Rules of Heaven - C57

Ji Yuanmeng, the ninth daughter of the current king of the State of Zhou, titled the Nine Dream Princess. However, she didn’t like people calling her that. Instead, he liked people calling her Xiao Jiu. If someone asked her why, she would arrogantly reply, “Because I’m the ninth son of the first generation.”

She thought this answer was very interesting, but not many people could understand what it meant.

The Ninth Princess was not in a good mood recently. This was because Ji Yuanhang was prepared to marry him to the newly appointed Emperor of Shu. Even though it was rumored that this handsome and talented Emperor Shu was still unwilling to give up.

“I don’t even know him, why should I marry him?”

These were the ninth princess’ exact words, but Ji Yuanhang did not listen. Although the ninth princess was cute and beautiful, Ji Yuanhang did not like her and did not spoil her either.

Thus, the people in the palace rarely tried to get close to her.

Therefore, the task of marrying Bashu this time fell on her shoulders.

This Ninth Princess had always been lonely since she was young, but she had always been lively and never felt sad about these things.

The ninth princess’ palace was outside the imperial palace, outside the inner city, and outside the city.

It was located next to a lake in Chao Yang City. It was a mansion that was hundreds of feet square. Ding Hong simply couldn’t believe his ears. This was because the members of the royal family he knew were all clad in silver and gold. They lived in the palace and were served by tens of thousands of people.

However, when Ding Hong arrived at the residence of the ninth princess, he immediately changed his mind. Because it was very quiet, the air was fresh, and it was as cool and refreshing as if it had been raining.

Although the ninth princess wasn’t treated favorably, her safety was still guaranteed. From time to time, Ding Hong would see a few female guards patrolling back and forth. Judging from their gait and temperament, they were definitely not soldiers that ordinary soldiers could compare to. Some of them even had spiritual energy circulating within their bodies.

“Why is this ninth princess so unpopular with Ji Yuanhang?”

Ding Hong was talking about Ji Yuanhang, not the Emperor. That was because Bai Li had already told him everything along the way, including his identity as the commander of the tribulation. He wanted him to not lose any face from the tribulations when he was outside in the future.

At this moment, Bai Li was walking in front of him. Upon hearing his question, he said, “If you’re free, go ask Ji Yuan.”

“…” Ding Hong smiled in embarrassment. With his strength, he naturally wouldn’t dare to ask.

When Bai Li arrived at the entrance of the residence, it was extremely quiet. Only two female guards were guarding the entrance. There was a plaque on the door with the words Old Dream Circle on it, but it looked as if it had been weathered for many years.

Bai Li turned to the female guard and asked, “Is Ji Yuanmeng inside?”

The two female guards had already known her for a long time. They hurriedly bowed and replied, “Mr. Bai, the princess is not at home. She’s going for a stroll on the lake.”

“He went to play again.” Bai Li frowned slightly. “Where did you go?”

“Roughly two hours ago.”

Hearing the tone in Bai Li’s voice, Ding Hong felt as though he was acquainted with the Nine Dream Princess.

Seeing that Ji Yuanmeng wasn’t around, Bai Li took Ding Hong to the lake. The lake was very big, and from time to time, there were hidden sentries. The lake was surrounded by mountains, and it was unknown if there were any wild beasts in the forest. However, seeing so many guards, it was likely that some wild beasts had already been roasted by them.

After walking for a while, Ding Hong saw a small boat port by the lake. The entire port was built with logs, and the passageway was covered with reeds. It looked less grand and more natural.

Bai Li brought Ding Hong to the harbor. Inside was a small wooden table and four small stools. There was a copper teapot and several bamboo cups on the table. After entering, Bai Li sat down on a small stool and poured some tea into his cup. As he slowly sipped it, he paid no heed to Ding Hong.

Feeling helpless, Ding Hong could only sit there and drink his tea.

Not long after, the sounds of giggling of young girls and the sound of oars sliding on the surface of the water could be heard. Ding Hong looked over and saw a plain silk outfit. His hair was tied up with a cicada wing ribbon. When he looked at it, he could not help but feel close to it.

Suddenly, she saw Bai Li and Ding Hong in the harbor. Although she did not know Ding Hong, she knew Bai Li. She could not help but shout, “Ah, big white geezer, you’re here again.”

“Pfft.” The tea that Ding Hong drank in a single gulp was stuck in his throat. He hurriedly turned his head and spat it out.

Bai Li frowned and glanced at him, then said to Ji Yuanmeng who was on the boat, “Girl, prepare yourself. Tell your father later that we will leave tomorrow.”

Ji Yuan’s heart was originally very excited when he saw Ding Hong’s actions, but after seeing Ding Hong’s actions, his mood became even better. However, when she suddenly heard his words, her face twitched and her whole body was like a deflated balloon. She instantly lost all her energy.

At this moment, Ding Hong finally recovered his strength. His words just now had scared him. Ding Hong was initially depressed, but after seeing Ji Yuanmeng’s expression, he found it hard to tease her.

Bai Li’s expression was the same as usual. There was neither joy nor anger on his face as he said indifferently, “Go and pack up. Later, go and tell your father about this matter.”

Ji Yuan saw his expression and suddenly stomped his foot and shouted, “Can’t you comfort someone! You are as cold as a boulder every single day, you are completely uninteresting! ”

As the boat neared the harbor, Ji Yuanmeng jumped up from the boat and sat down at the table. However, she looked at Ding Hong with interest and asked, “Hey, what’s your name? They should be in the same organization as the white-haired old man, right? How old are you this year? Is it more than a hundred? Have you looked for anyone? Should I introduce them? Do you have any other name besides’ Wu ‘in that organization? “You …”

It was actually Bai Li who could not hold it in any longer. He stood up and pulled her towards Old Dream.

Ding Hong’s face twitched. After Bai Li pulled her up, he could not help but heave a sigh of relief and hurriedly stood up to follow him. Ji Yuanmeng was very dissatisfied with Bai Li’s actions, chattering non-stop along the way.

“Geezer Bai, how did you live for so many years?”

“Did you end up getting married?”

“Say something …”

“You can’t have become a mute, right?”

“Hey, hey, hey …”

Ding Hong’s head suddenly felt as big as a cow. He had the misconception that if he met any demons, ghosts, or ignorant bandits on the way, she would be able to kill them with her mouth …

After walking for a while, Ding Hong could no longer hold it in and said, “Bai Li, I have something to take care of. Tomorrow morning, I will be waiting for you at the Heaven Viewing Pavilion.”

After speaking, he hurriedly left. When Bai Li heard his words, his eyebrows immediately furrowed. Ding Hong, on the other hand, didn’t even give him a chance to speak as he quickly left.

“Eh, why did he leave? Is there something wrong? Old White, do you know where he went? ”

At this moment, even Bai Li couldn’t help but ask, “Can you calm down for a moment?”

“Ha, Old Bai, you finally spoke.”

“Tell me why your hair is so white …”

Bai Li could not take it anymore. He turned into a gust of wind and pulled it into the dream circle.

Actually, a part of the reason why Ding Hong found an excuse to leave was because of Ji Yuanmeng, while another part of the reason was because of the matter regarding the Taoist Monastery regarding the Dragon-Drake Man and the Heavenly Dragon Horse.

Speaking of which, it had already been two years since he had parted with Wu Yu. Now that he thought about it, Wu Yu had also been riding a white Spirit Horse. Even if the Drake Man wasn’t the Wu Yu that he knew, he would still be able to take care of her. After all, his relationship with Wu Yu was pretty good. Moreover, they loved each other. Thus, he had a favorable impression of this new Draconian.

Yesterday, Daoist Priest Fang Tian Monastery said that in the west street of Chao Yang City, there was a place for the disciples of Fang Tian Monastery to stay. After taking a walk around the west street, they finally saw a place for the disciples of Fang Tian Monastery.

When the guard’s disciple saw the mask he was wearing, he could tell that he was someone of extraordinary status. He couldn’t afford to offend someone of such status, so when he heard the guard’s question, he hurriedly asked, “Is Young Master Zhou here?”

Ding Hong said, “That’s right.”

The guard disciple said, “Young Master Xiaofeng, Martial Uncle Zhou has been waiting for a long time. Please come in.” After which, he quickly led the way. Ding Hong smiled kindly at the other guard and followed him inside.

This residence was also a Taoist temple with a large incense burner placed in the middle. The guard brought him directly to the main hall and said, “Young master Xiaoxiao, please wait for a moment. I will call Martial Uncle Zhou over right now.”

Ding Hong nodded his head and went to the back.

This hall was very simple, but there was a portrait placed in the middle, giving the impression of majesty. The portrait depicted two old men, one with a long white beard, the other with a black beard. At first glance, he seemed rather dignified, but upon closer inspection, he felt that it was rather comical.

However, after looking at it for a while, Ding Hong actually felt as though the two people in the portrait were slowly becoming one! When he looked at it, he could not help but sink into it. He felt the Yin Yang diagram in his chest start to spin. Before it rotated even once, he could feel the surrounding spiritual energy becoming heavier. It wasn’t much, but it did increase.

Suddenly, when the two figures were about to join together, a repulsive force came. After a while, they suddenly separated. This sudden scene made Ding Hong, who was focused on the connection, feel a wave of chaos. Spiritual energy from the communication was poured into the Spirit Point in his body, causing him to be unable to hold on for a while as he spat out a mouthful of blood.

“My young master, what’s wrong with you?” Zhou Yitian, who had just come out, was startled upon seeing him and hurriedly helped him up.

Ding Hong bitterly laughed in his heart. He did not expect that he would be so careless as to ignore the question. Hearing Zhou Zhou ask, he said, “It’s nothing.”

Zhou Zhou Zhou glanced at his expression and saw that he was looking at the painting again. In a flash of realization, he exclaimed, “Could it be that Young Master is meditating on this Ancestral Painting?”

Because he had the Heavenly Talisman, the blood that Ding Hong lost was quickly replenished by the Heavenly Talisman. He asked, “Ancestor Map?” He slightly moved his hand, indicating that his body had recovered. He did not need Zhou Quan’s support. A surprised light flashed across Zhou Zhou Zhou’s eyes as he let go of his hands.

“This Ancestral Painting was copied by the previous Sect Leader many years ago, and is not the real deal. “The painting on the map was drawn by the founder of the Celestial Sect of Wonders. It contains the principles of the Six Yin and Yang, but no one has been able to comprehend it in so many years. Who would have thought that Young Master Xiaofeng managed to find some clues in such a short amount of time?” Zhou Jie explained.

“You flatter me.” Ding Hong wiped off the blood from the corner of his mouth. Seeing this, Zhou Zhou Zhou gave a signal to the disciple that was guarding the gate. That person then took out a wet piece of silk from the back hall and handed it to Ding Hong.

Ding Hong received it and replied, “Many thanks.”

Zhou Zhou smiled and said, “It was just a small matter.” Pausing for a moment, he continued, “We have already retrieved the Draconic Lizard Horse and the Heavenly Dragon Horse. The Heavenly Dragon Horse has already been delivered to the prince’s mansion, while the Draconic Lizard Horse is resting here.”

“Oh?” Ding Hong glanced at him and said, “Then can I see him now?”

“Naturally.”

Zhou Zhou led the way, leading Ding Hong to a resting room in the backyard. They knocked on the door and asked, “Lady Jin?”

It wasn’t long before the door was opened. It was a beautiful woman. She had sharp eyebrows and nose, and her skin was as white as snow. It caused people’s eyes to light up.

What a beautiful woman!

“What’s the matter, Immortal Elder?” Jin glanced at Ding Hong and Zhou Zhou, and then asked Zhou Zhou.

Zhou Zhou Zhou glanced at her and could not control himself. He coughed dryly and said, “This is the young master that subdued Li Xiaobai with us yesterday. This young master said he might know you, so I brought him to find you.”

“Oh?” Jin gave him a strange look, but after realizing that he had contributed a lot to his freedom, he said: “Thank you, young master, but I do not know who you are.”

Ding Hong had seen many beautiful women these years. Although the brocade was beautiful, it wasn’t as breathtaking as the others she had met, such as Wu Yu, Chu Yao, Xiao Qin, and the white-clothed girl. Seeing her speak, he replied: “Yes, I recognize him.” After thinking for a moment, he asked, “I wonder if the young lady knows Wu Yu?”

Jin was shocked. “Third Princess?”

“Third Princess?” Ding Hong was slightly puzzled, but he didn’t know why he said Wu Yu was the third princess.

When Zhou Zhou heard Ding Hong’s question and recalled the brocade’s reply, he instantly retreated. The man in front of him must have recognized Wu Yu, the mermaid turned out to be the third princess of the mermaid! Thinking of this, his eyes lit up even more.

The country of the Fallen Dragons had always been a mysterious place, normally giving gifts to the upper echelons was only a few women with ordinary status. There were also people saying that if anyone could obtain the support of the Drake’s people in this world, then their power would increase by leaps and bounds in a short period of time!

When he thought of this, Zhou Zhou Zhou decided to recommend Ding Hong to the fourth prince, Ji Xing Jian.

The fourth prince, Ji Xing Jian Zhou, had always thought that he was a great talent. However, he had always been too lustful of women to fight for more power. And now that the symbol of Ji Xing Jian’s man was gone, he would definitely calm down. The only thing in his heart would be hatred and power. At this moment, Ji Xing Jian was the person who embodied his talent the most!

However, Zhou Zhou Zhou didn’t know how stupid his idea was!

Ding Hong’s current identity was the tribulation of time. Although many people did not know about this organization, those standing at the peak of power knew what the word “tribulation” meant! Many geniuses from aristocratic families and outstanding disciples of the Daoist sects would squeeze their way into this time of chaos, even if they were just ordinary members!

However, Ding Hong had yet to realize this.

When Ding Hong heard Jin say that Wu Yu was the third princess, he couldn’t help but mutter to himself, “En, then remember to send my regards to him when you return.”

Jin pondered for a moment, then asked: “Young Master’s surname is…”

“Miss.” Ding Hong suddenly interrupted her and said, “Just say that you know someone from Jiu Sang.”

Upon hearing these words, a light flashed in the eyes of the familiar face of Ku Sang, and he replied, “Alright.”

Although Zhou Zhou could tell that the two were talking about some sort of secret, he didn’t know what to say exactly. Ding Hong knew that the curse was now too powerful. If he leaked his name to others, the curse would definitely detect him! However, the Curse of Perception today was very different from the past. As for why, Ding Hong could only say that he felt it.

Since he had recognized the wrong person, Ding Hong took his leave and left the Fang Tianjing Sect.