Chapter 1692 - 1006: Hungry? Drink Some Water

Hehe, indeed, there are many beauties, some playing the zither, some dancing, others reciting poetry and painting...

All beautiful women, flowing songs and dances.

Yet only one man.

This man lifted his head, and upon seeing Sui Yi, his eyes sparkled, and he laughed: "The solemn duty of the nation, the joy of the people, this is my favorite line from ’Nation’, Teacher is truly talented."

The Ice Emperor appears to be not particularly outstanding, averagely handsome, averagely elegant, averagely noble, not averagely charismatic.

A man like this would typically be among the throngs in this era filled with heroes, but he is the Ice Emperor.

Considered one of the four most powerful beings in the Dragon Ape World.

This is his greatest strength.

Sui Yi had little interest in such imperial harems and moved forward, saying: "The Ice Emperor overpraises me."

The Ice Emperor scrutinized Sui Yi’s plain yet delicate face, finding no trace of nervousness, nor any joy or shyness from the praise, just calmness.

As calm as a country bumpkin happened upon on the road.

This realization made him laugh heartily, thinking this is the true demeanor of a great person, not succumbing to power, but maintaining a steadfast spirit like bamboo.

"While waiting for Teacher, my hands itched for action, so I made a few paintings first. But now that you’re here, the paper and pen are yours, please."

The Ice Emperor is indeed easy-going, notwithstanding the three thousand beauties, he lacks any male chauvinism. He laughs and talks, and the women beside him genuinely dare to laugh too, showing due respect to Sui Yi without any ill attitude.

Sui Yi moved forward, took the pen, and directly wrote a sacrificial text.

The Ice Emperor initially invited Sui Yi to paint elegantly, thinking to discuss literature and gather inspiration first, but Sui Yi went straight to the point with a sacrificial text, indicating an attitude of someone here for an interview.

Putting down the pen, Sui Yi finished as the Ice Emperor approached. Before he could speak, the surrounding beauties exclaimed in astonishment. Though they harbored no ill-will, as the Ice Emperor’s charisma is irrefutable, blocking desires is futile, and these women were talented themselves and scorn such mischievous acts. They found reassurance seeing this average-looking female teacher. Yet, from a personal standpoint, they were curious about what made her superior.

——Nation, they’ve seen before, but there’s nothing like witnessing the real deal in person.

And now, they behold this sacrificial text.

An indescribable feeling, realizing their supposed talents seemed insufficient to leave an ink mark on this paper.

The Ice Emperor observed for a while before saying: "Teacher, if you dedicate yourself to cultivation, Starfall is within reach."

Upon hearing this, Sui Yi couldn’t help but smile; she was truly dedicating herself to cultivation...

Yet it seemed the other party hadn’t seen through her disguise—using formation applied on witchcraft and ice magic for dual concealment indeed proved effective.

"I will put more effort in the future," Sui Yi replied.

The Ice Emperor was very satisfied with the sacrificial text: "This sacrificial text is excellent, I am very pleased, and since the Ice Venerable recommended you, there will be no opposition... However, the Ice Gleam Festival’s rituals are significant, requiring many sacrificial texts, I hope Teacher can stay longer at the Ice Palace."

Naturally, Sui Yi had no objections, but felt surprised by the Ice Venerable’s recommendation...

That woman... truly elusive.

Sui Yi initially thought she should take her leave, but the Ice Emperor mentioned ’Nation’, and upon learning Sui Yi had released a second edition, he was delighted and started discussing governance principles of a nation.

Sui Yi didn’t resist such topics, and as they conversed, she felt like she returned to the days of discussing global politics with successive emperors in the Empty Court...

As for Jun Yuqing, the emperor of the first unified dynasty in the Main World, many, including Crown Prince Yan, believed she personally guided him. But in truth, they never discussed political matters when they were together. He didn’t bring it up, nor did she.

Thus, some things... inevitably are fate.

Although reminiscing, Sui Yi’s conversation with the Ice Emperor remained unaffected. As they talked, a nearby beauty reminded them, and the Ice Emperor realized it was dusk. He invited Sui Yi for dinner together, but noticing the surprised and complicated looks from the other women, Sui Yi politely declined.

Upon leaving the main hall of the Ice Palace, Sui Yi saw the round setting sun and paused. The attendant respectfully said: "Teacher, His Highness the Ice Emperor has arranged your residence, please this way."

Sui Yi checked the Shichen, figuring that since Yi was going to train with Xu Mu and the others, she wouldn’t join her for a meal."

The residence was quiet and secluded, seemingly tailored to her tastes, with the courtyard’s plants styled artistically. Sui Yi inwardly noted this Ice Emperor was indeed different from many rulers—few would consider the preferences of their subordinates, especially a mere scholar.

As Sui Yi entered the house and removed her outer robe, she sensed someone outside.

That icy aura.

This person came intentionally.

The door opened automatically, and Sui Yi turned to see the Ice Venerable leaning against a pillar, eyebrow raised, looking at her.

She seemed relaxed, even changing into a snow-white warrior robe, her slender figure standing tall, her gaze sharp, surrounded by a cold glint of ice and snow.

Clearly a ice-level beauty, amidst her coldness... scanning over her body.

Then she coolly whistled.

Sui Yi: "..."

What kind of experience is this....

"Any matter?" Sui Yi calmly ignored the other’s inharmonious flirtatious gaze.

"Checking if you might come back to sleep."

If not coming back, then where to sleep? At the Ice Emperor’s?

Did she come intentionally to watch the show.

"The Ice Venerable seems overly attentive to me," Sui Yi glanced at her, draping the coat on the nearby screen, and walked into the room.

"I think so too," the Ice Venerable’s clear voice came from outside the room.

"Curiosity"

"You make me curious... To me, curiosity is a rather strange experience, and I never restrain myself from exploring such curiosity..."

"What if others don’t let you explore?"

"Then that’s their problem. What I want to know, I will definitely find out."

Truly overbearing and rude.

And often split personality.

Sui Yi looked back at her but didn’t say anything.

The Ice Venerable did not continue the topic but stepped into the gate.

"I’m hungry."

"....."

To say such words with a cold and aloof demeanor...

Sui Yi responded coolly, "Drink water then."

Ice Venerable: "..."

She raised an eyebrow, her eyes sparkling, as some attendants appeared behind her, respectfully carrying dishes.

Sui Yi: "....."

There weren’t many dishes, and they were mostly light in taste, primarily refreshing with several fish.

Does this person like eating fish?

"You fished a lot of the fish I raised," Ice Venerable suddenly said.

"I put them back." Sui Yi admitted his fault but said no more.

"No wonder the fish later tasted particularly bad."

"....."

Sui Yi poured a cup of tea, took a sip, soothing his mind, and said, "You don’t seem like someone who would waste time on me, or someone who would waste time on me. I thought you would be straightforward in expressing your attitude."

"I want to cooperate with you, but clearly, you have not yet reached Starfall level, and when I previously asked you about the White Tower, your attitude seemed to be—you’re not willing to get involved. Given that, there is no direct need for cooperation, except for the sacrificial text at the Ice Gleam Festival."

Sacrificial text?

Sui Yi’s fingers paused.

"The sacrificial text, speaking of it seems unimportant, but it actually is very important—especially when Monkey and Bai Ze specially found a Ritual Master to recommend to the Ice Emperor."

Blazing Flame King and Bai Ze?

These two are among the five top rulers, which also means...

"The Dragon Ape faction and the Suspended Ice Palace are already clearly divided?" Sui Yi highlighted the main point.

The Ice Venerable rotated the wine cup in her hand, speaking lightly, "Bai Ze was neutral recently but suddenly sided with Monkey... And another, Xue Piao Ling, has a special and mysterious identity, quite feared by the Ice Emperor, always staying at the Ice Gleam High Wall without venturing outside, unable to join forces with me... Do you understand what I mean?"

The Ice Venerable was looking for a collaborator.

"The Ice Venerable already said, I have little power."

"It’s still lacking, and I don’t have time to play nurturing games... Since you have sacrificial abilities, then I’ll treat you as a Ritual Master... The other party’s Ritual Master is not simple, you only need to resolve her."

Sui Yi frowned, "Resolve?"

"Of course, not to kill her... On the sacrificial day, the worst situation is for you to stand alongside her and record the sacrificial text, both called Ritual Masters, don’t let her handle it alone, lest she manipulates the text... You know, inside the White Tower, there are many powerful ones from the Ape Faction, once they emerge, many schemes will need reshuffling...."

Sui Yi definitely understood.

"It sounds like I don’t need to do much, just my duty."

Just my duty.

The Ice Venerable gave Sui Yi a deep look, "You seem not very fond of cooperating with me."

Sui Yi looked back at her, "If the Ice Venerable would act a bit more normal towards me, I would stick to my principles."

This person... Treated her a bit strangely, keeping a respectful distance was the wisest.

The Ice Venerable was taken aback by the response, tilting her body, leaning back on the chair, with a half-smile, "Those brainless ones below all say you have a face like flavorless salt that no one loves. I reckon you have too many admirers, and it’s already a habitual reaction."

Ha, what does this mean?

"Many more people hate me." Sui Yi smiled lightly.

Admirers?

None, right?

No one truly pursued her.

However, those wanting revenge against her were countless.

The Ice Venerable frowned, tapping her fingers on the table, Mr. Sui had many secrets, she could never figure out her Immortal Being identity, and Xue Piao Ling was also mysterious, not someone to ask.

Directly asking wouldn’t get an answer.

Sui Yi suddenly realized the Ice Magic of this person had potentially reached a terrifying level, otherwise, it wouldn’t be formed into indiscernible human and snow phases.