Chapter 142: Is the Female Emperor of the Upper Upper Realm Also a Transmigrator?

Chapter 142: Chapter 142: Is the Female Emperor of the Upper Upper Realm Also a Transmigrator?

The central main arch was broad and towering, large enough to allow large hovercars to pass through side by side. The secondary arches on both sides were slightly narrower, presenting an overall perfect symmetrical beauty. Carved into the lintel were three large, rustic, and vigorous characters reading "White Tiger Clan." It shared a similar charm to the inscription above the gates of Qinghua Academy on Blue Star, yet it possessed an added sense of majestic dominance unique to the Beast Clan. The lines of the pillars and eaves were fluid. Though lacking in overly intricate decorations, their clean simplicity exuded an indescribable, towering solemnity. It perfectly interpreted the nobility and majesty of the White Tiger Clan as a top-tier Beast Clan.

The butler of the White Tiger Clan, much like Uncle Zhan Ci, was a silver-haired but vigorous elderly man. This old butler, who wore a single round monocle, was named Bai Qi. From the moment he picked up Gu Weilan and her group, he enthusiastically introduced the general situation of the White Tiger Clan to her. For instance, only the most exceptionally talented young Beastmen in the clan were settled within the White Tiger Clan Territory. This made it convenient for outstanding clan elders who had retired from the front lines to teach them personally. They would be taught the foundational morals of a Beastman, practical combat and fighting skills, and how to harness and operate their Spiritual Sea with minimal depletion. These were all private family teachings that the Central Beastman Academy would never impart.

Gu Weilan listened attentively, but the more she heard, the stranger she found it. Did he want to provoke her, thinking she was just an orphan without this kind of profound background? Of course, Gu Weilan only entertained this thought for a brief moment before dismissing it. The White Tiger Clan was trying to build a good relationship with her. Then that meant... were they using their family’s superior conditions to seduce her? Gu Weilan blinked. She wasn’t sure. She decided to observe a bit more.

After passing a security scan, Gu Weilan finally entered the main gate. Once inside, they got back into the hovercar. It didn’t take long before they spotted several training grounds. From a distance, several heroic-looking young men and women with white hair, dressed in black and red training uniforms, were training diligently.

"That is our Young Master and the Young Elder from a branch family, along with the Young Clan Leaders of the Golden Tiger Clan and the Azure Tiger Clan, both of which are affiliated with our White Tiger Clan," Bai Qi explained from the side.

Gu Weilan raised an eyebrow, immediately understanding the advantage of educating the younger generation collectively like this. It could increase their sense of unity and loyalty, making them understand from a young age that following the White Tiger Clan came with benefits. This was the difference between a massive Beast Clan and a rootless, minor family.

A trace of desolation flashed through Zhan Heng’s eyes. He had heard his father mention that their Qilin Beast Clan had also experienced this kind of glory in the past! Sensing the emotion in his eyes, Gu Weilan reached out and squeezed Zhan Heng’s hand. It seemed it was time to give Zhan Heng’s Qilin Clan some benefits. That way, they could better and more effectively help her protect her assets, as well as her daughters’ assets. Resting her chin in her hand, Gu Weilan silently calculated her next move.

Xie Jing looked at Zhan Heng and Gu Weilan’s intertwined hands and pursed his lips. His current role was probably just to use his Beast Rank to keep up appearances. Then he had to desperately and diligently improve his Beast Rank. Only then could he make the Female Master notice him again. He just hoped... she wouldn’t drive him away from her side.

After riding in the hovercar for over ten minutes, they finally arrived at the White Tiger Clan’s main residence. An antique, magnificent building clearly presented itself before Gu Weilan’s eyes. It sat on a flat, expansive piece of land with an orderly courtyard layout, strictly following the ancient architectural design of central-axis symmetry. It highlighted the White Tiger Clan’s unique, majestic momentum. With continuous eaves and connected ridgepoles, it was both tranquil and imposing.

The overall architecture was awe-inspiring and covered a vast area. The walls were made of massive, solid blocks of ink-black bluestone. Despite enduring the erosion of time, they still gleamed with a lustrous sheen. The roof adopted the ancient hip-and-gable style, with the corners of the eaves curving slightly upward, resembling a White Tiger spreading its wings, ready to take flight. Neatly arranged along the roof ridges were small White Tiger stone carvings. Their expressions varied—some had their heads raised in a roar, while others crouched in rest. They were lifelike, simultaneously embellishing the building’s ancient charm and showcasing the White Tiger Clan’s totem faith. The roof was covered in blue-grey glazed tiles. When sunlight poured down, the tile surfaces shimmered with a faint glow. After a rainstorm cleared, they appeared even more pristine and elegant, creating a delightful contrast with the verdant hues of the ancient trees in the courtyard.

In front of the main residence’s front door were three broad tiers of Han Baiyu stone steps, their surfaces as smooth as jade. Flanking them were two pairs of man-sized White Tiger stone statues. They were even more exquisite than the statues at the entrance of the White Tiger Clan Land; the texture of their fur was clearly visible, and their eyes were as sharp as cold stars. They crouched steadily, as if guarding the peace of the main residence. Above the stone steps were two vermilion double doors. The heavy door panels were carved with patterns of intertwining lotus branches and White Tigers carrying pearls in their mouths. The lines were smooth, the carving skills masterful. The door knockers were shaped like White Tiger heads cast in bronze, with rings gripped in the beasts’ jaws—heavy and exuding an ancient, substantial feel.

At this moment, the vermilion doors were wide open, revealing an exquisite, embroidered six-panel folding screen inside. This screen featured double-sided embroidery. Such an item, even on Blue Star before the Apocalypse, was not something just any family could own.

Bai Qi was slightly surprised because Gu Weilan’s eyes did not reveal any look of utter amazement. It was as if she had seen all these things before arriving at the White Tiger Clan Land. Even her Beast Husband from the Qilin Clan showed an expression of wonder when he looked at the six-panel folding screen just inside the door. But the female Gu Weilan merely glanced at it, showing no further reaction! One must know, this six-panel screen was unique to the White Tiger Clan in the entire interstellar world! It was an absolutely one-of-a-kind item! Was the female Gu Weilan really this calm?

Bai Qi once again elevated his internal estimation of the female Gu Weilan.

It could only be said that the peaceful country Gu Weilan used to live in had offered its people far too many good things. What kind of good things had they not seen? Even if items had been looted by other countries, they were still treasures originating from her own nation! Even if she hadn’t seen them with her own eyes, she had seen the treasures her country once possessed through news, videos, and various other channels! So, how could she possibly show the expression of someone who had never seen the world?

The entire hall was resplendent and magnificent. Cushions were placed on the solid wood sofas to increase comfort. However, the whole hall also exuded an antique charm from every corner.

Wait... wasn’t there something a bit off about this Famille Rose enamel lantern vase with the "hundred flowers blooming" motif?

Gu Weilan blinked, staring blankly at the Famille Rose enamel lantern vase sitting on the curio shelf against the wall.

Old Mrs. Bai sat in the seat of honor and raised an eyebrow slightly. "What’s the matter? Has the Weilan Female seen this Famille Rose enamel hundred-flowers lantern vase before?"

Goosebumps immediately broke out on Gu Weilan’s cheeks. Did it really have this exact name? This thing... it was in the history textbooks she had memorized! No, no, no, something was definitely wrong here, right?

"Pomegranate Seed, was the previous Female Emperor a transmigrator?"

Pomegranate Seed nodded. "No! The Female Emperor of the Upper Upper Realm was a transmigrator. Her daughter was the previous Female Emperor."

Gu Weilan pursed her lips and couldn’t help but smile. "So, how did she manage to bring antiques from Blue Star over here?" Other transmigrators had systems from the very beginning and could collect so many good things. Shouldn’t her system give her a little compensation?

"No, no, no, Host. These aren’t antiques she brought over. This is a replica from a Chinese-style villa interior decoration pack she bought from the System Mall for 988 points," Pomegranate Seed replied immediately, even though it didn’t know what Gu Weilan was planning.

Gu Weilan’s mind worked quickly. She couldn’t let Old Mrs. Bai realize that she recognized this Famille Rose enamel lantern vase. After all, a vase with a bright yellow glaze as its base color was a Qing Dynasty Qianlong Royal piece! If Old Mrs. Bai realized she recognized this item, wouldn’t she figure out that something was off about her?

Gu Weilan shook her head, baring her teeth in a smile as a trace of awkward disdain flashed in her eyes. "I’ve just never seen... such a garish vase before."