I really became a king.

Chapter 557 Jiang Yi's Opportunity

However, Jiang Yi had already secretly planned that once Prince Will's Palace collapsed, he would take Madam Jiang away, which would be considered as fulfilling the promise he had made.

As for where to go, Jiang Yi didn't worry much at that time.

With his strength, it is not difficult for him to find a place to settle down. Maybe he can even find a place with mountains and rivers and fulfill his dream of living in seclusion in his previous life.

However, the prerequisite is the cooperation of Madam Jiang. Until now, he still doesn't know Madam Jiang's temper, but he vaguely feels that the other party may not be as simple as she seems.

By then, she will have no say in it, and Jiang Yi will have to take her away even by force.

As for what Uncle Jia said about joining the army, Jiang Yi had no such plan at all.

After all, the Prince Will's Palace was not worth his doing this. If he had not been restrained by Mistress Jiang, he would have traveled around the Tunyun Dynasty long ago.

However, the old servant next to him, Uncle Jia, suddenly said something like this, which immediately made Jiang Yi a little alert.

Could it be possible that he would be forcibly conscripted? He couldn't help but ask, "What does the old man mean?"

"Hehe, although there are a few female masters in our Will Palace who are good at martial arts, they have never really been on the battlefield. To put it bluntly, they are just fancy moves that look good but are useless..."

When he said this, Uncle Jia kept his voice very low, fearing that someone might overhear him. Seeing that Jiang Yi seemed to be thinking about something, he continued:

"But there is one exception, and that is your mistress!"

Jiang Yi was stunned for a moment, remembering that the mistress of the Jiang family used to be a female general on the battlefield. It was said that she had extraordinary martial arts skills. Based on this alone, she would definitely follow Princess Will to the battle this time.

Seeing that Jiang Yi was silent, Uncle Jia lit his pipe again and asked, "Are you going or not?"

As an old man who has stayed in Prince Will's Palace for decades, a house-born child like Jiang Yi has a mark too deep to be erased at all. When the time comes, he can only follow the Jiang family's mistress to join the army.

"So, this matter is not up to you..."

Jiang Yi frowned: "Perhaps the mistress does not want to go with the army."

Old Man Jia smiled and said, "It's not up to her either. Besides, given your mistress's personality, she will definitely follow you."

Jiang Yi didn't say anything, but he didn't agree in his heart. Even if the Jiang family's mistress really wanted to go, he would be able to stop her. At worst, he could find a way to take her away by force.

As if he had guessed what he was thinking, Uncle Jia suddenly began to persuade him: "Brother Jiang, this is actually an opportunity for you. Are you really indifferent to the immortal fate?"

Upon hearing the word "immortal fate", Jiang Yi looked at the other party suddenly.

This matter should be extremely confidential. How could a person guarding a stable know about it?
Old Man Jia was smoking his pipe slowly, his whole old face was covered in smoke, and he said slowly: "The young eunuch surnamed Huo is my nephew."

Jiang Yi couldn't help but twitch the corner of his mouth. The circle of servants in this deep courtyard was indeed a place of hidden dragons and crouching tigers. The relationships were complicated and many of them had deep connections.

"What the old man means is...is this immortal fate real?"

In this world, there are only two things that can attract Jiang Yi's attention. The first thing is the promise of protection, and the second thing is the so-called "immortal fate".

"Of course it's true, but the prerequisite is that Prince Will can return safely..." Old Man Jia still had a leisurely expression.

"If something happens to Prince Will, this immortal fate will naturally have nothing to do with Prince Will."

"On the other hand, if you can go with the army this time, with your bravery, you will surely shine on the battlefield. If you can accomplish extraordinary feats and rescue Prince Will, the prince will definitely remember your kindness, and then it will be much easier for you to follow him to the Immortal Gate."

Seeing that Jiang Yi didn't say anything, he continued, "This is a fate of the immortals. Not to mention our Will Palace, even the Tunyun Dynasty has many people eyeing you. However, the number of menial positions is limited. Even with your mistress's help, your chances of being selected are very low."

Then he shook his head and smiled bitterly, "This is a chance for immortality. Even an old man like me who is about to enter the coffin is tempted. It's a pity that this is destined to be out of my reach."

"But I can give my brother a hand then..."

"Don't worry, brother Jiang. I, an old man, don't have any other intentions. I just hope that when I rush into the mortal world one day, I can take care of my useless descendants in King Will's territory."

Jiang Yi smiled and didn't agree, but he didn't refuse either.

Mr. Xia didn't say anything else. Some things should be said in moderation. Too much is as bad as too little. Besides, he believed in his own judgment.

"Yes, it's fate..."

Jiang Yi sighed and thought of the way of cultivation in the Wild Continent. It was simply incomparable to the "burning mountains and boiling seas, and traveling ten thousand miles in one step" in this world.

"Thank you, Uncle Xia, for the reminder. It seems I have to go to the border with you!" Jiang Yi made up his mind.

After hearing Jiang Yi's words of thanks, Mr. Xia smiled, a smile of relief, knowing that Jiang Yi had agreed in disguise.

"Xia Bo, Xia Bo... why are you hiding here? Yanzhi is getting more and more irritable. Didn't you say before that there is a famous horseman in the mansion who can calm Yanzhi down? Where is he?"

At this time, a middle-aged eunuch who was dressed very elegantly came trotting over and said anxiously.

Jiang Yi calmly took two steps back to make room for Old Man Xia.

He knew this middle-aged eunuch. It was said that he was the trusted eunuch in charge of Prince Will. He was usually arrogant in the mansion, but now he was so amiable in front of Old Man Xia.

"This Old Man Xia must be really someone of great importance..." Jiang Yi thought to himself, otherwise he would never let the chief eunuch speak in such a tone.

"Manager Hou, you came at the right time. This is me. I just came here to feed Yanzhi."

When facing Jiang Yi, the middle-aged eunuch was no longer so friendly. Just like changing his face in Peking Opera, he suddenly changed his expression:
"Are you the stable boy?"

Jiang Yi naturally didn't care about the other party's attitude, he lowered his posture, bowed and said: "Yes, I am the groom who takes care of Yanzhi."

Having been a human being in both his past and present lives, Jiang Yi had long ago learned to be flexible and adaptable, as long as it was beneficial to himself, as for his figure, that was nothing!

"Come with me! Remember, once you enter, don't look around or talk casually. Just calm Yanzhi down."

The steward Hou was quite satisfied with Jiang Yi's attitude and his tone softened a little.

"Yes, I'll remember it." Jiang Yi responded obediently.

"Well, remember not to offend the masters!"

After giving another reminder, Manager Hou nodded to Old Man Xia and took Jiang Yi to the stable.

Jiang Yi followed behind with his head down. This was the first time he had seen the so-called "female masters" in more than three years, and he felt a little excited.

Perhaps he could take this opportunity to meet the mistress of the Jiang family and give an explanation to the pointy-eared girl. Otherwise, it would be unreasonable if he didn't even know the person he was supposed to protect.

(End of this chapter)