0p0 Chapter 208 The Test Questions Sent by Ye Lan
Chapter 208 The Test Questions Sent by Ye Lan
Xu Ning was taken aback by Zhong Li's question. Who wouldn't want the power in their hands to be as strong as possible? Did he really need a reason for that?
Xu Ning shared his doubts with Zhong Li.
Zhongli shook his head slightly and said, "Ordinary people naturally hope that the power they have is as great as possible. However, there is an old saying in Liyue."
"If one's virtue does not match one's position, disaster will surely follow!"
If one's virtue does not match one's position, disaster will surely follow.
Xu Ning was stunned for a moment. Did this mean...?
Zhongli explained gently, "This means that a person's abilities must be commensurate with their position. If they are not commensurate, whether they are too little or too much, they may bring disaster upon themselves."
Upon hearing this, Xu Ning suddenly recalled the image on the wall of the secret chamber inside the old palace of the Snow Burial Capital.
Without the power to match it, one cannot even easily utter words of "questioning," or one will suffer the fate of death and the destruction of one's country.
Those responsible for imposing punishments, wanting to eliminate them, simply tossed down a nail.
But even such a nail must contain the power of the heavens.
Otherwise, Kanria wouldn't have sent so many "plowing machines" to the Dragon Ridge Snow Mountain in an attempt to steal the power of the heavens.
Xu Ning knew that Zhongli meant he should not try to seize the power of the heavens, otherwise it would surely bring disaster to himself and those around him.
"Even you can't use it?" Xu Ning still had some doubts and asked Zhong Li.
"Cannot be used."
Xu Ning fell silent.
The old man said, "It's not that you can't, it's that you're not allowed to."
It seems I was too radical, always thinking of ways to gain power through shortcuts.
However, the power contained in this "Cold Heaven Nail" really made Xu Ning very envious.
If it could be used, it might be able to resolve a pressing disaster.
"Since Your Majesty has said so, then let it stay in this corner and collect dust."
Xu Ning smiled nonchalantly, "After all, it would be very refreshing to chill some wine or juice here in the summer."
Zhongli nodded seriously and said, "That's not a bad idea."
After the two clowns finished their fight, they each went to wash up.
A "Do Not Disturb" sign was hung in front of Belial's door again. Xu Ning glanced at it and didn't call her out to meet the strongest martial god in Liyue.
Qingyi quickly prepared a table of dishes, and after serving them all, she poured a jar of celestial wine for everyone, then stood behind Zhongli with a smile.
Xu Ning tilted her head and glanced at her with a puzzled look, then patted the empty seat next to her.
"What are you standing there for? Sit down and eat!"
Qingyi suddenly realized, stuck out her tongue sheepishly, and whispered, "I forgot that our table has four seats."
After the meal, Xu Ning had Qingyi drag Wendy, who had slid under the table, back into the house, and then prepared to send the Emperor back.
Zhongli stood up and turned back to look at the "Thousand Winds" wine pool once more.
"I couldn't help you much this time, so consider it a favor I owe you. If there's another chance, I'll repay you for the wine I gave you."
Xu Ning felt both proud and apprehensive about being indebted to the Emperor. He smiled and said it was nothing to worry about, and then sent Zhongli back to the Hall of Rebirth.
He left a few more jars of "immortal wine" on the tea table, and when he went out, he met the ritual attendant of the Hall of Rebirth. He told her that if she ever found that Zhongli was out of wine, she should have Hu Tao inform him, and he would be rewarded.
Xu Ning, carrying his wine gourd, swayed back to Qunyu Pavilion.
As soon as he entered, Ningguang greeted him with a smile and took his hand, leading him inside.
"Ye Lan just brought me something. Guess what it is?"
Seeing how happy she was, Xu Ning guessed that it might be some rare gem or collectible.
However, after guessing several times without getting it right, Ningguang stopped teasing him and revealed the answer directly.
"It's a test question."
Exam questions?
This strange thing...
Xu Ning suddenly remembered what Uncle Tian had mentioned about the selection process during the day, and reached out to pick up the test paper.
"Huh? You want me to write Liyue's development plan? Who knows how to write that?"
Ningguang laughed and said, "What? Uncle Tian gave you the opportunity, why do you look like you don't want it at all?"
Xu Ning pointed to the questions on the table and said to Ning Guang, "Ning Guang, you know me. How could I possibly write something like this? You're more likely to write it."
Ningguang snorted proudly, "If I were to write it, I'm afraid no one else would have a chance. However, Uncle Tian also had Yelan deliver a message to me, which is that I am not allowed to write it for you."
"but……"
Ningguang pulled out dozens of scrolls and a dozen books from the bookshelf and piled them on the desk.
"Uncle Tian didn't say you can't refer to the documents here. I have almost all of Liyue's land layout and business plans, and even information on the newly developed Guili Plain. Of course, this part of the data comes from our newly established Yuheng Star."
"These are all for your reference. After all, you have led the construction of Guili Plain, so I believe you are familiar with the place."
Xu Ning looked at the mountain of books piled on the table and was immediately overwhelmed.
“Ningguang, the tasks required at this location on Tian Shu Star, if I remember correctly, are quite daunting, which doesn’t seem to fit my righteous and upright image very well. Perhaps…”
Ningguang's smile remained unchanged, but her tone was somewhat off.
"I just feel that in Liyue, besides you, there really isn't anyone else who can take on the position of Tian Shu Star for the time being. You keep making excuses and don't want to put in the effort. Could it be that you're still thinking about not taking any responsibility and running away whenever you want?"
Xu Ning was startled and quickly said, "Absolutely not. Even if I don't want to take on the burden of Liyue or the responsibility of Tian Shu Star, I will not abandon my responsibility to you. As long as you are still in Liyue and still hold the position of one of the Seven Stars, I am willing to shoulder the responsibility of Liyue for you."
Ningguang gently tickled Xu Ning's earlobe with her fingertips and said with a smile, "Then you'd better write well. I'll have Baishi bring you dinner tonight. You can't leave the study until you've finished writing, otherwise, even if you do leave, I won't open the door for you."
"Of course, if you write well, I will naturally give you a corresponding reward. Keep up the good work!"