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Chapter 742: Huang Chao Released from the Netherworld

With a tap of the fingertip, one is instantly transported to the wonderful world of Chapter 746, where Huang Chao is released from the Nine Nether Prison.

Iron Prison is located in a secluded underground area, surrounded by indestructible black iron stone. This stone is said to originate from the cold iron veins in the far north and is forged using a special process, so that even the sharpest sword in the martial arts world cannot leave a mark on it.

The Iron Prison Gate weighs tens of thousands of kilograms and is forged from refined iron. It is engraved with intricate runes, which are not only decorative but also contain powerful sealing forces that can suppress the prisoners' internal energy and qi, making it difficult for them to exert their abilities.

Upon entering the Iron Prison, the first thing that catches the eye is a narrow passageway lined with dense iron bars on both sides. Behind the bars are bottomless single cells, each equipped with specially made chains and shackles. Even cultivators with profound internal strength would find it difficult to break free once locked up.

At the end of the passageway was a more spacious cell, which was where Huang Chao was imprisoned—"Jue Long Cave".

The Dragon Cave was dimly lit, with only a small skylight in the ceiling letting in a faint light that barely illuminated the small space.

The cell contained nothing but a stone bed and a stone table, making it seem exceptionally desolate.

Huang Chao, one of the former leaders of the Yellow Turban Rebellion, was sitting quietly in the corner, his hair disheveled, but his eyes showed no sign of dejection.

His limbs were tightly bound by specially made iron chains, but those chains did not seem to completely suppress his aura.

On this day, the gates of the Nine Netherworld Prison slowly opened, and a figure slowly stepped in—it was Xu Zhongyuan.

Xu Zhongyuan walked straight to Huang Chao's cell, stopped, and looked through the iron bars, meeting Huang Chao's wild eyes.

"Brother Huang Chao, it's been a long time."

Xu Zhongyuan stood outside the cell door and spoke softly, without the slightest hostility in his tone.

"Hmph, what business do you have here, you lackeys of the Great Qian Dynasty?"

Huang Chao raised his head, his sharp gaze scrutinizing Xu Zhongyuan before him. After a moment, a cold smile curled at the corner of his lips.

"Brother Huang Chao, things are unpredictable, but I am here today not as an enemy, but to discuss a deal with you."

Xu Zhongyuan did not mind Huang Chao's sarcasm. Instead, he smiled slightly and said slowly.

"trade?"

Huang Chao raised an eyebrow, clearly somewhat surprised. What could a prisoner like himself possibly have to trade?

"Excellent, a deal that benefits both of us."

"There is a rising power within the Great Qian territory that poses an unprecedented threat to the Great Qian. Although the Yellow Turban Rebellion has been defeated, your prestige remains, and your followers are still here. Why not take this opportunity to restore the Yellow Turban's power?"

Xu Zhongyuan spoke calmly, knowing that Huang Chao was probably not very familiar with Su Ye, since Su Ye hadn't even started to show his talent when he was captured.

"Hmph, do you think I'd believe you? The Great Qian Dynasty and my Yellow Turban Army are sworn enemies, destined to fight to the death. What talk of cooperation?"

Upon hearing this, a glint flashed in Huang Chao's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.

Since they want to take advantage of me, that makes things easier...

What people fear most is not being used, but having no value to be used at all!

Huang Chao didn't want to spend his entire life in this Nine Nether Iron Prison until he died.

"What makes you think I'd believe you? When did the Great Qian Dynasty become so magnanimous, willing to cooperate with its enemy?"

Therefore, Huang Chao remained silent for a moment in prison, seemingly weighing Xu Zhongyuan's words.

"This is a secret order personally bestowed by His Majesty, representing His Majesty's will. Moreover, Huang Chao, you are merely a bandit, a prisoner. You had no choice, nor were you entitled to choose!"

Xu Zhongyuan chuckled and took out a token from his bosom. The token was engraved with the four characters "As if I were personally present," and it gleamed with gold. It was the supreme token personally issued by the emperor of the Great Qian Dynasty.

Huang Chao stared at the token, his heart surging with emotions. This was not just a token, but the key to his regained freedom and his hope to go out and breathe again.

"Alright, I agree, but I need your support so that I can quickly gain control of my followers."

After staring at him for a long time, Huang Chao quickly nodded.

"Brother Huang Chao, rest assured, the Great Qian Xuanjing Division has arranged everything. Your troops will be secretly sent to Wuzhou by the Xuanjing Division, where your old troops and powerful families willing to fight alongside the Yellow Turban Army are located."

"As for support, our Great Qian will provide necessary supplies, intelligence, and even..."

Xu Zhongyuan smiled with satisfaction when he saw Huang Chao agree.

"Furthermore, the Great Qian Dynasty will send a master to accompany you to ensure your safety."

Xu Zhongyuan paused deliberately at this point.

Huang Chao paused for a moment upon hearing this, but quickly understood.

Since Daqian has decided to cooperate, it will naturally be wary of him and may even send people to check and balance him, which he sees as nothing.

...

Meanwhile, Si Yiqi sat upright in the imperial study of the Qiandu Palace. Spring was in full bloom outside the window, and the fragrance of flowers drifted in on the breeze, but it seemed unable to dispel the somber atmosphere in the room.

He gently held the jade seal, which represented supreme power, with a hint of trepidation in his heart.

The imperial decree summoning Duanmu Yan had been issued, and the young emperor was well aware that the next move would concern the face of the Great Qian Dynasty and could even influence the future of the entire dynasty.

Before long, a series of steady and powerful footsteps sounded outside the door. Immediately afterwards, a young man dressed in a close-fitting outfit and with a tall and upright figure entered the imperial study. He was none other than Duanmu Yan, the son of Duanmu Lei, the Grand Commandant of the Great Qian Dynasty.

"Your humble servant, Duanmu Yan, greets Your Majesty."

Duanmu Yan raised her head and glanced at Si Yiqi, but there was no sense of awe as expected. She simply bowed slightly and spoke in a loud voice.

"Duanmu Yan, I have summoned you here today to entrust you with an important task."

Si Yiqi smiled slightly, gesturing for him to stand up.

"Please give me your instructions, Your Majesty. I will do my utmost to live up to your trust."

Upon hearing this, Duanmu Yan's eyes lit up. To be personally summoned by the emperor and given a mission must be no small matter.

He's been doing nothing all day in Qiandu, he's practically getting sick from boredom.

"I know you are highly skilled in martial arts and possess exceptional intelligence. This mission concerns the future of our Great Qian Dynasty. Are you willing?"

Si Yiqi stood up and slowly walked to Duanmu Yan, his eyes filled with worry.

He had just learned about the temperament of the Grand Commandant's son from the intelligence gathered by the Suspended Mirror Bureau.

He possesses exceptional combat talent and outstanding reasoning ability, yet he is also a person who hates evil and has principles, bottom lines, initiative, and the ability to make his own judgments.

Therefore, Si Yiqi doesn't know whether he can truly cooperate with Huang Chao, who came from the Yellow Turban Army.

"Your Majesty, I am willing to go. No matter how difficult and dangerous the road ahead may be, I will overcome all obstacles, share Your Majesty's burdens, and serve the Great Qian Dynasty with utmost loyalty."

Duanmu Yan stood tall and straightened her back, her expression unchanged.

"Very well! Then I will tell you. Now, Duke Su Ye, the ruler of Zhenguo, is ambitious and has already conquered Cangzhou and Hengzhou. Now he is setting his sights on Wuzhou."

"My intention is to secretly support Wuzhou in order to counterbalance Su Ye, and you are a key link in this plan."

Si Yiqi nodded in satisfaction, secretly praising himself and feeling much more at ease.