Chapter 284 Dowry and Marriage Certificate

Having broken free from the Book of a Hundred Generations, Xiao Mo breathed rapidly, just as he had before.

Because Xiao Mo had adjusted the time ratio between the Book of a Hundred Lifetimes and reality to a very high level, his mental energy was already quite depleted, and just now he entered the River of Time without saying a word.

Therefore, Xiao Mo felt somewhat uncomfortable all over his body, as if he were drowning.

Fortunately, having gone through several previous experiences, Xiao Mo had become quite used to it, so he quickly calmed down.

At the same time, Bai Shishu's voice rang in Xiao Mo's mind—

[The fourth incarnation (forgetting the heart) of the Book of a Hundred Lifetimes has been completed.]

[Task 1: The host helps Wangxin attain Buddhahood in this life. The higher Wangxin's Buddhist realm, the greater the reward the host will receive. When Wangxin achieves Buddhahood, the host will receive the maximum reward.]

Final assessment: Wangxin did not become a Buddha in this life, but ultimately achieved the realm of immortals (since ancient times, the realm of Buddha has been extremely difficult to attain. Even if the host calculates everything in the world and the will of Heaven, he can never calculate Wangxin's heart).

The rewards will be distributed as follows:

I. Buddha Maiden Sacred Lotus: A first-grade life-protecting magic treasure. When the host is in mortal danger, the Buddha Maiden Sacred Lotus will bloom to protect the host from disaster. It can withstand a full-force attack from a cultivator below the Ascension Realm.

[Task 2: The higher the cultivation level of the host in the Western Regions, the richer the rewards will be. When the host becomes the strongest in the Western Regions, the rewards will reach their maximum.]

Final evaluation: Although the host's final realm is the Perfection of the Immortal Realm, he is already the strongest in the Western Regions, and therefore he can receive the highest reward.

The rewards will be distributed as follows:

1. Blood Demon Blade Intent: This blade intent contains the Blood Demon Blade Technique and the host's experience in learning the Blood Demon Blade Technique from the Book of a Hundred Lifetimes (the Blood Demon Blade Technique is the most domineering blade technique in the Western Regions and even the entire world. It was created by Blood Moon in ancient times and is one of the few inheritances that has been passed down from ancient times to the present).

II. Heavenly Marrow Cleansing Elixir: You can undergo a marrow cleansing process to enhance your talent (the effects are uncertain, and others will not be able to detect it after consumption).

[Task 3: The host integrates the demonic sects of the Western Regions and creates a massive demonic sect. Each time the host devours a demonic sect, rewards will be accumulated. When the host unifies all the demonic sects of the Western Regions, the host will receive the highest reward.]

Final evaluation: The host has wiped out all the demonic sects and even nearly wiped out all the Buddhist temples, and can receive the highest reward.

The rewards are as follows:

1. Blood Tyrant Aura: When the host uses the "Blood Tyrant Aura", the common people and cultivators within a radius of two miles will be affected to varying degrees, such as fainting, kneeling, or slowing down, depending on their realm and spiritual power. The strength of the Blood Tyrant Aura can increase as the host's realm improves.

II. Lord of the Western Regions: There is also a place called the Western Regions in this world. When the host appears in the Western Regions, their cultivation level and strength can increase by 30%.

[The rewards for the Hundred Lifetimes Book have been distributed. Please check your account.]

Just as Xiao Mo thought the Book of a Hundred Lifetimes had finally finished speaking and was about to organize the rewards he had gained from this life experience, the Book of a Hundred Lifetimes' voice rang out again—

The fifth incarnation of the Book of a Hundred Lifetimes has been prepared, and this life experience is selective.

The Book of a Hundred Lifetimes can provide the host with two scrolls, offering two different choices.

The copy chosen by the host first will be the fifth generation.

Another copy will serve as the host of the Sixth Generation.

Note: This scroll is only for the host to make choices. Once the host makes a choice, or leaves the Book of a Hundred Lifetimes, the memory of the scroll will fade and disappear.

As Bai Shishu's voice fell to the ground, two paintings indeed appeared in Xiao Mo's mind.

The painting on the left depicts a woman dressed in white, with a slender and tall figure.

The woman stood on a high platform in the midst of the army, holding a drumstick. Her sleeve slipped from her wrist, revealing her fair, slender arms.

Judging from her movements, the woman was beating drums for the army.

In the painting, most of the soldiers are blurred, except for a general at the very front of the army whose face is not clearly visible but whose figure is clear. He is wearing full armor and charging ahead of the enemy.

Before him stood countless cultivators soaring through the clouds and a vast army!

The painting on the right depicts a fox-eared woman wearing a long dress. The woman's posture is graceful, and her figure is almost as beautiful as Ru Xue's.

The nine snow-white fox tails behind her swayed in the wind like silk.

She stood atop the mountain peak, gazing into the distance.

In the distance below the mountain, there is a city with thousands of lights shining.

The stars and lights reflected in her eyes, but all Xiao Mo saw in them was endless loneliness.

Judging from these two paintings alone, Xiao Mo guessed that one was more about life experiences in the imperial court.

The other one is about a demon girl.

Apart from that, Xiao Mo could not obtain any other information.

"Never mind, I won't choose for now."

Xiao Mo decided to withdraw from the Book of a Hundred Lifetimes for now, and would consider the next experience of life later.

First of all, the wedding date is fast approaching, and I really don't have much time left. I need to get rid of Empress Yan Ruxue first.

Secondly, I really need to rest for a while.

Although every time he emerges from Bai Shi Shu, he tries to maintain his mental state and prevent himself from collapsing or going crazy.

However, this kind of support is limited. In reality, my spirit has been entering the Book of a Hundred Generations for too long and too frequently, and this really needs to be slowed down.

Just as Xiao Mo's consciousness left the Hundred Worlds Book.

As expected, Xiao Mo could no longer remember the two paintings he had just seen.

Xiao Mo took out the Heavenly Dao Marrow Cleansing Liquid and drank it without saying a word.

Unlike the domineering energy of Dragon Thunder Liquid, Heavenly Dao Marrow Cleansing Liquid is much gentler.

Xiao Mo felt a warm current slowly flowing through his body, which felt very comfortable.

When Xiao Mo came to his senses, half an hour had passed, and his body had expelled all the dirt and impurities.

Fortunately, Xiao Mo had already moved to Lingquan Palace, and he soon went to the Lingquan Pool to take a comfortable bath.

After washing away the grime, Xiao Mo didn't know how his current talent compared to that of other cultivators in the world.

But in theory, it shouldn't be too bad.

While taking a bath, Xiao Mo also took the opportunity to experience the other rewards from the Hundred Lifetimes Book.

Xiao Mo couldn't use most of the rewards at this moment.

For example, the Blood Demon Blade Technique.

At this time, Xiao Mo's cultivation of the Grass Character Sword Technique was going quite smoothly, and he also had the guidance of the Grand Master of the Ten Thousand Swords Sect, so there was no need for him to cultivate the Blood Demon Blade Technique for the time being.

I don't have enough energy myself, and it's also easy to be exposed.

Then, one must first conceal the "blood domineering aura" and not let others notice anything unusual, otherwise it will be difficult to explain.

Anyway, Xiao Mo was quite clear about his current goal: to cultivate diligently and then, when his realm was nearly complete, to find an opportunity to cut off Yan Shan'ao's dog head.

Once I have control of the court, I'll see if I can send Jiang Rou away. Otherwise, I'm always worried that I'll expose the reward of the Hundred Lifetimes Book in front of her.

"His Majesty."

Soon, Wei Xun's voice came from outside the door.

"Change your clothes."

Upon hearing Wei Xun's voice, Xiao Mo knew that something must have happened again. After all, the old man wouldn't come looking for him unless he had something to say.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Several maids stepped forward and carefully helped Xiao Mo change his clothes.

After putting on his Taoist robe, Xiao Mo walked out of Lingquan Palace.

"What is it?" Standing at the entrance of Lingquan Palace, Xiao Mo asked Wei Xun.

"Your Majesty," Wei Xun said respectfully, "the Qin envoy is almost at the capital."

"So fast?"

Xiao Mo was taken aback.

There are five days left until my wedding ceremony.

Xiao Mo thought the Qin envoy would take at least a few days to arrive, but he didn't expect it to be so quick.

“It is indeed quite fast,” Wei Xun nodded, his expression somewhat complicated.

He looked as if he wanted to say something, but didn't know how to say it to his emperor.

Xiao Mo frowned as he looked at Wei Xun: "Speak your mind. What, are you even hiding things from me?"

"This old servant dares not!"

Wei Xun immediately knelt down and kowtowed several times.

"Then just say it." Xiao Mo waved his hand.

"Your Majesty, the King of Qin originally intended to send an envoy to our Great Zhou, but the Qin envoy sent a letter saying that there were some matters in the Qin court that prevented the King of Qin from leaving."

Therefore, Princess Qinyang, the younger sister of the King of Qin, was sent on the mission in his stead.

Wei Xun spoke up.

"That's it? I thought it was something more serious. Princess Qinyang is here, so why are you so nervous?" Xiao Mo asked.

“Um…” Wei Xun’s eyes darted left and right, “Princess Qinyang brought some things with her this time.”

"What is that?"

Wei Xun swallowed hard: "Dowry and marriage certificate."

"???"

Xiao Mo was taken aback.

"What did you say?"

"Your Majesty, this is a letter from the King of Qin, which includes Princess Qinyang's birth date and time."

Wei Xun wiped the cold sweat from his forehead.

"The King of Qin hopes that Your Majesty will marry Princess Qinyang to establish a lasting friendship between our two countries."

Meanwhile, on Xuanwu Street in the Zhou capital, ordinary people stood on both sides.

A herd of white horses snorted and strolled leisurely down the street.

These white horses, known as Snow-Treading Horses, possess the bloodline of the ancient One-Horned Snow Horse. They can travel thousands of miles a day and are entirely white, making them appear extremely noble. Therefore, they were favored by most dynasties.

They proudly raised their heads, their steps steady, even looking at the common people of the capital with a hint of disdain.

The soldiers riding the snow-treading horses were all incredibly burly. They wore snow-white armor, had ferocious silver demon masks on their faces, held long spears, wore long swords at their waists, and carried large bows on their backs.

The armor covered them completely.

The only thing visible was the pair of eyes beneath the iron mask, filled with a chilling, murderous intent.

The children watching the commotion were trembling with fear and dared not utter a sound.

This was the strongest elite force of the Qin state, the Snow-Treading Heavy Cavalry, which swept through the surrounding ten states.

In the middle of the three hundred heavy cavalrymen, there was a red carriage.

Compared to the three hundred heavy cavalrymen, the bright red of the carriages and sedan chairs was like plum blossoms blooming in the snow.

Two women were sitting inside the carriage.

One woman was dressed as a maid, while the other was dressed as a princess, symbolizing the highest level of etiquette in the Qin state.

The maid, Mingyue, looked at her master, her thin lips pressed tightly together, as if she wanted to say something but couldn't.

At this moment, Mo Yue's mind was actually in complete turmoil.

Although the ancestors of the Zhou state and the ancestors of the Qin state had some degree of kinship.

But so much time has passed, and that affection has long since faded.

The fact that the State of Qin sent an envoy to offer congratulations at the wedding ceremony of the King of Zhou was already a sign of great respect.

Unexpectedly, His Majesty himself came to offer his congratulations.

If His Majesty had come in person, that would have been fine, but not long ago, His Majesty made a decision.

His Majesty has proposed marriage to the King of Zhou, wishing to arrange for Princess Qinyang to marry him.

Others might not know who "Princess Qinyang" was, but how could I not know?

"Princess Qinyang" is another identity that His Majesty usually uses.

In other words, Your Majesty wants to marry yourself off to this ruler of the Zhou Kingdom!

When Moët & Chan learned of this, he wondered if he was dreaming.

After all, how could a ruler of one country marry another?

Moreover, this happened when the Zhou king was about to get married.

Is His Majesty trying to abduct the bride?

Furthermore, even if Your Majesty marries the King of Zhou, where will Your Majesty live afterward?

Does this mean that from now on, His Majesty will no longer care about the Qin state?

Or does Your Majesty intend to take this Zhou king back to Qin?

Most importantly, Moët & Chandon truly looked down on the Zhou king.

The Zhou king has now lost power and can no longer control his own court.

Although the Zhou king was effectively sidelined, it wasn't entirely his fault.

However, I heard that he has given up the struggle and is now engrossed in Taoist practices, no longer concerning himself with court affairs.

For an emperor to be so self-destructive.

How could someone like that be worthy of His Majesty?

"Your Highness, we have arrived at the Qin envoy's residence."

Just as Mo Yue was about to advise His Majesty, the voice of a Snow-Treading Cavalry General came from outside the carriage.

"I understand." Qin Siyao slowly opened her eyes.

At this moment, Mingyue quickly gathered her thoughts, lifted the carriage curtain, and helped her emperor down from the carriage.

"Moyue, go and do something for me."

Before entering the envoy's residence, Qin Siyao gave instructions to her personal maid.

"What did Your Highness instruct me to do?" Mingyue asked.

"Send an invitation to Yan Ruxue, the daughter of Minister Yan."

Qin Siyao turned her head and looked in the direction of the Minister of Rites' residence, a slight smile playing on her lips.

"It is said that Yan Ruxue, the most talented woman in the Zhou Kingdom, was exceptionally gifted and knowledgeable about both ancient and modern times."

This princess wishes to have a proper meeting with this most talented woman in the Zhou Kingdom.

I'm having umbilical hernia surgery tomorrow. I spent all day today getting checkups, and I'm so tired, so I'll just post a quick update for now.

I'll have surgery tomorrow and be discharged the day after tomorrow morning.

As for tomorrow, we'll see how it goes. Before going into the operating room, I'll write a bit more. After I come out and the anesthesia wears off, if I can still write, I'll continue. If I can't, I might have to take a day off tomorrow.

Please forgive me, gentlemen.

P.S.: I'll be out of surgery tomorrow. If I can make it to the BLG match, I hope I don't get so angry that my wound reopens.

(End of this chapter)