inspire-indiana 071 Famous throughout the capital city
071 Famous throughout the capital city
Ning Kui flashed and appeared behind Chen Qi.
He first flicked Chen Qi on the forehead, then scolded, "How much older am I than you? What do you mean, 'old man'?"
"And most importantly, I not only have courage, I also have brains."
Being too reckless won't lead to a long life.
Seeing Chen Qi lower his head in shame, Ning Kui's lips curled up slightly: "Fine, let's just consider it a trial for you."
Anyone who has just begun practicing skin refining may accompany Miss Bai out of the city to slay demons!
"Really? That's great! I have a master...wait?"
With...Miss Bai protecting us, we'll definitely be able to wreak havoc on all sides!
"Sigh, I haven't even mastered the basics of skin refining yet, what a pity..."
After careful selection, only four people, besides Chen Qi, were chosen to enter the beginner level of the Skin Refining Realm.
Ning Kui entrusted them to Bai Yingying.
A martial artist at the Great Perfection of the Blood Refining Realm should have no problem taking care of several children.
Bai Yingying could only pout and huff as she became the nanny, because she was in a weaker position in the relationship.
Ning Kui went straight to the backyard. The outside world was not peaceful, and he felt at ease only when he was with his family.
Moreover, he was determined that once Yan Daoren quelled the chaos at Fangya Mountain, he would have his concubine and Xia Chan move back to the county government office.
It wouldn't have been a problem for the young lady to live in the martial arts school, but now the Pig God is dead and the Dragon King is half-crippled.
In case the Demon Mother senses the danger and strikes first...
It will be too late to regret it then.
Although Yan Daoren is not as good as Li Qijue, he still has his own skills, enough to make the Ghost Mother wary.
Ning Kui chatted with his young mistress about everyday things, and with Xia Chan occasionally throwing out a few witty remarks, the afternoon quickly passed.
He had Xia Chan pack her luggage in advance, and upon learning that Yan Daoren had returned to the county government, he directly hired a carriage to go there.
To avoid suspicion, the young lady continued to live with Yun Mengling.
Unable to resist Yun Mengling's delighted gaze, Ning Kui found an excuse to head straight for Yan Daoren's residence.
Having just finished defeating the enemy, Yan Daoren was having a clerk record the day's warriors.
When he saw Ning Kui arrive, he asked him to describe the battle report together. When he saw the clerk write that Ning Kui had killed the boar god, he quickly interrupted him.
"Hey, hey, hey, what? Ning Kui killed the Pig God, causing the Forbidden Ruins to collapse?"
Write it out and rewrite it, saying that this great man fought a great battle last night, severely injuring the Demon Mother and the Boar God. The Boar God barely survived the night before suddenly dying!
Right in front of Ning Kui, he took all the credit for himself.
"Hehe, kid, are you upset that I took the biggest credit for your work?"
At this moment, Yan Daoren only reached Ning Kui's waist, and paced back and forth with his hands behind his back.
He seemed quite pleased with himself.
Ning Kui shook his head. Putting aside the fact that he needed Yan Daoren's help, he asked Yan Daoren to protect his young mistress.
Even if we take a step back and assume the worst, how could he not know how many interested people would pay attention to a martial artist at the Great Perfection of the Bone Refining Realm who were to kill a demonic beast at the Elephant Earth Realm?
He didn't need to be targeted by those important figures beforehand.
Moreover, the information about him recorded by the clerk was already quite impressive, and he deserved credit and rewards.
"Of course it's not my fault. I should thank Lord Yan for his kindness."
"I'm glad you understand my good intentions."
Don't worry, I won't really take credit for your work. I will write a letter and send it to both Minister Wang and Lord Li.
You will receive every reward you are entitled to.
Seeing that Ning Kui had come to his senses, Yan Daoren revealed the truth, not wanting Ning Kui to harbor any resentment.
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Jade Capital City.
Rongning County Prince's Residence.
Li Qijue laughed heartily in the lakeside pavilion in his backyard.
Holding Yan Daoren's secret letter in his hand, he repeatedly exclaimed, "Well done, Ning Kui!"
It can even kill demonic beasts in the Elephant Realm!
Not bad, not bad, you've got some of my style from back in the day.
"Cousin, you couldn't kill a demonic beast at the Elephant Earth Realm when you were at the Bone Refining Realm."
A lazy yet noble voice rang out.
A noble young woman dressed in a colorful phoenix robe and wearing a pearl-embroidered headdress calmly exposed Li Qijue's boasting.
Beside the girl was a young man with a dignified face, exuding authority without anger. His python robe was embroidered with patterns of dragons and crows in gold thread.
"I think Princess is right. Li Qijue, you went out on an errand, but you didn't improve your skills. You just learned to brag."
Upon hearing this, Princess Zhao covered her mouth and chuckled: "Third brother is right, but cousin never used to praise people."
Who exactly is Ning Kui?
The two of them were simply trying to find out more information about Ning Kui.
Li Qijue rolled his eyes. Others might not know their character, but he certainly did.
As the most beloved youngest daughter of Emperor Daojun, Princess Zhao, at a young age, already held the position of Deputy Commander of the Anti-Rebel Division with her peak Blood Refining Realm cultivation.
The power they wield is terrifying.
The third prince was known as a "wise prince," and everyone in and out of the court praised him for having the style of the founding emperor. He was in charge of the Censorate and concurrently served as the Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review. He was known for his "thirst for talent."
Li Qijue could easily imagine that as soon as he exposed Ning Kui's true colors, the two of them would send someone to recruit Ning Kui with urgent urgency.
"You two stop acting for me, I've already made an appointment with him."
Once he has slain the three evil spirits and helped Prime Minister Wang complete the reforms, he will rush to the capital city to join me.
Then you two will know what a true prodigy is!
"No matter how strong you are, can you be stronger than me?"
The Third Prince felt somewhat unwell. He had possessed extraordinary martial arts talent since childhood, and apart from Li Qijue, he rarely had any rivals.
The "Great Sun Golden Crow" martial will he condensed a few days ago was even hailed as one of the top ten powerful phenomena in the Heavenly Song Dynasty.
Does a mere commoner from a remote area have the right to stand shoulder to shoulder with him?
"He's certainly not as good as me, but he's still much better than you."
"you!"
Seeing the two bickering again, Princess Zhao couldn't help but giggle.
"The martial arts spring examination will be held next spring. If that Ning Kui you mentioned is really capable..."
Why not strive to be the top scholar, second-place scholar, or third-place scholar?
Wealth, glory, precious medicines, and divine weapons are all within easy reach!
With just one sentence, Li Qijue and the Third Prince were rendered speechless.
Those were the top three people of their generation in the entire Tian Song Dynasty!
Even with Li Qijue's arrogance and the Third Prince's pride, they dared not belittle them in the slightest.
Those people are all monsters, and if you're not careful, a monster among monsters will pop up every few decades.
"That's right. If we have the time, we should let Ning Kui also participate in the imperial examination."
"I, the prince, want to see if he's even qualified to be listed on the martial arts ranking, let alone in the top three!"
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In the Prime Minister's residence, the current Prime Minister Cai Shendu stared blankly at the intelligence report in his hand: "Even Li Qijue couldn't accomplish that, yet Yan Daoren has made such progress in just two days since he arrived."
Could it be that the short-statured Yan concealed his true abilities when he was in Yujing City?
Let's send someone to make contact first. If he's truly a talented individual, we can recruit him into our camp.
What do you think, Chancellor Tong and Grand Commandant Gao?
Two shadowy figures sat on either side of the hall, stroking their beards and nodding.
"Naturally, if he is willing to serve us, there will be inexhaustible wealth and glory waiting for him."
If they are ungrateful and insist on going against the tide to help that person complete the exorcism order...
kill!"
"By the way, that boy named Ning Kui seems to be quite cunning..."
"Just a nobody, a mere Bone Refining Realm martial artist, not worth bothering with..."
"Good, that's fine too."