fantasy novels Chapter 54 The Forge
Chapter 54 The Forge
"Divine thought?"
"I think I have one of these!"
Lu Lin's understanding of divine thought is spiritual will, but it is a higher level than spiritual will.
Ordinary mental will, "I can do it," "I can," and so on.
Once you reach the stage of divine thought, its wondrous applications become numerous.
Comprehending martial arts techniques is as natural as breathing and drinking water.
It can memorize special information and achieve photographic memory.
As for internal vision!
This should be an advanced application of divine sense.
It allows one to glimpse the mysteries of the body: skin, muscles, bones, internal organs, and blood.
Lu Lin believed that, using the same cultivation method, he would definitely be able to reach the Five Organs level more easily than others.
This is an unparalleled advantage brought about by divine will.
As for why Lu Lin had such difficulty advancing in refining his skin and flesh, it wasn't that Lu Lin couldn't sense it, but rather that his physical body was too strong, while his qi and blood were too weak in comparison.
One's own vital energy cannot penetrate one's own skin; such a thing is something most martial artists would never even dare to imagine.
Xu Ruian didn't say much about the course schedule.
The lecture will then begin.
Lesson One: The Imperial Court.
The court structure of the Great Liang Dynasty was different from any previous era, consisting of three provinces and six ministries, which meant three prime ministers and six deputy prime ministers.
These nine powerful figures could restrain the emperor's authority and prevent him from acting recklessly, while also managing the people, promoting the economy, and ensuring the stability of the Liang Dynasty both internally and externally.
In addition, the army also has twelve generals of the Guards. The generals' duties are to protect the people and the land, and to eliminate monsters and beasts.
From this perspective, the Emperor of Liang had absolutely no power.
Actually, that's not the case.
The emperor had a large number of top-notch military institutions under his control, namely the Three Swords Pavilion.
The Three Swords Pavilion is the top combat force of the four major sects of the Great Liang Dynasty, with no fewer than ten national-level martial gods among its members.
This is just the surface. If a rebel were to prepare ten equally skilled fighters and try to seize the capital, they would find that one cannot be too naive.
The Three Swords Pavilion protects imperial power and oversees the entire realm.
Whether civil or military officials, ordinary people, or even the monsters living in the mist, all are under the supervision of the Three Swords Pavilion.
A balance of power, with comparable strength.
The emperor cannot do whatever he wants, the civil officials in the court must adhere to the principles of gentlemanly conduct, and the military generals in the army must also train diligently.
Everyone has certain rights, and everyone's rights are constrained within certain limits.
This is the ultimate secret to why the Great Liang Dynasty was able to survive for over a thousand years and remain prosperous and peaceful.
"Wow, the Three Swords Pavilion is so powerful! Lu Lin, I wonder how prestigious we'll be if we join the Three Swords Pavilion."
"hehe."
Lu Lin chuckled.
As Xu Ruian just explained very clearly, in the imperial court, the emperor, the government, and the military check and balance each other.
Although the Three Swords Pavilion has extremely high combat power, governing a country requires more than just combat strength.
Moreover, based on my memory and what I've seen and heard in Jinshan Prefecture over the past six months, the Three Swords Pavilion has been shockingly low-key.
Lu Lin only knew that there was a Three Swords Pavilion in Jinshan Prefecture, but he had never heard anyone discuss its exact location.
Dismissal.
Class.
The second lesson was still given by Xu Ruian, who talked about people's livelihood.
The students were all listening attentively in class, and there were very few who were just wasting their time.
After all, once everyone graduates, they may become officials. Even if they don't, they should still work in some large trading companies to understand the people's livelihood in Qinbei Prefecture and even the entire Daliang. This will be a beneficial move for them.
After the two lessons, Lu Lin gained a better understanding of the entire Daliang.
Previously, I could only confirm what kind of country Daliang was by looking, listening, and thinking. Now, I have a general understanding from a macro perspective.
Lunch.
Lu Lin will have to pay for his own meal this time.
A serving of noodles, not expensive, comes with two small portions and is cooked in a monster meat broth, with some shredded meat in it.
A basket of steamed buns, filled with monster meat and some medicinal herbs to replenish qi and blood, costs six small merits, which is acceptable.
A serving of monster meat soup contains a piece of monster meat the size of an egg, and costs ten small merits, which seems like a pretty good deal.
Then came another demonic fish from the Misty Lake. After being carefully prepared by the chef, its aroma was irresistible, and Lu Lin won it with twelve small skills.
That's thirty small achievements.
Chen Hongzhi and Chen Hongming were both stunned to see Lu Lin eating like that.
A meal costs thirty small coins, so a day would cost ninety, and a month would cost two thousand seven.
Even if Lu Lin becomes the class monitor, he can only earn 1,600 yuan, leaving a shortfall of 1,100 yuan.
"How to replenish it?"
Lu Lin smiled and showed Chen Hongzhi his student token.
Although it flashed by, the number "035100" made Chen Hongzhi's mouth drop open.
"What's going on, Lu Lin? Did you rob Master Xu?" Chen Hongzhi lowered his voice, afraid that others would hear.
"This is what I got from hunting monsters in the mist. What do you and your second brother want to eat for lunch today? Order whatever you like, it's on me."
Lu Lin is not a stingy person.
Spend money when you have it, earn money when you don't.
I absolutely cannot allow myself to suffer any injustice.
"Okay, okay, I'll have a fish, a bowl of noodles, and a basket of steamed buns too. Haha, today is a great opportunity to feast like a glutton!"
Lu Lin lit it for him and then looked at Chen Hongming.
Chen Hongming didn't stand on ceremony and ordered two baskets of steamed buns and a bowl of noodles.
After finishing their meal, the two patted their bellies contentedly, only to see Lu Lin order another set meal just like the one they had just had.
"Lu Lin, are you bringing someone food?"
"What food should I bring? Stone is eating lunch at Master Xu's house, this is mine."
"Huh? You can still eat!"
"Don't rush, this is just the beginning."
Lu Lin didn't know how he could eat so much; after finishing one serving, he would order another.
After making six servings, spending a total of 180 small coins, Lu Lin finally felt a little full.
"Um, I'm about 80% full."
Lu Lin wanted to order more food, but the cafeteria didn't have that much monster meat on hand.
For an average student, a meal consisting of noodles and at most a basket of steamed buns is enough.
Lu Lin ate at least a week's worth of food for an average student in one go.
That's really quite frightening.
"Lu Lin, you're only 80% full. If you want to be 100% full, won't you have to buy two more portions?"
"More or less, huh?"
Just then, Lu Lin suddenly noticed that the bell, which had been silent in his sea of consciousness for a long time, suddenly began to shake.
Lu Lin's body then became increasingly hot.
Oh no, something strange is definitely going to happen to the bell.
"Second brother, fourth brother, I have something to do, I'll go first. If I miss the martial arts classes in the morning and afternoon, please ask for leave for me."
"Lu Lin, where are you going? Why are you suddenly like this...?"
Before Chen Hongzhi could finish speaking, Lu Lin had already disappeared.
He rushed back to his dormitory, closed the door tightly, sat cross-legged, calmed his mind, and focused his inner vision.
The little bell swayed faster and faster.
[The Divine Seed has been successfully activated and is now manifesting its characteristics...]
[Divine Seed Trait: Forge]
[Description: The world is vast, yet it resides within me]