The matter concerning Prince Lu also caused quite a stir, and the Spirit Emperor naturally arranged for someone to come for healing, but not only was it impossible to cure him, it also subjected him to even more terrifying inhuman pain.
In the end, after much ado, they couldn't find any solution and could only seek out a famous physician.
During this period, the Fire Phoenix flew back and forth numerous times, trying to locate Qin Muye.
The context of this incident is crystal clear, it was nothing but the exposure of Prince Lu's accusation leading to the retaliation of that Daluo Golden Immortal. The Imperial Physician Spirit Master who was arranged to come couldn't solve the problem, so they could only take Prince Lu back to see if the Spirit Emperor had a way to cure him.
Consequently, the residence of Prince Lu was left empty.
As for Qin Muye, after the Fire Phoenix waited in vain for half a month without any discovery, it could only leave in annoyance.
It didn't even find where Qin Muye was, so staying any longer was pointless.
In fact, as soon as Qin Muye learned that Prince Lu was arranged to return to the Royal Capital for treatment, he had already made his escape, because there really wasn't any way to carry on.
He was unclear whether the Spirit Emperor would pay a significant price to save Prince Lu, but he knew that the subsequent plans had utterly failed and Fan Hua was definitely no longer able to enter Prince Lu's residence.
However, after all the commotion, even if Prince Lu was healed, it would take half his life, and what was more critical was that his power was gradually declining. Even if he recovered, it was estimated that he could never return to Level 7 Golden Immortal Realm in his lifetime. Being able to maintain Level 6 would already be quite impressive.
If he continued to suffer turmoil on the way, he might even fall to Level 5.
This would be more painful than killing him.
Of course, apart from the issue of power, Qin Muye's blow had also crippled his Spirit-controlling ability. If he was still part of the Spirit-controlling Sect, it wouldn't be a big deal, but now he was part of the Refining Spirit Sect and couldn't use any power at all. The moment he did, it would pose a life-threatening risk, even after recovery.
On this point, Qin Muye was still very confident.
"The Mirror Demon is evolving towards the Mirror Immortal. From the current situation, it seems that the Evolution Secret Technique derived by the main body is quite reliable, it's just that it takes a bit long..."
According to Qin Muye's estimate, the whole evolution process would take about fifteen days. At first glance, it was indeed only half a month, but for Qin Muye, he had already caused so much trouble in this half-month.
"In other words, it looks like I have no Spiritual Beasts available to use now, tsk, I'll have to keep quiet and not cause any trouble."
Although, generally speaking, he seemed not to have used the Mirror Demon for much other than escaping.
"However, once the Mirror Demon evolves into the Mirror Immortal, I guess it'll at least be at a base level of 7."
Qin Muye's Mirror Demon had an initial power level of 1, essentially so weak as to be negligible. But with the continuous improvement over time, coupled with the enhancement of numerous Heavenly Materials and Earthly Treasures as well as the Evolution Secret Technique, reaching Level 7 shouldn't be too difficult.
Using materials created by a Level 9 main body, an avatar at Level 8 tries to create a Level 7 Spiritual Beast—if that's too hard, what was he even doing in the competition?
Moreover, Level 7 is just the starting level after evolution, with a bit of training for a while, it should also be possible to reach Level 8.
Otherwise, relying solely on Level 7 strength to compete would be hopeless—he already felt uncertain with two Level 8s, let alone a pair of one Level 8 and one Level 7 going against five Level 9s, that would be courting death.
"Even if two Level 8s went, it wouldn't be much different from seeking death," Qin Muye's face fell.
He was unclear about what the main body's plan was, but he could be sure of one thing—that after completing the plan, it seemed that his avatar and the Mirror Immortal could become Level 9 with the blessing of the Spirit Realm.
This sounded a bit absurd. Even if he wanted it, would the Spirit Emperor be willing?
After all, such an affair couldn't possibly remain low-key.
"Guest, your dishes are ready," the waiter announced as he placed the last dish on the table, providing a reminder.
Qin Muye nodded without paying attention to him, instead leaning to one side and looking down at the bustling street beneath him.
Just as he was pondering what to do next, he abruptly noticed a huge commotion on the street.
Looking towards the source of the chaos, he saw a young man recklessly riding a barded scale horse through the crowded streets, trampling over many people in the process.
"Hiss~ where did this person come from, being so arrogant?" Qin Muye couldn't help but take in a cool breath. In recent days, he had seen his fair share of arrogant people, like that Third Master Yuan; his arrogance was based on his own power and the confidence he had, and that day, if it weren't for Qin Muye, nothing would have gone awry.
But that youth wasn't very old, nor was he strong; he was just at the Mortal Realm level.
"That is Prince Yi's legitimate eldest grandson, born arrogant and overbearing. This isn't the first time such a thing has happened. You must be from out of town, guest," said the server who had not yet left, his expression somewhat sullen.
Indeed, Qin Muye now found himself on Yuan Family territory, after all, he was without kin in the Spirit Realm and had to seek temporary shelter with the Yuan Family.
"Prince Yi's grandson? Then is there no law of the King? Isn't this knowingly breaking the law?" Qin Muye realized that this Prince Yi was not like Prince Lu, who had ample prestige among the people.
But then again, it seemed likely that Prince Yi's circumstances were similar to those of Prince Lu, both usurped by the great clans. However, Prince Lu was ambitious and capable, plus adept at management, almost managing to turn the tables.
As for Prince Yi, by the looks of it, it seemed he had given up completely.
"The sons and grandsons of the Prince are the law. It's said that when Prince Yi was just a Vassal King, he was already a favorite, so it's normal for him to do as he pleases now. Even those in the government offices fear him, let alone people like us," the server said with a sigh.
It seemed Prince Yi had long been a cause of distress, but it was of no use; his attitude only reassured the Yuan Family.
"You do have a point," Qin Muye conceded, not refuting the server's words. Whether it was the great families or the Great Spirit Dynasty, they all turned a blind eye to such situations. After all, Prince Yi was treated like a pig for slaughter—so long as he didn't make trouble, the death of a few commoners was nothing.
Ultimately, a Transcendent clan coupled with feudal society created this bizarre situation.
Prince Yi's power was not as strong as Prince Lu's, and even with abundant resources, he had only reached the level of a Scattered Immortal. If it weren't for Great Spirit Dynasty's wealth and magnanimity, every Vassal King needed to possess the power of an Immortal Realm; otherwise, Prince Yi's power would probably be even lower. ThisversionissourcedfromMV3L3MPYR.
"Are you a Spirit Master, guest?" the server asked again.
"Yes, I am. Otherwise, why would I be here?" Qin Muye didn't deny it.
In the Great Spirit Dynasty, if one were not a Spirit Master, ordinary people were not allowed to leave their registered place of residence.
Fortunately, the threshold to become a Spirit Master here was relatively low, and becoming an independent Spirit Master generally wasn't without its means.
However, most ordinary people couldn't find those means, and so they couldn't cross the threshold.
"Then I've truly been short-sighted. Our proprietor has a rule that every Spirit Master who comes to dine at our inn must be offered our signature dish, the Spiritual Crab Pot. Please wait a moment, and I'll have the kitchen select a plump crab for you," the server hurriedly said.
Such amiable Spirit Masters were rare too. In the past, the Spirit Masters he had encountered were mostly in service to either Prince Yi's house or the Yuan Family, all very haughty, not deigning to bother with common folk like them.
"No need, it'd be wasteful to have more than necessary. I'll pass this time," Qin Muye declined the offer. Having it or not, he didn't really care much about such things.
If it was given, he would be pleased, but whether to accept was a different matter. At his level of power, demeanor was more important than these small favors.
"Alright, when you come next time, we'll definitely prepare two plump crabs for you. I'll make a note of it for now," the server said, not insisting further upon seeing Qin Muye's demeanor.
"Then enjoy your meal, and if you need anything, just let me know."
After speaking, the server turned and went downstairs.
Qin Muye didn't pay much attention, as they had simply met by chance, but soon, he noticed something interesting.
Prince Yi's legitimate eldest grandson also entered this inn.
'I've just finished dealing with Prince Lu, I surely won't have to meddle with Prince Yi now...' Qin Muye thought to himself with a bit of trepidation.
He suspected that his Main Character Aura was at work again. It wasn't as if he could just switch it off at will—this thing is passive, not something he can actively control. He'd find it difficult to interfere unless the Mirror Immortal successfully evolved, allowing him to indirectly interfere through the Mirror Immortal's Spiritual Beast Technique.
'Well, since I'm here, I might as well stay calm,' he thought.
Qin Muye watched as Prince Yi's grandson, accompanied by a group of protective Spirit Masters, went up to the rooms on the third floor, completely bypassing the second floor.