Demon Slaying, Gaining 60 Years of Cultivation From the Start

Within the inner city of Tiandu, at Prince Huai's Mansion.

At this moment, King Huai had already learned from Mr. Gongsun the news about Gu Chen that was currently spreading throughout the land.

Mr. Gongsun thought that King Huai would be pleased, but unexpectedly, Da Xia's most esteemed prince furrowed his brows at this time.

"My lord, is there something inappropriate with Marquis Wu'an's recent actions?" Seeing King Huai like this, Mr. Gongsun couldn't help but ask in a low voice.

For some reason, he had recently been feeling a sense of awe from the prince that even he, a Grandmaster of the Martial Path at the Innate Realm, found to be chilling, causing his heart to occasionally palpitate.

It was strange, considering that King Huai was just an ordinary person who knew nothing of martial arts, which was what made Mr. Gongsun find the situation most peculiar.

Even more so, during this period, Mr. Gongsun felt that King Huai's entire demeanor had changed, no longer as gentle as before but rather sharp, as though he had become a different person.

Therefore, in recent times, Mr. Gongsun had been approaching King Huai with a bit of trepidation.

King Huai, with an expressionless face, sat upright at the head of the room, saying, "Gu Chen has immense talent, but his nature is indeed somewhat arrogant. Has he ever considered what the six great holy lands will do in the face of such repeated provocations?"

"This..." Mr. Gongsun hesitated upon hearing this.

Although the six great holy lands had been repeatedly humbled by Gu Chen, their formidable reputation built over tens of thousands of years remained deeply rooted. Mr. Gongsun, shaken by the news of Gu Chen, had not thought about this matter before, but now with King Huai's prompting, he began to feel anxious as well.

"Does my lord think that the six great holy lands will deal with Da Xia?"

King Huai said, "It's not a question of if, but when. For tens of thousands of years, the six great holy lands have dominated the Nine Provinces, always remaining aloof. Over the years, aside from Dugu Yun and my imperial brother, how many have dared to challenge the dignity of the six great holy lands like this? Gu Chen's actions of late have been excessive."

Mr. Gongsun looked at King Huai and sensed his displeasure.

King Huai had always been very supportive of Gu Chen, but now Gu Chen's recent activities seemed to have left a somewhat unfavorable impression on him.

"He's too reckless," King Huai frowned.

Mr. Gongsun hesitated, "But my lord, I heard that something has happened in the land of Tianzhou, and currently, the six great holy lands should be preoccupied and unable to spare the effort to deal with Gu Chen."

"Do you think it would be difficult for the six great holy lands to kill Gu Chen?" King Huai asked blandly, casting a glance at Mr. Gongsun that made him tremble slightly.

"Furthermore, the current world is in chaos, the Six Union God Sect is powerful, and it's clear that Da Xia is no match for them. By making enemies and dragging the six great holy lands into this situation, placing them on the opposing side of Da Xia, do you think his actions are wise?

If the six great holy lands, the Six Union God Sect, the barbarians, and the Great Yuan all act against Da Xia at the same time, what do you think will become of Da Xia then?"

"Is it that serious?" Hearing this, Mr. Gongsun was immediately taken aback.

King Huai's face was impassive as he said, "Of course, it is! Recently, whether it be Qin Wu, the Tower Supervisor, or my dear nephew, they have all been too indulgent towards Gu Chen. If this continues, he will eventually cause a great disaster, and all of Da Xia will suffer for it!"

"Then, what does my lord suggest?" Mr. Gongsun asked in a low voice.

King Huai was silent for a moment, not answering Mr. Gongsun but instead asking, "Where is Gu Chen now?"

Upon hearing this, Mr. Gongsun quickly replied, "Reporting to my lord, Marquis Wu'an is currently on his way back to Tiandu. The Jing Tian Department has received news and has already dispatched someone to take over the Arsenal and the Mysterious Pill Workshop."

"Don't let these paltry gains cloud your judgment. The Six Union God Sect and the demons are our true enemies."

After saying this, King Huai looked in the direction of the imperial palace and said, "Unless something unexpected happens, during tomorrow's court session my nephew will surely lavish praise on Gu Chen."

Mr. Gongsun, upon hearing this, was once again shocked and vaguely felt he could predict what might happen, but he did not dare to speak further.

"You may leave," said King Huai blandly.

"Yes," Mr. Gongsun bowed and hurriedly exited.

In recent times, King Huai had not asked him to stay close for protection, and his way of doing things had also changed from the past, which left Mr. Gongsun somewhat astonished, but he did not dare to ask any questions.

Soon, a night passed, and the next day, during the early court session in the Golden Throne Hall.

At this moment, Emperor Ji Yuan, dressed in a nine-dragon robe and wearing the imperial crown, sat on the throne with a dignified and kingly aura.

Like the usual early court sessions, the ministers reported various issues for Emperor Ji Yuan to decide upon. Soon enough, the session was drawing to a close.

"Have all the ministers paid attention to some of the rumors circulating in the Nine Provinces recently?" Emperor Ji Yuan spoke with an imposing look, gazing down at his courtiers as he slowly began.

Lately, he had been handling affairs of the court with increasing adeptness, and the ministers were growing ever more reverent of him. Emperor Ji Yuan was already in a very good mood, and upon hearing the eunuch share news of Gu Chen's actions, which had intimidated all under heaven, he was further exhilarated.

Therefore, he couldn't wait to bestow honors upon Gu Chen during today's court session. Stay tuned with My Virtual Library Empire

"Is Your Majesty referring to Marquis Wu'an's victory over numerous enemies?" said one of Emperor Ji Yuan's trusted officials, stepping forward to respond to his inquiry.@@novelbin@@

"Yes," Emperor Ji Yuan nodded and said gravely, "Marquis Wu'an has upheld the dignity of our great Da Xia, and so, after contemplating throughout last night, I have decided to reward Marquis Wu'an."