Little Button's voice traveled far. Although the black-clothed man quickly knocked him out, his voice was so loud that people several courtyards away could hear him clearly. Soon, the whole imperial city was in an uproar.
The black-clothed man frowned slightly, glanced at Little Button, and whispered, "Trouble." His figure flashed and disappeared on the spot like the wind. After a few breaths, a team of imperial guards rushed over. Seeing the "corpses" all over the ground, it was inevitable that there would be another commotion.
But at this time, the black-clothed man seemed to have found his way to the Upper Study.
"Your imperial city is really troublesome. It's not easy to find a person!" When he arrived at the Upper Study, the black-clothed man had no scruples and directly stepped into the study.
"Who is it?"
"Stop!"
"Quick, catch the assassin!"
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The guards, eunuchs, and palace maids who were guarding outside the study room were naturally extremely terrified by the sudden appearance of this stranger. All of them acted as if they were facing a great enemy. There were even a few powerful auras that faintly emanated from within the study room, vaguely confronting the black-clothed man.
"Retreat!" At this moment, the unique deep voice of Jin Emperor Yan Yuntian sounded. His figure appeared at the door of the Upper Study and waved to the people around, indicating that they should not be too nervous.
When everyone saw Yan Yuntian's calm expression and the warning in his eyes, they all tactfully retreated.
"All the imperial cities are like this. Compared to the Imperial Capital of yesteryear, my Western Capital's imperial city pales in comparison!"
Yan Yuntian looked at the black-clothed man and smiled, "You were the one who made the noise outside just now, weren't you?"
"Your men are making too much of a fuss!"
"I could have gone to see you. Why did I have to come here in person?" Yan Yuntian said with a smile. He turned sideways to let the black-clothed man into the study room, and then he closed the door himself. At the same time, several powerful auras in the study room disappeared without a trace in an instant, as if they had never existed.
"It's not appropriate for you to come to me. In any case, you are now the emperor of Jin and the future ruler of the world. So, it's better for me to come to you!"
"Brother Yu is too modest!" Yan Yuntian hurriedly said.
"Alright, enough with the pleasantries!" The man in black, who was called Brother Yu by Yan Yuntian, waved his hand and said, "Why are you in such a hurry to find me?"
"It's the same thing as last time!" Jin Emperor Yan Yuntian said with a wry smile, "That Zhou Bao from Yunzhou, his strength is beyond our expectation!"
"Did he fail?" The black-clothed man's eyes flashed with a hint of surprise. "Didn't you say he only had Level Seven cultivation? Even if he has the combat capability of a Level Eight expert and a Pure Yang Celestial Device, it is not easy for him to escape under the Sumeru Formation of the Positive and Negative Nine Palaces. If he really escapes, his combat capability will probably surpass Level Nine! "
"Not only did he run away, but he also snatched the Pure Yang Celestial Device and killed four Level Eight experts!"
"This is impossible!" The black-clothed man suddenly stood up with a look of disbelief. He even suspected that Yan Yuntian was greedy for the Pure Yang Celestial Device, so he pretended to fail and took the Pure Yang Celestial Device.
But on second thought, this kind of thing was unlikely. It was just a Pure Yang Celestial Device, so it was unlikely that this man, who had the world in his heart, would do such a thing. But in any case, this operation was a failure. Not only did they lose four Level Eight experts, but they also lost a Pure Yang Celestial Device.
Even for the huge influence behind him, a Pure Yang Celestial Device was a strategic material. They took out the red gourd this time because they were determined to wipe out Zhou Bao, an unstable chess piece that might touch their interests, from the chessboard. Unexpectedly, they suffered a double loss.
"Ten Level Eight experts, a Pure Yang Celestial Device, and a Sumeru Formation of Nine Palaces. How could they be defeated?"
"According to the information they brought back, Zhou Bao's strength is at least at the peak of Level Nine, or even higher. It's not an exaggeration to say that he has reached the Mysterious Realm!"
"Mysterious Realm? Bullshit! How old is Zhou Bao? He's less than 20 years old. How could he have the cultivation of the Mysterious Realm? "
Hearing Yan Yuntian's words, the black-clothed man's face flashed a trace of disdain. "Do you think it's so easy to be listed as an immortal? If his strength had really reached the Mysterious Realm, how could they have been able to come back alive to deliver the message? They would have been killed long ago! " Speaking of this, the black-clothed man paused. "However, since Zhou Bao can do this, then he at least has the combat capability of the upper position of Level Nine, or even the peak. It seems that your information is not accurate!"
"Yes, I never thought that his combat capability could be so strong!" This sentence seemed to touch Yan Yuntian's sore spot. "His strength is far beyond our expectation. How about this, Brother Yu, you talk to them first. You have a high cultivation. I think you can have a fair evaluation of Zhou Bao's strength from their battle. In this way, we will have enough confidence next time!"
"Next time? Do you think there will be a next time?" The black-clothed man sneered, shook his head and glanced at Yan Yuntian. "I just heard that your plan failed, so I came here to see what happened. I didn't expect such a big defeat. You have to understand, whether it's a Level Eight expert or a Pure Yang Celestial Device, it's a great loss for anyone to lose even one, let alone you who lost four Level Eight experts and a Pure Yang Celestial Device. Although you have a special status now, those old guys won't let you do this. Moreover, I have to remind you that the reason why you have such a big advantage is completely an accident. No one thought that you could swallow the whole Northern Yuan in such a short time. However, the fact has also proved that you can't digest Northern Yuan at all. If the matter in the north is not handled properly, it will become a big disaster. If that really happens, then the north is not an advantage for you, but a big disadvantage!"
Yan Yuntian's expression slightly froze. He said, "That's why I have to completely control the situation in the north. I admit that it was my mistake to seal Zhou Bao to the north. Now I'm ready to correct this mistake!"
"I can't care so much!" The black-clothed man shook his head and said, "You have to know that you only have a little advantage now. Advantages are advantages, but for those two guys, you can't completely overwhelm them. Moreover, after you have such a big advantage, there are already signs of an alliance between the two of them. Once they form an alliance and complement each other's resources, your advantages will disappear. Your failure this time is too heavy. Not only did you lose four Level Eight experts, but you also lost a Pure Yang Celestial Device. Based on these two points, they can make a big fuss to weaken your advantage. Therefore, it's impossible for you to mobilize a large number of people and borrow a huge force!"
"But Zhou Bao's strength is really too strong. In addition, now the whole Tian Long Taoism is secretly supporting him. If he really develops and grows, I believe that no one in the north can control him!"
"These are just minor details. Even if he dominates the northwest region, it's not something that can be done in a day or two. Maybe by that time, you will have already succeeded. If that's the case, even if he dominates the whole north, it won't affect you at all!"
"I understand what you mean, but —!"
A trace of anger flashed across Yan Yuntian's face. He fiercely patted the low table in front of him and said, "I'm not reconciled to it. This boy is so young, but what he has done is too arrogant. He doesn't put our imperial family in his eyes at all!"
"That's your own business. Find a way to solve it yourself!" The black-clothed man still shook his head and said, "This time's matter has already hit your prestige. You'd better think about how to deal with the pressure from those two. I think you should be able to distinguish which is more important and which is less important?"
"I'll take care of it!" Yan Yuntian's expression tightened, but his clenched fists loosened. "I was reckless in this matter. I'll handle the rest by myself. But that Pure Yang Celestial Device — — — — — —! “
"You don't have to worry about this. Although it was because of you that the things were lost, in the end, it was those guys who didn't live up to my expectations. The things were lost in their hands. I will speak up for you on this matter, but you will have to deal with the other things yourself!"
"I understand. Thank you, Brother Yu!"
"Don't thank me. You and I are one. Now we're on the same boat. If you're in trouble, I can't get away with it. Since we've bet on you, we won't let you suffer too much. Although you've been defeated this time, it's not a big deal. If I can fight for you, I'll fight for you!" The black-clothed man waved his hand. "But you'd better find a way to stabilize the situation here. Don't make any more trouble, and don't give others enough excuses to attack you. Do you understand?"
"I understand!" Yan Yuntian nodded helplessly. "I'll take care of things here. I won't give you any more trouble!"
"That's good!" The black-clothed man nodded. "Call them to me. I'll take them away!"
Emperor Yan nodded and knocked on the table. Several black shadows flashed out and bent down in front of the table.
"Go and invite the high priests over!"
The black shadows nodded and did not answer. They turned into several breezes and disappeared. After a few breaths, all the Level Eight experts who had participated in the siege of Zhou Bao, except for the black-clothed man who could travel through the hollow, were led here. After the black-clothed man talked with them for a while, his expression changed slightly, but he did not say anything. He just led them out of the palace.
Only Yan Yuntian stayed in the Upper Study, frowning, as if he was thinking about something.
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"What? The Emperor wants to marry his daughter to me?" Zhou Bao stared blankly at the envoy who came to announce the edict. His eyes flashed with a strange expression and he blurted out.
The envoy who came to announce the edict was a handsome young man with a cultivation of Level Five. It could be seen that he was a promising young hero. As for why he sent such a young man here, the Emperor naturally had his own considerations. The most important point was that if he wanted to set off from Western Capital and reach Zhou Bao's territory within 10 days, it was absolutely impossible for him to do so without the strength of Level Five or Six.
Strictly speaking, Zhou Bao's words were a little disrespectful. However, the envoy who announced the edict seemed to not hear the disrespect in his tone. He just smiled and said, "Yes, His Majesty wants to marry his daughter to you. Congratulations, Your Excellency Zhou!"
Zhou Bao could not help squinting and looking up and down at the young man named Chi Hengxing. He seemed to be three or four years older than Zhou Bao, but he was in his early twenties. He had a handsome face with a heroic spirit between his eyebrows. However, his flashing eyes were full of incomparable quick-wittedness, with a wisp of slyness flashing through them from time to time. At first glance, Zhou Bao could tell that he was a smart guy.
"Don't congratulate me. I'm so old, but I haven't found a wife yet. It's time for me to marry one!" Zhou Bao nodded. Since he knew that it was Jin Emperor Yan Yuntian who set up the assassination plot, Zhou Bao was very disgusted with him. He even had the impulse to destroy everything Yan Yuntian did. However, he never expected that after the assassination plot was broken, this guy suddenly made such a move and wanted to marry his daughter to Zhou Bao.
"Could it be that this fellow already knows that I know that he was the one who did it?!" Zhou Bao thought to himself. "It's also possible that he knows that Wang She is here. I don't understand this kind of thing, but I can't hide it from Wang She. I'm afraid that he made this unwise move because I'm mad and he wants to appease me. However, do you think I'll give in so easily? Do you mean that I have to marry whoever he wants me to marry? Princess Heyang, Yan Yunyan, is a beauty, but she's not my cup of tea. Since the Emperor wants to marry me, why not take this opportunity —! "
Thinking of this, Zhou Bao could not help curling up the corners of his mouth. Standing opposite him, Chi Hengxin, who came to announce the imperial edict, felt a chill in his heart and had a bad feeling.
Sure enough, as if his worry was confirmed, Zhou Bao's next words almost made him jump up.
"I've met Princess Heyang once. Although she's beautiful, I don't like her. Although she's beautiful, she's too scheming. She's not a good match for me. Do you think it's better to change her?"
"Change her? Change her?! " Chi Hengxin almost bit off his tongue. His eyes lost focus for a moment, and his legs gave way and he almost fell to the ground.
The Emperor had bestowed a marriage upon a princess. No matter who it was, it was an extremely fortunate and joyous event. They could only nod their heads obediently and handle it carefully. Who would dare to talk about conditions with the Emperor and even pick and choose from the left and right?
"She's too scheming. She's not a good match for me!"
Yan Yunyan, the Princess of Heyang, would probably become the laughingstock of the whole world once these words were spread out. No matter whether she was scheming or not, others would think that she was really scheming.
Therefore, he did not know how to answer and did not dare to give any answer.
"I'm telling you the truth. I really don't like Princess Heyang!" Zhou Bao twitched the corners of his mouth and said without hesitation, "So, brother Chi, please tell His Majesty that I know why he wants to marry the princess to me, and I thank him for his kindness. However, some things can't be solved by sending a daughter. Of course, if he chooses another one, for example, Princess Qingyang, I think that thing can be solved!"
That thing? What thing?
Chi Hengxing's body moved slightly, and a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes. However, he was also a smart man. He knew what he should know and what he shouldn't know, and what he should pretend not to know. Since His Excellency Zhou Bao and His Majesty had a common secret, then he only needed to bring back His Majesty's words. As for what His Majesty thought and how to deal with it, it was none of his business.
As for his failure this time, he might be punished, but he did not care about it.
Strength. In this world, strength meant everything. Just look at the boy in front of him. Zhou Bao was younger than him, and his family background was much lower than his. He was just the son of a hunter, but he had unparalleled cultivation talent and opportunities. In just ten years, he had turned from an ordinary country boy into a world-famous expert. Even His Majesty of the Jin wanted to marry his daughter to him and make friends with him. But what did he do? He was still being sarcastic and fussy. And he was so eccentric and picky. He even dared to criticize the Princess in front of the Imperial Court's Ambassador, saying that she was too scheming and not a good match. He even pointed out that he wanted His Majesty's true favorite, Princess Qingyang Yan Yunfei. Based on what? Based on what?
Because of his strength!
He had the strength to challenge the Emperor and bargain with him!
All this was because of his strength. He was one of the four young experts in the world, and his strength was the best among them. He had the combat capability of nearly Level Nine and those world-shocking military exploits. All these were the capital for his arrogance!
If, if I can have the same strength as him, no, even if I am not as good as him, I can only be close to him. If I have the same achievements as him, then I can also be like him, sitting in front of him so arrogantly, disregarding the supreme Emperor's imperial edict, and even wearing that hateful smile on my face that makes people want to slap me a few times.
Now, he did not have this strength!
However, he also had his own capital. Although he could not reach the abnormal standard of Zhou Bao, it was enough for him to deal with such a small matter that he could not complete the task. In this world, except for Zhou Bao, Li Xiu, Ji Yeyue, and Yan Fei, a Level Five expert at the age of 23 was the best choice. In any aristocratic family, he would be highly favored. Therefore, he was not afraid at all.
"Since Your Excellency has said so, then I will definitely convey your words to His Majesty!"
"Then I will have to trouble Your Excellency Chi!" Zhou Bao nodded slightly and sent the guest off with tea.
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"I didn't expect that the Emperor would play this trick on me!" Watching Chi Hengxing leave, Zhou Bao raised his eyebrows and said, "But I'm really not interested in that girl Yan Yunyan!"
"Aren't you too direct? Aren't you not giving face to Yan Yuntian?" Wang She's voice sounded behind him.
"I told you, I can't swallow it. Even if I swallow it, it won't go smoothly!" Zhou Bao smiled coldly and said, "Since he wants to appease me, he should show some sincerity!"
"Sincerity? He has already shown his sincerity by marrying his daughter to you. Princess Heyang and Princess Qingyang, although their titles only differ by one word, their status is completely different. Do you know who Princess Qingyang's biological mother is? "
"The Empress!" Zhou Bao raised his head slightly and said, "Do you think I said it casually? My understanding of Princess Qingyang isn't any less than yours! "
"Do you know her?" Wang She was a little surprised and said, "I thought you just said it casually!"
"I've met her once. I have a good impression of her, at least better than that Yan Yunyan. Although that woman is beautiful, I don't like her!"
"I can only say that you have a good eye. How can a woman who hangs out with Shui Hongyan be a good person?"
"You seem to have a great prejudice against Shui Hongyan!" Zhou Bao was puzzled and said, "Who is she?"
"She is an opinionated woman, so is Yan Yunyan. Your idea is good. You can use it to test the Jin Emperor and see if he will give in and send Princess Qingyang to you!" Wang She said with a smile, changing the topic about Shui Hongyan.
Since he was unwilling to talk about that woman, Zhou Bao would not be so tactless to ask.
"I don't know whether the Jin Emperor will give in or not, but I think he must be very angry. Maybe he will burn down his Imperial Study!" Zhou Bao sneered and said, "It's better to be angry to death!"
"Angry to death?" Wang She laughed and said, "He won't. He has important things to do. How can he be angry to death because of such a small thing? However, you may not get what you want by doing this! "
"You mean, after he gets angry, he won't replace Princess Heyang with Princess Qingyang?"
"Why? Anyway, only you and he know about this. He wants to marry Princess Heyang to you just to appease you. Now your attitude has made it clear that even if he marries his daughter to you, you will not behave yourself. So, why should he marry his daughter to you?" Wang She laughed and said, "Unless you can put more pressure on him and make him understand that he must marry his daughter to you. Otherwise, he will be in trouble!"
"What do you mean?"
"If you want to achieve your goal, you can't just sit there and do nothing. You have to take action. There are some things that you can't wait for if you don't fight for them. Moreover, Yan Yuntian is not so easy to get along with. If you really want to marry Princess Qingyang, you have to take the initiative and put pressure on Yan Yuntian. Only in this way can you get what you want!"
"It seems that you have an idea!"
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