Chapter 204: Chapter 202: The Fourth Deputy Director, Lu Xuan—Supreme Spiritual Object of Heaven and Earth! (Part 2)

"Mr. Lu, I must congratulate you here!"

"The Emperor has issued a decree to the Profound Bird Guard Headquarters; you have been appointed as the fourth Deputy Director of the Profound Bird Guard."

"Moreover, the decree orders Mr. Lu to come to the capital quickly, as the Emperor wishes to meet you!"

Li Chengxing’s words were like a bolt from the blue, exploding directly in Shangguan Yunlan’s ears!

Shangguan Yunlan’s originally aloof face suddenly froze, her beautiful eyes widening sharply, filled with incredulity and shock.

What did she just hear?

The fourth Deputy Director of the Profound Bird Guard?

Is this true?

Profound Bird Guard is indeed the most powerful organization on the surface of the Great Xia dynasty, the Emperor’s sharp sword used to suppress the world.

Since the founding ancestor established the dynasty, the Great Xia dynasty’s Profound Bird Guard has always been composed of three Deputy Directors and one Director.

But now, this precedent is being set to add a fourth Deputy Director position.

The Deputy Director of the Profound Bird Guard is not a position just anyone can hold.

According to Shangguan Yunlan’s knowledge, aside from Li Chengxing who frequently appears in public,

the identities of the other first and second Deputy Directors are known only to a few, and even their Martial Arts Realm remains unclear.

As for the Director of the Profound Bird Guard, even more mysterious and elusive, their Martial Arts Realm is rumored to be in the terrifying Divine Mansion Realm!

Thus, the entire Profound Bird Guard is basically managed by those three Deputy Directors.

This shows the enormous power held by the Deputy Directors of the Profound Bird Guard.

The Deputy Director of the Profound Bird Guard is an official of the second rank.

According to the principle of rank, only a small number of officials in the Great Xia dynasty can surpass the Deputy Director of the Profound Bird Guard.

The most crucial part is that the Deputy Director receives the privilege to enjoy supreme Spiritual Objects.

Supreme Spiritual Objects are rare and precious items, extremely scarce even in the Spirit Ruins.

Her mother, Shangguan Yuqing, was bestowed a supreme Spiritual Object by the Emperor ten years ago.

It’s said that supreme Spiritual Objects contain immense power of Heaven and Earth, pure enough to resemble sacrificial instruments.

Martial Artists who consume supreme Spiritual Objects see their cultivation skyrocket in an instant.

Shangguan Yunlan once heard that Prince An, Xia Mingqing, was given a supreme Spiritual Object by the late Emperor when in the Inner Qi Realm.

In a single night, his cultivation leaped from the Inner Qi Realm to the Outer Gang Grandmaster Realm.

However, to Shangguan Yunlan’s shock, Lu Xuan’s demeanor showed little change.

For Lu Xuan, the size of the position, and titles are mere fleeting illusions, mere reflections, castles in the air.

Only Martial Arts resources and cultivation are what Lu Xuan truly needs.

Strength is the foundation of everything!

"Is it time to go to the capital?"

"Mr. Li, must I proceed to the capital immediately?"

Lu Xuan frowned in contemplation; he did not intend to rush to that Great Xia capital so soon.

Because that place harbors the presence Lu Xuan fears.

It is the legendary Divine Mansion Being!

Without breaking through to that realm, Lu Xuan would never risk going alone to the Great Xia capital.

After all, human hearts are treacherous and one must be wary.

Who knows if the Empress harbors curiosity or malice against him.

Lu Xuan would never consider entrusting his hopes to others.

Ultimately, one must rely on oneself!

Li Chengxing, upon hearing Lu Xuan’s words, looked at him with appreciation.

This young man is the most outstanding person he has ever seen.

Though Lu Xuan is young, his prudence and astuteness rival any old fox.

He lacks the arrogance and conceit typical of young people!

Unbelievable, truly unbelievable!

Li Chengxing seemed to see the potential future of a formidable person.

An unparalleled force in the Divine Mansion Realm!

Then, Li Chengxing spoke steadily.

"If Mr. Lu has no pressing matters, it’s best to set off today to meet the Empress in the capital!"

"The Empress appreciates you greatly!"

"Of course, the Empress also mentioned that if Mr. Lu has any reservations, there’s no need to rush to the capital!"

One has to admit, even Li Chengxing finds the Empress’s favor towards Lu Xuan unbelievable.

These words also reflect the Empress’s accommodation of Lu Xuan.

It’s truly unprecedented for the Empress to consider someone else’s feelings.

"That’s good!"

Upon hearing that there’s no rush to the capital, Lu Xuan’s furrowed brow immediately relaxed.

"Oh, Mr. Lu, the Spiritual Objects your White Dao Prefecture requested have all been sent."

"There are three supreme Spiritual Objects, twenty high-grade Spiritual Objects, and a hundred mid-grade Spiritual Objects."

"Yes, and this item!"

"It is personally bestowed upon you by the Empress!"

As soon as Li Chengxing finished his words, he gently raised his right hand.

He then took out a delicate, mysterious black silk box from his sleeve, not too big yet perfect to fit in a palm.

The box, made of some mysterious black crystal, emitted radiance on its surface, exuding an ancient mysterious aura!

Several intricate black mysterious birds were engraved on the surface, lifelike, possessing an extraordinary charm.

Li Chengxing gently stroked the box with his left hand, and a hint of fervor flashed in his eyes.

It was a look of envy!

Because, the item inside is incredibly rare.

A supreme Spiritual Object!

Even Li Chengxing, an old man over a hundred years old, harbors a bit of desire for it.

If he could consume this supreme Spiritual Object, it might save him a year or two, and allow him to reach External Gang Grandmaster Perfection earlier.

It might even give him a slight chance of reaching the legendary Divine Mansion Realm!

"Mr. Lu, the item inside is a supreme Spiritual Object."

"This is bestowed by the Empress, and is also what the Deputy Director of the Profound Bird Guard possesses."

Each Deputy Director of the Profound Bird Guard is granted a supreme Spiritual Object by the Great Xia Emperor to symbolize the Emperor’s vast grace.

Li Chengxing’s breakthrough to the current realm is partly due to a supreme Spiritual Object.

Five years ago, the Empress gifted him a supreme Spiritual Object, and traces of Heaven’s power still nourish him to this day.

"What!"

Two voices rang out simultaneously, those of Lu Xuan and Shangguan Yunlan.

Lu Xuan intently stared at the silk box held by Li Chengxing, his eyes ablaze, fearing the box might fly away.

Swish!

Lu Xuan immediately grasped the box, then casually opened it.

At that moment, a dazzling white light from the box illuminated Lu Xuan’s face.

Immediately, a surge of horrifying Spiritual Qi spilled out from the box, rapidly spreading towards the hall.

"Wow, what a comfortable feeling!"

"Xiao Gang, do you feel your body warm and cozy."

"I feel my cultivation slowly improving!"

The Profound Bird Guard stationed outside the hall suddenly noticed the abnormality around them.

Additionally, their cultivation emerged simultaneously, gradually advancing at a subtle pace.

Of course, this lasted only for a few moments before the abundant Spiritual Qi dissipated into the air!

Inside the hall, Lu Xuan already closed the box.

Yet the shock in his eyes remained unchanged!

It’s real, truly a supreme Spiritual Object!

After regaining his composure, Lu Xuan quickly spoke to Li Chengxing.

"I will keep the Emperor’s grace in my heart."

"Please, Mr. Li, convey my gratitude to the Empress!"