My Wife Turns Out to be an Empress of the Dynasty
Chapter 730 - 730: The Formation is Changed

Zhongren stopped in front of Gu Lan and greeted him with a bow.

"Greetings, my Lord!"

Having been struck by backlash earlier, the speed of his recovery was solely due to Gu Lan. If not for the Spirit Fruit that Gu Lan had given him, he would still be severely wounded.

Seeing his respectful gesture, Gu Lan simply waved his hand in response.

"There is no need for such formalities. I called you here to discuss something with you."

Upon hearing this, Zhongren immediately straightened up. His gaze shifted to Gu Lan, his expression filled with deep respect. Without uttering another word, he stood still, awaiting Gu Lan's instructions.

"Is the formation you left outside Lanyan Royal School still in place?"

"The formation is intact, though some parts have been damaged. But it can still be used."

The formation was originally designed by Zhongren himself, so restoring it would be easy for him—though it would require some effort.

Gu Lan nodded thoughtfully as Zhongren spoke, then asked, "I remember that the formation you set up is a defensive one. Is there a way to modify it into an offensive formation?"

This was his main objective. A purely defensive formation wouldn't suffice for what was to come. Problems would only escalate, and the formation wouldn't be able to hold up forever. Rather than relying on defense, it would be better to enhance the formation with some offensive capabilities.

With this, they could buy some time for the disciples of Lanyan Royal School and ensure their safety.

"It can be done, but..." Zhongren hesitated, his expression growing more solemn. "To change the formation to an offensive one requires a substantial amount of power. Especially an offensive formation—it needs to contain a killing aura."

Gu Lan, however, appeared unfazed by his concerns and spoke calmly.

"If it's difficult to discuss, just say it. There's no need to hold back."

Seeing Gu Lan's indifferent demeanor, Zhongren finally voiced his concerns. As he spoke, Gu Lan smiled faintly.

"I thought it was something serious, but it's only this little issue!"

"Power is not a problem. Just go ahead and make the changes. I will assist you!"

With those words, Gu Lan summoned his energy. At that moment, both Ding True Man and Shadow Slave appeared.

"Greetings, Master!"

"You two come with me and help him set up the formation."

Gu Lan's strength was unquestionable, but Ding True Man was also a force to be reckoned with. At the peak of the Heaven-Fixing Realm, Ding True Man's power was formidable.

"Yes, Master!"

The two of them bowed respectfully. Without any further words from Gu Lan, he manipulated his energy and leapt into the sky.

Seeing his movement, both Ding True Man and Shadow Slave quickly followed suit, releasing their energies. Together, the three of them rose into the void, their combined power surging, and countless golden rays shot down from the sky.

"Begin!"

At Gu Lan's command, Zhongren quickly moved forward. He formed seals with his hands, and the principles of Qimen Dunjia began to flow outward.

Guided by the formation of Qimen Dunjia, the power from Gu Lan and his companions poured into the formation.

...

In just a few moments, Zhongren was drenched in sweat, his face showing signs of exhaustion and pain. But he didn't stop. In fact, his movements became faster as he realized this was his one and only chance. If he failed now, the formation would be lost for good.

Seeing his struggle, Gu Lan raised a hand, and a torrent of True Qi enveloped Zhongren, soothing his energy and helping him regain composure.

Zhongren, still in shock, turned his head to speak, but Gu Lan cut him off.

"Finish the formation first!"

Zhongren nodded, his face resolute. The Qimen Dunjia, now in full flow, unleashed a massive surge of golden light, and the sky above dimmed as lightning rained down in thunderous strikes.

With the sound of roaring thunder, the entire sky trembled. Zhongren, now completely exhausted, retracted his energy, but the storm of lightning continued to rage above them.

When Zhongren finally made his way to Gu Lan, his face was serious.

"The formation is complete, but it still requires a treasure containing a killing aura to suppress it. Without this item, everything we've done will be in vain."

This was the key to the formation. If they didn't have the right object, their efforts would amount to nothing.

Upon hearing this, Gu Lan furrowed his brows. He didn't possess such an item himself.

But just because he didn't have it didn't mean others didn't.

A golden light soared into the sky, and before long, Xue Lengyan's figure appeared in the distance.

Her expression was serious as she walked up to Gu Lan and bowed slightly.

"May I ask, why did you summon me here, my Lord?"

Although Xue Lengyan had a cooperative relationship with Gu Lan, she wasn't entirely comfortable with him. After all, she wasn't his match in strength, and she had already fulfilled her part of their agreement.

Before she could finish speaking, Gu Lan interrupted her with a calm expression.

"I need an object that contains a killing aura. Do you have one?"

Gu Lan's words were straightforward, and he had no intention of making small talk. All he needed was the object; he wasn't interested in anything else.

The reason he called Xue Lengyan here was simple—she was the young lord of the Blood Clan and, as such, would have access to such an item.

Xue Lengyan paused for a moment, her face growing more serious. But she didn't immediately reject him. Instead, she nodded.

"I do have such a treasure, but why should I give it to you?"

Her words were valid—though they cooperated, they weren't friends. They had no bond of affection, only mutual use. Why should she give this powerful treasure to him?

Gu Lan had already anticipated this response, and he wasn't bothered by it.

Without saying anything further, Gu Lan summoned the Linglong Pagoda, which transformed and enveloped her before she could react.

Upon entering the Linglong Pagoda, Xue Lengyan's face was filled with confusion. Her eyes were full of suspicion as she turned to Gu Lan.

"What is this about?"

"I don't take things for free," Gu Lan replied with a calm expression. "You can choose any treasure from here."

Gu Lan had already made a huge concession. He was offering her anything she wanted. The treasures within the Linglong Pagoda were no less valuable than those in the Blood Clan—if not more so.

Xue Lengyan was taken aback by his words, but instead of looking at the treasures around her, she immediately focused her gaze on Gu Lan. After a moment of contemplation, she responded indifferently.

"I don't need the treasures. I'll give you the item you want."

Gu Lan was surprised, but he didn't press her further. He simply smiled and asked, "What are your terms?"

If she didn't want the treasures, it was clear she would have a condition of her own.

"I need you to assist me in one matter. If you agree, I'll give you the item," Xue Lengyan said, her voice steady.

Upon hearing this, Gu Lan chuckled. It was clear she had been planning this all along.

"Fine, I agree. But I will not interfere in any matters of the Blood Clan."

This was a trivial issue. He wasn't about to involve himself in their internal affairs.