Longevity: Starting from Refining Gu

Chen Qing said, "But he was still in the Qi Refining Realm, and still under my jurisdiction!"

"Even as Da Yan's Prince, the future Emperor Donghua, entering the Death Realm still required my permission!"

"If I don't agree, there's nothing anyone can do!"

"The world's affairs, from the Mystic Gate Realm downwards, were entirely in my hands!"

"If anyone was dissatisfied, they could enter the Death Realm and compete with me to see who's stronger!"

"I, Chen Qing, have come through a trail of blood and corpses, never feared before!"

Chen Qing slowly stepped forward, "Today, I won't waste words with you. As the Qi King's Master and in the capacity of Prince Wen guiding the Mystic Gate Realm under Heaven, I ask you to surrender the King Gu to avoid a massacre."

"If not, to me, it's only a matter of exterminating a few clans."

"But for certain rebellious families, it would mean completely disappearing from history."

"I give you three hours to consider, think for yourself."

Chen Qing reached the palace entrance, quietly instructed, "Issue the order, gather all the Mystic Gate Realm cultivators in Qi Country, and proceed to the southern border of Qi Country to construct the Prince Wen Palace!"

After a series of disputes, the many Mystic Gate Realm guardians of the Qi Kingdom's royal city eventually complied and accepted the order, all leaving the Qi King's palace.

There were some who remained defiant, breaking out in occasional fights, but they were no match in front of the Dragon Cavalry.

Blood of the Mystic Gate Realm was shed in the royal city, causing the entire Qi Kingdom's royal city to become somewhat chaotic.

Chen Qing demonstrated the authority bestowed by the Miao God for the first time; although it did not involve the Sky-reaching Realm and Feather Transformation Realm, these were already few in number, and with the Mystic Gate Realm all withdrawn, the court of Qi Kingdom would soon become an empty shell.

Tian Heng's attempt to oppose Chen Qing's actions with the people's hearts of Qi Kingdom was like a joke.

In the face of powerful monarchy, it was of no use.

Tian Heng did not wait three hours; he only waited until all Mystic Gate Realm were withdrawn or killed, before bowing his head.

"Prince Wen, today I may lose in argument, but tomorrow still awaits!"

"I don't believe, I don't believe you're merely aiding the Qi King's ascension!"

"When someday the Qi King becomes your puppet, there will certainly be a time when I will be needed again!"

Chen Qing reached out, took the King Gu handed over by Tian Heng, and glanced at the Chaos Double Fish Pendant, finding it somewhat intriguing.

Yin Yang Tai Chi overturned the heavens and earth, possessing the divine skills of borrowing force to battle force.

The various kings indeed wanted each branch of the royal family to possess two types of King's Path Inheritance, but not every one succeeded.

Those who had succeeded were only King Wu, Iron King, and King Lin, these three.

In other states, except for Ye Country protected by Haoran Temple where the succession of the throne never caused major disturbances, the succession in other royal families was often exceedingly bloody, with top experts falling victim to internal strife.

Like the current Qi Country, through two rounds of royal contention, three had fallen in the Feather Transformation Realm, leaving only Tian Heng and the Upper General escorting the Qi King.

In the Sky-reaching Realm, twenty-seven had fallen!

The national power had even declined to where Chen Qing could easily manipulate it.

And this did not suit what Chen Qing wanted; he desired an extremely stable atmosphere.

Whether for him or for the entire Nanli, this was beneficial.

His path to becoming a True Monarch had already been paved; he just needed to cultivate steadily to reach a higher realm.

Therefore, when he held the King Gu and led the Qi King into the inner palace of Qi Country, Chen Qing, in front of the Qi King, calmly ordered, "Xuan Mang, Su Yi, inform the three brothers from Demon Suppressing Temple to take action."

Su Yi said, "Your Majesty, executing without crime, is this not too harsh?"

Chen Qing said, "Ruling the land never relied on a womanly heart, and since he does not submit to me, I don't wish to keep him alive."

"Giving him face before was simply out of concern over the loss of the King Gu, which was the real issue."

"Now that the King Gu is obtained, why keep him?"

"Qi King, remember, when it's time to kill, you mustn't hesitate."

"If you don't kill him, the Tian Family will surely be unpredictable and stir up trouble."

"The current Qi Country can't stand such turmoil any longer; better to eliminate the threat early and embark on a bold reform of Qi Country!"

Xuan Mang immediately accepted the order, "Yes, I'm on my way!"

Su Yi asked, "If Tian Heng is executed, how will Qi Country be governed?"

Chen Qing said, "That will be your effort, serving concurrently as Qi Country's chancellor."

"But the administration will differ from Wen Country, as any governmental order in Qi Country must have the Qi King's approval to be enacted."

"You only have advisory power, with no authority to make decisions."

"Go, I shall discuss certain matters with the Qi King."

After Su Yi left, Chen Qing earnestly said, "Now that I've ruthlessly executed Tian Heng, though it cuts at the source, certainly some traitors will cause chaos, intending to assassinate you."

"Hence, I will deploy sixty riders of the Dragon Cavalry for your protection."

"You must quickly identify within the Mystic Gate Realm who truly stays loyal to you and who truly harbors a rebellious heart."

"Subsequently, gradually replace my dispatched Dragon Cavalry, reshaping the royal authority in Qi Country."

"Choose the worthy and develop confidants."

"With me here, they dare not act too presumptuously."

Qi King could sense that Chen Qing indeed had no interest in the royal authority of Qi Country, "Master, can you not temporarily take charge of the royal authority in Qi Country?"

"I'm but a child, how can I bear the weight of a nation's responsibility?"

"I ask Master to take charge of Qi Country's royal authority until I achieve the Mystic Gate Realm and can personally govern!"

Chen Qing shook his head, "If you don't understand, you may ask me, but I will never take charge of Qi Country's royal authority."

"Let it be thus; having experienced so much, you should show some growth."

"I give you one year to establish your Foundation, and then I shall assist you in contracting the King Gu!"

"By the way, since you have already become my disciple, I will impart a King's Path Inheritance to you, lest you feel I am partial among you fellows."

"Six King's Path Inheritances remain; you may choose one yourself."

"Of course, this matter must not be disclosed to outsiders."

At this moment, the Qi King was truly shocked.

No wonder Chen Qing was completely unconcerned with the King Gu of Qi Country; he actually had others in his possession.

At this moment, the Qi King suddenly thought of more, though he still did not understand.

When he came of age, he finally understood; Chen Qing desired not to be some Prince Wen, nor to dominate Nanli and oppress the kings.

He sought to become a True Monarch.

Yet these thoughts could only remain forever hidden in his heart.

Chen Qing looked at the Qi King, this child, bearing the weight of a nation from a young age, was more serious and reserved than the other two, not as lively.

Among the three disciples, Qi King was serious and reserved, cautious in his actions.

Chen Dan was graceful in action, always proper, bold yet unconventional.

Yu Xu'er was lively and clever, vibrant and adorable.

Each had their differences; with the experience of nurturing Xu Yaofeng and the others, Chen Qing found teaching them not too difficult.

It was time to return to the Death Realm to continue exploring the mysteries of the Death Sea.