Genius in the whole system: The useless young lady dominates the world

This oppressive aura lasted for less than a breath before receding like the tide, as if it had never existed. Nalan Rongzhi remained standing there, his expression indifferent, as if nothing had happened.

However, the atmosphere inside the cave had undergone a dramatic change. The way Pan Shi Lie and his warriors looked at Nalan Rong Zhi had changed from suspicion and hostility to deep fear and apprehension.

They finally realized that the seemingly indifferent "foreign businessman" in front of them was far more powerful than they had imagined, and such a person could not possibly be an ordinary spy!

In the brief and oppressive silence, Di Lin (A Tu), who had been keeping his head down, suddenly stepped forward, slowly raised his head, and took off the tattered straw hat that he used to cover his face.

Although it was still that disguised, plain-featured dog demon face, at this moment, his eyes, which had originally seemed somewhat dull, were burning with sadness, anger, and innate royal majesty!

"Chief Panshi Lie," Di Lin's voice carried a suppressed sorrow and an undeniable firmness, "Do you remember that when His Majesty Emperor Hong was in power, although there were occasional conflicts in the demon realm, the various races were still able to live in peace and the people still had enough to eat? Do you remember that His Majesty personally ordered a three-year tax reduction for the Panshi tribe, simply because the mines were depleted that year and the people were suffering?"

His voice wasn't loud, but it seemed to carry a penetrating power, clearly echoing in the ears of every Rock Tribe warrior.

Upon hearing these words, Pan Shi Lie and several elderly tribal elders were all jolted, their eyes revealing complex emotions.

Di Lin didn't pause. He continued, his voice filled with deep hatred for Lie Tian, ​​"But what about now? Lie Tian usurped the throne, acted against the tide of history, imposed exorbitant taxes more ruthless than tigers and wolves, and conscripted able-bodied men like cutting grass. The demon realm is filled with resentment, and the people are suffering. My father, the benevolent and loving Demon Emperor, has been imprisoned in an unknown place by that traitor, his fate unknown. Is this the demon realm you want? Is this the 'Emperor Lie Tian' you are willing to serve?" His words struck like heavy hammers, one blow after another into the hearts of Pan Shi Lie and the others.

Just as Pan Shi Lie and the others were filled with excitement, Di Lin took out a jade pendant from his bosom, which was the "Emperor's Heart Pendant"!

Under the dim light of the beast oil lamp, the Emperor's Heart Pendant emitted a soft and noble seven-colored glow. Its unique light and the bloodline aura of the Nine-Tailed Heavenly Fox royal family contained within it instantly attracted everyone's attention!

Immediately afterwards, Di Lin's lips moved slightly, and he whispered a few words in an extremely ancient secret language that only the core members of the Qingqiu Fox Clan and a few tribal leaders who had been loyal to the royal family for generations could understand. It was a secret language that his mother had taught him to verify his identity, and it mentioned some stories about the ancestors of the Pan Shi tribe that only the Demon Emperor and the Empress knew.

When they saw the genuine Emperor's Heart Pendant, heard the authentic ancient incantations, and felt the aura of the Nine-Tailed Celestial Fox royal bloodline emanating from Emperor Lin, which, though deliberately suppressed, could not be concealed...

Pan Shi Lie's rugged face was instantly filled with shock. He stared wide-eyed at Di Lin, his lips trembling. The tribal elders behind him were so excited that tears streamed down their faces, and their bodies trembled violently!

“The Emperor…the Emperor’s Heart Pendant…the Secret Words of Qingqiu…this…this could it be…” Pan Shi Lie’s voice trembled, filled with disbelief.

The next moment, he suddenly realized that all his previous doubts, vigilance, and hesitation vanished instantly, replaced by excitement and ecstasy!

"Pfft!"

Without hesitation, Pan Shi Lie, this man of steel, knelt on one knee and bowed his head deeply to Di Lin, a head he had never bowed so easily before. His voice choked with emotion, "Pan Shi Lie of the Pan Shi tribe... pays his respects... pays his respects to Your Highness the Crown Prince!!!"

As Pan Shi Lie knelt down, all the Pan Shi tribe warriors behind him reacted instantly, throwing down their weapons and kneeling excitedly, shouting in unison:

"Greetings, Your Highness the Crown Prince!!!" Long-suppressed emotions erupted completely at this moment!

Di Lin looked at the kneeling clansmen before him, his eyes instantly welling up with tears. He forced back his tears and stepped forward to help Pan Shi Lie up, his voice trembling slightly, "Clan Chief Pan Shi Lie, please rise, everyone. In this time of national crisis, there is no need for such formalities!"

Pan Shi Lie stood up excitedly, tightly grasped Di Lin's arm, his eyes filled with tears, "Your Highness...you...you're really back! That's wonderful! That's wonderful! Our demon realm...still has hope! There's still hope!"

He looked around at his people, then solemnly said to Di Lin, "Your Highness, our Panshi tribe has been greatly favored by His Majesty the Demon Emperor for generations. Although our tribe is now weak and powerless, our loyalty remains unchanged. From this day forward, the entire Panshi tribe is willing to serve Your Highness. We will obey Your Highness's command without hesitation, even unto death!"

"Please give your orders, Your Highness!" The other Rock Tribe warriors echoed in unison, their voices resounding through the stone walls, each with a fighting spirit burning in their eyes.

"Good!" Di Lin nodded heavily, his heart filled with gratitude. "With everyone's help, what is there to worry about in accomplishing this great task!"

Lu Lingxi Yao (Xiao Qi) and Nalan Rongzhi (Nalagu) watched this scene quietly from the side, a hint of relief in their eyes.

Next, everyone stopped hiding things, and Di Lin frankly told everyone about his experiences over the years and the purpose of his trip.

Pan Shi Lie also gave a detailed account of the situation in Pan Shi City, including the city lord Pan Shi Hong's deployment of forces, the weaknesses in the city's defenses, Lie Tian's troop movements in the central region, and clues about some tribes that might also be loyal to their former master.

Pan Shi Lie immediately made arrangements: "Your Highness and all benefactors, please temporarily stay at my tribe's secret stronghold. It is relatively safe there and you can avoid the eyes and ears of Pan Shi Hong and Lie Tian."

I will immediately send my most reliable clansmen to act as your guides and informants, assisting you in gathering intelligence within the city and contacting other loyal subjects.

"If necessary, my Rock Clan can create some chaos at any time to attract the attention of the City Lord's Mansion and buy Your Highness time for your actions!"