tkworld Chapter 225 Emperor Qing Huan: Must Be Exposed To Both Rain And Dew!
Chapter 225 Emperor Qing Huan: Must Be Exposed To Both Rain And Dew!
Chapter 225: Emperor Qing Huan: Everyone must benefit!
The Dao Court, a crucial location in the Grotto-Heaven world.
In the Grotto-Heaven world, Emperor Qing Huan lazily reclined on a bed, his voluptuous and enchanting figure and stunning beauty enveloped in a magnificent and dazzling glow. Princess Long Yi sat beside him, her flawless beauty accentuated by an exquisite hairpin adorned in her high bun. Her gaze was calm as she silently listened to the report from her attendant, Su Yuanzhen.
The focus of the report naturally revolved around the recent intense calamity caused by the Demon Race. It detailed which sects and families in the Extreme Void Starry Sky had fallen or suffered heavy losses and had to seek help from all directions. It also mentioned which Supreme Dao forces were facing resource shortages and had sent envoys to Dao Court seeking support.
No one knew how long this calamity would last. Perhaps the three emperors of Dao Court had their own speculations, but they couldn't reveal anything to the outside world.
"...Is Bright Moon Sword Sect really so stubborn?" Princess Long Yi asked calmly. "Even at this point, they refuse to bow their heads. They insist on waiting until their mountain gate is breached by those outsiders, their sect completely destroyed, and their heritage severed before feeling regret?"
Su Yuanzhen smiled and replied, "People only shed tears when they see the coffin. After all, they have inherited the Dao tradition for tens of thousands of years. They won't willingly hand over their sect's heritage until they have no other choice."
Princess Long Yi shook her head slightly. "Then let them continue to struggle! Let's see how long they can hold on. Jade Pearl Star Palace is also struggling to survive and can no longer support them. If they don't make up their minds soon, they might become the next fallen Supreme Dao force!"
Su Yuanzhen agreed deeply, "Your Highness is right. The current situation is difficult. If they can survive, that's already good enough. They should continue to hold on. In the future, they will only regret it themselves if they don't."
A few days ago, the sect master of Bright Moon Sword Sect, Lin Xuanyuan, sent someone to seek help from Dao Court. The high-ranking members of Dao Court did not refuse, but the conditions they offered were too harsh for Bright Moon Sword Sect to accept, so they couldn't reach an agreement.
If they were to accept all those conditions, it would mean that Bright Moon Sword Sect would have to give up its previous independent status and become a vassal force of Dao Court. Any future decisions would have to be made according to the wishes of the high-ranking members of Dao Court. This was something Lin Xuanyuan couldn't accept.
Of course, the high-ranking members of Dao Court wouldn't force them. If they didn't agree, it was fine. But from then on, they would have to handle all the troubles themselves. If they could handle it, everyone would be happy. If they couldn't, they would perish, and no one could be blamed.
The reason why those Supreme-level Dao forces that had already fallen, besides being located near the Dark Immortal Domain and being targeted by the Demon Race descendants and many high-level experts from the beginning, was also because they were unwilling to submit to the conditions of Dao Court.
With their own strength being insufficient and without strong external support, once they were targeted by the Apex Level experts among the Demon Race descendants, there was no possibility of survival other than waiting for death.
"Aunt Yuanzhen, how long do you think those Dao forces can hold on?" Princess Long Yi asked with interest.
Su Yuanzhen thought for a moment before cautiously saying, "Bright Moon Sword Sect originally had a Quasi-Saint Emperor, but unfortunately, due to severe injuries, it is impossible for them to recover. They are as good as having none. As for those quasi-dead elders in the Grotto-Heaven secret realm, they might come out at a critical moment and cause significant damage to those outsiders, but that's about it."
"I estimate that if they're unlucky, they might last for another year or so at most. Even if they're lucky, they might hold on for two or three years at most. But if a Demon Race Quasi-Saint Emperor appears at their mountain gate, they probably won't last even three days."
The power of a Quasi-Saint Emperor is indeed close to the pinnacle of the laws of this world, but it is far from invincible. In the long years gone by, there have been many Quasi-Saint Emperors who were severely injured and fell into a deep sleep due to various reasons, far more than one could imagine.
Princess Long Yi nodded. "That's about what I guessed. It seems that Jade Pearl Star Palace is not doing well either. I heard that not only have the Demon Race descendants come knocking on their door, but there is also an unknown force that has repeatedly attacked their core territory, causing considerable losses. Until now, they still haven't figured out who the other party is... Truly..."
Emperor Qing Huan actually had some guesses about the identity of that unknown force, but for various reasons, she would never reveal even a hint to outsiders.
As for the situation of Nine Spirits Clear Origin Gate and Jade Drop Divine Temple, it is not optimistic. Without sufficient and powerful external support, it is only a matter of time before those anomalies break through the main stronghold of the sect.
However, looking at the current Extreme Void Starry Sky, apart from the Dao Court, which sits high above and watches the changes in the world, there are very few Supreme-level forces that can support other sects. It is impossible for these severely damaged sects to preserve their inheritance without paying a heavy price.
In fact, many small and medium-sized sects, as well as ordinary major sects and large families, have announced their unconditional submission to the Dao Court. Although they have lost their autonomy and must now obey the Dao Court, it is still better than being killed by the descendants of the Demon Race and ending up with no burial place.
It is clear to anyone with discerning eyes that after this calamity of the Demon Race, only a few forces will survive. The huge power vacuum will be divided among these remaining sects.
Among them, the overall strength and influence of the Dao Court will experience a surge, far surpassing the situation before the calamity, and getting closer to the goal of unifying the entire Extreme Void Starry Sky.
Whether one likes it or not, the Extreme Void Starry Sky is ultimately a space-time world where strength speaks.
"...These four Supreme-level forces actually don't need much attention," Emperor Qing Huan's elegant and clear voice sounded, "For them, it's just a matter of dying early or dying late. Tell the people below not to pay attention to any of their loan requests anymore. Increase the price of selling various resources by thirty percent, and let them repay the debts they owe to the Dao Court in advance. That's where their final value lies!"
"Uh, understood..."
Although Su Yuanzhen was somewhat puzzled, he still respectfully agreed, but couldn't help but have some doubts in his heart.
After thinking for a moment, the loyal attendant reminded, "Your Majesty, if these four Supreme-level forces perish, there will only be Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace, a Supreme-level force, left in a large area of the Immortal Domain! The remaining sects and families are simply unable to do anything to Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace. So, should we consider it again?"
These four forces are all enemies of Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace. Now that they have all perished, Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace will no longer be restrained and can calmly digest the fruits of victory and expand into the surrounding areas. It might even be possible to occupy ten or more unclaimed large Immortal Domains in one go.
Emperor Qing Huan smiled, "Although that's true, I have no intention of changing my mind. I believe the two emperors have the same idea."
With the vision of this Quasi-Saint Emperor, it is natural to see that the rise of Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace is an unstoppable trend, and those surrounding forces are simply unable to stop it. Even if the Dao Court is willing to support them with all its might and spare no effort, in the end, it will still be a fruitless investment.
The reason is simple. It's because of Qin Muling. Under the suppression of unparalleled luck, the combined strength of those Supreme-level forces is no match for him. So, this outcome has long been predetermined.
Princess Long Yi whispered, "Mother, are we just going to ignore Qin Muling?"
"Do you regret it?"
Emperor Qing Huan's pure and clear gaze looked at her. Princess Long Yi sighed and remained silent.
When she was still in the Dao Court, Princess Long Yi had a quite good impression of Qin Muling. It was only when she learned that he already had a Dao companion that she hesitated and ultimately reluctantly gave up.
But now, looking back, this is probably the only foolish thing she has done in her life, and also the biggest one.
Emperor Qing Huan's tone was indifferent: "It's alright, I will discuss with the Emperor of Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace later, and you should be able to get what you want. However... you have to find a way to get along with the sisters around Qin Muling. After all, they were here first."
"Can't we just drive them all away?"
Princess Long Yi's expression brightened slightly, but then she asked with a hint of persistence.
"It's not possible at the moment. They have been with Qin Muling for so long, and they have developed feelings. Moreover, since Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace has realized the immeasurable value of Qin Muling, how could they willingly give up? We have to leave some room for them. If they insist on monopolizing her, they won't compromise even if it means completely falling out with Dao Court."
"Alright, I understand."
Princess Long Yi let out a sigh of relief. This was still a good outcome. As long as she could be with Qin Muling day and night, he would eventually accept her.
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Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace, Imperial Dao Peak.
Taking advantage of her senior sisters not yet returning, Qin Muling slipped into Mu Yinghua's Cave Mansion once again, under the guise of seeking guidance on cultivation.
Qin Muling believed that serving tea, pouring water, and massaging were all effective ways to deepen the bond between master and disciple, so she thought and acted accordingly.
However, it was not a good timing today. Just as Qin Muling had started, with familiar clouds of light emerging, the graceful figure of Emperor Xin Yu appeared in the Cave Mansion.
"Emperor, why have you come?"
Mu Yinghua was surprised and quickly pushed away the hand resting on her plump and snowy shoulder, standing up to pay her respects. Qin Muling could only follow suit.
Fortunately, Emperor Xin Yu didn't mind and spoke gently, "I have a premonition that the person from Dao Court may contact you later, so you should be prepared."
"Is it about Mu Ling again?"
Mu Yinghua quickly realized after a moment of contemplation, her face showing a hint of displeasure. "Didn't we already make it clear to her last time? Why does she still..."
Emperor Xin Yu calmly said, "Considering the current situation, this should be the most suitable choice, right? Deep down, you also understand."
Mu Yinghua's momentum suddenly deflated, and she helplessly rubbed her forehead. What kind of situation was this? Just when she finally sent away the person from Great Brahman Sound Monastery, Divine Maiden Sect and Azure Hill Hall were not easy to deal with either. Now Emperor Qing Huan was interfering, making her feel mentally and physically exhausted.
Sure enough, after a while, Mu Yinghua's communication jade token lit up.
She skillfully infused it with mana, and a gorgeous flow of light appeared on the surface of the jade token. After a few moments, it transformed into a mirror-like projection of mana, revealing the figure of Emperor Qing Huan inside.
Qin Muling glanced around and discreetly hid behind Emperor Xin Yu. He didn't want to attract the attention of this important figure on the other side.
"Do you know why I contacted you?"
Emperor Qing Huan didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point, saying, "In a few days, Princess Long Yi will set off for the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace, and she will bring a batch of assistance for your side. From now on, she will be Mu Ling's Dao companion. I'm sure as the sect leader, you won't oppose, right?"
Mu Yinghua glanced at Emperor Xin Yu beside her and furrowed her brows as she asked, "If I insist on not agreeing, it seems like there's nothing you can do to us, right? Mu Ling will never yield to your pressure!"
Regarding the external image and reputation of the Dao Court, Emperor Qing Huan couldn't possibly turn hostile as long as there was no fault on the part of the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace. Moreover, as long as Qin Muling stayed in the sect's main altar and didn't leave, she couldn't barge into the main altar to snatch people.
Emperor Qing Huan raised an eyebrow and smiled lightly, saying, "Indeed, I can't do anything to you, but... I am well aware of Mu Ling's true identity. The one who is about to revive in the Genesis Star Palace, her old subordinates have already begun to act in the Extreme Void Starry Sky. I wonder what you think?"
"You don't need to rush to deny it. Besides Mu Ling, I can't think of anyone else who could achieve such a miraculous feat as Xinyu Senior Sister's quick recovery. And those Supreme Elders in your Grotto-Heaven Secret Realm, they are almost fully recovered, right?"
"If you really don't want to acknowledge my proposal, I won't force you. However, in the future, if the one from the Genesis Star Palace receives news and comes to take Mu Ling away, I'm afraid Xinyu Senior Sister alone won't be able to stop her!"
"You..."
Mu Yinghua's expression finally changed, and even Emperor Xin Yu furrowed her brows tightly, remaining silent.
Emperor Qing Huan's meaning was simple: Do you want to have it all to yourselves? Refuse to share the benefits? Then let's just go our separate ways!
When the news leaks in the future that the original owner of the Genesis Star Palace has learned that the Innate Primordial Spirit Seed has been taken away by you, I'm afraid she will not only come to snatch people but also annihilate the entire Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace. Let's see how you handle it then.
"How will you treat us?"
After a moment of silence, Emperor Xin Yu finally spoke up and asked.
"It's simple. You convince Mu Ling to accept Princess Long Yi. The internal forces of the Dao Court, including my faction, can fully support the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace and stand with you. And I am confident that I can persuade the other two Emperor Lords to lend a hand when necessary."
"How about it? These conditions are already quite sincere, right?"
Emperor Qing Huan smiled reservedly.
The four peak Quasi-Saint Emperor Lords, facing the one from the Genesis Star Palace, may not be able to defeat her, but they can at least contend with her to some extent and gain the qualification to negotiate.
After weighing the options for a while, Mu Yinghua sighed softly and said, "With these conditions, we really can't refuse."
Emperor Qing Huan expressed satisfaction and said, "As long as you understand. So, is it settled like this?"
The end of the month is approaching, friends with monthly tickets, don't hide them, give them to the host!
(End of this chapter)