I am about to die of old age, and I have awakened the character of longevity.

Chapter 255 Big Investment!
Chen Yuer stood on the blood-red spear, transformed into a streak of light, and sped away, crossing the river in the blink of an eye and reaching a distance of ten miles.

Dressed in red, Chen Yuer remained standing on the spear shaft. Several times she wanted to turn around and look at Xie An, but she forcibly restrained herself.

She was a little scared.

I'm afraid that if I turn back, I won't be able to bear leaving.

When they reached the hilltop on the opposite bank of the river, Chen Yu'er finally looked back. All she could see were tiny dots on the dock; she could barely make out the people.
Eh.

Chen Yuer sighed, feeling a strange pain in her heart.

The pain was indescribable.

It felt like an invisible hand was gripping my heart tightly, making it hard to breathe.

Even for a fleeting moment, she wanted to turn back.

Thinking of all that had happened in Beiliang, she still didn't go back. She continued flying forward and disappeared into the distance in just a few breaths.

Ok?
Chen Yuer took off the bundle from her back and opened it to take a look.

This bundle was given to him by Xie An before he left. He was in a hurry at the time, and Xie An didn't say what was inside. Chen Yu'er didn't ask any further questions either.

She has never been a talkative person.

Many things, many words I want to say, are kept hidden in my heart.

Only now did he take it out to look at it.

Inside were some spiritual plants and pills refined by Jin Yuping.

These pills are all of good quality; some are for strengthening the body's foundation, while others are for nourishing the body. It's clear that Jin Yuping has put a lot of thought and effort into them.

Looking at these pills, Chen Yuer felt a faint sense of emotion welling up inside her.

Turning to the very bottom of the bundle, Chen Yuer suddenly saw a hard object.

what?
Chen Yu'er was greatly shocked. She picked up the hard object and was surprised to find that it was a black brocade box. After opening the box and seeing the contents inside... Chen Yu'er gasped, her pupils dilating sharply.

A palm-sized seal with a coiled dragon on top and eight large characters carved below: "By the mandate of Heaven, may your life be long and prosperous."

"The imperial seal?"

Chen Yuer felt a tingling sensation on her scalp, followed by a surge of warmth.

Previously, she had traveled tens of thousands of miles south to Qingwu County and established cooperation with Huainan Wang Wulaofeng and others, all for the sake of this genuine Tianbao Imperial Seal.

Only she knew best how important this jade seal was to Northern Liang.

After being severely injured by Ye Nantian in Qingwu County, Chen Yuer remained in a coma for three years. Upon waking, she discovered her destiny with immortality and, together with Xie An, devoted herself to seeking immortality. She even forgot about the jade seal for a time.

She no longer believed she could obtain the jade seal.

In no mood……

The Imperial Seal, which the Northern Liang had been so eager to possess, was actually in Xie An's possession. Moreover, Xie An was willing to give such an important item to him.

This weight... is far too heavy.

In an instant, Xie An's image appeared in Chen Yu'er's mind.

It just won't go away.

"This guy... he sent such an important gift without even saying a word. We owe him a huge favor."

"Thank you, Xie An."

...the wharf.

The bow of a covered boat.

Xie An stood quietly, his hands behind his back, watching the receding light, lost in thought for a long time.

He naturally knew that this Imperial Seal was very important; he had originally intended to keep it for his own use.

However, after the events in Yunzhou, Xie An had lost interest in officialdom and had no desire to become the Demon Suppression Chief. Keeping the Imperial Seal of the State was pointless, so it was better to give it to Chen Yuer.

Chen Yu'er is a bewitching woman from Northern Liang who unified thirteen of the sixteen kingdoms of Northern Liang. If she obtains this Imperial Seal, she can establish her own kingdom.

Having worked together for twenty years, Xie An had long considered Chen Yuer as one of his own.

It's better to help others achieve their goals.

Moreover, Xie An also had his own calculations.

That would mean... if Chen Yu'er were to unify the sixteen kingdoms of Northern Liang in the future, establish his own dynasty, and become emperor... then the entire Northern Liang would be his ally. Wouldn't that be even better than the Great Qianxiang?
This investment is such a great deal.

Lü Buwei initially invested in the King of Qin, seeing him as a rare commodity.

Xie An felt that his investment in Chen Yu'er was more worthwhile than that in his brother Lü. After all, the King of Qin was a man, while Lü Buwei had at least gained power and status.

But Chen Yuer is different...

It's incredibly profitable!

Just as Xie An was in a daze, Jin Yuping spoke up, "Third Master, everyone has gone far away."

Xie An finally came to his senses and said with a faint smile, "Well, let's go back too."

Jin Yuping smiled and said, "I'll steer the boat."

Xie An was at the fifth level of Qi Refining, and Jin Yuping was at the first level; neither of them could achieve the ability to fly on a sword. They could only travel by boat.

While Jin Yuping was steering the boat, Xie An stood at the bow, feeling the gentle breeze. He thought about how he would soon be back at Seven Star Village and see Su Yuqing again.

Given his investment in Chen Yuer, Xie An felt that Su Yuqing was also a worthwhile investment.

If things go well, and Su Yuqing takes control of the Great Qian in the future, wouldn't that mean the Great Qian will also be ours?
One hand holds Beiliang, the other holds Daqian...

hiss!
Xie An felt a chill run down his spine just thinking about it.

It's really addictive.

My luck is ridiculously good.

To have no desire for power yet have the opportunity to orchestrate such a complex and challenging scheme is simply incredible.

Snapped.

Xie An rubbed his forehead, realizing he had been overthinking things. Only after clearing his mind of these thoughts did he slowly regain his composure.

Half a day later, Xie An and Jin Yuping returned to the gate of Qixing Village.

From afar, they could see Ma Tiedan standing outside the gate, warily watching his surroundings. Dozens of martial arts masters from the village were also patrolling with Ma Tiedan, assisting in the defense of the surrounding area.

When Ma Tiedan saw Xie An and Jin Yuping, he thought he was seeing things. He rubbed his eyes hard before laughing loudly as he greeted them, "Third Master, Madam. You've finally returned. Ten years has been too long."

After exchanging pleasantries, Ma Tiedan said, "Third Master, the Princess is waiting for you inside."

(End of this chapter)