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Chapter 181 : Myths and Legends
Without spending more than two peaceful days in Bo Province, Ming Chen was on the road again with Xiao Xinyue.
The grand procession advanced along another road toward the northwest.
This direction led to Qing Province, Ming Chen's homeland, and also Xiao Xinyue's destination.
Just like when they fled the capital, this time they also brought a guard detail of three hundred men and a retinue of subordinates.
However, compared to the wretched flight of that time, this journey was much more peaceful and composed.
Ӗ n̈ ū m̈а̃ .іd_
After all, this was all her territory now, so safety could be guaranteed.
She was going to travel all the way to her newly established capital, inspecting the national territory that belonged to her.
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"This... this, what's going on? Is Her Highness leaving?"
"Ah? Why..."
"Wouldn't it be good for Her Highness to stay in our Linguang?"
"A safe journey, Your Highness..."
Е n um ă
"You must come back to Linguang again in the future!"
...
Beyond the official road, the common people watched from afar as Xiao Xinyue's grand procession departed, their eyes full of reluctance as they waved their hands and shouted loudly.
They knew that the peerlessly beautiful imperial daughter was leaving.
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People live their lives through comparison.
In this world, everything fears comparison.
Еňū.m̊ а́
To experience a corrupt rule, and then to experience an enlightened one.
Only through comparison would the common people know what kind of leader was good and worthy of their respect.
Under Zhang Boxing's governance, the people of the county town had always lived well. They had no point of comparison, so a few mere rumors could influence their opinion of their ruler.
But here in Linguang of Bo Province, it was the exact opposite. They had experienced corrupt officials, they had experienced the exploitation of the provincial governor Ma Minghui. Their threshold was very low.
Then came Ling Yu, and then Xiao Xinyue. They were easily satisfied, not hesitating to offer their support and praise.
During the time Ming Chen was in the south, Xiao Xinyue had given a profound speech here, smoothly taking over the reputation Ling Yu had built. This was accompanied by the implementation of various measures to benefit the people, perfecting rules and regulations, and bringing order to the city, managing it with great efficiency.
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The imperial daughter that Ming Chen valued was not just a daydreamer who only spoke empty words and blindly shouted ideals. She was someone who took action and possessed extremely outstanding talent and aptitude.
Xiao Xinyue had been here for less than two months, yet she had already won the trust of the people.
The people deeply felt the sincerity of this imperial daughter who had fled the capital, and they felt the breadth of mind and magnanimity hidden within her grand ambitions.
The legend of the Golden Scale Leaping Over Heaven's Gate had also spread, and the people became more and more convinced that this naturally noble imperial daughter was the ruler chosen by heaven.
So it was only natural that when Xiao Xinyue was about to leave, the people here were very reluctant to see her go.
"Everyone, do not worry!"
Е̃ńǔ m̆ а .і̄d
"Linguang will continue to operate under the same system as before."
"I will definitely not fail the trust you have placed in me!"
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Xiao Xinyue rode a tall horse, moving out of the city surrounded by her soldiers, waving to the common people as she went.
Looking at the faces of the people, meeting their trusting gazes, Xiao Xinyue couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement in her heart.
This was the first time she had received feedback since she began to govern.
The feeling of being acknowledged, of being supported, of being liked was intoxicating.
Ёn ům̀ а́
The realization of one's self-worth is the highest form of happiness. The castle in the air of her ideals seemed to have gained a bit of substance at this moment.
All the work from dawn to dusk was for this very moment.
Xiao Xinyue exchanged a glance with the person beside her, clenching her hand into a fist, her ideals becoming even more resolute.
...
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In the room, the fragrance of tea curled in the air.
The little bird dropped from his shoulder onto his palm, rubbing against it affectionately.
Е ṅǔm а . і d
Ming Chen didn't know if it was his imagination, but after turning into a phoenix, this unlucky fellow seemed a bit strange lately.
It seemed... a bit clingy.
"Lord Chen, I am Ming Chen."
"Chen went south some days ago and failed to pay a visit. I hope you can forgive me."
In Mengling City, Qi Province, Xiao Xinyue had gone to meet with local officials for inspections and political activities.
Ming Chen, however, was sitting opposite another person in the posthouse, sipping tea and making small talk.
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This person was of medium build, neither fat nor thin, with a round face, about thirty-five or thirty-six years old, and fair-skinned.
It was worth mentioning that the top of his head was exceptionally smooth and bright, with a few strands of sparse hair distributed around his head like withered grass.
Brilliantly bald, a standard Mediterranean hairstyle.
Finding the obscure books Ming Chen wanted in a local city like Linguang was a bit of a tall order.
But Xiao Xinyue could find him a living library.
This person's name was Chen Yutang, the former Vice Minister of Revenue of Qian-Yuan. He was a capable person whom Xiao Zhengyang had specifically instructed Xiao Xinyue to seek out before his death.
Е ň ŭm а
Before Xiao Zhengyang passed away, he had sent him to the south as an imperial envoy for disaster relief.
The main purpose was actually to disperse talented people out of the capital so they could assist Xiao Xinyue in the future.
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He had brought with him extremely important archives and maps of Qian-Yuan, including information on the official system, land, and population... one could say it was the essence of the entire dynasty's rule.
This era had no computers, no internet; storing and transmitting information was very difficult. With these things in Xiao Xinyue's hands, when she established a new dynasty in the future, it would be like standing on the shoulders of giants, doubling the results with half the effort and reducing a great deal of trouble.
In addition, Chen Yutang himself had an outstanding memory, had read widely, and possessed a photographic memory, making him a rare talent.
During the time Ming Chen was in the south, Xiao Xinyue had also sent people to find him.
Еǹ_um̈а̀
"I wouldn't dare, I wouldn't dare, Lord Ming."
Chen Yutang also knew that Ming Chen was a favorite of the leader and naturally could not be offended.
He read books year-round and his eyesight wasn't very good. He squinted his eyes to get a good look at Ming Chen.
Heroic and handsome, confident and high-spirited.
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He sighed inwardly, but his face remained respectful as he cupped his hands towards Ming Chen.
Ming Chen took a sip of tea and smiled at him, "I've heard that Lord Chen has a superior memory and never forgets what he has read. Truly a heaven-sent talent."
Е n̆u m̌а
"You flatter me, you flatter me!"
"Lord Ming is the true young hero. This humble one will have to rely on Lord Ming's support in the future!"
When it came to heaven-sent talent, who could compare to this young man who was not yet twenty?
One good turn deserves another.
Chen Yutang also offered compliments to Ming Chen.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Chen Yutang put down his teacup and asked Ming Chen, "May I ask what important matter Lord Ming has sought this humble one for?"
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"I've heard that Lord Chen has read widely, knows everything about ancient and modern history, and has even dabbled in folk myths and legends."
"A personal hobby... a personal hobby. What would Lord Ming like to ask?"
Chen Yutang had this talent, and he also loved to read.
His hobby back in the capital was to soak in the literary hall and read books. He read all sorts of miscellaneous things, and indeed had some knowledge of ancient and modern history, as well as folk myths.
Ming Chen narrowed his eyes and asked Chen Yutang, "Chen would like to ask, is there an immortal in the myths and legends named Yu Dongchuan? The Lord of Li-Fire Star? What information is there about him? Are there any records of him in history?"
"Yu Dongchuan? The Lord of Li-Fire Star?"
Е n.ùm̆а. і́d
Chen Yutang's brow furrowed slightly, and he stroked his chin in thought for a moment.
"Oh!"
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He then slapped his thigh in a moment of realization. "Born of cleansing fire, died in burning fire. In charge of all the fierce flames under heaven, resides in the blazing sun, rides upon a nine-phoenix chariot, the immortal god, Lord of Li-Fire Star, Yu Dongchuan!"
"I've read about him in 'Chronicles of Southern Oddities', 'Grand Canon of Divine Xia'... a few books like that."
"Oh? Resides in the blazing sun, rides upon a nine-phoenix chariot?"
Ming Chen raised his eyebrows, glanced at the bright sun outside the window, and the little red bird in his palm also raised its head.
W ė b.ń о̊ v̈ẽl Е n úm̈ а_
He leaned closer to Chen Yutang and said with a look of great interest, "Lord Chen, please elaborate for me."
"I want to know all the information about this immortal god."
"Er..."
Chen Yutang didn't know what this young lord was thinking. Instead of pondering matters of state, he was here like a child, asking about those ethereal tales of gods and monsters.
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However, he naturally wouldn't voice his thoughts.
He took a sip of tea to wet his throat, then began to ramble on to Ming Chen, "According to the stories recorded in the 'Grand Canon of Divine Xia', legend has it that two thousand years ago, during the Great Xia Dynasty..."
Е̄ń u m̃ ă .і d
Two thousand years ago, the layout of the continent was not as it is now, just as Ming Chen had previously told Qin Lou.
The original Qian-Yuan and Northern Lie, and even several countries in the south, were all one nation.
After experiencing chaotic wars and conflicts of interest, and with the passage of time, they split and merged, merged and split, finally creating the current situation.
The Great Xia was a unified dynasty two thousand years ago.
"In a village in Anling City, which according to its current location is probably in Ju Province of the southern Zhou Kingdom. A woman was pregnant for a year and gave birth to a strange child. When he was born, his whole body was burning with flames, and he burned his mother to death."
"He was born peculiar, with no hair on his body, a head that was wide at the top and pointed at the bottom, and unusually large hands, the very picture of a strange being. From a young age, he had a strange ability to simply control fire."
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"Because of his strange appearance and the fact that he caused his mother's death, he was ostracized and abandoned by his relatives and fellow villagers. After leaving home, he had some fortuitous encounters and grew up successfully. Later, he joined the army and was brave and skilled in battle. Because of his special ability, he was favored by King Wu of Xia, who made him a General of Li-Fire and gave him the name Yu Dongchuan."
"Later, a fatuous ruler came to power, and the war that split the Xia Dynasty began. In a great battle, he encountered another strange being who countered him. He was defeated, captured by the rebel enemy army, had his special abilities sealed, and was burned to death by fierce flames. It is said that after his death, flames ignited out of thin air, could not be extinguished by water, and burned for three full years before dying out. Within the flames, a vague, lingering voice could be heard."
"Born of cleansing fire, died in burning fire, soul returns to the immortal realm, enfeoffed as Lord of Li-Fire."
"Because of his special abilities and novel legend, altars were set up to worship him, and he was made an immortal god. Rumor has it that he lives on the sun, feeds on sunlight, controls all the flames in the world, and travels in a divine chariot pulled by nine phoenixes."
"The 'Chronicles of Southern Oddities' also says that a traveler in the south was once walking alone at night and encountered wolves. The traveler was afraid and prayed for his manifestation. A supernatural event actually occurred: the round sun lit up in the night, and the wolves were driven away by fierce flames that appeared from nowhere. Later, his fame grew, and he earned the name Lord of Li-Fire Star."
"People in the southern countries whose work is related to fire often believe in this immortal god, such as blacksmiths, cooks... Before starting their work, they will bow to his statue and ask for his blessing."
W еb ńо̆v̄ е́ l̄ Е̇ ñ u m̌ а̀
"There are also records in the 'Record of Gods and Spirits'..."
(End of Chapter)
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