Chapter 2227: Chapter 1917: Does Princess Yun’an Have Feelings for Our Princely Heir?

Seeing the Sword Qi soaring into the sky, the three Earth Realm experts beside Zhao Yu were stunned.

Zhao Yu exclaimed, "Evil-slaying Sword? Princess Yun’an actually gave such a precious Spirit Sword to the princely heir?"

Lu Xun said from the side, "If I remember correctly, the Evil-slaying Sword is Princess Yun’an’s sword, right?"

Generally, even Spirit Martial Artists of the Earth Realm have difficulty obtaining Earth-grade Spirit Weapons. Most Earth Realm experts use Mystic Tier Spirit Weapons, which are very precious.

The Evil-slaying Sword is among the most famous Spirit Swords of the Mystic Tier, partly because it is Ji Yunmeng’s sword, and partly because its power is almost close to an Earth-grade Spirit Sword.

Even many Earth Realm experts do not possess a Spirit Weapon as precious as the Evil-slaying Sword, yet Ji Yunmeng handed this Spirit Weapon to Lu Chen without blinking an eye.

At this moment, Fu Li, smiling, said, "Do you think it’s possible that Princess Yun’an has intentions toward our princely heir?"

Ji Yunmeng, after all, belongs to the royal family. She must know that Emperor Zhou intends for the Zhen Nan Prince Manor to disappear completely, yet at this time, she resolutely handed such a precious Spirit Weapon to Lu Chen.

Considering that over the past month, Ji Yunmeng has repeatedly sent gifts to the Zhen Nan Prince Manor, it indeed looks like she has feelings for Lu Chen.

Hearing Fu Li’s words, Lu Chen said expressionlessly, "Uncle Fu, you’re overthinking it. What she values is the entire Zhen Nan Prince Manor, not me personally."

Common people may not know Ji Yunmeng’s deep-seated ambitions. After all, Dazhou has never had a female emperor, though there have been many instances where the Empress Dowager has taken power, such as the current situation with Pei Shuhua.

But even when the Empress Dowager holds power, there are significant obstacles. If not for the strength of the Pei Family, Pei Shuhua wouldn’t have been able to assume control.

For Princess Ji Yunmeng to ascend to that position is exceedingly difficult. Although she is of the royal Zhou lineage, she is a woman, so most people never considered that she would befriend the Zhen Nan Prince Manor merely to attract Lu Chen.

After all, as a princess, she can’t become Emperor. Befriending an Alien King for no reason is hardly sensible; it’s likely she’s interested in Lu Chen as a person.

Of course, this is what most people think. However, Lu Chen knows Ji Yunmeng’s detailed plans, so he understands very well what Ji Yunmeng desires.

What Ji Yunmeng is doing is simply to gain favorability points with him, to exchange for the Zhen Nan Prince Manor’s support.

So, the more critical the Zhen Nan Prince Manor’s situation becomes, the more Ji Yunmeng will proactively offer help—a kindness in adversity that the Zhen Nan Prince Manor cannot ignore.

Hearing Lu Chen’s words, Lu Xun said, "You mean Princess Yun’an wants to ally with the Zhen Nan Prince Manor?"

"What business does she have allying with the Zhen Nan Prince Manor? I find it unlikely. I agree with Fu Li; perhaps it was due to being captivated by the princely heir’s heroic presence when she saved him last time, which is why she keeps sending things this month."

In the eyes of Fu Li and the three Earth Realm experts, Lu Chen seemed oblivious to the situation, not understanding the intentions of others. When the Zhen Nan Prince Manor is troubled, it means standing with him to face the possible crisis together.

This clearly signifies affection, yet their princely heir believes she merely seeks the Zhen Nan Prince Manor’s support.

Ji Yunmeng is, after all, the royal family’s Princess Junwan. She must be aware of the royal family’s stance towards the Zhen Nan Prince Manor, which has lost the qualification to be allied with. Now, many forces that were once close to the Zhen Nan Prince Manor keep their distance, fearing repercussions when the Zhou imperial family moves against the Zhen Nan Prince Manor.

Who would ally with an Alien King destined to be eliminated?

From Fu Li’s perspective, Ji Yunmeng harbors genuine love for Lu Chen, her intentions pure.

Lu Chen is tired of explaining; they don’t understand Ji Yunmeng’s ambitions and thus can’t comprehend why she stands with the Zhen Nan Prince Manor in these times. 𝙧𝙚𝙚𝔀𝒆𝓫𝓷𝙤𝓿𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝙤𝓶

Clearly, Ji Yunmeng knows the Zhen Nan Prince Manor is advantageous to her ambitions. To ascend that position, she must secure the Zhen Nan Prince Manor and obtain its support.

Zhao Yu continued, "With the Evil-slaying Sword, the princely heir can easily slay Peak of Human Realm wicked spiritual evils without acting personally."

When the sword was drawn, it released a large quantity of spiritual evil energies, clearly indicating Ji Yunmeng has left her power within the sword. If Lu Chen encounters danger, he merely needs to draw the sword without acting himself.

Zhao Yu and the others couldn’t help but think, it does seem Princess Yun’an deeply loves their princely heir, having considered such things.

Lu Chen ignored Zhao Yu’s remarks and looked at Xiao QI, "Miss Xiao Qi, please convey my thanks to the Princess, for I will accept this Evil-slaying Sword."

A gift from one’s future wife shouldn’t be refused. To be honest, while Mystic Tier Spirit Weapons are valuable, the Zhen Nan Prince Manor doesn’t lack them. They could even produce Earth-grade Spirit Weapons if desired.

Being the sole heir of the Zhen Nan Prince, the Earth-grade sword of the Prince is naturally his.

But with his current skill, not only the Earth-grade sword, but this Mystic Tier Evil-slaying Sword couldn’t be fully wielded. There’s truly no need for such exquisite Spirit Weapons.

Hearing Lu Chen, Xiao Qi said, "Alright, Princely Heir, this maid will convey your message to the Princess."

"Then this maid shall take her leave now."

With that, Xiao Qi bowed deeply to Lu Chen once more, and then turned to leave the Zhen Nan Prince Manor.

After Xiao Qi left, Zhao Yu and the three Earth Realm experts continued to observe the Evil-slaying Sword in Lu Chen’s hand.

With a smile, Fu Li said, "If Emperor Zhou knew that he just bestowed the title of princess and she gave her sword to someone he wants dead, what would he think?"

Lu Xun said, "By giving the princely heir her sword, Princess Yun’an may face severe punishment. His Highness should not disappoint such a devoted lady."

Lu Chen was speechless, these people genuinely thought Ji Yunmeng had sincere feelings for him.

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The news of Ji Yunmeng giving her sword to Lu Chen quickly spread throughout the Capital City. After all, it was the Evil-slaying Sword, and spies from various factions saw Xiao Qi enter the Zhen Nan Prince Manor with the sword case. Coupled with the Sword Qi from the manor, it was easy to deduce that Ji Yunmeng had given the Evil-slaying Sword to Lu Chen.

This news erupted across the Capital City, creating a sensational uproar. After all, Ji Yunmeng is the Princess Junwan, the first to be granted such a title by Emperor Zhou. Doesn’t she know that Emperor Zhou plans to take action against the Zhen Nan Prince Manor? How could she still present her sword to the princely heir at this time?