Chapter 747 - 535: Commendations and Rewards (Part 3)

Chapter 747: Chapter 535: Commendations and Rewards (Part 3)

"Thank you, Profound Monarch, for your generous gift. Although my aptitude is dull, I shall do my best to repay the nurturing kindness of the Profound Monarch!"

However, his mind was as clear as a mirror, already understanding Miaomiao Profound Monarch’s intentions.

This was the compensation or hush money from Miaomiao Profound Monarch and the Xuanwei Sect to Lu Qian and the Yunshan Sect.

The grandly publicized commendation along with the generous rewards were all to tell Lu Qian that even if he had enormous grievances, he must swallow them all now, never complaining in the future, and serve Cangzhou and the Xuanwei Sect well.

This decree has characterized Qiming Spirit Monarch as a "raider," and his death is his own doing. The Yunshan Sect acted on behalf of the Xuanwei Sect in executing him, thus they should be rewarded. As for the Xuanwei Sect’s failure to fulfill the responsibility as the lord of Cangzhou and not intervening against Qiming Spirit Monarch, sorry, it never happened.

Miaomiao Profound Monarch is still the wise leader, the Xuanwei Sect still the common lord of Cangzhou. Lu Qian and the Yunshan Sect should continue to dedicate themselves to Cangzhou.

After conveying the Profound Monarch’s decree, Master Ling Xuan relaxed slightly and gave a gentle smile.

"I observe Sect Leader Lu’s virtuous conduct and refined speech, absolutely not a vulgar man of shallow interests, and I wish to associate with you. There are a few private words I’d like to discuss, if convenient?"

Lu Qian, moved at heart, ordered Wu Yan to leave the main hall first, and Master Ling Xuan also dismissed the two Foundation Establishment attendants. As the doors closed and the array activated, only Lu Qian and Master Ling Xuan remained in the hall.

"I wonder what the Zhenren wishes to instruct?"

Master Ling Xuan slightly narrowed her almond-shaped eyes.

"Now, representing my master Qiancheng Spirit Monarch, and our ’Wild Fox Zen,’ I ask: Is Wu Yan truly a Celestial Spiritual Root?"

Lu Qian pondered slightly, then nodded.

Master Ling Xuan smiled, "Sect Leader Lu might not know, when there was endless debate within our sect about whether to intervene against Qiming Spirit Monarch, my master was a strong advocate for supporting you. That’s why Miaomiao Profound Monarch sent me to reward and console."

Lu Qian’s mind whirled, he spoke in a deep voice, "Thanks to Qiancheng Spirit Monarch’s care, I wonder if there is anything I can assist with?"

Master Ling Xuan covered her face with her sleeve, smiling with eyes bending into crescents, "Sect Leader Lu, being from the Outer Province, you were once our kindred spirit with ’Wild Fox Zen,’ so I speak up for you out of loyalty. My master greatly admires both you and the Yunshan Sect, and this time, only wishes to establish goodwill, nothing more."

"Sect Leader Lu, full of youthful vigor, with a majestic spiritual pressure, and the power to encircle and kill a Spirit Monarch, is greatly admirable. As the saying goes, a good horse is matched with a good saddle, a treasure sword gifted to a hero, yet I see Sect Leader Lu lacks a suitable chariot for galloping and stealth."

"That Secret Treasure: Dragon Steed Cloud-Stepping Flowing Cloud Chariot shall be given to Sect Leader Lu."

"Furthermore, my master Qiancheng Spirit Monarch, renowned as a Great Array Cultivator among several provinces, has heard of Sect Leader Lu’s reputation in array formations. If you have time, why not exchange insights?"

Half an hour later, the doors opened wide, Master Ling Xuan, as beautiful as peaches and plums, emerged arm in arm with Lu Qian.

After declining Lu Qian’s banquet invitation, with a few more pleasantries exchanged, Master Ling Xuan nodded and smiled, "Rest assured, Sect Leader Lu, I shall certainly attend to congratulate you."

With a wave of his long sleeve, a streak of rainbow light emerged, transforming into a colorful leaf-like ship. Lu Qian and the others escorted a while further; Master Ling Xuan bowed to bid farewell and drifted away on the rainbow light colorful ship.

Wu Yan, who had been holding it in for quite some time, finally let out a long breath. She had been busy treating the wounded and was suddenly summoned by Lu Qian. She thought something monumental was at hand but instead found herself keeping company with this ostentatious envoy on behalf of the whole sect, causing inevitable agitation and bewilderment.

"Master, she only possesses Golden Core Cultivation. With our Yunshan’s current strength and status, respectful reception suffices; is there really a need for such flattery and showmanship?"

Lu Qian looked toward the dormant Secret Treasure: Cloud-Stepping Flowing Clouds Chariot at the main hall entrance, with four dragon steeds restlessly exhaling clouds. The chariot box was still laden with rewards from the Xuanwei Sect.

"Little Yan, and everyone." Lu Qian turned to the crowd, "Remember, speech and demeanor, whether valuable or not, are the easiest to master, yet they can often earn returns unattainable through toil and bloodshed."

Everyone seemed thoughtful, and Lin Le was particularly impressed, suddenly feeling a movement in his arms. After checking, he quickly reported.

"Sect Leader, it’s a communication from the Spirit Beast Sect. Yuan Xu Spirit Monarch will personally come to congratulate the Sect Leader!"