Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation  Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
The Empress calmed her emotions for a moment and conveyed her thoughts to Muchen. These two individuals couldnât be let go; they needed to ascertain the origin of the black mist that had just appeared.
Although Muchen was somewhat puzzled, if the Empress said so, it meant the situation was far from simple.
He refrained from asking further questions.
On the other hand, Shi Jiu was somewhat annoyed.
The formidable Four Tribulation realm expert beside him also opened his eyes at this moment.
He didnât look at Muchen but rather at the Empress of Yue Kingdom. Though he didnât speak, a cold snort from him shook the hall.
âElder Shi Han, indeed, I was rude just now!â The Empress nodded slightly, expressing her apology.
This Elder Shi Han was a prominent figure from the Shi Kingdom in the previous era.
Back then, he possessed the strength of a peak Four Tribulation realm expert.
Unfortunately, he failed to overcome the tribulation and now, having become a scattered Tribulation Realm expert, his strength was inferior to that of a typical Four Tribulation realm expert.
Even so, he would have acted just now if not for Shi Jiuâs intervention.
If he had acted, the Empress would have surely taken the opportunity to drive him away.
For the sake of Muchen, he had endured much.
âYour Majesty Fengchen, donât forget, he is the grandson of the Fifth Lord. He carries the blood of our Shi family!â Shi Hanâs voice was loud, not merely waving a big flag.
In the current Ancient Wood Continent, the Shi family held significant influence.
Moreover, the Shi Kingdom even possessed a Flame God that could suppress the existence of the Divine Wood King.
A small country like Yue Kingdom dared to treat descendants of the Shi family in such a manner.
If it werenât for Shi Jiuâs infatuation, he would have eagerly exposed this matter, letting the Yue Kingdom know how terrifying the anger of the Shi Kingdom could be.
âSenior Shi Han, please stop talking. I, Shi Jiu, came here with determination!â Gasping for breath, Shi Jiu, first injured by the power of Death and then internally shaken by Muchen, was somewhat unstable in his divine body.
His strength had declined quite a bit now.
But it didnât have much of an impact.
Now, only Jian Wushuang remained.
As long as he defeated Jian Wushuang, he could rightfully marry Jinchen or marry into the Yue Kingdom, and he was willing to do so.
As long as his grandfather supported him, it was enough.
Princess Jinchen behind the screen watched this scene with heartache.
The Empressâs face showed some embarrassment at the words.
Had she ever been threatened like this before?
The anger of the Shi family?
The Empress also had anger in her eyes. If she were in the Seven Tribulation realm, what would she fear from the Shi Kingdom?
What would she fear from others entering the Yue Kingdom?
Unfortunately, she wasnât!
So she had to fight.
In this Sacred Assembly, she must secure the position of the Holy Maiden.
Then she would abdicate the throne of the Yue Kingdom, go to the Ancient Wood Sect with endless resources, and have no worries about the sixth tribulation.
After becoming a Six Tribulation realm expert, she would wholeheartedly prepare for the seventh tribulation.
With the support of the Ancient Wood Sect, she also had great confidence.
If she continued to advance, even with the combined strength of her entire clan, she wouldnât have the confidence to reach the Seven Tribulation realm.
The Six Tribulation realm was already her limit.
Moreover, it was unstable. Otherwise, she would have already crossed the sixth tribulation.
Muchen paid no attention to the foolish Shi Han and instead turned to Jian Wushuang, saying, âItâs all up to you. Donât feel pressured. Shi Jiu is already injured, so you still have a good chance!â
Jian Wushuang nodded lightly and took a step forward, already in front of Shi Jiu.
When the Empress looked at Jian Wushuang, she couldnât quite see through him. Deep down, however, she hoped Jian Wushuang could defeat his opponent.
Princess Jincheng behind the screen also kept her eyes on Jian Wushuang. She always felt that Jian Wushuang resembled the mysterious strongman she had encountered on Hundred Flowers Mountain, and she was deeply worried.
âYouâre very strong!â Jian Wushuang faced Shi Jiu.
No one expected that the first thing Jian Wushuang said would be to praise Shi Jiu.
Shi Jiu smiled and said casually, âAlthough I canât see through you, I can feel that youâre different from the three before you!â
âItâs true, I am somewhat different!â Jian Wushuang admitted directly, without any concealment.
After saying that, to everyoneâs surprise, he took out a Life-Restoring Fruit brought from the Qishen Temple from his mustard seed bag.
This was a treasure for enhancing divine bodies and also for restoring them.
In a realm dominated by divine power, it was most suitable for cultivators.
Swish!
Jian Wushuang threw it without any hesitation.
Shi Jiu was momentarily stunned but still caught it.
Not only Shi Jiu, but the others also couldnât understand what Jian Wushuang was doing.
Emperor Mangjia, who had been easily defeated by Shi Jiu earlier, was even more astonished and asked, âWhat is he trying to do?â
The Empressâs eyes kept flashing, unable to understand Jian Wushuangâs intentions.
âWu Li, whatâs going on here? Could it be that the fruit is highly toxic?â Muchen speculated privately through voice transmission.
However, Wu Li just rolled his eyes, finding the prince embarrassing. He directly said, âNothing much, perhaps my nephew feels itâs too shameful to defeat an injured Emperor!â
âHmmâŚâ Muchen was completely stunned.
Isnât this too confident?
Shi Jiuâs previous burst of divine power had already exceeded 150,000-fold, and that was when he was injured. Perhaps heâs even more powerful than this, and there might be a hidden move.
Isnât he afraid of losing?
At this moment, he couldnât care less and directly reminded Jian Wushuang, âNewphew Wushuang, you must think it through. Whoever marries Jincheng will secure a spot in the Sacred Assembly!â
âBrother Muchen, saying such things takes the fun out of it!â
Standing on the sidelines, Shi Han sneered at the two, but he couldnât help but look at Jian Wushuang differently for his actions.
Compared to the previous few, Jian Wushuang was clearly more pleasing to the eye.
âThis fool wasted the trump card he just used!â
The two Emperors who were nearly killed by Shi Jiu looked at Jian Wushuang as if he were an idiot.
Shi Jiu held the green fruit in his hand, using Thought power to examine it and found nothing wrong. He sincerely said, âThank you!â
Crack!
He took a bite, and green juice flowed out from the corner of his mouth.
Powerful vitality and boundless divine power surged into Shi Jiuâs body in an instant.
In just a moment, he returned to his peak state, even stronger than before.
Hum!
Shi Jiu clenched his fists slightly, exerting force, and his divine power erupted directly, accompanied by thunderous strength surging around him.
150,000-fold divine power.
âHow are you feeling? Have you recovered?â Jian Wushuang inquired.
Shi Jiu immediately took out 100,000 universe crystals from his mustard seed and thanked him, saying, âPlease accept this, my friend. It would be a waste for me to keep such precious treasures!â
He actually had recovery treasures of his own, but their effects were definitely not as potent as the Life-Restoring Fruit.
âJust a fruit, itâs nothing worth mentioning,â Jian Wushuang shook his head with a smile. However, since the other party insisted, he accepted it.
To avoid any awkwardness later on, if the other party felt hesitant to go all out against him.
Elder Muchen couldnât hold back anymore. At this point, he even doubted whether Jian Wushuang had been bribed.
Just as he was about to speak up, he was pulled back by Wu Li.
As a citizen of Yue Kingdom, though not of the royal family, Wu Li felt that if Muchen continued, the dignity of Yue Kingdom would be compromised.
Although the Empress was somewhat puzzled, she still greatly appreciated Jian Wushuangâs actions.
A dispute among gentlemen should be conducted with integrity and honor.
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