Sheng Fu

Chapter 1228 A Reluctant Display
Linghe Wang subconsciously recalled the Vermilion Bird King who had appeared not long ago.

The late emperor's death was too sudden, and there were many hidden secrets that Ling and Wang were unaware of. Now, Yuwen Jun is the one who knows the most secrets.

"I obey," King Linghe replied crisply from the shadows.

Yuwen Jun glanced at Ling and Wang Jian's profiles and silently replied, "Aren't you going to ask why?"

Ling and Wang smiled knowingly and said, "Do you think you won't tell me if I don't ask?"

Yuwen Jun chuckled softly and muttered to himself, "The Great Era of Contention is the Great Era of Contention, the Myriad Realms are the Myriad Realms, and the Land of Origin is the Land of Origin. These three things seem to have a necessary cause and effect, but in reality, they do not."

“There are still powerful ancient beings lurking in the shadows, observing the course of events in the world.”

"In some intelligence matters, we are practically blind."

"The great struggle is in the open, but the legendary origin and the realm of myriad ends happen in the shadows."

"Given the current situation, continuing to attack and capture cities is no longer of much significance."

"Many great undertakings require specific intelligence before a final decision can be made."

Upon hearing this, Linghe Wang's breathing gradually became disordered.

Yuwen Jun really wanted to tell Linghe Wang that the Demon Lord had awakened, but after thinking it over, she decided against it. Sometimes, knowing too much can lead to too many things to be wary of.

"I see," Linghe Wang exclaimed, still shaken.

Yuwen Jun remained calm and composed, not in a way that he was unfazed, but simply in a sense that he would go as far as he could now.

However, judging from the signs, the newly awakened Demon Lord has not yet grasped absolute sovereignty.

The so-called great era of contention is nothing but child's play, and also a karmic fire that burns away cause and effect.

……

As night fell, Zun Hong and the other members of the demon clan delegation had settled in the post station.

Yuwen Jun then led Princess Qianling to a small tavern not far from Mengdu Prefecture.

The two sat facing each other. Qian Ling's bright eyes seemed to hold affection as she looked at Yuwen Jun's cold and aloof appearance and said softly, "I know you won't tell me too many secrets, but I feel that I should be able to serve you in the internal affairs of the human and spirit races."

"If you encounter any difficulties, please feel free to ask. Even if it's something that Father Emperor is reluctant to agree to, I will try my best to persuade him."

Inside the tavern, the lights were dim, creating a slightly hazy atmosphere.

Princess Qianling enjoyed sitting at the same table with Yuwen Jun, drinking and discussing politics, in this way.

Yuwen Jun feigned gentleness and said, "Just do your own job well. If the sky falls, the tall ones will hold it up."

Qianling's lips twitched slightly, and she said with a hint of sadness, "So, you really don't have anything you want to say to me?"

"They won't even assign me tasks that require utmost labor?"

Yuwen Jun smiled helplessly and said, "Just exercise your power according to the current order. I understand your desire to make achievements, but it is unlikely that this opportunity will fall to you."

"In the near future, the new policy will also be implemented in the land of the Spirit Race."

"As Bai Xiaowei said, putting the right people in the right positions will solve everything."

"You should just do what you can honestly. Don't expect to help those in need; it would be great if you could add to their existing success."

Qianling was a little sad, but soon, this sadness disappeared.

In fact, Qianling also knew that with her own talents, it would be difficult for her to do anything to relieve Yuwen Jun's worries.

Yuwen Jun took the initiative to raise his wine cup and clink it with Qianling's, who then held the cup with both hands in response.

"Tomorrow, you should take Zunhong to Mengdu Prefecture as guests. Gu Cheng and Bei Hanmeng will treat you well," Yuwen Jun reminded him softly.

Qianling sighed and said, "So I can only do some superficial things?"

Yuwen Jun said firmly, "Actually, I didn't need to personally host your and Zun Hong's visit this time, but this formality is necessary."

"Many great things require some glamorous and superficial work as a foundation."

"And your current ability is to take these superficial aspects to the extreme."

With the matter so clearly explained, Qianling could no longer insist.

He also realized that Yuwen Jun's presence at this tavern tonight, drinking with him, was merely a facade.

"I understand," Qianling said with a relieved smile.

Yuwen Jun then changed the subject, saying, "Perhaps at some crucial moment, we really will have to rely on you to go into battle and kill the enemy."

Qianling chuckled and said, "You know how to comfort people, but your comfort is so perfunctory."

Yuwen Jun smiled without saying a word and clinked glasses with Qianling again.

"Will you take me back to the post station later?" Qianling suddenly asked.

Yuwen Jun shook his head and said, "No, I have more important things to do later. Next time, I will definitely take you home properly."

Qianling's smile was somewhat forced, unsure of what to say.

Suddenly, the sound of wheels rolling came from outside the tavern.

Outside the carriage, there was no one; outside the carriage, King Linghe held the reins.

"I should go now," Yuwen Jun said softly in the tavern. Qian Ling stood up, bowed, and said, "Have a safe journey."

When Qianling raised her head again, Yuwen Jun had already disappeared.

The magnificent carriage headed out of the capital.

Linghe asked instinctively, "Does this human princess have feelings for you?"

Yuwen Jun paused slightly inside the carriage, and after a moment's thought, replied, "Young girls are inevitably a bit naive, but their intentions are good, though I cannot accept it."

Linghe Wang snorted and said, "If she weren't the Human Emperor's daughter, would you accept her?"

Yuwen Jun smiled slightly and said, "There's no need to pry into her mind. No matter whose daughter she is, I will not accept her."

As night fell and the fog thickened, the carriage disappeared into the capital city without anyone noticing.

……

Yuxi Town, Banshan Manor.

Even after my mother passed away, the place remained as clean and tidy as ever, and my parents-in-law often came up to clean it.

With a wave of his sleeve, Yuwen Jun illuminated the main hall. He slowly boiled water and softly called out to Linghe Wang, "You'll have to wait a little longer before you can drink the unique Dragon Spring water of Yuxi Town."

The prince with heterochromia sat in his chair, looking completely at ease. He had no leisure to drink tea; he just felt very tired, yet he had to make his heart stronger.

Yuwen Jun slightly raised his hand, creating a void passage. In a moment, Chu Yu was teleported over from the other end.

"Big Brother!" Chu Yu bowed to Yuwen Jun instinctively.

Looking around, I realized that I was in Yuxi Town.

"Sit down and talk. There's no need for so much formality here," Yuwen Jun said casually.

Chu Yu glanced at King Linghe beside her and felt that the heterochromatic-eyed prince had a very solemn demeanor. Suddenly, King Linghe also looked at Chu Yu, revealing a deep yet kind gaze. Chu Yu subconsciously looked away, not wanting to meet the gaze of the heterochromatic-eyed prince.

"Don't frighten the child. He's the main force. It was all thanks to him that we were able to find the Mountain of Bright Souls," Yuwen Jun reminded Linghe Wang.

Ling and Wang said helplessly, "We weren't trying to scare him. We know he's a key player, which is why we're paying extra attention to him."

Yuwen Jun then placed his hands on the table, took a slight breath, and said, "Tonight is my time to be frank, but there are some secrets you cannot reveal."

"This matter concerns only the three of us."

Ling and Wang immediately perked up. They had long known that Yuwen Jun had many secrets, but unfortunately, they had not been able to uncover them.

Some secrets, as long as Yuwen Jun doesn't tell them, will never be known to outsiders.

"I'm all ears." Linghe Wang lowered his head slightly, his eyes submissive yet carrying a hint of wildness.

Yuwen Jun released his chaotic imperial aura, isolating the mountains and rivers in this area.

Then he opened his right hand, and three ice-blue Origin Chips appeared on the table. Upon seeing this, Ling and Wang's eyes widened, staring at Yuwen Jun in disbelief.

After a long while, Ling and Wang suddenly stood up and said in a deep voice, "I had guessed that you had a Source Chip, but I did not expect that you actually had three Source Chips."

Chu Yu was also shocked, never expecting that her elder brother would reveal this secret to King Linghe in such a frank way.

Yuwen Jun smiled knowingly and said, "To be precise, it's four pieces."

"I have always wanted to take the Origin Chip from the God Emperor, but I have failed and I may not be able to in the future."

As they spoke, the Primordial Spirit Cat stood on the table, exuding an aura of infinity.

After sensing something, Ling and Wang immediately realized that this snow-white cat was extremely dangerous.

“This…this…” Linghe Wang said in astonishment.

Yuwen Jun straightened up and said with deep helplessness, "I didn't want it to be like this either. In my original plan, I would unknowingly collect five Origin Chips and find the legendary Origin Land. However, the last Origin Chip was personally controlled by the God Emperor, and what happened later exceeded my expectations, which made it impossible for me to continue to carry out my plan in secret."

"Investigating those hidden secret spaces requires caution. One must have the support of the power of origin to completely conceal one's aura and avoid being exposed."

"Your operation this time is very dangerous. If it is exposed, there will be no way out. Therefore, I have to use my most treasured possessions to ensure your safety as much as possible."

Yuwen Jun handed two Origin Chips to Chu Yu and instructed her, "You have already cultivated the Chaos True Essence, and your innate talent is extraordinary. You should be able to master the power of Origin in a short time."

Chu Yu carefully held the two Origin Stones in her hands and sensed them intently.

Seeing this, Yuwen Jun jokingly said, "Although this thing is indeed of extraordinary value, enough to make the God Emperor fight to the death, there is no need to approach the Origin Chip with the mentality of a pilgrimage. Take it easy."

Chu Yu grinned, looking a bit silly, but remained cautious.

Immediately afterwards, Yuwen Jun gave Linghe King an Origin Chip, and then, with his fingers forming a sword shape, he placed it on Linghe King's forehead, infusing him with a powerful surge of chaotic imperial energy.

"With my Chaos Emperor Qi supporting you, you can easily master the power of origin. Remember, this is to ensure that your aura does not leak out, not to give you an opportunity to fight to the death with your opponent," Yuwen Jun said solemnly.

Ling and Wang subconsciously mobilized their own energy to resonate with the Origin Chip, and in that instant, they felt an indescribable sense of wonder...

The ancient spirit cat then said lazily, "If the three of us die, don't blame us for losing your treasure."

Yuwen Jun rolled her eyes and said irritably, "Don't talk such discouraging things. I'm hoping you can find the dawn in the darkness."

The Primordial Spirit Cat had always been by Yuwen Jun's side, and naturally knew the terrifying fact that the Demon Lord had awakened. Therefore, it was extremely uncertain. But now, it had no other choice. It was too late to surrender and kneel before the Demon Lord.

Honestly, the Primordial Spirit Cat was not willing to submit to the Demon Lord. Cats are proud, and at worst, they would just die.

Yuwen Jun solemnly declared, "Your secret network is powerful enough to influence the course of history. Remember, your primary focus should be on intelligence gathering; you must never participate in the war. If your secret network is defeated, the Three Races Alliance will be annihilated in an instant..."