This scene fell into Shen Luowan's eyes, causing her expression to slightly freeze, a hint of complexity flashing in her gaze, and then she smiled helplessly.
Although his tone was indifferent, his demeanor casual, and he hadn't even uttered a single word of explicit threat.
Yet, between the lines, his attitude was already clearly revealed.
If she wasn't sensible, he would not hesitate to choose someone else to support.
This silent assertiveness was more oppressive than direct words.
The current situation of the Divine Firmament Immortal Dynasty had indeed reached an extremely delicate stage.
Internally, there were open and secret struggles for the succession, while externally, numerous immortal Dao Lineages watched eagerly, ready to act.
Without a sufficiently powerful ally to back them and share the covetous gaze of external forces, it would be impossible to take the next step steadily.
Who made the Immortal Ancient Ruins appear within the territory of the Divine Firmament Immortal Dynasty?
If a Treasure Trove was delivered to their doorstep, and they still handed it over to others, the Divine Firmament Immortal Dynasty would lose all qualifications for future contention.
Moreover, the path to succession also required external aid; otherwise, it would be difficult to secure the position.
Shen Luowan looked at Jiang Ye, her gaze gradually deepening with a trace of solemnity.
She knew in her heart that even her calculating younger sister would likely have her wings clipped in front of Jiang Ye.
This man was too composed and too difficult to control.
He was not someone who could be swayed by beauty, power, or words.
"Shen Baiyun..."
Shen Luowan murmured softly, her voice so low it was like a sigh in the wind, but a hint of vague sorrow appeared between her brows.
Just then, a Jade Slip hanging from her waist suddenly vibrated slightly, emitting an almost imperceptible spiritual hum.
She looked down; it was a secret message from the capital, an urgent report from a court retainer.
Shen Luowan's delicate brows furrowed slightly as she took out the Jade Slip, her fingertips gently caressing it, and her Divine Sense instantly probed inside.
The content of the Jade Slip was not extensive, but it caused her gaze to sharpen and her expression to subtly change.
A calamity erupted in the Dragon Vein Secret Realm of the Ancient Immortal Domain, and its aftershocks reached the Taicang Dao Domain, causing sudden turmoil in the court.
The news of the death of the First Prince, Shen Gaomin, had completely spread throughout the imperial capital, shaking the court and public, and causing a huge uproar.
With the demise of this First Prince, who was originally the most qualified heir, his subordinate high-ranking officials and military factions were all in a state of panic, while some powerful noble families secretly began to withdraw to avoid disaster and save their own lives.
However, Shen Baiyun, amidst this crisis, rose rapidly.
She quickly seized the initiative, and in just a few days, she appeased dozens of key central officials who originally belonged to the First Prince's faction, bringing them under her command and quickly stabilizing the situation.
Her decisive methods and her ability to control the overall situation were truly remarkable.
What was even more unexpected was this:
During today's court session, all the officials unanimously petitioned.
They suggested that the Seventh Princess, Shen Baiyun, hold a martial arts competition to find a husband before the Immortal Ancient Ruins opened, inviting Prodigies from all domains to choose a son-in-law and form an alliance.
And the most crucial point was this:
The Divine Emperor approved the matter!
Not only did he not object, but his attitude was quite approving, and he personally issued an edict, allowing her to hold this marriage selection ceremony.
This was no longer just an acknowledgment of Shen Baiyun's capabilities.
It also indicated a shift in attitude, a subtle change in the prevailing winds.
Perhaps the Divine Emperor truly valued Shen Baiyun's talent and methods.
Or perhaps it was the lesson from the Ancient Immortal Court.
In short.
The Divine Firmament Immortal Dynasty urgently needed a powerful ally, and at the same time, it was to put some pressure on Shen Luowan.
Because Shen Luowan had made no progress since Jiang Ye's coming-of-age ceremony until now.
The deep meaning of this action was already very clear.
"If you cannot win over the Divine Son of the Jiang Clan, then Shen Baiyun will do it instead."
Shen Luowan retracted her Divine Sense, quietly closed the Jade Slip, her fingers tightening slightly, her gaze deep and profound.
Of course, she hadn't forgotten that when she attended Jiang Ye's coming-of-age ceremony, she indeed carried the intention of a marriage alliance.
But at that time, Shen Gaomin was still alive and his position was stable.
If she had married Jiang Ye then, she would inevitably become a tool for imperial political marriage, a mediating link between the Jiang Clan and the imperial court.
She was unwilling to do so.
At that time, she chose to observe, to probe.
She wanted to use the opportunity of contacting Jiang Ye to win him over with friendship, to manipulate him with her methods, and if she could capture his heart, she would gain the initiative.
But things did not go as planned.
Jiang Ye was harder to approach than she imagined, and more dangerous.
He was not the profligate son that external Cultivators spoke of, who only knew how to Cultivate and relied on his mother's prestige to act unscrupulously.
Behind that seemingly casual and frivolous smile lay calmness, decisiveness, and an unfathomable depth of cunning.
Times had changed.
With Shen Gaomin's death, the situation suddenly shifted.
Shen Luowan had one less major enemy and became the biggest beneficiary.
Now, in the Divine Firmament Immortal Dynasty, besides Shen Luowan, only Shen Baiyun had some ability to contend with her.
Shen Baiyun had also bared her fangs this time, officially entering the game.
And the Divine Emperor's art of governing people never considered familial affection.
While the First Prince's body was still warm, the Divine Emperor allowed the court officials to recommend Shen Baiyun and even approved her martial arts competition to find a husband.
It was clear that he intended to set up another competitor in front of Shen Luowan.
How could she not understand all of this?
The Divine Emperor didn't care who won, only who could bring more benefits to the Divine Firmament Immortal Dynasty.
And the Immortal Ancient Ruins, which would open in half a year, was the best touchstone.
Shen Luowan looked at Jiang Ye, her expression as calm as ever.
But in her beautiful eyes, there was a subtle hint of deeper thought, as if she was weighing an important decision.
"Young Master."
She spoke, her voice gentle and steady: "Your carriage travels extremely fast; at the current speed, it will reach the Imperial Capital of the Immortal Dynasty in a few days."
Speaking of which, she paused slightly, her voice lowered a bit.
"Why don't we..."
"...go to my sleeping quarters for a visit first?"
Her tone was natural, but the implication was enough to spark imagination.
Jiang Ye heard this, his lips curved slightly, and a hint of playfulness flashed in his eyes.
This Second Princess of the Divine Dynasty... suddenly changed her temperament?
He wasn't surprised, though.
After all, Su Hongye was the strongest Emperor of her generation, especially after the recent incident of the Heavenly Dao Emperor being besieged and killed, which shocked all the heavens.
The prestige of the Longevity Jiang Clan had now reached its peak.
There were indeed quite a few forces wanting to form an alliance.
Shen Luowan also understood very well that if the Divine Emperor of the Immortal Dynasty wanted to form a marriage alliance, Jiang Ye was obviously the most suitable choice.
It was just that this intention was too urgent and too obvious.
Jiang Ye pondered for a moment, his tone unhurried, still carrying that nonchalant indifference: "No rush, This Divine Son came to the Imperial Capital of the Immortal Dynasty mainly for Shen..."
He didn't finish his sentence, then suddenly changed his tone, his voice rising abruptly, stating righteously:
"To eliminate demons and defend the Dao! To restore a bright and clear universe to the world!"
A righteous statement, spoken earnestly, as if he were truly a noble gentleman shouldering a Dao Lineage and protecting all living beings.
When Shen Luowan heard this, her delicate brows furrowed slightly, and her expression changed.
Jiang Ye had just mentioned that Shen Baiyun had previously contacted that Shen Lian.
With such words, how could she not know his intention?
Just then, Jiang Ye suddenly turned his head, his gaze falling upon the green-clothed girl beside him, his tone instantly softening, with a tenderness that even the spring breeze couldn't match: "Xuan'er, help me send a letter back to the Seventh Princess."
"Just say that Princess Shen Luowan has been assisting me in searching for that Shen Lian recently and has no free time to go to her side."
Qing Xuan looked up and smiled lightly, bowing gracefully, her voice clear and sweet: "Don't worry, Young Master, I will definitely convey this matter clearly."
As she spoke, she stood up and turned to leave, her steps light, her movements appropriate.
At this moment, Shen Luowan's heart trembled slightly, but she could only remain silent for the time being, a faint smile barely gracing her lips.
