The Aloof Lord's Mysterious Wife
Chapter 749: Never Won Before, Now Fantasizing About It?

Chapter 749: Never Won Before, Now Fantasizing About It?

Chu Hanlin, however, said, "Fourth Brother, Zen Master Cinian has done us a great favor, so what’s the harm in giving him two more talismans?"

"But there are many people. If we give Zen Master two more, it might not be enough," Chu Yang replied.

Chu Ye gently shook his head. "It’s fine. Father and I will be staying here to maintain order and handle the aftermath. We won’t be going back."

Chu Yang was stunned. "Father, Big Brother, you... According to Zen Master Cinian, the Emperor may pass away, and Fifth Brother will ascend the throne. At such a critical moment, how can you not be there?"

At least one of them should return!

There are so many dangerous people in the Capital!

Can Fifth Brother and Sixth Sister handle it on their own?

Chu Hanlin’s expression became serious. "The Emperor’s orders must not be defied. Only Fifth Brother should go back. If we return with him, we’ll be accused of treason."

Chu Ye also said, "Right now, it’s best for us to guard Yan Town and leave Fifth Brother to handle matters in the Capital."

As ministers, there were indeed many considerations.

They must not cause trouble for Fifth Brother at this critical juncture.

Zen Master Cinian sighed. "It’s said that cultivating immortality is difficult, but being an ordinary person is hard too. Being an official is even harder."

Although he knew that it would be very difficult for his son to return, the Chu family had to stay and remain loyal to their military duties, and could not easily disobey the Emperor’s orders.

Chu Yang was feeling sad for his family when Zen Master Cinian suddenly said, "Chu Yang, I’ll need a few more talismans from you."

Chu Yang rolled his eyes and reluctantly handed over four talismans.

Cinian held the Transfer Talisman lovingly, his eyes moistening.

"You don’t understand, these talismans are controlled by a few major sects. Their Talisman Cultivators draw high-level talismans, but they either keep them for their own sect or sell them at exorbitant prices," Cinian trembled as he spoke. "The last time I touched a Transfer Talisman was three hundred years ago..."

The Chu family exchanged looks.

Perhaps because Nanli was so skilled at drawing talismans, they couldn’t truly empathize with Cinian.

But one thing they were sure of: Nanli is incredible!

Chu Yang said, "Zen Master, in that case, you must know how to use it. There’s no need for me to say more."

"Yes, yes, I know how to use it," Cinian nodded. He then stuffed two of the talismans into his Qiankun Bag. "But Nanli drew this talisman with great effort. I won’t take any more. Chu Yang, just take me along."

"..." Chu Yang’s lips twitched. "I have to take Zhou Zida along as well."

Cinian immediately refused. "You can just give Zhou Zida one, can’t you? Ah, I really expended too much energy in that last battle. I need someone to assist me."

Chu Yang understood what Cinian was implying and reluctantly agreed.

After all, Cinian had used the Daluo Buddha Hand!

The twelve Shans and Lord Qiao had to stay behind to recover, so Chu Yang went to find Zhou Zida, preparing to head back to the Capital.

"Wait, what about me?!" Bai Xiangyu rushed over.

Cinian glanced at him. "Xiangyu, this is a matter of the Human World. You should go back to the Bai family."

"No way!" Bai Xiangyu, upon hearing that Nanli had returned to Mu Nation’s Capital, insisted on going along. Suddenly, a thought flashed in his mind. "Zen Master, if you don’t take me, I won’t be able to keep my mouth shut about the secret."

Cinian immediately turned cold. "Are you looking for death? I can certainly help you with that!"

With that, he raised his hand.

Chu Yang didn’t know what secret Bai Xiangyu knew, but he was aware of Bai Peng’s fiery temper. If Bai Xiangyu got hurt here, they would have more problems to deal with.

He quickly stopped Cinian. "Zen Master, if he wants to go, just let him come along. Zhou Zida, you take him."

With that, he handed Zhou Zida two Transfer Talismans.

Cinian put his hand down.

Zhou Zida was unwilling.

However, Bai Xiangyu released his Golden Core spiritual power to threaten Zhou Zida, and Zhou Zida dared not refuse.

Before they left, Cinian specifically reminded them, "We are cultivators; we must not get involved in the mundane power struggles of the world. At best, our cultivation will stagnate, at worst, it will be destroyed. Remember this!"

Chu Yang, however, was worried. "But what about Sixth Sister...?"

Cinian was ambiguous. "Nanli is different from us, don’t worry."

The Ziwei Emperor Star belongs to the Chu family, and Nanli has a very deep connection to it. He knew that everything was predestined.

Everything is the work of fate!

Mu Nation Imperial Palace.

Emperor’s Chambers.

Emperor Muwu’s pulse had become extremely weak.

The Chief Imperial Physician was at a loss.

Since the incident had happened so suddenly, the news inevitably leaked.

Important ministers and royal relatives gathered in a side hall, all with worried expressions, but their true thoughts remained unknown.

Suddenly, someone stood up, cleared his throat, and spoke, "Ladies and gentlemen, Your Highness, I have a few words to say."

Elder Xu’s face darkened as he responded, "Elder Huang, now is not the time for speeches."

Elder Huang waved his sleeve.

"Though it is inauspicious, I must speak for the sake of Mu Nation’s future!"

"Now that the Emperor is suddenly gravely ill, and the Third Prince is away commanding the army, someone must be in charge of the Capital!"

"I believe that Old Prince Ji, being the Emperor’s brother and the highest-ranking member of the royal family, is the most suitable to temporarily take over as regent!"

Old Prince Ji, sitting at the top, subtly shifted his gaze when he heard these words.

He was over sixty but still held himself straight, his energy vibrant.

All eyes fell on him, their expressions varied.

Old Prince Ji quickly said, "I’ve not been involved in court affairs for a long time, how can I take on such a responsibility? Moreover, didn’t the Emperor previously say that if any accidents occurred, Prince of Yu would take up the regency and assist the Third Prince?"

Elder Huang countered, "But the Ninth Prince is currently missing, and hasn’t returned to the Capital! Who knows when he will be back?"

They were essentially pointing out the Ninth Prince’s absence, and for the moment, Elder Xu could not refute this argument.

However, Elder Xu was not to be outdone and coldly said, "The Third Prince is not young and quite capable. I don’t think a regent is necessary."

Old Prince Ji stood up, adjusting his robe and putting on a serious expression.

"Elder Xu, one must not speak lightly. I’m not seeking power for myself, but due to the Third Prince’s background, there have always been rumors circulating among the people."

Other royal relatives exchanged glances and began to support Old Prince Ji.

They had been wary of Ye Siheng before, not daring to speak too much. But now that Ye Siheng was missing and Emperor Muwu had suddenly fallen ill, they could not allow Chu Yan, the Emperor’s illegitimate son, to take over power.

Among them, Prince Zhuang had not yet expressed his opinion.

He was sweating in his palms.

His royal uncle, who had always seemed uninterested in the affairs of the world, quickly began to make moves after the Ninth Prince’s incident.

"Royal Uncle," Prince Zhuang swallowed and tried to persuade him, "You’re getting old, you should focus on taking care of yourself."

You never won before, so why are you fantasizing about it now?

An old royal uncle, with just a few relatives and ministers supporting him, thinks he can become the regent and seize power? What are you thinking!