Chapter 694

Zhu Yuanzhang laughed: "Either way. Come back with me when the time comes, or go to Daluo Heaven to cultivate."

As an old Zhu, she naturally didn't want her children to enter into marital alliances.

But the situation on Dao Jun's side was different.

Whether it was Lei Yingdian or the two white snakes, after following Dao Jun, neither had been treated poorly—he casually gifted them imperial weapons and heavenly spiritual treasures.

If Yunluo went over, she certainly wouldn't suffer.

To old Zhu, this was sending Yunluo off to enjoy happiness.

Moreover, as Li Shimin sent more and more beauties, old Zhu began to feel a sense of crisis.

"I must establish a connection with Dao Jun, or I'll be outdone by that old Li."

Yet even under such urgency, he never considered forcing a woman to go—he let her choose freely.

"Go to Daluo Heaven?" Yunluo was deeply tempted. "What kind of person is Dao Jun really? Will he like me if I go?"

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled: "Take your time to think about it. You can wait until you've met Dao Jun before deciding. If you don't want to go, your ancestor won't pressure you."

Yunluo smiled happily: "Thank you, Ancestor."

Slowly, Yunluo came to accept this ancestor in her heart.

This ancestor truly treats his younger generations well.

Afternoon.

Zhu Wushi returned to Hulong Shanzhuang for the first time and summoned Shangguan Haitang.

"Haitang, I have something to discuss with you," Zhu Wushi said after a moment's thought, in a conciliatory tone. "I want to send you to cultivate in Daluo Heaven. What do you think?"

"Daluo Heaven?" Shangguan Haitang froze.

Seeing her reaction, Zhu Wushi quickly explained all the details of Taixuan World.

"You may consider this matter—even if you don't go, it's no problem," Zhu Wushi said generously. "But if you miss this opportunity, it won't come again. As you grow older, even if I wanted to send you, it might no longer be possible."

You're not a demon beast. People from ordinary worlds have only so many years of youth.

As age increases, one's entire aura and condition decline.

Zhu Wushi merely wanted to send someone to build connections—he didn't want to offend anyone, so he certainly wouldn't send an older woman.

"Adoptive father, I'll think about this matter," Shangguan Haitang said with unprecedented seriousness.

How could she not be tempted by the chance to become immortal!

Which woman doesn't want eternal youth? Which person doesn't want to become immortal and live freely?

Added to this was the debt of gratitude she owed her adoptive father, and Shangguan Haitang quickly made her decision.

"Adoptive father, I've decided to go. Please help me!"

Zhu Wushi laughed heartily: "Haitang, you won't regret this. Someday, your strength might even surpass mine! Remember, when you reach Dao Jun's side, speak carefully and act properly. Many things Dao Jun may not care about, but we mustn't neglect propriety. You don't represent just yourself—you represent Great Ming."

Shangguan Haitang had been raised with Zhu Wushi's loyalty to the throne; hearing this, her sense of mission rose, and she solemnly promised: "Adoptive father, rest assured—I'll be careful."

"Good."

"Go pack your things and dress appropriately. Then I'll recommend you to Dao Jun," Zhu Wushi said. "I hope Dao Jun accepts you. If so, Great Ming will finally have a reliable ally."

Hearing this, Shangguan Haitang's sense of responsibility deepened further.

She was naturally loyal to Great Ming.

Wasn't she, bearing the fate of Great Ming's realm, like a princess sent in marriage?

She carried a mission.

With this mindset, Shangguan Haitang quickly prepared herself and found Zhu Wushi.

Chat group.

Hu Yifei: "Didn't Great Ming never engage in marriage alliances? How could you send Shangguan Haitang over, Lord Protector?!"

Su Xiao: "Wow. Old Zhu, you ought to whip that disobedient descendant."

Zhu Yuanzhang: "I know about this. Yunluo has gone too!"

Hu Yifei: "??"

Su Xiao: "Wow, where are your principles?"

Zhu Yuanzhang: "This isn't a marriage alliance. Marriage alliances mean being sent to harsh, frozen lands to suffer for the nation. Is going to Daluo Heaven suffering?"

Zhu Wushi: "Many people would kill for this chance! Every day now, I receive letters from ministers, roundaboutly recommending their daughters for Daluo Heaven."

Li Shimin: "For ordinary people, this truly is a heavenly opportunity—eternal life, eternal youth. Who could refuse?"

Zhu Youjian: "Who you marry doesn't matter. Among all the worlds we've seen, who's better than Dao Jun?"

Zhu Youjian: "Aside from having many women, does Dao Jun have any flaws?"

Yao Yue: "No. Besides, in ancient times, having many women wasn't even considered unusual—any capable man did it."

Zhu Youjian: "Not just men—even capable women do it! Speaking of which, we must mention Wu Zetian—she had many male favorites even at eighty. When women gain power, they play just as wildly!"

Li Shimin: "... 640... you really know how to bring up the worst topic."

Su Xiao: "Actually, that makes some sense."

Zhu Yuanzhang: "Besides, Yunluo decided to go to Daluo Heaven after watching Dao Jun's videos—no one could stop her."

Hu Yifei: "So soon?"

Zhu Yuanzhang: "How could it not be urgent? Dao Jun's appearance—aren't you moved as a woman?"

Hu Yifei: "..."

Su Xiao: "Yifei-sis is blushing, haha. Looks like Yifei-sis is also tempted—but modern sensibilities hold her back. By the way, how did Old Zhu show Yunluo the videos?"

Lin Fengjiao: "... Isn't that a simple little technique? The Shangcheng has a minor spell called Xuan Guang Shu—it can project what we see."

Hu Yifei: "That's hilarious. Su Xiao, you said you bought every cultivation technique—how come you didn't know this spell?"

Su Xiao: "I bought them all, but I couldn't possibly practice them all!"

Su Xiao: "By the way, after all this talking, why hasn't Brother Taixuan shown up himself? Is he shy?"

Zhang Taixuan: "Shy? What nonsense! Thanks for the invite—I'm in Beidou, right now enduring the Primordial Emperor Tribulation!"

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