Chapter 859 - 294: He’s Actually a Woman! (Part 1)
"This matter will be discussed later," Mu Qingge’s face revealed a hint of embarrassment, and she said coldly.
Mu Chen still wanted to say something, but at this moment, the High Priest timely spoke. "Regarding the issue of the Young Master’s lineage, indeed it is too early to speak of it now. The road ahead will become increasingly difficult. Let’s consider this matter again after the Mu Clan reemerges on the Divine Demon Continent."
The High Priest’s words left Mu Chen without a response.
Indeed, discussing this issue now is too soon. However, Mu Chen is worried! Mu Qingge is a woman, which means she cannot have multiple wives and concubines like a man, to expand the family line and continue the lineage.
If she only wishes to have one child in the future, what then?
There needs to be an explanation to her husband’s family, and the Mu Clan needs an explanation too! Could it be that the future husband of the Young Master would need to marry into the family?
Instantly, countless concerns flashed through Mu Chen’s mind.
Ultimately, he sighed and, as the High Priest suggested, temporarily gave up on this issue.
"Young Master, I have a matter of greater importance than your lineage that needs discussing with you," the High Priest said.
Mu Qingge’s eyes flickered, and she nodded, "Speak."
Only then did the High Priest say, "In a year, the time will come to open the Divine Tomb, for the Young Master to enter and seize the Divine Status, correct?"
Mu Qingge nodded.
"Then, Young Master, have you thought about what will happen to us once you enter the Divine Demon Continent?" the High Priest raised a critical question.
Mu Qingge’s pupils contracted, for this...she had not given it much thought.
Could it be necessary for these people to follow her into the Divine Demon Continent and then seize an alarming number of Divine Statuses within the Divine Tomb?
Mu Qingge fell silent.
She was not worried about whether she could seize enough Divine Statuses but worried whether there were enough Divine Statuses in the Divine Tomb for her to seize.
Even excluding a few like Yin Chen around her.
The Dragon Tooth Guards, Mo Yang, You He, Hua Yue, these people all have to be taken, right? Just here, there are more than five hundred people, not to mention others like Xuan Ya, Xie Ya, Mu Chen, and Mu Feng.
She could bring these people into space, carrying them to the Divine Demon Continent. But afterwards?
In the Divine Demon Continent, according to the rules, on the Four Seas Divine Land, they cannot cultivate without a Divine Status. Their cultivation, which is already remarkable in the Middle Ancient Realm, seems to be at the very bottom in the Divine Demon Continent.
After pondering for a moment, Mu Qingge could not find a perfect solution and had to turn her attention to the High Priest. "I haven’t thought this through carefully. As far as I know, one must have a Divine Status to continue cultivation in the Four Seas Divine Land. Without a Divine Status, even if one enters, they would only live like mortals. But the Divine Statuses in the Divine Tomb, I’m afraid..."
Mu Qingge slowly shook her head, clearly expressing her meaning.
This issue caused Mu Chen and others to feel a sense of despair. Yes, their goal is the Divine Demon Continent, not here. If they cannot cultivate upon arriving, what else could be said about other matters?
The High Priest displayed a slight smile, with a rather comforting look in his eyes, "The Young Master knowing about the Four Seas Divine Land and the use of Divine Statuses indicates you already have some understanding of the Divine Demon Continent. Young Master, Divine Status allows those ascending into the Divine Demon Continent to continue cultivation; this is one main method."
Mu Qingge’s eyes brightened with interest, "Tell me more."
The High Priest smiled and said, "Among the remaining members of the Mu Clan, they should be divided into two types. One type is those who migrated with the Mu Clan ancestors from the Divine Demon Continent, like myself, and others, like the parents and elders of Xie Ya and Xuan Ya. Among their clan, except for newborn children, they all essentially possess their Divine Status and bear the Mu Clan’s Slave Mark; hence, they won’t encounter any cultivation obstacles when returning to the Divine Demon Continent."
’So that’s how it is!’ Mu Qingge felt quite shocked inside.
But this news is undoubtedly good news for her!
"What about the other type?" she pursued further.
The High Priest said, "The other type is like Xie Ya, Xuan Ya, Xuan Kui, Mu Chen, Mu Peng, and Mu Feng. They were born after leaving the Divine Demon Continent, so they do not possess a Divine Status or the Mu Clan’s Slave Mark. If they want to continue cultivation in the Divine Demon Continent, aside from seizing a Divine Status, there is only one other way."
"What way?" Mu Qingge asked, narrowing her eyes slightly.
This question concerns everyone present, except for the High Priest. Thus, be it on the Mu Clan side or Mo Yang and his group, everyone quietly perked up their ears.
The High Priest said aloud, "That is, after the Young Master breaks through into the Spirit Cave Realm, you will personally imprint the Slave Mark. Once they have your Slave Mark, they can continue cultivating in the Divine Demon Continent. Moreover, during the time they wait for the Young Master to reach the Spirit Cave Realm, their individual cultivation, even if suppressed outside the Spirit Void Realm, will keep accumulating. Once they have the Slave Mark, it will be as if they are granted a divine identity, and the suppression on their cultivation will be lifted, advancing by leaps and bounds."
"Slave Mark." Mu Qingge softly reiterated these words.
The High Priest nodded and said, "Correct! A Slave Mark, Young Master, should be seen as the qualification you bestow upon them for cultivation. Once the Slave Mark is imprinted, those branded with it can never betray their master for all eternity."
"Why must it be the Spirit Cave Realm?" Mu Qingge asked.
The High Priest said, "In the Divine Demon Continent, the major realm consists of three levels: Spirit Void Realm, Spirit Cave Realm, and Saint Realm. Each realm has nine divisions. Each division represents a significant rise, with a division being as daunting as crossing a great chasm. Only upon entering the Spirit Cave Realm will one’s blood be purified by divine light, becoming a true member of the Divine Clan. Only true divine beings have the ability to use their Divine Thought to brand a Slave Mark."
Mu Qingge understood, and the others also understood.
To enter the Divine Demon Continent and not be at the bottom, one must either rob the Divine Tomb of divine status or wait for the day Mu Qingge breaks through to the Spirit Cave Realm, and become Mu Qingge’s slave, bound for eternity.
"One more thing I need to remind you of. Once marked with the slave mark, as long as this god’s lineage continues and remains on the Divine Demon Continent, this mark will pass down through your generations. The only way to break this mark is if your cultivation reaches the Saint Realm. Of course, even with the ability to break it, it’s up to your discretion whether to do so or not," the High Priest added.
Mu Qingge realized that the High Priest chose this time and place to speak these words, primarily to stabilize her military.
She understood, and upon reflection, who wouldn’t understand?
Mo Yang immediately turned around, leading the present Dragon Tooth Guards, You He, and Hua Yue, dropping to one knee and declaring in unison: "We wish to follow the Little Lord for life, never to betray!"
"We wish to follow the Little Lord for life, never to betray!"
"We wish to follow the Little Lord for life, never to betray!"
"We wish to follow the Little Lord for life, never to betray!"
No matter if the slave mark could be broken nor if they could enter the Divine Tomb to seize divine status. Nowadays, even if someone placed divine status before them, asking them to leave Mu Qingge, betray Mu Qingge, they would refuse without hesitation.
In their hearts, they cared not for the Mu Clan. They only knew their master was Mu Qingge!
This legendary woman!
Their Little Lord Mu!
"We wish to follow the Young Master for life, never to betray!"
Just as the Dragon Tooth Guards expressed their loyalty, Mu Chen immediately led Mu Peng, along with Mu Feng, to drop to one knee, declaring in unison: "We wish to follow the Young Master for life, never to betray!"
Jing Hai felt his blood boiling, and he kneeled to Mu Qingge, saying, "Instructor, Xiao Hai wishes to follow you for life, never to betray!"
As soon as his words fell, Mu Qingge’s right index finger’s Exquisite Finger Ring flickered with light.
Mu Qingge felt a heat on her index finger, lowering her eyes to the ring, whispering in her heart: ’Yuanyuan, are you about to awaken? Did you hear their words? Do you also want to tell me you will accompany me forever, never betraying?’
Seemingly in response to Mu Qingge’s question, the ring flashed with a bewitching light.
This made Mu Qingge’s lips curl upward slightly.
She never forced anyone to stay by her side. Yet, willingly, more and more people chose to stay, letting her feel countless precious emotions.
She raised her eyes, looking at Xie Ya, Xuan Ya, and Xuan Kui.
Swept by her cool gaze, the three simultaneously knelt, declaring in unison: "We too are willing to follow the Young Master for life, never to betray!"
’For life, never to betray! It’s a long-lasting vow... also an ever-increasing responsibility she can never shirk!’ Mu Qingge’s gaze moved from them, through the palace windows, to the distant horizon.
Her eyes were resolute, as if flames were burning.
She rose from the City Lord’s seat, speaking with forceful determination: "Good! Since you chose me, wait for me. Give me time, and I will let you stand proud on the Divine Demon Continent!"
"Swear to follow the Little Lord to the death—!"
"Swear to follow the Young Master to the death—!"
"Swear to follow the Instructor to the death—!"
Each vow, like waves, pushed outward, prompting those on duty to echo loudly. Even the army training in the barracks.
Gradually, the entire city of Luoxing City resonated with the vows to Mu Qingge.
At this moment, several Dragon Tooth Guards rushed from outside the city gate, carrying intelligence gathered from various places, hurrying towards the City Lord Mansion. Around them, vows echoed, stirring their blood.
Even as they burst into the great hall, their voices were exceptionally bright and strong.
"Report—! Little Lord, the Southern Continent has spread the news that City Lord Mu is a woman throughout Luoxing City!"
"Report—! Little Lord, the West Continent has spread the news that City Lord Mu is a woman throughout Luoxing City!"
"Report—! Little Lord, the Northern Continent has spread the news that City Lord Mu is a woman throughout Luoxing City!"
"Report—! Little Lord, the East Continent has spread the news that City Lord Mu is a woman throughout Luoxing City!"
"Report—! Little Lord, the Central Continent has spread the news that City Lord Mu is a woman throughout Luoxing City!"