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"Master, what do you plan to do?" Chen Shilong stared at Yuan Ruyi, swallowing hard, feeling a bit apprehensive.
Chen Shilong, Fang Kuan, and Duke of Qi had long followed Yuan Ruyi to learn the ways of the Dao, and Chen Shilong was well aware of Yuan Ruyi's capabilities.
"Of course, it's an eye for an eye. Can I just let it go after they killed my disciple?" Yuan Ruyi shot Chen Shilong a disdainful glance.
"Being able to kill Fang Kuan means that Lu Chen is quite capable. However, I cannot let him off the hook; I must deal with him according to my own rules," Yuan Ruyi continued.
"I have fought Lu Chen before. His cultivation is average, but he possesses many magical artifacts. It seems he even has King Jun's life artifact. When I battled him that day, if it weren't for my concern about King Jun, I would have already captured him," Chen Shilong said.
"King Jun?" Yuan Ruyi was slightly surprised, his expression shifting. "Are you suspecting that Lu Chen is King Jun's disciple or confidant? But that doesn't matter; I am not afraid of him at all. Besides, Lu Chen killed my disciple first. Even if I take him in front of Jun, he wouldn't dare do anything to me." Yuan Ruyi stroked his goat beard, exuding a certain aura.
"Master is wise. As far as I know, Great Zhou Fortune King is not dead; he has now allied with the Sun Family from the East Sea and has great ambitions," Chen Shilong had already uncovered the news about Huangfu Qi being alive but had kept it under wraps until now.
"Prince Fu Huangfu Qi? Is he the ninth son of the Great Zhou Emperor? The one who was once poisoned by other princes and stripped of all power?" Yuan Ruyi asked casually.
"Yes, that's him. He has colluded with Sun Zizhao from the Sun Family and seems to have a close relationship with this Lu Chen. Should we take advantage of this situation?" Chen Shilong inquired.
Yuan Ruyi paused for a moment before saying, "Forget it; let's not bother with him. Whoever wants to ally with him can do so. The fall of the Great Zhou Dynasty is destined; Huangfu Qi's fate has been arranged this way. Now chaos is about to erupt; the three factions are eyeing each other closely. The time of disaster is approaching, and various rebel kings and traitors will emerge. We must accelerate our plans."
As Yuan Ruyi spoke, he paused again, contemplating for a moment before continuing, "Not long ago, I worked with Ruyi and several senior brothers to refine the State Artifact. It took considerable time and effort to ensure we are well-prepared for the coming turmoil; Supreme Imperial Authority is already within our grasp."
Yuan Ruyi openly expressed his ambition for the Yin Yang Gate and aimed for Imperial Authority without any intention of concealing it. He had already refined the State Artifact and was just waiting for the right moment.
Chen Shilong's eyes lit up as he nodded and smiled slightly. "With Master and Uncle working together to refine the State Artifact, it seems we are almost guaranteed success in seizing Imperial Authority. That Lu Chen poses no threat; if he hadn't been hiding in Naval Base of Yushan Kingdom these days and if I weren't concerned about Naval Minister Adolf's connections, I would have stormed in there and dragged him out to shred him into pieces." Chen Shilong's expression turned fierce as he spoke.
Yuan Ruyi waved his hand dismissively. "It doesn't matter; what can a Naval Base do? Wherever I want to go, I can go; what’s a mere Naval Base?"
"Master is wise," Chen Shilong said excitedly. "According to what I've learned, Lu Chen is no longer at Adolf's Naval Base; he has come to Central Plains and should be near Anzhou now. I will send someone immediately to track his whereabouts and relay any news back as soon as possible."
Yuan Ruyi waved his hand, stopping Chen Shilong, and said, "Wait a moment. Since we have already arrived in the Central Plains, there is no need to fear him any longer. Logically speaking, this child also practices Yin Spirit, moving without a trace. Even if you manage to track him down, by the time your information comes back, he could have left countless times. It would be better for me to go personally; encountering him would be the best outcome."
"Are you leaving now, Master? I have already sent someone to inform Second Senior Brother; he wishes to meet you and hopes you can visit Chongzhou when you have time," Chen Shilong stood up, looking at Yuan Ruyi who was about to leave the command tent.
Yuan Ruyi paused, contemplating for a moment before turning back and saying, "Let's put this matter aside for now. Fang Kuan's situation must be addressed; otherwise, I won't be able to explain myself to Supreme Ruyi."
With a flick of his robe sleeve, Yuan Ruyi added with some significance, "Since he became a prince, it seems his temperament has changed as well. Whether we meet or not can wait until later."
With that, Yuan Ruyi exited the tent and leaped into the sky, transforming into a streak of light and disappearing.
In the blink of an eye, only Chen Shilong remained in the tent. Yuan Ruyi had left too quickly; there were still things he wanted to say. He wet his lips with his tongue and then called over a soldier to relay Yuan Ruyi's instructions before heading over to see the King of Qi.
In the Southern Seven States, Lu Chen sat alone on a mountain outside Banshu Castle, practicing and passing the time. Before long, a night slipped away unnoticed.
The next day, as the sun rose high in the sky, Lu Chen awoke from his meditative state. After surveying his surroundings, he quietly made his way into Banshu Castle.
Following his memory, Lu Chen moved through Banshu Castle like an ordinary person amidst the bustling crowd until he reached the northeastern corner of the city where he remembered seeing a grove.
After circling around the forest, Lu Chen found the entrance to Ye Family Mansion. When he arrived, he was greeted by a different scene at the entrance of Ye Family Mansion.
Outside the luxurious yet understated courtyard gate stood a notice board displaying a high bounty for hiring an esteemed physician for Ye Yunding, with a reward of no less than thirty thousand taels of gold.
"Thirty thousand taels of gold—equivalent to four hundred thousand taels of silver," Lu Chen murmured to himself, unable to suppress his astonishment.
Ye Dajin truly was a wealthy merchant; he was generous enough to offer forty-five hundred thousand taels of silver without batting an eye while posting this notice.
It seemed he couldn't help but make Ye Yunding's situation public; it was understandable given that Ye Dajin had a son late in life.
For someone like Ye Dajin, what did money matter? Family ties were what truly mattered; after all, parental love runs deep—anyone would do the same in his position.
Although Ye Yunding's illness is rare, his willingness to spend a fortune in search of an excellent physician shows just how much he cherishes Ye Yunding.
At this point, Lu Chen finally understands why people from the world prefer to be born into wealthy families or noble families; it is because they have resources that are truly advantageous.
At the entrance of the Ye Family Mansion, a crowd has already gathered. Although this place is remote, word spreads quickly, and the number of onlookers continues to grow.
Seeing this situation, Lu Chen took advantage of the moment and spoke to the gatekeeper, easily making his way into the inside of the residence.
Like other physicians who came for interviews, a group of over ten was led into a reception room where drinks were served attentively without any neglect.
The Ye Residence is vast and grand, with luxurious decorations everywhere—pavilions, towers, artificial hills, and lakes, adorned with intricate carvings and paintings, comparable to Han Wangfu.
Moreover, there is a faint aura of nobility emanating from the Ye Residence that even Han Wangfu cannot match.
Most of the physicians who came to interview alongside Lu Chen are elderly men in their fifties or sixties with white beards, appearing quite experienced and sincere.
In contrast, Lu Chen is a young man under twenty, looking more like a young master. He is the only one of his kind here, naturally attracting disdain and contempt from others.
To this, Lu Chen merely smiled. He knows Ye Yunding's "illness" better than anyone; these people certainly cannot cure it—only he can.
After sitting in the reception room for a while, around noon, everyone's tea had been refilled several times, yet they still had not seen the main figure. Only a few servants were present to attend to them, leaving everyone feeling puzzled and even somewhat indignant.
Then, those servants surprisingly arranged meals right there, claiming it was a free treat for everyone without any charge.
In response, everyone fell silent; although waiting was unreasonable, having a free lunch was indeed generous.
Looking at the dishes on the table, they were surprisingly lavish—plenty of fish and meat without any stinginess.
Lu Chen symbolically ate a little as a gesture. Most others did the same; although fish and meat are good, they are not beneficial for health. Overindulgence is not wise; moderation is key.
After dinner, everyone lounged in the parlor, acting as if they were lords.
When impatience began to grow among the crowd, they were informed that they would have to return the next day. This immediately led to a chorus of complaints, with many criticizing the Ye Residence for being inhumane and wasting everyone's time.
In response, the servants explained that a distinguished physician would be coming tomorrow to join the many doctors here for a consultation.
Furthermore, regarding the time wasted today, although no illnesses were treated, the Ye Residence generously compensated each visiting physician with two taels of silver, showing great hospitality.
With that, no one had anything more to say.
They had sat idly for a while, enjoyed a good meal, and received payment—such an opportunity was rare. Moreover, there would be a consultation with many physicians discussing together; that was the key point everyone was looking forward to.
And who exactly would that distinguished physician be?
Seeing this situation, Lu Chen could only smile wryly and shake his head before leaving the Ye Residence.
If he wanted to enter, he could easily manifest his true self without any trouble. However, he was somewhat interested in that physician. Since it wouldn't take much effort, he decided to see who this person truly was.
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