Taiyi Dao Fruit

The Great Venerable's Cosmic Light Divine Ability is the epitome of shamelessness, roaming the world for so many years, establishing the Devil God Sect and causing chaos everywhere without harm, indicating its true worth.

If the Great Venerable didn't have the Cosmic Light Divine Ability, even if he didn't advance to the second rank, there would still be many third grades besieging him.

Then there is the Awakened, who comprehends cause and effect, unfathomable, also a ruthless character.

As for Karma Tathagata, able to visualize a Cave Heaven Blessed Land hanging behind the head, capable of accommodating everyone from the Fire House Buddha Hell, as well as directly smashing people, who wouldn't call that a rogue?

These days, without some rogue divine skill, one would be ashamed to call themselves supreme.

Feng Manlou was still unconsciously talking about the rogue level of "Daoism Rules the World". After finishing, he didn't forget to add, "With both the Heavenly Monarch causing havoc and the old Dao like Li Boyang stirring trouble, even if I wanted to support my virtuous brother, it's like fighting four palms with two fists. Therefore, I'm thinking of quickly enhancing your strength, so our brothers can stand together, beat these two guys until they are searching for their teeth everywhere."

Your way of enhancing my strength is to make me accommodate the Emperor Dao Fruit?

Jiang Li sneered, "Should I be thanking you, big brother?"

"That's not necessary," Feng Manlou waved his hand, "After all, the matter hasn't succeeded; when it does, it's not too late to thank me."

He spoke as he turned, looking at the retreating officials in the distance, with a half-smile, "Next time, you won't need my help."

Jiang Li also turned to look, his gaze falling on the people from the Eldest and Second Prince factions, paying special attention to the Grand Commandant—also known as Meng Family's Old Patriarch Meng Jun.

With Earth Uncle retreating, in terms of martial strength, it's Princess and Jiang Li who occupy absolute advantage. Moreover, the Eldest and Second Prince are still fifth-rank; even with the Emperor Dao Fruit in hand, they are incapable of advancement.

If the Emperor is released at this time and the Emperor Dao Fruit is retrieved, an awkward situation would occur—only Jiang Li would be eligible to accommodate the Emperor Dao Fruit.

Without superior strength and unable to counterattack decisively, they can only endure.

Once either the Eldest or Second Prince advances to fourth-rank, these people will resist again.

And by then, the cooperation between the Immortal Queen and Tianxuan should also have ended.

The Great Venerable only needs to let loose when they attempt to unseal the Emperor, giving them an opportunity to resist. At that time, Jiang Li must seize the Emperor Dao Fruit.

Whether it's the Emperor or the next-generation Emperor accommodating the Emperor Dao Fruit, they shouldn't accommodate powerful ministers like Jiang Li.

"At that time, if my virtuous brother is willing, I am prepared to offer my full assistance."

Feng Manlou left behind meaningful words, then prepared to leave.

At that time, it would not only be these court figures involved, even the Imperial College Sacrificial Officer would be drawn into the fray.

Feng Manlou was very much looking forward to the scene then.

Having said this, Feng Manlou turned around and left, his carefree figure showing not a trace of frustration from the failure of the plan, maintaining a sense of ease within.

Jiang Li despised such pretentious people.

Thus, he spoke, "Yuan Xi previously met with my sister-in-law, saying she must thank my sister-in-law for matchmaking. I agree wholeheartedly, and will choose a day to visit my brother and sister-in-law, to thank them once more."

Feng Manlou's carefree demeanor vanished unexpectedly.

Jiang Li directly mentioned Tianxuan's real name, no longer pretending, directly telling Feng Manlou that the matchmaking succeeded. However, Feng Manlou felt no surprise, rather a sense of shock.

He could fully imagine the burning anger in the heart of the Princess when being thanked, it was a direct confrontation.

Currently, the Princess's anger passed, but Jiang Li visiting again, would inevitably reignite the fury. By then, the fate of Feng Manlou, the strategist of the scheme, was predictable.

"Hehe."

Feng Manlou let out a dry laugh, then after a brief silence, said, "I will undoubtedly greet you with open arms."

To yield to Jiang Li at this moment would be equivalent to admitting fear in domestic matters, wouldn't it?

Feng Manlou is a dignified man, he couldn't be undignified like that.

Moreover, he had personally stated before that he's not a man who fears domestic issues.

So, Feng Manlou directly left, maintaining the dignity of a man.

"Indeed, no matter how shameless a man is, when it comes to the status within the family, he still cares about dignity." Jiang sighed like the shameless person he is.

In this regard, he certainly has a lot to say.

The difference lies in that Jiang does not need to force dignity, Tianxuan is extraordinarily generous in giving her man face in this matter.

Otherwise, even if Jiang Li is fierce in certain aspects, if Tianxuan insists on overshadowing Jiang Li, he would have no solution. Sparring between master and disciple is a sect tradition, also a pleasure, rather than truly seeking to tread the other underfoot.

As for Gongsun Qingyue...

A paper tiger is truly disappointing.

All the while, Jiang Li again mourned silently for Feng Manlou, then looked at the silhouettes of the officials already leaving the Imperial City.

'Waiting for an opportunity... hopefully your opportunity comes soon, don't make me advance to third grade still having to bully the fourth-rank weaklings.'

He mused idly, from the beginning to the end, extremely calm.

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On the other side, Grand Commandant Meng Jun returned to his residence.

During the court meeting, Meng Family's Old Patriarch, who kept a low profile, returned home as if awakening from a slumber, without manifesting any posture, changing his demeanor through presence alone, intimidating without anger.

He dismissed the servants and welcoming family heirs, heading alone to a secluded courtyard in the mansion.

This place, remote and tranquil yet not desolate, shaded by verdant trees, bursting with vitality as spring arrives, a small path leading forward, with glimpses of lake and mountain scenery.

The Meng Residence occupies vast grounds, this courtyard even has space artificially arranged with a small hill, based around a large lake, the clear mountains and rivers making it the most exquisite place in the mansion.

By the lakeside, stands a delicate Water Pavilion. Meng Jun walked along the path into the pavilion, hearing the echo of a zither melody, akin to lofty mountains and flowing waters, seeming heavenly, with a green luan spreading its wings, gracefully dancing above the lake.

Bamboo curtains draped within the pavilion, faintly revealing a woman playing the zither behind the curtain, and a beautifully dressed woman was adding water to boil tea.

Meng Jun recognized this beautiful woman, she was the main consort of King Shu, also the Fourth Palace Master of Kunxu Immortal Palace.

The woman playing the zither, though her face was unseen, was most likely one of the Immortal Palace's palace masters.

Whereas the Immortal Queen, at this time, was turned away from Meng Jun, gazing on, surveying the lake and landscape.

"The Princess has begun to control the court, her power unstoppable. Though I've tried to stabilize the people's heart, some have seen unfavorable conditions and chose to submit."

Meng Jun spoke slowly, implying the situation was rather dire.

And this is the consequence of acting according to the Immortal Queen's words.

Had he not adhered to her counsel, perhaps the Taiping Sect's turmoil wouldn't be over, the court still in deadlock rather than currently being one-sided.

"Endure for some time, and relief will arrive."

The Immortal Queen spoke blandly, her cool voice carrying lofty pride, yet her understanding of the situation was thorough, without the ignorance of being detached from the mortal world.

"The Buddha Country's eastward spread of Buddhist Law, and in Jiangnan, many noble family descendants apprentice under Shangqing, these two factors will suffice to hinder Ji Lingguang and Tianxuan from fully consolidating court rule. Until the Buddha Country withdraws, this palace shall complete the Promotion Ceremony; then will be your opportunity."

When the Immortal Queen advances, Tianxuan will certainly get involved. On this point, the Immortal Queen is entirely certain.

Their overt and covert disputes have persisted for years, they won't resolve all grievances due to temporary cooperation.

If the Immortal Queen successfully promoted, Tianxuan would inevitably face revenge.

Tianxuan should be aware of this.

By then, if Tianxuan intervenes, the Divine Capital here will definitely lack combat power, presenting an opportunity for the Eldest Prince to seek the Emperor Dao Fruit.

And instability in the Divine Capital also provides a chance for the Immortal Queen.

"This palace personally baiting to create an opportunity for you, it's only then your grandson may have a chance to touch the Emperor's position. So despite any dissatisfaction, you must endure for this palace."

The Immortal Queen spoke placidly, her words carrying a coolness and detachment, making Meng Jun hold back any thoughts of persuasion.

His initial intention was to plead, hoping the Immortal Queen would intervene, not allowing the Princess to overstep, thereby reducing losses.

Sadly, the Immortal Queen is not oblivious to state affairs; her grasp of the court situation is thoroughly informed.

Thus, they can only endure.