Chapter 1256

1079 Hearing Gai Nie's Notorious Reputation

What if he really does come back?"

Li Yuanji was still somewhat indecisive.

He had heard of Hearing Gai Nie's notorious reputation many times.

That was by no means an existence comparable to an ordinary Grandmaster-level expert!

"Yuanji, no need to overthink it!

During this period, Father Emperor's illness has grown increasingly severe.

If Hearing Gai Nie truly dares to return, he's as good as dead!"

Li Ji said coldly.

"Mm, perhaps I'm overthinking it!"

Hearing his father's reassurance, Li Yuanji let out a slight breath of relief.

But in his heart, he was still somewhat uneasy!

He felt as though he had overlooked something.

But upon careful thought, he couldn't recall what it was.

"Alright, you should leave now!"

At this moment, Li Ji urged him.

"Then your son will take his leave first!"

Li Yuanji nodded.

And Li Ji, hands clasped behind his back, paced out of the Hall of Supreme Ultimate.

"Your Majesty!"

Just as he stepped over the threshold, Li Ji saw His Majesty Li Er sitting upon the Long Yi, his gaze piercing and intent.

"Yuanji's words, you must have heard them as well!"

At this moment, His Majesty Li Er spoke up to ask.

Although he was gravely ill, he was still hale and spirited, like a tiger.

"Mm, Hearing Gai Nie has indeed returned!"

Li Ji said slowly.

"This man Hearing Gai Nie is not only superbly skilled in martial arts, but recklessly bold as well.

Leaving such an enemy alive would be a calamity!"

His Majesty Li Er fixed Li Ji with a piercing stare.

"Your Majesty may rest assured. This minister is willing to go and exterminate Hearing Gai Nie — I shall not betray Your Majesty's trust!"

Li Ji said with utmost solemnity.

"Excellent!"

His Majesty Li Er nodded in satisfaction.

At the same time, a glimmer of anticipation rose in his heart.

"This man Hearing Gai Nie is no ordinary figure in terms of strength.

If he could be brought into the fold, it might be a matter of great significance."

His Majesty Li Er muttered to himself.

Hearing Gai Nie's name struck fear across the four seas and eight wastelands.

For such a powerhouse to not serve the court was a great loss.

Only, though his thoughts were pleasant,

he did not know that Hearing Gai Nie had already colluded with Yang Lin, plotting to seize his heir's position.

"Your Majesty is wise. This minister shall set out at once for Zhenbei Wang Fu."

Li Ji said, cupping his hands in salute.

"Mm, stay safe.

If matters go smoothly, I shall not stint on rewards!"

His Majesty Li Er nodded in satisfaction.

"Your Majesty may rest assured. When this minister handles affairs, you can set your mind at ease!"

Li Ji bowed and withdrew from the great hall, preparing to lead the Imperial Guard to Zhenbei Wang Fu!

……

"Phew, the main quest is finally complete!"

At this moment, inside Li Yuanji's residence, Liu Zheng let out a long breath.

"Ding-ding. The Host has gained 10 Merit Points. Would you like to spend 30 points to upgrade Alchemy?"

"Upgrade!"

Liu Zheng did not hesitate in the slightest, choosing to upgrade at once.

Immediately after, he felt a piercing pain shoot through his mind.

His Alchemy instantly rose to six-star level.

And the system's prompt sounded once again:

Ding, the Host has learned 'Herb Identification' and 'Cauldron Art'!

"Haha, these two skills can both be called top-tier.

Especially that Herb Identification — when compounding pills, one can actually distinguish them by scent and aura!

With these, I can refine more pills.

From now on, the speed at which I earn merit points can be accelerated.

Still, this herb identification consumes 10 merit points, which isn't bad."

Liu Zheng rejoiced secretly in his heart.

"Beep beep — in view of the host acquiring the new function 'Pill Refinement Art,' the host has received an additional lottery draw. May I ask whether the host wishes to use it?"

Liu Zheng's eyes lit up.

"Not for now — save it for a critical moment!"

"Ding — congratulations to the host for obtaining a Pill Refiner rank Advancement Card ×1!"

"Ding — congratulations to the host for obtaining one Pill Refiner Medal!"

"Ding — congratulations to the host for obtaining one pill furnace.

1080 gold, ninth-floor peak

Pill Refiner Medal:

Can be exchanged for five hundred portions of medicinal ingredients, and can enhance pill quality.

Please, host, keep up the good work!"

Hearing the voice ring out in his mind, Liu Zheng's face showed a look of joy.

Then, he said to Mosquito Coil.

"Mosquito Coil, can you transform My pill-refinement ability into combat power?"

Liu Zheng said, somewhat eager to try.

"Your Majesty, the higher a Pill Refiner's rank, the more powerful the combat strength transformed will be.

But as for the exact number after the transformation, Mosquito Coil isn't clear either!"

Mosquito Coil said timidly.

She was also very curious — just what her host was actually planning to do!

And at the corner of Liu Zheng's mouth, a brilliant smile appeared.

"Haha, Mosquito Coil truly is My beloved consort.

She actually helped Me save a large sum of points.

From today onward, you may eat two free meals every day!