Ascending to Godhood: I Can Foresee All Futures

"The precious Spirit Marrow from the Wushan Yuan Ore is currently in safekeeping at Qingfeng Temple. Captain Chen, you overwhelmed the other masters and brought glory to the Government Office, so this prize naturally belongs to you.

I will have someone deliver it to the Jingwu Bureau today. There will be no delay."

Since Chen Sheng had demonstrated both his strength and sincerity, Qingfeng Temple naturally understood the need to reciprocate. They would never resort to petty tricks in a matter under such public scrutiny—it would only tarnish their reputation for no reason.

Liang Jingxing’s words were sincere. He then turned to Sun Yuzhi and Li Qianzhou, clasping his hands and smiling as he spoke:

"Now that the battle at Wushan Mountain has concluded, I will return to the temple and immediately report to the Temple Master. At that time, the matter of the Yuan Ore share distribution can be finalized.

So, allow me to congratulate you both in advance."

Chen Sheng’s victory in this battle was not just a personal achievement; it elevated the prestige of the entire Government Office to new heights. Consequently, all officials involved would surely be commended by the State Government Office.

Liang Jingxing could almost see it: once news of the battle at Wushan Mountain spread, Chen Sheng’s fame would sweep through the land like wildfire, shaking Ning’an and even resonating throughout all of Yunzhou.

His only regret was that the six major powers—Qingfeng Temple, Golden Spring Temple, the Iron Sword Sect, and others—had merely served as a stepping stone to showcase Chen Sheng’s magnificence in this battle.

But what was done was done, and there was nothing he could do about it.

"Congratulations to you both!"

Patriarch Wang, Wangqingshan, was also beaming as he cupped his fists in congratulations.

In this battle, the Wang Family’s gains had far exceeded their expectations, and they were naturally overjoyed.

Although they had paid ten drops of Earth Core Spirit Milk for this, it was undoubtedly worth it compared to the increased share of Elemental Crystals they had secured.

Besides, considering the might Chen Sheng had just displayed...

Forging a connection with him was unlikely to be a loss.

"You are all too kind."

After an exchange of pleasantries, Liang Jingxing, Wangqingshan, and the members of the Danxia Sect took their leave.

As they were leaving, the Wang Family’s legitimate daughter, Wang Zilan, kept looking back, her gaze filled with admiration and a fluttering heart for Chen Sheng.

The heroic image of Chen Sheng single-handedly battling the other prodigies, looking down upon them all, was now deeply etched into her heart.

At that moment, she felt an overwhelming impulse to cast everything aside and run into his arms.

’For such a peerless hero, so indomitable and brilliantly radiant, she would be willing to be a mere concubine.’

But the crowd had not yet dispersed, and all eyes were upon them.

Even if she had a thousand things to say, she could only suppress them deep in her heart, channeling it all into a single, deep glance.

A faint hope lingered in her heart.

Sharing a similar sentiment was Vice Governor Sun Yuzhi, who stood quietly to the side.

However, her self-control was far more profound than Wang Zilan’s.

Even though her heart was a raging tempest and she wished for nothing more than to embrace Chen Sheng that very instant, her face remained as placid as a still lake.

She even glanced subtly at Wang Zilan, a faint trace of disdain flashing in her eyes.

"After today, your name will truly strike awe throughout Ning’an."

Li Qianzhou gazed at Chen Sheng, his voice filled with emotion.

’Who would have thought that this young man, whom I had once overlooked...’

’...would have grown to such a level?’

He had suppressed all the prodigies of his generation by himself, and every person he defeated was a leading figure among the younger generation of Ning’an Prefecture.

This meant that Chen Sheng’s aptitude and potential were now worlds apart from those of ordinary geniuses.

Even the most gifted of them all, Zhang Daoming, paled in comparison.

In Li Qianzhou’s eyes, the Mystic Realm was by no means his limit.

As long as he didn’t fall along the way, Chen Sheng had an excellent chance of reaching for the Golden Core and attaining the rank of Grandmaster.

’His future was far beyond anything I could ever hope to reach.’

What was even rarer, from what he understood, was that the young man was loyal, valued old ties, and always repaid kindness. He even helped a former superior from his humbler days.

Such character and such talent—it was no exaggeration to call him a prodigy seen only once a century.

Every time he thought of this, waves of regret washed over Li Qianzhou.

’Why did I have to worry about saving face for Nie Xuanfeng? Why did I have to accept that Spirit Medicine?’

’If I hadn’t done that, Chen Sheng would have been my subordinate. With my eye for talent, I would have invested no less in him than Nie Xuanfeng did.’

’But alas, there are no ’what ifs’ in this world. It was too late to change anything now.’

’All I can do is stew in my regret.’

Meanwhile, a smile played at the corners of Sun Yuzhi’s eyes, her heart filled with satisfaction.

’The man I’ve set my sights on is truly extraordinary. My efforts to swallow my pride and secretly pave the way for him weren’t in vain.’

"You flatter me, Sir."

Chen Sheng gave a modest nod, his expression humble.

"It’s not flattery, it’s the truth."

Li Qianzhou waved a hand and said:

"Not only will your name shake Ning’an after this, but once the news spreads, you will become famous throughout Yunzhou. If you are fortunate enough to make it onto the Dragon and Tiger List in the future, you will be competing against the greatest prodigies in the world. How could the imperial court not place great importance on a talent like you?"

"It’s all thanks to General Li for providing support today. Otherwise, the situation might not have gone so smoothly."

Chen Sheng’s tone remained respectful.

He had only discussed his plan to suppress all the other masters with Sun Yuzhi beforehand; Nie Xuanfeng and Li Qianzhou were both unaware. To any outsider, it was indeed a risky gambit.

However, Li Qianzhou had arrived early but did not intervene, which was a clear show of trust.

Otherwise, if Li Qianzhou had stepped in to stop him at the time, it would have been quite troublesome.

"I’m afraid what happened today is only the beginning."

Li Qianzhou’s tone shifted, his expression turning serious.

"After this setback, the Iron Sword Sect, Luoyun Manor, and Golden Spring Temple will not let this matter rest. You must be extremely careful from now on. If you feel the situation is unstable, you can come to my Prefecture Reserve Army barracks to enter secluded cultivation.

With five thousand of my elite soldiers stationed there, no one will be able to touch a hair on your head."

Li Qianzhou had not given up on the idea of winning Chen Sheng over. Although he knew the chances were slim, there was no harm in making a gesture of goodwill.

After all, Chen Sheng’s potential and momentum were now clear to see.

"That won’t be necessary."

Before Chen Sheng could respond, Sun Yuzhi, who was standing to the side, spoke calmly,

"As long as I’m here, no one will touch him."