Imperial Cultivation Chapter 415

She turned her head and glared at Chu Zhiyuan.

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Brother Gao, are you all right?"

Gao Jiuqu’s unfocused eyes gradually focused, slowly returning to clarity.

He completely came to his senses.

Wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, he smiled sheepishly, "What a powerful sword technique!"

He condensed the Sword Intent at the table corner, at the point where the long sword was shaved.

Even a Great Grandmaster probably couldn’t accomplish this, right?

Could this sword technique of Chu Zhiyuan hurt a Great Grandmaster?

Chu Zhiyuan seemed to see their doubts and shook his head with a smile, "This move cannot hurt a Great Grandmaster."

A Great Grandmaster’s Spiritual Energy mixed with spiritual power guarded the body like Gang Qi.

The Sword Intent on the table corner wasn’t that strong for a Great Grandmaster with spiritual power defense.

Of course, if he stepped into the Divinity Transformation Realm, that would be different.

He estimated he could severely injure a Great Grandmaster, as the gap between Sword Soul and Sword Intent is immense.

Li Hongzhao curled her red lips, "You have quite the ambition to think of hurting a Great Grandmaster."

Chu Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Brother Gao, are you all right?"

Gao Jiuqu shook his head, "The path of swordsmanship can actually reach such power?"

He hadn’t heard of this kind of sword technique before.

Chu Zhiyuan said, "This is the cultivation path of the Ancient Blade Technique; today’s sword techniques have changed."

Today’s sword techniques do not require such complex training; they only emphasize exquisite moves.

Sword techniques merely borrow the sharpness of the blade, abandoning the path of Sword Intent.

He thought this change in swordsmanship was not wrong, but rather absolutely correct.

It is simpler and more efficient, avoiding delays in practicing Internal Cultivation Methods to reach Great Grandmaster faster.

The Ancient Saber Technique focuses on the foundation, with Sword Spirit, Sword Intent, Sword Soul, and Sword God often targeting those above Great Grandmaster.

But in today’s world, there is nothing above Great Grandmaster, only Great Grandmasters, so it’s unnecessary to train such a complex, deep foundation.

It’s not a problem if current sword techniques can’t deal with a Great Grandmaster; to deal with a Great Grandmaster, one must become a Great Grandmaster.

If one has the skill to practice Sword Spirit, Sword Intent, and Sword Soul, they would already be a Great Grandmaster.

"I have learned." Gao Jiuqu sighed.

This sword left him with a severe wound and a greater impact.

Chu Zhiyuan smiled gently, "It’s good if it helps Brother Gao achieve Great Grandmaster."

Gao Jiuqu clasped his hands and nodded solemnly, "It is greatly beneficial."

He could feel Chu Zhiyuan’s sincerity.

Li Hongzhao’s phoenix eyes flashed, shifting back and forth between the two.

She suddenly asked, "Young Master Gao, how is Eighteenth Prince?"

"His Highness is well." Gao Jiuqu said solemnly.

"The Imperial Concubine is seriously ill, didn’t she return?"

"... His Highness went back and returned again."

"With Senior Sister Zhu by his side, coming and going like the wind, it is indeed very fast."

"His own aunt is a Great Grandmaster, the Great Grandmaster of Wentian Cliff, this Eighteenth Prince is not too pitiable."

"Then what’s the matter with the Imperial Concubine?"

"... This, I don’t know." Gao Jiuqu showed an awkward expression.

He looked apologetically at Chu Zhiyuan.

At this moment, he also understood that it was actually inappropriate to mention Cheng Miaozhen in front of Chu Zhiyuan.

Even if the Emperor of Da Jing is generous enough to even confer Cheng Miaozhen as a Princess, it can’t cover up the fact that Cheng Miaozhen looks down on Chu Zhiyuan.

For a man, this is indeed a major blow.

The Ninth Prince was obviously intentional.

Chu Zhiyuan expressionlessly picked up his wine cup and took a sip.

This was Li Hongzhao’s revenge.

She deliberately mentioned Cheng Miaozhen to provoke him, knowing it was a sore spot.

Li Hongzhao’s red lips held a slight smile, speaking faintly: "To live after a great disaster, to have blessings after a calamity, this Imperial Concubine is indeed a person of future blessings."

"..." Gao Jiuqu hesitated, eventually not responding to this statement.

Although he was pedantic and upright, he was also very smart, understanding what Li Hongzhao implied.

The Seventeenth Prince left Wentian Cliff, returned to the Divine Capital, and re-entered the Da Zhen Court and Imperial Palace.

The so-called blessed future is to become the Empress Dowager, isn’t it?

As someone who was a true transmission, and possibly a future Cliff Master of Wentian Cliff, it was best not to get involved in the imperial throne struggle.

In matters concerning the ascension to the throne, he couldn’t say a word, lest great consequences arise.

Chu Zhiyuan lightly coughed, putting down his teacup.

Li Hongzhao squinted at him, with a faint smile: "What great insight does the Princely Heir have?"

Chu Zhiyuan looked at Gao Jiuqu: "I’m planning to take a trip to Jihai Town, does Brother Gao have any advice for me?"

Gao Jiuqu was taken aback: "The Princely Heir intends to resolve the rebellion in Jihai Town? It’s hardly advice."

Chu Zhiyuan looked at him frankly.

This matter had long spread throughout Yujing City, how could Gao Jiuqu not have his own insights?

After all, this concerned Wentian Cliff.

In such major affairs, Wentian Cliff might have even seen it earlier.

Chu Zhiyuan said: "Brother Gao, you must know some of the inside information regarding this rebellion in Jihai Town."

"..." Gao Jiuqu pondered.

He actually didn’t want to say anything.

But since Chu Zhiyuan asked, and Chu Zhiyuan was so friendly and willing to assist him in cultivation, not saying anything left him uneasy.

Chu Zhiyuan turned to look at Li Hongzhao.

Li Hongzhao said indifferently, "Do I need to avoid this?"

"Why should I avoid it?" Li Hongzhao smiled faintly, "The matter of Jihai Town doesn’t concern our Da Meng, why avoid it!"

Chu Zhiyuan shook his head and said to Gao Jiuqu, "Brother Gao, if it’s inconvenient, forget it."

"... The matter of Jihai Town is too complicated, and it’s an internal affair of Da Jing, I’m indeed not suitable to say much." Gao Jiuqu said apologetically, "Your Highness must be careful."

Chu Zhiyuan nodded slowly, "Thank you, Brother Gao."

He understood what Gao Jiuqu meant.

Too complicated, clearly indicating involvement from various factions.

The warning to be careful obviously hinted at the presence of Great Grandmasters.

Gao Jiuqu shook his head, "I don’t deserve it."

He picked up his tea cup, gently tapping the lid with his fingers, seemingly a casual gesture.

Chu Zhiyuan saw it, a thoughtful expression on his face.

Li Hongzhao stared at Chu Zhiyuan’s face, speaking blandly, "When does the Princely Heir plan to depart?"

Chu Zhiyuan said, "Once the Phoenix Camp is ready, we’ll go."

Li Hongzhao said, "Phoenix Camp is recruiting new people, how long will it drag on? ... This time, all the Innate disciples of the various sects in Da Jing’s Martial Arts were caught in one go, right? You have a heavy responsibility, if they are wiped out, Da Jing’s Martial Arts loses a generation."

Chu Zhiyuan squinted slightly, "No need for Your Highness’s concern, it won’t come to that."

"Better to be cautious." Li Hongzhao said faintly, "Jihai Town is not one of Da Lie’s four major camps."

Chu Zhiyuan said, "If any Evil Sect dares to come, I will take the opportunity to sweep them away! You Da Meng spies better not act rashly."

Li Hongzhao chuckled softly, "The Princely Heir is too suspicious, as I said, Da Meng is not involved in this matter."

Chu Zhiyuan looked at Gao Jiuqu.

Gao Jiuqu hurriedly lowered his head and drank tea solemnly.

Li Hongzhao furrowed her pretty eyebrows at Gao Jiuqu.

Gao Jiuqu coughed lightly, feeling uncomfortable.

Chu Zhiyuan sneered, "Indeed, Da Meng is causing trouble!"

Li Hongzhao coldly replied, "Utter nonsense!"

Chu Zhiyuan shook his head, "I hope those Da Meng spies are just as stubborn!"

Finishing, he stood up, "Brother Gao, I must take my leave."

"Then..." Gao Jiuqu stood up as well.

Li Hongzhao let out a cold laugh, stood up with a shroud of subtle fragrance, and left directly.

"This..." Gao Jiuqu didn’t expect Li Hongzhao to be so impolite, turning hostile instantly and leaving without regard for etiquette and demeanor.

Chu Zhiyuan smiled, "Thank you, Brother Gao, for the reminder. Will there be a second rebellion?"

Gao Jiuqu hurriedly nodded slightly.

Chu Zhiyuan said, "I must leave immediately, lest I’m too late."

"Indeed." Gao Jiuqu said slowly.