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Meng Qingying left, puzzled. She didn't understand why Qin Yi didn't respond to the deal, as she thought the terms were quite good... Could it be that Qin Yi didn't value Li Qingjun as much as she had imagined?

That doesn't seem like it... His anger at having his sore spot touched was definitely not fake.

I can't figure it out.

It doesn't matter if she can't figure it out. She can slowly acquire the dragon energy on her own without making a deal with Qin Yi.

The Treasures Suppressing Luck is not omnipotent. When the movement of Qi reaches a certain point, what makes you think you can maintain peace forever?

The treasure "Mountains and Rivers Forever Guardian" is so powerful that it doesn't exist, at least not in the secular palace.

Besides, with the list in their possession, Guan Ji would likely be more cautious. If he wanted to steal treasure from the Imperial Palace, they might not stop him. Why create unnecessary trouble for a mere lustful thought? Why not just complete the cooperation smoothly?

Meng Qingying returned to her post in a good mood.

Qin Yi couldn't guess where she would be stationed... She would be a "palace maid" in the palace of a certain Imperial Concubine in the Da Qian Emperor.

This Imperial Concubine was, of course, Celestial Maiden from the Great Joy Temple. A mere low-ranking Celestial Maiden used to seduce the emperor had no say in front of her, and this palace thus became the territory of the palace maid Meng Qingying. She swaggered around, leaning back in her soft chair, having the emperor's Imperial Concubine massage her feet, thoroughly enjoying herself.

But her good mood was completely ruined the moment she stepped inside. Those sounds coming from inside... If it were the Da Qian Emperor visiting this palace, it wouldn't be a big deal, but the problem was she knew it wasn't the Emperor inside, but Guan Ji.

That Imperial Concubine was originally Guan Ji's own Cauldron, so it can't be said that she cuckolded the emperor. Meng Qingying didn't know what kind of situation theirs was... If Qin Yi were to evaluate it, it would probably be called a shared bicycle?

In short, although it was someone else's own collaboration with the Cauldron, Meng Qingying still felt a sense of frustration, as if her territory had been invaded. At the very least, it showed a complete lack of respect for her ally's gender; perhaps in Guan Ji's eyes, she, Meng Qingying, was already prey?

Dream on!

She snapped her fingers lightly.

The two people inside, who were sweating profusely, simultaneously saw the shadows around them rise up and turn into countless hideous ghost faces.

"Damn it!" Both of them broke out in a cold sweat. Guan Ji almost went limp and cursed, "Meng Qingying, do you really think I wouldn't dare to deal with you?"

Meng Qingying leaned against the tree in high spirits, arms crossed, and said leisurely, "Go ahead and kill me if you dare. Anyway, with a thought, my Technique Method will dissipate and the dragon energy will return. Your grand plan will be delayed for at least another ten years."

This was Meng Qingying's own bargaining chip. Let alone killing her, even if Guan Ji would hesitate and dare not act recklessly. What was originally a situation requiring sincere cooperation had become a sham due to their respective Dao Heart, resulting in a superficial harmony but a deep-seated discord.

After a moment, the palace doors opened, and Guan Ji walked out.

This was a monk who appeared to be young, and quite handsome. Meng Qingying pursed her lips, knowing that this person's real age was at least nearly a thousand years old... Moreover, his Cloud Soaring Technique was only achieved in his old age. Originally, he had a wrinkled old face, but the union of the Celestial Person beings of the Great Joy Temple gradually restored his youthful appearance.

This is indeed a benefit of practicing at Great Joy Temple. If there were no benefits, why would anyone practice their methods?

But to those in the know, what they actually saw was an aged and decrepit appearance, and decay emanating from his very bones— Guan Ji's lifespan was already running out, only a few decades left. The reason he turned his attention to the secular dynasty was largely due to his eagerness to break through and extend his lifespan.

Meng Qingying's mind flashed with Qin Yi's handsome appearance and the vibrant energy emanating from his very being.

They both appear to be young and handsome, but in reality, they are worlds apart.

"What?" she said lazily with a mocking tone, "The people you sent out got humiliated by Qin Yi, so you come back to humiliate your own Cauldron? What a pathetic sight."

Guan Ji said calmly, "I sensed your presence at the scene. Why didn't you make a move?"

"Are you kidding me?" Meng Qingying chuckled. "When did our cooperation ever include helping you deal with your enemies?"

Guan Ji remained silent for a moment, then suddenly said, "If you help me kill Qin Yi, you can take that so-called Treasures Suppressing Luck."

Meng Qingying smiled slightly, "If you don't dare to touch him, why would I provoke Ju Yunxiu?"

"You can do it secretly, so that Ju Yunxiu won't even know who did it."

"If that's the case, you could have used underhanded tactics. How did Ju Yunxiu know you were involved?"

Guan Ji fell silent again.

Meng Qingying sneered.

Ju Yunxiu must have left a trace of her divine consciousness on Qin Yi, precisely for this purpose. If Qin Yi were to fall, she would inevitably be able to recreate the events of that time; no one can escape it. Guan Ji still wants to trick her into being a pawn? Does he think Meng Qingying is stupid?

Of course, if she killed Qin Yi, it would make perfect sense—because it was a personal feud between her and Qin Yi, and Qin Yi had provoked her "first" in the ancient tomb.

But Guan Ji was unaware of this.

Guan Ji finally said, "Since that's the case, and you wish to take the Treasures Suppressing Luck, I'll say it again: are you prepared? Or perhaps you interrupted my interaction with the Celestial Maiden out of jealousy?"

"Ha..." Meng Qingying laughed, "Qin Yi has the official roster left by your useless Outer Sect. With his persuasive power as an 'Immortal,' he might be able to ruin your plans. You still have the leisure to scheme against me? How about this, I'll let you go by killing Qin Yi, and I can help you obtain the roster. In return, you will no longer stop me from destroying the Treasures Suppressing Luck you fortune. This is already an extra contribution from me in our cooperation."

Guan Ji gazed at Meng Qingying's delicate body with a hint of greed. He knew that Meng Qingying's proposal was excellent, but to be honest, he was truly reluctant to agree.

Because Meng Qingying is really beautiful, she is very attractive to the lecherous monks of Great Joy Temple.

Moreover, she is a cultivator who can ascend to the clouds, and her Primordial Yin is still intact. The benefits she can gain from this Yin-Yang Harvesting are countless.

Taking advantage of her desire for this Luck Dragon, there's a good chance of successfully enticing her to engage in cultivation. Witch is Witch after all; for a goal that could significantly advance her, she shouldn't be so concerned about chastity... One Yin-Yang Harvesting would be easy for her to recover from, so she shouldn't be so insistent. But Meng Qingying surprised him by persisting beyond his expectations.

Is it really necessary? You're a Witch who uses the common people as her chess piece. You've already gone to the very last step in your schemes, so why are you still trying to erect a memorial arch for chastity?

Meng Qingying noticed his hesitation and smiled disdainfully, "You can't distinguish between what's important and what's not, you've got it all backwards. The Chief Seat the Universal Salvation Hall of Great Joy Temple is such a short-sighted fellow, it's truly disappointing."

Guan Ji said calmly, "Aren't you also unable to distinguish between what's important and what's not? Which is more important, your mere chastity or the destiny of this great nation?"

Meng Qingying scoffed. "Because you're not worthy."

Anger finally flashed in Guan Ji's eyes. "Then let's keep at it and see who can outlast us."

Meng Qingying sighed. She knew that her body was just as alluring to the lewd monks of the Great Joy Temple as it was to the entire country.

The differences between people are truly vast.

"I'll consider this a case of you tricking me once. You can't win every time; it's too tiring to be so calculating."

Qin Yi's words flashed through her mind, and Meng Qingying still savored them. This was the most carefree moment in all the countless interactions she had experienced in her life, interactions filled with hidden agendas.

Her finger rested on the ring, hesitating whether to take out the register and threaten to confront them. This move could easily break the relationship, so she couldn't make a hasty decision.

Just as he was hesitating, a palace maid rushed in and said to Guan Ji, "Chief Seat, guests have arrived at the Universal Salvation Hall and have some messages to deliver."

Guan Ji ignored Meng Qingying and turned to enter the hall. "Come in and we'll talk in detail."

As soon as he spoke, the main hall's senses were blocked, and its vigilance against Meng Qingying, its "ally," was almost as strong as its defense against thieves.

Meng Qingying smiled sarcastically and turned to leave.

She wanted to try to find Qin Yi again.

Meanwhile, Qin Yi lay in the Hidden Dragon Temple, also feeling a bit of a headache. This matter was either a matter of leaving or a necessary collaboration with Meng Qingying, but their ideas were completely incompatible, making a collaboration unlikely.

Just as things were getting really awkward, there was a double knock on the door. Lingxu was knocking on the door from the outside. "Brother Dao, there's an urgent report."

Qin Yi casually asked, "What urgent report do you need to tell me?"

"Urgent report from Southern Li: Southern Li great chaos. The Regent is protecting the Little King and is fleeing to Daqian."

"Boom!"

The inn's door was reduced to rubble. Qin Yi appeared before him instantly, grabbing Lingxu and demanding, "What happened? Explain yourself!"