"Under Jin Chong's command, there are four vice lords in the Emperor Realm Fourth Layer early-stage."

"Among them, Yan Zun is of his direct lineage. Back then, when he killed the previous lord, this person also contributed greatly."

"So this time, the main ones you have to face are Jin Chong and him."

On the way, Gong Qing enthusiastically lectured Lord Jiang about the enemy's lineup and interpersonal relationships.

This did stir a bit of interest in Brother Cheng.

"So they actually have another four in the Emperor Realm Fourth Layer?"

Gong Qing looked helpless.

Such basic intelligence, you just found out?

She continued: "There are also Geng River and Mo Nian, these two vice lords, who are deeply rooted old strong persons of the locality."

"They have undergone over a dozen lords; their family roots are vast and they don't care who the lord is."

"But they are currently restrained by Jin Chong, so as long as he orders, they will act against you."

"According to my deductions, they won't fight as desperately as Yan Zun, which is a point we can use."

"Over the years, Jin Chong has been somewhat partial to Yan Zun, and they probably have dissatisfaction below the surface."

"If you can suppress Jin Chong first and show strong power before them, they likely will stop and choose to observe."

This woman was clearly hidden in the Chao Family as a servant before, yet she could analyze the top movements of Celestial Rainbow Territory thoroughly.

Brother Cheng watched Advisor Gong talk effortlessly for a while; if he didn't respond, he would seem impolite.

So he pretended to be interested and asked a question.

"What about the last one?"

"The last one is Lang Zhi, also the only hopeful ally we can recruit early."

"Huh? Recruit?"

Gong Qing explained eloquently: "Lang Zhi was a trusted disciple of the previous lord. After Jin Chong came into power, he ruthlessly purged the previous lord's staff. Lang Zhi survived because he himself is in the Emperor Realm Fourth Layer and strong enough."

"Jin Chong wants to deal with him, but it's difficult, so he can only let him continue existing."

"You dealing with Jin Chong is certainly what he wants to see."

"But accordingly, we must convince him in advance and earn his trust, for him to work with us. Otherwise, at most he will not help either side and won't act against Jin Chong."

"Besides, another important reason for his survival is because of his diplomacy…"

"Alright, alright."

Lord Jiang felt a slight headache, fearing if he didn't interrupt, this woman could analyze for three days and nights.

Looking at the grand ice sculpture city ahead, he felt a clear attraction.

The attraction resonated with the mark he carried.

This puzzled him slightly.

So he randomly grabbed someone from the roadside.

"Hey, little brother, where does Jin Chong live?"

Hearing the question, the passerby changed their expression.

"Who are you, to call the lord by name?"

"I am Jiang Cheng, satisfied yet?"

At this name, not only the person called stopped but other passersby halted too.

Immediately, they turned their heads in astonishment.

Brother Cheng's defeat of three Realm Masters had spread across Celestial Rainbow Territory, his name discussed countless times in recent days.

He was already considered a celebrity.

The passerby who was initially impatient turned stuttered and flustered.

"Wh-which Jiang Cheng?"

Gong Qing quickly interrupted: "My lord just shares a name with someone else, not the one you're thinking of..."

She truly wished she could silence Brother Cheng.

Never a moment of peace with him.

We're deeply infiltrating the enemy camp, risks are high.

Before action, we must be secretive and concealed!

If Jin Chong and those vice lords know ahead that you are here, wouldn't you face an immediate siege?

Yet, facing an ordinary passerby, you reveal your identity; this is absurd.

"Gave me a scare, turns out you're not him!"

The passerby patted their chest, others also sighed in relief.

They never saw Jiang Cheng's face and truly believed Gong Qing's words.

Thinking about it, how could the murderous figure who killed three Realm Masters dare to stroll here openly?

"Is there really another Jiang Cheng?"

Brother Cheng was dissatisfied.

After doing such a big thing, can't I mention it?

What nonsense!

He blocked Gong Qing behind and shouted to the surroundings: "I am the Jiang Cheng who killed three Realm Masters, any problems?"

Advisor Gong nearly fainted on the spot.

Others were dumbfounded too.

Is this a joke?

Who would admit that voluntarily?

Instead, they didn't believe it.

"Tch, fake?"

"So many types of people, pretending to be a murderer?"

"Really doesn't know how to fear death."

"Boring…"

After speaking, the passersby scattered.

This gave Gong Qing a glimmer of hope again.

Great, luckily these passersby took it as boasting, didn't choose to believe.

Otherwise it would be disastrous.

She hurriedly dragged Brother Cheng aside.

"Could you be more discreet?"

"No, my style doesn't allow me to do so."

Brother Cheng looked at the departing passersby, annoyed by the failure to boast.

Gong Qing nearly wanted to quit.

Never met such an uncooperative lord.

But worse cooperation followed.

Soon she discovered Lord Jiang headed directly towards the Lord's Mansion.

This shocked her to panic, chasing hurriedly.

"What are you going to do?"

"To find Jin Chong."

"No, Emperor Realm Fourth Layer is entirely different from Third Layer…"

No matter what she said, it was useless.

The Lord's Mansion wasn't far, Brother Cheng instantly flashed to the gate.

Looking at the imposing Ice Palace ahead, he nodded.

"Quite grand."

Then before Gong Qing caught up, he directly approached.

"Stop!"

The guards at the gate immediately drew their swords threateningly.

"What scoundrel dares to trespass the Lord's Mansion!"

"Scram!"

"I am Jiang Cheng." Brother Cheng also cheerfully drew his sword.

To prevent disbelief, he simply swung a sword down at the Lord's Mansion gate.

Boom!

The magnificent palace gate shattered into countless ice shards, scattering everywhere.

Simultaneously, a series of explosions occurred from forcibly breaking the array restriction.

From afar, one could see a huge ice mist rising quickly, seemingly a prologue to a grand battle.

The few guards in Emperor Realm Second Layer were cursing just earlier.

Now, they were petrified.

Standing amidst the smoky ruins, their faces filled with bewilderment.

Was the Lord's Mansion attacked?

The grand Lord's Mansion was attacked?

Though holding guard duties, they were mere decorations and never faced any attack.

In the moment, they were unable to react.

Seeing this, Brother Cheng became impatient, acting like fool guards.

"Dumbasses, go report quickly?"

"Oh, oh, oh…"

The guards ran inside swiftly while Gong Qing, who arrived, was utterly crushed seeing this.