Transformation Diagram: Starting as a Skinny Dog-Chapter 525 - 340: Nominated Master (Part 2)

"Chen Ku? To think he played such an important role in this matter, almost single-handedly..."

Li Lishan was in disbelief:

"How, how could he possess such terrifying strength?"

It’s not just about forcing two Eighth Realm Yin Gods to self-destruct, which is beyond the capability of ordinary Eighth Realm masters. Otherwise, the Marquis of Han Shou wouldn’t have needed to lay siege to Baojiao County with an army of twenty thousand for months without success.

Not to mention, the God of the Yellow Heaven, the intelligence suggests that if he were resurrected, he would possess at least Tenth Realm strength, with the power comparable to a prince ruling a region. How could his transmigration ceremony be easily disrupted?

"That’s something I can’t know, but one thing is for certain."

The penmaster showed a look of admiration and said:

"Lord Prefect, our General Chairman Chen from Qiu Dragon Mansion, after achieving such a great feat, has limitless prospects. I’ve heard that he, along with Xiao Tianzuo from You State, are preparing to apply for the ’Divine Martial Hall’ established by the Imperial Court in the Yan Capital..."

"Divine Martial Hall..."

Li Lishan took a deep breath, rapidly weighing various matters in his mind.

With Beiyuan invading the lands of the Daji Country externally, and internal military factions emerging powerfully, the creation of the ’Divine Martial Hall’ by the Imperial Court at this critical juncture, specifically to cultivate a group of outstanding talents, deploying forces, departments, and educational resources, almost guarantees that those who graduate from the Divine Martial Hall will definitely become the rising stars of the Daji Dynasty.

Li Lishan was filled with complex emotions.

Because not long ago, Chen Ku, under the guise of the Martial Arts Conference, killed his illegitimate child, Li Tiansheng, the leader of the Hongwu Meeting.

Although he was just an illegitimate child with an awkward status.

But he was still of his bloodline, and over the years, under the name of the Hongwu Meeting, he had done many unspeakable deeds for him, the Magistrate.

Now, Chen Ku not only killed his illegitimate child but also reorganized the Thirty-Six Martial Associations, profiting greatly under the guise of war, even directly annexing the leaderless Hongwu Meeting.

This has resulted in the influence of the Dan Yuan Association in Qiu Dragon Mansion subtly surpassing him, the lord of the mansion.

Originally, Li Lishan was still contemplating finding an opportunity to teach this young upstart, who dared to wrestle with him, a lesson, to let him know whose domain the Qiu Dragon Mansion truly was.

Unexpectedly, before these thoughts could be put into action.

Such events occurred.

"Great merit, nomination for Martial Master, at the age of eighteen. If he enters the Divine Martial Hall, in the future he..."

Li Lishan felt a chill in his heart.

The previous thought of opposing Chen Ku had unknowingly completely reversed.

Because in front of him was an undeniable future national star. If he wasn’t foolish, fostering a good relationship with him before he fully rises was the most prudent course of action.

While Li Lishan was secretly pondering how to establish a good rapport with Chen Ku,

he realized it couldn’t be done directly. It seemed like Chen Ku was on his way to the Yan Capital for the Divine Martial Hall exam, but perhaps he could favor them more in business dealings with the Dan Yuan Association.

"I’ve heard the Dan Yuan Association has made a lot of money lately. Perhaps, in the name of the Magistrate, I could grant them more opportunities to handle military supply orders?"

In this way, not only could he curry favor with Chen Ku behind the Dan Yuan Association, but perhaps even secure some personal benefits.

A change of mind.

The world felt wide open.

Li Lishan waved his hand and said:

"Pass it down, inform them that in three days, this mansion will host a banquet for the head of the Dan Yuan Association, inviting him to visit my home."

...

In the Martial Temple.

"Incredible, truly incredible."

Main Sacrificial Officer Zhao Shenyang also raised a finger to Chen Ku and said:

"This single act not only disrupted the transmigration ceremony of the God of the Yellow Heaven but also killed two major Eighth Realm Yin Gods. It offers the government a significant opportunity to possibly reclaim Baojiao County. This is a great merit, and there’s confidence in the ’Nominated Master.’ Additionally, there might even be extra rewards from the Imperial Court."

"Baojiao County is my hometown, and I hope the Imperial Court can quickly save the people of Baojiao," Chen Ku said.

"Rescuing the people of an entire city cannot be accomplished overnight. What you’ve done is already more than enough," Zhao Shenyang said. "The next steps will be reported to the Ministry of War by the Lord Prefect. Let’s discuss your matters now."

He looked at Chen Ku and asked:

"Are you departing today?"

"Brother Chen, no need to rush. I know you have many friends and teachers at Qiu Dragon Mansion. I can wait for you for two more days, and then we can set off together," said Xiao Tianzuo as he walked over.

"In that case, I must trouble Mr. Xiao to wait for me for two more days."

Chen Ku clasped his hands in thanks.

He indeed needed to bid farewell to some old acquaintances from the Medicine King Hall.

After leaving the Martial Temple, he found his two masters, Yang Luochen and Monk Yunfang. He arranged a family meal and talked about his plans to go to Yan Capital.

Yang Luochen, smoking his pipe, said after a long pause, "Impressive!"

Shang Yunfang laughed heartily, "A man should aspire to travel the world. To be honest, I’ve never been outside the Qiu Dragon Mansion my whole life. Disciple, go! Who knows, maybe in the future, the two of us old folks will come visit you and take a look at the novelties in the provincial capital."

Chen Ku agreed with a smile, then toasted the two elders.

The master and disciple spent the night in deep conversation.

Chen Ku instructed them to seek out Kong Xin, Er Lang, and the others if needed.

The incarnation is equivalent to himself.

Even though he was leaving, the incarnation could still serve these two masters as before.

The next day, he said goodbye to some people from the Medicine King Hall.

Chen Ku and Xiao Tianzuo went to the Martial Temple.

They directly entered the Martial Arts Heaven and Earth.

Chen Ku asked:

"It’s said that the space transmission between the Martial Temples isn’t instant and takes quite some time?"

Xiao Tianzuo, who had returned via the You State Martial Temple, nodded and said:

"Indeed, the farther the Martial Temple, the slower the transmission process. Additionally, due to issues like spatial fluctuations, some dangers may even arise during transmission. It’s far inferior to riding the ’flying bird’ in midair."

"There’s danger?" Chen Ku frowned slightly.

"If Brother Chen minds, we can also choose to ride, but there’s only ten days left until the Divine Martial Hall’s test. If we ride over, even with a flood dragon colt, it would take ten days. Once we arrive, both man and horse will be weary, which might affect your condition during the examination," Xiao Tianzuo said.

"I suppose we won’t be that unlucky," Chen Ku smiled. "Time is of the essence."

With that, the two came before a stele in the Martial Arts Heaven and Earth.

[Martial Temple Station... Station Selected... You State Martial Temple...]

[This Transmission Within the State Requires Ten Thousand Martial Destiny Points]

"So expensive?" Chen Ku was shocked.

It’s just for travel.

"This is already cheap. Before the war with Yuan Country, state transmission required at least a hundred thousand Martial Destiny points," seeing Chen Ku’s expression, Xiao Tianzuo curiously asked, "With Brother Chen’s strength, you shouldn’t be lacking in Martial Destiny."

Chen Ku rubbed his fingers, somewhat embarrassed, and said, "After the last trial ended, I spent all my Martial Destiny on purchasing protective divine weapon clothing."

"Hahaha... no problem, I’ll cover it for Brother Chen."

With that, Xiao Tianzuo swept his Martial Arts Gold Order, deducting twenty thousand Martial Destiny points.

"A Grandmaster?" seeing Xiao Tianzuo’s Martial Arts Gold Order, Chen Ku remarked, "I didn’t expect Mr. Xiao to be a Martial Arts Grandmaster."

"Almost every genius in the top three hundred of the Nine Provinces Genius List has the grandmaster title. Yet, Brother Chen, with your strength far surpassing mine, still hasn’t acquired the grandmaster title. That’s what’s truly odd," Xiao Tianzuo laughed and said.

Chen Ku shook his head and smiled, "I’ve always remained in the prefecture area, so I indeed wasn’t aware of this. I hope Mr. Xiao can teach me more once we reach You State."

"The transmission formation ahead is about to activate. Even though it’s transmission, the journey to You State is three thousand miles and will take an hour and a half."

Xiao Tianzuo said:

"We can chat about some notable figures from You State on the way. Let’s get on the formation first."

With that, the altar ahead shimmered with five-colored lights.

Chen Ku and Xiao Tianzuo stepped onto the transmission formation.

As the five-colored altar lights swirled, the two disappeared from the spot moments later.