Since the Shen Lian came back, Xiliang Palace lost its luxurious ornaments and became simple and serene. However, the courtiers showed more reverence in the palace. This was because the Shen Lian had used a strange flame and turned the palace into a whole. The terrazzo, the top of the ceiling, and the variety cravings of exotic animals on the beams and columns had shallow lines.

　　People with Qi sensation would find out that the palace was lively and strong. Those who stayed there would be able to absorb some Qi of vitality. Thus, even if he did not eat or drink, he would still be able to survive for a long time.

　　If he initiated to practice and cultivate, he would progress faster than the others would.

　　This, of course, could not be compared with the well-known Fortune Land but it was one of a kind in Western Barbarian.

　　With this environment, Chen Jing naturally managed to unshell her spirit. It was a new experience. She could fly freely in the air without any spell. Moreover, the heart and soul felt relief without the burden of the flesh and body.

　　Shen Lian once told her that, this was considered as ‘Trance’ in Daoist. By doing this step, one could consider themselves as cultivators. They would enter the path of Dao after ‘entering perfection’ and ‘Huandan’. Fortunately, ‘Huandan’ was enough to stop ninety-nine percent of the world’s cultivators.

　　Yinshang had the most Qi cultivators but not many were ‘Huandan’.

　　However, Chen Jing was very satisfied. If it was not Shen Lian, she could not even practice and cultivate.

　　Besides, her children were around by her side. Although she could not find her sister, Chen Yun, she was still satisfied. Shen Lian promised to find Chen Yun but there was no news about her.

　　As Chen Jing was deep in thought, a servant came in and reported, “The prince is back.”

　　Shen Lian had a privilege in the Xiliang. He could meet Chen Jing without being informed of him. However, Chen Jing was the monarch. Although he had a higher position, he did not want to challenge the authority of Chen Jing.

　　In the eyes of the people, he could become the monarch anytime without any objections from the citizen.

　　That was exactly what the people looked forward to, even Chen Jing.

　　Shen Lian’s low profile in Xuandu Temple had disappointed many people.

　　This was not to badmouth Chen Jing but a powerful monarch would affect a country. For example, Emperor Xia from the Xia Kingdom and Tianyi from Yinshang.

　　Chen Jing saw Shen Lian in the Imperial Garden. A gust of wind rolled her daughter, Chen Ke, up and down in the air, filling the air with her laughter. Furthermore, the moment she came in, the quiet garden bloomed and was filled with the fragrance of the flower.

　　“Why did you look for me, Lian Er?” Chen Jing looked at the flowers in the garden, sniffed the aroma, listened to her daughter’s laughter and felt better. It was as if she did not need to be unshelled, did not need to cast any mana and thus, could fly.

　　Chen Ke giggled and went into Chen Jing’s arms from the air.

　　Shen Lian spoke, “I needed to discuss a matter with you.”

　　Chen Jing’s face was slightly stern. She knew that her strange son had never put anything else on his mind. Hence, ‘to discuss’ was a heavy term used.

　　“Go ahead and say it,” Chen Jing did not make a promise but did not take this lightly too.

　　Shen Lian gently explained, “I wanted to use the great mana to refine Zimu River. By doing so, I was afraid that the women in the city would never be able to get pregnant by drinking water from Zimu River. Hence, I would like to consult with you. If mother did not agree, I would let it be.”

　　“There must be a reason for you to do this. However, the river is related to the birth of the next generation. If the divine effect of the Zimu River disappears, do they all have to get married?” Chen Jing frowned.

　　Shen Lian responded, “Some people might be reluctant but there are women in our country begin to marry. Therefore, not everybody wants to be alone.”

　　Chen Jing said, “No one can stop you if you do this directly without discussing with me.

　　Since you are willing to discuss with me, I may wish to ask you a favor.”

　　Shen Lian smiled and answered, “Mother, you wish for me to take the place of the monarch?”

　　Chen Jing sighed privately. There were pros and cons of having a celestial son. However, she was not like the past owners of Xiliang. She understood that her vision and capability were limited and it was not suitable for the growing Xiliang.

　　The expansion of the territory caused many talented people with special powers to seek refuge in Xiliang. However, it was hard for them to be convinced of Chen Jing’s practice and cultivation. Hence, it was not conducive to the stability of the country.

　　On the other hand, it would be foolish to prevent them from coming to seek refuge.

　　The mountains did not reject the soil so they were able to grow; The ocean did not choose the streams so it was able to grow deep. Chen Jing could not provide the avenue like the mountain or the ocean but Shen Lian could.

　　Nonetheless, she was always clear about Shen Lian’s distance relationship with Xiliang.

　　Chen Jing responded, “Are you still rejecting?”

　　Shen Lian said, “No. Initially, I wanted you to be the monarch for a few more years because you could feel that the progress of your cultivation was very fast. This was actually due to your position as the monarch. However, since you requested, I should not refuse as all mana should come naturally. Believe me, I will be better than Emperor Xia and Tianyi.”

　　Chen Jing sighed and spoke, “I believe you. Although I do not know what made you change, you must have your own reasons. I shall not ask further. However, there is one thing I have always wanted to ask, have you found ‘Yun’?”

　　Shen Lian answered without reservation.

　　Chen Jing was sad. Finally, she replied, “I should have advised you to hold back on her but if it arrived at that situation, you could do as you wish.”

　　Although Chen Yun and she were sisters, she regarded Chen Yun as her daughter. Both of them were close. Hence, in order for her to reply like this, she must be contradicting herself, feeling guilty and pain at the same time.

　　Shen Lian answered, “Mother, I sent Li Yuanliang to pass her a message. If she sees me next time, I will not show any mercy.”

　　Chen Jing’s eyebrows tremble. Although she allowed Shen Lian to do as he wished, she did not expect him to be cruel. This was the first time she realized that under the gentle appearance of Shen Lian, there was a cold side in him. She felt a little sad and made a decision to herself. After she quieted as the monarch, she would go to the Southern Barbarians to look for her.

　　Shen Lian continued, “Mother if I become the monarch, I will change the title of the reigning dynasty to show the intention of innovation. Besides, Xiliang is only a city with a small structure.”

　　“Changing the title of the reigning dynasty was one of my considerations. After all, most of our territories were not from Xiliang. To limit the country to one family or one clan was not a good option. Therefore, establishing a new title of the reigning dynasty would complete the country,” Chen Jing disregarded her emotions and explained her insight.