The Ancient Godly Monarch
Chapter 97: The Riots Caused by

Today was Mu Rou's 18th birthday, but although this age could be considered the peak of her youth, she felt extremely lonely this year.

It was because this year, his family did not even bother to prepare a banquet for him. Also, the attitude of his 'friends' changed completely, and they did not even give congratulations.

"Xue Yuan, Ke'er."

Mo Rou shared the beautiful courtyard she was living in with the other two girls, and after seeing the two girls living with her, she called out to them

"Mu Rou, is there anything you need?" The two girls turned their heads and looked at Mu Rou.

"Today is my birthday. Come eat together, "Mu Rou said as she looked towards Xue Yuan and Ke'er.

“It's okay, you can continue, I have something to take care of.” Xue Yue refused with a laugh.

"I'm also busy, I can't keep you company," Ke'er also refused and left without saying goodbye. After witnessing this scenario, Mu Rou could not hold her breath. Although the two were smiling on the surface, he could tell that their smiles did not come from their hearts. Mu Rou had long sensed that her 'friends' no longer wanted to associate themselves with her and understand their intentions.

But even so, he was still really disappointed. In the past when Chu Ling lived here, the four of them had quite a good relationship. Especially the relationship between him and Chu Ling, they were said to be the most intimate of friends. Xue Yuan and Ke`er would always follow what they said. Although Chu Ling was often unable to be bothered with this duo, Mu Rou did not bother them too much, and she always had a good relationship with the two of them.

Mu Rou also stood up and left, walking towards the Dreamsky Forest. After arriving at a familiar place in the Illusory City, he left after waiting for some time because he did not see Qin Wentian. In the past, he would wait for a longer period of time. But today, he was interrupted by recent events and decided to get out of the dreamscape, walking aimlessly about the Royal Academy.

At this moment, Xue Yuan and Ke`er made a trip back to their residence, but just before they stepped out again, they received the painting scroll sent by the Sky Transport Network.

Sky Transport Network is one of the three largest companies in the State of Chu. At the same time, it offers the best courier service that can be found in the country. Nurturing many beasts, as long as customers were willing to pay the price, the Sky Transport Network could even send something overseas at the shortest possible time. Sky Transport Network also had special rights granted to them, allowing them to move in all martial academies without being heeded.

After all, many students from various academies came from all over the world and would need a courier service to send letters back to their hometown

This painting scroll was from the Star Emperor Academy and would be sent to Mu Rou. But since Mu Rou was not in his residence, the Sky Transport Network handed him over to Xue Yuan to pass on to Mu Rou.

Xue Yuan and Ke`er were somewhat curious but did not pay much attention to it. They carried the scrolls that were sent with them as they went to attend the lecture held by the Elder. Although their relationship with Mu Rou was not as close as before, they did not mind giving her things. And of course, they won't “lose” that item. Sky Transport Network could be one of the three largest companies in the Chu Country, so other than their courier services, they naturally had other frightening methods on their hands.

To deliver goods across the continent, this task by itself would require a huge and frightening network of informants so that they could get used to every place and even every person.

"Xue Yuan, what is it?" Chu Ling also attended the lecture today, and after seeing the scroll box in Xue Yuan's hands, she couldn't help but ask.

"Oh, it was delivered by Sky Transport Network. The recipient was Mu Rou, and it seemed like it was delivered from Emperor Star Academy. The courier did not leave his name, "reported Xue Yuan.

"Star Emperor Academy? Open it and see. "Chu Ling's order, caused Xue Yuan to hesitate somewhat. This, it doesn't seem very precise. But after seeing Chu Ling furrow her brows, she still decided to open the scroll box. Moments later, a mystical-looking painting appeared in their view. They subconsciously retreated a step back, causing the painting to land on the ground.

The moment the painting was revealed, they felt a surge of tyrannical aura emanating, as if the painting wanted to associate itself with their souls.

"What's going on?" The people at the side crowded around, and they stared at the mystical painting that had fallen to the ground. They also felt a surge of tyrannical aura as the painting opened after coming out of the scroll box. It was as if the figure within the painting was alive, wielding an ancient spear, trying to destroy everything in its path.

“Magic painting; it must be very valuable. "

"Yes, art collectors are going crazy for this painting." The crowd expressed their admiration while Chu Ling coldly snorted, "Isn't it just a painting?"

But in his heart, Chu Ling thought, who exactly gave such a painting to Mu Rou?

"What are you doing?" At this moment, a middle-aged figure appeared. This middle-aged man was none other than the lecturer today. Seeing the commotion, he could not help but walk.

Almost instantly, the crowd paved the way for the Elder. When the Elder's gaze landed on the ground, he too, looked at the painting.

"Who is this?" The elder from the Royal Academy asked.

"It's Xue Yuan." Someone in the crowd pointed to Xue Yuan.

"Can you lend this to me?" The elder looked at Xue Yuan. An awkward expression appeared on Xue Yuan's face. This painting was sent by the Sky Transport Network, and the recipient was Mu Rou, not him. And since he had agreed to hand it over to Mu Rou, that responsibility naturally lied to him. Sky Transport Network sought his opinion and only after he agreed did they give the scroll to him.

"Xue Yuan, if you have any problems regarding cultivation in the future, you can look for me." The elder offered, causing the expression on Xue Yuan's face to freeze. As an Elder, he would definitely not lose the painting, right?

After which, he took the painting and rushed away, causing the students to exclaim in surprise, surround Xue Yuan, and bombard him with questions. What thing caused the Elder to place him so important?

With regards to this news, Mu Rou did not know anything about it. Even Qin Wentian himself had no idea what was going on and had never even considered the value of the painting.

After Mu Rou returned to her residence, she noticed that Xue Yuan seemed several times more polite to her. However, Mu Rou noticed that Xue Yuan seemed somewhat agitated, which made her feel that something strange was happening. However, he did not worry too much about himself and spent the day alone in grief.

Today was his 18th birthday, and it was also the loneliest birthday he could remember in his memory.

Maybe it was due to the pressure from his clan. His father, who always loved him, did not try to invite him back

For those great figures, they were too sensitive about the slightest flow in their political power networks. How can they have time to bother themselves about their feelings?

The date for Jun Lin's Banquet was gradually approaching. With the possibility of the Nine Mystical Palaces lurking in the shadows while controlling events from behind the scenes, Luo Qianqiu's chances of obtaining the top rank in the grand banquet, the arrival of the Crown Prince of the Snowcloud Country, were high, and the rising power of Chu Tianjiao and his supporters, how could that famous friend of Qin Wentian not be liked?

That day, in the midst of that blizzard, Qin Wentian had turned down the opportunity to befriend the 3rd Prince, Chu Tianjiao!

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Today, the students of the Royal Academy did not know that inside the academy, some teachers were in an uproar because of the paintings sent from the Star Emperor Academy.

Naturally, they did not know that this painting was from the Emperor Star Academy, because according to the Elder who brought this matter to their attention, it was their cause for concern, this painting belonged to a student of their Royal Academy named Xue Yuan. Since they already knew where it came from, no one bothered to investigate the origin of this painting too deeply.

And today, the Royal Academy decided to display the painting in a gallery inside the Royal Academy. Not only that, they decided that they would send out invitations to invite cultivators from all over the country to take a look, especially weapons experts and Divine Inscriptionists!

The news quickly spread throughout the Chu Country. On the second day, the Royal Academy had already publicized the fact that this painting belonged to Xue Yuan and was a priceless treasure. They also announced the fact that they would send out invitations to people to look at it, causing a wave of gigantic commotion.

However, Xue Yuan felt extremely anxious in her heart. This painting was not his, and if the truth came out, all of his reputation would be destroyed instantly.

In his heart, Xue Yuan thought that now, the only step left for him was to reprimand the good relationship with Mu Rou. After their relationship was repaired, he would divulge the truth of the ownership of the painting to her.

Mu Rou felt very confused. He did not understand why Xue Yuan had suddenly been courteous to him and even invited him to witness the mystical painting. But then again, since he was also very curious about the painting everyone was talking about, he decided to visit the gallery hall together with Xue Yuan.

The Royal Academy Gallery Hall was grand and spacious. The painting was placed at the central point of attraction in the middle of the first level of the great hall. There were many people around, but they all had to keep a certain distance from the painting.

Standing near the painting were some respected elders. Although they appeared weak with age, their eyes flickered with a piercing light, seemingly filled with vitality.

“No mistake, this painting should be a Divine Trace. This Human-type Divine imprint, must be a heaven-defying creation.I wonder which grandmaster created it. ”

Filled with admiration, an old man calmly gave the painting a very high evaluation.

“If one were to judge this painting according to the Divine Trace level, this should be the 3rd level Divine Imprint. The tyrannical aura he emitted was incredible. And I also dare to confirm, this is the first time this type of Divine Imprint has appeared in the State of Chu. ”Others exclaimed, causing the crowd to be greatly shocked. This painting is actually a kind of Divine Trace!

“Creation that challenges heaven. A priceless treasure. "

Many people gave their evaluations, and some even asked the Royal Academy Elder, "Is this painting for sale?"

"For this question, you have to ask the owner yourself." The elder was none other than Xue Yuan's teacher, and when he saw Xue Yuan in the crowd, he smiled and shouted, "Xue Yuan, are you willing to sell this painting?"

Xue Yuan froze, as she glanced at Mu Rou.

“If the painting is sold, as a heaven-defying creation, you will not be able to imagine the price.” The elder continued, “Also, how did you get the painting? Which grandmaster created it? ”

Mu Rou also glanced at Xue Yuan, feeling a shock in her heart. Xue Yuan actually had an extremely precious painting and even caused an enormous commotion.

"Grandmothers of the Star River Association have arrived." At this moment, a voice floated up and signified the arrival of several figures. The intention for their arrival was clear because of the painting.