Chapter 452: 453 Who Said It

Chapter 452: Chapter 453 Who Said It

Lin Qian looked at Yue Liqun, who was kneeling in front of him and begging, and remained silent without speaking for a long while.

“After all, my word is the law, and since I said I wouldn’t give you the potion to refine, would it become jest if I suddenly went back on my word?” Lin Qian finally spoke coldly after a moment.

As Lin Qian gradually recognized his own identity, his way of handling matters also began to change.

The Human Clan of the Ancient Forest World had just acknowledged him as their ruler and become a part of the Huaxia Empire; therefore, it was necessary to establish the deserved majesty.

Could he simply overturn what he himself had declared, and still be called the Emperor?

After hearing Lin Qian’s words, Yue Liqun’s face looked ashen, still he kowtowed three times to Lin Qian: “I still must admit my wrongs to Your Majesty, I was short-sighted and ignorant before.”

Yue Liqun did not continue to beg Lin Qian, which was somewhat unexpected to Lin Qian; seeing the despairing look in the other’s eyes, he knew that Yue Liqun had given up on pleading.

He had realized that Lin Qian wouldn’t grant his request and that to continue to pester would only displease him.

“Your Majesty, I am aware of my faults and earnestly beg you not to abandon the Human Clan of the northern gathering area because of my ignorance,” Yue Liqun quickly continued, kowtowing three more times and pleading again.

However this time, his plea was not for himself, but for the Human Clan of the northern gathering area.

Although most of the time, the Human Clan of the northern gathering area was managed by Yue Liqun’s adopted son, ultimately, Yue Liqun was the leader of that Human Clan and had to consider their well-being.

“It seems that the Human Clan of the northern gathering area becoming a part of the Huaxia Empire is inevitable. Since they are subjects of the empire, naturally, they will not be mistreated. You don’t need to worry about that,” Lin Qian said, looking interestedly at Yue Liqun, “I am very curious, should I now call you Yue Liqun or Yang Junyue?”

“Your Majesty, Yang Junyue has long perished, now there is only a foolish man, powerless and thinking of revenge.” Yue Liqun bowed his head and murmured, his voice sorrowful, obviously reminded of his wife from another ethnicity.

Lin Qian silently nodded, watching Yue Liqun for a long time before suddenly speaking, “Considering you still think of your fellow Human Clan and your sincere attitude, if I don’t give you a chance, it would indeed be too inconsiderate.”

Upon hearing Lin Qian’s words, a hopeful expression suddenly surged in Yue Liqun’s eyes, and he looked up at Lin Qian excitedly, “Your Majesty, really?”

Next to him, Xu Mengqing and Fu Deqing also showed delighted expressions, clearly realizing that Yue Liqun had a new hope.

“As for the refining potion, since I said that you cannot use it, you cannot consume it.” At this point, Lin Qian paused, then suddenly his hand held a strange crystal that no one present had ever seen.

The crystal was pristine and flawlessly clear with a pale yellow tint, with fine, obscure runes just barely visible within it.

The entire crystal was shaped in an octagon, only as big as a palm, and no Soul Power fluctuations were detectable on it, yet it had an indescribable essence that was elusive to discern.

“What will happen after using this, even I do not know, whether it can resolve your problem is also uncertain.” Lin Qian said, shaking the item in his hand toward Yue Liqun, “What do you say, dare to gamble?”

“Thank you, Your Majesty, for giving me this opportunity. Without it, perhaps I would be no different from a walking corpse. Rather than that, I would prefer to take a gamble!” Yue Liqun, resolute, expressed his gratitude to Lin Qian.

Yue Liqun’s words made Lin Qian nod silently and toss the object in his hand towards him, “Keep it first, and stay behind alone after the council’s conclusion.”

“Yes, Your Majesty!” Yue Liqun nodded excitedly and then approached Xu Mengqing at Lin Qian’s signal.

With this, in the Human Clan of the Ancient Forest World, four clan elders, leaders of the Four Clan Regions, and ten leaders of the major gathering places had all arrived.

“Yue Liqun’s past ordeal clearly indicates two things,” Lin Qian said after everyone nodded in agreement, “First, something has changed with the Black Corner Emperor, turning him ruthless and unscrupulous. Second, not all members of the Black Corner Clan are brutal.”

At that moment, Yue Liqun suddenly raised his hand.

This was a rule that Lin Qian had emphasized earlier, to raise hands before speaking.

“Yue Liqun, is there something you need to clarify?” Lin Qian looked at Yue Liqun, indicating that he could now share what he wanted to say.

“Thank you, Your Majesty!” Yue Liqun bowed and turned to face the crowd, evidently feeling much clearer-headed since Lin Qian had given him hope.

“In fact, under the leadership of old acquaintances from my father-in-law’s Three King Manor, a significant portion of clansmen has already secretly gathered in the Black Corner Country, calling themselves the Rebel Palace!”

“The Rebel Palace consists of those from the Black Corner Clan who oppose the current Black Corner Emperor and aim to overthrow his rule, thus ending this chaotic, blood-soaked era in the Ancient Forest World.”

Upon saying this, Yue Liqun looked towards the astonished crowd, “In truth, the Black Corner Country’s defeat during the invasion of the Four Clan Regions eight years ago was aided secretly by the Rebel Palace. Otherwise, that battle would not have been won so easily.”

As Yue Liqun spoke, the crowd finally understood why the enemy had collapsed so quickly during the defense eight years ago.

“It seems you’ve been in contact with this Rebel Palace all along?” Seeing Yue Liqun saying this, Lin Qian became intrigued and curiously inquired.

Yue Liqun nodded, “Exactly, Your Majesty, I hid it previously to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings. Now, I believe it’s time to reveal the truth.”

Everyone around nodded, as Lin Qian’s presence allowed them to calmly listen to Yue Liqun’s explanation and made it easier to accept this revelation.

“Then, notify the Rebel Palace when the time comes for me to take action against the Black Corner Country, try not to interfere and create disorder.” Following that, Lin Qian looked at those present, “The same goes for you all, focus on managing the Human Clan’s use of the refining Potion and ensure that everyone uses the detection rune to monitor, understood?”

“Your Majesty, this…”

Lin Qian’s statement surprised everyone. Knowing that he intended to act against the Black Corner Country, they had thought that assistance from the Ancient Forest World Human Clan and even the power of the other three clans might be needed.

However, Lin Qian unexpectedly told them not to intervene, which was beyond everyone’s expectations.

“From the looks of it, you seem quite puzzled?” Seeing the crowd’s expressions, Lin Qian smiled, “Even if you have regained your strength, interfering would only cause chaos; better to focus on curing the poison from the Spirit Transformation Fruit in the Human Clan.”

“Your Majesty, even though your power is unparalleled, you are still just one person; how can you possibly confront the entire Black Corner Country?” Wang Qiongxing hurriedly advised.

Feeling the formidable power of his Awakening Realm, which also enhanced his strong physique, Lin Qian smiled, “Who said I am alone?”