Chapter 1371: Incarnation of Worship

Qing Lan shot Ye Qing a curious look. Just what kind of relationship did they share that

she

gave away twelve residences worth millions of silvers in total without hesitation, and arranged for her to receive him beforehand?

Moreover, she thought she had an inkling what Ye Qing was thinking when he hesitated earlier. If she had said that the residences were a gift from Lady Canglang, she had a feeling that Ye Qing would have turned her down immediately. However, he agreed without hesitation or guilt when he learned that it was a gift from

her

.

Clearly, they shared a close relationship with each other.

“Let’s do as Joyless says.”

Gu Suitang wasn’t a coy man. Since Ye Qing had given them the okay, there was no reason for them to hesitate, not to mention that they did need a place to settle their families.

Fang Xiaoman clasped his togethers and asked, “Where is Miss Qingyou like now? We would like to offer her our thanks in person.”

Qing Lan answered, “Miss Qingyou is currently occupied with something. She will pay you all a visit shortly.”

“Oh no, that is too much!”

Fang Xiaoman and the others hurriedly replied, “We’re the ones who should be visiting her, not the other way around!”

Qing Lan smiled. “I’m sure you’ve all had a tiring journey. Why don’t you catch some rest?”

She then looked at Ye Qing and said, “Scion Ye, my lady has requested a meeting with you.”

“Of course.” Ye Qing nodded before looking at his friends. “Chiefs, Yuhuai, Nianjiu, you heard the lady. Go catch some rest and comfort your families. I’m sure they would appreciate your presence. I’ll be back in a jiffy.”

“Got it. Be careful.” The group nodded. Before they left, Gu Suitang said, “Please convey our thanks to Miss Qingyou if you meet her later, Joyless.”

“I will,” Ye Qing responded affirmatively before looking at Papersmith. “Old Zhang, stay behind and assist them with whatever they may need.”

𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

He then looked at Qing Lan and said politely, “Please, lead the way.”

“This way, scion.”

Qing Lan quickly led Ye Qing to a shrine. The building looked magnificent with engraved beams and painted walls. It was exquisite and grand, luxurious and elegant.

The shrine was of course Lady Canglang’s shrine. The people called it the Lady Shrine.

The Lady Shrine was the most revered and overcrowded place in Canglang City. Everyday, countless believers and worshipers came to burn offerings and pray to Lady Canglang until late in the night.

The concentration of people was at its highest when Ye Qing arrived at the Lady Shrine. The shrine was massive, but it was so full that it was almost impossible to walk. Even the street leading up to the entrance was filled with long queues.

Despite the numbers, no one was trying to jump the queue or grumble impatiently. Everyone naturally entered into queues wearing peaceful, happy smiles on their faces. No argument broke out, and the people spoke in low voices to keep the noise and disturbances to a minimum. It was a peaceful and harmonious sight.

Inside the Lady Shrine, the power of wishes burned strong and pure. They surged into the air and took the silhouette of a woman.

The woman was wearing a rainbow dress and a palace bun. Her countenance was kind and gentle, beautiful and elegant, and her aura was mysterious and regal, solemn and dignified. The power of wishes surrounding her seemed infinite as it washed out toward the surrounding like the sun emitting its rays, illuminating all and blessing everyone.

The silhouette was not the real Lady Canglang. It was the incarnation of worship created from the citizens, the believers, and the worshipers’ prayers and wishes.

Yes, it was just an incarnation. Yes, most people could not even see it. However, it boasted immense power to put it mildly. Given enough time, those staying in the city would naturally see their illnesses disappear, and their bodies becoming strong and healthy. Strangers, evils, and people harboring malicious intentions would find Canglang City a giant furnace that burned them constantly. The weaker evils and Strangers could not even get close to Canglang City because the power of wishes and divinity would instantly burn them to ash.

In other words, so long as the incarnation of worship remained, the people of Canglang City would enjoy peace and prosperity, health and happiness.

It was at this moment the incarnation of worship in the sky seemingly noticed Ye Qing’s attention and looked down on him. At the same time, her dazzling eyes discharged what felt like infinite rays of light.

Anyone below the Trueman or Grandmaster stage would feel an inexplicable sense of terror when Lady Canglang was looking at them. As for a Disaster-class or Phenomenon-class Stranger, they would either suffer grievous damage or disintegrate into ash outright.

Moreover, this was just a subconscious action. It was not meant to be an attack. That was how powerful the incarnation was.

Ye Qing looked away. It wasn’t that he could not withstand her gaze—hell, the incarnation could hit him with all her power, and he could still take it without batting an eyelid—but because he thought it was impolite to stare at his host wantonly.

It was at this moment Qing Lan noticed the interaction between the duo and saluted the incarnation of worship in the sky. The divine light in her eyes faded, and the incarnation of worship returned to normal.

“This is our Lady’s incarnation of worship. I apologize for the unintentional disruption.”

Qing Lan immediately apologized to Ye Qing, though internally she was stunned by his power. Only a powerful Stranger or an exceptionally formidable warrior could draw the attention of the incarnation of worship. Ye Qing was obviously the latter.

The problem was that the incarnation of worship was—within Canglang City at least—powerful enough to go toe-to-toe with an ordinary Sage. This meant that Ye Qing was on par with some Sages.

Qing Lan had heard of Ye Qing’s reputation, of course. Astounding genius, favored by the heavens, champion of his peers, guaranteed to be a Sage, so on and so forth. However, listening to rumors was different from witnessing the proof with her own eyes.

His renown was no joke after all.

“I’m the one who should apologize for my rudeness,” Ye Qing replied just as apologetically. “I will make sure to apologize to Lady Canglang when I meet her in person.”

“You exaggerate, scion.” Qing Lan smiled.

Ye Qing thought that Qing Lan would lead them into the Lady Shrine, but in fact Qing Lan stepped around it and led him toward the city gate.

Ye Qing asked, “Are we not entering the Lady Shrine?”

Qing Lan explained, “Lady Canglang’s true body usually resides within the Canglang River, not the Lady Shrine.”

“I see!” Ye Qing exclaimed in realization.

Lady Canglang was the river god of Canglang River, so he wasn’t surprised that her true body would reside in the Canglang River. What surprised him was the fact that Lady Canglang wished to meet him in person.

Although they were meeting with Lady Canglang, Qing Lan did not seem to be in a hurry. She walked slowly and took him on a small tour across Canglang City, showing off the scenery, local conditions and customs. That was why it took them a teatime before they finally arrived at the rivershore.

At first glance, Canglang River looked exceedingly ordinary. It was neither rapid nor vast. Its scenery was okay, but that was it.

The river flow was extremely calm and gentle. Clear blue in color, adorned by the greenery on both sides of the river, and illuminated by the fire and light of the fishing boats, it looked like a silk ribbon cutting through the land or the centerpiece of a painting. It was lively, vibrant, and gorgeous.

Not only that, Ye Qing could sense that the entire river was brimming with spiritual qi, fortune and blessing. It was on par with some abodes or blessed lands that were located in famous mountains or great rivers.