C5 The National Sacrifice

Chiang Lih kept an eye on Tao Yaoyao's condition while trying to think of a way. If he really couldn't do it, he could only send her to Rong Wei Peak.

"Chiang Lih, who was the old vine you mentioned before?"

Tao Yaoyao's voice started to drift. Chiang Lih's mind was stopped by her sudden change in question. Chiang Lih naturally did not know that Tao Yaoyao only wanted to hear him speak to alleviate the pain and randomly brought up a topic.

"This old vine is a tree demon that has cultivated for three thousand years, but because it was born in Qing Qiu, it used the spiritual Qi of heaven and earth as nutrients to absorb the Qing Qiu immortal Qi. For a long time, the demonic Qi on its body has weakened. Those two little demons used its spiritual energy to sneak into Qing Qiu."

Of course, Chiang Lih did not completely explain the origin of the old vine tree. Because, speaking of which, this old vine was related to Fifth Princess of Qingqiu.

He had heard his master mention it by chance. Three thousand years ago. When Fifth Princess of Qingqiu was born, the spirit energy of Qing Qiu was more than ten times stronger than before. Some of the older spirit items that had absorbed the essence of heaven and earth had developed intelligence. If it wasn't for the Qing Qiu not killing them all, they wouldn't be able to cultivate to this point. However, after that, the spiritual energy dispersed. Some creatures that had developed intelligence were unable to survive and died.

This old vine was one of the old tree spirits that survived back then.

"Oh, so it's like... Before she finished speaking, Tao Yaoyao's soft body could not hold on and fell down.

"Princess!"

Chiang Lih, who had been paying attention to Tao Yaoyao, subconsciously stood up and cast a spell at the same time. With a wave of his right hand, he pulled the little fox into his arms. He, who usually did not have any emotional fluctuations, had a feeling of fear at that moment.

"Princess, how are you?" Chiang Lih hugged Tao Yaoyao with both hands and tried his best to make her feel comfortable.

The warm embrace was as comfortable as before. The woody fragrance that surrounded her body filled her nose, making her anxious and anxious heart calm down. It seemed that even the burning sensation that was still aggravating had become less uncomfortable.

"Princess, princess, how do you feel?" The Little Fox in his arms was lying motionlessly. His eyelids seemed to open and close. Chiang Lih suddenly felt that the feeling of fear that he had just felt could not be dispelled, "Yaoyao, Tao Yaoyao, don't sleep for now. I will take you to Rongwei Peak."

"Yaoyao!"

At this time, a worried voice broke through the air and came over. Immediately, a grey figure landed.

Although his clothes were in a mess, Chiang Lih still recognized him. He had seen the fourth young master of Qing Qiu and Tao Fenglin from Rong Wei peak.

Chiang Lih looked at the Little White Fox that was slightly open in his arms, and his heart relaxed for some reason.

"What did you do to Yaoyao?! Quickly let go of her!" Tao Fenglin walked up to Chiang Lih. Anger, worry, fear, self-blame and other emotions welled up in his heart. He wanted to attack.

"Fourth Brother, it was Chiang Lih who saved me." Tao Yaoyao squeezed out a few words with difficulty and said urgently, "Fourth Brother, Linbao, stop... Cough..."

"Yaoyao! Are you all right? Tao Fenglin's hand stopped in front of Chiang Lih when he heard Tao Yaoyao's words. He withdrew his hand in embarrassment but became anxious when he heard Tao Yaoyao cough.

"I'm fine." Tao Yaoyao closed her eyes and relaxed the burning pain that almost suffocated her. "I was just speaking too urgently just now."

"Fourth Young Master Tao, the princess is not in good condition. You should take her back quickly." Chiang Lih handed Tao Yaoyao to Tao Fenglin as he spoke.

Tao Fenglin felt a little more at ease after receiving Tao Yaoyao. His tone was no longer as aggressive as before. "Yes, I'm really sorry just now. Thank you for saving Yaoyao. I'll pay you a visit another day to thank you. I'll take my leave now."

Chiang Lih felt his hands lighten. He could not bear to part with the hug just now. He looked at the red fox fur in his hands. He pursed his lips with a smile. Tao Yaoyao's soft voice seemed to be still ringing in his ears. "Chiang Lih, remember to come and find me when you come back. I will not go anywhere. I will stay in Qing Qiu."

Perhaps, some people, some things, and some fate. With just a glance, they would be doomed.

It has only been ten months, but a heavy snow has already started to fall. It wrapped the entire Northern Kingdom of Chang Han tightly. The Northern Kingdom of Chang Han had a total of Xue Country, Bai Country, Black Tooth Country, and Ten Sun Country. Among them, Xue Country was the most prosperous. 100 miles southwest of Jiangcheng, Surrounded by winding mountains. Among the mountains, seven mountain peaks were like pillars that towered into the sky. They sank deep into the clouds.

This mountain range had existed for countless years, and the seven peaks had left countless legends of immortals and monsters in the mortal world. Perhaps what people truly understood was its name, Qing Qiu.

10th month, 10th day, the Xue Nation Ritual. It was also the most important festival in Xue Nation. On the eight long streets of Jiang City, there was a hubbub everywhere. All kinds of luxurious cars and mounts were dazzling to the eyes. On both sides of the street, there were many different kinds of snacks and toys on both sides of the street. Tourists from all over the world could be seen everywhere. All the employees of the restaurants and shops were shouting at the top of their lungs. No one was willing to let go of this once-in-a-year opportunity to make a fortune. All sorts of festive and discount flags were fluttering in the air with the occasional snowfall.

However, the most eye-catching thing on the bustling streets was still the pink and gorgeous peach blossoms that were planted everywhere. The huge flower petals were jumping up and down like flames, beautiful beyond compare.

Snow and peach blossoms, the most fantastical scene in Jiang City, attracted tourists from all over the world to come over from thousands of miles away to view, especially those who liked flowers, flowers, and snow.

One of the customs of Xue Country's national sacrifice ceremony was to plant peach branches that symbolized beauty and hope on the door. Every household, regardless of whether they were royalty or civilians, would have a peach blossom branch on this day, stuck in the door, and pray to the heavens.

The custom had lasted until now. The peach blossom branch was not only stuck on the door. On this day, all sorts of places could see this kind of peach blossom that belonged solely to Xue Country. And the source of the peach blossom blooming was precisely the Qing Qiu Mountain Range.

An extremely loud horse cry suddenly rang out, and everyone stopped one after another.

At this moment, two teams of silver-armored soldiers holding pikes appeared. With great skill, he made an open road in the street. Another two neighing of horses sounded in the air, shaking the snow off the branches and roofs of the peach trees. The huge team of horses slowly walked over. The horses' hooves made a creaking sound as they stepped on the thick snow. The surrounding crowd suddenly started to boil. It was the Crown Prince, the royal horse troop of Baishan!

The Crown Prince of Xue Nation, Chiang Lih, was the youngest marshal on the continent, and also the greatest politician in Xue Nation. He used a short ten years to turn the Xue Nation into the richest country in the four northern nations, and also made Jiang City one of the most prosperous cities in the Chang Han continent. His great achievements and his kindness to the people had made this young prince very popular.