Chapter 1375, Many Challenges; The Envoys Finally Arrive at the Heavenslayers Alliance

Translator: Fate

Translation Checker: Silavin

 

Just then, Zhu Cangning felt a plain-looking bronze box suddenly appear in his storage space.

 

It was a square box engraved with complicated and primitive patterns. It was surrounded by a purple aura, making it look mysterious. If not for the fact that it was his Knowledge Sea, he would not have discovered this bronze box.

 

This shocked him. Although he had no idea why Master Xing Ming said such a thing, he felt something was off. [Why is Master Xing Ming saying this to me? Why did he want a personal item of Zhu Fuyi that carried his aura? Is he trying to make a deduction?]

 

Moreover, he was so cautious and dare not directly ask. [Is he worried someone would eavesdrop on our conversation?]

 

Zhu Cangning still calmly spoke to Master Xing Ming as though he never heard the voice in his mind.

 

It was the same for Master Xing Ming. He still sported a gentle smile as though he was not the one who had spoken in secret.

 

Then, Zhu Cangning invited him to have some tea in a different location.

 

After giving it some thought, he decided to put a birthday gift given to him by Zhu Fuyi into the mysterious bronze box.

 

Zhu Fuyi had paid a huge price to find this birthday gift. He also refined it using many ingredients to show his sincerity. Naturally, some of his aura was left on it.

 

Zhu Cangning trusted Master Xing Ming, which was why he readily believed his words.

 

The two of them casually conversed in the courtyard. They talked about the changes in the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty as of late, their worries for the future, and their bewilderment about the Main Happiness Emperor’s transformation.

 

At noon, Master Xing Ming left with satisfaction.

 

Although Zhu Cangning was puzzled, he had never asked any questions. He was relieved after Master Xing Ming was gone, but his heart still felt heavy.

 

Perhaps the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty was going through a drastic transformation that he was not aware of.

 

On the other hand, the Main Happiness Emperor and Master Xing Ming seemed to know everything, which was why they were getting prepared. This was all while the rest were being kept in the dark.

 

[Perhaps it’s not an accident that Princess Weiyang has run away from her marriage.] At the thought of this, Zhu Cangning was flabbergasted as a myriad of expressions came over him. After some consideration, he ordered his other Family members to return.

 

Then, he found several whips that exuded Mist of Chaos. With his upper body naked, he placed the whips behind his back and trudged forward, leaving behind bloody footprints. He was leading his Family to see the Emperor to receive punishment.

 

His action shocked all the many Ministers of the Main Happiness Celestial City.

 

After Princess Weiyang ran away the night before, the Main Happiness Emperor gave a decree and sent out powerful cultivators to capture her. Some had already received information that the Grandson of Zhu Cangning had helped Princess Weiyang escape.

 

“You Magest, I’ve failed to discipline my Grandson. I’ve brought the rest of the Zhu Family members here to receive our due punishment.” Zhu Cangning’s firm voice reverberated across the streets. Even the sky trembled upon hearing it.

 

Countless people shuddered in fear and their blood boiled.

 

The Great Deity General had followed the Emperor to wage wars against many Forces and made plenty of contributions to the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty. But now, even he could not avoid punishments from the Emperor. It showed that the Emperor was truly furious that Princess Weiyang had escaped.

 

Zhu Cangning and his Family members knelt outside the Royal Palace. The Whips of Chaos on his back were full of barbed tips which penetrated his skin. His back was soaked in blood, which was a terrifying sight.

 

He dared not use any Qi when the struck. Even so, his forehead was covered in sweat as he endured the sharp pain.

 

The Capital of the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty was dead silence. No one dare to show up or plead for the Great Deity General. This was even if they were of a high post or someone important. This was all to avoid bringing trouble to themselves.

 

Whirring sounds were heard in the sky as many ancient battleships and chariots which carried many powerful cultivators rose from their respective palaces and left.

 

An ancient flag on which the words ‘Main Happiness’ was written swayed with the wind while carrying immense pressure. These were the people who were tasked with catching Princess Weiyang.

 

Inside the Royal Palace, Jiang Yun placed his hands behind his back with a calm expression.

 

Around him were many Ministers, authoritative figures of the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty. The Forces behind them were powerful. Some were even Deities from the Divine Dao Civilisation.

 

“I was besieged by dark beings on my way here. Fortunately, I managed to escape and arrived at the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty. But, I didn’t expect such a thing to happen in the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty.” An old man stood in the hall with a smile. He was clad in a grey robe and did not have much hair left. His eye sockets were sunken and his teeth were yellow. He looked like an old peasant who smoked in front of his house.

 

Nevertheless, no one in the hall dared to underestimate him, for he was an Ancestral Dao Realm expert.

 

“The Righteous Alliance has sent an Ancestral Dao Realm expert to this place to pass on their word. It seems that they think highly of the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty.” Jiang Yun looked calmly at the old man.

 

The old man shook his head with a smile. “The Righteous Alliance doesn’t have the power to make me help pass on their word. It’s someone else.”

 

At the mention of this, he extended a finger and pointed behind Jiang Yun. There was a meaningful smile on his face.

 

Jiang Yun’s pupils dilated and he fell silent.

 

“The situation in the Boundless Expanse is chaotic. The Righteous Alliance needs more help to gain a footing. Now that we’re facing a great enemy, it’s the best chance for all of us to collaborate. I hope you’ll consider this for the sake of everyone and yourself.” The old man grinned, revealing his yellow teeth.

 

“Who is the enemy you’re talking about?” Jiang Yun asked.

 

The old man said with a smile, “Stop playing dumb, Your Majesty. You know who the enemy is.”

 

“This Fellow Cultivator has a point, Your Majesty. Since we have to face the enemy together, it’s the best chance for us to collaborate. Moreover, the Princess has just escaped. This too is a humiliating matter for the Imperial South Kingdom. I’m afraid they won’t form an alliance with us until the marriage has been settled.”

 

“Although it has only been a short time since the Righteous Alliance was established, it’s fairly powerful right now. Various Supreme True Worlds have collaborated to go against those dark beings, and they have yielded positive results. The Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty can still protect itself for now, but what about the future?”

 

Many ministers in the hall persuaded the Main Happiness Emperor. They had no idea why he was hesitating.

 

Joining the Righteous Alliance was beneficial. It would not affect the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty’s sovereignty, nor would it damage its foundation.

 

…

 

The Sky Piercing Cold Region was a territory in the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty. It got its name because there was only winter and the place was always covered in snow. Few people lived in this vast area, covered in all white.

 

Just then, some ripples spread from the void. Some horrifying energy penetrated the area and a Spacetime portal was formed.

 

A carriage shot out of it and flew towards a nearby oasis.

 

The place was full of greenery and there were some clean springs and a lake. It was conspicuous amid the land of snow.

 

The three Pegasi stopped beside the lake and lowered its head to drink some water. It had navigated through the Spacetime portal for an entire night. Even an ancient being with special abilities in Spacetime would be exhausted after such a long travel.

 

Zhu Fuyi got some rest beside it. He was tired as well. He was worn out both physically and mentally.

 

Ordinary people who heard that the Princess had run away would be scared stiff. On the other hand, he was bold and even offered to be the coachman for the Princess.

 

He hoped that he could win Princess Weiyang’s heart with his sincerity. When he was moving along the Spacetime portal the day before, he could sense some powerful cultivators running after them. Halfway through his journey, the Spacetime portal almost collapsed.

 

He was still reeling from the shock of that terrifying energy.

 

Fortunately, Princess Weiyang was well-prepared to flee the marriage. She used a Deception Ancient Rune to conceal their auras and avoid getting caught by the pursuers.  Inside the carriage, Jiang Weiyang took off the veil she had been wearing. Her three maidservants were applying soft dark cream which carried a strange aura from a container and onto her face as per her order.

 

“The pursuers will come at any moment. We can’t rest for long. All of you should come up with a way to conceal your appearances to save ourselves from unnecessary trouble.” Jiang Weiyang’s voice was calm and soothing.

 

“Yes, Your Highness.” The three maidservants spoke at the same time. Some looked away as they did not have the heart to see the Princess looking like this.

 

After the dark cream was applied to her flawless and fair face, it now looked like a birthmark that covered half of her face, which was a terrifying sight.

 

Anyone would be afraid of her even if they saw her in broad daylight.

 

But, Jiang Weiyang did not care the least bit about this. It was as though she was oblivious to the fact that her beauty was ruined.

 

Soon enough, they continued their journey. The Pegasi tore apart another Spacetime portal and left.

 

After Jiang Weiyang and the others left, a black dog with a long nose suddenly jumped out of the void. A gloomy-looking man with a long scar on his face stepped out of it and arrived at the oasis.

 

“When did they leave, Xiao Hei?” Asked the gloomy-looking man.

 

With a pair of icy emerald eyes, the black dog looked at the spot where the carriage had parked. It sniffed and spoke Human language. “They left around an hour ago.”

 

The gloomy-looking man laughed and said icily, “Jiang Yun dotes on his Daughter so much. I don’t believe he’ll force his Daughter to marry someone she doesn’t love. Let’s see what game he’s playing.”

 

With that, the two of them disappeared into the void.

 

News that the Princess of the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty had run away from her marriage stirred up a commotion and generated a lot of discussions in many Civilisations and Kingdoms.

 

Princess Weiyang and Ye Wudao received a lot of attention.

 

That day, Ye Wudao said that he would bring the Princess back and left the Capital, no one knew where he went after that.

 

After Princess Weiyang ran away, those from the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty immediately sent some powerful cultivators to capture her, but their efforts were futile. Even the almighty the Main Happiness Emperor was caught off guard when it came to a matter like this.

 

Many felt that Princess Weiyang must have come up with this plan long ago. Even the Imperial Preceptor could not find her whereabouts through deductions.

 

During this period, another incident that happened in the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty caught many people’s attention.

 

The Envoy from the Righteous Alliance had arrived at the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty to talk about a potential alliance with the Main Happiness Emperor and the Ministers.

 

This was good news to all the residents of the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty. Those of the Righteous Alliance were glad as well. They too hoped that the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty would join them, making the alliance even stronger.

 

…

 

Meanwhile, another team of Envoys of the Righteous Alliance also safely arrived at the Heavenslayers Alliance. Most of them were killed by dark beings while on their way to their destination.

 

Having survived the calamity, these Envoys quickly sent some messages to the Forces behind them.

 

These Forces were paying close attention to their actions.

 

They were initially relieved, but when they learned that those Envoys had arrived at the Heavenslayers Alliance, they were worried again. After all, they had to go through many challenges while on their way to the Heavenslayers Alliance.

 

When they finally overcame those challenges, there was even greater unknown danger awaiting them.

 

“Our Master is a lucky person. I’m sure she’ll come back safely.” A breeze whisked through the valley of the Waning Moon Sect.

 

Lan Xin worriedly paced around. The anxiety on her face could not be concealed. She was fidgety. When she learned that her Master had arrived at the Heavenslayers Alliance, she became even more anxious.

 

Initially, when she heard that her Master and the others had been killed, she was mournful to the point she cried every day. Fortunately, she was later informed that her Master had survived. Only then was she relieved.

 

Now that her Master had arrived at the Heavenslayers Alliance, would she be lucky enough to have someone come to her rescue when she fell into danger?

 

“You don’t have to be so worried, Senior Sister Lan Xin.” In a nearby gazebo, Gu Xianer peeled off the skin of longan fruits and stuffed the flesh into her mouth. She spoke unclearly with her cheeks puffed up.

 

Lan Xin looked at the naive young woman with a helpless smile while feeling envious.

 

[I’ve heard that Forces such as the Main Happiness Celestial Dynasty and Imperial South Kingdom are going to join the Righteous Alliance. I hope it’ll intimidate the Heavenslayers Alliance and make sure they will no longer act as recklessly.] She thought to herself with a helpless smile, though it was merely a glimmer of hope.

 

…

 

Meanwhile, an ancient battleship landed in the desert. The gusts of wind stirred up the yellow sand. The entire area was vast and desolate. They could feel an ancient aura coming at them.

 

People like Chen Yi and Priestess Hui Jue were bidding Gu Changge and the others farewell.

 

“Thanks for your help during this period, Senior. Since we’re in the Heavenslayers Alliance’s territory, we should stop bothering you. We’ll take our leave and accomplish our task.”

 

“If we ever meet again, we’ll try to repay your favour, Senior.”

 

“Goodbye. I have a feeling that we’ll meet again.”

 

Gu Changge inclined his head. His expression was as gentle as ever.

 

With that, the ancient battleship flew away and disappeared into the distance.

 

Chen Yi and the others stayed in the desert. They were unwilling to part ways with Gu Changge and the others as both parties had gotten along well during this period.

 

Some scanned their surroundings. As the Envoys from the Righteous Alliance, they looked quite wretched, like a group of scavengers.

 

“I’m impressed by this boundary of the Heavenslayers Alliance. The desert is boundless. Yet, there’s no turmoil or traces of war, nor is there anyone who guards the area. Aren’t they worry dark beings will come to attack them?” Someone was amazed.

 

“The city in the distance is massive. Its wall extends into the sky. It can fend off most of attacks.”

 

“We have to pass through this place to head to the Heavenslayers Alliance. This used to be a territory of Land of Celestial Suffering, but it got occupied by the Heavenslayers Alliance later. We shouldn’t be negligent.”

 

“Cultivator Chen Yi, it’s time for you to come back to reality. That Senior is gone…” Priestess Hui Jue suddenly said with a smile.

 

Chen Yi was startled for a moment before coming to her senses. Then, she pocketed her gaze while feeling bashful.

 

[Will we meet again?] She was dejected. She had been a cultivator for many years, but it was her first time having this kind of feeling.

 

Until they parted ways, she still did not have the courage to ask what his name was.

 

She looked at the white jade bottle in her hand while feeling melancholic. All the pills were gone, but she still kept the bottle.

 

On the ancient battleship a while back, she the poison within her relapsed.

 

A terrifying pain shot through her entire figure. She felt like all her muscles contorted and her skin was penetrated by countless pieces of ice. She almost passed out.

 

It was at that moment when she felt a warm and firm hand on her forehead. Like the balmy Sun, he easily suppressed her the cold poison and pain within her. At the same time, he passed her that bottle of pills.