the sea, can cause such harassment and aggression against Daqin. What if they get hold of Xian Chao, this piece of land bordering Daqin directly Wouldn't it be like having a wolf lying beside your bed...Chapter 1102: Conditions

Even Jian Di had braced himself for Li Chen to make a huge demand, ready for him to take a hefty bite out of his assets.

After all, just look at what happened to Gong Huiyu. This prince before us is definitely not someone to be trifled with.

At first, after catching Gong Huiyu, he thought she might have been humiliated or killed directly.

But unexpectedly, Li Chen actually trapped Gong Huiyu by his side.

This was something that was completely unimaginable, not even worth considering, before.

But what's strange is that Li Chen actually did it.

Gong Huiyu is now completely free, but she just can't stay away from Li Chen.

This kind of confinement is far more terrifying, and more effective, than shackles.

That is, with the example of Palace Banner Feather's presence, when Emperor Jian heard Li Chen say that it didn't require any cost, his vigilance increased even more.

This confrontation is a battle of wits, not of strength.

What's being tested is the minds of both parties.

Thanks to his previous probes, Li Chen had already laid down the first card.

Now, it is time for Jian Di to call cards.

The emperor didn't answer immediately.

But on the bookcase next to her, Gong Huiyu slightly frowned, as if she saw the villainous demon king in the plot of the storybook in her hand about to reveal a ferocious smile of impending victory.

Under such hesitation, Emperor Jian didn't call the cards. Instead, he asked: "Is there such a good thing in the world"

"It wouldn't have happened to you, and you wouldn't believe it. But since it's happened to you, there's no way you can deny it."

Li Chen seemed to have anticipated Emperor Jian's reaction. He said calmly, "The title of Grand Protector is merely a nominal position with no real authority. I believe you don't need such practical power, but the benefits it brings are intangible, yet truly exist."

“This palace only acknowledges you as the national master of protection, in the capacity of Jian Di's heart, not as the leader of the White Lotus sect. In other words, the White Lotus sect is still an illegal organization, and the court will still officially take action against you on the surface.”

Li Chen's words caused Jian Di to sneer, "If that's the case, why should I serve as the national master"

If it were him, he wouldn't care at all about the title of "National Teacher".

This is also why it was said before that the attractiveness of this title holds no allure for the reclusive, world-shunning immortals hidden away in remote lands.

Its true appeal lies in the masters who come from a background of sects or religions.

So when he finished listening to Li Chen's conditions, Emperor Jian felt that Li Chen was probably crazy.

"Because you can continue to develop your White Lotus."

Li Chen leaned forward slightly.

His throne, raised on steps above the ground, gave him a commanding position. His posture, with his head bowed slightly, allowed him to look down at Emperor Jian's heart with an unnerving intensity.

"Where the imperial court's control does not reach, there lies the paradise of the White Lotus Sect."

Li Chen's words made Jian Di furrow his brow deeply.

He thought there was something wrong with the sentence, but for a while, he couldn't find the flaw.

"Out of the vast lands of Qin, seven parts belonged to the imperial court, while three parts, the most fertile and prosperous, remained in the hands of the vassal kings."

Li Chen's voice was full of temptation as he said, "Doing something to overthrow the imperial court under their very noses The White Lotus Sect has hundreds of years of failed experience telling you this is a foolish path that leads nowhere. Now, this palace offers you a path to success, it's up to you whether you take it or not."

"The territory of the vassal kings, the White Lotus sect went to develop followers, the imperial court not only would not crack down, but would also acquiesce. You need to deal with just the vassal kings, not the imperial court."re it. How could I allow Miss Su to incur such expense I shall offer two thousand taels of silver."Having finished speaking, Wenwang’s heir immediately glanced at Li Chen.He seemed to want to use this...