen years, he was unremarkable, but then he rose to prominence, first breaking through Bingjishe, then the entire city, then crossing the river in white, becoming invincible with a single strike, and becoming a Great Witch. After that, he became a Fish Dragon, a Flood Dragon, and a Hidden Dragon, suppressing the Heavenly Star and the Seven Immortals. Now, he is favored by the Xuan Emperor and has been granted the title of Lord of the East.

The whole story is no longer legendary; even when adapted into a novel, it seems somewhat exaggerated at first glance.

In an instant, countless people had a deeper impression of Li Qi.

Compared to the Three Saints and Seven Immortals, Li Qiqi rose from humble beginnings, making him more relatable and easier for people to relate to.

Some online even joked that Li Qi only needs to defeat the Three Saints in the Great Trial of Mountains and Rivers next year to achieve a Grand Slam of Glory.

Of course, there are limits to jokes, but no one suggested that he should also win the World Championship the year after next, get first place again, and complete the ultimate Grand Slam.

"Dongjun..."

"To be granted a noble title at the age of sixteen from humble beginnings is simply outrageous."

"Li Qizhen isn't Emperor Xuan's illegitimate son?!"

"That Li Changqing, it is said, comes from..."

In Cangbei, Wang Taixu looked at the message and muttered to himself.

As for the fact that another of the Seven Immortals was knocked to his knees by Li Qi with a single blow, he selectively ignored it.

Even though this matter is not insignificant, it is far less significant than Emperor Xuan breaking the rules.

After all, what kind of person was Emperor Xuan? He was a representative of great achievements, who shattered countless generations and ushered in an era of peace.

Such a person naturally attracts attention with every word and action.

“Uncle-Master, this is the Lord of the East! How can you give him such a title?”

"I've seen online that Li Qi is an illegitimate child. Uncle-Master, you're so close to Old Master Li, could you secretly tell me the truth?" Shi Huang'er whispered to Xin Tianzheng at this moment.

"The Xuan Emperor is hoping that Li Qi can become a saint..."

"Ugh!"

"The workings of fate in this world are truly wondrous. Some things cannot be seen clearly until the time is right."

"Once a move is made, there's no going back."

Xin Tianzheng murmured, his gaze unfocused, as if he had returned to the past.

However, he did not blame his senior brother. Although part of the reason was his senior brother's persuasion, the final decision was made by himself.

Just thinking about it, there's still a bit of regret.

……

"Dongjun..."

Under an old tree, Mu Qingqing looked at her phone and learned the news. She couldn't help but think of the moonlight and flames on that night almost a year ago, and then she thought of their first encounter more than ten years ago.

But many things in life are beyond our control.

So-called destiny is determined by a person's character and the choices they make. To go against one's nature and character is to defy fate.

But how many people can actually do that?!
Moreover, defying fate may not necessarily lead to a better outcome.

Just like some people who want to marry a boy or girl, but their parents disagree. Some people are weak-willed and would normally listen to their parents, but that one time they are stubborn and refuse to change their minds. Then the two of them get together. This is defying fate.

It's possible that for more than ten or even several decades, the two will treat each other with respect and affection, making it a good marriage. This is a good result of defying fate.

But some, equally unrepentant, end up in a mess years later, and can't help but think how much better it would have been if they had listened to their parents.

But when they actually listen to this advice, and their marriage is unhappy afterwards, they will regret it and wonder why they didn't insist in the first place.

If one could truly see through everything and control all of destiny, then one would be greater than even gods and Buddhas.

……

"They've actually made him a king..."

"This……"

Li Tianxing also saw the news at this time and was stunned for a long time.

Although he had long since given up the idea of ​​comparing himself to Li Qi, and knew that the more dazzling Li Qi was, the better it would be for his family, the fact that he was made a prince at the age of sixteen still left him momentarily blank.

He wouldn't even dare to do something like that in his wildest dreams.

"Thinking back to when I was at home..."

"How strange fate is!"

He couldn't help but sigh once again.

He has had this feeling far too many times this year, one after another, and each time it is more intense than the last.

……

In the morning, when Li Qi woke up naturally, the log was also updated at that time.

Log: Your title of Dongjun has shocked the world. Your impression on many people has become even more profound. Your title, Demon Tiger, has gained a special enhancement affix. Your Demon Tiger has evolved into Demon Tiger Dongjun.

Log: Dongjun Affix Special Effect: Your six-dimensional attribute bonus +10%
Log: You have been granted the title of Lord of the East. In the Nine Provinces, many people have a deeper impression of you, and your reputation has increased to some extent. People's hearts are fortune, and the gathering of people's hearts is destiny. Your destiny number has increased by 124563, and for a period of time in the future, your daily destiny number will increase, gaining an additional 4845...

(End of this chapter)