Chapter 206 - 108: You Dare to Bully My Granddaughter’s Husband?

Chapter 206: Chapter 108: You Dare to Bully My Granddaughter’s Husband?

Zhao Ci felt a little disgusted.

’Although I wasn’t expecting these people to score any points, Old Deng really outdid himself with this move.’

’King Qin has always been indifferent to fame and fortune. There’s no way his sudden decision to come to Lingge and establish a house with his son isn’t connected to Old Deng.’

’He was just saying he wouldn’t let me be wronged, that he’d definitely catch the culprit and get justice for me.’

’And now this? The culprit hasn’t even been caught, and he pulls a stunt like this?’

Of course, he couldn’t show his disgust.

He still had to follow the crowd and say, "Congratulations, Your Majesty."

However, he was very curious. The Heir of Prince Qin establishing his house on the very last day must have some deeper meaning. If he was just like the other Householders, merely trying to compete for resources and power, this was an incredibly unwise move.

After all, the notable scions of the great clans had already been snatched up. Those unaffiliated ones had seven or eight points at most. How strong could they possibly be?

’He must have another trick up his sleeve, right?’

Zhao Ci glanced over from a distance and actually saw a line of text above Old Deng’s head.

[Zhao Huan’s Current Wish]: Let them all see the hope of rebuilding the Yun Dynasty. Wish Completion Reward: Comprehension +1.

Zhao Ci: "???"

’The hope of rebuilding the Yun Dynasty?’

’Wait, hold on!’

Everyone in the world knew that before the Barbaric Era, an extremely powerful Immortal Martial Dynasty existed in this world.

Ninety-nine percent of the credit for the Great Yu’s development to its current state was due to the ruins left behind by the previous dynasty. The Zhao Clan and the seven great Merit Clans had been able to rise precisely because each occupied a powerful ruin.

If the ruins alone were so formidable, how terrifying must the Immortal Martial Dynasty have been?

If the Immortal Martial Dynasty were rebuilt, there would be no question they could annihilate the four nations of Longyuan and retake the Northern Domain. The restless Southwest Vassal Kingdoms would all submit, and it might not even be impossible for all demons to pay homage.

’So... Old Deng has already figured out how to rebuild the Yun Dynasty?’

’And this hope is related to the Heir of Prince Qin?’

Zhao Ci was completely bewildered, but he had a faint feeling that Old Deng was about to become a true emperor for the ages. If he rebuilt the Yun Dynasty and then reaped my Waizi, the phrase "Long live Your Majesty, may the Great Yu last ten thousand years" would no longer be empty words.

’What the fuck?’

’The big boss who’s after my Waizi is becoming an emperor for the ages?’

’The mission difficulty and the moral dilemma have both leveled up, haven’t they?’

Now he had yet another reason he had to get the Heaven-Suspended Spider Silk.

But he had just scanned the crowd, and the names above the heads of those unaligned great clan scions were all normal, none with the "Huangfu Song" suffix.

’That Huangfu Song is a real piece of trash.’

’Couldn’t even be a little more proactive and set me up with an easy win.’

On the high platform.

Zhao Huan and King Qin sat side by side, their familiarity showing no regard for the distinction between ruler and subject. The Heir of Prince Qin stood respectfully behind them.

Prince Gong, Zhao Yan, who was presiding over this Mansion Contest, sat in a side seat. Three boxes were already placed on the table before him.

He cleared his throat and announced, "Today, the Great Yu is teeming with talent, a sign of our dynasty’s prosperity. His Majesty is overjoyed and has therefore bestowed the Heaven-Suspended Spider Silk as the grand prize for this competition. The Imperial Clan Court, mindful of your struggles, has added the Quenching Spirit Liquid and the Viper Soft Armor. The top three contestants may choose among them according to their rank."

Although they already knew what the rewards were, hearing him announce them still made everyone in the arena hold their breath.

All three items were priceless treasures.

The Heaven-Suspended Spider Silk was little known to the common person, but veteran Alchemists knew just how precious it once was. Although the method for refining the Heaven-Suspending Pill was lost, causing its value to plummet, it was still a potent Bone Strengthening Elixir even if ingested raw with other medicinal herbs. Moreover, the stuff held even greater value in the Artifact Refining Realm.

The Quenching Spirit Liquid was a treasure coveted by all Cultivators who majored in the Heart Fire Divine Treasure. When opening the Heart Fire Divine Treasure, it could temper one’s natal flame, making it stronger, and could even, to some extent, raise the grade of one’s Heart Fire Divine Pattern.

As for the Viper Soft Armor, it was Scale Armor stripped from a Viper Demon King. Once worn, it would merge with the skin, causing one’s defensive power to skyrocket. Whether it was providing timely aid to a squishy Mage or a welcome boost to a frontline brawler, it was a top-tier choice.

Zhao Yong glanced behind him. "Zhu Yan, stop staring. That Quenching Spirit Liquid is as good as yours. No one from Prince Ying’s Mansion will compete with us for it. And the other houses don’t have the strength to compete with us either."

As he spoke, he nonchalantly swept his gaze over Zhu Li, not even bothering to hide his intentions.

The Mansion Contest was, in itself, a process of fanning the flames to force young geniuses into an internal struggle. It was only a matter of time before conflicts came out into the open.

This thoroughly infuriated Zhu Li.

Zhao Ci took the opportunity to pat her head. "Don’t worry! We have plenty of merits. We’ll just buy it directly after the Prefecture Examination is over. No need to struggle miserably against these bankrupts."

Zhu Li’s face immediately lit up with a smile. "You’re the best, Boss! If you were also drowning in debt, I don’t know how I’d survive."

Zhao Yong nearly choked. He snorted and turned his head away.

Zhu Yan also swallowed his smug words of thanks. He shot Zhao Yong a resentful look. ’Why did you have to provoke them?’

To the side.

Zhao Xie shook his head and smiled. "Ninth Prince, there’s no need to be discouraged. This Mansion Contest lasts for a full three years. The Mansion Officials under every past victor have been the best of the best. In all the years the Mansion Contest has been held, no one has ever managed to ride a stroke of luck all the way to the end."

Zhao Yong gave a reserved nod. "That is only natural. We should all encourage one another and not be swayed by momentary success or failure."

Zhu Li put her hands on her hips and sighed dramatically. "Boss! Is this part of the victims’ support group too?"