Chapter 283: Qingque (Fourth Update)

Chu Liuyue’s eyes curved slightly, appearing as if she had breathed a sigh of relief.

But in her heart, there was not a shred of joy; instead, more confusion arose.

Mu Qinghe seemed to care deeply about the Earth Meridian Original Vein. Had he come all the way to the Yao Chen Kingdom specifically to search for geniuses possessing the Earth Meridian Original Vein?

However, in the Tianling Empire, while such people could not be called extremely common, they were certainly not rare.

Why would he travel ten thousand miles just to look for them here?

The crowd stared at Chu Liuyue in shock, only regaining their senses after a long while.

Wh-what does this mean?

Chu Liuyue actually possesses the Earth Meridian Original Vein!?

Does that not mean she can follow Mu Qinghe to the Tianling Empire!?

Mu Qinghe withdrew the raw stone.

Chu Liuyue asked tentatively

"Vice General Mu, since it has been proven that I possess the Earth Meridian Original Vein, then what you said before—"

Mu Qinghe remained expressionless

"Possessing the Earth Meridian Original Vein does indeed mean you can return with this General."

Chu Liuyue held her breath.

She could clearly hear the rapid thumping of her own heart!

"Do not rejoice too early. Possessing the Earth Meridian Original Vein is merely a beginning. There are other requirements afterward; if you cannot meet them, you will similarly be unable to go," Mu Qinghe said indifferently.

Chu Liuyue lowered her eyes

"Thank you, Vice General Mu. Liuyue will certainly do her utmost."

She knew things would not be that simple.

However, this was at least an opportunity, and it even aligned more closely with her own thoughts.

Although she desperately craved to return as soon as possible to make those people experience a thousand times the pain she had endured, she was also very aware that now was not the best time.

With her current strength, going back to confront them head-on would be nothing more than seeking death!

Mu Qinghe gave an "Mm," his face showing neither joy nor anger.

Chu Liuyue breathed a sigh of relief, but the others felt complicated emotions.

Everyone present had come with hope, but the requirements for the Earth Meridian Original Vein were too high; they simply could not meet them.

After all that effort, Chu Liuyue had once again taken the lead!

How could they feel happy about this?

Emperor Jiawen hesitated for a moment before asking cautiously

"Vice General Mu, do you truly only want those with the Earth Meridian Original Vein? Actually, there are some who, while not possessing the Earth Meridian Original Vein, are also quite excellent. Perhaps you could consider a few more?"

"If they are all just like him, then there is no need to discuss it further."

Mu Qinghe's gaze swept past Rong Jin.

Rong Jin became increasingly embarrassed.

As the Crown Prince, he had never experienced such a thing!

Even when his Imperial Father had placed him under house arrest a while ago and even reclaimed many of the powers in his hands, he had never felt this humiliated!

This was equivalent to being slapped hard in the face in front of everyone!

For a moment, Emperor Jiawen did not know how to respond.

Never mind Rong Jin; even if it were him being spoken to like that, he would not dare show even a hint of dissatisfaction.

Hearing Mu Qinghe say this, he could not continue and could only shut his mouth sheepishly.

The atmosphere in the entire Great Hall became increasingly strange and cold.

Chu Liuyue, however, remained composed, calmly continuing to eat while ignoring the surrounding gazes.

Rong Zhen gritted her teeth, feeling resentment toward Chu Liuyue for obtaining this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity one moment, and regret over her own previous impulsiveness the next.

After being reprimanded by Mu Qinghe, she had initially felt very humiliated.

But after seeing that Mu Qinghe treated others the same way—including Rong Jin—she felt less angry.

As she gradually calmed down, she also felt that her previous behavior had been a bit excessive.

Who was Mu Qinghe?

An envoy of the Tianling Empire! A high-and-mighty Vice General!

Even Imperial Father had to watch his expressions; what did a few reprimands mean to her?

Besides, she was still counting on Mu Qinghe to help repair her body!

Thinking of this, she shot a meaningful glance at the Empress.

Seeing the urgency in Rong Zhen's eyes, the Empress naturally knew what she meant.

But this only made her feel more irritated.

Did Rong Zhen think she didn't want to ask Mu Qinghe for help?

But how could she know how to act given the current situation!

First the Crown Prince, then Rong Zhen.

These two siblings had been reprimanded one after another in front of so many people; her dignity had been completely lost!

If they truly angered Mu Qinghe, he could crush them with a single finger!

How could she find it easy to speak up now?

Seeing the Empress failing to move, Rong Zhen grew anxious and even attempted to stand up several times.

Fortunately, the palace attendants standing behind her had already received hints from the Empress and discreetly held her back.

Rong Zhen was very dissatisfied, but she did not dare to cause a scene in this setting and could only endure it.

Just then, something suddenly flew in through the door.

Chu Liuyue glanced at it and suddenly froze.

It was a green sparrow.

It was only about the size of a palm, entirely green in color, but its claws and eyes were crimson.

Especially those eyes—they were as magnificent and brilliant as rubies, extremely beautiful.

The green sparrow flapped its wings, flying extremely fast without making a single sound.

Therefore, by the time the people in the hall noticed it, it had already rushed to the center of the hall.

"Stop it!"

Rong Jin frowned and shouted sternly.

"How are you doing your jobs? Do you know what kind of place this is? Can you not even stop such a messy thing!?"

The guards outside rushed in one after another, and hearing Rong Jin's scolding, they felt they had grievances they couldn't voice.

This thing flew far too fast! They simply didn't have time to intercept it!

"Your Highness, please calm your anger!"

"A distinguished guest is here today, you—"

"This is my magical beast."

Sitting at the head of the hall, Mu Qinghe suddenly spoke.

The rest of Rong Jin's words were suddenly stuck in his throat, and his entire body froze. His limbs went cold.

Mu Qinghe beckoned, and the green sparrow flew toward him.

The hall fell into a deathly silence.

The green sparrow landed on Mu Qinghe's hand.

Mu Qinghe took a look and saw that beneath its wings, there was actually a trace of crimson blood.

His brow furrowed slightly, and a cold light flashed in his eyes.

"You are injured? Who injured you?"

The green sparrow moved its wings, concealing the bloodstain.

Mu Qinghe's frown deepened.

Hong Yao was originally a Grade Seven magical beast with formidable strength and very few defeats.

Yesterday, for some unknown reason, it had been somewhat restless, so he had let it out.

He hadn't expected it to actually get injured.

In the Yao Chen Kingdom, who could possess such ability?

Hong Yao aggrievedly bit at the feathers on its wing.

Mu Qinghe said coldly

"How did you guarantee before coming that you would absolutely not cause trouble? Are you behaving now?"

Hong Yao hadn't expected that even after being injured, it would still be reprimanded; its heart grew even more aggrieved.

Its ruby-like, clear, and beautiful eyes blinked without stopping, quickly filling with tears, making it look extremely pitiful.

Mu Qinghe suddenly sighed in his heart.

This temperament... it truly had been spoiled by that person; it felt aggrieved at just a few words.

"Hong Yao—"

Mu Qinghe's voice gained a few degrees of severity.

But Hong Yao suddenly turned around.

Suddenly, its movements paused, and it stared blankly at Chu Liuyue.

Chu Liuyue's heart skipped a beat.

In the next moment, she saw that tiny thing flying straight toward her!