Chapter 1328: Chapter 20 Dragon and Tiger Gold Thread
The Son of Heaven’s internal treasury is also located within the Qi Palace, and is considered a critical area.
The yellow-tier Dao Technique bestowed upon Zhongxuan Zun was directly taken out from the internal treasury and given to him, whether it is suitable or not is hard to say. Zhongxuan Zun himself indeed does not lack powerful Dao Techniques.
However, Jiang Wang’s yellow-tier Dao Technique allowed him to personally go to the internal treasury to choose, so he naturally took great care in selecting the most suitable one.
Dao Techniques are generally divided into four ranks and twelve grades, covering all stages of Dao Techniques before reaching the God Descending Realm.
Dao Techniques that transcend the four ranks and twelve grades are further divided into four levels, known as Heaven, Earth, Mysterious, Yellow.
From this perspective, one can see that there indeed exists a huge gap before and after reaching God Arrives.
Therefore, the result of the confrontation between Tian Anping and Liu Xiao was particularly terrifying. Even though he had once reached God Descending, possessing the genuine perspective of God Descending and perhaps some remaining God Descending techniques... this battle felt particularly surreal.
Jiang Wang himself pondered for a long time, had discussed with Zhongxuan Sheng, Li Longchuan, and Yan Fu, and finally fixated on the peculiar "Inner Mansion" of Tian Anping.
Regrettably, although curious, he was not willing to go to Ji City to observe closely, so he had to set aside his curiosity.
Generally speaking, the cultivation threshold for second-level Dao Techniques of Mysterious Yellow is God Arrives. For second-level Heaven and Earth Dao Techniques, the threshold lies in the Transcendence Realm.
However, those born with unique veins, natural prodigies who can create high-level Dao Techniques, or those with other talents... also have the possibility to master them early.
As a cultivator in the Inner Mansion Realm, Jiang Wang has mastered first-grade top-tier Dao Techniques of the Outer Building level like the Eight Tones Burning Sea.
Under the enhancement of Samadhi True Fire, the Art of the Fire Realm is even close to transcendent quality. Of course, Divine Skills are inherently unique, and secret techniques mixed with the power of Divine Skills should not be confused with other Dao Techniques, and should be discussed separately.
Having been informed in advance, Jiang Wang had just arrived at the palace gate and saw Mr. Qiu waiting there.
Dressed in the Ministry of Rites’ eunuch attire, he carried an amiable demeanor. His face full of smiles showed not the slightest impatience.
Jiang Wang swiftly stepped forward and politely said, "How dare I trouble Mr. Qiu to wait?"
Mr. Qiu, smiling, said: "I also just arrived not long ago."
With that, he stepped aside: "Son of Qingyang, please come this way."
All this while, he had shown considerable goodwill towards Jiang Wang. A Writing Eunuch waiting outside the palace gate, isn’t this a scene that not just anyone can witness?
They have the power to transcribe imperial decrees, and to some extent can represent the Son of Heaven, hence seen officials need not bow. This shows great regard for Jiang Wang.
Jiang Wang did not act arrogantly because of this, instead, his attitude was even more humble: "Mr. Qiu, please lead the way, I shall follow!"
The tall and majestic guards silently stood by the palace gate, and to the widely renowned Jiang Qingyang, they did not give an extra glance.
Speaking of which, Jiang Wang, this third-ranked golden mace samurai, also has the duty of guarding the Imperial Palace. Of course, if he were on duty, he would be guarding the Son of Heaven’s bedroom or in front of the Purple Pole Hall. Without the Emperor’s command, he quietly serves as a ceremonial guard. With the Emperor’s command, he would execute the criminals—of course, this is just rhetorical, and almost never happens.
Jiang Wang, with eyes straight ahead, followed Mr. Qiu and entered through the palace gate.
The location of the Son of Heaven’s internal treasury is certainly not comparable to the almost abandoned Blue Stone Palace. With security checkpoints every five steps and guards every ten steps, the security is particularly strict.
Mr. Qiu, leading the way, slightly turned and with a smile said: "Last time I accompanied the Son of Qingyang to the technique library, there weren’t many people fighting for it. This time I wonder how many people were vying to come and wait, still it was eunuch Han who said that I am familiar with the Son of Qingyang, so he asked me to come. How many people are envious!"
No one dislikes flattery, unless you flatter like Jiang Wang flattering Cao Jie, which was quite unnatural.
Mr. Qiu was clearly adept in this art, his flattery was impeccably smooth and silent.
Although Jiang Wang was embarrassed to accept such praise, it also relaxed him a lot: "Mr. Qiu, you are too kind. Among the internal officials, you are a top figure. To know you is actually my fortune!"
As both exchanged praises, they talked and arrived at the location.
Theoretically, the Son of Heaven’s internal treasury is the private property of the Emperor, and the treasures contained inside are extremely valuable. The expenditure of the internal treasury is often for the enjoyment of the Emperor.
But the current Emperor Qi often uses the internal treasury to subsidize the state treasury, which is why he is praised by the court and the people as virtuous.
With Mr. Qiu accompanying, many trivial matters were avoided, and the two directly entered into the private collection of techniques of the Son of Heaven.
A jade light treasure platform, shaped like an hourglass, spreads out throughout the field of view.
Each jade light treasure platform represents one yellow-tier Dao Technique, densely packed like a forest.
The platforms are covered with a flowing light cover, making it difficult to see clearly what is inside. However, the related introductions of each Dao Technique are engraved on the pillars of the platforms.
The dazzling array made Jiang Wang’s eyes swim.
Yellow-tier Dao Techniques are already at the God-approaching level, and although he still cannot master them now, he should also prepare in advance. After all, he is not like those noble sons from deep-rooted families who have corresponding Secret Techniques to cultivate at each level.
He already has a technique like Flame Flower Burning City as a reserve, so the new yellow-tier Dao Techniques should be carefully selected, and ideally should complement Flame Flower Burning City.
After looking around for a long time, Mr. Qiu finally spoke: "Does the Son of Qingyang need help?"
The Eye of Qian Yang acquired last time in the treasury was very useful, and Jiang Wang was not without hope for Mr. Qiu’s help this time, although firstly he felt a bit improper to ask, and secondly, he was not sure whether Mr. Qiu was sufficiently acquainted with the Emperor’s private collection of techniques.
Upon hearing this, he said immediately: "Jiang Wang would be unable to ask for more!"
Mr. Qiu smiled and said: "Son of Qingyang, feel free to state your request."
"Preferably a Dao Technique that restrains and controls the enemy," Jiang Wang’s thought was clear.
Mr. Qiu thought briefly, then smiled: "Coincidentally, there is a Dao Technique that meets your requirements!"
He crossed several jade light podiums, stopping after nineteen steps.
"This is the one!"
As Jiang Wang approached and saw, he realized what Mr. Qiu meant by "coincidence"—this yellow-tier Dao Technique was again a legacy of Old Yang, named "Dragon and Tiger."
The inscription on the jade light podium stated: The human spine is the dragon, which can summon the eight winds as the tiger. Command the dragon to coil, order the tiger to sit, thus imprisoning the person.
The end notes: This technique derives from the Old Sunlight Imperial House.
From the inscription, the so-called Dragon and Tiger precisely means to lock the dragon and imprison the tiger.
Jiang Wang thought briefly, then said: "I trust Mr. Qiu’s judgment, I will choose this technique."
Mr. Qiu, clean-shaven and pale-faced, when he smiled gave a very serene feeling. He then took out a token, pressed it down on the jade light podium.
The shield of flowing light instantly became vibrant with colors, and the treasure light scattered in four directions.
"Just reach your hand in," Mr. Qiu said.
Therefore, Jiang Wang extended his hand into it; he couldn’t see exactly what was inside the shield of flowing light, but when his hand entered, a tide of complex information flowed through his mind.
There was not only Dragon and Tiger but also analyses and usage insights on the technique by generations of powerhouses.
After a while, Jiang Wang came back to his senses.
"How is it?" Mr. Qiu asked with a smile.
Jiang Wang replied, "Indescribably wonderful!"
Old Yang was indeed once a mighty empire that unified a region; in a world where Dao Techniques rapidly evolve in the cultivation community, whether it be Eye of Qian Yang or Dragon and Tiger, none are outdated, still leaving Jiang Wang to find them exquisitely indescribable.
Mr. Qiu smiled slightly: "As long as Son of Qingyang is satisfied."
Jiang Wang has always been unaware of what level Mr. Qiu’s cultivation was, but now it seems, it must be at least at the Divine Arrival Layer. And like him, there are seven other Writing Eunuchs.
Truly the Inner Court is a place where dragons hide and tigers crouch.
The two left the technique repository and went to the utensil repository.
This time he did not request Mr. Qiu’s help but chose by himself for a long time, even longer than the time spent in the technique repository. In the end, he selected a Gold-threaded Robe.
This robe of the Inner Mansion level, with strong defense and stunning beauty, was specifically picked by him for An’an.
Currently in Linzi, he did not wish too many people to know of An’an’s existence.
Still, Mr. Qiu asked no questions, always striking a very precise distance.
Always easing the atmosphere, so there was no feeling of being offended.
Only after Jiang Wang secured the Gold-threaded Robe did Mr. Qiu gently laugh, "Son of Qingyang should return now."
Reluctantly glancing at the closing doors of the utensil repository, Jiang Wang sighed, "Let’s go."
When he might come again, who knows...
Having seen the treasury of Great Qi Country and the Emperor’s private collection, Jiang Wang considered himself accustomed to the world. From now on, he wouldn’t be dazzled by so-called treasures!
Mr. Qiu kept Jiang Wang company out of the palace gate, continuing with a smile on his face before leaving.
After walking alone for a few steps, Jiang Wang suddenly looked up and saw an old man standing in front.
"Son of Qingyang!"
The old man, dressed in a light black eunuch uniform, stood next to the palace gate as if blending into the darkening sky.
Bowing to Jiang Wang, he said: "Our Palace Master requests your presence."
