Chapter 1902: Chapter 1907: Sothing Fishy
"I don’t have an opinion on that for now, but I want to say that the Princess of Chen Kingdom isn’t soone anyone can casually marry."
"I agree with that, but after becoming the Prince Consort, the reward is really tempting!"
Xia Liu stared at the bottom line of the notice.
After becoming the Prince Consort, you will imdiately receive five pounds of gilding, plus a Supre Grade Dharma Artifact!
Xia Liu wasn’t interested in the Dharma Artifact.
Those five pounds of gilding are the biggest temptation!
"This reward is indeed hard to resist."
Bai Jue had to admit this point.
Moreover, this Prince Consort must at least be at the Foundation Establishnt Stage.
Golden Core Stage cultivators are not eligible to participate.
If a Qi Cultivation Stage cultivator has strong talent and is confident in achieving Foundation Establishnt within a year, they are eligible to join the contest for the Prince Consort position.
This way, Xia Liu is entirely eligible to participate.
But the depths of the intrigue, perhaps only those within the palace know.
"After three years, the Princess is looking for a Prince Consort again."
"There’s no other choice, the last Prince Consort died of illness before the wedding night, so Princess Qingwu has had a tough fate."
"Keep your voice down; if the Guard Army hears, you’re finished!"
...
Listening to the conversation of two cultivators not far away, Xia Liu grew intensely interested.
Especially regarding the death of the previous Prince Consort.
"Daoist Fellows, I’m Xia Liu, new to the Golden Capital District."
"Oh? Does Daoist Fellow Xia have any matters?"
One of the cultivators asked.
He remained sowhat guarded with strangers.
Who knows if the other party has ulterior motives.
"I want to try competing for the Prince Consort position; however, since I’m new here, there are many things I don’t understand. I wonder if you two Daoist Fellows could help clarify so issues."
"Of course, but this isn’t the place to talk, Daoist Fellow Xia..."
"Indeed, this is my first ti here; where is the best inn in the city?"
After observing the sowhat shifty-eyed cultivator, Xia Liu quickly responded.
"Co, I’ll take you there, but neither of us brought Spirit Stones, so..."
"It’s too kind of you to say that; today’s expenses are all on ."
"Alright! Let’s go then!"
Under their guidance, Xia Liu soon arrived at a very luxuriously decorated inn.
The inn was extrely quiet.
The cultivators who entered here were usually rather wealthy or ordinary people having vast riches.
It is considered an upscale place.
The Golden Capital District is under the rule of Chen Kingdom.
Ordinary people live very comfortably here.
Should they be bullied without reason by a cultivator, that cultivator would end up rather tragically.
Two pots of premium Spiritual Wine were ordered, and Xia Liu readily paid five Supre Grade Spirit Stones.
Seeing Xia Liu pay the bill without batting an eye.
The two cultivators sitting nearby exchanged a glance and smiled as if making so decision.
"Daoist Fellow Jia, Daoist Fellow Ming, do you need anything else?"
Xia Liu asked.
"Nothing more, we mainly wanted a quiet place, Daoist Fellow Xia is indeed too courteous."
Jia Quan filled his glass confidently.
It was his first ti stepping into such a place today.
Could not let this mont go wasted!
"Not at all, Daoist Fellow Jia, Daoist Fellow Ming, you just ntioned, what’s with the previous Prince Consort?"
After so small talk, Xia Liu directed the topic back to serious matters.
"Here’s the thing, the previous Prince Consort was elected three years ago, with a cultivation level at the Foundation Establishnt Mid-Stage. Everyone envied him for being able to live a carefree life. Who knew, within a few days, a notice ca out saying the Prince Consort died of illness..."
"This news was simply wonderful to everyone since Princess Qingwu is as beautiful as an earthly fairy. Every man in the Golden Capital District wants to beco the Prince Consort."
...
Listening to Jia Quan’s excited words.
Xia Liu couldn’t help but sigh.
This fool wasn’t concerned about why the elected Prince Consort died.
He was actually attentive to the Princess’s beauty.
Xia Liu was sure that the previous Prince Consort’s death wasn’t a sudden death.
There must be so underlying cause!
Regarding Princess Qingwu’s beauty, Xia Liu held no interest.
Thus, interrupting Jia Quan’s words, he asked, "How old was the previous Prince Consort, and what was the reason for his election?"
"Daoist Fellow Xia asked correctly; the previous Prince Consort was just over thirty. Imagine being over thirty, while Princess Qingwu was only twenty at the ti. Everyone envied that beast for being able to marry the twenty-year-old Princess Qingwu..."
"Ahem, Daoist Fellow Jia, you might want to delve into the key reason he won."
Xia Liu really didn’t want to hear more praises for Princess Qingwu.
Even as beautiful as the heavens, Xia Liu wouldn’t have any thoughts about her.
"Ahem, he could win because he was adept both in culture and in martial arts. He also had the most special point, he was a Dual Origin possessor!"
"Dual Origin!"
Hearing this crucial point, Xia Liu was slightly surprised.
Also, he was even more perplexed.
Foundation Establishnt Mid-Stage cultivation, coupled with Dual Origin.
Dying suddenly, it doesn’t make any sense.
"Yes, according to insider information, it was precisely because this fellow had Dual Origin talent that he could pass the examination and beco the Prince Consort of Chen Kingdom."
"But, that guy was really pitiful, never even bedding Princess Qingwu in his life."
Jia Quan didn’t pity that man.
Rather, he rejoiced for all those in Chen Kingdom who harbored thoughts about Princess Qingwu.
If they couldn’t sleep with her, they certainly hoped no one could.
"Thanks a lot to both Daoist Fellows for the information; let
first drink in appreciation to you."
Xia Liu raised his glass and finished his drink.
He already had an idea.
He must compete for the Prince Consort position.
After all, winning would allow him to get five pounds of gilding on the spot.
As for the following intrigue, how would he know?
After getting the reward, he plans to escape imdiately.
Even with Golden Core Stage experts watching, he is confident in his escape.
"Daoist Fellow Xia, you are indeed too kind. You’re new to the Golden Capital District and surely unfamiliar with many places. If you don’t mind, we can guide you around to show so places, as a thank for today’s treat."
"That’s too troubleso for you two, and this al is indeed because I wanted to ask you about sothing."
"This al could cost us two days’ wages, so separating here would leave us feeling ashad."
"Yes, yes, Daoist Fellow Xia, if you want to participate in the Prince Consort examination, we know the area well and can lead you to the registration place."
Jia Quan and the other cultivator spoke with great enthusiasm.
"Well... then it’s trouble for you two Daoist Fellows."
"No trouble at all!"
Both of them laughed, finished their wine and at, and led Xia Liu on a tour around the Border City.
Finally, pointing in a direction, saying, a Sword Flight for another ancient hour would reach the city for registration.
Xia Liu intended to go on his own, but the two were so enthusiastic that he had to let them lead.
No choice, Xia Liu could only follow them, controlling his sword in flight.
"Daoist Fellow Xia, I feel you have no hope of becoming the Prince Consort."
"Oh? Why do you say that?"
During the flight, Xia Liu wondered how Jia Quan could be so certain of his lack of hope.
"Because you only have Qi Cultivation Stage cultivation."
Jia Quan said.
"I have confidence in my talent, advancing to Foundation Establishnt within a year won’t be a problem."
"Oh, and there’s another point, today, you might end up crippled in this desolate forest!"
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