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(Guardians of the Dafeng)

(Episode 30)

(The Wrath of Vajra)

What is that?

That's a dharma statue from the celestial realm.

A dharma statue, huh?

How dare you guys try to bully Dafeng?

- It's you again? - Cut the crap.

I'll deal with you once I'm done with the dharma statue.

Let's see who's faster. Your sword?

Or my spear?

Imperial Astronomer, show yourself.

Senior, what's going on?

It's the dharma statue of the celestial realm!

It does live up to its reputation!

The stronger you are, the harder it is to resist its aura!

My fruits!

The celestial realm is as strong as always.

Is that a dharma statue of the celestial realm?

Ning Yan! What's going on?

I'm not sure either!

Judging from the situation, I think they're here to interrogate someone!

Imperial Astronomer!

How long do you plan to hide?

Ning Yan! Men of the Xu family are unyielding!

You mustn't kneel!

I'm not kneeling.

Why don't we have a match?

(Is this the power of advanced cultivators?)

What's going on?

Has the intimidating aura vanished?

What are you looking at?

I'm not kneeling!

(Rank Two Celestial Arhat)

I said,

you're not allowed to enter!

Insignificant scum.

I have arrived.

Is someone fending them off?

Second Uncle, are you okay?

I'm fine.

It's good to be young, huh?

Your body is still sturdy.

Unlike me. At this age,

I can't even stand properly

after suffering from such a shock.

I thought you said the men of the Xu family were unyielding.

Stop being a smart alec.

Dou Ding, what's wrong?

Father, it's so noisy out there.

The noise will cease soon.

There's a deity in the sky.

Enough, Dou Ding. Stop staring at it.

Help your father up and protect him.

Go away.

Dou Ding, hurry and return to sleep.

Hurry and return to sleep.

What's the point of raising you?

I raised you for over 20 years for nothing.

That's not true.

Come.

I'm a hero in my twilight years, you know?

In the past,

I was also an unyielding hero.

I could charge inside an entire battalion

without even batting an eyelid.

Yeah, yeah.

Second Uncle, that's why your legs were injured.

And now, you can't control them.

Ingrate, you only know how to mock your uncle, huh?

That's not it! I know my fault now!

It's my fault.

- Do you dare to mock me again? - It's my fault.

You better stop it.

What's the matter?

(Is this the residence of Xu Qi An?)

(Xu Residence)

Who's there?

Imperial Astronomer,

since you know our intention,

I shall

cut to the chase.

It must've been tough.

Have some tea.

It's been so long since your junior, Du E, has visited Dafeng.

I suppose he forgot how to reach the Astronomical Bureau.

The Imperial Astronomer knows all within the realm of Dafeng.

Seems like the rumor was true.

Shen Shu has been reborn.

We're here to take him back to the celestial realm.

Imperial Astronomer, please hand him over to us.

What if I'm not willing to do so?

Imperial Astronomer, if that's your answer,

we shall wage war against Dafeng.

Although we aren't as strong as you in the realm of Dafeng,

I guarantee that the capital of Dafeng will be destroyed

if we do go to war.

Imperial Astronomer,

you should think twice.

Do you wish to sacrifice one person

or the entire city?

My answer is no.

Imperial Astronomer,

could it be that you're wagering the entire city

just so you could keep Shen Shu here?

I said no because I didn't feel like doing so.

You guys intend to take Shen Shu with you.

However, you guys have no idea

that remaining in Dafeng is his best choice.

What do you mean?

Xu Qi An, the host of Shen Shu, isn't an ordinary person.

Besides Shen Shu,

there's one more thing inside his body.

If Shen Shu is separated from it,

I'm afraid

you guys won't get to see him again.

Imperial Astronomer,

regarding the thing you mentioned, could it be the thing

that the palace had lost two decades ago?

Even so,

that mess was caused by the Astronomical Bureau.

Why should the celestial realm clean up your mess?

Since you guys came all the way here, I suppose

you guys won't believe my empty promises.

Why don't we make a bet?

What kind of bet?

Let us wager the lives of everyone in Dafeng

against the future of the celestial realm.

Have you heard of it?

It's a celestial skill cast by the celestial realm's cultivators.

Dafeng has coexisted peacefully with the celestial realm for over 10 years.

I'm afraid something terrible is going to happen.

But they're actually doing this to the capital?

Isn't the celestial realm too arrogant for their own good?

Why hasn't the Imperial Astronomer dispelled this phenomenon yet?

He should dampen their arrogance and help Dafeng vent its anger.

- That's right. - Precisely.

Your Majesty, please do not worry.

The Imperial Astronomer is mighty and resourceful.

He can surely resolve this issue.

I've always trusted the Imperial Astronomer.

However, the celestial realm came here prepared this time.

And, their sorcery system is quite unique.

They don't rank one based on their battle level.

If the Imperial Astronomer can't do anything about them,

Dafeng will be humiliated.

Your Majesty, Zhu Cai Wei of the Astronomical Bureau seeks an audience.

- Let her in. - Yes, Your Majesty.

Greetings, Your Majesty.

When does the Imperial Astronomer plan to act?

Your Majesty,

Master said he would be lowering his status and giving people a topic

a topic to gossip about if he dispels the formation himself.

Someone younger should engage them instead.

Only then can we prove the might of Dafeng.

If so, I suppose

that person must be Sun Xuan Ji.

Your Majesty, it's been two decades since Second Senior went on a retreat.

Now, he's still on his retreat.

If so, it must be Yang Qian Huan.

Yesterday, while Senior Yang was cultivating,

he went berserk by accident.

What? He went berserk by accident?

At this very time?

What should we do, then?

Both you and Song Qing aren't good at combat. You two won't do.

Who else is there in the Astronomical Bureau?

Your Majesty, please calm down.

Master instructed me to borrow a personnel from you.

He shall take on the celestial realm's envoys on our behalf.

Borrow a personnel from me?

Who do you mean?

(Strange.)

(The Imperial Astronomer only got rid of the intimidating aura.)

(The dharma statue is still there.)

(Don't tell me even he can't deal with the situation?)

(That's right.)

(If the Imperial Astronomer cannot handle this situation, )

(I assume everyone in the capital must be panicking.)

(If so, I'm afraid I have to postpone)

(my date with Si Mu.)

(To hell with it.)

Ning Yan, be more reserved.

Your expression is too loud.

What about now?

Is it better now?

Forget it.

The guy in the middle, don't move.

Look at me. Smile.

Please check it.

- Pretty good. - Not bad at all.

You did a great job.

It's vivid and lifelike.

Especially Aunt.

She's radiating brilliance.

She looks like she's at the peak of her youth.

Only in the portrait? What about in real life?

You look like you're 28.

You shouldn't tell everyone the truth! You and your honeyed words.

Why don't we get a few more portraits drawn?

- Sure. - I think that's fine.

Come.

Mister, please draw a few more portraits of us.

Sure. Sit down.

- All right. - Don't move.

Excellent!

Lady Nangong?

I need to head there for a second.

Mister, we'll continue later.

Lady Nangong, you...

What are you doing here?

Lord Wei wants to see you.

Lord Wei, were you looking for me?

When will Li Miao Zhen leave the capital?

The truth hasn't come to light yet. I'm afraid it'll take some time.

I told you this long ago.

The struggle between celestials and humans has a long history.

She and Chu Yuan Zhen will definitely fight one day.

But I hope that it isn't now.

Understood.

We already have a lead in the case.

I'll send her out immediately after the truth has come to light.

That's good as well,

since there's no way you can leave now.

Lord Wei, do you have any instructions for me?

Just now, a member of the palace came to us.

His Majesty wants to see you.

Later, you need to follow him to the palace.

His Majesty wants to see me?

Shouldn't he be coming up with a solution to the threat we're facing?

Indeed.

His Majesty will order you

to split this into two.

Split that into two?

That?

Your Majesty, please grant me death.

Why?

Your Majesty, you're ordering me to split the dharma statue.

If I don't go, I'll be going against the imperial order.

I'll be executed for that.

If I do go, a Silver Guardian like me is no match for it.

I'll be punished either way.

Your Majesty, please grant me death.

Are you blaming me now?

I dare not do so.

Your Majesty, I'm just afraid that I might let down your trust.

It's not that I trust you.

I just trust the Astronomical Bureau.

The Imperial Astronomer wants to borrow a personnel from me.

He has designated you to engage the celestial envoys.

The Imperial Astronomer?

There are plenty of experts in the Astronomical Bureau.

I'm just a Silver Guardian. Why would he...

(Don't tell me the Imperial Astronomer knows that Shen Shu is in my body?)

Since he has chosen you,

you shall engage the celestial envoys, then.

I didn't come here to seek your opinion.

I'm here to notify you.

This concerns the dignity of Dafeng.

You have to do everything you can

to split the dharma statue and win the battle!

Don't worry.

I'll reward you handsomely after the battle.

(What if I fail, then?)

You may leave.

I shall take my leave.

(This can't be.)

(Before this, the demonic arm escaped after the explosion at Sangbo.)

(The Imperial Astronomer didn't show up, using sickness as his excuse.)

(After that, when we were in Yunzhou...)

The Imperial Astronomer wants to borrow a personnel from me.

He has designated you to engage the celestial envoys.

(So, he allowed the demonic arm to enter my body)

(so that I could split the dharma statue now.)

Lord Xu!

That's the wrong way.

Xu Qi An.

Yes, Lord Wei?

Did you hear me just now?

I understand that this is what the Imperial Astronomer wants.

But splitting that dharma statue

is beyond my ability.

Lord Wei, can you make a plea for me in front of His Majesty?

Tell him to select another candidate.

His Majesty has already made up his mind.

I'm afraid there's no room for negotiation.

If so, Lord Wei, I won't put you on the spot, then.

I don't know why the Imperial Astronomer chose me.

If I fail, His Majesty will definitely punish me.

Lord Wei, seems like I won't get to serve you again after this.

Don't worry.

Even if you win, His Majesty will still punish you.

He has been unhappy with you for quite some time.

But you don't need to worry too much.

Lord Wei, what do you mean?

The celestial realm came here with plenty of forces this time.

If we lose, Dafeng will be humiliated.

The Imperial Astronomer designated you for the battle.

He wouldn't request His Majesty to do so if he wasn't confident about it.

Although I know it's difficult for the current you to deal with the statue,

I'm sure the Imperial Astronomer did so for a reason.

(Seems like my prediction was right.)

(It's likely that the Imperial Astronomer chose me)

(because he knew that Shen Shu is inside my body.)

(And, Lord Wei has no idea about it.)

Lord Wei, you have a point.

I predict that the Imperial Astronomer will help me out during the battle.

This way, he can preserve Dafeng's dignity without lowering his status.

I don't know about the details.

But that old fool has seen through all the secrets of the heavens.

He does things in a mysterious way.

No one knows what's on his mind.

Do you know what he's thinking?

Lord Wei, even you don't know what he's thinking.

How could I know what he was thinking?

All right now. It's useless to dwell on it.

Right now,

our only option is to adapt accordingly.

Look. There are a total of eight dharma statues in the celestial realm.

These are records

of the other dharma statues that had appeared before.

The current status is known as the Wrath of Vajra.

It has appeared for the first time.

There are no records of it.

But in the end, all changes stem from the same root.

Each dharma statue represents a formation.

If it's a formation, there's surely a weakness.

What you need to do is to dispel the formation.

Do not engage it with brute force.

Understood?

Yes, Lord Wei.

All right now.

You can take these with you and study them at home.

It's the same result I found upon searching the academy.

There's no clear solution to it.

If so, is it dangerous?

About that...

Don't worry.

Lord Wei said that since the Imperial Astronomer designated me,

he would surely back me up in secret.

Moreover, Lord Wei regards me highly.

I'm sure he won't put me in danger.

It won't be dangerous.

You should've told me that earlier.

With the help of the Imperial Astronomer, this should be a piece of cake!

Ning Yan, you'll be the hero of Dafeng after this.

His Majesty will definitely reward you.

And, he'll reward you handsomely.

He'll be rewarded handsomely?

Won't that be a windfall?

That's right.

If so, can we observe the battle at the battleground?

A windfall!

I want to go there too!

Ning Yan.

Can we observe the battle?

- I think so. - Excellent.

Reserve some good seats for us.

Make sure they're at the front.

If not, we won't be able to see your expression clearly.

Ning Yan has done our family proud this time around!

That's right!

Ling Yue,

let's head to the streets this afternoon.

Let's buy some new clothes.

Great!

(This is a huge event.)

(I'm afraid everyone in the city will head there to witness the spectacle.)

(Especially...)

Mother, I'll join you guys.

Sure! All of us can go!

- All right. - You too.

Let's head there together.

Ning Yan, where are you going?

I'm heading out

to refine my swordsmanship.

That's right.

Just tell me if you need me to sharpen your sword, okay?

Xu Qi An, what are you doing?

Master, do you think he'll be here?

According to my understanding, he doesn't have the guts to come.

You came here at a great time.

Coincidentally, Master is free today.

Why are you looking for him?

It's nothing.

I just have some questions related to alchemy that I wish to ask him about.

Senior Cai Wei.

- I'm done. Take this. - Okay.

Thank you.

Over here.

Master, I'm afraid your prediction is wrong this time.

Master, Xu Qi An seeks an audience.

Your Highness, to be honest,

my predictions

have never been wrong.

Xu Qi An, where are you going?

Master, you do live up to your reputation.

After this battle, his reputation will surely be enhanced.

Naturally.

However, judging from his personality,

Master, aren't you worried that he might not like the path you chose?

We can worry about it when we get to it.

What about now?

Now, we shall drink

until we drop.

(If the Imperial Astronomer knows about Shen Shu, )

(my questions will be pointless.)

(If he doesn't know about it, )

(I'll be exposing my secrets if I ask him about it.)

(What should I do now?)

We've searched the entire street.

We still couldn't find it.

What should we do now?

I remember that it was nearby.

I wouldn't go all the way to the Xu family's old residence

had you not pointed us in the wrong way last time.

You would have no way to encounter Lord Xu

had I not pointed us in the wrong way.

You!

Your Highness?

It's you.

What are you doing here?

Your Highness, what are these?

I heard that you'll engage the dharma statue on Dafeng's behalf.

As your mistress,

I have to support you.

Your Highness, thank you for your concern.

What do you think?

Are you confident

that you can win the battle?

The dharma statue has a battle level rivaling a Rank Three cultivator.

I'm just a Silver Guardian.

And, I'm unprepared too.

Your Highness, what do you think?

I believe in you.

You're Xu Qi An.

You're the youngest Silver Guardian among the Night Guardians.

You're the most outstanding retainer I have.

Slaying corrupt peers, investigating Sangbo, criticizing aristocrats,

everything was unexpected, yet you never failed to impress.

Is there anyone in Dafeng more suitable for the task

than you right now?

Therefore, right now,

just relax and regulate your state of mind.

You can also think of the reward you wish to acquire

upon splitting the dharma statue.

Reward...

Reward?

Your Highness,

don't you think it's too early to think about that?

Just think of it as an idle thought.

Have you never thought about it before?

To be honest,

I did think of it in secret before.

If I'm fortunate enough to win the battle,

I might request His Majesty for a gold token of death exemption.

Are you dumb?

That token can only spare you from death once.

Think about it. If someone is out to get you,

the gold token is but an inanimate object.

It cannot save you.

There have been plenty of such affairs since ancient times.

I was born into the imperial family.

I'm already used to such occurrences.

If so, Your Highness, what do you mean?

What you need isn't the gold token of death exemption.

What you need is status.

Think about it.

Once you have a great status, you'll form connections.

With connections, you can make acquaintances with the nobles.

When you're in deep trouble,

those people will be able to save you.

And, if...

I'm saying if.

If you're lucky enough to know someone from the imperial family,

and if one of them were foolish enough to fall for you...

I mean,

no one can threaten you if you become a part of the imperial family.

You'll be able to enjoy a luxurious life.

And, people will revere you as well.

All in all,

a noble status is of great importance.

For example, the title of a duke.

Understood?

Understood.

Your Highness, I understand and appreciate your intention.

Are you sure you understand me?

Definitely.

(Xu Residence)

Did I speak too much just now?

Was I not reserved enough?

A little.

You're the princess after all. Lord Xu should be honored

that you're visiting him personally.

Although that's the case,

if I don't make myself clear,

I'm worried that blockhead might not understand my intention.

You do have a point.

Say,

do you think he can defeat the celestial realm?

Your Highness, don't worry.

Since Lord Xu has understood your intention,

he'll surely do his best to win the battle.

The Astronomical Bureau will engage the celestials in a battle!

Guys, hurry and check out the notice board!

The celestials have challenged the Astronomical Bureau to a battle?

Xu Qi An, the Silver Guardian, shall represent Dafeng in battle?

They will hold a duel at the Imperial Observatory's square

in three days?

By then, the people can head there to observe the spectacle.

This is great?

- Someone is finally standing up for us! - This is great!

Everyone! Hear me out!

The Astronomical Bureau

will engage the celestials in a battle in three days!

Xu Qi An, the Silver Guardian, will battle the dharma statue!

This is a major event.

Let's observe the battle together.

That's right! Let's head there together!

The battle will be held in three days!

Say, why did they choose a Silver Guardian?

That Silver Guardian is formidable.

He foiled the Wizard God Sect's terrible plot himself.

I heard that the Silver Guardian is going to split the dharma statue.

I'm sure he can rain on the celestial realm's parade!

- Excellent! Here! - Let's drink!

Waiter!

Miss.

Give me the usual. One pot of...

I want half a pot of aged liquor

and half a roasted chicken.

But...

Miss, over here, please.

Miss, I'm truly sorry.

Our restaurant is currently full.

Please share the table with this mister.

He ordered the same dishes as yours.

He ordered half a roasted chicken and half a pot of aged liquor too.

You two can make a complete set.

Sure.

Buddy...

You should've been dead.

Now, I have to kill you myself.

Stop being sarcastic.

So, you two know each other?

I suppose fate has led you two to each other.

Mister, here's your liquor. Enjoy your meal.

Stop what you're doing right now!

Someone is engaging the dharma statue at the Imperial Observatory!

Let's go and take a look!

- Let's go! - They're fighting already?

Let's go and take a look.

Is it Xu Qi An?

Isn't it supposed to take place in three days?

Lord Xu?

That must be Lord Xu.

I'm Yang Qian Huan.

Sun, moon and stars in my hand...

I couldn't care less. Go and fight!

Hurry and fight the dharma statue!

It's behind you!

I know that.

Senior Yang, please come down!

The Imperial Astronomer wants you to head back!

Did you forget? Your powers went berserk just a few days ago!

- Did you forget... - That's preposterous!

Master is trying to stop me from making a name for myself.

He said you should stay out of this!

Go back and tell him this!

Today, I, Yang Qian Huan, must make a name for myself!

I'll make a name and establish oneself with boundless might!

As all things shift and flow, I'll prove myself with strength!

With boundless might,

all things shift and flow!

With roaring tides and flashing lightning!

Senior Yang!