Water Ink Panel: Starting with Bow Technique to Hunt the Sun and Patrol the Skies

Shen Qing stood silently, eyes closed, concentrating entirely on the sensations within his body, as a feeling of unprecedented shock and surprise rippled through his heart, almost beyond belief.

The Six Paths Reincarnation Technique, compared to the Six Path Whale Swallowing Technique he had practiced before, was like heaven and earth apart, its depth and mystery far surpassing that of the Whale Swallowing Technique.

He faintly felt that, even if he should suffer unforeseen calamities in the future, his physical body shattered into pieces, with the power of this Six Paths Reincarnation Technique, he could still find a slim chance of survival and be reborn from the ashes.

Not only that, under the tempering of this cultivation technique, Shen Qing also discovered that his physical body had undergone countless refinements, becoming unbreakable and so strong that it could withstand direct clashes with treasures.

Shen Qing walked onto the practice field and casually executed a few moves. Water and fire circulated around him without harm; blades and spears struck him without penetrating—his strength was unparalleled.

With this Six Paths Reincarnation Technique, he undoubtedly gained a powerful sense of security that could save his life.

At this thought, a radiant smile gradually spread across Shen Qing's face, his eyes sparkling with brilliance.

He finished his practice and returned to the accountant's office as usual.

Stepping into the tent, Shen Qing heard the hearty laughter of Lan Gongliang, resounding like thunder, making even the furniture inside the tent tremble.

Lan Gongliang glanced up at Shen Qing, with a meaningful smile on his face, he said, "Haha, you've arrived just in time. The court just sent a message—His Majesty intends to summon you!"

"His Majesty wants to summon me?" Shen Qing felt a hint of surprise.

He had not expected that his name could reach the ears of the supreme emperor.

"That's right," Lan Gongliang nodded lightly, his expression filled with a touch of admiration, "Although you took some shortcuts in your performance at the Jing Luan Assembly, the rules are established, and the one who made the greatest contribution deserves the appropriate rewards. In this Assembly, you were peerless; no one could compete with you for the spoils, all the rewards and benefits belong to you. Such substantial benefits, naturally, His Majesty will grant them to you personally."

Hearing this, Shen Qing immediately understood.

Even before his arrival, he knew that the ultimate survivors of the Jing Luan Assembly would not only gain the opportunity to enter the temple halls and rise in rank, but they would also receive a lot of good fortune and rewards.

All are related to the secrets of the Martial Mechanism of the court.

A rare opportunity indeed.

Such rewards are something that even the sons of noble families would vie for, showing their significance.

Shen Qing asked, "When do we depart?"

"Now!"

"Eh?"

As soon as Lan Gongliang's words fell, his strong hands suddenly grabbed Shen Qing's shoulders, like an eagle seizing a rabbit, and propelled them both towards the vast horizon with immense speed.

Two streaks of light cut through the sky, instantly piercing through layers of clouds.

"Let's go, young friend Shen Qing!" Lan Gongliang's voice echoed in Shen Qing's ear.

Shen Qing, surprised, said, "We're leaving so suddenly?"

"It's just a matter of one or two Shi Chen."

Lan Gongliang's fingers, clutching Shen Qing's collar, exerted a slight force, speeding along the clouds with Shen Qing, heading towards the distant and bustling Capital City, riding the winds above the clouds.

Shen Qing, feeling the howling wind whizzing by his ears, had a numb expression.

He quickly mobilized the spiritual power within his body.

A dazzling and eye-catching rainbow light instantly burst forth from within him, enveloping him tightly and forming a solid shield, keeping the fierce winds completely at bay.

After a while, Lan Gongliang let go of him, and alone he sped forward across the sky.

With his head down, Shen Qing silently operated the Great Void Shifting Technique and followed closely.

Time flowed by hastily, like rushing water.

In the blink of an eye, a Shi Chen had quietly passed.

"We've arrived! Follow me down!" Lord Lan's voice rang out again as his figure leapt through the clouds like a spectral apparition.

Shen Qing looked down and saw a majestic expanse of buildings had come into view.

It was the Capital City of Great Zhou.

The city walls of the Capital soared into the clouds, its palaces and pavilions artfully scattered, creating an imposing and magnificent aura like that of a fairyland on earth.

Shen Qing did not delay, and in the blink of an eye, he landed steadily at the entrance of the palace.

Standing before Shen Qing, Lord Lan stood erect at the palace gates, radiating an air of unignorable sternness, starkly different from what Shen Qing had seen in the encampment.

In a flash, several guards quickly approached with long spears crossed, blocking the way, their expressions solemn.

However, when one of the guards caught sight of Lord Lan's face, a look of surprise flickered in his eyes, and he promptly bowed his head, his voice imbued with reverence, "So it's Lord Lan!"

Lord Lan spoke directly, "I must meet with Your Majesty, please allow me to pass."

"Lord Lan, as the Commander of the Military Department, you have the privilege to directly seek an audience with His Majesty. Please proceed!"

Lord Lan nodded slightly and without hesitation, he stepped forward, unhindered.

Shen Qing hurriedly followed close behind.

The two figures walked away, under the respectful gaze of the guards.

Passing through the winding paths and by the glittering palaces, Lord Lan and Shen Qing finally arrived in front of the Imperial Study Room.

"As per Your Majesty's command, I have brought back Shen Qing, the sole victor of the Jing Luan Assembly."

Outside the Imperial Study Room, two guards in splendid brocade robes stood watch.

Upon seeing Lord Lan's arrival, they quickly stepped forward, gently pushed open the vermilion doors, and reported in a low voice.

"Your Majesty, Commander Lord Lan Gongliang of the Military Department seeks an audience."

After a moment, a deep and authoritative voice sounded from within the study, bearing an unequivocal imperial command, "Admit him."

Lord Lan, leading Shen Qing, entered the Imperial Study Room.

The room was suffused with the scent of books, and in its center stood a dragon throne.

Seated upon this throne was a middle-aged man in a dragon robe, his brows and eyes exuding a transcendent and extraordinary valor.

None other than Ji Zikong, the Emperor of Great Zhou.

He held an ancient scroll in his hands, his sword-like eyebrows and eagle eyes radiated an aura of decisiveness.

Lord Lan took a step forward, bowed with folded hands, and declared firmly, "Your Majesty, your humble servant has fulfilled his duty and brought the person as instructed."

"Ah, Lord Lan, is this the Shen Qing from the Jing Luan Assembly?" Emperor Ji Zikong's voice resonated in the study.

Shen Qing quickly stepped forward, bowed deeply, and tried to fathom what kind of person this Emperor of Great Zhou truly was.

Emperor Ji Zikong's gaze lingered on Shen Qing for a moment before he slightly smiled, as if seeing right through Shen Qing's thoughts, "Oh? Shen Qing? Raise your head and let Us have a good look at you."

Obediently, Shen Qing lifted his head to meet Emperor Ji Zikong's gaze.

A wave of imperial pressure descended on him.

In a daze, Shen Qing felt as if he were stranded in a vast sea, with towering waves rising all around him, crashing down relentlessly.

It was as though he was experiencing the ultimate terror of life and death.

This cultivation was definitely beyond the Kongyou Realm.

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