EFB 0044 Even if you are invincible because you have no desires, you still can't escape Zhao Jing
0044 Even if you are invincible because you have no desires, you still can't escape Zhao Jing
"This old man is Longlou, and greets Eunuch Xu."
Zhao Jing's smiling face caused Eunuch Xu's expression to change drastically.
"You wicked thief!"
"So you're the world's number one tomb raider. Do you intend to steal from an imperial tomb?"
"We'll take you down right now!"
"This threat is useless against our family."
Eunuch Xu was not afraid of threats at all.
Grandmasters already have protective charms; minor transgressions are harmless.
Taking down the thief would be a merit in itself.
Without hesitation, Eunuch Xu released his aura on the spot, indicating that he was about to call for help.
In the game, Eunuch Xu is not a very important character; he only provides some side quests.
But Zhao Jing clearly remembered the character settings of Eunuch Xu, including his hobbies.
Because this was originally intended to be an important figure in the Eastern Depot's network.
However, Shen Changsheng's path of joining the Eastern Depot and becoming the Ninth Prince is just too outrageous.
Zhao Jing stopped the planner from going crazy and cut the entire route.
This is something even Yuwen Yi couldn't possibly know.
Zhao Jing deliberately shouted out to find out what was going on and whether Yuwen Yi had threatened him.
The answer is, obviously, no.
Yuwen Yi was unaware of Eunuch Xu's interests and hobbies, so there was no question of him using him for blackmail.
A smile appeared on Zhao Jing's face as he spoke:
"Don't be anxious, sir."
"Even if I were a fool, I wouldn't go to the meeting alone to rob the imperial tomb, let alone speak out to warn others."
"Could there be someone else?"
Eunuch Xu became very wary, but Zhao Jing smiled faintly:
"No, no."
"It's just for my father-in-law's future."
"My father-in-law lives a carefree life on Longevity Hill, detached from all worldly affairs."
"But we also have to consider the future."
I know you very well, Eunuch Xu.
The carefree style, non-stick pan.
Your stance is that you have no stance.
You'll side with whoever wins, like that kind of person.
There's no point in coming to me before I win.
After winning, you immediately surrendered.
So now that I'm pretending to be a member of the Yuwen family, you're unlikely to resist.
As expected, Eunuch Xu understood the hint, withdrew his divine sense, and his expression changed:
"Are you from the Yuwen family?"
Zhao Jing nodded with a smile:
"I am fortunate to have advanced to the rank of Grandmaster thanks to Young Master Yuwen's kindness."
Soaring through the air is one of the hallmarks of a master.
They can create strong winds and fly freely.
Otherwise, Eunuch Xu wouldn't have resorted to intimidation, but would have taken direct action.
Eunuch Xu said coldly:
"The Yuwen family has some nerve, daring to lay hands on the imperial tombs."
"As soon as the Princess ascends the throne, I will open the imperial mausoleum array as instructed."
Otherwise, let's drop everything.
As expected, Eunuch Xu did not rule out the possibility of a definitive answer.
Zhao Jing simply smiled:
"Rest assured, Your Excellency, we are not coveting the imperial tombs, but merely helping the world and reducing some of the conflicts."
"My father-in-law had no grudges against anyone in the past or present, and he took great care of the imperial tombs without making the slightest mistake."
"In the future, the Yuwen family's temple will also need someone to take care of it."
"My father-in-law dislikes bowing his head, and the Yuwen family will never force him to."
As if his thoughts had been read, Eunuch Xu became somewhat annoyed:
"Is the Yuwen family investigating our family?"
"It's not an investigation, it's just a collaboration."
"The overall situation of the world has been settled; Father-in-law should also think about his own future."
Although these secrets cannot truly control Eunuch Xu, they can demonstrate power.
Given the backdrop of the Yuwen family's victory, the likelihood of Eunuch Xu submitting has greatly increased.
Of course, there is a possibility that Eunuch Xu was an extremely loyal and upright official.
Zhao Jing will reveal his identity when the time comes.
In short, his impersonation of a member of the Yuwen family was definitely a worthwhile endeavor.
Eunuch Xu remained silent for a moment:
"What are the Yuwen family's intentions?"
Zhao Jing smiled faintly:
"I just want to go to the imperial mausoleum to explain things to the previous emperors on behalf of the princess."
Eunuch Xu immediately shook his head:
"No!"
"The Imperial Mausoleum Formation has now been activated."
"Even if we have a key, we can't get in."
"Only members of the royal family are allowed to enter, and besides, didn't Her Highness the Princess already go there a few days ago?"
Unwittingly, Eunuch Xu revealed a secret.
Before taking action, Her Highness actually visited the imperial mausoleum.
No wonder my grandfather didn't receive the ancestral warning; it turns out it had already been dealt with.
Zhao Jing understood now.
But he still had a big smile on his face:
"Times are not the same as yesterday."
"Rest assured, sir, the people I brought are also members of the royal family."
"His Highness the Third Grandson of the Crown Prince."
It was him.
Eunuch Xu revealed a knowing look.
Zhao Chuan possesses half of the Yuwen family's bloodline, making him the perfect person to be here.
"Unfortunately, our family cannot agree to that."
Zhao Jing's smile froze.
"Father-in-law, why is this?"
Eunuch Xu said in a deep voice:
"Since we are ordered by the Emperor to guard the imperial tombs, we cannot afford any mistakes."
"If we can't befriend the Yuwen family this time, our family can simply leave."
"If something goes wrong with the imperial tomb, how many heads would we have to chop off?"
"For the sake of the Yuwen family, our family will let it go."
"Get out!"
One who is free from desires is invincible.
This eunuch Xu was not interested in wealth, fame, or power; he saw through the power struggles within the royal family.
Normally, a Grandmaster would be courted by any faction, but he chose to guard the imperial tomb, dancing with loneliness.
Therefore, he intends to stay within his bounds and not seek any personal gain.
clever!
No wonder Emperor Hongjing entrusted the imperial tombs to Eunuch Xu with peace of mind.
Ordinary people really can't do anything about him.
Unfortunately, it ran into me.
Zhao Jing manipulated the Dragon Tower to perform the salute:
"Your Excellency is wise; I have offended you greatly just now."
Eunuch Xu, who was swayed by gentle persuasion but not by force, gradually smiled.
"No need for such formalities."
"Master Longlou is skilled in tomb mechanisms; he could spar with us sometime..."
Eunuch Xu was about to exchange a few more polite words, but little did he know that Zhao Jing already had a plan in place.
He smiled and said:
"You're too kind, Father-in-law."
"You absolutely must help me with this."
Eunuch Xu was somewhat displeased:
Why?
You fatso, you're really pushing your luck!
Zhao Jing sighed deeply:
"This matter is related to the head of the Yuwen family."
"He is about to ascend to the status of a terrestrial immortal..."
What?
Grandpa Xu quickly covered his ears.
He didn't want to know anything; he should have just run away from the start.
Zhao Jing brought up Yuwen Huan for only one reason.
If it's just a minor conflict of interest within the Yuwen family, then you can walk away unscathed.
This matter now concerns the Yuwen family's terrestrial immortals.
If you don't help, you'll make a huge enemy.
Zhao Jing smiled.
To deal with these politically aloof individuals, you can neither coerce nor bribe them.
He has ways to deal with it.
The real solution is to involve the Free and Unfettered Sect in a major event.
This matter concerns you.
Eunuch Xu was immediately enraged:
"We didn't hear anything."
He should have just left, or called for help.
Zhao Jing sighed deeply:
"The princess has not yet held her coronation ceremony, which is a rare opportunity for the Yuwen family."
"The Fourth Prince instructed me to tell the Eunuch that he would never cause the Eunuch any trouble, nor would he damage a single tree or blade of grass in the Imperial Mausoleum."
Eunuch Xu gritted his teeth, wishing he could whip Long Lou's corpse:
"Can our family still trust you?"
Zhao Jingyi answered righteously and firmly;
"The Fourth Young Master said that if there is even half a lie, the Yuwen family will surely suffer a terrible death."
"The patriarch's ascension to the Human Immortal realm is impossible."
"I swear that if I have lied, I will become a puppet, manipulated by others, and die a horrible death."
That's incredibly cruel.
When Eunuch Xu saw that Longlou dared to make such a vow, he couldn't help but believe it to some extent.
The oath of a grandmaster is not something to be taken lightly.
Every word and action is etched into the Qi, forming a binding force.
The Dragon Tower also specially released its protective aura to inscribe the oath.
Then it's unlikely to be fake.
However, Eunuch Xu still had doubts:
"We must know what the Yuwen family is really up to."
Zhao Jing smiled and said:
"It's just to let the eldest princess be content being the daughter-in-law of the Yuwen family, and to reduce some of her profound power."
"To avoid family conflicts."
"It's just that Patriarch Yuwen can still use this bit of profound energy to do something."
It turned out to be the case.
The Yuwen family wanted to weaken the profound power of the previous emperors to prevent the eldest princess from using this power to counter the Yuwen family.
That makes perfect sense.
Zhao Jing is skilled at deceiving people; he can always find a plausible reason.
Before the eldest princess and Yuwen Yi could even speak, he made it seem as if the two sides were about to engage in a civil war the next day.
Unfortunately, some people believed it.
The ascension of a princess to the throne was a major problem for the patriarchal clan system.
If you are a follower of the Incense Religion, you will accept this logic.
Grandpa Xu also values the continuation of the family line and can understand this practice.
Seeing that Eunuch Xu was wavering, Zhao Jing added:
"It only weakens the profound energy slightly."
"Since my father-in-law is willing to help with this, he will always be a friend of the Yuwen family."
"The head of the Yuwen family will also help my father-in-law advance to the Grandmaster level."
Anyway, it's not Zhao Jing's money, so any promises are acceptable.
Xu Gonggong, this carefree fellow, finally found himself in a tragic situation under Zhao Jing's offensive.
I had no choice but to agree.
Eunuch Xu said:
"We just lost our keys."
"As long as a member of the royal family has the key, they can enter the imperial mausoleum without being detected or rejected by the great formation."
The Imperial Mausoleum Formation is now activated, and only those of royal blood can enter.
Even with royal blood, you still need a key.
Mr. Xu has now handed over the keys.
A smile appeared on Zhao Jing's face:
"Thank you, sir."
"My father-in-law made the right choice."
I've got the key.
The last obstacle disappeared.
Before the eldest princess, Zhao Jing disguised himself as Zhao Chuan and entered the imperial mausoleum first.