Cataclysm King

Chapter 606: Will Honglou make the same bet again?
"Didn't you want to be the emperor before? Why did you suddenly change your mind?"

Katerina teased curiously.

Ji Xun helped her fasten the lock of the necklace from behind and said, "I know what the ceremony is that I need to be promoted."

"Oh"

Hearing this, Catalina responded, and then suddenly realized something.

A strange look suddenly appeared in her beautiful eyes. She tilted her head to look at Ji Xun beside her and asked in surprise, "Have you hit that bottleneck?"

Of course, it is the bottleneck in condensing the godhood.

As the Moon God's chosen one, she knew better than anyone how difficult that threshold was.

The ninth level is the pinnacle of the extraordinary, but being a card master who can truly reach that bottleneck is another matter entirely.

If it was someone else, Catalina would never believe it, but this guy
She looked at Ji Xun's indifferent smile, and knew the answer without waiting for his reply. She was delighted and sighed, "I was wondering before that Miss Qin said you were practicing in seclusion, and it turns out you really made a breakthrough. So, your 'Rules of God' are now stable?"

There is nothing to hide from this Lionheart lady, Ji Xun said truthfully: "I do have some new insights into the power of rules. But more importantly, I have made a breakthrough in my soul."

Catalina was slightly stunned, as if she was trying to figure out the meaning of this sentence.

After a moment of silence, she seemed to suddenly think of something and asked in surprise, "Ah, did you... did you light the divine fire?"

"Ah."

Ji Xun nodded and said, "It can be considered that I have touched that realm, but it is too early to say that I have ignited it."

"It really is?"

As soon as these words came out, Catalina's pretty face was completely filled with surprise.

Others may not know what it means to ignite the sacred fire, but she, the Moon Goddess, knows it very well!
You have to know that you have the power of faith of hundreds of millions of believers in the Eastern Wilderness and the guidance of the will of the Moon Goddess, but you have only now barely touched that mysterious realm.

How come this guy ignited the sacred fire directly after not seeing it for over a year?
The white jade lion lady of the Allied Commander-in-Chief hugged Ji Xun's neck affectionately, not shying away from intimacy, and looked at him carefully, while asking, "What happened?"

It was difficult to explain it in a few words, so Ji Xun simply said, "It's a long story. I received some gifts from Emperor Lanlingster, and by chance I touched that threshold."

"Oh."

Hearing this, Catalina did not ask any further questions.

Anyway, there's plenty of time to chat later.

Only then did Catalina understand why Ji Xun had informed her before that he was going to become the emperor.

She then asked, "So, you plan to condense your godhood through the path of royal power?"

Although it's not a perfect match, as long as I can get promoted, it would be a great achievement.

The divine level. That is a realm that is unattainable for human beings.

However, Ji Xun shook his head and said, "No. I don't plan to take the royal route."

If he took the path of royal power, he felt that the probability of him condensing godhood was quite high.

But the degree of fit is not high, so it is likely to stop here.

He is going to take another path.

A unique promotion path for JOKER.

Catalina was also confused, "Ah? Then you are..."

Ji Xun said: "My promotion ceremony is a clown's playground."

"???"

When Catalina heard the name of this ceremony, her eyelashes blinked slightly, and for a moment she didn't know which divine law it was referring to.

At least none of the fifty-two demon god sequences are like this.

Ji Xun's expression seemed to be smiling but not very serious.

But Catalina could see that this guy was serious.

You must know that the card master's promotion ceremony to the god level involves a huge trend of civilization.

Literally, this guy intends to use the current situation as a playground?
Only then did she realize that becoming an emperor was not her goal, and this guy was probably planning to play a big game.

Catalina was smart enough not to ask any more questions and smiled sweetly: "You haven't changed at all."

Ji Xun accompanied Catalina to the jewelry store and bought some jewelry, some for herself and some for others.

As the commander-in-chief of the Allied forces, it was rare for him to be so leisurely. The two of them strolled around the prosperous city of Tenis again.

"I guessed that you might make a big move, so I brought sixteen Titan armors with me. I also brought a thousand God Hunters and several God-killing cannons. As long as the Dragon God doesn't come in person, I think it should be enough to deal with you."

"Oh? Is the production capacity in the East Wasteland so great now?"

"Yes. The Orlan Royal Court had already built two production lines for Titan armor, but they just lacked materials. The New World itself also has mature mechanics and equipment. Thanks to your previous plan, the lords of the entire Old Continent are now providing us with high-quality materials, so that the New World can produce so many top-level armors. By the way, Qiqi is here too."

"Oh?"

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The two talked as they walked, and they came to a classical building made of huge white stone pillars. This was the municipal center of the city of Tenis.

The rebels took control of the city, and Qin Rushi, as their leader, spent most of his time here.

The guarding soldiers all knew Ji Xun and Katarina, so they didn't bother anyone else and walked straight in.

The city hall was filled with busy officials.

After all, there are hundreds of thousands of war refugees to be resettled every day, and there is a lot to do.

The two went up to the third floor, where Qin Rushi's office was.

The third floor was very quiet, with almost no one to be seen.

The view from the corridor is also very good, and you can see the prosperous street scene of the city of Tenis through the windows.

Ji Xun's perception was now very sharp. After walking a few steps, he heard a familiar conversation coming from the room with an open door at the end of the corridor.

"Aunt Qin, I heard that Ji Xun just came to the city?"

"Yeah. The guards just sent word that he and Miss Carter were shopping. What's up, Chichi seems to be looking forward to it?"

"Yeah. Haven't seen him in a while. Of course I miss him."

"Haha. That guy is here."

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Of course, Catalina, who was standing by, also heard it and smiled meaningfully at Ji Xun.

At this time, the door of the office at the end of the corridor opened, and a tall girl in liquid leather jacket stuck her head out.

Seeing Ji Xunzhen appear at the end of the corridor, a bright smile immediately spread across her face, and she waved her hand and greeted excitedly: "Ji Xun!"

Ji Xun smiled slightly.

Dong Qi was never one to be reserved. She trotted over excitedly and gave Ji Xun a close hug. "Wow, it's been a long time."

Ji Xun held the girl in his arms, and also sighed, "Long time no see."

Although it seemed like the last time we met was not long ago during the decisive battle in the Eastern Wilderness, when I think back it seems like we haven't seen each other for nearly two years.

Catalina saw Dong Qi giving her a passionate kiss right in front of her, and she also teased, "Qiqi, why don't you stay away from me?"

Of course Dong Qi knew that she was teasing him.

But their relationship doesn't mind this.

Miss Qiqi tilted her head and responded with an excited smile on her face: "Hahaha Sister Carter, you didn't even tell me you were going to pick up Ji Xun?"

Katerina smiled and shook her head: "We just happened to meet on the street."

Dong Qi smiled, then turned to look at Ji Xun again, "Wow, why do I feel like you change a lot every time we meet? Hmm, but I can't really tell what's different."

Ji Xun smiled and said, "Yeah. It's normal to feel different because my realm has improved."

Dong Qi tilted his head and looked at it carefully, and felt the same way.

She asked playfully, "Do you think I've changed?"

Ji Xun glanced at her and said, "You have realized the power of God."

Dong Qi pretended to be a little disappointed, "Ah? You can see this? And I said I would give you a surprise."

Ji Xun certainly knew what she was thinking, and he was also curious: "Also, I feel like your mental strength seems to be different?"

Hearing this, Dong Qi smiled proudly and said, "Sister Carter used the Moon Goddess Dream to help me practice "Deus Ex Machina". Now this secret method has reached a very high level!"

As she spoke, she added with a smile on her lips: "I can now control the 'Mechanical Angel'!"

"Oh our Qiqi is so amazing?"

Ji Xun was also quite amazed after hearing this.

He had seen the mechanical angel before, and it took extremely high requirements to control that kind of top-level armor.

It is not simply physical control, but a state similar to "man-machine integration" where man and machine are integrated into one.

It is not easier than the realm that ordinary card masters reach.

I didn’t expect Dong Qi to reach that level.

Dong Qi smiled brightly again: "Yes. What else? Have you noticed any other changes?"

What she actually wanted to say was that she had also been working hard on her cultivation.

Wen Yu was full of love, so of course Ji Xun noticed it.

When I think back to this, I realize that the first time we met in the City of Innocence was many years ago.

Miss Kiki has transformed from a gangster girl into a beautiful and graceful girl.

The immaturity has gone, and her whole body exudes a mature sexiness.

Ji Xun held her hips with both hands and said, "Qiqi seems to have grown taller again."

Dong Qi's height is now almost the same as mine, and his already slender long legs look even straighter now.

Especially when wearing liquid leather, the touch in your hands is very subtle.

Dong Qike didn't shy away from intimate topics at all. She raised her eyebrows and said, "Yes~ I'll give it to you later~"

Catalina beside her also understood and chuckled.

At this time, Qin Rushi also walked out from the old office door in the distance.

She looked at the two intimate people, her beautiful eyes raised slightly, and said, "Let's go, let's go eat first. Miss Carter has come all the way here, let's go and try the specialties of the southern continent."

Qin Rushi didn't treat either Ji Xun or Dong Qi as an outsider, so of course there was no need to be polite.

The only thing he was not particularly familiar with was Catalina, and they were each the leaders of a powerful force, so some courtesy was always required.

Catalina didn't mind and said with a smile, "Miss Qin, you don't have to be so polite."

This meeting was invited by Ji Xun. Chujiu was on his way from Donghuang and would probably arrive in a few days.

It’s not an official invitation, and there’s no need for so much red tape.

Without being disturbed by others, the four of them had a sumptuous dinner together in a joyful atmosphere.

Qin Rushi knew that Ji Xun had been practicing in the Duoken Mountains during this period, but she was also amazed at his changes.

Especially after learning that he had ignited the sacred fire, she was as surprised as Catalina.

After hearing Ji Xun's thoughts, she also guessed something.

After all, few people know better than Qin Rushi how tricky the current situation in the southern continent is.

But most of the time, the four of them didn't talk about serious matters, but just chatted about gossip.

Coincidentally, the four people's acquaintance all started in the exiled city of Innocence.

They have too many common memories, some beautiful, some thrilling, but all unforgettable.

After dinner, everyone wanted to have a drink.

However, their identities were not suitable for going to the tavern.

Qin Rushi took Ji Xun and the other two to her residence.

As the leader of the rebel army, she did not choose the luxurious manor of the city lord's mansion, but chose an apartment with a small garden not far from the city hall.

The apartment was decorated very warmly, and Qin Rushi led the three of them to the study on the second floor.

"You guys sit down for a while, I'm going to change my clothes."

"Ah."

Qin Rushi was still wearing the professional suit she wore to handle government affairs during the day. Of course, she didn't need to be so restrained at home, so she went back to the next room to change clothes.

There is a fireplace in the room, and the dancing flames add a bit of warmth to the room.

The crystal chandelier hanging from the ceiling is a relic that has the effect of calming the mind, and the light gives people a very gentle feeling. The desk is filled with various parchment scrolls and leather-bound magic books. A white bear monster skin is laid in front of the classical embroidered sofa. Shields and swords are hung on the wall.
The study room exudes the unique style of the Valkyrie, which is wisdom and bravery.

Dong Qi liked this room very much and exclaimed: "Wow, Aunt Qin's house is decorated so well."

She didn't consider herself an outsider, but treated it as her own home, and she was not restrained at all.

She pressed the switch on her wrist, and the liquid leather jacket faded away, revealing her fair skin.

There are only hot hot pants and a vest under the leather jacket, and her tall and sexy figure is immediately exposed to the air.

There was no one else here, so Catherine took off her waistcoat, and the low-cut long skirt perfectly outlined her figure.

The study was filled with many items characteristic of the southern continent, most of which were spoils that the rebels had looted from the treasuries of the nobles.

Catalina admired these trophies with great interest. Looking at the [Sword of Olympus] and [Shield of the Gorgon] on the weapon rack, she also showed great interest.

As someone with a royal destiny, she could see how powerful these two relics were. She tilted her head to look at Ji Xun and asked, "Is this the legendary Royal Sword?"

Ji Xun nodded: "Yeah."

Catalina's beautiful eyes lit up as she listened, and she saw something. She murmured, "How powerful! Even just looking at it gives people a sense of sharpness that seems to break through everything."

Dong Qi also saw the shield and asked in surprise: "Ji Xun, what kind of metal is this shield made of? Why do I feel like there are no flaws?"

Ji Xun said: "I don't know either. This is a relic left over from the Great Collapse Era. But you are right, this shield is the most powerful defensive object I have ever seen. It has the power of the rule of 'absolute defense'"

Dong Qi couldn't quite understand the power of rules, but Katarina next to him understood it.

At this time, the three of them saw another painting of "Mermaid".

There were rippling water in the painting, and the mermaid inside seemed alive, with a weak and pitiful expression on her beautiful face, as if she was imprisoned.

Dong Qi asked curiously: "Ji Xun, what is this?"

Ji Xun had never seen it before and was also very curious.

But he and Catalina both sensed that the mermaid was not so weak, and there was a hint of danger in her.

The three were watching when footsteps were heard outside the door and Qin Rushi walked in.

There were no servants in the apartment, so she walked in with four goblets in one hand and a bottle of wine in the other, introducing: "That's the sealed Siren. It was found in a duke's treasury. This relic is a deadly threat to low-level card masters. But she sings very nicely."

As she spoke, she raised her hand slightly, as if she had released some restriction.

The banshee in the painting began to sing.

The beautiful melody and ballads echoed in the study like a lullaby, giving people a sense of peace and pleasure.

Ji Xun also knew what Qin Rushi meant.

This song is indeed very pleasant to the ears for people of their level.

But low-level card masters would be hypnotized immediately after hearing this.

The three of them also satisfied their curiosity.

However, what Ji Xun cared about was not this, but the black and gold patterned cheongsam that Qin Rushi had changed into.

The tight cheongsam perfectly outlines her plump figure, exuding a mature charm all over her body.

The waist is cut just right, well-proportioned without any excess fat; the slits on the side are just right, revealing a pair of beautiful legs; the neckline is hollowed out, revealing a pair of heavy, white honey pomelo hands
Qin Rushi, wearing a cheongsam, has a sexiness that cannot be ignored.

Dong Qi blinked and did not hide his surprise: "Wow, I haven't seen Aunt Qin wearing a cheongsam for a long time~"

Catalina also glanced sideways, and glanced at Ji Xun out of the corner of her eye, with a cunning look at the corner of her mouth that was full of meaning.

Qin Rushi smiled gently: "I wear armor most of the time, but I rarely wear it anymore."

At this time, she placed the wine glasses on the table and poured wine into all four glasses: "This is the [Rainbow Dragon Wine] from the Southern Continent. It tastes good and has good effects. Miss Carter, please try it."

Of course, what she could serve to guests was good wine.

"Okay~"

Catalina sat on the sofa opposite Qin Rushi, took a sip with great interest, and her eyes immediately lit up: "Wow, what a rich taste~"

Ji Xun also tried it, and sure enough, he felt a complex taste that swept over his taste buds as if he had swallowed a rainbow.

He had only heard of this [Rainbow Dragon Wine] before, because it was a special wine supplied by the Holy See.

It is said that it is supplied to the Dragon God. I have never heard of any channel being able to obtain it, not even the three royal families.

Now that the Southern Continent is in chaos, this kind of wine has actually flowed out.

Qin Rushi and Catalina sat on the sofas on both sides, as if they were both tacitly reserved. Ji Xun sat in the middle, but Dong Qi did not shy away from it at all. He sat directly next to him, took a sip of the wine, and exclaimed, "Wow, it really tastes good."

A few people sat around on the sofa, drinking and chatting.

Being at home always gives me a very safe feeling and I don’t have to worry about the topics I talk about.

"Ji Xun, if you plan to become emperor in the Southern Continent, it may cause a lot of trouble."

"Yes. Not to mention the Holy See and the three royal families, even the nobles of the Southern Continent will not sit idly by. Someone will definitely attack us when the time comes."

"Are you just trying to reap the rewards? Although we are strong now, it will be troublesome if there are too many enemies. The most important thing is you. If you become the emperor, the hostility of those top forces will be directed at you, especially the dragon clan. No matter who wins, the Holy See or the Church of Light, the dragon gods on both sides will definitely target you first."

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They did not question Ji Xun's plan to become emperor, and they even understood it very well.

Now the situation in East Wilderness and the Old Road is basically under their control. The group of people who came out of East Wilderness have already grasped a very powerful force.

The New Orlan Royal Court, the Allied Forces, and the Rebel Army. These forces are powerful and they are an alliance, but they are not a whole.

Whether it is Katarina, Qin Rushi, or Chujiu, these top masters of Donghuang have almost all relied on the luck of the dynasty to reach their current point.

If it is any other time, there is nothing wrong with developing separately.

But in the current situation, if they cannot gather their luck and make further progress, they will be defeated one by one sooner or later.

But currently, none of the leaders of these forces can completely convince the other forces.

There is only Ji Xun.

He has close ties with the three Eastern Wasteland powers, and his strength and prestige are enough to convince everyone.

If he becomes emperor, he will be able to immediately unite the forces of the entire Eastern Wilderness and the Old Continent into a whole, and the fortunes of the dynasty will inevitably soar.

Qin Rushi and Catalina both understand the rules of royal power, and they know clearly that royal power is blessed by the fortune of the plane!
"The new emperor's accession to the throne" is the most solemn ceremony in human civilization.

Once someone becomes emperor, he is the real ruler of all living things and will inevitably be blessed by the luck of the plane.

This is the origin of the legends "received the mandate from heaven" and "the king's power is granted by heaven".

It is also one of the most important reasons for the ascension ceremony of the royal path to condense the godhood.

If he had been crowned emperor in the Old World, neither Catalina nor Qin Rushi would have been so surprised.

Because there was a deep abyss rift blocking the way, the dragons of the southern continent could not do anything for the time being.

Give them some more time to develop, and their future may not be unstoppable.

But Ji Xun chose to become emperor in the Southern Continent!
The act of proclaiming oneself emperor would directly steal the fortune of the Southern Continent.

This will bring tremendous luck to Ji Xun and all the forces in the Eastern Wilderness.

Not to mention that Ji Xun has the opportunity to condense the divine nature and break through that bottleneck in one fell swoop.

Just like Katarina and Qin Rushi, these high-ranking officials who have been canonized will also transform into the empire-level [Moon Queen], [Valkyrie], or even be promoted.
The benefits are countless.

But the only problem is that this is someone else's territory!
Because the Southern Continent already has an emperor, the Dragon God of the Arel Empire!

If you think with your toes, this will definitely be targeted.

Even though the Arel Empire is now basically in name only, the other dragons will never allow a human to become emperor in the southern continent.

It is not just a "provocation", but a real theft of fortune.

This behavior will inevitably lead to endless troubles in the future.

The four of them drank and chatted intermittently.

Most of the time, it was Qin Rushi, Catalina and Dong Qi who did the talking.

Ji Xun just listened silently.

The three women had actually considered everything very carefully. They had thought of almost all the situations they would encounter after becoming emperor.

As they chatted, they also discovered that Ji Xun seemed to have made up his mind.

The three girls were all very familiar with Ji Xun. They certainly knew that Ji Xun's thinking ability was stronger than theirs, and they probably had already considered everything carefully.

Qin Rushi and Catalina didn't say anything more.

First, at their current height, they have already vaguely guessed some of the erased history;

Besides, they have already realized that no matter what decision Ji Xun makes, they will support him to the end.

Dong Qi didn't quite understand and asked, "Ji Xun, do you have to be crowned emperor in the Southern Continent?"

"Ah."

Ji Xun couldn't tell him directly that it involved the Plane Supervisor's plan, so he just said, "I understood the [Forbidden Ruins Stele] and saw the message left by the predecessors. There are risks, but I have to try."

After hearing this, although Dong Qi didn't understand, she was sensible enough not to ask any more questions. The tacit understanding made her realize Ji Xun's seriousness.

Qin Rushi and Catalina on the side seemed to be thinking about something.

They already knew at this moment that Ji Xun was probably setting up a big trap.

When talking about this topic, the atmosphere is inevitably a bit dull.

For a moment, it seemed that I couldn't find any topic that could dilute the heaviness that came from nowhere.

Dong Qi sat cross-legged on the sofa, puffing out his cheeks, not really liking this kind of silence.

She liked the joy of reunion after a long separation like before.

Suddenly she thought of something and suggested, "How about we play cards?"

Drinking and playing cards have always been a perfect match for leisure and entertainment.

"Ah."

Qin Rushi's eyes turned and she also felt it was good.

Catalina responded casually, "Okay."

Dong Qi took out the poker cards from his storage ring and began to shuffle them with great interest. At the same time, he looked up at the three people and asked, "By the way, how do we play?"

There was silence for a moment.

Maybe the four of them all thought that anything was fine.

Ji Xun was also thinking about what would be more fun.

But before he could think it through, Catalina beside him suddenly turned her eyes, thought of something, and suggested: "How about something simple, comparing the size of two cards?"

Although comparing size is simple, it is a very boring way to play.

It was not originally suitable for four people to play.

But as soon as she said this, the people in the room immediately felt inexplicably familiar.

Ji Xun guessed something and glanced at Catalina. He didn't get a response, but he still responded.

Dong Qi blinked: "Ah, I think it's okay!!!"

She had already guessed something, and her pretty face was full of anticipation for the show to begin.

Sure enough, Catalina spoke again: "I lost to Chief Qin in Honglou last time. Can you give me a chance to win back?"

When Ji Xun heard this, a scene that had happened a long time ago reappeared in his memory.

Thinking back to the first time the four of them met, Catalina disguised herself as a young man and went to Honglou to gamble and cause trouble.

However, Qin Rushi was already a legendary figure at that time, so of course she didn't get any benefits.

Now that we've become friends, that little misunderstanding is a little more fun to think back on.

Qin Rushi's eyes moved, and she seemed to recall some scenes and chuckled.

She still had that expression of a silent smile with her eyebrows slightly moved, and seemed to be very interested, and responded happily: "Okay."

Now that they had decided what to play, Catalina asked openly, "How about some gamble?"

Qin Rushi did not hesitate: "Okay."

At their current level, the prize is certainly not anything materialistic in nature.

Katerina's eyes were filled with confidence as she said, "Let's do it the same way as last time with Hong Lou. Whoever loses gets to take off their clothes, how about that?"

When Qin Rushi heard the bet, her gentle smile remained unchanged, and she said calmly, "Okay."

(End of this chapter)