Zhutian: From Douluo, the illusion becomes real

Chapter 691, page 690: Hei Bai Xuan Jian arrives!

Honglian prefers Jingni to Yanlingji.

Jing Ni is a woman of few words.

Moreover, they often make surprising and insightful remarks.

To put it bluntly, if they don't speak, all is well; but if they do speak, they're sure to hit the nail on the head.

In addition, Jingni is good at discussing matters objectively.

I don't like to take the opportunity to make fun of anyone.

Although it's a bit cold, compared to Yan Lingji, who likes to tease or joke around, Honglian prefers Jing Ni's way of doing things. As for the atmosphere, Honglian is an optimist, and when she's with Jing Ni, she finds her own fun and isn't bored or awkward. This is different from Yan Lingji using her to make fun of her, and they are two different ways of getting along.

Unfortunately, reality cannot be changed according to personal wishes.

Jing Ni is going on a mission.

Whether Honglian can accept it or not, she can only acquiesce.

However, on the other hand, Honglian's nature is still pure and kind. She has been well protected by Han Wang'an, Han Fei, Zi Nu, Wei Zhuang and others. She understands the big picture very well. She may be unhappy, but she would never ask Ye Qingcang to let Jing Ni stay because of her unhappiness. It can only be said that girls who grow up in this environment, no matter how innocent they are, are by no means truly innocent. The complex court struggles have made them understand the cruelty of this world, and they have each found someone they can rely on.

Honglian's only support is Han Wang An and Liu Sha.

The former ensured that she wouldn't be married off too early.

To ensure she wouldn't be like her sisters, forced into marriages based on national interests, marrying into unfamiliar territory or potentially enemy states. A prime example is Han Ni, the mother of Prince Chengjiao of Qin. While the historical accuracy of this lineage is uncertain, Han Ni, who exists in the Qin's Moon universe, is indeed Honglian's aunt. Therefore, if Chengjiao successfully ascends to power, he would be related to Han Fei, Han Yu, Honglian, and others as cousins. The so-called "extermination of nine generations" would be useless here; one couldn't very well execute oneself after winning a battle, could one?

Of course, it seems that safety is guaranteed.

But that's only what it appears to be.

Although it was for the sake of reputation.

Even if you win, you should still be given the respect due to the enemy.

But this dignity is based on winning the battle.

In other words, it is the winner's mercy towards the loser.

This has nothing to do with princesses who marry into other countries, or even with princesses who don't marry. The moment they choose to marry, it means that these princesses will have to rely on themselves from now on. After all, their mission is well known: to bring peace between the two countries. No monarch can truly trust them. On the contrary, they will inevitably monitor them and even restrict their every move. Their fate will rise and fall with the rise and fall of the country. For details, you can refer to the story of Changping Jun and others betraying Li Xin, which led to the annihilation of 200,000 Qin soldiers. When the First Emperor Ying Zheng was furious, a group of Chu concubines in the harem suffered as a result.

Although taking out one's anger on a woman is a despicable act.

But sometimes it really is beyond our control.

After all, you can't expect a person to be as rational as a machine all the time.

Moreover, sometimes machines do break down.

Needless to say, people are even more vulnerable.

Therefore, although these princesses all married in grand style, very few of them actually lived a good life. In fact, those who married down, who were sought after by various noble families within their own country, were better off in terms of fate.

Like a red lotus.

If it weren't for Ji Wuye.

Neither Ye Qingcang nor Wei Zhuang were present.

From a purely pragmatic perspective, in King Han An's mind, Zhang Liang was the best candidate. Simply marrying Honglian to Zhang Liang would be enough to ensure the next king's safety. This not only guaranteed Zhang Liang's security but also made him understand that the next King Han wouldn't harm him. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to explain himself to the people. After all, Han was not like Qin, which ruled by law. Before the Zhang family betrayed the country, and given Zhang Liang's status as his brother-in-law, even King Han couldn't bring himself to kill Zhang Liang. Even if King Han fabricated charges of embezzlement, at most he would only strip Zhang Liang of his official position. Otherwise, the people would condemn him for ordering the killing of his brother-in-law and sister, denigrating him as a heartless and ruthless ruler. For King Han, it was also a special constraint. After all, if he had no son, the Zhang family could easily have recommended Zhang Liang and Honglian's child to inherit the throne, since that child also had the blood of the Han royal family flowing in his veins, forcing the current King Han to be wise or to have a son.

It can only be said that everyone has their own agenda.

When many abacuses are placed together.

It's all about who's faster.

The faster you rummage through, the greater your chances of winning.

The premise is that the calculation is accurate.

But in any case, it's an acceptable outcome for Honglian, because she doesn't need to leave her familiar environment, and she doesn't have to worry about cutting off her connections or businesses. Even if she gets married, the princess will still bring her own dowry.

Moreover, most of the women from high-ranking officials and noble families got married.

Money you bring with you is money, but assets are a separate matter.

For example, in Honglian's dowry, Han Wang An stuffed more than a dozen shops into her possession. Although the success or failure of the business depends on Honglian herself, with the royal family's name attached, the business, even if it's not great, won't be too bad.

These hens that lay golden eggs are the true hidden strengths.

However, all of the above are just assumptions.

There are no "what ifs" in reality.

Ji Wuye is still alive.

Whether it's Wei Zhuang or Ye Qingcang.

Are still there.

Therefore, Zhang Liang naturally had no chance whatsoever.

If Quicksand overthrows Nightfall and Han Fei also successfully overthrows Ji Wuye, King Han An will be unable to arrange Honglian's marriage. He will be sidelined by Han Fei, with neither military nor political power in his hands. Han Fei only lacks the status and title. At that time, abdication will be easy, and passing the throne to his son will not be shameful. Once that happens, Honglian's marriage will be up to Han Fei. As the eldest brother, Han Fei will not interfere with Honglian's choice.

If the quicksand fails, and Han Fei is caught by Ji Wuye's weakness, he will either be exiled or executed. In return, King Han An will present the Red Lotus to Ji Wuye as a gift, which is nothing more than a plea for peace.

Therefore, King Han An and Liu Sha jointly completed the task of protecting Hong Lian. King Han An protected Hong Lian's first half of life, while Liu Sha protected her second half. However, the outcome of the first half of her life was already clear, and King Han An had completed the task perfectly. The fate of the second half of her life was only just beginning to be tested.

Although these things were insignificant in Ye Qingcang's eyes.

As long as he wants.

They could easily start a war.

It will devour the entire world.

Stellar Martial Arts not only gave him a terrifying boost to his physical abilities, but also the possibility of devouring planes and incorporating planets into his body.

However, it's too early to talk about these things now.

Take one step at a time and eat one bite at a time.

We can't miss out on Hei Bai Xuan Jian, this top-tier fighter.

Even if a grandmaster cannot charge into battle head-on.

Even against hundreds of soldiers, defeat or even death is possible.

But Hei Bai Xuan Jian's future may not necessarily be that of a Grandmaster.

Moreover, Hei Bai Xuan Jian's role is not to charge into battle.

"What are you going to do?"

"Is it by indirectly ordering Hei Bai Xuan Jian by giving orders to Qian Sha?"

"Or should we awaken Qian Sha to directly see Hei Bai Xuan Jian?"

Looking at the intelligence reports from the various Luo Wang branches in South Korea, Jing Ni inquired about Ye Qingcang in order to formulate subsequent plans, adding, "Judging from Hei Bai Xuan Jian's movement speed these days, he should be able to arrive in Xinzheng this afternoon. I don't know how Lü Buwei gave him his orders, but I'm certain that his current condition is definitely not good. Since the Eight Linglongs exist, it means that he has fallen into a deep sleep. Under these circumstances, the risk of waking him up is very, very high. After all, we can't expect an unconscious person to understand what we're saying."

Jingni's words were true.

While Hei Bai Xuan Jian in a conscious state would certainly not disobey the orders of the leader of Luo Wang, it's hard to say what Hei Bai Xuan Jian would do when he's not in a conscious state. Moreover, Hei Bai Xuan Jian in a conscious state wouldn't even be able to hold anyone accountable, just like sleepwalking. Even the person involved wouldn't know what happened, so expecting him to make a judgment is pure nonsense.

Therefore, the safest approach is naturally the former.

He directly gave Qian Sha the order, because Hei Bai Xuan Jian's true form was hidden within Qian Sha.

As long as Qian Sha accepts the mission.

This is equivalent to Hei Bai Xuan Jian accepting the mission.

However, Qian Sha's abilities are average, far less powerful than Hei Bai Xuan Jian's.

Black and White Xuanjian is a master.

Qian Sha is merely innate.

Or perhaps it's the more average type born with it.

Even Yan Lingji couldn't beat her.

This is also why the Luo Wang organization considers Hei Bai Xuan Jian to be half-useless.

Hei Bai Xuan Jian did not die.

This is just how I recover from my injury.

To put it bluntly, Hei Bai Xuan Jian's body was not injured, but his spirit was.

A deeply unforgettable love affair shattered his state of mind.

Like the greatest swordsman in the world.

Of course, one day, the thought of retiring arose in my mind.

The sword intent would immediately decline.

Combat is different from sparring; there is no such thing as stopping short of a fight. Sometimes, holding back even a little can mean the difference between life and death, and there is no room for carelessness.

Hei Bai Xuan Jian first considered retiring from public life.

Logically speaking, this is nothing.

Because Hei Bai Xuan Jian is a veteran master.

He knew exactly what he needed.

They have always been on the right path.

If it really is possible to completely retire.

And find the meaning of their own existence.

Content with the ordinary.

Therefore, he might be able to advance to the next level and become a martial artist in the Celestial Realm.

That's how many things are.

Can you think positively about it?

One thought becomes a Buddha, one thought becomes a devil.

If one can think things through, one can instantly become a Celestial Realm martial artist, especially someone like Hei Bai Xuan Jian, whose realm is already that of a Grandmaster, whose life experiences are exceptionally complex, having witnessed great storms and both light and darkness. When someone who is caught in the middle of a situation, constantly swayed by the circumstances and completely obedient to orders from superiors, suddenly awakens to self-awareness and wants to live according to their own way, this idea of ​​pursuing freedom, although not belonging to any doctrine at the time, may well become a bright and feasible path to heaven.

If I can't figure it out, it doesn't matter.

There are plenty of people who get stuck on trivial details.

It doesn't matter if there's one more, Hei Bai Xuan Jian.

Moreover, everyone has their own obsessions in life.

As long as it doesn't become a mental demon, everything will be fine.

A certain amount of obsession can actually benefit a martial artist. Just like Lin Pingzhi in the original novel, if it weren't for revenge, he would have collapsed long ago. Although his final fate was not good, if he hadn't had that last breath, he might not have been able to take revenge on Yu Canghai until his death.

But that's precisely the problem!

Hei Bai Xuan Jian's retirement process was interrupted!

We've been ruined by that idiot Wei Yong!

It can only be said that those who do not reach the Grandmaster level will always have such a narrow vision.

If only Wei Yong understood this process.

From the perspective of interests.

He shouldn't have interrupted Hei Bai Xuan Jian.

If Hei Bai Xuan Jian succeeds, it will be equivalent to Wei Yong having a Grandmaster directly behind him. Even the Qin state, which has a formidable army, will not dare to underestimate him. Combined with Wei Yong's Wei Wu Zu and Pi Jia Men, their deterrent power against Qin will be no less than that of Li Mu and Zhao Bian Qi. Even if Wei Yong surrenders to Qin, he will surely be able to obtain greater benefits, since everyone knows what a Celestial Realm martial artist is.

The Yue woman A Qing from back then.

One person and one sword.

He wasn't even carrying a sword.

Instead, it's a bamboo pole.

They broke through the three thousand Yue soldiers.

Perhaps she can't kill everyone in the world.

But to walk up to King Goujian of Yue and take his head would be a piece of cake. You have to understand, even if King Goujian led an army of 30,000, or even 300,000, he would not be able to defend himself against such a being. When you're out and about, no one can expect 300,000 troops to be fully focused on guarding the surroundings. At night, for a martial artist of the Celestial Realm, it would be easy to simply charge into the army and take his head. Even a Grandmaster-level martial artist would have no chance to react, because a martial artist of the Celestial Realm has already communicated with heaven and earth, and is as if he is one with heaven and earth, becoming a part of heaven and earth. Moreover, even if they were hiding in a palace, I have never heard of any palace that could be filled with 300,000 troops, and I have never heard of any palace that could be completely impenetrable.

Therefore, it is unrealistic for one person to slaughter an entire country.

But it is easy for one person to threaten a country.

It is not ordinary people who accept this threat.

Rather, it was those upper-class figures who didn't want to die.

Unfortunately, fate intervened, and Hei Bai Xuan Jian's process of retiring was ultimately shattered with Wei Qian Qian's death. Hei Bai Xuan Jian's state of mind also collapsed, swinging from one extreme to another.

The result can be imagined.

Let alone regaining his peak strength.

They can't even retain their strength under normal circumstances.

However, even so, Hei Bai Xuan Jian was still not someone that Wei Yong, Dian Qing, Gai Nie, Wei Zhuang and others could mess with. Holding on to his last breath at his peak, he gave Wei Qianqian a perfect explanation, and then, following his instincts, automatically entered a healing state.

This approach seems rather mystical.

It's actually quite mysterious.

However, there are precedents.

Among the many legendary dramas Ye Qingcang had watched before his transmigration, there was one with a similar plot. In the drama "Heroes," Yan Shuangying was ambushed by bandits and transformed into Li Daxi. Relying on instinct, he managed to remove the bullet from his body. After treating his wounds, he fell into a coma, possibly triggering his body's self-protection mechanism, and subsequently lost his memory. Hei Bai Xuan Jian's state was extremely similar to this.

However, Ye Qingcang remained completely calm.

Because he had a trump card up his sleeve.

The trump card that allows Hei Bai Xuan Jian to quickly calm down.

(End of this chapter)