The Mystery of Two Lives Solved! Sixth-Level Dragon Soul Jade!

Ten Thousand Laws Palace, things were much the same as before, with all sorts of straw figures performing rituals everywhere.

However, the level of the magic is much higher.

When I was invited to give a lecture, I only demonstrated some simple methods. Looking back now, I find that there are many intricacies involved.

For example, the two teams of straw men patrolling at the foot of the mountain. Zhao Xing originally thought they were just randomly arranged, but now he found that these straw men were following the route of the "Eight Gates Four Symbols Formation".

"The Eight Gates Formation is a movable Magic Array. Wherever the straw man goes, the formation goes. It can also change formation according to the movement of the enemy within the formation."

Flying halfway up the mountain, Zhao Xing discovered nine straw figures that he had not noticed before. They seemed to be wandering aimlessly, but in fact, they were quite something.

"Soul Capturing Straw Figure Time Grass, a straw figure containing spirits, Jiazi, Jiaxu, Jiashen, Jiawu, Jiachen, Jiayin... Is this the Six Jia Nether Gods?"

"Using the Six Jia Nether Gods to set up the Mountain Sealing Spell?" Zhao Xing still remembered the Mountain Sealing Spell of East Lake Mountain, one of the incantations of which was. "Three orders to the Eight Directions True Lord to protect the way, the road can be passed, and the grass and trees will not be harmed."

Liu Tianning's Ten Thousand Laws Palace was built on a mountain, and naturally there were no Yin Spirit on this mountain.

However, Liu Tianning himself used the Soul Capturing Straw Figure to subdue the Six Jia Nether Gods, replacing the "Eight Directions True Lord" in the incantation, thus making the Mountain Sealing Spell equally effective.

Outside of the Great Zhou, no mountains and rivers are granted the title of True Lord. Liu Tianning's Six Jia Nether Gods Method is equivalent to him bestowing the title of "Yin Spirit" upon himself, replacing the incantation.

"Old Liu has really mastered the Straw Man Art making." Zhao Xing looked at the Straw Man Art on the mountain and secretly marveled.

Because he didn't learn the complete Straw Man Art in his previous life, there are many things that Zhao Xing has never seen before.

Only a small portion can be identified, and the rest is based on rumors and speculation.

Liu Tianning's Straw Man Art is said to be unparalleled in the world, and that's no exaggeration. Even a first-rank Grand Minister of Agriculture might not be able to surpass him in the Straw Man Art.

He flew straight to the Ten Thousand Laws Palace and landed there. Zhao Xing then walked into the palace.

Liu Tianning's true form has already returned from the Soul Offering Pass. He went there to help, and since he wasn't a member of the Divine Might Army, the Black Armor Army, or the Sea Pacifying Army, he had no obligation to confront them.

Why is it said that the one from back then was the real body? Because at that time, Liu Tianning used the "Pure Yuan Projection" to release the Seventh Order Plant Soldier from his dantian.

The Ten Thousand Laws Straw Puppet cannot form Pure Origin Soil, nor can it truly unleash Pure Yuan Projection.

Therefore, for Agricultural Official of the Fifth Grade, to determine whether someone is the true form, they need to see if he can use the Pure Yuan Projection.

However, forcing out the Pure Yuan Projection is not easy.

In the Ten Thousand Laws Hall within the Ten Thousand Laws Palace, Zhao Xing met Liu Tianning.

"Teacher," Zhao Xing bowed respectfully.

"Drafter." Without saying a word, Liu Tianning immediately wanted to test Zhao Xing's cultivation progress.

"Yes." Zhao Xing hadn't even gotten to the main point before casting the spell.

The drafter that Liu Tianning mentioned was naturally not some intermediate-level Straw Man Art.

Zhao Xing walked outside the hall, took a deep breath, and then pointed Golden Light at his finger. "Wind, come!"

Astral Wind arose, and two "Dragon Bamboo" plants were cut down from the east side of the square. As the bamboo flew over, it was broken down into bamboo strips by the Astral Wind.

A bundle of Five Locust Wood was rolled up from the west side of the square and was split into four pieces as it flew over.

Then, materials such as Soul-Returning Willow, Mulberry Elm Flower, Selaginella, and Heavenly Heart Grass were brought from the south and north sides of the square.

"Rise!"

As these materials came together in front of him, Zhao Xing shouted again.

The four straw figures coalesced and took shape, then transformed into Zhao Xing's appearance, because they were fused with the ' Illusionary Form Straw Puppet '.

Then the four straw figures, together with the original, re-entered the hall and bowed to Liu Tianning, saying, "Please enlighten me, teacher."

"Not bad, your Straw Man Art has already achieved some success." Liu Tianning said, "At this time, you only need to continue to study along the True Self true self. When you encounter a bottleneck at the Seventh-Turn, we can discuss further guidance."

"Yes." Zhao Xing nodded.

Having just completed True Self Straw Puppet Fourth-Turn, Zhao Xing doesn't really need any guidance. Before the Seventh-Turn, the path is quite clear, and Zhao Xing only needs to practice until he becomes proficient, without encountering any bottlenecks.

Liu Tianning's test was simply to see if he had become complacent and whether he had truly taken the Straw Man Art to heart.

Although Liu Tianning is strict, he is not strict for the sake of being strict.

If someone does well, they do well; I won't deliberately belittle my disciples in order to encourage them.

"What do you need my help with?" Liu Tianning asked. "If it's illegal, then you don't need to ask."

Zhao Xing quickly replied, "This disciple wouldn't dare."

"Now that I have retired from the battlefield, I have nothing to do, so I want to explore the various parts of the Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven."

Zhao Xing carefully considered his words: "According to the regulations of the Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven, exploring the various strange and dangerous places in the Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven requires the qualifications of various 'Explorers'."

To survey the land, patrol the skies, search the mountains, and inspect the sea, one must possess the corresponding qualifications to go to each place.

It's like needing a 'certificate'.

The Grotto-Heaven and dangerous places are often very fragile, such as the Earth Fire Plain.

Back then, Zhao Xing, a Ninth Grade, used the Gambler's Tactic and managed to create a level five Earth Fire Frenzy.

That place is fine, it can be violent, but some places don't allow people to act recklessly; you need the right qualifications to enter.

Later, the Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven also used this rule to prevent outsiders from entering.

By then, obtaining a spot as a "Junior Exploration Envoy" will be extremely difficult.

Liu Tianning said, "With your strength, it's not difficult for you to pass the Intermediate Exploration Envoy exam. There's no need to discuss it with me."

It's not difficult, but it's already March 1st. If he takes the exam himself and gets to the intermediate level, there won't be enough time to complete the procedures.

In early March, the Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven will burst forth with Heavenly Spirit Essence, Yang City will react quickly, tightening the requirements for qualification.

Once it is confirmed as an "upgrade of Cave Heaven Blessed Land", it will be extremely difficult.

There isn't enough time.

Besides, a Intermediate Exploration Envoy is not what Zhao Xing wants at all.

It must be Senior Exploration Envoy or Top-Tier Exploration Envoy, and it must be of all categories.

I definitely can't get it myself, but Liu Tianning certainly can.

As long as he is in Liu Tianning's group, he can act conveniently.

Zhao Xing said, "There are many places I want to go, but some places are inconvenient to visit. I would like to ask you, Master, to take on the top-level Grotto-Heaven exploration mission in the Military Realm and set up a research group."

Liu Tianning frowned.

To be honest, Zhao Xing's request wasn't excessive. For example, Fan Zhaoli took on a top-tier Grotto-Heaven exploration mission, set up a research group, and ultimately earned 1 billion points.

But Liu Tianning had never done this before, nor did he intend to study the Grotto-Heaven.

Zhao Xing seemed to have a strange sense of "hoping his teacher would become a dragon."

"Would Senior Exploration Envoy work?" Liu Tianning asked. If it were Senior Exploration Envoy, Liu Tianning could obtain it immediately, without even needing to take an exam.

Your application will be approved immediately!

Why?

What is Old Liu famous for? His Straw Man Art!

If we're talking about exploration, he's the most suitable candidate.

Upon hearing Liu Tianning's answer, Zhao Xing hesitated.

Old Liu is Senior Explorer, while the student is only an intermediate explorer, so there's not much difference, and there are geographical restrictions.

Only top-tier explorers are all-rounders; with this title, they can go anywhere.

Even after the official policies were tightened, this title still held sway.

Liu Tianning immediately understood Zhao Xing's attitude.

"Alright, then I'll be a top-tier investigator."

"Exploring the Grotto-Heaven world would certainly be beneficial for you."

The Yin Yang True Self Scripture Sutra delves into the Inner Five Elements Heavens.

The Grotto-Heaven World is another kind of small Five Elements Heaven.

Liu Tianning treats his disciples quite well; as long as they don't violate his principles, he'll generally grant their requests.

"Thank you so much, teacher!" Zhao Xing was overjoyed. "Please create more spots for the group when you form it."

"Okay." Liu Tianning nodded, agreeing already, a few more spots wouldn't be a big deal.

"You..." Liu Tianning was about to say something when he suddenly frowned. "You should go back first. Go through the side door."

Zhao Xing was somewhat surprised and didn't know what had happened, but he didn't ask any further questions.

"Yes, disciple takes his leave."

After Zhao Xing left the Ten Thousand Laws Palace, Liu Tianning sighed, "Here we go again. They've already run all the way to the Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven, why are they still chasing after them..."

After leaving Ten Thousand Laws Palace, Zhao Xing headed towards the side gate. He hadn't gone far when he noticed a thick fog rising Ten Thousand Laws Palace.

The fog enveloped the entire mountain, and no one knew what Liu Tianning was up to.

After exiting the side gate of the Ten Thousand Laws Palace, Zhao Xing planned to fly down the mountain.

However, they hadn't flown very far.

Sudden--

"Whoosh~"

A streak of seven-colored light suddenly emerged from the clouds and headed straight for Zhao Xing.

"Who goes there!"

Zhao Xing was startled and immediately used his Astral Wind to dodge.

He truly didn't expect that someone would actually attack him here.

But who is Old Master Zhao? A wary Military Sima Nong.

The Nine Heavens Astral Wind, like nine Azure Dragon descending to earth, immediately lunged at the seven-colored stream of light.

The Mist-Hiding Art was used instinctively, and the person disappeared into the mist.

"Boom!"

Unexpectedly, the nine Astral Wind Azure Dragon were actually defeated by the seven-colored stream of light!

The light emitted seven colors and even broke through his Five Elements Mist Concealment, revealing his form.

However, the colorful stream of light was also hindered, and its speed decreased.

Only then did Zhao Xing realize that it was actually a seven-colored silk ribbon.

"Huh? As expected of his disciple, she does have some skill." A woman's voice came from the sky ahead.

"Seven-Colored Cloud Brocade, embroidered with dragons and phoenixes, is this Sixth Level Divine Weapon?" Zhao Xing was stunned when he saw the colorful ribbon.

The Seven-Colored Dragon and Wind Brocade is dyed with dragon blood and wind blood. It is not something that ordinary people can use, but is reserved for royalty!

"I wonder which lord is preventing me from descending the mountain? I am Zhao Xing, a Sixth Rank Army Protector Commandant of the Divine Might Army. I do not know how I have offended you, sir," Zhao Xing called out to those around him.

"Whoosh~"

The Seven-Colored Dragon Phoenix Cloud Brocade suddenly curved and coiled, revealing a magnificent figure at the bend.

Zhao Xing glanced at it and was immediately startled; the "Great Zhou Dynasty's System of Carriages and Clothing" instantly flashed through his mind.

"A golden dragon holds Jade Pearl in its head, and a coiled dragon hairpin with tassels hangs from it."

"Nine trees of ornamental flowers, with small flowers as many as large flowers, and two sideburns."

"The ancestral robe was made of blue woven fabric, with the pattern of pheasant feathers swaying in the wind. It had a plain gauze undergarment, an apron collar, and silk gauze lining and hem, both of which were made of vermilion. The knee cover was made of dark blue with a crimson trim matching the color of the skirt, and the pheasant feathers were also used as patterns."

"The colorful Immortal Sash is seven colors; she must be either a princess or a concubine." Zhao Xing was extremely shocked by the noblewoman's attire.

It wasn't that I was stunned by this person's attire, but rather that this person was someone I knew.

He immediately knelt on one knee on the cloud, cupped his hands and bowed, saying, "Your subject, Zhao Xing, pays respects to Princess Youruo."

"Oh? Get up quickly!" The lady immediately smiled with delight.

"Thank you, Princess." Zhao Xing stood up.

"Liu Tianning mentioned me to you?" Princess Youruo suddenly spoke in a gentle voice.

"I haven't been a disciple for long." Zhao Xing paused, then added, "I was fortunate enough to see a portrait of the princess."

Both of these statements are true.

Zhao Xing had indeed been a disciple for a short time and had seen Princess Youruo's portrait.

This explains why, among so many princesses and noblewomen in the world, he could determine their identities solely by their formal attire.

However, the two have absolutely nothing to do with each other; it was purely Old Master Zhao's quick thinking.

But to Princess Youruo, it became that Zhao Xing had seen her portrait in the Ten Thousand Laws Palace not long after becoming her disciple.

"He... he still keeps my portrait..." Princess Youruo's eyes lit up noticeably.

Zhao Xing couldn't help but glance at Princess Youruo's waist.

Princess Youruo possesses a famous magical artifact called the "Earth Soul Bell".

This is an eighth-tier soul-type Divine Soldier!

Soul-type Divine Soldier, with an eighth-tier weapon comparable to a Ninth Order weapon, are considered second-tier weapons in the world!

Who is she?

She was Emperor Jing's daughter, born at the end of the Renewal Era era, and is now only in her seventies.

The emperor had many daughters, and whether they were favored or not depended entirely on the power of their maternal clans.

Princess Youruo's maternal clan is the "Azure Water Daoist Academy," one of the Seventy-Two Dao Academies.

In other words, Princess Youruo's mother was once the sect leader of the Azure Water Sect.

Going back further, her great-great-grandmother was the "Azure Cloud Matriarch".

Why was Zhao Xing able to recognize him at a glance?

The main reason was Princess Youruo, one of his employers in his previous life.

Princess Youruo was also the one who relentlessly pursued Liu Tianning during Wu Emperor's reign, making her arguably his number one enemy!

Only Wu Emperor's sister would dare to assassinate a retired first-rank Grand Minister of Agriculture again and again.

Zhao Xing had taken on several tasks from her, but he couldn't understand why this old hag was fixated on Liu Tianning.

Now, the case is solved... Well, judging from this, it's clear it's a debt of love.

However, at this time, Princess Youruo was not as abnormal as she became later, and she still looked like a little girl.

"Princess, if there's nothing else, I'll take my leave now." Zhao Xing didn't want to provoke this old hag.

"Wait, what are you panicking about! Am I... that frightening?" Princess Youruo raised her eyebrows, about to lash out, but then, remembering that Zhao Xing was Liu Tianning's disciple, her tone softened. "Don't blame me, it was just a misunderstanding. Your teacher and I are old acquaintances."

Zhao Xing was speechless. You came up here and used the Seven-Colored Dragon and Immortal Sash to tie people up. Anyone would panic, okay?

"Your subject dares not."

"Zhao Xing, since you are his disciple, I will give you a small gift as a token of my appreciation," Princess Youruo said with a smile.

Zhao Xing inwardly groaned, wondering whether to accept the call or not.

Old Liu was clearly avoiding her.

Princess Youruo didn't give Zhao Xing a chance to refuse. With a flick of her finger, a streak of light flew towards Zhao Xing.

A jade pendant radiating purple light landed in front of Zhao Xing.

When Zhao Xing saw the jade pendant, he almost immediately recognized his master's wife.

Because this is a low-grade sixth-tier Dragon Soul Jade!

He didn't want to accept it at first, but Princess Youruo offered too much!

"Since it is a gift from an elder, I, your student, am grateful for the reward." Zhao Xing respectfully accepted the jade pendant, no longer performing the official ceremony, but instead adopting the disciple's ceremony.

"Alright, alright." Princess Youruo was overjoyed. "Lead me in to see him."

"Yes." Zhao Xing turned around and sold out Old Liu. This cheap mistress was too much.

As they ascended to the mountainside, they saw swirling clouds and mist that blocked their descent.

"Princess, please return." Liu Tianning's voice came from the mountain.

"Liu Lang, why won't you see me?" Princess Youruo asked. "Don't you, a man of stature, have the courage to even see me?"

Liu Tianning remained silent.

When Zhao Xing realized things were going to go wrong, he immediately tried to slip away.

As a result Princess Youruo reached out and grabbed the Immortal Sash again, bringing Zhao Xing back.

That damned sorcerer was Fourth Grade magician. Old Master Zhao had no chance to fight back and was immediately captured and taken to You Ruo's side.

"Liu Lang, do you really refuse to see me?!" Princess Youruo's voice gradually turned cold.

The air around Zhao Xing was sucked out, and a powerful negative pressure squeezed Zhao Xing body, causing him to breathe rapidly.

That old hag has a dog-like face! She can turn on you in an instant! Old Master Zhao was on the verge of tears. Liu Tianning, come out and see her! Damn it!

"Stop!" Liu Tianning's figure quickly emerged from the clouds.

Zhao Xing was a successor he had been searching for for a long time. If he were to be ruined by You Ruo, he really didn't know when he would be able to find a second one.

"This is our private matter and none of anyone else's business," Liu Tianning said. "Let him go."

You Ruo smiled and released Zhao Xing: "Liu Lang, how could I bear to hurt your disciple? It was just a joke, Zhao Xing, don't you think?"

"Yes. The princess did not intend to harm me." Zhao Xing nodded. He had just sensed that Princess Youruo had no murderous intent.

If it were truly the moment she made her move, Old Master Zhao wouldn't have stood still without offering any resistance.

"You Ruo, come in." Liu Tianning then said to Zhao Xing, "You may step back now."

"Yes, disciple takes his leave." Zhao Xing bowed to Liu Tianning, then bowed to Princess Youruo.

Then he quickly left.

Watching Liu Tianning and Princess Youruo enter the clouds and mist.

Zhao Xing finally breathed a sigh of relief, his gossipy heart burning brightly.

"The mystery of two lifetimes has finally been solved today."

"If this were in my previous life, and I posted it on a forum, it would definitely get thousands of replies."

"I thought Liu Tianning had messed with the Eldest Princess's interests, but I never expected that the old hag was actually Liu Tianning's lover!"

"There's a story here, no, there's something going on!"

Zhao Xing felt an itch to eavesdrop, wishing he could split off a straw man and crawl inside to listen.

However, he only thought about it. Liu Tianning was Fifth Grade official with the combat strength of Fourth Grade, while Princess Youruo was directly Fourth Grade official and also had many magical artifacts.

We'll have to wait and see if we can hear any gossip about these two.

"I never imagined that Liu Tianning, such a cold-blooded madman, would have had a romantic entanglement in his youth, and with a princess at that. Tsk tsk."

Liu Tianning promised to start Exploration Team, and Zhao Xing heard some gossip today. He felt that this trip was worthwhile.

Just as Zhao Xing was about to fly away, a flying boat appeared in the sky and blocked his way.

"Hmm? Magnolia Flying Boat?" Zhao Xing looked at the flying boat, which was decorated with some beautiful flowers and plants, and even had a green bamboo growing on it.

"Young man, please wait a moment." A gentle female voice came from the airship, carried by the wind.

A gentle breeze blew, and the sound spread. Zhao Xing stopped because the wind was coming towards him, but it was not offensive and he was very polite.

"What instructions do you have, distinguished guest?" Zhao Xing stopped, the Magnolia Flying Boat now facing sideways towards Zhao Xing.

A beaded curtain rose from the window, but a veil still obscured the view, allowing only a vague outline of a woman to be seen inside.

She also had many decorations on her head, but because of the layer between them, Zhao Xing couldn't figure out where she came from.

Judging from this flying boat alone, the person who came was clearly not an ordinary person.

"I wouldn't dare, but I would like to ask you, young man, is Lord Liu Tianning on that mountain ahead?" the woman asked gently.

No way... They're here to see Old Liu again?

Zhao Xing replied, "My name is Zhao Xing. You are indeed looking for my master. May I ask your name, esteemed guest?"

"Murong Qing from the Daoyuan Continent Yuanhe County, is actually a disciple of Lord Liu. May I inform him that an old friend has come to visit?"

Upon hearing this name, Zhao Xing was utterly stunned.

I never would have guessed that Liu Tianning, with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, had so many romantic entanglements?

One princess just passed by, and now another one is coming?

Just as they were lost in thought, a light, melodious voice came from inside the cabin. "Mother, the Ten Thousand Laws Palace is just ahead, let's go straight there..."

"Shut up! How dare you be so rude!"

Upon hearing this voice, Zhao Xing was taken aback. She was accompanied by a daughter?

"My master is currently receiving guests, but I can inform him that you may wait here for a moment."

Thank you.

Zhao Xing took out the Earth Mirror and quickly sent a message to Liu Tianning.

But Old Liu didn't reply, and it's unknown whether he even saw the message.

Zhao Xing Attaining Dao, "Madam, my master is currently entertaining guests and is not available to see them at the moment. Please leave."

We can't let Old Liu's side really start fighting, otherwise he probably won't have time to do things for me.

Hearing this, the lady of the Magnolia Flying Boat was somewhat disappointed.

However, her manners were far better than Princess Youruo's.

"Since it's not a good time, I'll visit another day. Please tell him I'll come again in three days."

"Please take care, Madam. I will certainly inform you." Zhao Xing bowed.

The Magnolia Flying Boat turned around and quickly disappeared into the horizon.

Watching the airship depart, Zhao Xing didn't know what to say.

"Given Princess Youruo's personality, if we were to encounter her, it would probably be a real battleground," Zhao Xing said. "A battleground for Master's wife? What a strange premise!"

Zhao Xing told Liu Tianning about Murong Qing's arrival and the appointment to visit him three days later.

After waiting for a while and seeing that no one else came to the Ten Thousand Laws Palace territory, he left.

Back at the Eighteen Locust Willow Courtyard, Zhao Xing suddenly realized something.

"The fact that the Ten Yang Grotto-Heaven Heavenly Spirit Essence has probably been foreseen by many powerful and influential people."

"The sudden emergence of so many powerful figures from different places is clear proof of this."

"Princess Youruo and Murong Qing may not have come specifically to find Liu Tianning, otherwise why would they choose this time of year?"

Zhao Xing narrowed his eyes slightly.

Daoyuan Continent is more than 108,000 miles away.

They came all this way because they could smell it!

"No, we must finalize this as soon as possible. We also need to tell Xia Jing to get a spot for them as quickly as possible and make sure they are fully prepared! It will be too late if we wait any longer!"