Chapter 2321: Chapter 2370: Fulfilled

Linglong’s face was full of suspicion.

Did the young man before her really have such great influence? Could a mere cultivator in the One Calamity Realm sway the West Empress’s thoughts?

However, she suddenly remembered how strongly the West Empress had backed this person’s participation in the Northern Heavenly State’s mentoring program, and a glimmer of hope rekindled in her heart.

She bowed respectfully and said, "If you can truly make this happen, sir, I promise to do one thing for you.

"Anything within my power!"

Jiang Fan could not see through the cultivation of Chaoge’s mother, but it was definitely higher than his.

A promise from her could accomplish many things. However...

"There’s no need. I’m not helping Chaoge for..." Jiang Fan was about to refuse.

Xia Chaoge hastily interrupted, "Yes, there is! Yes, there is!

"Senior, you absolutely mustn’t be polite with my mother.

"Also, Mother, words are not proof enough. You must swear an oath to the Holy Angel."

She thought, "If Mother discovers Jiang Fan’s true identity, this promise will be his life-saving trump card. As for her going mad with anger... so be it. As long as Martial Uncle is safe, that’s all that matters."

Linglong frowned, suddenly feeling a chilling sensation wash over her. She looked up at the endless Cangming.

In truth, swearing an oath to the Holy Angel was more of a psychological deterrent than of practical significance. Given the transcendent existence of the Holy Angel, why would He preside over someone’s trivial promise?

Therefore, without a second thought, she looked up and declared, "I, Kong Xuanji, swear to the heavens that if the young man before me helps my daughter escape the East Emperor, I am willing to promise him absolutely anything within my power."

Having made the promise, she said, "Alright, the Holy Angel has already—"

Before she could finish her sentence, a broken and distant voice suddenly echoed from the endless Cangming.

"Oath... received..."

The sudden voice of a Saint made Linglong tremble. Looking up in disbelief, she stammered, "It... it was answered?"

SWISH!

A five-colored feather fluttered down from the sky and branded itself onto Linglong’s forehead. It swayed gently, like a cluster of flames.

This was exactly the restraint of a Saint. If she broke the agreement, the brand would activate and burn Linglong to ashes.

She thought, "No way... are you serious?"

For a moment, she couldn’t distinguish who was actually from the Northern Heavenly State—herself or Jiang Fan.

She wondered, "Why is the Holy Angel helping an outsider?

"It’s bad enough that my daughter is siding with an outsider.

"Is the Holy Angel also playing favorites?"

Her already chilling heart grew even colder.

Jiang Fan also looked up at the Cangming with a strange expression. He wondered, "Has the awakened Holy Angel been keeping an eye on me this whole time?

"Whatever, so be it if the oath was answered.

"When the time comes, I’ll just ask Kong Xuanji to do something trivial to fulfill the promise.

"Since she is so reasonable, how could I make things difficult for her?"

Glancing at the betrothal gifts scattered across the floor, Jiang Fan asked, "What did the East Emperor say when he delivered these?"

A trace of anxiety appeared on Linglong’s face. "Within three days, Chaoge is to move into the East Saint Palace alone.

"They will not hold any grand ceremony."

Jiang Fan thought, "Three days? The East Emperor really can’t wait anymore!"

Fortunately, the Northern Heavenly State had the West Empress; it wasn’t the East Emperor’s sole dictatorship.

His tone quickened as he said, "To prevent any unforeseen complications, I will go to the West Saint Palace right now."

Just as he was about to set off, a figure hastily flashed outside the grand hall. He had an upright posture, handsome features, and an elegant demeanor.

Who else could it be but Yun Wanxiao?

"Elder Kong... Chaoge, you’re back?" Yun Wanxiao could hardly conceal the anxiety in his expression. When he noticed the betrothal gifts scattered across the floor, his face turned even more solemn. "It’s actually true!"

He had heard rumors that the East Emperor secretly delivered betrothal gifts to Xia Chaoge, so he had dropped everything in his hands and rushed over in a hurry.

"Wanxiao, don’t get involved in this matter. It won’t be good for you," Linglong said with a hint of pity.

As Xia Chaoge’s childhood friend, Yun Wanxiao was someone she had watched grow up. Coupled with his astonishing aptitude, he was the most outstanding Angel among both the past and present younger generations of the Northern Heavenly State.

If Xia Chaoge had to marry, she would have been willing to play matchmaker for the two of them. Unfortunately, the East Emperor had forcefully intervened. If Yun Wanxiao got involved, he would make an enemy of the East Emperor, and his future prospects would be grim.

How could Yun Wanxiao not understand the underlying meaning in Linglong’s words?

If he obstructed the East Emperor, there would no longer be a place for him in the Northern Heavenly State.

He gritted his teeth slightly and declared, "Others might ignore Chaoge’s plight, but I cannot!

"Even if it means making an enemy of the East Emperor, I will not hesitate!"

He took out a Jade Box secured by layers of Sealing. Inside, a five-colored feather could vaguely be seen, somewhat similar to the one branded on Linglong’s forehead.

It was impressively a feather bestowed by the Holy Angel.

"This is a life-saving feather I obtained when I received the Holy Angel’s legacy," Yun Wanxiao explained. "Once activated, it can transport you to any place within the Hundred Realms of All Heavens within a single day.

"As long as you can quietly leave the Northern Heavenly State, the East Emperor won’t be able to catch up with you."

Saying so, he offered the Jade Box to Xia Chaoge.

"I don’t want your things," Xia Chaoge refused expressionlessly.

Yun Wanxiao simply smiled and stuffed it into Linglong’s hands, saying, "Elder Kong, please take this."

Linglong was deeply moved. Before an impending catastrophe, this feather was absolutely an unparalleled Life-saving Magical Treasure in the current world.

Did Yun Wanxiao give it to Xia Chaoge just like that?

It wasn’t that she didn’t know what kind of person Yun Wanxiao was. He appeared elegant, but in reality, he was insidious, perhaps even despicable. The only exception was his treatment of Chaoge.

"Wanxiao, take it back. We cannot accept this," Linglong said, unable to accept such a heavy treasure.

Yun Wanxiao waved his hand and said, "Hear me out.

"Fleeing the Northern Heavenly State is merely the worst plan.

"I also have an intermediate plan and a superior plan.

"The intermediate plan is to find someone to marry the East Emperor in Chaoge’s place. Hua Wenqi, whom I’ve recently been mentoring, is a fine candidate."

Linglong asked in astonishment, "Why would she be willing?"

Yun Wanxiao sneered. "I have my ways to make her willing!"

The implication was that he intended to use some dishonorable methods.

Xia Chaoge frowned slightly. "Hua Wenqi is my friend. If it means harming her, I’d rather marry him myself."

Yun Wanxiao sighed helplessly, his eyes then sharpening. "Then there’s only the last path.

"Ask the West Empress to uphold justice!"

Linglong smiled bitterly. It was exactly the same as Jiang Fan’s idea. She shared her previous speculation.

Yun Wanxiao’s expression grew slightly solemn. "If the West Empress is unwilling to intervene, then I will find a way to make her intervene!

"Everything in this world ultimately comes down to benefits.

"If I offer up the legacy of the Holy Angel, how could the West Empress not be tempted?"

Linglong felt immense pressure. Yun Wanxiao’s sacrifice was far too heavy.

He was willing to wager his future and exclusive serendipity just to help Chaoge escape the East Emperor?

Was it really worth it?

At this moment, Yun Wanxiao shifted his gaze, letting it fall upon Xia Chaoge’s pure and beautiful face.

"However, Elder Kong, I hope that after this matter is resolved, you will give your blessing to Chaoge and me.

"My greatest wish in this life is to marry her."

Jiang Fan felt a slight headache upon hearing this.

They hadn’t even shaken off the East Emperor yet, and now here came Yun Wanxiao.

He wondered, "Why does everyone like going against Chaoge’s wishes?"

He cupped his hands toward Linglong and said, "Wait here for my news.

"I’ll be right back."

He thought, "Why go to such lengths just to get the West Empress to intervene?"

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