I Can Fix My Talent in Hundred Lives

Chapter 645: Chapter 492: Illusory Heart Volume 10_5

"If my disciple could truly strive harder and grasp the nine-fold destiny within the Myriad Tribulations Pearl, comprehend the Dao Principle to Perfection, and achieve Secret Techniques to Great Success, they would be able to rival ordinary Void Refining practitioners."

"The next Three Extremes Dao Assembly is still three hundred years away!"

"Who knows, my disciple might have the chance to shine there and compete with the prodigies of the Immortal Mansion."

Hope flickered in Chen Sheng’s eyes, though he heard Huang Wangyou call him:

"Brother Yun, it’s time to eat!"

Chen Sheng displayed a faint smile, "I’m coming!"

Since his second life, he had lost track of how many years it had been since he’d last tasted mortal food.

These past twenty years, although he possessed Supreme Divine Techniques, he lived increasingly like a commoner, and his spirit became ever more lively.

"Immortality itself is but a human virtue!"

...

At the same time, Qi Mang had arrived at the traveling palace outside the State City of the southern state.

Within the palace, Zhou Yunshe and dozens of Tributor members from the Imperial Observatory had already lined up, all dressed in formal attire with respectful expressions.

Seeing Qi Mang step into the traveling palace, everyone immediately knelt on one knee, shouting in unison:

"We, your subjects, pay our respects to Your Majesty!"

Qi Mang slowly proceeded to the Main Position, emanating a powerful aura that spread throughout the hall, starkly different from his humble demeanor at the Herb Hall.

He raised his hand, his tone indifferent yet carrying undeniable authority, showcasing imperial majesty:

"Rise."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"

The entourage of Tributor members responded in unison, then gradually stood up, heads bowed, not daring to look up even slightly.

Qi Mang’s gaze fell upon Zhou Yunshe, and he calmly instructed:

"Convey my decree, Wang Huai’an, the governor of the southern state, is to be reassigned to the Northwest Army as a front-line staff officer, departing immediately without delay."

Pausing momentarily, his tone became even more solemn:

"Additionally, five Tributor members from the Imperial Observatory are to station in the southern state to safeguard the Herb Hall, without causing any disturbance; violators shall be charged with treason!"

Zhou Yunshe felt a tremor in his heart and immediately bowed to accept the order:

"I, your servant, comply with the decree!"

He understood that the esteemed Mr. Tang of the Herb Hall might truly be the legendary imperial mentor!

...

Days later, an imperial edict reached the southern state’s administrative office.

Upon receiving the decree, Wang Huai’an turned pale.

Though he didn’t understand why he was suddenly reassigned to the barren and frigid northwest, he dared not show any resistance, hastily packing his things, and leaving in disarray.

More shocking was that the edict explicitly promoted Liu Chu, the secretary of the southern state, advancing him three ranks to assume the governor’s position, wielding the power over an entire state.

Standing in the central hall of the office, Liu Chu, holding the imperial edict, was dumbfounded, his mind blank.

He never imagined that he could ascend in one leap from a seventh-grade secretary to a fourth-grade governor.

The assistant governor of the state was equally stunned:

"Such favor is nothing short of a fantastical tale!"

"Could it be that a woman from the Liu family has entered the Imperial Palace?"

The official delivering the decree was, surprisingly, the Tributor, Zhou Yunshe, who silently observed and thought to himself:

"This young man has indeed been fortunate, forming a connection with that esteemed figure."

As he thought this, a hint of envy flickered in his eyes.

Once Liu Chu regained his composure, he immediately knelt to accept the decree, kowtowing in gratitude:

"I, your servant Liu Chu, thank Your Majesty for the immense favor!"

Zhou Yunshe stepped forward and helped Liu Chu up, his tone exceedingly gentle, even offering deliberate hints:

"Governor Liu, His Majesty has high hopes for you. There is one paramount duty in your new role that you must remember."

Liu Chu quickly bowed, speaking with respect:

"Please, Lord Zhou, guide me; I am eager to listen."

Zhou Yunshe’s gaze turned serious, and he solemnly declared:

"His Majesty decrees that the Herb Hall of the southern state is of utmost importance."

"During your tenure, your primary task is to ensure the peace of the Herb Hall, preventing any individual or faction from causing a disturbance."

"If the Herb Hall encounters any trouble, you are to resolve it with all your might. Should you be unable to resolve it, report it directly to me, and do not, under any circumstances, lapse in diligence."

Upon hearing this, Liu Chu’s heart surged with waves of astonishment, unable to calm for a long time.

He finally understood that his rapid promotion was no coincidence, entirely due to his connection with the Herb Hall.

He counted himself fortunate for always treating the Herb Hall with the utmost respect, never showing a hint of negligence.

Liu Chu internally mused:

"Brother Tang’s connection isn’t just with a prominent figure; not even a sovereign’s own father might receive such treatment!"

"Just who exactly is Brother Tang?"

In his view, that Brother Tang, with extraordinary medical skills and an impeccable family, suddenly assumed a more mysterious aura, deepening Liu Chu’s respect and awe.

He hurriedly bowed to Zhou Yunshe, his tone resolute:

"I will heed Lord Zhou’s guidance, follow the decree to the letter, and ensure the safety of the Herb Hall, without the slightest error!"

Zhou Yunshe nodded with satisfaction, then turned and left.

Liu Chu remained standing, his hands still slightly trembling as he held the imperial edict:

"I must remember how I came by this official cap!"

He had already resolved in his heart to view matters related to the Herb Hall as his utmost priority for the rest of his life, never daring to neglect it in the slightest.