From Cold Palace Princess to Celestial Empress Ch. 38
“You’re saying that the Golden Elephant Kingdom is a vassal state of the Dragon Tiger Sect?”
Xiao Minghuang frowned slightly and asked.
“Exactly!”
Lin Zhengquan nodded:
“The Dragon Tiger Sect, primarily focused on physical cultivation, is one of the three great sects, with countless disciples. Its sect leader is a Nascent Soul realm powerhouse, dominating almost the entire southern region.”
“The Golden Elephant Kingdom is merely one of the eight vassal forces under the Dragon Tiger Sect.”
“Even so, relying on the Dragon Tiger Sect’s might, the Golden Elephant Kingdom has annexed countless smaller forces. Now, they frequently create friction at the border with our Great Xia, likely intending to use the Dragon Tiger Sect’s influence to swallow up Great Xia.”
Hearing this, Xiao Minghuang fell silent.
The Golden Elephant Kingdom was just an ordinary small country, with its ruler only at the Divine Sea Realm, far inferior to Great Xia’s Old Ancestor, who was a Spirit Seed Realm powerhouse.
But the Dragon Tiger Sect was one of the three great sects of the southern region, immensely powerful, far beyond what Great Xia could contend with.
Moreover, the Royal Family’s Old Ancestor’s lifespan was nearing its end, making them reluctant to easily start a war.
If the Dragon Tiger Sect intervened, it could spell disaster for the nation.
Seeing Xiao Minghuang deep in thought, Lin Zhengquan smiled and said:
“Our Great Xia has a Spirit Seed Realm peerless powerhouse. Once the national defense array is activated, it can protect Great Xia. Your Highness need not worry too much!”
Only a few people knew about the Old Ancestor’s nearing end.
“Enough, overthinking this is futile. It’s better to focus on improving my strength.”
Thinking this, Xiao Minghuang smiled lightly.
From Lin Zhengquan’s explanation, Xiao Minghuang learned that this martial contest would feature five young talents each from Great Xia and the Golden Elephant Kingdom, competing in a best-of-five match. The winner would claim ownership of the spirit vein.
Originally, Lin Zhengquan planned for the four great families and the city lord’s mansion to each send one representative to compete on behalf of Beiyang City, but plans changed.
The Chen Family was exposed for harboring evil cultivators and was annihilated, leaving no one to send.
Lin Wanqiu’s meridians were cleared, and at just fourteen years old, she reached the peak of the Body Tempering Fealm, making her a top-tier genius in all of Great Xia, second only to Ninth Princess Xiao Minghuang.
Thus, the participants were decided: one from each of the three great families, Lin Wanqiu, and Xiao Minghuang as the final contender.
After hearing Lin Zhengquan’s plan, Xiao Minghuang frowned slightly and said:
“Why go through all the trouble? I can take them all down by myself!”
Hearing this, Lin Zhengquan awkwardly smiled and said:
“We’ve already agreed with the Golden Elephant Kingdom to send five participants each. Backing out now might lead to complications…”
“Fine, City Lord Lin, is there a training ground in the city? This is a good opportunity for me to see the strength of the young talents of Beiyang City.”
Upon hearing this, City Lord Lin’s expression first froze, then he showed a look of joy.
When the Ninth Princess said she wanted to see the strength of the young talents, given her talent and cultivation level, the so-called young talents were likely just mediocre.
The performance of the Chen Family’s heir at the banquet was truly disappointing, and the other three major families were no better. If they were to represent Beiyang City in the competition, there would probably be little chance of winning.
In reality, this was most likely the Ninth Princess’s way of ensuring victory in the upcoming martial competition by offering guidance to the young martial artists of Beiyang City.
In other words, this was a rare opportunity bestowed upon the young martial artists of Beiyang City!
Lin Zhengquan immediately responded:
“Your Highness, please proceed to the training ground. I will summon them right away!”
With these words, Lin Zhengquan bowed and retreated.
…
Training Ground.
This was a vast area paved with bluestone, spanning several hundred meters in all directions.
At the center of the training ground stood a massive Spirit Testing Disk, specifically used for martial artists to test their spiritual roots.
The training ground within the City Lord’s residence was open to all young martial artists of Beiyang City, so it was almost always bustling with activity and excitement.
However, at this moment, everyone’s attention was focused on the Spirit Testing Disk, unable to take their eyes off the three graceful figures standing in the center.
Three stunningly beautiful young women, each with their own unique charm, stood in front of the Spirit Testing Disk.
They simply stood there, not uttering a word or showing a smile, yet they had already left everyone present, regardless of age or gender, in awe.
A young martial artist exclaimed in admiration:
“Where are these three young ladies from? I can’t believe I have the chance to see such beautiful women. I must be truly blessed!”
A fellow female companion explained:
“The one on the right seems to be the City Lord’s eldest daughter, Lin Wanqiu. I’ve seen her before… she seems even more beautiful than before.”
A woman touched her chest and sighed, shaking her head:
“Comparing oneself to others is truly disheartening. If I were even half as beautiful as the young lady on the right, I wouldn’t feel so overshadowed.”
Another charming young girl spoke up:
“I think the one in the middle, wearing the red dress, is the most beautiful… If I could just kiss her once, I’d feel like my life was complete… Huh? Why are you all looking at me like that?”
Hearing this girl’s words, the other girls accompanying her looked at her in surprise and quickly distanced themselves from her.
Seeing this, the charming girl pouted and said disdainfully:
“With your looks, you’re not even one ten-thousandth as beautiful as that girl in red. Don’t get any ideas!”
The various reactions of the crowd below were completely unknown to Xiao Minghuang and her companions.
They had come to the training ground for two reasons: first, to meet the young martial artists of Beiyang City and select those with the strength to participate in the competition.
Second, to test their own spiritual root aptitude.
Martial artists could sense the general changes in their spiritual roots, but it was not precise.
The spiritual root aptitude measured by the Spirit Measuring Plate was the most accurate.
Xiao Minghuang stood in front of the Spirit Measuring Plate and first turned her gaze to Ye Ruoshui.
Ye Ruoshui understood and nodded, taking a step forward to stand before the Spirit Measuring Plate.
Thanks to Xiao Minghuang’s meticulous nurturing, she knew her spiritual root aptitude had significantly improved, likely reaching the Mystic Tier. However, the exact grade remained uncertain.
This was the perfect opportunity to determine her spiritual root grade.
In the next moment.
Ye Ruoshui extended her slender, fair hand and gently placed it on the Spirit Measuring Plate. She activated her cultivation technique, resonating with her spiritual root.
Hum!
A beam of colorful light shot into the sky from the Spirit Measuring Plate, divided into white, cyan, and red hues. A dense wave of spiritual energy surged forth, its overwhelming power astonishing everyone present.
“A Mystic Tier Supreme Grade Spiritual Root!”
An elderly martial artist exclaimed in shock.
“To think I would witness the emergence of a Mystic Tier Supreme Grade Spiritual Root in my lifetime—this life is now complete!”
An elderly man with white hair sighed in awe.
Amidst the chorus of astonishment, Ye Ruoshui stepped back to Xiao Minghuang’s side, her gaze shifting to Lin Wanqiu.
The corner of her mouth curled slightly, and a hint of provocation flashed in her eyes.
As if to say:
See? My talent is far beyond yours! Only I am worthy to stand by Her Highness’s side!
Lin Wanqiu naturally understood, but she did not respond in kind. Firstly, she considered herself more mature and above engaging with a mere maid. Secondly, as the newcomer, she felt it necessary to show some respect to her “senior.”
Lin Wanqiu composed herself and stepped forward, placing her hand on the Spirit Measuring Plate, resonating with her spiritual root.
In the next moment.
Beams of cyan, black, and red light shot into the sky, the spiritual energy surging and churning, its power no less astonishing than the previous spectacle.
PS: Grateful to have gained the favor of a great master.
《The Most Insufferable Valkyrie of Destiny》
As an ordinary Valkyrie,
Facing enemies,
Even in the midst of danger, she never stops taunting, constantly trying to provoke them.
“Seele, why do you keep inflating and then getting beaten up, over and over? Are you a pufferfish?”
“So you’re the so-called God of Honkai? Look at the Herrschers you’ve led—either traitors or quick to surrender. You’re really failing as a boss, aren’t you?”
And when it comes to her teammates, she shows no mercy either~
“Class Monitor, why are you in the women’s bathroom?”
“Bronya, how come your driver’s license got revoked again?”
“Aunt Himeko, you look so young, no one would guess you’re almost forty.”
“Great Aunt, you actually jumped up to hit my knee?!”
“Kiana, you wouldn’t want Mei to leave you, would you?”
“Mei, you wouldn’t want Kiana to suffer the pain of bearing the Herrscher’s power, would you?”
…
And all of this is actually her way of transforming this imperfect world into the one she envisions!
[Ding~ System Notification: Congratulations, host, you have obtained the ‘Kill with Words’ system. As long as you provoke others into emotional turmoil, you can replicate their abilities…]
“Before, I had no choice, but now, I want to be a bad woman…”
Translator: Glariosa
Editor: Ruu
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