Mortal Dynasty?
These words were like a thunderclap from a clear sky.
The expressions on the faces of the Lu Clan elders instantly changed from confusion to horror.
A mortal dynasty...
How could someone raise such a monster as a young girl?
Lu Changfeng and Lu Gexian exchanged a glance, both seeing undisguised shock in each other's eyes.
Is that land and water truly so nourishing?
Or is it...?
This woman possessed extraordinary talent, attracting the attention of a Grotto-Heaven who took her in as a disciple. Now, having mastered her skills, she has returned to her hometown to give back to her community.
Whichever the possibility is.
All of this is enough to illustrate one point.
The woman before him was not the kind of cold-hearted person who would forget her roots once she got the fortuitous opportunity.
Who is Lu Gexian?
Although he has been in seclusion for a long time and has not heard about clan affairs, how could his mind be any less sharp than that of a young person?
If even Lu Changfeng could understand this, how could he not?
Such a prodigy's future achievements are beyond the imagination of ordinary people.
At this moment, her request is not a problem for the Lu Family, but rather a tremendous fortuitous opportunity!
Offering help in times of need is far better than adding flowers to brocade.
Thinking of this...
Lu Gexian had already made up his mind.
The old man took a deep breath, the surprise and doubt on his face completely disappearing. "Young lady, your heart is devoted to your homeland. Such sentiment is truly admirable. What is a mere fragment of the Golden Body Method scroll compared to that?"
" The Lu Family is willing to dedicate the entire clan's strength to assist the Great Tang in reverting to the Incense Divine Path and divine worship!"
The Great Tang.
Since the day Jiang Yuechu left the capital, a strange phenomenon has appeared throughout the Great Tang Dynasty.
Construction is in full swing across the country.
One after another, brand-new temples rose from the ground.
Chang'an Imperial City.
The young emperor put down his pen and rubbed his temples.
"Is it all built?"
The old eunuch bowed and said, " Your His Majesty, in accordance with your decree, the temples in various prefectures and counties have been completed one after another."
"However... no region dares to act arbitrarily, so His Majesty must decide what form the statue should take."
Upon hearing this...
The emperor's lips unconsciously curled up slightly.
Decide?
What further decision is needed?
Ever since Jiang Yuechu mentioned this important matter of incense becoming a god to him, only one thought has remained in his mind.
This Great Tang Dynasty, a vast and boundless land.
Besides her, who else is qualified to sit on that Divine Altar and receive the incense offerings of the people?
But that girl seemed to have anticipated his thoughts all along.
Before leaving, he gave me countless instructions and reminders.
The temple can be built first.
But the matter of the statue must be discussed after she returns.
only...
The emperor picked up his teacup and blew away the foam on the surface.
Discuss.
It's a discussion.
It didn't say I couldn't prepare in advance.
"How about this?"
The young emperor pondered for a moment, then said softly, "First, have someone carve a few smaller statues in the likeness of Guyue. They don't need to be too big, just half a person's height will do. Then... just put them in the storeroom for now."
The old eunuch was taken aback, somewhat puzzled.
this...
Carved but never used...
What does this mean?
The emperor spoke indifferently, "In your opinion, what kind of person should sit on this Divine Altar?"
The old eunuch lowered his eyes, his mind racing.
The Great Tang's reliance on incense offerings is a matter of national destiny and is by no means a trivial matter.
The person sitting on this Divine Altar would later become the pillar of the Great Tang.
Who is it?
Former Late Emperor?
no.
Although the Late Emperor had made great achievements, his soul had long since returned to heaven and earth.
How can one become a repository of the Great Tang's incense offerings?
Forcing its establishment would be nothing more than building castles in the air, deceiving oneself.
High Antiquity sages?
That won't do either.
Putting aside the fact that those sages have little to do with the present Great Tang... even if they were indeed established, not all sages are dead; some have left this land and disappeared without a trace. Who knows if they are still alive?
If he suddenly comes back... that would be really awkward.
Then... His Majesty?
The old eunuch had barely entertained the thought when he immediately suppressed it.
As for the reason...
I dare not think about it, I dare not think about it...
In conclusion
The person chosen for this Divine Altar must not only be connected to the destiny of the Great Tang, but also possess extraordinary abilities to govern this vast land and bear the weight of the people's wishes...
A glimmer of clarity flashed in his cloudy old eyes.
He slowly raised his head, his voice hoarse. " Your His Majesty, this old servant is foolish and ignorant, but I believe that in this world, there is one who is qualified to sit on Divine Altar and receive the incense offerings of all people..."
"Only Her Grand Princess."
Upon hearing this...
The young emperor was taken aback at first, then burst into loud laughter.
"Very well, only Her Grand Princess!"
"That's what I think too!"
Guyue, oh Guyue...
Look.
People's hearts are all connected.
I think that way, and this old codger thinks the same way.
What does this mean?
This clearly shows that most people think this way!
It is clear that there is indeed no room for anyone else on this Divine Altar besides her.
If that's the case, what's wrong with me making preparations in advance?
This is not because I did not heed advice, but because it is the will of Heaven and the people; it is indeed so!
Thinking of this, the young emperor was in a great mood.
So they simply gave up on the idea of building a few and storing them in the warehouse.
With a wave of his sleeve, he declared, "Issue my decree!"
"Order the Ministry of Works to work through the night to sculpt Golden Body Manifestation based on the appearance of the Grand Princess!"
"We'll mold it to whatever size you need!"
"I decree that throughout the Great Tang Dynasty, wherever there is a temple, may the divine light of my imperial sister protect it!"
Meanwhile, Lu Gexian, the head of the Lu Family, led Jiang Yuechu and her group into the inner hall.
This place is quiet and peaceful, unlike the hustle and bustle outside.
Dismiss those around you and serve fragrant tea.
After Jiang Yuechu took her seat, she interrupted the other party who was about to exchange pleasantries and said directly, "I'm sure you all already know why I've come."
Upon hearing this, Lu Gexian nodded solemnly. "Since you are familiar with the path of incense offerings, you must also be aware of its drawbacks... This path is governed by the Incense and Fire Prayer Power and vows. Once one leaves one's own territory, one is like a rootless duckweed, losing only one-tenth of one's Divine Ability. This is one reason. Secondly, the incense offerings are mixed, and the power of vows is tainted by the selfish desires of the people. Being influenced by this for a long time can easily pollute Dao Heart and disrupt one's mind. One's strength will be difficult to compare with that of a legitimate cultivator of the same realm."
Jiang Yuechu listened quietly, her expression unchanged.
She had anticipated these drawbacks.
But everything has two sides.
Lu Gexian changed the subject. "The tradition of incense offerings, since it has been preserved here, naturally has its merits."
"Firstly, it's about the speed of cultivation."
"As long as the incense is burning brightly and the believers are devout, one's cultivation can progress by leaps and bounds, far surpassing ordinary methods."
Secondly...
Lu Gexian paused, lowering his voice slightly.
"For the party that erects the statue, they can receive the power of the deity's wishes in return, and can even use the various Divine Ability of incense offerings without having to specialize in them."
From what I hear...
If a statue is sculpted in one's own likeness, can one also gain benefits?
Upon hearing this, Jiang Yuechu's eyes finally brightened a little.
Furthermore...
Lu Gexian stroked his beard and smiled, a meaningful expression on his face.
"That's what makes the Golden Body Method special."
"Why is there such a huge difference between the Incense Path Golden Body Method with and without the Golden Body Method? The most fundamental reason is that those who possess the divine statue can condense Golden Body. Not only can fellow cultivators borrow the power of the Golden Body, but they can also regard the Golden Body as an avatar to guard a region."
"This clone does not harm the cultivator's core, but possesses seven or eight tenths of the cultivator's strength. As long as the incense continues to burn, the Golden Body will not perish."