Chapter 1095: Chapter 1086: Preaching in the Imperial Palace

The influence of Li Xuandao’s lecture is immense, widely spreading throughout Central Heaven. After all, not all Lingxiao Daoists reside in Central Heaven. With this status, Li Xuandao is already among the top great powers there, even the Immortal Gods must treat him favorably.

This lecture is grand, with the entire Tai Cang Dynasty preparing for it wholeheartedly. The entire dynasty views this lecture as a golden opportunity, hoping it will elevate the Tai Cang Dynasty to new heights.

After hosting Yang Jian and Long Teng for some time, Li Xuandao went on to entertain other guests, while Yang Jian and Long Teng began to stroll around the Imperial City, observing the current Tai Cang Dynasty.

“His Majesty is truly remarkable. It is said that he has established no fewer than thirty Tai Cang dynasties. When his successors are not content with him, he will depart and establish a new Tai Cang dynasty in another chaotic place. His merit has reached an unimaginable level.”

Yang Jian, observing the bustling and prosperous streets, couldn’t help but sigh.

Long Teng nodded and said, “The Ancestor also used to say that His Majesty is one of the few who truly do great good. In his heart, the safety of the common people is more important than his own descendants. At least from the people’s perspective, he is indeed a benevolent ruler.” Tʜe source of this ᴄontent ɪs NoveI-Fire.ɴet

He is deeply attached to his family ties, yet he respects Li Xuandao’s decisions.

While praising Li Xuandao’s merit, the people coming and going felt the same. Many were visiting for the first time, drawn by reputation, and after learning about the Tai Cang Dynasty and Li Xuandao’s history, they too felt a deep sense of admiration.

Continuously establishing dynasties in chaotic lands and withdrawing after they flourish, Li Xuandao’s actions seem steadfast in saving all living beings. He rescues not just one or two lives, but entire regions, aligning more with Central Heaven cultivators’ understanding of merit.

This is not the Human World; great powers here are not interested in wandering the Human World acting as little heroes.

As they walked, Yang Jian suddenly stopped, his eyes widening.

Long Teng followed his line of sight and was similarly stunned.

In front of them, amidst the crowd, Gu An was riding a black horse, led by the Hongqian Ancestor.

Yang Jian and Long Teng had heard from Li Xuandao that Gu An would come, but they did not expect the meeting to be so quick, so sudden, and under such circumstances.

In their expectations, Gu An’s appearance should have been dazzling, or at a critical moment, like when Li Xuandao encounters trouble during his lecture that he cannot resolve, Gu An would make a powerful entrance.

Who would’ve thought, Gu An would appear so casually before their eyes.

Long Teng was the first to react, immediately stepping forward, closely followed by Yang Jian.

“Greetings, Ancestor!”

“Unfilial disciple, greets Master.”

They approached the Hongqian Ancestor, bowing to Gu An on horseback.

The Hongqian Ancestor stopped and scrutinized them, focusing especially on Yang Jian.

So weak!

Having followed Gu An for a long time, he found it normal to encounter disciples with weak cultivation among Gu An’s many disciples and descendants.

No matter how mediocre the talent, anyone taken in as a disciple by Gu An would become accomplished.

But why does this person call himself unfilial?

Currently, the Hongqian Ancestor had no pressing matters, and he was quite interested in the interactions between Gu An and his disciples.

Gu An smiled and nodded, saying, “Alright, in such a public place, let’s avoid unnecessary formalities. Let’s take a stroll together.”

Long Teng nodded, immediately stepping aside, and Yang Jian did the same, though he turned back to look at Gu An, wanting to say something but hesitating.

Gu An knew what Yang Jian was thinking. The young man felt a bit ashamed, but given Gu An’s current state of mind, he harbored no resentment about Yang Jian’s long years of absence. After all, Yang Jian had worked hard over the years.

What’s more, Yang Jian was not the only disciple who did not return to see him after leaving.

The fact that Yang Jian felt guilty was enough to satisfy Gu An.

Thus, the group of five began their tour of the Imperial City.

The Hongqian Ancestor was rather cordial, engaging in conversation with Long Teng. This behavior was to showcase to Gu An, knowing well how fond Gu An was of Long Teng.

Thanks to the Hongqian Ancestor, Yang Jian felt significantly less pressure, while Long Teng felt very at ease and talkative, voluntarily recounting his experiences over the years.

“The Primordial Ancestor is truly formidable to subdue such an existence.”

Though Long Teng appeared calm outwardly, he was far from it internally, having witnessed the imposing presence of the Hongqian Ancestor. Despite being defeated by Gu An back then, the Hongqian Ancestor’s aura was enough to command Long Teng’s respect.

He was particularly intrigued by the Great Profound Yin Dominator at the rear—just who was this headless figure?

Yang Jian also took note of the Great Profound Yin Dominator, though he found no opportunity to inquire.

Much time passed.

As they approached the entrance to the Imperial Palace, an old man in an inner palace official robe approached, raising a hand in salute, “Gentlemen, His Majesty has commanded me to invite you into the palace to converse with the esteemed great powers.”

Long Teng nodded and let the old man lead the way.

Gu An dismounted the black horse and proceeded with them.

A multitude of cultivators were stationed outside the palace gate, hailing from different Daoist lineages. Many Imperial Palace Guards with formidable cultivation were also present. As Gu An and his company entered the palace, numerous gazes turned towards them.

The palace was vast, as they passed through numerous palace gates, witnessing several mounts and magical treasures, the scene was truly grand.

Due to Li Xuandao’s impending lecture, the palace was abuzz with activity, populated by distinguished officials or direct disciples of great powers who had come to hear the lecture.

As they arrived at a massive palace, the old officer gestured for them to enter before retreating.

Long Teng and Yang Jian turned to Gu An, who smiled and said, “Enter, there’s nothing to fear.”

With those words, Long Teng and Yang Jian smiled and promptly entered the hall.

Though the palace doors appeared open, a certain formation was in place. From the outside, the hall seemed empty, but upon crossing the threshold, Long Teng and Yang Jian suddenly felt the scenery before them brighten, revealing numerous great powers dressed in splendid attire, exuding impressive auras.

The abundance of great powers made the hall quite bustling.

Sensing their auras, Long Teng and Yang Jian couldn’t help but feel nervous.

This lecture was grander than they had anticipated, evident from the attendees present.

Gu An, the Hongqian Ancestor, and the Great Profound Yin Dominator also entered the hall, leaving the black horse outside.

Their entry drew the attention of many great powers, but finding Gu An and his group unfamiliar, they paid it no further mind.

Until a voice rang out in the hall, filled with surprise.

“Hongqian Ancestor, why have you come!”

With these words, the hall fell silent as a figure appeared before Gu An and his company—it was a white-robed man, radiant and elegant, akin to a celestial divine monarch.

He gazed at the Hongqian Ancestor, evidently stirred.

Everyone in the hall turned to look, and Li Xuandao, also appearing beside the white-robed man, was equally stunned upon seeing the Hongqian Ancestor.

The Hongqian Ancestor, second Celestial Emperor ordained, and one of the most dazzling figures in the Palace of the Polestar, with unfathomable Dao practice.

His presence left Li Xuandao flabbergasted, and the several Lingxiao Daoists in shock.

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