Chapter 257: Empress Position Comes Naturally!

Empress Position Comes Naturally!

Wang Cheng didn’t know how he had made his way back to the temporary residence.

Even though he came across some people from the Gu Family along the way, no one took this second prince seriously enough to pay their respects voluntarily.

His mind was filled with the few crazy statements made by Gu Changge.

Talk of claiming the imperial throne…

Taking control of Central State…

Did he have the capability?

“Impossible.”

“If he truly had such capability, why would the Gu Family have been under my Imperial Family for so long?”

Wang Cheng shook his head, feeling that no matter how he thought about it, the Gu Family simply didn’t have the strength to accomplish these deeds.

Could he possibly think that just by his own strength, he could achieve what even the Gu Family could not?

On what basis?

Talent?

Having seen him today, one could only say his talent was very ordinary.

Although he didn’t know why Gu Changge had made breakthroughs so quickly that it seemed somewhat ridiculous, he was, after all, only a Fifth-grade Ruins Realm at Perfection.

Such strength could be considered quite a talented genius among the younger generation in the Northern Domain.

But it was far from sufficient to Do what he claimed!

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“Could it be because he feels he has secured a strong backing from the Dongfang Family in Central State?”

“Is that why he is so confident?”

“But how much could the Dongfang Family of Central State intervene, even if my Imperial Family currently has connections with the holy lands of Central State, it shouldn’t be to the extent that they can help him achieve such feats.”

“The Gu Family has a Sage in the Sage Realm as an ancestor; my Imperial Family also has ancestor figures in our imperial mausoleum.”

“Those powers in Central State also wouldn’t want us to tear each other’s faces, leading to a loss of control.”

Wang Cheng looked up at the Young Master Palace that was visible from any position in the Inner Court.

He truly couldn’t fathom what Gu Changge was thinking!

It was just…

If it were only Gu Changge who was arrogantly ambitious, it would be dismissed with disdain, and Wang Cheng would think that due to this young master, the Gu Family would most likely face major troubles sooner or later!

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At present, the attitudes of those Gu Family Elders towards this young master really perplexed Wang Cheng.

Did the Gu Family Elders feel that the Young Master was more important than the Family Head?

Even his Little Sister chose to believe Gu Changge’s words?

Why was that?

His understanding of Little Sister was limited, but he knew she was not one to be easily deceived, not a simple naive girl who could be convinced in a few words that she would become the Empress of the Northern Domain!

For her to choose to believe, Gu Changge must have shown her sufficient evidence that gave her hope!

“What exactly is it…”

“What exactly is it that makes the Gu Family, makes Little Sister, trust him so much!”

“But I can’t gamble…”

Wang Cheng scratched his head, feeling his mind was in chaos.

His situation was very dangerous now.

He was the only one who had a chance to compete for the Crown Prince’s position!

The Emperor also intended to use him as a whetstone, or if he truly proved to be better than the Crown Prince, he could replace him!

The Crown Prince’s influence in the Imperial City was much bigger than his own; he was a thorn in the Crown Prince’s side!

Perhaps one day, his end would be like the fifth brother’s, discarded and dying outside!

“Enough…”

“I need to observe more.”

“Although I don’t know why he’s so confident, if he really can achieve it, why not support him.”

“At least if Little Sister becomes the Empress of the Northern Domain, she won’t take my life.”

“Even if it’s as he says, his goal is Central State, the Northern Domain Royal Family will eventually fall into my hands.”

Standing in front of the courtyard, he shook his head to disperse these complicated thoughts.

Only then did he step into the courtyard.

Even his expression was meticulously adjusted to be extremely calm, with a light smile.

Among the Shadow Guards who came this time, there could well be people arranged by the Crown Prince, constantly monitoring his every move.

He couldn’t afford to be careless.

…

On the other side, after leaving, Gu Changge originally planned to meet with the old man again before he left.

However, he learned that after the old man had drinks last night, he directly took the third uncle and Gu Qianjun, and flew to Duanbei City overnight.

“Could this be considered drunk driving?”

Gu Changge tugged at the corner of his mouth, suddenly recalling last night’s situation.

It must have been the third uncle saying something that annoyed the old man.

He immediately grabbed them and sped to Duanbei City overnight!

But he didn’t have much to worry about, as the old man was now at the Ninth Grade Annihilation Realm, and his Lifespan Essence Blood was very plentiful.

As long as there weren’t any assassination incidents like last time, there wasn’t much danger in Duanbei City.

Even amidst a beast tide, he could easily protect himself!

“My Lord.”

Wang Yue also chased after him, hearing him muttering something and came up smiling with squinting eyes.

“Did the Second Prince go back?”

Gu Changge smiled and casually asked.

“Yes, Brother Two seemed like he lost his soul.”

“But, Lord, weren’t you a bit too… flamboyant today?”

“Although Brother Two probably wouldn’t dare to bring those words back to the Imperial City.”

“It still somehow feels unlike your usual way of handling things.”

Wang Yue tilted her head, curiously tapping her finger on her lips as she spoke.

“Flamboyant?”

“Being flamboyant is just right.”

“To tell you the truth, I’m not only not worried about him bringing news back to the Imperial City.”

“I actually hope even more that he takes the news back!”

Gu Changge said with a light smile, not concerned at all.

“Ah?”

“My Lord, are you planning to completely fall out with the Royal Family?”

“That might not be wise.”

Wang Yue was stunned for a moment and asked even more puzzled.

Gu Changge wasn’t in a hurry to explain; he stretched out his arm, allowing her to cling to it as they walked towards the Young Master Palace.

Only then did he leisurely say, “Fall out with the Royal Family? Why would my wife say that?”

“Does my wife think that the Northern Domain Royal Family really belongs only to the Northern Domain Emperor?”

His words made Wang Yue stop in her tracks.

Her expression blanked momentarily, and she suddenly realized that she had fallen into a misunderstanding.

From a young age, the princes and princesses understood that the Emperor had the sole discretion to decide everything for them.

In their hearts, they instinctively believed that the Northern Domain Royal Family was under the sole dominion of the Emperor.

He could determine everything.

But what was the reality?

The true master of the Northern Domain Royal Family was never the Emperor, but rather, the Ancestor in the Imperial Mausoleum, the Late Emperors!

“So, Wife, why not consider this?”

“Now that you possess an Acquired Dao Body, if those old monsters of the Northern Domain Royal Family knew this fact,”

“would they choose to support you, or continue to support the current Emperor?”

“Having the same royal bloodline, why couldn’t you sit on the throne?”

Gu Changge continued in a calm and unhurried tone.

Hearing this, Wang Yue couldn’t help but fall into deep thought.

Indeed…

In the eyes of the Late Emperors in the mausoleum, wasn’t she now a more suitable candidate for their support?

In the history of the Northern Domain, to say an Acquired Dao Body had never emerged wouldn’t be far from the truth!

Of course, one would have to exclude Lord Husband, this unnatural phenomenon.

Prior to Lord Husband, the Northern Domain had never seen anything like the Heavenly Pride Son that was an Acquired Dao Body!

And now, she was precisely that, an Acquired Dao Body.

Would the Late Emperors not support her?

All along, she thought that Lord Husband’s promise would require tearing the Imperial Family apart to slowly achieve.

But now, upon reflection, everything could happen quite naturally!

Just like the recent situation with the Gu Family.

His word carried more weight than the Family Head Gu Zhan, many Elders had already expressed their clear support for all of Young Master’s decisions, outweighing the Family Head’s authority!

Certainly, his displayed talent and power cannot be overlooked.

But most crucially, it’s because Lord Husband has received the support of the Gu Family Ancestor!

If the Ancestor supports him, who would dare sing a contrary tune, equating to resisting the order of Heaven?

So…

“Do I just need the support of the Late Emperors in the Imperial Mausoleum to naturally ascend to the position of Empress?”

Wang Yue’s eyes grew brighter, and as she looked at Lord Husband, admiration couldn’t help but rise within her.

Lord Husband truly had exceptional foresight, far beyond others.

“That’s the principle.”

“You’ve also seen the situation with the Gu Family,” said the Wife.

“As long as you have real support, everything else is negotiable.”

Seeing her realization, Gu Changge smiled and nodded.

It was no exaggeration to say that at this moment, he was the Young Master, but his word in the Gu Family was more authoritative than even that of the Family Head.

In fact… if he wished, he could even depose the Family Head!

Not a single Elder would go against him.

However, he naturally wouldn’t do so; the Family Head had treated him well, and family matters required someone to handle them. Being the Family Head also meant dealing with a heap of troublesome matters, and he had no intention of taking on that role.

“Then… should I make some time to return to the Imperial City?”

Upon hearing his analysis, Wang Yue suddenly felt exhilarated, the urge to try burgeoning within her.

“No rush.”

“At the very least, before I head to Central State, I’ll definitely see to it that this matter is resolved for the Wife,” Gu Changge said with a smile, shaking his head. He also wanted to personally make a trip to the Imperial City when the time came.

Having lived nearly twenty years in the Northern Domain, he had visited the Heavenly Cold Sect but had yet to see the Northern Territory Imperial City.

Before leaving for Central State, he thought it would be good to fulfill this small desire of his.

However, this matter still had to be discussed with the Ancestor.

Alone, he would not consider heading to the Northern Territory Imperial City.

Even heading to Central State would be safer than venturing to the Northern Territory Imperial City.

Without the Ancestor by his side, who knew what thoughts those old monsters in the Imperial City might harbor?

As they talked, the two returned to the Young Master Palace.

Perhaps knowing that she might soon be able to fulfill her dream,

Wang Yue hurriedly expressed her desire for intensive cultivation once back in the palace

and immediately entered the Seclusion Room.

…

The following days passed uneventfully.

Gu Changge, as usual, collected the Cultivation results of his Daoist Couple and not only continued his own cultivation but also visited the family Martial Arts Arena to inspire the younger generation.

In the Martial Arts Arena, Gu Changming watched his cousin surrounded by everyone.

Even the Deacon greeted him with a smile and respectful salute.

It all felt like a dream to him.

“Just three years ago, my cousin wanted to move a stone table, and it was I who helped…”

“But now… there’s an immeasurable distance between my cousin and me.”

Gu Changming no longer inquired about his cousin’s Realm.

After all, even if he were to chase on horseback, he couldn’t catch up!

After inspiring the young disciples, Gu Changge also heard the news that the Second Prince was about to leave.

He simply went straight to the entrance of the estate, just in time to encounter the departing Second Prince, Wang Cheng.

“Second Prince, why not stay a few more days?”

Gu Changge’s voice rose from behind him.

“Ha… haha, knowing that Little Sister is doing well, that’s enough for me.”

“This prince still has many matters to attend to; I must return early to the Imperial City to handle them. These past few days have been relaxing.”

Hearing the voice, Wang Cheng couldn’t help but shiver.

Turning, he greeted Gu Changge with a bow.

Gu Changge’s previous words had left him feeling uneasy until now.

He truly feared what this man might say in front of so many people!

“I see.”

“Then I wish the Second Prince a smooth journey.”

“After some time, this Young Master will take the Wife to the Imperial City; if the Second Prince has time, we can catch up then.”

Gu Changge smiled and returned the gesture.

Just the mention of going to the Imperial City left Wang Cheng momentarily stunned.

Could it be that this fellow was serious?

“How come, Second Prince, are you not welcoming?” Gu Changge said as he saw no reaction from him and couldn’t help but speak up again.

“Welcome, of course, you’re welcome!” the man replied.

“When Brother-in-law comes, I will certainly host a banquet in your honor!” Gu Changge said.

“Well then… I shall take my leave first,” the prince said.

Wang Cheng snapped back to reality, hastily responding.

Having said that, he hurriedly left with his Shadow Guards.

But looking at his retreating figure, it gave off the impression of someone running away.

Gu Changge smiled and waved at his back, “Safe travels, Second Prince.”

Hearing his voice, Wang Cheng stumbled and walked even faster.

This scene caught the eyes of many Deacons, each with strange expressions on their faces.

Only when Wang Cheng’s figure disappeared at the end of the street did they finally burst into laughter, “Haha… This Second Prince of the Northern Domain, why does he act like he’s seen a flood or a wild beast upon seeing our Young Master?”

“Look how scared he got!”

“As expected of our Young Master, even a prince has to tuck his tail and run faster upon seeing you!”

Gu Changge just shook his head at the sycophantic Deacons and turned to go back home.

However, he couldn’t help but think.

This Second Prince really is a bit timid.

How can he even compete for the throne with such a demeanor?

But from my interactions, he doesn’t seem to harbor any ill will, and could be useful in the future if circumstances allow.

Despite my disdain for the Northern Domain, it’s after all where the Gu Family has its roots.

Even if I make Central State my main stage in the future, the Northern Domain cannot be completely abandoned.

What belongs to the Gu Family will remain so…

Perhaps, in time, the entire Northern Domain will bear the name ‘Gu’.

Think of it as an escape route I could take at any time.

When he returned to Young Master Palace,

By chance, he saw Qingqing, who had just finished her seclusion.

Seeing her troubled expression, Gu Changge immediately understood and asked, “Wife, is it time for you to leave?”

“Mm…”

“I originally only came out on a Sect mission.”

“I’ve already stayed in the Gu Family for a month.”

“As a Saintess, I mustn’t be absent from the Sect’s upcoming disciple selection.”

Liu Qingqing nodded and spoke with a hint of helplessness.

“It’s no trouble.”

“If I have some free time, I will come to Heavenly Cold Sect to see you,” Gu Changge reassured her, noticing her reluctance to leave, and couldn’t help but reach out to ruffle her hair.

“Really?” Hearing that her husband would come to see her, Liu Qingqing felt instantly better.

“Why would I lie to you?”

“It’s not like I’m going to be assassinated by a Ninth Grade on the way, right?” Gu Changge raised an eyebrow and joked.

…

“Or perhaps, Husband, you should stay with the Gu Family. The next time I’m out on a mission, I’ll come to find you.”

His joking remark caught Liu Qingqing off guard and she took it seriously.

The talent displayed by her husband indeed made him a target for many.

And now with Yuan Youbai involved, people from Central State might also intend to harm him.

Especially the Saint Heir from Immortal Ascension Sect, he may not have given up yet.

If a Ninth Grade attacked her husband on the way, and now with Senior Xue not by his side, she couldn’t bear the thought of any mishap.

“Wife, do you really think Ninth Grade assassins are a dime a dozen, only targeting your husband every day?”

Gu Changge was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and spoke.

However, it was time for his wife to leave, and he certainly couldn’t let these last moments slip by.

Without waiting for her to say anything more, he already carried her into the room.

Feeling her Husband’s warm chest, Liu Qingqing offered no resistance and even willingly wrapped her arms around his neck.

…

A day later, Gu Changge accompanied his wife all the way to the outskirts of the main city.

Watching her figure disappear, he then returned home.

As his wife left, he spent a total of sixty thousand Attribute Points to exchange for two Elixirs for Qingqing.

[Exchange: Third-Grade Root Bone Pill (+15), Third-Grade Comprehension Pill (+15)]

[Total Attribute Points spent: Sixty thousand]

[Remaining Attribute Points for Host: Forty-nine thousand nine hundred]

“I wonder if my wife will be able to break through to the next Realm when we meet again next time.”

“Sigh…”

“Without realizing it, the speed of my Realm breakthroughs is getting faster, and the gap between me and my wives is growing.”

Gu Changge rubbed his forehead.

Originally, he had planned to go to Central State together with his wife.

But now it seemed that plans might need to change.

At this rate, he could break through to the Infinite Realm in just one more year.

Actually, he wasn’t in a hurry to go to Central State. If necessary, he would wait until his wives reached the Seventh Grade Unlimited Realm. They also possessed Acquired Spirit Bodies and weren’t slow in their cultivation!

Besides, they didn’t each open four Qi Seas like he did, so breaking through was actually quite quick for them.

But the problem was, Yuan Youbai’s mother probably couldn’t wait that long.

Once he broke through to the Seventh Grade Unlimited Realm, he must head to Central State immediately!

By then, he could only ask his wives to wait for him in the Northern Domain, and if possible, help Yue’er take control over the Imperial Family.

He would make his way in Central State, and if his wives could secure the Northern Domain, that wouldn’t be too bad either.

“I wonder if she’s made it back to the Dongfang Family by now.”

Gu Changge took out a Communication Jade Token, the same one Dongfang Mingyue had left when she departed without a farewell.

But up to this point, he hadn’t received any communication.

With these thoughts, he returned to the Gu Family and headed straight for the Back Mountain.

But after waiting outside the Maze for a long time, the Ancestor didn’t dispel the Maze.

“The Ancestor must have gone to Duanbei City again…”

“It seems I can look forward to replenishing some Attribute Points!”

With hope, he left the Back Mountain and returned to his Young Master Palace and, having nothing else to do, began to cultivate.

…

At this very moment, the Dongfang Family in Central State was far from peaceful!

“What!?”

“You sneaking out is one thing, but how could you have found a Daoist Couple in the barren Northern Domain?”

“No, this absolutely won’t do!”

“There are so many outstanding talents in Central State you didn’t choose, why pick a green youngster from the impoverished Northern Domain?”

“The Gu Family may be influential in the Northern Domain, but they are nothing compared to our Dongfang Family!”

“This matter can’t just go according to your whims!”