Free Web NovelChapter 980: Chapter 226: Those Who Are Loyal to Me, I Shall Be Loyal to Them
This scroll is not authentic.
Upon the first glance, Jiang Wang made this judgment.
Objects passed down from the Ancient Times, especially creations of Immortal Palaces, possess their unique characteristics. That sediment of ancient time, along with the Immortal Technique which is separate from Dao Technique, makes it difficult to counterfeit creations of Immortal Palaces.
Especially since Jiang Wang held the entire architectural complex of Cloud Top Fairy Palace, though it was only a slowly restoring ruin—at the current pace, using only the Vitality absorbed by the Lingkong Hall, full recovery would take at least tens of thousands of years.
But he could tell at a glance that this scroll was not authentic, at least not an authentic product transmitted from the Immortal Palaces of the Ancient Times.
However, it was not some fake either. The marks of the years on this scroll were real and genuine; it indeed had traveled through a long stretch of time to the present.
Jiang Wang speculated that this scroll was probably a replica copied by someone at the end of the Near Ancient era.
Coincidentally, it fell into the hands of the founding master of the Five Immortal Sect.
Also having ancient history, most people might not easily discern its authenticity. Even Fan Qingqing probably did not realize that the lineage passed down in their sect was not genuine.
But to Jiang Wang, who had personally retrieved Lingkong Hall and Green Cloud Pavilion, it was obvious at a glance.
Although not authentic, its value was still immeasurable. A Walk in the Sky Immortal Technique had already provided Jiang Wang with immense benefits. What kind of magnificent landscape would the heritage recorded on this scroll of another Immortal Palace be?
So... should he take it?
This did not seem like a question. Who would turn down benefits delivered to their doorstep? But in this world, are there benefits that come without any cost attached?
Jiang Wang did not take the scroll but looked earnestly at Fan Qingqing, "Elder Fan, what do you request?"
Fan Qingqing realized that now was not the time for cunning. Her next answer would directly affect Jiang Wang’s decision—to kick her off the ship, or agree to protect her.
"Firstly, I hope to receive your protection. I wish for you to keep me safe, to leave the Near Sea Archipelago and go to Qi Country. To help me resolve the issue of my identity, so I can settle down."
As she spoke, she also frankly met Jiang Wang’s gaze.
Her earlier tricks had cost her credibility. Realizing that Jiang Wang was by no means easy to fool, she now needed to show him her sincerity.
Jiang Wang signaled her with his eyes to continue.
Protecting Fan Qingqing to Qi Country was not a difficult task. Jiang Wang’s current status was safer than ever. Diao Hai Building would not provoke him, on JueMing Island he was one of their own, and it was precisely the time when his reputation was soaring, while his relations with Yang Valley were also quite well managed. One could say that during this time in the Near Sea Archipelago, as long as he did not stir up trouble, he would encounter no issues.
Most importantly... the one pursuing Fan Qingqing was Yin Guan.
Just like Diao Hai Building, Yin Guan and his Hell Has No Door, provided they had any sense, would also not dare to approach Jiang Wang at this time. Because no one knew if Jiang Mengxiong was currently watching him.
Hell Has No Door had been jumping about for long enough. If by accident they caught the eye of the Great Qi’s God of War... extermination was the proper timing, just a matter of lifting a finger.
Thus, for Fan Qingqing to hide beside Jiang Wang was a very wise choice.
Even if Yin Guan was audaciously bold, and by chance the War God was not continuously watching Jiang Wang... it was still negotiable!
Jiang Wang felt he could have a talk with Yin Guan. Handing over the scroll, if he wanted to save Fan Qingqing’s life, Yin Guan would probably not mind.
For someone like Fan Qingqing, whose talent was exhausted and who was an average cultivator of the Inner Mansion, Yin Guan would never see her as a threat.
As for helping Fan Qingqing settle down in Qi Country... this didn’t even require calling on friends for help. A Fourth Grade Green Badge in the Patrol Inspection Bureau could easily send out a notice.
Fan Qingqing continued, "Secondly, I would like to follow you, to serve under you. A peerless genius like yourself, even if there is no need to build a power base, will certainly need people to handle affairs for you. Your future estates, businesses affiliated with you, all require someone to manage. The foundation of the Five Immortal Sect is destroyed, and hereafter I am rootless. I wish to find a foothold under your protection. Didn’t you say earlier that you liked the Zheng Sheng Hall? I know how to build, and I can supervise the construction of one for you..."
At Zheng Sheng Hall, she had initially wanted to sell it for a high price, to utterly gouge Jiang Wang. Now, however, she was willing to use it all as a bargaining chip, seeking only an opportunity to follow him.
She saw very clearly that after the Sea Hero Chart was established and Jiang Wang’s name topped the secondary list, combined with his victory at the End of the World Platform and his slaying of Sea Tower’s pride, he silenced his peers. After this battle, Jiang Wang’s rise was unstoppable!
Within a short three to five years, or at most eight to ten years, there would inevitably be a place for Jiang Wang in Qi Country! It would be a position with foundations and significance, capable of standing shoulder to shoulder with other families.
Having cultivated for many years, she knew all too well that the rise or fall of a prodigy often signified the flourishing or decline of a power.
Now was the opportunity to start by his side from a humble beginning. Therefore, when the time comes for him to soar through The Nine Heavens, she too could rise with the wind.
Of course, this decision was made after Jiang Wang had seen through her charade and didn’t allow her to take advantage of him for nothing.
Had Jiang Wang been easily swayed by her words and directly helped her escape Near Sea, she would have taken the Myriad Immortals Palace’s inheritance and gone far away.
Beyond natural talent and strength, she was not lacking in wit and tactics. This was the reason Fan Qingqing decided to follow him.
Jiang Wang was noncommittal, simply asking, "Anything else?"
Fan Qingqing held up the scroll humbly, saying, "In addition, if in the future, you are able to deduce something from this scroll, I hope to receive your guidance."
Fan Qingqing’s words implied that the Five Immortal Sect’s research on this scroll was not profound, and their progress slow over the years. This likely explained why, from the Sect Leader to the elders, no one in the sect truly knew Immortal Technique. freēwēbnovel.com
But the most crucial aspect was...
By offering this inheritance, those who were hunting her would naturally shift their target.
Jiang Wang’s reputation for keeping promises was well known throughout Near Sea, giving herself a safeguard, she would still have the opportunity to learn new Immortal Techniques in the future, without the constant fear.
Perhaps she had recognized the "Hell Has No Door" but out of fear of scaring Jiang Wang away, she pretended to be ignorant. After all, she had accurately described the clues she had seen. Whether Jiang Wang knew or not was his own matter. As long as she insisted she didn’t recognize it, no one could prove otherwise.
Jiang Wang’s smile seemed to hide another meaning, "You seem to have a lot of confidence in me."
It was unclear if he was referring to the confidence in researching Immortal Technique or in handling the "Hell Has No Door." freewёbnoνel.com
Fan Qingqing’s heart raced, but she was even more respectful, "If you are unwilling to take me in, just sending me to Qi Country would suffice. This inheritance will still be yours."
Indeed, she was a very capable character, and as a Sect elder for many years, her abilities were certainly not lacking.
Until now, Jiang Wang did not have such a character in his service. Of course, this was also because he had not focused on building up his power.
Jiang Wang looked at this woman for a while, then reached out and took hold of the scroll adorned with a pattern of stars, signifying his stance.
Fan Qingqing showed joy, and bowed deeply, "I greet you, my lord!"
From then on, she was a servant in Jiang Wang’s household.
Jiang Wang helped her up, saying in a hearty voice, "I have shallow foundations, and there might not be much for you to make use of. But one thing you can be sure of—those who do not let me down, I will never let them down."
Although it was just a simple sentence, even though the youth in front of her was so young.
Fan Qingqing suddenly felt relaxed, experiencing a great sense of security.
Who in the Near Sea Archipelago did not know at this time? This young man valued his promises the most. Once he promised something, he would surely accomplish it.
Jiang Qingyang’s word, was more powerful than a thousand words!
