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Chapter 83
Chapter 83
“Is there a way to resolve this?” Jiang Chen pondered internally. The thought of others hearing his inner voice gave him the shivers. It was somewhat embarrassing since these were thoughts he preferred to keep to himself.
“This is a privilege unique to the heavenly path and cannot be eliminated. Furthermore, attempting to do so would trigger restrictions and punishments from the heavenly path,” the system explained.
“However, the system can assist the host in controlling his inner voice. You can decide whether or not others can hear your inner thoughts, transforming it from a passive to an active skill.”
“That’s the one!” Jiang Chen promptly responded. Having control over this ability was far superior to being at its mercy.
This way, he could manipulate what the heroines knew about him, ensuring only beneficial information was disclosed, rather than everything being laid bare. Additionally, Jiang Chen saw other potential uses for this ability.
“It seems like a perfect skill for slacking off!” He mused that openly expressing his thoughts could forewarn others, allowing him to disrupt the plot indirectly without intervening directly, thereby still qualifying for rewards.
“Just like with Yan Ruyu’s innate Yin-Yang Qi!” He realized that Ye Qingcheng must have acted upon his inner voice to seek out the Yin-Yang Qi, leading Yan Ruyu to ultimately claim it.
Jiang Chen calculated why the Yin-Yang Qi ended up with Yan Ruyu. “Interesting!” This meant he could meddle in Du Guyun’s affairs without direct involvement.
“Their opportunities, heroines, I could let Yan Ruyu and the others intervene through my inner voice! This way, I’m not directly involved but can still earn rewards for slacking off!”
Excited by this revelation, Jiang Chen felt revitalized. With this active skill, he could easily manipulate Du Guyun’s fate. However, he remembered that Du Guyun, as the son of destiny and a crucial element of the plot, couldn’t be killed off just yet. Plus, the rewards for slacking off were quite generous.
“It’s all set!” “The host can now control whether his inner voice is heard!” announced the system.
Finally, he had resolved the issue, grateful for his foresight. Otherwise, this could have led to unnecessary complications later on.
Although the situation was currently manageable, the inability to control his inner voice might have led to unintended disclosures.
And considering the diverse backgrounds of Du Guyun’s heroines, one of whom was utterly devoted to Du Guyun early on, willing to do anything for him, even if it meant her death, having such a person aware of his inner thoughts could spell disaster.
Fortunately, he had discovered this in time. For now, the three current heroines posed no immediate issue. Ye Qingcheng and Yan Ruyu were indifferent towards Du Guyun, and Jiang Chen was aware of Qin Yao’s change of heart after choosing Du Guyun led to the downfall of the Great Qin Empire.
Knowing Du Guyun’s true identity, it was unlikely she would continue to harbor feelings for him, instead feeling resentment.
“Perhaps it won’t be long before the Great Qin Empire’s pursuit of Du Guyun becomes known! And whether Qin Yao will inform the Emperor of the Great Qin about the Immortal Devouring Technique,” Jiang Chen speculated.
“It shouldn’t happen! But knowing Du Guyun’s background, if this news were to spread, it would surely have a significant impact on the Great Qin Empire!” “However, it’s hard to say. If it does get out, Du Guyun’s situation will be extremely difficult!”
Pondering these thoughts, Jiang Chen considered the implications. Practicing the Immortal Devouring Technique was something the powers of the Nine Heavens could not tolerate. If exposed, Du Guyun would have nowhere to hide, possibly being forced into the demonic path.
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On the other side, Qin Yao found the Emperor of Great Qin. “Father, I have something to ask you!”
The Emperor of Great Qin put down what he was holding and showed a smile, “What’s the matter?” He adored his daughter Qin Yao immensely.
“Yao’er heard that the Yin-Yang Sea is a forbidden zone. Is this true?” Qin Yao blinked her eyes, asking innocently as she always does.
“Where did you hear that?” The Emperor of Great Qin frowned slightly but then relaxed.
“I heard some people talking about it in a guesthouse of the Yang Sect. They said the Yin-Yang Sea is a terrifying forbidden area with unimaginable beings!”
Due to a direct Chaos Oath, Qin Yao did not mention what Jiang Chen had said before. She only sought to probe through the topic of forbidden zones, and it seemed she succeeded. She noticed a fleeting change in the Emperor’s expression.
“That is indeed true,” confirmed the Emperor. “These matters were to be shared with you once you came of age.”
“The Yin-Yang Sea indeed harbors a forbidden zone related to our Great Qin Dynasty. Our ancestral dragon once quelled the chaos in the Yin-Yang Sea, but due to some reasons, it was not completely successful.”
“The specifics are known only to our ancestors. Although not entirely quelled, the Yin-Yang Sea was significantly weakened and has not recovered over countless years.”
“This incident led our clan to be cursed, causing half of each generation to perish prematurely. You are lucky not to be part of it,” the Emperor turned and looked at Qin Yao, slowly speaking.
“Is there really no way to resolve this?” Qin Yao pretended to be shocked, although she was already aware of these matters. She feigned extreme surprise to avoid alerting the Emperor of her prior knowledge.
“For now, there’s no solution,” the Emperor sighed. “Only an emperor could resolve this. If either you or your imperial brother becomes an emperor, perhaps the curse can be fully lifted. So, you must strive harder!”
“Father, we will definitely be able to lift this curse!” Qin Yao clenched her little fists and spoke earnestly.
“Mmm,” the Emperor nodded, feeling satisfied.
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“Indeed, it’s true!” Back in her room, Qin Yao lay on her bed, her mind echoing with what Jiang Chen had said and what the Emperor had just revealed.
The statements from both were consistent, without any discrepancies, confirming Qin Yao’s prior knowledge. Jiang Chen indeed had the ability to foresee events.
“Why didn’t Jiang Chen act against Du Guyun earlier if he knew all this? Why leave Du Guyun be?” This greatly puzzled Qin Yao.
If Jiang Chen was aware of these events, shouldn’t he have acted sooner to eliminate the threat? Why continue to tolerate Du Guyun’s existence?
Qin Yao oversimplified her thoughts. She was unaware of the power of being favored by destiny. Had Jiang Chen acted, it’s almost certain Du Guyun would not have died and instead might have gained incredible fortunes, rapidly increasing his strength.
This is one reason why Jiang Chen had not moved against Du Guyun. Acting against him would bring no benefits but potentially allow Du Guyun to deviate from the right path. In fact, this approach was indeed correct.
“Immortal Devouring Great Technique! Well, let Jiang Chen handle this matter himself!” Qin Yao thought.
She had considered informing the Emperor about Du Guyun obtaining the Immortal Devouring Technique but reconsidered, knowing that revealing this so soon after Du Guyun acquired it might attract the Extreme Dao Demon Sect’s attention to the Great Qin Dynasty.
While the Great Qin might not fear them, it would bring unnecessary trouble.
Thinking it over, Qin Yao decided not to disclose it. Moreover, doing so would mean revealing she could hear Jiang Chen’s inner voice. Considering these factors, Qin Yao chose to keep the information to herself.
“Has Jiang Chen’s opinion of me changed? Will he continue to dislike me as before?” Qin Yao sighed, her face turning into a frown. She was very concerned about whether Jiang Chen would continue to dislike her.
Perhaps it was Jiang Chen’s warning that saved her from a misguided path, or maybe it was his intervention at a moment of life and death that left a deep impression on her.
For some reason, after parting ways with Jiang Chen, Qin Yao found herself increasingly missing him, unable to calm her feelings.