370: Wind and sun, put on some powder
Seven days passed.
Xie Weilou observed the incomplete array disc, Song Shenfeng’s array disc, and array flags, and his understanding of array formations increased considerably once more.
Later, he sought advice from Lin Qinghuang, and his understanding of array formations further improved. He personally practiced, and was already able to set up basic second-grade array formations, which was a rapid improvement.
However, to continue improving, he would need to practice constantly, like refining pills, breaking through repeatedly to fully grasp the intricacies within.
On the City wall.
Lin Qinghuang stood beside Xie Weilou. She looked at Xie Weilou and softly said, “This level of understanding can only support you in entering the ranks of a third-grade Array Master. To achieve a higher level of array formation, you will need other methods.”
In the path of array formations, simply meditating to gain understanding is not enough; other aids are also needed.
“Oh? What methods?”
Xie Weilou asked.
Lin Qinghuang pondered, “If you have time in the future, you can personally enter advanced grand arrays to comprehend the might of the grand arrays, the secrets of array deployment, and the forces of heaven and earth. Only then can you make rapid progress.”
Defensive arrays, with their unapparent might, are difficult to comprehend. It is best to go into activated killing arrays to gain understanding. Only by personally experiencing the might of a killing array can one truly understand the profound mysteries of grand arrays.
There was a killing array set up by Song Shenfeng in the City, but it was not activated. Simply comprehending it would only yield superficial knowledge.
“We’ll see about that in the future.”
Xie Weilou said with a smile.
“Reporting to Young Lord Xie, the latest intelligence from Meng Hu Pass!”
Yang Xiu and others walked over quickly, their faces showing joy.
Xie Weilou asked, “Tell me.”
Yang Xiu immediately said, “Latest news: West Chu’s 200,000-strong army advanced to Meng Hu Pass, ultimately triggering a terrifying Restriction, resulting in their complete annihilation! Six Profound Manifestation Realm Demon-Humans tragically died within.”
The West Chu army naturally intended to re-garrison Meng Hu Pass upon their arrival outside it.
Seeing the low-grade array formation on the City wall, they naturally didn't take it seriously, directly breaking through and then entering the City.
They didn't expect that low-grade array formation was linked to a Restriction. Immediately after entering the City, the Restriction erupted, annihilating the 200,000-strong army.
Xie Weilou smiled faintly and said, “This little gift is for West Chu.”
“Young Lord Xie’s methods, we admire them.”
Yang Xiu and others quickly said.
Xie Weilou thought for a moment and said, “We have been in the Western region for half a month now. It’s time to return to Tianqi City.”
Upon hearing this, Yang Xiu and others immediately said, “Young Lord Xie, rest assured, we will guard Xi Xuan Pass and the Western region well!”
They naturally understood that the Young Lord Xie could not stay in the Western region forever, because he still had to inherit the title of Marquis Zhenxi and continue his cultivation in Tianqi City.
Xie Weilou pondered, “Regarding matters in the Western region, if you discover anything amiss, send me a message immediately.”
Xi Xuan Pass has a City-protecting grand array, so there's no need to worry about the West Chu army quickly attacking. For now, he needs to return to the Sacred Academy and continue his cultivation.
“Understood!”
Everyone quickly saluted.
“Then I’ll leave this place to you all.”
Xie Weilou said, then flew away with Lin Qinghuang.
— — — — — —
Half a day later.
Xie Weilou and Lin Qinghuang returned to Tianqi City. The City was very lively, with countless vendors and constant shouts.
Xie Weilou walked to a stall selling rouge and powder, bought some, and handed it to Lin Qinghuang: “Lin Qinghuang, you’ve been exposed to wind and sun all day in the Western region. Here, put on some powder to take care of your skin.”
Qinghuang rolled her eyes: “Do I need this stuff?”
Xie Weilou smiled and said, “Qinghuang without makeup already surpasses all beauty, but with makeup, Qinghuang is a fairy descending to the mortal world.”
Qinghuang took the rouge and glared at Xie Weilou: “Your glib tongue is truly admirable! You must have said such insincere things to many others, haven’t you?”
Xie Weilou shook his head: “Someone once said that there aren’t many truths in this world, and a woman’s blush is worth more than a long confession. But ever since rouge existed, it’s hard to distinguish between sincerity and insincerity. Today, I give you rouge because I covet your beauty, and also out of my care for you. I wish you to always be better, and this cannot be faked.”
“Heh heh! Then thank you, Young Lord Xie, for your great affection.”
Lin Qinghuang rolled her eyes and walked forward, but a blush had already appeared on her crystal-clear earlobes.
“......”
Xie Weilou looked at Lin Qinghuang’s back and smiled, but did not follow, because a carriage appeared beside him.
The curtain opened.
Prime Minister Wei revealed his face. He looked at Xie Weilou: “Young man, get in! The Xia Emperor summons you. Come with me to the Imperial Palace.”
He always managed to arrive first when Xie Weilou entered the City. It seemed like a coincidence, or perhaps it truly was a coincidence.
Xie Weilou was not polite and directly got into the carriage.
Inside the carriage.
Prime Minister Wei poured Xie Weilou a cup of tea. He looked at Xie Weilou: “Not simple at all! One person, one sword, reclaiming Western Xuan, breaking through thirteen West Chu cities, and even slaying a Dragon Transformation Realm expert.”
Xie Weilou picked up the fragrant tea, took a sip, and said with a faint smile, “Prime Minister Wei, you’re overthinking. I don’t have that ability. Mr. Song merely helped in secret.”
Prime Minister Wei seemed not to care about this matter. He pondered, “The commotion you’ve caused this time is immense, and you’ve rendered great service, but being too sharp is not necessarily a good thing.”
Xie Weilou looked at Wei Zhongchen: “Prime Minister Wei’s meaning is?”
Prime Minister Wei said with a solemn voice, “Our Xia Emperor has recently been gradually letting go of court affairs, which makes me feel uneasy. You, young man, are now extraordinary. Are you willing to join me? Since you have shown your sharpness, trouble will certainly not be lacking. Cooperate with me, and perhaps I can protect you.”
“The Xia Emperor’s intention?”
Xie Weilou retorted.
Prime Minister Wei shook his head and said with a deep gaze, “One generation of monarch, one generation of ministers. The Xia Emperor’s words will soon be useless. I am a treacherous minister, and I must consider myself. You also need to consider yourself. Do you understand what I mean?”
Xie Weilou stretched, gently rubbing his temples: “Prime Minister Wei, did you put a sedative in the tea? Why do I feel like you’re talking nonsense? I have a bit of a headache. I’m going to lie down for a bit.”
After speaking, he closed his eyes and lay down on the side.
No matter what Prime Minister Wei said, whether it was the Xia Emperor’s intention or not, he had no interest in considering it.
In one sentence, how big of a deal could it be? A problem that could be solved with one slap, why bother thinking too much?
“......”
Prime Minister Wei raised an eyebrow. Was he playing dumb?
The carriage continued forward.
After a while.
The carriage arrived in front of the palace gate.
Prime Minister Wei said in a deep voice, “We’re here!”
Xie Weilou yawned and got out of the carriage.
Prime Minister Wei gazed at Xie Weilou: “Young man, are you really not going to consider my words?”
Xie Weilou frowned and said, “Prime Minister Wei, don’t try to play matchmaker randomly. Your granddaughter, Wei Changle, is not my type.”
After speaking, he swaggered towards the Imperial Palace.
“......”
Prime Minister Wei stared at Xie Weilou’s back, his expression somewhat gloomy. He took a deep breath, the shadow on his face disappeared, and he walked towards the Imperial Palace with his hands behind his back.
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