Chapter 296: The Hell Road
After staying on Sea God Island for two weeks, Ning Bei decided to set off on his return journey.
Before leaving, he once again reminded the little ones to pay attention to teamwork in order to pass the second trial. He emphasized that they shouldn't act recklessly on their own; the second trial was still very dangerous.
"We know, Big Brother Ning Bei. We're not idiots. Especially Rong Rong, as a support, how could she pass the Circular Sea without Little Sister Xiao Wu?"
Little Rabbit's playful expression successfully made everyone laugh. Ning Bei knocked her on the head in mock frustration.
"Life is precious, and being careful is never too much. Alright, I've said everything I need to say. I still have business in Heaven Dou City, so you all take care of yourselves."
Du Gongyan looked at him with some reluctance. After all, this time they would probably not see each other for another year.
But the attack on Xing Luo by Heaven Dou couldn't be done without Ning Bei's involvement, so he had to turn and leave with a heavy heart.
As long as they could pass the second trial, the third trial from Sea God didn't seem too difficult; it seemed like a bonus trial, and Ning Bei was confident in them.
After spending two days returning to Heaven Dou Empire, Ning Bei headed straight for the royal palace.
In the study, while handling state affairs, Qian Renxue heard a noise and looked up to see Ning Bei. Her beautiful eyes immediately lit up.
"You're back! How was it? Did you pass the trial successfully?"
"Of course. Now, only Grandfather Qian Dao Liu remains."
"Oh? Do you need me to take you there in advance?"
Originally, they had planned to wait until the matters with Xing Luo were resolved before going to find Qian Dao Liu for the God Trial. However, Qian Renxue, worried that her man wouldn't want to wait, suggested they go see him early.
Ning Bei shook his head, signaling that there was no need to rush.
"There's no need. Let's stick to the original plan. No need to hurry."
"By the way, being emperor is even more tiring than before."
Ning Bei felt a little heartache for her. Since the transformation of Heaven Dou Palace, every time he visited the palace, Little Angel was usually busy handling state affairs. Though she was sometimes busy when she was the crown princess, many crucial state matters were not handed to her.
"What can I do about it? Not everyone can be like you, always playing the idle master."
Qian Renxue rolled her eyes at him, feeling that her man was making sarcastic remarks.
Ning Bei touched his nose awkwardly, realizing that it was true. As Little Angel said, he had left the management of his own factions to others.
The Extreme North Branch of the Ice God Temple was entrusted to Little Snowflake, the Sky Water Branch was handled by the Shui family, the Martial Soul Hall Branch by Chrysanthemum, and Seven Treasure City was fully managed by Ning Fengzhi's agents.
This was just the Ice God Temple. Now, even the MAh Yinglong Pharmacy, which had spread throughout the continent, was owned by Ning Bei as its largest shareholder. MAh Yinglong, the once little chubby boy, had managed to make the chain pharmacy successful, something Ning Bei had planned as an undercover operation for his first Martial Soul. In the future, it might play a big role.
"I was just thinking that with just Heaven Dou, it keeps you so busy you can't leave the palace. If we add Xing Luo, won't you be overwhelmed?"
"Hmph, how could that be? Once Xing Luo is taken, after the continent unifies, I'll have Grandfather send someone to manage it. I still need to return and take the Angel God Trial."
"So, you've worked undercover for all these years for nothing?"
"Er…"
Qian Renxue's face suddenly froze, and she looked at him with a puzzled expression. "You make a lot of sense. I can't argue with that."
"Then do you think I should stay here and continue being emperor?"
"Not really. I was just saying that, it's a pity for all the blood and sweat you've put in over the years."
"Hmph, as long as the continent belongs to the Martial Soul Hall, who cares who becomes emperor? At worst, I'll…"
Ning Bei stopped mid-sentence when he saw Little Angel's face turn red suddenly. He guessed what she was about to say and teased with a smile:
"You'll have to have a few more, what if we end up with a little brat?"
Hearing Ning Bei making fun of their unborn child, Qian Renxue became both shy and angry, and scolded with a laugh.
"Go to hell! I won't have such useless children!"
After the joke, the two began discussing serious matters.
"When do you plan to make your move on Xing Luo?"
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue put on a serious expression, adopting the demeanor of someone in charge, and said:
"One month from now, it will be Dai Tianyu's 60th birthday. As emperor, he will surely make a grand celebration. Let's send him a birthday gift."
She hadn't forgotten the gift he had sent her when she ascended the throne a year ago. Women are known to hold grudges.
Ning Bei couldn't help but laugh when he saw Little Angel's expression, clearly ready for revenge. It was indeed a good time to strike. When the entire Xing Luo celebrated, the borders would undoubtedly be the most vulnerable.
Moreover, Ning Bei planned to use a beast wave as the vanguard, something they would never expect.
"Alright. Don't deploy the army to the borders just yet. We can't risk alerting them. I'll cause some chaos first with the beast wave, and then we'll make our move."
"Don't worry, the three cities Xing Luo captured are within the Peragi Kingdom's borders. I'll have forces stationed in the more distant Fashno province, waiting for the right time."
"Okay, you handle the arrangements. I'll just prepare the beast wave, and then I'll head to Star Dou Forest in a month."
"Alright!"
After settling their plans for Xing Luo, Ning Bei mentioned Bibi Dong's possible movements.
"By the way, your mother might make a move as well."
"Huh? You know she's going after the Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect?"
Ning Bei was slightly surprised. He hadn't expected Little Angel to be aware of it.
"Oh? So you heard from her directly, or did she send someone?"
"She sent Yue Guan to talk to me. We agreed to meet after we take Xing Luo, at the Martial Soul Hall."
"Well, that's fine. I thought I was the only one who was her messenger."
At Ning Bei's words, Little Angel shot him a look, "You have some nerve. Not only are they both in the Martial Soul Hall's faction, but why should you be the messenger?"
"How's your disciple's God Trial going?"
"The first trial is done. Now he's preparing for the second. After I finish the eighth trial, I'll go check on him."
"Mmm, what about Tang San? Has there been any news?"
Since learning about the God's dirty tricks, Little Angel had been keeping an eye on Tang San as a potential threat. Even though Xing Luo couldn't take down Martial Soul Hall, if Tang San grew stronger, he would definitely be a threat to her family's foundation. That's why she was also asking about Ning Bei's progress in the Sea God's trial.
"We still don't know. I think we'll only get news when Ah Du and the others return. I don't know if they'll be able to get through the Hell Road."
Compared to the little ones on Sea God Island, Ning Bei was clearly more worried about Ah Du's safety. After all, the City of Slaughter was far more dangerous.
But this was Ah Du's choice. Ning Bei didn't want to interfere with his decision. He could only hope that the pills and soul bones he gave would help.
"Sigh, this is so passive."
Seeing Little Angel's worried expression, Ning Bei patted her head and comforted her:
"Don't be too anxious. It's not easy for him to become a god. His trial will definitely conflict with ours. When the time comes, we'll just adapt to the situation."
(END CHAPTER)
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