Chapter 67: The Scholar Passes the Examination

Finally, "Swish, swish, swish"....

The massive fireball was like an orange sliced into several segments in an instant, falling powerlessly.

The next second, Su Yuanshan's Ice Sword pierced directly into the heart of Huo Jun; although it had shrunk to less than a meter due to the melting from the high temperature, it was enough to be fatal.

"Pfft," Huo Jun could not help but spit out a mouthful of blood, falling powerlessly from mid-air; in the process of falling, he suddenly inhaled, and the flames of the alchemy furnace instantly entered his belly.

The wounds he had sustained were actually healing at an astonishing speed!

This scene made those mountain gods almost drop their jaws.

With a "Crack!" sound, he pulled out the Ice Sword that had mostly melted away, and Huo Jun looked at Su Yuanshan, the corners of his mouth twitching.

"I am surprised. I admit you are strong, much stronger than I anticipated, but...."

Huo Jun suddenly clenched his fists, and the "Huo" character cloak behind him moved without wind.

"Wanting to defeat me is not such an easy matter!"

He waved one hand violently and let out a loud roar.

"Blazing Fire Burns the City!"

"Boom!" The wave of fire rushed toward Su Yuanshan like a dragon, yet with a "Thud," it was extinguished by Su Yuanshan's water wave.

The next second, Su Yuanshan pressed a palm onto his chest, and the "Azure Billow Water-Control Art" suddenly circulated.

"Bang!"

It condensed into dozens of meters of ice spikes directly behind Huo Jun, completely freezing Huo Jun along with the alchemy furnace behind him!

However, with a light shake, he shattered Huo Jun into scattered ice shavings, and the surroundings were deathly silent.

Whether it was the female water god Ling Xiruo, the male Jing River water god, or those mountain gods, earth gods, well gods, and bedside gods, all were stunned; and those minor demons, whether they were toad spirits or poison bird monsters, seemed to have dropped their jaws, staring blankly and unable to speak.

The Jing River water god thought to himself, as expected, my guess was correct; the Prefecture Lord's origins are so mysterious, naturally he has many trump cards in his hand, and the death of Huo Jun is naturally a matter of course and within expectations.

The look in Ling Xiruo's eyes as she gazed at Su Yuanshan was also full of curiosity and respect, and she could not help but speculate inwardly.

"This County City God seems to be much more powerful than other County City Gods, and he possesses Water Spirit Qi on his body, yet it is different from the water spirit aura emitted by us water gods, appearing even more pure; what he used just now also does not seem to be ordinary water-control techniques, he must have a great background."

Seeing Su Yuanshan flick his sleeves to erase the talisman engravings on the chains of the various gods, the poison bird monsters, toad spirits, and other minor demons and monsters scrambled to run, but were subdued by the mountain gods, earth gods, well gods, and water gods who had regained their freedom.

Especially the poison bird monsters, who could not avoid receiving the earth god's cane and the mountain god's iron fists.

They were beaten black and blue, howling in misery; it could be said to be a case of tit for tat.

At this time, the Jing River water god, having broken free from his restraints, walked up to Su Yuanshan, bowed to thank him, and spoke.

"Thank you, Prefecture Lord, for your life-saving grace."

As he spoke, he took out a small brocade box inlaid with gold thread from his bosom and offered it with both hands.

"This minor god does not know how to repay you; here is a Ding Water Pearl as a token of gratitude, please accept it, Prefecture Lord."

A nearby earth god became anxious upon seeing this, thinking to himself that this water god really knows how to do things, actually using the name of "thanking" to "give a gift" and build a relationship with the Prefecture Lord; if he lets him take the lead, that would be terrible.

While pondering, he also hurriedly bowed to Su Yuanshan, took out a red embroidered cloth bundle, and held it up to Su Yuanshan with both hands, saying.

"Prefecture Lord, this is a Spirit Peach Seed that this minor god spent three hundred years cultivating; although it cannot compare to the immortal peaches in the Pan Peach Immortal Garden, it is already rare. My position is low and my status is humble, and I have nothing good, so to express my gratitude, I present this peach seed to you."

Seeing the two of them take the lead in giving gifts to Su Yuanshan,

to express their gratitude, other gods were not willing to fall behind, unwilling to give up this opportunity to get closer to the County City God; even the female water god Ling Xiruo hesitated for a moment before giving Su Yuanshan a Spirit Hairpin, making Su Yuanshan unsure whether to accept it or not, until Ling Xiruo finally stuffed it into his hand herself.

His gaze falling on the Jing River water god, Su Yuanshan asked casually.

"That Mei Silang, his wish must have been fulfilled; you did this matter very well."

The Jing River water god was a bit apprehensive.

"The Prefecture Lord praises me too much; this minor god merely followed the Prefecture Lord's decree to handle matters, and dares not claim credit.

That Mei Silang's wish has been fulfilled, and he has already gone to the Reincarnation Department to be reincarnated."

Su Yuanshan asked again.

"Hmm, how were his results in the child examination?"

The Jing River water god bowed and replied.

"He has passed the County Examination as a scholar, placing first, and has become a government-stipended student! From now on, his wife, children, and elderly mother will have no worries about food and clothing."

Su Yuanshan smiled slightly.

"He studied hard for ten years, and with you by his side during the County Examination, and without debt-collecting ghosts and gods to disturb him, it is no surprise that he passed as a scholar; it can be considered as having his wish fulfilled."

The Jing River water god said respectfully.

"The Prefecture Lord's words are absolutely correct."

Su Yuanshan said again.

"You have accumulated hidden merit this time; I will report it truthfully to my superiors to request a reward for you."

The Jing River water god was startled upon hearing this, and said gratefully.

"Thank you, Prefecture Lord, for your promotion; in the future, if there are any errands, this minor god will do his utmost to repay the Prefecture Lord's kindness in recognizing my talent."

The other water gods, mountain gods, and earth gods showed expressions of envy on their faces, as if they saw that following this City God before them meant a boundless future.

After all, there are indeed not many superiors who truly think for their subordinates.

After bidding farewell to Su Yuanshan one by one, the various minor gods returned to their own domains.

Su Yuanshan had just returned to the front of the small courtyard when he saw the little white fox rushing out to greet him before he had even entered the door.

The Wu Panguan Zhai Burang followed closely behind, stroking his beard and smiling.

"The Prefecture Lord has displayed great might and slain demons again; it is truly a joyous and congratulatory occasion."

The Yinchai Xia Buqian also followed behind him, smiling from ear to ear.

Su Yuanshan smiled slightly.

"Judge Zhai's news is quite well-informed."

Zhai Burang laughed out loud.

"That is only natural; the Day-Roaming God happened to be patrolling just now and saw it, so he specifically told me while passing by the entrance and exchanging pleasantries."

Su Yuanshan raised an eyebrow.

"The Day-Roaming God, he travels everywhere on the orders of Guangwang Shenjun; I never imagined he would have the leisure to come to this Baili Dongting!"

Wu Panguan Zhai Burang nodded slightly.

"This subordinate is also very curious; listening to his tone, it seems he just came out of Dongting Longgong, and he even mentioned some Rain-Governing Dragon God. I suspect, could it be the one who was murdered?"

"The Rain-Governing Dragon God, you say?"

Su Yuanshan gazed at the shimmering lake surface in the distance and said indifferently.

"It seems I should also make a trip to Dongting Longgong to talk to the dragon about bringing rain to Tushan Xian."

………

In the rear hall of the Shuijing Gong at Dongting Longgong, Dongting Longjun Ao Ruhai was chatting with his mother.

Dongting Longjun sighed with emotion while sipping immortal tea.

"I have just had the Crab General confirm it; what the Night-Roaming God said is true. The Huangliang Xian City God has indeed beheaded that Huo Jun. This young man is truly remarkable."

Longmu nodded slightly.

"I told you long ago that this child is extraordinary and should be properly won over. Now that the Heavenly Dao is in disorder and the various emperors are locked in chaotic warfare, the banners on the city walls change constantly; having one more talent means having one more source of strength."

Dongting Longjun echoed.

"Mother's words are absolutely correct. This is also the reason why I wanted to arrange the marriage between Fang Ling and him, but... that girl does not seem very interested in him... sigh."

Longmu laughed.

"They are young, after all, and thin-skinned, plus they are not familiar with each other yet. It will be fine once they spend some time together."

Dongting Longjun said worriedly.

"But as for Dong Hai Longgong... the East Sea Eldest Prince seems to have a great fondness for Ling'er; if we decline, I fear..."

However, Longmu let out a cold snort.

"Why fear Dong Hai Longgong? If the East Sea Eldest Prince likes Ling'er, you just let word out and let him compete with the City God! If he has the ability to win Ling'er's heart, I naturally have nothing to say; if he lacks the ability, are you suggesting I should personally deliver my own granddaughter to his doorstep?"