Chapter 977: Chapter 540: Return to the Capital! The Position of Divine Envoy! (Part 3)
“Indeed, my lord.”
“Wanshu, you may leave. Your father has some matters to discuss,” Zhang Yantong spoke.
Zhang Wanshu slightly nodded, glanced at Chen Yuan, greeted him, and then gracefully withdrew.
Once she had left, Zhang Yantong’s expression gradually changed, and he sighed:
“The great accomplishments in Liangzhou are enough to raise your noble rank by one more level, but regarding the previous defiance of the imperial edict, you must still be cautious in dealing with His Majesty.”
“Thank you for the guidance, my lord.”
Chen Yuan of course understood the implications behind Zhang Yantong’s words.
As a high-ranking official of the court, he must have seen Jingta’s intentions, which Chen Yuan had disrupted. Therefore, he may not be particularly favored, as this was a rare opportunity to weaken Wei Jinfeng’s power, one that occurs once in a hundred years.
“But there’s no need to worry too much; regardless, you are now a True Master of Yang Transformation, which is a far cry from your previous status. His Majesty will not be overly harsh.”
Then, Zhang Yantong shifted his tone.
Chen Yuan squinted, chuckling lightly:
“His Majesty, as the ruler of all under heaven, naturally possesses great magnanimity.”
“This time you…”
Zhang Yantong started to chat with Chen Yuan, most curious about the great battle in Liangzhou. No matter how much information one has, it cannot compare to Chen Yuan’s firsthand account.
It was an event that hadn’t occurred in many years; to witness it personally would indeed make the journey worth it in this lifetime.
Royal Court Barbarian God!
What a formidable entity it was!
It was a being that even a Yang Transformation martial artist could only look up to, and such a being had its Dharma Body forcibly cut down by Chen Yuan with the power of the True Martial Sword. It was evident how powerful he was.
Furthermore, Chen Yuan was renowned for his ability to fight beyond his realm.
Zhang Yantong believed that Chen Yuan, having just entered the Primordial Spirit Realm, was entirely capable of standing shoulder to shoulder with those at the peak of the Primordial Spirit. Given more time to grow, he might even catch up!
It’s terrifying and awe-inspiring!
He initially intended to use Chen Yuan to win over Jiang He, but now Chen Yuan had surpassed his expectations, making him sigh. Chen Yuan, who dominated an era, was indeed fearsome.
Fortunately, someone like him had deep ties with them, not part of the Zhang faction, yet more beneficial than the Zhang faction.
In the future, there would inevitably be places where he would rely on him.
“Having advanced to Yang Transformation, the position of Heavenly Patrol Golden Envoy is no longer suitable for you. What are your thoughts?” Zhang Yantong intended to help Chen Yuan one last time.
“Uncle, are you suggesting?”
Chen Yuan was somewhat tempted.
The Heavenly Patrol Bureau did have True Masters in the Yang Transformation Realm, but they could not be called Divine Envoys, yet their status came right below the Divine Envoys, considered as candidates.
This position wasn’t low, but the power varied.
Some were only slightly stronger than the Heavenly Patrol Golden Envoy, while others were nearly as powerful as the four Divine Envoys. Chen Yuan subconsciously believed that Zhang Yantong had a good position planned for him.
While such a position was good, it was not as beneficial as being stationed outside.
Nevertheless, the other’s intentions were kind, and he didn’t immediately decline.
Zhang Yantong’s eyes flickered as he spoke softly:
“The power of the Heavenly Patrol Bureau is too great; His Majesty has long intended to weaken it. However, the Great Governor’s recent emergence stabilized it temporarily. But I’ve heard some whispers that His Majesty seems to have discussed with the Great Governor,
to possibly remove the Heavenly Patrol Bureau, making it an extraordinary entity, naturally choosing the Great Governor from the four Divine Envoys, leaving a vacancy.”
In Jingta’s design, the Heavenly Patrol Bureau’s status was slightly higher than the Imperial Supervision Bureau but not excessively so, lest it threaten imperial power. The Imperial Factory’s Supervisor Cao Zhengxian was at the peak of Refining God, while the Great Governor of the Heavenly Patrol Bureau was at the peak of Yang God, which was entirely disproportionate.
Measures to balance it were necessary.
Only removing Gu Tianqiong from the position of Great Governor would count as genuine weakening. Of course, losing this position didn’t mean he would lose power; with his strength, he stood as a pillar of the current court, an imposing presence.
He could entirely be like Grand Marshal Li Kuangxiu, named Grand Marshal but with real power delegated, becoming an extraordinary figure.
Centralizing power to the Emperor.
“Do you have hope of advancing, Uncle?” Chen Yuan shifted the conversation, asking him.
If Zhang Yantong could become the Great Governor of the Heavenly Patrol Bureau, any task he undertook would be much easier, which would be favorable news.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yantong shook his head, sighing lightly:
“In terms of cultivation, merits, and power, I am inferior to Xiao Jing. If anyone were to advance, he would be the first choice.”
Chen Yuan slightly nodded, somewhat knowledgeable about the status of the Divine Envoys within the Heavenly Patrol Bureau. Zhang Yantong’s chances were indeed slim, amongst the four Divine Envoys, Heaven, Earth, Mystical, and Yellow.
The Heavenly Divine Envoy Xiao Jing was an extraordinary figure, previously managing the Heavenly Patrol Bureau, stronger in position than the other three, and his strength was indeed formidable, close but not yet at Yang God.
The other three in ranking were evenly matched, each excelling in different ways.
This was indeed a bit too much of a stretch in his thinking.
“If Xiao Jing advances, the position of Heavenly Divine Envoy would be vacant. If you have any intentions, I can lend you a hand, speak before the Great Governor.”
“If it truly happens, I would be most grateful, Uncle.”
Although Divine Envoys could also be stationed in places, it was perhaps even more convenient. Now that there’s an opportunity, Chen Yuan would certainly strive for it; failure would mean nothing.
“Alright, I will plan this for you.”
Zhang Yantong revealed a faint smile.
The position of Great Governor was beyond his reach, but if Chen Yuan ascended to the position of Heavenly Divine Envoy, it would also enhance his power in another way, a win-win situation.
He truly had no other candidates at hand.
As for the other Divine Envoys, they were undoubtedly plotting different candidates.
Chen Yuan didn’t leave Zhang Mansion but instead stayed to have some meals with him, during which he even added a bit of Spirit Essence given by the Food God, enhancing the taste of the dishes.
Until late at night, the conversation between Chen Yuan and Zhang Yantong finally ended. Second Sister Zhang personally escorted Chen Yuan to the outside of the mansion, bade him farewell, and returned to the Brave Marquis Mansion.
Afterward, he met with Sima Ke.
The other smiled mysteriously, informing Chen Yuan that what he had previously mentioned was accomplished.
Once the storm passed over the next few days, he could visit his hometown.
Chen Yuan: “…”
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Asking for a monthly ticket.
What title do you all think would be suitable?
Champion Marquis is out of the question.
I thought of one myself; let’s see if anyone has better options. If adopted, a red envelope will be offered!