Covering the Sky: The Years I Was the Empress's Strictest Master

"I appreciate your kind invitation, fellow Daoists. I will consider this matter carefully."

However, the relocation of the orthodox tradition is no small matter and requires careful consideration.

Seeing that she did not refuse outright, Suiren Lianlei and Jiang Wanqing exchanged a glance.

"In that case, we will not stay any longer."

Suiren Lianlei clasped his hands in a fist salute:

"I still have matters to attend to in the hall, so I will take my leave."

"Take care, Fellow Daoist Gu."

Jiang Wanqing curtsied.

"Please take your time, fellow Daoists. We will not see you off any further."

Gu Qingying returned the greeting.

Swoosh... Swoosh...

Two streaks of light shot into the sky from Wangshu Pavilion, tearing through the void and heading towards the direction of the Ziwei Ancient Star, before disappearing into the horizon in an instant.

Gu Qingying stood alone on the edge of the terrace, letting the biting cold wind tousle her long hair and skirt.

She gazed in the direction the two women had left, then looked at the ancient star Gouchen, and finally, her gaze seemed to drift into a more distant and unknowable depth.

"If you had known what would happen today, what would you have thought?"

She murmured to herself, a faint trace of melancholy flashing across her cool and aloof face:

"Your disciple... truly leaves one... at a loss for what to do."

"And you..."

Really... not a single clue left behind? It seems that even you, as the disciple of the current emperor, haven't been able to find a single trace over the years..."

The cold wind howled, swirling up piles of snow, but no one answered.

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The ancient star of Ziwei, the divine kingdom of Yanhuang, the ancestral home of the Jiang family.

As one of the oldest and most prestigious powers in the Ziwei Star Region, the Jiang family's ancestral homeland covers a vast area, with continuous palaces and magnificent scenery.

Although it suffered some damage during the turmoil, it has been rebuilt over the past one or two thousand years and has regained seven or eight tenths of its former grandeur.

The core area of ​​the ancestral land is shrouded in layers of "imperial formations" and ancient fields, making it difficult for ordinary cultivators to see its full extent.

Jiang Wanqing returned from the Guanghan Palace without disturbing many people, and quietly returned to her secluded retreat, "Lanxing Pavilion," deep within her ancestral land.

This is a nine-story jade building located on the shore of a spiritual lake. Opening the window, one can see the lake and mountain scenery and the starry sky. It is quiet and elegant, and it is her favorite place to stay.

however,

She had just settled into her quiet room, preparing to meditate for a moment, when a maid's respectful voice came from outside the door:

"Goddess, the Third Ancestor requests your presence at the 'Fragrance Pavilion,' saying... a distinguished guest has arrived, and the elders are to entertain him."

But now that you're back, why not go and see him, to fulfill your proper etiquette?"

Jiang Wanqing opened her beautiful eyes, a hint of doubt flashing in them.

Distinguished guest?

What kind of distinguished guest would require her to personally receive them?

And why did they choose to do it right after she came back?

Did they even specifically name "Liufang Water Pavilion"?

Liufang Waterside Pavilion is a beautiful waterside building within the ancestral land of the Jiang family.

Based on warm jade and topped with glazed glass, it is transparent on all sides. Outside the windows are lotus leaves reaching the sky and various spiritual flowers, while rare "seven-colored brocade scales" swim in the water.

However, at this moment, the air was filled with the delicate fragrance of "Lingzhi," which could calm the mind and spirit and subtly promote the growth of affection between men and women.

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Chapter 300 Unless my Jiang family is destined to produce such a great emperor (6K long chapter, please subscribe!)

Jiang Wanqing frowned slightly.

Today's unusual events made her somewhat suspicious of the clan's arrangements.

But her family had given her life and raised her. Although she was now the head of the Jiang family, she could not disregard etiquette and rules. Since the Third Ancestor had personally conveyed the message, she could not refuse.

"Okay, I'll go shortly."

She responded coolly.

A moment later, Jiang Wanqing changed into a slightly more formal light gold palace dress to receive the guests.

However, after she returned to her clan, a faint weariness appeared between her brows, though her eyes remained clear and calm, without any ripples.

Led by a maid, she arrived at the Liufang Water Pavilion.

As she expected, the pavilion had indeed been carefully decorated.

clatter……

As soon as I stepped into this place, a sign that was different from usual swept over my mind.

A thick carpet of fox fur covered the floor, and precious spices burned in the four corners, their fragrance mingling with the scent of angelica from outside the window.

Unconsciously, it creates an atmosphere that allows people to relax and feel happy.

Beside the window overlooking the water, there is a round white jade table, on which are set out exquisite spiritual fruits and pastries, as well as a pot of fragrant "Drunken Immortal Wine".

There were only two chairs next to the table.

And at this moment, there is only one person in the waterside pavilion.

He was a young man dressed in a moon-white brocade robe.

The magnificent robe was embroidered with cloud patterns and some kind of ancient divine script in silver thread, and its extraordinary quality clearly indicated that it was not an ordinary item.

He was tall and slender with broad shoulders and a narrow waist. He had an extremely handsome face, a high nose, and beautiful lips. His eyes were a rare pale gold color, and they shone with inner light as they opened and closed.

His outstanding temperament possesses both the nobility of an ancient divine descendant and the vigor and vitality of a young prodigy growing up in this era.

The young man sat upright, his aura contained but not yet released, yet his cultivation level was still clearly visible to Jiang Wanqing; he had already reached the third level of the Quasi-Emperor realm.

Judging from his aura and blood, he is roughly three to five hundred years younger than her.

It is evident that he is a rising star after the turmoil.

In this era of "yin prevailing over yang," which is rare in ancient times, such cultivation and talent are absolutely top-notch among male cultivators.

Da...da...

Upon seeing Jiang Wanqing enter the waterside pavilion, a fleeting look of amazement crossed the young man's eyes, but he quickly concealed it perfectly.

He stood up, a flawless, warm smile spreading across his face. He bowed slightly, his voice carrying a perfectly balanced magnetism that was pleasant to the ear.

"My name is Yuwen Hao. I have met Goddess Jiang. I have long heard of your unparalleled beauty and profound Taoist magic. Today, having seen you in person, I realize that the rumors are far from accurate."

Hao, very lucky. "

Yuwen?

Descendants of the "Yuwen Clan" of the divine race?

As the thought crossed her mind, Jiang Wanqing understood.

The Yuwen clan is one of the most famous ancient divine races in the starry sky. They have powerful bloodlines and profound foundations. Although they are not as powerful as they were during their mythical peak before the Primordial Era, they are still a super power that dominates a region.

This lineage, in terms of its foundation, is roughly equivalent to that of the Jiang family, making them a well-matched family. However, although the Jiang family has produced divine beings in every generation, they have never separated themselves from the human race and instead consider themselves gods...

The man before me, Yuwen Hao, appears to be the most outstanding prodigy of this generation of the Yuwen clan.

After all, given the established pattern among the various lineages of the divine race that since the age of mythology, their lower limits have been extremely high, while their upper limits have often been unable to surpass the level of quasi-emperors, it seems that...

Even in this great age of enlightenment, such achievements by this person are truly remarkable.

But what about the clan elders who were supposed to be "hosting on behalf of the clan"?

And the arrangement of this waterside pavilion, the setting for a lone man and woman...

Jiang Wanqing's eyes flickered. She understood perfectly well what the old fogies in the clan were thinking.

They were planning for her bloodline, for the future of the Jiang family...

Although the person to whom this marriage was arranged was a prodigy of the divine race, whose talent and cultivation were among the best in the world,

But to arrange it this way, without informing her beforehand, he went so far as to "trick" her into coming, and then deliberately created this ambiguous atmosphere of being alone together...

In an instant, a mix of annoyance and helplessness welled up in Jiang Wanqing's heart.

In recent years, with a powerful Chaos Emperor dominating her, her hopes of achieving enlightenment in this lifetime have been slim.

The clan's high hopes for her have faded, and recently they have not stopped trying to find out about her "bloodline continuation," but she has always refused with various excuses.

Unexpectedly, they made such a foolish move today!

But now that the guests are in front of her and have been treated with utmost courtesy, as the current head of the Jiang family and representing the family's reputation, she cannot immediately turn hostile.

Thoughts drifted,

Jiang Wanqing suppressed her displeasure, maintained a calm expression, and returned the greeting, her voice clear and polite:

"Fellow Daoist Yuwen, you flatter me. Please have a seat."

After exchanging pleasantries, the two took their seats as host and guest, respectively.

Yuwen Hao naturally picked up the wine pot and poured Jiang Wanqing a cup of Drunken Immortal Wine, his manners and demeanor were impeccable.

"I heard that the goddess recently went out to visit a friend, and it is said that she went to the Guanghan Palace on the ancient star Canglan?"

Yuwen Hao started the conversation naturally, without rushing to reveal his intentions, and instead continued with a little flattery:

"The name of the Moon Goddess Gu Qingying is well-known to Hao Yi. As for... the wide circle of friends of the goddess is truly admirable."

"Sister Gu and I have known each other for a thousand years. This was just a small gathering; we don't have many friends here..."

Jiang Wanqing responded calmly, without touching the glass of wine:

"Young Master Yuwen has come from afar. May I ask what brings you here? Our two families have had many interactions since ancient times. If you have any needs, the Jiang family will do its best to help."

She steered the conversation directly to the important matter, not wanting to waste time on unnecessary small talk.

Yuwen Hao smiled slightly, seemingly unsurprised by Jiang Wanqing's straightforwardness.

He put down the wine jug and said seriously:

"To be honest, Hao has come here with a request, or rather... a wish that the goddess may grant."

As he spoke, he looked intently at Jiang Wanqing, his burning gaze no longer concealed:

"Seven hundred years ago, Hao heard tales of the goddess on the ancient starry road. Later, he caught a glimpse of her ethereal beauty from afar and fell in love with her, unable to control himself."

Over the years, I have diligently cultivated myself, never daring to slacken in the slightest, hoping that one day I will be qualified to stand before the goddess…

He paused for a moment, then took out a jade box and an ancient scroll that was neither gold nor jade from his robes, and presented them with both hands:

"This jade box contains the first part of the 'Divine King Body Forging Technique,' a secret technique passed down from the mythical era by my Yuwen clan."

Although not the complete version, it is still an unparalleled body-refining secret method, which has a remarkable effect on tempering the body and laying a solid foundation for cultivators in the early stages.

This scroll contains a portion of the 'Starry Spirit Guiding Technique' obtained by one of our ancestors during his travels through mythical ruins. It is of great benefit to cultivators who have advanced to the Immortal Platform in guiding the power of the stars throughout the heavens and refining their primordial spirit and divine consciousness...

This is but a small token of my respect, offered as a token of our greeting. I hope the goddess will accept it with a smile.

God King's Body Forging Technique, Star Spirit Guiding Technique?

Even if it's only a part of it, it's still an unparalleled secret technique that would make any great sect envious!

The Yuwen lineage of the divine race has truly gone to great lengths to propose marriage...

Knowing that she has reached her current level of attainment, if she obtains the general outline, she might be able to complete the incomplete text and leave it for the Jiang family to pass down through generations, enriching their foundation.

As she pondered, Jiang Wanqing's gaze swept over the two gifts. Amidst the turmoil in her heart, she felt even more annoyed.

She didn't take it, but calmly looked at Yuwen Hao:

"Fellow Daoist Yuwen, your gift is too kind. I, Wanqing, have done nothing to deserve it."