Sheng Fu

Chapter 1107 A Little Prestige Can Crush One's Backbone

Upon entering this scenic manor, Kong Chong's state of mind became somewhat unsettled. In the past, he had a conflict with Yuwen Jun on the outskirts of the capital.

In reality, it wasn't really a conflict; it was just that Kong Chong unilaterally accepted a beating.

But at this moment, Kong Chong was also silently praying that Yuwen Jun was not a vengeful person.

The incident happened because Kong Chong disliked Yuwen Jun, which is why he was forced to take a beating.

In any case, Kong Chong's intentions were impure.

Kong Chong was the Minister of War and had a brief military career. He was a generous and righteous man, and he was also very impressive and had a large capacity for drinking. He was by no means a petty person.

But things are different now; Yuwen Jun has already entered the Lingxiao Realm.

Perhaps Kong Chong felt that Yuwen Jun was always charging forward aggressively and wanted to dampen the young man's arrogance, even though Yuwen Jun was quite capable at that time.

But in the end, it's just a doll.

However, entering the Lingxiao Realm meant that Yuwen Jun had also become one of the strongest people in the world.

Furthermore, Kong Chong was even more aware that Yuwen Jun, at the Lingxiao Realm, was the first person in all of history, invincible below the Wuji Realm.

Even when facing ordinary Wuji powerhouses, they are fully capable of fighting.

Kong Chong always thought that Yuwen Jun would need a long time to mature, but the young Yuwen Jun has already matured, and judging from the current trend, she may become an insurmountable overlord in the great struggle to come.

He might even become a monarch.

Therefore, Kong Chong was filled with fear.

When a brave wolf provokes a giant dragon, no matter how courageous and fearless the wolf is, it is all in vain.

Anyone would feel uneasy if they inadvertently offended a historically renowned figure.

After entering the courtyard, Kong Chong's heels became a little unsteady.

Seeing this, Li Hongshan said with a hint of disdain, "The commotion last night did seem frightening, and Yuwen Jun's strength is indeed unfathomable, but he's not an enemy. Why are you so nervous?"

Upon hearing this, Kong Chong smiled awkwardly and said, "What the Grand Preceptor says is absolutely right."

Even so, sweat still beaded on Kong Chong's forehead.

In the main hall.

The beautiful housekeeper of the Mountain and Water Manor stood obediently to the side, her heart pounding with anxiety. After Yuwen Jun arrived in person, the Ji family of the North was wiped out.

I wonder what Wang He's current situation is like. Did he die somewhere unknown, or has he found a place to hide?

In short, this beautiful housekeeper felt like a feather floating on the sea, not knowing where the road ahead lay, let alone what her fate would be.

She really didn't want to stay in this mountain and water manor. Over the years, she had accumulated some savings. Even if she left the manor, with her looks and skills, she could live well by relying on a prominent businessman.

But here, she could die at any moment.

However, Yuwen Jun had no idea what turbulent emotions were churning inside the housekeeper's heart. He simply felt that the housekeeper was, after all, an old hand here, familiar with the internal affairs, and would be relatively convenient to use.

Soon, a series of light footsteps entered the main hall.

Li Hongshan arrived with Kong Chong. The moment Kong Chong saw Yuwen Jun, he rushed over, knelt down on both knees, kowtowed, and exclaimed, "Minister of War Kong Chong greets Your Highness."

Seeing this, Li Hongshan behind him rolled his eyes helplessly.

Yuwen Jun was also a little stunned by this turn of events. He quickly stood up, reached out his arms to help Kong Chong up, and said with a cheerful smile, "Why do you have to do this, my lord? There are still 100,000 soldiers in the Purple Qi Mountains waiting for you to take over." "You don't need to be so formal in front of me in the future. We're not strangers."

Kong Chong stood up shakily, then bowed and said, "Your Highness is now awe-inspiring and powerful, and I am also impressed by Your Highness's unparalleled demeanor."

"I am a rough man and not very good at speaking, so I hope Your Highness will not take it to heart."

Yuwen Jun smiled slightly awkwardly, patted Kong Chong on the shoulder, and said with a smile, "Please sit down."

The group slowly took their seats. Although the housekeeper was inwardly apprehensive, she was also quite perceptive and quickly served tea and water to Li Hongshan and Kong Chong. Throughout the process, the housekeeper's state of mind was almost the same as Kong Chong's.

"There are still many treasures within the Purple Qi Mountains. You have come from afar and must be tired. I will leave some as a token of my appreciation for your tea. If you feel it is too little, please let me know," Yuwen Jun said with a meaningful smile to Kong Chong.

Having come all this way, one should try to gain some benefits.

Upon hearing this, Kong Chong immediately stood up, cupped his hands in a gesture of respect, and said, "Your Highness is too kind. Being able to come and take command of 100,000 troops is already a great achievement. I did not expect Your Highness to prepare such a generous gift for me. I am afraid I cannot accept it. As the saying goes, one should not accept a reward without merit. Your Highness should instead entrust the treasures within the Purple Qi Mountain Range to the brothers and sisters of the Hengchang Sect to squander as they please. Even if they cannot squander them all, building a few Hengchang Academy would be excellent."

Some things differed greatly from Yuwen Jun's predictions.

He originally thought that since Kong Chong had come, he would definitely get some benefits, but he didn't expect Kong Chong to be so sensible.

"So, am I really that popular in the capital these days?" Yuwen Jun asked with a suspicious look, looking at the apprehensive Kong Chong.

Li Hongshan had just picked up his teacup and taken a sip when he heard Yuwen Jun's words, and immediately spat out a mouthful of tea.

"It's more than just a success. This is not only quelling a rebellion for the country, but also a feat rarely seen in cultivation history. There are even rumors that you will be invincible in the future," Li Hongshan said with a sour expression.

Kong Chong went even further, saying, "Countless noble ladies would be willing to squander their entire fortune just to catch a glimpse of Your Highness from afar."

"Even some highly respected elders would tense up and feel awe when His Highness's name was mentioned."

Upon hearing this, Yuwen Jun found it amusing.

"I see. I've been staying at the Mountain and Water Manor the whole time and was unaware of the outside world's opinions," Yuwen Jun nodded slightly.

Sometimes, being too popular isn't necessarily a good thing.

However, when Yuwen Jun recalled the past, he seemed to have always been very successful.

"I wonder what Lord Kong thinks of the new policies?" Yuwen Jun suddenly asked.

Upon hearing this, Kong Chong stood up again, cupped his hands in a gesture of respect, and said, "The new policies benefit the country and its people; they are a long-term plan and a blessing for the human race and the nation."

"I, Kong Chong, naturally support the new policies and am willing to give my life for them, even unto death."

Upon hearing this, Yuwen Jun picked up his teacup, took a sip, and gave Kong Chong a strange look.

Kong Chong was well aware that Yuwen Jun's entry into the Lingxiao Realm with such high spirits was truly awe-inspiring. Anyone who dared to provoke him at this time would surely die.

The Ji family of the North is a powerful and deeply rooted family with countless disciples and former associates in the imperial court.

But now, this colossal structure has collapsed with a deafening roar, shocking countless old and powerful figures.

If Yuwen Jun were to appear on the streets of the capital at this moment, wherever he went, whether commoners or powerful nobles, everyone who saw him would surely bow down and pay their respects.

At this moment, not only the elders in the imperial court, but also the major families in the north and south were trembling with fear, lest Yuwen Jun, in a fit of rage, wipe out the entire clan of a certain powerful family.

Of course, there was a legitimate reason for wiping out the Ji family in the north.

Within the Purple Qi Mountains, there are 100,000 hidden soldiers. No matter the reason, this is a crime punishable by the extermination of nine generations of one's family.

"I'm glad you support me, sir," Yuwen Jun replied demurely.