Mythical Three Kingdoms

Chen Xi naturally did not know how much trouble Ji Xiang had caused Lub Su. Perhaps Ji Xiang herself didn’t think it was a problem, but for those at the national level, their first reaction was that it was too dangerous.

After all, a person who can distort the will of normal people is not someone most would feel at ease leaving unattended, and naturally, it couldn’t be an ordinary character qualified to guard someone like Ji Xiang, a heretical sect leader level figure.

Similarly, after distorting the will of hundreds of thousands of captives, Ji Xiang never thought about the impact of her actions; instead, she is now eyeing Cai Yan’s full bookshelf of forbidden books. Precisely because she has verified it, Ji Xiang finally understood how advanced this knowledge is.

Precisely because of the verification, Ji Xiang, aside from coveting a few volumes of forbidden books in her own category, also developed an interest in forbidden books of other categories. Any forbidden book that can be ranked alongside it is terribly formidable, so how could those in other categories be taken lightly.

As for the Ji Family, with a millennium-long heritage, Ji Xiang clearly felt that the divination methods inherited by their family were nothing compared to these forbidden books.

If it weren’t for the high talent requirement of such books, a family mastering such knowledge would remain in the ranks of the millennia-old families without even exerting their full strength.

[Indeed, for the aristocratic family, talents within the family are most important. No matter how profound the ancestors’ legacy is, it is useless if the descendants cannot inherit it.] Ji Xiang thought silently.

Speaking of which, when Ji Xiang was constantly verifying the content of the fragment, she constantly recalled which noble or aristocratic family had similar abilities over the past thousand years. Unfortunately, even with the complete heritage, it was impossible for the Ji Family to be sure.

[Alas, I have no choice but to go to the Yang Family to borrow their collection.] Ji Xiang thought with some helplessness. After all, apart from the Yang Family, other families probably only have records related to themselves.

After all, the ancestors of the Yang Family married Sima Qian’s daughter, and before his difficulties, Sima Qian had already asked his daughter Sima Ying to take away the original manuscript of the Records of the Grand Historian and all the related materials, along with as many classic books as possible.

The so-called ”hidden in famous mountains” in the Records of the Grand Historian refers to this event. In general, it means that the Yang Family absorbed the hard-won wisdom collected by the Sima Family, descendants of the Zhuanxu Clan’s Imperial Official, and thoroughly integrated it into the Yang Family’s learning, which is also why the Yang Family could sort out most aristocratic family relationships.

While leading Jia Xu to the Northern Palace, Chen Xi naturally didn’t think of the bad things that would happen afterward. However, even if he did know, there wouldn’t be anything he could do. A person who has learned the Dragon Slaying Skill would find it strange not to practice a few moves upon seeing a dragon.

Ji Xiang at this stage is like a martial artist who has learned the Dragon Slaying Skill. Even Chen Xi cannot stop her from verifying her learning. In fact, it should be said that when Ji Xiang opened that book, the subsequent results were already predestined—heaven’s mercy that things didn’t turn out worse.

”Are we going to Princess Wannian?” Jia Xu followed Chen Xi all the way to the Northern Palace. Earlier, he didn’t know where Chen Xi was going, but after entering the Northern Palace, Jia Xu quickly understood the destination.

”You actually know Princess Wannian.” Chen Xi said with a hint of surprise.

”Chang’an, I’m more familiar with it than you are.” Jia Xu said, glancing at Chen Xi, ”There was a period when I often came here.”

”...” Chen Xi raised an eyebrow, hearing something intriguing but Jia Xu didn’t elaborate further.

”However, putting it together with what was said before, although somewhat absurd, if you think about it this way, it’s very reasonable. The Grand Princess is indeed suitable for regency. At this point in time, it’s unsuitable for anyone to ascend, and having the Grand Princess as the regent makes perfect sense.” Jia Xu said, touching his chin.

”You also think it’s good?” Chen Xi raised an eyebrow. If Jia Xu agreed, it meant that it was a viable plan.

”It’s good, but you need to consider something else.” Jia Xu shook his head.

”In essence, politics is compromise. We compromise with each other, and this is the best plan for now.” Chen Xi said, looking at Jia Xu.

”It’s not what you think. Rather, Princess Wannian may not be willing to act as regent. She hasn’t appeared before us since the fire at Weiyang, staying in the Inner Palace. How could she not understand what’s happening? And considering my previous knowledge of her, there’s a high possibility she wouldn’t agree.” Jia Xu shrugged.

”You seem quite familiar with her too?” Chen Xi asked curiously.

”Yes, Lady Tang was her sister-in-law. I think you’re also aware of the chaos in Luoyang at that time. Maybe their relationship wasn’t great before, but having shelter then was not easy.” Jia Xu sighed, ”So her perception of me is okay.”

As they talked, they soon arrived at the Northern Palace, at Princess Wannian’s courtyard, with tightly closed doors. Jia Xu stepped forward to knock on the door and then retreated to the side.

After a while, a woman wearing mourning clothes, with slightly red eyes, opened the courtyard door. She looked at the two at the entrance and bowed to Jia Xu, ”I have seen Minister Jia.”

”No need for formalities, Princess Wannian.” Jia Xu quickly returned the courtesy, ”I’m no longer the Chief of Staff. This is Minister Chen of Agriculture.” Hearing this, Chen Xi also bowed to her, and Princess Wannian responded to Chen Xi with a bow in return.