chsdbacks Chapter 1436 866: Dead Men Are More Generous Than the Living (2)
Chapter 1436 866: Dead Men Are More Generous Than the Living (2)
The effect of "Eat Dry and Clean" is the most practical overall."This Jade Secret Manual was seized from the King of Thunder Country, Lei Jingtian, during my conquest of the world. This person had a violent temperament, was foolish and incompetent, and was a disaster in military and civil administration. However, he did have some talent in martial arts, elevating the royal family's secret martial art 'Extinct Thunder Body' to an unprecedented level."
"Unfortunately, before he had a chance to master it, I annihilated his kingdom, otherwise it might have been more entertaining."
"Marquis of Longevity, rest assured, I've already examined this manual, and it's accurate. It simply has high talent requirements for cultivators."
The Heavenly Martial King continued to describe it.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
This was clearly meant for Ma Baoli, so Liu Zheng didn't even look at the item description before storing it in the system space.
"This silk manual was obtained from a temple while I was collecting martial arts from around the world. Its technique is called 'Sitting Meditation Skill', created by a nameless Taoist. This Taoist had no sect, but possessed exceptional talent, creating this art after merely reading through the Taoist Collection."
"The nameless Taoist had a friend, who happened to be an abbot of this temple. After seeing the manual, this friend realized the technique was profoundly mysterious and feared that if the nameless Taoist shared it, the power of Taoism would grow too large. So he poisoned the Taoist's vegetarian meal and sealed the manual after his death, preventing it from surfacing."
"The 'Extinct Thunder Body' is dangerous and aggressive, easily distorting the personality of the cultivator. But 'Sitting Meditation Skill' can cultivate the body and mind, and enhance the Divine Soul. Practicing both together achieves a balance of forces, leading straight to the supreme martial way."
The Heavenly Martial King finished introducing the last manual.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Needless to say, this one was also for Ma Baoli.
Liu Zheng stored it in the system space and then looked at the High Priest.
"What does the Marquis of Longevity wish for?"
The High Priest asked.
"You decide, I'm not picky."
Liu Zheng beamed, revealing a set of big white teeth.
The High Priest pondered for a moment, then pulled out a golden disc from his sleeve.
The pattern on the disc was divided into two layers, with twelve equidistantly distributed rotating jagged rays on the inner layer and four identical counterclockwise flying birds on the outer layer.
With just one glance, Liu Zheng's Sun God Fire stirred within him, as if a lustful man had seen a beautiful woman.
"This is the Sun God Bird Golden Disc, which can enhance the power of the Sun God Fire and dispel evils. If the Marquis of Longevity doesn't use it personally, you can offer it to the Sun God to surely win favor."
The High Priest explained.
"Thank you, High Priest."
Liu Zheng took the Sun God Bird Golden Disc, and the item description appeared immediately.
"Name: Sun God Bird Golden Disc"
"Type: Equipment"
"Quality: Perfect"
"Effect One: Significantly enhances the capabilities of the Solar System."
"Effect Two: Greatly increases damage dealt to evils (including but not limited to resentful spirits, demons, dark creatures, Evil Gods, etc.)."
"Effect Three: Activated by Sun God Fire, it creates a miniature sun lasting three seconds, after which the item automatically destroys itself."
"Note: 'The stars are high, don't rejoice too soon, a three-legged sun crow arises from the sea depths.'"
"Can it be taken out of the instance: Yes"
"High Priest, is there anything you would like me to do?"
He held the Sun God Bird Golden Disc, feeling somewhat uneasy about receiving such a perfect quality item for free.
"If it's convenient, please help me collect some books."
The High Priest saw through his thoughts and said.
"No problem, what kind of books?"
Liu Zheng immediately asked.
"No restrictions on the type."
The High Priest replied.
"Alright."
Liu Zheng nodded and agreed.
He planned to have Niu Daji and Xia Kai run an errand to buy all the books available in the market later.
"Well then, Your Majesty, I shall take my leave."
He saluted.
"Go ahead. High Priest, see off the Marquis of Longevity for me."
The Heavenly Martial King instructed.
"As you command. Please, Marquis of Longevity."
The High Priest gestured, inviting Liu Zheng to go ahead.
Once they left the Royal City, they walked along a path in the fields.
"High Priest, do you have something to ask?"
Liu Zheng broke the silence.
After all, walking instead of using a Heavenly Horse wasn't likely due to wanting to save on fodder.
"Marquis of Longevity, your intelligence is indeed unmatched. What's the situation outside now?"
The High Priest asked.
"The same as usual. The Supreme Councilman suppresses the world, the City Hall operates normally, landmarks keep to themselves, high-ranking citizens indulge in luxury, and lower-ranking citizens prefer a miserable life over none at all."
Liu Zheng shrugged.
"If I have to say, the Minister of Finance, that Ancient Time Dragon, wants to resign. There is bound to be turmoil in the City Hall around this position. And with me as the bridge, even the landmarks have started to interact. I don't know what they're up to, but it's a change, I suppose."
He thought for a moment and added.
"The Marquis of Longevity is truly skilled in diplomacy, quite admirable."
The High Priest first offered a compliment, then continued to inquire about other matters.
Liu Zheng answered what he knew, and promised to look into what he didn't once he got out.
When they reached the Bronze Gate, the High Priest seemed somewhat reluctant to leave.
"Is the King planning to go out?"
Liu Zheng asked bluntly.
"If the King can come back to life, he would be a living person, and living people naturally can't stay long in the cemetery."
The High Priest responded directly.
"Didn't they say once you enter the cemetery, you can't get out?"
Liu Zheng asked.
"If you're dead, there's naturally no way out, but there's still some chance for the living."
The High Priest replied.
"If the King can get out, that would be quite a joyous occasion."
Liu Zheng said sincerely.
Though the Heavenly Martial King was strong, in the entire Metropolis, he wasn't much. He needed Liu Zheng's help to find his footing, and eventually, both would gain a strong ally.
"So this matter relies entirely on the Marquis of Longevity."
The High Priest bowed to Liu Zheng.
"Don't worry, I'll definitely do my best. By the way, could I possibly meet the Earth God?"
Liu Zheng asked.
"Of course. Lord Huang, the Marquis of Longevity invites you, why not come out for a meeting?"
The High Priest pointed his hand, and the Earth God emerged from the ground.
"The Marquis of Longevity still remembers this old man, not bad, not bad."
The Earth God stroked his beard, smiling.
"The Earth Spirit has helped me a lot, I'm not someone who's ungrateful."
Liu Zheng also smiled.
"Let the two lords catch up slowly, I shall return to the Royal City first."
"High Priest, take care."
The two watched the High Priest ride the wind away.
"Here, it's sneaky for yourself, I didn't give any to the King or the High Priest."
Liu Zheng took out a box of Unlucky Coffee for the Earth God, and also gave him two bottles of Copper Mark.
"Why not Silver Label?"
The Earth God asked.
"Dream on, still wanting Silver Label, I'm reluctant to drink the Copper Mark myself."
Liu Zheng rolled his eyes.
"Who knows if you're out there living the good life."
The Earth God hummed.
"Out there I just eat this stuff, do you want some?"
Liu Zheng grabbed some high-energy feed, irritated.
"Forget it, I'd sooner eat peaches than this stuff."
The Earth God sniffed it, disdainful.
"Already dead and still so picky, you must have been a corrupt official in life."
Liu Zheng said disdainfully.
"I started in business when I was ten, earned the name Half-City Huang by thirty, I had no need for corruption."
The Earth God said dismissively.
"Fine, you're amazing, I'm leaving now."
Liu Zheng waved.
"Wait, do you still have that Land God Talisman?"
The Earth God asked.
"I do, why?"
Liu Zheng took out the Land God Talisman.
"The King and High Priest both congratulated you, so I should offer a gift as well, right?"
The Earth God said as he took the Land God Talisman and vanished into the ground.
After a while, he came back out with a talisman.
The originally black characters had turned pink, like juice or blood.
"This is a Land God Talisman written with True Dragon Blood mixed with peach juice. Before using it, it's best to set up a Nine Palace Bagua Formation with a peach tree or peach branch. Use this talisman at the Death Gate to channel the power of the forest to kill enemies. Use it at the Life Gate to restore vitality to the forest."
The Earth God explained.
"The Earth Spirit is generous, worthy of Half-City Huang."
Liu Zheng accepted the Land God Talisman, praising.
He had enough offensive tools, but the effect to "restore vitality to the forest" was interesting—likely the Stone Spirit Clan would find it useful later on.
"Alright, you should get going. Seeing you makes my heart ache."
The Earth God waved.
This bit of True Dragon Blood took him over a century to gather, who knows how long it would take to collect more.
"Then see you next time."
Liu Zheng bowed, then turned and walked through the open Bronze Gate.