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Leibicheng was momentarily taken aback, then looked at the young man with great interest, nodding and taking half a step back: "Well, you truly are someone worthy of being by the side of the Grand Princess. Your words are impeccable. However, you are not an inconsequential person; among all the people I have encountered, you are the only one who has been able to withstand my gaze for so long without flinching, truly one of a kind!"

When I revealed my entire plan to the Grand Princess, this question was naturally answered. When this war finally comes to an end, regardless of whether it is Ying Wuyi or Bai Yi, neither will be able to shake the Grand Princess's position. The Grand Princess will no longer need to rely on anyone for protection. As for the deity I believe in, He does not favor the Grand Princess, nor does He favor Ying Wuyi. The Grand Princess was chosen by Him, but it is precisely her current status and goals that He requires. Therefore, He sent me to bestow upon the Grand Princess His immense power.

I was born blind, and these eyes are useless, never having seen the light. However, my ears have become sharp as a result, and just now I was responding to Mr. Lei using my hearing. I have also heard that Mr. Lei possesses divine skills, and that his gaze can be as imposing as a deity's. Unfortunately, all of this is of no use to me, a blind person

Please." Ning Qing made a gesture

The Sovereignty of God? The Princess was taken aback

No one is allowed to set foot on the land of the imperial capital! As for Bai Yi's request to meet with the emperor, I believe the memorial is already on its way.

The sound of hooves approached from afar, accompanied by the heavy thud of iron boots. The old man, Lei Bicheng, wrapped in a black cloak, gently pulled on the reins in front of the bridge, causing the seemingly iron-forged steed to come to a silent halt before the young man. Its enormous eyes, devoid of whites, fixed intently on the young man, who was also observing him. If it were anyone else, standing before such a magnificent black steed and three giant black-clad attendants, they would inevitably feel a sense of panic and unease. However, the young man remained unfazed, standing with his hands clasped and bowing slightly, a hint of a smile at the corner of his mouth. His smile was calm and kind, evoking an involuntary sense of closeness, yet upon closer inspection, it appeared somewhat wooden, as if that smile were etched at the corner of his lips, rarely changing.

The eyes of Lei Bicheng suddenly shone like torches, as if they could penetrate everything. Even through the veil, one could still see the Princess Consort's body tremble, as if she were startled by these words

Leibicheng let out a deep sigh, gently stroking her knees: "Princess Chang, since we are already sitting here, why not be more candid? It would be beneficial for both of us."

He finished picking, and the wind began to turn slightly cool, sweeping over the surface of the pond in gusts. The autumn atmosphere was rich and pervasive, and the intense sunlight had vanished without a trace at some unknown time. Petals fell in the wind, then soared again, landing back on the water's surface, gently spinning, sinking to the bottom, resembling a grand snowfall

At this moment, Lei Bicheng seemed to have transformed into a different person; he exuded an imposing presence without anger, and his entire being appeared to radiate boundless strength in all directions. He strode like a tiger, extending his arms and tilting his head towards the sky. His breath was deep and resonant, while his snow-white hair was tossed about wildly by the wind.

No! The city of Leibi suddenly rises, "It is not the hearts of men! It is the dominion of God! The dominion of God is the fundamental principle that allows this world to function"

"Eleven years, eleven years ago, when the princess had just become a princess, we met in the imperial capital." Lei Bicheng also smiled slightly

Blind? Lei Bicheng looked at the other party's clear eyes with suspicion, only to feel that those eyes also carried a hint of gentle smile, naturally evoking a sense of fondness for this young man. He stared for a long time, until he vaguely sensed that Bai Li Ningqing's gaze indeed appeared empty and unfocused, as if it were always fixed on the void in the distance, and only then did he begin to believe it.

The princess felt that the water pavilion was about to collapse; she was like a child, at a loss in the face of nature's great power. With one hand holding her head and the other embracing Ning Qing's waist, she shouted at the top of her lungs. However, her voice was completely swallowed by the sound of the rain and the wind

Leibicheng pondered for a moment: "What Mr. Baili Changqing said is the principle that prosperity must decline, isn't it?"

Mr. Baili Changqing was an extraordinary talent, a high-ranking official of the royal court, yet it was an unimaginable event that he was wrongfully accused by a petty person and sentenced to death. What was even more unexpected was that Mr. Baili Changqing's only son ultimately served the very Bai family that had caused his father's demise. As Lei Bicheng spoke these words, he took a step forward, coldly gazing at the young man, his eyes harboring an aggressive aura, as if he sought to extract something from Baili Ningqing's gaze.

The princess pondered for a moment: "The world's greatest general, with an elite force of 40,000 from the six states, such a troop cannot be stopped in the Eastern Land; even the current Ying Wuyi would not be able to withstand another battle with him. Although, Bai Yi would also be unable to prevent his return to the homeland"

Lei Bicheng sat still, his expression calm: "The princess's words imply that Lei Bicheng is a person who does not know when to advance or retreat, who fails to stay when he should, yet returns when he should not, or perhaps he is a fickle and unreliable individual"

The young man bowed politely and said: "Indeed. My surname is Baili, and I have a nickname, Ningqing, which the princess and those around her also use to address me. If Mr. Lei does not mind, you may call me Ningqing."

The lightning cleaved through the overcast sky, and the thunder sounded as if it were striking a colossal iron pot, which was inverted over the world. In the places where it was cleaved by the lightning, there briefly appeared a divine light a thousand times more dazzling than the sun.

Leibicheng also knelt down and bowed to her, as a servant would before a master

Forty thousand, originally the Feather Forest Heavenly Army consisted of thirty thousand cavalry to guard the imperial capital. Ying Wuyi arbitrarily reduced it to twenty thousand and moved the main camp of the Feather Forest Heavenly Army to Cheng'en Town, seventy miles outside the city. Therefore, I persuaded the emperor to use the funds from the royal treasury to support a group of aristocratic youths as the Jinwu Guard. Over the years, the number of this Jinwu Guard has increased year by year, and now there are approximately twenty thousand. I believe that Mr. Bicheng's lord has also noticed these matters, but he did not force the emperor to disband the troops, as I think the threat of the Jinwu Guard is not in his eyes. These aristocratic youths, having been pampered and raised in comfort, although they also hate the traitors and rebels, if placed on the battlefield, perhaps three thousand Red Troops could annihilate them entirely. The princess said with resentment, "Sometimes I feel frustrated, and I also think we have fallen into the design of the Duke of Li, wasting a large amount of treasury funds, yet only obtaining a military force that is merely superficial." "Sometimes I feel frustrated, and I also think we have fallen into the design of the Duke of Li, wasting a large amount of treasury funds, yet only obtaining a military force that is merely superficial."

The princess covered her mouth and chuckled softly, "To us ordinary people, someone like Mr. Bi Cheng is no different from a deity. Who would dare to say 'drive'? However, ordinary people also have their own perspectives." She shifted her tone, revealing her sharpness once more, "May I ask, Mr. Bi Cheng, why does the deity you serve choose a rebel like Ying Wuyi, and why has it chosen us, the Bai family, again?"

At this moment, Lei Bicheng stood with a smile, plucking a lotus flower from beside him and holding it gently in his palm

Ancient melodies resound in the mountains

The lotus flowers on the pond have fallen, leaving only the black branches entangled on the water's surface, while the autumn wind howls across the lake. A long walkway is constructed with naturally sourced wooden planks, leading to a distant water pavilion. A young man in a blue robe stands alone at the end of the walkway, his hands clasped in his sleeves, slightly bowing, quietly waiting.

Leibicheng ascended the steps and entered the ancient and elegant square water pavilion. This exquisite yet unpretentious structure is situated on a natural boulder in the center of the water, entirely constructed from unpainted square timber, with not a single iron nail in sight, resembling a giant building made of blocks. It is of considerable antiquity, and the dark-hued wood still displays ancient and splendid patterns. The water pavilion is open on all sides, allowing the wind to pass through, gently stirring the golden gauze curtain hanging in the center. It is of considerable antiquity, and the dark-hued wood still displays ancient and splendid patterns. The water pavilion is open on all sides, allowing the wind to pass through, gently stirring the golden gauze curtain hanging in the center

Ning Qing stepped forward and bent down, accurately picking up the white lotus that had fallen to the ground. He gently rubbed his face against the petals of the white lotus, as if a child were snuggling against their parents' chest: "Mr. Lei's miracle, even a blind person like me can feel it. Just now, when the wind began to rise, I suddenly felt as if I heard my father speaking to me again. The air is filled with the scent of my childhood. " Just now, when the wind began to rise, I suddenly felt as if I heard my father speaking to me again. The air is filled with the scent of my childhood.

Leibicheng let out a cold smile: "So if Bai Yi has the intention to pressure the capital and take the emperor hostage, he would be the second Ying Wuyi, wouldn't he"

It is exactly as I estimated. " Lei Bicheng nodded slightly, " However, an army that merely has the appearance may still be capable of fighting.

The princess was not angered by the rudeness of the question; instead, she pondered for a moment before cautiously responding: "Because no one is willing to let others control their fate. We, the Bai family, are unwilling, Emperor Qiangwei is unwilling, Emperor Fengyan is unwilling, and as their descendant, although I am a woman, I cannot resign myself to being manipulated."

Lei Bicheng strode out and stepped onto the bridge. He was exposed to the sky, his black robe billowing, as if he could ascend into the air at any moment. It was unclear when the sky had become overcast; it was supposed to be noon, and even on a cloudy day, there should have been ample light. Yet at this moment, the surroundings were as dark as night. The howling wind seemed to carry the wrath of spirits, stirring up sand and stones across the land. The Princess rushed out from behind the veil in terror, grabbing Ning Qing's hand, her eyes wide open, but she could only see Lei Bicheng as a solitary black shadow standing on the undulating bridge.

I made it very clear eleven years ago that we are merely those who kneel at the feet of God and act according to His will. If I am a messenger, I am only a messenger of God. If God has chosen Ying Wuyi, I will pledge my loyalty to the departing country; if God has chosen the Princess, I can also be the hunting dog before the Princess, subject to her commands. " Lei Bicheng slightly bowed in greeting while seated on the bamboo couch

A gust of wind swept in, as if the chilling air from the battlefield had suddenly arrived here, so cold that it made one shiver involuntarily. The gauze curtain fluttered, and the black robe of Lei Bicheng billowed in the wind, outlining his emaciated figure. He held onto the armrests of the bamboo couch with his hands concealed in his sleeves, sitting upright and imposing. Suddenly, a hand emerged from behind the gauze curtain, lifting it aside, revealing the long princess's face, still strikingly beautiful despite her old age. She stared intently at Lei Bicheng with her clearly defined black and white eyes, remaining silent for a long time.

Then, Princess, what is the greatest power in the world

Bai Yi

What if he is not allowed to set foot in the capital city?

On the thirtieth day of the eighth month in the third year of the reign of Emperor Yincheng, in the imperial capital, Tianqi City

No, it will only accelerate death. Lei Bicheng smiled faintly, the smile inscrutable.

"Is this Mr. Lei Bicheng? I have been waiting here for an entire morning on the orders of Princess Chang. " The young man inquired in a clear and gentle voice

Flowers bloom but no one gathers them

My parents were supposed to be two people who relied on each other, growing old together in that water pavilion. Unfortunately, my mother passed away too early, and my father had no choice but to enter the world. Mr. Lei was right; he was indeed a lonely person, comparing himself to a lotus flower, devoid of desires and demands. Ning Qing sighed softly, "I still remember my father comforting me, telling me not to mind being blind. He said, 'Lotus roots have no eyes, yet the purest and most pristine flowers in the world bloom from the lotus roots. You cannot see, but you need not be constrained by what others see; just write what is in your heart.' I still remember my father comforting me, telling me not to mind being blind. He said, 'Lotus roots have no eyes, yet the purest and most pristine flowers in the world bloom from the lotus roots. You cannot see, but you need not be constrained by what others see; just write what is in your heart. Those with eyes, at the beginning of their writing, ultimately still depict what they see, while the most beautiful things in the world reside in the human heart. Do you understand?' To this day, these words remain in my heart, every word intact.

The dominion of the divine is omnipresent, from the creation of heaven and earth, to the growth of all things, to the gathering and dispersal of souls. It is an irresistible rule, an inescapable confinement, a hand that looms over the world, turning the wheel of time. The voice of Lei Bicheng comes from all directions, rumbling with echoes, deafening. Those who submit to it receive the blessings it bestows, while those who fantasize about breaking free are forced to submit. It is an irresistible rule, an inescapable confinement, a hand that looms over the world, turning the wheel of time. The voice of Lei Bicheng comes from all directions, rumbling with echoes, deafening. Those who submit to it receive the blessings it bestows, while those who fantasize about breaking free are forced to submit. No space, no moment in time can escape the grasp of this rule; it exists in places we can never see, more solid than steel, heavier than rock!

This time, the princess pondered for a long while, as if she had suddenly come to a realization, and exclaimed: "It is the hearts of the people! He who wins the hearts of the people will have the world at his command"

"Then how can one avoid being manipulated?" Lei Bicheng persistently inquired.

The princess held the lotus flower dazedly, using all her strength to squeeze the stem out of the water. It was a true lotus flower, one that grew here. This was her cool palace, and she was familiar with the flowers that bloomed here; they could not be faked. And as everything withered in the deep autumn, a great power that she had never truly experienced allowed her to see the swift passage of time and the cycle of life and death in creation

Leibicheng raised his eyebrows slightly, coldly looking at him without saying a word

She trembled as she raised the lotus high above her head, bowing respectfully towards Lei Bicheng.

Oh? asked Leicheng

The princess looked at him, her gaze filled with confusion

Leibicheng remained silent for a long time: "Mr. Baili Changqing is truly unparalleled."

How to force?

At that time, Ying Wuyi was not yet the fearsome lion, and our Bai family's territory was as solid as an iron barrel. I respected Mr. Bicheng's intelligence and his profound understanding of divine will, and I wished to invite him to stay and serve the royal family. However, Mr. Bicheng said that divine will had chosen another person, so even though I knelt and pleaded, he refused to stay and insisted on pledging loyalty to that person. Later, I learned that this person was named Ying Wuyi, who became the greatest enemy of our Bai family. The voice of the princess turned cold as she continued, "And today, Ying Wuyi has already shaken the Eastern Land, encompassing four provinces and sixteen nations. Even Bai Yi cannot stop him at Shangyang Pass, and Mr. Bicheng has achieved his wish. Yet, as the esteemed national master of the Li Kingdom, Mr. Bicheng has returned to seek me out, which leaves me quite astonished.

"Knowledge should be shared without reservation." The Princess extended a slender, fair hand from behind the gauze curtain and beckoned to Ning Qing, saying, "Since this is a lengthy conversation, it is inevitable that one may feel thirsty. Please serve tea to Mr. Bi Cheng."

"No need," Lei Bicheng waved his hand to stop Ning Qing from approaching the tea set displayed in a corner of the water pavilion, "I haven't touched food or water for twenty years."

The princess remained silent for a long time, then let out a long sigh: "Mr. Bi Cheng, do you really have such confidence?"

In the faint scent of water incense, Lei Bicheng discerned a figure in the gauzy curtain, dressed in a long robe with wide sleeves, sitting quietly.

Hearing this, Ning Qing suddenly covered her mouth and chuckled lightly

She sighed softly, saying: "In fact, long before the invasion of the imperial capital by the Li Kingdom, our Bai family had already lost control over the Eastern Continent. During the reign of Emperor Fengyan, the feudal lords still held a sense of reverence for the royal family, but the current emperor is increasingly inept. As a daughter of the royal family, I feel anxious yet powerless. Ying Wuyi has merely exposed the royal family's weaknesses to the world. Now that Ying Wuyi has just departed, Bai Yi, leading the coalition of feudal lords, has seized control of the gates to the imperial capital. If Bai Yi harbors any treasonous intentions, it would be too late to defend ourselves. The dangers in this situation have already been discussed among the emperor and his close ministers, yet no solutions have been devised. We can only hope for the protection of our ancestors' spirits; perhaps our Bai family should not meet its end here."

Indeed. When I was young, I often rowed on the lake with my father. My mother passed away early, and my father, in order to express his sorrow, frequently made paper boats to serve as river lanterns. Sometimes, he would spend the entire night on the boat, with dozens of lanterns floating on the water

The song faded away, and everything seemed to dissolve like a dream. The surface of the water remained calm, with the lotus branches of late autumn stretching across it. An old man in a black robe stood on the stepping bridge, holding a white lotus flower still adorned with dew in his palm. The princess stared blankly at all of this, feeling as if many of the beliefs she had held for a long time were instantly shattered, leaving the entire world empty and everything illusory

I sensed Mr. Lei's hostility," Ning Qing withdrew her hand, still smiling gently, "However, my smile is not one of mockery, but rather at the fact that such an extraordinary person as Mr. Lei was inadvertently deceived by me.

Soon, the second war will begin. No! This war is far from over

Such a talented individual is unfortunately born blind, which is truly regrettable. When the Bai family was destroyed, the princess must have protected the young master because she recognized his talent. Well, it is fortunate to meet, " Lei Bicheng said to this young man with a bit more courtesy, " Please lead the way.

"Which tiger... will die?" The voice of the princess trembled with uncontrollable excitement.

This faint smile, as if cold ice meets fire, caused the previously chilling tone to completely melt away in the sweet and charming laughter

However, Lei Bicheng changed the subject, "If the fierce tigers have already fallen into an unstoppable battle, the lean wolf lurking nearby may easily kill the victorious tiger. This tiger is already severely injured, and the other tigers have perished in its jaws. This is akin to the Grand Princess setting up a grand scheme, provoking a decisive battle between Ying Wuyi and the allied lords, hoping to profit from it. How about using this tactic once more?"

Bai Yi, Xi Yan, Gang Wu Wei, Fei An, Cheng Kui, and Gu Yue Yi. The renowned generals of the feudal lords will be buried along with their great armies! The Shangyang Pass will turn into a prison before them; they will step inside but will not be able to come out. That is the land I have prepared for them, a place of no return. " Lei Bi Cheng slightly squinted, raised his head, and his gaze flew beyond the gauze curtain, as if he could see the end of that battle at the edge of the world, the heads of the generals hanging from the withered old trees, surrounded by nothing but corpses.

Both individuals remained silent. After a moment, the princess chuckled again, as if the spring breeze had melted the frost, bringing warmth akin to the songs of birds and the fragrance of flowers: "Mr. Bicheng is right; my little affectations are merely a woman's subtle thoughts, yet they cannot escape the keen eyes of Mr. Bicheng."

Bai Li Ningqing, however, slightly retreated in response to Lei Bicheng's advance, resembling a willow branch that effortlessly diffused Lei Bicheng's aggressive momentum. He still wore a smile: "Mr. Lei, by saying this, you are probably blaming me, this useless descendant who has failed to fulfill filial piety and has betrayed my family, right? However, I am a person of little significance. Growing up under my father's protection, I could not survive without that shelter. Thanks to the care of the Grand Princess, I am able to live, akin to preserving the only intact egg amidst a great calamity that has destroyed the nest. This is a tremendous grace, and Ningqing must repay it in this lifetime. Moreover, if my father were still alive in this world, he would surely wish to see me live well rather than seek revenge for his blood feud, wouldn't he?"

It turns out that the one who first planted the lotus flowers in this pond was the mother of Young Master Ningqing

This footbridge stretches for half a mile, and as one walks to the center of the bridge, it feels as if one is treading upon the surface of the water. Beneath one's feet, only a narrow wooden bridge sways gently, and looking around, there is nothing but a vast expanse of tranquil water, with ripples forming delicately when the wind blows. Lei Bicheng paused for a moment, gazing into the distance, and let out a soft, prolonged sigh: "It is truly a rare and beautiful sight. Yet, such profound tranquility feels excessively deep, rendering it lonely."

The wind shifted as his words fell, transforming into a tornado. On the surface of dozens of acres of water, the fierce wind carried dozens of water dragons into the sky. The silver water dragons reflected an unknown light in the pitch darkness, and the princess could clearly see countless remnants of lotus flowers entwined within the water dragons.

"Strength," replied the princess, "must possess its own power, just like an army, just like wealth"

At last, the princess could no longer resist the divine majesty reflected in Lei Bicheng's eyes. Breathing heavily, she leaned back and closed the veil again: "Mr. Bicheng's gaze is still as awe-inspiring and formidable as it was eleven years ago. But why should I believe you? If I were to rely solely on these words, it would indeed make me seem rather ridiculous."

"How many troops does the royal family still have at their disposal?" asked Lei Bicheng

Dare I ask, Princess, in the time of the royal family's decline, as a woman, why do you choose to stand up bearing the aspirations of your ancestors?

Leibicheng seemed utterly exhausted from displaying such miracles, as he collapsed to the ground, breathing heavily: "Although the power of God is omnipresent and omnipotent, it has one flaw that even we who believe in and follow Him cannot deny. The power of God cannot change the human heart"

The torrential rain, which was swiftly drawn away by the tornado moments ago, returned to the earth at the same speed. There were no so-called raindrops; when the rain fell, it was as if thick columns of water, as wide as fingers, plunged straight down, striking the walkway with a crackling sound. The shadow of Lei Bi City still stood there, arms wide open, allowing the rainwater to batter its body.

Such speculation is rather arrogant! The tone of the Princess changed again, coldly laced with anger. "Mr. Bicheng is the national teacher of the Li Kingdom, a person whom Ying Wuyi greatly relies on. Now, not only has he suddenly visited, but he also attempts to persuade me with such baseless claims. Does he not think this raises suspicions of sowing discord between the royal family and loyal subjects? The Mr. Bicheng I know should not be a boastful speaker or a petty person who misleads the public with deceptive words"

He sat upright in his black robe and said: "The first question I want to know is, when Bai Yi has already taken down Shangyang Pass and occupied the gateway to the imperial capital, why does the Bai royal family watch this happen with pleasure, completely unconcerned about the dangers involved?"

"Use it... once more?" she hesitated.

The princess could hardly believe her eyes as she watched the tender green lotus leaves rising from beneath the water's surface, not just in one place, but simultaneously in hundreds, thousands, and tens of thousands. The lotus leaves unfurled, standing gracefully like a young girl on her toes, and then spread out like a disc, instantly filling the pond with lush greenery. Frogs leaped into the water, creating rippling waves. Amidst the ripples, white lotus buds gradually emerged from the water, with droplets still clinging to the buds, even as the lotus flowers had already bloomed. Thousands upon thousands of flowers danced in the breeze, swaying like the sleeves of a noblewoman. Amidst the ripples, white lotus buds gradually emerged from the water, with droplets still clinging to the buds, even as the lotus flowers had already bloomed. Thousands upon thousands of flowers danced in the breeze, swaying like the sleeves of a noblewoman.

Leibicheng once again entered the Water Pavilion, respectfully presenting the white lotus to the Grand Princess: "This is the power of the divine, the cycles of life and death, glory and decline, gain and loss, all can be governed. I am merely a messenger of His; His power, when compared to mine, is like the ocean to a drop of water. And He has bestowed this great authority upon the Grand Princess."

The princess has been waiting in the water pavilion for half a day. Mr. Lei has come from Shangyang Pass, and it has only been two days since General Bai Yi recaptured Shangyang Pass; Mr. Lei's horse is indeed swift. Ning Qing turned and walked away. He could not see anything, but this footbridge was a place he had walked every day since childhood, so he did not make the slightest mistake in direction. Lei Bicheng did not bring any attendants and followed in his footsteps. He could not see anything, but this footbridge was a place he had walked every day since childhood, so he did not make the slightest mistake in direction. Lei Bicheng did not bring any attendants and followed in his footsteps

The branches that crisscross the surface of the pond have lost their green hue, becoming dark and unsightly, entwined upon the water's surface. In the distant place, someone plays the harp and sings, simple yet desolate

A servant approached and knelt beneath the saddle, as Lei Bicheng dismounted from his back: "Are you the envoy of the Princess? If I am not mistaken, you must be Young Master Ningqing, correct?"

A woman's soft laughter came from behind the veil: "Mr. Bicheng, how long has it been since we last met?"

"If this is the case, then it is a turning point granted to us by heaven," she finally spoke, slowly and clearly, her tone devoid of any fluctuations. "Is this the divine will bestowed upon us by Mr. Bicheng? What exactly is the will of the divine regarding Mr. Bicheng? Does He wish for Ying Wuyi to conquer the world, or for our Bai family to have a long-lasting legacy? Compared to the potential danger posed by Bai Yi, the relationship between our Bai family and Ying Wuyi is one of life and death, and we cannot coexist! If Mr. Bicheng hopes for me to assist Ying Wuyi in killing Bai Yi, then once Bai Yi is dead, who will ensure our safety?" Compared to the potential danger posed by Bai Yi, the relationship between our Bai family and Ying Wuyi is one of life and death, and we cannot coexist! If Mr. Bicheng hopes for me to assist Ying Wuyi in killing Bai Yi, then once Bai Yi is dead, who will ensure our safety?

"Why?" The soul of the Long Princess seems to have been drawn away. She shook her head, "People like you would choose us? You possess unparalleled power, you can accomplish anything."

He nodded slightly, appearing at ease, as he lifted his black cloak and sat calmly on a legless bamboo couch opposite the gauze curtain, maintaining a dignified gaze with the person within the curtain not far away. His tranquility exuded an irresistible authority, and neither of them spoke. Ning Qing approached Lei Bi Cheng, her hands concealed within her sleeves, standing silently in attendance.

Baili?" Lei Bicheng was slightly surprised, "Then how should I address you and Mr. Baili Changqing?"

I have a dry wood zither

In fact, I have not fully comprehended it to this day," Ning Qing said softly, "but perhaps it is because I think of my mother that I feel everything left by her, including this pond of lotus flowers, carries the thoughts of the deceased

The princess fell silent for a moment, then chuckled lightly: "Well, Mr. Bi Cheng is indeed not someone driven by fame and fortune. What I say may be uncomfortable for others to hear, but it will not be so for Mr. Bi Cheng. Since I have been waiting here for Mr. Bi Cheng today, I must see him. Naturally, I will not hold a grudge for the fact that we were unable to become friends back then. I believe that Mr. Bi Cheng is no different from how he was eleven years ago, but I must clearly understand the purpose of Mr. Bi Cheng's visit this time. It cannot possibly be as an envoy of Ying Wuyi, can it?"

Lei Bicheng looked around, the water surface was expansive, and willows were planted all along the riverbank, stretching endlessly: "This mansion was originally the property of the Baili family, the ancestral home of the Baili clan. After Mr. Baili Changqing was imprisoned on charges of abusing power and interfering in politics, his family assets were confiscated, and this mansion was then granted to Her Highness the Grand Princess as a summer retreat, wasn't it"

The princess and Lei Bicheng locked eyes, neither willing to shift their gaze even slightly, not even blinking, as if they were trying to concentrate all their strength into this single stare to overpower the other. Their bodies were tense, resembling leopards poised to pounce on their prey, with invisible fangs bared.

"You are just like the Gurenor! Yes, you are the same as the Gurenor!" She recalled this name, suddenly raising her head, her eyes wide open, her disheveled black hair falling around her. "You are the messengers of the gods, whether bringing destruction or blessings, no one can refuse you."

Bai Yi

"Danger?" asked the Princess.

"He is Ning Qing's father." Ning Qing still smiled.

"War?" The voice of the princess was laced with doubt, "Who are we fighting against?"

The fierce tigers have already engaged in a battle, and now they are both injured. However, a clear victor has yet to emerge between them. If the Princess continues to press them for another fight, one of them is bound to perish. Even if one remains, it will not be sufficient to contend with the Princess's forces in the imperial capital. " Lei Bicheng said in a faint voice, ethereal and profound. One of them is bound to perish. Even if one remains, it will not be sufficient to contend with the Princess's forces in the imperial capital. " Lei Bicheng said in a faint voice, ethereal and profound.

This is too complicated. The Grand Princess does not adhere to our doctrine, and I cannot explain it to her. However, I do have a few questions that I would like to ask the Grand Princess in return.

This is what my father liked. Here, lotus flowers are widely cultivated, but unfortunately, they have all withered now. When my father was alive, during the peak blooming season, he would sit alone in the water pavilion, marveling and lamenting all day long. The poems he wrote about the lotus pond could fill a thick volume. He referred to the blooming white lotus as 'Thousand Garments of Snow,' praising its 'cold elegance and sorrow.' At that time, several of his poet friends remarked that the lotus flowers were grand and lush in form, not embodying a sorrowful sentiment. My father explained that when the white lotus is in full bloom, it is also the transition from summer to autumn; the flowers are at their most magnificent, yet they sway in the wind, on the verge of falling. He called the blooming white lotus 'Thousand Garments of Snow,' praising its 'cold elegance and sorrow.' At that time, several of his poet friends remarked that the lotus flowers were grand and lush in form, not embodying a sorrowful sentiment. My father explained that when the white lotus is in full bloom, it is also the transition from summer to autumn; the flowers are at their most magnificent, yet they sway in the wind, on the verge of falling. Thus, despite its splendor, it resembles a lady draped in a light veil, with snow covering the veil. This kind of splendor is so exquisite that it evokes a sense of coldness." Ning Qing said

The princess hesitated for a moment and shook her head: "Given the current scale and training, not to mention competing with the elite forces of Li Country, even the lesser states among the vassals such as Xia Tang, Chu Wei, Jin Bei, and Chun Country could easily defeat us."

"Can one achieve immortality by not consuming food and water?" asked the princess.

Scattered for a thousand years

Although this statement may not be pleasant to hear, it must be acknowledged as the truth. The voice of the princess ultimately revealed a sense of frustration.

The princess believed that twenty thousand Feathered Forest Heavenly Army and twenty thousand Golden Crow Guards, who were merely a facade, could fight against anyone

Leibicheng looked up at the calm and composed young man, suddenly feeling a strong sense of alertness. He recalled that throughout the entire process just now, the young man had been standing quietly there, embraced by Princess Chang, without moving, his face adorned with a serene and elegant smile

The rain fell rapidly and ceased just as quickly. A gap opened in the dark clouds above, and beams of light poured down from that opening. From that point, the clouds began to collapse piece by piece. A fierce wind swept from the center of the sky in all directions, clearing away the fragments of the clouds, and in the blink of an eye, the scorching sun blazed down.

Not bad. To speak frankly, "Leibicheng said, 'The Princess can persuade the Emperor to mobilize the royal army, but this army, compared to the forces of the feudal lords, is like a thin wolf among a pack of fierce tigers. If it were to suddenly charge into the battlefield where the tigers are fighting, it might be torn apart immediately.'"

Since the founding of the Rose Emperor's dynasty, Shangyang Pass has served as the gateway to the imperial capital and a stronghold guarded by the Feathered Heavenly Army. The first lord to occupy it was Ying Wuyi, followed by Bai Yi. At this moment, there is a coalition army of six states within Shangyang Pass. If we calculate, Bai Yi suffered over 20,000 casualties in the breakout battle, yet he still commands more than 40,000 elite troops. My second question is, in today's Eastern Continent, who can stand against General Bai Yi, the Marquis of Wuyang, who leads these 40,000 elite soldiers?

In Donglu, no one dares to claim they have the confidence to kill people like Bai Yi and Xi Yan. All I can do is give it a try, depending solely on whether the Princess Chang is willing to join me in this attempt. " Lei Bicheng said with a faint smile, "And I, since I am the one who instigated this war, will remain here as a hostage until the war concludes. If Princess Chang feels it is necessary, she can take my head at any time.