Imperial Cultivation-Chapter 282 - 279 Betting

The two agreed readily.

This confirmed Chu Zhiyuan’s suspicions: the Wuyou Sect intended to build a good relationship with him.

These two were straightforward people, not the type to be cunning, nor would they flatter or try to specially befriend him.

It must be orders from within the Sect.

The three of them arrived at the small pavilion in front of the pond.

A small pond had been dug in front of the mountain wall, clear to the bottom, with fish swimming as if moving through the void.

An octagonal pavilion was constructed in front of the pond.

Chu Zhiyuan invited the two to sit at the wooden table in the pavilion, and took the tea offered by Zou Fang.

Glancing at the valley, he smiled and said, "This used to be an old nest of the Yuding Sect. It was just recently cleared, a good place not to be wasted, so it has been renovated into this estate."

"I’ve heard," Song Yichun smiled and said, "the Yuding Sect and Secret Shadow Sect were heavily raided by the Princely Heir, unrivaled prowess."

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and shook his head, "It’s just small fry, Great Grandmasters are too lazy to act, only the likes of me who don’t mind the work do. How is your Sect faring recently?"

The two fell silent immediately.

Chu Zhiyuan said, "Can the Secret Land of the Wuyou Sect only be entered by Grandmasters, or can Great Grandmasters also enter?"

Song Yichun said, "Our Sect’s Secret Land requires Innate Realm to enter."

"Enviable indeed," Chu Zhiyuan remarked, "Unlike the Court, which requires Great Grandmasters to enter, I really wish to see the appearance of the Secret Land."

"If the Princely Heir really wants to see it, it might not be impossible," Song Yichun said.

Chu Zhiyuan raised an eyebrow, "I can enter your Sect’s Secret Land?"

"If the Princely Heir is truly curious, you may visit our Sect’s Secret Land and see what opportunities you might find, as the Princely Heir surely has great luck."

Chu Zhiyuan was quite surprised.

He was merely probing, feeling that the Wuyou Sect intended to befriend him, trying to see their bottom line.

He wouldn’t grow fond of the Wuyou Sect because of their friendship, but would instead be more vigilant.

However, the benefits that should be taken shouldn’t be missed.

Befriending can’t be just empty words; saying a few good words and showing some goodwill isn’t enough.

How does true sincerity manifest? Naturally, it boils down to material things.

"Can outsiders enter your Sect’s Secret Land?" Chu Zhiyuan curiously asked, "Has anyone gone in before?"

"Outsiders certainly cannot," Li Yilong shook his head, "But the Princely Heir isn’t an outsider."

Chu Zhiyuan blinked, not understanding why.

Song Yichun smiled, "The Emperor has entered our Sect’s Secret Land."

Chu Zhiyuan was astonished, "When did my Imperial Grandfather go in?"

"When the Emperor was still a Prince, he entered our Sect’s Secret Land twice, and after ascending to the imperial throne, he entered once more," Song Yichun said, "The Princely Heir can also enter."

"Can all royal descendants enter?" Chu Zhiyuan asked.

Song Yichun smiled and shook his head.

Chu Zhiyuan laughed, "Your Sect judges from appearances, huh?"

"Since the Princely Heir has the potential to become Emperor, we certainly can’t treat it the same," Li Yilong said.

"Emperor?" Chu Zhiyuan quickly waved his hands, "Absolutely not!"

Song Yichun curiously asked, "The Princely Heir doesn’t want to vie for the imperial throne?"

Li Yilong also looked over curiously.

Chu Zhiyuan pondered for a moment, and then understood.

They wanted to start placing bets early.

He pondered further.

If the Wuyou Sect is like this, what about the other three sects?

Yao Yue Palace probably doesn’t have this intention, and Jiuli Divine Sect is likely just coincidental, but the Yongling Divine Sect might not be coincidental.

Apart from these three sects, what about the other sects?

Does this mean he needs to start competing for the imperial throne?

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Who doesn’t want to compete for the imperial throne, but I don’t have the qualification now."

"As long as there’s hope to become a Great Grandmaster, then you have the qualification," Li Yilong said.

Chu Zhiyuan smiled, "Then let’s speak on it when I become a Great Grandmaster. Before becoming a Great Grandmaster, I should honestly continue being the Princely Heir."

"Is it because of Prince Ying?" Song Yichun asked.

Chu Zhiyuan nodded, "For now, it seems that Tenth Uncle has the best chance of becoming Emperor."

Song Yichun shook his head, "That might not be so."

Chu Zhiyuan smiled without speaking.

"The Princely Heir doesn’t believe it, right?" Song Yichun said, "You think we’re just like this regarding Prince Ying too?"

Chu Zhiyuan laughed, "Doesn’t your Sect favor my Tenth Uncle?"

"Exactly."

"Oh—?"

"Our Sect also has disciples under Prince Ying’s command."

"Hmm." Chu Zhiyuan nodded.

All four Great Demonic Sects have disciples serving in the army; this was a part of the original alliance agreement.

"Prince Ying is truly remarkable, with an astonishing talent for warfare, veritably a god of the military."

"Indeed."

"But Prince Ying’s Martial Arts talent isn’t as strong and is vastly different when compared to the Princely Heir."

"Tenth Uncle isn’t that weak, right?"

"Compared to the Princely Heir, it’s like a firefly compared to the bright moon."

"Haha..." Chu Zhiyuan laughed heartily, shaking his head, "That’s too exaggerated."

"Rather than the bright moon, say the sun," Song Yichun said, "The Princely Heir’s cultivation progress is such that even those Evil Sect practitioners cannot compare, being the top under the heavens is not overly stated."

Chu Zhiyuan smiled, "Doesn’t your Sect suspect that I’m practicing the Evil Sect Heart Method?"

"The Jade Lock Gold Barrier Skill, the only true master of it, one of the three ancient inheritances, the sole completer," Song Yichun smiled, "Who in the world can compare to the Princely Heir? Even the Emperor feels ashamed in comparison."

"That’s over-praise," Chu Zhiyuan touched his own face and smiled, "It makes me feel embarrassed."

Song Yichun said, "The Princely Heir must not belittle yourself; your talent is indeed unparalleled."

Li Yilong slowly nodded.

On this point, one cannot help but admire. More importantly, the Princely Heir before them is not only a Martial Arts prodigy but also a prodigious statesman, wise and farsighted.

Such a genius should naturally be Emperor, it’s undeniably justified.

"The imperial throne is not just about Martial Arts, there are other factors involved."

"The Great Grandmaster is the most important."

"Tenth Uncle can also become a Great Grandmaster."

"In our opinion, Prince Ying is unlikely to become a Great Grandmaster."

Chu Zhiyuan was taken aback.

Song Yichun said, "Prince Ying was injured in his youth while in the army, which damaged his foundations, and his mental state is also flawed."

"With Tenth Uncle’s merits, he can trade for any Spirit Pill."

"Princely Heir, Spirit Pills are not omnipotent, some injuries are irreversible," Song Yichun shook his head.

Li Yilong said solemnly, "Moreover, years of campaigning can also distort a person’s heart and nature."

Chu Zhiyuan’s heart slightly stirred but his face remained indifferent, "Is Tenth Uncle really unable to become a Great Grandmaster?"

"It’s extremely difficult, even if possible, it would be incredibly arduous," Song Yichun said, "The mental state is the hardest to mend."

Chu Zhiyuan slowly nodded.

The mental state is the hardest to mend.

If it can be said like this, then the mental state can be mended.

But it is hard to mend, so it’s best not to have any flaws, the Emperor’s intention is not to let himself have any flaws in his mental state.

But where is the flaw in his mental state?

Does the Purple Sun Scripture really have such miraculous effects, why can’t Tenth Uncle mend his mental state’s flaws?

Tenth Uncle’s realm should advance one step at a time, solid and firm.

But due to war, did it damage Tenth Uncle’s mental state?

Chu Zhiyuan was contemplative, looking towards the direction of the Northern Territory.

"Princely Heir?"

"I still think Tenth Uncle is the most hopeful to become Emperor. His laborious efforts and high merits have contributed so much to Da Jing, it would be truly unjust if he cannot become Emperor."

Song Yichun laughed, "Princely Heir, when has there ever been fairness in this world?"

Chu Zhiyuan said, "As I am, my foundations are unstable, making it difficult to become a Great Grandmaster, while Tenth Uncle, progressing step by step, and then mending any flaws, can instead achieve more with solid foundations, making it easier to step into the Great Grandmaster." Song Yichun gently shook his head, "If it were truly like this, there would be Grandmasters all over the world." Li Yilong sighed, "Princely Heir, the world was never fair to begin with."

This is his most profound understanding.

Chu Zhiyuan shifted the topic, smiling, "What does your Sect’s Secret Land have?"