With a faint smile, Nian Bing said, "Elders, your Combined Attack Formation is truly strange. I've already tried my best to find a way to break through, but no matter what, I can't find a way. If you had used this formation during the test that day, I'm afraid I wouldn't have had the slightest chance."
The First Elder smiled and said, "Chief, there's no need to undervalue yourself. Our Combined Attack Formation was passed down by our ancestors, and is also the most precious treasure of our Blood Lion Cult. According to the rules, we can't use this Combined Attack Formation to test the new Chief. Furthermore, the first time we fought with the Chief, the various abilities he used were extremely strange. At that time, we might not have been able to use this Wild Blood Formation. "
Looking at the calm and composed Seven Elders, Nian Bing smiled and said, "The current situation has been going according to our plan. Yan Feng's reputation has already begun to rise."
The First Elder said, "According to the information we've received, the First Prince currently has a very large advantage on the surface. However, the strange thing is that the Fifth Prince has actually disappeared at this most crucial moment. This doesn't seem to make sense. According to the reports of the spies we've placed in the Fifth Prince's residence, the Fifth Prince has been very leisurely these days, and has not shown any signs of anxiety. There are only two possibilities for this situation. First, the Fifth Prince has already decided to give up on pursuing the throne. Second, even if he still has some trump card that he hasn't used yet, he's waiting for the best opportunity. “
"It seems impossible for him to give up the throne, so there's only the second possibility. Great Elder, we've already investigated the Fifth Prince thoroughly. What other powerful trump cards does he have?" Nian Bing was a little doubtful as well. From the information they'd received these past few days, the First Prince had not only accepted the Second Prince's supporters. At the same time, his own strength had also greatly increased because of the Second Prince's death. The pressure of public opinion from all sides was very unfavorable to the Fifth Prince. He really couldn't understand why the Fifth Prince, who was obsessed with the throne, had not made a move at such a crucial moment.
The Second Elder, who rarely spoke, said, "This isn't hard to guess. If the Fifth Prince still has some trump cards, then this trump card will definitely be enough to push him to the throne. We only need to think carefully about what he's relying on to smoothly ascend the throne. At this point. In the entire Ice Moon Empire, apart from the king, there seems to be only one person who can do it. "
"Priestess of the Snow Goddess." Nian Bing and the First Elder both thought of the person that the Second Elder was referring to. Their faces couldn't help but darken. That's right! The Ice Moon Empire still had powerful priests of the Ice Goddess. As long as she expressed her support for the Fifth Prince, even the King would not be able to raise any objections. The Ice Goddess Priestess had always been the protector of the Ice Moon Empire. She had stepped forward many times when the Ice Moon Empire was in danger and saved the day. Her position in the Ice Moon Empire was unshakable.
The Great Elder shook his head and said, "Based on my understanding of the Ice Goddess' priestess, the Ice Goddess' priestess will never be able to do anything. She would not interfere with the politics of the Ice Moon Empire, and she had never interacted with the princes. According to the information we received, the King of the Ice Moon Empire sent an envoy to the Ice God Tower to request an audience with the Ice Goddess Priestess. However, the Ice Goddess Priestess showed no signs of leaving the tower. Although our Blood Lion Cult is the largest underground power, we have tried many times to enter the Ice Moon Empire. I've also tried many times to enter the Ice God's tower, but I've never succeeded. Therefore, I don't know what's happening inside the Ice God's tower. "
Nian Bing's eyes flashed as she said, "First Elder, send more people to keep an eye on the Ice God Tower. If the Ice Goddess Priestess shows any signs of leaving the Ice God Tower, immediately report to me. The Ice Goddess Priestess' movements are the key to our operation this time. “
That day, Xue Po and Yan Feng returned from the palace with a very important piece of news to Nian Bing. As one of the three marshals of the empire, Xue Po had great influence in the military. Even the leader of the Royal Guards, who only listened to the King, had a good personal relationship with him. This time, he brought Yan Feng into the palace and asked Yan Tian Nan to arrange a marriage for Yan Feng. Although Yan Tian Nan was surprised, he did not stop them. He also did not think that Yan Feng could do much. He only secretly reminded Xue Po, hoping that he would not act rashly and make any decisions. Before leaving the palace, the leader of the Royal Guards said one word to Xue Po. It was a very simple word, "Five."
"Five. So, the King is really going to pass his position to the Fifth Prince Yan Yun. Our judgment was not wrong. If the Fifth Prince wants to inherit the throne, there is only one possibility. " Seeing that the situation was very important to Nian Bing, he smiled and nodded to Xue Po, "Marshal, it seems that we have to start the operation. Time is of the essence for us. "
Xue Po nodded, "Yes. Last time, so many friends came to congratulate my daughter on her engagement. No matter what, I have to pay them a visit. Yan Feng, come with me. " “
Yan Feng nodded and said, "Everything will be decided by father-in-law." The three of them looked at each other and smiled. Today was the day they would start their real operation.
Nian Bing changed into a snow-white magic robe that he had prepared beforehand. There was no symbol on the magic robe. He covered his head with the hood of the magic robe and followed Bing Yun's example. He put on a cotton gauze to cover his face. He left the Marshal's Residence from the side door.
Walking on the bustling streets of Frozen Moon, Nian Bing's heart was very calm. He looked towards the north. Ice Goddess Priest, it seems that we will meet soon. Can you really stop me from doing what I want to do? Nian Bing didn't walk very quickly. Although his appearance was a little strange, he didn't attract too much attention. His white magic robe was much more ordinary than his golden magic robe.
"Big Brother Nian Bing." Kitty's voice suddenly sounded. Nian Bing turned his head and saw Kitty and Bing Yun, who was wearing a blue robe, walking out from another street. Looking at the satisfied look on Kitty's face, it was obvious that she had just finished eating. Bing Yun saw Nian Bing's outfit and couldn't help but reveal a trace of surprise in her big eyes. Nian Bing smiled, "Kitty, you can still recognize me even when I'm dressed like this?"
Kitty giggled, "Although your clothes have changed, your aura won't change! Big Brother Nian Bing is so naughty. He hasn't been playing with Kitty recently. Kitty is going to be angry. " “
Nian Bing rubbed Kitty's head lovingly, "Big Brother has a lot of things to do recently. Isn't it the same with your Big Sister Bing Yun accompanying you? "
Kitty glanced at Bing Yun who had walked to her side, "Big Brother, what are you going to do dressed like this! Don't tell me you're going to do something bad. " Nian Bing smiled, "That's possible. However, what Big Brother is going to do is bad for some people, but good for others. Okay, remember to go back with your Big Sister Bing Yun. "
Bing Yun looked coldly at Nian Bing, "You've been here long enough. How much longer do you want me to wait?" Nian Bing looked deeply at Bing Yun, "Maybe not too long. Isn't your master coming to Ice Moon City? With her strength. Even if I don't want to, you can still catch me. "
Bing Yun shook her head, "I've already promised Kitty. As long as she's here, I won't catch you. I'll wait, but I hope it won't take too long. "With that, she pulled Kitty towards the direction of the inn.
Nian Bing stared blankly in the direction Bing Yun and the others had left. His eyes flashed, what did she mean? Promised Kitty? He felt a little strange, but Bing Yun's words didn't disrupt his plan. What he had decided to do, he still had to do. Thinking of this, he quickened his pace and walked towards his destination.
First Prince's residence.
"Congratulations, Your Highness. Now, even the leader of Ice Moon City's Guardian Legion, Nusar, has already expressed his allegiance to you. Other than the Imperial Palace, the entire Ice Moon City is already under your control." A skinny man stood beside the First Prince and complimented him. This person was the First Prince's most trusted wise man, Huai Xiao. Yan Ji liked to call him Evil Smile. Although Huai Xiao wasn't very outstanding, he would often come up with some strange ideas for the First Prince and was deeply trusted by the First Prince. Today, the First Prince, Yan Ji, had been fighting for the leader of Ice Moon City's guards. He was finally moved by the two top-grade virgins he sent and secretly pledged his loyalty to him. That was 50,000 soldiers! Although it wasn't enough to completely control the situation in Ice Moon City, with his support, the First Prince's reputation instantly rose to a new level.
Hearing Huai Xiao's words, Yan Ji couldn't help but reveal a trace of pride. Due to Fifth Prince Yan Yun's forbearance, his power had now grown to the greatest extent, and the day of him inheriting the throne was just around the corner.
"Your Highness, there's a sorcerer wearing a white sorcerer's robe outside. He's covered his face so that no one can see him." “
Yan Bao frowned slightly and said, "A strange person came? Could he be sent by Yan Yun? At this time, we must be careful. I won't see him. " Just as the guard was about to leave, he was stopped by Huai Xiao, "Did this person say he wanted to pass on a message?"
The guard said, "He said he came on behalf of Marshal Xue Po, and the message can only be passed on to Your Highness."
Yan Ji was shocked, "Bastard, why didn't you say earlier that he came on behalf of Marshal Xue Po? Quickly invite him in." Xue Po had always been one of the few people he wanted to fight for the most. Even if the person outside was an imposter, he definitely couldn't take the risk. On important matters, Yan Ji had always been very opinionated. As he instructed his subordinates, he gave Huai Xiao a look, and Huai Xiao immediately understood and left.
After a while, under the guard's lead, Nian Bing, who was wearing a white sorcerer's robe, came to the living room of the First Prince's residence. The guard left, and at this moment, there was only Nian Bing in the living room.
Nian Bing casually looked around and couldn't help but be surprised. The First Prince's residence wasn't as luxurious as she had imagined. Instead, it was very simple and there weren't any extravagant decorations.
Nian Bing's heart skipped a beat, and she turned around to look. She saw a tall man walking in from outside. This person was wearing a bright yellow warrior's robe, and he looked quite handsome. His appearance was similar to the Yan brothers, Yan Feng and Yan Yun. Without asking, Nian Bing knew that this person was the Ice Moon Empire's First Prince, Yan Ji. He looked deeply at Yan Ji, but didn't say anything. He found that this First Prince was very calm. Although he wasn't as friendly as the Fifth Prince, Yan Yun, he had a noble aura. Especially his eyes, which looked abnormally deep. Yan Ji saw that Nian Bing didn't bow to him, and he couldn't help but look at this person in front of him in surprise. The tall and straight Nian Bing was about the same height as him. His shoulders were broad, and his slender body stood in the room. It seemed that there was a layer of air covering him, which made Yan Ji unable to feel anything. It turned out that after being inspired by Kitty, Nian Bing used the Innate Qi to protect herself, and covered most of her aura. Although Yan Ji wasn't weak, he couldn't see through this layer of Innate Qi.
"You are here on behalf of Marshal Xue?" The First Prince walked to Nian Bing and stopped about ten feet away. Nian Bing smiled faintly and said, "That's right." "In that case, you should know the current situation of Ice Moon City. The situation is so tense, I have to be careful. May I ask, how can you prove your identity?"
A silver light flashed in Nian Bing's hand, and a diamond-shaped plate appeared in his palm. "I think, this Soul Devourer Plate should be able to prove my identity." As he spoke, he threw the plate over.
The First Prince caught it, looked at the eye-catching skull symbol on the plate, and then looked at the gem embedded on the back of the plate. He said, "That's right, this is Marshal Xue's Soul Devourer Plate. In that case, you can tell me your purpose of coming. I heard from my subordinates that you came to pass a message. "
Nian Bing said, "I am a guest of Marshal Xue's residence. When it's time to speak, I will speak. However, Your Highness doesn't seem to be sincere in listening to me." Yan Ji said, "Why do you say so?" After confirming Nian Bing's identity, his words became more polite.
Nian Bing looked at Yan Ji calmly and said, "If Your Highness is sincere, there wouldn't be four Swordsman level masters hiding in this study."
Yan Ji was shocked. Indeed, there were four of his most important guests in the dark room around the study. He spent a lot of effort to invite these four Swordsman level masters. They were also one of the most important factors in the fight for the throne between him and Yan Yun. Yan Yun had two Swordsman protecting him, while he had four. His strength was the strongest among all the princes.
Seeing Yan Ji's shock, Nian Bing smiled and said, "I just want to prove to Your Highness that the guests of Marshal Xue's residence are not useless people." Nian Bing's Tian Yan Acupoint was used to detect the situation in the surroundings. Not to mention Swordsman, even if a God Tier master was here, Nian Bing would be able to sense it.
Yan Ji hesitated for a moment before saying, "Sir, you should know that my second brother was killed. Previously, I did not confirm Sir's identity, so I had to be on guard. Since Sir is here on behalf of Marshal Xue, there is no need to be on guard." He waved his hand, and the four hidden Martial Sages quietly left.
Nian Bing couldn't help but reveal a trace of approval in his eyes. This First Prince was indeed outstanding to be able to compete with the Fifth Prince Yan Yun for the throne. At the very least, he had displayed a magnanimous side to him. "I have overstepped my boundaries. However, the First Prince should know that the law is not to be passed on to others. So far, the Crown Prince has the upper hand in the fight for the throne. Not bad, right? "
Yan Ji smiled and said, "You can't say that. However, if I can get Marshal Xue's support, I am confident that I can win."
Nian Bing walked to a chair and sat down. She said calmly, "Your Highness, you don't have to be modest. At least on the surface, even without Marshal Xue's support, you are confident that you can win. However, have you thought about one thing? The Fifth Prince has been competing with you and the Second Prince for the throne. However, he has been keeping a low profile recently. It seems that he has given up. "
Yan Ji frowned and said, "He sent people to kill my second brother. I hope that he will stand up for me. My second brother and I are from the same mother. I must avenge him."
Nian Bing shook her head and said, "It's not that simple. As far as I know, His Majesty has always liked the Fifth Prince. If His Majesty gives an order to pursue this matter or to clarify the Fifth Prince's name, even if His Majesty wants to do something, it won't be a problem. However, it will be difficult for His Majesty to threaten the Fifth Prince. Although His Majesty is seriously ill, I think that the reason why he didn't do this is not because he is ill. "
Yan Ji was shocked. Everything had been going smoothly for him these days. He was indeed a little careless. When he suddenly heard Nian Bing's words, he couldn't help but have an ominous feeling in his heart. He hurriedly walked over to Nian Bing's side and sat down. He said, "I still need you to teach me."
Nian Bing smiled and said, "Your Highness is a smart person. I don't need to say much. The message I brought today only has six words."
Yan Ji asked, "Which six words?"
Nian Bing said word by word, "Ice — Snow — Goddess — Sacrifice — Sacrifice —"
With a boom, Yan Ji's mind seemed to explode a little. He immediately understood where the ominous feeling came from. Yes! How could he forget such an important person? He slammed the table and stood up again. He said angrily, "Damn it."
Nian Bing also stood up. "The message has been delivered. I should also leave. Your Highness, goodbye." After saying that, she turned and walked outside.
"Teacher, please wait." Yan Ji hurriedly stopped Nian Bing and rushed behind her. He said, "Teacher, you came to deliver a message to Yan Ji. How could you leave without eating? Yan Ji was really negligent. "
Nian Bing turned around and looked at Yan Ji with a smile. She said, "Your Highness, I know that you may still have some doubts in your heart and even doubt my sincerity. I am not in a hurry. However, time waits for no one. Once that person comes to Ice Moon City, I am afraid that it will be impossible to do anything. Please think carefully. Marshal Snow is also a smart person. He will never be willing to stand on the wrong side. "
Yan Ji understood the meaning of Nian Bing's words. "Teacher, what request does Marshal Snow have? As long as I can do it. I will definitely agree. "
Nian Bing smiled and said, "Actually, this isn't a big deal. It's a piece of cake for the First Highness. Originally, the Marshal did not want to express his opinion too early. However, something that has troubled him recently, so he has to act in advance. Perhaps you already know that your brother, the Seventh Prince, and Marshal Snow's only daughter, Miss Xue Yu, are about to marry. Regarding this matter, the Marshal is very helpless. However, the Seventh Prince is already his son-in-law. Therefore, he hopes that his son-in-law can be a proper person. At the same time, he also has to consider the future of his daughter and son-in-law. "
Yan Ji's heart relaxed. He nodded and said, "I can understand the Marshal's feelings. This matter is easy to handle. I will immediately mobilize people to clarify those rumors for Seventh Brother. I had already planned to do this. However, there were too many things to do and I did not have time. With your reminder, Yan Ji will definitely take care of this matter. If in the future, Yan Ji is fortunate enough to become … Seventh Brother is my blood brother. It is natural for him to be crowned as a king. "
Nian Bing smiled faintly and said, "Your Highness is indeed a straightforward person. I believe that you'll definitely become a great ruler. I will wait for your arrival at the Marshal's Residence. " With that, he walked out again. This time, Yan Ji did not stop Nian Bing. He walked him all the way to the entrance of the Marshal's Residence. He watched him walk towards the Marshal's Residence.
When he returned to the study, Huai Xiao was already waiting for him. Yan Ji said, "You have already heard our conversation. What do you think?" Although the four Swordsman had left, Huai Xiao remained hidden at the side. Nian Bing did not point it out and Yan Ji did not let Huai Xiao leave either.
Huai Xiao said, "There is no doubt that this person is from Marshal Snow Soul's side. I asked a few guests just now and they all said that they could see the depth of this person's strength. I did not expect that there would be such a guest in Marshal Snow Soul's Residence. We are also very clear about what happened to the Seventh Prince. At least on the surface, there are no flaws. However, I am very curious. What ability does Marshal Snow Soul have to contend against the Ice Goddess Priestess? However, Your Highness, to be honest, even if we know that this is a trap, we still have to dive in. Sigh, it's all my fault. I actually forgot about such an important person like the Ice Goddess Priestess. "
Yan Ji did not express his opinion and continued, "I want to hear your opinion on the Ice Goddess Priestess."
Huai Xiao thought for a moment and said, "The Ice Goddess Priestess is a supreme existence in our country. Especially in Ping's heart, she is the true guardian. Although she does not listen to the imperial family's orders, she will definitely not stand by and do nothing when our country is in danger. With her position as the Ice Goddess Priestess, she will definitely not be bribed by anyone. The succession of the throne is a big matter. I think that if His Majesty requests the Ice Goddess Priestess to acknowledge the Fifth Prince, she will probably refuse. At that time, the Fifth Prince will have the support of the entire Ice God Tower. No matter how many people we have, we cannot contend against a Divine Descent Master who can easily destroy a hundred thousand soldiers! There are so many magic experts in the Ice God Tower. The decision of the Ice Goddess Priestess can indeed affect the entire situation. "
Yan Ji nodded. "It seems that we have to prepare for the worst. Father, oh father, you are actually so biased. I am clearly your eldest son, but you just have to do this. Since you are so benevolent, don't blame me for being unjust. Help me contact Commander Nusa, I want to meet him. At the same time, prepare a generous gift for me. Tomorrow morning, I will personally make a trip to Marshal Xue's residence. " He had already thought about it carefully. With Yan Tiannan's attitude towards him, it was impossible for him to get the Ice Goddess Priestess to support him. During this period of time, there was naturally a reason why Yan Yun had been so patient. Although Nian Bing did not talk much with him, she had given him a reminder. He knew that he had to do something. Otherwise, once the Ice Goddess Priestess came to Ice Moon City, there would be no more chances, just like what Nian Bing had said.
Marshal Xue Po's residence. Nian Bing sat alone on the roof of her residence and looked up at the sky. It had been a whole month since she had arrived at Ice Moon City. It was rare for her to have so much free time. Usually, she would have already started cultivating at this time. Today, she did not know why she felt so irritated. She used wind magic to send herself to the roof and lay there, letting the cold wind blow against her body and enjoying the peaceful night.
Today's sky was very clear. There was not a single cloud in the night sky. The bright crescent moon on the ground outlined a perfect crescent moon. It looked so clean against the bright starlight.
The first person that Nian Bing thought of was Feng Nu. Her pink hair was like a flame, giving her a burning feeling. Every time she thought of her, Nian Bing's heart was filled with the urge to go and find her. Feng Nu, how are you now? Have you and godmother acknowledged each other? If godmother knows that you are her eldest daughter, she will definitely be very happy. Perhaps, you have already gone to the Feng people. We don't know when we will meet again. Just like how I can give up on my revenge, you can't give up on the Feng people either. After I finish my business, I will definitely go to Ao Lan City to find you.
After Feng Nu, Nian Bing thought of Long Ling. The deepest impression that Long Ling left on him was her gentle eyes. Those clear eyes always revealed a gentle light that calmed his heart. Although he had done so many things in Ice Moon City this time and he did not know if he could succeed in the end, Nian Bing did not regret it. Because everything he did was for Ling 'er. For Ling' er, what was the point of giving up so much? Ling 'er! I hope that I can always see your gentle smile, a smile that comes from the bottom of your heart!
The wind was cold. The night wind was even more bone-chilling than the day wind. Although Nian Bing did not deliberately resist it, the Sky's Eye Domain still emitted a faint layer of energy that protected his skin, preventing the cold from entering. His ice and fire magic could be considered to have reached the large success stage. He no longer had to worry about the possible conflict between ice and fire. This bit of cold did not pose any threat to him.
The cold feeling made Ling Nian Bing abnormally clear-headed. He slowly closed his eyes and focused his spiritual energy on the Sky's Eye Acupuncture Point. Through the Sky's Eye Acupuncture Point, he looked outside. The dark sky turned dark blue under the observation of the Sky's Eye Acupuncture Point, and the stars became exceptionally clear. Suddenly, Nian Bing's heart moved. Through the Sky's Eye Acupuncture Point, he actually saw that the starlight and moonlight produced a strong energy fluctuation. Every time the energy fluctuated, the starlight would slightly tremble. Looking at this strange scene, Nian Bing seemed to feel that everything around him was slightly trembling. Even the magical energy in his body was trembling. Every time it trembled, the Xiantian Qi in the air would flow into his body. Although it did not increase his magical energy, this strange and wonderful feeling made Ling Nian Bing's body feel incomparably comfortable. He did not deliberately do anything, but just maintained this subtle feeling. The Xiantian Qi that was flowing into his body did not need to be filtered by the energy in his body like before. It was very pure in itself. Silently, it merged into every inch of his meridians, and then combined with his magical energy. The magical elements in the air crazily rushed into Nian Bing's body. Like a magnet, Nian Bing's body absorbed these magical elements into his body. The magical elements that entered his body together with the Xiantian Qi had been completely purified. They did not need to be easily converted to be used by Nian Bing through cultivation. At this moment, the gray energy in Nian Bing's chest floated and scattered, spreading to every part of Nian Bing's body. Oscar's excited voice sounded, "Damn, boss, this works too?"
Through the soul, Nian Bing asked with some surprise, "Kaka, what's wrong? Did you discover something? The Xiantian Qi in the air today seems to be denser and purer than before. "
Oscar said excitedly, "Boss! This is no longer ordinary Xiantian Qi. This is Xiantian Qi that is mixed with the essence of heaven and earth! How did you do it? It's amazing. This Xiantian Qi is extremely beneficial to any practitioner. If I absorb more, maybe I can evolve in advance. So comfortable, so comfortable! It's really nice to share a body with you. "
Nian Bing recalled the words of the Earth Dragon King Fatso. All this time, he knew that opening his Tian Yan acupoint had completely changed his cultivation. But now, he truly understood why the Tian Yan acupoint was the most important of the seven acupoints in the human body. Opening it brought him more and more benefits, as if his body was constantly being transformed because of its opening. Fatso said that the Tian Yan acupoint was the spiritual acupoint of the seven acupoints. It did not increase one's strength, but it increased one's learning ability and adaptability. Only by constantly cultivating could the Tian Yan acupoint's effect be better. The Tian Yan acupoint itself was like a huge treasure. Only by constantly excavating it could one discover even more wonderful treasures.
Feeling the increase of the energy in his body and the changes in his body, Nian Bing's heart became calmer. He continued to look at the starry sky through the Tian Yan acupoint. Gradually, the Tian Yan acupoint became blurry. Nian Bing entered a wonderful state. It was as if his body had merged with the starry sky, as if his spirit had become a part of the starry sky. In the haze, he saw a vague figure in the starry sky. It seemed to be a figure formed by the starry sky. And on the chest of this figure was the crescent moon.
The radiance of the crescent moon changed faster and faster. It moved up and down continuously. Suddenly, in the process of moving, the crescent moon turned into a vertical white light. Then, it began to condense continuously. The condensed point was just below the chest.
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