Chapter 75

As the sun rose,

by the lotus pond,

Qin Xianyu slowly finished his practice, feeling the true qi in his body grow stronger.

Seven inches and six points!

After refining the jade pill, the true qi in his body reached seven inches and five points, and gradually increased over time. Although it did not reach seven inches and six points, it exceeded the boundary of seven inches and five points. Step by step, bit by bit, the accumulation finally reached today, achieving seven inches and six points.

Carefully calculated, the increase of this one point of true qi seemed to take no more than half a month.

If it were known outside, it would surely be shocking.

"Indeed, this is the best use of resources."

He swallowed the mouthful of spiritual water under his tongue, opened his eyes, and a glint of light appeared in his dark pupils.

The golden jade liquid refined from the jade pill was golden in color and full of spiritual energy. If he drank too much at once, it would cause a surge. Qin Xianyu took an appropriate amount, and although the improvement in cultivation was astonishing compared to when he used to soak it in water, it still seemed to fall short in many ways.

Later, he carefully thought about it and placed a mouthful of golden jade liquid under his tongue. As the true qi washed over it, it gradually merged into his body.

Using this method, the effect of one mouthful of jade liquid was equivalent to three mouthfuls of jade liquid when taken directly.

In other words, the effect increased threefold.

"The Daoist scriptures record that during cultivation, pressing the tongue against the palate can produce saliva, and when the practice is completed, it becomes a mouthful of elixir of immortality. It seems that this golden jade liquid should be used in this way to be correct."

Qin Xianyu stood up, shaking off many droplets of mist.

A steward hurriedly came forward, the same one who had previously blocked Ye Qing and refused to let Qin Xianyu enter the prime minister's room. He looked at Qin Xianyu with a complex gaze and finally said in a low voice, "Daoist Qin, the prime minister requests your presence."

"Prime Minister?" Qin Xianyu was slightly taken aback, thinking to himself, "He only took the medicine yesterday and is already awake today? This medicine works too quickly?"

Yesterday, after listening to several famous doctors discuss, Qin Xianyu finally understood the situation and, with great pain, sent a piece of the century-old cold grass.

A piece of century-old cold grass was clearly extremely precious. For a poor Daoist who had only a few silver coins to live on, it was a huge fortune. However, the current prime minister was indeed a good official for the country and the people, and during the journey, Su Wenxiu and others had also formed some friendships with him. Plus, he still had six pieces of century-old cold grass left, so after careful consideration, he felt at ease.

But just one day later, the prime minister was already awake?

Even if he woke up, could he still have the energy to invite him?

Qin Xianyu thought carefully and said to himself, "The prime minister's mental state was damaged, but with the century-old cold grass that was damaged by fire and the intact piece of century-old cold grass, the effects叠加, he woke up with full energy?"

He still had doubts but let the steward lead the way.

They passed through many courtyards.

But they did not go to the prime minister's room; instead, they came to the study.

"Is it Daoist Qin? Please come in quickly."

The voice inside did not sound old, but rather full of energy.

Qin Xianyu pushed the door open and saw an old man with white hair and beard, a ruddy complexion, and a kind and gentle smile.

This old man did not look like a prime minister with power, nor like a patient who had just recovered from a serious illness. Instead, he looked like a hermit with a long life and good health.

"Daoist Qin, please sit down." Prime Minister Su sat in a chair, extended his hand, and said with a smile, "Unfortunately, although I have recovered, I have not moved for a long time, so my legs are stiff. I can only sit in the chair, which is very impolite."

Qin Xianyu said he did not dare to, and sat down in the chair.

Behind Prime Minister Su, there was another person, the Liu Ye with eight-inch inner strength. In addition, Qin Xianyu, with his keen senses, sensed another person.

The person hidden outside the study had concealed their aura. If it were not for Qin Xianyu's special perception due to the innate primordial qi and the improvement in his constitution from the jade pill, he might not have noticed.

What surprised him even more was that the person's blood and qi were as strong as Liu Ye's, or even stronger.

"Another eight-inch inner strength? Or even higher inner strength cultivation?" Qin Xianyu thought to himself, "This old Liu is advanced in age, so it's normal for his blood and qi to be somewhat depleted. Therefore, either it's a martial arts expert higher than eight-inch inner strength, or a young expert at the peak of their prime."

At this moment, he suddenly thought of Liu Jun.

The current prime minister was the chief minister of the state, while Liu Jun was the governor of one of the ten prefectures of the Great Virtue Holy Dynasty. In terms of official rank, he was no less than the prime minister, and even held more power.

Besides Ye Qing, the prime minister had two experts with eight-inch inner strength.

What about Liu Jun?

Liu Jun must also have experts guarding him, with Lu Qing serving as the head of the guards on the surface.

This is why Lu Qing, as the head of the guards, could handle many miscellaneous tasks, travel to various counties in Feng Prefecture, and even escort treasures to the capital.

"Indeed, if certain martial arts experts really want to assassinate government officials, relying on a guard leader with one or two-inch inner strength would not be enough. For example, Governor Liu Jun and the current prime minister, both important officials of the court, cannot afford to be lost, so they are guarded by experts with eight-inch inner strength, which is sufficient."

"As for martial arts grandmasters, they are at the pinnacle of martial arts, and there are probably only a few."

Qin Xianyu resolved many of his doubts, thinking, "As for cultivators, they are likely to be in charge of maintaining order, as the legend goes, in the Imperial Astronomical Bureau?"

These chaotic thoughts flashed through his mind in an instant.

Prime Minister Su looked at the young Daoist and felt satisfied, smiling, "After I woke up, I felt very energetic. I didn't sleep last night, probably because I had slept too long. Old Liu has been with me for many years, and he spoke highly of you last night. I know all about your deeds on the journey."

After saying this, the old man paused and said seriously, "If it were not for Daoist Qin's righteous assistance, our convoy would have been destroyed, and my recovery is entirely due to the century-old cold grass you provided. I am extremely grateful, but I cannot get up to thank you, so please understand."

Qin Xianyu repeatedly said he did not dare to.

Prime Minister Su looked at him and praised, "Daoist, your noble character and righteous assistance are deeply appreciated. I hear that you not only excel in medical knowledge but also possess skills comparable to a martial arts grandmaster. To have such abilities at your young age, you are truly a remarkable person."

Qin Xianyu felt uncomfortable with the praise and only said it was a compliment, not daring to accept it. He thought to himself, "Do people in the court always speak so well, choosing only the good to say?"

"Ye Qing once examined Daoist Qin and found that your muscles and bones have not been trained, and there are no signs of standing postures, but when you walk, it is like wind and mist, and when you strike with a sword, it is like a cold light, truly amazing." Liu Ye finally said, "At your young age, to have such abilities and not be like us martial artists, you must be... a cultivator, right?"

Qin Xianyu did not expect his identity to be so easily revealed and was momentarily stunned.

At this moment, Prime Minister Su laughed and said, "Has Daoist Qin cultivated the Gangsha yet?"

Hearing this, Qin Xianyu was even more surprised. This prime minister, clearly not a cultivator, how could he understand the realm of cultivation?

But Prime Minister Su smiled and said, "I know of a place where the earth qi condenses, which can help those at the peak of qi cultivation to form the Gangsha."

Earth Gangsha?

Qin Xianyu was suddenly shocked.

ps: The momentum of writing was strong, but after the computer was sent for repair, it slowed down. Now, I write slowly and less every day, which is truly pitiful.

Tomorrow's updates will all be in the evening.

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