Becoming a Wizard by Starting From the Mind Closure Technique-Chapter 785 - 243 Unsettled Waves_2

Chapter 785: Chapter 243: Unsettled Waves_2

Chapter 785 -243: Unsettled Waves_2

Before long, the military general assembled his troops, arranged the formation, and blocked the only road leading in and out of the Death Valley.

Holding the Azure Dragon Halberd, the military general’s aura was as mighty as a dragon.

It wasn’t long before the first martial artist escaped.

On seeing the Court Army in prepared formation, he surrendered without the intention of resistance.

As time passed, more and more martial artists escaped from Death Valley, and were arrested by the Court Army.

Link, Brother Shi, Su Qi, Min Ruohua, and Xu Huiyun were also among them.

Interestingly, both the Jianghu martial artists and the Court Army intentionally or unintentionally ignored these five persons.

It was Link’s memory and strength that had recovered quite a bit with the stimulation from the Celestial Shuttle. He had further refined some secret techniques and gained a new understanding of others.

This was especially noticeable in terms of cognition.

Shrouded in a cloak and wearing a hooded hat, Hu Songqi slowly walked out of Death Valley. Ignoring most of the other individuals’ strange looks, she walked straight to the Armored Military General and said decisively, “Take me to the Angel.”

“Have you made up your mind?”

This military general was once a member of the new army trained by Hu Shengqing and recognized Hu Songqi who was Governor Hu’s illegitimate daughter.

He didn’t ask Hu Songqi about her request to meet the Angel, but kindly asked her this question instead.

“Yes.”

Hu Songqi responded quietly, showing extreme determination.

Seeing this, the Armored Military General did not say anything more and turned his horse and left.

After being summoned, Hu Songqi met with the Angel, who was seated on a high chair, and his great horse and golden sword.

“Commoner Hu Songqi pays her respect to the Angel.”

Hu Songqi stood below and greeted him with respect, her manner not servile nor arrogant.

She was somewhat puzzled as to why she should offer the Longevity Peach to the Imperial Court, to Emperor Kangqian.

No one knew she had obtained the Longevity Peach.

But each time she thought of keeping the Longevity Peach for herself, Hu Songqi was seized by a feeling of impending doom.

After experiencing this sense of life and death crisis multiple times, she dared not harbor thoughts of secretly keeping it. Instead she chose to honestly hand the Longevity Peach over to the Imperial Court for them to decide.

“Commoner girl?”

The Angel sneered, “Hu Shengqing is not a commoner, but a high-ranking official. As the illegitimate daughter of Hu Shengqing, you cannot be considered a commoner’s daughter.”

Faced with the Angel’s mockery, Hu Songqi remained silent.

Seeing that Hu Songqi didn’t show any reaction, the Angel felt bored.

With a wave of his hand, the Angel spoke dismissively, “What’s your purpose in seeking an audience with me? If you’re just here to waste my time, even Hu Shengqing won’t be able to protect you.”

Hu Songqi said nothing, she just took out a sandalwood box from her pocket and presented it with both hands.

“What… What is this?”

The Angel was curious at her action, and his voice trembled a little when he spoke.

“The Longevity Peach. In a peach forest, I saw a rainbow streaking across the sky, which seemed to hold this treasure, so I took it.”

“Are you sure?”

“What I said is true and not false. I dare not deceive the Angel.”

“Bring it here.”

One of the eunuchs and palace maids standing by the Angel’s side immediately came forward, took the sandalwood box from Hu Songqi’s hands and presented it to the Angel.

The Angel took the sandalwood box and opened it slightly.

A fragrance wafted out, and a mere whiff made him feel refreshed.

It was indeed just like the Longevity Peach recorded in the historical books.

With a snap, the Angel closed the sandalwood box with force and kept it in his breast pocket.

The eunuchs and palace maids standing on both sides of him kept their heads down throughout the process, and their expressions were not clearly visible.

However, the civil officers and military generals in the camp were all utterly shocked.

Was there really a Longevity Peach?

Had they really obtained a Longevity Peach?

If the historical records were accurate, once Emperor Kangqian consumed the Longevity Peach, he could extend his life by at least four hundred years.

Then… the Dayong dynasty would have its hands full!

An emperor with such a long life span was not necessarily a blessing for the world.

The civil officers and military generals all had different thoughts running through their minds.

The Angel knew all of this, but showed no reaction. He just looked at Hu Songqi and asked solemnly, “What do you want in return?”

Being found by the Imperial Court had a significant difference from voluntarily offering it to the Imperial Court.

No matter why Hu Songqi chose to voluntarily give the Longevity Peach, the Angel who represented the Imperial Court and Emperor Kangqian must now show some form of response.

If they remained indifferent despite her meritorious service, how many more people would be willing to work for the Imperial Court, for Emperor Kangqian in the future?

The civil officers and military generals all shifted their attention to Hu Songqi, eager to know what this illegitimate daughter of Governor Hu wanted.

This was a significant matter.

It could help them decide how to deal with Governor Hu in the future.

Hu Songqi calmly said, “I earnestly request the Angel to ensure that all ties between me and Hu Shengqing are cut off.”

When her words fell, the tent was filled with a sudden silence.

Neither the Angel nor the civil officers and military generals had guessed rightly about Hu Songqi’s request.

“Why?”

The Angel quickly composed himself and asked with a puzzled expression.

Even though Hu Shengqing was removed from his role as Provincial Governor by the Imperial Court and Emperor Kangqian, he still held a high position within the Court.

No matter how the nobles of the Court tried to avoid Hu Shengqing, and no matter how Emperor Kangqian disliked him, his skills and experience were indisputable.

Since they couldn’t kill him easily, sooner or later, they would have to re-employ him.

Despite so many people yearning to establish familial ties with Hu Shengqing, his illegitimate daughter wanted to sever all ties with him?

This was indeed shocking, and unexpected.

“There’s nothing to it. I simply don’t want to be associated with him anymore,” she said.

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This time, Hu Songqi did not answer the angel’s question truthfully.

Everyone present could see this.

However, the more she acted like this, the more curious they became.

But the Angel did not pressure her for a detailed answer, he only asked, “Have you made up your mind?”

“I have made my decision.”

“Alright. But I cannot promise you anything right now. I will consult with the Emperor first, then make a decision.”

The Angel wanted to use Hu Songqi’s offer of the Longevity Peach to sever her ties with Hu Shengqing as a chance to disparage Hu Shengqing before Emperor Kangqian.

This time, as an envoy fulfilling Emperor Kangqian’s will, he was targeting Hu Shengqing wherever he could.

The two had already become mortal enemies.

How could he pass up such a golden opportunity?

“I am at your disposal, Angel.”

“Hmm. You may leave now.”

With a wave of his hand, the Angel dismissed Hu Songqi and then turned to the civil officers and military generals in the tent.

The atmosphere in the tent became instantly tense and silent.

A cold, icy murderous aura emanated from the Angel.

The military generals were fine, not feeling too uncomfortable.

However, it was different for the civil officers.

A few generations ago, scholars followed the Six Arts of a Gentleman.

But in recent years, scholars held the belief of using words rather than fists.

Each of them took pride in their physical weakness, as a sign of their high-rank and leisurely lifestyle.

As an Inner servant, the Angel was naturally cold-hearted and known for orchestrating numerous murders under the rule of Emperor Kangqian.

He was just like a demon, and his murderous aura was more than these weak, officials could bear.

They were good at keeping their composure given they didn’t faint or even wet themselves on the spot.

The Angel had no intention of killing anyone though, he simply delivered a warning.

Slowly retracting the murderous aura, the Angel said in a cold voice: “I will set off to return to the capital. If anything happens on the road, like if anyone tries to ambush me…be prepared for your entire clan to be exterminated.”

At these words, everyone in the tent showed their true colors as officers of the Inner Guards.

“We dare not.”

The civil officers and military generals quickly voiced their agreement.

“Hmph!”

The Angel stood up, flicked his sleeves and strode off.

The palace eunuchs and maids followed obediently behind him.

The remaining civil officers and military generals in the tent didn’t dare breathe a word.

Not until the Angel’s car had driven far away from the barracks did they finally breathe a sigh of relief.

“What’s next?”

Someone broke the silence, seeking a way forward.

All present were in the same boat.

If the Angel threatened to take action against their clans, he could certainly do it.

So…

“Next, we should never let each other out of sight. Even if we need to move separately, there should be at least three of us together, watching each other.”

“I think that’s reasonable.”

“Ah, why did we get into this mess.”

“Be careful what you say!”

“What about the martial artists? Will they continue to be locked up?”

“Locking them up is not a good idea, it will only attract more attention.”

“So, what do we do? Let them go?”

“Let’s release them. We can explain to the outsiders that our operation encountered an unexpected turn and failed.”

“I think it’s a viable option.”

“Sounds good.”

“I agree.”

“Well then, let’s release them.”

Once the decision was made, a representative was designated to inform the Armored Military General in charge of the captured martial artists.

The remaining martial artists from Jianghu had already recovered from their initial panic and had started discussing among themselves.

Upon learning that they could return to the city, they all felt as if they had been given a second chance at life.

Death Valley was indeed a horrific place!