Chapter 189: Crown Prince Likes the Dishes
The treasures that can channel internal qi are called magical treasures. There are three tiers of them, Low, mid, and high grade.
As for the above magical treasure, there are Holy Treasures. They can create wondrous effects and a single one can cause a bloodbath among families and sects.
For example, Jia Hao’s Holy Radiance Torch was a Holy Treasure, which killed all the dark goblins instantly upon activation.
‘ Tsk, Too bad I couldn’t use it. I hope Cai Lingzhi kept it safe with her.’ Jia Hao muttered inwardly.
However, this mid grade magical saber is perfect for current Jia Hao. He couldn’t help but feel elated as he got such a treasure.
” Alright, It’s already evening. We shall return back.” Jia Hao turned around.
Old Yang nodded as he followed Jia Hao back. Sitting in the carriage, they both returned back to the Nanhai City.
However, in the middle of the street, the carriage was stopped. Jia Hao saw Old Yang’s expression turning vigilant as he clutched his sword hilt.
” What happened?”
” Someone is blocking our road.” Old Yang replied. Jia Hao became curious as he peeked out.
‘ Huh? Zhou Yan?’ Jia Hao recognized him instantly as he saw him standing before his carriage.
” Young Lord, That man is giving me a dangerous vibe. Such an intense bloodlust…” Old Yang mumbled.
” It’s alright.” Jia Hao got out of the carriage. ” I know him. You don’t need to worry.”
” Go back to the mansion. I shall arrive shortly.”
” Yes, Young Lord.”
Jia Hao looked at Zhou Yan with a smile. ” So, What is it? Brother Qing wants to see me?”
” Indeed. He is waiting for you in the Tianxiang Pavilion.”
” Tianxiang Pavilion?” Jia Hao’s expression turned odd. ” Fine, lead the way.”
As he arrived there, His and Zhou Yan’s expression turned even more odd as they saw Li Qing fighting with Chef Liang.
” Well, I can give you ten thousand taels of gold. Can’t you prepare something for me?” Li Qing couldn’t help but shout.
” Young Noble, I understand your problem. However, Our shop is closed and we won’t take guests for today.”
” It’s alright. Prepare a table for the three of us.” Jia Hao shouted from afar.
” Young Lord, It’s you!” Chef Liang was surprised. He realized that Li Qing was Jia Hao’s guest, so his attitude changed.
” Ahem, I didn’t know you are Young Lord’s guest. Please, come inside.”
” Haah, You are finally here, Brother Jia.” Li Qing was elated.
” I have to admit, Tianxiang Pavilion is so fucking crowded. It’s impossible to get a seat during the rush hour.”
” Well, It’s truly a pleasure that someone like Brother Li is attracted to our humble abode.” Jia Hao took a seat. ” I am sure you didn’t call me just to get a private seat here, right?”
” What if that’s the reason?” Li Qing looked at him. ” I mean, the Spring Wine of Tianxiang Pavilion is something pretty unique. Among all types of wine I have drunk, the Spring Wine definitely comes in the top ten.”
” Too bad, You have limited the sale. So I have to spend a lot before I manage to get a jar. It was worth the money though.”
” Hehe, this is just some ordinary wine. I am glad you like it.” Jia Hao chuckled.
Soon enough, Chef Liang presented a plate full of fried chicken, stir fried noodles, and fried veggies sauteed in sauces.
” Ohh! This is…This is so delicious!” Li Qing was stunned as he took a bite. ” I doubt even the imperial chef could make something like this!”
” Not to mention, such robust flavor…each dish tastes so different! I…I can’t stop eating!”
Zhou Yan sat at another table. However, even he couldn’t help but hide his surprise as he took a bite.
” Ahem, I guess I forgot my decorum.” Li Qing wiped his lips as he took a sip of Spring Wine.
” I just want to thank you. You arranged Miss Sang to help us in tomorrow’s venture in Nanhai Mountain?”
” Yes, I believe Sang Qiuliu can help you more than Elder Lei. Not to mention…” Jia Hao chuckled as he thought about how Elder Lei was going to betray Li Qing.
” But you are also coming with us?” Li Qing asked with a surprise. ” This might be dangerous, you know?”
” I also want to gain some experience. And, I can use the monsters inside the Twisted Dark Forest to increase my skills.” Jia Hao smiled.
” However, I would like to ask you something.”
” Yes?”
” Is The Emperor really in secluded cultivation?”
Li Qing’s eating paused as he looked at Jia Hao. A smile slowly appeared. ” What do you think?”
” He is trying to see how you all are performing?” Jia Hao made a reason.
” Brother Jia is wise. However, you can say it’s also a scheme to slowly lure out the enemies.”
” Even if many people die in this game?” Jia Hao asked once again.
” Well, This might be harsh, but does it matter?” Li Qing spoke again. ” There would be always casualties in a war. We need to look at the bigger picture while doing something?”
” So, What if this time, the casualty is the Cai Family?” Jia Hao took a sip. ” Let’s assume, ok? What if…the Cai Family suddenly vanished from Nanhai City? Like…gone, all dead?”
Li Qing and Zhou Yan were stunned when Jia Hao’s words.
” Haha, Brother Jia, Don’t say such ominous…”
” I am asking a question, Crown Prince Li.” Jia Hao spoke again. ” What benefit would the Imperial Family receive if the Cai Family dies?”
” The absence of the Cai Family would certainly appeal to a faction of the Imperial Family.” Zhou Yan broke his silence.
” As you know, the Cai Family has two masters from the previous lords. The Eldest Lord is currently defending the northern borders. Meanwhile, The Patriarch of the Cai Family is situated in Nanhai City.”
” But not everyone knows that the Nanhai Mountain pass is something that is strictly guarded by the Cai Family. It’s the pass that connects our Western Province with Boundless Prairie beyond the mountains. It’s the house of hundreds of barbarian tribes and demons.”
” A faction of imperial power wishes to stop guarding the Nanhai Mountain Pass and march forward. They want to subjugate the Boundless Prairie and expand the empire.”
” Is it because of the rich minerals in Boundless Praire?” Jia Hao asked curiously.
” That, and also capturing the Mo Country, which used to be a part of the ancient Zhou Dynasty.”
