He couldn't help but admire Shen Changqing. A martial artist's path had been cut off, yet this person still managed to forge ahead and reach his current heights in such a short ti. Comparing himself to Shen Changqing made his own shortcomings clear.
However, Dongfang Zhao was not overly discouraged. Who could claim to be the best in everything? He considered his talent good, but not unparalleled in the world. Being a bit slower was just that.
The hidden danger associated with his position as a Defender Envoy was resolved. His own lifespan had increased significantly, especially after breaking through to the Saint Rank. For the next few hundred years, there was little chance of him passing away from old age. This was so consolation.
Afterward, Dongfang Zhao turned his head to look at Gu Xing. In the current Imperial Court, the only ones who truly knew Shen Changqing's whereabouts were he and this Emperor Qin.
As if sensing sothing, Gu Xing also turned his head to look at him, their gazes eting. Eventually, they both looked away as if by unspoken agreent.
Not long after, a carrier pigeon arrived. Dongfang Zhao publicly removed the bamboo tube tied to the pigeon's leg, then opened the white paper inside. After a brief glance, he destroyed the paper.
"The Demon-Subduing Division reports no unusual activity on the Star Plate. Within the Great Qin Capital's vicinity, no additional Demon Evils have appeared. As for other prefectures, ssage transmission might be slower, but it's unlikely there will be any major problems."
Upon hearing this, everyone felt a wave of relief. Even though it was only within the Capital City's range that no Demon Evils were found, to them, this news was like taking a calming pill. As long as there were no Demon Evils, whether in the Capital City or elsewhere, it was always good news.
Afterward, Gu Xing spoke in a deep voice, "Although no Demon Evils are currently erging, the problem of the recent natural calamity is significant. I have already spoken about this during the Imperial Court's deliberations. The various prefectures and cities must now fully commit to disaster relief and ensure the disaster does not escalate. Anyone negligent in their duties will be severely punished without rcy."
"We, your subjects, will adhere to the decree!" All the ministers bowed, their expressions extrely grave.
The matter of disaster relief was no small thing. If anyone were to indeed cause problems at any stage, it was unlikely that many, from top to bottom, could escape responsibility. For over three hundred years, Great Qin had placed great importance on such matters. Over the years, those negligent in disaster relief or who sought to line their own pockets during the chaos faced, at best, exile to the borderlands, and at worst, execution by beheading. Thus, no one believed Gu Xing's words were re talk. If a problem truly occurred, it could very well be a capital offense.
The ministers withdrew. Only then did Gu Xing turn to Dongfang Zhao.
"The celestial anomalies have disappeared, which might be related to Defender Shen. However, since he has not returned, nothing can be confird yet. In the anti, I hope the Demon-Subduing Division will intensify its efforts to prevent incursions by Demon Evils. If any Demon Evil makes a move, it must be suppressed imdiately."
"Yes, Your Majesty!" Dongfang Zhao bowed.
"Additionally—" Gu Xing paused for a mont, then continued, "Defender Shen suggested that the Imperial Court establish Martial Institutes throughout Great Qin to promote the Martial Dao. This would give all citizens of Great Qin the opportunity to engage with the Martial Dao. Defender Dongfang, what are your thoughts on this matter?"
Establish Martial Institutes! Promote the Martial Dao! Dongfang Zhao looked startled for a mont, but he quickly understood.
"This endeavor would bring rit to our current generation and benefit countless future ages. I have no objections. The only problem is that the establishnt of Martial Institutes requires strong individuals to oversee them: firstly, to guide beginners in cultivation, and secondly, to imdiately suppress any problems that arise. If, as Your Majesty suggests, we establish Martial Institutes throughout Great Qin, the number of powerful experts required would undoubtedly be imnse. Relying solely on the Imperial Court and the Demon-Subduing Division to provide them would be nearly impossible to satisfy."
His words pointed out the biggest issue with the Martial Institutes. Teachers! Not just anyone could beco one. It required not only absolute strength but also extensive experience in martial arts. rely possessing strength without experience or the knowledge of how to guide others ant one could not possibly beco a teacher.
If it were rely a matter of finding powerful individuals, the Demon-Subduing Division has many. After all, the Demon-Subduing Division alone has many people. Guiding beginners to enter the Body Tempering Realm is sothing that ordinary Body Tempering Realm martial artists, and even those at the Pulse Condensation Realm, are capable of. But when it ca to experience and knowledge reserves, a large number of them would be filtered out.
Hearing this, Gu Xing said, "The problem Defender Dongfang ntioned is one I have also considered. Therefore, I believe we could issue a decree to the various Sects, requesting them to send people to serve as teachers at the Martial Institutes. This would solve the manpower issue and also greatly alleviate the pressure on the Imperial Court."
"That could indeed work," Dongfang Zhao nodded. He then offered a faint smile. "Since Your Majesty has already reached a decision on this matter, then I have no further objections."
After descending from Qingming, Shen Changqing did not go elsewhere but returned directly to the place where he had previously undergone his tribulation.
Calming his mind, he first checked his interface.
Na: Shen Changqing
Affiliation: Great Qin's Demon Suppression Division
Identity: Great Qin Defender
Realm: Immortal Golden Body
Flesh: Heaven and Earth Profound Technique (Uninitiated, Upgradable), Soul Refinent Heart Sutra (Fifth Rank, Upgradable, rgeable), Nether Divine Sutra (Fifth Rank, Upgradable, rgeable), Void Heart Sutra (Second Rank, Upgradable, rgeable)
Dharma thods: Banishing Evil Silent Obliteration Finger (Second Layer), Dusk Cangwu (First Layer), Heaven and Earth Slash (Third Layer), Cloud-Transforming Finger (Uninitiated, Upgradable)
Martial Arts:
Slaughter Value: 112,301
Divine Skills: 46
Slaughter Value. It had broken through the one hundred thousand mark for the first ti, surging to one hundred twelve thousand three hundred and one.
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