Imperial Scepter

When officials from Jiuyang Town came to the village to inspect the work, all the villagers performed their duties.

The vast training ground fell silent, with only Gao Chun, Young Master Chen, and Yao Yao present.

This made Gao Chun very happy.

No one is good, no one is brilliant, no one can make a plan.

Gao Chun had a faint smile on his lips; he had long since figured out Chen Gongzi's personality.

This guy comes from one of the five most powerful families in Jiuyang Town, but he has no airs whatsoever.

He's incredibly talkative, never stopping once he starts, but he's not a bad person. Just now, he even took the initiative to remove the grass from Yao Yao's hair. There's a rare sense of justice hidden in his youthful spirit.

This guy is also a Bronze Realm One-Star Xuan Master, and he has given birth to a two-colored Dao Seed.

When Gao Chun first learned of this information, he really wanted to fight with Young Master Chen.

He had just advanced to the first star of the Bronze Realm and had not yet fought against a Xuan master of the same realm. He was eager to test his strength.

The thought of sparring had just popped into his head when he forcibly suppressed it.

Young Master Chen is of noble status. If I were to injure him by not controlling my strength properly during the fight, I would not only offend the Director of the Finance and Taxation Department, but it would also make me look unkind if word got out.

The two had just become acquainted; there was no need to ruin their relationship over a friendly sparring match.

Even if a friendly exchange doesn't work, one shouldn't neglect cultivation.

Gao Chun looked at Young Master Chen, his tone carrying a touch of youthful pride: "Young Master Chen, my fighting skills have never been lost among my peers in Gao Family Village. Today, I'll show you what I've got!"

After saying that, without waiting for Young Master Chen's response, he strode forward, saying, "I guessed you would be interested. Please give me your guidance!"

He turned and gently patted Yao Yao's head, his voice softening: "Yao Yao, be good, follow Young Master Chen, your uncle will go practice his skills for a while."

"Go, Uncle!" Yao Yao's little face turned bright red, and she nodded vigorously, clenching her little fists.

Young Master Chen immediately patted his chest and assured him, "Brother Gao Chun, don't worry, I will definitely keep a close eye on Yao Yao..."

"Yaoyao likes me a lot, she'll definitely play with me, and I'll take good care of her and make her happy..."

"Go ahead and practice freely. I want to see how your fighting style differs from the Chen family's..."

"Let me tell you, I've also seen the Liu family's fighting techniques, the Wang family's fighting techniques..."

Gao Chun ignored Young Master Chen's rambling and strode into the center of the training ground.

Gao Chun moved swiftly and decisively, his figure moving like a gust of wind.

The straight punch is swift and fierce, the wind of the punch cutting through the air; the flat punch is heavy and powerful, carrying the force of a thousand pounds; the right fist spins out rapidly, at a tricky angle, the three punches are connected seamlessly, as fast as lightning.

Immediately follow up with an elbow strike!

A horizontal elbow sweep is unstoppable; a straight elbow thrust is unstoppable; a downward elbow strike is as powerful as splitting a mountain; a flying elbow soars through the air, swift and fierce.

His leg techniques are incredibly fierce!

Flying kicks strike vital points, thigh kicks sweep across the battlefield, upper leg kicks deliver swift and powerful strikes, and waist kicks twist and spin. As the body leaps and turns, the force of the legs and feet kicks up dust from the ground.

He demonstrated the essentials of various fighting techniques to the fullest extent, including straight punches, flat punches, elbow strikes, and leg kicks.

The movements were fluid and seamless, executed in one go without the slightest hesitation.

"Wow! Your fighting skills are amazing! The smoothest I've ever seen..."

Young Master Chen was dazzled by the sights and applauded continuously.

"Even my coach can't practice as beautifully as you. Your moves are fluid and seamless, so graceful, like a butterfly fluttering in the air..."

"That move is amazing! Paired with my Xuan Tie gauntlets, the power will at least double. It's a pity those things are too heavy; I've long since thrown them into the storeroom to gather dust..."

"That kick was amazing! Like a Pegasus backflip! Wow, a spinning kick followed by a roundhouse kick! Awesome, keep it up..."

Yao Yao skipped and jumped around, her clear voice echoing in the empty training ground: "Uncle is the best! Go Uncle!"

Gao Chun ignored the cheers of the two men and practiced his fighting techniques while "introspecting" his dantian.

Within his dantian, the transparent Xuan power concealed its sharpness, settling peacefully like the still waves of a calm sea.

Above the Xuanli Sea, the three-colored Dao Seeds radiated red, yellow, and purple light, illuminating the entire Xuanli Sea.

Gazing at this magnificent sight, Gao Chun secretly resolved that he would try to mobilize his profound energy and attach it to various parts of his body today.

He recalled the ancient texts: "To allow the profound energy to adhere to various parts of the body, one must first make it manifest its color. And to make the profound energy manifest its color, one must use one's mind to manipulate the color attributes of the Dao seed."

Gao Chun immediately activated the red attribute of his Dao Seed with a thought.

In an instant, the red light of the three-colored Dao Seed surged, covering the other two colors, and the entire transparent Xuanli Sea also turned light red.

He directly concentrated his pale red Xuan power into his right fist and slammed it straight at a stubborn rock the size of a washbasin beside him.

"boom!"

The boulder shattered with a loud crash, sending fragments flying and dust billowing up.

"Pale red Xuan energy, possessing offensive attributes." Gao Chun understood.

With another thought, he activated the yellow attribute of his Dao Seed.

Yellow light burst forth from his dantian, completely overshadowing the red and purple colors, and the Xuanli Sea transformed into a pale yellow again.

He condensed his pale yellow Xuan power into his fist and slammed it towards another boulder.

"boom!"

The boulder did not break; it rolled backward several feet without a single crack on its surface.

"Pale yellow Xuan energy, possessing defensive attributes." Gao Chun nodded and murmured.

Immediately afterwards, he activated the purple attribute of the Dao Seed, and the purple light overshadowed the other two colors, turning the Xuan Power Sea into a light purple.

He concentrated his pale purple spiritual energy into his feet, and his speed increased several times over in a flash.

"Pale purple mystic energy, possessing assassin attributes," Gao Chunxin confirmed.

After testing the three manifested Dao Seed attributes, Gao Chun turned his attention to the color of the sealed Dao Seed.

He activated the blue attribute of the Dao Seed with his mind, but the Dao Seed did not emit any strong light. Instead, the red, yellow, and purple radiance was quietly suppressed, and the transparent Xuanli Sea in his dantian did not change color at all.

However, Gao Chun could clearly sense that this transparent profound energy could be mobilized to any part of his body at will.

He immediately concentrated his profound energy into his fist and lightly touched a fist-sized rock beside him. The rock was firmly stuck to his fist by the profound energy.

Gao Chun suddenly understood. This seemingly colorless profound energy was actually a light blue profound energy with control attributes, but its color had been hidden by his father's Four Symbols Seal.

He then tried to draw upon the green attribute of the Dao Seed, but the transparent profound energy was still invisible; it was indeed a pale green profound energy with auxiliary attributes.

After a series of experiments, Gao Chun was already certain:

Pale red Xuan power is mainly for attack, pale yellow Xuan power is mainly for defense, pale purple Xuan power is mainly for assassins, pale blue Xuan power is mainly for control, and pale green Xuan power is mainly for support.

After figuring out the attributes and uses of various mystical energies, Gao Chun was immediately full of energy, his eyes shining with fervent light.

He focused his mind and activated the Dao Seed, allowing various colors of profound energy to flow freely: pale red profound energy gathered in his legs, transforming into a fierce attack; pale blue profound energy, its color concealed, condensed in his palms, controlling all things; and pale purple profound energy covered his feet, making his figure as swift as lightning.

With punches that cut through the wind, elbows that struck horizontally, knees that pounded fiercely, and legs that swept with heavy force, he slammed into trees, the ground, and rocks one after another, raising dust that blotted out the sky and creating a deafening roar that shook the surrounding area.

He honed his skills in applying profound energy repeatedly, tirelessly accumulating practical experience and refining his proficiency in controlling it.

Even though he was drenched in sweat and his clothes were soaked through, he practiced with increasing enthusiasm, and the light in his eyes grew even brighter.

Young Master Chen initially watched with great interest, his cheers never ceasing, and he would occasionally join in with his own commentary.

But as time went on, his interest gradually faded.

Watching Gao Chun repeat the moves over and over again, punching and kicking the rocks and tree trunks relentlessly...

Young Master Chen simply leaned against a big tree.

He took out a delicate piece of osmanthus cake, took a big bite, and looked puzzled.

"Is cultivation really that tiring, and is it necessary to be so diligent?"

He thought to himself, "Someone like me can sleep until the sun is high in the sky, practice for half an hour at random, and take a few pills. Why bother making myself all sweaty?"

Yao Yao lost patience and ran to the nearby woods to dig in the mud and pick grass, having a great time by herself.

As the sun began to set, the intense sunlight softened, casting long shadows.

Gao Chun continued to train in the center of the training ground. His clothes were soaked with sweat and clung tightly to his body, outlining his muscular physique.

Large beads of sweat rolled down his forehead, evaporating instantly upon hitting the ground. His breathing gradually quickened, but his movements did not slow down at all, and his eyes remained firm.

From noon until sunset.

The entire afternoon.

His body was exhausted, but his heart was filled with excitement and satisfaction.

Each attack, each circulation of profound energy, gave him a deeper understanding of cultivation.

"call……"

With a final punch, the boulder shattered completely. Gao Chun slowly stopped, panting heavily, a tired yet satisfied smile on his face.

the other side.

Young Master Chen was already lying on a recliner under the big tree, dozing off with his eyes half-closed.

There were leftover pastries and an exquisite jade cup next to him, but the loud noise from the training ground did not affect him at all.

Gao Chun wiped the sweat from his face, walked over to Young Master Chen, and gently patted his shoulder: "Young Master Chen, wake up."

Young Master Chen opened his eyes groggily.

He yawned, slowly sat up, rubbed his eyes, and frowned when he saw Gao Chun covered in sweat.

"Brother Gao Chun, are you finished practicing? It's been all afternoon, aren't you tired? Look at you, all sweaty and sticky, are you feeling uncomfortable?"

"Let me tell you, my servants prepare a Xuanquan bath for me every day. I take a bath every night, and it feels so comfortable..."

"I'm used to it, it's not tiring."

Gao Chun smiled, his tone as indifferent as the wind.

His ability to consistently hold the top spot in fighting skills among his peers in Gaojia Village is not something that came out of thin air.

It's all soaked in sweat.

Martial arts are a compulsory course for children in the village. From a young age, he has practiced countless days and nights without stopping.

Now that the Dao Seed has been born and the Qi Sea has been opened, with the support of Xuan Qi, his fighting skills are even more powerful, with every move carrying real strength.

Why are you cultivating so diligently?

Looking at Gao Chun's soaked clothes and the sweat still dripping from his face, Young Master Chen was very puzzled.

In his eyes, cultivation should be easy and enjoyable, without the need for bitterness and resentment. As long as there are resources, the cultivation level is never a problem.

Gao Chun's expression suddenly turned serious. He looked up at the distant sky, the setting sun casting its light on his face, making his features exceptionally clear.

"I have a reason to practice diligently."

His voice was deep and firm: "I want to protect my family, I want to earn enough Xuanjing (mystic crystals) so that my family can live a good life..."

Young Master Chen nodded.

An expression of approval appeared on his face.

"Your initial intention is good; everyone who cultivates has the desire to protect their loved ones. But having an initial intention alone is not enough. Do you have a specific goal?"

"For example, what level do you want to reach, what kind of person do you want to become? What do you want to do when you grow up? What job do you want to have...?"

Gao Chun lowered his head, lost in thought.

He seems to have only some short-term goals: hoping to give birth to a Dao seed as soon as possible, hoping to open up his Qi Sea and become a Xuanzhe, and hoping to surpass his genius nephew.

But what is the long-term goal?

He never seemed to have thought about it seriously.

Young Master Chen's question was like a lamp, piercing through the confusion.

It was like a knife, cutting through his chaotic thoughts and forcing him to think deeply.

What do I really want to do?

I want countless mystic crystals, piled up like mountains, flowing like rivers...

To be respected, admired, and revered wherever you go...

They crave the power to command respect and influence, and the dazzling brilliance of a life...

Then I thought about all the gifts I received for my birthday yesterday.

An answer was about to emerge from the depths of my heart.

Become an official and get rich!

For an instant.

Gao Chun's eyes suddenly lit up.

It was as if a sky full of stars had suddenly ignited in my eyes.

He finally figured it out!

This is my long-term goal: to become a high-ranking official!

But in front of Young Master Chen.

Of course, this shouldn't be said in such a blunt and vulgar way.

It must be high-end and sophisticated.

So he straightened his back.

He said in an extremely serious tone, "My long-term goal is to enter the imperial system."

"To serve the empire, to contribute to its glory and strength. To do my utmost, to offer my humble contribution!"

Young Master Chen was taken aback.

He then laughed out loud, his tone tinged with doubt: "If you want to enter the imperial system, you don't need to cultivate so desperately."

Seeing Gao Chun's confused expression, Young Master Chen continued to explain: "Once I reach adulthood (16 years old), I can go to the town's education bureau's college, and after graduation, I can become the director of the finance and taxation bureau."

"How did you become the Director of the Finance and Taxation Department right after graduation?" Gao Chun asked the probing question.

"Because the head of the town's finance and taxation department was born into the Chen family," Young Master Chen replied matter-of-factly.

Seeing Gao Chun's puzzled expression, he continued to explain, even with a hint of boasting.

"My great-grandfather was the Director of the Finance and Taxation Department, my grandfather inherited the position, and later my father inherited the position. After I graduated, of course I inherited it..."

He spoke of it casually, as if inheriting the position of director was as simple as eating and drinking.

There was even a hint of disdain in her tone: "Actually, I didn't want to be a director after I graduated. It's so annoying to have to approve a bunch of official documents every day. I'd rather stay home and travel around. But unfortunately, there are rules in my family that I can't break off..."

Gao Chun was stunned, his face full of confusion.

It immediately turned into shock!

He never imagined that official positions in the empire could be hereditary.

The words, "You were born into our family," struck him like a heavy hammer.

Is this the imperial caste system?

Does one's birth determine everything?

On what grounds?

All the high-ranking official positions have been reserved by you aristocratic families, so how can I, Gao Chun, become a high-ranking official?

Gao Chun clenched his fist tightly, his knuckles turning white from the extreme force, his sharp nails digging deep into his palm, piercing his skin and oozing fine beads of blood.

An uncontrollable rage surged within his chest, like a dormant volcano suddenly erupting, its blazing flames threatening to consume his internal organs.

He turned his head sharply and stared intently at Young Master Chen.

On that pretty face with its distinct features, smugness and boastfulness were undisguised.

It also carried a hint of nonchalance, as if everything was perfectly natural.

This despicable face, like a sharp blade, pierced deeply into Gao Chun's heart.

This face, like a bolt of lightning, suddenly struck Gao Chun's mind.

He suddenly realized something, and a single thought, like wildfire, instantly took over his entire heart.

"I must dismantle the empire's caste system!"

Only in this way can he, an ordinary person, realize his dream of becoming a high-ranking official and making a fortune.

The last rays of the setting sun shone on him.

His gaze was pure yet unwavering.

He decided to train even harder and frantically improve his strength.

We move forward steadily, step by step, one step at a time.

Break free from the shackles of fate with your own fists!

Use your own efforts to rewrite the unfair rules!