"Thank you, Owner Bu, for lending a hand." Ji Chengxue smiled as he cupped his hands at Bu Fang. Looking at Bu Fang's calm expression, he could not help but feel amazed.
A fourth grade Battle-Spirit was actually able to force a seventh grade Battle-Saint to flee while vomiting blood. Even though it was only because of a magic array, it was still an incredible feat.
One had to know that the difference between a fourth grade Battle-Spirit and a seventh grade Battle-Saint was like a natural chasm that was basically insurmountable.
"Owner Bu, as expected, is mysterious … His identity is definitely not simple!"
Bu Fang gave Ji Chengxue a glance and was stunned for a moment. Then, he waved his hand at the Three Stripes Path-Understanding Fruit in his hand and said, "This fruit … Can you give it to me?"
Bu Fang seriously gazed at Ji Chengxue. He believed that the latter would not say no.
This Path-Understanding Fruit was very precious. However, Bu Fang had once used the Phoenix Blood Herb to save Ji Chengxue. The value of the Phoenix Blood Herb was not any less than the Path-Understanding Fruit. Furthermore … Ji Chengxue would probably not ask for it back even if he treated it as a life-saving favor.
Emperor Changfeng was already in hibernation and King Yu was also punished by Emperor Changfeng. The crown prince had lost his power and Ji Chengxue had the emperor's posthumous edict with him. Now, he was definitely the person who would ascend to the throne. In other words, Ji Chengxue was already confirmed to be the new emperor of the Light Wind Empire.
"Giving it to Owner Bu … is not a problem!" Ji Chengxue solemnly said to Bu Fang. Then, Bu Fang joyfully nodded his head and patted Ji Chengxue's shoulder. "As expected, I didn't save you for nothing …"
Emperor Changfeng's coffin was once again closed. The eight naked Battle-Kings once again carried the coffin and walked out of the majestic Gate of Heavenly Mystery along the main road of the Gate of Heavenly Mystery.
Stepping onto the imperial city's long street, the citizens were all standing on both sides of the street and silently looking at the simple bronze coffin. Their silence was filled with mourning and respect.
Emperor Changfeng, an emperor throughout the ages, was indeed worthy of everyone's respect.
The snow that filled the sky seemed to have turned into withered petals that fluttered in the air. It was as if they were accompanying the elegy of a court musician, playing a heavy movement.
The funeral procession traveled far and wide. Both sides of the street were lined with people. Some had red and swollen eyes, while others knelt in the cold weather to send them off …
One could not help but sigh at this scene.
Ji Chengxue's gaze was resolute. Every action of the people tugged at his heart, causing him to be greatly shaken. It turned out that the serious and dignified father in his eyes was actually loved and respected by so many people. This was what a monarch was, this was what an Empire's Emperor was like.
He … also wanted to be such an emperor!
…
Bu Fang returned to the store and collapsed onto a chair. He did not want to move at all. Activating the Double Calamity Dragon Head Array had completely exhausted the true energy within his dantian. It was as if he had starved for three days and three nights.
However, even though he had suffered so much, Bu Fang was still very satisfied. It was not because of anything else but because he had obtained the Three Stripes Path-Understanding Fruit!
That was a seventh grade spirit fruit, a priceless treasure. It was the main ingredient of the fine wine he was about to brew.
As he took out the Path-Understanding Fruit, a rich fragrance filled the air. There were three cloud patterns on it that resembled floating white clouds, swaying in Bu Fang's eyes. The cloud patterns seemed to be emitting a strange fragrance. Once the fragrance entered his nostrils, it made Bu Fang feel that the dried up energy vortex within his body suddenly sped up.
It was said that the Path-Understanding Fruit had a high chance of allowing a sixth grade Battle-Emperor to obtain the opportunity to advance to seventh grade Battle-Saint. That was why it was so precious.
Dragging his exhausted body up, Bu Fang went to the kitchen. He opened the cupboard and placed the remaining half of the Phoenix Blood Herb from the system's dimensional storage into the cupboard. He also placed the Three Stripes Path-Understanding Fruit beside the Phoenix Blood Herb.
This cupboard was provided by the system. It had excellent fresh-keeping properties and could also prevent spirit energy from escaping. It was very suitable for storing these spirit herbs.
After stretching his body, Bu Fang washed his palms. After washing away the dirt and grime, he rolled up his sleeves and began to prepare to cook.
The spirit energy within his body had been exhausted. It was as if he had been starving for a long time. If he did not cook something to fill his stomach, he felt that he would definitely not be able to get out of bed the next day.
He lit the fire and turned on the stove. Even though Bu Fang was exhausted, when it came to culinary skills, he became meticulous. His movements were smooth and fluid, and he completed all the preparation tasks like moving clouds and flowing water.
The melodious and rhythmic sound of stir-frying echoed in the kitchen. Not long after, a rich fragrance wafted out from the kitchen, causing one's mouth to involuntarily salivate and their stomach to rumble.
Soon, a plate of steaming hot Egg-Fried Rice that seemed to have been poured with golden juice was placed on the table.
Bu Fang wiped away the water stains on his hands and sat on the stool. He let out a long breath and looked at the exquisite Egg-Fried Rice in front of him that was like a work of art. His face was filled with satisfaction and satisfaction. Delicacies were meant to make people happy, and being able to cook delicacies that could make people happy was an even more blissful thing.
After Bu Fang was intoxicated, he impatiently began to eat. Using a blue and white porcelain spoon, he scooped up a spoonful of Egg-Fried Rice. When the egg liquid was pulled out, it was like a silk thread. The rich fragrance of the egg mixed with the fragrance of the rice burst forth like a bomb and instantly enveloped Bu Fang's nose.
"No matter how many times I eat this Egg-Fried Rice, I will never get tired of it." Bu Fang sighed in his heart.
A plate of Egg-Fried Rice was nothing to the hungry Bu Fang. After he finished eating, Bu Fang felt warm all over and there seemed to be true energy circulating within his lower abdomen. The dried-up true energy vortex also began to flourish after digesting the spirit energy from the Egg-Fried Rice.
"I've finally recovered." The corners of Bu Fang's mouth twitched. Then, he cleaned up the dishes and returned to the second floor of the kitchen. After taking a bath, he happily crawled into bed and began to sleep.
At this moment, night had already fallen. Two crescent moons hung in the night sky, resonating with each other and sprinkling down a cold moonlight.
...
Emperor Changfeng was buried. The new emperor, Ji Chengxue, guarded the mausoleum for three days before finally returning to the imperial court. King Yu, Ji Chengyu, was stripped of his royal status and his cultivation was sealed. He was ordered to guard the imperial mausoleum for three years and was not allowed to leave.
Ji Chengyu went from high-spirited and vigorous to downtrodden in an instant. People could not help but sigh.
After Ji Chengxue ascended to the throne, the crown prince, Ji Chengan, was given the title of Unfettered King. He was not allowed to control the military nor was he allowed to meddle in the affairs of the imperial court. Perhaps, this was the best ending for Ji Chengan.
After the new emperor ascended to the throne, the Light Wind Empire was in full swing. In the days following Emperor Changfeng's death, the entire imperial court seemed to have fallen into chaos and paralysis.
Chief eunuch Lian Fu did not return to the imperial city. Instead, he stayed in the imperial mausoleum and continued to guard Emperor Changfeng's mausoleum. According to Lian Fu's wish, he wanted to guard the mausoleum for the rest of his life until his life dried up.
This determination made Ji Chengxue fall into silence and respect. That was why he did not summon Lian Fu back.
For Ji Chengxue, the biggest inconvenience of becoming the emperor was that he could not go to Owner Bu's store every day to drink and eat meat. He could not even drink his favorite Red Braised Pork and Ice Heart Jade Urn Wine because he had to deal with a thick stack of government affairs and did not have the time to leave the imperial palace.
Furthermore, only the Oyster Pancake could be taken out of Bu Fang's store. The other dishes could not be taken out. Eating the Oyster Pancake every day … would cause one's internal heat. That was why Ji Chengxue craved it.
Time passed by. Under the efforts of Ji Chengxue and the many ministers, the Light Wind Empire finally recovered. Some order was restored and everything was in order.
Everything was a scene of prosperity.
In the days of heavy snow, the Spring Festival of the Light Wind Empire … was quietly approaching.
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