readytorunbook Chapter 260 Qin Muling: Can I Marry The Emperor?
Chapter 260 Qin Muling: Can I Marry The Emperor?
Chapter 260: Qin Muling: Can I marry the Emperor?
With nearly absolute power by her side, her style of doing things naturally became straightforward and direct, without the need for many strategies or probing.
Emperor Bing Chan was just like that, and so far, the dozens of Supreme Dao forces she had visited had all treated her with great respect and had granted her every request without hesitation. There was hardly any opposition or defiance.
Therefore, here at the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace, she had no reservations and directly stated her request.
"...Bring them all out for me to see. If there are no problems, I will leave. I believe you won't object, right?" Emperor Bing Chan calmly said, her sharp gaze sweeping over the core disciples who were serving around her.
In her eyes, the aptitude and potential of these female cultivators were not outstanding at all. At best, they were just qualified. They could never expect to achieve great success in their lifetime.
But considering the current situation of the Extreme Void Starry Sky, this was a common occurrence. After visiting so many Dao forces, only the so-called monstrous geniuses could barely catch Emperor Bing Chan's attention.
However, even with the foundation of the Supreme Dao forces, the number of monstrous geniuses was extremely rare. Among the disciples of a generation, there were only a few at most, and naturally, they were not regarded highly by Emperor Bing Chan.
In the past, during the heyday of the Genesis Star Palace, there were countless outstanding disciples within the sect, and experts emerged one after another. That was why they were able to occupy the peak position of the number one Immortal Sacred Land for countless ages.
Emperor Xin Yu and Mu Yinghua exchanged a subtle glance without leaving any traces, and said, "Since it is Fellow Daoist Bing Chan's request, there is no reason for us to refuse. However, the few of them are currently in the Illusory Mist Secret Realm searching for opportunities and have not returned. I'm afraid we cannot fulfill Fellow Daoist's wish."
"Illusory Mist Secret Realm again?" Emperor Bing Chan frowned, her tone somewhat disdainful. "Those Heavenly Human Race bastards are clearly setting traps for you, plotting to take advantage of the luck of my Extreme Void Starry Sky. Why can't you remember? What's so worth going to that place? It's better to stay behind closed doors and cultivate!"
"Fellow Daoist speaks the truth," Emperor Xin Yu smiled and said, "but the Extreme Void Starry Sky has been devastated by multiple calamities and is no longer the prosperous era of ancient times. Resources are scarce, and opportunities for cultivation are hard to come by. Many Dao forces can only let their disciples take risks and try their luck there."
Beside them, Dongfang Zhihan's puzzled gaze lingered on Mu Yinghua. The Supreme cultivation of the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace's sect master was not outstanding, but her appearance and demeanor were quite remarkable. Moreover, the aura emanating from her... gave her a sense of familiarity.
Hmm, not only Mu Yinghua, even Emperor Xin Yu had a similar aura.
Before this little fairy could figure out the reason, she heard Emperor Bing Chan say, "Forget it, since they can't come out now, there's no need to force it. Let them go to the Sacred Land themselves after the secret realm is closed!"
Emperor Xin Yu secretly breathed a sigh of relief and said warmly, "In that case, let's settle it like this."
"Very well, then I'll take my leave!" Emperor Bing Chan didn't waste any time and got up gracefully after setting down her teacup. At this moment, she didn't suspect anything. After all, the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace had not participated in the looting of the Genesis Star Palace back then and could completely distance themselves from any suspicion. The reason for her visit was just a formality.
On the other hand, the Dao forces that had participated in the looting were all subjected to Emperor Bing Chan's strict interrogation and had to provide sufficient compensation before they could barely pass.
Emperor Xin Yu and Mu Yinghua immediately got up and sent Emperor Bing Chan and her entourage out of the mountain gate formation. They continued to watch until their spacecraft disappeared into the depths of the void before finally feeling relieved.
"Let's discuss it when we get back." Emperor Xin Yu stopped Mu Yinghua from speaking and said calmly.
Mu Yinghua looked at the female disciples who were seeing off the guests around them and silently nodded.
So the two women returned to the sect. As the exclusive Grotto-Heaven world of the Emperor, they didn't have to worry about being spied on by outsiders, so they could discuss certain confidential matters with peace of mind.
"Is it just a coincidence?"
The figures of Emperor Qing Huan and Emperor Tong Yin appeared, followed by Princess Long Yi and Fairy Qing Chan. Emperor Tong Yin lightly waved the spiritual jade scepter in his hand and furrowed his brows as he asked.
Emperor Xin Yu said, "It can be basically determined that way. According to the information we have, the people from Genesis Star Palace have been 'visiting' numerous sects and forces of various sizes in recent days, including dozens of Supreme sects. Obviously, they are also unaware of the whereabouts of the Innate Primordial Spirit Seed and have no clues at all. Therefore, they can only resort to this clumsy method of searching for a needle in a haystack."
"If that's the case, then there shouldn't be any immediate problem."
Emperor Qing Huan nodded and said, "There is still more than two years until the Illusory Mist Secret Realm closes. We can plan carefully on how to handle this situation."
Mu Yinghua sighed, "Others can find ways to conceal their identities, but it's not easy for Mu Ling. Once he appears in front of Bing Chan, it's likely that no secrets can be kept, and his true identity will be exposed."
Princess Long Yi couldn't help but say, "Can't someone impersonate him? After all, they have never seen Junior Brother before, and his cultivation level is not high. It shouldn't be too difficult to deceive them."
"But how can they impersonate his luck?" Mu Yinghua furrowed her brows. Qin Muling's terrifying luck is no longer a secret among the higher-ups of various forces. Almost all intelligence organizations have listed him as a key figure, and every move he makes will be closely watched.
Emperor Tong Yin fell silent for a while and said, "In that case, let's do this. After the secret realm is closed, we can find a random reason, such as Qin Muling going on a journey to seek opportunities for cultivation and perishing in some ancient ruins. Let those people outside completely give up."
Such things have not been uncommon in the past. Some talented individuals with great potential, who were highly regarded by various parties, disappeared shortly after due to various accidents, leaving countless regrets for future generations. Adding one more Qin Muling wouldn't seem out of place.
"I feel like it won't have much effect," Mu Yinghua shook her head. "Those cunning people are not so easily fooled. Even if it works, it will only deceive them temporarily. It won't be long before they see through it, maybe within a few years."
"Regardless of whether it works or not, we can deceive them for as long as possible!" Emperor Qing Huan said. At present, they can only do their best to buy Qin Muling more time. Fortunately, Emperor Bing Chan has not yet become suspicious, and the legendary Saint of Genesis Star Palace has not returned, so things have not developed to the worst stage.
Emperor Qing Huan looked at Emperor Tong Yin with her clear and watery eyes, and said seriously, "Sister, the risk of this matter is too great. A slight mistake could lead to death and the destruction of our sect's foundation. If you regret and want to withdraw now, there is still time."
To protect Qin Muling, it is only a matter of time before they directly confront Genesis Star Palace. Moreover, it is dangerous and unpredictable, and losing everything is a high probability event, which is why Emperor Qing Huan asked this question.
Emperor Tong Yin pondered for a moment and looked at her disciple beside her with gentle eyes. She asked softly, "Qing Chan, what do you think?"
Fairy Qing Chan answered softly, "This matter is of great importance and concerns the life and death of our sect. It should be decided by the sect leader. But since the sect leader asked for my opinion, I will speak frankly. Adding icing on the cake is never as good as giving timely help. Mu Ling is still in need of protection as he has not yet grown. If we don't seize this opportunity to establish a good relationship now, there may never be such a suitable chance in the future."
Last time, Xue Bingxuan and the others tried their best to smear Qin Muling in order to persuade Fairy Qing Chan to give up. But with Fairy Qing Chan's intelligence, even if she was momentarily fooled, she has now come to her senses and it is even more impossible for her to give up, even though the risk is indeed great.
Emperor Tong Yin smiled and said, "Well said. Sister, you have also seen it. As a Quasi-Saint Emperor and the head of Divine Maiden Sect, I should have the courage and wisdom to surpass a junior, right? There is no need to mention this matter again. I have made up my mind to join this alliance!"
Emperor Xin Yu remained silent for a while before nodding slowly. "In that case, I will personally go and explain to Mu Ling and persuade him to accept this."
After discussing for a while, the three emperors finally reached a consensus on various details.
"Now let's discuss the next issue," Emperor Xin Yu said with a serious expression. "The aura on that Bing Chan feels a bit strange to me. Could it be that all these years, she and her master have been in the Upper Realm? Since they have already ascended, why would they come back?"
"The aura of the Upper Realm? Are you sure?" Emperor Tong Yin asked in surprise. She was the latest to achieve the quasi-saint level, and the Ascension passage of the Extreme Void Starry Sky had long been closed, so she was not aware of this.
Emperor Xin Yu nodded affirmatively. "When the founder of Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace ascended with her disciples, I was there to witness it. The aura that overflowed when the Ascension portal of the Upper Realm opened was exactly the same as the aura on them."
Mu Yinghua pondered and said, "The so-called upper realm is just a stronger spatial world than the Extreme Void Starry Sky. However, during the ancient immortal era, the Extreme Void Starry Sky may not have been much inferior to that upper realm. It's just that it has declined to its current state due to continuous calamities."
"You're right," Emperor Qing Huan nodded. "They have come back specifically to find Qin Muling. Another key reason should be that the Extreme Void Starry Sky has started to recover, so the so-called Ascension passage, after being cut off for a long time, has reopened recently?"
Dao Court obviously had more comprehensive information about the upper realm. At least in the distant ancient era, the difference between the two spatial worlds was not significant, and the exchange between them was relatively easy. Of course, it is definitely not the same now.
"Does that spatial world... have the legendary Saint Supreme?" Mu Yinghua asked nervously.
Emperor Qing Huan pondered and said, "In theory, there should be the existence of a Saint-level being, but whether there is one or not is uncertain."
"The owner of the Genesis Star Palace should be very close to that realm, but definitely not a true Saint Supreme. Otherwise, we wouldn't need to discuss anything here and could just surrender!" Mu Yinghua said.
The women agreed deeply. The true power and unfathomable might of a Saint Supreme were difficult to estimate, even for three Emperor-level beings. They were completely transcendent beings on a different dimensional level.
At this moment, Immortal Lord Feng Hua arrived gracefully and reported after bowing, "Emperor, and Sect Master, Mu Ling has just returned."
Mu Yinghua's expression brightened. "He came back at the right time. Let him come... No, let's go to Imperial Dao Peak and talk to him. We can't do this without his cooperation."
At this moment, in the distant depths of the void...
"Sister, which faction should we go to now? Palace of Calamitous Fate?" Dongfang Zhihan asked softly in the hall of the spacecraft.
Emperor Bing Chan's expression tightened. After thinking for a while, she said, "Palace of Calamitous Fate has long been in collusion with the high-level members of the Heavenly Human Race. There must be experts from their clan in the sect. The water is a bit deep there, so we don't need to pay attention to it for now. Let's go to Yanfu Holy Demon Palace first!"
Dongfang Zhihan frowned and said, "The Heavenly Human Race is not that impressive. Their Quasi-Saint Emperors probably won't find it easy to come to the Extreme Void Starry Sky. Of course, Illusory Mist Secret Realm is currently open, so waiting a bit is also fine."
Emperor Bing Chan smiled and said, "They are just a group of dry bones in the tomb. Let them live a few more days."
In the past period of time, with many Daoist forces coming to visit with generous gifts, Emperor Bing Chan gradually understood the current situation of the Extreme Void Starry Sky. Based on this, she formulated the external strategy for Genesis Star Palace for the next period of time.
It was only right to destroy one or two Supreme Daoist forces to establish dominance and effectively deter the other Apex Level forces, making them not dare to underestimate Genesis Star Palace.
However, if this kind of thing was done too often, it would backfire. Under the fear of many forces, they might unite to resist Genesis Star Palace.
Outsiders may not be aware, but Emperor Bing Chan understood that although the power she had at her disposal was powerful, it was not enough to contend with the entire Supreme Daoist forces of the Extreme Void Starry Sky, especially Dao Court.
So the current situation was the most ideal. With the bloody examples of Jade Pearl Star Palace and Jade Drop Divine Temple, no one dared to have any ideas about Genesis Star Palace. Emperor Bing Chan could calmly search for the whereabouts of the Innate Primordial Spirit Seed.
In the future, after the Master and many junior brothers and sisters returned from the upper realm, Emperor Bing Chan could consider subduing all the Supreme Daoist forces and unify the entire Extreme Void Starry Sky.
Only by completely grasping the luck of this vast spatial world, coupled with the assistance of the Innate Primordial Spirit Seed, could the Master take that crucial step towards immortality and eternal transcendence.
Dongfang Zhihan thought for a moment and suddenly said, "By the way, Sister, that Sect Master Mu Yinghua from before, I feel something is off about her. The same goes for Emperor Xin Yu. I just have this feeling..."
"What do you feel?" Emperor Bing Chan turned her head and asked with doubt. "If it's the aura of the Innate Primordial Spirit Seed, my Good Fortune Wheel would have reacted. I saw it back then."
Dongfang Zhihan shook her head. "If the junior brother has truly transformed, then the aura would have changed as well. It wouldn't be so easy to find, and the treasures bestowed by the Master might not be effective."
In this matter, the young girl prefers to trust her own intuition. Although Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace did not participate in the looting of Sacred Land in the past, it does not mean that they have no chance of obtaining the junior martial brother.
Emperor Bing Chan pursed her cherry lips and pondered for a while before saying, "Then let's prioritize monitoring Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace. If they show any unusual activity in the future, we will have to lead the army to visit them again."
"That's good."
Dongfang Zhihan smiled satisfactorily. He often disagreed with his senior martial sister on many things, so it was rare for them to reach a consensus. Fortunately, she didn't disappoint him this time.
...
At Imperial Dao Peak, in the Cave Mansion of the sect leader.
Qin Muling had just finished handing over the resources to the elders when he saw several beautiful figures approaching, surrounded by a shimmering light.
"Two emperors, and the sect leader, you..."
He was about to bow, but his expression changed when he noticed the presence of outsiders.
"Muling, this is Emperor Tong Yin, the sect leader of Divine Maiden Sect..."
Mu Yinghua quickly explained, while using her divine sense to convey everything that had happened earlier, successfully diverting Qin Muling's attention.
"They actually came so quickly?"
Qin Muling's expression became serious. The actions of Genesis Star Palace were indeed beyond his expectations. If they had noticed even the slightest clue, he could imagine what kind of outcome awaited him.
Moreover, with their experience and insight, there was no hope that they would make any low-level mistakes. Even with the protection of supreme luck, it might not be able to solve all the problems.
Emperor Xin Yu said gently, "Don't worry, no matter what happens in the future, we will always be by your side, never leaving or abandoning you."
"So, Divine Maiden Sect also intends to join this alliance, right?"
After a while, Qin Muling looked at the stunning beauty in front of him. Unlike Emperor Qing Chan and Emperor Xin Yu, she did not conceal her appearance with a secret divine ability, so what he saw now was her true appearance.
Her face was beautiful and noble, like a peony flower, with clear and translucent bright eyes. Under the golden dragon and phoenix embroidered palace dress, her figure was unusually full and round, exuding a unique dominance. Even the oversized and luxurious dress couldn't hide it, giving her a magnetic and deadly attraction.
As for Fairy Qing Chan, the masked woman in a white dress beside her, her figure, curves, and temperament were equally outstanding, not inferior to her sect leader.
Emperor Tong Yin was also observing the young and beautiful boy in front of her, wearing a golden crown and purple robe. The surprise and admiration in her clear and bright eyes couldn't be concealed as she spoke in a clear and melodious voice:
"This is the situation. Mu Ling, what do you think? If my first disciple does not meet your satisfaction, you can choose another suitable candidate within the sect. You can choose anyone you like."
Qin Muling stared at her deeply and asked, "Is that really the case?"
"Of course, as the sect leader, I never make empty promises!"
Emperor Tong Yin promised solemnly.
Qin Muling quietly asked in his heart, "Then, can I marry you, Emperor?"
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