The Ancient Godly Monarch
Chapter 85: Winter Snow

Qin Wentian lay on the stone slab motionless and silent, alone, as a gentle gust of wind passed by.

Each time the night descended, the stone slab above the hilly region would emit Astral Light as the starlight from the heavenly layer descended, and it was absorbed by the silhouette on the stone slab. As if this is a cycle that will last forever — it happens every night.

The 2nd Dreamcast Art, Immersed/Creation Dream state, allowed users to greatly increase their Astral Energy absorption rate. Not only that, but Qin Wentian looked as if he had been enlightened. Astral Light was endlessly absorbed into his body, and circulated along the arterial pathways while recovering his energy and strength – even seemed to be trying to breakthrough, to form a new circular artery pathway.

Not only that, but Qin Wentian had also created a dreamcape to practice his Dreamcast Art, fully indulging himself in his fantasies. In his dreams, he was omnipotent; there was nothing he could not do.

Cultivators only needed to absorb Yuan Qi or Astral Qi. It doesn't matter if they don't have food or water.

As the weather turned increasingly cold, there would sometimes be gusts of cold wind that would billow, which made his robe flutter. Despite this, his eyes were always closed — as if he was forever sound asleep.

And today, the sky was already dark and rain started to fall, onto the body of the youth and making his clothes wet. The young man still remained motionless, with his eyes closed. It was if he entered a state of enlightenment, completely forgetting his surroundings, even forgetting himself.

In the dark sky, rumbling sounds rang out as thunder and lightning roamed around each other in the clouds, before descending from the sky. The young man remained indifferent.

Not only that, but his facial features gradually underwent changes. It was as if the lines on her face had become even more beautiful, turning her face into a mask of unwavering determination.

Winter snow floated down and covered the young man's body; it was as if he was wearing a robe made from winter snow.

Snow also drifted towards the royal capital of the State of Chu. Today, the youths from all the academies were outside their dormitories, temporarily forgetting to cultivate, and just standing there to admire the beautiful snow.

In the Royal Academy, there were many students who were taking a leisurely stroll in the snow. Many of them were a couple, and even though their cultivation level was not high, it was still good because they were young. Youth is the period of time in which life shines brightest. After a certain age, if they decided to focus on the path of martial arts, they would never be able to find their way back to the current purity.

The Martial Way was difficult and cruel.

Mu Rou tilted her head as she stared at the floating snow, and quietly sighed in her heart. It had been over two months and he still hadn't seen Qin Wentian appear in the Illusory City again, or had any other news about him.

Perhaps he was the same as many other elite geniuses — they died in their youth, before they could reach their peak, completely unknown to the masses.

He had created history in Emperor Star Academy, as well as spreading the propagation of the extraordinarily large and extremely small. Yet despite this, all the marks he left behind would soon be hidden by the merciless passage of time. There are always new legends that attract the attention of the crowd.

The vast Imperial Capital of the Chu Country was not lacking in talented youths.

Last year was Luo Qianqiu, this year was Qin Wentian. However, Luo Qianqiu still created her own story.

Next to him, footsteps sounded. Mu Rou turned around and looked at Ye Zhan and Liu Yan.

Ye Zhan, utilizing his clan's connections, had enrolled Liu Yan in the Royal Academy.

Mu Rou glanced at Liu Yan who was next to Ye Zhan. This girl did not have a bad heart, it was only because she came from a small place, and had experienced many things after arriving at the Royal Capital; it must have caused her values to change, she said, because he wants to live his own life. His current lifestyle was exactly what he wanted.

This cannot be blamed entirely on him. However, Qin Wentian had saved the lives of Liu Yan and Liu Yue on that fateful day, and despite seeing the situation Qin Wentian was in, he chose to remain silent, making his choice clear.

However, for each one himself. Mu Rou also did not have the qualifications to blame Liu Yan. At most, he would keep his distance from Liu Yan.

"Mu Rou, I've heard that many other clans, because of you, have distanced themselves from the Mu Clan. Do you want to consider dating Yanaro? After all, Yanaro has always shown interest in you. "Ye Zhan lightly exclaimed, causing Mu Rou's face to turn unsightly.

A few months ago, news of what had happened in the Royal Clan's hunt had spread throughout the Royal Capital. Although he stressed that his choice was his choice, and his own, he was quickly ignored. The cunning fox who was in the aristocratic clan was only concerned with the attitude of the 3rd prince, and thus was unwilling to establish a closer relationship or to have a good relationship with the Mu Clan.

Thus, recently, many other clans began to distance the Mu Clan. As for Mu Rou, he was even under greater pressure than his clan. Right now, he was no longer even entitled to the cultivation resources of his clan.

"The thing is I don't have to worry about you." Mu Rou calmly spoke, as she quietly sighed in her heart. In the past, he had such a good relationship with Chu Ling. But after that incident, Chu Ling, contrary to his expectations, not only ignored him for a few days; finally she even stopped associating herself with Mu Rou. Even when they met, Chu Ling would always look at him coldly.

"Hehe, this is all because of the dead." Ye Zhan sinisterly added, as he walked past Mu Rou.

Liu Yan, beside him, lowered his head, and did not speak throughout their conversation.

"Because of the dead …?" Mu Rou sighed. Is he really dead? Mu Rou did not understand why he could not forget Qin Wentian. Although this was not love, could it be because of the daily spar they had in the Illusory City that caused him to have a faint feeling that he missed her in his heart?

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"Qingcheng, why do you have the time to come and look for this stupid old man today?" An old man walked over. This old man, named Gu, was none other than the esteemed teacher of the Mustang.

"Grandfather." Mo Qingcheng's beautiful eyes flickered as he asked, "Is there any news about him?"

Old man Gu naturally understood who 'he' was speaking in Mo Qingcheng's speech, as he sighed in his heart. So many days had passed, yet there was still no news of Qin Wentian; most likely, the worst-case scenario they anticipated had come true.

"Qingcheng, if I remember correctly, you don't really care about yourself with others." Old man Gu laughed, as if he wanted to change the subject. Mo Qingcheng rolled his eyes, as he continued, "Is there no hope anymore?"

"Oh!" The old man's eyes stared somewhere at the distant horizon, before he shook his head and showed a bitter smile, "I underestimated Chu Tianjiao. I never thought that he would be so cruel and decisive, actually using the banquet as an excuse to act directly, as well as ignore public opinion. Not only that, but Qin Chuan was used as bait as well. He was many times more ruthless when compared to the First Prince of the State of Chu. "

"Unfortunately, it seems unlikely that the First Prince will take over the State of Chu."

"Grandfather, why doesn't our Mo Clan come out and help the Qin Clan?" Mo Qingcheng asked, "After all, the Mo Clan and the Qin Clan used to have an amazing relationship together."

"Things aren't as simple as you think. Behind this, there are too many layers and tissues of complications. It wasn't easy for the Mo Clan to openly interfere in this matter. "Old Master Gu calmly replied," do you still remember how your grandfather once had a pact with Qin Wu? If their offspring were male and female, then they would be engaged to each other, and engaged as a couple. "

Old Man Gu smiled on his face, "If the Qin Clan had not resisted and had been the Qin Clan in the past, then perhaps, between you and Qin Wentian, you have been bound by karma."

“That time, I don't remember. After all, Qin Wentian was not Qin Chuan's original son. "Mo Qingcheng laughed. Naturally, he had heard of the elders talking about this before. But after the Qin Clan moved to Sky Harmony City, the relationship between the Mo Clan and the Qin Clan was not as close as before, due to living in a different location.

"Now, I just want that person to live ..." Mo Qingcheng sighed as he also turned his gaze to the horizon, and silently prayed in his heart.

"How is Qin Yao now?" Mo Qingcheng suddenly asked. Previously, the people from the Star Emperor Academy had formed a search group to search for Qin Wentian. In the end, they found no trace of Qin Wentian, but instead found Qin Yao, and brought her back to the Star Emperor Academy.

"He's in the academy — at least this way, he won't be in any danger." Old Man Gu replied, as Mo Qingcheng lightly nodded his head.

"Chu Tianjiao will never let go of Qin Yao." Old Man Gu added in a low voice, "Based on my understanding of him, since the traps he set in the Dark Forest did not work, he will never give up. ”

"Grandfather, do you mean to say that Chu Tianjiao will use Qin Chuan to deal with Qin Yao again?" But he had already used this tactic once, did it really work again? "

"For those who value emotions and relationships, and with Qin Chuan as bait, even if Chu Tianjiao used this tactic a hundred times, Qin Yao would still willingly jump into a trap." Old Man Gu shook his head. He clearly knew this logic, and so did Chu Tianjiao.

Mo Qingcheng could only remain silent.

In the Dark Forest, snow, too, enveloped the ground. At this moment, near the border of the Dark Forest, on top of the snow, a gigantic Blackwind Condor descended.

A young man jumped from behind Condor Blackwind. The teenager was about 17 years old, and was wearing animal skin clothing. His face was no longer immature, and even had a hint of demonic charm. This person was none other than Qin Wentian

"Senior, for the kindness you have given me, thank you." Qin Wentian turned around and thanked Condor Blackwind. If the Blackwind Condor had not helped him before, he would have already died within the Dark Forest, and would have become food for the countless demonic beasts within.

A low voice rumbled out from the Blackwind Condor's mouth, and Qin Wentian laughed as if he didn't care in the world, "Don't worry, I've already carved out this matter. Senior Condor asked for my help into my heart . In the future, once I can control the power of my Bloodline Boundary freely, I will definitely fulfill my promise, and provide Senior Condor with 3 drops of my blood essence. "

It was as if Blackwind Condor could understand Qin Wentian's words. Screeching, he flapped his wings and soared into the sky, causing a terrifying gust of wind to burst across. Immediately after, Condor Blackwind turned into a black speck as it disappeared into the horizon.

Qin Wentian tilted his head, as he considered the Blackwind Condor to be disappearing. His heart was filled with confusion. He did not understand why Condor Blackwind wanted his Blood Essence.

Perhaps, his blood had special characteristics. Previously, when he had fainted in the Dark Forest, some demonic beasts passed him by, some even gave him a fairly spacious bed.

Not bothering to think about it too much, Qin Wentian turned around. With his back facing the Dark Forest, he started walking towards the connecting city.

On top of the snow, footprints appeared one after another. Flashes of light flickered in Qin Wentian's eyes that were even sharper than a sword.

He swore that this towering Royal Capital, with all the dangerous plots, would not be able to block the path he wanted to go through in the future.

The grandfather referenced here was Mo Qingcheng's paternal grandfather, because in Chinese, the character (please comment under the correct character) represents the paternal grandfather, the paternal grandfather, while (please comment under the correct character) represents grandfathers who are not fathers.