(Thank Leng Xing Yue) 9.1
The second Floating Red Reward, additional updates!)
Why did Lan Hou capture this fellow just because he was Huo Lingxiao's sworn brother? Wu Menglan couldn't quite figure it out. However, based on what she'd seen in the capital city in the past, she did seem to have noticed that the relationship between Zhang Tianxiao and Lan Hou was a little strange. Still, she didn't know what was going on behind the scenes, so she asked curiously, "Then why do you two insist on running all the way here to avoid trouble?"
"I'll be honest with you, Big Sister Meng. The situation at the time was dire, and we were forced into a corner. After finding out that Traversing Water Palace's Palace Lord, Granny Tao, had the ability to protect us, we took the initiative to request to come to Granny Tao's place when we were meeting with the Overlord. Even so, as soon as we stepped out of Jade Capital Peak's Golden Hall, Lan Hou immediately issued an order to capture us. He had no intention of letting us go at all. Fortunately, Granny Tao stepped in and humiliated Lan Hou, saving our lives! If you don't believe me, you can ask around. All the Palace Lords were there and saw it with their own eyes. Sister Meng, even Zhang Tianxiao couldn't protect us. Do you think you can? "Miao Yi asked.
These words were only half true and half false.
"I see! I didn't expect so many things to happen after you went to the capital. It seems like you can't rest no matter where you go. You're really something. " Wu Menglan clicked her tongue and scrutinized Miao Yi from head to toe. Suddenly, she pursed her lips into a smile and said, "Granny Tao is the most senior in the Fifth Earthly Branch. Indeed, she has the ability to protect you all. Even the Overlord has to give her some face. However, with your restless personality, I'm afraid you won't be able to get used to a place as chaotic as Traversing Water Palace. "
"..." Miao Yi was taken aback. His eyes flickered. It seemed like this woman knew something. He immediately cupped his fists and said, "Sister Meng knows me best. I just happen to have something to ask."
Wu Menglan snorted as if to say "don't bother me", but she couldn't help but be curious and asked, "What is it?"
"I'm not trying to blow my own trumpet. I was even able to adapt to a place as dangerous as the Sea of Constellations. However, after arriving here, I realized that the situation here is a little strange. It's as though I've arrived in another world. I can't make heads or tails of it …" Miao Yi didn't hide anything, and explained the situation he encountered here. He was truly asking for guidance humbly, unlike before when he was trying to trick the other party.
I thought it was something big! Wu Menglan couldn't help but laugh when she heard this. She said, "This Traversing Water Palace's situation is a little unique. I've heard about it for a long time. It's true that ordinary cultivators wouldn't be able to adapt to this place, especially someone like you who started off by killing. In the end, it's because … do you know what Grandma Tao's cultivation is? "
"I've heard of it before. I think it's a Purple Lotus Fourth Grade cultivator," Miao Yi replied.
This was the information he got from Luo Ping. Looking at the information, he started to doubt if Luo Ping had made a mistake. Perhaps Granny Tao had intentionally concealed her cultivation just like she had. Otherwise, how could someone who had slaughtered their way out of the same era as the Celestial Sage only have such a cultivation base?
Wu Menglan smiled and said, "That's where the problem lies. Granny Tao can be considered an old member of the Celestial Nation. Back when the Celestial Sage was conquering the world, she was always at the Celestial Sage's beck and call. I heard that the two of them were quite close. When the overall situation of the Six Nations was settled, the meritorious ministers were rewarded according to their contributions and assigned to their respective regions. Originally, Granny Tao wouldn't have been able to sit on the Palace Lord's throne with her cultivation. It was said that she was only at the Red Lotus Sixth Grade when she became the Palace Lord, and it was all because of her relationship with the Celestial Sage. No one could say anything about it. Ever since the Six Nations were established, Granny Tao has been the Palace Lord. Even now, it's been countless years. In the years that followed, countless new talents rose to prominence and replaced the old ones. She was the only one who remained untouched. Perhaps it's because of her relationship with the Celestial Sage. Some people say that it's because her cultivation was progressing slowly and harmlessly. That's why a certain someone allowed her to live peacefully until now, as a gesture of friendship between a ruler and a subject … "
Hearing this, Miao Yi's heart skipped a beat. He interrupted her and asked, "Is that 'certain someone' referring to the Celestial Sage?"
"I didn't say that. You're the one who guessed it." Wu Menglan rolled her eyes at him.
Miao Yi asked curiously, "She's still a Purple Lotus Fourth Grade cultivator after cultivating for so many years. Could it be because of her cultivation art?"
Wu Menglan shook her head and said, "I don't know. Rumor has it that Granny Tao's cultivation art is extraordinary. It's a lost art from the Boundless Secular World. However, it's incomplete. Her cultivation speed is very fast in the early stages, but it's difficult to continue in the later stages. "
Miao Yi was doubtful. "With her status and the Celestial Sage's care, how could she not be able to obtain a better cultivation art? Don't tell me she can't even get a better cultivation art? "
Wu Menglan raised her brows. "There's another rumor. It says that the lost art isn't incomplete. When Granny Tao obtained it, she destroyed half of it in front of a certain someone."
'Someone 'again.' Miao Yi was a little alarmed as he asked, "If the rumor is true, why did she destroy it?"
Wu Menglan rolled her eyes at him again. Seeing that he wasn't being tactful, she decided to change the topic and said, "Granny Tao seems to know her limits. She's always been the Palace Lord. As long as others don't provoke her, she won't provoke them either. Otherwise, she'll complain to the Realm Beyond Heaven. This is also why Granny Tao can rely on her seniority to protect you."
"So that's how it is!" Miao Yi nodded. However, he was confused again and asked, "Does this have anything to do with what I'm talking about?"
Wu Menglan asked, "Granny Tao adopted a granddaughter. Haven't you heard of her?"
She was now the Advisor of Traversing Water Palace. Miao Yi nodded and said, "I've heard of her. I think her name is Tao Qingli. Her cultivation is also at the Red Lotus Sixth Grade."
"Oh? You're quite well-informed, aren't you? Don't tell me you already know the answer? "Wu Menglan smiled.
"It's not like I have nothing better to do. Why would I ask such a thing when I already know the answer? All I know is the personnel structure." Miao Yi shrugged and said, "I don't know anything else!"
Wu Menglan thought about it and agreed. She continued, "It's only after Granny Tao adopted this Tao Qingli that Traversing Water Palace gradually began to change. Tao Qingli turned the place into a mess, resulting in the situation you see now. And Granny Tao dotes on this granddaughter of hers, so she turned a blind eye and allowed her to do as she pleased! "
Miao Yi immediately laughed coldly and said, "So that's how it is. And here I was wondering why the rules of the game here are so different from the ones outside. In the end, it seems like the problem lies with Granny Tao herself. No wonder it's so difficult for her subordinates to change her ways. She was one of the people who fought alongside the Celestial Sage all those years ago. Doesn't she know the danger of crippling her own cultivation like this? If someone tries to take over her territory, how is she supposed to defend herself? This isn't doting on her own granddaughter. She's basically harming her! When the time comes, she'll attract the attention of a pack of wolves. Even us subordinates will suffer along with her! "
Wu Menglan glanced at him and asked, "With the Celestial Sage backing her, who in the Celestial Nation would dare to take over her territory?"
Miao Yi laughed coldly and said, "While Granny Tao was still alive, no one dared to do so. But at the rate Granny Tao's cultivation is progressing, I'm afraid her lifespan will come to an end sooner or later."
Wu Menglan nodded and said, "Rumor has it that Granny Tao's lifespan is indeed reaching its end soon. I don't know exactly when, but if she can't break through to Purple Lotus Fifth Grade by then, she'll probably be in deep trouble! However, your worries are a little unnecessary. Granny Tao brings that Tao Qingli to the Realm Beyond Heaven every year to meet the Celestial Sage. I heard that the Celestial Sage is quite fond of Tao Qingli as well. Rumor has it that once Granny Tao passes away, the Celestial Sage will allow Tao Qingli to take over as the Traversing Water Palace Lord on account of Granny Tao's friendship. When that happens, Traversing Water Palace will remain the same. As long as you don't provoke anyone, no one will dare to provoke Traversing Water Palace with the Celestial Sage's backing. You can continue to live in peace. Everyone will be happy! "
"This thing can even be passed on to future generations? When that happens, the others … "Miao Yi suddenly froze, not knowing whether to laugh or cry. He seemed to have caught on to something from Wu Menglan's words. His eyes flashed, and he asked cautiously," You mean … "
"I don't mean anything. Since you've been calling me 'Big Sister' so affectionately, I'll just say a few more things. You're on your own now. Don't blame me for your wild thoughts!" Wu Menglan scoffed. She flicked her sleeves, twisted her voluptuous figure, and immediately turned around to leave.
"Don't go, Sister Meng! I still have something to ask you! "Miao Yi chased after her, causing Qian'Er and Xue'Er to be stunned.
"I'm not a know-it-all. How could I possibly have so many things for you to ask me?!" As soon as they reached the courtyard outside, Wu Menglan threw out these words, then turned into a streak of light and shot into the sky.
She had come here for nothing. Not only did she not get any information out of Miao Yi, she even told him a lot of things.
"Milord!" Qian'Er and Xue'Er followed behind him.
Miao Yi waved his hand and gestured for her to calm down. He then placed his hands behind his back and gazed up at the stars.
He stood in the courtyard all the way until dawn. During this time, Qian'Er and Xue'Er came out to visit him a few times, but they didn't dare to disturb his thoughts.
The island in the middle of the lake was heavily dewy. In just one night, Miao Yi's clothes were completely drenched. When the first rays of dawn appeared on the horizon, Miao Yi abruptly woke up and quickly paced back and forth in the courtyard.
From Wu Menglan's words, if he had guessed Granny Tao's intentions correctly, it would be best for him to make a move on Tranquil Sun Manor as soon as possible. If he made a move now, he could still say that he didn't understand the situation here. On the other hand, it would be fine if he made a move now. After all, Granny Tao had just brought him here from the capital city. It was also because of the Six Sages that the survivors of the Sea of Constellations Subjugation Crusade were rewarded with the right to become a Manor Head. Granny Tao wouldn't slap the Celestial Sage's face right away.
If he waited until he had a clear understanding of the situation here before making a move, Granny Tao wouldn't allow him to break the rules that Traversing Water Palace had established all these years. If that happened, Miao Yi would be the one to suffer the consequences.
Stopping in his tracks, Miao Yi quickly took out two jade archives and informed Zhao Fei and Sikong Wuwei not to wait any longer. They were to decide on a time to work together and gather the forces of the three Manors to immediately make a move on Tranquil Sun Manor. He wanted to slaughter every single cultivator in Tranquil Sun Manor and make them all accompany Qi Xiuhong in death!
If he hadn't come here, he would have only wanted to kill that Tranquil Sun Manor Head. But now that he was here, there was only one word in his heart — hatred!
The people here could even treat a former Manor Head like Sun Lianping in such a manner. Miao Yi couldn't imagine how the entire Tranquil Sun Manor had treated Qi Xiuhong after she had offended the Manor Head of Tranquil Sun Manor. How many people must have humiliated Qi Xiuhong?!
Whenever he thought about how he was trapped inside the Demon Refining Gourd, unable to do anything despite being so close to her, the two drops of tears on his face were still deeply etched in his heart. It was a heart-wrenching pain!
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