Luck entry, starting from the Nine Dragons' succession

Chapter 196 The Primordial Emperor Makes His Move, the Earth Mother Palace Rebels

The Hall of Mental Cultivation was filled with the fragrance of incense, exuding a solemn and dignified atmosphere.

The Right Chancellor followed Eunuch Su closely as they entered the Hall of Mental Cultivation.

"This old minister pays his respects to Your Majesty."

"Right Chancellor, rise."

"Someone, bring a seat for the Right Chancellor."

Emperor Yuanchu spoke in a gentle tone, and the Right Chancellor keenly sensed that His Majesty seemed to be in a good mood today.

Could it be related to the imperial examination system?
The Right Chancellor secretly guessed that it was probably because the second imperial examination results were quite good that Emperor Yuanchu, who had been in a bad mood these past few days, was so pleased.

"Right Prime Minister, how are your preparations for the third imperial examination?"

"Everything is ready. The restriction on the first five hundred steps of the Path of Inquiry has been lifted. We are just waiting for the third test to begin in three days," the Right Prime Minister said respectfully, bowing slightly.

Upon hearing this, Emperor Yuanchu nodded slightly and said in a deep voice:
"I feel that the first five hundred steps are not enough. Why not simply open up the Path of Inquiry and let these juniors do their thing?"

Emperor Yuanchu's sudden change of heart surprised the Right Chancellor.

The decision to open the first 500 steps of the Path of Inquiry was not made by the Right Chancellor on a whim, but rather the result of compromises and negotiations among various parties.

The first five hundred steps of the Path of Inquiry are neither particularly difficult nor easy. For the candidates with invincible bodies from the Ten Great Dao Courts, they are not difficult.

Because the Ten Great Dao Courts put pressure on him from all sides, limiting the Path of Inquiry to only the first 500 levels.

As for the reasons behind this, the Right Chancellor was well aware of them.

If everyone can reach the top, then everyone wins.

The Ten Great Courts established this system to ensure that their candidates would not waver in their invincible spirit before the final examination.

The Right Chancellor looked troubled: "Your Majesty, this matter will likely face considerable resistance."

"The Right Chancellor can go and discuss this with the Earth Mother Palace and hear their opinion."

Earth Mother Palace?
The Right Chancellor was slightly taken aback, but his face remained expressionless as he pondered the unspoken meaning behind Emperor Yuanchu's words.

"Old minister, obey your order!"

After leaving the Hall of Mental Cultivation, the Right Chancellor hurriedly instructed the clerks of the Wenyuan Pavilion to inquire about the progress of the second imperial examination.

After a cup of tea.

"Prime Minister, over at the second trial, someone's Dao Heart has been shattered..."

Soon, the Right Chancellor understood the situation regarding the second imperial examination and couldn't help but gasp in shock.

What a big movement!
They dared to cheat openly in front of the chief examiner, the Ministry of Rites, and the princes.

That kid named Jiang Pojun has an unusually small amount of courage.

A look of approval appeared in the eyes of the Right Chancellor.

Not only did he not blame Jiang Pojun, but if the occasion had been different, he would have praised him.

Furthermore, Lin Ying's fate was even more gratifying to the Right Chancellor.

Lu Wushuang's mysterious demise was not kept secret from Emperor Yuanchu. The Right Chancellor knew about this situation and that the royal family was in dire straits.

Unexpectedly, Jiang Pojun's seemingly reckless actions actually broke the original deadlock.

Lin Ying's Dao heart shattered.

The Earth Mother Palace is out of the running.

As the saying goes, it is not scarcity that is to be feared, but inequality. Originally, on the path of self-examination, the ten major Taoist temples were of one mind and connected branches.

Now that the Earth Mother Palace is out of the picture, how will they react?
Not only will they not be on good terms with the other nine Daoist courts, but they also want to take advantage of the situation.

If they can't have it themselves, they naturally don't want other Daoist courts to have it either.

This is why Emperor Yuanchu asked him to go to the Earth Mother Palace to discuss the matter.

"By fully opening the path of self-examination, tourmaline is increasing the difficulty of the three trials."

"Unless someone can replace Lu Wushuang, it will ultimately benefit the Ten Great Dao Courts."

The Right Chancellor muttered to himself, and then two beams of light suddenly flashed in his eyes.

A sharp gaze fell upon the name Jiang Pojun.

Jiang Pojun was both the biggest surprise and the biggest gain in this imperial examination.

Unlike Li Qingya, Lu Wushuang, Lin Ying, and others.

Jiang Pojun is a true prodigy, a talent discovered during this imperial examination.

His Majesty is placing his hopes on Jiang Pojun.

After the Right Chancellor had figured out all the details, he took a sip of spiritual tea, then got up and left the Wenyuan Pavilion, heading to the Earth Mother Palace's residence.

……

After the second imperial examination, he disguised himself and found Jiang Pojun, cupping his hands in greeting and saying:
"Thank you, Uncle Jiang, for guiding me in military strategy these past few days."

"Po Jun, I knew I hadn't misjudged you!"

Jiang Chaosheng patted the avatar's shoulder, his eyes filled with even more praise, as if a gentle stream was about to flow out.

His praise for Jiang Pojun had reached an extreme.

Not only was the opponent's understanding of military strategy astonishing, but his martial arts physique was also as powerful as a dragon.

More importantly, it's about the other party's attitude towards children from poor families.

There are many talented people among those from poor families.

However, not every child from a poor family who grows up is willing to hold an umbrella for another child from a poor family in the rain.

More often than not, they became lackeys of powerful and wealthy families.

They consider themselves part of a prestigious and wealthy family, distancing themselves from those from humble backgrounds.

In fact, the suppression of children from poor families is even more brutal than that of aristocratic and wealthy families.

Jiang Chaosheng witnessed the entire process of the avatar breaking the formation in the main hall today.

This action highlights Jiang Pojun's understanding of the bigger picture and his genuine concern for the entire impoverished family.

If there were more Jiang Pojuns, how could they not shake the status of powerful and influential families?

Jiang Chaosheng thought to himself.

After celebrating in Jiang Chaosheng's courtyard, Jiang Pojun returned to his own courtyard.

The courtyard where he now lives is no longer the small, dilapidated courtyard that Fang Heng bought, but a seven-courtyard mansion given to him by others.

As soon as he entered, twelve dancers lined up in two rows to greet Jiang Pojun with a bow.

"Welcome, sir! May you achieve a great victory and win the championship again."

The beauties were graceful and elegant, with bright, watery eyes that held an unyielding tenderness.

This gentle haven would probably have captivated most ordinary people long ago.

Seeing this, the avatar remained unmoved, waved his hand, and said calmly, "There's no need for such a grand display in the future. I don't like these formalities."

Having said that, he transformed himself and went to the meditation room to begin his cultivation.

The twelve beautiful dancers, upon seeing this scene, all revealed expressions of disappointment and resentment in their eyes.

It seems to be complaining, as if it has become someone who doesn't understand romance.

However, the cultivation of the avatar ultimately did not continue.

Having just bathed and changed clothes and arrived at the quiet room, he received a report that Li Dingguo had come to visit.

Li Dingguo, a descendant of Li Jingting, is also the current head of the Li family and the father of Li Qingya.

The name he chose was very imposing, meaning "stabilizing the country," but unfortunately he had no ability to stabilize the country at all. He was once a laughing stock among the descendants of Yuntai Pavilion until Li Qingya suddenly rose to prominence and stood up straight.

Upon hearing this, the avatar showed a look of surprise and doubt, his brows furrowing deeply into a deep frown.

"Li Dingguo is visiting at this time?"

Does a weasel pay New Year's greetings to a chicken?

Although wary, he still had his servants invite Li Dingguo to his study.

study.

"What brings Patriarch Li to visit so late at night?" the avatar asked slowly after taking a sip of spiritual tea.

Li Dingguo, who was sitting across from the desk, put down the white porcelain teacup with blue and white flowers in his hand and smiled warmly.

"I have come here to congratulate you, young friend Jiang, on your further success in the imperial examinations."

"This is just a small token of my appreciation; please accept it, young friend Jiang."

As he spoke, Li Dingguo gave the Li family steward a wink.

The Li family steward then took out the congratulatory gifts that had been prepared in advance and placed them on the desk.

Open the sandalwood box to reveal a long sword inside.

The sword gleamed with a chilling light, its thirty-two mysterious heavenly restrictions shining brightly.

Li Dingguo actually gave him a forbidden treasure.

This is an incredibly generous gift!
The avatar's face showed surprise and suspicion, his eyes filled with uncertainty as he looked at Li Dingguo. "What does Patriarch Li mean by this?"

"No reward for no merit!"

As she spoke, she transformed into a sandalwood box, intending to refuse Li Dingguo's congratulatory gift.

Li Dingguo leaned forward immediately, bracing the sandalwood box with his hand, and said in a deep voice, "Young friend Jiang, please don't be in such a hurry to refuse."

"I've come to visit today not only to bring gifts, but also to ask for your help, young friend Jiang."

"What's the matter?"

As he transformed, he asked in a deep voice, his suspicion growing stronger.

At the same time, vigilance towards Li Dingguo reached its peak.

"To be honest, young friend," Li Dingguo sighed, and began to explain, "the Li family has discovered the ruins of an ancient military strategist."

"The ruins contain the legacy of ancient military strategists, but to obtain it, one must decipher their military formations."

"The military strategy you displayed today, young friend, is truly awe-inspiring."

"Therefore, I have come to visit you today, specifically to ask you, young friend, to lend me a helping hand."

Upon hearing this, the avatar was filled with doubt. What exactly was Li Dingguo up to?

Suppressing his surprise, he slowly asked.

"when?"

"Three days later!"

Three days later!

Upon hearing this timing, the avatar immediately understood Li Dingguo's intention.

Three days later, it will be the time for the third imperial examination.

The purpose of sending him to explore ancient military ruins at this time is self-evident.

They simply wanted to get rid of him, their competitor, and pave the way for Li Qingya.

"May I ask, Patriarch Li, is Li Qingya afraid?" the avatar sneered.

Immediately, Li Dingguo and the Li family steward's expressions changed drastically, and their gazes toward the incarnation seemed to be capable of devouring people.

"Jiang Pojun, this is my good intention, but you must not do it in vain."

"The ruins of ancient military strategists are something that countless martial artists would like to see, but I have not agreed to any of them."

"I'm granting you entry into the ruins to break the formation; this is an act of mercy from me. Please reconsider, young friend."

Li Dingguo's voice turned somber, carrying a hint of threat.

The avatar, however, paid no heed to the threat in his tone and raised his teacup toward Li Dingguo.

see a visitor out!

Immediately, Li Dingguo's face turned extremely gloomy, like the sky before a storm, so dark it seemed you could wring water out of it.

You ungrateful animal!
That Jiang Pojun really doesn't know what's good for him.

Today's events were decided by Li Dingguo on his own initiative, without consulting Li Qingya.

This time, the Li family was aiming for the top scholar in the imperial examination.

He had received a promise from Elder Lin of the Qiankun Sect that as long as Li Qingya could become the top scholar, the sect leader of the Qiankun Sect, Taixu Zhenjun, would marry his granddaughter to Li Qingya.

What an incredible opportunity it is to be married to the True Lord Taixu!
For the Li family, this was nothing short of a meteoric rise to power, a meteoric increase in fortune.

With the Qiankun Sect as their powerful backing, the Li family was no longer just a family of military generals.

Even the emperor cannot manipulate them at will.

Therefore, Li Dingguo was determined to succeed in this imperial examination.

He will show no mercy to anyone who tries to stop him.

"Young friend Jiang, my invitation is not one that just anyone can refuse," Li Dingguo said sinisterly, a sinister smile spreading across his face.

"Take him away!"

Upon hearing this, the steward of the Li family immediately stepped forward, his right hand reaching out like an eagle's claw.

Its speed was as fast as lightning, and in an instant, it seized the avatar's wrist.

A terrifying power erupted from the steward of the Li family.

It was as if even a small hill could be pulled out by his pull.

However, the incarnated body remained as still as an iron tower.

His skin had a bronze sheen, as if his entire body was made of pure copper.

"Copper skin and iron bones?"

The steward of the Li family was slightly surprised, not expecting that Jiang Pojun, a peasant, would have such a high level of physical prowess.

"Humph--"

The steward of the Li family snorted coldly, his blood and qi surging wildly within him, like the Yangtze River flowing endlessly.

A rich, viscous energy gathered on his five fingers.

A cyan light emanated from between his five fingers, with faint runes surging within, clearly indicating an extremely profound martial arts technique.

Just, the next second.

Suddenly, a burst of starlight erupted from the avatar, directly blasting Qingmang, the steward of the Li family, away.

Immediately afterwards, he stomped his foot, like a bull demon stomping the ground, and the entire ground shook.

He swung his right fist out suddenly, and the blood and energy in his body poured out like a flood bursting its banks.

Meanwhile, the stars shone brightly in the sky.

The two stars, Seven Killings and Broken Army, shine brightly together.

Two beams of starlight descended and landed on the avatar.

With the blessing of the power of the Seven Killings Breaking Army Star, this punch unleashed a heart-palpitating aura.

A terrifying aura, accompanied by the force of the punch, swept out and swept across the surroundings.

A punch landed heavily on the chest of the Li family steward.

Humph--

A muffled groan, accompanied by the sound of ribs cracking, echoed through the study.

This crisp sound was like a resounding slap across Li Dingguo's face.

The steward of the Li family was sent flying backwards.

With a loud thud, it crashed heavily to the ground.

He spat out a mouthful of blood, his face deathly pale; he had been severely injured by just one punch.

"The power of the stars!"

Li Dingguo's expression changed drastically, and his face became solemn.

He hadn't expected Jiang Pojun to have such strength.

Despite only being at the fifth realm, he managed to severely injure the sixth-realm steward with a single punch thanks to the power of the stars.

If the opponent is still hiding their cultivation level, then...

He will surely be a formidable enemy to my son.

We must never let him participate in the third round of the imperial examination.

This idea took root in Li Dingguo's mind and spread wildly.

"I beg Elder Leng for your help!"

Li Dingguo bowed to the night outside and said.

Immediately afterwards, a heavy, mountain-like aura suddenly descended upon the study.

This aura was like Mount Tai pressing down, threatening to crush the incarnation into a pulp.

The Tenth Realm?
Li Dingguo actually managed to get a cultivator at the tenth realm to come.

only……

It is embodied in one's heart and mind, without any fear.

Li Dingguo, that clown, has no idea how far-reaching the implications of this imperial examination are, or how grand the scheme behind it is.

Before the old man Leng mentioned by Li Dingguo could appear, a blade of light pierced the night and suddenly slashed at the old man Leng, who was walking in mid-air.

With a single strike, the imposing aura that Elder Leng had created was instantly shattered.

As a result, Elder Leng himself also suffered the backlash.

Old Leng grunted and looked in the direction from which the blade had come.

Jiang Chaosheng, holding a long sword, came flying through the air, looking murderous and his face was frosty.

(End of this chapter)