"Is Earth Uncle at a loss for words, intending to resort to force?" Jiang Sikong engaged sincerely and kindly.

When it comes to verbal tactics, the more one seems to dominate, the better their expression, the more courteous they become.

The same naturally applied to Jiang Li.

Yet Jiang Li's politeness... could only be said to have sparked a blazing fire in Earth Uncle's eyes, with hidden murderous intent.

As the murderous intent surfaced, the entire world seemed isolated outside, with murky Yin Qi and sky-reaching Primordial Qi occupying opposite poles, forming another world where the huge shadow of the Netherworld God faced Taiji across space.

In an instant, the wailing of Ten Thousand Ghosts transformed into Blood Hand, Taiji spun, giving life to all things, colliding in pairs, shaking the heavens.

Everything shattered and dissolved in a moment; the murky Yin Qi and sky-reaching Primordial Qi vanished, and the scene within Ziwei Hall reappeared, as if the small world before was merely an Illusion Realm.

None within the hall were aware of this collision, nor did Ziwei Hall exhibit any damage. Only the Princess and King You perceived the fleeting moment of awe.

Earth Uncle's eyes had completely turned dark red, with lava-like cracks appearing, and another eye on his forehead was beginning to open.

He stared intently at Jiang Li, suddenly saying, "This matter is significant, let's discuss it another day."

With that, Earth Uncle waved his sleeve and left the hall directly.

King You, seeing this, also changed his expression, and followed Earth Uncle out. The officials on his side withdrew as well, not waiting for the high-seated Princess to announce the end of the court meeting.

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Once Earth Uncle was out of Ziwei Hall, the third eye on his forehead finally opened, focusing his three eyes and tearing open a deep, dark fissure ahead for him to walk into directly.

King You followed after him.

The two passed through darkness and Yin Qi, seeing a faint light before them, and as they tread solid ground once more, they had returned to the high platform previously observing the Divine Capital.

Behind them, the massive copper mirror still reflected the scene of the Imperial City.

"Earth Uncle, you..." King You looked at Earth Uncle.

A dark pattern appeared on Earth Uncle's face, with a pair of curved long horns emerging from his head, as he exhaled Yin Qi, saying bleakly, "There is another third grade in the Imperial City, the Yinglong Dragon. That youngster Gongsun Yuli has also been promoted. Just now, I sensed Dragon Energy appearing underground, underground Yin Qi fluctuating, and a Cave Heaven moving within the Earth Veins."

"Cave Heaven?" King You's face changed, "Treasure Extreme Cave Heaven?"

Cave Heaven which Ji Jiji once used for cultivation had later become the battleground for Ji Jiji and the Heavenly Incarnation. The Cave Heaven was almost completely ruined, sealed into the Earth Veins by Tianxuan and Primordial Lord Rain Master, so what is their intention in releasing it now?

King You naturally first thought of dealing with Earth Uncle.

Although it's challenging to trap a third grade like Earth Uncle with a Cave Heaven alone, if led by a third grade like Primordial Lord Rain Master, the possibility exists to lock space, preventing Earth Uncle from escaping into the Yin World at a crucial time.

With Treasure Extreme Cave Heaven, along with the newly promoted third grade Primordial Lord Rain Master and Jiang Li, there's already a possibility of killing Earth Uncle.

Though Earth Uncle grows more arrogant, after detecting danger, he does not blindly charge ahead, thus he retreated and left suddenly.

"Now reflecting upon it, the abrupt departure of the Imperial College Sacrificial Officer must also be Jiang Li's handiwork; his intent was to deal with this old man," Earth Uncle said grimly, "He intended to force my hand, then directly trap me within Treasure Extreme Cave Heaven to cut the Ji Family's roots."

"Jiang family child, truly born with rebellious intentions and a wolf's ambition. This time, I withdraw and lose this golden opportunity; next time when it's discussed again, if he uses the same trick, I may still not be able to handle him."

Earth Uncle fears not Jiang Li alone, but adding the newly promoted third grade Yinglong of Primordial Lord Rain Master makes caution necessary.

Being a figure akin to an old monster of the Ji Family, Earth Uncle knows the strength of Yinglong Dao Fruit well, even newly promoted, Primordial Lord Rain Master already holds remarkable capabilities, becoming a formidable presence among the third grades.

The Yinglong is a battle dragon, a Dragon God, and it, in its prime, once fought alongside the Yellow Emperor against Chi You.

In Earth Uncle's view, neither Primordial Lord Rain Master nor Jiang Li alone could match him, but the two joining forces might.

Reflecting upon this, a different glint appeared in Earth Uncle's eyes, muttering, "Is this also within your calculations, Ji Jiji? Have you foreseen this old man would proactively seek cooperation with you?"

Recalling the Heavenly Monarch's previous intentional cooperation, Earth Uncle's suspicion grew.

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On the other side, Jiang Li watched as the Second Prince hurriedly left with his faction's officials, remaining silent and not impeding them.

"Go, spread the news of today's court dispute, let the citizens of Divine Capital know of the victory at the front line." Jiang Li gently waived his sleeve, instructing.

Yang Yan immediately obeyed the command, while perceptive enough to withdraw with the other officials without lingering.

Afterward, Jiang Li and the Princess proceeded together from the rear hall, heading toward the North Gate.

On the way, Jiang Li inquired, "Sister-in-law, has your intention been decided, not wanting to continue holding power?"

"What's the use of power if it gets abandoned like a resentful woman, feeling sorry for herself?" The Princess scoffed at herself, no longer as expressionless as before. "All I desire now is to quickly ascend to the third grade; nothing else matters."

"Seeing you handle the Earth Uncle today, effortlessly deploying various means, I feel assured in entrusting the governance to you."

"Power, to me, is merely an adjunct to strength. Even if I serve as Regent, I'll ultimately seek your assistance, dear sister-in-law," Jiang Li said helplessly. "Moreover, ascending isn't limited to the Vermilion Bird path."

"What suits me is the best. I don't like to settle," the Princess declared firmly.

The Vermilion Bird Dao Fruit indeed is the most fitting for her, as she has already spent years in sacrificial cultivation of the Vermilion Bird Seal, highly compatible with the Dao Fruit. Upon ascending, her strength would soar swiftly.

Additionally, only the most compatible Dao Fruit ensures a promising future.

"Then let's go with sister-in-law's wishes," Jiang Li nodded.

"My ascension ceremony has long begun; once I help you deal with the Earth Uncle, I'll proceed with the final stage."

While speaking, the Princess recalled an earlier discovery and joked, "Seeing Primordial Lord Rain Master duel King Shu, the innate 'Yiqi' of the Jiang Family was displayed. You're so generous, Jiang Li. I wonder if I can discern your Jiang's Divine Skill?"

Jiang Li: "······"

"If sister-in-law wants to discern, it's naturally possible, but I can't guarantee the outcome," he coughed lightly, swiftly changing the subject. "As for the Earth Uncle, I don't actually intend to capture him. He is an aged monster, deeply rooted in the Yin World, thus not easily overthrown. If he had truly acted earlier, capturing him would have been possible. Unfortunately, although his mentality has shifted, it's not to the point of losing sanity."

Although his mentality isn't at the point of insanity, his strength has enhanced due to the "Yin Talisman Scripture." Once perceiving any issue, he wisely withdrew, otherwise, Jiang Li wouldn't hesitate to use the Earth Uncle as an example.

"My true target is him."

As they spoke, the two arrived at the North Gate, passing through the Dharma Platform's Divine Light, a blinding golden light illuminated a frozen silhouette.

Compared to yesterday, the glow emitted by the Divine Farmer's Cauldron grew, releasing expansive energies alongside the golden light, forming a Great Sun-like semicircle from the cauldron's mouth.

Beside the Divine Farmer's Cauldron, under the golden glow, the figure of the Emperor stood remarkably prominent.

The real target is the Emperor.

"The Emperor's seal is no longer secure. Great Venerable has disseminated the sealing technique; the Eldest Prince has it, I have it too," Jiang Li spoke slowly.

The Princess narrowed her phoenix eyes, a cold light in them.

Clearly hearing this news, her mood wasn't good.

"So, you plan······" The Princess glanced at the Emperor's figure.

"I plan to personally safeguard the Emperor Dao Fruit," Jiang Li stated.

Continuing to keep the Emperor sealed here might one day lead someone to breach the outer defenses and truly unseal the Emperor.

Great Venerable wants Jiang Li to absorb the Emperor Dao Fruit, the Imperial College Sacrificial Officer hopes someone will absorb it, the Heavenly Monarch desires to seize the Emperor Dao Fruit; too many covet it.

Jiang Li believes it's best for him to personally safeguard the Emperor Dao Fruit, lest it be stolen someday.

"Thus, I must kill the Emperor."

Jiang Li's voice became flat, without fluctuation. "The Heavenly Monarch dispatched King Shu to aid Meng Jun and the Eldest Prince, but his aim wasn't for the Eldest Prince to absorb the Emperor Dao Fruit, rather to obtain it himself. Yet even when King Shu was impeded, the Heavenly Monarch made no move. Hence, I reckon the Emperor has only a little time left."

This last bit of time suffices for the Emperor to eliminate the treacherous sons who covet the Emperor Dao Fruit and then depart the Imperial City. If the Emperor wishes to live, perhaps he has to beg the Heavenly Monarch.

Although the Heavenly Monarch tricked the Emperor, under current circumstances, he might be the one most likely to save the Emperor.

Unsealing the Emperor means facing an Emperor seizing the last bit of vitality.

To claim the Emperor Dao Fruit, Jiang Li must kill the Emperor.

The Princess's gaze fluctuated looking at her brother.

She is the Emperor's elder sister, naturally deeply bonded with him, yet all emotions dissolved after the Emperor ascended, especially when hindering him later.

Now hearing the Emperor's end is near, the Princess couldn't help but feel grief.

After Feng Manlou departed, another family member was to leave.

Staring at the Emperor's silhouette for a moment, her gaze shifted, as if tears were brewing, but eventually, her eyes returned to calm.

"Then kill him," she softly said.

Echoing her words, a Yinglong Dragon slowly rose from underground, looking at Jiang Li, "Treasure Extreme Cave Heaven has been brought."

The Earth Uncle's sensing was precise, Primordial Lord Rain Master indeed activated Treasure Extreme Cave Heaven, but not to kill the Earth Uncle, rather to kill the Emperor.

Simultaneously, the blinding golden light reached its peak, then began to retract, massive primordial Qi converging and blending.

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