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Chapter 929 - 767: Extremely Hard to Comply (Vote for Monthly Ticket and Subscribe)

Chapter 929: Chapter 767: Extremely Hard to Comply (Vote for Monthly Ticket and Subscribe)

As Li Xuan’s warship set sail, Ao Shuying returned to the East Sea Dragon Palace in high spirits.

Unlike a few months earlier, when Li Xuan went to war in the north and she was neglected in the Dragon Palace, the situation was different now.

This time, barely had Ao Shuying entered the vicinity of the East Sea Dragon Palace when she encountered the warm reception of her many cousins and uncles.

"Cousin, I heard that the Great Jin Dynasty really plans to establish a General Commander’s office in MoBei, and in the future, even set up a new province?"

"Shuying, is there still a shortage of people over in MoBei? With thousands of waterways, they surely can’t be full, right?"

"Shuying, you have to carve out a path for me. Life in the Dragon Palace is leisurely, but it’s boring and there’s no money. There hasn’t been a good opening in the Dragon Palace for a hundred years."

Ao Shuying didn’t think highly of these pampered brothers and uncles at all.

Initially, when she returned to the Dragon Palace, as soon as these people heard they might have to follow County Prince Fenyang to campaign in MoBei, they all avoided it like the plague.

Now that MoBei had been pacified and the Meng Wu people had suffered unprecedented heavy losses,

seeing that the waterways of MoBei could be stabilized, these clan members started coming to her eagerly.

However, Ao Shuying didn’t offend anyone, responding with a forced smile and stating that the waterways in MoBei still had to be conferred by The Court, and it wasn’t up to her family alone to decide.

She could recommend them, but it didn’t necessarily mean that County Prince Fenyang would approve.

What Ao Shuying really wanted was those among the lower ranks of the Dragon Palace who had illustrious military achievements but had never had the chance to rise, like the Jiaolong.

They were the real threat to the Dragon Palace, whereas those prodigal dragons who knew only to indulge in luxury and pleasures, although of more noble blood, were not a concern.

On the contrary, those fierce Jiaolong and Jiaolong warriors, daring and ruthless in battle, could shake the entire Dragon Palace if they were to rebel.

The West Sea Dragons had vanished in this exact manner in the past.

At this time in MoBei, many remnants of the Sinful Dragons had not yet been entirely eradicated, and there was a dire need for valiant warriors to aid her in guarding the major waterways.

When Ao Shuying arrived inside the Dragon Palace and met her mother, the Dragon Queen Ao ZhuJun, her elder brother, Prince of the East Sea Ao Mengsheng, and her father, she realized something was amiss in the atmosphere. The hall was slightly somber and chilly.

However, on seeing Ao Shuying, Prince of the East Sea Ao Mengsheng still forced a smile, "I heard Shuying also scored a great victory in MoBei, slaying over a thousand Sinful Dragons, even the ’Hundred-eyed Jiaolong’ from MoBei perished by your hand? Are you back in the Dragon Palace this time to recruit soldiers and fill the waterways?’"

At this, his eyes couldn’t help but reveal a trace of worry.

"Exactly! I have at least five hundred important waterways that remain leaderless, and over two thousand tributaries also need to be defended," Ao Shuying admitted openly.

"But it’s not just that. The military might of the Great Jin Dynasty now encompasses the entire North Sea (Lake Baikal) and even reaches the northern Arctic Sea. I have come hoping my father will send a highly regarded and powerful individual from the royal family to rebuild the North Sea Dragon Palace over there."

"North Sea Dragon Palace?"

The three people in the hall were slightly taken aback and exchanged glances.

The North Sea Dragon Palace used to be located in the North Sea, ruling over the entire North Sea water system and even the northern Arctic Ocean.

But as early as the Han Dynasty, the North Sea Dragon Palace had fallen, and the remnants had retreated to the East Sea.

At this, the solemn expressions of the three relaxed slightly, and even showed a hint of joy.

Observing their reaction, Ao Shuying lifted an eyebrow in confusion, "Father, Mother, what exactly has happened to cause you such concern? Is it the deep sea aquatic clan infringing upon our domain again?"

Prince of the East Sea Ao Mengsheng pondered for a moment, then decided to be truthful with his sister.

The situation had changed; Ao Shuying, now the ’Immortal Master Shuide’ with a wide following and formidable strength, had become a pillar of the East Sea Dragon Clan.

"There has been some trouble, perhaps due to climate change. Those deep sea monsters have been invading frequently, resulting in over a thousand instances of large and small battles. However, it’s not a problem; rest assured, little sister, Father and I can handle it," he said.

He had been worried that Ao Shuying’s call for the elite forces could potentially weaken the military power of the Dragon Palace.

But her mention of ’rebuilding the North Sea Dragon Palace’ made him realize that, in actuality, the North Sea could also serve as an escape route.

If they couldn’t hold the line, they could retreat extensively and relocate their people to the North Sea.

And the ferocious Jiaolong warriors below could no longer be restrained.

If the Dragon Palace expected them to fight to the death without rewarding their valor, it would lead to disaster.

Upon hearing this, Ao Shuying didn’t take the matter to heart, knowing that the ocean depths were also experiencing violent turmoil due to cold currents.

She addressed the Dragon King of the East Sea with a salute, "Father, if the Dragon Palace’s military force is truly strained, we can request aid from Li Xuan!"

"Li Xuan?" Prince of the East Sea Ao Mengsheng was momentarily stunned, then replied with a wry smile, "Little sister, I know that County Prince Fenyang is a general surpassing Wei Huo, but no matter how exceptional his military tactics, he would be helpless with undersea affairs. As for the Great Jin Dynasty, their so-called ’naval forces’ cannot reach the deep sea either."

Ao Shuying opened her mouth to speak, but realizing that revealing Li Xuan’s efforts in building the Heavenly Court might be inappropriate, she changed her statement, "We could also seek assistance from the Xuanhuang Emperor. As far as I know, he commands many heavenly soldiers and generals."

She believed that the might of just over twenty thousand heavenly soldiers and generals under Li Xuan’s command was no less formidable than the four hundred thousand-strong army of the Dragon Palace.

She had seen the Divine Artifacts crafted by the Shenqi Union, ’Black Gold Divine Armor,’ which could be used both in the Infinite Void and the deep sea.

The only issue was that firearms were of no use in the deep sea; otherwise, just those twenty thousand or so heavenly soldiers and generals could be invincible, sweeping through the entire sea with ease.

"Xuanhuang Emperor?" The Dragon King of the East Sea did not take offense at his daughter’s suggestion. After pondering for a moment, he still shook his head gravely, "That would be inappropriate!"

"I also feel it is inappropriate," Ao Mengsheng sighed, "Firstly, the origin of this god is unclear, and secondly, his so-called heavenly soldiers and generals may not be useful in the deep sea; moreover, we have had no previous dealings with him, so how can we convince him to send troops to the East Sea?"

Seeing Ao Shuying still wanted to argue, he spoke again with deep concern, "Shuying, if you want to help me and father, then managing MoBei and the North Sea well is the greatest assistance you can give us."

Ao Shuying furrowed her brows but ultimately did not speak again.

She thought to herself that she would just need to find a few reliable cousins and nephews to keep an eye on this place. If anything happened in the East Sea, they would promptly report to her, and nothing would be delayed.

Li Xuan, with the honor of the Xuanhuang Emperor, commanded tens of thousands of heavenly soldiers and descended, more persuasive than any words could be.

At that moment, her mother, Dragon Queen Ao Zhujun, spoke with a grave face, "Speaking of Li Xuan, has he discussed with you, Shuying, how he plans to conclude the matters between you?"

Thinking of Li Xuan, Dragon Queen Ao Zhujun became slightly irate.

Although the matter of ’Li Xuan’ becoming Ao Shuying’s Wangfu was their dragon clan’s fault,

this past year, the East Sea Dragon Clan had been making great efforts to compensate. They complied with every request from Li Xuan, having hinted in every possible way, all but outright begging.

The result was that this fellow had been playing dumb, unmoved by anything.

Ao Zhujun was somewhat angry, thinking that the County Prince Fenyang was indeed an extraordinary man among men.

But her daughter was not without suitors—

Yet the next moment, Ao Zhujun found to her surprise that her daughter’s face was flushed with a delicate pink.

"Li Xuan said—"

Ao Shuying turned her head away, looking shyly towards the outside of the hall, "After this year has passed, he would personally come to the East Sea to ask for my hand in marriage from father."

According to that man, he had wished he could marry her right away, but the Heavenly Court had just been established this year and might face numerous dangers.

Therefore, before the foundation of the Heavenly Court was stable, he did not wish to involve Ao Shuying and the East Sea Dragon Clan.

This touched Ao Shuying deeply, and she wished only to charge into battle and brave fire and water for Li Xuan, to eradicate all evil.

Dragon Queen Ao Zhujun then exchanged a look of surprised realization with her husband.

After a brief eye communication, Ao Zhujun stood up and said, "That’s more like it! Follow me, Shuying, your father has a treasure to give you, the ’Notes on the Classic of Water’ left by the previous generation. Now that you are the Immortal Master Shuide, officially conferred by the Court of the Great Jin Dynasty as the Master of the Two Rivers and Five Lakes, this treasure is particularly suited for you."

Ao Shuying could not help but look surprised. The "Notes on the Classic of Water" was a divine treasure’s prototype created by a great Taoist master of the Northern Wei Dynasty, Li Daoyuan, who had collected the power of the world’s water sources.

The East Sea Dragon Palace had always considered it a clan-treasured artifact and had been dedicating the clan’s full efforts to refine and perfect it.

Could it be that her father actually intended to entrust her with this precious artifact?

It was right after Ao Shuying, still bewildered, left with Ao Zhujun, that the Dragon King of the East Sea Ao Shenghai, stood up with an indifferent expression: "It’s about time. Mengsheng, come with me."

Ao Mengsheng too stood with a solemn face, following behind Ao Shenghai.

The two of them, one in front and one behind, arrived at the depths of the East Palace Dragon Palace, in front of a deep well.

The depth of the well was unknown, as though it penetrated the heart of the earth, while a mass of cyan energy surged out from above, connecting to the Infinite Taixu.

Shortly after the two arrived, a figure with a high nose and deep eyes, dressed in robes, appeared above the deep well.

He looked down imperiously from his high position, with the dignity of an emperor.

"The three-day deadline has arrived; have you made your decision?"

The Dragon King of the East Sea Ao Shenghai first gave a deep bow, then raised his head to lock eyes with the figure above: "Lord, since the construction of the third Heavenly Court, our Sea Dragon Clan has been under your jurisdiction, and until the Pre-Qin Dynasty, we received much care from you.

Therefore, if Lord has any requests now, our East Sea Dragon Clan will do our utmost to satisfy them. However, I’m afraid this particular request is something I, Ao, can by no means comply with."

The figure above immediately appeared displeased, a light snort from him causing the surrounding sea water to churn violently.

"Are you sure? Doing this would be beneficial for both you and me, and also for the Shenkun Emperor. That Shenkun Emperor has stood in the world for tens of thousands of years, his mana boundless, on par with a Saint. It would be a blessing for your daughter to marry him."

But Ao Shenghai’s eyes remained half-closed, his expression icily calm: "Then it seems my Shuying does not possess such good fortune."

His face was impassive, even carrying a hint of revulsion.

If that Shenkun Emperor truly intended to marry his daughter sincerely, it might not be too bad, but Ao Shenghai knew this man harbored ulterior motives.

The moment he agreed to this marriage, not only Ao Shuying would have no chance to live, but their dragon clan would also face great calamity.

A murderous intent suddenly condensed in the eyes of the figure above the well.

"Is that your final word? Even if it means becoming an enemy to me, even if the East Sea Dragon Clan faces annihilation, you will not hesitate?"

The Dragon King of the East Sea Ao Shenghai took a deep breath, then spoke with resolute and clear conviction, "I have made up my mind and will by no means comply!"

The Crown Prince Ao Mengsheng, also standing behind him with his hand on his sword, looked defiantly up at the figure above the well: "If the Lord insists on bending our dragon clan to his will, he must first cut down the heads of both me and my father!"

The emperor above did not speak further. He gave them a cold glance and then his figure suddenly transformed into numerous flickering flames and vanished.