His Majesty is plotting a rebellion? Quickly, summon the Imperial Advisor!

February 9th.

Just after 9 PM, a crow delivered a message. The crow was entirely black, mysterious, and dangerous, symbolizing both good fortune and misfortune.

That night, two hundred cooks, armed with spears and top-tier armor, were armed to the teeth…

Under the pale moonlight, the two hundred people walked along a narrow path, emerged from the mountains and dense forests, met up at a certain place, mounted their horses, and headed towards Kaili Mountain.

The two hundred soldiers all had fierce expressions on their faces and gleaming eyes.

He consumed nine millet daily, which fostered a strong and agile physique, full of energy and spirit, in addition to the meticulously forged first-class armor.

Even with only two hundred men, their fighting strength should not be underestimated.

They marched on a long journey...

Power and authority inspire fear.

Xu Bing sat in his study, watching the scene with great interest, hoping that this first battle of blood tempering would not disappoint him.

What he wanted was an overwhelming, devastating victory.

"I hope to see good news tomorrow," Xu Bing murmured.

Yu'e's soul solidified a bit, and even she could feel the murderous aura emanating from it.

This Lord of the Mysterious Lotus of Creation, with a mere command, could send troops across dozens of miles to take lives and claim souls.

The person who issued the order, however, sat quietly in his study, sipping hot tea. The difference between these two lies in absolute power.

She was shocked last night and only managed to process it today. This imperial advisor... is truly extraordinary.

If he could help me, perhaps... I could truly return to the world of the living.

It is a true return to the human world, not a return to a physical body as a soul.

only…

Xu Bing is currently only at the stage of "holding a lantern" (a metaphor for being in a critical condition), and there is still a long way to go.

Tang Dayu knocked on the door and brought in the evening meal. Yu'e collected her thoughts and returned to her thumb ring.

Tonight's dinner consists of a bowl of rice, a plate of beef, and a plate of green herbs.

There were no delicacies or rare foods.

Compared to other officials, he could even be considered unassuming.

Tang Dayu put down his meal and was about to leave when Xu Bing stopped him and asked him to help him tidy up his pen and paper.

Xu Bing wrote down the "Seven-Step Knife Technique" martial arts training tips on a piece of paper and handed it to Tang Dayu.

"Old Tang, what do you think of this sword technique?" Xu Bing asked.

Tang Dayu carefully examined the document and truthfully stated, "Fierce and powerful, with extremely strong killing power!"

"Of those twenty servants, who is suitable for this sword technique?" Xu Bing asked.

"One, eight, ten, twelve, nineteen," Tang Dayu said, counting on his fingers, carefully choosing each word.

The servants searched through the management area and assigned numbers to the twenty men, numbered from one to twenty.

Compared to the first batch of servants, spring, summer, autumn, winter, Jia, Yi, Bing, Ding, Sanmao…

Obviously, the naming and numbering of the second batch of servants was much more hasty, but this was unavoidable.

The earliest followers always have some special characteristics, such as the thirty servants and household guards in the mansion at this moment.

The memories given to Xu Bing were far less than those of the first batch of people who had been sent down to various places.

Xu Bingdao said, "Pass on this Seven-Step Saber Technique to a suitable candidate, and then take some time to visit the Red Eagle Escort Agency to integrate the Nine-Sound Fist, Opening and Closing Palm, Seven-Step Saber Technique, and other martial arts there for the escorts to practice."

Integrating existing resources is crucial.

Xu Bingyou is nine meters tall and skilled in martial arts. Under his tutelage, it is not difficult for his subordinates to reach the Tongxuan realm.

……

Xu Bing carried the food to the back room and pushed open the door.

"Son of a bitch!"

A delicate shout rang out. Since returning from the Yingxi Festival, Ji Yuan had been bound by Xu Bing, with her ankles and wrists tied together.

He left it on the bed and ignored it. Ji Yuan stayed like that for nearly two days. How could he not be angry?

He was so angry that his buttocks trembled.

She was still dressed as usual, her blonde hair slightly disheveled, yet it added to her beauty. The charcoal burning warmly kept her warm; on the contrary, it was too warm, and sweat beaded on her forehead, armpits, palms, and soles.

Although it's not as unbearable as being frozen, it's certainly not pleasant either. That's how people are; when they're cold, they crave warmth, and when it's sweltering, they crave a cool breeze.

Xu Bing pushed open the door and entered. A cool breeze blew into the room, which made Ji Yuan feel comfortable and relieved her depressed mood.

But seeing Xu Bing, he couldn't help but grit his teeth, wishing he could bite off a piece of flesh to vent his anger.

What are you doing here!?

"I get angry just looking at you. Get out of here, get out of here, let me have some peace and quiet."

Ji Yuan cursed.

Seeing Xu Bing approach, what lingered in her mind was that day of the Welcoming Xi Festival, when she, the dignified Empress of the Great Xi, was nestled in the arms of this scoundrel, enjoying herself immensely.

Subconsciously, she was happy.

In her mind, she was forced, but putting everything else aside, Ji Yuan found it really hard to resist Xu Bing's appearance, figure, and that strange fragrance.

Even now, it's not something I reminisce about.

Xu Bingtiao observed the patient's condition.

Status: Expecting

Then look at Ji Yuan's face.

His eyebrows were furrowed, his nose was slightly wrinkled, and his eyes glared with disdain…

It's as if every pore is resisting and rejecting it.

But deep down, there was anticipation?

"Is Your Majesty being sarcastic?" Xu Bing closed the door to the side room, placed the dinner on the table, and sat facing Ji Yuan.

"This is…"

Ji Yuan, who was lying face down with his head facing Xu Bing, suddenly had his pupils shrink and his fists clenched tightly.

Only then did she see that wherever Xu Bing had stepped, lotus flowers bloomed for a fleeting moment, then gradually disappeared.

He was bathed in the radiance of Tao Hua, appearing almost divine. Everything around him served as a foil, and every time he appeared, he evoked a complex mix of emotions in her heart.

Her pretty face flushed red; she was by no means a young girl just experiencing love for the first time. In terms of age, she was not young at all.

But it is precisely this kind of blushing in women that is the most essential and primal form of blushing.

It must have reminded them of something.

However, she quickly became enraged again. Her eyes narrowed, and she said coldly, "I only expect one thing: for you to die immediately!"

When Ji Yuan uttered the word "death," he hesitated for a moment, but since the matter had come to this point, he had no choice but to say it for the sake of his reputation.

After saying that, he secretly observed Xu Bing's expression and breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that the other party did not seem to care.

Such an emotional surge happened in an instant, and even Ji Yuan herself was unaware of it.

Xu Bing released Ji Yuan, who calmed her blood and qi, glared at Xu Bing, and sat down to eat.

The two chatted about some matters of state.

Despite Ji Yuan's stubborn and unyielding demeanor, he listens attentively when the topic turns to national affairs.

"Your Majesty, how about we make a deal?" Xu Bing planned to use his [Trade] ability on Ji Yuan.

If the transaction goes smoothly, it's not impossible to return it to its original place and turn an enemy into a friend ahead of time.

"Oh?" Ji Yuan put down his chopsticks, the corners of his mouth turned up, and he raised his head slightly, revealing an expression of great interest. "What kind of deal was it? Tell me about it."

"I'll let you return to your place, but you must not harbor any murderous intent towards me, nor interfere with my actions." Xu Bing considered for a moment before proposing a condition that seemed acceptable to Ji Yuan.

But no sooner had the words left his mouth than...

Then he saw the arrogant woman, arms crossed, sneering, head held high, laughing half-mockingly and half-contemptuously: "Ridiculous, Xu Bing, use your toes to think, do you think I would believe you?"

It's that same line again... Xu Bing sighed and rubbed his forehead in exasperation. The ability of [Transaction] was useless against this woman.

but…

Since the deal fell through, let's keep them tied up.

With a hint of revenge in his eyes, Ji Yuan had only eaten half of the food when the golden rope slowly began to wrap around him.

Ji Yuan slowly put down his chopsticks, looked at Xu Bing without showing any weakness, and said calmly, "Hehe, so you're already in a hurry to take revenge on me?"

She responded with the utmost contempt, "Bring it on."

Little did she know that her raised head and haughty posture caused her to miss a chance to escape.