Huangxiu

Chapter 683 Peace of mind
Chu Zhiyuan took a deep breath and then slowly exhaled, as if he wanted to vent all his anger.

The eldest prince Chu Liechu opened his eyes and looked at him curiously.

I thought he was going to explode, but I didn't expect him to hold it back.

It seems that after dying once, he is indeed different and his temper has improved a lot.

Chu Zhiyuan shook his head with a sad look on his face: "This is our Yujing Dynasty, pitiful!"

The other two princes also opened their eyes and looked at him.

Chu Zhiyuan said: "The fate of the imperial court is actually tied to a hostage like me."

Chu Liechu said helplessly: "Ninth brother, there is nothing we can do. We are not as strong as you. There is nothing we can do."

Chu Zhiyuan was silent.

Chu Liechu said: "We are not as strong as you, and we don't care about our face. Compared with shame, self-preservation is the most important thing... Ninth brother, if you can really put an end to the war, you will be a great contributor to our court."

"I don't deserve this credit."

"Ninth brother, we princes have been living in luxury since childhood. For the sake of billions of people, we cannot be stingy with our bodies."

Chu Zhiyuan said unhappily: "Brother, you are so nice!"

Chu Liechu snorted, "If I had been chosen, I would never hesitate and would have sacrificed my life for it."

"What about your throne?" Chu Zhiyuan curled his lips in disdain.

Chu Liechu said in a deep voice: "If the imperial court does not exist, what is the throne?"

Chu Zhiyuan said: "The Phoenix Dynasty cannot destroy us. At most, they can only take advantage of us. It won't destroy the dynasty."

Chu Liechu snorted, "But it will kill a large number of our soldiers. Aren't they the sons of their parents and the pillars of their wives and children?"

Chu Zhiyuan looked at the third prince Chu Lieyang and said, "Brother, in this situation, you still want to take my place as the consort?"

Chu Lieyang said solemnly: "We cannot make the decision on this matter. It depends on the decision of His Majesty the Twelfth Prince."

Chu Zhiyuan sneered: "Third brother is really infatuated! ... Forget it, just listen to father."

He was too lazy to say more, so he closed his eyes, put aside all his emotions, and began to practice.

A yin-yang fish vortex suddenly appeared above his head, and spiritual energy surged in.

The three of them stared at the top of his head with frowns, feeling the abundance of his spiritual energy and secretly comparing it with their own.

This comparison reveals a huge gap.

This ninth brother is really different, not only in his temper, but also in his qualifications.

If he continues to practice like this, sooner or later he will catch up with me and become the number one among the princes.

"Ninth brother, have you reached the second level?"

"Yes." Chu Zhiyuan said calmly: "Just the second transformation."

"Quick enough."

"Who let me enter the cave?" Chu Zhiyuan said lightly with his eyes closed.

His words made the three of them suddenly relax and accept his huge improvement in qualifications.

It is very likely that this Old Nine obtained a miraculous fruit that could improve his aptitude in the cave, and took it secretly, in addition to the miraculous fruit that was originally meant to improve his cultivation.

It is not surprising that one can reach the second level in one fell swoop after accumulating a lot of knowledge.

The eldest prince looked solemn and began to practice intensively, striving to be the first to enter the Spirit Transformation Realm.

Among all the princes, the real confidence comes from cultivation, not age or ranking.

-

At noon, Chu Zhiyuan and Chu Honglin met again at Qingfeng Cliff.

Chu Zhiyuan talked about this matter.

Chu Honglin frowned, shook his head and sighed, "I have never been involved in these intrigues. There are too many dirty things in the court, and it is really not advisable to watch too much."

Chu Zhiyuan said: "Uncle Fifteen, this feels terrible."

Even though he was detached and didn't completely put himself in the original owner's shoes, he still felt aggrieved because of being in such a situation.

Chu Honglin said: "That's why my brother is working hard to govern the country, and everyone is working hard to practice, all for the sake of strengthening the military, standing up straight, and being proud."

Chu Zhiyuan was silent.

Things in the world are not subject to change by will, and you cannot surpass others by working hard.

It is very likely that no matter how hard you try, it will be in vain and you will still be crushed.

“But after tens of thousands of years of hard work, it’s still the same.” Chu Honglin shook his head: “The Phoenix Dynasty has seventy-two caves in the sky, and the Jade Scenery Dynasty and Yuanzhen Dynasty together have a total of seventy-two caves in the sky.” Chu Zhiyuan frowned.

Chu Honglin said: "They have more Spirit Lords than us, and their Spirit Guards are stronger than us. So far, we have not seen the decline of the Phoenix Dynasty."

Chu Zhiyuan asked: "Does that mean we can never turn things around?"

"The world has its ups and downs, and no dynasty can remain forever in decline," Chu Honglin said, "There will always be a time when the Phoenix Dynasty declines, and we will rise!"

Chu Zhiyuan nodded.

Chu Honglin said: "What we have to do is to practice well and live longer so that we can see what the situation will be like then."

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Uncle Fifteen, you can wait!"

"I hope so." Chu Honglin said, "Let's talk about this action. We are about to start. Do you want to use the Great Demon Subduing Seal this time?"

"Okay." Chu Zhiyuan said solemnly.

He originally did not plan to use the Great Demon Subduing Seal again to avoid being exposed. Using the Ruyi to Dispel Evil would be more seamless.

But the situation was such that he decided to take the risk and use the Great Demon Subduing Seal.

We should strengthen our soul as much as possible to improve the efficiency of our practice.

The Phoenix Dynasty respects strength above all else.

If one enters the realm of transformation, he will be respected even if he is a prince consort or a hostage.

This is people's respect for strength, regardless of identity.

-

Chu Zhiyuan returned to the courtyard. The sun had already set and the four girls of Youlan were already waiting in the courtyard.

While serving him dinner, Youlan said, "Guardian Li said he has something to report to Your Highness."

"Let her come over." Chu Zhiyuan drank his wine and waved his hand nonchalantly.

He immediately realized that it was because of the marriage proposal from the Yuanzhen Dynasty.

Li Yuzhen came over quickly.

With her graceful figure, she bowed slightly and said, "My Lord Prince Consort."

Chu Zhiyuan put down his wine glass, raised his drooping eyelids, and said lightly: "This name needs to be changed."

Li Yuzhen was puzzled.

Chu Zhiyuan said: "My status as a consort is uncertain, so it may not be possible."

"Don't worry, Your Majesty, there will be no changes." Li Yuzhen said solemnly.

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Did His Majesty the Twelfth Prince say this?"

"Yes." Li Yuzhen said, "Your Highness asked me to inform you so that the Prince Consort can be at ease and not have to worry too much."

Chu Zhiyuan laughed.

Li Yuzhen was puzzled.

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Hearing the tone of your Highness, it seems as if she and I are lovers who have pledged eternal love. Interesting... Actually, it doesn't matter whether it's a variable or not. I don't want to be a consort anyway."

Li Yuzhen frowned and her eyes suddenly became sharp.

Chu Zhiyuan laughed: "Do you think I don't know how to appreciate your kindness?"

Li Yuzhen retracted her sharp gaze and lowered her eyes, but did not deny it.

"She doesn't even want to say something against her will," Chu Zhiyuan snorted unhappily, "The prince of the Yuanzhen Dynasty is definitely better than me. Let her choose a good man to be her consort. It would be too unfair for her to marry me."

Li Yuzhen raised her head and said softly, "Since Your Highness has made up his mind, he will not be indecisive and change his mind."

Chu Zhiyuan snorted, "She is truly a real man among women. Her words are as good as gold."

Li Yuzhen nodded slightly, obviously agreeing deeply with this comment.

Chu Zhiyuan asked: "Then Phoenix Dynasty wants to go to war with us again?"

Li Yuzhen shook her head: "Don't worry, Prince Consort. Even if the two dynasties go to war, no one can do anything to you, Prince Consort."

Chu Zhiyuan sneered: "Your Highness is really so arrogant and has such a big mouth!"

Li Yuzhen said softly: "This is not flattery, nor is it self-praise, it is the fact."

"Alright," Chu Zhiyuan waved his hand, "Go and do your thing."

Li Yuzhen bowed lightly and said, "I will take my leave."

(End of this chapter)