Chapter 244 Farewell To Concubine Ji
Chapter 244 Farewell To Concubine Ji
"Husband, please be careful on your journey to the Great Tang Immortal Dynasty."
In just a few days, the manpower and resources promised by the prestigious families were ready. The efficiency was much higher than usual, as they didn't want Chu Shen to stay in the Langxuan Heavenly Palace for even a moment longer. Chu Shen had to pack his bags and prepare for departure.
Before leaving, he had already arranged his family affairs. Chen Xiu and other concubines whose strength was not high enough continued to operate within the secluded Grotto-Heaven of the Tree Granny and the Qunyu Palace. Whether it was cultivating or taking care of the children, they always found something to do.
Concubines like Gong Liusu and Fu Yunsheng, who had decent strength, were almost all placed in a newly established organization called the "Langxuan Reformation Committee." This name had confused many people, but when they saw its authority, they would understand how powerful it was.
Although Chu Shen was temporarily forced to leave the Langxuan Heavenly Palace, this committee inherited all the powers and responsibilities he had before, and he even left behind a relatively complete design for institutional reform. The main driving force behind the reform, however, shifted from him alone to Gong Liusu and others exercising their respective powers.
He didn't expect this committee to really push for substantial institutional changes in the Langxuan Heavenly Palace like he did. After all, he wasn't sure if Gong Liusu and others were capable of handling their respective duties. But he still created this thing, with the main goal of making the prestigious families uncomfortable.
Even if he wasn't in the heavenly palace, he wanted them to know that he was always watching them!
"Don't worry about me, you should be careful at home.
Axiu, Ying'er, as long as you stay in the Qunyu Palace and have Tree Granny, Golden Grandpa, and the others with you, there shouldn't be any problems.
Liusu, Yunsheng, you need to be careful. The Revolutionary Committee is causing trouble for families like the Xiaos and Pans. They won't obediently follow orders. Even if the master promises to support you, you still need to be on guard against these old silver coins causing trouble in secret.
Especially since you are women, these bastards are capable of doing all sorts of despicable things. Don't forget to take security measures!"
The women in the Gong Liusu group nodded in agreement.
The conversation was almost over when Dantai Liyue stood up and said, "Husband, I am very worried about your trip to the Great Tang Immortal Dynasty. However, our child is still young and I am not very strong. If I can't accompany you, let Qijie go with you for protection."
Qijie's full name is Li Xiangqi. She is a Gold Core female bodyguard trained by Fuyuan Pavilion and is one of the bodyguards specially assigned to Dantai Liyue by Dantai Zhonggu.
After Chu Shen and Dantai Liyue got married, this female Gold Core transferred to the Chu family. On the surface, she is the most outstanding expert of the Chu family.
However, this female Gold Core still considers herself belonging to Fuyuan Pavilion. She still sticks closely to Dantai Liyue and strictly follows Dantai Zhonggu's order to protect Dantai Liyue.
Now, Dantai Liyue made such a suggestion, and Li Xiangqi, who was following her, frowned and seemed reluctant.
Chu Shen saw the change in her expression and didn't want to force her. Besides, he couldn't rest assured if Dantai Liyue and the others stayed in the Langhuan Heavenly Palace without a strong expert by their side. He smiled and said, "No need. This trip is considered official business. Besides the diplomatic envoy from the Great Tang Immortal Dynasty, there are many people accompanying us from the Langhuan Heavenly Palace, including Gold Core cultivators. We don't need to worry about safety."
"But those people are from your opponents' families, aren't they?" Dantai Liyue still worried.
Chu Shen lovingly tidied her hair and said, "Don't worry about this. Even if those prestigious families hate me to the bone, they won't resort to foul play in this matter. It would be obvious that they are breaking ties with my master and trying to split the Heavenly Palace."
"As for me, your husband, I still hold the position of Vice Palace Master of Langxuan Heavenly Palace, after all!"
"Besides, my master has also considered this point. He has already arranged for people to protect me and has given me a complete set of ceremonial guards at the level of a Palace Master."
While they were talking, a gradually enlarging black dot appeared on the distant horizon. As it approached, it was discovered to be a huge flying ship, its momentum no less than that of the Dantai family's main battleship when Dantai Lixue got married.
"What is this..."
The Chu family concubines and wives looked at this flying ship in astonishment as it slowly approached the vicinity of the Qunyu Palace.
Chu Shen smiled and said, "This is the hand my master has prepared for me. How could he not respond to the various prestigious families showing off their muscles? Twelve of them, no less!"
This kind of flying ship, which can be used for warfare, is completely different from the ones used for travel and transportation. The difference is comparable to that between an aircraft carrier and an ordinary cargo ship.
In a fully equipped state, in addition to the power of the warship itself, the cultivators on board are also formidable. A whole team of cultivators has been allocated to the warship specially assigned to Chu Shen by Wangchen.
Each immortal peak, especially the Lingqi Peak, which is wealthy and has mastery over many technologies, naturally has warships of this level. The problem is that the power to manufacture, deploy, and mobilize these warships is all controlled by the Holy Lord, belonging to the "military authority" of Langxuan Heavenly Palace.
Even if the immortal peaks have warships, they would not use them unless necessary. Once they are used, they still need the permission of the Holy Lord.
That's why Chu Shen said that this was the hand Wangchen had prepared for him.
This warship represents the command of the Holy Lord of Langxuan Tiangong and the support for him.
Even so, the concubines who are concerned about their husband still have some worries.
Dantai Liyue said, "I know that my husband is confident, but I am a bit anxious. It's not something I am completely sure about. I always have concerns. Please take Qijie with you."
Also, keep this jade pendant safe. If there is any trouble outside, Fuyuan Pavilion will definitely provide full assistance.
The thirteenth princess of the Tang Xian Dynasty, who is one of the parties involved in this incident and does not intend to return to the Tang Xian Dynasty, also spoke up: "Although my husband has the power of Langxuan Tiangong to protect him, the Langxuan Tiangong and the major families are not so kind. Not everyone in the Tang Xian Dynasty is a good person. I am also very worried.
"I have a personal sachet here that can serve as a token. If you encounter any difficulties in the Tang Xian Dynasty, take it and find Li Qinxue from the Jing'an Division. She is my milk sister and the only person I trust wholeheartedly."
She handed over a slightly old but well-maintained sachet.
Other concubines also expressed their farewells, making Chu Shen a little flustered.
After bidding farewell to the concubines, he, who had already reached the Spirit Gathering realm, could fly on his sword, not to mention his Moon Escape technique. He quickly brought the Gold Core female guard, Li Xiangqi, who was forcibly given to him by Dantai Liyue, to the waiting warship, truly bidding farewell to the birds and flowers at home.
The people who had been waiting on the warship all greeted him.
Out of trust, the people that Wanchen had prepared for Chu Shen were all carefully selected. Most of them were disciples from humble backgrounds, and only a few were distantly related to major families.
After getting to know each other, the captain of the warship bowed and saluted, "Vice Palace Master, all preparations have been made. The Tang Xian Dynasty's envoy and the fleet formed by various major families are gathering at the outer ring flying boat dock. Shall we set sail immediately and catch up?"
Chu Shen shouted loudly, "Of course, full speed ahead! Let's go early and return early!"
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