Quan Ji could feel that at the very moment when Master Shenxuan's life came to an end, the golden dragon heart in her spatial treasure bag was trembling.
Her eyes darkened slightly as she looked at Yan Xingchen.
"The curse has not been lifted yet."
Yan Xingchen knew what Quan Ji was regretting, and she comforted her, "Master Shenxuan is incredibly insightful. Since he didn't say it out loud, perhaps there was no other way. Sister, don't worry."
Quan Ji looked at the girl in front of her: "What do you plan to do next?"
She knew that Empress Ruoqiu had entrusted the Xinmeng Empire to Yan Xingchen, but she was ultimately just a thirteen or fourteen-year-old girl, cute and delicate, seemingly unable to withstand the storms of life.
With such a heavy burden falling on her shoulders, as she was part of a third-tier empire, could she really shoulder it?
Suddenly, Yan Xingchen knelt down, his gaze fixed on Quan Ji's face.
"Young Miss, I humbly request the Holy Radiance Empire to accept my Dream Sin Empire as a vassal state. The Dream Sin Empire is willing to treat the Holy Radiance Empire according to the rules that vassal states follow towards their master states!"
"I only ask... that the Holy Radiance Empire can protect the Dream Sin Empire and help it through this most difficult time! And that it can lend a helping hand in times of crisis!"
Before Empress Ruoqiu died, she said, "From now on, there will be no more dreams in the world, only the sin of imperial dreams." Yan Xingchen was obediently fulfilling all the instructions given to him by Empress Ruoqiu.
Quan Ji was slightly taken aback, clearly not expecting that Empress Ruoqiu would have thought of such a backup plan.
A third-tier empire is already considered to have officially entered the threshold of imperial hegemony on the Noah continent. It is absolutely impossible for it to become a vassal state of other empires, as that would lower the empire's status.
However, looking at the current situation, this is indeed the best way out for the Dream Sin Empire—after this incident, the Dream Sin Empire can never continue to rely on tourism to survive in the struggle for imperial supremacy as it once did.
They now have to face the same problems that all empires face.
Unfortunately... with such a long period of tourism development, the Dream Sin Empire could never have become a powerful empire, especially now that it has been severely damaged and its ruler has changed.
Everything happened so suddenly, and the Dream Sin Empire actually occupies a large area and has always been a coveted prize, coveted by countless people.
There were once powerful figures who coveted the "Heart Dream Empire" and sought its protection in memory of its founders.
Empress Ruoqiu also said that the sins of the "Heart Dream Empire" will be proclaimed to the world and judged by future generations.
The "Heart Dream Empire" will become the "Dream Sin Empire," and its nature will change.
So, how many people would still be willing to take action for the "Dream Sin Empire"?
Clearly, the Dream Sin Empire needs a powerful protector at this time.
Quan Ji looked at the girl in front of her, her breathing slightly heavier, and a golden light flickered in her eyes. She said, "Yes."
This is her connection with the "Dream Sin Empire".
This is a way of repaying the gains I made in the Dream Empire.
Yan Xingchen was extremely grateful, "Thank you, Miss!"
Quan Ji's voice, as always, carried a natural coldness: "Get up, the ground is cold."
Yan Xingchen quickly got up.
Quan Ji looked at the girl in front of her once again.
Despite her delicate and lovely appearance, she carries a heavy burden that is beyond the reach of people her age.
However, from the very beginning in Xiangzhi City, when this seemingly weak and easily bullied girl was the first to resist, she had already become a qualified "adult".
Perhaps Empress Ruoqiu had already foreseen this, which is why she agreed to let this little girl come with them to such a dangerous place?
Perhaps Empress Ruoqiu had already prepared all possible escape routes.
Quan Ji continued, "From now on, how will the Dream Sin Empire proceed?"
Yan Xingchen looked up at the courtyard, where the starry sky was elusive and mysterious.
"The road ahead is uncertain. Empress Ruoqiu told me that the Dream Sin Empire is a brand new empire, and whatever path it takes, I have to explore it myself."
“I know this path will be difficult, far more difficult than slowly rising from a first-level empire, because we no longer have the opportunity to follow the old path, nor do we have the strength to compete with the other third-level empires on the Noah Continent. We are facing a fog of uncertainty, and we are likely to stumble and fall. However… with Miss here, we do have a few more opportunities to stumble and fall.”
Quan Ji was pleased that Yan Xingchen could see the situation clearly, but she still had to remind Yan Xingchen: "Although the Holy Glory Empire can protect you for a while, it is not invincible. However, here... I still represent the Holy Glory Empire and offer the most sincere expectations of the Dream Sin Empire."
Yan Xingchen's eyes shone with gratitude, like stars shining brightly, filled with longing.
"I will try my best."
"Strive to become as amazing as the young lady."
"To become a ruler who can stand alone against all odds."
The girl's heart found direction, and her prayers were kept in her heart.
Quan Ji reached out and ruffled the girl's hair: "You will."
Yan Xingchen tentatively asked again, "Miss, are you... leaving?"
With all the problems of the Heart Dream Empire resolved, the young lady has no reason to stay here.
Quan Ji nodded: "I'll leave tomorrow morning."
She also needs to go to the Whispering Forest to find the elves to heal the damage to her primal energy.
A hint of longing flashed in Yan Xingchen's eyes: "Then... could you leave after my coronation ceremony tomorrow? I hope you can stay by my side, Miss. I... am scared."
Ultimately, she was just a little girl.
She was an orphan herself, and the person who treated her best and whom she considered family was Empress Ruoqiu after she fell on hard times.
Now that Empress Ruoqiu is no longer here, she, a thirteen-year-old girl, has to face a brand-new coronation ceremony for a third-level empire and make decisions that will change the entire country. It's inevitable that she feels somewhat apprehensive and nervous.
She would feel much better if someone she could trust were with her.
Quan Ji felt that since their relationship had come to this point, she might as well go all the way and do a good deed to the end.
"good."
Yan Xingchen's eyes lit up.
"Thank you, Miss!"
...
...
The group left the Heart-Stirring Temple.
Just as I reached the top of the stairs, I suddenly heard a sound of collapse behind me.
Rumble, rumble—!
The enormous sound of the collapse was deafening.
When everyone turned around, all they could see was the once exquisite yet simple temple, now completely collapsed.
Suddenly, an indescribable feeling welled up in their throats, unable to escape or come down. All that remained was the hope of facing a completely new life.
The group turned around and continued walking towards the stairs.
On the steps, they could see the lights of the cities of acquaintance and friendship ahead, and then a few sky lanterns emerged, carrying hopes for peace, and quietly flew into the sky.
Perhaps the people in "Heart Dream Empire" can also sense it.
Their future will be completely different.
Just then, a figure darted past in front of me.
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