Longevity begins with slaying demons and eliminating demons

Chapter 600 The Ascension Ceremony (End)

After the ascension ceremony, Chu Fengge, who was promoted to the commander of the Exorcism Department, returned to his mansion.

He did not rush into practicing, but ordered his servants to take out the long-unused musical instruments from the dusty warehouse, including chimes, flutes, flutes, drums, cymbals, etc.

The servants carefully wiped the dust off their surfaces and placed them in order on both sides of the hall.

Chu Fengge waved his hand gently and drove away all the servants.

Then, he carefully arranged his clothes, making sure his hat was straight and his collar was neat, and then he slowly retreated to the steps outside the lobby.

He took a deep breath and thought slightly.

His true energy seemed to transform into countless invisible musicians, causing the musical instruments on both sides of the hall to play in unison.

The music he played was like fallen leaves in a strong wind, chaotic and without any melody.

The sound of the chimes is dull and heavy, like scrap metal being struck by heavy objects, with no sense of rhythm; the sound of the flute is intermittent, coming and going, as clumsy as a beginner; the sound of the drum is more like a naughty child beating randomly, messy Harsh and unbearable.

If he hadn't used a magic barrier to isolate the sounds in the mansion in advance, the nearby neighbors would have been unbearable and would have rushed in with brooms and pointed at him and cursed him.

However, Chu Fengge listened happily and seemed to be enjoying it.

I saw him with his hands behind his back, his head held high, and accompanied by the unique music melody, with a solemn and majestic attitude, he stepped up the steps step by step, and slowly entered the lobby of his mansion.

After he stood still in the center of the hall, the music suddenly stopped.

Chu Fengge raised his chin and scanned the surrounding furniture and musical instruments with a majestic and scornful gaze.

Then he opened his throat and chanted impassionedly:

"I heard that the heaven and the earth are eternal, and the country changes, all because of the people's will, and the common people——"

"——Chu Fengge, do you want to rebel when the new dynasty is just established?"

Chu Fengge didn't even finish reciting the first line when he was suddenly interrupted by a familiar voice.

"Shangguan Jin, why are you here?" Chu Fengge frowned, "I didn't allow you to come in, why did you unlock my door without permission?"

He was undoubtedly very unhappy that his carefully planned "performance" was unexpectedly interrupted. But at the same time, he also felt a little guilty. After all, his behavior at this time, if known to others, would undoubtedly be a "disrespectful" act.

"After the Chief of Staff saw your behavior, he specially sent me to remind you not to be disrespectful to His Majesty." Shangguan Jin said calmly.

She was still wearing the light green skirt today, her black hair was rolled up loosely, and the cool autumn wind gently passed by, causing her sleeves to dance. Perhaps it's because she rarely smiles in recent days, giving people a sense of coldness and distance, as if she has been forgotten by this noisy world.

"I understand." Chu Fengge lowered his head, with a hint of unnoticeable grievance in his voice.

Ever since he knew that Gu Xu was the reincarnated Emperor Ziwei, Chu Fengge had understood that it would be difficult for him to beat Gu Xu in the limelight in this life.

He is no longer obsessed with appearing in public.

Instead, he hid in his own home, entertaining himself and satisfying his desires through imagination in his mind.

It's a pity that this little bit of happiness is still ruthlessly deprived.

Seeing Chu Fengge's dejected look, Shangguan Jin couldn't help but sigh silently.

"Your Majesty... he is not the same as before after all," she said. "In the past, he probably wouldn't care about these little things. But now... everything is hard to say."

Shangguan Jin knew that in the past, Gu Xu was a person who did not adhere to etiquette, and there was no distinction between high and low in his eyes.

Whether he is treating princes, dignitaries or gangsters, he treats them equally and never cares about the so-called "disrespectful" behavior of others; he is even more aggressive towards his friends.

Shangguan Jin was born into a poor family and was looked down upon by others when he was young.

Perhaps, after witnessing Gu Xu's actions, her attitude towards him gradually changed from the initial "this young man is really handsome, why not tease him for a while" to true appreciation and goodwill.

Unfortunately, the real Gu Xu is dead now.

Emperor Ziwei used his body to ascend the throne, enjoying the admiration of the whole world.

Although Emperor Ziwei has recently rectified the rules and regulations and done a lot of things that benefit the country and the people.

However, Shangguan Jin had doubts.

She was not sure whether he was doing this to truly benefit the people of the world, or whether he was just to consolidate his rule and enhance his own cultivation by collecting incense.

Her words were a kind reminder to Chu Fengge, for fear that he would act carelessly in the future and do something stupid, thus offending Emperor Ziwei.

However, Chu Fengge didn't know that Gu Xu was "seized".

In his understanding, Shangguan Jin's implication was that Gu Xu had drifted away after he ascended the throne and became different from before - he now likes to care about other people's etiquette and likes to think he is superior to others.

Regarding this, Chu Fengge said nothing, but cursed in his heart.

He was thinking, could it be that the throne was really poisonous?

The former Tian Xing Emperor was a arrogant bastard.

Before Gu Xu ascended the throne, he would hold his hand and call him "Qingdu Shanshui Lang". Why did his temperament change after he ascended the throne?

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The next morning, Gu Xu came to Luochuan's mansion as usual to treat his injuries.

After Gu Xu cracked the Dao imprint left by Emperor Tianxing day after day, Luo Chuan's injuries have gradually improved. Maybe it won't be long before he can get up from the bed and continue to do Xin Dynasty's brachial and thigh exercises. minister.

In addition to being awarded the title of "Dingguo Gong", Luo Chuan continued to serve as the head of the Exorcism Department in the new dynasty, and was called the "veteran of the two dynasties".

As for the originally secretive "Qing Ming" organization, it has now come out of the darkness and changed its name to "Qing Ming Internal Guard", becoming a special organization directly responsible to the emperor. Its responsibilities include arresting and imprisoning people, propagating imperial edicts, and performing various special tasks.

"Emperor, I am deeply regretful that I was unable to witness your ascension ceremony and your feat of banishing the nine fierce gods." During the healing process, Luo Chuan lay on the couch and sighed softly. , there was unconcealable regret in his voice.

When he was alone with Gu Xu, Luo Chuan still habitually addressed him as "Emperor" instead of "Your Majesty". When Gu Xu heard this, he smiled softly and said with relief: "Wenchang, the ascension ceremony is just a ceremony. What is really important is how we jointly build this new dynasty. You have not recovered yet, so don't worry too much about these things. Recuperate in peace. That’s the most important thing.”

At this point, he paused for a moment and continued: "I came here today because I have an idea that I want to discuss with you.

"You and I both know that the practitioners in the upper realm are very powerful, especially the top experts like saints and true kings. Their numbers far exceed those in the lower realm. If we want to narrow the gap in a short time and have the power to compete with them, we must Quickly think of ways to improve your strength.

"In my opinion, one of the key factors currently restricting monks in the lower realm from improving their realm is the lack of spiritual energy from heaven and earth in the lower realm. Therefore, practitioners have to rely on elixirs to maintain the stability of their consciousness during practice to prevent them from going crazy.

"I mentioned to you last time that I am trying to research a formation that can convert the evil spirit into the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. Once the research is successful and promoted, it will definitely change this situation and provide the monks in the lower world with A safer practice environment.”

Luo Chuan nodded slightly and responded: "The emperor is wise! As the old minister said last time, your move can be said to be a great feat that changes the pattern of heaven and earth. Practitioners all over the world will regard you as a benefactor."

Gu Xu didn't pay attention to his flattery and continued: "Another limiting factor that cannot be ignored is the monopoly of knowledge.

"Wenchang, you have been the head of the Exorcism Department of the Daqi Dynasty for many years, so you should have a deep understanding of this. In the wilderness, most of the middle- and high-grade skills and martial arts are controlled by large sects and families. A few are hidden in places such as Longmen Academy and the Exorcism Department Headquarters.

"For practitioners at the bottom, even if they spend their whole lives, it is difficult to access these profound skills and martial arts.

“They had to work hard to complete the mission and accumulate merit, just to obtain an ordinary low-grade skill.

"In addition, many practitioners are selfish and do not want their skills to be easily learned by others. They deliberately write down the profound martial arts and martial arts in a way that is difficult to understand and the threshold is extremely high, making it difficult to promote and disseminate. Their inheritance is often limited to Word-of-mouth transmission between relatives and masters and disciples undoubtedly limits the overall progress of the spiritual practice world.

"Today, we have eliminated many large sects and families, and confiscated a large number of martial arts and martial arts. I am considering whether we should make all these martial arts and martial arts public, so that practitioners all over the world can have the opportunity to choose from them. What suits you best.

"Perhaps, with the brainstorming of people all over the world, we can continuously improve these martial arts and introduce new ones."

Hearing Gu Xu's words, Luo Chuan's heart trembled, and his thoughts seemed to travel through time and space, returning to thousands of years ago.

The figure of the young man with flowing white hair and high spirits appeared in his mind.

He stood alone on the top of the cliff, his eyes were like a torch, and his tone was calm and confident:

"I hope there will no longer be that high-altitude dragon looking down on all living beings in this world.

"If this happens, everyone in the world will be like a dragon."

At this moment, the face of the white-haired young man and the face of Gu Xu in front of him seemed to overlap inadvertently.

Before Luo Chuan came to his senses, Gu Xu continued: "However, such a move will also be accompanied by some problems.

“Human nature is selfish, it’s inevitable.

""I believe that when many practitioners create Kung Fu and martial arts, they will inevitably have concerns in their hearts. They are worried about whether they will be surpassed by others after teaching them to others, whether they will encounter the situation of 'teaching disciples and starving masters', and they are even more worried about others. Use your own unique skills to deal with yourself.

"These concerns make them hold their secrets tightly in their hands and regard them as 'secrets not to be taught'.

"Although we now have a batch of confiscated ready-made secrets.

“But they are still a backwater.

"What I hope is to make this stagnant water flow, so that monks all over the world are willing to share their experiences and insights, constantly improve the secret books, and even create new techniques and martial arts.

"I also hope that practitioners from all over the wilderness can work together to face various difficulties and challenges on the way to practice.

“We cannot expect every practitioner to have no selfish motives and be willing to contribute their wisdom for free.

"We must first give them enough benefits to stimulate their enthusiasm and let them actively participate..."

Gu Xu continued to explain his thoughts, while Luo Chuan listened quietly.

Perhaps because these concepts of Gu Xu are too "advanced" in the current era, Luo Chuan often finds it difficult to keep up with his rhythm. Therefore, he chose to keep Gu Xu's words in mind and slowly understand and digest these insights.

"Wenchang, what do you think?" Gu Xu finished his words and turned his gaze to Luochuan, sincerely seeking his opinion, "Can you give me some advice on this issue?"

Luo Chuan took a deep breath, and then spoke slowly: "The emperor's foresight and wisdom are extraordinary. I am ashamed of myself. It is difficult to fully understand your profound meaning for a while. Please allow me to think quietly for some time, and I will do my best. Conceive a comprehensive plan for you..."

"Don't be anxious," Gu Xu said with a slight smile, "Everything needs to be done step by step, don't rush for quick success and expect to achieve it overnight.

"Today, I just have some thoughts that flashed in my mind, and I came here to share them with you, Wenchang.

"As long as the Great Wilderness can move forward steadily and become stronger and stronger, I will be satisfied."

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Dahuang, Jinling City.

Even though the world has changed, the white walls and black tiles here still maintain the style of the past, as if time has frozen here.

The sun shines down, and the uneven bluestone road shines brightly.

Shen Qiu held a bamboo pole and came to his long-lost hometown.

This bamboo pole is eight feet long and is tied with three knots made of yak tails. It is the scepter given by the emperor.

After Gu Xu ascended the throne, Shen Qiu was appointed as the Minister of Household Affairs of the new dynasty, in charge of the country's financial work.

When he put on his brand new crimson official robe and black gauze hat, he couldn't help but think of the scene this spring when he and Gu Xu were competing on the art of seal script in the academy.

At that time, he saw Gu Xu's astonishing attainments in Talismanism, saw the chief minister's favorable attitude toward Gu Xu, and determined that this person would have a bright future and achieve extraordinary things in the future.

So, he made a prompt decision, and in the midst of everyone's incomprehension, he left the Jinling Shen family and became a disciple of Gu Xu, becoming the first guest in the Gu mansion.

When Gu Xu was charged with "treason" and wanted by the Great Qi Dynasty, Shen Qiu was ridiculed by many people.

But now, with the fall of Da Qi and the establishment of the new dynasty, everything has changed.

Although he is still a short dwarf, those who once laughed at him have no choice but to look up at him now.