Pre-Qin Mythology: Starting with the River God

Both Xiangjun and Xiangfuren need time to accept this omen. If that happens, the Chu water system will likely be divided into four: Xiangjun, Xiangfuren, Quanming, and the other water system immortals and gods. Their share of power in the Chu Kingdom will decrease significantly. Having one more high-ranking water system immortal is not a good thing for the two of them to advance to the fifth level of the Dao Heaven.

"Congratulations to Lady Zhaoyang."

Lady Xiang, holding onto Lady Xiang's sleeve, slowly stepped forward.

Xiang Jun glanced helplessly at Madam Xiang, but slowly suppressed the apprehension in her eyes and congratulated Quan Ming together.

At the same time, Lady Xiang used a joking remark to dispel the hostility she had just felt with Quan Mingjian. She chuckled and said, "Zhaoyang is in the north, Xiangshui is in the south, and the Yangtze River flows in the middle. In this way, the Chu Kingdom can also use the water system to suppress heretics in various places, prosper the Chu Kingdom, and protect the peace of its people. This is truly a great advantage..."

"My husband and I are water-based deities, so we should be the first to congratulate Lord Zhaoyang, but unexpectedly, Lord Shao Siming spoke first."

Lady Xiang's eyes were filled with mockery.

The other gods and immortals also changed their expressions.

Shao Siming is the most aloof and solitary immortal in Chu. She has never interacted with other immortals before. Even with her closest friend, Da Siming, they only discussed official matters and rarely spoke privately.

What's wrong?

As for this Lady Zhaoyang...

Most of the immortals and gods below the third level of the Dao Heaven were appointed from the mortal realm and have witnessed much love and affection between men and women in the human world.

Although Shao Siming is a primordial deity, after her birth she also transformed her divine body according to the nature of men and women, and at this moment she exists in the world with the body of a woman.

It is not impossible to cultivate with a male immortal.

For example, Xiangjun and Xiangfuren... are the most harmonious male and female deities who cultivate together.

The gods' gazes lingered between Shao Siming and Quan Ming. The higher-ranking gods remained upright, but the lower-ranking gods quickly averted their gazes.

Shao Siming scanned her surroundings.

Finally, his gaze fell on Quan Ming's face. His expression remained unchanged, and his tone was still light: "If Lord Zhaoyang is willing, I can be like a plant, growing together with him."

Quan Ming: "..."

Seeing Quan Ming's stunned expression, Shao Siming showed no particular emotion and simply waited quietly.

Quan Ming coughed lightly and said in a deep voice, "Shao Siming probably doesn't understand much about love between men and women. This matter of marriage should be based on feelings, not just on the other person's willingness."

"Although fellow practitioners are good, they are not affectionate and cannot compare to the harmony between Xiangjun and Xiangfuren."

This is a veiled rejection.

Upon hearing this, Shao Siming showed no further emotion, only saying, "How could I possibly hope for love? Let's leave this matter alone."

The little girl beside Shao Siming stared wide-eyed at Quan Ming. In reality, she was secretly tugging at Shao Siming's dress and gently shaking it, but Shao Siming ignored her.

She could only lower her head in disappointment.

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The Dao Tian Assembly ended with the conclusion of the Chu King's sacrificial ceremony. While the immortals and gods appeared joyful, each harbored their own thoughts, even the high-ranking immortals and gods.

The fox spirit was most uneasy.

I wonder how I will face Quan Ming after I go to Zhangshui.

At this moment, a cloud of black mist billowed from the edge of the Dao Heaven, blocking the fox spirit...

It turns out to be that Tu Bo!

Today, Tu Bo has truly witnessed what it means to be famous throughout the world. Even high-ranking immortals and gods like them cannot overshadow his brilliance... Seeing Quan Ming so successful, Tu Bo was filled with resentment. He should have just devoured Quan Ming's soul back then. How could he have been later made a water fairy and had his power taken away!

At this moment, Quan Ming seized power over Luo Shui and took control of the 380-mile waterway.

According to the previous punishment, this body of water is no longer under the control of Tubo... This contains the souls of countless living beings!

How could he accept this!

To advance to the fifth level of the Dao Heaven realm, he must continuously expand the Netherworld Divine Realm and guide souls to accumulate power and influence, thus completing the Dao Heaven assessment in one fell swoop.

But Quan Ming was in his way...

boom!

Suddenly, a stream of water surged forth, engulfing the fox spirit surrounded by the Earth God and carrying it away from the black mist.

The fox spirit was filled with trepidation, but breathed a sigh of relief when she realized she had escaped from Tu Bo's grasp.

"Lord Zhaoyang!"

Enraged, Tu Bo charged toward Quan Ming with his enormous divine body, carrying the divine might of the dead, without saying a word.

Quan Ming raised his hand, preparing to use the Xuan Bird Seal of Dao to defend himself, but at this moment, a clear cry rang out, and the surrounding clouds surged in. These soft clouds, like giant hands, blocked Tu Bo and gently placed him... ten miles away...

"Uncle Tu..."

"How can you act recklessly above the heavens?"

The Lord of the Clouds appeared amidst a myriad of clouds, raised his hand and pointed, suppressing Tu Bo with the divine power of the seventh level of the Dao Heaven. Tu Bo, seeing that it was the Lord of the Clouds, dared not struggle and could only huddle in place in frustration.

He saw Yun Zhongjun rebuking him.

They're still protecting Quan Ming...

Tu Bo then snorted and descended from the clouds.

Yun Zhongjun did not stop him and let him leave.

Before Quan Ming could speak, the fox spirit on the side stepped forward and said timidly, "Thank you... thank you, Lord Yunzhong."

Yun Zhongjun didn't look at him, but said to Quan Ming, "Zhaoyang Jun, I have received the order from the Heavenly God. I need to go to the Jing Mountain Range to form a great array of clouds and mist in the mountain range to protect the border... You have received the order from the Zhou Emperor and are now the chief assassin of the Yong Kingdom. If you encounter enemies, you can seek me out."

Having said that, Lord Yunzhong laughed loudly, transformed into clouds and vanished, disappearing into the vast expanse of the sky, returning to the Cloud Marsh.

Only Quan Ming's voice remained: "Regardless of Yongguo, Quan Ming will also go to pay a visit."

Seeing Yun Zhongjun leave, Quan Ming looked back at the fox spirit. Since this place was above the Dao Heaven, he couldn't say anything, only saying, "I already killed you once for what happened before."

"Now that you are a fairy of the Zhang River, I only hope that you will be like the fairy Zhang in the past."

"Don't cause trouble, and I won't go looking for it."

"Of course, we can't learn everything from Zhang Xian."

"I suppose you'll be asking about Zhang Xian's death, so... even if you're fighting for the path of immortals and gods, you should be clear-headed, know your limits, and know when to advance and retreat."

After saying this, Quan Ming left in a covered carriage and returned to the Zhaoshui Water Palace, which was renamed "Zhao" at this time.

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"Lord Zhaoyang!"

Outside the Water Palace, the spirits and monsters waited quietly. Quan Ming glanced over them and saw that they were all respectful yet joyful. He nodded slightly and then took out ten thousand strands of Daoist charm.

Spirits: Clam spirit Fenghua, Turtle demon Aolai, Carp Red Ball, Lotus spirit siblings, Green Fish spirit, Catfish Lady, Two Little Catfish.

Attendants in the sacrificial ceremony: Elder Grandfather, Elder Grandmother, Elder Male, Elder Female, and Imperial Horse Stable.

The fish in the water palace...

Quan Ming said, "During the war between Chu and the Emperor, you all maintained the stability of the Quan River, escorted shipping, guarded the water palace, and cooperated with Quan County in various matters... For all these merits, the will of Chu is to be rewarded."

Upon hearing this, the spirits exclaimed with delight, all praising the Lord's great virtue.

Quan Ming said nothing more and followed the others into the Water Mansion.

Meanwhile, he also reviewed the remaining Chu will during this period... After defeating Yongbo, Daotian bestowed 120,000 wills, of which he used 100,000 to transform into a thousand strands of Dao rhyme to strengthen himself.

Then I acquired several thousand more in scattered amounts...

He offered advice to the King of Chu and received over 10,000 more. In addition, he received 30,000 for the national sacrifice, minus the 10,000 reward he had just received.

He still possesses the will of the Chu region, numbering 52,114.

Its own Daoist aura is 1,400.

To pass the next Dao Heaven Assessment, one needs three thousand Dao essences, so these fifty thousand wills are still insufficient for advancement... He remained still, preparing for any eventuality.

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