Refining the Mountains and Rivers

Chapter 526 – The Flower of Ambition Quietly Blooms

Chapter 526 – The Flower of Ambition Quietly Blooms

The examination continued without surprise. After Qin Yu made his move, everyone was left suppressed and quiet.

The assistant was all smiles. “Fellow daoist Yao Bin, the dwelling at the summit had extras added when it was constructed. Not only is it the most luxurious but the training environment is better.” He didn’t fear that others would mock him for his flattery. If Scion Zhao treated someone as his equal, who cared if they were over a hundred years old?

Qin Yu nodded, “Good. Then I’ll take that one.”

Since he decided to be high profile, he naturally needed a dwelling that matched.

Perhaps there were still some people that thought otherwise in their hearts, but no one dared to reveal it anymore. Even Gong Zhen kept a grim expression and didn’t say anything else.

Qin Yu had said that if he was ever bothered, he could make the world quiet back down with a move one day…didn’t this mean that he would deal with him in the future?

Although Gong Zhen kept reminding himself that he had his own backer, he still couldn’t help but feel flustered and panicked.

The dwelling at the summit was truly luxurious. The palace complex was large enough that several hundred people could comfortably stay within. Most of the dwelling was located above the clouds. After entering, Qin Yu discovered what the ‘extras’ that the assistant spoke of were.

Nine shining mirrors floated high in the skies. They corresponded with the nine great suns in the heavens, gathering more light to fall down. The mysterious and strange energy that could nourish the soul, body, and magic power, was actually several times richer here than it was outside.

This massive dwelling was not easy to upkeep. Luckily, the assistant handled this and sent up ten men and ten women as servants. They were responsible for miscellaneous chores throughout the courtyard.

These servants were transferred over. They were originally dissatisfied to serve a new disciple, but once they entered the courtyard and felt the surrounding environment, all of them were stunned before their eyes lit up with wild joy. They knelt on the ground and bowed towards Qin Yu.

This sort of cultivation environment was excellent even in the Demonic Path Holy Land. Only Protectors, Demon Sons, Elders, or other equivalent personages would have the possibility of enjoying such luxuries. These people were only low level servants so they didn’t even have the qualifications to serve such high ranking figures. They never thought that they would encounter such luck today!

Qin Yu nodded and received them. Even though he didn’t say much, the assistant was already brightly smiling. If he needed anything in the future, he could simply mention it.

Duan San’er and Duan Jieyu felt a bit troubled because these 20 new servants were more outstanding than they were, whether it was in cultivation or appearance. Luckily, Qin Yu’s arrangements left them feeling relieved.

“From today on, these two will be your leaders. Obey all of their instructions. You may disperse now.”

Like this, Qin Yu’s first day in the Demonic Path Holy Land came to pass.

Zhao Qianyuan had agreed to come another day with a guest, but Qin Yu didn’t expect for him to visit the very next day, dragging Dong Hanzhu behind him.

The servants were still contemplating amongst themselves what the identity of their master was. When they learned the status of these two guests, their minds quaked and they were left shaking with excitement.

Competition within the Demonic Path was fierce and intense, and for servants it was important who their master was. Perhaps in the future they would have a chance to become fish diving past the dragon gate, rising to new heights. Now, it seemed that their new master was clearly an extremely thick and stout thigh!

Some servants hurried to receive these two guests and some others ran off to notify Qin Yu. When Qin Yu obtained the news through Duan San’er, a look of surprise flashed across his face and he immediately came out.

Zhao Qianyuan’s smile was loose and carefree. “Yesterday I said I would come and visit. Since I have free time right now, I decided to keep my word.”

This was an explanation.

Dong Hanzhu was much more straightforward. “I want to know just how strong you are!”

Qin Yu waved his hand. “There will be a chance in the future. I don’t want to fight now.”

Dong Hanzhu frowned but was interrupted by Zhao Qianyuan. “Brother Yao, it indeed isn’t a good time to fight.”

Dong Hanzhu thought for a moment and slowly nodded. His shining eyes calmed down as he looked around Qin Yu’s dwelling, seemingly unable to summon any interest.

This fellow, so he came here today to fight!

Qin Yu looked at Zhao Qianyuan. There seemed to be a deeper meaning behind his words just now. He told Duan San’er to prepare a banquet and the two of them entered the main hall.

Hearing that Zhao Qianyuan and Dong Hanzhu had personally come to pay a visit, the assistant that had been paying attention to Qin Yu all this time immediately sent news of this to Protector Xin.

Protector Xin was worrying over his missed chance to greet Zhao Qianyuan yesterday and also his chance to show some goodwill towards Qin Yu. When he heard this news, he was overjoyed. He hurried and ordered others to ask for a seat to be prepared for him and also chose a great wine from his personal collection that he wanted to bring over himself.

The assistant blocked him. “Protector, Yao Bin and his two guests are likely old friends. If they are holding a reunion today, they will only be talking about the past. If you head over there now, I fear you won’t be welcomed.” Looking at the light in Protector Xin’s eyes, the assistant continued to say, “Protector, all you need to do today is send over a message stating that you would like to get closer in the future.”

Protector Xin nodded. “You’re right.” He also remembered something else. It seemed that someone in the sect wanted to deal with Yao Bin. He had investigated it, but he didn’t obtain any harvests. From this, it could be seen that whoever was manipulating things behind the scenes was of a much higher status than he was. In this sort of situation, showing a bit of good will and waiting for the situation to clarify itself was the best possible choice.

Later, thanks to Protector Xin, Qin Yu opened up a new jar of wine. He filled out the wine cups for everyone and then raised his cup, saying, “Thank you for visiting me today.”

He was confident that with Zhao Qianyuan and Dong Hanzhu visiting him today, no one would casually belittle him in the future.

Yesterday, Zhao Qianyuan had made an appearance and even publicly apologized. A good part of the reason he did so was as a show of support. Qin Yu knew all of this and remembered it in his heart.

Zhao Qianyuan raised his cup, “In the Demon Ascension Gate’s small world, there were some misunderstandings between all of us. Since the matter has already passed, how about we just write it off?”

Dong Hanzhu nodded.

Qin Yu knew they were talking about the initial plan to plot against him and make him suffer the backlash of the monster race’s bloodline curse. He smiled, “There is no need to raise the past.”

The weak had no status; this was an especially cold truth within the Demonic Path. At that time and in that situation, Qin Yu had delivered himself up on his own initiative. His strength didn’t seem poor either so he was naturally the best choice.

Since there was no conflict here that couldn’t be soothed, in this situation it was best for everyone to turn hostility into friendship; that was the most intelligent action to take.

As for those people who remembered all grudges and had to take revenge no matter what, while those people might be happy for a brief moment, it wasn’t good in the long term.

In this world, it was always better to have one more friend than one more enemy. Moreover, Zhao Qianyuan and Dong Hanzhu were both peak proud sons of heaven. They were destined to become great figures in the Demonic Path.

Zhao Qianyuan smiled. Dong Hanzhu also seemed to have relaxed a little.

In truth, everyone’s thoughts were similar.

Having taken a drink of wine, Zhao Qianyuan said, “All new Demonic Path disciples have to undergo an extremely important examination.” As he spoke, his eyes darkened, “Brother Yao, do you know what this examination is for?”

It was like a bolt of lightning crossing his mind. Qin Yu’s thoughts turned, “Demon Body?”

Zhao Qianyuan nodded. “That’s right, it’s the Demon Body! Before, when I stopped Brother Dong from fighting with you, this is the reason why. Brother Yao, you must take care of yourself and make sure you enter the examination in your best possible state. Trust me when I say this is absolutely important!”

Dong Hanzhu said, “The Demon Body is the most important link between all cultivation methods within the Demonic Path. Many of the Demonic Path’s greatest supernatural arts need to be coordinated with the Demon Body to be used. Moreover, there is something even more important. Right now, the throne of the Holy Palace is empty. As long as someone’s Demon Body reaches the highest level, they can directly ascend and become the Lord of the Holy Palace!”

His eyes began to reveal a burning heat. “The Lord of the Holy Palace might only be a nominal leader, but they have the authority to control all within the Demonic Path. They are a supreme transcendent existence in the world…it’s not just us, but in theory, all Demonic Path disciples have this chance!”

Qin Yu’s heart rapidly beat. This was the first time he had heard such a great secret of the Demon Body. It was no wonder that You Qi was able to return to the Land of Divinity and Demons with him once he cultivated the Demon Body.

The banquet didn’t continue much longer. After seeing off Zhao Qianyuan and Dong Hanzhu, Qin Yu took a deep breath and a sharp light flashed in his eyes.

The position of Lord of the Demonic Path, could he try for it? As soon as this thought appeared, it started to grow uncontrollably.

If he were to succeed…

At this moment, the flower of ambition began to bloom in Qin Yu’s heart.