Chapter 1604: Chapter 58: Wonders Above the Clouds, Return to the Royal Capital!

The morning light had yet to appear, and a deep azure hue still lingered at the edge of the sky.

In the backyard, Jiang Ning slowly opened his eyes.

[Skill]: Vajra Immortal Body (Five times limit-breaking 60000/60000) (Traits: Dragon Elephant Power (light gold), Leakless Body (deep blue), Ten Zhang Golden Body (light gold), Golden Body (light gold))

He looked at the panel; the progress of the Vajra Immortal Body was finally perfected at this moment.

Then, his gaze shifted to the Source Energy column.

[Source Points]: 12.7

Compared to yesterday, the Source Points remained unchanged, insufficient for the next breakthrough of the Vajra Immortal Body.

He then closed the panel, clenched his fists, and could clearly feel that even though there hadn’t been another breakthrough from the previous foundation in the Vajra Immortal Body.

But he could clearly sense that the mere refinement of his physique brought by the cultivation technique’s perfection had already made his physical body even more robust compared to the previous day.

The Qi-Blood surged through his meridians like a long river, a faint tremor of dragon and elephant interaction resonating between his muscles and bones, skin and flesh, as if every inch of his flesh contained immense power ready to erupt at any moment. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

He stood up, casually stretched his limbs, and the air twisted slightly with his movements, releasing a low hum.

"Just fifty more Source Points." Jiang Ning felt a tinge of regret in his heart.

If the Source Points were sufficient, the Vajra Immortal Body could break through immediately, and his strength could reach a new level.

He quickly calmed down.

The current strength he possessed gave him the confidence to face the turbulent undercurrents that might exist in the Royal Capital.

Moreover, the subsequent resources from Guangning Prefecture were still being sold and transported, so the accumulation of Source Points would not stagnate.

Just as he was gathering his Qi and preparing to return to his room for a brief tidy-up, two familiar presences appeared outside the residence.

He looked up at the direction of the residence’s main gate, took a step, and his figure instantly appeared in the central courtyard.

Another step and he was already at the main gate of the front yard.

The next moment.

The residence’s main gate opened.

"Marquis." Chen Canghai looked at Jiang Ning in front of him, his voice steady.

"Marquis." Jing Wuming appeared more respectful.

"Come in!" Jiang Ning said.

"Yes, Marquis!" The two followed behind Jiang Ning, stepping into the front yard.

"These days have been hard on both of you." Jiang Ning nodded.

"This is what we are supposed to do." Chen Canghai and Jing Wuming said.

Jiang Ning nodded, then asked, "Do you know why I summoned you two here?"

"We understood from the letters the Marquis sent!" Jing Wuming replied.

"I have already known!" Chen Canghai also said.

"Do you have any objections to following me to the Royal Capital?" Jiang Ning asked again.

"We will serve at the Marquis’s command!" Chen Canghai cupped his fists, his demeanor calm.

Jing Wuming also cupped his fists: "We follow the Marquis’s orders."

Jiang Ning nodded, unsurprised.

"Marquis, the waters run deep in the Royal Capital, with various forces deeply intertwined. As we head to the capital, is there anything we need to do?"

"No need!" Jiang Ning shook his head: "You two just need to pack up, and we’ll set off together in a while!"

"Yes, Marquis!" the two responded.

"Go prepare; we depart in two hours." Jiang Ning said.

Upon hearing this, the two immediately withdrew.

...

Two hours later.

The rising sun hung like a fiery orb in the east.

Jiang Ning and Ji Mingyue walked in front on the still chilly street, followed by the tall Immortal Crane, its body bobbing and jumping.

Chen Canghai and Jing Wuming were further back.

The group walked along the street toward the Marquis Wen Yuan Mansion.

Shortly after.

Marquis Wen Yuan Mansion.

The entrance was solemn.

On each side stood four gatekeepers.

Shen Wenyan had been standing on the stone steps for a while.

Upon seeing Jiang Ning and his group approach, a mild smile appeared on his face as he stepped forward.

"Brother Jiang, are you setting off?"

Jiang Ning stopped and nodded slightly: "Now that matters in Guangning Prefecture have settled, with little turmoil left, it is time for Shiqi to return to the Royal Capital after being away for too long."

Shen Wenyan glanced at Chen Canghai and Jing Wuming behind Jiang Ning, a trace of understanding flashing in his eyes.

In previous letters, Jiang Ning had hinted at some changes in the Royal Capital, so he understood Jiang Ning’s reason for heading there.

He nodded, "With the Black Flood Dragon King and the Drunken Yama accompanying, Brother Jiang should be able to handle himself in the Royal Capital."

Jiang Ning nodded, "The follow-up affairs in Guangning Prefecture still require Mr. Shen’s attention."

"Brother Jiang, rest assured, everything remains in my hands, and the wealth and resources gathered will be transported to the Royal Capital without losing a single penny," Shen Wenyan said.

"Thank you, Mr. Shen!" Jiang Ning cupped his fists.

"It’s a small matter!" Shen Wenyan waved his hand.

Then, he looked at Jiang Ning again, his expression suddenly more serious.

"Given the current situation in the Royal Capital, it is not advisable for Brother Jiang to return by logic."

Jiang Ning smiled and shook his head, "I have a reason I must return."

Upon hearing this, Shen Wenyan glanced at Ji Mingyue beside Jiang Ning.

"As the ancients said, ’heroes fall for beauties,’ indeed!"

Jiang Ning chuckled.

"Very well then!" Shen Wenyan waved his hand, "I won’t keep Brother Jiang any longer! Having come this far, Brother Jiang must have a plan! With Brother Jiang’s strength, the tumult in the Royal Capital should unlikely affect him. Plus, now Brother Jiang has the support of the Black Flood Dragon King and the Drunken Yama."

"I won’t delay Brother Jiang any further!" Shen Wenyan said again, cupping his fists at Jiang Ning: "Brother Jiang, take care!!"

"Take care!" Jiang Ning cupped his fists.

Then, he wrapped an arm around Ji Mingyue, leaped high, and the two landed on the back of the Immortal Crane.

"Mr. Shen, farewell!" Jiang Ning cupped his fists once more.

Shen Wenyan returned the gesture.

The next moment.

The Immortal Crane let out a long cry, its wings flapped, soaring into the sky.

Below, Shen Wenyan watched until the Immortal Crane disappeared beyond the layers of buildings before retracting his gaze.