The Prince Can Do Divination-Chapter 97 - 92: Resonance of Heaven and Earth, Chen Ke Establishes His Destiny, Reaching the Seventh Realm in a Single Night

Chapter 97: Chapter 92: Resonance of Heaven and Earth, Chen Ke Establishes His Destiny, Reaching the Seventh Realm in a Single Night

The scholars of Great Yan all believe that by harboring Vast Righteous Qi in one’s heart, governing the world for the common people, following the will of Heaven, and passing on the Dao through teaching, one can condense Literary Qi.

To govern the world, one can become an official and bring fortune to a region.

To pass on the Dao through teaching, one can compose poetry, give lectures, and establish academies, their blessings shining upon future generations.

In the Confucian Dao, there is no sudden anointment of wisdom, nor can it be directly inherited. One must comprehend it for oneself, understanding the purpose of one’s life. This is known as establishing one’s purpose.

Therefore, when a Great Power of the Confucian Dao dies, their Essence, Qi, and Spirit transform into Vast Righteous Qi, guarding the space between Heaven and Earth. This is the Great Dao of scholars.

Inside the Wenyuan Pavilion.

Literary Qi poured into him, shattering his shackles. Chen Ke felt a surging, boundless golden Literary Qi filling his body, infusing his very Flesh Body.

It was like an anointment of wisdom, clearing all the qi channels throughout his body.

For a Confucian Scholar to advance within the Lower Seven Realms, there are three methods. The first is to read and understand principles, condensing the Literary Qi between Heaven and Earth and exploring the great truths for oneself.

The first half of the saying, "Read ten thousand books and travel ten thousand miles," refers to this very process.

The second method is through the imperial examinations. By being granted an official post, a scholar’s destiny becomes bound to the dynasty’s fortune. This allows them to draw upon the power of Great Yan’s Fortune to enhance their Literary Qi.

This is why Great Yan has the names of the new Advanced Scholars announced at the Wenqu Sect each year—to communicate with Heaven and Earth.

The final method is to comprehend the Dao and establish one’s purpose.

This was what Chen Ke had done: comprehending the Dao, establishing his purpose, and forging a Great Dao of his own.

Among the Martial, Buddhist, and Daoist paths, none take inner cultivation to such an extent. Even the Buddhist Family cannot compare to the Confucian Dao’s Refining the Heart; they emphasize resolving confusion, the equality of all living things, and the doctrine of merits.

The Buddhist Dao’s Zen Meditation, the Qi Cultivator’s Qi Refining, and the Martial path’s External Force all seek solutions from the outside before returning to the cultivator’s body.

In contrast, the Confucian Dao’s Nourishing the Body, Walking Scroll, Mingxin, and establishing one’s purpose are all matters of internal reflection.

With Vast Righteous Qi in one’s heart, a drop of ink can repel ten thousand foes, making one impervious to Demon Fiends. A single great scripture by a Great Scholar can prevent thousands of Demon Fiends from taking a single step across the border.

Within the Imperial Palace, everyone from the highest to the lowest was watching the celestial phenomenon that shot into the sky.

The words in the sky were like sacred, inviolable truths—an indelible Great Dao.

The sky above the century-old Wenyuan Pavilion was as magnificent as if it were illuminated by stars.

A Hanlin Academy Imperial Tutor on duty in the palace stared dumbfounded at the sky, his voice trembling. "This world has acknowledged this Great Dao! A resonance with Heaven and Earth! This is a resonance not seen in a hundred years!"

"Who is it that is comprehending the Dao and establishing their purpose?"

Within the Imperial City, many students of Shengjing Academy looked up toward the Imperial Palace in utter astonishment.

"To shelter all the poor scholars of the world... This is a call for everyone to become a dragon! How is that possible? What kind of Dao is this?!"

However, the celestial phenomenon did not end there. The Literary Qi in the sky condensed into the ethereal form of a Profound Bird, which soared and cried out high above.

"The Literary Fortune Profound Bird?! This is an auspicious omen! This Great Dao not only resonates with Heaven and Earth, but it’s also blessed by literary fortune! So terrifyingly powerful!"

Destiny exists in the world. There is Dragon Fortune, Martial Fortune, and also literary fortune. Some people are born with great destiny upon them—an auspicious white deer descends from the heavens to choose its master, or they are accompanied by pythons and sparrows, or a purple haze stretches for a thousand li.

The Profound Bird is a symbol of the path of literary fortune. Its appearance meant that this person’s Great Dao had received the blessing of Heaven and Earth—that it was favored!

Establish oneself in the world, secure one’s fate within, understand the Dao in one’s heart, have a spine of steel, and be incorruptible by wealth and honor.

Many at Shengjing Academy held official ranks and had naturally read the classics.

In ancient times, among the Hundred Schools of Thought, those Great Sages and Great Powers who pioneered new schools of learning, who established sky-soaring purposes, who created new and influential Daos for their eras, and who wrote world-changing masterpieces could even achieve Ascension in broad daylight and become a Saint on the spot.

They just never would have imagined that the person establishing their purpose tonight was the same shabby Scholar they had driven out of the Academy.

Just establishing his purpose once was enough to trigger a celestial phenomenon and be blessed by literary fortune. If his Great Dao and ideas could be implemented in the Imperial Court, put into action to bring prosperity to Great Yan and pioneer a new school of thought, his future status would reach a terrifying height!

In other words, this student’s future was limitless!

In Qianyuan Hall, a dying Emperor lay upon the dragon throne, surrounded by a Seven-Star Lantern Array that sustained his life.

Looking at the Golden Light outside the window, a look of gratification flashed across Emperor Yong’an’s aged face.

’The destiny of one of the Three Religions has emerged.’

’I am looking forward to it more and more.’

’Who will be the one to gather the power of the Three Religions?’

...

「In the Qi Mansion, candles burned as bright as day.」

Qi Xingyan was discussing the classics and the Dao with his daughter when he saw the celestial phenomenon of Literary Qi and the newly appeared Literary Fortune Profound Bird. His expression shifted slightly.

"This is... establishing a purpose?"

Qi Muxue was also shaken by the sight. Puzzled, she asked, "Father, you are an Academy Great Scholar and have taught many a Gentleman and Confucian Scholar. Why is it that this person’s establishing of purpose is causing such a great commotion?"

Qi Xingyan chuckled and stroked his beard. "You have read many classics, but not enough of the truly ancient texts. When an ordinary person comprehends the Dao, that is all that happens. For this person to be able to summon a celestial phenomenon means he is forging a new Great Dao, bringing forth something new from the old. The last person to trigger such a phenomenon is now seated above in the Confucian Temple."

Qi Muxue, only half-understanding, said, "Father must be referring to Li Sheng."

Qi Xingyan smiled faintly. "’How to get a great mansion of a million rooms...’ To have such breadth of mind truly suits my taste. I must meet this person, whoever he is."

With that said, he rose and headed for the Imperial Palace.

With a gentle wave of his hand, ink-wash ripples like a flowing Celestial River of clouds appeared before him. He followed this river of ink and soared into the sky.

...

「In the Ba and Shu Region, at Luochuan Academy.」

The Book Mountain Hall stood majestically. Wandering through its grounds, one found pavilions and terraces arranged in a picturesque and elegant manner. The night was peaceful and quiet.

In a courtyard enclosed by red walls, the front yard featured an elegant bridge over a stream. The bridge was flanked by flowerbeds overgrown with green grass and blooming with colorful flowers. The clear water gurgled soothingly as it flowed beneath.

The backyard contained a grand and magnificent residence. Inside, the rooms were filled with numerous bookshelves laden with ancient tomes and documents. As blue smoke curled up from an Incense Burner, a faint, scholarly fragrance filled the air.

The dust on the books showed they had weathered the passage of time, giving off a sense of serene antiquity.

"Master, a celestial phenomenon has appeared from the direction of Dragon Capital. It seems a great talent has emerged. Shengjing Academy, Xiangnan Academy, and Bailu Academy have all sent people. Aren’t we going?"

A student in a Confucian robe stepped forward respectfully to address a middle-aged man dressed in a green Confucian Shirt, who was at his desk copying scriptures with a brush.

The disciple’s attitude was deferential because the man before him was of an incredibly high status. If the world were to learn he was here, it would likely cause another earthquake.

The master lifted his sleeve and straightened up slightly. His face was handsome and impressive, with a gentle demeanor like a spring breeze; one could tell he had been a dashing talent in his youth. Seeing the thick fog outside the window, a complex look appeared in his eyes as he mused aloud:

"’...so all the poor scholars in the world can beam with joy.’ Based on this line alone, he already has the air of a Saint. Truly a talent for this great era. However, I have not taken a disciple since my retirement from the Confucian Temple. This person is worth a visit."

"While I am away, take good care of the Academy."

"Yes, Master."

...

「As the events unfolded,」

word of Chen Ke’s enlightenment in the Wenyuan Pavilion spread throughout the entire Imperial Capital, and was even sensed by scholars across all of Great Yan.

This was especially true for the Great Scholars and Mountain Masters.

They were among the most respected and revered figures in Great Yan, and for a time, they all gathered in the Imperial Capital.

Establishing one’s purpose was not, in itself, a major event.

But attracting the Literary Fortune Profound Bird? That was a major event.

Meanwhile, inside the Wenyuan Pavilion.

Streams of golden Literary Qi surged from all directions, pouring into Chen Ke’s body and becoming part of his strength.

The Literary Qi that had long been dormant within him finally burst forth from its shell!

The foundation built from reading one hundred thousand books erupted in a sudden burst of profound power!

It propelled his Realm directly from the Third Realm of Mingxin to the Seventh Realm of Gentleman!

That night, Chen Ke officially established his purpose. That night, he stepped into the Seventh Realm!

That night, the young scholars from the Lower Class, whose positions were lowly and words carried no weight, had tears welling in their eyes.

And on that same night, Lu Mingyuan was still fast asleep, nestled among silk curtains and jade-like arms.

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