Starting with helping Zhao Kai ascend the throne in the snow

Shen Qing confessed the secret of the Black Ship to Zhao Kai, which resolved her inner conflict. She felt much more relaxed and all her troubles seemed to have vanished.

No sooner had Shen Qing left the courtyard than Han Shengxuan followed him in. He bowed respectfully to Zhao Kai and said with a hint of resentment, "Your Highness, are you really giving up on that treasure? Or should this old servant kill him and seize the Black Ship?"

While Shen Qing and Zhao Kai were having a private conversation, Han Shengxuan was outside the courtyard. However, given his strength, it wasn't difficult for him to hear their conversation inside, and thus he also learned of the existence of the Black Ship.

Zhao Kai paused for a moment upon hearing this, then said, "Master, who wouldn't want such a treasure?"

"Then this old servant will go right away..." Upon hearing this, a cold glint flashed in Han Shengxuan's eyes. Although Shen Qing was protected by Li Chungang, Han Shengxuan was not to be trifled with. As long as he seized the opportunity, even Li Chungang would not be able to protect Shen Qing's life.

However, before he could finish speaking, Zhao Kai interrupted him, saying, "Master, let me finish what I have to say."

Zhao Kai took a deep breath and continued, "The treasure is good, but it can't compare to the friendship between Brother Shen and me. He didn't have to tell me the secret of the Black Ship, but Brother Shen still told me honestly. I, Zhao Kai, am not the kind of person who doesn't know what's good for me."

"Your Highness, that's a treasure that can travel through the world!" Han Shengxuan said, still unwilling to give up, advising him. Such a treasure is a once-in-a-millennium find.

“Master, what you said today has entered my ears. From now on, I don’t want to hear such words again. Since Brother Shen has treated me with sincerity, I should repay him with sincerity.” Zhao Kai looked at Han Shengxuan calmly. Seeing Han Shengxuan’s still unyielding expression, he sighed and said, “Master, since ancient times, treasures have possessed spirits and will choose their masters. Do you really think you can seize the Black Ship?”

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"Master, have you considered the consequences of failure? Brother Shen is wholeheartedly helping me develop my power. If you anger him, we will become enemies from now on..."

As Zhao Kai analyzed, Han Shengxuan broke out in a cold sweat. He had been blinded by greed and hadn't considered the consequences of his actions. If someone like Shen Qing became an enemy, the consequences would be terrifying.

Han Shengxuan immediately knelt down and said, "This old servant was short-sighted and almost ruined Your Highness's grand plan. I am willing to die for it."

He knew that if Shen Qing overheard even a little of what he had just said, it would affect the friendship between Shen Qing and Zhao Kai. If a rift formed between them, it would be questionable whether Shen Qing would still wholeheartedly help Zhao Kai.

Zhao Kai looked at Han Shengxuan, who was bent over on the ground, with a hint of reluctance on his face. He knew that Han Shengxuan was doing this for his sake.

Zhao Kai immediately stepped forward and helped Han Shengxuan up, saying, "Master, there's no need for that. Let's leave it at that. But from now on, I hope you will treat Brother Shen the same way you treat me, and never harbor any other thoughts."

Han Shengxuan respectfully replied, "I will obey Your Highness's orders. From now on, this old servant will do my best to serve Young Master Shen and will never cause Your Highness any trouble."

Han Shengxuan knew that Shen Qing had such an opportunity, and as long as he could wholeheartedly help Zhao Kai in the future, Zhao Kai's ascension to the throne would definitely be possible.

On the other side, after Shen Qing parted ways with Zhao Kai, the old sword god instantly appeared beside him.

The old swordsman looked at Shen Qing, who remained calm, and asked curiously, "Young Shen, aren't you curious about what they said, since you're so composed?"

It turns out that although Shen Qing decided to confront Zhao Kai, he had also prepared a countermeasure. He had the old sword god hide in the side because he was afraid that Zhao Kai would be blinded by greed and would kill him.

Fortunately, Zhao Kai's final choice made Shen Qing realize that she hadn't misjudged him, and the two didn't become enemies because of the black ship incident.

“I believe Zhao Kai is a smart man, while Han Shengxuan is short-sighted, but Zhao Kai should be able to see the implications,” Shen Qing said confidently.

"I'm getting old, getting old. These young people these days are really something else. They're all cunning and shrewd. The martial world of the future is no longer suitable for this old man," the old swordsman said with a sigh.

Talented people emerge in every generation, and new talents replace the old. Shen Qing's accurate prediction made him feel like he had wasted over a hundred years of his life.

"Senior, you flatter me. My cleverness is nothing compared to your sword that can break through all my schemes. No matter how many variations there are, I can defeat them with a single sword strike. If I had your strength, I wouldn't need to resort to these tricks. If anyone is dissatisfied, I can just flatten them with a single sword strike. There's nothing in this world that you can't resolve with a single sword strike. If there is, then two sword strikes will do..." Shen Qing dared not be arrogant upon hearing this and hurriedly flattered the old sword god.

"Go away, don't flatter me. I don't fall for that." Although Li Chungang didn't admit it, there was a smile on his lips. After all, everyone likes to hear nice words.

"By the way, brat, your Gu poison will take effect in eight days. Have you figured out how to cure it?" Suddenly, the old sword god changed the subject and talked about the Gu poison in Shen Qing's body.

"I plan to go to the world of One Piece tomorrow, and I hope you can lend me a hand." Upon hearing this, Shen Qing nodded and began to explain his plans.

The matter of the Sparrow Tongue Heart-Eating Gu can no longer be delayed. Originally, if the antidote had been found on Li Ze in Twenty Mile Fort, it wouldn't have been so troublesome. However, Li Ze's death cut off this lead. As for searching for the antidote among other Baiyue barbarians, there isn't enough time to waste. Therefore, Shen Qing plans to go to the One Piece world and use its advanced medical technology to treat the Gu poison in his body.

As for where to find a doctor, Shen Qing wasn't worried at all. With Doflamingo's Donquixote Family around, finding a suitable doctor wouldn't be difficult. Moreover, Shen Qing planned to borrow some money from Doflamingo as an initial development fund for Yuezhou. After all, Yuezhou was a mess, and money was needed everywhere. Since Doflamingo was such a big spender, he naturally couldn't miss the opportunity to fleece him.

"Young Shen, I have something to say, but I don't know if I should say it or not?" Just then, the old sword god suddenly said this.

"Please speak frankly, senior." Upon hearing this, Shen Qing's expression turned serious.

"Young Shen, I've always regarded you as a junior, so I'll be frank. Regarding the Black Ship replenishing its energy, you'd better have several backup plans. After all, there will come a day when I'm tied up with other things, and that will become a weakness for you. Besides, relying on me alone would take too long." The old sword god spoke directly and bluntly. Shen Qing knew that this wasn't because Li Chungang didn't intend to do it, but rather his kind reminder to prepare for the future.

"Your words of wisdom are invaluable, senior. I will keep them in mind." Shen Qing nodded respectfully upon hearing this.

Li Chungang had been considering this in his mind all along. After all, the task of recharging the black ship couldn't be left entirely to the senior figure; they needed to learn to take multiple approaches.

However, this was not something Shen Qing could solve immediately just by thinking about it. In the snow world, Shen Qing thought it over and over again. Apart from absorbing the power of the sun, moon and stars, only Li Chungang's Sword Opening Heaven Gate could shake the power of space. As for whether others had this strength, Shen Qing did not know for the time being. He also had no relationship with Wang Xianzhi and the others.

Therefore, Shen Qing made up his mind that he would definitely consider this matter when he went to the world of One Piece.