The System Granted Me Invincibility, Setting Me on the Path to Becoming the Heavenly Emperor

39: Xiaoshengxianzhuang”Walking lightly on the waves, her silk socks kick up dust.”

”Heavens, this describes a woman’s beauty to the absolute limit!”

”Wuwuwu... Why wasn’t Young Master Qin writing about me?”

”I’m so jealous of Yu Linglong~”

The Talented Women looked at Yu Linglong with envy, each wishing they were the woman described in the text.

Yu Linglong sat elegantly, but her heart was racing like a startled deer; she truly hadn’t expected Qin Gelan to write such a work passed down through the ages.

And... it was written about her.

The young talents present felt as if they had swallowed dead rats; they wanted to deny this ode to linglong, but they simply couldn’t.

Didn’t they see that even Dao Master Chu had comprehended the Vast Dao because of this ode to linglong?

If anyone dared to stand up and deny it now, Dao Master Chu would likely slap them to death on the spot.

Dao Master Chu had given two topics to choose from: people or objects. Most wrote about people, while a few wrote about objects.

The talents who wrote about objects were indeed quite gifted, earning nods of approval even from Qin Gelan, but compared to the ode to linglong, they paled in comparison.

The ode to linglong cast a shadow over the subsequent talents; no matter how well they wrote, their work would inevitably be compared to it.

This left the talents feeling helpless; with such a massive mountain ahead of them, trying to surpass it was as difficult as climbing to the heavens.

Finally, the talents and Talented Women presented their works. As expected, none provided the same world-shaking sensation as the ode to linglong.

Dao Master Chu looked around and finally turned toward Qin Gelan, saying with a chuckle, ”I believe everyone is clear on who the winner of this Book Mountain Assembly is?”

”Young Friend Qin’s ode to linglong surpasses both past and present. I believe this work can be called the greatest ode of all time.”

”I announce the first place of this Book Mountain Assembly: Qin Gelan.”

Dao Master Chu made the final announcement of Qin Gelan’s victory. Simultaneously, the voice of the System rang in Qin Gelan’s ear:

[Congratulations, host, on completing the mission.]

[Mission reward issued: phenomenon — Vast Heaven and Earth.]

Qin Gelan remained very calm. If not for the reward, he wouldn’t have sought the limelight. Fame is a burden, just as being fat is a risk for a pig. Sigh~

”Young Friend, as the winner of the Book Mountain Assembly, this is the reward from Book Mountain.” Dao Master Chu handed a Storage Ring to Qin Gelan and added, ”Furthermore, it is time for someone to name this Nameless Manor.”

Dao Master Chu looked at Qin Gelan with a smile, eagerly anticipating the name he would give the Nameless Manor.

Li Moyuan also looked at Qin Gelan and nodded.

”Since Senior thinks so highly of this Junior, then this Nameless Manor shall be called...”

Everyone held their breath, watching Qin Gelan.

Yin Shengge’s beautiful eyes fixed on Qin Gelan, wondering how he would name the manor.

”Little Sage Villa.”

Hearing Qin Gelan’s name for the Nameless Manor, the crowd was somewhat confused.

Why not call it Sage Manor? Why add the word ’Little’ in front?

”Young Friend, what is the deeper meaning behind Little Sage Villa?” Li Moyuan was full of doubt; he also felt that Sage Manor would be better than Little Sage Villa.

”Senior, among those present, who do you think can be called a Sage?” Qin Gelan asked in return.

Although the younger generation present knew Qin Gelan didn’t mean to look down on them, they still felt a bit disgruntled.

Someone spoke up, ”Miss Shengge will surely become a Sage in the future!”

”Exactly, even the Literary Sage himself evaluated her this way.”

”With Miss Shengge’s attainments in the literary dao, becoming a Sage is only a matter of time.”

Yin Shengge remained unmoved by these praises, her beautiful eyes fixed on Qin Gelan.

Even Yu Linglong, the Empress, and others looked at Qin Gelan; his words just now had somewhat provoked public anger.

No one present could be called a Sage, not even Dao Master Chu was qualified. The only one who might be called a Sage was likely Qin Gelan.

Becoming a Sage requires two conditions: first, comprehending the Vast Righteous Qi within the literary dao; second, writing a work passed down through the ages. Dao Master Chu had only achieved the first step.

”Miss Shengge’s literary talent is extraordinary, and her attainments in the literary dao go without saying. Even if she can become a Sage in the future, she is at least not yet qualified to be called one now.” Qin Gelan’s expression remained calm as he stated the facts.

Although Qin Gelan was speaking the truth, many of Yin Shengge’s suitors were still dissatisfied.

However, Yin Shengge didn’t mind. She nodded, agreeing with Qin Gelan; at least for now, she was still far from becoming a Sage.

Qin Gelan walked to the center and looked at everyone. An overbearing aura, a temperament that could sweep across the world, appeared on his face as he spoke loudly, ”Rather than one person becoming a Sage, it is better if everyone can become a Sage!”

”The reason Little Sage Villa is not called Sage Manor is that ’Little’ represents the humility of a scholar. The literary dao and the Sea of Learning are boundless.”

”I hope that in the future of the literary dao, Little Sage Villa will be filled with Sages, and all who come to Little Sage Villa can become Sages!”

Upon hearing this, the talents were suddenly filled with grand aspirations. A Little Sage Villa filled with Sages—what a magnificent vow!

Yin Shengge looked at Qin Gelan, ripples forming in her heart. What kind of broad-mindedness and spirit did such a man possess?

A Little Sage Villa filled with Sages—this grand ambition made even Yin Shengge feel a sense of admiration.

The hostility the talents initially felt toward Qin Gelan also turned into respect.

They hadn’t expected that Qin Gelan’s naming of the Nameless Manor was not for himself, nor for any single person, but for all the scholars in the world.

This made the talents present feel ashamed.

”Brother Qin’s broad-mindedness is something I truly admire.”

”Previously, I judged a gentleman’s heart with my own petty mind. I hope Brother Qin can forgive me.”

One by one, the scholars and talents stood up and cupped their hands in respect. Qin Gelan simply smiled and waved his hand, not minding at all, which made people admire his magnanimity even more.

”Young Friend, not only are your attainments in the literary dao at the peak, but your heart is also so broad to make such a grand vow for the literary dao. This old man thanks you.” Dao Master Chu also spoke, his words filled with respect.

Qin Gelan could have actually named the Nameless Manor after himself to gain personal fame, such as Qin Manor or Lan Manor, but he did not do so.

Instead, he named it Little Sage Villa and even made a grand vow for the literary dao: that Little Sage Villa would be filled with Sages.

Li Moyuan already thought highly of Qin Gelan, and now his admiration had grown even deeper.

”Senior, you are too kind. Speaking of which, this Junior is also a member of the literary dao. Being able to comprehend the Vast Righteous Qi was also thanks to the Luck of the literary dao. Naturally, I also hope for the future prosperity of the literary dao.” Qin Gelan smiled modestly.

Qin Gelan handled the social nuances perfectly, even though the Vast Righteous Qi was given by the System.

But when speaking to honest people, one should play to their nature.

Look at what he said—claiming to have borrowed the Luck of the literary dao to comprehend the Vast Righteous Qi. This way, he integrated himself into the literary dao and established a connection with Book Mountain.

The various major forces present thought to themselves: What a shrewd kid.

Meanwhile, Dao Master Chu and Li Moyuan believed this to be the truth and acknowledged in their hearts that Qin Gelan belonged to the lineage of the literary dao.

The two decision-makers of Book Mountain were extremely satisfied with Qin Gelan’s performance. He was talented yet not arrogant, and even humble, calling himself a mere member of the literary dao despite his profound attainments.

The Book Mountain Assembly concluded, and several individuals with significant literary talent were selected to become members of Book Mountain.

Qin Gelan naturally remained at Book Mountain as well, but not for the purpose of Cultivating.