Heavenly Dao Engine
Chapter 1005 - 1005 0598 Treasure of the Eternal Life

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After discussing Xiao Xiaowu’s matter, Qi Tian continued, “Prince, when I entered the Imperial Family Secret Territory, besides bringing Gao Jinmei and Xia Xiaoming, I had a few other companions. We got separated as soon as we entered the Secret Territory, and it was only by chance that Gao Jinmei, Xia Xiaoming, and I were able to regroup. However, there has been no news of the other companions to this point. May I ask if you, Prince, have any information in this regard?”

Emperor Jianwu said, “This, I truly do not know. However, I can have someone inquire about it for you.”

Qi Tian said, “Since you, Prince, are willing to have someone inquire, then perhaps it might be worth checking on a few more people. I won’t hide the fact that a large number of people entered the Imperial Family Secret Territory this time. Apart from us, there were two other groups. One group was led by the deputy leader of Wanjie City’s Eight Pill Alliance, Wang Fengna, whose strength is quite formidable. There’s another group from Wanjie City whose strength is also not weak. To be honest, adding them up, there might be three to four dozen people who poured into the Imperial Family Secret Territory. Normally, there should have been some news by now, but so far, I haven’t heard anything. Only on a rare occasion did I catch a glimpse of Wang Fengna spying on Chaoyang Palace a few days ago, only to be repelled by Yang Yongqi, the Leader of the Imperial Guards of Chaoyang Palace. This seems somewhat abnormal, don’t you think, Prince?”

Emperor Jianwu replied with a faint smile, “That’s actually quite normal. Our Imperial Family Secret Territory has a fairly unique geographical environment, which you probably understand, and to enhance our control over the Secret Territory, our Imperial Family has made many open and secret arrangements. For outsiders who do not understand, breaking into the Three Grand Cities can be extremely difficult. Frankly speaking, I’m amazed that you managed to bring Gao Jinmei and Xia Xiaoming with you, just the three of you, into Eastern Capital City and stand before me. I have always found it incredibly incredible. However, I believe that just because you have such good luck does not mean others will be as fortunate. I suspect your companions and the other people are most likely in a worse situation—either captured or in dire circumstances. But rest assured, I will arrange for people to look around and try to find out the whereabouts of your companions. If they are alive, I will try to bring them to Jianwu Palace. Beyond that, there is nothing more I can do, but at least I can give you a definite answer and inform you of their precise location.”

Qi Tian nodded and said, “Prince, this Wang Fengna is a genuine expert. If her attempt to spy on Chaoyang Palace has failed, she might divert her attention here, and no one can guarantee your safety. It is better to be prepared and cautious.”

Emperor Jianwu said, “Thank you for the reminder, Master Qi. I will be careful. Having just escaped that oppressive small space, I want to fully enjoy these good times and will not let any petty figures disturb my mood.”

On the matter of Wang Fengna, Qi Tian simply made a passing mention. If he hadn’t known the defenses of Jianwu Palace before, he might have been worried that Wang Fengna could break into Jianwu Palace. However, Qi Tian now knew that there were dozens of Half-step Nascent Soul level seals and formations inside Jianwu Palace. With just Wang Fengna’s power, it would be very difficult to break these seals and formations, and naturally, it would be difficult to threaten the safety of Jianwu Palace and Emperor Jianwu.

Qi Tian then asked, “Prince, there is still something I am unclear about and hope to gain clarity from you.”

Emperor Jianwu’s expression became grave as he said, “Please speak, Master Qi.”

Qi Tian said, “Why does the Imperial Family Secret Territory exist? Is it merely a small world? There’s one thing I’ve never understood. The Great Zhao royal bloodline has stretched on for thousands of years, with dozens of Great Zhao Emperors reaching the Gold Core Realm. Why didn’t they go to Sacred Cultivation Places like Wanjie City and, without exception, all chose to enter the Imperial Family Secret Territory? Is there some mission you carry on your shoulders, Prince? Or is the allure of the Imperial Family Secret Territory far greater than that of the Sacred Cultivation Places like Wanjie City?”

Emperor Jianwu fell silent, not uttering a word, and Qi Tian did not hurry him, only waiting quietly, hoping Emperor Jianwu would provide a clear answer.

After a long pause, Emperor Jianwu finally spoke, “Master Qi, it’s not that I don’t want to tell you, but it’s because I once swore an oath in front of my ancestor’s spirit tablet never to reveal the core secrets of the Imperial Family Secret Territory. These secrets are the foundational pillars of the Great Zhao royal family. If I were to disclose them, I would fail my ancestors above and would not be able to live with myself below, as I would surely suffer from the oath’s backlash and would not be able to survive. Therefore, I cannot give you a clear answer to your question.”

Qi Tian furrowed his brows, not expecting such a response from Emperor Jianwu. Given the current situation where Emperor Jianwu was under the control of the Servant Pact, his Immortal Slave, and Master Qi was technically his master. Although the Servant Pact imposed on Emperor Jianwu was not of the highest grade, typically, Emperor Jianwu should not go against his directives. Yet Emperor Jianwu, even with the influence of the Servant Pact, had still refused, suggesting only one possibility: Emperor Jianwu truly dared not violate the oath made in front of his ancestor’s spirit tablet. To do so would have dire consequences, far more severe than any punishment the Servant Pact could bring.