Chapter 62 Entering the Palace (First Update Seeking Recommendations and Bookmarks)

  After tasting the tea, Sheng Gong Bao finally broke the silence and said: "I don't know why you invited me to come here?"

  Wen Zhong put down his tea cup, pondered for a moment, and then said straightforwardly: "In the past, I also studied under the guidance of Master Jinling Shengmu for many years. Unfortunately, my fate was shallow and my fortune was thin, so I left the mountain and entered the imperial court. Thanks to Your Majesty's recognition, step by step, you promoted me to the position of Grand Preceptor today, which can be said to be the highest position among officials, enjoying the blessings and joys of the world. However, as a high-ranking official, it is my duty to serve the emperor with loyalty and dedication. Under Your Majesty's wise governance, the country has generally become prosperous, but there are still some petty villains lurking in the shadows, causing trouble. Therefore, this time I invited fellow Taoists to come, was to ask if you have any intention of entering the imperial court and seeking an official position?"

  Shen Gong Bao listened, his expression calm and unruffled, seemingly unmoved. In reality, he was secretly overjoyed, having originally wanted to find an excuse for Wen Zhong to recommend him to the imperial court. Now, however, he had saved himself some trouble with words, but he also couldn't show too much eagerness, lest he arouse Wen Zhong's suspicions.

  Then, Shengong Bao said: "Since fellow Taoist knows that I am a hermit who cultivates in the deep mountains and forests, it is clear that I am not suitable to enter the imperial court as an official. The intrigue and deception in the imperial court are not my forte, it's better for me to be carefree and at ease outside the imperial court!"

  Wen Zhong also knew that Sheng Gong Bao's words were not in vain, and his expression did not change. He said: "Friend of the Tao, your words are wrong. The intrigue and struggle in the imperial court is something you don't need to worry about. If I recommend you to His Majesty, no one will dare to provoke you!"

  Wen Zhong's face was full of confidence, with an air of dignity. Although there were some treacherous people in the imperial court today, most of them were loyal to the emperor, such as Shang Rong and Bi Gan. If Shen Gongbao was truly a virtuous and talented person, relying on the wisdom of His Majesty, even if there were petty people who spoke slanderously, His Majesty would not listen to them.

  Shen Gong Bao pretended to be hesitant, with a look of contradiction on his face, furrowing his brow and concentrating his gaze. After a long time, he slowly said: "Brother Dao has spoken in this way, but I am somewhat moved. As for fame and fortune, I don't care much about them. It's just that my current cultivation has reached a bottleneck, so I left the mountain gate and traveled among humans, intending to accumulate some merit and help myself break through the bottleneck and reach the next realm."

  Wen Zhong's face showed a serene and peaceful expression, just like Shen Gong Bao, who had already entered the realm of heavenly immortals or even higher. How could he be concerned with trivial worldly fame and fortune? Everything he did was only for the sake of smooth progress on his cultivation path. However, all this is beside the point. Since Shen Gong Bao wanted to accumulate merit, he naturally needed to do good deeds, which would ultimately benefit Da Shang.

  Upon hearing this, Wen Zhong burst out laughing and said: "In that case, Daoist friend will have to enter the imperial court even more now. With the power of a whole country to assist you, it will be much easier for you to achieve merits and virtues. I wonder if you've thought it through?"

  After a moment of contemplation, Shen Gongbao finally showed a reluctant expression and said: "Very well, let me try it out. However, I have something to say beforehand - if I feel that my abilities are limited, please report back to the Emperor and allow me to withdraw."

  "It doesn't matter, Fellow Daoist is a high-ranking person who has attained the Dao, how could he not have the ability? Moreover, Fellow Daoist can rest assured, I guarantee that you can come and go as you please, no one dares to block your way!"

  "Shen Gong Bao's cultivation is so high, who among ordinary people can block him? Isn't that just asking for death!" Wen Zhong silently exclaimed in his heart.

  Shen Gong Bao then made a bow and said, "In that case, it would be troublesome for the Taoist friend!" However, in his heart, he was overjoyed. Everything went smoothly, and he finally entered the imperial court. From now on, he would proceed step by step according to his own plan. Everything had to be arranged properly before the Sealing of the Gods' Calamity.

  "But I don't know what aspect of his ambitions he wants to achieve?" Wen Zhong asked.

  Shen Gong Bao laughed and said, "Fellow Daoist is teasing me, I really don't know how to bring peace and stability to the country. Previously, I have been cultivating in the deep mountains and am not very familiar with worldly affairs, let alone court matters!"

  After a moment, Shen Gongbao said: "However, I have some understanding of medical skills. If you think it's possible, let me be a imperial physician in the palace hospital!"

  Wen Zhong felt a little disappointed in his heart, thinking that the Taoist technique of Shen Gong Bao was so profound and exquisite. If he were to become a warrior, he would surely be a fierce general, but soon he let go of this idea. As a warrior, one must have killed many people, which means karma and causal retribution for those who cultivate the Tao. On the other hand, being a great doctor can accumulate merit without entanglements of karma.

  Only heard Zhong Ha Ha laughed and said: "In that case, fellow Taoist, follow me into the palace to meet the emperor. I will recommend you to His Majesty at once!"

  "Good!" Duke Sheng Bao lightly shouted and followed Wen Zhong straight to the imperial palace.

  Dasheng Hall, Longde Temple

  Shen Gong Bao gazed calmly at the old man sitting high on the dragon chair, his cheekbones were high and protruding, his body was tall and large like a tiger, but he was thin as a stick, his hair was white, his face was withered, yet his spirit was extraordinary, a pair of big eyes shone brightly staring at Shen Gong Bao, without speaking.

  This man is none other than Your Majesty Emperor Yi!

  Looking at his physique, it can be known that when he was young, he must have been a brave and powerful man. His martial arts skills on horseback and on foot were definitely not ordinary. With a majestic aura, he could recognize people and use them well. He governed the country with great prosperity and peace, and the people lived in harmony, so he can be called a benevolent ruler.

  After a long time, Shen Gong Bao calmly bowed and said: "I, Shen Gong Bao, have been cultivating in the deep mountains and forests, and I have seen Your Majesty!"

  "Unacceptable!" With a loud and powerful voice, a wave of dragon aura swept out, instantly filling the entire Longde Hall with a thick and majestic dragon aura.

  Shen Gong's expression didn't change, knowing that Emperor Yi wasn't intentionally trying to make things difficult for him, but rather it was because Emperor Yi had been in the imperial position for many years, and his every word and action already possessed a dragon-like aura, the imperial air having permeated into his bones. Yet he wasn't someone who cultivated the Tao, so how could he know how to control his own aura? Even on ordinary days when there was no need for words, not revealing his dragon-like aura was already a testament to the depth of his self-control.

  Moreover, Shen Gong Bao is not afraid of Long Wei at all. Not to mention that he is a strong practitioner at the peak of Taiyi Xuanxian, but just saying that his primordial spirit has merged with the purple qi of Emperor Yu, he can ignore the dragon's might of Di Yi. As for who is stronger or weaker between Di Yi and Emperor Yu back then, it's clear at a glance.

  At this time, Wen Zhong, who was standing by, said: "Your Majesty, Shendao You is a man of virtue and talent. Not long ago, he was still in the city of Chao Ge, treating illnesses for free for the people, and was deeply loved by the people. Now, I invite him to come to the court as an official, to assist the Grand Master, what do you think, Your Majesty?"

  Di Yi listened and then said to Wen Zhong: "Thanks for your hard work, Master. You never forget our great Shang Dynasty at any moment, which is really a blessing for our great Shang!"

  "Your Majesty is overpraising me, this is what your humble servant should be doing!"

  Di Yi looked at Shen Gong Bao for a long time before saying, "Shen Dao Zhang, I've already heard about what you did today. You're willing to enter the imperial court and work hard for Da Shang, which is great news for Da Shang. But I wonder, what do you plan to do in the imperial court?"

  Shen Gong Bao bowed his head and said, "Thank you for your recognition, Your Majesty. I am not familiar with the affairs of state, but after many years of ascetic practice in the mountains, I have gained some superficial knowledge of medicine. Therefore, I wish to serve as a physician in the imperial palace."

  "It's all right, I remember that the old hospital director passed away recently, and now there is a vacancy. I wonder what Shenda Zhang has in mind?" Emperor Yi said calmly.

  Shen Gongbao felt a bit overwhelmed by the sudden favor, Emperor Yi was too generous, wasn't he? He let him become the head of the Taiyi Hospital as soon as he arrived?

  Only then did Shen Gong hesitantly say: "This... Your Majesty, is it suitable?"

  Emperor Yi smiled slightly and said: "I believe in Daozhang's ability, and since Daozhang is recommended by Taishi, I am even more at ease!" As for Wen Zhong's third eye ability, Emperor Yi had known about it long ago. Over the years, every person Wen Zhong recommended was loyal and dedicated to assisting him in governing the entire Da Shang.

  Shen Gongbao listened and still felt that it was because of Wen Zhong, but anyway, the goal has been achieved. Having become the head of the Imperial Hospital, he is one step closer to his own goal. It seems that choosing to break through from Wen Zhong's place was indeed a wise decision, and the more than a month spent waiting on the streets was not wasted.

  "In that case, I will humbly decline and temporarily take on the role of President of Taiyi Hospital. If there is any fault, Your Majesty can remove me from office at any time!"

  Emperor Yi nodded and said, "Shen Gongbao, listen to the decree! From this day on, you will be appointed as the head of the Imperial Hospital, and a mansion will be bestowed upon you!" Afterwards, Emperor Yi also bestowed many gold, silver, treasures, maidservants, and servants, making Shen Gongbao understand that Emperor Yi was trying to win people's hearts. This is the way of ruling people for emperors.

  After Emperor Yi issued the imperial edict, Shen Gongbao immediately made a bow and said: "Thank you for your great kindness!"

  Then Shen Gongbao led the edict and bid farewell to Emperor Yi, and he left Longde Hall with Wen Zhong.

  Received the notice, next Wednesday Jiang, hehe, thank you everyone for your continued support. As for what kind of words to say, Qingfeng won't write them anymore. Anyway, apart from being happy, it's still happy. Qingfeng will try his best to write a different version of "Huang Yu" and "Feng Shen", maybe there are many loopholes in it, hoping everyone can point them out or make suggestions, thank you!