Sheng Fu

Chapter 1111 Your Highness
Inside the Ji family mansion in the Purple Qi Mountains.

The once magnificent and prosperous gate is now in ruins, but the buildings still look grand and imposing.

Minister of War Kong Chong, leading dozens of generals, is currently in the mountains counting troops and organizing files. It will take at least ten days to complete all the work.

In Ji Tong's former study, Kong Chong looked at the lists of names presented to him and felt slightly dizzy.

Although it is called taking over, it is still necessary to have a general understanding of the origins of this army of 100,000, their hometowns, and how many of them have capable generals.

They haven't decided yet where to settle these 100,000 troops.

However, the necessary appeasement and pacification were still necessary. In the mountain camp, cooking had already begun, with plenty of fine wine and delicacies. In short, the scene was bustling with activity. However, some generals remained loyal to the Ji family and were plotting a coup, but they had not yet shown any signs of it. As a veteran of the officialdom, Kong Chong was very clear about the ins and outs of this matter.

If used properly, this army of 100,000 can bring great achievements to the human race; if used improperly, it will only harm itself. It is a true double-edged sword.

Suddenly, Kong Chong heard footsteps outside the study.

Subconsciously, he got up and walked out of the study. In the main hall, Yuwen Jun was already sitting on the throne in the center.

"Your Highness's personal arrival is an honor, I apologize for not being able to greet you properly." Kong Chong hurried over and greeted him warmly.

Afterwards, Kong Chong hurriedly served tea and water, afraid of neglecting Yuwen Jun in some details.

In his entire life, Kong Chong had never been so perceptive.

Yuwen Jun was both amused and exasperated by Kong Chong's behavior, and gently beckoned him to sit down.

Yuwen Jun said to Kong Chong in a gentle tone, "We are comrades-in-arms. Although there have been unpleasant incidents, I have not suffered any losses. There is no need to bring up the past. We must look forward. Your cautiousness in front of me makes it difficult for me to know my place."

"You don't need to do everything personally when you see me in the future."

Upon hearing this, Kong Chong nodded repeatedly and said, "Alright, thank you Your Highness for not holding a grudge against me."

Yuwen Jun chuckled and said, "I'm not the kind of petty person who holds grudges."

Kong Chong was immediately embarrassed and didn't know what to say for a moment.

"How long do you expect it to take to get these 100,000 troops organized?" Yuwen Jun asked curiously.

He was, after all, the Minister of War, and it was only a matter of reorganizing an army of 100,000; it shouldn't take too long.

Kong Chong replied truthfully, "At least ten days. Leaving aside the lower-ranking soldiers, we need to carefully consider the generals above the rank of Da Huangting. After that, we will divide the troops, but we haven't decided where to divide them yet. This matter is up to His Majesty, not me."

Yuwen Jun smiled faintly and said, "No matter where the troops are divided, in the end these people will all be on the battlefield. If they stay in human territory, I reckon trouble will happen to them sooner or later."

"Reserve some of the best warriors for me, just 30,000 troops will suffice. I will not concern myself with the remaining 70,000."

"As for His Majesty, I can simply go and give him a heads-up."

Yuwen Jun thought of Suo Chengguo, who was still in seclusion cultivating.

The soldiers of Hengchang had fought in the Demon Realm and also engaged in a great battle in the Divine Realm, suffering heavy losses.

If Yuwen Jun remembers correctly, Suo Chengguo's army suffered considerable losses.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, 30,000 troops were organized for Suo Chengguo, allowing him to fully display his strategies.

It's not bad when you think about it. After you leave the pass, you'll have a ready-made army of 30,000 to command.

Kong Chong immediately looked troubled.

His Majesty has not given any definite answer on how to settle these 100,000 troops. If we were to make a decision rashly at this time, we would probably be committing the crime of deceiving the emperor.

Seeing Kong Chong's predicament, Yuwen Jun gently comforted him, "It's alright, just reserve 30,000 elite troops for me first."

“If His Majesty is unwilling, you may take these 30,000 elite troops with you. If His Majesty is willing, I will take these 30,000 elite troops with me. You have not disobeyed the imperial decree, nor have you paid lip service to it. You have only fulfilled the duties of a Minister of War.”

Kong Chong breathed a sigh of relief and said, "I see. I will definitely handle this matter properly." Yuwen Jun said, "You have worked so hard, my lord. I will make it up to you later."

Kong Chong lowered his head humbly and smiled, saying, "It is my honor to be able to do what I can for Your Highness."

Light footsteps could be heard outside the door.

Ling Yuqing arrived gracefully and smiled upon seeing Yuwen Jun, saying, "My lord, most of the assets have been transferred to the foot of the mountain, but the Holy Spirit Stone is extremely heavy and still needs to be moved slowly."

"I reckon it won't be until after dark before we can move them out."

Yuwen Jun looked doubtful and said, "Even members of the Dark Dragon Sect can't shake this position?"

Ling Yuqing lowered her head and replied, "That's true."

Yuwen Jun immediately waved his sleeve, creating two void passages.

Deep within a cave in Henglong Mountain, a burly man was silently cultivating. He had long, fiery red hair, a profound aura, and flame runes rippled around him.

He was originally the demon king of Huadu Mountain, but later coveted the rich spiritual energy of Henglong Mountain. After that, he was subdued by Yuwen Jun and is now the guardian beast of Henglong Mountain.

Suddenly, the void portal opened.

A clear, melodious voice rang out: "Bring the Black Qilin here immediately."

Upon hearing this, the red-haired man trembled all over. The voice seemed gentle, but it actually contained an extremely domineering kingly aura.

They quickly entered the void passage, not daring to delay for even a moment.

Inside the main hall of the Ji family.

The Demon King of Huadu Mountain and the Black Qilin arrived at the same time upon hearing the news.

The red-haired man, in particular, had a moment of dazedness upon seeing Yuwen Jun again. Then, he couldn't help but kowtow to the ground and loudly proclaim, "Fire Tiger greets His Majesty!"

Seeing this, Yuwen Jun chuckled and said, "Go on with your work."

"Speaking of which, it's a pity that such a master as you has been hidden in Henglong Mountain but has never been used."

Upon hearing this, Huo Hu felt deeply apprehensive.

Seeing the humble attitude of this great demon of the Lingxiao Realm, Ling Yuqing couldn't help but smile and joke, "I don't expect you to fight in the south and north, you're just a cargo carrier."

Upon hearing this, the red-haired man nodded and bowed repeatedly, saying, "Yes, yes, I obey."

Yuwen Jun beckoned slightly, and the black Qilin came closer with an affectionate expression. Yuwen Jun stroked the black Qilin's forehead with his left hand, and opened the spatial artifact with his other hand, taking out a nine-colored pill and feeding it into the black Qilin's mouth.

"Cultivate diligently and reach the Heavenly Palace as soon as possible," Yuwen Jun said with a hearty laugh.

Seeing this, Huo Hu was extremely anxious, but he could only endure it. There was nothing he could do; his bloodline power was worlds apart from that of the Qilin lineage.

Just when Huo Hu thought he had no chance of receiving a reward, a five-colored pill suddenly shot into his mouth.

"This pill is already a waste for you; it will be more effective in the future," Yuwen Jun said.

Fire Tiger instantly prostrated himself on the ground, kowtowed and cried out, "Thank you for the reward, my lord! Thank you for the reward, my lord!"

Yuwen Jun chuckled and said, "Hurry up and move the Holy Spirit Stones, and finish the project before dark."

After he finished speaking, the two ferocious beasts left. Ling Yuqing was both amused and exasperated, and quickly followed after them.

As soon as Yuwen Jun leaned back in her chair, Kong Chong stared at her expectantly, wanting to say something but not daring to. At the same time, he couldn't help but be infatuated, like a stray dog ​​seeing a big piece of braised pork.

"Oh, I did overlook you, sir." Yuwen Jun looked slightly embarrassed and had no choice but to take out a six-colored pill and hand it to Kong Chong.

Kong Chong immediately knelt down before Yuwen Jun with a thud, and cried out, "Your Highness, I, Kong Chong, kowtow to thank you for your boundless grace!"