Sheng Fu

Chapter 1082 Before departure
Everyone took their seats in order.

The first position the Emperor targeted was Yuwen Jun, followed by Prince Ping.

Today, Lord Qiuqing did not give a perfunctory answer. In contrast to the liveliness here, the Prime Minister's residence also had its own liveliness. The Ji family's case had been reported to the Prime Minister's desk, and memorials from various parts of the north were also arriving at the Prime Minister's desk one after another.

The new policy needs to be implemented, and both the human and spirit races must go to the demon realm.

Inside the main hall, many people subconsciously cast curious glances at Gu Cheng, but they were only curious and dared not test him in the slightest.

According to human aesthetics, Gu Cheng was handsome, with long, snow-white hair, and even fit the image of a living immortal in people's minds, with a refined and otherworldly air.

Countless palace maids cast affectionate glances at Gu Cheng, whether intentionally or unintentionally.

The Emperor was in high spirits today. He raised his wine cup and said loudly, "Isn't it a pleasure to have friends coming from afar? I am very pleased to see the sage of the Spirit Clan. This first cup of wine is naturally to welcome my young friend Gu Cheng who has come from afar!"

In terms of seniority, the Human Emperor and the Spirit Emperor are of the same generation, while Gu Cheng and Bei Hanmeng are from the same generation. Therefore, it is reasonable for the Human Emperor to address Gu Cheng as "young friend".

According to the Spirit Race's algorithm, Gu Yong and Gu Cheng are of the same generation, but within the human race's territory, the Human Emperor has to address Gu Yong as "Sir".

The matter of seniority can only be discussed on a case-by-case basis.

That simple greeting, "Young friend," carries so much meaning.

Some of the human officials showed a hint of surprise on their faces.

It is obvious to everyone that His Majesty holds Gu Cheng in high regard and appreciation, which also implies that the relationship between the human race and the spirit race will become increasingly close in the future.

Of course, it's also because Gu Cheng's strength is undeniable.

Everyone raised their glasses together, and Gu Cheng also stood up to return the toast to the assembled officials, laughing heartily, "Thank you for your kind words, Your Majesty and all the capable ministers and scholars. I am deeply grateful."

Upon seeing this, Yuwen Jun, who was sitting to the left of the Emperor, smiled slightly.

It seems that Gu Cheng hasn't been living a boring life in Mengdu Prefecture all the time. He still occasionally interacts with officials of the Spirit Clan, and now he's quite adept at the ways of officialdom.

Then, His Majesty the Human Emperor picked up the second cup of wine and laughed heartily, "This time, it is a blessing for both races and for the Demon Realm that young friend Gu Cheng and Qian Ling have jointly taken charge of the overall situation."

"Even after the destruction of our land, the fact that outstanding talents still emerge one after another to help us recover is enough to prove that the three races are prosperous and have a deep foundation. This second cup of wine is naturally offered to the alliance of the three races."

Everyone drank it all in one gulp, and most of them had smiles on their faces.

Some of the elderly people had a slightly gloomy look on their faces.

Because neither Gu Cheng nor Qian Ling are core figures in the imperial court, they are going to the Demon Realm this time.

Leaving aside Qianling, even Gu Cheng was only the second-in-command of the Yixi Sect. Although Gu Cheng had a voice in the Ling Clan's court, he did not have any real power.

This also reflects His Majesty's tacit approval of the current implementation of new policies.

Many people saw it, but couldn't say it.

This has caused some of the old privileged to feel a mix of emotions at this moment.

The Emperor raised the third cup of wine, his expression slightly darkening. His Purple Star True Essence slowly spread out as he proclaimed, "These three cups of wine are to honor the unity of the three races, to hope that the great conflict will end soon, and to wish for peace and prosperity throughout the world."

Everyone responded and drank it all in one gulp.

At this point, the three cups of wine have ended.

Yuwen Jun sat silently to the left of the Human Emperor, clearly not intending to steal the spotlight at this banquet; for him, it was merely a formality. The banquet officially began, and Gu Cheng, quite elegantly, clinked glasses and chatted amiably with the human officials.

Qianling, being quite perceptive, proactively chose to become Gu Cheng's accompaniment, introducing officials to Gu Cheng and pouring wine for Gu Cheng and others. In short, she readily accepted advice and was very considerate.

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into the night.

Chiba Garden.

The daytime festivities had subsided, but the people of the capital were still discussing the banquet, as the human capital hadn't been this lively in a long time.

His Majesty the Emperor rarely showed such great interest in the arrival of foreign tribes.

Yuwen Jun, Gu Cheng, and Qian Ling sat around a table. Tonight, Qian Ling also tactfully handed the main seat to Yuwen Jun. In the courtyard, the Ling Clan delegation and Qian Ling's officials sat around a table, getting to know each other.

Yuwen Jun picked up his wine cup and swirled it slightly, saying, "We must head to the Demon Realm early tomorrow morning. I have already received news from the Demon Realm that the big shots there will arrive at Black Mountain to welcome you two."

"Remember to keep your subordinates in check. The demon realm is a wild and untamed place, and many demon beasts are not yet intelligent. Do not underestimate the lower-level demon beasts. If a few disputes arise due to personal feelings, try to be accommodating."

Gu Cheng nodded and said, "That's natural, but isn't it a bit too much formality for all the bigwigs of the Demon Realm to come to Black Mountain to welcome me and Princess Qianling?"

Qianling was also somewhat suspicious of this.

Yuwen Jun smiled and said, "Now that the Demon Realm is poor and weak, it is natural to lower its stance. At the same time, this is also the sincerity of the Demon Realm Queen."

“Exploiting resources is secondary. Your main focus should be on getting to know the big shots in the Demon Realm and establishing a simple and pure friendship.”

"The Demon Realm is a desolate wasteland. Many of the items there are useless to the demon race, but they have many uses for the human and spirit races. We should do our best to strengthen the relationship between the three races through this resource mining and create more possibilities for future trade and prosperity."

"What appears to be a matter of resource extraction actually involves the prosperity of the three tribes' internal affairs."

"The Queen of the Demon Realm is also aware of this principle."

Upon hearing this, Gu Cheng and Qian Ling's hearts gradually grew heavy.

Although the Demon Realm has recovered half of its territory, it is no longer able to withstand the strain of a large-scale war. However, if it is only about reorganizing internal affairs and developing the economy, the Demon Realm certainly has a great deal of room to demonstrate its capabilities.

Gu Cheng pondered, "Now that the Demon Realm is gradually showing signs of developing a civilized system, Princess Qianling and I may be tasked with building the core of common interests for the three races."

"It's even possible that it will leave a magnificent and colorful chapter in the history books of the Demon Realm."

Yuwen Jun smiled demurely and said, "That makes sense. Most beings in the Demon Realm don't understand civilization and politics, and it just so happens that the two of you aren't very knowledgeable about them either. On the contrary, you have the opportunity to open up the broad road to the Demon Realm from the root."

Qianling was about to roll her eyes when she saw Gu Cheng nod in deep agreement.

At this moment, Qianling truly realized just how extraordinary and superior Yuwen Jun's status was within the Spirit Clan.

It seems I need to be more mature in the future, lest some people not even want to talk to me anymore.

Yuwen Jun said, "Let's get thoroughly drunk tonight and speak our minds freely."

"I am going to the capital of the Demon Realm to meet with Her Majesty the Queen."

"The bigwig from the Demon Realm has come to greet you two, and I also need to go to the Demon Realm capital to support Her Majesty the Queen. Although the rules seem fancy but impractical, it is precisely because of these seemingly superfluous rules that the people under my command can do their jobs better."

"To put on a show?" Gu Cheng lowered his head and smiled faintly upon hearing this, truly wondering what kind of show Yuwen Jun wanted to put on for that queen...