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Chapter 375: Will You Be My Daughter? The Emperor's Pen on the Book of Life and Death (Part 1)
Chapter 375: Will You Be My Daughter? The Emperor's Pen on the Book of Life and Death (Part 1)
Screech! Screech!
High in the sky, cumulus clouds piled up, and the spring rain fell in a hazy drizzle.
After the battle, the rain lost control and poured down, becoming more and more overwhelming.
In the Second City of the Divine Capital.
On the large tent set up in the Jade Square, everyone fell silent, and one by one, their gazes turned towards the main banquet area, specifically the main seat.
There, two figures stood up, even the emperor himself, dressed in a golden yellow robe, rose to his feet.
The atmosphere seemed to freeze for a moment, filled with tension.
The empress's phoenix hairpin trembled slightly, and a look of surprise flashed across her beautiful eyes as she glanced at the emperor, whose face was obscured by profound divinity and vital energy.
"Let me do it."
The emperor spoke, his tone leaving no room for argument.
The wind howled, carrying with it a few spring rain droplets that burst into pieces, bringing a chill in the air.
The empress was taken aback. For this Peach Banquet, to resonate with the mysterious temple of the Immortal Mother, the winner of the Dragonlet Competition would receive a gift from her, the empress herself.
She never expected that this time, the emperor would personally intervene and take over.
What message was he trying to convey? The empress's eyes flickered with curiosity as she pondered the emperor's intentions, recalling his previous inquiry about Li Nuanxi, the young girl.
At the time, the empress didn't think much of it.
But now it seemed...
Could the emperor have some hidden motive?
The empress's eyes flickered, and finally, she smiled faintly and bowed respectfully, "Since Your Majesty has such enthusiasm, please proceed."
After speaking, the empress stepped back and handed the peach, which exuded an incredibly rich fragrance, like a hurricane, to the emperor.
The emperor seemed to let out a faint laugh. With a grasp of his hand, he held the peach.
Eunuch Lian, standing nearby, had already lowered his head, his heart filled with surprise, but he didn't show it.
He turned and led the way, his voice soaring into the sky, cutting through the air.
"We humbly invite His Majesty to present the peach to Li Nuanxi, the champion of the Dragonlet Competition."
Eunuch Lian spoke with his hands clasped in front of him.
His voice reverberated like a shockwave throughout the entire tent, attracting the attention and astonishment of many.
The sect leaders of various divine sects, the powerful figures from aristocratic clans, and even the princes summoned back to the Divine Capital, like Ji Mo Li...
All showed looks of astonishment, as if they hadn't anticipated this sudden change in the ceremony.
"Why is the emperor personally presenting the peach? This doesn't follow the usual procedure."
Gu Changqing, the sect leader of the Celestial Essence Sect, frowned.
During the Peach Banquet, the presentation of the peach had always been the empress's duty. The emperor disrupting this tradition was akin to throwing the entire ceremony into disarray.
This was no trivial matter, especially when it involved resonating with the mysterious temple of the Immortal Mother, ranked at the Three Pure Ones level.
Gu Changqing was already surprised and troubled by Li Nuanxi's victory in the competition. He never expected the emperor to add another obstacle.
The emperor personally presenting the peach and the empress doing so were two completely different scenarios.
Not only were these people surprised, but the first prince, Lu Yousheng, the second prince, Lu Hengyi, and the third prince, Lu Litiang, also showed looks of astonishment.
They seemed to sense the emperor's appreciation for Li Nuanxi from his attitude.
The third prince, Lu Litiang, looked particularly displeased.
Lu Litiang clenched his fists, his nose flaring with anger. After all, he had immediately recognized the mechanism used by Li Nuanxi to defeat Zhang Yuantiger as one employed by the Netherworld Enforcers.
In other words, Li Nuanxi had a close connection with the Netherworld!
And Lu Litiang's mother, Concubine Ji, had been killed by the Netherworld!
This made Lu Litiang grit his teeth in anger. He even considered exposing Li Nuanxi's connection with the Netherworld after her defeat in the battle against Zhang Yunlong, hoping the emperor would order her arrest.
But contrary to his expectations, Zhang Yunlong lost, Li Nuanxi won the Peach Banquet, and she even received the honor of the emperor personally presenting the peach.
Lu Litiang felt indignant, wondering how the emperor could do this! His mother, Concubine Ji, had died at the hands of the Netherworld, and this Li Nuanxi had a shady relationship with them!
Lu Litiang clenched his fists, took a deep breath, and turned to Han Sixi, who stood quietly behind him.
"Eunuch Diao, should I step forward and reveal the truth?"
"This Li Nuanxi clearly has a strong connection with the Netherworld, who killed my mother. Should I expose her now?"
Lu Litiang asked eagerly.
For him, Han Sixi was his most important support and the pillar that could help him in his bid for the crown prince position.
Han Sixi bowed slightly, a gentle smile on her face, "Your Highness, I think it's best if you don't reveal anything at this moment."
Lu Litiang's eyebrows rose.
"Your Highness, the Dragonlet Competition is an event organized by our Great Jing Dynasty, and many eyes are upon us... It concerns the reputation of our dynasty."
"If you speak up now, it will naturally be embarrassing for the emperor and the empress. Even though you're seeking justice for Concubine Ji's death..."
"But Concubine Ji is already dead. If her death affects the emperor's view of you, it will be a loss..."
Han Sixi spoke calmly, her expression unchanged.
After all, she was advising him not to make a scene at this moment.
"Your Highness, do you know the deeper significance of the Peach Banquet?"
Han Sixi asked.
Lu Litiang took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and understood Han Sixi's meaning.
His heart trembled slightly, and he also came to a realization.
"I was a bit agitated because Li Nuanxi used the Netherworld's methods to win the Dragonlet Competition, and my emotions got the better of me..."
"My temperament indeed needs more cultivation."
"Lu Litiang nodded in agreement.
Han Sixi smiled and said, "Your Highness, the Peach Banquet... involves the resonance between the Emperor, the Empress, and the Temple of the Immortal Mother, which is of great significance."
"The impact is immense, so Your Highness should think carefully before making any decisions."
Lu Litiang's heart trembled, and a hint of fear flashed in his eyes.
As for Li Nuanxi, she could be dealt with at any time.
However, the Peach Banquet was of utmost importance. If they disturbed the resonance between the Emperor and the Empress...
The consequences would be truly dire!
The problems that would arise would be even more severe!
And...
He, Lu Litiang, might even lose his qualification to compete for the position of Crown Prince! Cold sweat had already soaked through his back without him realizing it.
Lu Litiang couldn't help but feel more grateful to Eunuch Diao.
He, Lu Litiang, couldn't live without Eunuch Diao anymore.
...
...
In the main banquet area of the Lotus Pavilion, Lu Chi sat gracefully with her eyes raised, gazing at Xixi, who stood amidst the ruins with her hands on her hips and her small belly protruding.
A smile appeared on her face.
Indeed, Xixi lived up to her reputation as Emperor Xixi. Even at the Dragonlet Competition, she couldn't be suppressed. She truly stood at the pinnacle of the event!
Although Xixi had won with the help of mechanisms and the power of the Third Prince Shrine, a victory was still a victory! The Emperor even decided to personally award the peach to Xixi.
The Court Eunuch, dressed in golden yellow robes, was also smiling as he witnessed this scene. When he saw the Emperor's decision, the smile on his lips became even more pronounced.
It seemed...
The Emperor had truly taken his advice to heart.
...
...
The Emperor took the peach, and his golden yellow robes fluttered in the wind.
The Empress bowed and took a step back, while Lian Gong Gong lowered his head and led the way.
A deep laughter seemed to echo, and the Emperor strode forward, as if descending from the peak of a mountain in an instant. In that brief moment, his demeanor and aura underwent a dramatic transformation.
It was as if a brilliant sun slowly descended upon the mortal realm, exuding an aura of supremacy and an overwhelming sense of oppression.
The sky seemed to collapse downward, and countless waves of wind howled as they were torn apart, unleashing a fierce and relentless gale. The Emperor's surroundings were filled with the sound of a dragon's roar, as if a true dragon were circling around him.
With each step, the Emperor's heavy footsteps resonated on the white jade bricks beneath the canopy, and the echoes seemed to reverberate endlessly.
The civil and military officials, the leaders of various divine sects, and other powerful individuals all felt an oppressive force that shook their souls.
In the ruins of the Jade Square, Li Che and Lu Tai Bai stood at the edge, their brows furrowed.
Even they felt an intense pressure, as if an invisible giant hand was squeezing their chests.
Li Che's heart skipped a beat.
In his chest, numerous Dao Fruits trembled as if they sensed an immense threat, buzzing and jumping vigorously.
Boom!
In the sky above, amidst the piled-up leaden clouds, it seemed as if rolling thunder was boiling and churning. The spring rain poured down, ripping through the rolling clouds like ink, thick and relentless.
As the Emperor approached, Eunuch Diao, with his purple robes, walked with a bent back and lowered head, leading the way. Lu Che realized that this Lian Gong Gong's cultivation was not weak, as his brief display of power indicated an exceptional level of skill.
A terrifying will rose, seemingly merging perfectly with the will of heaven and earth, capable of altering the very nature of the world with a single thought!
The Emperor's cultivation was evidently impressive, and it could even trigger a feedback response from the Dao Fruits.
The Emperor's cultivation was likely extremely powerful.
Li Che's eyes narrowed as he fixed his gaze on the approaching Emperor.
Lu Tai Bai's silver hair fluttered in the wind, and he squinted, sending a faint voice transmission, "Do you think the Emperor's cultivation is weak?"
"If so, you are greatly mistaken... Don't underestimate the Emperor's cultivation. However, no one knows the extent of his power because no one has ever seen the Emperor in action."
Lu Tai Bai looked at Li Che, "The Court Eunuch's ranking of the Divine Sages and the Heavenly Gate does not include the Emperor. It is speculated that the Court Eunuch, out of respect for the Emperor's identity, avoided including him on the list..."
"But some believe it's because the Emperor's cultivation and strength surpass the scope of the rankings..."
Li Che's heart skipped a beat.
"Divine Tribulation?!"
Li Che asked through a voice transmission.
But...
If a cultivator who had undergone the Divine Tribulation entered the mortal realm, wouldn't they be suppressed by the will of heaven and earth? Wouldn't they face the Three Disasters and Nine Tribulations? In that case, the Emperor's cultivation couldn't possibly remain hidden.
Unless the Emperor's cultivation was so weak that he didn't even qualify for the Divine Sages ranking or the Heavenly Gate.
However, Li Che felt...
The Emperor's cultivation must be extraordinary if it caused the Dao Fruits in his chest to throb with excitement.
Although Li Che had doubts, he didn't continue the voice transmission with Lu Tai Bai.
In just a moment, the Emperor arrived, enveloped in overwhelming might, seemingly merging with the will of heaven and earth. The air seemed to be completely under his control.
The Emperor's golden yellow robes billowed as he held the peach with one hand, exuding a fragrant aroma, divine essence, pure energy, and spiritual energy.
The peach contained an incredibly rich divine essence, as well as an extremely powerful spirituality! Li Che's gaze fell upon the peach, and the Pure Heart Dao Fruit throbbed vigorously, its booming sound drowning out the vibrations of the other Dao Fruits.
【Nine Thousand-Year Peach】
The Star-Plucking Eyes allowed Li Che to discern the origin of the peach at a glance.
It was indeed a nine-thousand-year-old peach, not a fake.
Li Che's heart warmed with anticipation. This was the peach that could grant mortals a thousand years of longevity! As long as Zhang Ya's cultivation didn't break through to the Divine Tribulation realm, even if she became a Martial Saint or a Divine Saint, she could rely on the longevity properties of this nine-thousand-year-old peach to live for a thousand years!
An intense temptation emanated from the peach, as if it were tempting one's heart to greed.
Xi Xi's eyes were already shining brightly, like two dazzling light bulbs, fixated on the Emperor's Peach.
Eunuch Lian led the way, bringing the Emperor to Xi Xi's presence, bowing deeply and performing a respectful greeting.
The Emperor had arrived before Xi Xi.
Holding the Peach, the Emperor's face was shrouded in Vital Energy and Divinity, making his features indistinguishable. His eyes, however, shone with an intense brilliance.
He slightly lowered his head, and the golden yellow robe fluttered in the wind, meeting Xi Xi's bright and piercing gaze.
Time seemed to freeze at this moment.
Of course, Xi Xi's eyes immediately landed on the Peach, not sparing the Emperor another glance.
Saliva uncontrollably flowed from her mouth.
For Xi Xi, giving up this Peach to her mother was an incredibly challenging decision.
The Peach was irresistibly fragrant, its rich aroma stirring her heart and making her mouth water.
But the Emperor did not immediately hand over the Peach.
His eyes were fixed on Xi Xi.
It was as if he wanted to see through her, to understand her completely.
He stared at the Hell Lotus divine mark on her brow, and the light in his eyes gradually brightened.
Misty spring rain fell, washing away the charred remains of the Jade Square, now reduced to ruins.
Steam rose, resembling the ethereal mist that enveloped the divine realm.
"Hahahahaha..."
The Emperor suddenly burst into laughter, leaving everyone puzzled about the reason for his amusement. All eyes, from the powerful cultivators to the civil and military officials, the leaders of the Divine Sects, and the mighty figures of the aristocratic clans, were focused on the scene.
Frowning, they seemed unsure of what the Emperor was up to.
"Good girl, such a clever and smart girl."
"I, I like you very much."
The Emperor laughed.
Then, he extended the Nine Thousand Year Peach towards Xi Xi. The Peach was pulled by an invisible force, floating and suspending itself in front of Xi Xi.
Xi Xi didn't hesitate; she reached out and hugged the Peach to her chest.
She took a deep breath, inhaling the Peach's intense fragrance, which filled her mouth, causing her face to turn red and leaving her feeling dizzy and intoxicated.
She felt as if she might stumble while walking.
"Little girl, you have this Nine Thousand Year Peach, why not eat it now?
(End of Chapter)
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