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Chen Wanrong wouldn't feel jealous just because Lu Chen had something going on with Yun Xianxian, but she always felt something was off.

Initially, she had regarded Lin Wanyun as if she were her own mother in her heart, and then that bastard Lu Chen ended up… with Lin Wanyun.

Now, to think that Lu Chen had actually laid his hands on his own master…

Was this little bastard truly so unconcerned with basic human decency?

Seeing Chen Wanrong with a frosty expression, Lu Chen chuckled and said, "I did think about doing something bad to her, but unfortunately, she's a Celestial and I'm no match for her. She thinks I have a unique physique, so yesterday she examined my body."

"We're completely innocent."

Hearing what Lu Chen had said, Chen Wanrong showed a doubtful look.

Innocent?

Why did she feel it was not like that?

Chen Wanrong directly asked, "You don't harbor any dirty thoughts towards your master?"

Grinning, Lu Chen replied, "What do you mean by 'dirty thoughts'? Could it be that you think everything we do is dirty?"

Chen Wanrong didn't answer the question. In her heart, she didn't believe anything they did was sacred. With Lu Chen, all she felt was her own degradation.

Since arriving in Yan County, she had been engaging in mischief with Lu Chen every day. If this continued, that bad element would completely corrupt her.

At that moment, Lu Chen raised his hand and tidied the messy hair on Chen Wanrong's cheek, then said, "I've been thinking, if the master wants to quickly regain her strength, dual cultivation with me would actually be the best method. What do you think?"

Chen Wanrong's heart skipped a beat.

After coming back to her senses, she said coldly, "I knew you were coveting Master's body! You're trying to betray and overthrow your own teacher!"

Smiling, Lu Chen said, "If it's betraying and overthrowing the teacher, so be it. I'm doing this for her own good."

Chen Wanrong didn't continue the conversation. What did he mean for their master's good? Clearly, this guy was just lustful at heart.

Chen Wanrong then said, "You're right about one thing. The master is a Celestial, and if you want to betray and overthrow her, you'd need the capability to do so."

Lu Chen smiled lightly and said nothing more. What did it matter if she was a Celestial? He was already a Pseudo Celestial by now. Before long, he would also become a Celestial, and one day he was bound to conquer Yun Xianxian, that fairy.

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Several days later.

Lu Chen personally saw off Lu Yi and Xuanyuan Chen as they headed south.

This time, they were headed south mainly to transport Xuanyuan Chen's Synthetic Camp by train to Yongan County, then from there into Heyang County, occupied by North Country, to attack directly.

Seeing the variously shaped cannons on the train, Lu Yi stood there stunned. Although he had not yet witnessed how these weapons were used, just the thought that North Country was able to easily defeat the Barbarian Tribe and even crush the armies of Great Wu, totaling hundreds of thousands, filled Lu Yi's mind with immense shock.

Then, the first steam train thunderously started up. As it let out a "whoo," the train began to slowly accelerate. Watching the steel giant gradually speeding towards the distance, Lu Yi was deeply moved once more.

So this was the animal-free train mentioned in the newspapers?

What a frightening load capacity!

And this train hardly needed to rest. At this speed, it seemed likely that North Country's two hundred thousand troops could reach Heyang County in just a few days.

Lu Yi, standing on the train platform, felt somewhat dazed, suddenly sensing as if he had been transported to another world.

Why did North Country possess such terrifying mechanical inventions?

And the North Prince had not been in North Country that long.

Was this really something from this world?

At this moment, Xue Linglong and the others from the Taiyin Divine Sect were just as incredulous as Lu Yi at the sight before them. Xue Linglong had originally planned to see Lu Yi off and pretend to cry a little, acting as though she couldn't bear his leaving.

However, after seeing the enormous fleet of trains, Xue Linglong momentarily forgot she was there to bid farewell to Lu Yi, her gaze was pinned to the trains as if nailed there.

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Xue Linglong couldn't help but wonder, could these so-called trains be objects from the Immortal Realm?

Did Lu Chen have real Immortals behind him?

Thinking about it now, the bizarre objects of North Country were far too numerous. Everything in Yan County seemed to clash with this world, many things simply did not appear to belong, and even some of the North Prince's policies were completely different from the rest of the world.

Seeing Lu Yi and the others staring blankly at the departing trains, Lu Chen's lips curved upwards slightly; indeed, these things were quite advanced for the ancients.

At that time, Lu Chen spoke up, "Yi, after you arrive in Heyang County, if you need anything, just speak directly with General Xuanyuan. He will make sure the message gets through to me."

Hearing Lu Chen's voice, Lu Yi finally snapped out of it. A bit lost, he said, "Oh, okay, then thank you very much, Chen."

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Next to Lu Yi, Xue Linglong also came back to her senses. She said to Lu Yi, "Darling, after you head south, you must take good care of yourself, wu wu wu..."

As she spoke, Xue Linglong pretended to start sobbing, looking very heartbroken.

Seeing this scene, Lu Chen sneered in his heart. This seductress was really good at acting; she probably couldn't wait for Lu Yi to go south so that she could come to the Prince's Mansion to seduce him.

Lu Yi glanced at Xue Linglong and then at Lu Chen before saying, "Linglong, if you have any problems after I leave, go see Chen. He will take good care of you all."

Having said that, Lu Yi patted Lu Chen on the shoulder and added, "Chen, I'm counting on you to take care of Linglong."

Lu Chen replied, "Rest assured, Yi, I will take good care of Linglong on your behalf. I won't let anyone bully her."

Lu Yi responded, "With your promise, Yi's mind is at ease!"

"Alright, it's time for me to leave!"

As Lu Yi's words fell, a train slowly came to a stop at the platform, bearing the flag of Lu Yi's Personal Guards.

Once the train stopped, Lu Yi directly entered the carriage. "Chen, next time we meet, let's drink and be merry!"

Lu Chen said, "Sure thing! Yi, take care!"

Before long, the train carrying Lu Yi started moving. As it slowly pulled away, Xue Linglong's sobbing grew louder. Eventually, she seemed to be so overcome with grief that she went limp. Had it not been for the maidservants by her side, she might have already been sitting on the ground.

Seeing Xue Linglong's exaggerated reaction, Lu Chen laughed to himself once more. The man had already left, yet this seductress continued her performance — truly dedicated to her craft.

He wondered when she would come to find him.

With that thought, Lu Chen said to her, "Linglong, don't worry. Yi's trip will be free of danger. Once he secures a foothold in Heyang County, he will send someone to pick you up to head south. It won't be long."

While sobbing, Xue Linglong said, "I'll take your auspicious words to heart. I just hope that your Yi returns safely."

Lu Chen continued, "Linglong, the train is already far away. Go back and rest well. Don't cry yourself ill. Yi would feel heartbroken if he knew you've hurt yourself from crying."

Xue Linglong replied, "Thank you for your concern, Chen. I'll go back first."

Then, with the help of the maidservants from Lu Mansion, Xue Linglong left the train station platform.

As soon as Xuanyuan Chen and his two hundred thousand troops arrived at Yongan County, the news quickly reached the court and the ears of Lu Yong, Huai Prince's son in Heyang County.

The North Country's troop movements suddenly made the court anxious; after all, no one knew whether the North Prince was planning to march south to attack the Capital city. In a short time, the entire court was in a state of panic.

Great Sum Capital city.

The court today was as noisy as a marketplace. Following the failure of the Crown Prince's rebellion, those from his faction had mostly been purged, leaving officials from other Imperial Prince factions.

Due to North Country's military mobilization, these Imperial Prince faction officials temporarily shared a common goal, significantly harmonizing the court atmosphere. There had been no mutual criticisms in recent days.

Sitting on the throne, Sum Emperor coughed violently, feigning a near-death appearance.

Upon hearing his cough, the entire court fell silent instantly.

When no one else spoke, Sum Emperor finally opened his mouth and said, "My dear officials, regarding North Prince's troop movements to the south, what are your thoughts?"

Hearing this question, the ministers looked at each other, hesitant to speak.

After a pause, the Minister of War stood up and said, "This minister believes that North Prince will not launch a campaign to the south just yet. He is probably aiming to attack Heyang County!"

Pausing for a moment, the Minister of War was interrupted by Sum Emperor's cough. "Continue."

"If North Prince really wanted to rebel now, he would certainly attack Qi Country first to prevent any backstabbing. Yet now they bypass Qi Country and moved troops to Yongan County, which is so far from the Qi capital. It's clear that North Country's target is not Qi Country.

It's highly likely North Country is aiming for Great Wu's Youping County, to attack Heyang County from there, taking it from Huai Prince's remnants."

Sum Emperor pondered for a moment before saying, "Cough cough, Chen really is my good son! Still thinking about conquering territories for me!"

Just as Sum Emperor's words fell, a Red Ribbon Messenger's voice rang out from outside.

"Urgent report from the northwest!"

Immediately the Red Ribbon Messenger entered the hall, "Urgent report from the northwest! North Country's two hundred thousand troops have moved towards Youping County and are just a river away from Heyang County!"

Hearing this, the court officials were taken aback. It seemed the Minister of War was right; North Prince's target was indeed Heyang County.n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

But what was the real purpose of North Prince attacking Heyang County?

If North Prince had designs on seizing power, why not just advance southwards directly? Why bother attacking Heyang County at all?

Descending from Heyang County in such a roundabout manner was a sheer waste of time.

At that moment, a Shadow Guard appeared beside Sum Emperor, handing over a report directly to him.

After reading the Shadow Guard's report, Sum Emperor's face turned dark instantly. He had also been contemplating why that rebellious son wanted to attack Heyang County, but now, understanding swept over him upon seeing the Shadow Guard's report.