"This is impossible!"

Before Wang Junze could reply, Eldest Princess Ningyu firmly refused, "I can't leave the Capital City, and the people I truly trust can't either. Once we leave the Capital, we'll be immediately noticed and perhaps even targeted. The risk is too great."

"Besides, replacing me with someone else who isn't familiar with the situation in the Nether Sea or able to win Qu Lishang's trust will result in failure, and no one can afford the cost of that failure."

Her gaze fell upon Su Yuwei, and although Eldest Princess Ningyu's voice remained soft, it carried an undeniable determination: "Trust me, Wang Junze is as important to you as Qu Lishang is to me. In this matter... there can be no mistakes!"

This was both a reminder and a warning.

If Wang Junze was willing to cooperate in rescuing Qu Lishang, then to Eldest Princess Ningyu, he was a friend, and she would do everything to help him. However, if Wang Junze or Su Yuwei posed a threat to Qu Lishang's safety, she would retaliate at any cost!

"Li Ningyu, I respect you, but I'm not afraid of you!"

With a slight lift of her brow, Su Yuwei retorted word by word.

This was the first time Su Yuwei directly addressed Eldest Princess Ningyu by name. No, not just Su Yuwei, for over thirty years, almost no one had called her by this name anymore.

"Alright, stop arguing. Our positions should be aligned now. What we should be doing is finding ways to eliminate danger, not fighting amongst ourselves!"

Feeling a headache coming on, Wang Junze had to speak up and interrupt their confrontation.

"Wang Junze!"

With a hint of displeasure in her eyes, Su Yuwei angrily glared at Wang Junze.

"I know you're doing this for my sake, but... I won't abandon Master Qu." Shaking his head, Wang Junze explained softly, "Whether it's for the Profound Moon Sword Sect or myself, I must make this trip, and unless you can find a Saint Realm powerhouse to intervene, I'm definitely the most suitable candidate."

"In the Capital City, I can mobilize Saint Realm powerhouses, but they are under the Royal Family's tribute, loyal not to me but to my Brother Huang. I can't and dare not use such people," Eldest Princess Ningyu explained, "However, they could indeed be used to pressure that Divine Monk of Xuankong Temple."

She had mentioned before that she would handle the matter of Monk Benyin, and this wasn't an idle boast. Unless the other side dared to turn against the Court, they couldn't ignore the threat of the Eldest Princess in the Capital City.

"Wait a minute, why must it be about threats?"

A sudden inspiration struck, and Wang Junze spoke up, "On this matter, Xuankong Temple doesn't have any conflict of interest with us. In fact, capturing the Nether Sea might benefit Xuankong Temple instead!"

The Director hinted at this when mentioning the matter. Although Monk Benyin had overheard Wang Junze and the Eldest Princess's conversation, it wasn't necessarily a bad thing. Moreover, Wang Junze hadn't disclosed the matter of Inverted Mountain, which left room for negotiation.

If Wang Junze went on his own, he could only request Monk Benyin's mercy not to disclose the matter.

However, if Eldest Princess Ningyu was willing to intervene, perhaps there was a chance to persuade Monk Benyin to join them in the Nether Sea.

All three were insightful individuals, quickly grasping the situation.

"The Nether Sea has long been occupied by Demon Cultivators, untouchable by either the Court or the Four Great Celestial Sects. However, if Monk Benyin intervenes and delays until Li Shang Sword Venerable recovers his cultivation, there might be hope to sweep through the Nether Sea together!"

"By then, Xuankong Temple and Profound Moon Sword Sect can jointly divide the Nether Sea... the benefits here would certainly be tempting enough for Monk Benyin!"

In an instant, Su Yuwei's eyes lit up.

"No, there's no need to drive the Demon Cultivators out of the Nether Sea. They've occupied it for years, and the unique environment there means it's impossible to completely expel them," Wang Junze continued, "I've been to the Nether Sea, and interacted with many Demon Cultivators—not all of them deserve death!"

"Xuankong Temple, Profound Moon Sword Sect, and the Demon Cultivators can take joint control of the Nether Sea, setting new rules and governing it together!"

"If that's the case, let's include the Judgment Department as well. This way, even if His Majesty learns the truth, the pressure on the Princess will be reduced, and since the Director is already aware, he can't be bypassed."

With just a few words, Wang Junze had completely straightened out his thoughts.

"Moreover, if this succeeds, you could leverage the power of the Nether Sea to push Brother Huang into annulling the marriage between Prince Yu and Changling."

A slight smile appeared on her lips, and Eldest Princess Ningyu slowly said, "At that time, I'll speak on your behalf, and perhaps it might really become possible."

"It's not that simple. The current His Majesty is known for his decisive nature; it's hard to threaten him," Su Yuwei analyzed calmly, though she was tempted.

"At least there's hope, which is better than the current situation, isn't it?"

Eldest Princess Ningyu questioned again.

That statement left even Su Yuwei with no retort. Indeed, no matter how challenging, it was far better than the current hopeless situation.

Most importantly, this plan significantly reduced the danger Wang Junze faced in returning to the Nether Sea.

Even if they ultimately failed to persuade His Majesty to annul the marriage, at least Wang Junze would gain true backing and confidence from this encounter. Even if he clashed with Prince Yu in the future, he would have the means to defend himself.

That's the most crucial issue.

"I'll first obtain the Creation Golden Lotus, then find an opportunity to visit Lingyin Temple. Wang Junze, join me then, and as long as we can persuade Monk Benyin, most of this plan will be done!"

Eldest Princess Ningyu spoke up again.

"Alright!"

Nodding, Wang Junze agreed immediately.

"Alright, you two talk. I'll head out first. Remember... don't take too long. Within half an hour, I'll arrange for you to be sent back to Fan Building without leaving a trace," Eldest Princess Ningyu said with a light smile before speaking again.

This time, both Wang Junze and Su Yuwei fell silent.

It wasn't until Eldest Princess Ningyu left for a while that Wang Junze finally couldn't help but speak, "I've met Lu Qing before. He said you're doing well."

"..."

Giving Wang Junze a glance, Su Yuwei didn't respond, and even Wang Junze himself felt his words were a bit foolish.

Su Yuwei was about to marry Prince Yu; how could that be considered good?

As for whether she remembered these silly words, there was no need to ask. Seeing Su Yuwei here was enough to say everything.

Taking a deep breath, Wang Junze finally looked up at Su Yuwei and spoke seriously, "I promised we would meet in the Capital City... I will keep my word."

"So, I won't let you marry Prince Yu either!"

"..."

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