Chen Qian didn't really like the eldest prince; he just had a good impression of him.
But after his family learned that the eldest prince was pursuing him, they all urged him to agree.
The eldest prince is the crown prince and the heir to the throne. Marrying the eldest prince would bring countless benefits to his family and to him personally.
In addition, the eldest prince is handsome, gentle and polite, and has a good reputation in the empire, making him an excellent sentinel.
Under the opponent's fierce offensive, Chen Qian was unsure how long he could hold out.
Therefore, he asked the commander and Li Ze if they still had grudges against the Crown Prince, and if so, he would simply refuse the Crown Prince.
He couldn't explain why, but his intuition told him that following the commander and Li Ze was the ultimate victory.
If the Commander and Li Ze were to deal with the Crown Prince—
Chen Qian shook his head; then he couldn't marry the eldest prince.
Seeing the constantly changing expression on Chen Qian's face, Li Ze thought that his and He Xingjue's opinions were probably really important to each other.
Li Ze thought for a moment and said seriously, "Zhao Lingman hired someone to kill me, and He Xingjue also tried to kill her. Our feud ended the moment He Xingjue stabbed her. Of course, if she continues to attack me in the future, I will definitely take her life."
"As for the eldest prince, although his actions in protecting his sister were inappropriate, He Xingjue and you turned the tables on him, and the other side didn't gain anything either. So we're even. We just don't get along, but we're not mortal enemies, and I won't seek revenge against him for that."
"So, the fact that you came to ask for our opinion means you're probably already somewhat interested in the Crown Prince, aren't you?"
Chen Qian's face flushed instantly when his thoughts were guessed, and he didn't dare to look at Li Ze. He stammered, "I think he's a good person. Of course, except when it comes to dealing with matters concerning his younger brother and sister, he can be confused."
However, he will have the other party correct this problem in the future.
Zhao Lingman is not a good person; you should stay away from her.
The Third Prince is unassuming and has a fairly good reputation; we'll see how he is after we get to know him.
Li Ze, who couldn't even sort out his own feelings, didn't offer Chen Qian any advice. He simply said before ending the call, "If you two get married, send us an invitation."
Chen Qian's worried expression eased. "Okay."
He Xingjue walked over as soon as he finished communicating with Chen Qian. "Who is it this time?"
“Your old subordinate, Chen Qian,” Li Ze replied, then told He Xingjue about his conversation with Chen Qian.
He Xingjue was somewhat surprised after hearing this, "The First Prince and Chen Qian?"
These two don't seem to have had any prior contact.
"Is there a problem?" Li Ze asked.
"No. They're quite a good match. Their looks, family backgrounds, and talents are all compatible. If the eldest prince ascends the throne in the future, having Chen Qian assisting him will make people feel more at ease," He Xingjue commented objectively.
Li Ze didn't understand any of this and focused his attention on He Xingjue. He frowned and said, "You've reached the ninth level of Qi Refining."
“I’m at the ninth level of Qi Refining, and you don’t seem too happy about that.” He Xingjue raised an eyebrow.
“It seems that there is no Heavenly Dao in this world. If there is no Heavenly Lightning during the Foundation Establishment stage, the foundation may be unstable,” Li Ze said.
This is why his strength has remained at the Golden Core stage, and he can no longer advance.
Without the tribulation of lightning, the Golden Core is merely a fake core, and his demonic core cannot compare to that of his previous life, let alone transform into a demonic infant.
He Xingjue, however, took it in stride. "This is something that can't be forced. If my foundation isn't solid, I'll proceed steadily and surely. I'm sure things won't go too badly."
Li Ze did not respond, nor did he try to discourage He Xingjue. Only those who have experienced the tribulation of lightning know how terrifying it is, and how powerful it is.
Two months later, He Xingjue successfully established his foundation.
From cultivation to Foundation Establishment, He Xingjue progressed smoothly, advancing as easily as drinking water. In just over a year, he went from Qi Refining to Foundation Establishment cultivator.
In the lush, verdant mountains, He Xingjue flew from one mountain peak to another, and then from one mountain peak to yet another...
It's just like a child who has just received a new toy and is having a great time playing with it.
Li Zemu turned his gaze aside with a blank expression. "Childish!"
He Xingjue flew for a full half hour, until he was exhausted and covered in sweat, before finally arriving at Li Ze's side. "This feels much more exciting than piloting a mecha," he said.
"It's exciting, but strenuous. Mechs aren't afraid of wind and rain, and they don't get tired," Li Ze said expressionlessly.
“That’s true.” He Xingjue nodded in agreement, then turned to look at Li Ze. “Why can’t I sense your level now? I can’t even detect the spiritual energy on your body.”
Li Ze gave him a meaningful look, "You'll know when you reach the Golden Core stage."
Not only did they know my level of cultivation, they also knew why I lacked spiritual energy.
Because I am not a monk, but a demon.
Demons are natural enemies of cultivators.
He Xingjue had just advanced to the Foundation Establishment stage, and his realm was unstable. So, they spent another two months stabilizing their realm before leaving the planet.
“You have exhausted the spiritual energy here. It may take thousands, or even tens of thousands of years to regenerate it,” Li Ze sighed.
He Xingjue bowed towards the center of the planet, "I'm so sorry."
Li Ze's lips twitched. "If it's gone, it's gone. Nobody uses it anyway. At most, it will reduce the spiritual energy of the plants and animals here."
Such a concentration could not possibly nurture a single spirit.
"Is the concentration of spiritual energy in the cultivation world very high?" He Xingjue asked curiously.
"It's several times that of this planet. If it were a major sect or a secret realm, it would probably be dozens of times that of this place," Li Ze said. Major sects and secret realms all have spiritual veins, so the concentration of spiritual energy is unimaginable.
He Xing's determination grew, "So every time there's a beast tide, you always rush towards the opening of the tide, is it so you can return to the cultivation world?"
“That’s right.” Li Ze didn’t deny it. “I have to go back.”
Go back and take revenge!
"What if we can't find a way back?" He Xingjue asked.
"Then we'll keep searching until we find it," Li Ze said firmly.
He Xingjue gazed intently at him, a hint of sorrow in his eyes. The other man was determined to leave this world, so resolute, without having considered him at all.
But what can we do?
Even so, his love for him did not diminish in the slightest.
“I’ll help you look,” He Xingjue said.
Li Ze looked at him and said sincerely, "Thank you."
“I will go to the cultivation world with you,” He Xingjue said again.
Li Ze was surprised. "That place is completely different from here. Are you sure you want to go? Are you willing to leave the people here?"
He Xingjue smiled and said, "If you can come here from another world, why can't I go to another world with you? As for the people I know, they have their own lives, and my absence won't make much of a difference."
And I, without you, would rather be dead.
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