Qin Feng was taken aback. Could it be that he wanted to rebel?
Huang Xu had long been completely stunned, his mind unable to wrap around the situation.
Hei Jiao remarked, "Isn't this just a reflection of the end of a dynasty? You should know that nobles and ministers have their own ambitions."
The Seventh Princess showed a complex expression. "I don't mind, but to ascend to that position as a woman might not be easy."
Hei Jiao nodded reassuringly. "I will arrange for people to assist you. Moreover, Wei Guo Gong and Xian Guo Gong should support you. With me backing you up, what do you have to fear?"
Taking a deep breath, the Seventh Princess replied, "Alright, I agree. I just need to ensure our safety."
Hei Jiao nodded. "Don't you know Qin Feng? Would he really harm you?"
Feeling somewhat relieved, she thought, yes, after all, he is from my hometown; there’s some connection there. Besides, I’m not blocking his path.
"I have one more request," the Seventh Princess suddenly said.
Hei Jiao frowned slightly, sensing her greediness. His tone turned cold as he asked, "What is it?"
The Seventh Princess felt the change in his demeanor and trembled slightly in her heart. Summoning her courage, she said, "I want to cultivate... I want to learn the techniques."
Hei Jiao was taken aback, looking at her stubborn expression and realizing she wanted to strengthen herself. "Fine, but you'll have to wait until you take the throne to cultivate. You can't practice while sitting on that position."
"I understand; I can wait," the Seventh Princess replied firmly.
Hei Jiao gazed deeply at her. After all, she was a transmigrator; perhaps her future achievements would not be low.
With Hei Jiao's support, the Seventh Princess ascended smoothly, especially after he visited Wei Guo Gong and Xian Guo Gong. The two old men were determined to support her rise.
In the capital, with no other princes present, those officials had no choice but to reluctantly compromise.
When the Empress ascended, the entire Da Li was instantly shaken and plunged into chaos.
The Third Prince fled southward. Upon hearing the news of the Empress's rise, he immediately raised the banner of rebellion.
It must be said that these people were still dissatisfied with a woman being emperor, which allowed the Third Prince to gather quite a following.
In other regions as well, various rebel leaders began to emerge; it truly was a time of great turmoil across the land.
The chaos intensified as the demons took advantage of the situation. The capital remained relatively stable, thanks to Hei Jiao, who had the Seventh Princess establish a City God Temple and appointed a deceased Grand Scholar as the city god. This move brought a sense of calm to the capital, even keeping the demons at bay.
In the depths of the Ten Thousand Great Mountains, the Second Prince was determined to eliminate Qin Feng once and for all, risking everything by personally venturing into the mountains. Fortune smiled upon him as he was led by an Eagle Demon to a massive cave.
"Our king wishes to see you. Go inside," the Eagle Demon said coldly.
The Second Prince hesitated, uncertain about which king was being referred to.
The Eunuch, wary and alert, scanned their surroundings. He truly did not want to be there; it felt like walking into a den of demons—a certain path to death.
The Eagle Demon scoffed in annoyance. "You'll find out once you go in. Why ask so many questions?"
As an ordinary person, the Second Prince could hardly withstand the Eagle Demon’s fury and instinctively took several steps back.
The Eunuch's expression shifted dramatically, and he quickly stepped in front of the Second Prince. "Your highness, I hope your king does not intend to see our corpses."
The Eagle Demon shot a glance at the Eunuch, aware that although he was in the Yuan Shen Realm, he couldn't easily dismiss him.
"Enough with the chatter. Just go in," the Eagle Demon insisted impatiently.
The Eunuch turned to the Second Prince. "It's best if we comply and go inside."
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