The Divine Cultivation King frowned, "The genius has just gotten dark, keep drinking, Ming Aiqing, is this all the wine you can handle?"
Ming Zhitian shook his head and turned to his women, "I apologize."
Seeing Ming Zhitian rise, the Divine Cultivation King didn't say much else, "Bai Ju."
Bai Ju stood up, "Your subject is here."
The Divine Cultivation King said, "Make good arrangements for the accommodation of the honored guests, and do not neglect them."
Bai Ju cupped his hands, "Yes... Your Majesty."
The group was led away and their accommodations were arranged. Ming Zhitian couldn't help but ask, "Bai Ju, why did your King keep evading my questions tonight? Every time I brought it up, he ignored me. What's the reason?"
Bai Ju thought for a moment, "Hmm... I suspect His Majesty wants to keep you here."
Ming Zhitian nodded, "I also think it's possible, but why would he keep me when he met me for the first time?"
Bai Ju shook his head, "His Majesty's thoughts are not for you and me to guess. You should just stay for now, it won't hurt. Are you in a hurry to go back?"
Ming Zhitian shook his head, "Not really, it's just that I've been feeling uneasy lately, as if something is about to happen..."
Bai Ju waved his hand, "Hey, what's there to worry about? The unknown is inherently terrifying. This is just your inner turmoil. Everyone feels this way occasionally, it's normal. Well, I won't disturb your rest. I've had too much to drink today, so I need to go back and rest too."
Ming Zhitian nodded, "Good night."
Bai Ju replied, "Good night," then left, closing the door behind him.
The next morning, the Divine Cultivation King proactively sought out Ming Zhitian and his companions, taking them to enjoy the scenery, boating, and sightseeing, which was very pleasant.
Ming Zhitian noticed that Xiao Mi Rui had not slept well the previous night, but everything else was normal.
Sensing Ming Zhitian's gaze, Xiao Mi Rui was so startled that she quickly hid behind the Divine Cultivation King.
The Divine Cultivation King glanced at her, "What's wrong?"
Xiao Mi Rui was terrified, "No! ... Nothing..."
The Divine Cultivation King's expression soured, "You're acting strangely."
He then smiled and looked back at Ming Zhitian, "Look at this mountain, with its green hills and clear waters, the endless flow, the spiritual energy makes one feel refreshed and invigorated. I haven't been here for a long time, and it reminds me of past events.
My first queen consort, she wanted this entire mountain. I ordered people to move mountains and seas. She wanted that piece of land, and I drove away the entire village, of course, by persuasion. I told them that I needed that land, and they eagerly offered it up. Isn't that strange?"
He continued to recount his past, how wondrous and marvelous it was, talking and talking. kuAiδugg
Ouyang Ni Feng asked curiously, "May I ask which number consort Xiao Wangfei is?"
The Divine Cultivation King frowned, "Hmm?"
Bai Ju said, "This is His Majesty's private matter, it cannot be spoken of."
Ouyang Ni Feng was somewhat disappointed, "Cannot be spoken of? Then forget it."
The Divine Cultivation King gave an embarrassed laugh, "It's nothing, I just can't remember clearly."
"Oh..."
Ouyang Ni Feng thought to himself, "He can't remember, or he's too lazy to remember because there are too many?"
Boating and sightseeing passed by quickly. By noon, the Divine Cultivation King said there was still the Taili Temple, the Eight Views of Nanshan, and Beidou Kaishan to see.
Yan Ran Qing Cheng felt that cultivation was more important and had no leisure to see them. She tugged at Ming Zhitian's sleeve. Ming Zhitian understood, "Since Qing Cheng does not wish to, then let us return."
The Divine Cultivation King looked at Yan Ran Qing Cheng, "Is this your wish?"
Yan Ran Qing Cheng was puzzled why he didn't ask Ming Zhitian directly? She could only nod.
The Divine Cultivation King actually said, "Very well, retreat to the capital."
Thousands of warriors rowed their boats to escort them, ensuring their safe return to the city.
After the four of them discussed, they returned to their respective rooms. Ming Zhitian kept looking for an opportunity to ask the Divine Cultivation King about the way back, but couldn't find a chance to speak. He decided to stay for a few days first.