"What condition? Tell me," Shen Lang said.
Sect Leader Ren asked, "What did you rely on to defeat and kill Ying Wuming? It's definitely not your own martial arts, right? Perhaps it's some kind of ancient weapon? "
Shen Lang said, "As wise as you are."
Stupa Mountain Sect Leader Ren said, "Then what exactly is it that has such power?"
As he said this, Sect Leader Ren's gaze fell on the Dragon Sword in Shen Lang's hand.
Shen Lang raised the Dragon Sword in his hand and said, "That's right, it's this thing that I named the Dragon Sword. In the ancient plaza, I once thought that the sword in the stone coffin was the Dragon Sword, but it turned out that it wasn't. Didn't I disappear into the stone coffin afterward? "
Stupa Mountain Sect Leader Ren said, "Yes, that scene is still fresh in my memory."
Shen Lang said, "After that, I traveled to another very mysterious place. That place should be the real ancient tomb, and I obtained this sword there, which is the real Dragon Sword."
Then, he looked at Sect Leader Ren and said, "Why don't I perform for you?"
Sect Leader Ren said, "Sure."
Then, he instinctively gathered all of his inner energy. As long as Shen Lang attacked him, he would immediately float away.
Shen Lang hesitated for a moment. Should he attack Sect Leader Ren directly?
But he quickly gave up because the other party was already prepared, and it was too difficult to hit him directly.
"Energy vortex, activate ~!" Shen Lang's mind moved.
In an instant, an energy vortex burst forth.
Everything in its path was reduced to dust. Whether it was the furniture, the walls, or even the rockery outside, they were all reduced to ashes.
Stupa Mountain Sect Leader Ren was completely stunned. This Dragon Sword was really powerful, and it was completely unblockable.
After a long time, Stupa Mountain Sect Leader Ren said, "Shen Lang, if you want to become the son-in-law of Stupa Mountain and marry Ren Yingying, I only have one condition. Take this Dragon Sword as a betrothal gift. How about it?"
As soon as these words came out, the expressions of everyone around Shen Lang changed.
Sect Leader Ren, aren't you being too greedy? Not only is the Dragon Sword the lifeblood of Emperor Shen Lang, but it is also the lifeblood of the Great Qian Empire. You actually want to snatch it away?
Sect Master Ren said, "Shenlang, you are not marrying my daughter alone. The key is to obtain the support of my Stupa Mountain. You should know the weight of this."
Shen Lang looked at the Dragon's Sword in his hand. Without it, Shen Lang would lose all his offensive capabilities.
Shen Lang asked, "Sect Leader Ren, now that Ying Wuming is dead, why are you still hanging on to the New Qian Kingdom? I believe that your rationality knows that I am the best son-in-law for you. Only I can cure your daughter, Ren Yingying, and help her get married and have children. That's right, I killed many people from Stupa Mountain and destroyed a large portion of the ancient ruins in the Southern Sea. However, the benefits I will bring will far exceed your losses. We are obviously a match made in heaven. Why do you still have to mention betrothal gifts? Can't you marry your daughter off without a betrothal gift? Are you marrying off your daughter or selling her? "
Sect Master Ren said, "Don't all men in this world give betrothal gifts when they marry their wives? It's very normal. "
Shen Lang said, "In that case, I am willing to offer one million gold coins as a betrothal gift."
Sect Master Ren waved his hand and said, "I only want your Dragon's Sword. You can decide what to do with it. Do you want my entire Stupa Mountain or a Dragon's Sword that you can only use a few times in your life? "
Shen Lang closed his eyes and pondered, as if he was making a difficult decision.
… …
At the same time, over at the Qian Imperial Palace, Prince Lian of the Great Yan Empire was extremely nervous. He was really worried that Ying Guang would turn hostile.
This was Little Jiang Li, who had just lost his son. His martial arts were shockingly powerful. If he turned hostile and started a massacre, it would be frightening.
"Prince Ying, you aren't planning to defy the imperial edict, are you?" Prince Lian asked again.
Ying Guang said, "Prince Lian, what's the point of doing this in Yan Capital?"
Prince Lian said, "What do you mean by that, Prince Ying?"
Ying Guang said, "Why? Continue supporting Shen Lang and reap the spoils from the sidelines? That's not necessary. Your Great Yan Empire is so powerful. There's no need to do this. What is His Majesty thinking? "
Prince Lian felt helpless. 'I don't know either. How would I know what His Majesty is thinking and what he wants to do?'
Ying Guang said, "He wants to use Shen Lang to destroy me and Stupa Mountain? "Shen Lang is cunning and good at using tricks. He's good at leveraging others' strength. "However, if he wants to destroy Stupa Mountain and the New Qian Kingdom, he needs a real army. "Have you ever seen an emperor personally fighting a war to destroy a country? "How many times has Shen Lang put himself in danger? How many more times can he do it? "Is he going to destroy the entire New Qian Kingdom by himself?"
Prince Lian smiled and said, "Prince Ying, we've gone off topic."
Then, he stopped smiling and said, "However, the Flame Capital's decree is here. Are you going to obey it or go against it? "Or go on a killing spree? Everything will follow your will."
"Go on a killing spree?" Ying Guang said, "Kill who? Kill you? Kill Shen Lang? All the countries and the representatives of the six transcendent forces are in Qian Capital. Who can I kill? "
Prince Lian said, "The previous decree clearly states that whoever wins will become the ruler of Great Qian. Moreover, it has been announced to the world. We have to give the world an explanation. We can't go back on our words. We can't let others think that the Ying family can't afford to lose."
Ying Guang nodded and said, "I accept the decree."
Prince Lian said, "Prince Ying Guang, are you sure you want to accept the decree? You will have to abdicate the throne immediately after you accept the decree. "
Ying Guang said, "I understand. I accept the decree."
Prince Lian said, "All the countries' envoys and the representatives of the six transcendent forces are still here. If you accept the decree, we will set a date for the ceremony."
Ying Guang said, "What ceremony?"
Prince Lian said, "Of course it's your abdication ceremony."
Ying Guang said, "You mean you want me to return the throne of Great Qian to Shen Lang?"
Prince Lian said, "Yes."
Ying Guang said, "Moreover, you want me to return the entire Qian Capital and even the entire New Qian Kingdom to Shen Lang?"
Prince Lian said, "Strictly speaking, yes."
Ying Guang suddenly burst into laughter. After that, he didn't say anything else. Instead, he walked to the coffin and gently patted the lid. He said slowly, "Alright then. My abdication ceremony and the succession ceremony of Great Qian's throne shall be held five days later."
Prince Lian said, "Why five days?"
Ying Guang said, "Because my son Ying Wuming's funeral will be held in four days."
… …
In Duke Lin's Residence, Shen Lang was still making a difficult decision while Sect Leader Ren was waiting quietly.
After about fifteen minutes, Shen Lang said, "Alright, I agree."
As soon as he said this, the people around him gasped.
"Your Majesty, you mustn't."
Even Chou Yao 'er looked at Shen Lang with a look of disapproval.
"Your Majesty, how important is the Dragon Sword? How can we hand it over to someone else? Our Great Qian Empire doesn't need Stupa Mountain to achieve our goal of having no enemies. There's no need for you to make such a sacrifice. "
Shen Lang waved his hand, and everyone quietened down.
Shen Lang said, "However, Sect Leader Ren, I have a request."
Stupa Mountain Sect Leader Ren said, "Please speak."
Shen Lang said, "We can't make an agreement in secret like this. We have to carry out the marriage openly. While the Great Yan Empire, the other kingdoms, and the ambassadors of the six transcendent forces are still here, we'll conduct the marriage in front of everyone. We'll accept the betrothal in front of everyone. "
Stupa Mountain Sect Leader Ren's face twitched slightly.
What did this mean?
It meant that he, Sect Leader Ren, had betrayed Ying Guang. Stupa Mountain's daughter was fickle. Ying Wuming had just died, and she couldn't wait to find another family.
This also meant that the alliance between Stupa Mountain and the New Qian Empire had officially fallen apart. Stupa Mountain was going to collude with Shen Lang.
Of course, this was a fatal blow to Ying Guang.
Stupa Mountain Sect Leader Ren said coldly, "How will the world see me if I do this? First, we'll secretly get engaged, then slowly reveal the truth. Since the marriage is already a fact, why should we show it to the world? If we carry out the marriage openly, won't I be a despicable and shameless person in the eyes of the world? Moreover, Brother Ying Guang has just lost his heir. If I do such a thing, won't I appear to be heartless? "
Shen Lang said, "Sect Leader Ren, Ying Guang was unjust first."
Stupa Mountain Sect Leader Ren said, "Are you talking about the secret underground base in Huanlu City? That matter is over, and I've already forgiven him. "
Shen Lang said, "No, it's the dragon egg!"
Hearing this, Sect Leader Ren's face trembled. He seemed to have lost all his senses.
Dragon egg? What dragon egg?
Shen Lang said, "Do you still remember the comet that hit Dingyuan City? It left behind the deepest and narrowest crater. It was empty except for … a dragon egg. The other craters contained countless dragon crystals and mystic metals. Only the last crater contained a dragon egg. This dragon egg was taken away by Ying Wuming and is now in Ying Guang's hands. The Ying Clan never told you about this, did they? "
Immediately, Stupa Mountain's Sect Master Ren held his breath as explosive sounds rang out from within his body.
Dragons were just legends in this world. No one had ever seen one before.
However, that comet was called the Fire Dragon Comet.
This world's ultimate weapon was called the Dragon's Regret.
Moreover, it was said that the Great Yan Empire could rule the world and even control the six transcendent forces because a dragon was hidden in the Taboo Tower.
It was even said that this dragon came to this world a thousand years ago. That was when the Fire Dragon Comet appeared for the first time, and the first meteor shower. Not long after, the Great Yan Empire rose to power.
Hence, the dragon became the totem of the Great Yan Empire and its guardian divine beast.
Mastering the dragon represented destiny. It meant that one could become the true dragon and son of heaven.
If Ying Guang really obtained a dragon egg behind Sect Leader Ren's back, it would be the biggest lie. The mutual trust between the two sides would be completely gone.
According to Sect Leader Ren's will, his daughter and Ying Wuming's son would not only become the master of Stupa Mountain, but also the ruler of the New Qian Empire.
Now, Ying Guang had secretly hidden the dragon egg? What did this mean? He must be up to something.
When this dragon hatched in the future, what would the Ying Clan do? When this dragon became stronger, what would the Ying Clan do?
Of course, they would kick the Ren Clan of Stupa Mountain away and swallow up the foundation of Stupa Mountain.
When the Ying Clan and Stupa Mountain merged, they made it clear that both sides must share all strategic secrets, strategic resources, and strategic bases without reservation.
Now, you're even hiding a strategic item like the dragon egg. What are you trying to do?
"Farewell!" Sect Leader Ren of Stupa Mountain left without another word.
After leaving Duke Lin's Mansion, Sect Leader Ren entered the New Qian Imperial Palace. He didn't seem angry, but he exuded a cold aura that struck fear in others.
After Sect Leader Ren entered the main hall, the door was tightly shut. No one was allowed to approach. Hence, no one knew what he and Ying Guang talked about. However, Sect Leader Ren only left after four hours.
After leaving the Qian Imperial Palace, Sect Leader Ren was still expressionless. However, some observant people noticed that a piece of black cloth had been removed from his sleeve.
… …
That night, Sect Leader Ren went to Duke Lin's Mansion to see Shen Lang again.
However, this time, he only stayed for less than three minutes before saying, "Alright, we'll do as you say.
"Alright, we'll do as you say. Go and find a matchmaker. Let's have a formal marriage. Accept the betrothal in front of everyone."
After he finished speaking, Sect Leader Ren left immediately. He didn't look happy at all.
… …
The next day, two days before Ying Wuming's funeral, Shen Lang once again secretly visited Prince Lian of the Great Yan Empire.
"Prince Lian, should I address you as Uncle?" Shen Lang asked, "Is my grandmother also your aunt?"
Prince Lian's eyebrows twitched. 'Is Shen Lang calling me Uncle?' He immediately felt that something bad was about to happen.
"I need your help with something," Shen Lang said cautiously.
"Speak," Prince Lian said.
Shen Lang said, "I'd like you to be a matchmaker."
Prince Lian said, "Aren't you married? Your first wife, Jin Mulan. "
Shen Lang said, "No, no, no. I'm the son-in-law of the Kim family. That's why Jin Mulan is Shen Lang's only wife. However, Jiang Lang doesn't have a first wife. "
'Huh?!'
Prince Lian was stunned. 'You … Aren't you a little too shameless?
You want to be the ruler of the Great Qian Empire and the ruler of the world with your current appearance? '
Prince Lian asked, "Who do you want to marry?"
Shen Lang said, "The princess of Stupa Mountain, Ren Yingying."
Prince Lian was taken aback. "There's no one named Ren Yingying on Stupa Mountain."
Shen Lang said, "I don't know what her previous name was, but she'll be called Ren Yingying from now on. Moreover, her mother is Princess Ji, the younger sister of the current emperor. She was once my father, Jiang Li's fiancée. Ren Yingying was personally conferred the title of Princess by Great Yan's emperor. "
Prince Lian was speechless.
'Can't you two curb your shamelessness a little? Ying Wuming has just died and hasn't even been buried yet. His corpse has yet to turn cold, and you want me to be your matchmaker?
This isn't as simple as marrying off my daughter. Does this mean that Stupa Mountain has changed its strategy? Are they abandoning the Ying family and choosing a marriage alliance with Shen Lang?
This is an earth-shattering event. How can it be so simple?
Moreover, what will happen if Stupa Mountain forms an alliance with Shen Lang through marriage? Shen Lang will instantly become powerful. What will happen if the massive ancient relic falls into Shen Lang's hands? He dared not imagine. Will this be detrimental to the Empire of Great Yan?
This matter is too serious. It has completely exceeded Prince Lian's authority.
However, he had no choice but to do it. He cursed inwardly, 'Shen Lang, can't you be a little more obedient? I've just been on the move for a few days and nights, flying from Qian Capital to Yan Capital, and then back again. Now, you want me to fly back to Yan Capital?
Flying at such a high altitude is not comfortable at all. If not for Prince Lian's superior martial arts and his ancient equipment, he would not have been able to withstand it.
"Just you wait …" Prince Lian said angrily, "I'll go ask Sect Leader Ren, then report back to Yan Capital. You can continue to seek your own death. Are you afraid that Ying Guang isn't angry enough? Are you afraid that he won't start a massacre?"
Next, Prince Lian angrily went to look for Sect Leader Ren.
When he discovered that it was true, he once again mounted the ancient vulture helplessly. The snow eagle was too slow, and he was worried that he would not be able to make it back in time for Ying Wuming's funeral.
Prince Lian did not even have time to rest. He once again took to the skies and returned to Yan Capital. At this rate, he was going to develop a phobia of flying.
… …
The ancient vulture was twice as fast. In less than ten hours, Prince Lian once again landed in the Empire of Great Yan's palace.
When the Crown Prince of Great Yan saw him, he could not help but be shocked.
'Prince Lian, we just met not too long ago. Are you still here?'
Prince Lian's eye sockets were dark, and his face was pale. He took a deep breath. Yan Capital was located in the north, and the weather was relatively cold. Moreover, it was only March. Moreover, the ancient vulture frequently flew tens of thousands of meters in the air. Even though he was wearing ancient armor, he was still freezing.
"Your Highness, there's something that I can't decide. Please enlighten me, Your Highness," Prince Lian said.
"Speak," the Crown Prince of Great Yan said.
Prince Lian said, "Shenlang wishes to marry the Princess of Stupa Mountain. He's asking me to be his matchmaker. They intend to hold the betrothal ceremony the day after Ying Wuming's burial. Then, they'll announce the marriage to the world. "
'Huh?!'
The Crown Prince of Great Yan was speechless. This was not just rubbing salt in Ying Guang's wounds. This was practically tearing the wound open and roasting it with fire. Were these two really that aggressive?
Prince Lian said, "In my opinion, Shenlang may seem weak on the surface, but if he gains the full support of Stupa Mountain, everything will change. He'll be too big to deal with, and he'll bring us trouble in the future."
The Crown Prince of Great Yan did not say anything. He continued playing with the chess piece in his hand.
'This world is indeed full of surprises. You want to direct a show, but the development of the show often deviates from the original script.
'Interesting, very interesting.'
Prince Lian said, "Moreover, the alliance between Ying Guang and Stupa Mountain took decades to form. Are you telling me that it'll fall apart in just one or two years because of Shenlang?"
The Crown Prince of Great Yan still did not say anything.
Prince Lian said, "That's why I don't think it's appropriate, very appropriate!"
The Crown Prince said, "Speaking of which, Shenlang is my younger cousin, and the Princess of Stupa Mountain is my younger cousin. To a certain extent, the two of them are a match made in heaven. The Ren Clan was one of the Twelve Kings conferred by the Ji Clan in the Ancient Era. Although they are not as noble as the Jiang Clan, Shenlang is now a fallen phoenix. The Ren Clan is barely worthy of the Jiang Clan. "
Prince Lian said, "But Your Highness, this …"
The Crown Prince said, "I heard that Shenlang and the Princess of Stupa Mountain are in love. Why should we be the bad guys and forcefully break up this pair of lovebirds? We'd rather tear down ten temples than ruin a marriage. We want to make someone else's good fortune come true. "
'Huh?'
Prince Lian said, "Then, shall I agree to be the matchmaker?"
The Crown Prince said, "You alone won't be enough. Bring Pavilion Master Zuo Ci along. He's important enough. If the two of you act as matchmakers, it'll show how important this marriage is."
Prince Lian's scalp went numb. 'What's going on? What is the Crown Prince trying to do? '
"Alright, you may go," the Crown Prince said.
"Yes, Your Majesty." Prince Lian left the palace once again. He did not even take a sip of tea. Once again, he rode on an ancient vulture and flew back to Qian Capital.
'Who loves flying? Step forward and I'll let you try flying for a few days and nights. '
… …
After Prince Lian landed in Qian Capital, he immediately sought out Sky-sea Pavilion's Pavilion Master Zuo Ci.
"What? The two of us will be the matchmakers and propose to Sect Leader Ren on behalf of Shenlang?" Pavilion Master Zuo Ci asked.
Prince Lian bowed and said, "Thank you, Pavilion Master Zuo Ci. This is also the Yan Capital's wish."
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci narrowed his eyes and said slowly, "Prince Lian, don't go overboard. Be careful that you don't clean up the mess."
Prince Lian said, "Everything is under control."
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "I'm very busy in the west. If I'm the matchmaker, will I have to attend the engagement ceremony as well?"
Prince Lian said, "That should be the case."
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci said, "I don't think I have enough time."
Prince Lian said, "According to the agreement, the engagement ceremony between Shenlang and Princess Stupa Mountain should be held the day after tomorrow."
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci's eyes twitched.
'The day after tomorrow? That's the day Ying Wuming was buried and Ying Guang abdicated?
'Are you crazy? Are you all crazy?
'Are you afraid that Ying Guang won't be enraged and start a massacre on this day?'
Prince Lian said calmly, "Of course, Pavilion Master Zuo Ci can refuse."
Pavilion Master Zuo Ci sneered and said, "I've already left the State of Yue and no longer care about Great Yan's affairs. Why can't I, an outsider, do something? I'm just afraid that you'll burn yourselves by playing with fire. "
Prince Lian said, "In that case, please!"
… …
Prince Lian and Pavilion Master Zuo Ci went to Duke Lin's Mansion to meet Shenlang again to confirm his engagement with Princess Stupa Mountain.
"Sir Shenlang, are you sure you want to hold the engagement ceremony the day after tomorrow?" Prince Lian said, "Not only is it the day after Ying Wuming's burial, but it's also the day Ying Guang abdicates. Are you sure you want to hold the engagement ceremony on this day?"
Shenlang replied, "Of course."
Prince Lian said, "Are you sure you want to use your so-called Dragon Sword as a betrothal gift?"
Shenlang replied, "Yes."
Prince Lian said, "However, Ying Guang's abdication ceremony requires your presence. He needs to hand over the Great Qian Dynasty's imperial seal, crown, and royal register to you. You're the only king of the Great Qian Dynasty."
Shenlang said, "In that case, we'll hold our engagement ceremony in another palace in Qian Capital. I'll be wearing a red wedding robe to attend Ying Guang's abdication ceremony as soon as I'm engaged. I'll receive the Great Qian Dynasty's imperial seal, credential, royal register, Great Qian dragon robe, and crown."
'Huh?!'
'I can't believe you came up with this.
How did someone like you manage to survive until now? Shouldn't you have been beaten to death a long time ago?
You're going to steal someone else's wife and throne from someone else's palace? Isn't this equivalent to having an affair with someone else's wife in front of them? You even want them to applaud you?
A person like you should have been chopped into pieces a long time ago.
"Why? Can't I? "Shenlang asked.
Prince Lian sneered. "Whatever you say. In any case, you're the one who'll be crushed to pieces in the end."
Shenlang said, "Then I'll have to trouble you two matchmakers."
After saying that, Shenlang waved his hand. Someone actually brought two plates of gold to Prince Lian and Zuo Ci as a reward for being the matchmakers.
The two of them gritted their teeth as they accepted the gold.
Shenlang said, "Prince Lian, please tell my father-in-law that Princess Ren Yingying must come to the engagement ceremony and hand her over to me. We'll hand over the betrothal gift, the Dragon Sword, and the bride. We'll also announce to the world that the Great Qian Dynasty's Sovereign, Jiang Lang, has a marriage alliance with Stupa Mountain."
"Alright, I'll pass on your message," Prince Lian said. Then, he and Pavilion Master Zuo Ci left the Duke Lin Residence and headed for Sect Leader Ren's residence.
… …
Sect Leader Ren was slightly surprised to see Prince Lian and Pavilion Master Zuo Ci. They actually called these two big shots to be the matchmakers? How much does Shenlang not trust me? Is he trying to make this marriage alliance known to the world?
Prince Lian said, "His Majesty Shenlang wants to hold the engagement ceremony the day after tomorrow."
Sect Leader Ren said, "But the day after tomorrow is Prince Ying Guang's abdication ceremony."
"That's right, what a coincidence." Prince Lian said, "His Majesty Shenlang wants me to pass on a message that during the engagement ceremony, Ren … Princess Yingying must be there to hand over the bride and hand over the betrothal gift."
Sect Leader Ren said, "Understood, I've already sent someone to pick up my daughter."
Prince Lian said, "We know that your daughter can't see the sun, so the engagement ceremony will be held before dawn. After the engagement ceremony, we will immediately arrange and attend Prince Ying Guang's abdication ceremony, as well as the Great Qian Dynasty's succession ceremony. "
Sect Leader Ren twitched and said, "Isn't Shenlang afraid of angering Ying Guang by doing this? Does he have no bottom line? "
Prince Lian said, "We're just matchmakers. We're just passing on Shenlang's words. As the bride's parent, you have the right to refuse."
Sect Leader Ren said, "No, I agree. The engagement ceremony will be held the day after tomorrow. We'll hand over the bride and the betrothal gift, and announce it to the world."
Prince Lian said, "If that's the case, then it's settled."
Sect Leader Ren said, "It's settled."
Prince Lian said, "It's almost dawn. Let's take the time to wash up and attend Ying Wuque's funeral!"
… …
This day was solemn and sorrowful!
All the countries, the Six Transcendental Forces, and countless citizens of China attended the funeral of the Crown Prince of the New Qian Kingdom, Ying Wuming.
At the funeral, Ying Wuming's son did not shed a single tear. Of course he had sons, and he had more than one, even though he and Princess Yingying were once engaged.
Ying Guang did not shed a single tear either.
The entire funeral was filled with a fearsome aura, like the calm before a volcano eruption.
Ying Guang's suppressed anger seemed to want to destroy everything.
During the whole process, no one dared to come within ten meters of him. He did not say a single word for the entire day.
In the evening, the funeral ended!
… …
29th of March!
This was a day destined to be recorded in history, because Ying Guang would abdicate today and hand over everything in the Qian Kingdom to Shenlang.
Three o 'clock in the morning!
Princess Yingying entered China. Because her body was transparent and she could not be exposed to sunlight, the engagement ceremony had to be held at night.
After the engagement ceremony, it was time for Ying Guang's abdication ceremony.
Under the auspices of Prince Lian and Pavilion Master Zuoci, the engagement ceremony between Shenlang and Princess Futu Mountain officially began!
… …
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