Su Qing

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Su Qing (蘇清)
Alias(es)	Young Master Su; Young Master of the Realm Protectorate; Master
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Realm Protectorate 1
Occupation/Role	Young Master of the Realm Protectorate; investigator of the Duke of Tang case 1 18
Status	Active 67
First Appearance	Chapter 1

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Entry Level (approaching breakthrough)	8	Accumulates roughly a year of True Qi through feedback from Qin Lan Shan, bringing him close to leaving the Entry Level. 8
Third-Rate	14	Absorbs a large reserve of True Qi from his necklace and formally enters the Third-Rate. 14
Near Second-Rate	58	His improved strength and perception allow him to catch Zi Ling's surprise attack; he is described as nearing Second-Rate expert level. 58

Background / History

Su Qing awakened memories of a previous life more than a decade late and learned that, in the original game-like storyline, he was an “ancient sinner” destined to be sacrificed before the main plot truly began. The Realm Protectorate was to collapse amid political suspicion, his elder sister would be condemned for holding excessive military power, and Su Qing himself would become a scapegoat for the resulting chaos. Armed with knowledge of the plot, he resolves not to follow that route. 1

When Qin Lan Shan seeks help for the disgraced Duke of Tang, Su Qing immediately recognizes that her appeal could pull the Realm Protectorate into a political trap. He nevertheless accepts the opportunity on his own terms, securing Qin’s allegiance and using her alchemy to obtain a life-extending pill. 1 2 8 15

Su Qing presents the Returning Spring Pills to the Yan Emperor, gaining a seven-day appointment to investigate the Duke of Tang’s alleged collusion with foreign powers. This reverses the Realm Protectorate’s immediate political crisis and earns him the generals’ respect. 18 34

Appearance

Su Qing is a handsome young man with a gentle, jade-like appearance, often dressed in white robes. 1

• Initially appeared frail and sickly to those around him. 6
• His physique rapidly becomes slim but distinctly muscular, with visible abdominal muscles. 6
• Maintains a calm, refined exterior even when confronting opponents or political threats. 2 18

Personality

Su Qing is calculating, self-assured, and highly unwilling to let others dictate his choices. He treats the original storyline as a death trap to be dismantled, using foreknowledge to identify political schemes, hidden identities, and advantageous opportunities before they fully unfold. 1 11 46

He is adept at manipulating appearances: he can present himself as weak or cooperative when it benefits him, then reveal force, leverage, or information at the decisive moment. His methods are often coercive and provocative, particularly toward those whose loyalty or potential he intends to secure. 14 17 28

Despite his self-serving methods, Su Qing consistently protects assets and allies he considers his responsibility. He refuses to abandon Qin Lan Shan during public accusations, promotes Jun Huang’s contributions to the Yan Emperor, and works to save Chen Chu Ci from the Heavenly Principles Sect’s control. 38 39 43 53

Abilities & Skills

Foreknowledge and Deduction

Su Qing’s recovered memories give him knowledge of the world’s original plot and allow him to anticipate schemes that others mistake for coincidence.

• Identified Qin Lan Shan’s appeal as part of a larger attempt to endanger the Realm Protectorate. 1
• Correctly anticipated Ye Qinglan’s intended warning during their first meeting. 11
• Exposed Chen Chu Ci’s hidden plans and identity as a Heavenly Principles Sect Candidate Saintess. 45 46
• Exploits special rules of the Dragon Burial Wall, treating it as an opportunity to use his knowledge of the setting. 66

True Qi Cultivation

Su Qing cultivates through accumulated True Qi, much of it stored in and delivered through his necklace.

• Can absorb True Qi reserves from the necklace to improve his cultivation. 14
• Receives repeated True Qi feedback through Qin Lan Shan’s emotional and loyalty-based responses. 7 8 31
• Unleashed the necklace’s stored power as a one-time palm strike equivalent to six months of power, forcing a dissenting general to kneel. 14
• His combat technique remains comparatively crude despite his growing strength. 38

Political Strategy

Su Qing understands that imperial favor is more decisive than public opinion in the Tang State Residence case.

• Wins the Yan Emperor’s support by offering life-extending Returning Spring Pills. 18
• Uses his appointment to investigate the Duke of Tang case to gain time and authority. 18 34
• Accepts the Yan Emperor’s task of clearing Heavenly Principles Sect forces in the Capital in exchange for the Duke of Tang’s eventual release. 53
• Publicly credits Jun Huang for the campaign against the sect, strengthening her standing with the emperor. 53 54

Intelligence and Infiltration

Su Qing builds an information network while infiltrating and selectively dismantling the Heavenly Principles Sect.

• Uses the sect’s core secret code to disarm Hall Master Tian Shu and rescue Chen Chu Ci. 43
• Turns Chen Chu Ci into a Saintess operating within the sect to warn members and raise her influence. 61
• Recruits Zi Lan’s intelligence network and Zi Ling’s assassination capability. 58
• Deliberately avoids eradicating every sect hideout at once, recognizing that becoming indispensable could also make him a target. 61

Medical Knowledge

Su Qing possesses practical knowledge of treatment and acupuncture points.

• Helps Jun Huang recover from exhaustion through massage and pressure-point knowledge. 51 52
• Oversees Chen Chu Ci’s recovery after she is freed from Heavenly Principles Sect puppetry. 44

Equipment / Weapons / Items

• True Qi Necklace — Stores large reserves of True Qi for cultivation or temporary explosive attacks. 14
• Soul Shackling Ring — Collar-like restraint used to bind Qin Lan Shan’s allegiance to him. 3
• Returning Spring Pills — Life-extending pills obtained through Qin Lan Shan’s alchemy; each pill extends the Yan Emperor’s life by three days. 18
• Listening Rain Pavilion jade token — Token directing him to personally prove his worth before receiving further assistance from his elder sister’s network. 26

Relationships

• Qin Lan Shan — His sworn subordinate, called his “Little Slave.” Su Qing uses her alchemy and loyalty to navigate the Duke of Tang crisis, while consistently defending her against public suspicion. 8 15 31 38 39
• Lian Yin — His personal maid. Su Qing suspects her unclear origins may connect her to the world-destroying enchantress, so he keeps her close while withholding full trust. 1 7 22
• Jun Huang — First Princess and a sister-like figure from his childhood. Their relationship mixes rivalry, teasing, mutual support, and Su Qing’s efforts to prepare her for a future role as Empress. 16 17 25 53 54
• Ye Qinglan — Goddess of Sacred Purity Mountain and an early opponent whose schemes against the Realm Protectorate Su Qing recognizes. He captures her and seeks to force her into becoming his subordinate. 10 11 26 28
• Chen Chu Ci — Chen Family’s famed talented woman and a Heavenly Principles Sect Candidate Saintess. Su Qing rescues her from puppetry, uncovers her identity, and later uses her position within the sect. 43 45 46 61
• Zi Lan — Intelligence specialist recruited as a subordinate; her network gives Su Qing broader access to information in the Capital. 56 58
• Zi Ling — Assassin recruited alongside Zi Lan after Su Qing offers to help uncover the culprit behind their clan’s tragedy. 58
• Yan Emperor — Political partner and wary superior. Su Qing wins his favor with life-extending pills, while the emperor uses the Heavenly Principles Sect campaign to test and restrain him. 18 53
• Su Qing’s elder sister — The Martial God of the Realm Protectorate. Her influence and trained subordinates support Su Qing, though she limits direct assistance and expects him to prove himself. 26 59

Story Role / Major Arcs

Tang State Residence Crisis

Su Qing turns Qin Lan Shan’s plea for help into leverage, gains her allegiance, and has her refine the longevity elixir needed to influence the Yan Emperor. He then secures official authority to investigate Duke Tang’s case rather than allowing the Realm Protectorate to be politically cornered. 1 8 15 18

Confrontation with Ye Qinglan

After recognizing Ye Qinglan as a hidden architect of his intended downfall, Su Qing openly challenges her. He later arranges her capture and attempts to break her confidence and recruit her as his lackey. 10 11 26 28

Chen Family and Heavenly Principles Sect Investigation

Su Qing identifies the Chen Family as a key target in the Tang State Residence investigation, interrupts its gathering, protects Qin Lan Shan during an assassination attempt, and exposes the Heavenly Principles Sect’s influence over Chen Chu Ci. He ultimately captures Hall Master Tian Shu and begins using Chen Chu Ci’s Saintess identity against the sect. 35 38 43 45 61

Building Influence in the Capital

Following his successes, Su Qing earns recognition from the Realm Protectorate’s generals and the Yan Emperor. He recruits Zi Lan and Zi Ling, gains access to intelligence and assassination resources, and uses them to publicize Ye Qinglan’s presence in the Capital. 34 53 58 59

Notable Quotes

“Just a humble one, biding my time for over a decade. Now I'm too lazy to pretend.” 14

“Just because you can't do it doesn't mean I can't.” 17

“I am a bad person, what is the point of you telling me this?” 28

Trivia

• Su Qing openly admits that his polished comments about tea are “fixed small talk” rather than genuine expertise. 56
• He considers dependence on his advice a weakness for Jun Huang and deliberately withholds some information so she will learn to think independently. 25
• The rumors spread by his network link him romantically to Ye Qinglan, greatly frustrating the Goddess. 58 59