701: Chapter 470 701: Chapter 470 The Chief Eunuch furtively observed, finding the woman’s family to be quite ordinary; their expressions were too normal, just like that of common folk receiving gifts or hearing about the King’s surprise and honor.
From the woman’s expression, she was indeed worthy of being the one favored by the Young General from a prominent family.
Despite her common status, she could remain composed as if the gift she received were nothing more than a mundane object.
The Chief Eunuch felt that his perception was spot on; perhaps for a Young General, presenting too many valuable things to the woman he fancied had caused her to look down upon the gifts from the King.
Upon scrutinizing the items the woman wore, whether it was clothing or jewelry, all were exquisite and valuable—not merely ordinary jewelry, but surely Magic Artifacts refined by a skilled craftsman.
At that moment, the Chief Eunuch also noticed a young man who gave him a sense of oppressive aura.
Such a young lad had a visage even more delicate than his own—it wasn’t that he lacked masculinity.
It was skin better than a woman’s, even surpassing his own which had been nourished by the Sunflower Manual.
Reflecting on this, the Chief Eunuch couldn’t help but speculate whether this young man practiced the same Sunflower Manual as he did.
He had found this technique in a cave during his travels before entering the Imperial Palace; possessing this manual was precisely what enabled him to become a eunuch in the palace, not just to make money but to also gain resources.
If he could obtain this book, perhaps he was not the only one—were there not others from the same sect?
Jiang Tang noticed the Chief Eunuch’s gaze; it was peculiar, prompting him to covertly observe the Chief Eunuch in return.
Upon careful observation, he discerned something odd—the Chief Eunuch’s effeminate manner was unlike that of other eunuchs, and his features were so feminine they resembled the legendary Invincible East.
As for the drama where the character was portrayed by a woman, he did not believe this Chief Eunuch was a female; thus, the Chief Eunuch must either be a transsexual or possibly practiced a unique Cultivation Technique that changed one’s body.
He thought of the Pills that Ye Tian had instructed him to refine.
Originally, those Pills were intended for those who practiced the Sunflower Manual.
Jiang Tang thought as such but didn’t ask any questions.
After all, this person was merely an eunuch, and knowing him now would be of no use.
To someone as capable as he was, even the King posed no threat.
Should the King dare to exercise power to disrupt his Saint Sect, then he would simply seize the King’s position and install someone else.
In the presence of the King, the Chief Eunuch had seen officials give him face due to his status as the Chief Steward, even if they looked down on him, they wouldn’t regard him with such piercing eyes.
He had intended to ask Ye Tian for an introduction to this young man, but now his heart drummed with trepidation, fearing he might offend a powerful person.
What would he do if they annihilated him in a fit of anger?
As the Chief Steward within the Imperial Palace, he was also fearful of death; the Pills that were almost within his grasp were what he wanted for himself.
Then he would pass his position onto his disciple and focus solely on Cultivation, aiming for the Path of Longevity, which was his ultimate goal.
Riches and honor couldn’t compare to achieving Longevity and becoming an Immortal.
Moreover, he had accumulated enough wealth over the years to last several lifetimes.
What he needed was to improve his abilities and extend his life for just as many generations, which would be plenty for him to enjoy.
The Chief Steward discreetly spoke with Ye Tian, revealing his purpose for coming here, and inquired whether he had brought back his Pills and those for the King.
Ye Tian had long known that his return would be marked by the spies of many people.
Since the Pills belonged to others, of course, he should give them.
If he didn’t hand them over as promptly and didn’t let the Chief Steward presently take his Pills to help deliver the King’s Pills, it would be troubling.
He couldn’t always respond to the King and the Chief Steward’s demands, burdening Jiang Tang to refine Pills for them.
Things too easily obtained would only breed more greed.
General Ye Tian would not refine Pills again and again for them specifically.
Even if he were willing, Ye Tian would not allow it.
How could he let his friend be exploited by others?
Ye Tian planned to have Jiang Tang keep some of the Pills he refined for the Chief Steward and the King.
This was to let them know that the resources they provided could only secure a few Pills.
He would withhold the excess.
It wasn’t about hoarding for himself but to prevent the King and the Chief Steward from making endless unreasonable demands.
This time Ye Tian had given the Pills, but next time it wouldn’t be so simple—he would certainly demand something else of value in exchange.
This wasn’t for his sake alone.
Although they served the Guardian God Family, they had repeatedly allowed the King to trip them up, seeking to use the Prime Minister and the Chief of Staff to restrain the General’s Family.
The King’s dizziness and incompetence would allow cunning courtiers to continuously stir up trouble.
He also needed to exploit the King’s weakness to ensure their protection duties could be carried out smoothly.
Ye Tian knew that bringing his girlfriend back this time would certainly not appease the Princess, and for the sake of his junior sister, he would have to negotiate terms with the King.
“Chief Steward, we have guests dining with us tonight.
You should also join the banquet here, and after it’s over, I will accompany you to the palace.”
General Ye Tian didn’t mention whether he had received the Pills or not, and the Chief Steward couldn’t inquire about it in public either; after all, his business was secret and he could only wait patiently.
Since the General had given the order, of course someone arranged a place for the Chief Steward at the banquet and also took care of his entourage.
A special table was set aside for them, and of course, the seating was well organized and wouldn’t be disturbed.
As the Chief Eunuch sat down, servants served him dishes and wine, and the people following him would eat and drink as the Chief Steward did.
The Chief Steward merely let someone pour him a shallow cup and raised his glass to toast.
The others followed suit and raised their glasses in celebration.
The Chief Steward had come to eat, and sitting there for the meal was just a formality; he took a mere nibble of each dish, his gaze observing the new guests.
The Chief Steward noticed that with one look, the impressive young man was surrounded by nine women, just like the King’s Consorts, where regardless of their status, their beautiful faces and formidable cultivation could make up for any flaws.
From the dignified air of these women, he was already guessing whether they had powerful backgrounds.
He was also speculating about the identity of the young man, who had so many capable people around him, indicating that he was anything but ordinary.
General Ye Tian was able to invite such impressive people as guests, and they seemed like friends of his fiancée.
That ordinary yet beautiful woman was very fortunate to win the General’s favor and have support from behind the scenes.
The differences in their families’ Human Cultivator statuses were no longer important; this is the Cultivation World, where the capable can be worth an entire kingdom.
The Chief Steward spared a moment of silence for Princess Long Feifeng, but what of her status?
She still hadn’t won the General’s favor and didn’t have such powerful friends.
Ye Tian had returned to the Imperial City, and Long Feifeng also received the news and was requesting permission from her father and the Empress to go out.
The Empress was not against it; she had been indulging in an affair with a eunuch recently, secretly vying with her daughter.
She dared not let the King find out about competing with her daughter over a man.
Naturally, she wished to marry off her daughter quickly.
The Empress also knew the King’s intentions.
He didn’t wish to marry the Princess to Ye Tian as he wanted to maintain control over the Guardian God Family.
The Empress had her own selfish motives; the family she covertly supported was not the Guardian God Family, and she hoped her daughter would marry someone from her own family.
She disapproved of her daughter going out, so she passed the buck to the King, saying it was the King’s decree that prevented the Princess from leaving.
Long Feifeng went to plead with the King to let her out, incessantly begging in front of him.
The King, who wanted his Pills, certainly wouldn’t agree with the Princess, fearing it would sour relations and General Ye Tian would withhold the Pills.
Someone had already reported back that Ye Tian had brought a woman back this time—although she came from a humble background, she couldn’t compare to his noble-born daughter.
At this moment, the King was very supportive of Ye Tian; he had long lost the desire to marry his daughter to the General.
If the General married someone else, it would make his own Princess give up hope and consider others for marriage.
“Outrageous, you are a Princess, carrying on like this; where have your manners gone?”
Long Feifeng, scolded by her father, stomped her foot in anger and blurted out in frustration, “Father, if you don’t agree, your daughter will kill herself right before your eyes!”