"So, have you decided what you want to exchange?"
Consort De suppressed her pent-up frustration and instead put on a worried expression, as if she were concerned for Rong Xi. "Consort Yi and the others have quite a few good things in their possession. You must choose carefully!"
"Such opportunities are rare!"
"Daughter-in-law understands!"
Rong Xi obediently responded, and then said, "Is there anything you need, Mother? Your daughter-in-law will get it for you later!"
Knowing full well that Consort De desired a top-grade companion spirit stone, Rong Xi didn't mention it at all. Instead, she approached the matter from another angle, "forcing" Consort De to ask for the top-grade companion spirit stone.
Of course, she wouldn't offer it up voluntarily unless Consort De asked.
Hearing Rong Xi's extremely filial words, Consort De felt even more aggrieved. She didn't believe Rong Xi didn't know what she wanted; this daughter-in-law was just trying to force her to say it herself.
But who is Consort De?
She was able to stand out in Kangxi's vast harem and become one of the four consorts, wielding real power, which naturally shows that she was able to be both flexible and adaptable.
"You can keep what you got in the exchange; it's not appropriate for your mother to take it. How about this, you just give your mother some top-grade wood-fire spirit stones!"
Consort De spoke calmly.
Upon hearing this, Rong Xi smiled and said, "How much does Mother need? I only have, well, only seven pieces here!"
"If seven pieces aren't enough, daughter-in-law will go to the secret realm of the Yantian Sect and look for more!"
Without the slightest reluctance, Rong Xi generously took out seven top-grade spirit stones of wood and fire and handed them to Consort De.
In fact, Rong Xi knew before entering the palace that this top-grade spirit stone was destined to be given away. However, the method of giving it away was up to her to control.
Moreover, and most importantly, she had to let everyone know that Consort De had taken her things.
The gathering of Consort Tong, Consort Yi, and others at Yonghe Palace was something Rong Xi hadn't anticipated. However, the effect was excellent, absolutely fantastic!
Consort Tong obtained the top-grade spirit stone in exchange for a favor. Consort Yi and the others, on the other hand, wanted to exchange it for actual treasures. Regardless of the type of treasure, it would be a huge profit for Rong Xi.
Of course, after this exchange was completed, Consort Yi and the others would still owe her a favor.
After all, treasures are easy to obtain, but these accompanying top-quality spirit stones are extremely rare.
"Enough, enough!"
Consort De accepted the top-grade spirit stone containing both wood and fire, responding repeatedly.
As for whether these seven accompanying top-grade spirit stones are enough, she had no idea.
Rong Xi smiled and looked at Consort De, then solemnly said, "Mother, if seven pieces aren't enough, please just ask. Although the secret realm of the Yantian Sect is somewhat dangerous, your daughter-in-law is still capable of venturing there!"
Consort De pondered for a moment, then slowly asked, "Is that secret place very dangerous?"
"It's not that dangerous. However, my daughter-in-law's cultivation level is too weak. With her current cultivation level and strength, it's still somewhat risky for her to obtain many good things!"
Rong Xi spoke calmly.
She was well aware that everything that happened at Yonghe Palace today would be reported to Emperor Kangxi in detail.
She said this to endorse some of the things she would later obtain from the system. Although the system was a bit of a rip-off and only had a low-quality component, it did produce some good things.
These things are all shady and cannot be brought to light.
After all, people in this world aren't fools. She occasionally comes up with something interesting; if she can't explain why, who knows what might happen to her!
Now that the ancient lineage of the Yantian Sect is here, Rong Xi has an excellent cover.
"In that case, go again when your cultivation level is higher!"
Consort De was still somewhat uneasy.
Of course, it wasn't that she didn't trust Rong Xi, but rather that she didn't trust herself. She wasn't sure if seven top-grade spirit stones, each containing both wood and fire elements, would be enough for her breakthrough.
When Consort Tong came before, Rong Xi gave her ten top-grade spirit stones with gold and earth elements. But when it came to her, she only gave her seven, even though it was only three stones less.
Sometimes, even a difference of half a piece can lead to devastating results.
The path of cultivation is fraught with danger. Especially when breaking through to a higher realm, the slightest carelessness can lead to death and the annihilation of one's cultivation. Therefore, no amount of preparation before a breakthrough is excessive.
"If Mother has no other instructions, your daughter-in-law will go to Consort Hui's place in Yanxi Palace first!"
After Consort De finished speaking, Rong Xi neither agreed nor disagreed, but instead took her leave and prepared to depart.
Consort De was slightly taken aback by Rong Xi's unconventional actions, but could only say "okay" in the end.
"Daughter-in-law takes her leave!"
Rong Xi stood up, bowed, and walked away quickly.
After Rong Xi left, Consort De's anger finally erupted!
She slammed the teacup to the ground, her previously gentle and calm face now contorted with rage.
"Your Majesty, please calm your anger!"
Aunt Tu hurriedly spoke up.
"Granny Tu, how can I possibly calm down?"
"This Ulanara clan is doing this on purpose! She's deliberately targeting me! What? Only seven top-grade wood-fire spirit stones? Hmph, does she really think I'm an idiot?"
Consort De was not a fool; she could tell which of Rong Xi's words were true and which were false.
"Your Majesty, no matter what, you have obtained seven top-grade spirit stones!"
Granny Tu whispered, "Moreover, once Consort Tong and the others break through their cultivation levels, you'll know exactly how many top-grade spirit stones are enough to be safe!"
"This servant thinks that Fourth Princess Consort would never allow you to fail in your breakthrough!"
What do you think?
As a strategist by Consort De's side, Granny Tu was truly capable. She also offered an outsider's perspective, providing insightful and logical analysis.
Consort De was still angry, but after Tu Mama finished speaking, most of her anger subsided.
Granny Tu is right. No matter how dissatisfied Ulanara is, she can't possibly watch her fail to break through. As long as she wants to live a good life with the Fourth Prince, she has to keep currying favor with her.
"Granny Tu, if you weren't by my side, I would truly lose my composure!"
Consort De looked at Granny Tu very sincerely, "You have the dual spiritual roots of wood and earth. When I break through, I will definitely help you obtain enough top-grade spirit stones to help you break through."
"This servant thanks Your Highness!"
Tu Mama immediately bowed deeply to Consort De in gratitude.
Her aptitude is insufficient. Although she possesses dual spiritual roots, her meridians are flawed, and reaching the current half-step Golden Core realm is already extremely remarkable. Further advancement will be very difficult.
"Granny Tu, as for your meridian problem, you don't need to worry. The Ulanara clan can refine ancient meridian-opening pills. I will ask for one for you when the time comes..."
"Your Majesty's kindness is something I will never forget!"
Before Consort De could finish speaking, Granny Tu knelt down on the ground, tears of gratitude streaming down her face.
"Granny Tu, get up and speak! We don't need to talk about these things between us, master and servant!"
A smug look flashed across Consort De's face as she quickly stepped forward and helped Granny Tu up.
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