The Empress's No.1 Lackey-Chapter 1243 - 662: The Shocked Lady Island Master (Part 2)

Chapter 1243: Chapter 662: The Shocked Lady Island Master (Part 2)

"Ji Yue is originally a resident of Red Coral Island, so returning home now is a blessing rather than a disturbance." The beautiful woman forced a smile, not mentioning a word about Qiingmu’s death or the past events concerning Ji Yue. She carefully examined the group’s attire before cautiously asking, "We, the uninformed outsiders, are curious about how to address this gentleman?"

Zhao Douan didn’t plan to hide anything. He smiled and said, "Junior Guardian of Yu Country, Chaos Suppression Grand Commander Zhao Douan."

Once these words were spoken.

Not only did the woman island master change her expression, but even many islanders like Shui Bei were visibly shocked!

Zhao Douan!

They had heard this name before!

Though Eastern Sea Thousand Islands are outside Yu Country, they still engage in trade with the mainland. How could they not have heard of the Eight Princes’ Rebellion over the past two years and Zhao Douan’s rise?

Indeed, due to the proximity to the "Marine Road," they had even recently learned of Zhao Douan’s slaying of Prince Jing and the Empress’s defeat of Wu Xiankui.

In the hearts of the island residents, the name "Zhao Douan" might not be described as thunderous, but it’s close.

"Are you... are you that Lord Zhao?!" Shui Bei was also stunned. She hadn’t known the young gentleman’s identity while on the ship, but now she realized.

Regaining her senses, she realized: Indeed! Only someone of such stature could have such exceptional companions, right? Ji Yue had somehow climbed up close to such a powerful figure and served under him? Shui Bei suddenly felt a surge of envy.

Then, an even bigger question welled up:

Why would such a renowned figure suddenly come to the Thousand Islands?

"Humble Daoist greets Lord Zhao! Your presence on Red Coral Island is a blessing to us all. Please come ashore for a rest urgently." The Red Coral Island Master felt a wave of excitement and quickly bowed down.

Not an ounce of pride as an island master.

The other islanders also bowed in a swarm—rumors claimed that "Yama Zhao" was vengeful and ruthless. Now he brought Ji Yue back, they felt only fear, worrying that if they weren’t humble enough, Zhao Yan would slaughter them effortlessly.

"Haha, is everyone this polite?" Zhao Douan was intrigued by the scene and curiously turned to Ji Yue: "Do they treat guests so warmly here?"

Ji Yue remained silent, with a slight social awkwardness looking a bit bewildered.

Fortunately, Zhao Douan chuckled lightly, waved a big hand, and led several people ashore.

Amongst the crowd, they arrived at the most luxurious house in the island’s center.

...

Inside the house.

The huge table was filled with local delicacies delivered by many young girls, mostly sea fish, clams, lobsters, and other marine products.

Rare "fruits" were also presented, considered extremely precious locally.

The Red Coral Island Master dismissed others and kept only Shui Bei inside to entertain the guests.

The beautiful woman knelt on the mat, personally holding up a wine pot to pour wine for Zhao Douan and his companions: "The Thousand Islands are poor, and time is tight, so there has been no time to prepare a hearty feast for the guests. Please try some local specialties for now. I have ordered preparations for an evening banquet."

Zhao Douan, Zhang Yan Yi, Tuoba Weizhi, Jin Jian, and Ji Yue sat on the ground similarly.

The first two appeared natural, the priest appeared like a cold assassin, Ji Yue took in the surroundings both familiar and strange, falling into memories. Jin Jian’s gaze fixated on the table’s silverware with a strong impulse to bite it...

"There’s no need for such courtesy, Island Master. I’ve come primarily to bring Ji Yue home for a visit and handle a few individuals unaware of the circumstances. Secondly, I have a mission, so I will not stay long," Zhao Douan said lightly.

The beautiful woman was surprised, set down the silver wine pot, adjusting her kneeling posture, revealing a fair nape from the loose inland-style robe collar.

She hesitated, "The task you mentioned is..."

Zhao Douan asked, "First, answer my questions."

The beautiful woman could only nod, "Please go ahead, Lord."

"First question, do you know why the Sea God is angry?" he asked.

The Red Coral Island Master hesitantly shook her head: "Unclear. However, in history, premature ocean anger isn’t new, possibly just coincidental."

Zhao Douan replied, "I heard people suspect it’s related to a witch?"

The beautiful woman shook her head: "This speculation exists, but only circulates among islanders. Island masters don’t believe it. That witch, although disgusting, is merely an external force and her cultivation isn’t particularly strong, just elusive and mysterious timing. Divine unrest may be unrelated."

Zhao Douan felt somewhat disappointed, evidently unsolved by local cultivators.

Seeing Zhao Douan frown, the beautiful woman felt a pang of apprehension and quickly explained, "However, if speaking of speculation, it isn’t without any."

"Oh? Go on."

"There are two things. Firstly, when the Sea God started acting up—recently, I explored Silent Sea and sensed something amiss near Dragon Remains, with large schools of fish crashing into it, though it lasted briefly—I was lucky to witness it."

The beautiful woman said earnestly, "Secondly, after a few days, there were rumors from the mainland. It said..."

She paused, cautiously looking at Zhao Douan.

Zhao Douan urged, "What did it say? Speak without holding back!"

"Um," the woman said, "calculating carefully, the day the Sea God grew restless is close to the day Lord slew Prince Jing, roughly within a day."

Zhao Douan was startled!

The Marine Road battle coincides with the Sea God’s rage?

Could it be the clash between Zhenbao and Wu Xiankui? No... They fought during the Sealing Ceremony before, it’s not the first.

What else happened?

Could it be related to summoning the Grand Ancestor Emperor’s apparition... Zhao Douan’s expression became uncertain.

Considering the "key" was placed by Xu in the Eastern Sea Thousand Islands, it might indeed have some connection.

"Lord?" The woman called cautiously.

Zhao Douan recovered, smiled at her, and said, "Excellent. This information is valuable."

The beautiful woman silently breathed a sigh of relief and then boldly asked, "Is the Lord here concerning the Sea God? What can we do to help?"

Zhao Douan smiled and said, "I plan to enter Silent Sea, the Divine dwelling, and explore the East Sea Eye."

The beautiful woman was shocked and urged, "That’s impossible!"

She said bitterly, "The Lord hasn’t been to the Thousand Islands, may not be familiar here. It’s Anger Moon, the Sea God is furious, Silent Sea is most dangerous now. Even we who practice ’Sea God’ dare not approach, staying at Silent Sea’s edge, never daring to venture further, lest we provoke the Sea God... Divine power isn’t resistable by mere mortals!"

Zhao Douan was unmoved, playing with a cup on the table: "What if I insist on entering now?"

The beautiful woman, face crestfallen, cautiously glanced at Tuoba Weizhi: "Attempting to force entry, even Half-step Celestial faces dire risk. Unless, you enlist Yu Country’s Emperor’s protection, perhaps ensuring safety."

Zhao Douan shook his head and smiled: "His Majesty is busy with state affairs, cannot come. However..."

He turned, glanced at Zhang Yan Yi who appeared indifferent, and smiled: "If accompanied by the Heavenly Master Mansion’s current Heavenly Master, small outer gods shouldn’t pose a problem."

Zhang Yan Yi inwardly cursed, realizing the boy’s sly intent to overwhelm him.

Current... Heavenly... Master?! The beautiful woman was stunned, her wide-eyed gaze fixated on the unimpressive elder priest she assumed to be an Elder Level; unexpectedly he was the rumored Heavenly Master Zhang?

Immediately, she realized the revered divine-like Heavenly Master Zhang willingly served as Zhao’s "escort"...

The woman filled with dizziness no longer felt afraid, looking at Zhao Douan with eyes bursting with radiant admiration.

Current... Heavenly... Master?! The beautiful woman was stunned, her wide-eyed gaze fixated on the unimpressive elder priest she assumed to be an Elder Level; unexpectedly he was the rumored Heavenly Master Zhang?

Immediately, she realized the revered divine-like Heavenly Master Zhang willingly served as Zhao’s "escort"...

The woman filled with dizziness no longer felt afraid, looking at Zhao Douan with eyes bursting with radiant admiration.

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