In Qingzhou City, Chen Yuan stayed for half a day.

Mainly for discussing the Dao. Chen Yuan didn't need guidance in other aspects, but in terms of 'artistic conception,' Jiang He was definitely ahead of him, although sword intent was different from fist intent and saber intent.

However, all paths lead to the same destination, so it could still help Chen Yuan a lot.

Jiang He was not stingy either, telling Chen Yuan all of his understanding. He rarely mentioned this before because it was useless even if Chen Yuan understood.

But now it was different. Chen Yuan had broken through to the Celestial Core Realm, comprehended the meaning of heaven and earth, and was qualified to comprehend the 'Dao' with his artistic conception.

Jiang He told Chen Yuan that artistic conception itself was an extension of a martial artist, and where the intent goes, so goes the heart.

Invincible in the heart is truly invincible!

What a martial artist needs most is an invincible heart. Fear in the heart will definitely prevent one from going too far on the path of martial arts.

Jiang He's discussion of the Dao benefited Chen Yuan greatly, and he gained some insights.

Afterward, Chen Yuan and Jiang He, on a whim, directly went to Mount Qingyun to spar. Only actual combat can truly enlighten people.

Since the Qingyun Sword Sect was destroyed, this place has been desolate. During this period, not no one wanted to occupy this place, but after the maneuvering of various forces,

The ownership of Mount Qingyun has not yet been determined.

After all, although this place cannot be called a celestial mountain, it is definitely a rare blessed land with very dense heaven and earth spiritual energy, making it an excellent place to establish a mountain gate.

At the top of Mount Qingyun, Chen Yuan and Jiang He were each on one side, separated by more than two hundred zhang.

Although Jiang He's injuries had not healed, he could still activate his sword intent. The bone-chilling sword intent was indeed shocking. Chen Yuan countered with his own martial Dao true intent.

Seemingly peaceful between the two, but in fact, it contained great danger.

After a long time, the two looked at each other and simultaneously withdrew their true intents. Jiang He looked at Chen Yuan and nodded slightly, saying:

"Not bad, your talent is indeed amazing. In a short period of time, you have grasped the mysteries."

"Thanks to Brother Jiang's good guidance."

"Give this to her for me." Jiang He was silent for a moment, then suddenly changed the subject and threw a brocade pouch in his hand to Chen Yuan.

"Okay."

Chen Yuan smiled and nodded.

There was no need to say it too clearly. He knew who the 'her' Jiang He was referring to. It seemed that Jiang He had thought a lot during the month he had been away.

And the reason he passed by Qingzhou City this time, in addition to telling him some plans, was to consider whether to help Li Hongshuang bring a token.

Fortunately, he didn't need to say much; Jiang He understood on his own.

A very concise conversation ended their meeting. Chen Yuan solemnly cupped his fist at Jiang He and said:

"I'm leaving."

"Going to the capital, you must be cautious. I will take care of things here. You don't need to worry about the matters in Shu Prefecture. When you feel the time is right, send me a message with the Heavenly Book."

"Okay."

Chen Yuan nodded slightly, then leaped into the air and left.

Jiang He stared at Chen Yuan's gradually receding figure, staying in place for a long time. His gaze seemed to be filled with reminiscence, thinking of many things in the past. Finally, he chuckled softly as he left:

"Not bad."

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After leaving Qingzhou City, Chen Yuan's speed of flight suddenly accelerated, far exceeding what it was before. Reaching the Celestial Core Realm, although it cannot be said to be a qualitative leap, it was definitely a huge increase.

Speed was one of them.

And this feeling of completely controlling everything around him made Chen Yuan very comfortable.

He passed through Changshan Prefecture on the way here, and it was the same on the way back. In a very short time, Chen Yuan returned to Shenjing City, which he had been away from for nearly two months.

The changes here were no different from when he left. It was still crowded with people. Without any sighs or contemplation, Chen Yuan went straight back to the Wuwei Marquis Residence.

Although this return to the capital could not be said to be high-profile, it was definitely not low-profile. As a result, as soon as he got home, the news began to spread.

Many people who were secretly paying attention to Chen Yuan also learned of his return to the capital.

The person who paid the most attention to him was the Fourth Prince, Sima Ke. After some misunderstandings, he was now completely convinced that Chen Yuan had some unspeakable affair with his mother consort.

He also had some other thoughts, such as having Chen Yuan help him.

He felt that those who achieve great things should not be bound by trivial matters. Chen Yuan became famous at a young age and was unparalleled in the Jianghu. He was a rare genius in the Central Plains for a century and was connected to a large force. He was more than worthy of his mother.

Of course, the main reason was that Chen Yuan could help him, and he could not control Chen Yuan. Otherwise, if anyone else dared to do this,

He would have found a way to tear them into pieces long ago.

Now, Sima Ke only hoped that Chen Yuan did not have anything to do with his imperial sister, otherwise... it would really be embarrassing, and he obviously could not accept this.

Therefore, after Chen Yuan returned to the capital, he was the first to send a greeting card!

Inside the Wuwei Marquis Residence, Chen Yuan changed back into his official uniform and looked at the letter in his hand thoughtfully. It was actually a greeting card from Sima Ke...

This really caught him off guard. If it was the First Prince Sima Gan or the Second Prince Sima You, he would not have any doubts.

But how could this opponent be like this?

Could it be that something he didn't know about happened during his time away?

They clearly hated him so much, and their feud was known to many people in the capital. They could be considered irreconcilable, but such a thing happened.

A monarch's heart?

After thinking for a long time, Chen Yuan finally refused. He had no interest in getting involved in other things. Now, he just wanted to be stable for a few months,

Then have someone kill the envoy from Shu Prefecture and be transferred to Shu Prefecture.

After that, he would start to truly accumulate food, build high walls, and slowly claim the title of king, gradually increasing his strength, and then... wait for the opportunity to prepare to get a share of the pie when the world is in chaos.

If there was no world in chaos as he expected, or it came too late, then he would personally start this chaotic world after his strength reached a certain level!

After rejecting Sima Ke's visit, Chen Yuan rested for a while and then prepared to visit Zhang Yantong directly.

First, to tell him that he was back, and second, to reveal his intention to be transferred, so that he could naturally volunteer when there was a vacancy in Shu Prefecture.

As for the promise of Grand Commandant Gu Tianqiong, Chen Yuan did not care at all.

Because it was completely just empty talk!

The Zhang Residence.

After a brief report, Chen Yuan was politely led into the residence by the butler, Uncle Chen. Zhang Yantong had not yet returned from handling official business, so Zhang's Second Sister was the one who received Chen Yuan.

Zhang's Second Sister's voice was very gentle and pleasant to the ear. She thoughtfully served Chen Yuan some spiritual tea and asked about Zhang Xuan's situation in Qingzhou.

As for Zhang Xuan's frequent correspondence?

Zhang's Second Sister said that she had not seen it. Besides, how could letters be more accurate than Chen Yuan's personal account?

"Brother Zhang is doing well in Nanling Prefecture. I think he will be able to return to the capital soon." Chen Yuan was also very polite to Zhang's Second Sister.

He and Zhang Xuan were good brothers, and his sister was Chen Yuan's sister, so he naturally had to be respectful.

"That would be a good thing. Ah Xuan is not young anymore. It would be good to return to the capital and arrange a marriage." Zhang's Second Sister smiled gently and quietly.

"There are not many in the capital who are worthy of Brother Zhang."

Chen Yuan nodded.

This was true. Zhang Xuan was only thirty years old and had already reached the peak of the Profound Connection Realm. He could be considered a rare young talent. With the Zhang family's background, he could definitely choose from a crowd of royal princesses and noble ladies in the capital.

Moreover, Zhang Xuan's appearance was also outstanding. Although not as good as his, he was still extraordinary.

"Speaking of Ah Xuan, it seems that Envoy Chen Qing has not yet married, right? In comparison, there are really not many women in the capital who are worthy of Envoy Chen Qing. I wonder if Envoy Qing has someone in mind?"

Zhang's Second Sister changed the subject and asked with a smile.

Chen Yuan pondered for a moment, looking at Zhang's Second Sister's smiling expression, and said in a low voice:

"Chen is just a martial artist, unworthy of Second Sister's praise."

"Envoy Chen Qing is not an ordinary martial artist. He is definitely a rare talent in the world, and also possesses literary talent. I'm afraid that even if you search the entire capital, there is really no one who can match Envoy Qing."

"Second Sister is too kind."

"Ah Xuan often mentioned you in his letters, saying that you are good brothers with deep affection. It's a pity that he doesn't have a younger sister, otherwise he would have acted as a matchmaker for you. He would also feel relieved to entrust her to you."

Chen Yuan smiled and did not answer.

He did not think that Zhang Xuan would say such a thing, so... what did Zhang's Second Sister mean by this?

"I've seen you several times, and I still don't know Second Sister's name?"

After a moment of silence, Chen Yuan quickly changed the subject.

Zhang's Second Sister chuckled and said:

"My name is Zhang Wanshu."

"What a good name. Uncle's name is really appropriate. Second Sister has a gentle and virtuous personality, which fits this name perfectly."

"Really?"

"Of course, Chen never lies."

"Then..."

Just as Zhang's Second Sister was about to say something, there was a knock on the door, followed by a light cough. It was very familiar and belonged to Zhang Yantong. He was back!

Zhang's Second Sister pursed her lips and said:

"Come in."

Zhang Yantong walked in with a calm expression, glanced at Chen Yuan, and said:

"You've arrived?"

Chen Yuan quickly stood up, cupped his fists, and said:

"Greetings, Uncle."

"Hmm... you... you broke through!"

Just as Zhang Yantong was about to say something, he suddenly sensed that Chen Yuan's aura was different. His connection with the world seemed to be closer, and at the same time,

There was also a faint power that far exceeded what it was before.

It was definitely a breakthrough!

And it far exceeded an ordinary Celestial Core Realm cultivator!

"This trip has been quite fruitful, resolving my bottleneck, so I took the opportunity to break through by luck. I've made Uncle laugh." Chen Yuan replied.

The aura he had just revealed was naturally deliberately displayed, just to guide Zhang Yantong to ask this question. Of course, with Zhang Yantong's strength,

He could also sense Chen Yuan's difference if he carefully perceived it.

"Broke through by luck..."

Zhang Yantong opened his mouth, speechless.

Looking at Chen Yuan's faint smile, he couldn't help but think of the scene when Chen Yuan came to him before he left. At that time, he said that there might be some progress.

Although he verbally encouraged him at the time, he did not believe it at all in his heart, thinking that it was completely impossible. How easy was it to break through to the Celestial Core Realm?

If it was that simple, so many strong people wouldn't be trapped in this realm.

So, he didn't take it to heart at all.

As a result...

When Chen Yuan came back, he had really broken through!

And his aura was stable, not like he had broken through using external objects. It was really unbelievable.

In fact, Chen Yuan's breakthrough this time was not relying on external objects. It was because his own accumulation was sufficient and he had reached the requirements to break through to the Celestial Core Realm that he took advantage of the situation to break through.

Even comprehending the meaning of heaven and earth was just the help of that illusion. The intention was still that he relied on his own comprehension.

Saying that he could have today was entirely due to his own efforts... Was it too much?

"Not bad."

Zhang Yantong was silent for a moment and still said a word of encouragement.

Putting aside his previous thoughts, Chen Yuan's breakthrough to the Celestial Core Realm at this age was more than just good. It was simply terrifying. Since ancient times,

How many people could have reached this realm by relying on their own cultivation at this age?

I'm afraid that you can't find a few throughout the ages!

Judging from such a terrifying cultivation speed, breaking through to Transformation Sun Realm was only a matter of time. I'm afraid he would be able to catch up with his cultivation in a short time, which made him feel a little... dazed.

When Chen Yuan came to visit him for the first time, although he also valued him, he mainly focused on Jiang He, thinking about how to win him over for his own use.

As for Chen Yuan, he would need some time to grow.

As a result, Chen Yuan's growth rate was too fast, so fast that it was unbelievable. Now his cultivation was about to catch up with Jiang He, and his potential was even more terrifying than Jiang He.

The imperial court was really lucky to be able to recruit such a talented genius.

If Chen Yuan were to grow up, the imperial court's top combat power would be strengthened by one point, which would be able to make up for the loss of the previous royal True Monarch.

And the Zhang family might also be able to take advantage of Chen Yuan's power!

In a short period of time, Zhang Yantong thought a lot. After regaining his senses, he turned his gaze to Zhang's Second Sister and instructed:

"Wanshu, you go out first. Father has something to say to Chen Yuan."

"Daughter will take her leave."

Zhang Wanshu snorted softly, gave Zhang Yantong a reproachful look, but still maintained a dignified and gentle posture in front of Chen Yuan. Then, she bowed slightly to Chen Yuan and said with a light tap of her teeth:

"Envoy Qing, then this concubine will take her leave."

"Second Sister, please."

Chen Yuan was also very polite. As the saying goes, a friend's sister cannot be deceived. Chen was really have no too much thoughts. Not being close to women was his original intention.

After Zhang's Second Sister left, Zhang Yantong gestured for Chen Yuan to sit down and asked:

"Come, tell me about your experience on this trip."

Chen Yuan smiled and nodded, and then told the story he had prepared in advance. There were truths and falsehoods. The false ones were naturally his travels, and the true ones were the battle of the Tang Clan in Jiangdu Prefecture.

This matter was known to the world, and it was impossible to hide it.

Fortunately, the incident at Sunken Blood Lake had not spread, otherwise he would really not be able to explain how he had killed a Seven Killing Hall Yama of the Divine Refinement Realm.

The Chen Family Army was absolutely not allowed to be leaked.

Once it was leaked, the imperial court would definitely not tolerate him.

How could they allow a direct descendant of the former Chu, the direct grandson of the last Chu Emperor, to hold a high position in the imperial court? Was this not afraid that others would guess his wolfish ambitions?

Chen Yuan had no way to refuse the matter of suddenly becoming a 'remnant of the previous dynasty.' He could only passively accept it because this was not something he could decide.

In his account, Chen Yuan said that after he left the capital, he went south all the way, passing through Qingzhou City, and then turned to Nanling Prefecture, where he met Zhang Xuan and conveyed some words between them.

Then, he entered Shu Prefecture and saw some famous mountains and rivers. After the Tang Clan incident, he suddenly realized something when he was observing the world one day, and then he broke through naturally.

When he had stabilized his cultivation, his two-month vacation was almost over, so he began his return journey.

There was nothing else to say. Chen Yuan focused on the battle of the Tang Clan, saying that the illusion inside was really a bit abnormal and that someone might be planning something behind it.

The process of killing Tang Xianzhuo was also reversed by Chen Yuan, saying that Liu Zhenzong of the Four Symbols Divine Arrows helped him a little, and then he successfully killed Tang Xianzhuo.

After listening, Zhang Yantong thought thoughtfully, stroked his beard, and pondered for a long time before saying:

"If what you say is true, then Tang Xianzhuo invited many grandmasters from Shu Prefecture to set up an ambush, I am afraid there is really a problem. It reminds me of a force."

Chen Yuan pretended to be surprised and asked:

"Oh, what did Uncle think of?"

Zhang Yantong tapped the table with his fingers and said in a deep voice:

"Have you ever heard of the remnants of the former Chu?"

Chen Yuan's eyes flickered. Of course he had heard of it. Not only had he heard of it, but he could often see it. He just needed to look in the mirror, because he was himself!

Of course, on the surface, he still showed a hint of confusion and slowly shook his head:

"This junior is really hearing this for the first time."

"If it is as you said, I am afraid that it is the remnants of the former Chu who are causing trouble. These people have not been wiped out for more than two hundred years and have been seeking to restore the country.

In the past, they have done more great things, making the imperial court exhausted from fighting."

"Do the remnants of the former Chu have such strength?"

"Chu eight hundred years ago had extraordinary accumulation. It is not so easy to wipe them out. This is also a major concern for the imperial court, even more serious than facing the Northern Barbarians and the chaos in the Jianghu."

"If this is the case, does it mean that these remnants are going to start causing turmoil again?"

Chen Yuan immediately echoed.

"Perhaps possible."

"These remnants of the former Chu are causing trouble in Shu, are they going to make a bigger move? First remove some Jianghu elites, and then... after such an association,

This junior suddenly feels that perhaps the experts of the imperial court over there may also be targeted."

Chen Yuan slowly said what he had already planned.

Guide...

Keep the imperial court's attention on this matter. If the envoy of Shu Prefecture accidentally falls, it is because the remnants of the former Chu are causing trouble! Otherwise, if the imperial court investigates, it would not be a good choice for him.

Framing is the best way to dispel suspicion.

"What you said also makes sense. I am afraid that these remnants of the former Chu have a deeper plan. It seems that we need to strengthen some of the strength of Shu Prefecture." Zhang Yantong thought so too.

"The imperial court has hundreds of thousands of miles of territory, millions of elite soldiers, and countless strong men. This junior privately thinks that with the power of these remnants of the previous dynasty, they cannot cause too much trouble." Chen Yuan smiled faintly, seemingly very confident in the imperial court.