Senior Sisters, I Don’t Want To Work Hard Anymore

Chapter 115: Selection of Core Disciples

If there was still some uncertainty before the meeting, now that the two have met face to face, Qin Muling has already guessed the true intentions of the 17th Prince with a high degree of accuracy.

Due to the constraints of the laws of the world in this particular time and space, any Divine Ability method that attempts to alter one's fate or interfere with the heavenly mandate will come at a cost, and the cost is quite significant, to the point of death and annihilation.

For someone like Ji Yunfeng, who plundered the fate and potential of others to enhance himself, he has been burdened with unimaginable karmic retribution from the beginning. It is uncertain when the backlash from the heavenly mandate will strike, and even immortals will be unable to save him.

The Palace of Calamitous Fate does indeed possess some means to weaken this heavy cost and delay the arrival of the backlash, but it is still unable to completely avoid all negative effects.

In the countless millions of years of the past, those who dared to attempt this forbidden secret technique did enjoy temporary glory and some even became renowned figures in the Extreme Void Starry Sky, wielding certain Supreme lineages and exerting their will as they pleased. However, their ultimate fates were not optimistic.

There are countless examples of death and annihilation, and the best outcome is to have one's cultivation destroyed and become an ordinary mortal, leading a miserable and destitute life.

How can one easily defy fate?

It is precisely because of these flaws, heavy costs, and the pressure of reputation and morality that this secret technique has always remained limited in its circulation and has not been widely popularized.

The higher-ups of the Palace of Calamitous Fate have invested massive resources over the years to research a method that can perfectly exempt all costs of defying fate, but even after so many tens of thousands of years, there has still been no news of success.

Of course, it cannot be said that there have been no achievements at all.

For example, by forming a Dao companion or brotherhood with a seed of great fortune in the grand atmosphere, using the secret technique to establish a connection of fate and share fortune, one can significantly weaken the harm of the heavenly backlash and further delay the arrival of karmic retribution.

Therefore, the main purpose of the 17th Prince's visit this time is not only to represent the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty and the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace in forming a new alliance, but also to hope to find a female cultivator in the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace who possesses great fortune, excellent aptitude, and appearance to become his Dao companion. If the other party also has a profound background and power, it would be even more ideal, as they could become an important support in his future pursuit of the position of the crown prince.

Meeting with Qin Muling is another one of his goals. As long as he can become sworn brothers with this personally chosen disciple of the sect leader, he can gain his favor and support, and in turn receive some protection of fortune.

This kind of brotherhood is not a casual friendship, but rather a strict set of ceremonial procedures that require formal written contracts, offering sacrifices to the heavens, and the presence of both parties' elders as witnesses. A massive exchange of interests is also essential.

However, since Qin Muling understands the other party's intentions, how could he give him the opportunity to succeed?

"...Alright, let's end it here today. We have evening classes to attend. We'll meet again another day."

Seeing that it was getting late, Qin Muling's enthusiasm waned, and Luo Wanqing finally spoke up.

Ji Yunfeng had to stop his lengthy discourse and awkwardly said, "Alright then, I won't disturb Senior Qin's cultivation. In any case, my proposal comes from the bottom of my heart, and I hope Senior Qin will seriously consider it."

Qin Muling politely exchanged a few words with him and sent him and his entourage out of the Imperial Dao Peak.

"You seem to dislike this 17th Prince?" Cheng Yulan, who is accustomed to observing people's words and expressions, asked. She had barely paid any attention to the other party just now, her focus was mostly on Qin Muling.

Qin Muling remained silent for a moment before saying, "Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace currently needs the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty as an ally. I won't say much about that, but personally, I don't want to see this person again. It would be best if you all don't get close to him either. Otherwise, there's a possibility that one day he might devour and plunder your fortune and destiny."

The expressions of the women immediately changed. Qin Muling never exaggerates his words, so if he dares to say something like this, then the nature of the problem is quite serious.

Luo Wanqing whispered, "When I was six years old, I once accompanied my mother to visit the capital of the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty. I happened to see this cousin of mine by chance and found him to be mediocre, frivolous, and unlikeable. My mother privately said that his fate was flawed and his talent was dull, making it difficult for him to achieve greatness."

"I never expected that when I saw him again two years later, he was completely different, as if he had changed completely. At that time, there were some secret rumors saying that his father had used a great favor and invited a powerful figure from the Palace of Calamitous Fate to alter his fate. It seems that there is some truth to it."

Cheng Yulan's expression turned cold: "No wonder he sent me a generous gift a few days ago and invited me to his palace as a guest. He really had a good plan. Fortunately, I didn't pay any attention to him at all!"

Qi Yalan sneered: "Not just you. Luo Huan and I also received a gift. But I threw it all away, except for the fact that he is an envoy of the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty. I wouldn't tolerate him, and neither would our master."

Xue Bingxuan calmly said: "We don't need to worry about this. The Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty is not in a position to call the shots now. Since he dared to target our junior brother, not only us, even our master won't tolerate him."

After discussing for a moment, the women unanimously decided to inform their master first, and then practice in seclusion with Qin Muling.

In the Cave Mansion.

Mu Yinghua, sitting on the cloud bed, listened to Xue Bingxuan's account and her tone turned cold: "Originally, I gave him some face because of the good relationship between our families. I didn't expect him to be so disrespectful. Since that's the case, what else is there to say? I will write to the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty and ask them to send someone more reliable next time for cooperation. I don't want to see this guy again!"

She had considered the possibility that Ji Yunfeng might become the next emperor of the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty, and Qin Muling and Xue Bingxuan would undoubtedly be the future leaders of the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace. So she planned to let them get to know each other in advance for the convenience of future cooperation between the two families. But now it seems that her idea was not appropriate.

Since the other party had ill intentions, there was no need to waste expressions. Besides, the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty is not in charge now.

Seeing that the matter had been discussed, Xue Bingxuan was about to take his leave, but Mu Yinghua said, "The Elder Council has decided to hold a new round of selection for core disciples at the beginning of next month. Since this time there are more spots to be filled, you all can't just sit idle. You need to go and help share some responsibilities."

Qin Muling was slightly surprised, "What do the disciples need to do?"

Mu Yinghua smiled, "Your talent for sensing aura is quite good. This time, go with the senior sisters and help oversee the selection. See if you can pick out some disciples with potential. The more, the better."

"I understand, Master."

Qin Muling agreed. With the precedent set by Bai Qingyu, Mu Yinghua also had high expectations for his ability. For any faction, having disciples with great potential in aura is always welcomed.

On the other side, Ji Yunfeng returned to his own palace and immediately summoned his trusted confidants to discuss.

After listening to the lord's request, the confidants all had troubled expressions.

It would be one thing if they were ordinary female cultivators, but now he was asking for the personal disciples of the sect leaders, who were all extraordinary geniuses. Who did he think he was? Did he have such a great reputation?

"...Your Highness, this matter is not easy to handle."

A man dressed in a blue robe pondered, "Those women are all proud and ambitious, aiming to become the next sect leader. How could they be willing to marry someone from outside? I'm afraid Mu Yinghua, the sect leader, won't agree either."

Ji Yunfeng said impatiently, "It's precisely because it's difficult that I called you all here to discuss and come up with a suitable solution. Otherwise, why would I keep you around?"

The confidants looked at each other. They had also met Xue Bingxuan and the others. As extraordinary geniuses, no matter which sect's lineage they belonged to, they would be treated as the backbone and prepared to inherit the lineage in the future. How could they be given away to outsiders for no reason? Even between close allies, it would be impossible.

Unless Ji Yunfeng, the prince, was willing to give up his inheritance rights to the Divine Dynasty and marry into the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace. But obviously, this was not a choice he could accept, and his father, the emperor, would not agree either.

There was something the confidants didn't say out loud. If Ji Yunfeng was already the emperor of the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty, perhaps this matter could be discussed. But now, as just a prince with real power, his weight was clearly not enough.

Therefore, this problem was unsolvable.

After all the discussion, it seemed that the probability of becoming sworn brothers with Qin Muling was higher. After all, the Cloud Dream Heavenly Palace needed the alliance with the Heavenly Witch Divine Dynasty more now. Considering the long-term cooperation between the two families, Mu Yinghua would have to make some concessions.

"Your Highness, perhaps you should report this matter to your father first. As long as His Majesty is willing to give you enough support, there may be a turning point in this matter."