Chapter 1162: Chapter 359: Do Me a Favor (Part 3)
Lately, Eastern Emperor Tai Yi has not opposed his words at all.
This made Emperor Jun subconsciously think that Eastern Emperor Tai Yi should follow his words.
But, when Eastern Emperor Tai Yi spoke earlier, Emperor Jun realized that the other party was not his subordinate and had no obligation to obey his orders.
Emporer Jun is the Heavenly Emperor, and Eastern Emperor Tai Yi is also the Heavenly Emperor.
When giving him face, he calls him "royal brother," but in reality, if it weren’t for a common enemy, they would be competitors.
Thinking of this, Emperor Jun took a deep breath.
"Indeed, I have lost my sense of propriety; forgive me, my friend."
Emperor Jun said lightly.
"Emperor Jun, my friend, please go back. I still say the same thing: if you want to devour the Three Realms, now is not the time. After Haotian God returns, we can strike again; only then is victory possible. Now it’s not feasible, as The Three Pure Ones are suppressing us, and we’re at a disadvantage against the Heavenly Court. You shouldn’t be too impatient."
Eastern Emperor Tai Yi said calmly.
Emperor Jun’s pupils shrank. He stared at Eastern Emperor Tai Yi and said, "Have you connected with Haotian?"
All along, it was him who had contact with Haotian.
However, Emperor Jun heard from Eastern Emperor Tai Yi’s words that Eastern Emperor Tai Yi and Haotian God must have connected; otherwise, he wouldn’t have said that.
Eastern Emperor Tai Yi smiled faintly.
Suddenly, Emperor Jun sneered: "Tai Yi, you are indeed skilled, but I can’t agree with your point of view. According to the current pace of development of the Heavenly Court, it won’t be long before they become stronger. The current Heavenly Court is no weaker than any of our lineages."
"Don’t worry, it won’t be long."
Eastern Emperor Tai Yi said calmly.
Seeing Tai Yi unmoved, Emperor Jun was somewhat annoyed, but there was nothing he could do.
He snorted coldly and turned to leave.
Watching Emperor Jun’s departing back, Eastern Emperor Tai Yi’s lips curled slightly, his expression somewhat sarcastic.
Inside the main hall of Emperor Jun’s camp, everyone fell silent upon seeing the grim-faced Emperor Jun return.
Ji Meng’s death was a severe blow to them.
The morale within Emperor Jun’s camp was extraordinarily low.
Since returning from beyond, they’ve been trapped in the Western Continent, unable to break through, and even Ji Meng, the First Marshal under Emperor Jun, was killed.
"Your Majesty, what did Eastern Emperor Tai Yi say?"
Xihe asked.
Now, only she and Changxi dared to speak.
As the Sun Goddess and Empress of Heaven, Xihe’s status was nearly equal to Emperor Jun’s.
"Don’t count on Eastern Emperor Tai Yi. I can’t read him. He’s secretly connected with Haotian. I suspect his motives are different from ours."
At these words, everyone was shocked.
Emperor Jun’s goal was to retake control of the Three Realms and elevate his strength to the realm of The Three Pure Ones, even surpassing them.
According to their thinking, Eastern Emperor Tai Yi should have the same intention.
But now it seems, things are not so simple.
Even Emperor Jun has started to doubt him; clearly, Eastern Emperor Tai Yi is very unusual.
"I hope he doesn’t stray off the path."
Emperor Jun said lightly, his gaze somewhat cold.
The reason he didn’t wait for Haotian God to return was, firstly, Haotian God gave him an uneasy feeling. Working with Haotian God always felt very dangerous.
Now, Eastern Emperor Tai Yi also gives him this feeling.
This made Emperor Jun very uneasy, causing him to quietly murmur to himself.
As Heavenly Emperor, he should be fearless.
But Emperor Jun knew well, beyond the heavens, there are heavens, and beyond man, there are men.
He is not the strongest; there are rivals in the world, some even stronger than him.
If plotted against, it really could lead to a risk of falling.
Especially if plotted against by another Heavenly Emperor, the danger is naturally greater.
Everyone’s eyes were on Emperor Jun, seeing his grim expression, no one dared speak much.
"Forget it, it’s no big deal."
Emperor Jun thought silently.
No one knew what he meant, all were puzzled.
After speaking, Emperor Jun’s expression visibly relaxed a lot, yet there was also some guilt.
No one understood what decision the ruler just made.
But they could imagine the decision wasn’t easily made, and made Emperor Jun very conflicted.
Xihe’s gaze shifted, as if she thought of something, slightly shocked and incredulous.
She and Changxi exchanged a glance, both speculating, but dared not believe.
According to his personality, it shouldn’t be this way.
What did he perceive, why so fearful.
They guessed some things but did not ask.
Others dared not ask either.
This seemingly domineering and impulsive Heavenly Emperor actually had a very astute mind.
Since he felt it necessary to do so, he must have a reason. Being Emperor Jun’s followers, they fully support Emperor Jun’s decision.
If not for unconditional trust in Emperor Jun, how could they have followed him this far?
Even when Emperor Jun was expelled beyond the heavens, they continued to follow.
Emperor Jun’s gaze fell on the gods, cold-seeming, but in truth he cherished his followers deeply.
If not, he wouldn’t have fought multiple enemies to rescue Ji Meng himself.
Others would definitely not treat their subordinates like he does.
"Everyone, disperse, I need to rest well."
Emperor Jun waved for everyone to leave.
They bowed and turned to leave.
"Your Majesty."
Xihe and Changxi approached.
"You all leave too, I want to be alone quietly."
Emperor Jun did not even keep the two.
Xihe and Changxi exchanged a gaze, seeing the worry in each other’s eyes.
They bowed slightly and also left.