Just then, two carriages pulled up outside Lingyu Princess's residence.

Soon after, Lin Sheng was called out by Lingyu Princess.

Afu's face was all smiles as he directed people to unload items from the carriage.

At the same time, he handed the imperial decree to Lingyu Princess.

After bowing to Lin Sheng, who had just stepped out of the room, he departed with his people.

Lin Sheng nodded at him, his gaze falling upon the several jade boxes in the courtyard.

There were five jade boxes in total, though 'chests' would be a more fitting description.

Each was half the size of a person, intricately carved with beautiful patterns on the outside, clearly not ordinary items.

Meanwhile, Lingyu Princess was stunned after reading the contents of the imperial decree.

A moment later, inside the room.

"What's wrong with Royal Uncle? He directly appointed you a High Grade General of the Cavalry and put you in command of the Crimson Feather Army!?"

Lingyu Princess frowned, pacing back and forth in the room, her face filled with bewilderment.

"Crimson Feather Army..."

Lin Sheng set down the imperial decree, softly chewing on the unfamiliar term.

He was equally surprised by Jing Emperor's actions.

He had originally only expected a casual official appointment.

He never imagined a direct assignment to a High Grade General position.

Although he wasn't very familiar with the Southern Qi's official system, a High Grade General position was already considered a high-ranking post.

One must know that apart from Tang Zhong, who held no official post, the highest-ranking officer in the military was Huyan Ji, a First Grade Grand General.

His own High Grade General of the Cavalry position was only slightly lower than that.

There were only two High Grade General positions in the entire military, and he had directly become one of them.

As for the Crimson Feather Army, he wasn't familiar with it, but judging by Lingyu's reaction, it was clearly no ordinary force.

As if sensing Lin Sheng's confusion, Lingyu Princess timely explained.

"The Crimson Feather Army is an army outside the military, directly under our Royal Family. It is an elite army that the Royal Family has cultivated over many years, expending vast resources."

Upon hearing this, Lin Sheng understood.

Although most of Southern Qi's armies were subordinate to the military, there were exceptions, and the Crimson Feather Army was clearly a type of Royal Guard.

Thinking of this, a few more doubts arose in his mind.

"Since the Crimson Feather Army is under the Royal Family, it should logically be commanded by a member of your Royal Family. Why would it be directly handed over to me to command?"

"That... I'm not entirely sure either."

Lingyu Princess frowned slightly. Although she resided in the Imperial City, she had always been deeply engrossed in martial arts, dedicating most of her energy to cultivation, and was not very knowledgeable about the affairs within the Imperial City.

However, Shi Po, who was standing by, her eyes flickered, and a thoughtful expression appeared on her face.

"I'll go to the palace this afternoon and ask Royal Uncle."

Lingyu Princess thought for a moment and then said.

"Alright."

Lin Sheng nodded, no longer thinking about the Crimson Feather Army, and his gaze fell upon the jade boxes in the room.

With a wave of his hand, the jade boxes opened, and a strong, bloody scent assailed his nostrils.

Along with it, an extremely intense Qi and Blood fluctuation emanated.

The jade boxes contained Yao Beast organs, varying in size. The large ones almost filled the entire box, while the small ones were only the size of a human head.

Although he hadn't touched them yet and couldn't tell what kind of Yao Beasts these organs came from, Lin Sheng could already confirm that these organs were definitely not from ordinary Yao Beasts, just by the strong and rich Qi and Blood fluctuations.

Lingyu Princess on the side was also somewhat surprised and couldn't help but say.

"These are High Grade Yao Beast flesh and blood sealed in the treasury! I didn't expect Royal Uncle to be so generous."

Her gaze fell on one of the jade boxes, which contained fragments of a purplish-red heart. It also had the most intense Qi and Blood fluctuations among all the boxes.

"This is the flesh and blood of a Earth Fiend Rock Dragon!?"

She possessed a strong Dragon Bloodline, so she could faintly sense the aura of a Dragon Bloodline, and quickly recognized the source of the flesh and blood in the jade box.

This was also one of the rare Dragon Yao Beast flesh and blood collected in the Royal Family's treasury.

"Earth Fiend Rock Dragon?"

Lin Sheng's gaze fell upon the jade box, a hint of surprise in his eyes.

Dragon-type exotic beasts were generally quite powerful among Yao Beasts.

This Earth Fiend Rock Dragon was clearly one of the best among Yao Beasts. Dragon Yao Beasts were quite rare, and it was likely that the Royal Family didn't have many in stock. The Jing Emperor's willingness to bring it out was quite unexpected.

Lin Sheng's gaze then fell on the two baby-fist-sized porcelain bottles on the table.

These had been sent along with the jade boxes.

They clearly didn't contain Yao Beast flesh and blood, so what could they be?

The two porcelain bottles were placed in exquisite brocade boxes, and from their appearance, one could tell they were not ordinary items.

Lin Sheng was also very curious about what was inside these porcelain bottles.

Without hesitation, he flicked his finger, and the porcelain bottle opened.

The moment it opened, a golden light emanated from within.

Lin Sheng immediately felt a sense of thirst within his body.

It was as if the contents of the bottle possessed an irresistible allure, making him instinctively want to integrate it into his body.

However, in just an instant, he suppressed this unusual feeling.

His gaze towards the porcelain bottle showed a hint of surprise.

"Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid)!!"

At this moment, Shi Po, who had been silent, exclaimed in surprise.

Lingyu Princess reacted at this moment, looking at the porcelain bottle on the table, her face showing a look of shock.

"Two bottles of Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid)! Royal Uncle actually sent two bottles of Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid)!?"

"Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid)?"

Lin Sheng chewed on the name. Judging from their reactions, the contents of this porcelain bottle seemed to be quite extraordinary.

Lingyu Princess had by now calmed down, and with a hint of pleasant surprise on her face, she began to explain.

"This Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) is a supreme treasure of our Southern Qi Royal Family. It is made from the Heavenly Gifted Spiritual Spring and the essence blood of a Void Beast-level Dragon Beast. Its effects are much stronger than the Heavenly Gifted Spiritual Spring, and it can increase the concentration of Dragon Bloodline in the body."

"Oh!?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Sheng's heart was inevitably shaken. What shook him was not the Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid), but the Void Beast-level Dragon Beast. He couldn't help but ask.

"Does the Southern Qi Royal Family have a Void Beast-level Dragon Beast!?"

"Of course. Over a thousand years ago, an ancestor of the Royal Family discovered the remains of a Void Beast in a desperate place. Later, they brought it into the Imperial City, used its bones to refine the Imperial City's grand formation, and its flesh and blood to refine precious pills. This Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) is made primarily from its essence blood."

It was Shi Po who spoke. As a Grandmaster expert, she naturally understood many of the Royal Family's secrets much better than Lingyu.

A hint of pride appeared on her face, but it quickly turned into a sigh, and her gaze towards Lin Sheng showed a hint of something different.

"However, after so many years, that Dragon Beast's remains are almost completely depleted. The Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) that can be produced is getting less and less, and it is estimated that it will be completely used up in a few decades."

At this point, her gaze fell on Lin Sheng, and she slowly spoke.

"Therefore, the value of this Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) is extremely precious. Even members of the Royal Family may not be able to use a single bottle in their lifetime."

Shi Po did not continue with the rest of her words.

With her discerning eye, she could tell at a glance that the Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) in the porcelain bottle was of the highest grade.

Even she felt quite surprised by Jing Emperor's arrangement.

After listening to Shi Po, Lin Sheng also understood the value of the two porcelain bottles in his hand.

The value of one bottle of Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) was probably even higher than all those Yao Beast flesh and blood.

Lingyu Princess's face was now even more filled with pleasant surprise.

"Originally, I was thinking that after we got married, I would ask Royal Uncle for a bottle of Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid). I didn't expect Royal Uncle to directly send you two bottles. It seems Royal Uncle values you greatly."

At this point, she said with some impatience.

"Once Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) is opened, its effects will quickly begin to diminish. You've already opened one bottle, Lin Sheng, so consume and refine it as soon as possible to avoid affecting its efficacy."

"Alright."

Lin Sheng nodded immediately.

Since he already knew that the porcelain bottle contained something good, he naturally wouldn't waste it.

"Lin Sheng, you should focus on refining it first. Remember to take it in multiple doses during refinement. Alright, we won't disturb you any longer."

Lingyu Princess instructed, then prepared to leave with Shi Po.

"Princess, you should go to the palace to offer your thanks first. This old woman will be Young Master Lin's Protector here."

Shi Po suddenly said.

Lingyu was stunned for a moment, but quickly nodded.

"Alright, Shi Po, you're always so thoughtful."

Although the imperial palace was heavily guarded, refining the Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) was still somewhat dangerous. Having a Protector would prevent any unwelcome disturbances.

After speaking, Lingyu turned and left.

Only Lin Sheng and Shi Po remained in the room.

"Senior Shi Po, is there anything you wish to say?"

Only then did Lin Sheng speak calmly.

He knew very well that the other party staying behind was definitely not just for protection.

"Young Master Lin is indeed a clever man."

Shi Po's face showed a faint smile.

"Lingyu is not familiar with court affairs, so she doesn't know much about the Crimson Feather Army. Therefore, let this old woman clarify things for Young Master Lin."

"Although the Crimson Feather Army is subordinate to the Royal Family, due to the Royal Family's own reasons, the position of Crimson Feather Army Commander has been temporarily held by the current Grand Councillor, Gongsun Yue, for several decades."

"The Gongsun family has served as officials for generations and holds considerable power in the imperial court. After decades, the Gongsun family's control over the Crimson Feather Army has become quite deep."

"Your Majesty entrusting the position of Crimson Feather Army Commander to you clearly has a deeper meaning."

Lin Sheng quietly listened to Shi Po's words, and his mind fully understood.

No wonder he was directly conferred a High Grade General position.

"This old woman has told you everything she knows. If Young Master Lin still has any questions, I presume Your Majesty will have further arrangements? In that case, I shall not disturb Young Master's cultivation."

"Thank you for your clarification, Senior."

Lin Sheng bowed with cupped hands.

Shi Po waved her hand, and her figure disappeared from the room.

Feeling her aura recede, Lin Sheng tapped his fingers on the desk.

His gaze swept over the two porcelain bottles on the table, and he shook his head with a smile.

"No wonder two bottles of Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) were sent, along with such High Grade Yao Beast flesh and blood..."

Clearly, Jing Emperor intended to use his hand to reclaim the Crimson Feather Army.

He had no interest in military campaigns.

However, His Majesty's sincerity was quite deep.

Shaking his head with a smile, Lin Sheng picked up one of the porcelain bottles from the table, poured a few drops of golden viscous liquid into his mouth.

Then he closed his eyes and concentrated on refining it.

As the golden viscous liquid entered his mouth, Lin Sheng felt his internal Qi and Blood instantly boil.

His meridians, muscles, and bones, like hungry ghosts, frantically vied for the golden viscous liquid within his body.

In addition to his Physical Body, his spirit also reacted strongly.

Lin Sheng only felt a burning flame engulf his consciousness, constantly scorching it.

Waves of fiery pain continuously surged from his consciousness.

Lin Sheng's expression remained unchanged; this level of pain had no effect on him.

"It really does have a stimulating effect on the spirit."

Feeling his own consciousness becoming more solidified under this invisible fiery scorching, Lin Sheng secretly thought, 'As expected.'

After all, it was a precious medicine formulated from the essence blood of a Void Beast and the Heavenly Gifted Spiritual Spring. He didn't believe it would have no effect on the spirit at all.

"The effect on the spirit seems to be much better than I imagined."

As the invisible flames scorched, Lin Sheng felt as if a trace of Impurities was being stripped away from his consciousness.

Although extremely slow, it was indeed happening.

His eyes lit up, and he immediately poured all the remaining golden viscous liquid from the bottle into his mouth.

As a large amount of Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) surged into his body, the restless sensation immediately increased severalfold.

The invisible flames in his consciousness also solidified at a visible rate, and the intense pain impacting his consciousness surged like a tide.

Even Lin Sheng couldn't help but frown slightly.

Taking a deep breath, he didn't retreat but advanced, forcefully mobilizing his consciousness and spirit towards those invisible flames.

As the pain intensified, his consciousness also continuously became clearer.

Soon, after half an hour, the agitation within his body finally showed signs of weakening.

The intense pain in his spirit also began to subside.

Sweat beads the size of soybeans seeped from Lin Sheng's forehead.

Although he had been enduring the dual torment of physical and spiritual pain.

At this moment, his spirit was not only not dispirited at all, but even clearer than before.

Faintly, Lin Sheng felt as if his consciousness was about to break through some kind of shackles.

Without hesitation, he directly opened the other porcelain bottle and swallowed all the Long Xian Jin Ye (Dragon Saliva Golden Fluid) inside.

Soon, the familiar intense pain once again swept through his entire body.

This time, it wasn't until an hour later that the pain finally showed signs of weakening.

Lin Sheng's clothes were already soaked with sweat.

Golden patterns emerged on his exposed skin.

Especially on both sides of his cheeks and at the center of his brows, the golden patterns shimmered with a bright golden light.

Another stick of incense later, Lin Sheng's eyes suddenly opened.

The golden light on his body flared brightly, but in the next moment, it all disappeared.

"Hoo... Finally finished refining."

He exhaled heavily, a relaxed expression on his face.

Immediately, he called up his attribute panel.

He could feel that his own improvement this time was significant, but the specifics still needed to be seen from the changes on the panel.

Lin Sheng

Realm: Bones Transformation

Strength: 23, Physique: 23, Agility: 20, Perception: 14, Spirit: 7

Talent: Dragon Elephant Power

Talent: Ji Hai Magic Blood

"Agility and Perception each increased by one point, and the biggest improvement was in Spirit, which directly increased by two points."

Seeing the changes on the panel, Lin Sheng's face showed a smile.

This was not all; although Strength and Physique showed no numerical changes, they also improved, just not enough to reach the next point.

But he could feel that the threshold of 24 points was not far off.

"As expected of something refined from the essence blood of a Void Beast, such an effect is truly unexpected..."