You don't want your secret to be revealed by others, right?-Chapter 348 - 4. Beiyuan Mountain

Prince Cheng Mansion, study room.

"Oh? The Seventeenth Brother wants to enter seclusion?"

The Twelfth Prince revealed a hint of a smile, "He just finished killing a batch of lurking Demon Clan members, and now he wants to enter seclusion?"

The gaunt old man nodded, "Yes, it is said that he aims to break through the Three Talents Heaven Barrier and achieve Cultivation to perfection in one go."

The Twelfth Prince pondered for a moment, "Do you think he has tried the royal trial in the Beiyuan Mountain?"

"This... I'm not too sure," the gaunt old man shook his head.

"He has a Master who has Proven the Supreme Dao." The Twelfth Prince said, "Perhaps he has long known the secrets of the mountain trial. The more talented the individual entering, the greater the opportunity. Before, he had not displayed such a monstrous talent."

He continued, "Moreover, there has recently been a disturbance in the Beiyuan Mountain. Entering at this time is a good opportunity. Isn't it a bit too coincidental that he chooses to enter seclusion now?"

The gaunt old man was slightly taken aback.

"Perhaps he intends to enter the Beiyuan Mountain under a hidden identity."

After pondering again, the Twelfth Prince suddenly instructed, "Immediately notify the Qingtian Bureau. Have them send someone to the entrance of Beiyuan Mountain now, create some trouble, come up with a reason to capture anyone who might be the Seventeenth Prince in disguise these few days, try to delay as much as possible, or force him to reveal his identity."

The gaunt old man promptly responded, "Yes."

"Also, have Yuan Yu head over there too, and let him take his people into the Beiyuan Mountain."

The Twelfth Prince then ordered, "Now is also a good time to seek opportunities. By the way, it's possible to look for the Seventeenth Brother. If we can find the Seventeenth Brother, it would be good to eliminate him and drive him out of Beiyuan Mountain as well."

...

Outside Di Hong City.

At the entrance to the Beiyuan Mountain passageway.

"There's no need for you all to wait any longer, come on out."

As Lou Kedi's voice came, the eight people waiting inside the courtyard couldn't wait to step out.

Aside from the desire to quickly enter the Beiyuan Mountain, others were even more eager to witness the princess from the legendary Xiahong family.

Lin Yue walked out of the house at a relaxed pace.

Outside the courtyard, Vice Commander of the Forbidden Army Lou Kedi was standing with a slight bow, exuding a modest deference.

In front of Lou Kedi stood a young woman wearing a white robe.

She appeared to be around twenty years old, neither tall nor particularly enchanting in her simple dress. Despite her extremely fair skin and beautiful features, she did not possess that untouchable beauty akin to a fairy but instead radiated an inviting charm. Her demeanor was gentle and approachable, her eyes and brows exuding an indescribable tenderness.

"Xiahong Qiuhe..."

Lin Yue's mind flashed with the name of the Seventh Princess.

It wasn't his first time seeing the Seventh Princess.

He had seen her for the first time five years ago when he attended court, although he had never spoken to her.

He was the youngest prince, and this Seventh Princess was the youngest princess, also being the second youngest of the twenty-four princes and princesses. She was only in her forties.

Among the princes and princesses, other than Lin Yue who had not been entitled as a king, it was this youngest Seventh Princess who also had not been titled.

After all, princes and princesses had to achieve Harmonization and become Saints before they could be titled.

Although Lin Yue did not know the specifics of the Seventh Princess Xiahong Qiuhe's previous incarnation, it was rumored that she was a reincarnation of a Great Bodhisattva from the Buddhist sect.

The Fourth Prince was also a reincarnation of a Great Power from the Buddhist sect and, like the Seventh Princess, was well known for his good temperament.

However, compared to the Fourth Prince, the Seventh Princess seemed to be more reclusive.

"Greetings to Her Highness the Seventh Princess."

Each Cultivator bowed and saluted respectfully one after another.

Lin Yue, disguised as he was, naturally did not put on any prince's airs and followed suit in offering his respects, after all, she was a princess.

The Seventh Princess scanned the crowd, her gaze lingering slightly on Lin Yue before nodding slightly. She then turned to Lou Kedi and asked, "How many have entered Beiyuan Mountain?"

"I reckon only about eight hundred or so."

Lou Kedi replied, "For some reason recently, the selection threshold of Beiyuan Mountain has become higher. Orders from all sides have been sent out, inviting many to try their luck, but very few are able to enter. Most of this eight hundred are those who entered Beiyuan Mountain before."

Most people were unclear about this, but Lin Yue understood implicitly.

The Forbidden Army merely guarded the entrance to the long stairway of the passageway. As long as one had the North Garden Order, they could enter the passageway.

But whether one could truly enter Beiyuan Mountain largely depended on whether the mountain wished to allow entry. Essentially, it was making the selection, barring anyone over fifty years of age who had Cultivated the Four Symbols Heaven Barrier, those with Demon Clan bloodline, and others...

If the selection process has become more stringent, it was probably because it 'awoke.'

"How many out of ten can enter?" the Seventh Princess asked.

"Out of ten, perhaps not even one."

Lou Kedi shook his head helplessly, then added, "But Your Highness is a Princess of high esteem, and this is your second attempt. You should be able to enter at will."

The Seventh Princess shook her head slightly, simply stating, "Open the Barrier."

Then—

A cascade of five-colored clouds suddenly flew from the direction of Di Hong City, quickly alighting in front of the passageway entrance, transforming into a massive five-colored phoenix Mutant Beast, pulling behind it an elegantly grand and large carriage adorned with an abundance of floral patterns.

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A Five Light Phoenix?

Lin Yue immediately recognized this avian Mutant Beast as one with significant fame in Great Yong.

Although this Beast King's strength was average, its splendid appearance and tamability made it a favorite among Great Yong's affluent families for pulling carriages, signifying the status of important individuals from big clans.

The others also recognized it, instantly understanding that another significant figure was arriving.