Physical mage, challenge me to a solo duel!

"You previously stated that the Starry Gate of Li Yuan was located within the territory of the Sacred Beast Bee Queen, which is why it provoked the attack. So, is the place we're currently in still within the Sacred Beast Bee Queen's territory? And where is the Starry Gate? How far are the other two abysses in China, Zhen Yuan and Xun Yuan?"

Wang Yi continued peeling the tiger skin with his hands, but casually asked a few questions.

The opportunity was rare, and Wang Yi had finally met Lin Qingyu, who had a good temper and loved to talk. He wanted to extract as much information as possible from Lin Qingyu.

"This is not the territory of the Queen Bee, but the edge of the Dragon Emperor's territory. We are lucky that the Dragon Emperor is currently holed up in his core territory and not coming out, which is why you can roam around so freely and hunt super-level magical beasts at will."

"As for the locations of the other Demon Abysses..." Lin Qingyu couldn't help but let out a clearly mocking laugh, then said sarcastically, "Want me to draw you a map and mark them in detail?"

Although Lin Qingyu was somewhat eccentric, he was not stupid. Even if he really knew such important information, he would not tell Wang Yi.

But Wang Yi seemed not to understand good or bad words. He hurriedly opened the illusory realm, revealed paper and pen, and still shamelessly said, "Senior Lin is so generous, this junior can only accept it. May I ask what kind of pen Senior Lin likes to use? I have ballpoint pens, fountain pens, colored pens, and oil-based pens here."

Lin Qingyu gazed at the rows of paper and pens displayed in Wang Yi's virtual world, squinted his eyes, and revealed a very sunny smile.

"But I didn't expect you to be so shameless."

Wang Yi bowed slightly with a respectful expression and said, "It is a gift from an elder, and I dare not refuse it."

Lin Qingyu's smile widened: "You're shameless, but I'm not thin-skinned either. Just pretend I was talking nonsense. I have no obligation to tell you this information."

Wang Yi did not give up and continued, "The junior's sincere intentions are not for his own benefit, but to provide a layer of protection for our cooperation."

"If we can't defeat the Queen Bee even if we join forces, and we're at our wits' end, we can always call on people from China for help. I think Chinese mages would be very willing to kill this sacred beast if given the chance."

Lin Qingyu's gaze shifted, his sunny smile abruptly turning into a chilling sneer: "Bringing people from China, is that killing the Queen Bee, or killing me? Or are you saying you'll kill the Queen Bee first, then kill me?"

Wang Yi's expression remained unchanged, but his respectful demeanor only intensified.

"In order to kill the Bee Queen, the senior was willing to fall into hell and endure humiliation for more than ten years, just to lie in wait by the side of the sacred beast Bee Queen, to help China mediate, and at the same time secretly collect intelligence, to find the right opportunity to annihilate the Bee Queen in one fell swoop and help China get rid of its biggest threat."

"All sacrifices were made for the greater good. The hardships and suffering endured will surely be understood and admired by the Chinese people. How could we possibly regard our predecessors as enemies?"

"You think you can get away with this?" Lin Qingyu sneered, his gaze fixed intently on Wang Yi. "You want to clear my name? You think you're worthy?"

"Mere words won't suffice, but once the Sacred Beast Bee Queen dies at your hands, the truth will be revealed." Wang Yi bowed again.

"Moreover, although I am young, I still have some influence in the military. Jinji is my elder, the Marshal is my master, and Brother Ren is also a rising star in the military with considerable power. They are all willing to vouch for their seniors."

Lin Qingyu gazed at the bloodstains on Wang Yi's hands from peeling off the tiger skin and said in a low voice, "Don't forget, I am one of the culprits of the Battle of Liyuan. The blood debt of 100,000 Tianfu Army soldiers cannot be shaken off or wiped clean."

"you!"

Lin Qingyu pointed at Wang Yi, and then at Ren Tianque, who looked surprised and uncertain.

"you!"

Then Lin Qingyu's face was full of sarcasm: "Both of you, your parents also died at my hands. When we first met, you hated me to the bone, wishing you could kill me eight times and eat my flesh raw. Now you want to vindicate me? Heh, even a dog wouldn't believe that."

Wang Yi was secretly annoyed; the old man was quite vengeful. But his tone remained sincere: "My parents did indeed sacrifice themselves in the Battle of Li Yuan, but that was a soldier's duty and honor. The culprit behind my parents' deaths was the Holy Beast Bee Queen. Senior was simply controlled by the Bee Queen and had no choice."

"Besides, although it sounds cruel, it's worth it to sacrifice an entire army to kill the Holy Beast Bee Queen. If you don't believe me, you can ask Brother Ren."

Lin Qingyu turned his gaze to Ren Tianque and asked with interest, "Kid, you agree with this kid's statement?"

Ren Tianque's expression was complicated. The conversation between Wang Yi and Lin Qingyu had left him with mixed feelings.

Upon closer reflection, Wang Yi's words were not wrong. After Lin Qingyu was invaded by the mind, he simply became a sharp knife, and all his actions were beyond his control.

The killer was the one wielding the knife, not the knife itself.

Faced with Lin Qingyu's question, Ren Tianque struggled with his expression, hesitated for a long time, and finally made up his mind, saying fiercely:

"If you truly care about China, then after slaying the Holy Beast Bee Queen to atone for your sins..."

"Our blood feud is now settled!"

"Furthermore, I will do my utmost to clear your name."

Wang Yi sighed with guilt. He knew Ren Tianque would act this way; he was simply using righteousness to bully an honest person.

However, if this can truly appease Lin Qingyu, it would undoubtedly be a very beneficial thing for them and for China.

If they could return to China with one or two forbidden mages, and with Lin Qingyu's help, sneak up to the Holy Beast Bee Queen, they would not only be almost certain to kill her, but also have a guarantee of controlling Lin Qingyu afterwards.

As for how to deal with Lin Qingyu after taking control, that depends on the decision of the higher-ups in China.

However, if Lin Qingyu is really willing to do this, Wang Yi will naturally keep his promise and use all his energy to help Lin Qingyu win a favorable judgment.

Lin Qingyu was silent for a moment, then sighed, his expression filled with endless sorrow and unreadable meaning.

Hearing the sigh, Wang Yi was overjoyed. But just when Wang Yi thought it was going to work, Lin Qingyu's eyes flashed, he suddenly clicked his tongue, and then opened his mouth and laughed loudly.

"Hahaha...hahaha..."

Lin Qingyu laughed so hard he bent over, tears streaming down his face, gasping for breath.

Wang Yi straightened up, gritting his teeth as he laughed, while Ren Tianque frowned, becoming wary.

After a long silence, Lin Qingyu, panting heavily, said again, "I believe this honest fool when he says that, but you..."

Lin Qingyu narrowed his eyes, looking at Wang Yi, a wicked smile still lingering on his lips:

"You little brat, I don't trust your cunning."

Wang Yi slightly raised her chin, her face showing neither sorrow nor joy.

Damn it, this lunatic was just a hair's breadth away!

To refuse for such a reason? Everyone knows that Wang Yi is always public-spirited, righteous, and a man of his word.

In just four years since his debut, he has left behind a formidable reputation, known as the "Little Chao Gai of the Northern River" and the "Young Imperial Uncle of Lanling."

That crazy lunatic doesn't trust him!