[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-imperial-cultivation":3,"chapter-imperial-cultivation-imperial-cultivation-chapter-498":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Imperial Cultivation",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},1054457,1365,"Chapter 498 - 495: Incoming Letter","imperial-cultivation-chapter-498",498,"\u003Cp>```html\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen lightly knitted her eyebrows.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She gently shook her head, looked away, and gazed at the people around her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were already more than a hundred people around the White Bone Tower, with varying expressions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The identities of these hundreds of people were different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There were young scholars, middle-aged masters, teenage swordsmen, and elderly men.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>None of these surprised Cheng Miaozhen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What surprised her was the presence of many women, including young girls, old women, and middle-aged women.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some of them were solemnly staring at the bones, some were weeping, some were burning with anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some were kneeling on the ground, kowtowing towards the villa gates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some were weeping loudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She soon understood the reason why these women came to see the White Bone Tower.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Someone in their family had died at the hands of Evil Sect’s sorcerers, and they came to see the White Bone Tower, thinking that the great revenge had been taken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among these dead Evil Sect sorcerers, there must be culprits who harmed their loved ones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen tightly pressed her red lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She knew that the Evil Sect’s sorcerers had killed countless and were inhumane, but she never truly experienced it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, seeing these people crying out loud, she finally understood how terrible and cruel the deeds of these Evil Sect sorcerers were.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They brought such destruction to the common people and innocents.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan’s actions were truly gratifying.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ah!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not good!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s the Evil Sect sorcerers!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen saw several people suddenly collapse in the crowd, their bodies rapidly shrinking, and their flesh disappearing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Others quickly recognized these people as Evil Sect sorcerers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They soon turned into a few skeletons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An invisible force lifted these few skeletons up, gently placing them above the White Bone Tower, increasing its height.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good riddance!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Evil Sect sorcerers, everyone should kill them!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The princely heir is wise!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cries erupted from within the crowd, some even shouting hoarsely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen stood in the crowd, watching with a solemn expression, and couldn’t help but feel a sense of compassion in her heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Those shouting hoarsely must have been deeply harmed by the Evil Sect sorcerers and were most supportive and grateful for Chu Zhiyuan’s actions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Yifeng sighed, \"The Princely Heir’s actions truly win people’s hearts.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen gently nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Yifeng said, \"It’s said to eliminate the Evil Sect, but the only one who truly achieved it is the Princely Heir!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why does everyone shout so loudly, yet so few truly act? There is a reason for it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Yifeng said, \"This way of dying is exactly like in the city, truly the tactics of the Princely Heir.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen gently nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not going to see the Princely Heir?\" Cheng Yifeng looked at Cheng Miaozhen, \"To inquire about this martial art.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shall we go in?\" Cheng Yifeng said, \"The Princely Heir will meet us.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Cheng Miaozhen snorted, \"Big brother, we’ve seen the White Bone Tower. We should head back now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Truly not going to meet the Princely Heir?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright then.\" Cheng Yifeng shook his head helplessly, \"The Evil Sects here seem to be cowering, but on our side...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Da Jing has the Evil Sect, and so does Da Zhen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>——\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In a small courtyard of the Purple Sun Villa, Chu Zhiyuan was sitting in a little pavilion, reading.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Ruoling sat opposite him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wore a white palace garment, her hair like clouds, her skin resembling mutton fat jade, her eyes deep and alluring, like a fairy descended from the heavens.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan sat across from her, feeling her presence adding an enchanting atmosphere to the pavilion, bringing tranquility and joy to his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the stone table were two stacks of files; she picked one from the left stack, read it, and placed it in the right stack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outside the pavilion, Xu Yingying and Shen Hanyue were locked in combat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both wore white combat uniforms, their movements light and swift, fists and palms exchanging blows, the vigorous wind howling, resembling wind and thunder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their exchange was interspersed with sarcastic words, engaging in a battle of wits non-stop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the pavilion, Chu Zhiyuan put down the book and smiled, \"The affairs of Yao Yue Palace are this busy?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Ruoling’s stunning face showed a wry smile, shaking her head, \"The Palace Master is slacking, so I have to take on more of the burden.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So many things?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not just within the peak; there are also many matters from the affiliated sects, entangled and cumbersome.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t overwork yourself.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s alright, not that tiring,\" Xiao Ruoling said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled and nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was observing the situation outside and at the same time focusing internally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two small Sword Gangs constantly attacked the Golden Tower, the Golden Tower emitted radiance affecting the whole body, the last layer of the Dragon Transformation Technique was continuously operating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simultaneously, the Yin Yang Return to Void Technique was also in operation, changing the body.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Under various effects, he felt that the first breakthrough should be the refining claw layer of the Dragon Transformation Technique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His hands were subtly transforming, the strength of his ten fingers growing stronger, even having the urge to lightly touch the stone table and propel himself forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He suddenly turned his head and looked outside the pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He saw a figure flash by.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wearing a simple green robe, with a graceful figure and ordinary appearance, was the Great Grandmaster Su Qiuyan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan stood up, stepped onto the pavilion steps, clasped his hands with a smile, \"Mr. Su, a rare guest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan stood outside the pavilion, smiled, and clasped her hands, \"Greetings to the Princely Heir.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Su, please have a seat,\" Chu Zhiyuan smiled and gestured, \"Let’s sit and talk.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan entered the pavilion, giving Xiao Ruoling a sweet smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xiao Ruoling also stood up and clasped her hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After seating her, Xiao Ruoling personally served tea.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, \"Your Highness is now the Emperor, and I haven’t had the chance to congratulate.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan said, \"I come bearing a letter from the Emperor, per His Majesty’s command.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She took a letter from her sleeve and handed it to Chu Zhiyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan accepted it with a smile, \"How is she now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Very well,\" Su Qiuyan nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, \"Mr. Su, don’t deceive me; she suddenly became Emperor, surely there is much dissent, it couldn’t be all good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan smiled but said nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These words were indeed true.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To suddenly become Emperor, the foundation was too shallow, and more importantly, she was a woman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One can only imagine how difficult her situation was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the Emperor, with her Phoenix bloodline, was resilient, navigating adversity with ease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She often said it was the training in Yujing and the constant setbacks from Chu Zhiyuan that forged her character.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even with the Court filled with betrayal, as long as she held the Emperor’s Sword, she could remain unshaken.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This letter, however, was sent in secret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Yujing, there was no need to avoid suspicion in dealings with Chu Zhiyuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But as the Da Meng Emperor, any interaction with the Princely Heir Chu Zhiyuan required discretion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan quickly scanned the letter, pondering thoughtfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan watched him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"Does Da Meng truly want to negotiate peace with our Da Jing?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan nodded, \"This is not a fabrication; given the current situation, the Emperor has no desire for war.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chu Zhiyuan said, \"Uncle Ten has already returned to the capital, there’s no intention of warfare here either, the key is the newly emerging Secret Land in Da Meng.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan said, \"Regarding the Secret Land, the Emperor has mentioned it in the letter, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"She’s too greedy,\" Chu Zhiyuan said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan sighed, \"There’s no choice, the Emperor cannot appear too weak.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is she asking for my help now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t forget, Princely Heir, you owe the Emperor a favor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What about that Flying Knife?\" Chu Zhiyuan asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan gently shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmph, unwilling to use up that favor, yet still asking for my help!\" Chu Zhiyuan huffed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Qiuyan awkwardly smiled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Da Meng had already sent an envoy, ready to start negotiations with Da Jing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the negotiation terms would not be loose, as Da Meng held the advantage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the negotiations were unfavorable, they would inevitably face criticism and dissatisfaction from the entire court.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, at this time, Da Jing was not afraid of war and even saw an opportunity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Therefore, the negotiations would be extremely difficult.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this time, as the Emperor, she had to use every means possible to secure sufficient benefits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is why she sent this letter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s with the mindset of having a go regardless, as relinquishing Da Jing’s interests was nearly impossible for the Princely Heir to agree to.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>```\u003C\u002Fp>",1480,"2026-06-03T09:58:02.814Z","2026-06-03T09:57:58.105Z",1,"novelbin.me","f7d563310e126bf0ac3279a4f7b7a42bd16f72adbc941a4ef60212d4aa9e417e","imperial-cultivation-chapter-499","imperial-cultivation-chapter-497",1378,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fimperial-cultivation-cover.jpg"]