In the dimly lit secret room, the walls were inlaid with many gem lamps, emitting colorful brilliance.
There is a magic circle in the middle of the secret room, and Yunyao, wearing a long white dress, is sitting in the magic circle.
She had long hair shawl and sat calmly with a calm face. She was covered with a faint layer of colorful aura, making her look even more beautiful.
Seeing Ji Tianxing enter the secret room, her calm and indifferent eyes became much softer.
"Tian Xing, you're here."
Ji Tianxing showed a smile, nodded, walked to her and sat across from her.
"Yao Yao, I was just going to find you after the ceremony, but I didn't expect you had already made arrangements."
As he spoke, he took out the wind and fire wings from the space ring and gave them back to Yun Yao.
Yunyao took the jade hairpin, held up her shawl-length hair with both hands, made a bun, and inserted the jade hairpin into the bun.
"Before the emperor chooses his concubine, it is inconvenient for you and me to meet, so as not to attract criticism and cause unnecessary trouble for you.
Now that the emperor has chosen his concubine, you and I are no longer bound by this."
Yun Yao stared at Ji Tianxing and spoke calmly, with a slight smile on her lips.
Ji Tianxing had the same feelings and thoughts as her, and nodded in agreement.
Now that the emperor has chosen his concubine, there is no longer any obstacle between him and Yun Yao, and the remaining worry in his heart has disappeared.
After a moment of silence, he said with some emotion: "Long Yunxiao is indeed a gentleman, and he does what he says.
But he didn't expect that he could endure his grief and choose An Suwan as his concubine.
I’m afraid no one expected this result.”
Yunyao nodded and said in a calm tone: "An Suwan was born in a demon-refining family. Although the An family lives in the south, it is also a famous family and has been passed down for hundreds of years.
With An Suwan's life experience and talents, she is worthy of Long Yunxiao, and the two of them are considered a perfect match.
I only hope that Long Yunxiao can let go of the past as soon as possible and accept An Suwan honestly... Only in this way will he not be depressed and affect the situation in the Imperial Court."
"Yes." Ji Tianxing nodded and said in a solemn tone: "Okay, let's not talk about this anymore, let the past go by.
Yaoyao, after you left, the Imperial Master announced another news, the Imperial Court will select a Territory Lord for the Tianchen Territory..."
He told Yun Yao everything about the selection of the Territory Lord.
Yunyao immediately frowned and said solemnly: "This matter is of great importance. No matter who becomes the Lord of Tianchen Territory, it will affect the power structure of our clan.
Among our clan, Di Ting is the leader and has the highest status.
In terms of power and status, under the Imperial Court are the three great Eternal Families, followed by the Four Directions Divine Generals and the Eight Territory Lords.
Then there are the city lords of the cities in Zhongzhou and the leaders of the first-rate forces."
Ji Tianxing listened silently and gained a clearer understanding of the human race's strength pattern.
Yunyao continued: "The position of Lord of Tianchen Territory is very noble and extremely important.
Not only the princes of the emperors will fight for it, but the princes of the imperial court, as well as the young and powerful men from major aristocratic families and forces, will definitely participate in the fight.
The emperors of the two great families, Murong and Duanmu, would not miss this opportunity.
Once they win the position of Tianchen Territory Lord, their power will increase dramatically."
Ji Tianxing nodded and said: "Yes, many emperors are determined to win the position of Lord of Tianchen Territory.
However, the Imperial Court will screen those who sign up to participate in the competition, and the list will be announced one month later.
I come from Tianchen Territory, where I have my family, my hometown, and our sect.
Even if the chance is slim, I will try my best."
Yunyao frowned and considered for a moment, nodded in agreement and said: "Tianxing, I support you in your fight for the position of Territory Lord.
If you can become the Lord of Tianchen Territory, you will not only be able to better protect your family and hometown, but also protect our sect.
The Qingtian Sect is now in dire straits, and it will take many years to gradually regain its strength.
If someone else becomes the Lord of Tianchen Territory, the sect will definitely be suppressed and excluded, and it may be difficult to recover."
"I understand." Ji Tianxing nodded again and said solemnly: "So, I will do my best."
After a pause, he continued: "Yao Yao, if possible, I would like to ask you to help me investigate Ling Yichun's identity."
"That's no problem. I'll tell Yun Luo later." Yun Yao agreed without hesitation, and then asked, "Tian Xing, why do you suddenly want to investigate him?"
Ji Tianxing explained: "When I came to the Imperial Court, Ling Yichun took the initiative to accompany me.
Halfway through, we were attacked by two mysterious assassins.
Although I killed one assassin, Ling Yiyan fought off another.
But I haven’t figured out yet who sent those two assassins.”
Yunyao raised her eyebrows and asked in a solemn tone: "Tianxing, do you doubt Ling Yichun?"
Ji Tianxing thought for a moment, shook his head and said: "I don't think he is someone who wants to deal with me, but he gives me a weird feeling.
Now we can only act with caution and investigate suspicious people clearly."
"Well, it should be so." Yunyao nodded slightly and agreed with his approach.
She pondered for a moment and then said with confusion on her face: "Tian Xing, although you defeated Long Yunxiao in public and entered the emperor's palace, you have been in the limelight recently and become famous.
However, the major forces will only pay attention to you and will not send assassins to assassinate you.
Who is it that wants to take your life so impatiently?"
Ji Tianxing shook his head and said: "I have always been confused and have no clue.
It stands to reason that I have caused Long Yunxiao to lose face and undermined the majesty of the Imperial Court. The one who has the most reason to get rid of me should be the Imperial Court.
However, neither Long Yunxiao nor Diting would do such a despicable act.
In addition, I have just arrived in Zhongzhou and have not made any enmity with any force, so who would want to kill me?"
Yunyao thought about it in silence for a while, then said in a deep voice: "We are in the open, and the enemy is in the dark.
As the saying goes, it takes a thousand days to be a thief, but not a thousand days to prevent a thief. We cannot always defend passively.
Tianxing, maybe we can take the initiative, lure the opponent out, capture him, and torture him to the end."
Ji Tianxing nodded quickly and said with a smile: "Yes, I have this idea too.
However, the other party is very alert and will not be easily fooled, so we have to think of a countermeasure."
Yun Yao thought for a moment and said: "The other party has lost a Tianyuan realm assassin, and there may not be any more actions in the next few days.
Tianxing, please stay in Yunlan Villa first and recuperate for a few days.
After a few days, when the other party relaxes its vigilance and can no longer hold back, we will lure the snake out of its hole."
Ji Tianxing smiled and nodded: "Okay, I'll do as you say."
After agreeing on the plan, the two chatted about other trivial matters.
A quarter of an hour later, Yunyao took Ji Tianxing out of the secret room and arranged for him to live in a quiet courtyard.