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Chapter 784: Is This Really True? [Two in One!]
Chapter 784: Is This Really True? [Two in One!]
The Heavenly Emperor earnestly said, "I don't believe it either. Dong Fang Jun Shi, with his unmatched wisdom, has no solution for the impending Heavenly Fortune Calamity we are about to face."
"That's different," Dong Fang San San shook her head and sighed. "Once the true Celestial Palace and Netherworld are established, even if we die, we'll have a place to go. If we become ghosts, we'll enter the Netherworld. If we surrender or win, we'll ascend to the Celestial Court."
"But if we get entangled with your Celestial Palace and Netherworld, we'll truly be unable to go anywhere, whether we live or die. It's like comparing a calamity that lasts for eons to a quick death. How can these two situations be the same?"
Dong Fang San San shook her head.
Xue Fu Xiao impatiently said, "Heavenly Emperor, why are you still so stubborn? I've understood everything. The gods have already appeared, and the true Celestial Palace and Netherworld will eventually be established. Once they are, it's only a matter of time before you disappear. Why must you insist on dragging us Guardians to our graves with you?"
The Heavenly Emperor muttered, "But with the Celestial Palace facing such a crisis, I have no other choice. Dong Fang Jun Shi's intelligence is unmatched in the world, so I can only ask him for a solution..."
Xue Fu Xiao cursed, "This isn't an urgent matter, it's still far away. Why are you in such a hurry?"
Why should I be in a hurry?
You're asking me why I'm in a hurry?
The Heavenly Emperor really wanted to jump up and have an argument with Xue Fu Xiao, and then fight fiercely.
It's not an urgent matter, but from now on, I'll know that the Celestial Palace is about to be destroyed at any moment.
Perhaps one day, it will be gone!
How can I not be worried?
Xue Fu Xiao said, "Moreover, what San San said might not be accurate. Maybe after tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of years, nothing will happen. Aren't you worrying for nothing?"
The Heavenly Emperor shook his head repeatedly, "Snow, what you're saying is wrong. In the past tens of thousands of years, we didn't even know if gods existed, but now, one after another, and even right by my side..."
"All divine signs are concentrated in these one or two years. This fully proves that we've reached a crucial juncture. How can I not worry?"
The Heavenly Emperor sighed deeply.
Xue Fu Xiao took pleasure in others' misfortune, "But what's the difference between your Celestial Palace after so many years? Aren't you all like turtles hiding in your shells, never coming out? Besides eating, drinking, and defecating, what else have you done? With the way you live and die, what's there to worry about?"
These words were truly insulting.
The Heavenly Emperor's face turned red with anger, "Snow, you can't talk like that! When the Guardians were in crisis, it was our Celestial Palace that helped..."
"Nonsense!"
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"Snow!"
The Heavenly Emperor's face turned dark with anger.
He glared at Xue Fu Xiao as if he wanted to devour her, but in the end, he still didn't dare to lose his temper.
Dong Fang San San frowned, "You two, do you want to go outside and fight before coming back in?"
Both of them immediately fell silent.
The Heavenly Emperor bowed, "Jun Shi, save my Celestial Palace!"
Dong Fang San San paused and said, "Your Majesty, if you hadn't participated in the attack on Duan Xi Yang, there might still be some room for negotiation. But this time, having entered the situation, the Divine Weasel Sect won't let you off easily, and the Only Righteous Sect won't let you off either."
"Plus, with the Heavenly Emperor's destiny and divine nature attracting attention... I really have no solution."
The Heavenly Emperor's face turned ashen.
"Actually, Your Majesty doesn't need to worry."
Dong Fang San San comforted him, "There is a crisis, but it's not an immediate one. Just as Little Snow said, many things... there's no need to be so anxious and pessimistic."
The Heavenly Emperor smiled bitterly and said, "Dong Fang Jun Shi, those who don't plan for the future cannot plan for the present. This kind of talk isn't just empty words. You understand, right?"
"And I also know that Dong Fang Jun Shi, you must have a solution."
The Heavenly Emperor stood up and bowed deeply, "Please, Jun Shi, show my Celestial Palace a way out. We in the Celestial Palace, with tens of millions and billions of lives, are all grateful to you!"
Dong Fang San San frowned and said softly, "Your Majesty, you should know one thing... many things aren't as simple as we decision-makers say they are."
"No matter how much we talk here, it won't be of much use. Because it's very likely that after you go back and discuss with others, you'll think I'm exaggerating. At that time, everything said here will be like a mirage, an illusion."
Dong Fang San San smiled, "Your Majesty, why don't you go back and discuss it with your family first, and then we can talk?"
The Heavenly Emperor's eyes immediately lit up with hope, "Does that mean you have a solution?"
Dong Fang San San immediately denied, "I didn't say that! Your Majesty, this kind of thing can't be spoken of lightly."
But the Heavenly Emperor already felt relieved, "You must have a solution!"
"I didn't say that," Dong Fang San San said.
But the Heavenly Emperor had already breathed a sigh of relief, "Since you want me to go back and test human nature, I'll go back and discuss it with them. Then, I'll come back and report to you.
Dong Fang San San frowned, her expression pained as if she had a toothache, and said, "Your Majesty, I certainly didn't mean for you to go back and test humanity."
"I understand, I understand."
The Heavenly Emperor's expression softened.
Xue Fu Xiao hummed and asked, "What do you understand?"
The Heavenly Emperor spoke harshly, "Miss Xue, the one who truly doesn't understand is you, right?"
Feeling hit where it hurt, Xue Fu Xiao became furious and drew her sword, saying, "Do you look down on me, Xue Fu Xiao? Come, come, come, get out here. Xue Ye will teach you a lesson from the Jianghu!"
Dong Fang San San's face was filled with pain, "Stop! What are you doing?!"
Xue Fu Xiao raged, "San San, don't interfere. I've endured him for so long. When asking for a favor, there wasn't even a greeting gift, and only after being pushed did he take it out. Does he think this is some kind of place?"
"Does he think that with his status in the Celestial Palace, he has a lot of face? Can he just show up and expect things to be done?"
The Heavenly Emperor raged, "I came prepared with a gift, but without seeing Dong Fang Jun Shi's face, how can I present it? I just arrived here and didn't have a chance, but you questioned me right to my face... I..."
Xue Fu Xiao continued her tirade, "Are you a child? Do you not understand how to handle human relationships? You've been here for three days, and you haven't even spent a penny. Did I misjudge you? You only brought a gift when you saw San San, who knows if you gave San San a gift? What about San San's face?"
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"You sent a gift in this house, and no one outside knows about it. Then you still want San San to help you with your business. Once San San handles it, in the eyes of others, it will seem like... The Heavenly Emperor came empty-handed, and the Ninth Lord still helped him. That's what face is for the Celestial Palace! Is that your face or San San's face?"
"Heavenly Emperor, in this world, are you the only smart person? You come to ask for a favor, and you still want to step on others? Are you even a person?"
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The Heavenly Emperor's face turned red, and suddenly, he felt like he had nowhere to hide.
Being stripped naked and exposed in front of everyone, his anger dissipated, and he said with shame, "It's my fault, it's my fault..."
"You still know how to admit your mistake! Sitting before me, I'll tell you plainly, I've had the thought of killing you eight hundred times!"
Xue Fu Xiao spoke with resentment, "Furthermore, after you came in, you only asked about the life and death of the Celestial Palace, and there was no other topic. Do we owe you anything? Does San San owe you anything? Have you ever considered us, the Guardians? Why should we care about your life and death?"
The Heavenly Emperor felt even more ashamed.
Normally, such words wouldn't be spoken so bluntly, because once revealed, there wouldn't even be a chance to meet.
But today, Xue Fu Xiao clearly exploded.
She directly exposed everything, not caring about the consequences.
This made the Heavenly Emperor feel at a loss, as Xue Fu Xiao's words were reasonable and based on the most basic human relationships.
Indeed, he hadn't handled things properly.
With a face full of shame, he said, "Brother Xue..."
"Heavenly Emperor, you tell me, in these many years, how many times have you done something for others? You do nothing, and then you come asking for help?"
"You talk about the lives of millions and billions of creatures. Are those lives? They're just a pile of ash and dust!"
Xue Fu Xiao cursed, "What lives? Don't disgrace these words! The people of the Only Righteous Sect are more useful than you! Although they are our enemies, at least they can rub shoulders and polish each other, improving their cultivation... What can you do? Do you want to rot with the plants? Do you want to decay with feces? Is that what you call living? In this world, do you even leave a trace of your existence?"
"Now that you've encountered difficulties and seen the crisis, you want San San to help you. Do you know how busy she is? Moreover, this time, it's not just a simple trouble. It's a bottomless pit! Do you want to drag the Guardians down with you? How beautiful you think!"
"San San has a good temper and doesn't want to stoop to your level. But I, Xue Fu Xiao, don't care about the Celestial Palace. I also have a sense of the bigger picture. But I'm not afraid to tell you, even if the Celestial Palace surrenders to the Only Righteous Sect, what can you do? It's just a battle! At most, we'll perish together. What can you do?"
Xue Fu Xiao became more and more agitated as she spoke, "I won't say more. With the Celestial Palace in such a mess, the Only Righteous Sect dares to accept you? They're not afraid of heavenly punishment!"
"Shameless!"
Xue Fu Xiao's anger rose like a mountain, "You come here with such a meager offering, and then you lick your face and blame others. With such a small gift, you still want to come back for guidance. What do you think this place is? Even the fees for the Faceless Tower are more than this. What is the Guardian's strategist, Dong Fang San San?"
"Heavenly Emperor, it's not just me saying this. You tell me, did you handle this matter well?"
Xue Fu Xiao pointed at the Heavenly Emperor's nose and asked harshly, "You tell me!"
The Heavenly Emperor was caught off guard by Xue Fu Xiao's mention of the gift, and he was immediately put on the spot.
Aside from Xue Fu Xiao's curses, there was little he could refute.
It was undeniable that the Heavenly Emperor was in the wrong.
The Heavenly Emperor endured a long string of curses, but being caught red-handed, he could only take the insults without retaliating, and even his momentum was crushed by the scolding.
Even when Xue Fu Xiao called the Celestial Palace a pile of useless trash, the Heavenly Emperor couldn't muster any anger.
He was thoroughly humiliated.
Embarrassed, the Heavenly Emperor could only admit his mistake: "Brother Xue, Eastern Military Advisor, it's my fault. My fault. Please calm down... It's just that after so many years, I hardly consider human relationships and social norms... This time, it's my fault, my mistake... Sigh..."
Eastern San San frowned, "Xiao Xue, you've been ranting for so long, aren't you tired?"
Xue Fu Xiao turned her head slightly and said, "I could curse him for a year, and I still wouldn't be tired!"
"Guests should be treated with respect."
Eastern San San spoke gently, "Moreover, we've accepted their gift, but we didn't promise to do anything for them. If we calculate it, aren't we the ones taking advantage? Your anger seems a bit unreasonable."
"That's called returning favors! What do you mean by taking advantage?"
Xue Fu Xiao hummed but didn't say anything further.
However, the Heavenly Emperor was getting anxious. Eastern San San's words once again indicated her intention to stay out of the matter.
This was a bit... uncomfortable.
"Eastern Military Advisor, we agreed that I would go back and discuss it before returning. Regardless, you can't just ignore this matter."
The Heavenly Emperor's tone was apologetic, and he even sounded a bit pleading.
Eastern San San placed a hand on the Heavenly Emperor's shoulder and smiled bitterly, "Your Majesty, this is a matter of life and death for the Celestial Palace and the Netherworld. Your Majesty, you will truly have to face the divine beings. Even if I were to merely offer a suggestion, it would create immense cause and effect. Behind me is the entire Guardian Continent. A single word from me could possibly drag the entire continent into the abyss. I won't hide it from you, Your Majesty, if it were the Guardian, in this situation, would you choose to help or not?"
The Heavenly Emperor was stunned.
If the Guardians were faced with such a situation, would they help or not? Was there even a need to ask?
They would definitely not help!
For so many years, haven't you been in this situation? Has the Celestial Palace ever helped?
However, having this awareness in your heart is one thing, but you must never say it out loud.
But if you say you'll help... they won't believe you anyway, given your past record.
The Heavenly Emperor could only speak weakly, "Yes, we may provide the most assistance, but..."
At this point, Xue Fu Xiao snorted through her nose.
The Heavenly Emperor was afraid that Xue Fu Xiao would interrupt with something unpleasant, so he hurriedly continued, "But... Eastern Military Advisor, forgive my frankness. The situation in the Celestial Palace is not looking good, but the situation in the Guardian is not optimistic either."
"Although Eastern Military Advisor, you've also said that when the time comes, bowing your head can save your life. But I know you're not one to bow your head. When it comes to that, you'll either die a heroic death or drag the entire world into destruction with you."
"Living a cowardly life is not in your nature!"
"But in this situation, we're actually both on the brink of destruction. Why not join forces and support each other? If our two sides unite, there might still be a chance to defy fate!"
The Heavenly Emperor took a deep breath and spoke with the determination of a desperate gambler.
Join forces and support each other.
Unite and defy fate!
These were words that the Celestial Palace had never uttered in the past tens of thousands of years, but today, the Heavenly Emperor spoke them.
"Uniting is impossible!"
Eastern San San directly refused and said, "Your Majesty, I still stand by my words. It's better for you to go back and discuss it first. How about that?"
The Heavenly Emperor finally confirmed Eastern San San's determination to stay out of the muddy waters.
Unite.
This was something the previous Guardians had desperately sought. That's why he deliberately brought it up.
But today, Eastern San San refused without even considering it for even a moment.
"Can I see the bodies of the Divine Weasel Sect?"
Eastern San San's eyes flickered, and she said, "Wait a moment while I give an order for the researchers to step back. Xiao Xue will take you to see them."
She quickly made arrangements and said to Xue Fu Xiao, "You accompany His Majesty and make sure he doesn't start a fight! Then send His Majesty back from there."
Then she said to the Heavenly Emperor, "Your Majesty, please feel free. But when you leave, it's best to do so discreetly, using a void-breaking stealth technique. Safety is the top priority."
The Heavenly Emperor stood up, "In that case, thank you, Military Advisor, for your trouble today."
"Don't mention it."
Eastern San San smiled gently, "We've known each other for tens of thousands of years, no need to mention trouble."
Xue Fu Xiao's nose was crooked, and her eyes were askew as she said, "Shall we go? Do I need to carry you?"
"Xiao Xue, you're really something..."
Today, the Heavenly Emperor's temper was the best it had been in tens of thousands of years. He smiled and left with Xue Fu Xiao.
Watching the two leave.
Eastern San San let out a soft sigh.
She sat in her chair, rubbing her temples, her gaze turning deep and profound.
He replayed today's conversation from start to finish, thinking through every sentence, including the insults hurled by Xue Fu Xiao.
After a gentle sigh, his eyebrows relaxed slightly.
He began reviewing the messages and intel received during their conversation, issuing orders to have specific items delivered.
Half a time unit passed in busyness.
Xue Fu Xiao entered, closing the door behind her, and immediately beamed with excitement, barely containing her laughter. "Sansan, how was my performance today?"
"Flawless!"
Dongfang Sansan smiled as well.
"I recited the lines you taught me verbatim, and indeed, my emotions were stirred."
Xue Fu Xiao expressed admiration: "Your insults are truly... impressive. Why didn't I see this side of you before?"
Dongfang Sansan furrowed his brow, looking up at her seriously. "You said those words!"
"But you taught..." Xue Fu Xiao's eyes widened in surprise.
"I wouldn't teach someone to insult others!"
Dongfang Sansan's gaze turned stern, focusing on Xue Fu Xiao: "Today, you were the one insulting others!"
Xue Fu Xiao's face contorted, and she finally looked down, admitting, "Fine, I was the one insulting. I'm used to it!"
"Exactly, you were the one insulting."
Xue Fu Xiao nodded repeatedly.
Dongfang Sansan returned to reviewing documents, while Xue Fu Xiao, still excited, paced around the room: "That's right, I insulted him! What's wrong with that? He deserved it! What a thing! What nonsense! Heavenly Emperor... Ugh... How dare he take that name! Insulting him, what's the big deal? Even killing him would be justified!"
...
Xue Fu Xiao exclaimed, "This time, we must have thoroughly intimidated that old man. What's your next move regarding him and the Heavenly Palace?"
"Intimidated?"
Dongfang Sansan looked at her quizzically. "Did you think I intentionally tried to scare him?"
"Wasn't it?" Xue Fu Xiao froze.
"No."
Dongfang Sansan sighed. "On one hand, I indeed want to draw the Heavenly Palace in, but on the other, I'm genuinely apprehensive."
"If this were a few years ago, and the Heavenly Emperor approached me like this, I'd be delighted to use every means to drag the Heavenly Palace into the chaos of the mortal world."
"However, now..."
Dongfang Sansan let out a long sigh. "I have many concerns. As for the Heavenly Palace, I told the Heavenly Emperor I didn't dare to interfere, and it's not an empty threat."
Xue Fu Xiao looked puzzled. "Why?"
"Don't you understand?" Dongfang Sansan raised an eyebrow. "Didn't you say those words earlier?"
"I was just trying to scare him!"
Xue Fu Xiao's expression changed as a realization dawned on him: "What I said... was true?"
"..."
Dongfang Sansan rubbed his temples.
"I only followed your teachings, with a bit of improvisation."
Xue Fu Xiao's eyes widened. "The Heavenly Emperor of the Heavenly Palace... will truly face heavenly retribution?"
Dongfang Sansan remained silent, unwilling to speak.
"This is amazing!"
Xue Fu Xiao's excitement returned.
"The outcome is currently unknown. I'm uncertain. However, one thing is certain: the precursors to the Divine War have truly begun to emerge."
Dongfang Sansan's expression turned solemn, his voice laced with concern. "Perhaps Yan Nan has also sensed it."
Xue Fu Xiao's face reflected a mix of confusion and excitement. "Fight against the gods?"
"..."
Dongfang Sansan decided to enlighten Xue Fu Xiao, as the latter's potential attempt to breakthrough and participate in this conflict would be perilous.
Dongfang Sansan knew that Xue Fu Xiao, Duan Xiaoyang, Yutianqi, Rui Qianshan, Sun Wutian, and even Zheng Yuandong and Feng Du...
would all find the 'War against the Gods' irresistible!
For these martial arts enthusiasts, that was the ultimate, endless path!
Even death in this pursuit would be satisfying!
However, how could they die?
Only the Righteous Sect could afford to die, but the Guardian's side couldn't!
He gazed at Xue Fu Xiao, his tone heavy. "Let me tell you a few things."
"Go ahead."
Xue Fu Xiao's face radiated excitement, his eyes sparkling with longing!
Clearly, he was already fantasizing about the 'War against the Gods'.
"Based on my discussions with Fengyun Qi and our analysis of the pre-snow chaos in the celestial signs, first, the Three Realms have undergone significant changes. This time, the Guardian might have an opportunity to intervene!"
"Moreover, if the Guardian seizes this chance, it will be our only opportunity!"
"And this sole chance, in a way, will be a decisive battle! A low-level decisive battle!"
"This is our prediction, not the actual situation, but the actual situation might not deviate much from our expectations."
Dongfang Sansan's expression remained solemn. "This is the first point."
"Second, remember the strange, gigantic silhouettes in the sky during the anomaly? There was a centipede, followed by a snake, and others, ending with... a crying, flying bear?"
(End of Chapter)
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