Water elemental became a god, ultimately becoming the master of heaven, earth, mountains, and rivers

Chapter 218 Grandmaster's Relics
After saying that, Zhang Xiangling forcibly suppressed the urge to pat Chen Shunan on the shoulder, pretending to be mature and composed.

Led by Gou Dianye and the Iron Supervisor, she went to the Martial Arts Hall's Stone Forest, a closely guarded forbidden area.

Chen Shunan recalled what Zhang Xiangling had just said.

What a great opportunity?
Chen Shunan shook his head.

Zhang Xiangling is merely a martial artist, a greenhorn who has probably not yet touched the secrets of the Holy Dynasty.

The Zhang family did not inform her of these matters.

It was indeed a matter of chance.

But Chen Shunan felt that there was probably some ulterior motive hidden behind this opportunity.

If Chen Shunan's guess is correct, the Zhang family in Tongzhou must also have members with immortality, perhaps even a considerable number.

Otherwise, it would never have been possible for them to occupy such an important position at Aoshan Taoist Temple.

The Zhang family is probably teeming with all sorts of sesame-like people and horses, human-shaped ginseng, and beings who have mastered the "Flying Immortal Force" to the point of almost becoming demons.

The Six Scenes Revolving True Skill Diagram, which is the supreme mystery of the "Flying Immortal Force" and has been comprehended by very few people over the past few hundred years, is not as simple as it looks on the surface.
All Chen Shunan needs to do is become as strong as possible.

Slaying six traitors, becoming a martial arts grandmaster, reaching the ninth rank of the divine path, and reclaiming the authority of the Water Element...

As long as you have enough strength, all schemes and tricks will give way.

The opportunity is there, and no one can take it away.

Moreover, with Chen Shunan's current strength, why would ordinary opportunities catch his eye?

Why not venture into the vast oceans and across the seas, where opportunities abound?

The highest virtue is like water, which neither contends nor grabs; this is the way of Chen Shun'an.

……

"Alas, Miss Zhang has gone to the forbidden area of ​​the Military Academy. If she doesn't come out for several days and nights, won't we have to wait in vain?"

"Miss Zhang just glanced at me, right? If she glanced at me so many times, then she must be interested in me!"

"I finally managed to find a book that seems to be a handwritten commentary by Master Tieyu, although it's an incomplete copy. He even said he wanted to share it with Miss Xiangling... What should I do?"

"You dare claim that your tattered, scribble-like work was left by Master Tie Yu? This is Mi Xiangyang's unique painting, 'Misty Rain,' which contains the secrets of the immortals. Miss Xiangling will surely love it!"

Just as Chen Shunan was about to leave, his ears twitched and he noticed the words "Master Tieyu's Commentary".

Wait, the martial arts outline personally written by Grandmaster Tie Yu?

Opportunity!

For Chen, this was nothing short of an incredible opportunity!

Perhaps we can learn from others' experiences to help Chen eliminate the treacherous villains and even glimpse the realm of a grandmaster!
Chen Shunan's eyes immediately lit up.

We must fight for it!

When Wang Zhi, the Duke of Xiaolian, saw that the local young man was arrogant and dared to contradict him, he was about to make a few words of defense when suddenly Chen Shunan's figure appeared before his eyes.

This person's skill in lightness technique is so profound?

Just as Wang Zhicheng was wondering what was going on, he saw Chen Shunan with a smile on his face, cupping his hands in greeting and saying...

"Why should you worry? I am willing to act as an intermediary and convey your good wishes."

"You think you can enter the forbidden area of ​​the Military Academy? Do you think Miss Xiangling will listen to you?" someone asked, their face full of doubt.

Wang Zhicheng remained silent, squinting as he sized up Chen Shunan.

Chen Shunan said calmly,
"According to seniority, Zhang Xiangling is Chen's youngest aunt, and it's just a forbidden area of ​​the Military Academy. I have the waist token of the Director of the Road Office here, so where can't I go?"

Is that the badge worn by the road management officer?

Upon hearing this, many people's eyes lit up.

Wang Zhicheng suddenly sneered.

"You scoundrel, you're spouting nonsense! What if you take our treasure and run away?!"

Chen Shunan shook his head, his face solemn.

“You are all nobles and renowned talents of Wuqing, and the Filial and Incorruptible Scholar is a scholar who passed the imperial examination. I am but a commoner, a seller of mats and weavers. How could I dare to refuse your gifts?”

Wang Zhicheng thought for a moment, then nodded.

"I bet you wouldn't dare, take it!"

After saying that, Wang Zhicheng pushed the wooden box containing the annotations in Tie Yu Zongshi's own handwriting directly in front of Chen Shunan.

Is it that easy to get started?

Chen Shunan stood there, even stunned for a moment.

The main thing is that I'm not used to it, getting an opportunity so easily.

Upon seeing this, Wang Zhicheng couldn't help but sneer.
"You're being petty! Who do you think I am, Wang Zhicheng? Would I be so calculating as you are? I trust those I employ, and I don't employ those I don't trust... But if you don't give me an explanation, then don't blame me for being ruthless!"

"Good good..."

Chen Shunan held the wooden box, took a few steps back, then turned around happily and strode towards the forbidden area of ​​the Martial Arts Hall.

Upon reaching the forbidden area, Chen Shunan was stopped by elite guards from the Military Academy. After Chen Shunan took out his badge and said a few words, they allowed him to enter.

Seeing this, many people nodded silently.

"It is said that this person has the ability to understand the languages ​​of birds and beasts. After completing the task personally offered by the Lu Lingban and receiving the Purple Iron Calamus Milk, he hid in the Martial Arts Hall and dared not go out, for fear that it would be taken away by someone."

"Oh? So, he intends to use the Purple Iron Calamus Milk to first eliminate the traitor of intent and step into the True Intent Realm? That's incredibly audacious!"

"That's right... But Chen Shun'an already possesses a three-stage martial body refinement. If he were to truly reach the True Intent Realm..."

Some people looked wary. "Hehe, you're all overthinking it."

Wang Zhi stroked his beard lightly and chuckled softly.

"At fifty years old, how could killing a mere thief pose a threat to us? This year's New Year is so important that the threshold is even higher... He, Chen Shunan, is old!"

Upon hearing this, everyone nodded in agreement.

Clearly, everyone present knew that this year was a big year, and because of the Qianning delegation's visit to the emperor, the court attached great importance to it, and the allocation of resources was unprecedented.

Anyone with discerning eyes can tell which one to choose between a promising young talent and an old man who is already quite old and can only be considered a late bloomer.

So the crowd stopped talking and started discussing other things.

He completely forgot about Chen Shunan.

……

"Miss Zhang, there is a man named Chen Shunan outside who requests an audience."

In a library, Zhang Xiangling was touring the place under the guidance of Gou Dianye and the Iron Supervisor when a young martial arts apprentice quickly approached, nodded, and reported.

"Oh? He's figured it out?"

Zhang Xiangling's eyes lit up. She apologized to the two people beside her and hurriedly went to the tea room not far away.

Upon entering the tea room, Zhang Xiangling saw Chen Shunan standing in front of a landscape painting, silently waiting for her.

"Nephew Shun'an, I've come!"

Zhang Xiangling lifted the curtain and walked quickly, her movements as graceful as a gentle breeze. She moved swiftly, sometimes to the left, sometimes to the right, her movements as elusive and unpredictable as a ghost.

The martial arts boy leading the way only saw a blur before his eyes, and then he saw Zhang Xiangling had already crossed more than ten zhang and appeared behind Chen Shun. Her fist force broke through the air and struck Chen Shun'an's back, but there was not even the slightest whistling sound.

However, Chen Shunan seemed to have eyes in the back of his head and the ability to foresee the future. He did not move his feet but slightly turned his body to the side.

The momentum dissipated instantly, rendering Zhang Xiangling's move useless.

"what?"

Zhang Xiangling was somewhat surprised and uncertain, never expecting that Chen Shunan would react so perfectly and dodge her attack.

Just as she was about to pounce again, she heard Chen Shunan's voice.

"Wait a minute, here is Master Tie's commentary!"

Zhang Xiangling's expression changed, and she immediately withdrew her strength, suppressing her qi and blood.

A moment later, the two sat on either side of the table, with a worn-out, even moldy and mottled book placed in the middle.

"Where did this come from? Is it really left behind by Master Tie?" Zhang Xiangling poked her head out and asked curiously.

"What Wang Zhi presented must be genuine."

"Huh? It's that old bastard's? I don't want this stuff. He insists on arranging a banquet and inviting me to go boating and enjoy the snow."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Xiangling immediately shook her head vigorously and refused repeatedly.

Chen Shunan gave her a strange look and said,
"Just accept the gifts, don't refuse, don't offer anything, and definitely don't agree to anything, isn't that enough?"

In Chen Shunan's opinion, Zhang Xiangling's strategy of forming alliances and maneuvering was still somewhat immature.

The essence of not mingling in the officialdom or workplace of the Holy Dynasty.

"Ah? Can this still happen?"

Zhang Xiangling stared wide-eyed at Chen Shunan, her clear and innocent eyes wide with disbelief.

"Isn't that a lie?" Zhang Xiangling hesitated.

"Who said it was a lie?"

Chen Shunan frowned and said in a stern voice,
"You didn't agree! They went to great lengths to send it themselves! If we accept the gift, they should thank us!"

Zhang Xiangling couldn't help but open her mouth wide. Her gaze towards Chen Shunan was filled with shock, as if her life of more than ten years had been reshaped.

"Alright then, if you really can't get over this hurdle, then write an invitation by hand, set a time, and invite Wang Zhi to enjoy the snow at West Mountain."

“This…” Zhang Xiangling immediately became anxious.

"I haven't finished speaking yet."

Chen Shunan waved his hand, interrupting Zhang Xiangling, and continued speaking.

“Write more. Let me count. Hmm, I need to write sixteen letters in total. I need to invite all those people outside. Wait, not only that, it would be best to invite all the prominent figures in Wuqing County, such as the Iron Supervisor of the Liangjiang Military Academy, the Water Village, and the Canal Gang!”

Chen Shunan said quietly,
"The jade pendants are shattered, the flying swords dance in the sky; the heavens are desolate, the profound skills swallow the northern air. It just so happens that you, my dear sister, are obsessed with martial arts, so let's take this opportunity to invite the heroes of Wuqing to hold a sword competition on West Mountain!"

"It's just a dinner party, you can have a meal even when you're having a sword duel!"

Zhang Xiangling was slightly taken aback, then her face lit up with excitement. In particular, she seemed to recall the scene of a martial arts contest on a snowy mountain, just like in the novels and biographies. Her excitement was like an irresistible warm current that instantly flowed through her body.

"Okay, okay, I'll write it right away!"

……

It's done.

He received sixteen lavish gifts and then sent out sixteen invitations.

After receiving the invitation, everyone guarded it closely, glancing warily at others before secretly hiding it in their clothes. They would peek through a small gap, then reveal a smug look on their faces.

After doing all this, they would pretend to be nonchalant, strike up conversations with those around them to probe their intentions, and then hurriedly leave.

Finally, many people held Chen Shunan's hand, expressing their gratitude repeatedly with heartfelt words, clearly reluctant to part.

Manager Chen is such a good person!
(End of this chapter)