Chapter 373: Primordial Emperor's Corpse Water

"Zhang Jie, sir?"

"This is our Emperor."

"Following his gesture, Zhang Jie stared in disbelief, his eyes widening."

"This golden hair, these dark pupils, this familiar cheek... Damn, isn't this my aunt!"

"Could it be that my aunt also survived?"

"Didn't the blue sapphire say she disappeared to awaken herself?"

"Although there are many questions, the current situation doesn't allow Zhang Jie to think too much."

"Zhang Jie suppressed the shock in his pupils, nodded, and walked toward the knight who seemed to be his aunt."

"Hello, I'm the vice leader of the Vigorous Alliance."

"I am the leader of the Deep Space Knights; you can call me the Emperor Knight."

"The woman opposite was polite and aloof, her indifferent gaze reflecting Zhang Jie's figure as she extended her hand."

"I have long admired your name, Mr. Zhang Jie."

"..........."

"Long admired."

"Indifferent, distant—those eyes that had countless times gazed at him gently were now only strange, yet for some reason, Zhang Jie's heart inexplicably relaxed a little."

"The person before him was not the aunt he knew; she was a new life, perhaps saying she was his aunt's reincarnation would be more fitting."

"Starting over might be the best choice; living from the last century to the present is not a comfortable thing."

"However, being able to see her alive and well in this world once again made Zhang Jie genuinely happy for his aunt."

"Thinking this, Zhang Jie's gaze gradually became calm, and the woman opposite keenly noticed this, inevitably feeling doubtful."

"Of course, it wasn't just wondering why he showed that expression; the bigger reason was that she herself felt an inexplicable affinity toward the person before her, to the point she didn't even realize her icy gaze was gradually softening."

"'Strange....'"

"Neither of them spoke plainly about this; after all, they each had their own purposes, and this little interlude meant nothing."

"Regarding your sudden visit, we already knew in advance."

"Zhang Jie raised his eyebrows—had his whereabouts been exposed? Aside from Weiniya and Lin Ran, no one else should know."

"Could it be that Weiniya leaked the information?"

"You need not doubt us; as fellow lawful factions, we harbor no ill intent."

"This rash investigation is merely because we had earlier intended to contact the Alliance."

"The Emperor Knight forced a smile onto his cold face, gestured for Zhang Jie to come to a nearby reception area, and two cups emitting blue spiritual light were brought over."

"Please enjoy."

"Zhang Jie looked at the cup, feeling doubtful."

"He didn't quite understand the Emperor Knight's purpose."

"So, what are you trying to convey?"

"I want to know whether the Alliance vice leader's sudden visit has any other motive."

"Actually, I'm just here to accompany my own student to fulfill your commission."

"If conditions permit, establishing friendship and ties with you is that simple."

"Listening to Zhang Jie's words, the opposite 'aunt' fell silent for a moment, then slowly spoke."

"I can understand it as...."

"Does the Alliance have any intention of allying with the Deep Space Knights?"

"An alliance?"

"Zhang Jie was somewhat shocked; in the Star Sea, an alliance is not a simple matter—it means two civilizations must trust each other unconditionally, jointly face enemies, and engage in deep exchange."

"The predecessor of the Vigorous Alliance was an alliance of three civilizations, jointly resisting the blood calamity, which gave rise to the present Alliance."

"No, we currently have no such intention; an alliance is not child's play and requires multifaceted consideration from both civilizations."

"Is that so... the customs of this era really are somewhat different."

"Nevertheless, even so, we still have the intention to ally with the Alliance."

"For certain reasons, we need a strong lawful ally, and the Alliance is our only choice."

"Can you represent the Alliance?"

"Although Zhang Jie had some doubts, he still nodded."

"I can represent the Alliance to evaluate the Deep Space Knights."

"Thank you, generous leader."

"This cup of drink is my gift to you; it contains a trace of the Primordial Emperor's spiritual energy and should greatly benefit your physique."

"The Primordial Emperor's spiritual energy is limited; to us, this is extremely precious, so please do not disdain it."

"The opposite 'aunt' smiled, personally pushed the cup toward Zhang Jie, and then looked at him with gentle eyes."

"..........."

"Zhang Jie understood her goodwill, but looking at the drink before him, he felt somewhat awkward."

"He sensed a familiar aura.... it was his own aura...."

"So, that so-called Primordial Emperor.... isn't it just himself...."

"Then, this cup before him...."

"For some reason, Zhang Jie suddenly recalled Lin Ran's slip of the tongue: 'Zhang Jie, this is your corpse chunk!'"

"'So.... in a sense, this thing is actually my own corpse water?'"

"Goosebumps rose all over him, but facing the other's scorching gaze, Zhang Jie still swallowed, gritted his teeth, and gulped down his own corpse water in one gulp."

The initial taste was mildly sweet, a wave of sweetness spreading on the tongue, then powerful and familiar spiritual energy surged throughout his body, and Zhang Jie instantly looked somewhat surprised at the remaining liquid in the cup.

His corpse fluid works this well?

Seeing Zhang Jie show a surprised expression, Little Aunt smiled slightly, seeming very pleased with her own work.

She then rose, bowed slightly toward Zhang Jie, and said.

"Then I'll not disturb you for now; the commission will start in three days, during this time you can relax here."

"Or you may evaluate us, as you wish."

"Good."

Little Aunt finally smiled at Zhang Jie, and in the instant she turned away she recovered her coldness; Zhang Jie watched as the woman in golden armor slowly walked away.

"Form an alliance..."

"Be careful; there are still too many mysteries here."

At that moment, before Zhang Jie's eyes, the simulator's panel suddenly unfolded, and a notification sounded in his ear.

"You have used the item: a wisp of spiritual energy from the Progenitor's Shed."

"The new system has been unlocked!"

"The current spiritual energy system is Stage One: Enlightenment."

"Huh?"

A single sip of corpse fluid actually opened a new system for him directly?

Although such things would come later anyway, this effect made Zhang Jie unable to help wanting to learn more about his own corpse chunk.

"How about... using the pretext of evaluation to find out more?"

At this moment, Weiniya's voice suddenly came; she had been invited into the VIP lounge where Zhang Jie currently was.

"Teacher! We're here!"

(I want to cure my procrastination! I'll write another chapter today!)