Chapter 110: Why Cling to One Tree? I'm Not Bad Either!

Chapter 110: Why Cling to One Tree? I'm Not Bad Either!



(TL/n: You guys are awesome. Thanks a lot for the reviews and the support. I've decided to release all the chapters I've saved up. As a result you guys also managed to avoid a couple cliffhangers lol. Enjoy! These upcoming chapters are spicy!)

In the palace of the Jia Ma Empire on the northwest continent, the atmosphere in the grand hall was tense.

"Who would have thought that old guy Yun Shan actually broke through to become a Dou Ancestor..."

"The Jia Ma Empire hasn't seen a Dou Ancestor powerhouse in who knows how long..."

Jia Xing Tian's face was grim. He knew very well that with Yun Shan's breakthrough to Dou Ancestor, the entire Jia Ma Empire would undergo a massive upheaval. As the de facto rulers of the empire, the Jia Ma royal family would likely face significant challenges to their power. "Grandfather, this means that the Misty Cloud Sect will hold all the power in the Jia Ma Empire..."

Yao Ye spoke the harsh truth, and Jia Xing Tian could only smile wryly.

"Grandfather, you've been at the peak of Dou Emperor for many years now. Perhaps, with continued effort, you might break through soon."

"The closer one gets to a breakthrough, the more they understand how difficult it is." "Even if I can't break through, the Misty Cloud Sect only has Yun Shan as a Dou Ancestor. If we unite the three major families, we may still have a chance to challenge them!"

"Yao Ye, I know your intentions are good, but I'm the closest to a breakthrough and also the most aware of how powerful a Dou Ancestor is. If Yun Shan truly has become a Dou Ancestor, even several Dou Emperors joining forces wouldn't be his match."

Jia Xing Tian's words dampened Yao Ye's fighting spirit.

Could they really do nothing but submit to the Misty Cloud Sect?

With the Sect's ambition and methods, the royal family of the Jia Ma Empire would inevitably face decline. The Sect would not allow any other force to share power with them.

As Yao Ye pondered, she suddenly thought of someone.

"Grandfather, do you remember there was another Dou Ancestor powerhouse in the Jia Ma Empire?"

"Are you talking about Young Master Gu Fei?!"

Jia Xingtian's eyes lit up at the mention of this name.

"If Young Master Gu Fei is willing to help us, why should we fear Yun Shan?"

At that time, when he saw Gu Fei, he immediately recognized him as a genuine Dou Ancestor powerhouse, and not just an ordinary one- Gu Fei was a high-level Dou Ancestor, capable of instilling fear even in someone as experienced as himself.

"But... even if Young Master Gu Fei were willing to help, just finding him would be a challenge."

Yao Ye felt discouraged, thinking her idea was unrealistic, but Jia Xing Tian didn't agree. "Solving the problem doesn't necessarily require bringing Young Master Gu Fei here."

"Luckily, we previously hosted Young Master Gu Fei for some time, establishing a relationship. With that connection, the Misty Cloud Sect might hesitate to act rashly."

"Furthermore, the Seventh-Tier Alchemist Manual that Young Master Gu Fei left for Yue'er has bound the Alchemist Association to our royal family. If the Misty Cloud Sect moves against us, the Alchemist Association won't stand idly by."

"With these two layers of protection, even Yun Shan should be wary."

Yao Ye analyzed all the pros and cons in one breath, revealing her almost blind admiration for Gu Fei.

her, he still felt uneasy.

'It seems the woman Gu Fei brought back isn't simple.'

Gu Qing Yang hadn't wanted to say more, but seeing Xun'er looking so cold and pale, he couldn't help but continue.

"Enough, you've already divorced him, so why get involved in his affairs anymore?"

"Gu Fei has already distanced himself. If you keep entangling yourself, you'll only get dragged deeper into the mess. Even the elders might not stand by you. It's not worth sullying

yourself over someone who doesn't care."

"Brother Qing Yang makes a good point!"

Before Gu Qing Yang could finish, a voice sounded from nearby, and a figure appeared in the

air- it was Gu Yao.

"Let the past stay in the past; it's time to move on!" Gu Yao smiled, looking at Xun'er with

clear affection.

If anyone was happy about Gu Fei and Xun'er's divorce, it was Gu Yao. Only with Xun'er away from Gu Fei could Gu Yao openly pursue her. He had liked Xun'er since they were young, but Gu Fei proposed first and succeeded, so Gu Yao had backed off.

"I have no interest in listening to your nonsense!"

"If you were involved, you'd understand just how infuriating this situation is!"

Xun'er snapped at Gu Yao, showing no kindness.

But Gu Yao wasn't disheartened. He continued with a carefree, optimistic tone, "Gu Fei has made up his mind. Why not let it go? Instead of wasting energy on something unattainable, why not appreciate the scenery you've overlooked?"

Gu Yao's meaning was clear- he was the "scenery" she'd overlooked.

"After staying in the Gu Realm for so long, what scenery could there possibly be to miss?"

Xun'er replied impatiently.

Having said that, she no longer bothered to deal with Gu Yao, disappearing in a few quick

movements.

Seeing her leave, Gu Yao remained undeterred, silently vowing to win her over.

"He's back; let's go see him too!" Gu Qing Yang said to Gu Yao.

Gu Yao paused for a moment, then joined Gu Qing Yang as they headed towards the mountain

where Gu Fei resided.