The night wind blew gently, causing the large flag on top of the Imperial Palace to flutter in the wind.
A gentle breeze blew past, passing through the countless guards and entering the Royal Manor.
No one saw it, and no one could even feel it. What blew past just now was not wind, but a person, a human-shaped wind.
He Yiming was in an extremely good mood. It was as if Zhu Bajie had eaten a ginseng fruit. The wonderful feeling gushed out from the 38,000 pores on his body.
His movements were extremely nimble. It was as if he had turned into a gust of wind and floated into the heavily-guarded Royal Manor.
All of a sudden, he stopped in his tracks. There was a clean stone stool in a deserted corner.
Even in such a place, the stone benches were still clean and spotless. He Yiming sighed. The quality of the servants in the He Family Manor could not be compared to that of his colleagues in the Royal Manor.
He gently sat down on the stone bench, his two ears twitching slightly.
This time, his ears didn't expand in an exaggerated manner like before. Instead, they only trembled slightly, just like how an ordinary person's ears would stretch and contract when they were pulling their scalp.
When one first cultivated the clairaudient technique, one's ears would be stretched and lengthened by essential Qi. Only then could the effects be maximized.
However, after comprehending the true essence of the power of the wind, everything would return to its original state. Even if one channeled essential Qi to the ears, there would not be any special changes on the outside.
And this was the true pinnacle of this cultivation technique.
He Yiming's epiphany not only allowed him to achieve mastery through a comprehensive study of clouds and rain, but it also allowed him to obtain the true essence of the power of the wind. In terms of the achievement of this technique, he even surpassed Shui Xuanjin, who had been immersed in it for hundreds of years.
This was the effect of an epiphany that Innate Stage powerhouses yearned for even in their dreams.
A soft sound entered his ears. This was the sound of the wind, and also the sound of the air vibrating. No sound could escape his ears.
Soon, a rich and colorful virtual world appeared in his mind. He could hear and "see" everything that was happening in the Royal Manor.
The Xiantian expert, Cheng Fu, whom he had met at the Royal Banquet, was standing quietly in one of the courtyards. He raised his head and looked at the sky, as if he was looking at something.
His expression was unusually solemn, and his eyes were filled with bewilderment, as if there was a problem that was difficult to solve.
However, to He Yiming's relief, this Innate Master did not notice him. Even though she had already reflected his every move in her mind, he did not show any signs of noticing.
At this point, he finally understood why he didn't notice Shui Xuanjin peeking at Yuan Lixun when she was copying the secret manual. That was because the effects of the Clairaudient Technique were simply too powerful, to the point of being unimaginable. Of course, the Clairaudient Technique could only be used in this aspect. In an official battle, it did not have much practical value.
Suddenly, two people walked over side by side.
In the Royal Manor, the security was extremely tight. The only people who could get close to Master Cheng Fu so easily were naturally the people around him.
Although the two of them hadn't opened their mouths yet, He Yiming had already "heard" their faces from the sound of the air flowing.
They were the Third Prince, Zhan Zhichao, and the Fifth Princess, Zhan Zhiyan, from the Kairong Kingdom.
"Master Cheng …" A pleasant voice rang out from Zhan Zhiyan's mouth.
Cheng Fu finally retracted his gaze and looked at the beautiful face of the Fifth Princess. "Your Highness, is there anything I can help you with?"
Zhan Zhiyan bowed deeply to him and said, "Master Cheng, I heard from the guards that you have been standing here for the entire evening. You haven't even eaten dinner."
Cheng Fu smiled and said, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I'm fine."
The Zhan siblings looked at each other and Zhan Zhichao took a step forward. His attitude was much more respectful, as if he was a master.
"Master Cheng, were you comprehending the Dao just now?"
"No." Cheng Fu shook his head and said, "It's easier said than done to enter the state of Dao Comprehension." He sighed softly and suddenly raised his head and said, "Have you found out about that person's background?"
He Yiming was puzzled. Just as he was wondering who could make Cheng Fu so worried, Zhan Zhichao said in a clear voice, "Master Cheng, I have already sent people to inquire about it. Today, the person who accompanied Master Shui Xuan Jin to the Imperial Palace is a new Xiantian Master from Linlang County. It is said that this Master has just stepped into the Xiantian Realm for less than a year, and … "He paused and hesitated for a moment, then said in a tone of disbelief," This Master seems to be not even twenty years old this year. "
Cheng Fu's face instantly became extremely interesting. His cheeks twitched a few times and he said, "What kind of people did you send out? There may be Xiantian Masters in their twenties in this world, but it is impossible for them to appear in Tian Luo Kingdom. "
Zhan Zhichao's face was full of shame and he said, "Yes, I will send people to inquire again."
Although He Yiming's face looked extremely young, the appearance of a Xiantian Master could not be judged by his appearance because that would be the most unsafe method. Moreover, Cheng Fu and the others would never believe that He Yiming could really step into the Xiantian Realm before the age of twenty.
Cheng Fu waved his hand and said, "Forget it, let's not make this matter public for the time being. It would not be good if we attracted their attention. In any case, when we return, there will naturally be news. "
Zhan Zhichao hesitated for a moment and said, "Master Cheng is right, but speaking of Master He, it reminds me of someone."
"Who?"
"Master Cheng, do you still remember the group of horse bandits at the border between our Kai Rong Country and Tian Luo Kingdom?"
Cheng Fu snorted and said, "You mean those loyal dogs raised by His Highness the Second Prince?"
"Yes." Zhan Zhichao said respectfully, "Last month, we received news that these horse bandits suddenly traveled hundreds of miles and attacked Taicang County of Tian Luo Kingdom. For some reason, they angered an Xiantian Master. That person killed two thousand people with a single slash, including five Level Ten Internal Strength experts. All of them died."
Cheng Fu was slightly stunned and said involuntarily, "Killed two thousand people with a single slash? That's utter nonsense. "
Zhan Zhichao smiled bitterly and said, "Master Cheng, we also know that this is purely a rumor, but that group of horse bandits really disappeared. Moreover, according to some of the people who escaped, the appearance of that Xiantian Master does indeed match that of Master He today."
He Yiming, who was eavesdropping, almost could not believe his ears. He had always thought that the horse bandits who came to Taicang County were all bandits living in Tai Ah County. However, after listening to Cheng Fu and Zhan Zhichao, they were actually related to the Kai Rong Country and were the lackeys raised by the Second Prince.
For a moment, He Yiming's blood seemed to have frozen.
At this point, he finally understood one thing. Why did the Lin family of Glittering Jewels ignore the horse bandits with their strength? Why did the Tian Luo Country, which controlled the territory and military strength of four counties, still be helpless against the horse bandits? Why did the horse bandits survive on the border with a Xiantian Master like Shui Xuan Jin?
It turned out that behind all this, there was the shadow of the Kai Rong Country.
His breathing quickened a little and his skin seemed to be faintly heating up.
He thought of the ruined county and the people who died tragically. Slowly, a murderous intent filled with murderous intent spread from the depths of his heart.
"Hmph, so what if the Tian Luo Country has an additional Master Protector? Our Kai Rong Country has a total of ten Xiantian Masters." A soft snort came from Zhan Zhiyan's mouth. Her beautiful eyes blinked, filled with a different kind of charm, but the words that came out of her mouth were really frightening. "Third Brother, why don't we ask Great Ancestor to come forward and say that he killed our Kai Rong Country's army and make him compensate?"
"Nonsense." Zhan Zhichao didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "Those idiots went to Taicang County by themselves. Not only did they break into Taicang County, but they also besieged one of the Inherited Families' fortresses. This is already a big taboo. Even if they die, they die in vain. We can't wait to shirk responsibility, so how can we stand up for them? "
Zhan Zhiyan smiled. "Third Brother, this is just an excuse. From what I know, this Master He came to the Tian Luo Country less than five days ago. Moreover, he is not the Master Protector of the Tian Luo Country. " A proud smile appeared on her face. "Think about it, this Master He has always been unknown, so he must have just stepped into the Xiantian Realm recently. The Tian Luo Country's Imperial Family invited him from Taicang County to be the Master Protector of the Tian Luo Country. But if our Great Ancestor comes forward and promises to open the Imperial Family's Treasury to him as long as he joins our Kai Rong Country and gives him some Spiritual Treasures, do you think he will be tempted? "
Zhan Zhichao was speechless. Whether it was the Imperial Family's Treasury or the Spiritual Treasures, they were not things he could decide. Similarly, it was also not up to him to decide whether to use such a huge price to recruit an expert who had just stepped into the Xiantian Realm.
Cheng Fu suddenly opened his mouth and said, "It's worth it."
The Zhan siblings looked up at the same time. Their eyes were filled with indescribable surprise. Even Zhan Zhiyan was the same.
She had made this suggestion as a joke, but she didn't expect Master Cheng to make such a conclusion. This greatly exceeded her expectations.
"Master Cheng, why do you say that?"
Cheng Fu's expression was extremely solemn as he said, "Didn't you send someone to investigate? He's not even 20 years old. A Xiantian expert who's not even 20 years old, no matter the price, is worth it."
Zhan Zhichao smiled bitterly and said, "Master Cheng, didn't you also say that it is impossible for a 20-year-old Xiantian Expert to appear in the Tian Luo Kingdom?"
"It is impossible, but this person looks so young. Even if he is not 20 years old, he is definitely not more than 50 years old," Cheng Fu said with certainty. "To be able to step into the Xiantian Realm under 50 years old is also an amazing achievement."
The Zhan siblings looked at each other, and their hearts were moved at the same time.
In their hearts, they thought that as long as their Great Ancestor came forward, He Yiming would definitely choose Kai Rong without hesitation and give up Tian Luo Kingdom.
After all, people strive for greater heights, and water flows to lower places. Since he was an Xiantian Expert, he would understand how to have a better future.
However, the three of them didn't know that it was because of their words that He Yiming didn't go crazy on the spot.
From Zhan Zhiyan's words, he knew that there were a total of 10 Protectors in the Kai Rong Kingdom. Moreover, one of the Great Ancestors was definitely far superior to his peers. Otherwise, Zhan Zhiyan would never have such blind confidence in him.
The Kai Rong Kingdom was so powerful that it was definitely not something that He Yiming could deal with at the moment. Since that was the case, he immediately calmed his mind and suppressed the powerful killing intent once again.
However, in his heart, he had already remembered the Second Prince of the Kai Rong Kingdom in his heart.
He was not a chivalrous person, and it was impossible for him to openly challenge the Kai Rong Kingdom for the people who died tragically in Taicang County. However, if there was a chance in the future, he would definitely not mind killing the Second Prince with his sword.
Taking a deep breath, He Yiming's butt left the stone bench. The night was getting darker, and he was ready to leave.
Tonight's epiphany had allowed him to achieve great success in his cultivation technique. He had inadvertently come here and overheard the conversation. To him, it was already a great gain, and there was no need to continue listening.
However, just as he was about to leave, he heard Zhan Zhiyan ask again, "Master Cheng, since you're not here to achieve enlightenment, why did you stay here for the entire evening?"
He Yiming stopped in his tracks. In fact, he also wanted to know the answer to this question.
After all, an Xiantian Expert couldn't possibly stay in the same place for such a long time with a grave expression on his face.
Cheng Fu sighed softly. He seemed to favor Zhan Zhiyan more. After pondering for a while, he finally said, "Before coming here, did His Majesty tell you the purpose of our trip?"
"Father mentioned it before." Zhan Zhichao bowed and said, "Father said that the Protector of the Tian Luo Kingdom, Shui Xuan Jin, is already old, and it's said that he doesn't have much time left. He asked us to come and find out the truth. If it's true, then the tribute from the Tian Luo Kingdom will be doubled in the future. But if it's all a rumor and Master Shui Xuan Jin is in good health, then as an apology, the annual tribute from the Tian Luo Kingdom will be reduced by 10%. "
"That's right." Cheng Fu nodded slightly and said, "When I met Shui Xuan Jin today, I immediately provoked him because I wanted to give it a try. As long as I could exchange a few blows with him, I would definitely be able to see through his strength. But unfortunately, that person actually made a move first and ruined my plan. "
Zhan Zhichao's expression tensed up and said, "Master Cheng, then during today's banquet, did you see through his strength?"
Cheng Fu's expression became more and more solemn as he said, "Although I didn't make a move today, according to my observation, there seems to be something wrong with Shui Xuan Jin's body. That rumor isn't groundless."
Zhan Zhichao's eyes lit up as he said, "That's great. In the past hundred years, the Tian Luo Kingdom has developed extremely quickly. It has already expanded from one country to four. If Shui Xuan Jin dies, then the power of the Kingdom will definitely decline and he will no longer be a threat to us."
Cheng Fu shook his head slightly and said, "Your Highness Third Prince, I originally thought so as well, but …" His tone sank as he said, "This afternoon, there was a strong fluctuation of Heaven and Earth Qi coming from that direction. This aura was so strong that it could shake the Heavens and Earth. Even I am ashamed of my inferiority."
The expressions of the Zhan siblings changed drastically. Zhan Zhiyan exclaimed, "Master Cheng, then this rumor …"
Cheng Fu smiled bitterly and said, "Since he still has such a powerful aura, then the rumor will naturally collapse."
Zhan Zhiyan blinked twice and suddenly said, "Why would Master Shui Xuan Jin do this? Could it be that he has already guessed our purpose?"
Cheng Fu said coldly, "Hehe, he hasn't guessed it. However, this is Shui Xuan Jin showing off his strength in front of me. He is responding to my provocation today. "
He Yiming, who was in the corner of the manor, staggered and almost sat back down on the stone bench.
[Brother, you're being too sensitive …]
The Zhan siblings looked at each other and Zhan Zhiyan whispered, "Master Cheng, is this Heaven and Earth Qi really released by Shui Xuan Jin? Could it be another Xiantian Master? "
"Impossible." Cheng Fu said firmly, "I can feel the power of the wind. In the Northwest Countries, there are only a few people who can control this kind of power and Shui Xuan Jin is one of them. As for the Master you are talking about, just by looking at his appearance, I can tell that he must have just stepped into the Xiantian Realm. Even if he has the experience of enlightenment, he would need at least twenty years of bitter cultivation. " He snorted coldly and said, "If the information you have is that this person has already stepped into the Xiantian Realm for twenty years, then there is still a trace of possibility. But since he has just stepped into the Xiantian Realm, then it is impossible."
Indeed, if it was an ordinary Xiantian Master, it would be impossible to trigger such a powerful Heaven and Earth Qi within a year of stepping into the Xiantian Realm. But He Yiming, in this short year, had entered the realm of enlightenment several times. His achievements could not be measured by common sense.
Zhan Zhichao nodded slightly and said, "Master Cheng, since Shui Xuan Jin has done this, what should we do?"
"What should we do?" Cheng Fu snorted and said, "Since he has already issued the challenge, I will naturally not show any weakness. We will rest for seven days. After seven days, it will be time for the Tian Luo Emperor to hunt. At that time, we will request to challenge the Tian Luo Imperial Protector. " He reached out his hands calmly, and a faint blush suddenly appeared on his hands. His voice was filled with great confidence. "With the ten percent of the tribute given by His Majesty as the wager, I want to see if Shuixuan Hibiscus's wind power, which has been resting for a hundred years, can suppress the power of fire that I have comprehended."
The eyes of the Zhan siblings flashed with excitement. They clenched their fists and seemed to be full of confidence in Cheng Fu's victory.
In the distance, He Yiming looked up at the sky. He suddenly found that there were some things that he could not predict and control.
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