Chapter 674: News From the Azure Moon Sect? (4)
Chapter 674: Chapter 674: News From the Azure Moon Sect? (4)
Hearing that, Li Feng was a bit surprised.
"Choose the next emperor herself? Isn’t that a little too direct?"
Fen Ling chuckled.
"Normally, yes. But Qiao Qian isn’t someone who enjoys wasting time. The longer the succession war continues, the more resources will be lost, and the less profitable the situation becomes for everyone involved."
She paused, then a faint smile appearing on her lips.
"Besides, choosing an emperor who can stabilize the dynasty quickly would be far more beneficial to her than allowing several princes to fight until the entire Fen Dynasty is weakened beyond repair. After all, a weakened dynasty is far less useful to the Azure Moon Sect, and a dead one is of no benefit to anyone."
Li Feng rubbed his chin thoughtfully.
"So, in her eyes, the best candidate isn’t necessarily the strongest or the most talented, but the one who can end this mess as quickly as possible?"
"More or less." Fen Ling shrugged. "Of course, that doesn’t mean she’ll choose just anyone. The next emperor must still be someone capable of ruling the dynasty and maintaining its stability."
Li Feng fell silent for a moment before looking at Fen Ling.
"But if that happened, I doubt the current emperor will be too happy about someone else deciding who should inherit his throne."
Fen Ling smiled faintly as she rolled the tip with her index finger and spoke.
"Well, there’s not much he can do about it. After all, the person coming is a Grand Elder of the Azure Moon Sect. Even if he’s unhappy, does he really dare to oppose her openly? He was probably betting on the Azure Moon Sect staying out of the succession struggle for a while longer... but alas, it seems his bet has failed."
She shook her head.
"Besides, Qiao Qian isn’t some outsider who knows nothing about the Fen Dynasty. She used to oversee the dynasty’s affairs on behalf of the Azure Moon Sect, so she has considerable influence and connections here."
"Many of the important figures in the dynasty have dealt with her before. Some owe her favors, while others have benefited from her decisions. Even if the current emperor wanted to resist her, he would have to consider how many people might stand on her side."
Li Feng blinked in surprise hearing this.
...So it basically meant the true ruler was returning.
He knew that the Fen Dynasty was under the Azure Moon Sect’s supervision.
Although the dynasty had its own emperor and imperial court, the sect’s influence over its affairs was undeniable.
And given Grand Elder Qiao Qian’s status, she must have been the one responsible for overseeing the Fen Dynasty in the past.
However, this raised another question in his mind.
If she used to oversee the Fen Dynasty, why did she leave in the first place?
Li Feng couldn’t help but find it strange.
After all, with someone like her keeping an eye on things, even Peng Jianwei probably wouldn’t have dared to act so outrageously.
He turned toward Fen Ling, his curiosity getting the better of him.
"By the way, why did Grand Elder Qiao Qian leave the Fen Dynasty in the first place? If she had been overseeing things here, I doubt even Peng Jianwei would have dared to cause so much trouble."
Fen Ling’s smile faded slightly as she considered his question.
"That, I don’t know. You’ll have to ask her yourself."
Then she gave him a seductive smile as she gently ran her fingers across his impatient little brother, causing it to twitch.
"Now is that all you wanted to ask? After all, I still have something important to take care of."
Her voice carried a hint of temptation, and her eyes lingered on him meaningfully.
Li Feng couldn’t help but smile.
"Just one last question."
"I understand that her arrival means we can fulfill our... agreement sooner than expected."
Li Feng paused, then tilted his head curiously.
"But why did she choose to come in a week? If she’s planning to intervene in the succession war, wouldn’t it make more sense to arrive sooner and put an end to this mess?"
Fen Ling’s smile grew a little more mysterious.
"Because she’s Qiao Qian," she replied simply.
Li Feng blinks.
"That’s your explanation?"
"Of course not." Fen Ling chuckled. "Think about it. If she arrived immediately, the emperor and his supporters might become defensive, thinking the Azure Moon Sect was rushing to interfere. By giving them a week, she’s allowing the news to spread throughout the capital, giving the influential families time to prepare for her arrival."
"So she’s giving them a chance to behave themselves?"
"Something like that." Fen Ling smiled. "More importantly, she’s giving the princes one last week to settle their differences. They can fight or even kill each other during this time, but... once she arrives, she won’t tolerate any more infighting. The succession struggle will have to end, one way or another."
Li Feng nodded as realization dawned on him.
"So they’re free to fight for the throne for another week, but after that, the real ruler steps in?"
Fen Ling laughed softly.
"You could put it that way. Whether the princes like it or not, they’ll have to accept her decision when the time comes."
Li Feng fell silent as he digested the news, his thoughts already racing ahead.
’So, in a week, I can dual cultivate with Fen Ling, and afterward, she’ll help me obtain that flame to awaken Fen Ziyan.’
His eyes brightened at the thought.
’If everything goes smoothly, I should be able to return to the sect soon.’
Just imagining it brought a satisfied smile to his face.
He could finally put the troublesome matters of the Fen Dynasty behind him and return to the peaceful life he’d been longing for.
More importantly, he could fulfill his dream of... ehem, secluded cultivation with Yue Lan and Fen Ziyan.
’Ah, what a wonderful life that will be! No politics, no troublesome responsibilities, and no endless running around. Just me and my lovely companions, cultivating in peace~’
Li Feng was getting sick and tired of all these political games and endless schemes.
Every time he dealt with one problem, another seemed to pop up, dragging him into yet another mess.
Honestly, he was starting to appreciate the straightforward people in the cultivation world.
If they had a problem with someone, they would simply settle it with their fists or swords.
If things escalated, they would fight to the death.
At least those people were honest about their intentions.
There was no need to waste time guessing what they were thinking or worrying about a hidden scheme behind every friendly smile.
Compared to all these political games and endless plots, that kind of straightforwardness was surprisingly refreshing.
The more he thought about it, the happier he became.
Of course, Li Feng knew better than to let his guard down.
The cultivation world was full of unexpected dangers, and peace could never be taken for granted.
Still, at least for now, there were no enemies or looming calamities in sight.
For once, he could finally breathe a little easier and focus on what truly mattered: getting stronger and... getting richer.
He still needed to bring Goldie back.
Thinking about it, Li Feng’s smile widened.
’Strength, wealth, and a peaceful life with my lovely companions. Now that’s what I call a perfect future!’
Just as Li Feng was indulging in pleasant fantasies, his expression suddenly changed.
His face scrunched up, and a soft moan of pleasure escaped his lips as he felt that tight, wet warmth enveloping his little brother.
"O-Oh~"
Li Feng glanced down and saw Fen Ling’s red lips already pressed firmly against the base of his groin, his thick little brother completely swallowed.
Fen Ling’s crimson eyes glanced up at him, a playful smile tugging at her lips.
There was a mischievous glint in her gaze, as if she were silently telling him: Prepare yourself.
Li Feng gulped in anticipation, his own smile turning lewd.
’Hehe, this is going to be another good night.’