20demayo Chapter 661 - 660: Rejecting the Throne 【Tenth Update】
Chapter 661 - 660: Rejecting the Throne 【Tenth Update】
Xiao Yi, however, was unaware that Xiao Tianjiao had already been taken away by a mysterious person.
He had just returned to the place where he had previously clashed with Xiao Tianjiao,
Her eyes were truly fierce this time!
Interrupting my meal.
I'll swallow you whole!
Thinking this, Xiao Xue unconsciously bared her two sharp tiger teeth.
"..."
Long Sihai's heart trembled, he lamented and dared not haggle any longer, and said solemnly, "His Majesty has agreed. Six big dynasties to the south of the Sword Dynasty, totaling one thousand one hundred thirty-four small kingdoms, will be divided and given to you. From now on, our two countries will take the Tian River at the northern border of the Sword Dynasty as the boundary and will not violate each other's territory, coexisting in the north and the south!"
Xiao Yi, however, outright ignored the last two sentences.
What nonsense about not violating each other's territory.
There's never any talk of coexistence between nations.
As long as there's enough interest or if the benefits far outweigh the risks, they will definitely take action regardless of the cost.
However...
With the support of one of the human sanctuaries, Holy Land Baiyu Capital, behind Xiao Yi and his people, even if Nantian Dynasty wanted to move against them, it would need to weigh the consequences.
Long Sihai said in a deep voice, "I will take my leave now. Within a month, an envoy will come to sign the treaty between our countries!"
"Safe travels, no need to see you out!"
Xiao Yi made a gesture of farewell.
As for signing the treaty, it was merely a formality after all.
If there really was a war, even if you went there carrying a chariot-load of treaties, they would be of no use.
Long Sihai nodded towards Fang Qingzhu and then soared into the sky.
He left, breaking through the air.
With the departure of Long Sihai, the catastrophe that the Great Qian Dynasty had been facing had finally come to an end. Among those most excited and mobilized were Yang Zun, Emperor Qian Yang Hualong, and Crown Prince Yang Ling.
Not only had they resolved a catastrophe, but they had also allowed the Great Qian Dynasty to rise.
The Sword Dynasty to the south, ah!
This was equivalent to one-third of the Nantian Dynasty.
From now on...
The Great Qian Dynasty could also be called the Daqian Dynasty!
However...
In their joy,
Emperor Qian and the others fell silent as they watched Xiao Yi affectionately chatting and laughing with Fang Qingzhu. They exchanged glances, and it seemed Emperor Qian had made a certain decision; he nodded at them and then approached Xiao Yi.
"Xiao Yi!"
Emperor Qian came before Xiao Yi and said in a deep voice.
"Your Majesty? Did you need me for something?" Xiao Yi was startled.
Emperor Qian took a deep breath. He, along with Yang Zun and Yang Ling, simultaneously fell to one knee with a thud and said gravely, "On behalf of the billions of citizens of the Great Qian Dynasty, I thank Xiao Zhenguo for his life-saving grace!"
"Please, get up quickly!"
Xiao Yi raised his palm, lifting them to their feet, his face revealing a bitter smile. "Since I am a king with equal ranking as the sovereign, it is only natural for me to protect the citizens of the Great Qian Dynasty."
The three men were helped up by Xiao Yi.
Emperor Qian said solemnly, "Xiao Yi, after our discussion, we have decided... it would be best for the throne of the Daqian Dynasty to be yours in the future!"
"That's right, Xiao Yi. If it weren't for you, the Great Qian Dynasty might have already perished. You are the most suitable person to sit on this throne!" Yang Ling also said with a smile, his eyes clear, showing not a trace of hypocrisy.
Xiao Yi looked at the three men, yet he started to laugh, shaking his head as he said, "The emperor's seat should still be yours! My ambition is not there; in the future, I shall simply fulfill my role as Xiao Zhenguo with honesty."
"But..."
Emperor Qian and the others still wanted to persuade him.
Xiao Yi waved his hand, feigning displeasure, "Enough, don't disturb our reunion. You all go deal with the aftermath. Though the Nantian Dynasty has compromised, fully integrating these thousands of realms to the south will not be so easy. You have much work ahead!"
The three men looked at each other, confused.
Next to them, Fang Qingzhu said with a smile, "You should listen to Xiao Yi."
Seeing Fang Qingzhu also speaking out,
Emperor Qian and the others dared not persuade further and could only retreat.
From a distance, Bai Fa Sword Emperor, Ji Luanyue, and Huang Feihu did not dare approach either, as Xiao Yi's terrifying strength alone had deeply deterred them, not to mention the support he had from the Holy Land Baiyu Capital behind him!
The three exchanged glances.
Huang Feihu suggested, "Fellow companions, now that the Daqian Dynasty has been newly established, I think joining them is a fine choice!"
Ji Luanyue hesitated for a moment before saying, "I have wandered for many years as well; it is time to settle down!"
"In that case, I shall stay as well!"
Bai Fa Sword Emperor pondered for a moment, then nodded, indicating he too wished to join the Daqian Dynasty.
The three immediately went to find Emperor Qian.
When they learned that they were willing to join the Daqian Dynasty and henceforth the Chaotic Sea Domain would be brought into the territory of the Daqian Dynasty, Emperor Qian naturally would not refuse. He promised many benefits and preferential policies, which greatly satisfied Bai Fa Sword Emperor and the others.
Only among the crowd,
Standing together with Huang Baitao, Huang Yuwei stared blankly at Xiao Yi, who was holding hands with Fang Qingzhu as they departed. A tinge of melancholy flashed in her eyes.
"Girl, let it go!" sighed Huang Baitao, advising her.
That's the Holy Maiden of the Holy Land Baiyu Capital!
How can you compete with her?
Huang Yuwei gave a bitter smile and said, "Father, let your daughter bury this affection in her heart then!"
"But this will cause you great pain..." Huang Baitao said with concern.
Huang Yuwei gently shook her head: "As long as I can often see him and know he is happy, that is enough for me!"
Just as Huang Yuwei was gazing tenderly at Xiao Yi,
Ye Qingyu, who stood out among the crowd, also was staring intensely at Xiao Yi's departing figure. A venomous look flashed in his eyes, and he clenched his fists, grinding his teeth: "Qingzhu is mine; the Holy Land Baiyu Capital is mine too. Xiao Yi, you will not take all this away from me!"
Meanwhile,
In the southernmost skies of the Qingtian Realm, a pillar of fire roared down from the heavens.
It struck the ground fiercely.
In an instant, it turned into a sea of flames, the pillar rolling out thousands of miles, with the flames spreading over an enormous distance. And when the flames on the surface of the fireball had completely vanished, a black Stele stood erect at the edge of the sea of fire.
On the Stele, several mysterious and ancient characters pulsed with a faint glow...
PS: Ten chapters complete! Goodnight, everyone. Xiao Tian will continue to explode with releases tomorrow!