Investiture of the Gods: Childhood Sweetheart Daji, Starting with Quasi-Saint Cultivation

Yunxiao smiled.

After this duet, her appreciation for Su Yunbai deepened.

Music reveals one's character.

Su Yunbai's zither music contains unwavering dedication to protection, a tolerant heart, and a pursuit of the Dao.

Such a person is worthy of Bixiao's trust and also worthy of her... help.

afternoon.

Su Yunbai invited Yunxiao to his study to discuss matters.

"Since you've decided to stay, I'll speak frankly." He took out a map of Chaoge's defenses. "Chaoge is currently beset by internal and external troubles. Internally, disloyal nobles are secretly causing chaos, while externally, Xiqi, Chanjiao, and Xifangjiao are eyeing it covetously. I wonder what your wise suggestions are?"

Yunxiao looked at the defense map and pondered for a moment.

"Internal troubles are easy to resolve, but external threats are difficult to eliminate."

"Oh?"

"The internal troubles are nothing more than a struggle for interests," Yunxiao said. "Your Majesty's implementation of new policies has touched the interests of the nobility, so they will naturally retaliate. But these people are not a threat. We only need to use swift and decisive measures to suppress them, and the rest will restrain themselves."

"The external threats are different." She pointed towards Xiqi. "Xiqi has the support of the Chan Sect, the secret assistance of the Western Sect, and the 'Mandate of Heaven' on its side. To break this deadlock, we need to start from three aspects."

"I would like to hear the details."

"First, we must strengthen the foundation and cultivate the source of strength," Yunxiao said. "We must continue to implement new policies, improve people's livelihoods, and unite the people's hearts. When the people's hearts are aligned, fortune will naturally gather. When fortune is strong, the nation will prosper."

"Second, divide and conquer." She pointed to the Western Sect, "The Western Sect and the Chan Sect appear to be cooperating, but in reality, they each have their own ulterior motives. They can secretly spread rumors and sow discord, causing them to fight among themselves."

"Third..." Yunxiao looked at Su Yunbai, "You need to break through as soon as possible."

Su Yunbai gave a wry smile.

"How I wish I could! But the realm of the Primordial Golden Immortal is not easily attained!"

"It's difficult, but not impossible," Yunxiao said. "You possess the Law of Emotion, a power beyond the Heavenly Dao. If you can perfect it, perhaps... you can forge a new path."

She paused.

"Although I do not practice the laws of emotion, the principles of music are connected to emotions. Perhaps I can lend you a hand."

Su Yunbai's eyes lit up.

"Please speak, fairy."

"Music can evoke emotions," Yunxiao said. "Different melodies can evoke different emotions—joy or sorrow, anger or tranquility. If you can guide yourself with music, it may help you more quickly understand the various aspects of the laws of emotion."

Su Yunbai suddenly realized.

Yes.

The laws of emotion encompass everything; joy, anger, sorrow, happiness, love, hate, and desire are all emotions.

His deepest understanding of "love" and "protection" is currently, while his understanding of other emotions is relatively weak.

If the clouds could be guided by music to supplement other aspects, it might truly accelerate the perfection of the laws.

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Fairy."

"No need to be so polite," Yunxiao said. "I'm also very curious about what it will be like after the Law of Emotion is perfected."

From that day on, Yunxiao stayed at the Tiance Mansion.

Every morning, she would play the zither in the garden.

The music was sometimes cheerful, like a spring breeze, stirring feelings of joy.

At times, it is melancholic, like the pattering autumn rain, stirring up feelings of sorrow.

At times, it is passionate, like the clash of swords and the thunder of horses, inspiring high morale.

Sometimes tranquil, like a secluded pool under the moon, bringing a peaceful state of mind.

Su Yunbai, on the other hand, found enlightenment in the music.

In moments of joy, he recalled the thrill of his first meeting with Daji, the sweetness of his love affair with Bixiao, the trust he shared with Ao Ling, the warmth he felt with Xiao Wu, and the emotion he felt when he got to know Yang Chan.

In his grief, he thought of the loyal souls of the fallen soldiers, the suffering of the people in the chaotic world, and the heavy weight of the impending calamity.

In his moments of fervor, he recalled his determination to protect his family, his ambition to revitalize humanity, and his courage to confront the saint.

In moments of tranquility, he examines his true self and comprehends the path of enlightenment.

Guided by the music of Yunxiao, his understanding of the laws of emotion deepened day by day.

[Ding! Understanding of the Laws of Emotion increased from 52% to 53%!]

[Ding! Understanding of the Laws of Emotion increased from 53% to 54%!]

【Ding! ...]

Although it only improves by 1% each time, it is continuous.

Meanwhile, Yunxiao also gained a new understanding of the way of music through his exchanges with Su Yunbai.

She discovered that Su Yunbai's laws of emotion could actually nourish her music.

Although her piano playing was wonderful in the past, it was ultimately just "technique".

Now, the music of the zither is imbued with "emotion".

Skill approaches the Tao, and emotion is integrated into music.

Her piano skills are also quietly improving.

On this day, as Yunxiao was playing the zither, he suddenly felt something.

The change in the music triggered extraordinary phenomena in the heavens and earth!

The garden is filled with blooming flowers and flocks of birds.

Wherever the music of the zither passed, spiritual energy gathered and transformed into golden lotus blossoms.

"This is... the beginning of the Law of Sound?" Bixiao exclaimed in surprise.

Yunxiao stopped playing, but the lingering melody of the zither still resonated.

A realization flashed in her eyes.

"I see."

She looked at Su Yunbai.

"Thank you, General."

"Why do you say that, fairy?"

"It was your law of emotion that helped me break through the bottleneck," Yunxiao said. "The way of music ultimately comes down to the word 'moving.' In the past, I only focused on technique and neglected emotion. Today, I borrowed your emotion to make up for my deficiency and was able to enter the door."

Su Yunbai smiled and said, "Likewise. The fairy's music has also helped me gain a lot of insights."

The two looked at each other and smiled.

A tacit understanding was quietly established.

late at night.

Su Yunbai took stock of his gains.

Insights into the laws of emotion: 56%.

The five Daoist partners' favorability ratings are: Daji 100, Bixiao 100, Ao Ling 100, Xiao Wu 98, and Yang Chan 98.

We're getting closer and closer to reaching the maximum value.

Yunxiao's arrival not only brought assistance in the Way of Music, but also represented a further shift in the Jie Sect's orientation.

"Soon..."

Time flies, and half a month has passed in the blink of an eye.

Under the implementation of the new policies, Chaoge has taken on a new look. Although there are undercurrents among the nobles, no one dares to openly rebel under the iron fist of King Zhou and the deterrence of Su Yunbai.

In Xiqi, after the dethronement of Chijingzi and the passing of Bodhisattva Mahasthamaprapta, the situation temporarily came to a standstill.

However, scouts reported that Xiqi was intensifying its military training, and Jiang Ziya was frequently traveling between Kunlun Mountain and the west, clearly preparing for an even greater offensive.

On this day, in the study of the Tian Ce Mansion.

Su Yunbai was discussing with Yunxiao the way to integrate the laws of music and emotion.

"Fairy, recently I used love threads to manipulate sound waves and discovered that love threads can carry musical notes, and musical notes can also amplify love threads." Su Yunbai wrapped a strand of silver love thread around his fingertip, flicked it gently, and the love thread vibrated, emitting a clear and melodious sound. "If this method is used on the battlefield, it may be possible to create a 'Love Sound Killing Array'."

Yunxiao observed intently and praised, "General, your comprehension is extraordinary. Music is formless, and so is emotion; when the two are combined, their wonders are truly boundless."

She hesitated for a moment, then took out a jade slip.

"This is a part of the sonic array I compiled from the Jie Sect. Although it is not as powerful as the 'Nine Turns Yellow River Array,' it has unique features in terms of sonic attacks and soul interference. General, you may take a look."

Su Yunbai took the jade slip, scanned it with his divine sense, and a look of surprise flashed in his eyes.

The jade slip records three types of sound arrays:

"Seven Emotions Bewitching Sound Array" - using music to evoke the seven emotions of joy, anger, sorrow, love, hate, and desire, thereby confusing the enemy's mind.

"Six Laws Annihilation Formation" - compresses sound waves to the extreme, transforming them into invisible blades that cut through everything.

"Five-Tone Soul-Suppressing Array" - specializes in attacking the soul, which can cause the enemy's soul to tremble, and those with slightly weaker cultivation may even have their souls scattered.