Chapter 431 A Mountain of Times
Although from Ji Xuanwei's words, it seemed that Di Chang'an was about to die.
But if you only look at the outside, you really can't tell that.
Ji Xuanwei has taken good care of himself, but there are still many wrinkles on his face. Although his skin is good, you can tell at a glance that he is an old man.
But Di Changan standing next to her... had no wrinkles on his face, and his skin was normal. He looked like an ordinary middle-aged man, and a well-maintained middle-aged man.
The white hair did not make him look any older, but only made his temperament more upright.
When the two of them stood together, just looking at their faces, you would never have thought that Di Changan was the old guy who had lived for more than a thousand years.
Yu Cang did not detect any signs of decay in Di Chang'an. It was hard to imagine that such a healthy person was "approaching the end of his life."
Yu Cang began to think.
In this world, even if you become a soul card master, it will not bring any direct benefits to your lifespan.
A first-level soul card master and an eighth-level nation guardian both have normal lifespans. Only after breaking through the myth will there be a qualitative change, directly from a hundred to a thousand.
Of course, the bodies of high-level soul card masters must be healthier. At least they don’t have to worry too much about illness or aging, and they won’t be trapped in bed like a walking corpse before dying. But even so, there are still many soul card masters who cannot survive as long as ordinary people.
In other words, if Yu Cang wanted to break through the myth... it would have to be a hundred years ago.
So according to what Ji Xuanwei meant, Di Chang'an's remaining lifespan is less than a hundred years?
This is a very short time for a myth... not to mention that he has to sleep for the next hundred years.
Yu Cang's heart couldn't help but feel a little heavy.
…
Di Chang'an took Yu Cang across the courtyard, pushed open the door and came to a small tea room.
"Sit down."
The mist of water vapor rose from the teapot. Di Chang'an sat on the wooden bench, rolled up his sleeves, and poured a cup of tea for Yu Cang and Ji Xuanwei.
"Thank you." Yu Cang took it.
It is not often that you get the privilege of having a legend pour tea for you personally.
"You seem to be thinking about something?" Di Changan said.
"Um... nothing."
Di Changan smiled: "Is it about my lifespan?"
“…”
"It should be kept secret, but since you'll end up in this position sooner or later, it's okay to tell you."
Ji Xuanwei's eyes widened slightly when he heard this, and he seemed to want to stop Di Changan from continuing, but the next second, Di Changan had already spoken:
"At most ten years, Xuan Wei will probably be powerless to save the situation."
Ji Xuanwei glared at him helplessly.
How can you just tell others about this kind of thing?
Although Yu Cang seems to have a high probability of being promoted to a myth, no one can say whether there will be any accidents.
Even if Yu Cang kept it strictly confidential, there was no guarantee that someone would possess the means to read his memory... After all, Yu Cang was still too weak. If this date were known to someone with ulterior motives, Yan Nation would be in chaos.
Although Ji Xuanwei thought so in her heart, Di Changan's words had already reached her, so she immediately spoke:
"Don't always look down on me. Ten years is just the minimum. As long as I want, there are many ways to prolong my life!"
"I know my own body well." Di Chang'an shook his head gently. "Let's not talk about this anymore—Yu Cang, before we start chatting, I have to apologize to you first."
Yu Cang blinked: "Apologize... why?"
Memories flashed across Di Chang'an's eyes. "I've always known about Duan Feng's affairs. In the past twenty years, I've awakened three times. The first time was when Duan Feng was born... Because I noticed that the child had good talent, I went outside the hospital to see if I could take him in as an apprentice. Perhaps there was hope that the third legend would be born in Yan Country.
"But his family was quite wary of me and refused to believe me. Plus, I had a fortune-teller before I went, and it didn't look auspicious, so I just took a look and left."
At this point, Ji Xuanwei couldn't help but interrupt and said, "Myth, please stop believing in those metaphysical things. Isn't the reason you didn't accept Duan Feng because I didn't allow it?"
Emperor Changan: “…”
Ji Xuanwei looked at Yu Cang and said, "You know, Shenhua's body is already in this state. If he takes on another disciple, he will have to wake up from his slumber more frequently. By then, he won't even have ten years left."
"You." Di Chang'an shook his head helplessly. "Just now, it was you who confidently said that you could extend my life. It was also you who said that I wouldn't live for ten years. You said both the pros and cons."
Ji Xuanwei turned around, his eyes widening a little: "You are my patient, of course I have the final say!"
"Okay, okay, whatever you say." Di Chang'an had a smile on his face.
"That's the truth," Ji Xuanwei said indignantly. "Look, you haven't even accepted Duan Feng as your apprentice yet, and they've already caused so much trouble. If they really take advantage of your influence, I can't imagine what they'll do. Then, won't you be the one who suffers?"
Di Chang'an has to sleep most of the time. Even if he accepts Duan Feng, the time for teaching him is limited. Moreover, the Duan family will take advantage of this period to do bad things, so he simply doesn't accept him.
As for concealing your identity and accepting disciples... forget it.
A peerless expert who only appears once in more than ten years and possesses so many resources, you can guess who this person is with your heels.
It is also difficult to ask someone else to collect it on his behalf. After all, Di Changan himself cannot guarantee that he can let Duan Feng replicate his path to becoming a god, let alone if there is a person between them... In that case, it is better to let the child grow up on his own.
"When I woke up the second time, I heard about the four major families." Di Chang'an said calmly, "The Duan family's actions are closely related to my appearance outside the hospital. So, this matter is my fault - you have been wronged because of the Duan family, and I owe you an apology."
"Is that so?" Yu Cang understood. "I accept your apology—but that's all in the past. All those tricks the Duan family used only bore me now."
Ji Xuanwei couldn't help but look sideways.
Shenhua said he wanted to apologize, and you actually dared to agree to it.
Although Di Chang'an is so easygoing and seems to have no airs at all, he rose to power during a time of chaos in the world and fought his way to the realm of myth.
Of course, after becoming a legend, Di Changan began to cultivate his character, and he always looked elegant and gentle when meeting everyone. But no matter how elegant Di Changan was, the mythical temperament that he unconsciously revealed and the hidden sharpness and murderousness could not be concealed no matter what.
For most people, if they didn't break out in a cold sweat when seeing Di Chang'an, they would be considered mentally strong. But Yu Cang... actually dared to naturally accept the apology spoken by Di Chang'an himself?
You know, even Ye Chengming has to be cautious in front of Di Changan... It's because I have been in contact with him for too long and he is a doctor, so I can speak more casually.
Yu Cang looks like... a mythical being.
A subtle glint of recognition flashed across Ji Xuanwei's eyes.
Putting aside other things and just talking about mentality, Yu Cang already has the qualifications to ascend to the myth.
On the opposite side, the smile on Di Changan's face deepened.
"I'm glad you understand. You should also know that Yan Country is so big, and there are so many dirty things happening every day. I can't cover everything. And the Duan family's rise to power at that time was not a bad thing for the imperial capital."
After saying this, Yu Cang raised his brows slightly.
Not... a bad thing?
He suddenly thought of something.
Before the four major families of Ling, Luo, Chou and Duan came to power, the most powerful family in the imperial capital was surnamed Wang.
At the beginning, Wang Hui swore that he could protect himself in front of the Duan family. He boasted loudly, as if their Wang family was omnipotent in the imperial capital.
Now it seems... perhaps Di Chang'an tacitly allowed the Duan family to market Duan Feng with "the same talent as Di Chang'an", perhaps also to suppress the Wang family and balance the forces of all parties.
If that's the case, now that the four major families are at their peak, isn't it time to... reshuffle the cards?
In that case, it makes sense.
In Yan Country, it is still taboo for a single family to dominate.
Even as powerful as Ye Yan, he did not leave behind any "Ye family". To this day, his descendants only include one Ye Chengming and a few sporadic collateral branches.
Looking at Di Chang'an's expression, Yu Cang felt that there must be more complicated factors behind it, but he was unwilling to think about those things.
But he couldn't help but feel a little sad... Although the actions of Di Chang'an and the top leaders of the association were understandable, a grain of sand in the era would be like a mountain on the heads of ordinary people.
If the things I encountered happened to an ordinary student with some talent in the imperial capital, it would probably be difficult for that person to recover.
It is indeed difficult for people in high positions to take care of everyone.
Yu Cang suddenly fell silent.
The path he should have taken was the "Emperor's Heart." If he became the only emperor under the starry sky, he would probably have to face this problem.
Di Chang'an did not continue speaking, but picked up the teacup and sipped gently, giving Yu Cang some time to think.
After a while, he suddenly said, "Don't worry about the Duan family's affairs. Their time is almost up."
These words confirmed Yu Cang's previous thoughts.
"When the time comes, I can let you decide the fate of the Duan family."
Yu Cang raised his head: "Let me decide? Anything is fine?"
"Of course—just try to do as little killing as possible."
Yu Cang felt a little nervous.
The behemoth that dominated the imperial capital and even the Yan Kingdom, the once powerful family... in the mouth of Emperor Chang'an, it seemed like a toy.
Once these words were spoken, as long as he was a little more ruthless, the Duan family's days would be over...including Duan Feng.
Emperor Chang'an's will is like a mountain no matter who it falls on.
"...I thought you would at least be more tolerant towards Duan Feng."
"He hasn't even seen his own path clearly." Di Chang'an shook his head. "And...if he truly possesses the qualities of a legend, even if he really hits rock bottom this time, it would actually be a good thing—just like you."
Hearing this, Yu Cang smiled.
Is it the same as me... Could it be that Duan Feng can also awaken a system or something?
But having said that, what Di Changan said does make sense, and it seems that Yan State has always had this attitude towards talents.
I'll give you resources and opportunities, but if you encounter a life-or-death crisis, a low point in your life, or choose a path that leaves you with no chance of survival... you'll have to rely on yourself.
I was like this at the beginning, and it was the same when Wen Ren Ge chose a path that could lead to sudden death at any time.
"Then there's no need." Yu Cang exhaled, "You should have already planned what will happen to the Duan family. I'll just watch."
After saying this, Yu Cang suddenly felt a lot more relaxed.
Having listened to so many stories about the brilliant civilizations and civilizations in the starry sky, Wang Nu and La had long felt that it was childish to harp on the Duan family. Furthermore, with Huang's crisis imminent, he didn't want to be distracted by the Duan family. But those past events were always a bit depressing.
Now that he had said this, Yu Cang finally understood his thoughts.
After that, just focus all your attention on Huang... It's stupid to waste your energy fighting with others.
It is enough to know that the Duan family will not have a good ending.
Hearing this, Di Changan looked a little surprised.
He could sense that Yu Cang really didn't care about these things and was not just saying polite words in front of him.
It would be fine if Yu Cang couldn't do it, but now Yu Cang has his own approval. The Duan family is like a powerless little girl in front of him. Can he just remain calm about it?
Such bearing and vision...are truly rare among such young people.
On the side, Ji Xuanwei raised his brows slightly.
Emperor Shenhua... He said so much to a young man? This had never happened before.
Moreover, the words said before seemed to have a specific meaning, as if he wanted to see Yu Cang's views on family and power.
She was silent.
Could it be that... Emperor Shenhua wants Yu Cang to be the next president of the Soul Card Master Association?
For thousands of years, the Yan Country Soul Card Master Association has had only one president—that is Di Changan!
When Ye Yan was promoted to the rank of Legend, Di Chang'an also intended to let him take over the duties of the president, but Ye Yan was a casual person and did not like the constraints of these empty positions.
Now that Emperor Shenhua’s deadline is approaching… and seeing Yu Cang again, it’s reasonable for him to have this idea again.
Ji Xuanwei looked at Yu Cang with a meaningful look in his eyes.
"Well... you can rest assured. Although you don't care, the due settlement will not be absent. Moreover..." Di Chang'an suddenly smiled: "There is no need for me to make any plans for the end of the Duan family. There are plenty of people waiting to take action on your behalf."
"Ah?" Yu Cang was stunned. "What do you mean?"
"It's nothing. You'll know when the time comes." Di Chang'an waved his hand. "Alright, let's not talk about those dirty things for now. When I woke up a few days ago, I was really shocked by the news you brought me."
Yu Cang blinked: "The news... is it about Huang?"
"Yes." Di Chang'an nodded. "To be honest, I don't know as much about the knowledge outside of Blue Star as you do. Even the God of Desolation is the first time I've heard of it."
"I dare not."
"Huang... is indeed a serious disaster."
Seeing that everyone had finished their tea, Di Changan picked up the teacup and refilled it for them.
"After waking up, I went to see some old friends."
Di Chang'an sighed, seeming a little disappointed.
"You know, Yu Cang, that kid Ye Chengming is always like this. When he gets bullied outside, he always pretends not to care. When he was in school when he was little, he got beaten up black and blue, but when he came back, he would still say that he didn't look where he was going."
--clatter.
Di Changan placed the teacup on the table, making a crisp sound.
"Chengming is sensible. He's afraid that we, the family, will vent our anger for him, and it will be seen as bullying if it gets out. Now he's finally met a tough opponent, and he has to worry about whether my old body can withstand it. But if I don't take action this time, Ye Yan will blame me for not helping to take care of the child."
There was a gentle smile on Di Chang'an's face.
"Yu Cang, in a few days, I will go and fight that 'Wild God'."
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(End of this chapter)
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