Chapter 2281 passed, deterrence.

"Entry-level test".

Chen Qingyuan said frankly.

Rong Che was slightly taken aback: "Test?"

"If you harbor ill intentions after entering the Azure Sect, things will get very bad."

It's better to clarify some things beforehand to avoid future conflicts.

"How can it be!"

Upon hearing Chen Qingyuan's concerns, Rong Che quickly denied them.

If they dare to act disrespectfully towards the Qing Sect, then why did I go through all that trouble to reshape my physical body? If I anger Chen Qingyuan, even death will be a luxury.

"I trust you, but it's okay to go through the procedures, right?"

Chen Qingyuan's lips curled up slightly.

"OK, no problem."

Rong Che had no reason to refuse.

Rong Che looked slightly helpless and asked, "How do we test for it?"

Chen Qingyuan: "Go to the foot of the mountain and walk up."

"can."

After speaking, Rong Che turned around and appeared at the foot of the mountain.

Based solely on the original Daoist aura of Tingdao Mountain, it was simply impossible to examine the Daoist heart of the ancient emperor.

Therefore, Chen Qingyuan had to resort to some unconventional methods.

Rong Che, standing at the foot of the mountain, prepared to hike up.

Standing atop the peak, Chen Qingyuan raised his right hand, moving it gently back and forth.

A universe resides in the palm of one's hand, stirring up a gentle breeze.

As the winds rose and clouds surged, hundreds of strands of ultimate Dao rules emerged from the palm of the hand, meandering and flowing, tightly binding Listening Dao Mountain, shrouding it in several layers of mystery.

"This is... the ultimate profound essence! And there's more than one type!"

Rong Che, dressed in brocade robes, immediately noticed the changes at Tingdao Mountain. His pupils contracted, and his expression turned to shock.

"This guy's abilities are unfathomable."

Rong Che was alarmed and greatly wary of the methods Chen Qingyuan had displayed. Compared to before, Chen Qingyuan's strength had clearly improved.

In other words, if Chen Qingyuan wanted to deal with Rong Che, it wouldn't take long.

How could such a pervert exist in the world?

Throughout history, no similar examples can be found.

In that instant, Rong Che felt a surge of relief. Luckily, he hadn't been born in the same era as this guy, otherwise, the other person would have been a nightmare he could never shake off for the rest of his life.

"What are you standing there for? Let's climb the mountain!"

Upon noticing that Rong Che had not taken any action, Chen Qingyuan sent a telepathic message.

The sound came from the mountaintop, piercing through layers of clouds and mist, like celestial music descending to earth.

"understood."

Upon hearing Chen Qingyuan's words, Rong Che seemed to awaken from a dream.

Hey!

Suppressing the turbulent emotions within him, Rong Che strode forward and began climbing the mountain.

For the first part of the journey, Rong Che walked as if on flat ground.

Once we reached the halfway point up the mountain, the pressure began to show.

Extreme rules permeate all parts of the void and along the mountain path.

In a daze, Rong Che saw the illusory figures of ancient emperors sitting on futons, sometimes shrouded in mist, appearing and disappearing, ethereal and indistinct.

"He has never ascended to the throne, yet he has been able to develop the ways of emperors. Such methods are unheard of and unseen."

Although Rong Che knew Chen Qingyuan was exceptionally capable, he had previously been an observer and had never experienced it firsthand. Today, climbing the mountain, he deeply understood just how extraordinary Chen Qingyuan truly was.

"If he hadn't given the opportunity to attain enlightenment to Fellow Daoist An, things would have been terrible."

Rong Che's mind was unsettled, he thought to himself.

After a moment's hesitation, I continued climbing the mountain.

It was visibly that Rong Che's speed had slowed down.

Along the way, he seemed to encounter some kind of extreme Dao rule, and his steps noticeably faltered. However, he quickly broke through the so-called Dao Heart Test and continued forward, getting closer and closer to the summit.

During this time, Chen Qingyuan kept observing Rong Che's changing expressions and could also discern his inner turmoil.

As expected, Rong Che successfully passed the test at Tingdao Mountain and reached the summit.

This shows that Rong Che harbored no ill will towards the Qing Sect.

Chen Qingyuan used this method not only to test Rong Che's Dao heart and character, but also as a form of deterrence.

Having experienced this, Rong Che will understand even more clearly how powerful Chen Qingyuan is. In the long years to come, as long as Chen Qingyuan is alive, he will always be the most loyal and reliable elder of the Qing Sect, and will not dare to do anything that would harm the interests of the sect.

"Congratulations on becoming the first Guardian Elder of the Azure Sect."

Chen Qingyuan was certain of Rong Che's character and that he posed no threat whatsoever to the stable development of the Qing Sect.

"How much is the salary?"

Rong Che is quite direct.

"The resources you used to rebuild your physical body were all provided by me, and you still want a salary?"

When the topic of salary came up, Chen Qingyuan immediately remembered something and said coldly.

"One thing at a time, they should not be confused."

Whether it was influenced by Chen Qingyuan or not, Rong Che was extremely thick-skinned and directly abandoned the debt issue, only wanting to talk about his salary.

"This is not my responsibility. Go find my senior brother."

According to Chen Qingyuan's idea, he didn't want to give Rong Che a single spirit stone, after all, this guy owed too much debt, and he would spend the rest of his life in the Qing Sect, and it would be difficult for him to pay it off.

"Throughout history, no emperor has ever become a retainer of a sect. Their stipends should be substantial. Otherwise, if word gets out, it won't be me who loses face, but rather people will say that the Qing Sect is stingy."

Having decided to forge a deep bond with the Qingzong sect, Rong Che certainly couldn't be polite and would fight for his own interests.

“Hey! Get one thing straight first. I’m not begging you to become a guest elder of the Qing Sect. It’s your own choice.” Chen Qingyuan had to make his point clear and firm. “Besides, your inextricable connection with the Qing Sect is not necessarily a bad thing for you.”

"That's true, but you should at least give me something."

Rong Che was powerless to refute.

Strictly speaking, the Qingzong Sect currently enjoys a superior status and a stable situation, and it does not lack an emperor like Rong Che to worship.

If Chen Qingyuan were to break free from the shackles of the Great Dao and ascend to the throne against all odds, Rong Che, as a guest minister of the Qing Sect, would surely benefit from it.

"What's rightfully yours, you old mudfish, will be yours in every single bit. And what's not meant for you, don't even think about taking it."

The Qingzong treasury was very full. One day, Rong Che suddenly had the urge to 'borrow some'. Chen Qingyuan happened to be away from home, so no one could stop him and no one knew about it.

"How dare I!"

Rong Che smiled wryly.

This is no joke; he really doesn't dare.

After being intimidated by Chen Qingyuan's actions, Rong Che knew his own limitations. He only wanted to live peacefully and see how far this unprecedented golden age would ultimately go.

"Let's go, come with me to see my senior brother."

Chen Qingyuan had said everything he needed to say and believed that Rong Che wouldn't do anything foolish.

call out--

The two traveled together, traversing the void.

In the blink of an eye, we arrived at our destination.

They entered the elegant hall side by side, heading straight to a corner inside.

Seeing Chen Qingyuan and Rong Che approaching, Lin Changsheng was secretly surprised: "So fast!"

"Senior brother, this is Rong Che, the first ruler of the Dragon Clan."

Chen Qingyuan gave an introduction.

"I have met the emperor."

Lin Changsheng bowed respectfully.

"metropolitan."