CHAPTER 625: CHAPTER 319: THE BEAUTY TRAP

With the identity of a true disciple of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," Li Yunjing was already the person with the highest status on this occasion.

Even the third princess of the Great Ming Dynasty had to come and serve.

Li Yunjing naturally took the lead and entered the hall, sharing a seat with the Emperor.

The others were seated on the left and right sides of the hall.

The Emperor softly inquired about Li Yunjing’s opinion, and only after receiving his consent did he clap his hands, signaling for the dishes to be served.

Immediately, the royal musicians in the hall began to play cheerful tunes to welcome the new National Preceptor on behalf of the royal family.

Next, a team of palace maidens, dressed in luxurious clothes, carried exquisite trays and gracefully walked in from outside the hall.

Soon, Li Yunjing’s table was filled with an array of exquisite dishes.

Li Yunjing, being very particular about ingredients, inspected the dishes. They were fairly acceptable, with a balanced mix of meat and vegetables, all made from Tier Two demon beast flesh and spiritual materials.

This level of quality completely matched the standards of the "East Splendor Tower."

Moreover, these dishes were beautifully presented, featuring designs like dragons and phoenixes, making them pleasing to the eye.

The bowls, chopsticks, and plates used for serving were all made from top-tier magical artifacts of the first rank.

Amidst the luxury, the powerful might of the royal family was evident.

This indeed made Li Yunjing view them with newfound respect.

"Honorable National Preceptor, this is Immortal Drunk Spirit Wine, comparable to top-grade Tier Two, very rich and smooth. Please have a taste, Honorable National Preceptor."

Zhu Wanyun accompanied Li Yunjing, acting like an obedient maid.

This most beautiful woman of the Great Ming Dynasty held a wine jug and poured a cup of fine wine for Li Yunjing.

Meanwhile, on Li Yunjing’s other side, the Emperor also had a palace maid pour wine. He raised his cup, said a few words of blessing, and finally said to Li Yunjing, "I toast to the National Preceptor!"

"Very well! I shall drink this fine wine with Your Majesty."

With the Emperor showing such humility, Li Yunjing naturally gave him some face, raising his cup with both hands and drinking it all.

"Hehe! Honorable National Preceptor, with your true disciple status of the Immortal Sect, being able to come to our Great Ming Dynasty and serve as the National Preceptor is truly the honor of the entire Great Ming Dynasty, a blessing for millions and millions of citizens!"

The Emperor continued to flatter, "Here are thirty thousand low-grade spirit stones gathered by our royal family to celebrate the National Preceptor’s appointment!"

Speaking, the Emperor took out a "Hundred Treasures Pouch" from his sleeve and pushed it in front of Li Yunjing.

"Your Majesty, you flatter me! Thank you for Your Majesty’s gift! I will stay in Yingtian Prefecture, cultivate for three years, and then return to the sect."

Seeing the Emperor’s nervous appearance, Li Yunjing nonchalantly waved his sleeve, putting away the "Hundred Treasures Pouch," and then smiled playfully.

Thirty thousand low-grade spirit stones!

An astronomical amount!

The royal family’s actions made Li Yunjing quite satisfied.

This allowed him to concede readily, voluntarily stating that he would not cause trouble for the "Shenxiao Temple" and would not create any further complications.

"Hahaha! Good! Honorable National Preceptor, rest assured, every year, the royal family will pay tribute!"

After spending so much, wasn’t it just to make Li Yunjing turn a blind eye?

Now that this true disciple of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect" had agreed, how could the Emperor not be pleased?

One must know that with the royal family developing its strength under the watchful eyes of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," it was inevitable that they would violate some rules of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect."

In the territory of the "Shenxiao Dao Sect," all laws were based on sect rules, and other sects or forces, including the royal family, had to be regulated.

Was there anyone in the royal family who coveted speed and practiced demon skills?

Were there no royal family members who committed murder and robbery, plundering other cultivators?

Were there no royal family members who colluded with external forces?

If Li Yunjing wanted to investigate, he would surely find some clues and thus bring disaster upon the entire royal family.

This kind of thing was something Li Yunjing could imagine even with his eyes closed.

However, Li Yunjing came to avoid calamity, intending to cultivate quietly for three years and lay a solid foundation. Where would he find the time to deal with the royal family?

Even if he were to raid the entire royal family, what would he gain?

It wouldn’t be worth the trouble!

With the Emperor being so sensible, Li Yunjing naturally proposed that he wouldn’t cause them any trouble.

"Hehe! Fair enough! Fair enough!"

Li Yunjing nodded. Three years and ninety thousand low-grade spirit stones weren’t too difficult to endure to buy his silence.

As long as the royal family didn’t aspire to break away from the "Shenxiao Dao Sect’s" control, he wouldn’t care about their behind-the-scenes violations.

"Shall I arrange for the finest singers in the palace to perform a song for the Honorable National Preceptor?"

Seeing Li Yunjing being so considerate, the Emperor was overjoyed and intended to let Li Yunjing relax a bit.

"I will trouble Your Majesty to arrange it then!"

Li Yunjing nodded, having come out anyway, eating, drinking, and listening to music was a form of relaxation before his retreat.

Soon, under the Emperor’s arrangement, a pretty woman appeared in the hall, bowing to Li Yunjing and the Emperor.

This woman was petite and exquisite, with a round, tender face, adorned with a smile. Her eyes were like crescent moons, beautiful and with a hint of cuteness, evoking feelings of affection.

"There truly is no shortage of beauties in the imperial palace."

Even Li Yunjing couldn’t help but sigh inwardly, praising this woman’s extraordinary appeal.

As Li Yunjing marveled, the musicians in the hall again played cheerful tunes. This petite and cute woman sang with a clear and melodious voice, like that of a lark, pleasant to the ear.

The sounds were so delightful that Li Yunjing closed his eyes slightly, tapping his fingers on the table, unable to resist gently tapping along with the rhythm of the music...