Chapter 948: Chapter 53: Drawing the Heavenly Spirit Pearl, Surging Soil, Heavenly Soul Tree!
After the ceremonial Golden Dragon warship entered the Fire Pit, it was engulfed by the raging flames.
The barrier of the warship was also stained a fiery red.
Traveling from Pinghai State to Dao Yuan Continent requires passing through three major states.
If it’s not wartime, relying on the Tower Ship Department for transfer, even the nine-level building ship takes three months.
The Li Fire Altar is different, crossing from prefecture to prefecture, including preparation time, typically takes within a day.
Crossing states depends on how many prefectures are on this route.
The shortest route from Tianyuan Prefecture in Pinghai State to Dao Guang Prefecture in Dao Yuan Continent via Fire Pit teleportation is through three states and fifteen prefectures.
During wartime emergency military actions, preparations are done in advance, maximizing the effect of the Li Fire Altar, and shortening travel time at the expense of the Fire Pit’s lifespan.
One can reach in a day through three states and fifteen prefectures.
This overloading operation harms the Li Fire Altar, and the Fire Pit also needs precious materials to stay operational.
Even during wartime, such situations are rarely seen. For instance, during Prince Liang’s rebellion, an extreme teleportation occurred only once; during the Ping Man War, it wasn’t activated.
Relying solely on the Li Fire Altar, the Daoist Academy won’t agree. So, typically, various paths like Biyou Canghai + Li Fire Altar + Ancient Earth Tunnel are combined.
Liu Tianning didn’t choose the shortest route, as it isn’t wartime now.
He opted for a route through three states and eighteen prefectures.
During which, he also travels via Ancient Path.
Returning to Taihe County in Dao Yuan Continent takes about seven days, arriving around May 10.
Seven days is still quite rapid. Liu Tianning is now a Sealing King, and many of the Prince titles have been reduced. Being a practical Sealing King, preparations along the way are brief, with minimal waiting.
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On May 4, entering the Lvliang State territory.
On May 5, switching to the Ancient Earth Tunnel route.
This is because several Fire Pits in Lvliang State directions are seriously damaged; originally it could be half a day faster, but now it’s not possible.
Prince Liang failed last December, and now it’s only May; repairs aren’t easy.
Sometimes Liu Tianning must go out to exhibit grandeur alongside the ceremonial team, and discuss matters with certain influential supporters over three prefectures.
Zhao Xing estimated that visiting Shangluo Academy in May might be challenging.
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On May 8, the ceremonial team enters Dao Yuan Continent’s territory.
Zhao Xing also steps out of the cabin to enjoy the scenery outside the ship.
"Dao Yuan Continent, a wondrous place."
Zhao Xing couldn’t help but feel some awe.
All three Grand Minister of Agriculture Holy Lands are located in Dao Yuan Continent.
Besides, one of the Martial Arts sacred sites, [Divine Martial Academy], one of the Weaver sacred sites, [Divine Weaving Academy], and Doctor sacred site [Heavenly Medical Palace] are all in Dao Yuan Continent.
"The abundance of Primordial Energy in Dao Yuan Continent far exceeds other states; it has the highest population amongst the Nineteen States, and its Qi Fortune is the second in the nation, only behind Tianyong State."
There’s a saying, whoever gains Dao Yuan Continent gains the world.
"Dao Yuan Continent nurtures talent; countless geniuses arise from here, its Innate environment is too good, growing up here as an ordinary person easily reaches the threshold of enlightenment."
"Among its sixteen counties, they have the most abundant Primordial Energy; many Blessed Lands are within the sixteen counties of Dao Yuan Continent."
"One of the national capitals, ’Luoyi’, is located here, also known as Daojing."
"Housing prices here are truly expensive per square foot."
Zhao Xing, observing the land below, notices Dao Yuan Continent has many cities, with grand and majestic buildings, including towering skyscrapers visible everywhere.
Retracting his gaze, Zhao Xing walked idly on the deck.
Upon turning a corner, he bumped into Pang Yuanzhen.
"Junior Brother Zhao."
Zhao Xing furrowed his brow, thinking this person always tries to take advantage of him.
He and Pang Yuanzhen merely collaborated to complete a task at Bright Moon Prefecture.
If associating normally, it’s fine, but this person consistently attempts to establish connections with him.
Surely it’s not right to bear unnecessary cause and effect!
That’s unacceptable!
Mr. Zhao has already endured enough with several Tianyuan Pears, a time for shouldering major cause and effect.
"Dr. Pang, I am on official duty, please address my title."
Pang Yuanzhen was surprised, "More official duties? What might they be?"
"Confidential, not convenient to discuss today with Dr. Pang."
Zhao Xing nodded slightly and then turned to leave.
Pang Yuanzhen shook his head helplessly.
He initially thought after their cooperation at Bright Moon Prefecture, their relationship might grow closer.
Unexpectedly, Zhao Xing still had a sense of distance.
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Zhao Xing arrived at the exhibition area.
A row of Gift Boats was displayed at the rear.
"Indeed, the rewards for a Sealing King are impressive."
"The gifts are arranged boat by boat."
"Hmm? Smells good, is this Ju Chang?"
Zhao Xing suddenly sniffed, a rich wine aroma wafted from ahead, soon permeating the entire corridor.
He vaguely saw a silhouette at the corridor’s end passing by, carrying a bronze-made vessel called ’You’, heading into a room.
"Seems like distinguished guests have arrived," Zhao Xing thought to himself.
Ju Chang, one of the nine honored items, is the national liquor stored in the vessel known as ’You’.
There’s a handle ’You’, a fairy ’You’, a tiger-head ’You’; these bronze artifacts are unique in appearance but are solely for Royal Family use.
Without a Sealing King rank or Emperor’s special permission, using it results in execution.
Just as he planned to walk away, Zhao Xing heard a voice.
"Zhao Xing, come to Taihe Palace, meet with me and the guests."
"Yes."
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Upon arriving in Dao Yuan Continent, Liu Tianning traveled by warship instead of teleportation.
He must host some people, as well as be hosted by others.
This is the essence of returning in glory, only Liu Tianning’s prestige is even higher. He hasn’t even reached Taihe County yet; upon entering Dao Yuan Continent, reactions come from various sides, starting to send gifts.