As for the Crown Prince Zi Qi, who had already lost his chance to compete for the throne before he could even react...
Li Ping’an rely used his Immortal Consciousness to admire the shocked, confused, astonished, angry, and fearful expression on the Crown Prince’s face, but did not do much more.
There are rules even in the mourning of feudal lords;
The vast majority of feudal lords live far away from Chaoge City, so even if they ride the fastest Exotic Beast Suoma, rushing day and night to Chaoge City, they still cannot make it in ti for the late king’s burial.
Therefore, like the Marquis of Xibo, where it is too far for the feudal lords, they send hostages in Chaoge City as representatives of the marquis’ residence to attend the late king’s funeral.
Attending the late king’s funeral symbolizes recognition of the hostage’s future inheritance rights by Chaoge City.
Initially, Li Ping’an did not care much about such trivial matters but ended up causing so discontent.
His attention is now entirely focused on matters outside of Chaoge City.
Zi Shou has beco Emperor Xin;
The cataclysm has taken a significant step forward;
What reaction will my teacher have if I stir things again on that side?
Li Ping’an felt a bit of anticipation in his heart.
Continue to act!
...
In the secret realm opened up by Old Man Wangri, within the Chaos Sea.
"The struggle for the mortal throne is truly interesting."
Daoist Ze Yun looked at the scenes shown in the Cloud Mirror from Chaoge City’s Royal Palace and couldn’t help but sigh with admiration:
"Our Heavenly Emperor effortlessly pushed the Crown Prince out of the ga.
"The Crown Prince painstakingly planned for over a decade, connecting with so many generals and ministers, yet ended up with no opportunities to use them.
"Could this Li Jing have been placed in the Southern Continent by Emperor Li Tian to execute today’s matters?"
Old Man Wangri shook his head with a smile: "Not so, Li Jing is an important figure in the Investiture of the Gods Cataclysm, placing him in the Southern Continent likely aims to gain more control during the cataclysm."
Taoist Hongjun spoke slowly: "Li Ping’an’s actions also have contradictions, he doesn’t want the Investiture of the Gods Cataclysm to occur, so why make such arrangents?"
"A contradiction? Perhaps not."
Old Man Wangri spoke warmly:
"If the cataclysm can be averted, that would naturally be best. Stopping the cataclysm from manifesting is the best strategy.
"But what if they can’t stop it? Gaining enough control during the cataclysm is a mid-level strategy.
"Even gaining control might not resist my sches, so he’s prepared to fail and let things slide. This is the low strategy.
"These top, middle, and lower strategies are not mutually exclusive; he’s enacting all of them."
Taoist Hongjun clicked his tongue, a smile with deep aning at the corner of his mouth: "In that case, I must congratulate you in advance, friend, for fulfilling your wish to eliminate variables."
"Alas, now that Taiyi has beco Emperor Xin, why do I feel sowhat uneasy?"
Old Man Wangri slightly frowned, quietly observing the images presented in the Cloud Mirror, his gaze flickering gently.
He murmured:
"There are tis I do not wish to lie to them, especially this sole disciple, the centuries spent with him are precious mories for .
"But explaining many things would be too troubleso.
"It might be better like this... I’m now sowhat worried that Taiyi might leave my side."
Hongjun said indifferently: "Not leaving your side, but slipping from your control, right?"
Daoist Ze Yun explained gently from the side: "You are too worried, dear friend, Taiyi respects you greatly."
"No, no, no, you don’t understand human nature here."
Old Man Wangri laughed:
"He respects and holds reverence for , and this respect, no matter how long it lasts, is just respect.
"But once he develops mortal affections, perhaps falls in love with a woman like that Nine-tailed Fox Zhi Chu, he will quickly beco enraptured by her charms, and these feelings, in ti, could surpass his respect for .
"Apart from this, there’s also another matter, that is the concept of bosom friends, where one dies for a confidant, and Taiyi just happens to have this disposition.
"The Chaos Bell has really posed a big problem for , with its interference, I fear Ping’an might truly co to so realization."
Hongjun calculated with his fingers, raising an eyebrow slightly: "According to what the Heavenly Dao reveals, the essence of our Heavenly Emperor has moved once again."
Old Man Wangri pointed with a smile, and the Cloud Mirror in front of him transford again. After a few tremors, it presented a scene of gray clouds.
The gray clouds gradually dispersed, revealing Li Ping’an walking from outside the canvas of heaven and earth, each step spanning thousands of miles, external scenery changing with each slight tremble.
Finally, Li Ping’an stopped, looking down at the land beyond the canvas.
Old Man Wangri’s smile grew even more pronounced as he gently narrowed his eyes.
Taoist Hongjun observed this with so curiosity.
When Old Man Wangri reveals such an expression, it actually signifies that he has started to beco serious.
What did Li Ping’an suddenly realize?
Hongjun carefully observed the scenes displayed by the Cloud Mirror. The area Li Ping’an had reached was...
The Xuanyuan Mausoleum’s Main Hall.
...
Li Ping’an looked at Lady Ba’s sowhat thin figure, feeling a bit of heartache.
In fact, the two had no real conflict, just driven by their respective missions and responsibilities.
Never mind, today I’ll shalessly give it a try!
Li Ping’an first cleared his throat, alerting Lady Ba to his presence. After waiting for two breaths, he stepped out from the hall’s corner, looking at Lady Ba with a smile.
That elder sister didn’t turn back;
Yet her voice was still quite gentle.
"Why has Your Majesty suddenly co to my place?"
Lady Ba spoke softly:
"If sothing urgent arises, Your Majesty can just send a ssage directly. Nowadays, the heavy responsibilities of heaven and earth weigh on Your Majesty. Coming here might easily displease the Queen Mother."
Li Ping’an casually walked over to Lady Ba, summoned a cushion, and sat next to her.
He sat in this carefree manner, turning his head to observe Lady Ba’s profile.
Lady Ba looked to the side, but she didn’t move, seemingly allowing him to be this close.
Li Ping’an knew how to take an inch and advance a mile.
He reached out for Lady Ba’s wrist.
Slap!
Li Ping’an rubbed his slapped right hand, smiling indifferently: "It’s been a long ti since we last t, and I wanted to get closer to you. We can’t always be this distant, can we?"
"Your Majesty, please restrain yourself."
Lady Ba sighed softly with her head down:
"This much is enough for now. Why must we beco Dao companions? I don’t wish to share you with others, compete or be jealous. It truly is unpleasant.
"Your Majesty should speak of serious matters."
"With Your Majesty’s character, it must be sothing urgent."
Li Ping’an chuckled awkwardly, then said: "Alright, I’m not here for anything urgent, just wanted to talk about matters of the Human Race with you."
"Oh," Lady Ba appeared slightly displeased, "What does Your Majesty want to discuss about the Human Race?"
Li Ping’an replied: "The forr Emperor Xuanyuan once passed down to a Secret Technique, saying it’s the Human Race’s last ans of counterattack, the sa thod he used before to gather the essence of the Human Race and transform it into a Golden Dragon to confront the out-of-control Chaotic Behemoth head-on."
Lady Ba’s expression grew solemn, nodding slowly: "Father has already passed it to you? I thought only I had a copy."
"Can I borrow your copy to take a look?"
Li Ping’an asked quietly, his Taoist heart stirring:
"This matter is extrely important for heaven and earth.
"Honestly, I’m currently planning in the Southern Continent. The mundane Shang Kingdom’s emperor has just ascended the throne, nad Zi Shou, titled Emperor Xin, a critical component of the Daoist Celestial Consecration Tribulation.
"He has another identity you should already know, East Emperor Taiyi, the Transcender’s Child."
"Hmm?"
Lady Ba tilted her head slightly: "They reported to , are you plotting against him too?"
"I’m trying to bring him into the camp resisting the Transcenders. I’ve already made so progress."
Li Ping’an spoke earnestly:
"His beloved, also his disciple, is now under my control;
"Later, I will continue to operate by his side.
"I intend to give him this thod... There must be a suitable opportunity for him to acquire this technique, then have him, under the title of Human Emperor, resist the Transcenders.
"If he can be persuaded, our chances of victory would increase by at least ten percent in the future."
Lady Ba gave it careful thought.
East Emperor Taiyi was the Ancient Demon Emperor, the Ancient Heavenly Court caused imnse harm to the Human Race, not sothing easily explained.
How can a Secret Technique only used in the Human Race’s desperate tis be given to the Ancient Demon Emperor?
Lady Ba looked up at Li Ping’an, seeing those clear eyes filled with expectation.
"Alright," Lady Ba agreed softly, "After all, it’s a high stakes gamble. If we lose, I will bear the responsibility with you."
Li Ping’an’s eyes imdiately lit up with laughter.
Whilst a certain Transcender observing this scene had already begun to calculate sothing with eyes closed, his rare serious expression showing.
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