Rong Xi was actually very calm.
It wasn't just that she recognized Kangxi's true identity; more importantly, she had Taotie and Qiongqi protecting her. Furthermore, she had already reached a preliminary cooperation agreement with the system.
In short, in this mortal realm, unless it's some ancient forbidden land or a suddenly appearing ancient monster, Rong Xi can completely overpower all enemies.
Half an hour later, Granny Rui returned.
The Fourth Prince naturally returned with Granny Rui as well!
When Granny Rui arrived at the Hui Te tribe, the Fourth Prince was having a pleasant conversation with Ye Erji Luoqiang and a group of Nascent Soul cultivators from the Hui Te tribe. However, after receiving Granny Rui's message, he immediately bid farewell to Ye Erji Luoqiang and the others.
The appearance of an unknown rogue cultivator at the Nascent Soul Realm at the Prince's mansion's grand banquet was a serious matter that the Fourth Prince had to take seriously. Moreover, Granny Rui had come to inform him on Rong Xi's orders.
"Madam, is there something wrong with this man?"
Upon his return, the Fourth Prince did not immediately go to see Emperor Kangxi, but instead met with Rong Xi first.
"Your Highness, this person comes from a place called Immortal Valley, a hundred miles south of the city. According to Consort Song, Immortal Valley is a trading market for independent cultivators. However, most of the cultivators coming and going in Immortal Valley are below the Golden Core realm. And the cultivation resources they possess are extremely rare even in the imperial court!"
"I believe there's something wrong with this Immortal Valley!"
Rong Xi didn't beat around the bush with the Fourth Prince and directly told him her and Granny Xiang's assessment. As for how to deal with Immortal Valley, that was up to the Fourth Prince to decide.
"I understand!"
The Fourth Prince was also a clever man. After listening to Rong Xi's words, he quickly understood the true meaning behind them.
If there are problems with Immortal Valley, then Yan Shiwo, who took the initiative to approach him, is the prime suspect. For a Nascent Soul cultivator to approach him, his intentions are likely far from simple.
"Thank you for your trouble, my lady. I will go and see him now!"
The Fourth Prince immediately bid farewell to Yunshang and headed straight for the main banquet hall of the grand feast.
As the Fourth Prince arrived, many people in the main banquet hall stood up to pay their respects and express their gratitude.
Spiritual meals are something many cultivators might never experience in their entire lives. Yet now, the benevolent Prince Yong, in order to improve the overall strength of the cultivators in Zichuan City, is providing a spiritual meal for free.
During the grand feast, many people broke through their cultivation levels.
Even two Nascent Soul cultivators have appeared!
Although these cultivators who advanced to the Nascent Soul stage were all government officials, the power of example transcends social status. Even independent cultivators were filled with envy for those who achieved breakthroughs.
The Fourth Prince nodded to each of them in return before proceeding to the main table where Emperor Kangxi was seated.
"Aisin-Gioro Yinzhen greets Senior!"
The Fourth Prince looked at Kangxi, gazing at the unfamiliar face, yet inexplicably felt something was amiss. For some reason, seeing this person, the Fourth Prince felt a sense of familiarity. Moreover, he even felt a feeling of closeness towards this person.
The innate bond between father and son truly exists!
However, the Fourth Prince was unaware of this.
"Prince Yong, there's no need for such formalities. It is I who have troubled you!"
Kangxi naturally accepted the Fourth Prince's greetings without any discomfort.
Although he now goes by the alias Yan Shiwo, it is still acceptable for a cultivator at the Nascent Soul stage to receive a salute from the Fourth Prince.
"You flatter me, senior!"
The Fourth Prince showed no dissatisfaction with Kangxi sitting in the main seat and sat directly opposite him.
Emperor Kangxi chuckled and said, "I have long heard of Prince Yong's reputation for being courteous to scholars, and seeing him today, I can confirm that it is indeed well-deserved. This grand feast has truly benefited countless independent cultivators. As one of them, I have no way to repay you, but I have some news to share with you!"
"Senior is too kind. This junior has only done my humble best. Zichuan City is located on the frontier, a place where ferocious beasts and monsters lurk. If it can strengthen the city's defenses, what is a mere spiritual meal?"
The Fourth Prince spoke with great righteousness and awe.
Upon hearing this, Kangxi merely smiled. If he were to reveal his true identity now, he would certainly teach this spendthrift son a lesson. The grand feast of spiritual food, catering to tens of thousands of cultivators, was something he wouldn't have dared to be so extravagant even when he was on the throne.
However, the ingredients for this grand feast were mainly provided by the Nalanara clan. Apart from envy and jealousy, Kangxi was left with nothing but regret and annoyance.
If he hadn't made that wrong step, why would he be faking his death and hiding from the world now?
Despite his eloquent words at the time, he was actually very unwilling to accept it.
A beautiful woman is what he desires.
He still desired the throne and power.
He would rather love a beautiful woman than his kingdom?
Stop kidding me!
If he hadn't seen that even the Azure Dragon King had been defeated by Taotie, and that all his trump cards had been rendered useless, why would he have said those words?
He has indeed won the heart of his beloved. However, without the power of an emperor, he is now merely living off his dwindling fortune. Moreover, the world of cultivation is fraught with peril. Even though he has reached the Nascent Soul stage, he is not invincible.
"I deeply admire Prince Yong's righteousness!"
Kangxi spoke in a seemingly casual tone, "Within a hundred li of Zichuan City, there is a Valley of Immortals. I created it in my spare time, and now I will give it to Your Highness!"
Fairy Valley, a gift for the Fourth Prince!
With the help of Taotie, Rong Xi easily overheard the conversation between Kangxi and the Fourth Prince in the main banquet hall.
When Rong Xi heard that Emperor Kangxi wanted to give Fairy Valley to the Fourth Prince, she was immediately impressed!
Old ginger is spicier; the old folks really don't lie.
Look at what Kangxi did, brilliantly!
He also knew that Immortal Valley had many weaknesses, so he simply gave it to the Fourth Prince. In this way, the weaknesses of Immortal Valley were no longer weaknesses.
"Senior, this is undeserved, I cannot accept such a reward..."
"Prince Yong, please do not refuse. I am destined to meet you. Over the years, I have traveled the world, and this Immortal Valley has followed me without ever having a stable place to stay."
Kangxi began to speak eloquently. "Now that this Immortal Valley has been handed over to Your Highness, it will surely flourish under your guidance."
"This... senior, I'm afraid I can't accept such a title!"
Thinking of what Rongxi had told him, the Fourth Prince instinctively wanted to refuse Kangxi's kind offer.
"It's alright, I will remain here for the next few days. If Your Highness has any questions, please feel free to come to me, and I will answer them to the best of my ability!"
With Kangxi having put it this way, what could the Fourth Prince say? He could only accept this kind offer.
"Prince Yong, the Immortal Valley is yours. I have only one request!"
"Please speak, senior!"
"My original purpose in creating Immortal Valley was to benefit independent cultivators. I hope Your Highness will remember this!"
Emperor Kangxi spoke these words with utmost seriousness and solemnity.
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