help?
Chen Qingyu was taken aback for a moment, and couldn't help but ask in surprise:
Dad, is there anything else I can help you with?
As he spoke, he pointed to himself:
You have the cultivation of the Void Penetration Realm, while I'm just a nobody in the True Gang Realm.
If you can't solve it, why would you expect me to?
Alright!
Chen Zhengxing waved his hand and said in a deep voice:
The favor I need from you this time has nothing to do with your cultivation level, but rather with your identity.
Since you are to serve as the inspector of Central Capital Yangchuan, a position of great power and influence, you are more suitable than me to handle this matter.
Upon hearing this, Chen Qingyu's expression immediately changed, and he asked:
So what exactly happened?
Chen Zhengxing sighed and slowly said:
Do you remember?
As I told you before, after that earth-shattering event more than sixty years ago, our lineage was almost completely wiped out, and we were basically removed from the main line.
The Ninth Ancestor pitied my talent, which is why he didn't execute me but demoted me to guard the Great Yin Grotto. This was tantamount to keeping me in the Divine Capital and tacitly allowing me to retain my status as a direct descendant of the clan.
But I have several surviving uncles and brothers, whose families were stripped of their direct lineage and expelled from the Divine Capital.
Upon hearing this, Chen Qingyu immediately understood:
So, my uncles and cousins' families are all in Central Capital Yangchuan?
right.
Chen Zhengxing's expression was complex, and his voice was somewhat low:
After being expelled from the Divine Capital, these families went to live in Central Capital Yangchuan, the closest city to the Divine Capital.
Back then, I made a terrible mistake, causing their family to be destroyed and me to almost die tragically. In the end, I was also banished from the Divine Capital.
Our family has let them down; we owe them so much.
He paused for a moment, then looked at Chen Qingyu:
For so many years, before you determined my talent, I had to guard the Great Yin Grotto and couldn't get away.
I don't know if they're doing well, or if they still hate me.
I've always wanted to meet them in person, apologize, and ask for their forgiveness, but I haven't had the right opportunity.
But now that you are to take on the role of inspector of Central Capital Yangchuan, this is a perfect opportunity.
After listening, Chen Qingyu nodded silently and said:
I see.
Dad, do you want me to represent you and try to mend the rift from back then, to make amends?
Although Chen Zhengxing exceptional strength, he is not suited to intervene in this matter.
First, although his status was not bad, he did not hold any position in the Lineage and did not wield any power; he was essentially a commoner without any official title.
Secondly, he had only been released from criminal charges more than half a year ago, so it was not easy for him to make demands on the Lineage's upper echelons.
right.
Chen Zhengxing nodded slightly and said:
Our lineage was originally one of the strongest among the direct descendants of the Chen Clan family.
It was only because of a turmoil back then that we declined and perished. Now that you have become the Daoist of the Chen Clan Dao Son, it is time for our lineage to be restored as the main branch and to be revived.
Besides trying to make amends to them, perhaps you can also find a way to bring them back to the Divine Capital.
Chen Qingyu nodded and said:
Dad, please let me know. I'll definitely get it done.
For him, going to Central Capital Yangchuan to make amends to those relatives and even bring them back to Divine Capital was a trivial matter.
As long as he brings it up, not to mention the Ninth Ancestor, even the clan leader and many elders will not refuse him.
Um.
Chen Zhengxing nodded in response and said:
Son, I'm entrusting this matter to you.
Make preparations and head to Central Capital Yangchuan as soon as possible. Don't let the Ninth Ancestor and the others keep urging you.
Chen Qingyu nodded and agreed.
A moment later:
After quickly packing up, he bid farewell to his father, Chen Zhengxing, and headed to the Ten Thousand Cities Hall in the central area of Divine Capital.
Ten Thousand Cities Hall was one of the important sites of the Chen Clan of Changluo.
The system of ten thousand cities implemented by the Chen Clan was directly governed by the Ten Thousand Cities Hall, which wielded immense power and was personally managed by a Golden Hall Elder, directly subordinate to the Floating Heavenly Palace.
A moment later:
Upon arriving at the Ten Thousand Cities Hall, Chen Qingyu announced his arrival and was immediately and respectfully invited inside by the palace attendants.
Inside the hall, he saw an acquaintance and was somewhat surprised:
Grandfather?
The person in front of them was none other than Elder Chen Yuande, the grandfather of Chen Qinghan's brother.
Little Qingyu, we meet again.
Chen Yuande stroked his beard and smiled, nodding in acknowledgment.
It turns out that Yuande's great-uncle was the head elder of the Ten Thousand Cities Hall.
Chen Qingyu suddenly understood and politely bowed:
Your great-uncle is courteous.
No need for formalities.
Chen Yuande waved his hand, gesturing for him to sit down to the side.
After the two were seated, Chen Yuande looked at him and said with a smile:
Qingyu, you've kept this old man waiting for a very long time.
Your appointment was issued long ago, but only today have you finally had the time and willingness to go to Central Capital Yangchuan to take up your post.
Chen Qingyu was slightly embarrassed and said awkwardly:
I apologize for making you laugh, my great-uncle; I was delayed because of my own personal matters.
Hahaha
Upon hearing this, Chen Yuande laughed heartily:
Little Qingyu, you've misunderstood. I didn't mean to blame you.
You are Dao Son Chen Clan, and taking up your post is just a formality. Your own affairs are more important.
Upon hearing this, Chen Qingyu chuckled.
Clearly, the upper echelons of the Chen Clan shared the same attitude, believing that his spiritual practice was of paramount importance.
Great-uncle.
He took the initiative to ask:
I haven't yet asked my great-uncle what exactly this position of Inspector is.
Upon hearing this, Chen Yuande stroked his beard and said:
This inspector is essentially the representative of our Divine Capital in this region; the specific position is quite simple.
As he explained in detail, Chen Qingyu finally understood.
Overall:
In the Ancient Kingdom of Chenliu, due to the implementation of the system of ten thousand cities, the lower the city's rank, the greater its autonomy.
The reason is that these low-level cities are of negligible importance, so the capital Divine Capital simply doesn't bother with them.
Therefore, the higher the city's level, the more restrictions it is subject to.
In particular, the ten second-tier capital cities, such as Central Capital Yangchuan and Western Capital Ligu, each held a pivotal position and were directly governed by the Divine Capital.
The ten capital cities not only had to pay taxes and tributes to the Divine Capital and be at the command of the capital at any time, but the resignation and succession of each city lord and other important positions Divine Capital for approval.
besides:
In the Divine Capital, there is a more direct means of surveillance: dispatching an inspector!
This inspector is usually a top-tier prodigy from the direct lineage of a person of extremely high status, noble identity, and exceptional talent in cultivation. He is responsible for representing the Divine Capital and exercising the power of supervision.
The inspectors wielded immense power, having the authority to oversee and supervise all aspects of the territory under their jurisdiction, including all personnel.
If there is any violation of the rules, they even have the authority to act first and report later!
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