Jiang Li initially thought he would see the Princess fly into a rage and then scour heaven and earth to find Feng Manlou.

Even if she couldn't find him, she would make the Dragon King's son-in-law tremble in fear, fulfilling brotherly obligations.

Could it be that you dug a pit for me, and I shouldn't get back at you?

Even among blood brothers, accounts must be settled clearly for long-term harmony.

Yet, to his surprise, the Princess appeared quite unperturbed when she heard the news from her dear brother. Though there was a spark in her eyes, it was not as intense as before, where she would have wished to bring Feng Manlou back to kneel on a fire lotus for ten days and nights.

This left Jiang Li's careful accounting in vain.

"Since he doesn't want to see me, there is no use in my further efforts," the Princess stated calmly. "Rather than trying to find someone who doesn't wish to be found, it's better to focus on advancing my Realm, lest I find myself too powerless when strength is needed. My Promotion Ceremony is approaching, and missing this chance means waiting until next year."

The Princess aims to ascend to the third-grade Vermilion Bird Dao Fruit.

Previously, Jiang Li had slain Meng Jun and seized the Qionghuang Azure Dragon Banner, which houses the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit, giving him considerable insight into these Four Symbols Dao Fruits.

He had an affinity with the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit, and through its promotion ceremony, he could infer the process for the Vermilion Bird Dao Fruit.

The Four Symbols form the celestial image and the terrestrial form, each is the deity of the four directions as well as the four seasons. The promotion of the Azure Dragon Dao Fruit possibly takes place on the Vernal Equinox in the Eastern Extreme Land by harnessing the star power of the Azure Dragon Seven Stars, to purify body and soul, ascending to the Eastern Azure Dragon.

The Vernal Equinox is the celestial timing, the Eastern Extreme Land is the terrestrial position, and drawing the Azure Dragon Seven Stars' power while enduring the purification represents human capability.

The convergence of Heaven, Earth, and Man completes the Four Symbols.

By this reasoning, the Vermilion Bird Dao Fruit's promotion would be on the Summer Solstice in the South Pole, drawing on star power from the Vermilion Bird Seven Constellations to purify body and soul.

Two years ago, the Princess was already capable of directing the climate, subtly bringing the summer forward, clearly attempting to harness the Vermilion Bird Seven Constellations' power. She later gathered the Dao Fruits of the Vermilion Bird Seven Constellations Star Officers and, using a Dao Artifact, gradually absorbed the star power over two years. She can indeed now evoke the simultaneous response of the Vermilion Bird Seven Constellations, ushering their star power.

"Do you feel confident, sister-in-law?" Jiang Li asked.

"Confidence, of course. I wouldn't say there's zero risk, but I've done everything possible. Continuing further won't increase my odds," the Princess nodded.

However, as she spoke, she cast a barely perceptible glance at the Primordial Lord Rain Master.

Drawing on the Vermilion Bird Seven Constellations' power for purification naturally requires a strong foundation. For this, the Princess specifically sought out Jiang Li for the "Qi Tomb" to increase her chances of success.

However······

As Jiang Li pointed out, non-members of the Jiang clan truly find it nearly impossible to cultivate the Innate Qi.

Though there were three successful cases, once the Princess suspected an undisclosed relationship between the Rain Master and Jiang Li, she abandoned the thought of seeking guidance from them.

The three women are closely tied to Jiang Li; can you guess how they cultivated the Innate Qi?

The Princess may not be as cunning as Tianxuan, but she is not foolish. For a long period, they were mutual adversaries. Even if it seems now that Tianxuan let her win on purpose······

In any case, the Princess had no intention of joining them.

However——

"I heard you compiled your own 'Divine Farmer's Hundred Herbs' through Innate Qi. Lend this scripture to me," the Princess said.

Hearing this, Jiang Li knew the Princess had encountered difficulties with the "Qi Tomb."

Generously, he retrieved a copy of the "Divine Farmer's Hundred Herbs" from a Magic Artifact he carried, handing it to the Princess.

After all, he had already given away parts of the "Qi Tomb;" gifting a "Divine Farmer's Hundred Herbs" was no big deal. The former is Jiang's Divine Skill, the latter is now being taught in the Dinghu Sect to disciples.

"Sister-in-law, no need for formalities, but I must remind you, the 'Divine Farmer's Hundred Herbs' aids in the transformation of Innate Qi, it won't help you develop it," Jiang Li cautioned.

In short, abandon the pursuit of Innate Qi.

"I understand,"

the Princess replied, still accepting the "Divine Farmer's Hundred Herbs."

At this point, the matter ended.

The Princess and the Primordial Lord Rain Master rose, with the Princess saying, "The Princes are not an issue for now, so from tomorrow, you will act as Regent."

Jiang Li's strength kept the princes from daring to misbehave, and this grand marriage served as the perfect opportunity to change leadership.

This was an arrangement already agreed upon, Jiang Li naturally did not refuse, nodding in agreement.

The Primordial Lord Rain Master, meanwhile, with a deeper meaning, said, "Don't forget to bring your new wife home to visit the family after the wedding."

Visit, visit which family?

Of course, to meet the elder, Primordial Lord Rain Master.

Meeting those golden eyes, Jiang Li felt the Rain Master resembled an eyeing, man-eating dragon.

It seemed the Rain Master's Dao Fruit integration went smoothly indeed.

What could Jiang Li do but nod?

Thus, the two left satisfied.

Leaving Jiang Li to sit in contemplation briefly, he rose and departed from Lie Mountain Hall, returning to the Family Head's residence.

Pushing open the bridal chamber doors, he found Tianxuan and Gongsun Qingyue, master and disciple, already up, dressed in white undergarments, sitting together at the dressing table combing their long hair.

Entering, Jiang Li observed Gongsun Qingyue rubbing her waist, while Tianxuan's posture was not as upright as usual.

It is known that Tianxuan always held a dignified demeanor, walking with a straight back, steps poised and deliberate. This was ingrained in her, maintaining grace even in solitude, unless she physically couldn't.

Obviously, Jiang Li would become too exhausted, leaving residual sensations even after recovery, as would Tianxuan naturally.

As for Senior Sister, being a fifth-rank is still a minor fish, now truly exhausted.

Jiang Li walked over, first taking the comb from Gongsun Qingyue's hand to comb her hair. Seeing this, Tianxuan also lazily leaned on her disciple, calling out, "Dad······"

Because she called it too many times last night and being in the bridal chamber, she accidentally called out the wrong title.

"Pfft——"

Gongsun Qingyue couldn't help but laugh out loud, "Master, you seem to be addicted to calling it, why not just keep calling it like this in the future.

"You little flirting hoof, you also called quite diligently last night, calling dad, master, junior brother, aren't you embarrassed."

Tianxuan rolled her eyes lightly, looking at the reflection of Jiang Li in the mirror, and asked, "Did Ling Guang and Master Uncle come? What did they say?"

"They want me to start serving as the Regent tomorrow, and also, detailed news heard······"

Jiang Li recounted the conversation in detail and then reminded, "Master, don't return to Suhua Palace in the next two days to avoid encountering the two elders."

Even after the marriage, Jiang Li still addressed them as Master and Senior Sister, occasionally calling them by their first names. Of course, sometimes using more affectionate terms.

"Those two, I've told them already, but they never give up, thinking that even if I don't choose them, I won't choose others, so they just keep waiting." Tianxuan shook her head helplessly.

However, in this world, how can there be so many things that won't happen?

As they spoke, Jiang Li skillfully styled Gongsun Qingyue's hair into a tassel bun, then took over Tianxuan's comb, combing her hair while saying, "The bureaucratic system of the Great Zhou is complete, once I stabilize the situation and help Senior Sister promote to the fourth rank, I can temporarily leave and visit the Buddha Country. I have a premonition that this time the Buddha Country will attract third grades worldwide, so I must go. Meanwhile, I also have to repay the Awakened for their assistance."

"What about here in the Divine Capital?" Gongsun Qingyue examined her bun in the mirror and said at the same time, "Earth Uncle has sealed off the Yin World, so it might not be possible to use the Ghost Gate to return to the Divine Capital then. If something major happens, it won't be good to rush back in time."

No matter how fast Jiang Li is, he can't be as swift as the Ghost Gate. If he can't travel back and forth at any time, it would be difficult to leave the Divine Capital carefree.

"I will secretly watch over the Divine Capital, and once my disciple establishes a connection with the Yin World over there, it can be accessed directly." Tianxuan calmly said.

Jiang Li continued, "The King Zhuanlun of Buddha Country should also control a part of the Netherworld Soil, which can be used as a springboard to return to the Divine Capital. Moreover, maybe we can meet an old acquaintance then."

Earth Uncle has controlled the Yin World for many years, and he must be aware of the existence of other Netherworld Soils. He sealed the Yin World likely thinking he has a retreat.

Old foxes like him won't easily put themselves in a situation with no way out.

"Remember to take the Donghua Treasure Tree when going to the Buddha Country." Tianxuan reminded.

"I'd rather not, it might get sensed by the Immortal Queen when passing through Kunxu Mountain, better leave it with you temporarily."

Jiang Li shook his head and said, "This way, others might think Master is still in the Divine Capital."

Since the Immortal Queen hasn't acted, Tianxuan might still be in the Great Zhou. When Tianxuan goes directly to the Buddha Country, others may not necessarily know.

Moreover, Jiang Li doesn't currently need the aid of a Dao Artifact, whether or not he has the Donghua Treasure Tree doesn't greatly affect his strength.

He is now covered in Dao Artifacts, and the Great Circle Sword can be used at will, making full use of all Dao Fruits.

"Let's leave it at that." Tianxuan nodded.

As they spoke, Jiang Li had already styled Tianxuan's hair into a cloud bun, then sliding his hand down.

"Isn't the hair bun just styled?"

"Junior Brother, you——"

[It is said that revenge doesn't wait overnight, but Jiang Li, because of being narrow-minded, takes revenge without waiting for pages to turn. The records in the Karma Collection weren't even flipped before he sought revenge, not even waiting for the evening.]

The book manifested words, meticulously describing Jiang Li's psychology.

Then, a big row of text swiftly updated.

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The next day, in the Imperial City, Ziwei Hall.

Beside the Emperor's Dragon Throne, the Princess sat on the throne, beside her a Chief Eunuch holding an imperial decree, addressing the officials below and Jiang Li standing in the center.

"······Minister of Works Jiang Li, by Emperor's decree, pacifying Taiping, repelling the Buddha Country, suppressing the rebellion of the deposed prince and Meng Jun, maintaining the country's legitimacy, meritorious to the Sacrificial Altar, beneficial to the people, is specially bestowed with the Nine Honors, exercising the power of Regency with the title of Regent King."

Jiang Li, clad in a ninefold regal garb, bowed, "Jiang Li accepts the decree."

The officials all called out in unison, "The Princess is wise."

Then they bowed to Jiang Li, "Greetings to the Regent King."

As the officials bowed, the rank was set. Jiang Li, with the title of Prince, exercising regency, the fortune and Qi Shu of the officials in the court, along with the Qi Fortune of the Great Zhou, fell upon Jiang Li, instantly causing Jiang Li's Qi Shu to flourish like a raging fire, unstoppable.

Regarding individual innate Qi Shu, combining all officials isn't equivalent to one third grade. However, the officials themselves also carry countless people's fortune, and each has external fortune surpassing innate Qi Shu.

When they all paid respects to Jiang Li, the vast amount of Qi Shu also converged to Jiang Li, causing his Qi Shu to be as strong as Manjusri's before, with extremely powerful external fortune.

At the same time, the Karma Collection continually refreshed, with countless causes and effects converging toward Jiang Li.

Boom!

In the unseen, there seems to be a sound like thunder, Qi Fortune forming a glorious light, rushing straight up to the heavens, forming a grand sky curtain.

If at this moment someone observed with the Qi Observation Skill, they would see, within the glorious light covering the sky, blue, red, and yellow Qi rising, gathering and forming shapes.

Three majestic imperial forms appeared in the light curtain, as if walking from ancient times, arriving now.

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