35: Chapter 35 Cliff Inn 35: Chapter 35 Cliff Inn Qin Jun’s first order of business upon returning to the capital was not to directly enter the palace, but to find an inn!
Although he was confident that Xiahou En’s head could dispel his adoptive father’s anger, he needed to choose the right moment, a time when he could restore his princely status in front of all the citizens!
And that time would be the upcoming visit from the special envoy of the Canglan Kingdom.
The Canglan Kingdom was located next to the Qianyue Kingdom, and while they were ostensibly allies on the surface, they were actually engaged in both overt competition and covert struggles.
Every five years, the two nations sent envoys to each other for exchange, and five years ago, it had been Qianyue Kingdom’s turn to send people to the Canglan Kingdom.
According to Qin Jun’s memories, that visit had resulted in a significant loss for the Qianyue Kingdom, something officials dared not speak of.
The so-called exchange between kingdoms started with a contest between masters.
They adopted a best-of-three duel system, and only after the duels were over would they discuss state affairs.
The role of these masters’ contests was deterrence.
The losing side would easily fall into a passive position during the discussions!
Because those sent to duel were the strongest warriors of their countries, representing the pinnacle of their military might!
Each duel was held openly in front of the peoples of the respective capital cities, where losing face was a dire consequence for the defeated side.
Qin Jun planned to step in during the event, letting Daji fight on behalf of the nation to win glory.
By then, his adoptive father would surely change his opinion of him, and Qin Yu, despite his desire to make things difficult, would have no means to interfere.
At the same time, Qin Jun intended to use Daji’s prowess to intimidate the court and the country, making it clear that he, Qin Jun, had returned with authority!
“Let’s stay at this inn; even though it’s not the best in the capital, it’s teeming with all sorts.
The Fifth Prince will have to think twice before trying to catch us.”
Yan Mobei pointed to a large inn ahead and suggested.
Qin Jun followed his gaze and saw that the inn was called Cliff Inn; he also had some information about it from his memories.
It was said that Cliff Inn had a profound background, supported by a colossal entity.
Ordinary citizens generally did not stay at Cliff Inn because most of the guests there were cultivators.
Besides, the cost of staying at Cliff Inn was significantly higher than other inns, deterring common folk.
Qin Jun had no objections.
After all, it wasn’t his money being spent.
The group went straight into Cliff Inn, immediately attracting the attention of most guests in the lobby—the sight of ten children was simply too noticeable.
No one whispered, but they looked at Qin Jun and the others with odd glances.
Soon, their focus shifted to Daji.
Daji’s beauty that could potentially disrupt a nation made the male cultivators’ eyes stick on her, unable to look away.
Yan Mobei approached the counter and took out some silver.
Although the Yan Family had been raided, he had a considerable amount of money hidden on him.
The gold and jewelry he wore alone could be sold for a lot of money.
“Miss, may I inquire about your elegant name?
A seemingly respectable young cultivator walked up and smiled at Daji, but before he could finish his sentence, he was sent flying by a slap from Qin Jun.
How dare you hit on my woman!
Qin Jun shook his slightly numb right hand, thinking that the other party was an energy refining realm eighth-layer cultivator, but in front of him, such strength was not enough to pose a threat.
A chorus of sharp intakes of breath erupted.
The onlooking guests were shocked as they gazed at Qin Jun, not expecting the seemingly delicate youth to be so formidable.
The gazes fixed on Daji quickly shifted.
A youth who could effortlessly knock away an energy refining realm eighth-layer practitioner must have no ordinary status, and they did not want to offend.
Beautiful as Daji was, she was not someone they could lay hands on.
The innkeeper had also witnessed the scene and hurriedly gave a sign to the miscellany in the corner who seemed about to make a move on Qin Jun.
The errand boys of Cliff Inn might look ordinary, but they were all highly skilled in energy refining, which was a key reason for the inn’s safety.
Being able to send an energy refining realm eighth-layer master flying with ease suggested that Qin Jun was very likely at the Foundation Establishment realm, and his youth indicated that he was someone important.
Hence, the innkeeper offered Yan Mobei a discount to show goodwill.
In this manner, the group walked up the stairs toward the third floor to rest for a bit.
“Who in the world was that young master just now?”
“No idea, but he seems vaguely familiar.”
“Forget it, we’ve got one more guest in Cliff Inn we can’t afford to provoke.”
“Tsk, his maid is so beautiful; it’s my first time seeing a woman so lovely.”
But, alas, we can only look.”
After Qin Jun and the others disappeared around the bend on the third floor, the guests in the lobby began to talk, resolving not to provoke Qin Jun.
As for the young cultivator who Qin Jun had slapped away, he left in humiliation, unable to stay at Cliff Inn any longer.
Once back in his room, Qin Jun lay on the bed and began to practice the Purple Rainbow Lightning Technique.
Although his cultivation could be upgraded through the system, he had to rely on himself for progress in the cultivation method.
In the following days, Qin Jun and the group seldom left Cliff Inn.
Yan Mobei was puzzled as to why Qin Jun wasn’t taking action, but he didn’t dare to ask too many questions.
Without the company of Qin Jun or Daji, he did not dare to leave Cliff Inn.
Before they knew it, four days had passed in a flash.
On this day, Qin Yu’s spies finally located Yan Mobei and the others.
“They checked into Cliff Inn?” Qin Yu asked, frowning.
My own eyes saw them dining inside Cliff Inn, but they haven’t left since.”
The spy was dressed in black brocade, with an ordinary face—one easily lost in a crowd.
But his aura was chilling, with a cold gleam in his eyes that could unsettle the heart.
Qin Yu stroked his chin in thought.
Cliff Inn’s background was too deep, and even he didn’t know much about it.
However, his father, the emperor, had once cautioned him not to disrupt Cliff Inn’s affairs, no matter what else he did.
Clearly, an inn even the emperor treaded carefully around was no ordinary place.
“Forget it, let’s get rid of them when they come out.
Yan Mobei doesn’t have much money; he can’t stay at Cliff Inn for long,” Qin Yu dismissed with a wave of his hand.
More pressing than Yan Mobei’s case was the confidential missive on his desk—the list of envoys from the Canglan Kingdom.
In five more days, the contest between the masters from both kingdoms would begin, and this time, the emperor had tasked him with leading and overseeing it—a significant and delicate responsibility.
He understood that his father was creating momentum for him.
Good performance would elevate his reputation to its peak; failure would be disastrous.
While Qin Yu was preoccupied with the impending masters’ contest, Qin Jun had reason to celebrate.
The monthly opportunity for God and Demon summoning has arrived.
Would the host like to summon randomly?”
Qin Jun, who was deep in cultivation, suddenly opened his eyes.
He took a deep breath to calm his emotion, muttering to himself, “I hadn’t realized a month had already passed.”
Unaware, a month had elapsed since he’d crossed over.
Reflecting on the past events, his feelings grew complex.
“Of course I want to summon!
Qin Jun composed himself and decisively spoke.
Although he had Daji and the Roaring Sky Dog as two super-strong subordinates, his forces were still too limited.
He couldn’t help but anticipate whom he would summon this time around.