READ NOVEL ONLINE Chapter 224: That princess who boarded the wrong ship!
Chapter 224: That princess who boarded the wrong ship!
Jun Yunshang and Elder Huang were both silent as they were forced to admit that Lin Fengmian was right.
If Lin Fengmian were to take Jun Yunshang on his own, the situation would indeed be much better than the four of them together.
Jun Yunshang had the Golden Dragon Talisman for protection, and Lin Fengmian could help her break through the encirclement.
Now that Elder Huang was extremely weak and Guan Ming’s strength was not significant, they had become a burden and might even need Lin Fengmian to rescue them.
Lin Fengmian calmly said, “Without this precious princess, you two shouldn’t attract much attention and can go back to Junlin City to wait for us.”
“Of course, this is my plan, but the final decision is still up to you. However, I hope it’s your own decision, Princess Yunshang.”
Looking at the hesitant Jun Yunshang, he smiled and said, “I’ll give you half an hour to consider and discuss it.”
“If you don’t want to go with me, I will leave on my own and our agreement will be null and void.”
With that, he walked out, leaving time for Jun Yunshang and Elder Huang to deliberate. After all, he couldn’t force them to go.
Luo Xue asked curiously, “Aren’t you afraid that she won’t agree to go with you?”
“Not at all!”
Lin Fengmian spoke frankly, “If she’s not willing to take this risk, then I don’t think she’s suitable to go with us.”
“Being overly cautious and sentimental, she won’t make it to Junlin City. We might as well find another elixir!”
Luo Xue nodded in agreement, “That’s right. This Jun Yunshang must have been overprotected as a child. As a royal, she’s surprisingly indecisive.”
If Jun Yunshang couldn’t even take this risk, it would be difficult for them to reach Junlin City by the end of the month.
In that case, Lin Fengmian wouldn’t be able to obtain the top-grade Void Breaking Pill. If so, it would be better to disband the group.
A top-grade Spirit Fusion Pill wasn’t worth wasting so much time on.
On the other side, inside the cave.
Jun Yunshang looked at Huang Gongwang and asked, “Elder Huang, what do you think I should do?”
Before Huang Gongwang could speak, Guan Ming rushed to say, “Your Highness, you can’t seriously go with him. This guy’s background is unknown, and he’s very sinister. Your Highness, you cannot go with him!”
“What if, what if he has ulterior motives?”
Jun Yunshang smiled bitterly, “If he really had ulterior motives, you wouldn’t be able to stop him anyway.”
Guan Ming was speechless, feeling utterly helpless and clenching his fists tightly.
Jun Yunshang ignored him and looked at Huang Gongwang, waiting for his response.
After a moment of contemplation, Huang Gongwang looked at Jun Yunshang and asked, “Your Highness, you shouldn’t ask me. You should ask yourself.”
“Do you want to go with him and trust him, or do you just want to escape far away and protect yourself?”
Jun Yunshang fell silent and muttered, “Myself?”
Guan Ming wanted to say something, but was silenced by Huang Gongwang’s warning look.
He knew that Guan Ming liked Jun Yunshang, but his actions had gone too far.
Just because the princess did not have an air of authority did not mean that he could dictate her will and take over.
Jun Yunshang closed her eyes and thought for a while before opening them again.
This time, her eyes, which had previously been filled with hesitation, now held a firm and decisive look.
“Elder Huang, I have decided to go with him!”
Huang Gongwang smiled slightly, “Your Highness, can you bear the possible dangers and costs?”
Jun Yunshang nodded, “I’ve thought it through. I don’t want to hide and cower far away.”
“Since there is a chance to become a feudal king, I will not let this opportunity slip away. If I do, I won’t deserve the name ‘Jun”.”
Huang Gongwang’s eyes showed a hint of relief, and he smiled, “Your Highness, you’ve finally come to your senses.”
He waved his hand, first dismissing Guan Ming, and then solemnly handed a box of elixirs and a jade slip to Jun Yunshang.
“Here is the top-grade Spirit Fusion Pill and the secret to opening the Nine-Curved Exquisite Box. I believe Your Highness knows when to give it to him!”
“I understand.”
Jun Yunshang solemnly received the pill in the box, then took out a jade slip and left a divine message inside.
“Elder Huang, return to Junlin City first. Have Third Uncle give you my share of the top-grade Void Breaking Pill to keep. I might need you to bring it out when necessary.”
Huang Gongwang looked at the jade note and felt both elated and burdened. After all, this wasn’t just a task for him to fetch something; it was also a significant sign of trust.
To others, this trust from Her Highness might seem like a joke, but to him, it was enough to make him willing to lay down his life in return.
He shakily received the jade slip, gripping it tightly and said, “This old man will not betray Her Highness’s trust. Please take care of yourself, Your Highness!”
Jun Yunshang smiled and said, “Be careful on your journey. I will come to Junlin City to find you soon!”
Huang Gongwang nodded and said, “Take care, Your Highness!”
He left and found Guan Ming and said, “Guan Ming, let’s go back to Junlin and wait for Her Highness.”
“Yes!”
Guan Ming was reluctant, but he had to obey since Jun Yunshang had made the decision.
The three of them walked out of the cave and encountered Lin Fengmian, who was idly waiting.
“What, did you make your decision so quickly?”
Huang Gongwang solemnly bowed to Lin Fengmian and said, “Young Master Ye, I entrust Her Highness to you.”
“Her Highness have rarely left the palace and lacks life experience. Please be kind to her on the trip and don’t make things difficult for her.”
Guan Ming also bowed and said earnestly, “Young Master Ye, please take good care of Her Highness.”
Lin Fengmian waved his hand and said, “Don’t worry, I still need her pills. Just go back and rest easy.”
The two of them bowed to Jun Yunshang and said their goodbyes, then boarded their flying boats and left.
If nothing goes wrong, they should be able to return to Junlin City before Lin Fengmian and his companion.
After all, once they left Jun Yunshang, they wouldn’t be easy to track or find.
With some disguises and precautions, they should easily make it back to Junlin City.
On the other hand, Lin Fengmian and his companion would have to face enemies along the way, which would slow them down.
Seeing Huang Gongwang and Guan Ming leave, Lin Fengmian turned to Jun Yunshang and laughed, “I thought you were afraid!”
“I am the daughter of the Holy Emperor Ling Tian, the sixteenth princess of the Junyan Empire, and the descendant of a sage. Why should I be afraid?”
Jun Yunshang rarely said such bold words, but at that moment, she felt powerful, a woman who could rival any man.
Lin Fengmian sized her up and down, his gaze lecherous, making her feel uneasy and instinctively take a couple of steps back.
He shook his head and sneered, “Descendant of a sage, is that all you’ve got?”
His words weren’t particularly hurtful, but they were extremely insulting.
Jun Yunshang defiantly puffed out her chest, “Don’t I look the part?”
Lin Fengmian raised his hand and made a grabbing motion in front of her chest, scaring her into hugging herself and retreating further.
Lin Fengmian laughed out loud, “Not at all!”
Jun Yunshang, angry and flustered, stomped her foot and shouted, “Pervert!”
Lin Fengmian summoned the flying boat, which landed at his feet, and he laughed, “Now you realize I’m a pervert. A bit late, isn’t it?”
He bowed politely, “After you, Your Highness, who has now boarded the pirate ship!”