Chen Jie immediately returned the courtesy: "Senior Qiu, you are too kind."
"Senior, letâs not stand on ceremony and rescue people first."
Qiu Nan gently nodded and followed Chen Jie to Fang Susu.
Fang Susu looked at Chen Jie and said: "Thank you, Chen Shaohua."
Chen Jie nodded and said: "Miss, the taste might be somewhat unpleasant."
Fang Susu said: "Chen Shaohua underestimated me, what kind of taste, ugh..."
Fang Susuâs ability to handle the smell was far inferior to Qiu Nanâs; just a brief whiff of the antidote made her start to vomit violently.
However, her physique allowed for a quicker detoxification than others.
Afterward, it was Fang Zheng, Zhang Cuishan, and Yin Litingâs turn.
When they were all detoxified, it was Zhu Yuanzhangâs turn, and everyone watched Chen Jie and Zhu Yuanzhang, as todayâs battle on the stage had them at each otherâs throats.
If not for Master Kuduâs intervention saving Zhu Yuanzhang, Zhu Yuanzhang would have been killed by Chen Jie.
Now, it was Chen Jieâs turn to rescue Zhu Yuanzhang; the world certainly changes in peculiar ways.
Everyone watched Chen Jie, unsure of his thoughts. In fact, if he chose not to save Zhu Yuanzhang, there would be no issue, as who could easily let go of the life-and-death struggle on the stage?
Yet, in the next moment, Chen Jie surprisingly went directly to Zhu Yuanzhangâs side and squatted down.
Taking the antidote, he said to Zhu Yuanzhang: "Take a deep breath."
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Chen Jie and said: "Chen Jiusi, we should be enemies, why are you saving me?"
Chen Jie looked at Zhu Yuanzhang and said: "Though enemies, we are also friends. I admire your character, and we share similar ideals and ambitions."
Upon hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang seriously looked at Chen Jie and said: "Expel the barbarians?"
"Restore Huaxia."
Chen Jie said to Zhu Yuanzhang.
Listening to this, Zhu Yuanzhang earnestly looked at Chen Jie and then cupped his hands: "Regardless, I, Zhu Yuanzhang, will remember todayâs kindness, and I will repay it in the future."
Chen Jie said: "Detoxify."
Chen Jie wasnât very concerned about Zhu Yuanzhangâs oath because they both knew if the day of vying for the world truly came, neither would show any mercy.
Since they were heroes, they wouldnât easily be burdened by emotions.
Knowing Zhu Yuanzhangâs character, why did Chen Jie choose to save him?
There are three reasons.
First: Zhu Yuanzhangâs background, Han Miaozhen is aside, Zhu Yuanzhang recently apprenticed to Master Kudu, ranked fifth on the Heavenly List. If Zhu Yuanzhang were left for dead, how would Chen Jie explain to Master Kudu?
Second: Chen Jieâs image would no longer be perfect; he came to offer kindness to future leaders of various sects and great powers.
If he behaved petty in front of Zhu Yuanzhang, how would they view him? Since he wants to appear as a hero, he should see it through; otherwise, he would become the most ridiculous actor.
Third: It is about Chen Jieâs perspective on the bigger picture.
Currently, the strongest force in the world is still the Daqian, which remains the powerful hegemon of these lands. Though many rebel armies exist, Daqian has a large military force.
Vassal kings in various regions are invincible presences suppressing the realm.
In the Northwest, there is King Qi Li Siqi, ranked eighth on the Heavenly List, commanding the Gray Wolf Army, one of Daqianâs three strongest corps.
In Jiangnan sits Ruyang King, ranked tenth, commanding the White Deer Army, another mighty corps of Daqian.
Then thereâs the Treasure Elephant Army Commander in the Great Capital, ranked fourth on the Heavenly List, Boluo Timur.
And the undisputed, invincible Daqian Imperial Advisor Basiba suppressing the world.
Daqian, this enormous creature, with these strong vassal kings existing one day, they will suppress the rebel armies for another day.
Therefore, Chen Jie cannot suppress any rebel forces now; he needs to ally with them, think about overthrowing the court first, then consider how to divide the realm and restore the world to the Han Familyâs sons.
Thus, for the bigger picture, Chen Jie doesnât kill Zhu Yuanzhang.
Moreover, Chen Jie didnât mention this point; he escaped from Longxing Prefecture, returned to Huangzhou Prefecture, but Ruyang King wouldnât easily let it go, as Chen Jie possesses the Three Divine Skills of the Human Emperor.
At this time, Chen Jie needs someone to help distract Ruyang Kingâs attention.
Who fits this role best?
Undoubtedly Zhu Yuanzhang, who possesses the Xuanyuan Technique learned from the former Song Royal Family, a danger viewed as surpassing himself. If he were the court, he would definitely consider resolving Zhu Yuanzhang first.
Additionally, letâs not forget that he is from the Zoroastrian Sect; this surely stacks the buffs.
Demon people of the Zoroastrian Sect learned the Three Divine Skills of the Human Emperor representing the Heavenly Mandate; Chen Jie indicates even a fool knows this person is prioritized above himself!
With these thoughts, Chen Jie decided to let Zhu Yuanzhang go, so he could help divert some of Ruyang Kingâs firepower, allowing Chen Jie to develop freely.
Due to these various reasons, Chen Jie saved Zhu Yuanzhang and including Xu Da, Tang He, and Zhu Yuanzhangâs two ironclad friends.
After detoxifying everyone, Chen Jie said: "Itâs not safe to stay; we need to flee overnight. If Ruyang King reacts, he will surely trample Longxing Prefecture underfoot, and weâll face military suppression."
With this in mind, everyone nodded and then fled directly from the Military Department.
After leaving here, Chen Jie said: "Follow me; I have people stationed at the South Gate."
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately rushed towards the South Gate, and just then, the entire Longxing Prefecture was suddenly filled with flames, followed by the sound of hooves trampling the ground.