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Even though he had prepared himself mentally, Xiao Yun couldn't help but feel a little doubtful after hearing his words:

"This guy... could he be bluffing me, using this as an excuse to buy me time so he can send troops to attack Ideal Country?"

Otherwise, it would be hard to explain why a proud man who built an empire and ruled as regent would utter such almost pleading words.

But Xiao Yun didn't know that the other side was truly out of options.

Shang Qi wasn't the type to use his brain; for him, only power was the reason to become emperor.

Therefore, he always acted as a hands-off manager, handing over the management of the Eternal Empire to others.

Among them, the Imperial Advisor was his master, the one who found him when he was a child and raised him single-handedly.

He believed that with the system and his ever-growing strength every day, he could truly pass this empire down for eternity.

However, when the second full moon arrived, he killed three king-level monsters with one hand, only to find that the interior had been breached by the dead. He realized he was wrong, terribly wrong.

"I knew the Grand Tutor and several other ministers were corrupt, but I never imagined they could be this corrupt."

Shang Qi sighed inwardly, still somewhat puzzled even now when he thought about it.

The last time, the large-scale transformation of the dead in the lower city had already sounded the alarm.

Just before the second full moon, he had repeatedly warned and issued an edict to raise the living standards in the lower city, otherwise, an even larger-scale calamity of death would surely occur.

Even so, residents living in the lower city area still did not receive the treatment they deserved.

When the calamity of the dead broke out, Shang Qi, who rushed to the scene to help, was so angry at the sight of the dog shit-like environment in the lower city that he almost wanted to kill someone.

He was an orphan who had been abandoned and wandered for a period of time, experiencing hardship along the way.

Even so, he was still shocked by the sight of the lower city of the Eternal Empire.

It's not just an inhuman place, it's a doghouse!

Even the female slaves kept by the Minister of the Human Resources Department have living conditions ten thousand times better than that!

Shang Qi originally wanted to slap all these scoundrels to death, but after discovering that they had already run away with their property and female slaves, he felt relieved.

"All the people are guilty, but the guilt lies with me."

When he decided to become emperor, he was already prepared for the consequences:

"I will grant permission, I will bear the responsibility, I will shoulder the burden of the entire world."

Inside the imperial carriage, a resolute glint flashed in the eyes of the robust young man:

"As long as I can get relief and resolve my current predicament, even if this guy makes me kneel, for the sake of my people and the future of the Eternal Empire, I will endure it!"

"My Majesty, you have suffered..."

Beside him, the imperial concubine's beautiful eyes glistened with tears, filled with heartache.

Shang Qi smiled and said:

"Don't worry, Xiao Yun is a smart and kind-hearted person. At most, we'll pay a price, but there won't be any major problems."

Before the words were even finished, Xiao Yun's response echoed in his mind:

"It's possible, but in return, I need to serve you for a few days."

"I need to conquer the Palace of Illusion and Reality, and I need combat power. You will lead the charge."

"In addition, I want 50% of your Eternal Empire's resource points. Of course, this deal can be made after you recover."

Xiao Yun had a general idea that the Eternal Empire was in trouble, but since the other party's attitude was relatively upright, he didn't intend to rip them off too badly.

Shang Qi paused for a moment, then responded:

"That's it? No problem! Deal!"

Xiao Yun's heart skipped a beat.

Oh no, we ordered too few!

Sure enough, as if afraid he would refuse, Shang Qi continued:

"If you help us through this difficult time, author Yue Cangmang will be waiting for you on Cola Novels with 'Dormitory Group Transmigration: My Intelligence Updates Daily.' I'll also give you two more areas, and as for the resource points, take as many as you want!"

Shang Qi's words were extremely bold, but Xiao Yun could detect a hint of smugness in them.

"Oh no, there's a hole!"

Xiao Yun sighed softly to himself.

However, Xiao Yun was not prepared to back out, since his main goal was to acquire Shang Qi as a combatant.

He was good at dealing with the deceased; it just took a little effort, but it was pure profit.

Shang Qi also felt that he had made a huge profit.

Exploring the Palace of Illusion and Reality is nothing more than fighting; just enjoy the battles.

As for resource points... he needs those now too.

"Free aid, we're making a killing!"

Overjoyed, Shang Qi didn't dare hesitate and hurriedly signed the contract with Xiao Yun.

Because Ji Mingyu was not present, Xiao Yun could not do anything shady this time. He simply made three secret agreements to prevent the other party from turning around and biting him after the deed was done.

The contract was quickly signed, and both parties were delighted.

"Let's go see what's going on."

As Xiao Yun spoke, he was about to have Shang Qi lead the way.

But Shang Qi suddenly called out to him.

"Wait, there's something else."

Shang Qi's voice carried a hint of embarrassment:

"I am, after all, an emperor. I have already made some tough statements. It would be too embarrassing to end like this. It would also dampen everyone's enthusiasm and confidence."

"So, since you're being a nice guy, why don't you go all the way and put on another act with me? Don't worry, I'll let you have your way."

Despite saying that, through the jade curtain of the imperial carriage, Xiao Yun saw a pair of eyes full of fighting spirit.

So eager, like a hunter roaming the forest who has spotted a tiger!

"Tsk, he's still just a reckless brute at heart..."

Xiao Yun sighed inwardly, not wanting to make a move.

But looking into the other person's eyes, a flame couldn't help but ignite in his own, and the corners of his mouth turned up slightly.

Although it was our first time meeting today, in that instant, we felt like close friends, and instantly understood each other's feelings.

If you want war, then let's fight!

"Hahaha! Alright, alright, let's do it!"

Shang Qi laughed heartily and flew out of the imperial carriage:

"In this world, strength reigns supreme, and the victor is king!"

Everyone was completely dumbfounded as they watched his aura steadily rise.

What's going on? Weren't we just starting negotiations? Why are we already getting into action?

But then, the Eternal Empire and others showed signs of fanaticism.

"Our king is mighty and invincible!"

Wang Tianyuan, Zhong Mo, and the others looked rather solemn.

"This guy... is a sixth-order being!"

Wang Tianyuan's eyes narrowed, and he moved closer to Xiao Yun, whispering:

"Brother Yun, this is a tough one. Forget about chivalry, the three of us brothers will face him together." Damn it.

Xiao Yun smiled and shook his head, saying:

"No, it's just normal conversation."

The next second, blazing flames shot into the sky, and Xiao Yun's aura was like the sun, directly colliding with Shang Qi.

boom!

A deafening roar, like a volcanic eruption, shook everyone to their core. Some of the weaker fighters even collapsed to the ground instantly, too afraid to even look at the two combatants.

Watching the two men flying through the air, each strike aimed to kill, Wang Tianyuan's lips twitched slightly.

"Is this what you call normal communication? When did this world become so absurd?"