System Break the Limit - Qing Shandian' Journey
Ch.97 - Return to the Eastern Conference

Time is rolling fast. The cold night had changed into a warm and sunny morning.

Right now, the Eastern Region group was seen walking in tandem leaving the guest residence towards the Imperial Palace. Wang Xiu and the other seven Clan Leaders walked in front, while Qing Shandian's group followed behind them.

After ten minutes of walking, they finally reached their destination. Their arrival was warmly welcomed by the guards on duty. Inside the palace also looked crowded, as groups from the Western and Southern Regions had gathered. With quiet steps, they entered the palace before then sitting on the chair that had been provided as before.

After the previous events outside the competition area, the Western and Southern Regions no longer had the courage to harass the Eastern Region. They only give greetings with a light nod.

"Welcome, Leader Wang, everyone. Looks like you guys rested well last night." Said Emperor Dong Jun in a warm tone while smiling faintly.

"Thank you, Emperor Dong. All thanks to the Empire providing the best place, so we can rest comfortably." Sahut Wang Xiu while returning Emperor Dong Jun's smile.

"That's great. Glad to hear it." Said Emperor Dong Jun while nodding lightly. He then swept his gaze toward everyone, then said, "Alright. Since everyone has gathered, I won't talk much nonsense. I just want to convey some random things. First of all, I thank you all for visiting my cold place. Second, I wish you all a great deal to maintain the peace of this continent. But I'm not forcing that. It all comes back to each of you. Third, once again I congratulate the Eastern Conference for winning the annual competition this time. Lastly, I want to host you all before you go back."

"Haha.. Emperor Dong, you are indeed broad-minded and attach greater importance to long-term rather than short-term reasons. By the way, about the banquet, it wouldn't be complete without a good wine, would it?" Xing Lihai said with her crisp laugh.

"Of course, Leader Xing. A good future is always more important than a momentary gain that can lead to disaster. Everyone doesn't have to worry. I've prepared a special wine for you." Said Emperor Dong Jun in a calm tone before then he clapped lightly, calling the servants to serve the dish immediately.

After the applause, the maids immediately entered the palace carrying various dishes and wine, and arranged them neatly at each table, before they left the palace.

Emperor Dong Jun swept a glance at everyone and said, "Everyone, please enjoy the meal. I hope you're satisfied."

"Thank you, Emperor Dong." Sahut everyone in unison.

After that, the banquet took place solemnly and the occasional sound of small talk was also heard between them.

After some time, the banquet ended. The servants re-entered the palace and immediately cleared the rest of the banquet.

Emperor Dong Jun looked at everyone and said, "Alright. Since the banquet has ended, I will not delay you any longer. Please if there's still something you want to do in my Imperial Capital, but don't make a mess."

"Thank you for the festive banquet, Emperor Dong. Well then, we won't stay any longer. Excuse me." Lan Changju stood up and cupped her hands together.

Emperor Dong Jun nodded and said, "Emm.. Hope your journey is good."

After that, the Southern Region group also resigned and left the palace, leaving behind the Eastern Region group.

"Emperor Dong, we won't stay any longer either. We have an urgent matter that we must resolve as soon as possible." Xing Lihai said as he stood up and cupped his hands together.

"alright. You guys can come back. But let little An stay a little longer. There's something I want to talk to him about." Emperor Dong Jun said in a serious tone.

Xing Lihai furrowed her forehead lightly, then turned her head towards Qing Shandian and said, "An little one, do you not mind staying a little longer?"

Qing Shandian who had been silent from the start noticed also said in a relaxed tone. "As long as it's not for talking nonsense, I'll stay."

"Little An, I know you also have something to do. I just want to talk seriously with you." Emperor Dong Jun said in a serious voice.

"good. Then I'll stay." Said Qing Shandian in a relaxed tone, then he looked at his group and said, "Leader Wang, everyone, you guys go first. I'll catch up with you guys later. If you guys want to see me, I'll wait at the Imperial Palace."

"alright. We go first. Take care of yourself." Wang Xiu said with a warm tone then walked away from the palace.

"Shandian, we go first." Shi Zhifang said with a smile before then he followed Wang Xiu's group followed by the other eight.

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After the departure of his group, the atmosphere within the palace became silent for quite a long time. Qing Shandian was asked to change seats in front of Emperor Dong Jun and Empress Yu Meilin, while they also stepped down from his throne.

"Little one, I won't make small talk. I'm just gonna ask you a few things." Emperor Dong Jun spoke in a relaxed yet solemn tone.

Emperor Dong turned his head towards Empress Yu Meilin who was replied with a nod with a smile. Then he looked at Qing Shandian with a calm gaze and said, "Before, Senior Luan Feng said, that one day there will be someone leaving this continent. I've thought about it many times about that. Although I was a little hesitant at first, I decided to believe my gut feeling. Then, I'll ask you. Are you leaving this continent?" Slightly with a serious tone.

Qing Shandian returned Emperor Dong Jun's gaze. He smiled faintly and casually said, "That's right. One day I will leave this continent. Is there anything about that that that gets you distracted, Emperor Dong?"

When the remark fell, Dong Jun's body trembled finely, then exclaimed in a slightly loud voice. "really?! Are you serious about what you say?"

"I've said it once. So I won't repeat it a second time. Even though I was born on this continent, it's not my clan's place of origin." Said Qing Shandian in a relaxed tone before then taking a sip of the tea he served for her.

"Good, fine. Ii'm sorry. I'm just too excited. Honestly, my wife and I have dreams of leaving this continent. We want to find and catch up with our family who went up thousands of years ago. We always wanted to go up. But, because of the frequent problems with the transcontinental transfer portals, over time our expectations were dashed, and that left us not having enough courage to do so. Speaking of that, I wonder, are you able to bring the two of us to come with you?" Dong Jun said with a slightly doubtful tone.

Qing Shandian looked at Dong Jun and Yu Meilin with a calm gaze and said, "I understand how you guys feel. Getting you to participate is not difficult. However, it would be a very serious matter if you knew all about me. I can't randomly take someone else with me without their loyalty."

Dong Jun frowned deeply until it formed a crease. He clearly understood the direction of the remark even though Qing Shandian conveyed it implicitly. He turned his head towards Yu Meilin and said, "Lin'er, it's all up to you now. If you agree, I will agree too. If it's the other way around, I don't mind either."

Yu Meilin did not immediately reply. She looked at Qing Shandian with a sad look, then in a slightly hoarse voice she said, "An little one, is it necessary with that in order for you to take us?"

"That's the best way. Although I can tell you what you're thinking, but I don't want to risk anything. If you agree, I will not hesitate to take you and give you the best treatment. But if you refuse, I won't force you either. After all, the one who benefits is the two of you." Sahut Qing Shandian in a relaxed tone before then enjoying his tea again.

After hearing the words, Yu Meilin fell silent. To be honest, he had long harbored a longing for his family and Clan. The taste is embedded in the heart for a long time and builds up over time. Now, the path had opened before him, even though it was quite difficult and caused a dilemma. Yu Meilin bowed languidly drowning in her own thoughts.

After a moment of silence, Yu Meilin inhaled a deep breath, then looked at Qing Shandian with a burning gaze full of confidence. His eyes looked resolute without the slightest hesitation. He also in a slightly loud voice exclaimed. "I, Yu Meilin, swear to the heavens, will make Qing Shandian my Master, and give my full allegiance to him. If I betray, let my soul and all my descendants be obliterated by the laws of heaven."

"Duarrr..Duarrr..Duarrr..Duarrr..Duarrr..Duarrr.. Duarrr..Duarrr..Duarrr.."

When Yu Meilin's oath was uttered, nine times the blackish-white lightning strike immediately adorned the clear skies of the Imperial Capital of Dong Yu. Simultaneously, a white light shot towards the chest of Yu Meilin and Qing Shandian, then formed an intricate symbol. It was the same sign as when Luan Feng and Luan Mei swore allegiance to Qing Shandian.

Dong Jun was initially quite surprised by Yu Meilin's actions. However, when he saw the burning determination in his wife's eyes, he finally made the same vow, before then he also got the same symbol on his chest.

Qing Shandian was still in his calm expression. He sipped his tea once more, then looked at Dong Jun and Yu Meilin. Smiling, he said, "I didn't expect, that you guys were really determined to make such an oath and choose to become my followers. I'm amazed by the determination of you two. Because then, there's no need for nonsense. Have you guys already made arrangements for Dong Yu Empire?"

"Oh, young master. I've already made the arrangements after the brief meeting yesterday. Although many initially objected, in the end they accepted my decision." Dong Jun said in a relaxed tone but sounded resolute as he explained as necessary.

"That's great if you've already done the preparation. Then you meet them to say goodbye. I'll wait for you guys in the town square. If there is something you want to bring, just bring the most important. The rest leave it to me." Said Qing Shandian in a relaxed tone while then standing up.

"Okay, young master. We'll be here soon." Sahut Dong Jun was very enthusiastic before then he and Yu Meilin walked quickly away from the palace.

Meanwhile, Qing Shandian who was left alone could only shake his head when he witnessed how excited the two people were, before then he disappeared from where he stood.

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Minutes by minutes passed. In front of the transfer portal, Qing Shandian stood quietly after finishing making preparations to activate the portal, and waited for the arrival of Dong Jun and Yu Meilin.

After another five minutes had passed, Dong Jun and Yu Meilin who were wearing black robes came over to him. Qing Shandian casually said, "Is your business resolved?"

"It's all done, young master." Sahut Dong Jun with a relaxed tone.

"alright. Then we'll go now." Said Qing Shandian before then he activated the transfer portal towards the Eastern Region.

"Nguungg"

When the portal was activated, it formed a vortex accompanied by a light humming sound. Qing Shandian patiently waited until the portal was completely stable, then he entered it with Dong Jun and Yu Meilin following behind him.

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