Join Hands To Build A Prosperous Kingdom
Yan Jin opened his eyes at this moment, looking at everything unfamiliar before him with confusion. “What has happened?”
Yan Ge abruptly turned his head and exclaimed incredulously, “Yan Jin, you’re awake!” Yan Jin had been tied to his back, so when he turned, Yan Jin turned along with him.
Yan Jin asked, puzzled, “I’m awake. What’s wrong with Father?”
A mix of relief, joy, and confusion filled Yan Ge’s heart, finally merging into a sense of helplessness. He sighed, “It’s good that you’re okay.”
Many martial artists were swiftly approaching the valley. The priority was to leave this place. Yan Ge helped Huangfu Yuchen up and took a few steps, glancing back at the Zhantian Vine lying on the ground with some reluctance. The vine had gained enlightenment; it was, in essence, a living being. It had been grievously wounded by their actions, but it was truly innocent.
Only then did Yan Jin take notice of the Zhantian Vine. “You obtained the Zhantian Vine? It has gained enlightenment; it’s truly a treasure. Father, if you’re willing to sacrifice a Foundation Building Pill, it can be saved by consuming one.”
Huangfu Yuchen disagreed. “It’s too dangerous.”
Yan Jin said, “It’s enlightened, so it can perceive the benefits of the Foundation Building Pill. It won’t harm us. Trust me.”
Yan Ge swiftly inserted a Foundation Building Pill into the wound of the Zhantian Vine. However, before he could put the vine away in his backpack, it disappeared into the ground like a flash of lightning, leaving no trace.
Yan Ge wasn’t particularly concerned. Huangfu Yuchen was fine, Yan Jin was fine—these were his greatest gains.
“Let’s go.” He embraced Huangfu Yuchen’s waist, allowing him to lean against him, and swiftly fled.
The martial artists arrived at the valley floor, cursing and swearing as they realized it was empty.
Back at Xiguan Pass, Yan Ge carefully disguised the three of them before settling in at an inn.
Huangfu Yuchen’s condition had improved somewhat compared to before, which relieved Yan Ge and filled him with admiration for the miraculous effects of the Zhantian Vine.
Supporting Huangfu Yuchen, Yan Ge walked towards the edge of the bed. Impatient with his slow pace, he decided to carry him horizontally and lay him on the bed.
Huangfu Yuchen opened his mouth to speak, but seeing Yan Ge’s indifferent expression, he closed it again. With his current physical condition, he wouldn’t be able to argue with him, so he might as well conserve his energy.
Since the battle at Thunder Valley, the mysterious connection between them had deepened, allowing Yan Ge to keenly sense Huangfu Yuchen’s current state of embarrassment. Yan Ge secretly chuckled in his heart. He grasped Huangfu Yuchen’s wrist, feeling his pulse. “Your pulse is stronger, and your recovery is going well. Zirui, is there anything uncomfortable?”
“No, I’m fine.” Huangfu Yuchen held his hand in return, reassuring him to relax.
Yan Ge said, “Lie down for a while. I’ll have the attendant prepare hot water for your bath.”
Huangfu Yuchen coughed lightly. “Wait until I’ve fully recovered before you help me bathe.”
“Why are you being so stubborn?” Yan Ge looked at him with bewilderment. Once his body recovered, he would be able to move freely. Helping him bathe seemed excessive.
Huangfu Yuchen remained silent, coughing once again, turning his head away, displaying an unusual sense of embarrassment.
Yan Ge found it amusing, and his eyes flickered with understanding. He curled his lips and leaned closer, half-lying on him, and kissed him on the lips. “Alright, I’ll help you wash when you’re better.” Whether it’s a man or a woman, everyone wants to show their best side to their significant other.
Yan Jin weakly said, “Can you please put me down first? My stomach hurts, and I need to go to the restroom. I’ve been holding it in since I woke up.”
Only then did Yan Ge realize that Yan Jin was still on his back, so he quickly set him down. Yan Jin swiftly slid off his back and rushed outside, clutching his stomach.
“Where’s the restroom? Where’s the restroom!”
Before Yan Ge could even respond, Yan Jin had disappeared from sight.
Yan Ge shook his head helplessly and had the inn attendant bring some hot water. He took a bath himself to wash away the dirt and grime.
Yan Jin walked back into the room, shaking off the water from his hands. He approached Yan Ge and asked, “Papa, what exactly happened? Why do you and Father… look so miserable?”
Yan Ge lightly slapped his buttocks. “I should be the one asking you! You’ve been unconscious for more than two days, and your backpack couldn’t be opened. Zirui and I were extremely worried that something might have happened to you. With no other options, we placed our hopes on the Zhantian Vine. We went to Thunder Valley, fought with the members of the Centipede Organization, and had a battle with the vine. Little Jin, what is going on? Why did you fall asleep for no reason? If it’s because of your cultivation, you should have told me in advance.”
Yan Jin rubbed his head in confusion. “Unconscious for over two days? I feel completely fine. It’s just that my stomach was uncomfortable and it got better after going to the restroom. Is it because the soup was too spicy? You never let me eat anything too spicy before.”
Upon hearing his words, Yan Ge felt relieved but still had some doubts. “Could it be because of the soup? Does sleeping for so long have to do with it being too spicy?”
“It should be,” Yan Jin replied, “I’m certain that everything is fine with me.” He was referring to the ‘system,’ and Yan Ge understood.
Since Yan Jin said so, Yan Ge could only accept this forced explanation. “I think we should keep some spare pills outside in case the backpack becomes inaccessible again…”
Huangfu Yuchen was also worried. “Little Jin, you should also drink some essence from the Zhantian Vine.”
Yan Jin nodded. “Yes, it’s a good thing. Papa, you can also have a drop or two. But not too much, as your body might not absorb it all at once.”
“Understood.”
Yan Ge’s injuries were not light, but much better than Huangfu Yuchen’s. He consumed two drops of the essence of the Zhantian Vine, then he sat cross-legged on the ground, absorbing its essence. The pain in his body gradually disappeared, and the torn flesh and skin began to heal and mend.
Yan Jin, on the other hand, took a big sip. Being a spiritual body, drinking more had no adverse effects on him, only benefits.
Half an hour later, Yan Ge was the first to finish. The pain in his body completely vanished, leaving no scars. Not only that, but his cultivation also greatly improved. Although he was still at the late stage of the Enlightenment Realm, his state of being was much more stable than before.
Yan Jin followed suit.
Huangfu Yuchen, however, didn’t fully recover until after nightfall. His cultivation also advanced. Perhaps due to the “tempering” of lightning, his entire aura was more intense, with deep and sharp eyes that seemed capable of transforming into tangible blades, piercing through anyone who dared to meet his gaze.
Yan Ge kept his word and personally helped Huangfu Yuchen take a bath.
The two of them got busy in the bathroom while Yan Jin pretended not to notice, burying his head in the pillow and falling into a deep sleep.
To prevent people from the martial world from tracking them, the next day, at dawn, the three of them changed to another inn and reverted to their Fang family identities. After leisurely enjoying their morning meal, they strolled around the city.
Although the Zhantian Vine had been taken by someone else, there was no reduction of martial artists in the city. They moved around with serious expressions, searching for the whereabouts of the Luo family of three, unaware that the “Luo” family was right under their noses.
The sky over Xiguan Pass was azure, vast, and majestic. The city walls were tall and sturdy. Its beauty was different from the nobility of the capital or the gracefulness of the Jiangnan region. Instead, it possessed a unique kind of beauty—bold, rugged, and unrestrained. The people here even spoke louder than those in other places. However, due to the dry climate and relatively poor agricultural conditions, the region was not prosperous. Fortunately, there were frequent merchant caravans coming and going, barely maintaining the city’s economic status as average.
It could be imagined that the conditions of the soldiers guarding the city were not good either. After Emperor Huangfu Yuchen ascended the throne, he allocated more silver for the border troops stationed at Xiguan Pass as a subsidy. However, having money didn’t make much of a difference when they couldn’t eat or use good things.
Yan Ge saw several off-duty soldiers gathering at a small eatery from a distance. They ordered one meat dish and four vegetarian dishes, eating heartily with radiant smiles on their faces. It left a bitter taste in his heart.
Huangfu Yuchen understood his thoughts. “I have also considered the issue you are thinking about. However, the Western region is full of mountains, and the official road from the Central Plains to Xiguan Pass is extremely winding. It’s not easy to transport supplies here. Since we can’t rely on imports, we can only focus on development. Do you have any ideas, wife?”
Yan Jin ran to a nearby stall and took out a few copper coins from his small money pouch. He handed over three yam pancakes, keeping one for himself, and handed one each to Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen. He opened his mouth wide, and took a big bite.
Yan Ge also took a bite. “It tastes good.”
Huangfu Yuchen took the pancake and handed a handkerchief to Yan Jin. “Your mouth is full. People who don’t know might think we are mistreating you.”
Yan Jin tilted his face and grinned, gesturing for him to wipe it.
Huangfu Yuchen glanced at him and had no choice but to wipe it.
Yan Ge chuckled inwardly. Yan Jin had learned to be cunning now, knowing that in public where there were many people, Huangfu Yuchen wouldn’t dare to treat him poorly.
After laughing, he casually said, “Zirui, since we’ve come here, let’s stay a few more days.”
Huangfu Yuchen was taken aback.
Yan Ge looked at him with a smile, and said through voice transmission, “I am willing to work with you to build a prosperous Great Han Kingdom. You are ruler over everything, and I will assist you in developing the economy. Isn’t that great?”
Huangfu Yuchen gazed deeply at him and replied, “Yes. Let us join hands and work together.”
“Mother!” Feng Zhun and Cao Zhan were drinking in a small tavern when, by chance, they glanced out the window and saw two handsome men exchanging affectionate glances. Feng Zhun got excited and rushed to the window, exclaiming, “I am so lucky! In just a few days, I have encountered two pairs of beautiful men. It seems I should come out more often when I have nothing to do.”
Cao Zhan looked at him expressionlessly and asked, “You mentioned before that here, even if one desires to love, it is difficult to do so. Is that correct?”
“Yes,” Feng Zhun took a sip of his drink and casually responded, while his eyes remained fixed on Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen.
Cao Zhan inquired, “What about me?”
Join Hands To Build A Prosperous Kingdom
Yan Jin opened his eyes at this moment, looking at everything unfamiliar before him with confusion. “What has happened?”
Yan Ge abruptly turned his head and exclaimed incredulously, “Yan Jin, you’re awake!” Yan Jin had been tied to his back, so when he turned, Yan Jin turned along with him.
Yan Jin asked, puzzled, “I’m awake. What’s wrong with Father?”
A mix of relief, joy, and confusion filled Yan Ge’s heart, finally merging into a sense of helplessness. He sighed, “It’s good that you’re okay.”
Many martial artists were swiftly approaching the valley. The priority was to leave this place. Yan Ge helped Huangfu Yuchen up and took a few steps, glancing back at the Zhantian Vine lying on the ground with some reluctance. The vine had gained enlightenment; it was, in essence, a living being. It had been grievously wounded by their actions, but it was truly innocent.
Only then did Yan Jin take notice of the Zhantian Vine. “You obtained the Zhantian Vine? It has gained enlightenment; it’s truly a treasure. Father, if you’re willing to sacrifice a Foundation Building Pill, it can be saved by consuming one.”
Huangfu Yuchen disagreed. “It’s too dangerous.”
Yan Jin said, “It’s enlightened, so it can perceive the benefits of the Foundation Building Pill. It won’t harm us. Trust me.”
Yan Ge swiftly inserted a Foundation Building Pill into the wound of the Zhantian Vine. However, before he could put the vine away in his backpack, it disappeared into the ground like a flash of lightning, leaving no trace.
Yan Ge wasn’t particularly concerned. Huangfu Yuchen was fine, Yan Jin was fine—these were his greatest gains.
“Let’s go.” He embraced Huangfu Yuchen’s waist, allowing him to lean against him, and swiftly fled.
The martial artists arrived at the valley floor, cursing and swearing as they realized it was empty.
Back at Xiguan Pass, Yan Ge carefully disguised the three of them before settling in at an inn.
Huangfu Yuchen’s condition had improved somewhat compared to before, which relieved Yan Ge and filled him with admiration for the miraculous effects of the Zhantian Vine.
Supporting Huangfu Yuchen, Yan Ge walked towards the edge of the bed. Impatient with his slow pace, he decided to carry him horizontally and lay him on the bed.
Huangfu Yuchen opened his mouth to speak, but seeing Yan Ge’s indifferent expression, he closed it again. With his current physical condition, he wouldn’t be able to argue with him, so he might as well conserve his energy.
Since the battle at Thunder Valley, the mysterious connection between them had deepened, allowing Yan Ge to keenly sense Huangfu Yuchen’s current state of embarrassment. Yan Ge secretly chuckled in his heart. He grasped Huangfu Yuchen’s wrist, feeling his pulse. “Your pulse is stronger, and your recovery is going well. Zirui, is there anything uncomfortable?”
“No, I’m fine.” Huangfu Yuchen held his hand in return, reassuring him to relax.
Yan Ge said, “Lie down for a while. I’ll have the attendant prepare hot water for your bath.”
Huangfu Yuchen coughed lightly. “Wait until I’ve fully recovered before you help me bathe.”
“Why are you being so stubborn?” Yan Ge looked at him with bewilderment. Once his body recovered, he would be able to move freely. Helping him bathe seemed excessive.
Huangfu Yuchen remained silent, coughing once again, turning his head away, displaying an unusual sense of embarrassment.
Yan Ge found it amusing, and his eyes flickered with understanding. He curled his lips and leaned closer, half-lying on him, and kissed him on the lips. “Alright, I’ll help you wash when you’re better.” Whether it’s a man or a woman, everyone wants to show their best side to their significant other.
Yan Jin weakly said, “Can you please put me down first? My stomach hurts, and I need to go to the restroom. I’ve been holding it in since I woke up.”
Only then did Yan Ge realize that Yan Jin was still on his back, so he quickly set him down. Yan Jin swiftly slid off his back and rushed outside, clutching his stomach.
“Where’s the restroom? Where’s the restroom!”
Before Yan Ge could even respond, Yan Jin had disappeared from sight.
Yan Ge shook his head helplessly and had the inn attendant bring some hot water. He took a bath himself to wash away the dirt and grime.
Yan Jin walked back into the room, shaking off the water from his hands. He approached Yan Ge and asked, “Papa, what exactly happened? Why do you and Father… look so miserable?”
Yan Ge lightly slapped his buttocks. “I should be the one asking you! You’ve been unconscious for more than two days, and your backpack couldn’t be opened. Zirui and I were extremely worried that something might have happened to you. With no other options, we placed our hopes on the Zhantian Vine. We went to Thunder Valley, fought with the members of the Centipede Organization, and had a battle with the vine. Little Jin, what is going on? Why did you fall asleep for no reason? If it’s because of your cultivation, you should have told me in advance.”
Yan Jin rubbed his head in confusion. “Unconscious for over two days? I feel completely fine. It’s just that my stomach was uncomfortable and it got better after going to the restroom. Is it because the soup was too spicy? You never let me eat anything too spicy before.”
Upon hearing his words, Yan Ge felt relieved but still had some doubts. “Could it be because of the soup? Does sleeping for so long have to do with it being too spicy?”
“It should be,” Yan Jin replied, “I’m certain that everything is fine with me.” He was referring to the ‘system,’ and Yan Ge understood.
Since Yan Jin said so, Yan Ge could only accept this forced explanation. “I think we should keep some spare pills outside in case the backpack becomes inaccessible again…”
Huangfu Yuchen was also worried. “Little Jin, you should also drink some essence from the Zhantian Vine.”
Yan Jin nodded. “Yes, it’s a good thing. Papa, you can also have a drop or two. But not too much, as your body might not absorb it all at once.”
“Understood.”
Yan Ge’s injuries were not light, but much better than Huangfu Yuchen’s. He consumed two drops of the essence of the Zhantian Vine, then he sat cross-legged on the ground, absorbing its essence. The pain in his body gradually disappeared, and the torn flesh and skin began to heal and mend.
Yan Jin, on the other hand, took a big sip. Being a spiritual body, drinking more had no adverse effects on him, only benefits.
Half an hour later, Yan Ge was the first to finish. The pain in his body completely vanished, leaving no scars. Not only that, but his cultivation also greatly improved. Although he was still at the late stage of the Enlightenment Realm, his state of being was much more stable than before.
Yan Jin followed suit.
Huangfu Yuchen, however, didn’t fully recover until after nightfall. His cultivation also advanced. Perhaps due to the “tempering” of lightning, his entire aura was more intense, with deep and sharp eyes that seemed capable of transforming into tangible blades, piercing through anyone who dared to meet his gaze.
Yan Ge kept his word and personally helped Huangfu Yuchen take a bath.
The two of them got busy in the bathroom while Yan Jin pretended not to notice, burying his head in the pillow and falling into a deep sleep.
To prevent people from the martial world from tracking them, the next day, at dawn, the three of them changed to another inn and reverted to their Fang family identities. After leisurely enjoying their morning meal, they strolled around the city.
Although the Zhantian Vine had been taken by someone else, there was no reduction of martial artists in the city. They moved around with serious expressions, searching for the whereabouts of the Luo family of three, unaware that the “Luo” family was right under their noses.
The sky over Xiguan Pass was azure, vast, and majestic. The city walls were tall and sturdy. Its beauty was different from the nobility of the capital or the gracefulness of the Jiangnan region. Instead, it possessed a unique kind of beauty—bold, rugged, and unrestrained. The people here even spoke louder than those in other places. However, due to the dry climate and relatively poor agricultural conditions, the region was not prosperous. Fortunately, there were frequent merchant caravans coming and going, barely maintaining the city’s economic status as average.
It could be imagined that the conditions of the soldiers guarding the city were not good either. After Emperor Huangfu Yuchen ascended the throne, he allocated more silver for the border troops stationed at Xiguan Pass as a subsidy. However, having money didn’t make much of a difference when they couldn’t eat or use good things.
Yan Ge saw several off-duty soldiers gathering at a small eatery from a distance. They ordered one meat dish and four vegetarian dishes, eating heartily with radiant smiles on their faces. It left a bitter taste in his heart.
Huangfu Yuchen understood his thoughts. “I have also considered the issue you are thinking about. However, the Western region is full of mountains, and the official road from the Central Plains to Xiguan Pass is extremely winding. It’s not easy to transport supplies here. Since we can’t rely on imports, we can only focus on development. Do you have any ideas, wife?”
Yan Jin ran to a nearby stall and took out a few copper coins from his small money pouch. He handed over three yam pancakes, keeping one for himself, and handed one each to Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen. He opened his mouth wide, and took a big bite.
Yan Ge also took a bite. “It tastes good.”
Huangfu Yuchen took the pancake and handed a handkerchief to Yan Jin. “Your mouth is full. People who don’t know might think we are mistreating you.”
Yan Jin tilted his face and grinned, gesturing for him to wipe it.
Huangfu Yuchen glanced at him and had no choice but to wipe it.
Yan Ge chuckled inwardly. Yan Jin had learned to be cunning now, knowing that in public where there were many people, Huangfu Yuchen wouldn’t dare to treat him poorly.
After laughing, he casually said, “Zirui, since we’ve come here, let’s stay a few more days.”
Huangfu Yuchen was taken aback.
Yan Ge looked at him with a smile, and said through voice transmission, “I am willing to work with you to build a prosperous Great Han Kingdom. You are ruler over everything, and I will assist you in developing the economy. Isn’t that great?”
Huangfu Yuchen gazed deeply at him and replied, “Yes. Let us join hands and work together.”
“Mother!” Feng Zhun and Cao Zhan were drinking in a small tavern when, by chance, they glanced out the window and saw two handsome men exchanging affectionate glances. Feng Zhun got excited and rushed to the window, exclaiming, “I am so lucky! In just a few days, I have encountered two pairs of beautiful men. It seems I should come out more often when I have nothing to do.”
Cao Zhan looked at him expressionlessly and asked, “You mentioned before that here, even if one desires to love, it is difficult to do so. Is that correct?”
“Yes,” Feng Zhun took a sip of his drink and casually responded, while his eyes remained fixed on Yan Ge and Huangfu Yuchen.
Cao Zhan inquired, “What about me?”
