Chapter 28: Golden Age of Prosperity, the World Shaken, Heaven's Mandate Contention [Revised]

Boom.

A sudden thunderous sound echoed throughout heaven and earth.

Everyone heard this sound, with no exception.

At this moment, countless gazes gathered upon the firmament.

Inside Da Xia Academy, after the earth-shaking sound ended, everyone had no idle talk and directly looked toward the outside of the hall.

Even Su Wenjing could not help but go out.

Stepping out of the hall.

Everyone was completely stunned.

Only to see.

Above the firmament, a golden lotus of myriad zhang appeared, illuminating the entire Divine Land; everyone witnessed this sight, shocking them.

The Golden Lotus was holy, standing upon the firmament; the terrifying portent made people reverent.

"What is happening?"

"What has occurred?"

"What's wrong?"

Within Da Xia Academy, most people cried out in shock; they had never seen such a sight, feeling shaken, and many were also fearful.

Fear of the unknown.

"Heaven's Mandate."

"It is Heaven's Mandate."

Suddenly, someone pointed at the golden lotus, speaking with a trembling voice.

Upon saying this, the entire hall was startled.

No one had expected this to be Heaven's Mandate.

"Mr. Su Wenjing, is this truly Heaven's Mandate?"

Zhang Yunhai's voice sounded as he asked Su Wenjing; it was not that he doubted others, but Su Wenjing carried greater authority.

"It is Heaven's Mandate."

Bathed in light, Su Wenjing's eyes also showed some astonishment; although he was a Pre-Half-Saint, seeing such a heaven-and-earth portent, he could not help but be shaken inside.

"Mr. Su Wenjing, is the concept of Heaven's Mandate not predestined in the unseen?"

"Why would such a portent appear?"

Furthermore, the Heaven's Mandate cycles every five hundred years; by calculation, this year is merely the first year—how could it invoke such a terrifying celestial phenomenon?

From ancient times to present, each five-hundred-year Heaven's Mandate is predestined in the unseen; ordinary people cannot deduce it, only those of virtue can glimpse part of the heavenly secrets.

"Today's sight is truly unprecedented in myriad ages."

Voices rang out one after another; their tones were filled with astonishment, but more so with doubt.

They all understood the concept of Heaven's Mandate.

This is true, but Heaven's Mandate would not manifest like this; just saying, the Heaven's Mandate five hundred years ago was only known a hundred years ago when people realized they had chosen the Martial Dao.

This also means that for the preceding three hundred years, no one knew who the Heaven's Mandate was; at that time, opinions diverged, and no one could definitively say what the Heaven's Mandate had chosen.

As for this Heaven's Mandate, everywhere it is said to be the Confucian Dao, based on some speculation and calculations by certain virtuous individuals.

But as to what exactly it is, no one can reach a definitive conclusion.

However, what differs is that today's celestial phenomenon is overly terrifying—something that has never occurred in ancient or modern times.

Just as the first year has barely begun, the Heaven's Mandate has already manifested, prompting people to ponder endlessly.

Meanwhile, within the academy, faced with everyone's doubts.

Su Wenjing did not answer.

On the contrary, a hint of heaviness showed in his eyes.

He perhaps knew something, but could not speak it out.

Everyone was curious, yet they did not continue to press further; instead, they were shaken by this portent.

They had never seen such a portent before.

Moreover, involving the Heaven's Mandate, it made them dare not ignore it.

The Heaven's Mandate Contention is something that all life in the Divine Land cares about.

If the Heaven's Mandate chooses any system, it means that path has the chance to reach the pinnacle and enter the Eighth Realm.

This time, someone calculated that the Heaven's Mandate would choose the Confucian Dao.

Therefore, how could these scholars not feel anticipation and excitement? Yet at this very moment, the golden lotus above the firmament instantly transformed into fifty golden rays, falling toward the Divine State Continent.

"Did the Golden Lotus explode?"

"What is this again?"

"Why did the Golden Lotus explode?"

For a moment, countless people were puzzled; they did not understand what had happened, subconsciously thinking something had gone wrong.

But soon, someone looked closely and saw the fifty golden rays falling toward different places, drawing many to pursue them.

They did not know what these were, but no one would refuse a heavenly divine object; in an instant, many powerful figures acted, hoping to seize the golden light.

And the light was within Da Xia.

Thus, there were nine golden rays.

The golden light fell within Da Xia, but before anyone could react, the first three golden rays surged toward the Da Xia Imperial Palace, giving no one any chance to respond.

Their speed was almost beyond what the naked eye could see.

They directly entered the palace, unknown where they went.

Another three streams surged toward the Da Xia Academy.

They entered the academy, after which the phenomenon disappeared; the remaining three streams condensed above the Da Xia Capital.

"This is Heavenly Destiny Luck; those who obtain this luck receive the protection of heaven and earth, and in the future have the qualifications to step into the Eight Realms."

At this moment, someone already realized what it was, and couldn't help shouting loudly, informing the world.

Soon, many people came to know, and the news spread instantly.

Within the Da Xia Academy, everyone watched all of this.

"The Da Xia imperial palace has obtained three streams of Heavenly Destiny Luck, strengthening the nation's fortune; in the future, Da Xia will flourish and prosper."

"The Da Xia Academy actually can also receive three streams of Heavenly Destiny Luck, which means that this Heaven's Mandate truly has chosen the Confucian path."

"Just the Da Xia dynasty has obtained nine streams of Heavenly Destiny Luck—could it be that the Da Xia dynasty truly intends to rise in accordance with the times?"

Voices rang out one after another; many people speculated, the sound was extremely loud, transmitting to the surroundings.

They speculated that the nine streams of Heavenly Destiny Luck descending upon the Da Xia dynasty would cause the Da Xia dynasty to rise completely.

At this time, inside the Da Xia Capital, the common folk were excited beyond measure; within the palace, the Eternal Prosperity Great Emperor stood outside the great hall, his expression exhilarated.

Beneath his dragon robe, his fists were clenched tightly.

As the emperor of Da Xia, having received nine streams of Heavenly Destiny, how could he not feel delighted? Especially for himself.

After all, his ascension to the throne was a lifelong blemish; he urgently wanted to prove to the world that he was the most suitable to be emperor.

Otherwise, he would not be reviewing memorials day and night, striving diligently to govern.

Now that Heaven's Mandate is directed thus, this is the greatest honor.

Boom.

Above the firmament, a golden light fell down, surging toward the Da Xia Academy.

Then it entered Su Wenjing's body.

"Has Heaven's Mandate chosen Su Wenjing?"

"One person obtaining one stream of Heavenly Destiny Luck? This is inconceivable."

"The Da Xia imperial palace represents Da Xia's national fortune; a single Da Xia only has three streams of Heavenly Destiny Luck, yet Su Wenjing can actually obtain one?"

"This Heaven's Mandate truly has chosen the Confucian path; Su Wenjing is an outstanding Confucian of Da Xia, and now having received Heavenly Destiny Luck, he will likely step into the Half Saint realm within a few days."

For a moment, people were shocked.

After all, the Da Xia imperial palace obtaining three streams of Heavenly Destiny Luck signifies Da Xia's national fortune.

People can accept this, after all, it is one of the three great dynasties.

As for the three streams entering the Da Xia Academy, they can also accept this, as it represents the scholars of Da Xia.

But Su Wenjing alone occupying one stream is too shocking.

Boom.

Above the firmament.

The second stream of Heavenly Destiny Luck fell again.

Surging toward the bustling market of the capital.

Under the gaze of all.

The second stream of Heavenly Destiny Luck fell upon a handsome-looking man with a solemn expression, dressed in green robes.

Countless gazes fell upon him in an instant.

Most people did not know who he was.

But their hearts were filled with shock, after all, Su Wenjing, as a quasi-Half Saint, had received one stream of Heavenly Destiny's support.

This man before them appeared to be only about thirty years old, extremely young by calculation, yet he too could receive Heavenly Destiny's support.

This was too unusual.

However, some people did recognize him.

"Su Huaiyu."

"How could it be him?"

"Is it Su Huaiyu?"

Some voices sounded, full of incredulity.

Within the Da Xia Capital, there were still people who knew him.

But before the crowd could ponder,

the third stream of Heavenly Destiny Luck also fell.

Throughout the capital, up and down, including inside the palace, everyone was paying attention.

They were curious once again.

Curious where this third stream of Heavenly Destiny Luck would land.

Boom.

At this moment, the Heavenly Destiny Luck fell.

Transforming into a golden lotus, it rushed toward the Duke of the Nation's mansion.

Boom.

In an instant.

The Heavenly Destiny Luck fell, and amid the gaze of all, it poured into the side courtyard.

Almost in an instant.

Countless people in the capital were shocked.

Some people even showed expressions of disbelief.

Because this side courtyard is where Gu Jin Nian lives.

(End of chapter)