Qin Xiao stood up, paced back and forth for a moment, and then responded.
“Since there’s something going on with the cult, I, Qin Xiao, will definitely come to lend a hand. Tell me the details.”
Mu Yueming had guessed this outcome before she arrived, but she was relieved to hear Qin Xiao say that.
Although her mother always had her back, and nothing truly terrible ever happened, this was a test for her. If she handled things poorly, she herself wouldn't be able to accept it.
Qin Xiao looked at her, waiting for a response, unaware of her true intentions.
Mu Yueming thought for a moment and then said.
"Within the Ruins of Return, I am the current Empress of the Ice Eternity Divine Dynasty..."
"etc!"
Qin Xiao immediately interrupted, "What did you say? The Empress?"
Mu Yueming slightly raised her chin, revealing her slender neck. "What? Doesn't it look like it?"
Qin Xiao was dumbfounded. A divine dynasty, and you're telling me you're the empress?
Such a weak empress?
Mu Yueming seemed to see the speechlessness in Qin Xiao's eyes and became somewhat anxious.
"I... the Void does not allow beings above the Transcendent level to be active, and my strength is enough to suppress an entire dynasty."
Besides, my court is filled with countless masters, both civil and military, and I didn't conquer the world by myself!
Qin Xiao curled his lip, "Since there are so many experts out there, why did you have to come to me?"
Mu Yueming remained silent for a moment before speaking.
"I have only recently taken office and my foundation is not yet stable. Some of the ministers in the court and the generals stationed on the frontier are not obedient to orders."
"Are you kidding me? Is your mother a deity? Do you think they'd dare to give you attitude?"
Qin Xiao was completely skeptical. Did these people think their heads were too high on their shoulders for too long?
Mu Yueming was also speechless. "My mother stopped caring about these worldly matters a long time ago. As long as you don't cross the line, she won't interfere."
These former loyal ministers all had their own agendas; they were simply trying to take advantage of my new position and get more benefits.
As for anything more serious, I haven't found anyone who has done it so far, and I can't easily take action myself.
Qin Xiao nodded, somewhat understanding.
To put it bluntly, everyone knows what's going on, and I'm not being unreasonable, but I'm just trying to sow discord and gain some advantage.
No matter how you look at it, this divine dynasty still belongs to the gods; they are merely the administrators, and they are doing a very good job of it.
In fact, to the gods, this divine dynasty was nothing at all, so everyone's minds became a little more active.
However, while he could understand, Qin Xiao himself would never accept such a thing.
Perhaps this is also for the sake of raising the next generation. If it were him, would he care so much?
If you don't listen to me, you'll die. Can't you tell the difference between a king and a queen? You've given me too many smiles.
"So you want me to hurry up and help you because you can't do it all by yourself, right?"
Qin Xiao asked curiously.
Mu Yueming didn't argue or try to hide anything, and simply nodded, "Pretty much, anyway, no one below the demigod level can beat you."
"You come and help me. I'll hand over all the responsibility to you. I don't know how to do it myself, so you can do it to them. That way, no one will have anything to say."
Qin Xiao didn't care. To put it bluntly, he was just a catfish among sardines, a knife to clear obstacles for the Empress.
I don't care if it's a knife, as long as it's beneficial.
"Ahem, I understand. There's no problem on my end. Anyone who dares to disobey me, I'll chop them down for you."
However, this is no small matter; after all, it's the Divine Dynasty, and everyone here has some trump cards up their sleeve.
Mu Yueming resumed her cold expression. "Just tell me, what exactly do you want?"
Qin Xiao coughed, "Ahem, it's nothing serious, it's very simple... I'll have to pay more!"
Mu Yueming had an expression that said, "I figured you out a long time ago."
"How many?"
Qin Xiao thought for a moment and then held up one finger.
Mu Yueming frowned, "One hundred diamond spirit crystals?"
Now it was Qin Xiao's turn to be speechless. "Are you trying to fob me off like a beggar?"
"Just tell me how much you want!"
"Very well, Your Majesty is indeed straightforward. I am not greedy. I want half of all the princes and ministers we have dealt with, as well as the wealth of the forces we have conquered!"
Mu Yueming stood up. "Are you crazy?"
Qin Xiao leisurely touched his nose and bent down to pour water.
"Where am I crazy? Think about it, these things are just being hoarded by those good-for-nothings anyway, so why not give them to me?"
Besides, I'm helping you deal with those cult threats, and I bet there's also the risk of external invasion, right? All of this is free, isn't it?"
Mu Yueming remained unmoved. "That's too much. If you take half, I'll be the one who gets ripped off. I also have to give rewards to the other participants."
Besides, you'll be receiving a mission from the academy for this, so it's not my personal matter. It's generally impossible... at most 30%!
In the end, Mu Yueming gritted her teeth. If she didn't have no one else under her who could step up and provide a guarantee, she wouldn't have offered such a generous price.
If she were given half, she would want to take matters into her own hands. Although it would be a bit embarrassing for the Empress to do it herself, who wouldn't feel the pinch when it comes to such a huge benefit?
Seeing the other party's resolute expression, Qin Xiao stared at him for a moment and had no choice but to agree.
He just said it casually, to test the waters, but it actually turned out to be true...
Thirty percent, that's a terrifying number.
Even if the wealth of a prominent figure from one of the three major powers of Guixu is nothing extraordinary, it is still enough to terrify many people.
Moreover, by using the name of the Ice Eternal Divine Dynasty, they fought a major battle in the Ruins of Return, with the gods providing a safety net.
Where else can you find such a good deal that allows you to both make money and fight cults?
"Alright, 30% is fine. It's a bit low, but considering our relationship, I'll definitely help out with this business!"
Mu Yueming was almost amused by Qin Xiao's shamelessness. "Stop talking nonsense. You've taken the money, so do your job well, or else... or else see how I deal with you!"
Qin Xiao laughed heartily, "Don't worry, don't worry, my character is always trustworthy. Besides, can you even beat me? Trying to teach me a lesson? That's hilarious!"
The air suddenly felt cheerful, except for Mu Yueming, who sat on the sofa, sulking.
That aloof expression was gone forever.
Qin Xiao is a real nemesis; I've never gotten the better of him.
I, the Queen of the mighty Ice Eternal Divine Dynasty, have no right to do this!
"Hmph, since we've agreed, let's get going. I'll apply for your entry into the Ruins of Return. Let's go in first."
Qin Xiao waved his hand, "No need, I can go in by myself. I'll come find you tomorrow, but it might be a bit far, I don't know how many days it will take."
He knew the general map of Guixu. Guixu was very large, but it was centered around three major powers.
From the perspective of my own fragmented world, all I need to do is head northwest.
Mu Yueming was somewhat surprised, "You can enter the Ruins of Return?"
"Hmm, I've been in Guixu these past few days. I exchanged a demigod spirit crystal for a fragment world, it's not bad."
Mu Yueming stood up and flung her hand away, "Damn it, you came to Guixu without telling me, you're deliberately hiding from me."
That's all for now. Come to me quickly. There's a lot going on lately, we need to get started early. I'll prepare the intelligence materials for you.
After speaking, the other person left directly. Qin Xiao invited her to stay for a meal, but she seemed to have already eaten her fill.
I had absolutely no interest and walked away without looking back.
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