Chapter 107: Vast Mountain Range, the stars gather!

Lin Yue'e left

The mere thought of going on a business trip with His Majesty tomorrow made her unable to sleep.

While lying in bed, she suddenly remembered something, then immediately changed her clothes and ran out of her residence.

It was roughly 1:00 AM, and Lin Yue'e rushed anxiously toward the vicinity of an inn.

Sure enough, Seeing Xiao Ming was still there keeping watch.

Because she had been too happy just moments ago, she had nearly forgotten about Seeing Xiao Ming entirely.

It was fortunate that she remembered while reviewing the day's events; otherwise, Seeing Xiao Ming might have ended up squatting there all night.

This kid was truly persistent; he really stayed there just because she told him to wait.

Upon returning, Lin Yue'e asked Seeing Xiao Ming if he had noticed any unusual people entering the inn and what the situation inside was like.

Seeing Xiao Ming replied, "This inn is quite large, and the people entering are very mixed. However, after that person went in, they never came out. You know as well as I do that I cannot get close to an expert of that level."

In truth, Seeing Xiao Ming had been feeling a bit bored waiting just now and was preparing to go inside to take a look.

Perhaps he could discover some valuable clues and even be praised by his goddess.

It was fortunate that the Sage's remnant soul had persuaded him otherwise; otherwise, there likely would have been trouble.

The Sage's remnant soul felt that no matter how good the kid's luck was, it was impossible for him to contend with the Sage Realm.

If he were to alert the enemy, wouldn't they just wipe him out with a wave of their hand?

At that level, it would be more like me, your master, being resurrected; possessing you certainly wouldn't be enough to handle them.

Seeing Xiao Ming thought about it and agreed, so he continued his watch.

Since there was nothing else, Lin Yue'e said that the investigation for the day would end here and thanked Seeing Xiao Ming for his help.

Hearing that he was needed by his goddess, Seeing Xiao Ming was extremely satisfied.

As he was leaving, Seeing Xiao Ming spoke up, "Um, when shall we investigate together again tomorrow?"

Seeing Xiao Ming had originally intended to invite Lin Yue'e out for a meal tomorrow, but after thinking about it, using the investigation as an excuse was better.

He only wanted to spend more time by his goddess's side and build up some favorability.

But his goddess had to accompany someone else tomorrow.

Lin Yue'e politely declined, "I'm sorry, but I have to go out on official business tomorrow. Why don't you investigate the Second Imperial Prince first, and we can exchange information when I return?"

The Sage's remnant soul knew without even thinking that Seeing Xiao Ming would certainly not refuse.

It even sparked this guy's interest in investigating the Second Imperial Prince.

According to the Sage's remnant soul's summary, this guy only cared about his goddess's instructions.

If he had applied this level of perseverance to his cultivation, how could he only be at this level?

In the Jing'an Prince Fu late at night, Chen Xuan was contemplating a strategy.

If Li Ling wanted to become Emperor, then this Northern Expedition was a massive opportunity.

She could gain status and influence from the Northern Expedition.

As the man silently contributing behind Li Ling, he certainly had to find a way to help Li Ling score some points during this Spring Hunt.

Thus, Chen Xuan decided to head to the Vast Mountain Range tomorrow to make preparations.

Normal methods certainly wouldn't yield better scores, but he could cheat.

He loved this feeling of contributing silently, watching Li Ling grow, without letting her know.

Thinking of this, he began to plan how to proceed.

The next day, Li Chen woke up feeling refreshed and truly began to slowly experience the joys of being an Emperor.

Noticing that Li Chen had awakened, the two women beside him also rose quickly to help him tidy his clothes, and Li Chen went to attend the morning court session. Nothing special happened during the morning court; officials from various departments were reporting their progress.

First, naturally, was the Vice Minister of the Ministry of War reporting on the mobilization of supplies for the Northern Expedition, the preparations of the major army groups in the north, and even urging the Khan of the Snow Eagle Wang Zu to engage in battle quickly.

The Khan seemed to have sensed Atade's desire for peace and had not sent any reply.

In any case, even if he did not engage, he would still be attacked unless he was willing to submit and, as a vassal state, offer large quantities of supplies annually; only then could he be spared.

Then came the Minister of Rites reporting that the venue for the Spring Imperial Examination had been sealed off, who the invigilators were, and the various precautions for the examination hall.

Especially the order in the vicinity of the examination hall on the day of the Spring Examination.

Li Chen was not too worried about these things; these old officials were more familiar with them than he was, and they could just arrange the work normally.

As an Emperor, expressing one's concern appropriately was enough, and the court session ended shortly after.

Near the Imperial Capital government office, Xu Zifeng was released right on time.

He even arrogantly said to Ma Hei beside him, "See? I even guessed the time I'd be released this morning."

Ma Hei actually didn't want to speak; you were locked in a dungeon, yet you seem so proud of yourself.

!

But since you are the Shizi of the Zhennan Prince, and the Witch King sent me to assist you, Ma Hei had no choice but to say, "The Shizi's foresight is divine. However, leave the rest to me; setting traps is my specialty."

A cultivator at the Great Perfection of the Heavenly Abyss Realm setting traps in advance—even a Sage Realm expert would stumble if they weren't careful.

Not to mention that he was a successor of the Witchcraft Holy Land; this was a perfect match for his expertise.

Xu Zifeng naturally trusted him, but before leaving the Imperial Capital for the Wild Mountain Range, he still had to go tell his aunt.

Telling Ma Hei to wait for him near the north gate of the city, Xu Zifeng headed to the Zhennan Prince Fu alone.

Today, his aunt's complexion was excellent, making her even more beautiful and moving.

This made Xu Zifeng not dare to stay long, so he offered a greeting and left the Zhennan Prince Fu, heading straight for the north gate of the Imperial Capital.

Finding Ma Hei at the agreed-upon location, Ma Hei said, "Heir, I just saw the Second Imperial Prince leave the north gate with his men. It looks like he is also heading to the Wild Mountain Range, just as we predicted."

"Let's go. Do you still remember the direction? We'll follow them and see what tricks he's playing." Xu Zifeng also entered the struggle of the Wild Mountain Range.

Quite a few people were going to the Wild Mountain Range this time, and everyone had their own ulterior motives.

The one who arrived relatively late was Li Chen, after all, he still had to clock in for work.

Lin Yue'e was in plain clothes today and had arrived early at the agreed-upon location to wait for Li Chen's arrival.

She kept adjusting her breathing to ensure her heartbeat wouldn't be too fast.

But the moment Li Chen appeared, her heart still pounded violently.

"Your Majesty—I mean, Young Master, should we call for more people? That would make it easier for you to arrange and plan."

Nervous, she had nearly blurted out Li Chen's position.

"No need. What I'm bringing are just small trinkets, things I refined while I had nothing to do in the palace."

Li Chen had prepared a small pouch filled with gadgets he had made during this time.

Because the Wild Mountain Range was vast, apart from the initial gathering point, others did not know Li Chen's planned route for the Spring Hunt.

But Li Chen knew, because the route was wherever he wanted to go.

Based on Li Chen's personal preference, that was just how willful an Emperor could be.

So he only needed to make preparations along his own route.

The gadgets weren't many, but they were enough to make anyone who wanted to deal with him vanish into thin air.

Saying this, Li Chen took Lin Yue'e and headed toward the Manghuang Mountain Range!

(End of this chapter)