LGHTNOVELBOOK Chapter 353 Changes
Similar scenes were unfolding in many corners of Lu Xun's territory. With Lu Xun's great victory and the surge in fortune and destiny, the already weakened human path of fortune and destiny re-emerged, causing demons who had been living comfortably amid the chaos for several years to suffer incessant headaches.
But none dared provoke Lu Xun, for though Great Chu had fallen, its foundations remained unharmed, and the Underworld Dragon Court still stood, backed by the Immortals in their prime. The Deities that had appeared over the centuries were unaffected by this turmoil and continued to enjoy offerings and incense, so they could only choose to flee ignominiously.
Even though Lu Xun didn't know what had happened behind the scenes, when he woke up the next day and looked at the streets, which were gradually thriving once more, he felt exceptionally content, and the air seemed to be filled with a fresh fragrance.
"My lord seems in good spirits," Mr. Wu commented with a smile, having not appeared for quite some time.
"Good morning, Mr. Wu. I don't know why, but I woke up feeling refreshed and bright. The world seems a bit brighter," Lu Xun replied with a smile. At that moment, he felt a surge of vitality as if he had endless energy. His condition was excellent.
Mr. Wu also showed a delighted smile. As someone like him was extremely sensitive to changes in fortune and destiny, he had been awakened the night before and, upon observing the celestial patterns, noticed that the Purple Forbidden Enclosure was shining brightly. The land where Lu Xun resided was brimming with fortune and destiny, and faint dragon chants seemed to echo in his ears, indicating that their lord had indeed started to fulfill his heavenly mandate. This also presented him with an opportunity, allowing him to break through a realm that had troubled him for a long time.
"That's because your foundation is set, my lord. Under the resonance between Heaven and Man, one feels such comfort. Further, with the resurgence of the human path and the fleeing of demons, the breath of the world has been cleansed. It's not just you, my lord; even I feel refreshed and clear-headed!" Mr. Wu said with a laugh.
Only then did Lu Xun understand that so much had happened in the shadows. The way of fortune and destiny was indeed unpredictable.
The two, in high spirits, walked together, carefully observing the newly revived city. The remnants of the great battle were fading away, and joyful smiles had returned to the faces of the people. They were the easiest content people in the world, and time was slowly healing the sorrows in their hearts, as their daily lives and thoughts were occupied with the trivial concerns of life.
Some might think them dull and ignorant, but it was precisely such people who formed the world's most solid foundation and made up the main body of a nation.
With a smile on his face, Lu Xun watched the bustling crowd in the streets and also heard the cries of street vendors. No matter how much he saw it, he couldn't get enough. In the past, when living in the seclusion of the palace, he was unaware of the hardships of the common people, gaining knowledge only from books. Now, after experiencing many facets of life, he suddenly realized how ignorant and presumptuous he had been back then.
Meanwhile, deep in the Underworld, on a land wrapped in darkness, a Dragon Court was radiating dazzling light, like a bright moon standing over the wastelands outside the gates of hell. Countless Shadow Souls looked toward the distant Dragon Court with a mixture of fear and envy, vaguely seeing the Dragon of Fortune flying above it.
This was the Dragon Court of Great Chu. Originally, when the Great Chu in the mortal realm perished, its fortune and destiny began to wane, and it entered decline. Numerous Ghost Kings set their sights here, knowing that when the dynasty of the mortal realm fell, the Dragon Court of the Netherworld would become a sourceless stream, slowly meeting its demise. Especially for a vast unified Imperial Court like Great Chu, which sheltered numerous people, the consumption rate of fortune and destiny was alarmingly fast.
However, just yesterday, the once gradually declining Dragon Court suddenly burst out with resplendent light. Even the True Dragon of Fortune, which had been languid for some time, seemed as if it had been injected with a shot of adrenaline, ceaselessly flying in the sky and letting out joyful dragon roars.
"How much time has passed, and Great Chu has already renewed its national fortune?" Atop a distant Black Mountain, a shadow clothed in black stood firmly. He was tall and his face was indiscernible, surrounded by black mist, with two eyes emitting a sinister crimson glow.
"Great King, behind Great Chu is the Tea Saint. With his virtuous fortune and destiny, protecting the Dragon Court is not a difficult task," replied a short old man standing beside him, his face bearing a sycophantic smile, in a low voice.
"What a pity, I originally planned to take advantage of the Dragon Court's weakness and properly deal with it. I didn't expect it to recover so quickly in such a short time," the dark figure sighed softly. His eyes greedily glanced at the shining Dragon Court in the wilderness, then turned and left, knowing that staying was futile and nothing could be done. It was better to look elsewhere for unexpected gains.
Atop the city walls of the Dragon Court, Lu Chengqian, sensing the departure of the black shadow, said with resentment, "If it weren't for the critical moment my Dragon Court is facing, I would make this Old Demon of Black Mountain regret crossing paths with us, and prevent others from thinking the Great Chu Dragon Court is easy to bully."
Lu Chengqian declared with conviction, his aura flaring intensely. Having possessed the nation's fortune and destiny for many years, he was now at the level of the Ghost King. Releasing his aura, he frightened the surrounding ghosts into trembling.
"Why make such a big fuss over a petty ghost? Let him go!" The voice of Lu Zhang sounded in his son's ear. The stern-faced man was wearing an expression of joy, and his words were very warm. Lu Chengqian knew his father was happy because of the renewal of Great Chu's national fortune.
"That boy Lu Xun did well though. With this victory, he has essentially secured the future, disappointing those with covetous eyes. Our Lu Family will thrive for centuries to come," Lu Zhang said to his son, patting his shoulder and laughing.
Likening to his father's sentiment, Lu Chengqian also showed a smile. This was what mattered. With the resurgence of Great Chu and the renewal of national fortune and destiny, the Dragon Court would regain its former glory. And all this was thanks to the efforts of Lu Xun in the mortal world. Smiling slightly, he said, "Lu Xun has indeed gone through hardships, but fortunately, things have turned around. Father, you can finally put aside your worries."
He knew well that since his great uncle's descent into the Underworld to reveal secrets, his father had been trapped in deep self-reproach. After all, it was he who had agreed to carry out such a plan, only to inadvertently lead the entire Dragon Court into danger. Now that the dust had settled, he too could finally let go of his guilt.
"Indeed, we have managed to preserve our great foundation. We even had Qingyun's secret support, instructing Lu Xun. Once matters are settled, you must host a banquet in his honor," Lu Zhang said with a smile, instructing his son. After all, Lu Chengqian and Liu Qingyun shared a deep and brotherly bond.
"Rest assured, father, I will surely prepare a generous gift to express my gratitude," Lu Chengqian replied, his face breaking into a happy smile at the mention of his close friend. His time as Emperor had felt lonely, and if it weren't for this friend who had remained by his side, those years would have been incredibly arduous.