Kamimine

Chapter 78 The Empress
Liu Chengfeng traveled westward, crossing mountains and valleys, avoiding the ancient ferocious beast.

Fortunately, no one pursued them on the way, and the Sixth Patriarch did not catch up with them.

After traveling for several days, Liu Chengfeng arrived at the stronghold of the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom.

Here, there is a sacred altar suspended in the sky, numerous palaces, grand halls and buildings, and structures on the peaks and valleys.

The defenses were just as tight as those of the ancient Li royal court's strongholds, with guards every five steps and sentries every ten.

Those stationed here are all powerful individuals, brimming with blood and energy; anyone who tries to force their way in will be killed.

Liu Chengfeng possessed the Sixth Patriarch's jade pendant, which allowed him to travel smoothly and successfully meet another guest, a friend of the Sixth Patriarch.

"Senior, do you have any news about my ancestor?"

"By the time the reinforcements arrived, they had already disappeared."

"Should we kill them, capture them, or escape safely?"

Liu Chengfeng felt a chill run down his spine, worried about the safety of the Sixth Patriarch.

"It's still unknown. Killing him won't be easy."

The guest elder was unwilling to discuss further and escorted Liu Chengfeng to the altar, preparing to teleport him to the Golden Crow Heavenly Capital.

Liu Chengfeng had many doubts, but he didn't want to ask too many questions.

The altar, high above, can hold an army of 100,000. It is a teleportation altar built by the Golden Crow God himself.

The army of the ancient Jinwu Kingdom can reach this place directly from various places.

The war between the Golden Crow Kingdom and the Ancient Li Kingdom took place in the Taiyi Plain, with both sides deploying their troops through the Divine Platform King Tower.

Upon ascending the divine platform, Liu Chengfeng discovered that the woman in the crane-skirted dress was also there, leading a group of powerful individuals to teleport him.

The woman in the crane-patterned dress had sharp eyes and an imposing aura as she stared at Liu Chengfeng.

People from the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom, great figures from the Great Dao Divine Treasury.

Liu Chengfeng felt a chill run down his spine, but his face remained expressionless.

"Old Zhu, who is this?"

The woman in the crane-skirt had not yet received any intelligence information and was unaware of Liu Chengfeng's background.

"A junior like myself wanted to see the world."

This guest minister covered for Liu Chengfeng and did not reveal his relationship with the Sixth Patriarch.

The woman in the crane-skirt did not ask any further questions and led her people away via teleportation.

The guest elder did not want Liu Chengfeng to stay any longer, so he teleported him to Jinwu Tiandu.

The teleportation was instantaneous, and Liu Chengfeng was transported to Jinwu Tiandu. He stepped off the teleportation platform, looked up, and saw Jinwu Tiandu unfolding before his eyes.

Jinwu Tiandu is more than ten times larger than Qiuchi Imperial City; ten carriages could easily run side by side along its long street.

The buildings and palaces are countless, and the number of residents is in the tens of millions.

Tiandu is a bustling and prosperous city, with a constant flow of traffic and pedestrians.

The most spectacular sight is that above Tiandu, ancient mountain peaks float in the sky, while grand palaces and tall buildings are hidden in the clouds, emanating divine light and spiritual energy like a spring.

Auspicious birds fly and dance, and mythical beasts exhale mist.

At the highest point, a sacred palace stands tall, majestic and awe-inspiring, its divine aura radiating from the heavens.

This is the Golden Crow Divine Palace, symbolizing the supreme authority of the ancient Golden Crow Kingdom.

Above the distant snow-capped peaks and clouds, there stands a golden palace, its luster dim yet still imposing and awe-inspiring—this is the Crown Prince's Golden Palace.

In the center of Tiandu, there is a majestic mountain, and a towering ancient tree grows like a coiled dragon, with a yellow bell hanging on it.

"Ancient kingdoms are indeed different; they cannot be compared to Qiuchi Kingdom."

Looking at the Golden Crow Heavenly Capital, Liu Chengfeng sighed.

Having identified the direction, Liu Chengfeng headed east towards the city, where he had arranged to meet the Sixth Patriarch at a separate courtyard.

Jinwu Tiandu was vast, with long streets crisscrossing the area. It took Liu Chengfeng half a day to find the location of the villa.

Before he even got close, he saw someone blocking off the courtyard from afar, so he immediately stepped aside to observe from a distance.

The villa was originally where the Sixth Patriarch stayed, but now it was surrounded and guarded by a group of powerful figures, and it was unclear what they were doing there.

In the crowd, Liu Chengfeng spotted a familiar face: the woman in the crane-skirt he had met in the wilderness of Taiyi.

Their agreed-upon location was exposed, and Liu Chengfeng dared not linger, so he immediately retreated.

Someone wanted to kill him and seize the Mountain Ghost Flower Money, so Yuan Pojun, one of the four heirs, took action.

I wonder if the woman in the crane-patterned skirt shared the same idea.

Liu Chengfeng retreated, wanting to find a safe place to lie in wait and see if he could find out any news about the Sixth Patriarch.

"You are Liu Chengfeng."

Liu Chengfeng tried to retreat, but was stopped by someone whose voice was arrogant and condescending.

The person blocking the way was a woman, accompanied by maids in palace attire and an old nanny serving her.

This woman was dressed in a magnificent and noble phoenix robe, with a beautiful face, fair skin, captivating phoenix eyes, and an arrogant and domineering demeanor.

The thought of a Great Dao expert sent a chill down Liu Chengfeng's spine; it seemed like experts from the Great Dao Divine Treasury were everywhere.

"who are you?"

Jinwu Tiandu was a place he didn't know, and apart from the Sixth Patriarch, no one should have recognized him.

"This princess is Shangxia."

"Have not heard."

Liu Chengfeng shook his head. He really hadn't heard of it, but a second-level expert of the Great Dao was no nobody; it was just that he was ignorant.

Princess Shangxia's face darkened, her aura becoming domineering and arrogant.

"How do you know me?"

Liu Chengfeng was puzzled; how could anyone in Jinwu Tiandu know him?

"I am in charge of governing the world for Your Highness. How could you kill the Sky Eagle Sect without my knowledge?"

Princess Shangxia's face was cold and aloof.

Your Highness, Feng Shaohuang Feng Xi!

Liu Chengfeng had heard the Sixth Patriarch say that in the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom, only the Young Emperor Feng could be called His Highness.

Crane Punishment Bureau, Ape Spy, Tiger Protector of the Capital, Phoenix Insignia for the World, Prime Minister Governing the Country, Emperor Unifying the Four Clans...

Crane Punishment Division! Crane Clear Shadow.

Liu Chengfeng immediately thought of the woman in the crane skirt; she must be from the Crane Punishment Division.

He Qingying is the head of the Crane Clan and one of the four heirs to the throne.
"What do you want?"

Liu Chengfeng composed himself and focused intently, not daring to be careless in the face of the second stage of the Great Dao.

"The ancient kingdom of Jinwu is not a place for you. Go back to where you came from. Your home in the poor mountains is your true home."

Princess Shangxia looked down, not taking Liu Chengfeng seriously.

"Is this your idea, or Feng Shaohuang's idea?"

Liu Chengfeng understood that the other party wanted to get rid of him because he was a potential rival for the throne.

“Your Highness is in seclusion, so I can take charge of the situation for you.”

Princess Shangxia was domineering and didn't take Liu Chengfeng seriously.

She could easily crush those who guided the divine treasure.

Princess Shangxia is noble and arrogant, with an imposing presence; she has the right to be so.

She was born in the Great Xia Kingdom, a powerful nation under the jurisdiction of the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom.

Princess Shangxia was a genius of the Great Xia Kingdom from a young age. She cultivated the Great Dao Divine Treasure at a young age and was qualified to ascend the throne.

She relinquished the throne, entered the Golden Crow Ancient Kingdom, became a disciple of the Phoenix Clan, and married the young Phoenix Emperor.

She has gained the approval of the Phoenix Clan. If the Phoenix Emperor ascends the throne, she will either become Empress or a concubine.

"What if I don't?"

Liu Chengfeng activated his inner energy cultivation technique, ready for battle at any moment.

"That's courting death!" Princess Shangxia said disdainfully.

"Then I'll wait."

Liu Chengfeng sneered and retreated.

Princess Shangxia did not make a move immediately, but coldly watched Liu Chengfeng retreat.

She's just warning him now; she can kill him anytime she wants.

Liu Chengfeng left Dongcheng, planning to find a safe place.

In Jinwu Tiandu, he was surrounded by enemies: the four heirs to the throne, Emperor Tangshan... all of whom could potentially kill him.

"Old man, what exactly is in your inheritance?"

Liu Chengfeng couldn't help but mutter to himself, "Even the heir to the throne wants to seize my Mountain Ghost Money; his inheritance must be astonishing."

Before Liu Chengfeng could find a safe place to hide, a carriage stopped in front of him.

The carriage was antique and understated, yet it possessed a divine charm, a treasure of the Great Dao that even the strongest could not break through.

Another enemy has come knocking?

Liu Chengfeng felt a chill and stepped back.

The car door opened, revealing a beautiful woman.

Upon seeing this, Liu Chengfeng felt his heart shatter and his scalp tingle. He wanted to turn around and leave, but he remained there and did not run away.

The opponent is a demigod; he can't escape far.

The beautiful woman before him was the one he had stumbled upon while bathing in the hot spring.

"Young Master Liu, please get in the car."

The beautiful woman's voice was gentle and modest, making it pleasant to listen to.

Are you kidding me? Getting into her car is like walking into a trap.
"Young Master Liu, do you dare not?"

The beautiful woman's soft voice made the man unwilling to back down.

"They come, the security."

With renewed courage, Liu Chengfeng decided to take the plunge, boarded the carriage, and sat down calmly.

The car doors closed, and it continued on its way, its destination unknown.

The interior of the car is spacious, like a room.

Liu Chengfeng sat down and couldn't help but glance at the beautiful woman.

The beautiful woman wore a simple white robe, revealing her ample bosom. Her light makeup could not conceal her stunning beauty; she was tall and slender with long, jade-like legs.

Liu Chengfeng's heart skipped a beat, knowing that beneath the loosened clothes lay a lush, snow-capped peak, full and heavy with vibrant red.

The beautiful woman, as if by telepathy, could not hide her shyness and sat upright, adjusting her clothes.

"My name is Shen Yunzhi."

The beautiful woman had a dignified appearance, a gentle voice, and a humble demeanor.

Liu Chengfeng quickly composed himself and bowed respectfully, not daring to be disrespectful.

There was no reason for a demigod to act this way; he couldn't understand it.

"Young Master Liu comes from Qiuchi Kingdom and succeeds to the position of Crown Prince Li. I fear he is in grave danger. In the ancient Jinwu Dynasty, there are many who wish to kill him."

Shen Yunzhi spoke softly, her voice slow and gentle, unlike that of a demigod.

"who are you?"

Liu Chengfeng was secretly alarmed; Shen Yunzhi knew his situation very well.

"The Six Guest Ministers did not die."

Where is the Sixth Patriarch?

Liu Chengfeng hurriedly asked.

"The whereabouts of the six retainers are unknown, but they have not been killed."

Shen Yunzhi was very certain, which surprised Liu Chengfeng. It seemed that she knew everything, while he knew nothing about her.

The carriage entered the secret courtyard. Although located in a bustling city, it was secluded and quiet, thanks to extraordinary means of concealment, making it impossible for outsiders to enter.

Liu Chengfeng was secretly alarmed. They had entered a secret courtyard concealed by a grand formation, and their methods were extremely remarkable. The secret courtyard had been operating for a long time and was difficult to detect.

Shen Yunzhi welcomed Liu Chengfeng into the secret courtyard and settled him in.

"I was outside just now and it was inconvenient to say more. This place is secluded and safe. Young Master Liu, you may ask me anything. I will tell you everything I know."

Shen Yunzhi invited Liu Chengfeng to sit down and personally brewed tea for him.

Liu Chengfeng didn't understand. She was a demigod who could crush him at any time and could be completely aloof. There was no need for her to act this way.

"May I ask who you are, madam?"

Liu Chengfeng took a deep breath, his expression solemn, not daring to be disrespectful.

"You may have heard of my other name, Young Master Liu."

Liu Chengfeng listened intently.

“I was born in the royal court of the ancient Li Kingdom, and people respectfully call me ‘Empress’.”

"Emperor Gao Gong—"

Liu Chengfeng was shocked and his scalp tingled. His first reaction was to back away, but he remained seated.

Empress Gao Gong! He should have realized it sooner, otherwise why would she appear at the Royal Palace, and why would she be dressed in white mourning clothes?

This is to send off Emperor Gao Gong in mourning at his deathbed!

Emperor Gaogong and Empress Gaogong walked together in the ancient kingdom of Jinwu.

The two countries are sworn enemies, having fought each other for ten thousand years.

"I don't understand why the Emperor and Empress are doing this?"

Liu Chengfeng's mind raced with a thousand thoughts: Why did the demigod empress seek him out?

"Young Master's talent is unparalleled. He can create innate skills and is also an innate alchemist. Yunzhi admires him greatly."

Emperor Gao Gong and Empress Gao Gong spoke softly and slowly, with a frank and sincere demeanor.

A demigod, a high-ranking empress—it makes no sense.

"Your Majesty is truly powerful! The Ancient Li Royal Court has gone to such lengths just to capture me?"

Liu Chengfeng was horrified, but not smug.

The fact that Emperor Gao Gong and Empress knew him so well was somewhat frightening.

"No, this is a matter of the previous dynasty and has nothing to do with me."

"I don't know."

Liu Chengfeng shook his head. He didn't just not understand; there was so much he didn't understand.

A demigod queen approached him, gentle and humble—it was too outrageous.

"I have spoken frankly with you, my lord, and I am willing to do my utmost to help you ascend the throne."

Emperor Gao Gong and Empress Gao Gong were straightforward, frank, and sincere.

That's a wildly imaginative statement.

Liu Chengfeng found it even more outrageous. The throne of the Golden Crow Kingdom was far beyond his reach, yet the Empress of the Ancient Li Kingdom was fully supporting his ascension to the throne.

This sounds like a complete fantasy.

"What is Your Highness's purpose?"

Liu Chengfeng did not believe that a free lunch would fall into his lap.

"If you do not mind, young master, call me Yunzhi."

Empress Shen Yunzhi of the Gaogong Emperor was gentle and modest. It was unimaginable for an emperor and empress to have such a demeanor.

"Please inform Yunzhi."

Liu Chengfeng took a deep breath. This feeling was bizarre, absurd, and strange.

(End of this chapter)