Chapter 537: The Grand Prince’s Ambition (3k)
“What just happened?”
Looking at the Snow Werewolf who stood still like a log in the arena within seconds, everyone present dazedly wiped the cold sweat from their foreheads. In that flash of lightning, he had actually subdued the latter directly.
Even more surprised was the “waiter.” Su Jiu’s performance seemed to exceed his expectations. Such a reaction was indeed impressive, even among High-Rank Battle Kings.
Was this because the opponent possessed a special speed-type bloodline?
But this also proved that Su Jiu’s abilities were sufficient to handle such a situation.
“Everyone, listen to me…”
After the Snow Werewolf left, the “waiter,” being an experienced civil servant, quickly raised his hands, scanned the crowd, and finally, with a slight smile, his gaze landed on Anna and Su Jiu. He announced loudly:
“This young lady was personally chosen by Princess Anna. Her strength and wisdom are guaranteed, and it’s not impossible for her to aim for the position of National Master. Next, they will meet with His Majesty the Snow Emperor. Please do not crowd or disturb their itinerary!”
Upon seeing Su Jiu’s smile again, he gently nodded. It felt refreshing to do such a favor effortlessly.
The crowd began to rustle and created a passage wide enough for three people to pass. They looked at Su Jiu and Anna with curiosity, trying to remember their appearances.
Princess Anna’s specific appearance was rarely exposed under the Grand Prince’s protection. Moreover, her attire was too simple. Except for the “waiter,” everyone else just thought she was a young lady with some status.
Su Jiu, holding Anna’s hand, continued to walk, her gaze fixed on the distance. This trip to the Snow Demon Kingdom had opened a new chapter with a clear purpose.
Seeing this fawning attitude, Anna pouted with a hint of secret satisfaction. She secretly glanced at Su Jiu, thinking that it wouldn’t be unacceptable if Su Jiu were her teacher.
With this thought in mind, Anna then looked up and asked after a pause, “Su… Sister, do you really have the strength to compete for the championship?”
“Not as exaggerated as they say. It was just the interviewer blowing smoke because of your face.”
Su Jiu shook her head with a slight smile. The Snow Demons also had their own ways of human relations, and it wasn’t much different from human society.
Sensing something,
After the two had completely departed, the scene returned to normal. At this moment, a shadow suddenly emerged behind the “waiter,” forming a human shape. A faint voice sounded:
“Her Mental Power is very strong, outrageously so, but she is not the candidate chosen by His Majesty.”
“Chief Lord.”
The “waiter” turned and instinctively performed a courtesy to the superior noble, asking with some confusion, “She’s not His Majesty’s candidate, but Princess Anna is by her side. This shouldn’t be right…”
“This is the person Anna personally chose. His Majesty chose Snow Brown Bear, whose strength is in the Demigod Level Late Stage. If it weren’t for the mutual restrictions preventing the truly War God Level from participating, I would have made my move.”
With a sigh, the black shadow gazed quietly in the direction of the imperial palace, his eyes narrowing slightly. He seemed to be contemplating something and then gave a light laugh.
“This young girl carries a token from that eccentric old man Naz. Even I don’t know the depth of that old man. His arrogance is such that he even disdained His Majesty’s invitation…”
“How could someone he approves of be merely an Initial Stage Battle King?”
Upon hearing this, the “waiter” couldn’t help but gasp. Even though he didn’t need to contribute to global warming, he sighed slightly and then quietly looked towards the imperial capital. He asked softly:
“Looking at her ears, she should also be a Monster. I wonder if she will agree with His Majesty’s ambitions, as those ideas are hard for ordinary Monsters to accept.”
…
The majestic and solemn palace stood at the center of the imperial capital, like a towering peak, overlooking everything around it, like a giant or a distant watcher.
The palace roof was conical, covered with golden tiles that sparkled under the sun that lacked warmth, resembling a radiant crown. The roof was also adorned with many spires and bell towers, giving it a distinct Fog City style.
“The front is just ahead.”
After walking for about ten minutes, the two arrived. Anna pointed to the “giant” not far in front of them. Even Anna, a young lady, felt excited as if returning home.
Su Jiu nodded, following behind her. Her gaze swept across the approaching gates, and she couldn’t help but marvel at the grandeur within. The palace gates were tall and wide, made of heavy wood, inlaid with golden decorations and patterns.
Her palm slid over the stone pillar to the left of the gate, and she curiously asked, “You said the biggest disagreement between your father and your aunt was about intermarriage with humans?”
During their conversation, she learned some information about Anna’s father. Although he sounded easy to talk to, Su Jiu knew that his words couldn’t be taken completely seriously. However, knowing more was likely beneficial.
“In recent years, the aging population of the Snow Demon Clan has become increasingly severe. Moreover, unlike humans, their reproductive period requires a very long time. Their population, which once numbered in the millions, has been declining annually.”
Anna responded softly and continued walking. The two soon entered the front hall area of the imperial palace. The guards, upon seeing Anna’s token, dared not obstruct them.
As soon as they entered, faint, leisurely music began to play, creating an inexplicably friendly atmosphere.
“So, the Third Princess wishes to intermarry with humans?”
Su Jiu’s gaze swept over the surprisingly humanized modern designs in the front courtyard, and she was momentarily stunned. She actually saw that kind of greenhouse irrigation drones.
There were even speakers in many places. The melodious light music wasn’t performed live but was directly played through Bluetooth speakers.
This imperial palace was quite trendy.
“How could that be! Third Aunt hates humans the most. She believes it will contaminate our bloodline. Before things fell apart, she often argued with Father.”
Anna stopped at an artificial fountain, turned, and said somewhat seriously, “Father believes that since there is no reproductive isolation, he wants the Snow Demons to integrate with humans and expand their population to achieve the goal of revitalizing the Snow Demon Clan.”
“Grand Prince… the Snow Emperor reaching such a goal will likely face immense resistance.”
Hearing Anna’s words, Su Jiu couldn’t help but feel a sense of respect for this Grand Prince. She recalled the half-snow demons in the city she had just entered, those who had intermarried with humans, who seemed to coexist well with humans.
Thinking about it, could that place be a pilot project?
However, the heroine Hannah, Bai Ming’s counterpart, was indeed quite something. Wasn’t she the one who got involved with humans?
“There are ten elders in the Snow Demon Kingdom, and they have the right to decide the succession of the throne.”
Anna continued walking, gently closing her eyes to feel the faint light music. She spread her hands slightly, turned on her tiptoes with a spin, and said softly:
“Among the ten elders, only two votes support Father, and four votes support Third Aunt. That’s why Father is contacting other races everywhere. The remaining people want to see the opinion of the new National Master. They seem to have great faith in that inexplicable theology.”
Su Jiu nodded. It was no wonder those races were eager to compete for the position of National Master. It turned out there was this factor. If true, after successfully becoming the National Master, they could even influence the legitimacy of the Grand Prince’s [throne] to some extent.
As the two passed through the garden, they ran into several tall figures. The leading figure was dressed in a white shirt and wore gold-rimmed glasses. He had a handsome appearance and resembled Anna by about seventy to eighty percent.
Behind him stood a burly man nearly three meters tall and several black-skinned Frost Ghosts. One of them was Amos, whom Su Jiu had met before.
The burly man saw Su Jiu’s appearance and seemed as if his eyes were about to pop out. He clearly remembered having blasted this girl into that spatial gale…
Amos smiled and stepped forward as he saw the two. His gaze fell on Anna, and he straightened his back slightly:
“Little Anna, the Snow Emperor also said that he believes I am the best candidate for National Master.”
Glaring at Amos, Anna tugged at Su Jiu’s clothes, then stepped forward slightly towards the figure wearing glasses and bowed respectfully, saying, “Father, a friend of my little aunt wishes to see you.”
“Your Majesty the Snow Emperor, I am here to participate in the National Master competition and also have a purpose in meeting you.”
Seeing Anna’s action, Su Jiu knew the identity of the other party. She immediately followed Anna’s lead in bowing and stated her purpose.
“Su Jiu, from the Blood Clan… I have always heard that the Blood Clan excels in knowledge. If you can compete to become the National Master, it would be a fortune for the Snow Kingdom.”
Stepping forward and gently patting Anna’s head, the Snow Emperor’s gaze swept over Su Jiu’s ears, and his eyes narrowed. He wore a gentle smile, giving the illusion of bathing in spring breeze.
“Your Majesty, does she, an Initial Stage Battle King, have a chance to compete? Didn’t you say I was the best to be National Master?”
At this moment, Amos interjected again, his demeanor quite smug. He hadn’t managed to pull Su Jiu down on the street before, but now he had enough time and the Snow Emperor’s help.
Upon hearing him slander Su Jiu, Anna’s small eyebrows immediately shot up, and the look of disgust on her face was almost overflowing. She then said coldly, “How dare you, a waste built with potions, criticize others?”
“You!”
Being called a waste by a little loli named Anna, Amos’s face instantly turned as red as a crab. He was about to retort.
“Enough!”
The atmosphere suddenly turned cold. The Snow Emperor took off his gold-rimmed glasses and handed them to Anna. His face now held a hint of iron-blooded resolve. He turned and glanced faintly at Amos:
“Young Master Amos, I want to have a talk with this young lady. Since you’ve finished reporting, you can leave now, can’t you?”
“Then I shall take my leave. Please consider that matter carefully. They are still waiting for your reply in the imperial capital.”
Amos’s originally arrogant face suddenly collapsed, a hint of displeasure in his eyes. However, he still bowed to the Snow Emperor and left with his followers.
The Snow Emperor watched Amos’s retreating back and sneered. If not for his current usefulness, he wouldn’t even look at these Frost Ghosts. He then continued to ask Su Jiu:
“Can you tell me your purpose?”
Swallowing, Su Jiu could feel the aura of the other party transform from that of a gentle, kind father figure to that of a formidable leader. Taking a deep breath, she said softly:
“I hope you and Princess Hannah do not engage in warfare.”
Hearing this, the Snow Emperor did not immediately refuse but instead looked at Su Jiu with interest and uttered two words:
“Reason.”
