You Have Science, I Have Martial Arts-Chapter 444 - 219: Forging the Patsy Hongying (Part 2)
If the sword’s Path of Slaughter didn’t completely align with her Path of Punishment, and if it hadn’t already recognized its master, Lian Hongyin might not have been able to resist snatching it.
Reaching this point, Lian Hongyin no longer harbored any doubts about Ye Qingzhou.
Subsequently, she called for her personal Captain of the Guard and instructed her, "From now on, my treasury is open for the Ye Monarch to come and go freely. Do not obstruct him."
"Yes, Princess." 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝙚𝔀𝒆𝒃𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝒐𝒎
The Captain of the Guard obeyed but couldn’t help casting a curious glance at Ye Qingzhou, wondering just how he had managed to enchant the esteemed and strong-willed Princess to such an extent that she would allow him access to her treasured vaults. It was simply incredible.
One must know that Lian Hongyin was not only the City Lord of Huajian City but also one of the princesses of the Rakshasa Woman Kingdom with a right to inheritance.
From a young age, Lian Hongyin had been cherished by Sovereign Lian Huoji for her outstanding aptitude, receiving many precious exotic treasures as rewards.
Among these were rare treasures of Celestial Material Level, priceless and unobtainable even with wealth outside.
But the princess’s orders were something the Captain of the Guard could not defy, so she could only hide her doubts in her heart.
"There’s no more business for you here. I have some words to discuss with the Ye Monarch, so you may leave now."
"As you command, Princess."
Before leaving, the Captain of the Guard took another look at Ye Qingzhou, planning to keep an eye on this "attractive" man in the days to come.
Lest her princess truly get swindled for wealth and beauty.
After the Captain of the Guard departed, Lian Hongyin eagerly resumed her discussion with Ye Qingzhou on the topic of the Divine Weapon: "Ye Monarch, this matter is of great importance, so please keep it a secret for me."
"Don’t worry, I don’t want to cause trouble either, so I won’t boast about it."
Given that the Rakshasa Woman Kingdom’s fortunes are suppressed by a Divine Weapon, the emergence of a new National Guardian Divine Weapon would undoubtedly cause a storm of epic proportions.
It might even alter the entire political landscape of the Rakshasa Woman Kingdom, with countless people likely perishing in the wave of dramatic changes.
"Lian City Lord, I will prepare for this matter in secrecy, but the Celestial Human Casting Technique is highly significant, so I ask for your patience."
"Very well, I await good news from you, Ye Monarch."
Subsequently, the two began discussing the preparations in detail, especially regarding Celestial Veins and human connections, both of which have numerous requirements. Otherwise, if the Divine Weapon and master’s spirit cannot resonate, it would be a complete waste.
They consulted each other throughout the entire night.
The following day, Ye Qingzhou left the study looking much more weary.
In order to sway a Martial God, Ye Qingzhou had to remain fully focused and exert considerable mental effort last night.
However, the results were very satisfactory, as he gained free access to the City Lord’s Mansion’s treasury in Huajian City henceforth.
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Ironwork Market, Shanfeng Hao...
No, it’s now renamed to Divine Blade Pavilion.
The former apprentices and relatives of Duan Qianfeng either perished in battle or were thrown into prison, so the entire establishment was deserted and lacking in human presence.
But with Qiong Jie, Yinn Guangwu, and their sister Yinn Yulan, along with their mother Zoya, moving in together, it didn’t feel so desolate.
When Ye Qingzhou returned, he happened to see Huang Liwen brushing his teeth by the well.
"Whoa, Old Ye, did a temptress drain you dry?"
"Get lost, Lian City Lord and I had a candlelit conversation, don’t spout nonsense."
With his petty mindset, Huang Liwen grinned mischievously, "Heh, I don’t believe you. Alone, a man and a woman in a room, and you claim you talked all night? I’ll eat my hat live if that’s true!"
"Scram, just looking for an excuse to enjoy a free meal."
Ye Qingzhou laughed and then began to inspect the newly redubbed Divine Blade Pavilion: "Last time I visited, I came to stir up trouble. Who would’ve thought that in just a few days, I’d become the lord of this place."
"No wonder they say theft enriches quickly, looting indeed offers fast returns."
Huang Liwen also envied him quite a bit for this.
He believed Ye Qingzhou deserved it. After all, the situation had been perilous, and without Ye Qingzhou’s intervention, Lian Hongyin might not have escaped disaster.
And by challenging Duan Qianfeng, they offended Qiong Ao, and in slaying Qiong Ao, they antagonized Qiong Wu. Had the rebels prevailed, they might have been forced into exile, fleeing Huajian City.
Yet, Huang Liwen quickly shifted his tone, gazing quizzically at Ye Qingzhou with seven parts mockery, three parts scrutiny, and an extra ninety per cent gossip, raising his eyebrows and snickering, "Old Ye, did you marry into her family?"
"No, I simply made a deal with her."
"Was this deal legitimate?"
"Knowing too much wouldn’t do you any good."
With that, Ye Qingzhou gave Huang Liwen a knowing glance.
"Fine, I won’t pry anymore."
Upon hearing this, Huang Liwen couldn’t fail to realize that the content of the deal was undoubtedly life-threatening, so he prudently refrained. However, deep down, he was still quite curious about what kind of secret pact Ye Qingzhou had struck with Lian Hongyin.
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Rakshasa Woman Kingdom, Royal Capital of Qiyu.
Bang~
A bronze incense burner weighing over a thousand pounds was kicked into the air, crashing into the yard, causing the servants in the residence to tremble with fear.
First Princess Lian Qixia, her face a mask of frost at this moment, looked icily at the subordinate who had brought the report: "My good royal sister, has she truly attained the Martial God Venerable Position?"
