In the days that followed, the once seemingly lazy Misty Forest suddenly became urgent.

All the multi-headed animals were racing against time to cultivate, hoping to improve their cultivation level as quickly as possible.

Sun Wuse and others led their respective clans in practicing formations.

Warfare is different from fighting; a successful war requires ten people to exert the power of a hundred.

When Dugu Qiusheng arrived at the Misty Forest, he was quite shocked to learn of the Empress's thoughts.

But seeing that Bian Lang and the others actually wanted to fight against that powerful empire, Dugu Qiusheng felt that these guys had gone mad.

In Dugu Qiusheng's view, the most urgent task was to make peace.

Or, as Shen Ruhui suggested, let all living beings leave quietly.

The empire's lands are vast, with many uninhabited areas where they can find refuge.

Liu Yi looked at Dugu Qiusheng with disdain, after all, Dugu Qiusheng's words were too pathetic.

“I should add something. My agreement with Shen Ruhui’s proposal does not mean that I am afraid, but rather…” Dugu Qiusheng could not find the right words.

If he could tell the truth, he would readily admit that he was afraid.

Liu Yi laughed and said, "We didn't plan to invite Iron Enclosure City to join the battle either."

"You can't say that. If you insist on fighting, how can you do without my Iron City?" Dugu Qiusheng puffed out his chest.

Bian Lang said, "I've thought about it and I think what you said makes sense. After all, we can't decide everyone's life or death. If this battle is unavoidable when Xiao Que'er comes back, then let those who want to leave leave."

Bian Lang couldn't guarantee that they alone could stand against the entire empire.

Liu Yi felt that this was fair, as everyone should have their own destiny in their own hands.

Dugu Qiusheng said, "No, I have to go back and discuss it with my mother."

"When little kids encounter something, all they know is to cry and run home to their mothers," Liu Yi chuckled.

Dugu Qiusheng said disdainfully, "I'll look for it."

Liu Yi was actually quite envious, because no matter what age you are, it is a blessing to be able to go home and find your mother.

...

The capital city.

Shenfu.

Que Wuxiang wanted to transform into a very small red sparrow, with only one head, and looked very ordinary.

His change also surprised Shen Rusui.

However, with this appearance, Que Wuxiang found it very convenient to conduct business in the capital.

Not long after, Shen Sanmu hurriedly stepped in.

Upon seeing Shen Ruhui, he wanted to unleash a torrent of abuse.

Before he could even speak, Shen Ruhui pouted and tears welled up in her eyes.

Shen Sanmu panicked instantly, his anger dissipating in an instant. He asked urgently, "Ru Sui, what's wrong? Were you bullied outside?"

The feeling of losing Shen Ruhui last time was too painful. Shen Sanmu thought about keeping Shen Ruhui by his side and never letting her go out and run around again.

But when children grow up, how many parents can still keep them under control?

Shen Ruhui wiped away her tears and choked out, "Father, I have something to ask of you."

"What is it?" Shen Sanmu then realized that Shen Ruhui was deliberately putting on this act so that he wouldn't have the heart to scold her.

From childhood to adulthood, Shen Ruhui had used this trick countless times, and it always worked.

Shen Ruhui hugged Shen Sanmu's arm and giggled, "Take him to see His Majesty."

"Stop fooling around," Shen Sanmu scolded.

The empire is now beset by internal and external troubles. The Empress is busy with countless affairs and is very tired. How could she have the mood to raise birds?

Although the cardinal was indeed very beautiful, and the Empress usually loved to wear bright red clothes, now was not the time to give her a bird to please her.

“Dad, he is Brother Bian’s…bird.” Shen Ruhui didn’t know how to introduce Que Wuxiang. As soon as she opened her mouth, her face turned as red as a monkey’s bottom.

Shen Ruhui frowned slightly. Although she was very grateful to Bian Lang for saving her, she did not want Shen Ruhui to continue to be entangled with Bian Lang. After all, Bian Lang came from the Prison Land, and the relationship between the court and the Prison Land was currently irreconcilable.

Que Wu didn't want to waste time, so he flapped his wings and instantly reverted to his true form.

Suddenly seeing Que Wuxiang's body grow larger and several more heads pop out, Shen Sanmu was really frightened. He pressed his right hand to his chest and was panting heavily.

"Lord Shen, my name is Que Wuxiang. I have come to the capital to negotiate with the Empress on the orders of our leader. I hope that you can help me get an introduction." Que Wuxiang's tone was very polite.

After catching his breath, Shen Sanmu said in surprise, "I didn't expect that there are still some of the multi-headed people alive."

"Multi-headed tribe?" Shen Ruhui was quite curious.

In fact, even without Shen Sanmu's explanation, it's clear that creatures capable of growing multiple heads belong to the multi-headed race.

Shen Sanmu said, "This is a matter of the past, and it's a long story."

“There are many animals with multiple heads in that forest,” Shen Ruhui said.

Shen Sanmu was extremely shocked. Who could have imagined that the multi-headed tribe, which had been wiped out, would thrive and grow stronger again in the Prison Land?

But given the arrogance of the multi-headed race, how could they possibly listen to the words of a mere mortal?

The prison today is clearly very different from what is recorded in history.

It would be very difficult and would result in great losses to rashly exterminate the creatures living on the prison land.

However, Shen Sanmu could not directly take Que Wuxiang to see the Empress; he had to come up with a foolproof plan.

No matter which way the situation develops, Shen Sanmu always stands on the Empress's side, so the Empress must never think that he is on the side of the imprisoned creatures.

"Father, please help them." Shen Ruhui shook Shen Sanmu's arm vigorously.

The Empress had just returned to the capital after a great victory at the border and immediately discussed the development of the prison lands with her ministers.

Those sacred mountains on the Prison Land are extremely important to the current empire.

Because no one had been to the Prison Land for many years, many ministers suggested that a team should be sent to investigate the situation before any further action could be planned.

Currently, Shen Sanmu's understanding of the Prison Land is far greater than that of other ministers.

Now that we know the situation, it would be best to report it to the Empress.

Knowing something and not reporting it is also a serious crime.

Shen Sanmu thought for a moment and said, "Alright, I'll go to the palace tomorrow."

As for whether the Empress would be willing to see Que Wuxiang, he could not guarantee it.

Shen Ruhui breathed a sigh of relief and was extremely happy.

The next morning, Shen Sanmu went to the morning court session.

Shen Ruhui and Que Wu felt restless and impatient to be together, as if time was passing by unusually slowly.

Around noon, a palace servant came to the house, saying that His Majesty had invited Que Wuxiang.

"It's done!" Shen Ruhui jumped up excitedly.

But when the palace servant learned that Que Wuxiang was a red sparrow, his expression was clearly off, yet he said nothing.

Que Wuxiang followed the palace servant into the magnificent palace, which resembled a maze.

Look at where the Empress lived, and then look at the house they built for Bian Lang—it's so shabby.

The palace servant led Que Wuxiang to a courtyard where many people were sitting, all of whom were officials of the imperial court, including Shen Sanmu.