Sorry, I'm a cultivator.

That look in his eyes...

They made it clear they wouldn't continue working with me, but that look in their eyes, even if it wasn't love, was very close to it.

What a hypocrite!

Olivia tapped the screen lightly, beginning to understand why Jiang Yingluo had refused to cooperate with her.

Jiang Yingluo didn't want her gaze to be mixed with self-interest.

This is completely unlike the style of the Star Queen!

To be in charge of such a large corporation and still act on impulse is truly... advantageous to oneself.

No matter how much Jiang Yingluo tries to deny it, the traces of their past collaboration will not simply disappear!

'Since you care so much, then I won't hold back...'

photo?

Emilia glanced at Olivia thoughtfully, and after a moment's thought, she said, "I'm preparing to take action against the Holy Light Church. The Skywing Clan has lost several high-ranking angels; this is an opportunity."

Hearing Emilia's voice, Olivia asked curiously, "Aurora is Li Xingzhou's man, isn't she? Aren't you afraid of him?"

“War is the norm.” Emilia’s face was cold and stern. “If we want to reclaim everything that the clan has lost as soon as possible, external war is the best way.”

Besides, why should I be afraid of him?

She scoffed, "Just a human race that thinks too highly of itself, how could it possibly stop the great trend that began with the appearance of the Heaven's Feel?"

Olivia looked at Emilia with bright eyes: "Mom, it seems you've won against him and look down on him even more now."

"Otherwise what?" Emilia sneered. "Just an arrogant brat who relies on his strength. I have a thousand ways to deal with him!"

Olivia chuckled lightly: "Alright, since you have an idea, I will naturally cooperate. The Holy Light Church is indeed a good target."

Emilia nodded slightly, and then Olivia asked, "Mom, what do you think of Jiang Yingluo's relationship with him?"

"Hmm?" Emilia crossed her right leg over her left. "What do you mean?"

Olivia rested her chin on her hand: "You know I want Li Xingzhou, so I noticed Jiang Yingluo and he have a pretty good relationship. Plus, the Star Group is rich, so..."

If they gradually erode the power around him, he'll eventually be all alone, won't he?

"More importantly, I have something on Jiang Yingluo."

Upon hearing this, Emilia smiled slightly: "That's a good idea, but for now, let's focus on the Holy Light Church. This battle is one of victory or defeat."

"can."

After hanging up the video call, Emilia pursed her red lips. So that's what her daughter was planning. Heh...

'Don't blame Mom, it was you who wanted to make improper advances towards Master...'

With her eyes closed, the names of the princes and dukes of the Yongye clan flashed through her mind.

During all those years of slumber, she must have listened to Olivia more than she, the Second Progenitor.

Since that's the case, we need to make these bastards distinguish between the king and the queen.

Alone and lonely?

You should be the daughter!

If you control your master, how can Mom still enjoy herself?

Although the idea of ​​'the daughter's slave overthrowing her' sounds appealing, Emilia prefers to live and enjoy life.

Provoking Li Xingzhou?

That's tantamount to courting death.

Emilia picked up her phone and carefully considered sending a message to Li Xingzhou.

We must save Olivia's life... She is more valuable to her master if she lives.

The same applies to oneself.

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Chapter 95 Li Xingzhou must be an adopted son

"Sir, the Kingdom of Heaven recently intends to take action against the Demon race."

The message from Hill III made Li Xingzhou understand that since his return, the Skywing Clan had lost many high-ranking angels, and they were preparing to take action against the demon race to achieve a certain degree of balance.

The Demon race is the number one enemy of the Skywing race.

"Communicate promptly."

Li Xingzhou shook hands with Hill III with a smile, while the flashes from the surrounding cameras never stopped.

In public, Hill III did not secretly take Li Xingzhou's hand, but Li Xingzhou used his spatial magic to hand her a gem and transmitted his voice, "Give this to Jiang Yingluo later and have her carry it with her at all times. Don't tell her it was from me."

Jiang Yingluo is about to return to Tianqi Island. Now that Xingchen Group is surrounded by enemies, she naturally needs to take good protective measures.

I couldn't bear to see anything happen to her.

King Hill III looked at Li Xingzhou thoughtfully. "Sir, you really do prefer older women."

I need to get closer to Jiang Yingluo.

King Hill III nodded slightly and then turned to get into his carriage.

After watching the Holy Light Church's convoy drive away, Li Xingzhou glanced at the Eternal Night Council's convoy before turning and leaving.

The message Emilia sent him made his eyes light up slightly.

He knew that Olivia was possessive of him, which was why he didn't take her down directly in the Eternal Night Realm.

It would be much more interesting if Emilia herself tore off her arrogance.

He wasn't worried about that, but he was curious about what Olivia had incriminating evidence against Jiang Yingluo.

how to say……

It's like receiving a pillow when you're sleepy.

Jiang Yingluo has a traditional personality, and they will definitely be on opposite sides in the matter of Jiang Xuetang.

Li Xingzhou would not let the opportunity to suppress this conflict pass him by.

I just don't know what this leverage will be...

Li Xingzhou pondered, what kind of leverage could he have over Jiang Yingluo?

Moreover, judging from Emilia's words, the leverage Olivia holds over Jiang Yingluo could force her to use certain methods against her...

As I pondered, I saw the doors of the Taiji Hall in the distance close once again.

The cabinet and key officials from various regions also entered.

Li Xingzhou pondered for a moment: "Should we start a war?"

"Lord Xingzhou," Tong Yan said from the side, "Emperor Tianqian is about to reward those who have made contributions."

She paused, then added, "During her years as chief of staff, local government agencies, while functioning normally, were ultimately temporary institutions."

Now that she has ascended the throne and become empress, it is natural that she must be formally named and appointed.

"And her loyal followers who have followed her for so many years also need to be formally awarded medals and commendations in order to maintain their enthusiasm."

During the analysis, Tong Yan had a smart and serious expression, and his voice sounded like that of an emotionless AI.

"Rewards and punishments should be clearly defined. Those who have served the emperor should never overlook the ambitions of their subordinates to make contributions."

Li Xingzhou found it interesting and asked, "So what do you think the outcome of this reward ceremony will be?"

"Based on the calculations, the list of those to be granted titles is most likely..."

As he listened to each name, Li Xingzhou suddenly reached out and stroked Tong Yan's head: "How do you know so much about these people's deeds? Is it official history or unofficial history?"

“If a person doesn’t think for themselves, they’ll enjoy unofficial history just the way it is.” Tong Yan blinked. “I’m just summarizing; I don’t participate in debates.”

Li Xingzhou smiled, then asked, "What about me? Will I be granted an official title?"

"There is a 95% chance of being granted a royal title."

"for example?"

"According to mainstream opinion, any noble title other than those from Qin, Jin, Wei, Qi, and Chu would be considered a noble title befitting your status."

"Then tell me, should I go to the scene?" Li Xingzhou continued to probe.

Tong Yan tilted her head and looked at him: "Go."

Li Xingzhou smiled and said nothing more.

He certainly wouldn't go to the Taiji Hall to receive the title, because he knew in his heart that Jiang Wanzhao would never grant him such a prestigious royal title.

Because doing so would conflict with her previous psychiatric evaluation report.

Therefore, Jiang Wanzhao would absolutely not grant him the title of king.

It's even less likely that a king of a different surname would be chosen, because most people wouldn't know what achievements he had made, which would cause dissatisfaction.

Jiang Wanzhao's frequent act of throwing the Jiang family out to take the blame was to establish an image of being incorruptible and impartial, and at the beginning of the founding of the nation, she could not abandon this persona.

"go home."

Li Xingzhou stretched and said, "We're getting ready to go to Tianqi Island."

……

That night, at the Jiang family home.

"Father, we have worked hard all these years, even if we haven't made any great contributions, but she hasn't given us a single token of appreciation! If not a duke, at least a marquis? Instead, she only gave you the title of Earl of Respect!"

"Jiang Mu passed on a lot of important intelligence to our family while serving as the Deputy Commander of the Divine Martial Guard. He was even given the rank of First-Class General. I don't believe she doesn't know what Jiang Mu has done!"

Jiang Linfeng, the head of the Jiang family, sat at the head of the table, listening calmly to his youngest son's complaints, and then...

He slapped her across the face from a distance.

Jiang Xin's voice stopped abruptly, and the atmosphere at the dining table fell silent.

Jiang Linfeng slowly lowered his right hand: "Throw him out, cut off his tongue, and chop off his hands."