Protect Our Clan Leader
Chapter 1539 - 85 The Insignificant Figures of Dongqian_3

Chapter 1539: Chapter 85 The Insignificant Figures of Dongqian_3

Upon hearing that the Little Princess had arrived, Jiang Xingyuan, of course, eagerly followed to join the meal.

Although Jiang Xingyuan was aware of the deep ties between the Little Princess Yun Mengyu and his own family, she was, after all, only eleven years old. He was still drifting around East Qian Country when she was born. During Yun Mengyu’s visit to East Qian Country, she kept a low profile, while he happened to be at Lingyun Sacred Land playing with Gong Yang Ce, so they didn’t manage to meet.

Therefore, this was their first encounter.

"Greetings to the Little Princess and Jade Spirit True Monarch," said Han Langtai and Jiang Xingyuan as soon as they entered the door, respectfully lifting their hands to pay their respects.

Even the proudest amongst them would not dare to be presumptuous in the presence of the Little Princess and Jade Spirit True Monarch.

Especially Jiang Xingyuan, whose face changed the moment he saw Jade Spirit True Monarch.

Jiang Xingyuan was a scion of the Cold Moon Jiang Clan and had joined the Immortal Palace out of spite after a fallout with his family. Jade Spirit True Monarch, although from the Great Liang Jiang Clan, had long been cared for by the Cold Moon Jiang Clan, and naturally, their relationship was rather harmonious.

It was only natural that Jiang Xingyuan became the "focus of care" for Jade Spirit True Monarch, who would summon him every now and then to give him some guidance.

As a result, Jiang Xingyuan led a "blissful life" within the Immortal Palace, where he would be lightly beaten every three days and harshly thrashed every five, to the point where he now cowered at the sight of Jade Spirit True Monarch.

"Oh, isn’t that Xingyuan?" Jade Spirit True Monarch glanced at Jiang Xingyuan out of the corner of his eye, his expression a mix of smile and non-smile, "I heard you’ve been out traveling? You sure took your time this trip, is East Qian Country fun?"

"Fun, very fun."

Facing Jade Spirit True Monarch, Jiang Xingyuan was like a mouse seeing a cat, shivering and hardly daring to breathe too heavily.

"Good, good. Then you shall follow me for a while~ It has been quite some time since I gave you guidance," Jade Spirit True Monarch calmly stated, "You’ve been traveling for decades, you must have gained some profound insights."

"Yes, Great Ancestor Jade Spirit."

Jiang Xingyuan, with his head drooping, didn’t dare utter a word of protest, but inside he sighed pitifully.

Oh the hard life of Jiang Xingyuan~ He just wanted to catch a glimpse of the Little Princess he had never met before, who would have thought Jade Spirit True Monarch would also be here? He had really flung himself into the tiger’s den...

After a round of eating and drinking for hospitality.

The miscellaneous crowd all withdrew.

The Han Clan’s Old Ancestor, Han Qixuan, naturally brought out Purple Iron Sunflower Tea to entertain the distinguished guests, and even packed two extra bags to give to them, one for the Little Princess and one for Jade Spirit True Monarch.

After three rounds of tea.

Han Qixuan cautiously broached the real topic: "Little Princess and Jade Spirit True Monarch, your visit to our Han Clan must be for important matters? Rest assured, if it’s within our clan’s capabilities, we will not hesitate."

Jade Spirit True Monarch continued to drink tea in silence.

Seeing this, Han Qixuan immediately understood and turned his head to look at Yun Mengyu.

Yun Mengyu pondered briefly before speaking, "To be frank, I indeed have a matter to request. Qixuan True Monarch, are you aware that the conflict between Big Liang and Moyan Kingdom has intensified over the years?"

"I have heard bits and pieces," Han Qixuan nodded solemnly, "Moyan Kingdom and Big Liang are quite evenly matched in strength, and the battles are fierce. However, neither the Immortal Dynasty nor the Demonic Dynasty wishes to send more troops openly, to prevent sparking a new Immortal-Demon War."

"Exactly. With the external battlefield also becoming tighter, the Immortal Emperor Ancestor and the Demon Emperor have tacitly reached an understanding, neither wishing to stir up an Immortal-Demon War at this critical time," said Yun Mengyu with a somewhat grave expression, "But my mother is a princess from Big Liang, and she has been restless and worried day and night because of this conflict. As her daughter, I naturally wish to help alleviate my mother’s worries."

"Mengyu has heard from her mother that after years of war, Big Liang’s resources have been greatly depleted, and the Xuan Iron ore reserves are running low. However, the situation is not much better in Moyan Kingdom. At this time, a large supply of Xuan Iron ore would be extremely advantageous for the battlefield situation, and could even possibly lead us to gain the upper hand in the war with Moyan Kingdom."

Xuan Iron ore?

Han Qixuan tensed up slightly at the mention, then smiled bitterly, "Little Princess, you may not be aware, but our Han Clan has some Xuan Iron ingots in storage, yet they are limited in quantity, kept only as a contingency. I’d sincerely like to help, but even with the will, there’s a lack of capacity."

"Old Han, let’s leave those platitudes out when in front of the princess," Jade Spirit True Monarch slowly lifted his head, his expression mocking, "There are some things, I, as True Monarch, prefer not to state too plainly for fear of offending our mutual dignity."

"Jade Spirit True Monarch, I..."

Han Qixuan’s complexion changed slightly, and he instantly tried to say something.

However, before he could finish, Yun Mengyu raised her hand to stop him.

"True Monarch, it is normal for Prominent Families to chase profits; we have no intention of criticizing you. We are here today precisely because we are privy to some information, so please do not try to fool us with platitudes. Let’s be frank with each other for the conversation to progress."

"Third Official and Jade Spirit True Monarch." Han Langtai frowned slightly, defending his Old Ancestor, "Our Han Clan does indeed have some Xuan Iron ingots stored, but they are for contingencies, not because we want to hoard resources. Are you planning to use the princess’s authority and Martial power to forcibly seize our Xuan Iron reserves?"

Han Langtai, who didn’t even bother to fawn over the highly praised Third Official, naturally wouldn’t flinch at the yet-to-be-accomplished Little Princess, so he spoke quite forcefully.