Otherworld Advance Team-Chapter 1757 - 1750: Heart-to-Heart

"Even so, I still find it difficult to understand the Young Mansion’s intentions." Cheng Ziang remained cautious.

"I simply want to converse with the saints," Yichuan Fei said with a smile, "Since the Manor Lord has traveled through Kyushu, you should be aware of its current state. All of you are outsiders, unaffected by the toxic remnants of Kyushu. Now, Kyushu stands divided between the Wen Family and the Wu Family, and enemies of the Wu Family, whether outsiders or not, are potential allies of the Wen Family."

"Does the Young Mansion seek to win over the saints?" Cheng Ziang probed.

"You need not be so cautious," Yichuan Fei replied, "The Wen Family is entrenched in political affairs, forming alliances with various powers around them. I don’t consider the term ’win over’ to be derogatory. If the saints can be won over, it would certainly be beneficial for me."

"We have no intention of interfering in other countries’ affairs." Cheng Ziang said solemnly.

"But, you all participated in the war outside West Outer Heaven," Yichuan Fei said, "If you had initially intended to remain neutral, you likely wouldn’t have emphasized this point so much."

Faced with Yichuan Fei’s words, Cheng Ziang found himself speechless, as most of what he said was undeniable fact.

The Advance Team indeed declared they wouldn’t interfere in other countries’ affairs, yet they joined the war outside West Outer Heaven, and reformed the internal politics of the Demon Clan, a truth they could never fully clarify.

After a moment of silence, Cheng Ziang decided to let Luo’er take charge. Although he had always led the reception affairs of the Advance Team, those familiar with its internal workings knew that Luo’er was the true expert in communication.

After all, during the West Outer Heaven period, Luo’er served as the chief of the propaganda department under Abisien, possessing rich experience in rhetoric and publicity, making him the perfect choice to engage with Yichuan Fei.

Thinking of this, Cheng Ziang finally breathed a sigh of relief, nodded, and said, "If the Young Mansion insists on meeting the saints, that is naturally no problem. After all, we owe Young Mansion a favor, which we have yet to repay."

"You all needn’t worry, being able to host you is my honor, please do not take it to heart. I simply hope to meet the saints once more, but if you refuse, I would naturally understand." Yichuan Fei reassured softly.

After temporarily dispersing, Cheng Ziang and the others hurried back to their residence, found Luo’er, and explained today’s matters broadly, emphasizing Yichuan Fei’s invitation.

Regarding Cheng Ziang’s concerns, Luo’er appeared very composed and was extremely interested in meeting with Yichuan Fei. After all, the other party was the son of the actual power holder of the Dongsheng Empire, Luo’er hoped to learn from him about the true situation of the Dongsheng Empire.

However, Cheng Ziang’s concerns seemed different from Luo’er’s. Cheng Ziang wasn’t worried that Luo’er would be tricked by Yichuan Fei, but rather worried about whether he could engage in a normal conversation with Yichuan Fei.

It’s worth noting that apart from Cheng Ziang, most members of the Advance Team learned the Kyushu language through intensive study, barely capable of casual conversation, but when faced with debating with Yichuan Fei, their skills appeared insufficient.

In terms of learning ability ranking, the top two in the Advance Team were Baiyue and Tangmo, while Luo’er, being the Captain, was actually not highly ranked, which naturally caused Cheng Ziang’s concern.

However, Luo’er seemed unfazed and even rejected Cheng Ziang’s proposal to accompany him. He wished to chat face-to-face with Yichuan Fei without outside interference.

But to be cautious, Luo’er made some preparations.

He appointed Fulajie’er as the medium of communication, responsible for relaying issues between him and the Advance Team. If he encountered situations he couldn’t handle, Fulajie’er would convey the problem and bring back solutions from the Advance Team.

With preparations complete, Luo’er, guided by Tangmo and the servants, arrived at the Great Hall of Liangyu Mansion, a spacious place akin to a temple housing statues.

Yichuan Fei had already prepared a banquet there, early awaiting Luo’er’s arrival.

Despite seeing Luo’er again causing inevitable distraction within him, he eventually composed himself, warmly invited Luo’er to sit, and both parties dismissed their servants, leaving only Luo’er and Yichuan Fei in the hall.

The hall was brightly lit, the table laden with sumptuous dishes. Sitting across from each other, Luo’er and Yichuan Fei exchanged nods, thus marked the beginning.

Luo’er rolled up his sleeves, removed his crown, revealing his black hair. Yichuan Fei squinted at him, eventually couldn’t help but express, "It’s my first time seeing such a person among the saints, entirely distinct from others."

"The Young Mansion overpraises me. Even in my own country, I have become accustomed to such looks of astonishment." Luo’er replied calmly.

"It seems the Manor Lord is not as mysterious as legend suggests, rather displaying a straightforward air." Yichuan Fei smiled.

"Since the Young Mansion already knows of our affairs, it would be unwise for me to keep up pretenses, wouldn’t it?" Luo’er also smiled.

"So, has the Manor Lord always presented a facade?" Yichuan Fei inquired.

"Of course, as it helps avoid many troubles. This aura of mystery discourages many from approaching." Luo’er said.

"A clever tactic!" Yichuan Fei praised, raising his thumb.

"Since the Young Mansion knows our origins and intentions, let’s not beat around the bush, we should speak plainly, after all, you dismissed your servants, clearly to converse properly with me, didn’t you?" Luo’er remarked.

"The Manor Lord’s straightforwardness leaves me somewhat at a loss." Yichuan Fei smiled gently.

It turns out Luo’er’s mastery of the Kyushu language was quite decent. Though his learning ability wasn’t as high as Baiyue or Tangmo, he could learn from them.

Someone like Luo’er, who loves to learn, can indeed reach many seemingly miraculous goals through sheer diligence, even if less naturally talented.

"The Wu Family favors us, I know it’s because of our Nascent Soul Realm powerhouses. But I’m curious, why does the Wen Family eagerly seek contact with us? Or is it similar to the Wu Family, coveting our Nascent Soul Realm powerhouses?" Luo’er asked directly.

"The Manor Lord should be aware of Kyushu’s current plight, right?" Yichuan Fei asked as he crossed his hands, unhurriedly.

"I am aware," Luo’er nodded, "The Wu Family opposes the Wen Family’s Imperial Court because they believe the Wen Family harms their interests."

"Does the Manor Lord think the Wu Family’s actions are right or wrong?"

"In my opinion, discussing right or wrong without considering the position is problematic." Luo’er did not fall into the trap.

"Then, from what standpoint does the Manor Lord stand?"

"What standpoint? I stand from the standpoint of the vast majority of ordinary people," Luo’er firmly answered, "I am here for the future of all lives outside West Heaven. As for Kyushu, whoever can bring welfare to Kyushu’s people, I deem them right."

"If both the Wen and Wu Families are merely engaged in power struggles, ignoring the suffering of the grassroots, then even if they fight wildly, I merely see it as dogs biting dogs, not worth a glance."

Although Luo’er’s words might not be too pleasant, Yichuan Fei didn’t get mad; instead, he smiled lightly, clapping his hands, and said, "I didn’t expect a saint to be such a person of character, it seems I never truly understood the Manor Lord."

Taking a deep breath, he continued, "If the saints wish to see the Emperor, I could indeed assist. Though my abilities may be modest, in the court, I have some influence, but..."

"I understand," Luo’er looked at him and said, "The Young Mansion is the nephew of the current Emperor Wu, also the Emperor’s close retainer; as long as the Young Mansion assists, meeting the Emperor would naturally be easy."

"It seems the saints know more than I thought." Yichuan Fei squinted, his expression inscrutable.

"Just knowing oneself and knowing the other. This is true both in war and in struggle." Luo’er remarked.

"The saints probably dislike the Heavenly Dynasty under the Wu Family’s rule, don’t you?" Yichuan Fei asked.

"Indeed, I dislike it," Luo’er said bluntly, "Under the Wu Family’s governance, the cultivation trend prevails, causing everyone to cultivate, striving to become cultivators, leading to neglect in governance, and the people’s suffering is unaddressed. Warriors resist governance, leading to rampant private soldiers, Kyushu boisterously divided, pests and insects everywhere, even great families suffer, and how fortunate are the common people?"

"Well said!" Yichuan Fei applauded.

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