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875: Imperial marriage alliances bring many benefits.

The Marquis of Eight Desolations looked at the blue scales on the painting and said thoughtfully, "This item is indeed related to the demon god stone. Over the years, a total of five people have gained insights into fortune from the demon god stone. These five are the Vice Dean of Zhongzhou Academy, Marquis Zhenyu, Prince Qing, Princess Ye Tianjiao, and the First Prince Ye Lingxu."

"When they comprehend the Demon God Power from the demon god stone, they grow this kind of totem, which some call the Demon God Totem!"

When Xie Weilou heard this, he realized that Fang Baixiao had not lied. He asked, "I wonder, among these five, who does the Marquis of Eight Desolations think would have their totem turn into scales?"

The Marquis of Eight Desolations said, "The Demon God Totem turning into scales? That indicates a need for extremely strong comprehension of the Demon God Power, a tendency toward demonization, before such a situation occurs. Among the five, the latter two had a shorter time comprehending the demon god stone, so it's unlikely to be them."

"What about the first three?"

Xie Weilou continued to ask.

The Marquis of Eight Desolations smiled and said, "The first three gained insights from the demon god stone a hundred years ago, so there's a high probability their totems have turned into scales. However, I have only seen the totems on their hands and never any scales."

He paused for a moment in thought.

He then added, "Among the three, the one with the strongest comprehension of Demon God Power should be Vice Dean Shi Qingxuan. Her cultivation is the highest, and she has already touched the threshold of a Half-Saint."

"Shi Qingxuan?"

Xie Weilou narrowed his eyes; he had already met that Vice Dean. "When I came to Eastern Wasteland City, I met Shi Qingxuan. However, she only had a totem on the back of her hand, no scales."

The Marquis of Eight Desolations smiled faintly. "The transformation of a totem into scales is related to the comprehended Demon God Power. As long as one suppresses the Demon God Power or uses treasures or a Cultivation Technique, they can naturally conceal the scales easily."

"..."

Xie Weilou felt that what the Marquis of Eight Desolations said made sense. If one wanted to hide something, there were naturally many ways to do so.

The Marquis of Eight Desolations said, "But nothing is absolute. Marquis Zhenyu and Prince Qing are not simple either; both have cultivation at the Peak Venerable realm. Their comprehension of Demon God Power is also very strong, and it's possible they've grown scales as well, only concealing them deliberately so outsiders cannot see them."

"It seems I need to properly investigate the situation of these three."

Xie Weilou took a sip of the fragrant tea.

The Marquis of Eight Desolations asked with a smile, "Since you are investigating the matter of these blue scales, it seems the person who possesses them has some conflict with you."

Xie Weilou said, "Not long after I entered the Eastern Wasteland, I was ambushed by the Heaven Hall. The instigator was the person with the blue scales. Within the Heaven Hall, he is known as Elder Gu. I have been investigating all the way and finally arrived in Zhongzhou."

"Heaven Hall?"

The Marquis of Eight Desolations looked at the teacup in his hand, a glimmer of dark light flashing in his eyes.

He said in a deep voice, "Since there is a conflict, then investigate to the end. If there is a major obstacle, this Marquis will naturally resolve it for you. How can our Eastern Wasteland Dynasty allow the Heaven Hall to act so insolently? Rest assured, I will also keep an eye on this matter and will tell you if I discover anything."

It was normal for many factions to appear within such a vast Imperial Dynasty; after all, wherever there are people, there is conflict.

However, if someone's hands were dirty and they were colluding with the notorious Heaven Hall, then they had to be completely eradicated!

The Imperial Family could not allow such a tumor to continue existing.

"Thank you, Marquis of Eight Desolations."

Xie Weilou slightly cupped his fists.

The Marquis of Eight Desolations waved his hand lightly and said, "Since you have received my Legacy, I naturally won't let anyone touch you easily. Additionally... you can take a good look around the Imperial Dynasty during this time and see which Princess catches your eye. If there's a suitable one, this Marquis can arrange a marriage for you."

"Uh..."

Xie Weilou's hand holding the teacup shook, his face full of wordless exasperation. Marriage again?

Why did it feel like he was being pressured to marry?

He was still young, what was the rush?

The Marquis of Eight Desolations smiled faintly. "Back at the Lingyuan Grotto-Heaven, Chu Qingtian mentioned a marriage. Some time ago, he came to Zhongzhou and said that the person for this alliance was you!"

He hadn't expected that the person Chu Qingtian spoke of would actually be Xie Weilou.

However, this kid was very good, with limitless potential. If he could form an alliance with the Eastern Wasteland Dynasty, it would be a good result.

"This... I think I'll pass."

Xie Weilou shook his head.

The Marquis of Eight Desolations laughed and said, "Don't be so quick to refuse, kid! There are many benefits to marrying into the Eastern Wasteland Dynasty. There are quite a few exceptionally talented princesses in the Imperial Dynasty."

"Princess Ye Tianjiao, Second Princess Ye Linghuang, Third Princess Ye Anlan, and so on—they are all quite extraordinary and certainly won't let you down. If you can marry into the Imperial Family, you might even have hope of practicing the Human Emperor Scripture..."

Xie Weilou said speechlessly, "Would it be okay to seek a marriage with the Daughter of the Human Emperor?"

The Marquis of Eight Desolations was stunned for a second, feeling somewhat speechless. "You certainly have quite an appetite, kid! You've actually set your sights on the Daughter of the Human Emperor? Let alone me, even the Imperial Lord or the Old Ancestor of the Imperial Family couldn't make that decision."

Looking across the entire Eastern Wasteland Dynasty,

Who would dare make a decision for Princess Qingcheng?

Even though the Human Emperor passed away a hundred thousand years ago, he had actually prepared countless safeguards for Princess Qingcheng. Anyone who dared to touch Princess Qingcheng would surely die.

Only after Princess Qingcheng woke up did they learn that her slumber in the Undying City was also the Human Emperor's arrangement.

Only a figure with such god-like abilities as the Human Emperor could allow someone to slumber in the Undying City.

"..."

Xie Weilou yawned and took another sip of tea, having no interest in continuing the discussion.

His Qinghuang held three supreme emperor artifacts and had become the Young Clan Leader of the Lin Clan at such a young age—she was unique throughout the ages. Who could compare to her?

The Marquis of Eight Desolations seemed to have guessed Xie Weilou's thoughts as he said with emotion, "That Young Clan Leader of the Lin Clan is indeed very special. Many so-called favored daughters of heaven would only pale in comparison to her. However, the princesses of the Imperial Family are not simple either; you can take another look!"

Even he had to admit that Lin Qinghuang was indeed transcendent. Such a woman possessed the potential of a Great Emperor; who would dare to underestimate her even slightly?

What was even more terrifying was that she could wield three supreme emperor artifacts. Once she erupted with full power, it would be enough to instantly wipe the entire Eastern Wasteland City off the map.

Even peerless powerhouses or Ancient Holy Lords would likely give Lin Qinghuang a wide berth upon seeing her.

Yet, such a favored daughter of heaven was closely connected with Xie Weilou, which was enough to prove Xie Weilou's extraordinary nature!

"Alright then!"

Xie Weilou looked utterly helpless.

"Second Uncle!"

Just then, a voice rang out as a beautiful woman dressed in a pale white dress entered the courtyard.

The newcomer was Ye Chuzhi.

Ye Chuzhi's gaze fell upon Xie Weilou as she asked curiously, "I wonder who this is?"

Xie Weilou smiled and cupped his fists. "I am Xie Changan, a teacher at the Hongru Academy."

"Xie Changan? Surnamed Xie..."

When Ye Chuzhi heard this, she reacted instantly, having already guessed who the person before her was. With the surname Xie and being able to come here to the Marquis of Eight Desolations, who else could it be besides Xie Weilou?

A smile appeared on her face as she cupped her fists. "I am the daughter of the War King, Ye Chuzhi!"

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