Concubines Lead to Strength: The Path to Immortality Begins with Taking a Spouse-Chapter 365 - 217: The Persistent Emperor of the Northern Domain Arrives at Duanbei City!

Chapter 365 -217: The Persistent Emperor of the Northern Domain Arrives at Duanbei City!

Under the watchful eyes of the great powers of the Imperial City, several people came in haste and left just as quickly.

Just a few words were sufficient to settle the matter of the imperial succession.

Even with the direct intervention of an Elder from the Wang Family, the Emperor of the Northern Domain, however reluctant, could not resist.

As the flying boat disappeared into the distance, the two Elders of the Wang Family at the Sage Realm gave a meaningful glance to the Emperor of the Northern Domain.

“Everyone, leave us!”

The Emperor of the Northern Domain grumbled, gesturing dismissively to clear the crowd away.

Only then did he welcome the two into the palace.

Among them, the Elder who had attained Perfection in the Sage Realm was the most senior, being the seventh Emperor of the Northern Domain Royal Family.

It was naturally his throne to occupy.

The other Elder of the Sage Realm took a seat beside him in order of precedence.

As for the current Emperor of the Northern Domain, he could only stand obediently in the hall like a punished child.

Even now, as emperor, he dared not speak carelessly in the presence of these two Ancestors for fear of provoking their displeasure.

“Today’s mishap is not your fault…”

After a moment, the Elder finally heaved a sigh and began to speak.

“Alas… it’s unfortunate the Gu Family has produced such a monstrous talent.”

“With an Extreme Acquired Dao Body, it’s a rarity not seen in Central State in thousands of years!”

“Now that he has joined the Central State Sword Sect and received the title of Saint Heir, unless unforeseen events occur, his future achievements will be immeasurable.”

“The Northern Domain… is truly about to undergo a great change.”

The Elder looked up to the sky and let out a long sigh, his voice carrying traces of unwillingness mingled with helplessness.

“Ancestor… Is there truly no way to remedy this situation?”

“There are a few Elders from the Immortal Ascension Sect with whom I have a decent relationship, and I’ve managed a few affairs over the years.”

“Perhaps, with the support of the Immortal Ascension Sect, we need not fear Young Master Gu.”

The Emperor of the Northern Domain, filled with reluctance, only dared to speak boldly after hearing that the Ancestor did not blame him.

“Ridiculous!”

“Just with your connection to the Immortal Ascension Sect, how could you expect them to contend with the Sword Sect’s Saint?”

The seventh Ancestor could not help but frown and scold upon hearing his words.

“Not necessarily…”

“Ancestor may not know, but an Elder of the Immortal Ascension Sect has given me some information some time ago.”

“He mentioned that Young Master Gu and a Saint Heir from the Immortal Ascension Sect had a feud!”

“The Elders might not oppose Young Master Gu for my sake.”

“But… what if it’s a rivalry between Saint Heirs?”

“The Saint Heir from the Immortal Ascension Sect might also not want to see Young Master Gu achieve his desires.”

The Emperor of the Northern Domain shook his head and revealed an important piece of information.

“Hmm?”

Sure enough, upon hearing this, both Elders from the Wang Family raised their eyebrows slightly.

They were typically secluded in the Imperial Mausoleum, extending their lifespans with the help of the dragon veins, and were thus ignorant of the events of the outside world.

They had only come because that old geezer from the Gu Family had barged into the Imperial Mausoleum and awoke them from their seclusion!

“Forget it.”

“If you wish to struggle for power, then try your hand at it.”

“Whether you succeed or fail, the one who will sit on the throne will still be of our Wang bloodline.”

After a moment of contemplation, the two Elders from the Wang Family finally spoke.

“The best thing you’ve done is to marry off the little girl from our Wang lineage to the Gu Family…”

“At least, even if you lose, our Wang lineage won’t be completely lost.”

After a meaningful glance, the figures of the two Elders disappeared from the palace.

They did not care who sat on the throne, as long as it was someone of Wang bloodline.

However, if they were to choose, they naturally preferred the current Emperor to continue in his role.

After all…

That girl was of female descent, and if she were to have children with Young Master Gu, they would certainly bear the Gu surname.

Even though they would have the Wang bloodline, they would ultimately not carry the Wang name…

Sooner or later, the Northern Domain Royal Family would be consumed by the Gu Family.

Therefore, the two Elders tacitly approved of the Emperor of the Northern Domain’s approach. If he could find a way to secure his position, all the better.

After all, they would not easily intervene unless they were sure of victory!

…

Crown Prince Wang Xing, after returning to the Eastern Palace, was also unable to relax his furrowed brows.

“I didn’t expect it to come so quickly…”

“Now that Father has been pushed to a dead end, even the Ancestor has had to step in.”

“If Father completely loses his will, I wonder if it will affect my position as a Direct Disciple of the Immortal Ascension Sect!”

Today in the great hall, it was the first time he had seen his father so constrained.

Usually, in the Northern Territory Imperial City, a single word from his father could determine life and death, and even the princes like him, or the little sister, had never dared to disobey, not to mention the Eighth Grade Heavenly Gate Realm Old Princes and generals.

But today…

In the presence of his sister’s husband, his father was utterly powerless to resist.

Utterly suppressed…

He did not care who became the Emperor of the Northern Domain; he only cared if it might affect his chance in the Immortal Ascension Sect!

If his father truly gave up hope, it was possible that he would also give up on sending him to the Immortal Ascension Sect.

After all, according to his father’s original plan, he would have to regularly provide him with plentiful resources after sending him to the Immortal Ascension Sect, to help him network with the prodigies of Central State.

But now that he no longer had the qualifications to compete, why should his father expend financial and material resources to help him…

“Troublesome…”

“But Father should not be the type to accept defeat.”

Wang Xing shook his head, feeling very helpless.

His sister’s husband had come at an inopportune time. If only he had arrived a month later, he would have already been on his way to Central State. Far from the Emperor’s reach, his father would not be able to control him, and he could be free from his father’s constraints!

Just as he was mired in his troubles, a voice came from outside the residence: “May I inquire if my Imperial Brother is present?”