Meng Xiaohun didn’t care about the wounds on his body. With an incantation, the bloodstain disappeared. He underestimated Huangfu Yuchen. Over the years, they both improved their skills. The sword in Huangfu Yuchen’s hand seemed extraordinary, possessing immense power. If he could snatch that sword, his strength would soar!
Meng Xiaohun narrowed his eyes, and the dissipating black mist in his palms intensified, forming two black sword energies. With a loud shout, the dual swords attacked, suddenly elongating like two black pillars fiercely crashing towards Huangfu Yuchen.
Enormous pressure rushed towards Huangfu Yuchen, forcing him back three steps. He realized that the attack descended at an angle, and beneath him were soldiers engaged in a battle. He didn’t care about the lives of the Mai Kingdom soldiers, but he couldn’t disregard the soldiers of Great Han.
Meng Xiaohun grinned in triumph, his eyes showing no disguise of his calculation.
Huangfu Yuchen steadied himself, retreating two more steps before channeling true qi into the spiritual sword, grasping the hilt with both hands and launching an imposing attack as if opening the heavens and earth. Surging true qi burst in the air like a thunderclap, rapidly crushing the black mist and Meng Xiaohun.
Startled, Meng Xiaohun hastily dodged backward.
Huangfu Yuchen relentlessly pursued, subtly driving Meng Xiaohun away from the battlefield, gradually distancing themselves from the fight.
At first, Cao Zhan and the others below watched with nervousness but soon calmed down and started commanding the battle calmly.
“Report – General, a group of martial artists from the martial world have arrived outside the camp.”
Cao Zhan frowned, “What do they want?”
“They say they’ve come to help.”
Cao Zhan was taken aback, “Help? Martial artists from the martial world have always—”
Before he could finish, a large group of people on horseback rushed forward. Among them were men and women, all dressed as martial artists.
Several deputy generals by Cao Zhan’s side gripped their weapons vigilantly.
In the crowd, Cao Zhan spotted the head of Yingshan Hall, Zeng Shouli, and his expression relaxed slightly. Zeng Shouli would never go against the court, so he could deduce the intentions of the other martial artists.
The group of martial artists passed by Cao Zhan without stopping, directly dismounting their horses and fearlessly joining the fierce battle.
“General, these people are so arrogant!” one of the deputy generals exclaimed angrily.
Cao Zhan gestured, “It’s not the time to argue. Instruct the kitchen to prepare food for these hundreds of people.”
“Yes.”
The sect leader of the Luna Worshiping Sect accompanied by two disciples nodded at Cao Zhan and passed by swiftly.
In the distance, Huangfu Yuchen and Meng Xiaohun were evenly matched, their powerful attacks producing thunderous sounds that shook the earth. The wind blew even stronger, and dark clouds swiftly moved, becoming thicker and heavier, as if the sky was about to collapse.
Meng Xiaohun couldn’t take down Huangfu Yuchen for a long time and he frowned. But he wasn’t an impulsive person, having spent years plotting and planning, rather than becoming anxious, he grew even calmer, moving like a shooting star and evading another attack from Huangfu Yuchen.
He opened his mouth and uttered a few sinister words: “Annihilation Decree, Kill!”
Intense black mist surged. It spread rapidly, enclosing him and Huangfu Yuchen.
Huangfu Yuchen’s heart trembled, and he activated ninety percent of his true qi to protect his entire body. The black mist was so potent that he felt as if he was surrounded by countless Meng Xiaohuns.
“Hmph! Die!” Meng Xiaohun roared, his two arms engulfed in dense mist transformed into two black giant blades, slashing towards Huangfu Yuchen. Simultaneously, the surrounding black mist, as if receiving an order, crept closer, dense killing intent pressing down on Huangfu Yuchen’s head.
Huangfu Yuchen stared at Meng Xiaohun’s emotionless eyes, shook his head inwardly, and his gaze turned cold. A silver light flashed from Huangfu Yuchen’s body, fearlessly meeting Meng Xiaohun’s attack.
The clash left neither with an advantage.
The brief silver light caught Meng Xiaohun’s attention, and he thought Huangfu Yuchen had unleashed a powerful move. However, the force of his attack remained the same as before. This made him suspicious and his attacks became more ferocious.
Huangfu Yuchen endured the pressure from the black mist, retaliating while intentionally circling Meng Xiaohun.
Meng Xiaohun became flustered. He knew he couldn’t drag on any longer. His two giant blades slashed at Huangfu Yuchen with incredible speed, creating sharp, ear-piercing whistles.
“Die!”
Suddenly, Huangfu Yuchen stood still and merely made a diagonal stabbing motion from the left side.
Meng Xiaohun was overjoyed, thinking Huangfu Yuchen dared to underestimate him. This would cause his certain death!
He promptly dodged to the other side, but his body suddenly felt intense pain as someone attacked him from behind!
He couldn’t believe it. He looked down, and saw a sword piercing through his abdomen from behind.
The sword made of qi had fulfilled its purpose, and it dissolved into smoke without a trace. In an instant, crimson blood gushed from the wound on his abdomen.
Huangfu Yuchen appeared in front of Meng Xiaohun in an instant, striking his heart with a palm.
Meng Xiaohun spurted out blood with a “puff” and weakly knelt on the ground, “Impossible, this can’t be!”
He turned his head with difficulty, and a familiar figure appeared before him. The figure then calmly walked to Huangfu Yuchen’s side.
This person looked exactly like Huangfu Yuchen!
“You, you…” Meng Xiaohun stared doubtfully at the second Huangfu Yuchen, not even paying attention to the system prompt in his mind, “Ding. The host is about to die. Countdown to death, 30, 29, 28, 27…”
Huangfu Yuchen crouched in front of him, gently wiping away the blood from the corner of Meng Xiaohun’s mouth, “Me and Xiao Ge are cultivators of the heaven and earth energy. When we reach a high level of cultivation, we can ascend to become immortals. This is my clone. I originally planned to prepare a Foundation Building Pill for you, but… “
“I…” Meng Xiaohun opened his mouth, spewing another mouthful of blood. He weakly grasped Huangfu Yuchen’s hand, almost squeezing blood out of it. His eyes showed a swift flow of complex and indiscernible emotions, perhaps hatred, regret, supplication, or relief.
“5, 4, 3, 2, 1.”
Meng Xiaohun’s hand lost strength, falling weakly to the ground, lifeless.
Huangfu Yuchen remained there, unmoving for a long time.
“Yuchen!”
Huangfu Yuchen snapped back to reality and walked to Yan Ge who appeared in front of him. “Baby, why did you come? Were you worried about me?”
“Yes, after I made all the other arrangements, I teleported directly here.” Yan Ge spotted Meng Xiaohun’s corpse and looked at Huangfu Yuchen’s face with worry.
Huangfu Yuchen pulled him into his embrace, holding him tightly. His lover always appeared when he needed him the most.
Huangfu Yuchen released him and held his hand. He temporarily stored the body of Huangfu Yuhu in his storage ring, then smiled at Yan Ge, “Let’s go back.”
Under the power of the Jingxu Guards and the martial artists, the Mai Kingdom soldiers were soon defeated.
The Mai Kingdom commander soon sent someone to ask for peace.
Cao Zhan ignored him, directly driving back the Mai Kingdom soldiers three to four miles before stopping the battle. The negotiation followed, and needless to say, the Mai Kingdom had to cede territory and pay reparations.
Huangfu Yuchen instructed Cao Zhan to treat the martial artists hospitably and then set off back to the capital.
The common people of the capital knew that the Emperor had won a victorious battle and celebrated with joy. The city was lively, as if it was the New Year.
Huangfu Yuchen sent Meng Xiaohun’s body to the tomb of Prince Dai, finally ending this bitter fate.
Yan Ge knew that Huangfu Yuchen would begin preparations for abdication. As he hadn’t found a good way to become Empress, he had to directly talk to Huangfu Yuchen.
“Yuchen, there’s something I want to tell you.”
“Perfect, I have something to tell you too.” Huangfu Yuchen hugged his waist, lowered his head, and kissed his lips. “Baby, be my empress.”
“Ah?” Yan Ge was stunned.
Huangfu Yuchen was amused by his expression and chuckled. Holding his lover’s face, he kissed his lips again and explained, “Baby, you are the only one in my heart. I want you to be my empress. I know it would be awkward for a man to be an empress, so you only need to do it for a few days. After I abdicate, we will leave together.”
Yan Ge was still dumbfounded.
“You don’t want to?” Huangfu Yuchen asked.
Yan Ge snapped back to reality and hurriedly said, “I want to, I really want to. Yuchen, I love you so much!” How could his man be so thoughtful? He excitedly pounced on Huangfu Yuchen and kissed him firmly on the cheek.
“Hehe…” Huangfu Yuchen felt very relaxed as well. After he abdicated, he and his beloved would be completely free.
Both of them were excited and unconsciously rolled together for nearly an hour before calming down.
Huangfu Yuchen caressed his lover’s smooth shoulders, unwilling to let go.
When they settled down, Yan Ge expressed his concerns, “What about Yunxi, the empress, and the Duanmu family?”
Huangfu Yuchen remained calm, “After I abdicate, the crown prince will naturally ascend the throne. The Duanmu family won’t have any objections, and the empress will have no objections either. After the crown prince ascends the throne, she will be the Empress Dowager, which is an even more honorable status.”
Seeing that Yan Ge was still worried, Huangfu Yuchen continued, “Actually, I’ve already made arrangements for these matters. As for Yunxi, I’ve already explained everything to him. I’ve also already discussed it with the Empress, and she has no objections. After Yunxi ascends the throne, her heart will be even more at ease.”
Yan Ge finally felt reassured and leaned against Huangfu Yuchen’s chest, closing his eyes, “That’s good.”
Huangfu Yuchen held him contentedly, “Go to sleep.”
Afterward, Huangfu Yuchen was busy with post-war matters, while Yan Ge returned to the Yan Mansion. He had to confess the matter of cultivating to Yan Xiaojing. He had considered having their whole family cultivate, but Yan Xiaojing was a civil official and had an average physique. As for Madam Yan, she was not familiar with cultivation at all. Even if they were to cultivate, it would be very difficult for them, especially during the Tribulation. Lady Wen would face the same challenges. That’s why he hadn’t told his brother about cultivating all this time. However, Yan Su and Yan Xiangtian could cultivate.
Back at the Yan Mansion, Yan Xiaojing, Madam Yan, and Lady Wen were present. Yan Su had earned merit during the war and was currently on his way back to the capital.
After a brief exchange of greetings, Yan Ge got straight to the point, “Father, Mother, I have something to tell you.”
Lady Wen tactfully led Yan Xiangtian away.
“What is it?” Yan Xiaojing asked.
Yan Ge revealed that he was a cultivator, but the source of his techniques was still the mysterious “master.”
Yan Xiaojing and Madam Yan were both too surprised to say anything.
“So, both you and the emperor are cultivators?” Yan Xiaojing regained his senses first.
“Yes,” Yan Ge nodded, “However, even if we ascend, it will take several hundred years.” He had already decided to suppress his cultivation in the future, so as not to worry Yan Xiaojing and Madam Yan if he ascended too early. He truly regarded them as his biological parents, and at the very least, he would wait until they were gone before ascending.
*Ascending is different from crossing to Yan Ge’s original world.Madam Yan covered her chest, feeling quite shocked by something she had never heard of before.
Yan Ge said, “Father, Mother, actually, both of you could cultivate, but…you’re both quite old, and secondly, your physical constitutions are relatively weak. I’m worried that cultivation might not be a good thing for you. However, if you decide to cultivate, I will personally guide you.”
Yan Xiaojing didn’t hesitate and shook his head, “Both your mother and I are getting old. It’s better to live a stable life. Su’er and Xiangtian can do it, though.”
Madam Yan also said, “I’m just a woman of the household; I can’t handle such things.”
Yan Ge felt a little sad, “If you both don’t cultivate, in the future…”
“Silly child.” Madam Yan chuckled lightly, “As long as all of you children are safe and sound, your father and I will be at ease. Besides, an ordinary life is a blessing. What do you think, Old Master?”
Yan Xiaojing nodded, “After Su’er returns, ask him for his opinion. He has to think about his wife, so I wonder what plans he has.”
Cultivation was a lifelong matter, and Yan Ge couldn’t force them. After chatting with his parents for a while, he left for the palace.
A month later, Cao Zhan returned to the court.
Yan Su accepted the Foundation Building Pill and embarked on the path of cultivation together with Yan Xiangtian.
During the victory banquet, Huangfu Yuchen announced the abolition of the current empress and the appointment of Yan Ge as the empress.
Yan Ge didn’t bother with other people’s reactions, waiting for the system’s response.
–“Ding. Congratulations, you have successfully completed the main mission 12—being promoted to Empress by the Emperor. Mission rewards: 10,000,000 silver, ‘Fengyun Immortal Records’ cultivation method until the end of the Crossing Tribulation stage. The system’s final upgrade… 96%, 97%… 100%.”
Yan Jin’s voice rang out in Yan Ge’s mind, “Master, the ‘Male Consort Upgrade System’ upgrade is complete, and the space has evolved into a small world.”
“Fantastic!” Yan Ge eagerly opened the system panel and indeed, the system’s inventory had evolved into a three-dimensional space. Through the panel, he could clearly see the mountains, rivers, and occasional little animals inside. It was like a small world.
At this moment, he noticed an icon in the corner that he hadn’t seen before. Curious, he clicked on it, and the prompt read: “Do you want to unbind from the system?”
He paused for a moment, ”Little Jin, what’s this?”
Yan Jin explained, “My mission is already complete. Unbinding from me means I’ll become an independent entity and return to the Origin Realm. But the system will still belong to you, Master.”
“The Origin Realm?” Yan Ge didn’t understand.
Yan Jin continued, “It’s the space where all system entities exist.”
Yan Ge understood and chose to unbind without hesitation.
Yan Jin was both surprised and touched, “Master.”
“Silly. To me, you’re not just a system but also family.” Yan Ge smiled as he looked at the young man sitting with Jiang Gan.
“Thank you, Master.” Yan Jin replied with a bright smile.
A month later, Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen completed all their work handovers. Huangfu Yunxi ascended the throne.
A few days later, Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen bid farewell to their relatives and friends with Yan Jin in tow, and rode horses out of the capital.
In a remote place, Yan Jin left them and returned to the Origin Realm. Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen opened a spatial passage, leaving this world to start a new life.
Meng Xiaohun didn’t care about the wounds on his body. With an incantation, the bloodstain disappeared. He underestimated Huangfu Yuchen. Over the years, they both improved their skills. The sword in Huangfu Yuchen’s hand seemed extraordinary, possessing immense power. If he could snatch that sword, his strength would soar!
Meng Xiaohun narrowed his eyes, and the dissipating black mist in his palms intensified, forming two black sword energies. With a loud shout, the dual swords attacked, suddenly elongating like two black pillars fiercely crashing towards Huangfu Yuchen.
Enormous pressure rushed towards Huangfu Yuchen, forcing him back three steps. He realized that the attack descended at an angle, and beneath him were soldiers engaged in a battle. He didn’t care about the lives of the Mai Kingdom soldiers, but he couldn’t disregard the soldiers of Great Han.
Meng Xiaohun grinned in triumph, his eyes showing no disguise of his calculation.
Huangfu Yuchen steadied himself, retreating two more steps before channeling true qi into the spiritual sword, grasping the hilt with both hands and launching an imposing attack as if opening the heavens and earth. Surging true qi burst in the air like a thunderclap, rapidly crushing the black mist and Meng Xiaohun.
Startled, Meng Xiaohun hastily dodged backward.
Huangfu Yuchen relentlessly pursued, subtly driving Meng Xiaohun away from the battlefield, gradually distancing themselves from the fight.
At first, Cao Zhan and the others below watched with nervousness but soon calmed down and started commanding the battle calmly.
“Report – General, a group of martial artists from the martial world have arrived outside the camp.”
Cao Zhan frowned, “What do they want?”
“They say they’ve come to help.”
Cao Zhan was taken aback, “Help? Martial artists from the martial world have always—”
Before he could finish, a large group of people on horseback rushed forward. Among them were men and women, all dressed as martial artists.
Several deputy generals by Cao Zhan’s side gripped their weapons vigilantly.
In the crowd, Cao Zhan spotted the head of Yingshan Hall, Zeng Shouli, and his expression relaxed slightly. Zeng Shouli would never go against the court, so he could deduce the intentions of the other martial artists.
The group of martial artists passed by Cao Zhan without stopping, directly dismounting their horses and fearlessly joining the fierce battle.
“General, these people are so arrogant!” one of the deputy generals exclaimed angrily.
Cao Zhan gestured, “It’s not the time to argue. Instruct the kitchen to prepare food for these hundreds of people.”
“Yes.”
The sect leader of the Luna Worshiping Sect accompanied by two disciples nodded at Cao Zhan and passed by swiftly.
In the distance, Huangfu Yuchen and Meng Xiaohun were evenly matched, their powerful attacks producing thunderous sounds that shook the earth. The wind blew even stronger, and dark clouds swiftly moved, becoming thicker and heavier, as if the sky was about to collapse.
Meng Xiaohun couldn’t take down Huangfu Yuchen for a long time and he frowned. But he wasn’t an impulsive person, having spent years plotting and planning, rather than becoming anxious, he grew even calmer, moving like a shooting star and evading another attack from Huangfu Yuchen.
He opened his mouth and uttered a few sinister words: “Annihilation Decree, Kill!”
Intense black mist surged. It spread rapidly, enclosing him and Huangfu Yuchen.
Huangfu Yuchen’s heart trembled, and he activated ninety percent of his true qi to protect his entire body. The black mist was so potent that he felt as if he was surrounded by countless Meng Xiaohuns.
“Hmph! Die!” Meng Xiaohun roared, his two arms engulfed in dense mist transformed into two black giant blades, slashing towards Huangfu Yuchen. Simultaneously, the surrounding black mist, as if receiving an order, crept closer, dense killing intent pressing down on Huangfu Yuchen’s head.
Huangfu Yuchen stared at Meng Xiaohun’s emotionless eyes, shook his head inwardly, and his gaze turned cold. A silver light flashed from Huangfu Yuchen’s body, fearlessly meeting Meng Xiaohun’s attack.
The clash left neither with an advantage.
The brief silver light caught Meng Xiaohun’s attention, and he thought Huangfu Yuchen had unleashed a powerful move. However, the force of his attack remained the same as before. This made him suspicious and his attacks became more ferocious.
Huangfu Yuchen endured the pressure from the black mist, retaliating while intentionally circling Meng Xiaohun.
Meng Xiaohun became flustered. He knew he couldn’t drag on any longer. His two giant blades slashed at Huangfu Yuchen with incredible speed, creating sharp, ear-piercing whistles.
“Die!”
Suddenly, Huangfu Yuchen stood still and merely made a diagonal stabbing motion from the left side.
Meng Xiaohun was overjoyed, thinking Huangfu Yuchen dared to underestimate him. This would cause his certain death!
He promptly dodged to the other side, but his body suddenly felt intense pain as someone attacked him from behind!
He couldn’t believe it. He looked down, and saw a sword piercing through his abdomen from behind.
The sword made of qi had fulfilled its purpose, and it dissolved into smoke without a trace. In an instant, crimson blood gushed from the wound on his abdomen.
Huangfu Yuchen appeared in front of Meng Xiaohun in an instant, striking his heart with a palm.
Meng Xiaohun spurted out blood with a “puff” and weakly knelt on the ground, “Impossible, this can’t be!”
He turned his head with difficulty, and a familiar figure appeared before him. The figure then calmly walked to Huangfu Yuchen’s side.
This person looked exactly like Huangfu Yuchen!
“You, you…” Meng Xiaohun stared doubtfully at the second Huangfu Yuchen, not even paying attention to the system prompt in his mind, “Ding. The host is about to die. Countdown to death, 30, 29, 28, 27…”
Huangfu Yuchen crouched in front of him, gently wiping away the blood from the corner of Meng Xiaohun’s mouth, “Me and Xiao Ge are cultivators of the heaven and earth energy. When we reach a high level of cultivation, we can ascend to become immortals. This is my clone. I originally planned to prepare a Foundation Building Pill for you, but… “
“I…” Meng Xiaohun opened his mouth, spewing another mouthful of blood. He weakly grasped Huangfu Yuchen’s hand, almost squeezing blood out of it. His eyes showed a swift flow of complex and indiscernible emotions, perhaps hatred, regret, supplication, or relief.
“5, 4, 3, 2, 1.”
Meng Xiaohun’s hand lost strength, falling weakly to the ground, lifeless.
Huangfu Yuchen remained there, unmoving for a long time.
“Yuchen!”
Huangfu Yuchen snapped back to reality and walked to Yan Ge who appeared in front of him. “Baby, why did you come? Were you worried about me?”
“Yes, after I made all the other arrangements, I teleported directly here.” Yan Ge spotted Meng Xiaohun’s corpse and looked at Huangfu Yuchen’s face with worry.
Huangfu Yuchen pulled him into his embrace, holding him tightly. His lover always appeared when he needed him the most.
Huangfu Yuchen released him and held his hand. He temporarily stored the body of Huangfu Yuhu in his storage ring, then smiled at Yan Ge, “Let’s go back.”
Under the power of the Jingxu Guards and the martial artists, the Mai Kingdom soldiers were soon defeated.
The Mai Kingdom commander soon sent someone to ask for peace.
Cao Zhan ignored him, directly driving back the Mai Kingdom soldiers three to four miles before stopping the battle. The negotiation followed, and needless to say, the Mai Kingdom had to cede territory and pay reparations.
Huangfu Yuchen instructed Cao Zhan to treat the martial artists hospitably and then set off back to the capital.
The common people of the capital knew that the Emperor had won a victorious battle and celebrated with joy. The city was lively, as if it was the New Year.
Huangfu Yuchen sent Meng Xiaohun’s body to the tomb of Prince Dai, finally ending this bitter fate.
Yan Ge knew that Huangfu Yuchen would begin preparations for abdication. As he hadn’t found a good way to become Empress, he had to directly talk to Huangfu Yuchen.
“Yuchen, there’s something I want to tell you.”
“Perfect, I have something to tell you too.” Huangfu Yuchen hugged his waist, lowered his head, and kissed his lips. “Baby, be my empress.”
“Ah?” Yan Ge was stunned.
Huangfu Yuchen was amused by his expression and chuckled. Holding his lover’s face, he kissed his lips again and explained, “Baby, you are the only one in my heart. I want you to be my empress. I know it would be awkward for a man to be an empress, so you only need to do it for a few days. After I abdicate, we will leave together.”
Yan Ge was still dumbfounded.
“You don’t want to?” Huangfu Yuchen asked.
Yan Ge snapped back to reality and hurriedly said, “I want to, I really want to. Yuchen, I love you so much!” How could his man be so thoughtful? He excitedly pounced on Huangfu Yuchen and kissed him firmly on the cheek.
“Hehe…” Huangfu Yuchen felt very relaxed as well. After he abdicated, he and his beloved would be completely free.
Both of them were excited and unconsciously rolled together for nearly an hour before calming down.
Huangfu Yuchen caressed his lover’s smooth shoulders, unwilling to let go.
When they settled down, Yan Ge expressed his concerns, “What about Yunxi, the empress, and the Duanmu family?”
Huangfu Yuchen remained calm, “After I abdicate, the crown prince will naturally ascend the throne. The Duanmu family won’t have any objections, and the empress will have no objections either. After the crown prince ascends the throne, she will be the Empress Dowager, which is an even more honorable status.”
Seeing that Yan Ge was still worried, Huangfu Yuchen continued, “Actually, I’ve already made arrangements for these matters. As for Yunxi, I’ve already explained everything to him. I’ve also already discussed it with the Empress, and she has no objections. After Yunxi ascends the throne, her heart will be even more at ease.”
Yan Ge finally felt reassured and leaned against Huangfu Yuchen’s chest, closing his eyes, “That’s good.”
Huangfu Yuchen held him contentedly, “Go to sleep.”
Afterward, Huangfu Yuchen was busy with post-war matters, while Yan Ge returned to the Yan Mansion. He had to confess the matter of cultivating to Yan Xiaojing. He had considered having their whole family cultivate, but Yan Xiaojing was a civil official and had an average physique. As for Madam Yan, she was not familiar with cultivation at all. Even if they were to cultivate, it would be very difficult for them, especially during the Tribulation. Lady Wen would face the same challenges. That’s why he hadn’t told his brother about cultivating all this time. However, Yan Su and Yan Xiangtian could cultivate.
Back at the Yan Mansion, Yan Xiaojing, Madam Yan, and Lady Wen were present. Yan Su had earned merit during the war and was currently on his way back to the capital.
After a brief exchange of greetings, Yan Ge got straight to the point, “Father, Mother, I have something to tell you.”
Lady Wen tactfully led Yan Xiangtian away.
“What is it?” Yan Xiaojing asked.
Yan Ge revealed that he was a cultivator, but the source of his techniques was still the mysterious “master.”
Yan Xiaojing and Madam Yan were both too surprised to say anything.
“So, both you and the emperor are cultivators?” Yan Xiaojing regained his senses first.
“Yes,” Yan Ge nodded, “However, even if we ascend, it will take several hundred years.” He had already decided to suppress his cultivation in the future, so as not to worry Yan Xiaojing and Madam Yan if he ascended too early. He truly regarded them as his biological parents, and at the very least, he would wait until they were gone before ascending.
*Ascending is different from crossing to Yan Ge’s original world.Madam Yan covered her chest, feeling quite shocked by something she had never heard of before.
Yan Ge said, “Father, Mother, actually, both of you could cultivate, but…you’re both quite old, and secondly, your physical constitutions are relatively weak. I’m worried that cultivation might not be a good thing for you. However, if you decide to cultivate, I will personally guide you.”
Yan Xiaojing didn’t hesitate and shook his head, “Both your mother and I are getting old. It’s better to live a stable life. Su’er and Xiangtian can do it, though.”
Madam Yan also said, “I’m just a woman of the household; I can’t handle such things.”
Yan Ge felt a little sad, “If you both don’t cultivate, in the future…”
“Silly child.” Madam Yan chuckled lightly, “As long as all of you children are safe and sound, your father and I will be at ease. Besides, an ordinary life is a blessing. What do you think, Old Master?”
Yan Xiaojing nodded, “After Su’er returns, ask him for his opinion. He has to think about his wife, so I wonder what plans he has.”
Cultivation was a lifelong matter, and Yan Ge couldn’t force them. After chatting with his parents for a while, he left for the palace.
A month later, Cao Zhan returned to the court.
Yan Su accepted the Foundation Building Pill and embarked on the path of cultivation together with Yan Xiangtian.
During the victory banquet, Huangfu Yuchen announced the abolition of the current empress and the appointment of Yan Ge as the empress.
Yan Ge didn’t bother with other people’s reactions, waiting for the system’s response.
–“Ding. Congratulations, you have successfully completed the main mission 12—being promoted to Empress by the Emperor. Mission rewards: 10,000,000 silver, ‘Fengyun Immortal Records’ cultivation method until the end of the Crossing Tribulation stage. The system’s final upgrade… 96%, 97%… 100%.”
Yan Jin’s voice rang out in Yan Ge’s mind, “Master, the ‘Male Consort Upgrade System’ upgrade is complete, and the space has evolved into a small world.”
“Fantastic!” Yan Ge eagerly opened the system panel and indeed, the system’s inventory had evolved into a three-dimensional space. Through the panel, he could clearly see the mountains, rivers, and occasional little animals inside. It was like a small world.
At this moment, he noticed an icon in the corner that he hadn’t seen before. Curious, he clicked on it, and the prompt read: “Do you want to unbind from the system?”
He paused for a moment, ”Little Jin, what’s this?”
Yan Jin explained, “My mission is already complete. Unbinding from me means I’ll become an independent entity and return to the Origin Realm. But the system will still belong to you, Master.”
“The Origin Realm?” Yan Ge didn’t understand.
Yan Jin continued, “It’s the space where all system entities exist.”
Yan Ge understood and chose to unbind without hesitation.
Yan Jin was both surprised and touched, “Master.”
“Silly. To me, you’re not just a system but also family.” Yan Ge smiled as he looked at the young man sitting with Jiang Gan.
“Thank you, Master.” Yan Jin replied with a bright smile.
A month later, Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen completed all their work handovers. Huangfu Yunxi ascended the throne.
A few days later, Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen bid farewell to their relatives and friends with Yan Jin in tow, and rode horses out of the capital.
In a remote place, Yan Jin left them and returned to the Origin Realm. Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen opened a spatial passage, leaving this world to start a new life.
