Chapter 808 - Eldest Brother
Opening Chapter 808 of "Red Heart Patrols the Sky": This training field was rough and desolate, clearly a place of frequent use, where the... Read on for more!
This training field was rough and desolate, clearly a place of frequent use, where the air of murder and death lingered year-round.On either side of the field, weapon racks held all manner of arms: sabers, spears, swords, halberdsâeighteen types in all.
Every weapon shone brilliantly, signifying their extraordinary quality.
But for anyone visiting this training ground for the first time, their gaze would invariably be drawn to Jiang Wuyou.
Amidst the thunderous noise, a cold gleam flickered.
The valiant Jiang Wuyou now dashed left, then suddenly to the right.
Her halberd was like a brush in her hand, with the sky as her paper.
As she wielded it between heaven and earth, the unrestrained expanse captured a perfect union of force and beauty.
At a certain moment, the booming ceased.
With a casual flick of her wrist, Jiang Wuyou turned and strode out.
The halberd tumbled through the air, stirring the wind and thunder before landing in the hands of an old crone.
The noise abruptly subsided.
And Jiang Wang had no idea where the old woman had come from, or how she had arrived!
âJiang Wang!â Jiang Wuyou greeted him openly as she approached, âWhat brings you to my Hua Ying Palace today?â
Her long hair was simply tied into a ponytail at the back of her head.
Large beads of sweat trickled down her healthy, wheat-colored skin.
Her round, powerful thighs stood firmly planted on the ground.
Just by standing there, she exuded a natural, gallant spirit that many men could not match.
Jiang Wang bowed with his hands clasped, speaking earnestly, âOne doesnât visit a temple without a cause.
I am here on an impudent visit to ask for a favor.â
Maids at the field brought over a soft cloth, which Jiang Wuyou casually took, wiped her face with, and then tossed back onto the tray with an indifferent gesture.
âSpeak your request!â
Comparing to their last meeting in the tavern, Jiang Wuyou seemed more casual this time.
Perhaps it was because they were in her palace, or maybe her spirits were relaxed after training.
Seeing her straightforward manner, Jiang Wang got straight to the point, âI need to save someone during the Sea Festival at Diao Hai Building, but I canât do it alone.
Thus, I require Your Highnessâs help.â
Jiang Wuyou showed no surprise at the mention of Diao Hai Building.
She just looked at Jiang Wang before suddenly asking, âHave you unlocked the second mansion and acquired another Divine Skill?â
After asking, she laughed, âItâs a casual inquiry.
If youâd rather not say, thereâs no need to explain!â
âItâs fine.â Jiang Wang responded candidly, âIâve unlocked two mansions and obtained two Divine Skills.
But Iâd rather not disclose what the second skill is.â
Jiang Wuyou nodded and quickly moved on from the subject, âDiao Hai Building is very powerful, and the Sea Festival is involvedâitâs indeed a difficult task!â
âIâm well aware of the difficulty,â Jiang Wang repeated the reasoning he had used on Jiang Wuji, âIn the entire Linzi, there arenât many who have the capability to get involved.
Otherwise, I wouldnât have come to seek yourâŚâ
âI will help you!â
âAh?â
His words cut off mid-sentence, Jiang Wang was slightly taken aback and slow to respond.
Jiang Wuyou reassured him, âRegarding the matter with Diao Hai Building, I will help you!â
âIâm truly grateful.â
Jiang Wuyouâs forthrightness and decisiveness left Jiang Wang somewhat hesitant.
He hadnât even stated his conditions yet!
âMay I know what Your Highness requires in return?â
Jiang Wuyou shook her head and said directly, âLet me tell you in advance, Iâm not entirely certain I can accomplish this task, so thereâs no need for your loyalty.
I can only promise to do my utmost in assisting you.
When I say my utmost, I mean mobilizing all of Hua Ying Palaceâs resources and connections to help you achieve your goal, no matter who youâre trying to save or how difficult it is.
In return, you will also need to help me with a matter in the future.
You need not guarantee success, but you must use all of your strength to achieve what you can.
Do we have a deal?â
The decisiveness of the Daqi Third Princess was completely beyond Jiang Wangâs expectations.
Opposing Diao Hai Building and attempting to influence the Sea Festival of the Near Sea Archipelago was no small feat.
Yet, she had agreed in just a few words.
From start to finish, she greeted him with a nod, looked at Jiang Wang twice, asked one question, and then directly placed her bet!
Without so much as a hint of discussion.
It was as casual as someone passing by a gambling stall and placing a Knife Coin on a whim.
Moreover, her terms were so lenient, merely one favor for another, far more generous than what was offered to the highly favored Jiang Wuji.
Those who had seen Jiang Wuyou with their own eyes could understand why she had the qualifications to compete for the reserve position of Daqi.
Her magnanimity and spirit were no less than that of any man in the world.
When offered face, Jiang Wang had no reason to act haughty.
But he still rather unpleasantly added, âIf itâs within the territory of Qi Country, this matter must not make an enemy of Zhongxuan Sheng.â
Jiang Wuyou glanced at him again and smiled, âThat little fatty, he shouldnât have the chance to become an enemy of this palace.â
It was unclear whether her words were a compliment or a slight to Zhongxuan ShengâŚ
Jiang Wang bowed deeply and said with all due respect, âIn that case, Jiang Wang accepts the arrangement.â
Jiang Wuyou laughed, âThatâs the spirit!
Men of Daqi should be just like that.â
Jiang Wang took the initiative to ask, âDoes your highness require any token of guarantee?â
âThereâs no need for a blood pact, nor for vows.
I trust the promise of the men from Green Sheep Town,â Jiang Wuyou flipped her hair, making her ponytail draw a neat arc in the air, and turned back into the drill field, âGo back; rest and gather your strength.
Prepare well and inform me before setting out to sea.â
She was too decisive, too straightforward!
It was as if she didnât consider it a big deal at allâŚ
yet it truly was a significant matter!
Jiang Wang bowed once more and left, his sword by his side.
His footsteps felt much lighter.
If the rescue of Zhu Bijing previously seemed utterly hopeless, the promise and support from Jiang Wuyou now gave him a ten percent chance of success.
Daqiâs influence in the Eastern Region was unshakeable, and even though the Near Sea Archipelago was Diao Hai Buildingâs turf, they could not completely disregard the voice of Daqi.
Why did the Watchman leader make a move at sea, and Diao Hai Building immediately reacted fiercely?
This precisely showed Diao Hai Buildingâs wariness and guard against Qi Country.
And Jiang Wuyou was exactly someone who could leverage a portion of Qi Countryâs influence.
Her support was crucial to the success or failure of Jiang Wangâs mission!
After Jiang Wang left, Jiang Wuyou practiced her Swordsmanship for another round.
Her swordsmanship was also splendid, with her unique spirit and vitality.
If Jiang Wang had been there, he would have cheered loudly for her.
After finishing her sword practice, she stretched out her arms, allowing the Maid to help her out of her martial outfit and into more comfortable, loose-fitting clothes.
The old crone who had put away her halberd quietly appeared again.
âI am perplexed about one thing,â she said.
The casual clothes were on, and Jiang Wuyou lengthened her stride to walk out, âDoes it concern the man from Green Sheep Town?â
The old crone, without seeming to exert any effort and walking casually, easily kept up, âWhile this manâs talent and flair are indeed exceptional, until he achieves Divine Skills, he is ultimately limited to a lifespan of no more than a hundred and twenty.
Before that, he has a long road to travel.
At this moment, he is not worth the price the Palace Master offered just now.â
She paused and then emphasized, âNot by a long shot.â
Jiang Wuyou replied while walking, âWith a man like Jiang Wang, if you deal with him, he wonât let you lose out.
If you become his friend, heâll risk his life to ensure you donât suffer a loss.
Thatâs the difference.â
The old crone still could not grasp it, âWith his current power, even if he wields two Divine Skills from both the houses, how much could he really do, even at the cost of his life?
Hua Ying Palace does not lack people ready to lay down their lives.â
Jiang Wuyou sighed, âMama, you are just afraid that I will suffer a loss, engage in a losing trade.â
The old croneâs voice turned somber, âThe resources youâve exhausted are like that willowâŚâ
âAlright, Mama, Iâll be honest with you!â
Jiang Wuyou interrupted the old croneâs mutterings, somewhat helplessly, âActually, it was some time ago when my eldest brother appraised Jiang Wang, saying his Taoist Heart was unwavering, his future limitless.
Thatâs why I am certain of his potential.â