385: Chapter 385 Regaining Life

sky corridor.

Seeing the two appear again, King Xibei, Xun Beishan, looked up, a hint of doubt in his eyes: "Is there something else?"

Feng Ming said nothing, directly raised his hand, and took out the contract scroll with its profound light contained within, "Lord Xun, I have a method that can allow you to defy Heaven, extend your Lifespan, and regain vitality."

King Xibei's pupils contracted, and he quickly took the 'Life-Stealing Art', concentrating as he examined it.

Upon seeing it, his originally calm face suddenly changed dramatically.

Xun Yu and Fang Zhao, who were nearby, also changed their expressions, their shock evident.

Xun Yu immediately stepped forward, declaring, "Master, choose me! My Lifespan is long, I can live for at least several hundred years. Halving it for you would be more than enough!"

Fang Zhao was not to be outdone, stepping out, "In terms of Lifespan and Foundation, how can you be my opponent? Lord, choose me! I will definitely live longer than Xun Yu and be able to protect you more thoroughly!"

King Xibei, however, slowly shook his head, his voice low and heavy: "Although this method can allow me to live, the price is your Lifespan. This kind of self-serving act that harms others, I, Xun Beishan, cannot do."

He looked up at Feng Ming, his gaze profound: "Keep this secret technique for yourself; it will be of great use in the future. Why give it to me?"

Feng Ming smiled openly, without any concealment: "I can indeed use it, but on the day I do, I will surely die. It would merely be dragging my enemies down with me. After I die, my family, relatives, and descendants will still have no one to protect them."

“Therefore, I give it to you, Lord, only asking that in the future, you protect my Feng family line, ensuring their safety and security. Moreover, Luo Yuan and I will be married soon. Regardless of the initial intention, we will be husband and wife. Giving you this Opportunity is only reasonable.”

King Xibei heard this and let out a hearty laugh: "You are indeed honest and straightforward, not playing those deceitful games. Since that's the case, this old man won't be polite with you!"

"As for the choice... this old man already has a decision in mind."

As his voice fell, King Xibei slowly turned his head, his gaze piercing through the covered walkway, looking towards the distant Imperial Capital, a bone-chilling coldness in his eyes. "King Haoyue harmed me to this extent, completely abandoning marital affection and the righteousness between ruler and subject. How can I let him off so easily?"

"It's not yet time to openly revolt, so let him first taste the torment of having his Lifespan inexplicably halved, day and night. When we both go to Yellow Springs someday, I will personally ask him, where did I, Xun Beishan, ever wrong him in this life!"

...

Imperial Capital, deep within the Imperial City.

King Haoyue was feeding fish by the pond, with Grand Tutor Liu Zhijie standing by his side.

"Feng Ming and the Princess have returned to Xun Prefecture, right?" King Haoyue asked lightly.

Liu Zhijie bowed and replied, "Reporting to Your Majesty, they arrived two days ago."

King Haoyue nodded slightly: "When did King Xibei set their wedding date?"

"No news yet." Liu Zhijie shook his head, "King Xibei only has one daughter, so it's normal for him to be reluctant."

King Haoyue sighed softly: "Yes, Luo Yuan grew up by my side since childhood. Not to mention King Xibei, even I am quite reluctant. But a girl must marry when she comes of age. Keep a close eye on things for me."

"Yes." Liu Zhijie had just responded when he suddenly saw King Haoyue's expression darken sharply, and the Qi around him instantly became chaotic.

Deep within the Imperial City, in a secret chamber.

King Haoyue sat cross-legged on the stone platform, his face ashen, his Qi fluctuating erratically. "What's going on... why is my vitality inexplicably halved? Who is it, secretly acting against this King!"

...

Xun Prefecture, sky corridor.

King Xibei slowly opened his eyes. At this moment, where was there any trace of his previous decrepit, dying appearance?

He was radiant, his blood Qi surging, as if he had become decades younger, returning to his Peak prime. His aura was even more powerful and domineering, significantly stronger than before!

Xun Yu, Fang Zhao, and Xun Luoyuan rushed forward, their eyes filled with joy and shock.

No one had expected that a forbidden secret technique could allow a dying Ninth-Rank giant to directly return to his Peak.

King Xibei slowly stood up, stretched his limbs, and couldn't help but exclaim, "This feeling of youthful vigor and abundant blood Qi is truly wonderful!"

He looked at Feng Ming, his gaze solemn, his tone sincere: "Feng family boy, this time, I, Xun Beishan, owe you an enormous favor. Besides what you requested earlier, if you have any other demands, just speak. As long as it's within this old man's capabilities, I will never refuse!"

Feng Ming's eyes lit up, and he quickly cupped his hands: "Is what you said true, Lord?"

"This old man said it himself, how could it be false?" King Xibei chuckled.

Feng Ming immediately said, "This Junior wishes to return home soon. I humbly request your permission, Lord, to leave Xun Prefecture the day after Luo Yuan and I are married."

King Xibei's brow furrowed slightly, a bit puzzled: "Go home? Why the rush? After you and Luo Yuan marry, you should live in Xun Prefecture for over a hundred years, and let this old man hold a grandson sooner."

Xun Luoyuan quickly stepped forward and softly explained: "Father, Feng Ming was personally appointed Prefect of Qianzhou by His Majesty. He must take up his post within three months. His family is still in Liang Province, so he needs to return home first to deliver the good news, then proceed to Qian Prefecture. Time is already tight."

"Indeed." Feng Ming quickly nodded in agreement.

King Xibei frowned slightly, somewhat displeased: "Leaving home the day after the wedding is unreasonable and against sentiment. But considering you saved this old man's life, and Luo Yuan pleaded for you, this old man will grant your request."

"On the day you leave, this old man will give you a generous gift to help your journey to Qian Prefecture go smoothly. However, once you arrive in Qian Prefecture, you must not neglect Luo Yuan; you must return home frequently to visit."

"Once Luo Yuan gives birth to a child in Xun Prefecture, this old man will personally send them, mother and child, to your side."

"Yes." Feng Ming nodded awkwardly.

Beside him, Xun Luoyuan's pretty face flushed slightly, but she was secretly anxious. She had wanted to take this Opportunity to explain to her father that her marriage with Feng Ming was a pretense, not genuine affection, but the words stuck in her throat, and she was too shy to speak.

King Xibei waved his hand and smiled: "Alright, you two go back and rest first."

"This old man still needs to figure out how to continue pretending to be on his last legs, so that the Master Gu doesn't spot any flaws. You two also hurry up; the wedding is in three days. Before Feng Ming leaves, try to get this old man a grandson as soon as possible, understand?"

"...Understood."

Xun Luoyuan was thoroughly embarrassed, quickly pulling Feng Ming away in a hurry.

Outside the covered walkway, Feng Ming looked helplessly at the young girl beside him: "You didn't explain, and now your father is directly urging us to have children. Tell me, how should we resolve this situation?"

Xun Luoyuan, instead, raised her chin and chuckled softly: "Isn't this perfect?"

"Perfect for what?" Feng Ming asked cautiously.

Xun Luoyuan smiled brightly: "You didn't want to have children with me before because you were afraid they would be mediocre and unprotected in the future. But now it's different."

"My King Father has defied Heaven and extended his Lifespan; he no longer needs to die. King Haoyue's Lifespan has been stolen, and his future life and death are entirely within my King Father's control. With such a background, what do you still have to worry about? What's wrong with us having children now?"