The Human Emperor, one of the Three Sovereigns, is the ruler of the mortal world and the master of humanity recognized by the Heavenly Dao. He carries a powerful aura of destiny.
If Han Ze's scheme had succeeded and Yuan Zhao had truly ascended the throne by murdering the emperor, his claim to the throne would be unjust, and his aura of destiny would be tainted.
The aura of destiny of the Human Emperor is closely linked to the lives of the mortal beings. If the throne is obtained unjustly and not recognized by the Heavenly Dao, the mortal world will be plagued by continuous wars and the people will suffer.
If Han Ze were to turn the tables at that time and seize the throne of the Human Emperor, the Dragon Clan could use the aura of destiny of the Human Emperor to defy the Heavenly Dao.
Unexpectedly, even at this stage, Han Ze still hadn't told her the whole truth.
The power of the people's faith is just a drop in the bucket for the resurrection of the Dragon Clan. However, with the blessing of the aura of destiny of the Human Emperor, it would only be a matter of time before the Dragon Clan reappeared in the world.
Although the Human Emperor, as a mere mortal, cannot resist the magic of the cultivators, he has the favor of the Heavenly Dao, which sets him apart from ordinary mortals.
But the Dragon Clan's plan to use the aura of destiny of the Human Emperor without considering the survival of the mortal people is clearly not the right path.
Han Ze's scheme was like a well - woven net, confusing everyone, including Shen Qing.
Li Tianyun knelt on the ground, trembling. He didn't understand why Shen Qing was so angry. He had no idea what she meant by the cause - and - effect retribution.
All he knew was that in the struggle for the imperial throne throughout history, bloodshed was inevitable. Even if he succeeded in helping Yuan Zhao poison the emperor, it would only prove that the emperor was incompetent and easily poisoned.
"Fairy, you are from the outside world. Why do you have to interfere in these mundane affairs? I know you came here to rescue the Ling family. As long as the princess ascends the throne, the Ling family will surely be released. Then your mission will be accomplished. Why are you so angry?"
Li Tianyun was completely puzzled and voiced his confusion.
Shen Qing felt a surge of anger rising in her chest and a dizziness in her head. "Ignorant!"
"If the imperial throne could be so easily changed, everyone would just poison the person in power!"
"I warn you, stop meddling in the affairs of the royal family. If you want to keep your life, listen to me and leave the capital as soon as possible."
"Also, I know that the women in your mansion are all poor souls. You took them in just to provide them with a shelter. Your kindness proves that you are a good person and you don't deserve such a retribution."
"What you've done will lead the mortal world into chaos and the people will suffer. I'm sure you don't want to see such a result."
Li Tianyun closed his eyes tightly, his mind in a complete mess. "Fairy... this is all so sudden. Please give me some time to think..."
Shen Qing clenched her fists tightly and then let go. "It's up to you."
With that, Shen Qing strode out of Li Tianyun's study and returned to her small courtyard.
She had just sent a message to Jiang Zhiyun, hoping that she could come as soon as possible to detoxify the emperor. Jiang Zhiyun had replied, saying that she would arrive soon.
But from her message, Shen Qing could clearly sense that something was off in her tone. However, they didn't say much, and they settled on Jiang Zhiyun's visit to the mortal world.
When Hong Chaoyang saw Shen Qing return, worry flashed in her eyes. "Shen Qing, how did it go? I feel like these things are so complicated. I can't sort out my thoughts for a moment."
Not only Hong Chaoyang, but Shen Qing's thoughts were also in a muddle.
After a night of running around, the morning light had already shone through the clouds.
The cold morning wind made the bamboo leaves in the courtyard rustle, giving people goosebumps. The thin mist was like a hazy veil covering everything in sight, making it hard to see the way ahead.
"Chaoyang, perhaps we can't interfere much in the remaining matters. It all depends on whether Yuan Zhao has the ability to take over the throne smoothly. After everything is settled, we should hurry back to our sect."
She had disrupted Han Ze's scheme in the mortal world. As a member of the Dragon Clan, Han Ze would surely avoid the Heavenly Dao and would not interfere in the mortal world anymore.
To achieve his goal, he would have to set his sights on the Nine Wastelands Continent.
The cultivators of the sect and the demon cultivators of the Demon Clan... Shen Qing wondered what kind of pawns they would become in Han Ze's eyes.
Shen Qing's face was solemn and her lips were tightly pursed.
Even the lively Hong Chaoyang was affected by Shen Qing's low - mood. Thinking of Elder Red Butterfly and the senior brothers and sisters in the sect, she couldn't help but feel heavy - hearted.
She hesitated for a moment and then reached out to hold Shen Qing's arm, as if to give her support and response. "The road ahead is long. We should encourage each other."
Shen Qing turned her head, a hint of surprise in her eyes. Then the two of them smiled at each other.
Early in the morning, Yuan Zhao went to the prison with the imperial edict and released more than twenty members of the Ling family.
After hearing Yuan Zhao's explanation, regardless of their injuries, they just swallowed some pills brought by Shen Qing in a hurry. Then they quickly mounted their horses and rushed to the troubled towns respectively.
The disturbances in those towns were actually arranged by Shen Qing and were not difficult to solve.
The people sent by the Third Prince had failed to solve the problems because they were too arrogant. Moreover, there were also people arranged by Yuan Zhao who deliberately made things difficult.
Now that the Ling family members were going, the problems would be solved more smoothly. From then on, the outcome would depend on the abilities of Yuan Zhao and the Third Prince.
Li Tianyun locked himself in the study for three days and three nights. Then he left behind the deed of his mansion and the contracts of his concubines, and left the capital in a hurry with his luggage on his back.
Wang Wang knew that Ah Hong was taken into Li Tianyun's mansion because a merchant wanted to take her as a concubine and Li Tianyun had saved her.
After the misunderstanding was cleared up, Wang Wang's attitude towards Li Tianyun did a complete 180 - degree turn.
After learning that Li Tianyun had left the capital, Wang Wang and Ah Hong thought for a while, packed their luggage and chased after him.
Li Tianyun had already submitted his resignation to his deputy general. Now that he was leaving, although the future was uncertain, it was exactly what they wanted. And what Wang Wang had said about having an eighty - year - old mother and two - or - three - year - old siblings was, of course, a lie.
Hong Chaoyang watched the backs of Wang Wang and Ah Hong disappearing into the distance and sighed deeply.
Although she didn't have any special feelings for Wang Wang, he was the first person she had met in the mortal world. Naturally, she felt a bit sad about their parting.
Moreover, the lifespan of mortals was extremely short. Once they parted, they might never see each other again.
Seeing this, Shen Qing teased her. "I never thought you were such a sentimental person. Now that Wang Wang is gone, you're feeling sad."
Hong Chaoyang pouted and retorted. "Anyway, the mortal world has a stronger sense of human warmth and family bonds than the Nine Wastelands Continent. I'm just expressing my feelings."
Shen Qing lowered her head and smiled without saying a word.
After a few peaceful days in the capital, Xue Ling and Li Xian also returned to the capital. With the Ling family members around, they didn't need to keep an eye on things all the time.
And Jiang Zhiyun finally arrived in the capital as Shen Qing had hoped.
Yuan Zhao had already informed the emperor in advance. As soon as Jiang Zhiyun arrived, Yuan Zhao led Shen Qing and Jiang Zhiyun into the palace.
When Emperor Xiao Chengye saw that the person who was going to detoxify him was a woman, he was momentarily stunned and resistant.
"Why is it a woman who is going to treat me?"