"I agree to this."

In the City God's domain, where spiritual energy was ethereal and divine light was vast, Qingshan County, whose students had ranked second in the imperial examinations, listened to the request of the young man in brocade robes before him, pondered for a moment, and then nodded in agreement.

He entered the dream to tutor a mortal who wanted to take the imperial examination. Although his requirements were a bit outrageous, they did not violate the rules and were not a big deal.

"Thank you very much, City God!"

Entering the city late at night, Feng Bingwen bowed to the great deity at the head of the temple to express his gratitude.

"I wonder if the City God needs any help? I can resolve one or two issues as a token of my gratitude."

"Young master is too kind. The area of ​​Qingshan County is now filled with pure air and demons have retreated, all thanks to your efforts. I only had a few days in the dream and was just a schoolteacher. There is no need for you to reward me."

The City God of Qingshan County straightened his face and then responded earnestly.

"This is different."

Feng Bingwen shook his head.

"If you truly wish to offer a reward, sir, you may resolve some of my doubts."

"What doubts does Your Majesty have?"

"Does the young master intend to enter the imperial court as an official?"

The question asked by the City God of Qingshan was clearly not one he wanted to ask; it was asked on behalf of an extremely esteemed person.

"I plan to travel the world."

"Then what about the imperial examination?"

"I was just bored in my spare time, took a few exams, and wrote down a few of my humble opinions."

Feng Bingwen explained with a smile that only those who receive imperial decree from the dynasty can be ranked among the gods, and the questions asked by this city god were obviously asked by the ruler of the great empire.

However, serving as an official in the court and subservient to one person was not in line with his current temperament. His pursuit at this time was to travel to the vast sea in the morning and to Cangwu in the evening.

"My father wants to take the imperial examination again to fulfill his wish. Please take care of him."

"Is this at your behest?"

The City God of Qingshan's tone became somewhat subtle. The reincarnated sage did not enter the court, but instead had his elders in this body participate in the imperial examination. This intention seemed all too obvious.

"No, it is my parents' own wish. There is no need to treat him like I do. Just treat him as an ordinary candidate."

Feng Bingwen naturally wanted his father to achieve fame and success through genuine talent and learning, rather than relying on his status to have the government examiners blindly grade his papers and give him the top spot. This would undoubtedly destroy the original intention of the imperial examination system in selecting talent.

"I see."

The night was deep and quiet, the bright moon hung high, and the clear moonlight, like water, spilled into the peaceful and tranquil Feng family mansion. A slightly cool night breeze blew past the Feng family gate, and the lanterns that burned year-round swayed gently in the wind.

Suddenly, a faint scent of sandalwood drifted in on the night breeze. Inside the lanterns in front of the Feng family mansion, the bright candlelight suddenly surged, and from within the flames, a small, round face with delicate features and a faint flame-shaped rune between her brows appeared, looking towards the open space in front of the Feng mansion.

In the eyes of the Fire Spirit Child, a middle-aged scholar who appeared refined and approachable, with the air of a magnanimous gentleman, stood with his hands behind his back, surveying the entrance of the Feng residence. Seemingly noticing his gaze, the scholar turned around, cupped his hands, and bowed respectfully.

"I am the tutor hired by your esteemed young master. Please inform him!"

The candlelight flickered, then the flames suddenly surged, instantly engulfing the paper lantern. Yet, the lantern, seemingly destined to burn out, remained unscathed. The flames swirled, fell to the ground, and transformed into a chubby, round, white-lipped, pearly-white doll with an inner beauty and charm.

"A schoolteacher? My master teaches at the county school. Where did you come from, teacher?"

Fire Spirit Child spoke in a clear voice. He was originally just a flicker of light in a lantern, even more fragile than a mayfly that lives only a day. Yet, he had obtained an incredible stroke of luck, gathering spiritual energy overnight so that the candlelight would never go out.

“I come from the City God Temple.”

"The City God Temple? You wait here, I'll go and inform them!"

The boy was stunned for a moment, then reacted, called out a greeting, and transformed into a streak of fire, rushing into the Feng Mansion.

“It is naturally imbued with spiritual charm and divine beauty. This must be the spirit that accompanies the sages wherever they sit or lie down. It is innocent, lovely, and has a bright future.”

Watching the flames disappear into the Feng Mansion, the scholar who was actually the City God of Qingshan County nodded to himself. He hadn't been to Feng Mansion for quite some time, and he hadn't expected that even the lanterns hanging in front of the gate were so extraordinary.

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Before long, that familiar flame appeared, and then transformed into a cute-looking child.

"I've already asked Sister Boyao, and the master has indeed hired a tutor. Please come with me!"

As he spoke, Fire Boy turned around and gently tapped the gate of the Wind Mansion. A warm breeze blew through the gate, and it opened silently.

"good."

The City God of Qingshan nodded and followed the boy into the gate. After passing the screen wall directly in front of the gate, the carefully arranged pavilions, towers, rockeries, and ponds came into view. Although it was night, they had a unique charm.

Such a scene would be nothing to a city god, but even so, the young scholar was still shocked when he saw what was in front of him.

"How is this possible?"

The reincarnated sage personally entered the Dharma realm to invite him. Although the City God of Qingshan knew that the target was just a mortal, he still came in person. Under the City God's Dharma body, he was naturally able to see through the illusion and see the truth, so he found it hard to believe.

One by one, strand by strand, what came into view were faint yet pure and radiant spiritual lights, so numerous that they could be compared with the starry river above.

"Who is this? Coming to my door in the middle of the night?"

"He seems so scary!"

"I heard he's a tutor hired by the master?"

"A schoolteacher? Who does he teach?"

"Look, look! Brother Huoling has led that person to the old master!"

Although he tried to keep his voice down, it was to no avail. As the City God of Qingshan walked by, he could hear all the chattering and noise around him.

This shocked the City God even more. Since he became the City God, he had witnessed many mysterious sights that ordinary people had never seen, but what he saw today still broadened his horizons.

Unbelievable!

The fact that the lanterns and candles hanging at the gate could nurture spirits already demonstrated the divine power of that reincarnated sage. He had originally thought that the fire spirits were deliberately cultivated, but now that he had entered the courtyard, he realized that he had underestimated the wonder of the sage's divine abilities.

Looking around, every brick, tile, blade of grass, and tree in the courtyard has a spirit. Even the most ordinary and small things have a spirit that is nurtured within them.

This mansion seems to be alive; from the outside, it appears ordinary, but once you step inside, you will discover its mysteries.

It's not unusual for spirits and demons to gestate in ordinary households; it's a common occurrence and nothing to be alarmed about.

However, these spirits born in the mortal world are few in number, and if they are not guided, most of them will go astray and become demons—after all, at the beginning of their lives, the only thing they can learn from and imitate is humans.

But what he saw in this courtyard was different. He could sense the numerous spirits around him, like stars, innocent and pure, with a spirit as clear as a blank sheet of paper.

"It must be thanks to Young Master Feng's guidance!"

A thought crossed the mind of the City God of Qingshan County: to be honest, if such a spirit were to be born from an ordinary house or land, it would most likely turn into a forbidden zone teeming with ghosts and demons, a place that no living person could enter. Even a City God of his caliber would be in danger if he entered without preparation.

Fortunately, the spirits in this mansion were all born of sages and virtuous men, and their hearts were pure. They were all benevolent spirits and harmless to all living beings and the general public.

"We've arrived. The master is sleeping inside!"

At this moment, the City God, amazed by the sheer number of spirits in the Wind Palace, stopped in front of a house.

"Thank you for your help!"

"I heard from Sister Boyao that you were planning to appear in the master's dream. Can you let me see the process of you appearing in the dream?"

Fire Spirit Child asked in a clear, crisp voice.

"Of course you can, but I'm afraid you won't be able to see anything!"

The City God smiled calmly, then transformed into a beam of divine light, passing through walls and houses, and merging into the body of an elderly man who was sleeping peacefully with a rosy complexion.

"So fast!"

The Fire Spirit Child exclaimed in surprise, then a troubled expression appeared on his face, and he sucked his finger.

"But I didn't see anything."

"Little Fire Brother, who is that person?"

Just as Huo Ling was troubled, a gentle voice asked. He looked up and saw a gentle, quiet and elegant lady looking at him with curiosity under a peach tree.

"It was the master who invited him back..."

The Fire Spirit Child was surrounded by a group of curious spirits, and this scene was all seen by a young man.

"The old man must have some kind of problem. Now it's time to prepare for these little ones."

Feng Bingwen, who was planning a long journey, stood on Baiyujing, looking down at Fengjia Village, which was not far from the shore of Wolong Lake.

As a highly responsible person, Feng Bingwen would not just leave on a whim. Even when traveling far away, he would make sure everything was settled before setting off.

His family members all had the immortal spiritual energy he had infused into their bodies, so their bodies were naturally fine. Even if they encountered danger, they had backup plans left by him to defend themselves. The real trouble was the spiritual beings that filled the courtyard.

These spiritual beings, influenced by each other, have reached an extremely exaggerated number.

If we abandon them, who knows what trouble will ensue? These little ones were born because of him, and he has a part in both their good and evil deeds. These innocent souls are still inexperienced in the ways of the world, and if no one guides them, they will most likely go astray.

Therefore, before leaving, Feng Bingwen had to make proper arrangements for these little ones. He did not expect them to do good deeds and bring blessings to the world, nor did he expect them to do evil or cause harm to the region.

"I will leave behind the method of cultivation here, but those who wish to cultivate must undergo trials before they can begin!"

With a thought, Feng Bingwen summoned the spirit born in Baiyujing, intending to leave behind a test and a legacy for the spirit within Baiyujing.